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County officially opens Drayton Garage By Aryn Strickland
A big deal - The 19th Annual Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation Gala was held May 25 at the Palmerston and District Community Centre Complex. The theme for this year’s gala, a sold out event once again, was Moonlight over Monte Carlo, complete with palm trees, gambling, upscale lounge areas, vintage photographs and classic cars. From left: Dianne and Dave Arjune, along with Elizabeth Smigh, try their hand at blackjack. Photo by Jennifer Goertzen
MAPLETON - Local politicians and county staff unveiled the new 22,200 square-foot Drayton public works garage on May 24, just in time for National Public Works Week. The previous Drayton Garage stood for over 60 years before the expansion and update began in 2013 following a fire that destroyed the building on John Street. Triple the size of the previous facility, the new garage on Sideroad 16 was built using Wellington County’s highest Green Legacy Building Standard to ensure the garage is energy efficient and environmentally responsible.
It features 10 large truck storage and service bays and one small truck service bay, high efficiency energy recovery ventilation system and a full emergency electrical generator. “When we build something in the County of Wellington we do it right and this is an example of that,� Warden Kelly Linton told the crowd. “It is important for us to have facilities that our staff can enjoy working in and a place that we can grow into so that is the reason why it is as big as it is. We are making sure that we are looking far into the future.� The county-operated Drayton public works garage shares services and space
with the Mapleton township garage, including, wash bays and the fuel depot. Both were open for the event. Mapleton Mayor Gregg Davidson thanked the county for keeping the garage in Mapleton, as it benefits the township’s own facility. “As the mayor I would like to thank the county for building this garage on this site, keeping it here in Mapletonâ€? said Davidson. “The vision of having both the Mapleton garage and the county garage on the same site, sharing services, is an efficient partnership. So this partnership we have, it not only benefits the residents of Mapleton and the surrounding communities, SEE COUNTY Âť 2
Township in need of canine control officer as changes to animal cruelty law enforcement loom By Aryn Strickland MAPLETON - The township is looking for a new canine control officer. The township’s current canine control agreement expires on June 30 and the service provider has declined a renewal of a three-year contract with the township. Council passed a bylaw on May 14 allowing township
staff to apply for an RFP to secure a contractor for the canine control position. “The reality of it is, I am not sure what we would do if we don’t have [a canine control service,� chief building official Patty Wright told council. “It would be difficult to have any kind of bylaw that regulates anything unless we have that pound keeper and
the dog catcher basically.� During a previous meeting on March 12, council passed a new canine licensing bylaw that would introduce lifetime dog tags and a one-time enumeration of dogs in the area. At the time, Wright told council the canine licensing program cost the township $4,500 in 2018. Wright acknowledged con-
cern over the cost of the new canine control agreement being added to the budget, but she stated the benefits would outweigh the cost. “This should be almost cost neutral and that’s the goal. The initiative is to get enumeration done, get these sales up, to try to make it big,� Wright said. Not hiring a canine control service would mean
township staff, including Wright, would be responsible for enforcement. “I can’t personally justify me going out in the morning and getting a dog and driving it to Guelph to surrender it to the humane society to pay for it and contribute a day of my salary. I don’t think that is cost effective,� Wright told council in March. Mayor Gregg Davidson
told council that during a recent OPP police services board meeting he was informed new regulations were issued to the OSPCA which operates the Guelph Humane Society. In March the OSPCA informed the province that it would no longer be enforcing animal cruelty laws. “Council also needs to SEE CANINE Âť 2
Inaugural Luella Logan Award presented to Lynda White By Patrick Raftis
Inaugural award - Former Wellington County warden and retired county councillor Lynda White was recognized on May 23 as the first recipient of the Louella Logan Award for Outstanding Service by a Woman in Politics. She directed the $1,500 donation that accompanies the award, created with funds donated by Louella’s husband Robert Logan, to the Get In Touch For Hutch mental health initiative. From left: Minto Mayor George Bridge, Wellington County Warden Kelly Linton, Robert Logan and White. Photo by Patrick Raftis a wonderful way to honour her commitments and ensure that her legacy lives on in our communities.� Bridge said, “Luella was an incredibly inspiring woman. She was first elected to Palmerston council in 1966, and succeeded
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GUELPH – The Luella Logan Scholarship and the Luella Logan Award for Outstanding Service by a Woman in Politics were officially launched at the May 23 Wellington County council meeting. Councillor George Bridge announced the launch of the two $1,500 awards the county will present annually to honour Wellington County women in politics. Both are funded by a donation to the county from longtime Palmerston area resident Robert Logan in recognition of his late wife, Luella “Lou� Logan, the first female councillor to sit on Wellington County council. “We are so honoured to have received this generous gift from the Logan family,� said Warden Kelly Linton. “Luella Logan contributed so much to Wellington County during her political career, and these awards are
$1,500 annually to a young woman pursuing post-secondary studies in political science, public administration or related undergraduate or graduate degree at a Canadian college or university. Selection of the recipient will be based on academic excellence and demonstration of leadership and interest in local government. The annual Luella Logan Award for Outstanding Service by a Woman in Politics will be presented to a retired female politician who has shown outstanding service in local politics with the County of Wellington or one of the county’s member municipalities. The recipient will receive a donation of $1,500 to allocate to the charity of her choice. The 2019 award was presented to past warden and retired Wellington County councillor Lynda White. “I am so honored to be the very first recipient of the Lou Logan annual award,�
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said White. “I know that it will help young people in Wellington County to seriously consider serving their community through a career in political science or public administration.� She added, “If I had known Lou personally, I’m sure we would have connected through our love of our communities and our love of the people that we serve. As the fifth female warden, and Lou as the very first female county councillor, we would definitely have had a connection.� White announced her plans to donate the award to the Get In Touch For Hutch charity, which works to remove the stigma surrounding mental illness and provide resources to young adults that are suffering. “There are a lot of worthwhile charities in Wellington County, but through my work on the police services board and social services, nothing stands out to me more than
the issue of self-harm,� said White. “Suicide accounts for 24 per cent of all deaths among 15- to 24-year-olds. In February 2013 this statistic became a reality for the family and friends of Steven Hutchinson after he took his life while in his dorm room in university,� said White. “Steven’s passing came as a shock to all who knew him. Steven was not diagnosed with a mental illness and sadly no one, not even those close to him, knew how much he was struggling. He struggled in silence.� She added that thanks to the Get In Touch For Hutch initiative launched by Steven’s family, “We look forward to a time when conversations relating to mental health are no longer held in silence, but part of our everyday conversations.� For information on the Louella Logan Scholarship and Award visit www.wellington.ca.
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Todd Rogers named to ORO post for Minto By Patrick Raftis
Drayton Garage - Local politicians and county staff unveiled the new 22,200 square-foot Drayton public works garage on Sideroad 16 on May 24. BELOW: Visitors were invited to check out the building. Photos by Aryn Strickland
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but it also benefits the provincial government and I say that because I am sure they would approve of the partnership we have saving money for the communities,” Davidson added. Perth-Wellington MP John Nater congratulated the county on the “exceptional... environmental standards that were put into this building. "You are truly paving the way for the future.”
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Palmerston United Church (215 James St) Monthly Take-Out Dinner. Includes a full Roast Beef dinner (potatoes, veg, buns, dessert included) for only $15 for adults, $7 for kids 5-12, preschoolers free. Call the church 519-343-3620 to schedule your pick up time between 4:30 and 6:30pm.
May 31
Alma Optimist Beef BBQ, 5-7pm, Alma Community Centre. Info: 519-846-5413.
June 1
Moorefield Optimist Annual Auction Sale, 12:30pm, Moorefield Optimist Hall, Ball Avenue. Snacks available. To donate call Glenn to prearrange item pickup prior to sale, 226-792-8537.
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Harriston Firefighters Pancake Breakfast, 7-11am, Harriston Arena. Entry by donation. Bring extra money for the new raffle table. Also visit the Harriston Garden Festival.
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Waterloo Rural Women Children's Farm Safety Day for ages 5-12, 9:30am-1pm. Includes pizza lunch & snacks. Host farm: Cookridge Farms. Hands-on learning, activities & games regarding safety on the farm. To register: 519-576-1933.
June 3
Mapleton Historical Society meeting, 7pm at Drayton United Church. History of Heritage Funeral Homes and Funeral Customs. Speaker: Mary Thompson.
June 3
Challenge Euchre, 7:30 pm, Palmerston Legion Upstairs Hall, $5/person, must bring your partner. Light lunch provided. All Welcome.
June 5
Drayton Rotary Club meeting every first Wed. of the month. Meet at Drayton Chop House: supper 6pm, meeting 6:30pm. All welcome. Info: Lorrie 519-998-2154.
June 7 & 8
Clifford Firefighters Assoc. annual co-ed Slow Pitch Tournament at Clifford Ball Diamond. Teams wanted. Food booth, beer gardens & prize money. Proceeds go back into community. Info: Kurt 519-321-1252.
June 8
The Palmerston Lions Club annual Splash Bash includes a free BBQ, kid’s activities, free swimming, and more! Info: David 519-343-2317.
June 8
Clifford Street Celebration, Downtown Clifford. The new street is finished! Join us for a day of celebrations with plenty of events all day long! Street Dance 8-11pm, age of majority, $5.
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Harrow added, “Senior management is very comfortable with Todd taking on these responsibilities.” He also stated Metzger “has done a tremendous job.” The report notes the town will not be filling Rogers' former position of lead hand which has “become redundant.” Some savings overall “We will be replacing this position with a water/wastewater operator position, by promoting an existing contract employee to full-time status,” states the report, which indicates the town "will realize some financial savings overall through the restructuring."
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MINT0 – The Town of Minto has a new foreman and overall responsible operator (ORO) for the municipality’s drinking water systems. Current water department lead hand/compliance coordinator/drinking water quality management systems representative Todd Rogers was appointed to the position on May 21, effective June 1. Water foreman Wayne Metzger, who has been ORO for the Minto drinking water systems for the past eight years, is retiring on May 31. “This makes it necessary to appoint a new ORO effective June 1 ... The ORO must
hold at least a Class 2 Water License to be appointed for the town’s water systems,” explained acing CAO TODD ROGERS C h r i s Harrow in a report to council. “Todd Rogers has worked hard to get his certifications complete and maintain all of his necessary papers. He has been the alternate to Wayne for eight years for the ORO and had been able to familiarize himself with the responsibilities of the position."
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well as an outdoor craft vendor show. There will also be a radiocontrolled truck show, a kid zone featuring bouncy castles and games. Minto Mental Health (MMH) is sponsoring a community chalk conversation and an outdoor movie night will be held at Cenotaph Park
with proceeds to MMH. A firefighters three-pitch tournament will also be part of the fun. The festivities will wrap up with a street dance downtown from 8 to 11pm, with music by DJ Cody Miller. There is a $5 cover charge for the dance and age of majority will be required.
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keep in mind ... legislation changes, when it comes to the OSPCA,” said Davidson. “They no longer will have the authority to do it, to look at large animals and animal bylaws, things like that. All of this falls on the OPP to do all the animal issues, whether it be livestock animals or any kind of animal problems that are out there and the OPP are not equipped to do this whatsoever,” said Davidson. “So to not have something locally would be a real ... I think it would be a wrong thing to be doing.” Wright told council that having an enumeration to ensure dogs in the township are tagged will hopefully also pay for the canine control service provider. “I think that the tag sales has to start paying for more of this service ... This should be almost cost neutral and that’s the goal,” said Wright. Councillor Marlene Ottens asked whether council could see a report from the previous canine control officer. “I would like to see ... how many calls did she do, how often was she called, how many dogs did she pick up, what service was she provid-
ing for what kind of money. Is it possible to get that?” Wright told council she knew from preparing the 2019 budget that the program made less than $5,000 with the current level of dog tag sales. “I think this is the key point that we do not have enough tags sold,” said Wright. “Not attached to a kennel operation there is less than 300 tags sold in Mapleton and to me that is where the money has to come from and that’s what we have to do, we have to chase those and get the revenue up to make this a viable program.” She added, “So it does come down to legislative requirements to have dog catchers; there isn’t any. Is it desirable? In my opinion, yes, but that’s again up to council.” The resolution passed unanimously. The provincial government then announced on May 17 that it is considering allowing humane societies to continue to enforce animal cruelty laws once the OSPCA stops doing so next month. The province is currently working on introducing new legislation it hopes to roll out in the fall.
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Everyday Heroes go above and beyond at Norwell By Patrick Raftis PALMERSTON – A Norwell District Secondary School employee and a dedicated volunteer are among the Upper Grand District School Board’s Everyday Heroes for 2019. Head caretaker Paul Metzger and Partners Program volunteer Linda Reaburn are among 11 recipients of the award to be honoured at a ceremony on May 29 in Guelph. The board recognizes Everyday Heroes for “performance at a high level at all times, a significant school or system-related achievement, a specific innovation or achievement of significant value or importance to the system, or a unique circumstance worthy of recognition by the board.” Metzger has worked as a custodian for more than 40 years at the high school where he received his secondary education. Board officials note school staff consider Metzger “an exceptional co-worker, friend and boss who continually goes above and beyond.” They also state he works behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly and never expects recognition. “He is humble, respectful and kind. His nominators say he is an integral part of the school community,” board officials state. “He helps the arts department with their projects,
Big contributors - Norwell District Secondary School volunteer Linda Reaburn and head caretaker Paul Metzger have been recognized with 2019 Upper Grand District School Board Everyday Hero awards. Photo by Patrick Raftis installing murals and art installations, he volunteers to go on field trips as a supervisor if the school is short on parental supervision, he works incredibly hard to make sure the school is at its very best. Nominators say that Paul is ‘the heart and soul of the building.’” Norwell principal Paul Richard agrees. “I’d say that Paul not only has a job here, but Paul is also 100 per cent volunteering at Norwell District Secondary School and in his volunteer
efforts outside of his job meets every need ever asked of him to do anything he possibly can to help the kids in the building have a better stay here,” said Richard. “And the building is fantastic. I don’t know how many people come here a year and go, ‘My gosh your building’s beautiful and it’s because there’s a pride that Paul has in the building that certainly exceeds his job expectations.” Metzger, whose three daughters attended Norwell
Centre Peel office coordinator an Everyday Hero By Aryn Strickland DRAYTON - Amanda Fergus-Moore, office coordinator for Centre Peel Public School in Drayton, is one of 14 recipients of 2019 Everyday Hero awards presented by the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB). The annual awards celebrate those who perform at a high level or attained a significant school achievement, or a specific innovation worthy of recognition by the board, according to the UGDSB website. “It’s amazing,” said Fergus-Moore of the win. “I would have never have expected it in a million years, I am just totally honoured.” The UGDSB announced the award recipients on May 7. Fergus-Moore was nominated because of her attentive and quick response to students’ needs. She has worked at Centre Peel Public School for the
last two-and-ahalf years and in that time, “ A m a n d a has created strong, positive and caring relationAMANDA ships with all FERGUSthe students MOORE at Centre Peel PS,” wrote UGDSB nominators. “One of her biggest strengths is in how quickly she responds and jumps into action when students are in need of First Aid or medical attention.” In June 2018, a student with severe asthma had an allergic reaction to his medication and went into respiratory arrest. He was immediately brought to the office, where Fergus-Moore and Principle Rhonda Gingrich administered first aid. “It was the scariest thing I have ever done, but also it’s one of those things that I was
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so grateful I was prepared for through CPR training,” said Fergus-Moore. “Amanda worked diligently to ensure the student remained as calm as possible and followed her training to keep the student conscious,” wrote nominators. “Amanda’s efforts were applauded by the attending paramedics who shared the seriousness of the situation and acknowledged that the response of the office staff was a critical component in keeping the student alive.” Winning the award still came as a shock to FergusMoore. “It’s amazing to feel appreciated for doing my job, really. I was overwhelmed at the thought that people thought that highly of me just doing my job every day.” Recipients were to receive their awards at a reception on May 29 at 7pm in the E. L. Fox Auditorium at John F. Ross in Guelph.
as well, said he feels compelled to help out, “just because it’s my community school and I think that’s the way things should be operated. “I just think the staff here is awesome; I’ve got a great staff that work for me and the students are awesome. So it’s just a great neighbourhood and a great building to be in,” he added. Reaburn is retired after teaching for 30 years and Centre Peel Public School in Mapleton was her last assignment. The students in Norwell’s Partners Program primarily come from Centre Peel and are from Mennonite families. Since the program
began in 2016, Reaburn has volunteered every Monday and Tuesday to help students learn. She has acted as a literacy tutor, scribe, mentor and more for students in Grades 9 to 12 “Linda has a keen understanding of the strengths and needs of our students associated with their families, the Mennonite faith, the Low German speaking culture and language(s),” states a press release from the UGDSB. The release adds Reaburn is “incredibly empathetic to students who are struggling with English,” and her efforts help students who have spent years as children traveling back and forth to Mexico and others who have been either home schooled or taught in parochial settings. Nominators note, “She is professional, encouraging and understanding. Students immediately gravitate towards her because she doesn’t judge them if they have to miss a day to look after their younger siblings or pull together as a family to make sausages in late fall. She understands the importance of ‘gatherings’, Spanish radio, spicy salsa and sibling
dynamics. She meets them where they are at and helps them move forward with their school work.” Richard said, “When the Centre Peel program came here, without any question at all, she changed her life plan and came here and continues to work with that particular group of kids weekly as a volunteer.” He added Reaburn “has helped every kid within that program with credits to accumulate toward graduation, so she is 100 per cent part of the team.” Reaburn’s son and daughter attended Norwell and she has strong feelings about the school. “It was a fabulous school for them,” she said. “There’s so many activities and the teachers took a real interest in what they were doing.” Reaburn enjoys interacting with students and the positive feedback she receives from them and is passionate about education. “To me education is so important,” she stated. “Education is freedom. Freedom around the world. Freedom in Canada. Freedom here. And I have the skills to teach.”
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Good news? Stay tuned With what seems like a never-ending flow of disturbing provincial, national and international news flashing across screens and filling airwaves and newspaper pages these days, it’s sometimes important to remind ourselves the news isn’t all bad. While the battle for ratings and eyeballs takes its toll on the amount of time, space, ink and effort devoted to reporting on the good things happening on a planetary scale, local residents can usually take comfort from a quick scan of the Community News pages. This issue, for example, contains reports on three local residents deemed “Everyday Heroes” for their extra efforts on behalf of local schools. Paul Metzger and Linda Reaburn go above and beyond at Norwell District Secondary School, while Amanda Fergus-Moore makes life better for students at Centre Peel Public School. Their stories are on page 3. Former Norwell teacher Robert Logan is encouraging the participation of women in politics through a new award and scholarship in memory of his spouse, Louella Logan, Wellington’s first female county councillor. The good news in that page one story continues in that former county councillor and warden Lynda White, who received the inaugural Louella Logan Award, is directing a $1,500 donation that accompanies it to Get In Touch For Hutch, an important local mental health initiative. Meanwhile, in Mapleton, the local agricultural society is offering two new scholarships to youth looking to pursue a career in agriculture. You can read about that on page 5. Elsewhere in this issue readers will learn: - not only did the Harriston Legion celebrate the longtime organizer of a local musical jamboree, but a new volunteer has stepped up to keep the event, an important revenue generator for the Legion, going in the future; - community members came together once again to raise tons of funds for their local hospital with an amazing gala evening; and - North4Youth is surveying young people from the north Wellington region to look for ways to help them continue to be a part of their community’s future. And that’s just this week. Stay tuned.
North4Youth seeking input on community from young people MINTO - North for Youth is looking to find out what “YOUth” in northern Wellington want. “If you are interested in sharing your ideas on how we can make your community a place that youth love to come home to through exciting events, activities, workshops and other opportunities, then follow @North4Youth on Instagram and let us know,” the organization states. “We want to find out what
youth in Mapleton, Minto, and Wellington North would like to see happen in their communities and the types of things they want to be a part of because their opinions are so important to the future of our towns,” said municipal youth intern Erin Raftis, who is heading up the North4Youth campaign. Local youth are urged to visit @North4Youth and learn how they can enter to win a $50 Amazon gift card.
Flower show - The Harriston Horticultural Society held its annual spring flower show on May 15. The cold wet weather was not very kind to the spring flowers but members were very surprised at the number of entries. ABOVE: Dorelene Anderson and Brenda Ortman with some of their winning entries. ABOVE RIGHT: Speaker for the evening was Telfer Wegg of Neustadt, a well known photographer. He showed photos from Iceland which is roughly the size of Newfoundland, with about 340,000 people and over 1,000 waterfalls. While people usually assumes it is covered in snow and ice most of the year, the temperature in the capital city of Reykjavik is generally warmer than Toronto. RIGHT: A section of daffodils (narcissus) on display in the show. Submitted photos
OPINION: Immigration could solve agriculture labour gap Ontario’s farm workforce is changing. More farmers are retiring, selling their farms or transitioning the business to the next generation. Younger farm faces are making more purchasing and management decisions. And while technology and automation are changing the way many farm businesses operate, Ontario remains Canada’s largest agricultural employer and we rely heavily
on a skilled labour force that is increasingly shrinking. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is a member of the Canadian Agricultural Human Resources Council, another industry organization focussing on human resource issues facing agricultural businesses across Canada. OFA, along with other industry organizations, have been advocating for a strong labour policy to secure a
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skilled labour force for farm and agri-food employers. A study released earlier this month by the Conference Board of Canada (CBoC) supports OFA’s push for a necessary labour policy that would address agricultural labour shortages. The study illustrates the growing work force gap caused by retiring baby boomers and a slowing Canadian birth rate. The CBoC predicts that between 2018 and 2040, 13.4 million workers will exit Canada’s labour force. That number will leave a serious gap with the 11.8 million that are expected to leave Canadian schools to replace those workers. So, what is the answer to our labour problems? The CBoC points to immigration, citing Canada’s net labour force growth of 3.7 million workers, and one-third of the economic growth rate
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between 2018 and 2040 to come from immigration. While OFA supports the principle of providing jobs to Canadians first, foreign labour is also required to fill a significant and everincreasing shortfall in farm labour. OFA supports access to foreign agricultural labour, provided there is a shortage of Canadian workers seeking agricultural employment. The agri-food industry has increasingly relied on immigration and off-shore labour to fill the growing labour shortage on farms and in rural areas of Ontario. OFA will be responding to the Ontario government’s consultation on proposed changes to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program. Changes need to be made to improve the responsiveness of the program to current labour market and employer needs, including supporting regions that do not traditionally see significant levels of immigration, like rural Ontario. OFA has also been advocating for public investments in rural Ontario – infrastructure, lower cost energy in natural gas and reliable, high-speed internet – to realize the growth potential of these communities and make them more attractive to new immigrants. It makes sense – sound investments will build rural communities, attracting new Canadians to live where jobs are available and reduce the strain on the Greater Toronto Area housing crunch. The CBoC’s study provides a snapshot of what Canada’s future labour situation will be. Today’s farmers are already feeling the strain of lower productivity and lost growth opportunities as a result of skilled labour shortages on the farm. OFA will continue to work with all levels of government to improve policies that support a skilled work force in agriculture and prosperous rural communities that will drive economic growth for the province. By Debra Pretty-Straathof, Ontario Federation of Agriculture
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Longtime jamboree organizer Frank Gilbert passing the torch By Patrick Raftis HARRISTON – After 32 years Frank Gilbert is stepping back from his duties as organizer of the popular musical jamborees held regularly at the Harriston Legion branch. From fall to spring, the monthly jamborees continue to draw fans of old-time music in large numbers, as they have for the past three decades. The local jamboree was initiated in the fall of 1987 by Gilbert and local restaurateur Norman “Newt” Lloyd. Frank’s wife, Flo Gilbert, who passed away last August, was also involved in the event from inception. The events were once so popular people came from long distances, some even from across the border in Buffalo, and organizers often had to turn people away. Today they still often draw crowds of 150 or more from a radius of an hour’s drive, from Wiarton to Waterloo. The jamborees, which begin at 1pm, are held on the third Sunday afternoon each month from October to May, with the exception of December. In recognition of Gilbert’s contribution, the music was halted at the May 19 jamboree long enough to cut a cake and pay tribute to the event’s originator. Asked if he originally imagined the event would last this long, Gilbert replied, “I didn’t think I would.” Noting he made many friends through the jamborees over the years, Gilbert
Jamboree organizer - Frank Gilbert was celebrated on May 19 as he stepped back from organizing the old-time music jamborees he helped start at the Harriston Legion branch 32 years ago. From left: past Legion president Terry Fisk, Gilbert, Legion member Judy Tuck. Photos by Patrick Raftis said, “I’ve enjoyed every minute. “You can’t find this kind of music everywhere - and good will - these people are just the best you could find anywhere,” he stated. “You did a great job Frank. Thanks a lot,” said Harriston Legion branch president Ken Reuber. Past Legion president Terry Fisk said the jamborees are among the branch’s major fundraisers. “It takes a lot of work and a lot of money to keep places like this open and Frank’s been contributing for 32
years and helping us keep the doors open and providing you people with the entertainment on your jamboree days,” said Fisk. “Without people like Frank, I can tell you honestly this branch probably wouldn’t be open today.” Fisk noted the jamborees will continue under new organizer Laverne Ferguson. “I would ask that you continue to support Laverne and the musicians and keep coming,” Fisk urged. For information contact the branch at 519-338-2843 or legion296@wightman.ca.
Scholarship announced - The Drayton Mapleton Agricultural Society is offering two $1,000 scholarships for Mapleton high school students pursuing post-secondary education in an agricultural program in the fall of 2019. Involvement in community agriculture activities, such as these students participating in the 4-H calf show at the 2018 Drayton Fair, is among the criteria. Submitted photo
Agricultural society offering two new $1,000 scholarships and that will in turn help to ensure a healthy future for agriculture,” officials state. For information or to download a scholarship application, email draytonfair@hotmail.com or visit the guidance department of a local high school. Applications are due by June 30.
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By Rev. Calvin Brown
One foot raised It was often heard said when I was young that certain people who were religiously inclined were considered so heavenly minded they were no earthly good. It is true that it is possible to understand faith to be a negation of worldly concerns and pleasures but that is a distortion of what God intended. In fact the opposite is biblical teaching. To be heavenly minded
best suits you to live a life now on Earth that flourishes because to be heavenly focused puts everything in perspective and frees you from worldly cares that rob joy and brings fears that can overwhelm us or drive us from legitimate pleasures derived from God’s creation. John Calvin taught that we ought to learn to have one foot raised to take our departure when it shall please God. This advice was given to believers whose lives were threatened by martyrdom for the faith. It is good advice
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL 2019-17 CANINE CONTROL SERVICES The Corporation of the Township of Mapleton is seeking proposals from qualified Contractors to provide canine control services and will be designated under By-law. The Contractor must provide all related functions in accordance with Bylaw 2019-034, as amended from time to time, as well as the Municipal Act, 2001. The Township requires that all dogs residing in the Township of Mapleton be licensed (issued a dog tag) annually. This contract is for a three-year term with potential for two, one-year extensions commencing from the day the contract is awarded and designated under a respective by-law. The Contractor will be under the direct supervision of the Township of Mapleton Chief Building Official or designate. Proposal packages can be obtained by contacting Aly Cripps, acripps@mapleton.ca or in person at the reception desk. Closing date for the acceptance of proposals is Friday June 21, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. Proposals may be returned in an envelope clearly marked Canine Control Proposal prior to the closing date. Lowest or any proposal will not necessarily be accepted. Patty Wright, CBCO, CPSO Chief Building Official
for whatever our condition in this world because it is the truth that sets us free as Jesus taught his disciples. Try living this week with one foot raised and see the freedom you gain. Live for heaven and enjoy your time on Earth knowing even that worst of times is only transient so we can afford to be faithful for the great prize that awaits us when we take the second step beginning with the one foot raised. You will discover your life is better served as you seek to bring glory to God and love your neighbour as yourself. When we live with one foot raised we are living in the full reality of life. All of life in this world is transient and passing. As one wag put it “ I’ve never seen a hearse pulling a trailer.” We cannot take it with us when we go. For those who do not have any belief in an after life I can’t imagine what is the source of hope or peace to lead us to live confidently, trusting
that life has meaning and purpose and a future. The Angus Reid poll says that almost six in 10 Canadians believe that there is a heaven. I do understand the life and peace a person of faith has. If, as the majority of Canadians believe, there is an afterlife and all that we have here is transient then a significant part of this life will be spent preparing for the next life but we will recognize that the best preparation is to live well in this life praying that God’s will will be done on earth as it is in heaven. This preparation will be a joy because it is something that will last throughout eternity while we recognize all that we do for this world is only transient at best. Living in this reality has several benefits but I will share just one. As a recent book put it don’t sweat the small stuff and then adds a rider that says: It’s all small stuff !
Of course while the worldly focus is small stuff it isn’t all small stuff we deal with when we look beyond the limitations of this world only. Looking to heaven gives us a perspective that reminds us that we often are too focused and concerned about things that tomorrow we will realize won’t matter at all. Only a few things have lasting value and they relate to what is yet to come. There’s a story of one woman who told her minister that when she died she wanted an open casket and she also asked he put a fork in her hand. When the minister asked why the fork she replied that he was to tell people who asked that at church suppers they were often asked to keep their forks after the main course so they could have if for the best part – dessert. The fork is a reminder that the “ best is yet to come.” Hebrews 13:14 in the bible tells us this saying: “Here on earth we have no lasting city, but we seek the
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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE MAPLETON ZONING BY-LAW AND NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION ZBA 2019-07 TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Mapleton has received a complete application to consider a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-80, pursuant to Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended. PUBLIC MEETING Mapleton Council will consider this application at their meeting scheduled for:
Thursday, June 13, 2019 at 7:00 pm
Mapleton Township Municipal Offices, Council Chambers, 7275 Sideroad 16 Location of the Subject Land The property subject to the proposed amendment is legally described as Part Lot 5, Concession 1 (Maryborough), with a civic address of 8521 Wellington Rd 86. The property is approximately 1.64 ha (4.1 ac) in size and the location is shown on the map below.
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The Purpose and Effect of the Application The purpose and effect of the proposed amendment is to rezone the subject lands to permit a 292.6 m2 (3150 ft2) accessory building/hobby barn on the subject property. The applicants are proposing to replace the existing 234.1 m2 (2520 ft2) metal clad shed with a proposed 292.6 m2 (3150 ft2) structure to be used for personal storage and a hobby barn. The property is currently zoned Agricultural Exception (A-31.295) which permits off season storage facility use in addition to the uses permitted in the Agricultural zone. The subject property is occupied by a single detached dwelling, shed (to be removed and replaced), and bank barn (restricted from housing livestock). Additional relief may be considered at this meeting.
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BY-LAW AMENDMENTS Notice is also hereby given that By-law Amendments will be presented for confirmation and approval at this Annual Meeting. Copies of the By-law and Amendments are available for inspection prior to the meeting at the Administration Office during normal business hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Power of the Tribunal to Dismiss Appeals If a person or public body would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of the Council of the Township of Mapleton to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal but the person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Township of Mapleton before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision. If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the Township of Mapleton before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so. Request for Notice of Decision If you wish to be notified of the decision in respect of the proposed Township of Mapleton Zoning By-law Amendment, you must make a written request to the Clerk. Additional Information The application and any additional information is available to the public for inspection at the Township of Mapleton Municipal Office during office hours. O. Reg. 470/09, s. 2: 179/16, s. 2
city that is to come.” John Calvin said we should keep this in mind as we go through life as pilgrims in good times and bad: “whenever, therefore, we are driven from place to place (refugees), or whenever any change happens to us let us think of what the Apostle teaches, that we have no certain abode on earth for heaven is our inheritance; and when more and more tried, let us ever prepare ourselves for our last end; for they who enjoy a very quiet life commonly imagine that they have a rest in this world; it is hence profitable for us, who are prone to this kind of sloth to be often tossed here and there, that we who are too much inclined to look on things below, may learn to turn our eyes to heaven.” Jesus also taught his disciples to Seek first the kingdom of God and righteousness and all the things we need on earth God will provide.
Structural grants approved under CIP in Minto By Patrick Raftis MINTO – Town council has approved structural grants worth a total of $30,000 for three local businesses under the municipality’s Community Improvement Program (CIP). At the May 21 meeting council approved a $1,500 grant for April and Greg Desaulniers, owners of the former Rural Spoon Restaurant property on James Street in Palmerston. “Since the restaurant moved locations and then changed ownership, the Desaulniers have been looking for alternative uses for their James Street property,” notes a report from business and economic manager Belinda Wick-Graham. “In 2018/2019 they made some changes to the building to improve the usability/ rent-ability of the property including energy efficiency upgrades (insulation, windows/doors) and electrical upgrades. The space now has a more usable commercial rental unit and continues to provide much needed rental accommodations.” The eligible project costs total $15,811. Council also approved a $12,327 grant for Glen and Jennifer Hall, who recently purchased an Elora Street building with the intent of moving their business (OSIM Interactive) into the location. The existing building had a three bedroom up unit apartment which is being upgraded; an additional two bedroom apartment is being added on the main floor at the rear of the building. “With the shortage of rental housing this is a great initiative,” notes WickGraham in her report. Eligible elements of the SEE CIP » 8
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up assessment, and ultimately generate more tax dollars. “That’s kind of what’s in it for us in the long term is increased assessment,” he explained. Mayor George Bridge pointed out the program also allows the town to fill a need for both commercial and residential spaces. Bridge said the Palmerston Main Street project, for example, resulted in “Four units rented upstairs (by employees of) one of our local manufacturers … which is one of our big concerns we have from our manufacturers - there’s just no place for people to rent.” “I think it’s important to note that for 10 years downtown revitalization has been a priority, the community has set it as a priority, and without this program you would not see these buildings being redone,” said WickGraham. “Now we’re going to be able to bring businesses into downtown, whereas in Palmerston we couldn’t because there was nowhere to put people because the buildings were in such bad shape.” “The buildings were almost condemned,” agreed Bridge.
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