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Canadians have been granted the power and authority to comment forcefully on their political representatives? Can we hope to believe that the wishes of the Canadian people have been heard in a way that makes our democratic system validated? In these past few weeks, democracy, and the power of the popular vote, has been called into question by our elected council. We have been shown, in the most obvious and open manner, how vulnerable and fragile our political system is. Ironically, given the ubiquity of social media, even the typos of immediate social media posts are analysed for deeper meanings! What does this election say about our democratic system? We, as a nation, have elected a Liberal Government, led by the son of one of our most internationally famous Prime Ministers. When I first came to this country, all I knew about Canada was that Pierre Trudeau was the Prime Minister. Now, I know that Canadians are somewhat divided about the elder Trudeau’s record. All I know
is that Pierre gave Canada a clear identity as a tolerant and welcoming nation, something I appreciated as an immigrant to this country. I have to admit, regardless of party politics, that I welcome the arrival of another Trudeau to Sussex Drive, particularly after the divisive and bigotry of the past decade. I know Pierre was not perfect. I know that his “Just watch me” approach to civil
government was unacceptable to many democrats. But I also know that Canada did not endure the horrors of the IRA and the Loyalist terrorists that my country did. I also know that Justin is not Pierre. But I can only, perhaps naively, hope that his approach to Canada in some ways mirrors the attitudes of his father. When I hear Joe Clark, that true and admirable Tory, speak of Justin as somehow
Canada is, or should be, I must accept that a new and in many ways revolutionary approach to governing Canada has eclipsed the narrow, cynical and un-Canadian ways of Stephen Harper, that un-Conservative destroyer of genuine Canadian values. I can only hope that our nation can recover its true and legitimate identity as the most democratic, most tolerant, most welcoming country in the world. Let me admit something else here: I am an immigrant. I arrived in Canada in 1982 as a foreign student, with an emphasis on “foreign”. Even though I was Irish, white and relatively educated, I was aware that I was not a native Canadian. (Of course, I became aware later that there were only a few “native Canadians” left in Canada, but that took time to learn). But I was welcomed here, I was made to feel like part of a community, and encouraged to retain my Irish identity, culture and attitudes (not easily adapted to Continued on page 3
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Bob’s your elf – and he’s here! Submitted by Monica Cleland Bob has been an elf for one hundred and forty five years. The last few have been so rocky, that not only has he been passed over for Captain of the Elves, but Santa has even banished him from the North Pole. He has just got to get a new attitude. But how??? To say Bob is a bit bewildered is an understatement. He did not see this coming at all. In fact, he thought he was doing a marvelous job.
He was sure he was a shoe-in for the lead role of the elves. And so, Santa sends his hapless helper to a small community, to help with their theatre group. They are in dire need with their Christmas pageant. They could not decide upon which theme to go with, and hilarity ensues when they settle upon a combination of: The Nativity, A Christmas Carol, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, and Rudolph the Red-Nosed
Reindeer. “Bob’s Your Elf” – a wonderful Christmas comedy, written by Norm Foster, and directed by Monica Cleland, is in rehearsal now with the Kemptville Players at the IOOF Hall. This year, we are excited to announce that Nelly Van Berlo, Broker/President of Dominion Lending Centres, has come on board with KPI to sponsor our Saturday night performance. Welcome Nel-
ly, and thanks for helping “baste” your local theatrical hams this Christmas! Presentation of the play will be at the Urbandale Arts Centre in the Municipal Centre on November 26, 27, and 28 at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, November 29 at 2 pm. Tickets are still $15 each and are available at the Municipal Centre, B&H Groceries, and Business Strategies, or by calling 613.258.2051.
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A community of family and friends donned warm clothing on Saturday morning as they gathered to pretty up a hundred plus pumpkins with purple paint and glitter. The project is to draw awareness to Pancreatic Cancer month and to support Michelle Brazeau in her fight against this disease. There were jobs for helpers of all sizes; pictured above are Grace and Brayden Neelin. by Beth Nicol Michelle Brazeau has Stage IV Pancreatic Cancer. She became symptomatic in late June and was diagnosed in early August. It has spread to her lungs and beyond. It is inoperable. She is a 30 year old mother of three children, Claudia aged 6, Hallie aged 3 and 1 year old Rowan. Her partner of 10 years, Roland Paquin, has become her primary caregiver. November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness month. To focus attention on this disease and on her sister’s situation, Maggie-May Neelin started painting pumpkins purple. The whole family pitched in. They picked, they washed and dried, they painted, sparkled and tagged. Big ones. Tiny ones. Hundreds of them. They called the project, “Purple Pumpkins for Michelle.” Making the most of online, family and community connections, it wasn’t long before purple pumpkins started showing up on October 21, 2015
verandahs, steps, birdbaths and window ledges. Prices ranged from $10 for a full size pumpkin to 3 miniatures for $5. The Brazeau Family would like to acknowledge the generous donation of pumpkins of all sizes and shapes from Abby Farms, Pioneer Nursery and Shouldice Farms. Rona’s, Canadian Tire Corp., Jonnson’s Independent Grocers and the Carnegie Family made special contributions as well. The Purple Pumpkins for Michelle fundraiser is one of a number of recent events organized by Michelle’s family, friends and former employers. The suddenness of her diagnosis, the advanced stage of her cancer and the necessary treatments have resulted in financial stresses as Roland’s focus has centred on Michelle’s care, so their community is doing what communities do when faced with such challenges; they are finding ways to share the burden. A gofundme campaign was opened August 31 by
family friend, Lisa Hale. The intent is to support the family financially as they deal with this illness. The fund sits very close to its goal as of today. And that is not all. In September, an evening boat cruise on the Ottawa and Gatineau Rivers was organized as a fund raiser, and, earlier this month, the Carleton Tavern in Ottawa hosted a party with 20 bands volunteering their time and talents. Staff also donated tips for the event. Mike and Marj Brazeau, Michelle and Roland, and Maggie-May, Megan, Michaela and Melinda are so appreciative of the love and support from so many. They ask that you include Michelle in your prayers. Upcoming events include an evening concert at The Branch Restaurant and Texas Grill: “Music
for Michelle,” hosted by Mally Wammes, on Tuesday, October 27 from 7 pm – 9 pm. Ticket cost will be on a donation basis. There will be goodies available from Joey’s Homestyle Baking as well as a silent auction. All proceeds will go to Michelle and her family. Crystal Lalande will have silicone bracelets for sale as of the first week of November at a cost of $5 per bracelet. Again, all proceeds will go to Michelle. For additional information or to purchase a bracelet please contact, Crystal.lalande963@gmail.com To contribute to the gofundme campaign and/ or for additional information regarding fund raising events, please follow this link: https://www.gofundme.com/y533u8b8
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beautiful. The trash is mostly made up of beverage containers and fast food wrappers. More worrying was the large quantity of beer cans and bottles that were found in all the ditches. "Considering we just cleaned this whole area in the spring, we can be sure that these nearly 100 beer bottles and cans are just from this summer's traffic," said Lion Ian McKelvie. The Mountain Township and District Lions Club strongly urge drivers and passengers to keep the beer unopened until they are safely home, especially as the holiday season approaches. Each clean-up is usually highlighted by one memorable object found on the roadside, and this year was no exception, as a full set of electric toothbrushes was found in a ditch near Cameron Road. I guess that is one way to get pulled over for distracted driving! Please keep the litter in the bin and help make our clean-up and those like it obsolete over the next few years.
L-R: Lions Ted Ceelen, Dermid O’Farrell, Keith Ardron, Dave Howard, Ally Marten , Ian McKelvie. Not pictured: Roxanne Backes, Larry Terry, Ralph Spear, Bill Havekes. By Keith Ardron This past Saturday, October 17, a crew of die-hard Mountain Township and District Lions Club members braved sleet and snow flurries
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Council consider criteria for new member The North Grenville Municipal Council are considering the criteria to be set in appointing a new member to Council to fill the current vacancy. A series of draft questions to be put to candidates in open interviews was presented to Council by staff last Monday at the Committee of the Whole meeting. Council officially declared the Councillor position vacant and approved a process for appointment to fill the vacancy. Anyone willing to accept the position if appointed is invited to submit a resume and detailed letter outlining why they wish to be appointed to the Clerk by
2 pm on Friday, November 6. Applicants will be interviewed by Council beginning the week of November 9 as part of special Committee of the Whole meetings which will be open to the public. The appointment will take place at a subsequent Council meeting. The draft questions are: 1. Take a moment to tell us about yourself and address why you would like to be a member of Council in North Grenville. 2. Council may make decisions that not all members of the public agree with. Tell us about a time when you were
required to make a decision that some people agreed with and others did not and explain how you handled that situation. Or 3. Tell us about a time when a committee or group you were working with made a decision that you personally did not agree with. How did or would you handle the situation? 4. What do you see as the immediate challenges facing the Municipality and what are your suggestions as to how to address them? Or 5. Tell us about a time you
were involved in the development of a policy or project, how you prepared or would prepare and what you were or would be able to contribute? 6. One of the roles of Council is to maintain the financial integrity of the Municipality. How does your experience lend itself to fulfilling this responsibility? Or 7. Tell us about an experience you have had in an oversight position and how you were able to ensure that the necessary policies and procedures were being carried out.
Continued from front page Canadian ways, I might add). But, over the past decade, I began to believe that my “foreign” birth and identity would not have been so acceptable if my skin were a different colour, or if my religion were not so apparently similar to that of most Canadians. In short, I began to wonder how real my acceptance in North Grenville really was. Stephen Harper made me feel that I was somehow tolerated, rather than accepted, and that, if , as I tend to do, I were to be controversial in my opinions, or “ornery” in my behaviour, October 21, 2015
the only thing protecting me was my ancestry. With this election, I actually believe that Canada has regained its real soul, its genuine identity and role as a beacon of hope and toleration in this dark world. This is not a matter of party politics: this is a matter of Canadian identity. I may not be a Liberal, but I am a Canadian, and this election has proved to me, once again, that Canadians believe in humanity, democracy, tolerance, and acceptance. Is there any gift more precious than that?
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Extravaganza indeed by Deron Johnston With jazz music playing in the background and everyone sitting down to a delicious prime rib dinner, it seemed like patrons at the 16th Annual Beth Donovan Hospice Fall Extravaganza were transported back to a supper club in the 1950's. The only way it might have been better would have been if Frank Sinatra himself walked on stage, but the Grey Jazz Combo seemed to do just fine without him. The incredible meal was prepared by Raoul and the Knights of Columbus (who also served the meal), with John and the staff from the Crusty Baker providing the perfect finishing touch in the form of a fine chocolate ganache for dessert. The Masons were there to provide a fine variety of adult beverages for those who were so inclined. The mood was definitely a celebratory one with Executive Director Dawn Rodger honouring Dan Massey for his twelve years of providing outstanding spiritual guidance to hospice clients. Dan
has now moved on to become the spiritual leader of a church in Seeley's Bay, but confirmed that he'd love to come back every year to support this special event. Volunteer Lori Reason was also honoured for her ten years as a client volunteer. It's no small feat to achieve such a milestone, as it takes a very strong and caring person to persevere in a role that can emotionally burn people out over time. Board Chair Sue Walker announced to everyone that, after reviewing the feasibility study that the hospice commissioned about best next steps for expansion of services, phase #1 of the plan for expansion will include seeking community space to bring all programs under one roof for easier access for families and clients. Demand for services is growing and the current facility used by the hospice is simply not adequate to meet the demand. Volunteer coordinator Kealey Dunlop shared some impressive statistics with everyone, including the fact that the hospice's 80 volunteers donated 3,516 volunteers hours in supporting 85 clients. Not
to be forgotten were the 3,471 volunteer hours which were used for non-client services. With the hospice providing services such as in-home visits, day hospice, grief & bereavement counselling, spiritual guidance, client transportation service and a medical equipment loaning program, it's easy to see how those hours can add up. After dinner, there was the traditional live auction of high-end donated items (including Ottawa Senators game tickets) which was conducted by Hunter McCaig from Rideau Auction Services, and then, possibly the most anticipated part of the evening, the cake auction. Some of the cakes up for auction would surely have been considered works of art by the auction participants. There was also an extensive collection of silent auction items including 23 cedar trees donated by Grenville Mutual and the 24 beautiful table centre pieces which were created by Joanne and the folks at Mill Street Florist. Special thanks to Hugh Colton of Town and Country Chrysler for being a charm-
ing Master of Ceremonies. He kept the evening flowing smoothly, and photographer Elenora Luberto whose camera was very busy capturing both the people and the special moments of the evening added to the event. None of this would have been possible of course without the many hours spent planning and organizing by the event volunteers and the hospice's fundraising committee. Beth Donovan Hospice would like to thank the following sponsors for their generosity: Scotiabank Kemptville, Tallman Truck Centre, Baird Water Conditioning, O'Farrell Financial, Grenville Mutual, and Hulse, Playfair & McGarry. They would also like to thank Authentic Wine & Spirits and Pearl Decor for their contributions. As always, the Beth Donovan Hospice want to thank everyone for making this year's Fall Extravaganza such a memorable evening and they hope to see all of you again next year.
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Mayor David Gordon congratulates KBC/RONA owner, Eric Norenberg, on 40 years in business The Kemptville Building Centre celebrated 40 years in business last weekend, with a charity BBQ , free coffee and doughnuts, and, of course, major deals on store items. Donations were made to the Lung Association, in memory of Rodney Pittman, who died in June after working at KBC for thirty years. The day kicked off with a very unusual ribbon cutting by Mayor David Gordon. The “ribbon” was made of wood (naturally) and the “scissors” was a chainsaw. It is worth a look on the NG Times Facebook page. Mayor October 21, 2015
Gordon was obviously enjoying himself, as he cut the ribbon not once, but twice, as store employees gingerly held either end! Owned by the Norenberg family, Kemptville RONA took on the RONA name in 2012 but has operated under the Home Hardware name and, originally, Kempville Building Centre. KBC was founded by the late Karl Norenberg and continues under the leadership of son, Eric Norenberg. In over 40 years of business, Kemptville Rona has consistently shown strong
support for the community, and Kemptville Interiors continues with this convention. Among the contributions are major donations to the “Lean on Me” campaign in support of the Kemptville District Hospital expansion project, as well as the “Room to Read” campaign of the North Grenville Public Library. Kemptville Rona has also made major contributions to the North Grenville Municipal Centre, and provides continued support of teams in a variety of sports, including soccer, hockey and basketball.
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Helplessly hoping by David Shanahan “The deterioration of every government begins with the decay of the principles on which it was founded”. Montesquieu. The past four or five weeks have not been good ones for municipal government in North Grenville. First, it seems that municipal staff had to be corrected by the community over their misinterpretation and misapplication of the Ontario Building Code and Ontario Fire Code in Burritt’s Rapids. The municipality finally agreed to hold off on piecemeal road work projects until a comprehensive plan for the hamlet is developed. Then, as if to reassert its authority, staff and Council refused to listen to objections by the public and involved parties to a report on municipal buildings which contained serious errors, misleading statements and which failed to
Letters to the Editor Dear Editor: During the Thanksgiving weekend, I shared an experience with our son, William, our youngest and latest 18 year old. We, like so many Canadians, took advantage of the advanced polls being held at NGDHS. As parents, we have always talked about the importance of voting with our three children. However, what a teenager hears when a parent speaks can be two different things. This time, I feel the point was taken as we had intended. Will was able to register online and was placed on the electoral list in time for the advance polls. Good news, as he is out of town attending school and the timing was perfect to vote with a trip home over the long weekend. This Federal election has seen a real push to get the youth vote out. As a result, I wanted to share this story of our voting experience... It was a long, and from all reports, a busy weekend for the folks running the polls and maybe it was the last day of a lost, long weekend away from their families that caused a little giddiness to set in. We ar-
include any previous consultation with the community. In spite of almost unprecedented written and verbal pleas from the public to delay approval of the report until full consultations were undertaken, staff and council voted through an incomplete and misleading report. At the same time, council voted to accept a report on the mothballed landfill sites in North Grenville which contained very worrying data: data which has serious implications for the environment and future degradation of the water supply. They nodded the reports through without discussion, and possibly without reading them. Staff simply presented a summary to them, and that was deemed sufficient. And then, to crown a perfect storm of mismanagement, staff and council decided to ignore the clearly expressed wishes of a wide spectrum of opinion in the
community and voted to interview applicants for the vacant council seat, instead of respecting the results of last year’s municipal election. This decision, too, was taken in the face of strong representations made to them both during a Committee of the Whole meeting, and though e-mails, calls and personal pleas from the public. Imagine the uproar if Members of Parliament decided to fill a vacant seat by deciding among themselves who should be appointed, rather than holding a byelection. This council has decided that the votes cast last year are no longer valid, which implies something about the validity of their own positions on council. What criteria will they use in selecting the new colleague? What qualities do they believe are needed to do the job? Look again at the quote from Montesquieu at the top of this article. The principle upon which our municipal government is founded is that public representatives are
rived at NGDHS about an hour before closing on Monday night. We were greeted at the door and Will's on-line voter registration was confirmed. The long waiting lines were not present and we proceeded to vote. While there, four other "first time voters" were casting their votes. The giddiness manifested itself as a “hooray, first time voter” shout out every time a first time voter cast their ballet. Kind of fun and I
feel helped to show the new, young voters how important and special the act of voting is. While I was there five "first timers" voted and the cheer went out each time. Maybe the ol' parents weren't wrong after all. Thank you to those folks that worked the advance polls over a very long and wonderful weekend for doing what you did. David Watson
chosen by the people. Otherwise, they do not meet the definition, they do not fit the job description. To continue to insist on forcing through this non-democratic process in the face of significant public opposition is a sign that our government has, indeed, begun the process of decay. But it is when you look at the wider picture, the series of bad decisions, the continued habit of refusing to consult the people, ignoring whatever objections are made, treating people at council meetings with such a lack of respect, that one begins to realise that the entire system needs revision. Each of these councillors (including the mayor) promised more transparency, more openness to the public, more consultation, if they were elected. There has been none of this in practice. Council meetings continue the same as before, staff seem to set the agenda, council votes things through. Meetings are no more open to public participation than they were ten years ago,
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or three years ago. Councillors go on wondering why the public don’t attend their gatherings on Monday nights, and then ignore their input whenever they do attend. Certain staff members visibly demonstrate anger with the public when they dare to make statements opposing staff recommendations. Some councillors are dismissive and condescending , others seem completely lost and out of their depth. Jim Bertram, alone, has stood up on principle and in support of the people. Mayor Gordon has pushed through ideas in the face of public appeals and solid argument. And now they are the ones who are going to pick someone they can “work with” to replace the departing financial genius who gave us a 6.17% tax increase? I have spoken often of the “bubble” which gradually envelopes councils, the way in which they become divorced from the people who elected them, and increasingly dependant on staff for guidance and direction. The
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bubble also envelopes staff, who see themselves as the “wise ones”, the experts, the ones whose judgment should never be questioned by an ignorant and amateur public. The sad fact is that the staff’s record for expertise and good management has not been so impressive. Ask the businesses left high and dry by “economic development”, or those trying to get a zoning amendment or permit to start a home business on their property. Take a look at the morass that is the North West Quadrant. If this council are at all interested in representing the people of North Grenville (and, at this stage, one has to wonder), then it is time we had a very public and very inclusive conversation about where we are, where we are currently heading, and how to avoid getting there. Time for leadership, not dictatorship.
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Letters to the Editor con’t Dear Editor, I went into the Bowen Approach a little sceptical. What I did know was that my shoulders and neck needed to seriously loosen up and that Carolynne Doucette was a practitioner who came recommended. I’d never heard of Bowen therapy before but I felt in good hands after I filled out an intake form about my health and Carolynne visually assessed my body’s range of motion. She taught me that bodies always try to deal with stress-
The North Grenville Times ful situations, be it physical or emotional, and we all have built-in healing functions that are sometimes inhibited as we accumulate injuries, conditions and even stresses. Symptoms can continue on for a very long period of time when the body doesn’t heal properly, and that’s what I suspected was happening with my tense neck. The Bowen Approach recently moved to the corner of Rideau Street and Clothier Street East, but I immediately
forgot the traffic once inside. The only nuisance being that my nose was congested and had been ever since the weather changed. During the session, I lay with my eyes closed, feeling fingers pressed against my neck that gently persuaded stress out of my lower jaw. Then suddenly, the autumnal clog in my head cleared. The strangest thing was that my sinuses responded to the moves a full minute after Carolynne stopped working on me.
In addition to many common health issues, Bowenwork helps with difficult conditions. It’s a technique that coaxes the autonomic nervous system into re-balancing itself and to go into rest and relax mode, enhancing the body’s ability to heal. It means change is happening at the deepest level of the body where it can repair itself. I fell asleep during those moments of rest and only awoke when Carolynne came
The Voice of North Grenville in to do more bodywork. Sometimes a movement made my body warm up and tingle, and that’s normal because sometimes you get those sensations as the body rebalances. During one session she did a total of four moves in an hour and between her gentle hand movements I could feel my body working. After two sessions I already felt freer in my upper body’s range of motion. That scepticism I felt had also
evaporated, and I thought I should share this experience. Many people are told that their pain is just from getting old and to live with it. This is not always the case. Some don’t even know that there are options to be out of pain. I don’t know what that pain might be like but I know mine is gone, and that now I’m the one recommending Carolynne’s practice. Joseph Mathieu
Ontario Ombudsman will look at Municipalities The mandate of the Ontario Ombudsman has been extended under recent legislation to include a wider variety of bodies and organisations than ever before. The Ombudsman will begin taking complaints about municipalities and universities on January 1, 2016, under the new Public Sector and MPP Accountability Act, 2014 (also known as Bill 8), passed in December 2014. This marks the first time the “MUSH” sector – municipalities, universities, school boards, hospitals and longterm care homes, as well as children’s aid societies and police – will be open to Ombudsman scrutiny, as it is in all other provinces. Andre Marin’s office has had to turn away 24,065 complaints about MUSH bodies since 2005; 3,383 of those in
2014-2015. “Clearly, public demand indicates that oversight of this sector cannot come soon enough,” according to the outgoing Ombudsman, André Marin. “After 10 years of documenting the thousands of MUSH complaints we were forced to turn away, it is gratifying to know that we will soon be in a position to help. Our experience over the past decade has positioned this office well for the first major expansion of our mandate since 1975.” The focus will be on resolving complaints at the local level wherever possible, strengthening local accountability mechanisms and investigating systemic issues, Mr. Marin says. “As the many stories in this report illustrate, the bulk of our work involves resolving problems
quickly by referring them to the appropriate officials, and offering fresh eyes to examine troublesome issues.” He also notes that his office will oversee the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care’s new Patient Ombudsman, to be created under Bill 8 to handle complaints about hospitals, long-term care homes and Community Care Access Centres. The Ombudsman’s office handled 193,038 complaints in the past 10 years – 23,153 of those in 2014-2015. In 2005, Mr. Marin reorganized the office to create a special team for investigating systemic issues affecting large numbers of people. Some 35 systemic investigations have been conducted since then, resulting in reforms that have helped parents, property taxpayers, lottery
players and millions of other Ontarians. Ombudsman staff also work quietly behind the scenes to resolve problems with government officials without need for a formal investigation. The oversight of municipalities will allow the Ombudsman to deal with concerns expressed by members of the public in past years that there was no forum through which they could voice concerns and complaints about municipal staff and council activities. For example, there have been concerns expressed in North Grenville in the past few years about the number of closed and/or special meetings of Council, some of which were scheduled at the last minute, or at inconvenient times for public attendance. All Ontario municipal councils, boards and com-
mittees are required by law to hold open meetings, with a few exceptions. Under the Municipal Act, the public can complain when meetings are closed. The Ombudsman’s Open Meeting Law Enforcement Team (OMLET) investigates such complaints in all municipalities except those that have appointed their own investigators. Bringing school boards, hospitals and long-term homes and Community Care Access Centres under the mandate of the Ombudsman’s office is also expected to result in an increase in complaints and concerns dealt with by staff. This may mean more work, but it also extends the protections of a democratic society to the residents of Ontario in general, and North Grenville in particular.
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Premier’s energy policy failures cause another hydro rate hike
The latest Hydro One rate hike is a slap in the face to Ontarians and more evidence the Wynne government should abandon its fire sale of the utility and focus on making rates more affordable. Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark made that statement today in the wake of news the Ontario Energy Board has approved electricity rate increases to take effect November 1. The increase means an average customer will pay about $53 more annually for hydro – an 8.7% spike in the onpeak rate. October 21, 2015
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“It’s completely unacceptable that we’re heading into the winter heating season and the Wynne government’s policies are driving rates even higher,” he said, adding the increase will make it even harder for struggling families to make ends meet. “Instead of forging ahead with a disastrous plan to sell-off Hydro One, which will increase rates even more, the Premier should fix her government’s broken energy policies,” Steve explained. “Those policies and her failure to clean up the waste and mismanagement at Hydro One are the reason electricity rates in Ontario have sky-rocketed.” Indeed, today’s announcement is the second increase this year after the average bill went up by $68 per year in May. And with the government set to cancel the 10% Clean
Energy Benefit in January, Clark noted the New Year will ring in another increase. “More and more families in Leeds-Grenville are forced to choose between putting food on the table and paying their rent or paying the hydro bill,” the MPP said, and also pointed out that the increases are making it harder for businesses to keep their doors open. “The government needs to recognize the damage their energy policies are doing to Ontario. Families and businesses can’t take any more – and if Premier Wynne and her Energy Minister aren’t up to the job, they should admit it today and step aside.”
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OPP investigate a suspicious death Around supper time last Wednesday evening, a local resident out for a bike ride near Bishop’s Mills passed over the South Branch bridge near the junction of County Roads 18 and 20. They noticed a bag in the water and thought, at first, that it might contain some unwanted pet that had been dumped. They fetched other family members, who pulled the bag from the water, and were deeply shocked when they began to open it to find a human body inside. They immediately called the police, who then sealed off the area, closing the roads and re-routing traffic. Local residents could see the lights and noise of a sizeable OPP presence in the vicinity, and the NG Times was informed
by 8 pm of what had been found. We broke the story on our Facebook page and, over the next few days, an incredible 100,000 people were reached, such was the level of interest both in North Grenville and around the province. As usual, rumours and speculation were widespread, as the area remained closed off, and local residents were approached by Ottawa-based media seeking to find out more about the victim and those who had discovered his body. They have remained silent about the events of that night, and have followed OPP directions not to speak to the media for fear of compromising the police investigation. It has been a traumatic experience for those concerned. In the days following
the discovery of the body, the OPP released very few details, as their investigation waited on autopsy reports and they worked to identify the remains. Photographs of items of clothing were released to the media, as well as details regarding the gender, size and other characteristics of the man, who has since been named as Deepak Beaudoin-Reichmann, 27, of the Niagara region. Deepak was reported missing by his family on October 5, and the OPP investigation had led them to believe he had been in the Ottawa area between that date and October 9. Grenville County OPP Crime Unit, under the direction of Detective Inspector Peter Donnelly of the OPP Criminal Investigation
Branch (CIB), are continuing the investigation into this suspicious death. Preliminary Sue Baxter post mortem results indicate that further testing is required Sue`s Catering “For all Occasions” mdumou1@xplornet.ca to confirm the cause of death. Sue Baxter Anyone that may have All Occasions 613-258-1632 mdumou1@xplornet.ca information about his death Kemptville 613.258.1632 or that may have seen Deepak mdumou1@xplornet.ca anytime between October 5 and when he was found on Oct 14, is asked to contact the 613-258-1632 Grenville County-Kemptville Detachment at613-258-3441, COUNCIL VACANCY OPP Communication Centre Kemptville at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Request for Applications Stoppers at 1-800-222-(TIPS) 8477 or submit your tip onAt the October 13th, 2015 regular meeting, the Council lineatwww.tipsubmit.com. of the Municipality of North Grenville resolved to fill the Crime Stoppers does not want vacant office of Councillor by appointment. your name, you don't go to The term of this position is from the date of the appointcourt, and you could earn a ment until November 30, 2018. cash reward.
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Drivers with winter tires eligible for insurance discount Under a new plan to help lower auto insurance rates, all insurance companies in the province are required to provide a discount for drivers who buy and install winter tires, starting January 1, 2016. Winter tires enhance safety and reduce the likelihood of collisions by improving traction, braking and handling in frost, snow, slush and under cold and icy conditions. When buying winter tires, drivers are reminded to look for tires marked with a logo of a peaked mountain with a snowflake. It is also recommended that drivers install winter tires in sets of four, not to mix tires with different tread patterns or size, and to change tires that are worn close to the treadwear indicators. The air pressure in tires should be checked at least once a month. Winter tires that are in good condition can shorten braking distances by as much as 25 per cent. Drivers with winter tires need to first contact their insurance company to determine the amount of the discount they offer and the documentation they require to verify use of winter tires. Charles Sousa, Ontario Minister of Finance, stated in regard to the new insurance regulations: “Our government is committed to reducing insurance costs and lowering premiums after recently introducing important and necessary reforms to the auto insurance system. Auto insurance is dependent on individual drivers’ behaviour, and this winter season, drivers across Ontario will be able to save more on their auto insurance by installing winter tires. ConOctober 21, 2015
sumers are also encouraged, as with any insurance product, to shop around for the best possible rate and package that meet their needs.” The promotion of winter tires by the Ontario government has been welcomed by the Ontario Safety League. “The Ontario Safety League congratulates the Minister of Finance on his support for road safety by encouraging the use of winter tires. The insurance industry incentives and the discounts to use them should be taken up by all drivers in the Province. Broad multi-sector public education from car dealers, tire dealers and safety partners this year will increase voluntary use by drivers across the Province. The science and now the Province are in sync. 'Four winter tires for winter driving' now is a motto endorsed by the Province. Safety initiatives like this save lives.” This is one of a number of areas in which drivers can enjoy insurance premium discounts. The Ontario Government website also lists the following: Driver Training Discount: Most companies offer a dis-
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an alarm in your vehicle. Also note, drivers who progress through the graduated licensing system should receive a rate reduction of 10 per cent on all coverages, provided that the driver has had no chargeable convictions or at-fault accidents when entering into Level Two (Class G2 licence). This reduction is applicable for 1 year. Similarly, a driver should receive a 10 per cent rate reduction on all coverages when the driver becomes fully licensed (Class G license), provided that the driver has had no chargeable convictions or at-fault accidents during Level Two. This reduction is also applicable for one year. Each company applies discounts differently. Check with your broker, agent or insurance company to find out what discounts are available to you.
count or a reduced premium for new drivers who have completed a recognized driver-training program. Multi-Policy Discount: Some insurance companies offer a discount if you purchase your vehicle and home insurance from the same company. This discount can range from 3 to 15 per cent. Multi-Vehicle Discount: You may be able to get a discount if you insure more than one vehicle with the same insurance company. The multi-vehicle discount can range from 5 to 15 per cent. Renewal Discount: Your company may offer you a renewal discount if you have been with the company for a certain number of years without an at-fault accident. The discount can range from 5 to 20 per cent. Retiree Discount: If you are retired and meet certain conditions, you may be able to get a retiree discount on your premium. The retiree discount can range from 5 to 15 per cent off your premium for Accident Benefits coverage. Your premium may be reduced further if your yearly mileage is low or if you have
Applications are being invited from eligible individuals who are willing to accept the position if they are appointed by Council. In order to be eligible to hold a position on Council, a person must be a qualified elector as per the Municipal Elections Act. Additional information on eligibility requirements can be found on the Municipal website, in the Municipal Elections Act and the Municipal Act. Applications must include a resume highlighting relevant experience and a detailed letter outlining why the applicant wishes to be appointed to Council.
Applications must be submitted in person to the Clerk’s Office at the North Grenville Municipal Centre (285 County Road 44) before 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 6th, 2015. When applications are submitted, applicants will be required 1) to show photo identification and 2) to sign a Declaration confirming eligibility to hold office and acknowledging the application documents will be made public. For more information, visit the Municipal website at www. northgrenville.ca or contact Clerk Cahl Pominville by email at cpominville@northgrenville.on.ca or by phone at 613258-9569 ext. 110.
UPDATE UPCOMING MEETINGS COUNCIL Monday, October 26 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. For agenda information, please contact the Clerk’s Office or visit the Municipal website. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Monday, November 2 at 6:30 pm at the Bishops Mills Community Hall at 38 Main Street. 2015 COMMUNITY POLICING SURVEY The North Grenville Police Services Board is mandated by the Ontario Police Services Act to determine the local objectives and priorities of the police service. The Board will be conducting a Community Policing Survey in an effort to fully understand and identify future policing priorities and to ensure the best value for the police service dollars. The survey has been mailed to every home and business in the Municipality and citizens are encouraged to fill out the survey online at www.northgrenville.on.ca/PoliceServices.cfm or drop off the mailed copy to one of the addresses listed on the survey.
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Growing but not Green by Heather Sansom I had the privilege this past week of attending the business reception at the Municipal Centre where we were treated to updates about the municipality’s progress toward the mission statement captured in the slogan ‘green and growing’. Forbes Simon spoke, sharing many interesting slides with images and information about developments in town that the general population really knows nothing about. There were several which have ‘unfortunately’ been ‘delayed’ due to not meeting environmental concerns, but it was expressed that since such concerns had not traditionally hung up development in the past, things should be ‘sorted out’ and proceed. Very interesting. I’ve been quite interested in development in Kemptville and area since moving here over nine years ago. There have certainly been improvements and a lot of work done to make the town pleasant and conducive to thriving for all income levels. Although, nearly all housing developments since I moved here have been priced out of the range of most people, and aimed at the higher income bracket (over 80K household income). Presumably documented issues with gentrification of rural areas such as Leeds and Grenville
have not slowed down that trend in development. The houses are poster-friendly, and the more higher income people that are lured out to live here instead of Barrhaven or Kanata, the more the average household income appears to rise, and the easier it is to ignore the need to ensure survivability and sustainability for the original population. In fact, newcomers are so used to cookie cutter housing developments and concrete jungles that they don’t know better when they buy a house out here, in a development with little greenspace, no active transport, and no real park within walking distance of home for their children. Parks and green are notably lacking in all the developments that have gone up since I moved here. It’s like people are caught in a bad time warp from 1980’s planning and development trends, and have not caught up with recent data connecting long term thriving and economic prosperity, with maintenance of green infrastructure and provision for free and accessible physical activity spaces for all. The ironic and enormous gap between the federal government sponsored pleas for increased population physical activity, and the persistent refusal of housing developers to make back yards, or at least a nearby park, big enough to run and play ball in, would be funny if it weren’t just about
tragic. And then there is the question of the trees. I don’t think I’ve seen so much clear-cutting and un-necessary demolition of green resource since moving to Kemptville. It’s like a race to look like Barrhaven. Why repeat someone else’s drastic errors? In fear of turning away developers, it’s as if a blind eye is turned when every single existing tree is removed. None of the developments, commercial or residential, which have gone up in the past few years needed to remove as many trees right to the edges of their landspace as they did, but they did. The scrawny replacements won’t provide the same shade, oxygen, airfiltering, habitat protection or mental health benefits for a few decades. Even the commercial development near the highway could have planned to leave trees in islands with benches (and how about bike racks?) to facilitate pedestrian and active transport. But no one seemed to think of that. Even a housing development like Equinelle, built around a large green space, has inadequate green infrastructure for physical activity. It must be remembered that it is a golf course accessible only to a minority percentage of the population, and that looking at a recreational resource with debatable ecological impact, however beautiful, does not meet the health and wellbeing
needs of anyone that is not wealthy enough to golf on it. It can’t even be skied on in the winter. I don’t understand what would be so difficult about deciding to implement contemporary research and practice for healthy communities and sustainable development. I mean, if there were some municipal regulations and oversight, so what if a developer went away? Another one would come. We are a prime distance to a downtown urban core. It would only take a short time before a more enlightened and responsible developer brought a plan that considered the community, instead of short term profits and tax revenue gains. Which brings me to the clincher. Forbes Symon was asked directly if the municipal plans for the Kemptville campus included parcelling it up. He looked down when he said an emphatic ‘No!’, avoiding eye contact. Then he looked up and proceeded to say exactly the opposite. I’m not sure what ‘no we won’t parcel the land up’ means…maybe it refers only to land with buildings on it. It must be that land without
buildings- very important and irreplaceable green infrastructure which can benefit the growing community for hundreds of years, such as meadow land, the sugar bush or the arboretum, are simply not in a cognitive category in his mind called ‘property’. He said something about ‘little outlying areas’ which might ‘of course’ be sold off to provide revenue to benefit the rest of the project. I can see it now: how tempting it will be to make short term cash while some housing developer gets a steal of a deal and makes a fortune infilling the area between the Kemptville Meadows eyesore (with no greenspace for children to play a game of soccer, and no trees of any account) and Victoria Park. I’m sorry, but there’s a big gap between ‘no’ and ‘yes, effectively we will’. I’m really trying, but I’m having a lot of trouble seeing how there is anything to the ‘green’ part of the ‘green and growing’ tagline, other than marketing value. Kind of like those billboards for cookiecutter suburban jungles outside Toronto, called things like ‘meadowbrook’…where the brook or the meadow are
nothing more than a memory. There is so much contemporary research about how intentional design for human thriving prospers communities long term. We don’t need to copy-cat bad development strategies like we see in the outskirts of Ottawa and most major cities. We can do much better than that. We owe it to the next generations to do much better than that.
Ontario supporting fruit and specialty crop growers This winter, Ontario is providing financial support to farmers to better ensure the survival of apples, tender fruit, berries, and specialty crops. Ontario's cold winter months can cause damage to crops and reduce yields. To help growers manage this risk and ensure a steady, competitive supply of Ontario grown food, the province will share up to 35% of the cost of weather mitigation equipment such as portable or fixed wind machines, heating and air movement devices, insulating devices, overhead irrigation systems, and crop covers. Growers can be eligible to receive up to a maximum of $31,500 per project. The funding program has been welcomed by grower’s organisations in the province. Charles Stevens, Chair of Ontario Apple Growers, said: “The Ontario Apple Growers strongly welcome the support for cold weather mitigation October 21, 2015
measures. This support will help to reduce the impact of cold temperatures, ensuring farmers are able to provide consumers with a more stable supply of local Ontario apples for them to enjoy.” The organization has approximately 215 grower-members acorss Ontario. Growers may apply for funding through the Ontario Crop and Soil Improvement Association, which administers the program, and will accept applications at several times over the next couple of years. The first intake is from October 22 to November 5, 2015. The range of eligible crops and equipment that are eligible for support was developed in consultation with Ontario Tender Fruit Growers and Ontario Apple Growers. Farm gate value of the fruit crops eligible for this program exceeded $150 million in 2014, and the organisation representing fruit growers
sees weather mitigation measures as essential to the health of their industry. “Weather mitigation equipment helps to protect the tree fruit industry from unfavourable growing conditions. We greatly appreciate the Ontario government’s recognition of the challenges faced by farmers and the continued support”, according to Phil Tregunno, of the Ontario Tender Fruit Growers Marketing Board. Tender fruits include pears, cherries, plums, nectarines, etc., and the average annual farm gate value across Ontario from fresh market and processing sales of Ontario tender fruit totals more than $55 million and for fresh grape commodities totals more than $5 million for a combined total of more than $60 million.
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New Public School opening delayed by Hilary Thomson Students and Teachers at Kemptville Public School can count on being in the same building at the start of the next school year. Due to complications regarding storm water management and drainage at the site of the new Kemptville Public School, the site plan approval process has taken longer than the Upper Canada District School Board expected, delaying construction by three months. “The biggest issue was around the elevation of our site relative to the adjacent site,” says Jeremy Hobbs, the Superintendant of Operational Services with the School Board. The Municipality of North Grenville and the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority have plans to restore wetlands on the adjacent site that were degraded because of changes to the site made by the previous owner. An engineering report, which included the plans to restore the wetlands, was available to the School Board; however, they used current Ontario Land Survey data to prepare the site’s grading, drainage and storm water management plan, regardless of the fact that the elevations were going to change, rendering their
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plan useless and the delay inevitable. Since then, the Municipality have been working alongside the School Board to find a solution to the drainage problem. One option proposed by the municipality was to put the school on pilings, which would have cost the School Board an additional $2 million. Jeremy says this is something that the school board simply could not afford. “We had to spend quite a bit of time figuring out an alternate solution that was going to be affordable and wasn’t going to jeopardize the project,” he said. In a council meeting on September 28, Director of Planning and Development Forbes Simon announced that they had identified some solutions to the problem and that the municipality was now able to issue a conditional building permit, subject to the finalization of the site plan issues. Jeremy says the solution that they have agreed on is financially feasible, costing only a few hundred thousand dollars rather than millions. According to the municipality, the site plan control approval and the issuing of a full building permit is now imminent. There will be additional work for the School
Board to do after this process is over, such as figuring out how to pay for the additional construction requirements needed to follow the new site plan and getting approval from the Ministry of Education for their revised budget. They are also having to deal with some legal issues regarding the tender of the project, as it was tendered too early, long before a proper site plan had been approved. After everything is said and done, the School Board estimates that they will be ready to start building by the end of November or early December, which is not an ideal time to start construction . “Starting construction as winter approaches has very different implications compared to starting in July”, according to Jeremy Hobbs. As of now, the School Board does not have enough information to set out a revised opening date for the school. However, Jeremy says the combined effect of being three months behind schedule and the time of year when they will be ready to start construction, the school will not be ready for students until well into 2017, if not the beginning of the 2017-18 school year.
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The times they are a-changing...again by Peter Johnson All things must pass, not least governments in modern democracies. It feels very much as if Canadians have decided to call time out on the Conservatives and opt for a party that is promising a more consensual style of governing. Why? As one resigned Conservative supporter put it: 'This is what happens when you’re mean to so many people for so long.' ”(John Ivison, National Post). My, oh my! Doesn't it feel good to have that over with! The election, I mean. And now we know the results. Greetings still-standing reader. Our country has survived. The process was not perfect. The electorate had their say. Now we can sit back and see if our collective voices will be ignored or heeded. My most recent foray into political activity showed me that you can go to your local political event, you can have your say, your opinion can be heard, but that does not remotely suggest that you will be heeded. But, enough of that itch. It's been scratched enough for now. Mr. Ivison predicted, as far back as last Saturday that, “On election night, the Liberals will come roaring out of Atlantic Canada, pick up some seats in Quebec, do extremely well in Ontario and then stall as they cross the Prairies and enter British Columbia.” And so, if he knows what he is talking about, what will this look like? “The most likely outcome at this stage seems to me to
be a Liberal minority, based on a rough calculation of where they are likely to win seats. It looks very much like we will have a bifurcated electoral map, with mainly Liberal urban areas sitting in a largely Conservative rural hinterland.” Not the dreaded 'bifurcated' map again! I had one of those, many years back....just after Laurier's reign, and I had to remove it. It was the dawn of political correctness, you see. Such sights were deemed not good for young eyes. And a 'Conservative rural hinterland'? Saints alive, that sounds like us! Does that mean that with three women to chose from - for the first time ever, good ol' 'hinterland' Grenville and The Islands stuck with Steve's man, Gord Brown? Too bad. At this time, more women in Parliament would be a wonderful improvement. And, at a time when 3 out of 4 Canadians recently polled were voicing a desire for change, this region, and probably Petite Pierre's just to the north of us, resiliently and resolutely resisted such a scary notion as change. Now, as I sit here, typing away - with fingers crossed, no less, wondering what Monday night will bring (it's early Saturday morning, to give you the time line context), I wonder what comes next. A minority government? A Conservative minority government? Can you picture Steve working with Justin or Tom? He, Stephen, will be in a foul mood. He had to leave his office and talk to people. He doesn't do that...unless
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there's an election. So, if not Steve, then whom? Justin? But the Conservative Attack Ads said he was too young...even though he's probably older than Steve was when he told a group of American businessmen that when he got through with Canada, they wouldn't recognize it. Tom? As a person, the electorate probably preferred Tom to Justin, and certainly to Stephen. But they have always been leery of a party based in Quebec, with perceived too-far-left proclivities. Regardless of whom it is, my wish is that they reform our political system. Make every vote count. Have more proportional representation. Have more power back in the House of Commons and much, much less power and control in the Prime Minister's Office. Have less attacks on the Supreme Court, the Auditor General and the Opposition Parties. Do away with round the clock, 24/7, non-stop self-glorifying campaign ads, like the Economic Action Plan. Better treatment of veterans. More honesty when dealing with the public. A Freedom of Information Act that actually provides information to those asking for it. A serious plan to address environmental issues. Put back in place the protection of our lakes, rivers and natural resources, that disappeared under the Conservatives. But most of all, I want back my Canada that was viewed as a peace-loving, caring, compassionate country. That was regarded by the rest
of the world as one of the best countries to live in. It won't happen overnight. It took several terms of Conservative governance for Steve to fulfill his promise to transform Canada. And maybe - just maybe, once we are headed on a course back to Utopia, we just might see a scenario where, in our local political arena, the people attending a Committee of the Whole meeting, have their say, and, if they do not get their way, at least be given more than a few moments of polite attentiveness, then be ignored. Wow! Be still my beating heart! Am I being too much of a dreamer? If that should happen, then we'll know for sure that, 'The Times They Are A-Changing. Be vigilant. As we have seen locally, we usually get the government we deserve.
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Local historian speaks in Merrickville Submitted by Michael Whittaker Dr. David Shanahan, historian for the North Grenville Historical Society, will discuss the period from pre-contact to 1800 at the Merrickville and District Historical Society monthly talk at the Merrickville Legion, Tues. Oct. 27 at 7:30 pm. Before the arrival of Loyalist after 1783, the First Nations in what is now Merrickville-Wolford and North Grenville had not experienced an influx of colonizing Europeans. “This area was a frontier, initially between various First Nations, then between European settlement and Indian Territory,” said Dr. Shanahan. “Treaties after 1783, designed to make room for Loyalists, were slipshod, largely inaccurate and have caused confusion through to the present day.” His presentation includes trading patterns, conflict, early contact and Royal Proclamation of 1763, which is considered a contribution factor to the American Revolution. Dr. Shanahan, past president of the North Grenville Historical Society, has a lengthy career involving land claims research and related issues on behalf of First Nations, the Government of Canada and other organizations.
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Photo courtesy of George Gouthro Submitted by Pat Babin Orchard View Retirement Living was very much in the spotlight at last Thursday’s meeting of the Youngsters of Yore at the North Grenville Public Library. Thanks to the masterful presentations by Femmie Wright, Social Activity Director, and Julie Lajoie, Director of Marketing, a comprehensive overview of the various services was provided. “We view our residences as warm and hospitable homes where families and friends gather, and where you can enjoy the best things about retirement.” The special leadership provided by Joe Princiotta, President, Orchard View, was underscored. His philosophy resonates with the love and respect for seniors that his father, Tony, envisioned. The guest speakers deserve five stars for their public relations expertise. No wonder the three Orchard View locations are such happy places! Can you imagine having your own petting zoo? Wheelchair accessible gardens? And a bus to nowhere? Nota bene: Orchard View by the Mississippi is planned to open in the Spring. www.ngtimes.ca
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Youngsters of Yore, 1:30 pm, Library Program Room. Guest Speaker: Pat Babin-Cambodia, The Khymer Rouge and Angor Wat. Kemptville Horticultural Society, 7:30 pm at the Kemptville Pentecostal Church, 1964 C R #43. Awards & Social Night. Guests are welcome to come & meet fellow gardeners in the Kemptville area. Kemptville Legion steak BBQ. BBQ at 6:30 cost $10 per person. For tickets contact Lorena at 613-258-9065. 19th Annual Beef Dinner & Auction at Merrickville Community Centre. Social & Viewing Hour 5-6 pm, Dinner 6 pm, Live Auction 7:30 pm. For Tickets ($20) Call Rick Bowell at 613 269 3452. Annual BEEF SUPPER - St. Andrew's United Church, Bishop's Mills 4:30 pm- 6:30 pm. Adults $13 Children 6 - 12 $6 Under 6 Free. Committee of the Whole Meeting will be held in the Bishops Mills Community Hall, 38 Main Street, at 6:30 pm. Kemptville Legion Craft Sale 9:30 am– 2:00 pm. Tables $15.00. Call Lorena for reservations 613-258-9065. Vendors welcome
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BNI Networking Group Breakfast, Grenville Mutual Insurance Building, 380 Colonnade Drive, 7- 8:30 am. Call 613-918-0430 for more information. Bridge- St. John’s United Church, 12:15 pm. Cost $4. "All levels of bridge players welcome. Come discover Duplicate Bridge. "Info, contact Sandra at 613-258-2691. The Branch Artisans Guild, North Grenville Community Church, 2659 Concession Street every 3rd Tuesday, 7 pm. New members welcomed! NG Photography Club - first Wed. of every month from 7-9 pm at the Auditorium of the Municipal Centre from Sept. to June. Check our website for more information on outings and upcoming events. ngphotoclub.ca Klub 67 Euchre every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month beginning September 9th; 1:15 p.m. St. John's United Church downstairs. Everyone welcome, $5.00. Bingo- First and third Wednesday of the month, Kemptville Legion. Games start at 1 pm. All welcome. Refreshments available. Klub 67 Euchre every second and fourth Wed. of the month, 1:15 pm, St. John's United Church downstairs. Everyone welcome, $5.00. Bridge - St. John’s United Church, 6:45 pm. Cost $5, partner preferred but not necessary. For more info, contact Sandra at 613-258-2691. North Grenville Toastmasters - Meeting 1st & 3rd Thurs. of the month, 7 pm at O’Farrell’s Financial Services, Cty Rd 44. Info, call 258-7665. 2nd and 4th Friday Every Month, 6-10 pm Twice The Fun Games (206 Prescott Street) is your host for Game Night. Bring your favourite game or borrow one from our library. All ages welcome! The Kerith Debt Freedom Centre. Confidential coaches will help you get out of debt and stay out of debt. Free, open on the 2nd and 4th Sat. of the month from 9:30-11:30 at the NG Community Church. Appointments can be made at kdfc.ca or by calling 613-258-4815 x103. Kemptville Legion breakfast, 8 - 10 am third Saturday of every month. Adults $5.00. Children under 12 $3. All welcome. Kemptville and Area Walking Group, Municipal Centre - Early birds: 8 am, others 8:30 am. Contact: Eva 258-4487.
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Fall Car Care 2015 Car emergency kits can be a life saver (NC) No matter where you drive, something could go wrong. It could be a flat tire, getting stuck in traffic, an accident, a car break down, or sliding into a ditch on a less travelled road. This is why it is important to always be prepared and part of being prepared involves having an emergency kit. Having an emergency kit in your car can be very helpful when you are in a bind. “Even if you have road side assistance coverage you may have to wait a while for help to arrive, especially in poor weather conditions,” says Wayne Ross, an insurance and claims expert for Aviva Canada “An emergency kit can help make things more comfortable while you are waiting for assistance.” While there is no limit to what items you can include in your emergency kit, here are a number of things that Ross suggests you need: • A cell phone (if you don't carry one with you); • A first aid kit; • Bottled water and snacks; • A blanket, gloves, and additional warm clothing for the winter months; • Flashlight and batteries; • Tire gauge and jumper cables; • A small tool kit. This is a minimum. Depending on your specific situation, you may include other items based on your driving frequency and the climate where you drive. Regardless of how often and where you drive, having an emergency kit is common sense. If you don't have one already, investing in one could be a lifesaver. More detailed information is available from your insurance broker or at AvivaCanada.com.
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Conduct quick maintenance checks for safe winter driving (NC) An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure and this is especially true when it comes to the major investment we make in our vehicles. “Winter is harsh on automobiles with deepfreeze temperatures, slippery conditions, plus stop-and-go gear changing,” says Colin Dilley at Prestone, a leading name in engine protection products. Here, Dilley gives us a few quick and easy winter maintenance tips: • Top up windshield fluids with a winter specific formula and replace blades if brittle. • Check tire pressure regularly and top up the air as recommended. • Check the treads on your tires and for the best vehicle control, replace them no later than 5/32" of remaining tread depth. • Top up the antifreeze/coolant with a formula guaranteed to protect against corrosion. Corrosion can cause engines to quickly overheat, even in the winter. With the rigours of winter conditions, be sure to top up or do a complete flush and fill with an antifreeze/coolant that contains a proven corrosion inhibitor.
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Go green with your car
Recycle or properly dispose motor oil, tires, batteries, fluids and other vehicle components to help protect the planet when performing vehicle maintenance or repairs. Steve Schafer of Randy’s Performance Automotive is able to help you with all your winter driving preparations and winter maintenance needs
Tips for accident-free winter driving (NC) Winter driving in Canada means braving conditions that are sometimes less than ideal. Be prepared for snowy road conditions and freezing temperatures with these tips from the experts at UPS Canada for accident-free driving: • Winterize your vehicle. Check your fluids and make sure your vehicle has winter tires. • Minimize distractions. Leave your phone out of reach and map your route in advance. • Stay on main roads. Snow is often cleared off main routes first. • Leave plenty of space. It's ideal to leave at least two car lengths between you and the vehicle ahead. • Adjust your speed for road conditions. Icy or snowy roads call for slower speeds. • Check the weather. Keep cool and plan your trip around changing weather patterns and difficult conditions. • Stay alert. Pack water and snacks to keep you energized for your trip, and if you're feeling too tired, stay at home. Nobody knows how to stay safe on winter roads better than UPS Canada's Circle of Honor drivers—a prestigious award for more than 7,878 drivers globally (123 in Canada) who have maintained an at-fault accident-free driving record for over 25 years. “Being a UPS driver isn't just about delivering packages,” says Dominic Porporino, vice president of Operations at UPS Canada. “It's about getting from point A to point B efficiently in a way that doesn't compromise safety on the roads. Our drivers understand the importance of road safety and they take it very seriously.” Tire Safety “Tires are critical to a vehicle’s handling and traction, and maintaining proper pressure is vitally important to vehicle safety. Underinflated tires are under stress and will wear unevenly, causing them to need to be replaced sooner. Routinely checking tire balance and wheel alignment reduces tire wear, improves handling, and increases fuel economy.” October 21, 2015
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Jason Martin of RPM Automotive will make sure that your car is safely maintained and ready for all driving conditions, through winter and all the seasons to come.
The ABCs of basic car care include: A – Always follow a vehicle service schedule. B – Be sure to have your car inspected when you suspect there is a problem. C – Correct the problem to help avoid the inconvenience and potential safety hazards of breaking down away from home.
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Signs your car needs a checkup (NC) To many Canadians, their automobile is like their spouse. They go everywhere together, they have stuck together for years, and they can't seem to function without each other. However, an important part of any relationship is communication. Unfortunately, many Canadians ignore signs from their car that indicate it might be time for a tune up. “Your car is a very complex piece of machinery, almost like a living thing. Any significant changes in the life of your car, from performance to safety, should be immediately brought to the attention of your mechanic. Ignorance is not bliss,” says Darryl Croft, automotive maintenance expert at OK Tire. To make sure your automotive relationship stands the test of time, be sure to keep a look out for the following warning signs, which warrant a stop to your local service provider: • Check engine light: this is one of the most frequently ignored warning signs from your car. The check engine light could indicate a variety of problems with your vehicle of varying severity, from a loose fuel cap to an overheating or failing engine. • Trouble starting: a drained battery, corroded cables, malfunctioning spark plug, bad ignition switch, or broken timing belt are just a few of several possible causes to this problem. If your engine is having difficulty starting, get it checked - it could mean the difference between a quick visit to your mechanic and a long and expensive tow to the garage. • Veering left or right: Your car should always move in the direction you are steering it to. If you find that your car pulls to one side whenever you let go of the steering wheel or apply brakes, your car could be due for an alignment. It's a quick fix, so don't put it off. Misalignment can cause uneven wear on your tires, which could mean more dollars in the long run. • Puddles under your car: your car requires a myriad of different fluids to run properly – brake fluid, transmission fluid, gasoline, oil, and coolant. Each is vital for the operation of your car, and any puddles or leaking fluids should not be ignored.
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• Squealing brakes and poor stopping performance: this is one of the most serious warning signs your car can send you. Squealing brakes is a likely indicator of brake pad wear, which can lead to more extensive brake damage and a potentially unsafe vehicle, if left unattended.
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Women’s Fall Curling Classic Nov 5-8 North Grenville Curling Club Meet the teams
L-R Silvana Tirinzoni, Manuela Siegrist, Esther Neuenschwander, Marlene Albrecht by Jim Dolan Over the next couple of weeks, I would like to profile some of the players on the 24 teams that will be competing in the Royal LePage OVCA Women’s Fall Classic. The event will be played at the North Grenville Curling Club in Kemptville from November 5-8. The Swiss team skipped by 36 year-old Silvana Tirinzoni has to be considered as the favourite to win the Fall Classic. Silvana was born in Zurich Switzerland and currently resides in Oberrohrdorf, Switzerland. Silvana and her teammates – third Manuela Siegrist, second Esther Newuenschwander and lead Marlene Albrecht, sit second on the Women’s 2015 World Curling Tour money list with $26,000 and fifth in the World Curling Tour’s Order of Merit. Silvana is a two time Swiss Champion in 2005 and 2007 and won the World Junior Championship in 1999. Her current team’s biggest victory was at the Grand Slam of Curling – Tour Challenge in Paradise, Newfoundland this September where she beat Ottawa’s Rachel Homan in the final 6-5. Silvana lists her profession as a curler and business developer. She says she does not have any pre-game superstitions. She said if she could have dinner past or present with anyone, she would choose Nelson Mandela. Her favourite music
group is Broken Bells (never heard a tune until today – the band has a Moody Blues kind of feel). The best advice she ever received was “to train not only hard, but also smart.” When asked about any hidden talents, Silvana says she is able to make socks disappear when she does the laundry – 10 socks in, 8 socks out – pure magic. If you want to see her curling talents and want to make the team feel right at home, bring your Swiss flags, sit in the bleachers and cheer them on when they play their first game against Ottawa’s Nicole Butler-Rohland at 9:15 am on Thursday November 5. Silvana’s third Manuela Siegrist is making her second appearance at the Fall Classic. In 2011 she skipped her own team. The North Grenville Curling Club is proud that a former member of our Club, Lauren Mann, will be returning to the Fall Classic as the current Quebec Scotties Provincial Champion. It is the first time a former member of our club has made it to the Scotts Tournament of Hearts. Playing with Lauren will be third Amélie Blais, second, Lana Gosselin and lead Brittany O’Rourke. Lauren was born in Sudbury, Ontario in 1985 and now resides in Aylmer, Quebec. She works as an Affiliates Manager for the Canadian Cardiovascular Society. Lauren has been curling for 20 years.
Curling has been a great source of personal growth for her. Lauren says: “Curling challenges her comfort levels, increases her mental toughness and enhances her physical fitness.” I have known Lauren for over ten years both as a member of our club and through her participation in the Fall Classic. I think what makes her a great athlete is her burning desire to get better at anything she does and what makes her a great person is her willingness to give back to the game she loves. Lauren’s lead Brittany O’Rourke has represented Quebec at the Scotties for three consecutive years. Brittany loves curling because it is fun! Brittany says: “Curling is so different from other sports because you are only four people on the ice. It is a totally different dynamic and you need to rely so much on your teammates and they need to be able to support you right back. When asked to describe herself in three words, Brittany, who likes to chat, chose to add a couple more – nice, funny, good looking, humble, determined and dyscalculia (best described as math dyslexia). Lauren’s team plays its first game at 3 pm against Kristen MacDiarmid’s team from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia has two
other teams playing in the Fall Classic, skipped by Theresa Breen and crowd favourite, Mary-Anne Arsenault. Mary-Anne was recently inducted into the Canadian Curling Hall of Fame. The Royal LePage OVCA Women’s Fall Classic begins on Thursday, November 5 with five draws starting at 9:15 am. Preliminary round action continues on Friday at 8:45 am and Saturday at 9:00 am. Playoff Sunday begins at 9 am with the quarterfinals. The semifinals are slated for 12:30 pm, followed by the championship game at 3:30 pm. A unique feature of the North Grenville Curling Club is it is a converted hockey rink, so fans can bring a warm blanket, bundle up and not only watch games but sit in the stands and cheer on their favourite teams. Admissions is $10 for an Event Pass, $5 for a day pass and persons 17 and under are admitted free. For a complete list of teams and draw times for games, visit the Fall Classic website at classic.ovca.com. Fans should make sure they drop by the Brier booth at the Fall Classic and fill out a ballot for a chance to win a pair of Opening Weekend ticket packages to the 2016 Tim Hortons Brier. Ottawa will host the Brier from March 5-13 at TD Place.
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St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Winchester presents: A concert with singer/songwriter
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Hawk’s wings get clipped in exciting shootout
Not this time: 73’s Nicholas robs Hawks while O’Flynn with Wickers set up return play for Kemptville Bisson to clear their zone. over to Gaudet to make it team-mate Kiriacou to Tracy by the Sports Guy count. Unfortunately, the to even the odds. Although both sides had 73’s were plagued with three Hawkesbury Hawks penalties, with a question- terrific opportunities to gain were in our barn on Sunday able one that led to the re- a victory, the only moveand wanted to make a state- moval of a key player from ment in the final period was ment with our boys. But our the game. Kemptville retired the revolving door of the guys were pumped and were to the dressing room with a “sin bin” for 73’s, giving the Hawks three power plays hungry for a win. When I one goal lead. Whatever the coach had that our boys shut down arrived at the rink, the atmosphere was all business and to say to the Hawks worked, to close out the game with ‘get the job done’. All their as they came at our boys a 2 - 2 tie, to force 3 on 3 previous losses were tight with a vengeance when over-time. Two ways played both games with one goal deficits. Everson, at just .36 seconds ways, with 73’s managing to on the power play, tied it The first frame found record four shots and pickafter 73’s failed to clear both teams playing very up a power play at 2:23, as tight, until the Hawks Mur- their zone. The Hawks would take the frozen rubber rang off phy blasted one off the crossbar with a resounding the lead at 11:22 when Le- the post to close over-time ring. Kemptville drew first one capitalized with a mis- still evenly matched. The shoot out used up blood at 6:10 of the 1st sile from the slot. A power 15 players, all trying to play rush at 19:43, as 73’s period when Hale moved Tugnutt attacked the oppobeat their stoppers in close through the neutral zone to find Kirkby open to pass sition with a pass and go to through the five-hole, but the
old reliable “snap shot” by 73’s Dean Kiriacou sealed the deal when he beat Tucci on glove side. Kemptville tallied 24 minutes on eight infractions and Hawkesbury received 6 minutes on three infractions: hard to score goals from the penalty box. 73’s out shot the Hawks by 31 to 29. Just a small observation you, as a community, may want to mull over. The 73’s have always supported, and they continue to support their community events and maybe reciprocation is in order. Your boys are back in town and supplying you hockey with edge. If you haven’t been out to a game…maybe you do not know what you have missed.
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Club member Amber Williams captured this image of the Ottawa Polo Club’s final match of the season in Burritts Rapids.
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