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Equipment donation - A dry sprinkler powder aerosol extinguisher was donated to the Mapleton Fire Department by township resident Cal Deen, who used his $1,000 winnings from the Mapleton firefighters’ calendar draw to make the donation to the organization. A relatively new product, the one-time-use extinguisher uses dry chemicals to extinguish fires in areas like basements, saving firefighters considerable time, reducing necessary manpower and saving lives. “I appreciate all the work the firefighters do in the township and am happy to give back,� Deen said. From left: Sparky the fire dog, Deen, deputy fire chief Daryl Broadhaecker and fire chief Rick Richardson at the firefighters’ breakfast on Oct. 17 at the Drayton fire station. photo by Caroline Sealey
Mapleton to price recording equipment by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - During 2016 budget deliberations council here will consider the cost of equipment to make video recordings of council meetings and post them online. Council approved a motion from councillor Michael Martin requesting a report providing options for the costs associated with the acquisition and installation of an audio/video system that would allow the recording of all public meetings of council and allow them to be posted online via the Mapleton Township website. Acting CAO Brad
McRoberts asked if, in addition to posting recorded meetings after the fact, council wanted to consider equipment capable of live-streaming the meetings. McRoberts said he needs to know if council is “looking for a Cadillac or a Pinto.� “My preference would obviously be that we do it well or we don’t do it at all,� said Martin. Treasurer Yufang Du pointed out when the current council chamber audio system was installed the township was advised it could be upgraded. She suggested the company, London-based Dynamix be
Hospital governance integration committee agrees on key issues WELLINGTON COUNTY - A joint steering committee on local hospital integration has reached preliminary agreement on a number of topics. Following a third meeting on Oct. 14, the board chairs of Groves Memorial Community Hospital and North Wellington Health Care (NWHC) announced they “continued to make significant progress� in discussions and have come to preliminary agreement on: - the composition and size of a joint executive committee and sub-committees; - the authority that would be delegated by hospital boards to the joint executive committee as well as the authority for certain duties that would be retained by hospital boards;
- decision making processes at the joint executive committee level; and - a dispute resolution process. “We have reached a point in our discussions where we have instructed our legal counsel to develop a draft memorandum of understanding that will outline our agreements reached to date and define how our two organizations wish to work together to best serve the residents of our communities,� states a joint press release from Groves chair Howard Dobson and NWHC chair Tom Sullivan. The draft memorandum will be reviewed by the joint steering committee on Oct. 28, the Continued on page 5 Main St. W. Palmerston
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approached about enhancements. Council approved the purchase of a $14,717 sound system from Dynamix in October of 2014. “Suffice it to say staff will bring back a report,� said McRoberts. The motion passed without opposition. Council meetings are broadcast on community channels by local cable companies in many communities around Ontario. In Wellington County, only the Town of Minto currently records meetings, which are posted on the township’s website and through YouTube.
by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - Mapleton council has decided the township won’t be pursing the idea of controlling cats though a bylaw at this time. “I think trying to regulate cats is like herding them - good luck,� said councillor Marlene Ottens as council discussed a letter from local resident Alan Beeney at the Oct. 13 meeting. In his letter, Beeney stated, “I feel that Mapleton council should implement a cat bylaw similar to the existing dog bylaw. Cats are roaming around in every residential area doing what cats do, digging and excreting in flower beds, gardens and on lawns, preying on birds at bird feeder stations, etc.� Beeney also stated that toxoplasma gondii, a parasite contained in cat feces, is a public health concern. “The dog bylaw works well so why not apply these regulations to the cat problem. After all, why are you discriminating against dog owners? Incidentally, I am not a dog owner. Some municipalities do have cat bylaws, Barrie and London, for example,� Beeney added. Noting, “We currently do not have any kind of cat bylaw,� councillor Lori Woodham said
the idea “is definitely something I would like to see us take a look at.� Woodham said some townships are simply implementing “animal� control bylaws without specifying dogs or cats. “Perhaps if you just change the name to animal control and we could come up with a number (to limit cats in a household)?� “I just caution you about reacting to one letter from one person regarding a specific issue,� said acting CAO Brad McRoberts. “We can’t have a knee-jerk reaction to one person, one citizen complaint .... you might want to get a bit of a sense of what the general public feels. You could start moving down this path and then you end up with a roomful of people in here totally opposed to this (regulating cats).� “I’m hearing two sides,� said Mayor Neil Driscoll, noting while some council members want to consider the idea, “others are saying ‘Let’s forget about it.’� “I would be on the let’s-forget-about-it side,� said councillor Michael Martin, who asked if Mapleton’s bylaw officer deals strictly with dogs or if other animal control issues are part of the mandate.
“In a municipality like this, I think if we sent (bylaw officer Maurita Boyle) out to get some cats, where do we go with them?� said chief building official Patty Wright. “We don’t have any facilities for cats,� RV parking concerns Beeney’s letter also asked council to debate the parking of recreational vehicles such as trailers, mobile homes and fifth wheels, in residential areas. “Most of these units are quite large and parked in driveways at the front of the house. They deter from the aesthetics of the neighbourhood. I suggest these large units should be stored off-property, or at least behind or beside the house so when one drives down the street it doesn’t look like a trailer park and the beauty of the landscaped front yards are visible to all (and besides we are not paying trailer park taxes),� Beeney wrote. McRoberts said Beeney’s concerns were the first he has heard on this topic. Wright pointed out Mapleton’s zoning bylaw regulates the parking of recreational and commercial vehicles in the township. A motion to receive the letter for information passed unopposed.
Municipal office renovation tenders approved MAPLETON - The township will spend just under $22,000 for renovations and furnishings for the municipal administration centre basement. At the recommendation of CBO Patty Wright at the Oct.
13 meeting, council awarded the project to Mackey Design and Build of Moorefield for $19,702, the lowest of three bids submitted. Staff was also authorized to purchase $1,579 worth of office furniture from
K.A. Hammond and Co. of Moorefield. Wright explained the project includes the creation of two washrooms and office space that will be used by building and bylaw enforcement staff.
Nater holds Perth-Wellington as Liberals win majority PERTH-WELLINGTON - This riding remained true Tory blue even as a wave of Liberal red flowed across the country. Conservative John Nater received 22,255 votes, 43 per cent of the total, to win the riding seat in the Oct. 19 federal election. Liberal Stephen McCotter finished second with 19,420 votes (37%). In third place was NDP candidate Ethan Rabidoux, who picked up 15% of the vote, with a total of 7,756. The Green Party’s Nicole Ramsdale garnered 3% of the vote, with 1,347 ballots cast in her favour. Irma DeVries of the Christian Heritage Party received 794 votes (2%), while independent candidate Roger Fuhr garnered less than 1%, with 217 votes. Locally, voter turnout was reported at just over 68%, with a total of 51,789 casting
Nater wins - The campaign team of Conservative John Nater, who was elected as MP for Perth-Wellington on Oct. 19, knocked on its 30,000th door at Arthur resident Ethel McEwen’s home during the final days of campaigning on Oct. 14. From left: WellingtonHalton Hills MPP Ted Arnott, McEwen, Nater and Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece. submitted photo ballots, out of 76,097 PerthWellington voters registered prior to election day. Nater becomes the sec-
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Drayton skating club to host Weskate competition during 40th anniversary season DRAYTON - The Drayton and District Skating Club is celebrating 40 years on the ice. The club was formed in 1974-75 and sanctioned by Skate Canada the following year. The club originally operated out of the Drayton Arena on Elm Street. After the Drayton Arena was condemned, the club sat idle until they christened the ice pad of the PMD Arena Complex on Main Street. Although the club is entering its 42nd year of operation, the current board has decided to celebrate 40 years as a Skate Canada-sanctioned club. In the glory years the club was home to a precision team and about 130 skaters per season. In the last decade or so the
Skilled skaters - Drayton and District Skating Club junior skaters practicing their skills, from left: Evan Hills, Amy Cosens and Brooke Culp. submitted photo
club maintains 80 to 100 skaters annually, making it a large rural club by Skate Canada’s standards.
Organizers note the cub has some exciting events planned to celebrate the milestone. The first will be a huge
birthday party on ice on Oct. 29 during the Canskate session. The skating club is very active and respected in their area of the Central Ontario Section of Skate Canada and one of the highlights of the season will be hosting the Weskate Area Competition Jan. 30 and 31. Over 400 skaters will attend this prestigious event from clubs as far away as Kincardine and as close as Arthur. Approximately 15 neighbouring clubs will descend on the township’s arena and compete to be the best of the best. The club has formed an organizing committee for this event and will be approaching local businesses and community clubs for sponsorship opportunities.
Drayton outscores Community in church league play FLORADALE 7 BETHEL 0 Floradale took an early lead with two unanswered goals in the first period. Braeden Gingrich took a pass from behind the net and rifled a shot into the high corner, assisted by Gary Martin and Corey Wideman. Minutes later, Wideman made it 2-0, assisted by Willis Martin. Floradale added another pair of goals in the second. Josh Brohman pinched in to finish a scramble at the net with a slap shot goal and Wideman knifed the puck into the top corner with a back handed shot for the other goal. Wideman’s goal was unassisted. Brohman was assisted by Nick and Willis Martin. Floradale added a power play goal to start off the third. Willis Martin and Corey Wideman set up Brohman in front of the net. Brohman whistled the puck over the goalten-
ders glove for the goal. Floradale added two more goals late in the game. Brohman scored his third for the hat trick, and Gingrich scored the final goal. Assisted by Nick Martin and Willis Martin. Jason Newton faced nine shots in net to record his shut out. DRAYTON 5 COMMUNITY 2 A busy first period had Drayton take a two goal lead before Community struck back for one. Jason Mohle opened the game for Drayton by tucking the puck into the short side, assisted by Eric Decker and Rob DeWeerd. Joe Heenan skated a loose puck across the blue line and snapped a wrist shot into the top corner for an unassisted goal. Community responded late in the period. Jeff Horst took a loose puck along the blue line and blasted a screened shot
over the glove of the goaltender. Drayton strengthened the lead in the second period with a short handed goal. A stretch pass by Brandon Rumph sent Decker down the right side. Decker rang the puck under the crossbar with a wrist shot. Drayton added another in the final minute of the period. A wrist shot from the right face-off circle by Herman Mulder beat the net minder on the blocker side, assisted by Heenan and Chad Reinders. Community came back for a short handed goal late in the game. Cal Martin sprang John Horst loose with the puck along the right side boards. Horst blasted a shot over the glove of the netminder for the final goal of the game. MISSIONARY 5 LISTOWEL 4 Missionary opened the game with a goal in the first minute of play. Dylan and
Curtis Bults fed the puck to Nathan Rhame pinching in over the blue line. Rhame blasted the puck to the back of the net for the goal. Listowel tied the game with a power play. Ray Jantzi and Brandon Wagler set up Mike Metzger for a wrist shot into the short side corner. Missionary regained the lead before the period ended. Tom Chambers snapped the puck into the high corner for the goal, assisted by Dave Scholten and Dave Arndt. With each team short handed, Missionary used the fouron-four situation to add a goal in the second period. Dave Scholten slipped a pass across to Rich Colwill who tipped the puck into the open corner. The third period supplied plenty of entertainment. Colwill stole a puck and snapped a rising shot into the top corner to Continued on page 8
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Mapleton Historical Society hears presentation on 100 years of 4-H from Rob Black by Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - Guest speaker Rob Black, shared his passion for 4-H at the Oct. 5 meeting of the Mapleton Historical Society. Over 20 people were in attendance at the United Church in Drayton to hear Black speak. “I wouldn’t be where I am today without 4-H. It has made me a better person,” Black said. Black has been involved with the organization for 41 years, beginning as a member of the Beef Club in the 1970s. He has held numerous positions including a club leader in Perth County. He’s also a parent of members in Wellington County. Black also was executive director of 4-H Ontario and president of the Canadian 4-H Council. In June 2012, Black was the recipient of a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in recognition of his contribution to the 4-H program across Canada. Black and two of his children remain actively involved in the organization today. A show of hands determined that over 90 per cent of the attendees were involved with 4-H at some point in their
Rob Black, left, chats with Floyd Schieck of Drayton following a presentation to the Mapleton Historical Society on Oct. 5. Black shared 100 years of 4-H history at the gathering. photo by Caroline Sealey
lives. One society member shared memories of the daunting task of keeping 4-H record books. Another ran a gardening
club for 18 years and a third got into the poultry business because of her involvement with the organization. Over
two million Canadian’s lives have been enriched by the program since its inception. The first meeting of the Boys and Girls Club, which was made up of 30 boys, took place in January, 1915. Waterloo resident Stanley Knapp’s vision of teaching agriculture to the next generation was realized with this first meeting in the Elmira area. By 1930, sewing clubs were instituted for girls. In 1952 the name Boys and Girls Club was changed to 4-H. The Women’s Institute played a role in the formation of 4-H homemaking clubs. “Learn to do by doing”, the 4-H motto, was created in 1952 as the result of a contest held across Canada. Agricultural representatives led clubs in the late 1950s and early 1960s. A leaders association formed shortly after with project books created and guides available for leaders. Popular clubs from 1950 to 1970 included livestock, rabbits, bees, tobacco, onions, grapes, farm safety and automotive. By the mid1960s exchanges began within Canada and in other parts of
Seniors programs include speakers on fall prevention DRAYTON - Adults are being encouraged to take steps to reduce the risk of injury from a fall. That’s why the Seniors’ Centre for Excellence is participating in Ontario’s first Fall Prevention Month this November. Falls are a serious issue for older adults. An estimated one in three older adults fall each year. In 2010, falls were responsible for the most injuryrelated deaths in Ontario and cost the provincial economy $2.8 billion. Falls can disable, cause mental distress, and may result in a loss of independence. In example, the centre offers Beth’s story: It was a Friday evening and I went to the theatre. It was quite dark, a result of poor lighting. I did not notice the wheelchair ramp in the middle of the back row, and I tripped over it. We went to the emergency room and had an x-ray and found out my leg was broken. My daughter was ill at the time and was trying to help
me. My commode had to be emptied every day and it was embarrassing to have my family and friends do this for me. I was used to doing everything for myself and having my independence. Falls can be painful, expensive, life changing and limiting. They happen in a split second and can change your lifestyle for the future. The good news, state seniors centre officials, is that falls are preventable. During Fall Prevention Month, the Seniors’ Centre for Excellence is helping older adults to see their role in preventing falls. “Each person can take simple and effective steps to prevent a fall; the challenge is to understand the risks, and then put risk prevention strategies into action.” Speaker schedule During November, the centre’s dining programs, which include lunch for $6 per person, will feature a vareity of speakers on the topic of fall prevention, participants are asked to call to register to
ensure enough food is prepared for everyone. - On Nov. 2 at 12 pm at Drayton Reformed Church, pharmacist Robin Brown will discuss the role medications can play in causing falls and common medications that can increase your falls risk; - On Nov. 18 at 12pm at Palmerston United Church geriatric emergency management nurse (GEM) Lori Woestenenk will be discussing falls prevention, as well as sharing experiences in her role as a GEM Nurse at Palmerston District Hospital; - On Nov. 20 at 12pm at the Clifford United Church MintoMapleton Family Health Team health promoter Sandy Turner will discuss falls prevention and share simple exercises that can reduce your risk of a fall; - On Nov. 25 at 12pm at the Harriston Legion, Robin Smart from the Waterloo Wellington Alzheimer’s Society will talk about the relationship between falls risk and dementia; and - On Nov. 26 at 12pm
the world. 4-H Canada had 90,000 members across Canada in 1960. The number stands at 25,000 in 2015. Ontario currently has 5,800 members and 1,800 volunteers. The 4-H pledge is still used in 2015: My head to clearer thinking My heart to greater loyalty My hands to larger service My health to better living For my club, my community, my country. Wellington County 4-H began in 1917 with the cooperation of the Department of Agriculture in Arthur. The Home Garden Contest attracted 25 children aged 12 to 15. The Erin Potato Club formed in 1920 and the Minto/ Maryborough Livestock Club in 1928. Rockwood hosted its first Sheep Club in 1932. 4-H is open to children aged 9 to 21 with the Clover Buds program suited to ages 6 to 8 from rural and non-rural backgrounds. Members develop skills and training in citizenship, leadership, co-operation collaboration, responsibility, independence, public speaking, entrepreneurship, life skills, team building and financial management. The Beef Club is one of the longest running clubs. Over 100 clubs are in existence today, ranging from the
traditional clubs to science and technology, nutrition and outdoor living. Leadership camps allow young people to develop leadership and public speaking skills. Volunteers appreciate the program’s quality and the opportunity to give back to the next generation. The ambassador program involves the popular Go for the Gold Competition. Youth exchanges exist between Ontario and other clubs across Canada. “ Even with the age of technology and the dwindling rural population that exists today, the future of 4-H is bright.” Black said. “Young people need to belong.” The organization has plans to maintain and grow membership. Membership will be available to children aged 6 to 25. An awareness and promotion campaign, reaching out beyond rural members to suburban/urban membership and an increase in projects and opportunities are all part of 4-H’s growth plan. Black said, “4-H teaches skills that go beyond the farm gate. Friendships made continue into adulthood. We are like family. I know I’ve said it before but I want to reinforce that I would not be where I am today, without 4-H.”
at Arthur United Church Pedorthis Bob Witte owner of Fit to Walk Orthotics Footwear, Fergus, will explain the importance of proper footwear in falls prevention. Local walking groups are launching during the month October 27, 28, 29 | 2-9 pm of November, they take place in the communities of 65 John Street, Drayton Drayton, Arthur, Harriston Living Books, Usborne Books and Palmerston at their respecLots of new titles available tive arenas. Exercise plays 519-594-0928, laurieslibrary@netscape.net a key role in fall prevention and the community halls at Do your Christmas shopping early these arenas offer the perfect venue for safe, indoor walking. Participants are asked to bring j Gz G Gk a pair of clean, indoor walking Located shoes. Every fitness level is in Drayton welcome. Call the centre for specific details. For more information about the centre for excellence, the walking groups, to register for h Gs Gj dining programs, or to request j aG\X`T[`]T\]W^ to be added to the mailing list l aG g U MODEL SUITES NOW OPEN contact: seniors health services ~ aG aVV U Drop by for a tour Tuesdays & Saturdays coordinator Helen Edwards, at 519-638-1000, hedwards@ 12:30pm-4:30pm. 519-496-5607. mapleton.ca or visit www. mapleton.ca.
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Wedge politics backfires In the aftermath of the just-completed federal election campaign that resulted in a Liberal majority government, one particular element of the campaign stands out as representative of the depths to which the debate often descended. During the latter stages, the Conservatives latched onto the divisive niqab “issue” as one they hoped would resonate with their base. And, while the Conservatives stance against allowing the veils to be worn during citizenship ceremonies was supported by 82 per cent of Canadians (according to a national poll), there were no polls showing how many of those supporters actually understood applicants are required to show their face for identification purposes prior to the ceremony. Regardless, the issue appears to have impacted the election in a way the Tories seem not to have anticipated. Support for the NDP in Quebec, where 92% of the population favoured the niqab ban, evaporated after party leader Tom Mulcair loudly opposed the idea of a ban. On election night, Quebec voters, who elected 59 NDP candidates in 2011, supported only 10 New Democrats. The former NDP votes appear to have gone largely to the Liberals, who were elected in 45 Quebec ridings, after almost disappearing from the province four years ago. Had the NDP held onto even a third of the seats that went Liberal, the Grits would have been denied the majority that effectively forced Prime Minister Stephen Harper from office. It would appear that launching that particular wedge issue backfired on its proponents in fairly spectacular fashion. It’s unlikely any campaign strategists will remember the lesson when the next federal candidates hit the hustings. However, if a few do, perhaps parties can focus more on issues that matter than on those that simply inflame. Patrick Raftis
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RAKING LEAVES The Township of Mapleton reminds all residents that raking leaves onto a public roadway has the potential to create dangerous driving and walking conditions and block stormwater catchbasins causing flooding and property damage. Please, compost or mulch your leaves – return nutrients to the soil and help keep leaves out of County landfill sites. Let’s work together to keep Mapleton safe and healthy.
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE PROVISION: WATER OPERATION BYLAW AND TO SET FEES AND CHARGES TAKE NOTICE the Council of the Corporation of The Township of Mapleton intends to add Fees and Charges for Water and Wastewater Services at the November 10, 2015 Council Meeting. These new fees and charges are necessary as a result of implementation of a new water operations bylaw. A copy of the proposed fees and charges was included in Public Works Report PW2015-37. This approved report is available by contacting the Township Office or on the Township web-site as part of the October 13, 2015 Council Meeting Agenda. The water operation by-law included in the report was approved in principle at the October 13, 2015 meeting. The Amending Fees and Charges By-law and the Water Operations Bylaw will be made available by Friday, October 30, 2015 or earlier without charge from the Township of Mapleton Administrative Office located at 7275 Sideroad 16 during normal office hours. Alternatively, the by-laws may be viewed on the Township web-site (www.mapleton.ca). INTERESTED PERSONS: At the public meeting any person who attends the meeting has an opportunity to make representation with respect to this matter, provided they have notified the Deputy Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 in order that the delegation will appear on the public meeting agenda. Any written submissions received will be part of the November 10, 2015 Public Meeting agenda. DATED at the Township of Mapleton this 19th day of October, 2015. Barb Schellenberger, Deputy Clerk
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Letters to the Editor ‘Join the movement’ Dear Editor: Our thanks to everyone who attended the blood donor clinic on Sept. 28 in Drayton, where we collected 48 units. Your generosity will help many patients in need. We look forward to welcoming even more donors out at the next clinic on Nov. 30 at the Community Christian School from 3:30 to 7:30pm to meet our target of 58 units. Join the movement! You have the power to give life. Thanks again, and see you next time! Sharr Cairns, Canadian Blood Services Wildlife loss worrisome Dear Editor: RE: The letter from E. Barry Bruyea, Sept. 18. We too have noticed a big decline in the wildlife in our area. We are one mile north of Alma on Wellington Road 7. We have been here just over 40 years and a few things have changed but not that much that
it should affect the wildlife to the point at which it is now. This road is busier and a handful of houses have been built down the sideroad. When we moved here it was grasslandmeadow, very conducive to eastern and western meadowlarks and birds that like nesting in grass. The conservation authority had planted 20 acres in evergreen seedlings which grew quickly and within three or four years we saw no more meadowlarks. We were members of Feederwatch but after a number of years we finally stopped as there was nothing to report on. The vast number of birds that we used to feed had just gone. Two years ago it was nothing to see six or seven grey squirrels, seven or eight black ones and little reds darting around our backyard. They cleaned up the seed spilled from the feeders. This past summer we have had one black and one red squirrel. Continued on next page
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IMPORTANT DATES
Friday, October 23, 2015
1:00pm Special Meeting of Council (Open Council Meeting to discuss Council Evaluation Survey) Tuesday, October 27, 2015 9:00am Regular Meeting of Council. NOTE: New start time. Closed Session at 9 AM, Regular Council at 1 PM Tuesday, November 10, 2015 7:00pm Regular Meeting of Council
The Community News, Friday, October 23, 2015 PAGE FIVE
MAPLETON MUSINGS Column courtesy of Mapleton Historical Society
Elections At elections, whether to electing a candidate to represent us and our community in federal, provincial or municipal government, each citizen of Canada upon reaching the age of 18 has the right to vote by secret ballot for the candidate of their choice. Even before Confederation in 1867 there were laws, adapted from British law, setting out the regulations and procedures for the general governing of Upper and Lower Canada. The nominations of eligible candidates and the procedures for their elections were included. In a Magistrate’s Manual, published in 1851, one can find
information on the Criminal Law of Canada the Provincial Law of Upper Canada. Under the section on elections there is a long list of persons declared to be disqualified from being members of the Parliament of Upper Canada. Judges, justices, clerks and employees of the courts and others that were employed at government institutions such as jails, lunatic asylums and hospitals. To be eligible to vote or hold office one must be male, 21 years of age, a natural born subject or naturalized by the British Parliament, a land owner or a tenant that had paid yearly rent of 10 L. or upwards
and had been a resident in the electoral district for 12 months previous to the date of the writ of summons for the election. The Returning Officer was required to “proceed to the hustings at the time and place appointed, (in the open air) and shall make proclamation and read the writ of elections and his commission, and shall then require the electors present to name candidates, and if no poll be demanded (only one candidate nominated) the election shall be closed and the member proclaimed.” The polls were to be in some building, except a tavern or place of public entertainment that gave free access to
every elector. Polls were to be “open six days at least and not more than ten from 9 o’clock in the forenoon until five in the afternoon of each day.” If Sunday or certain feast days fell within the days declared, the polls were closed that day and reopened the following day. An elector gave his vote, verbally, to the Poll Clerk who recorded the vote in his poll book. Not a private procedure at all. When the poll closed the Poll Clerk returned the poll book to the Returning Officer who after checking the book in the presence of the electors, openly proclaimed as duly elected the person having the
majority of the total number of votes. Special Constables were sworn in by the Returning Officer to keep the peace. Often electors were bribed or disputes between supporters of opposing candidates involved arms and other weapons, such as clubs. There are tales of fisticuffs and shootings at elections in the township. The Returning Officer or his Constable could demand the surrender of arms or other weapons carried to the poll. Any person refusing could
be charged and fined or imprisoned for up to three months. There have been many changes to election laws since those early days. Today any Canadian citizen 18 years of age regardless of gender has the right to vote. The regulations and systems in place ensure the right to privacy and an accessible polling place and the only police presence at the poll might be an officer voting on the way home from work. submitted by Jean Campbell
Letter: What’s with lack of wildlife across the region? FROM PREVIOUS PAGE From six rabbits at one time to none. It could be due to coyotes, I don’t know. No crows this year either. There were at least 100 last summer. Years ago, there were two different owls living in the mixed bush to one side of our property, and they kept the number of crows in check at about a dozen. But the owls have gone and the crows increased until this year. Now there are none. We only have a few odd birds at the feeders now. Has anyone noticed the absence of moths this year? We used to have lots on our window screens at night but none this year. We’ve seen only two bumble bees and six or seven honey bees when before we would be “abuzz” with bees on early flowers. I have seen one orange butterfly which I don’t think was a monarch, and either one white cabbage butterfly on eight successive days or eight cabbage butterflies. So it isn’t just Bruyea’s area that is being affected. It would be interesting to know how large an area it is - just small pockets or all of Wellington County or even larger. Something is happening and we certainly don’t like it. A. Marie Burkitt RR 1, Alma
Committee makes strides on integration FROM PAGE ONE release states. Once the joint steering committee members are satisfied with the contents of the memorandum, the document will be presented to and discussed indepth with both hospital boards in mid-November. Both boards will have the opportunity to review, provide feedback and consider the memorandum for approval. “We are confident that the direction we have jointly developed that will form the basis of our [memorandum] will bring stability to an integrated governance structure for North Wellington Health Care and Groves Memorial Community Hospital,” the chairs state.
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EXCAVATING Grocers lauded - Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers CEO Tom Barlow, left, presents a 50-year recognition award to members of the L&M team, from left: Drayton Food Market President Debra Ramage, L&M founder Merlen Kropf, his wife and company secretary/treasurer Doreen Kropf, Jason Prieb of Dundalk Foodland, L&M president Dale Kropf, Bruce Armstrong of Durham L&M, Wilmer Kruisselbrink of Elora L&M and Daryll Cameron of Harriston L&M. submitted photo
Grocers celebrate golden anniversary TORONTO - The 50th anniversary of locally-based L&M Food Markets was recognized at the 53rd annual Canadian Independent Grocery Store of the Year awards ceremony on Sept. 29. The local company was one of three recognized for longevity. “These grocers have achieved a remarkable longevity by adapting to changing times, innovating and focussing on their customers’ needs,” states a press release from the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers (CFIG). L&M Food Markets originated in 1965. Merlen Kropf and Leon Bursynski had purchased the former Steinbergs store in Fergus. The purchase was financed by a $15,000 no-interest loan from Steinbergs. Kropf said that when the loan came due they weren’t able to pay it
off, and wrote Steinbergs to let them know. They never responded, but business picked up, and L&M was eventually able to repay the loan. In fact, business improved to the point that, in 1968, the company was able to expand to Arthur and Elora. In 1970 Kropf bought out Bursynski, but kept the L&M name, and by 1974, the company had opened three stores (two “shopettes” and one full grocery store) in Mount Forest. Over the next decade L&M expanded into five more markets, and built a new 25,000 square foot flagship store in Fergus. L&M has been part of CFIG for many years. The familyoriented stores have won them a bronze Grocer of the Year award, an Arnold Rands Heritage Award, and Master Merchandiser Award. Kropf is
a life member of CFIG. Today, L&M remains a family business. Merlen’s son Dale owns five L&M stores, and is daughter Debra Ramage owns Drayton Food Market. Merlen Kropf still owns the Dundalk Foodland store, and can be found in the Elora L&M office every day. His wife of 55 years, Doreen, is secretary/ treasurer of the company.
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By Laurie Langdon
Joy on Earth as it is in Heaven Let’s take another look into heaven: - where the atmosphere is charged with songs of thanksgiving and the sound of rejoicing. (Jer. 30:19); - where He wipes every tear from your eyes. (Rev. 21:4); - where with joy you draw water from the wells of salvation and where you declare: “Give praise to the LORD, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done, and proclaim that his
name is exalted. Sing to the LORD, for he has done glorious things; let this be known to the whole world. Shout aloud and sing for joy people of God’s household, for great is the Holy One of Israel among you.” (Isa. 12:3-6); and - where you are in the presence of your supreme example, Jesus, the pioneer and finisher of your faith who, for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. (Heb. 12:2). Heaven is a place where eternal and unqualified joy abounds. And, as God’s kingdom comes and His will is done on your Earth as it is
in Heaven (Mt. 6:10), eternal and unqualified joy abounds there too. Now and there, in your world, you have a pure joy that has been confirmed and perfected by adverse circumstances. The misfortunes and stresses of living are being literally overwhelmed with joy. They have only served to strengthen and enable you to carry out your destiny. What has served to defeat and discourage others has served to set you free and push you to incredible heights. Like an eagle, the very storms which have caused havoc and devastation on the ground have enabled you to spread your wings wide and soar to heights
otherwise impossible. Now and there, in your world, you have a radical and extremely effective joy. It is fuel in your tank when your creative energy is gone. It is your well of life when the grunt and grind of your apparent meager existence fades. It is in the cry of your heart when, as the nails are driven into your hands and feet and you are lifted on a cross into the sky and as you are about to breathe your last breath, you scream, “Bring it on!” For you know beyond the shadow of any doubt that the life you are now living and giving away is reaping an eternal consequence. Now and there, in your
world, you have such joy because you are free to serve out of your gifting. Your work is a delight simply because it is a release of the energy and gifting planted within you when God regenerated you with his presence. Now and there, in your world, you work and serve, not because you have to, but because you are having fun. This is your Heaven on Earth. The messy world you live in is your playground. Each tedious task has been infused with God’s holy presence and has become unusually appealing. Now and there, in your world, God’s joy is transforming people everywhere. When
you gather with God’s people, a vibrant giddiness fills the air and heartfelt laughter is frequent. When you show up for work, a light enters the room as the faces of your fellow workers brighten. You honor them, revealing their significance and worth. You affirm them, letting them know that they have been created in the image of an incredible God and they are worth more than money can buy. You have turned on their light with a compliment, an affirmation, a smile or just a positive word. God’s joy is in you and it has taken over. Joy has come to your earth, just as it is in heaven.
Drayton writer shares advice with local retired women teachers organization PALMERSTON - “When you write from the heart, you touch hearts.” These words of advice were shared with the Palmerston Branch of Retired
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Members of the branch were given the opportunity at their fall meeting at Knox Presbyterian Church in Palmerston to hear Belec speak about the various aspects of her 20-year writing career. She loves writing short stories and devotions and has written numerous children’s books as well as many articles for the Chicken Soup book series. Belec now has her own small publishing company called Angel Hope and is involved with many groups and organizations in the area.
She is also an official speaker for Ovarian Cancer Canada. Belec, a cancer survivor herself, strives to give a message of hope through her writing. Some of her children’s books such as Mrs. B. Has Cancer have been sent to Sick Children’s Hospital in Toronto. Her latest book, Hopeful Homer imparts a message of “never giving up” and has been illustrated by Mark Mullen of Arthur. Belec spoke briefly of what it takes to become a writer and the trials of having your work
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published. She noted that even some famous books like Harry Potter, The Help and Chicken Soup for the Soul were rejected more than once before they were published. Everyone was moved by a very touching story Belec had written about an elderly lady named Florence, who was living in a nursing home but could not speak because of a stroke. It was this story that helped to launch Belec’s career as a writer when it took first place in a local writing contest. Members had an opportunity to purchase some of Belec’s books after the meeting. A door prize kindly donated by Belec was won by Helen Grainger. President Anne Darroch welcomed everyone to the meeting and introduced members Kathy Watt, Tina Haldenby and Barb Foster who have volunteered for the new activities committee and will be responsible for getting the entertainment at each meeting. Janet Murphy has also volunteered to join the decorating committee. Shirley McKay and Christine Sanderson have been given lifetime memberships with the organization. Draw prizes donated by Tina Haldenby and Marilyn Cherry were won by Lynn Hodgins and Pauline Brown. Three members paid fines for not wearing their pin. Darroch thanked the ladies for donations of children’s board books to be given to the two local hospitals and the Ramoth House in Mount Forest. Reports were given by the various groups. Mildred Francis and Colleen Robertson attended an insurance work-
shop in Cambridge recently. The Walking Club was planning to meet at Sulphur Springs Conservation Area near Hanover on Oct. 13. Lorraine Ballard, goodwill convener, reported two special wedding anniversaries were celebrated this summer with Lynne and Jim Bullock celebrating 50 years of marriage and Dorothy and Glenn Dixon celebrating their 60th. Travel convener Lynn Morrison is in the process of organizing a five-day trip to Washington, D.C. for September 26-30, 2016 and a trip to Stratford Theatre to see A Chorus Line next year. The Retired Teachers of Ontario (RTO/ERO) luncheon and craft sale is being held at the Fergus Community Sportsplex on Oct. 29 with entertainment by the “Slide by Slide” quartet. Janice Benson encouraged everyone to attend a concert on Oct. 18 at the Mount Forest United Church to support their efforts in bringing a Syrian refugee family to Mount Forest. Mary Jean Hartwig announced a cookbook is being produced as a fundraiser in Clifford and asked members to send in favourite family recipes. They can be dropped off at the Wightman office in Clifford. Barb Thompson asked members to keep supporting the elementary teachers as they work through negotiations for a contract. President Anne Darroch reported some of the money received from the recent convention will be given back to the community in some way, such as through donations to school breakfast programs or local food banks. A roast beef meal was prepared and served by the ladies of the church. Greeter for the day was Sandra Cole. The next meeting is scheduled for Oct.23.
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Smart snacking includes healthy selection and controlling portions
by Terri-lynn Druif WELLINGTON CTY. October is a hectic time. The relaxing pace of summer is over and school and other programs are in full-swing. This often results in grabbing quick breakfasts, squeezing lunch in during short breaks at work, and getting home later than planned to eat dinner. So how can we keep ourselves energized and feeling good throughout the day? How can we stop ourselves from eating half a box of cookies or crackers right before dinner? One solution may be including a small snack to help bridge long gaps between meals. The key is knowing what is con-
sidered a nutritious snack and, more importantly, knowing your reasons for snacking. What is a healthy snack? You can eat a variety of different foods for a snack, but aim to include at least two of the food groups – vegetables and fruit, grain products, milk and alternatives, meat and alternatives - to ensure you are consuming a variety of nutrients. Also try incorporating a mixture of carbohydrates and protein. Pairing carbohydrates and protein is ideal to help fuel our muscles and brain, while also slowing digestion and leaving us feeling full. For example, a good snack could be one medium fresh fruit
(which can provide some extra fibre and vitamins) paired with 1/4 cup of unsalted nuts (which can increase your protein and mineral intake). Remember to measure out your snack rather than eating from the container to keep portion sizes in check. Understand reasons for snacking We often snack for reasons other than hunger. Re-train your brain by listening to your natural hunger cues. Before grabbing something to eat, take a minute and ask yourself “Am I eating because I really am hungry or because I am feeling upset, bored or stressed?� If you decide you are hungry, try enjoying your snack at the
table - away from all other distractions. Eating when you are distracted, such as when you are watching TV, reading or working, may result in eating more than we actually want or need. What about snacking before bed? This question has been debated for a long time. It really depends on the individual. Some people find that they don’t need a snack before bed to sleep well, while others can’t sleep if they are too hungry. If you decide you need a snack, remember we only need a small portion. Aim for something that is rich in carbohydrates, such as 1/2 cup plain
yogurt with berries. This has the added benefit of providing our brains with tryptophan - a building block for hormones that help with sleep. When it comes to snacking, everyone has different needs. The key is to be in tune with your hunger cues and aim to
choose small amounts of nutritious foods that you enjoy. For more information about any of the free services offered by the Minto-Mapleton Family Health Team, visit www.mmfht.ca or call the Drayton office at 519638-2110 or Clifford office at 519-327-4777.
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Wade sparkles in heartwarming tale Anne of Green Gables at Dunfield Theatre by Patrick Raftis CAMBRIDGE - Lucy Maud Montgomery’s 1908 novel Anne of Green Gables has been translated into 17 languages and adapted for television and theatre, while the musical adaptation has entertained over 3.3 million people worldwide, including a run on Broadway. So how do you make a new production fresh and fun? For starters you’re going to need an engaging and dynamic actress to portray the spunky and pedantic east coast orphan who arrives at Green Gables in Avonlea, Prince Edward Island hoping to build a new life. On that score, Drayton Entertainment couldn’t have done better than Danielle Wade. Winner of CBC’s hit reality TV series Over The Rainbow, Wade is no stranger to iconic roles. One of her first acting jobs was portraying Sandy in Grease. She has also played Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz for Mirvish Productions, Ariel Moore in Drayton Entertainment’s Footloose and Cinderella on both stage and screen. She gives a high-energy performance that includes careening several times from a 1,000-megawatt smile to fullblown tantrum in the space of an instant. Wade also displays a wide musical range, with a singing voice capable of soothing sweetness or raucous power as called upon. Despite her disappointment at discovering her new guardians, elderly siblings Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, had actually requested a boy, the mischievous but engaging Anne Shirley manages to charm her way into their hearts while winning over a village full of small town busybodies in the process. Veteran actor Ted Simonett gives a touching performance as Matthew Cuthbert, who forms a special bond with Anne, while Susan Gilmour is impressive as the stricter sibling Marilla, who eventually succumbs to the orphan’s charm along with the rest of the community. Colin Sheen gives a strong performance as Gilbert Blythe, who shyly courts Anne using the type of awkward reverse psychology tactics typical of most schoolboy Romeos.
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Ice cream scene - Danielle Wade and company in Drayton Entertainment’s Anne of Green Gables. photos by Hilary Gauld Camilleri
Danielle Wade and Ted Simonett star in Drayton Entertainment’s Anne of Green Gables.
Jade Repeta is excellent as Diana Barry, who becomes Anne’s best friend and shares her quirky spirit. Kaleigh Gorka provides a surly counterpart as Josie Pye, Anne’s rival for Gilbert’s affections. Susan Johnston Collins displays good range as Mrs. Lynde, an interfering neighbour, providing the audience an outlet for, alternatively, outrage and comic relief. Much of the play is set at Avonlea School, where David Cotton, as the stern schoolmaster, and Anwyn Musico, as upbeat teacher and mentor Miss Stacy, provide an interesting juxtaposition in Anne’s life. The talented cast also includes, in smaller but still key roles, J. Sean Elliott, Kevin Etherington, Rachel Clark, June Crowley, JJ Gerber,
Graeme Goodhall, Larry Herbert, Anna Hurshman, Patty Jamieson, Amanda Leigh, Sandra Mantini, Lily McEvenue, Luke Opdahl, Conor Scully and Christine Watson. The Dunfield Theatre Cambridge has also engaged 30 area young people to serve as a children’s chorus, split into teams and performing on a rotating basis. It’s no surprise that director Max Reimer has this cast hitting their marks with aplomb. The theatre veteran has directed 11 different productions of Anne of Green Gables around the world, including two touring productions to Japan. Nico director Music Rhodes guides the ensemble cast through a musical score filled with several memorable numbers, while choreographer Lisa Stevens makes the most of an athletic group of dancers. The settings, designed by Jean Claude Olivier, range from the Green Gables farmhouse to the local schoolyard and effectively transport the audience to Avonlea with an understated elegance suitable to the late-1800s time period. Anne of Green Gables runs until Nov. 8 at the Dunfield Theatre. Tickets are $42 for adults and $25 for youth under 20. HST is applicable to all ticket prices. Tickets may be purchased online at www.dunfieldtheatrecambridge.com, in person at the box office, or by calling 519-621-8000 or toll free 1-855-372-9866.
Firefighter fundraiser - Over 500 people enjoyed a pancake/sausage breakfast on Oct. 17 at the PMD arena hosted by Mapleton firefighters. Donations from the annual event are used in fire prevention programs. Information booths set up at the event included Drayton splash pad, emergency awareness, Health Care Heroes Radiothon for local hospitals, and Drayton Girl Guides. LEFT: From left: Guide Jessica Martin, leader Marion Gray and Spark Emmaleigh Rozema sold boxes of chocolate mint cookies at the breakfast. photos by Caroline Sealey
Benefit concert - Derek Moore, left, of Drayton leads the Mount Forest United Church Senior Choir in a number at the We are the World benefit concert held on Oct. 18 at the church to raise funds for a local effort to sponsor a refugee family and bring them to the community. photo by Patrick Raftis
Floradale blanks Bethel 7-0, Missionary edges Listowel 5-4 in local church league hockey action
FROM PAGE TWO start the period and build a 4-1 Missionary lead. But then the Shantz broth-
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and assisted brother Josh who scored once and assisted on one. Shantz’ linemate Andrew
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side. Scholten skated in on net and scored with a shot in the top short side corner for the winning goal.
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