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by Trina Berlo Clearview Township is ready to have the talk about cannabis.

On Jan. 7, council has invited the public to attend a consultation session and share their views on allowing cannabis retail locations in the municipality.

That same night council will consider a recommendation from CAO Steve Sage to opt out, and advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission (AGCO) that Clearview does not wish to host cannabis retail stores in the community at this time.

Mayor Doug Measures said he wants council to hear from members of the public before council considers Sage’s report on recreational cannabis in Clearview.

“I want the public to have an opportunity to bring forward their ideas, their suggestions, their concerns,” said Measures.

It is a necessary conversation for council but it is also a moot point for a municipality of this size, at least for now.

The province has given municipalities a deadline of Jan. 22 to opt out of hosting private cannabis retail stores. If a resolution saying as much is not passed before the deadline, a

At about 2:30 p.m. on Dec. 27, members of the Huronia West OPP charged a male driver involved in a collision at County Road 7 and 27-28 Sideroad in Clearview Township.

After it was determined the driver was impaired, he was arrested and transported to the Huronia West OPP detachment for breath tests where two suitable samples were provided. His vehicle was impounded for seven days and his driver’s licence was suspended 90 days.

Christos Trakas, 40, of Toronto is charged with: Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration of 80 plus, and possession of cocaine

He is to appear in Collingwood Court on Jan. 22.

As of Jan. 1, penalties for driving with a hand-held wireless communication device (a portion of distracted driving) have increased for motorists in Ontario: Fine increases of up to $1,000; three demerit points for a first offence; three-day licence suspension. Penalties rise for subsequent convictions.

Novice drivers (G1, G2, M1 or M2) who are convicted of distracted driving will receive the same fines, but will receive longer licence suspensions as opposed to demerit points.

Distracted driving encompasses any behaviour that takes the driver’s attention away from operating their vehicle. There are three main types of distraction: Visual - taking your eyes off the road; Manual - taking your hands of the wheel; Cognitive - taking your mind off what you’re doing.

Drivers who cause a collision or exhibit very poor driving directly related to being inattentive (eating, drinking, reading a map, etc.) could be charged with Careless Driving. The fines and demerit points for Careless Driving remain unchanged.

For a complete list of the updated fine/suspension increases visit www.ontario.ca/page/distracted-driving.

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municipality automatically opts in to the program by default. However, the government of Ontario has also said that there are 25 licences available in this first round, none of which are available to municipalities with a population of 50,000 or under.

According to the AGCO, given the shortage of legal cannabis supply from federally licensed producers, the

government will allow private cannabis retail stores to open in phases and has provided the AGCO the authority to license up to 25 stores in the initial phase. A lottery, conducted by the AGCO, will be held to determine who will be able to apply for one of the 25 initial stores.

Recreational cannabis is legal in

“Great news! We are official!” was the jubilant message from Gord Gallaugher, Chair of the Dufferin Community Foundation, to his Board in early December. Just in time for year-end and holiday giving, the Canada Revenue Agency announced that the new Dufferin Community Foundation meets the requirements for tax-exempt status as a registered charity under the Income Tax Act.

This milestone means that the Foundation can issue tax receipts to donors who want to help build endowment funds and meet modest operating expenses. These donations

create a sustainable way to support vital charitable work throughout Dufferin for generations to come.

With volunteer energy, momentum toward this event has built steadily throughout 2018. Under the auspices of Headwaters Communities in Action (HCIA) and with expertise from the Orangeville office of Carters Professional Corporation, specialists in charity law, the Foundation held its first Board of Directors meeting in April; opened its first mini-grant competition in July; held a highly successful launch at the Adamo Estate Winery in September; and began showcasing

local charities on its website in October. Now, the Foundation is poised to

accept gifts of any size from individuals, families and corporations. The website highlights “10 Ways to Give” and the CanadaHelps.org button makes on-line contribution easy.

The next steps are the first year-end report, a 2019 fund-building campaign, and an active search for volunteers to serve on the Finance and Outreach Committees.

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Public asked to weigh in on cannabis

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Medical cannabis is grown in Clearview Township, but council has yet to decide if the municipality is open to recreational cannabis retail stores.

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Canada as of Oct. 17. Consumers 19 or older are able to consume, purchase, and grow recreational cannabis through online retail platforms operated by the Ontario Cannabis Store but it won’t be sold legally in retail locations until April 1.

If a municipality chooses to opt out, it is able to opt back in at any time, but once a municipality opts in it will not be allowed to opt out.

It is unclear at this point when there will be another phase of licensing of recreational cannabis retail stores and if Clearview would qualify.

“Given the changes in the legislation and the direction that the cabinet of the Province of Ontario government is making changes, we can’t be certain but we do know this, that we have opted in for cannabis production in our community and that’s certainly part of our economy and our commerce so it is in our community,” said Measures, pointing out that Clearview residents do have access to recreational cannabis through online sales.

“It’s a silly process that the province is making us opt in or opt out. I think we need to allow some time to pass to see what the community reaction really is to cannabis in our community. It’s not so different than in the 1920s when prohibition was lifted and alcohol started flowing throughout the community. So, we’ll see how it all

plays out.”Sage raises other issues for

consideration in his report, one being funding: The province has committed $40 million in funding over two years. Clearview has 6,243 households. The province has committed $127.50 per household for a total of $7,960 to Clearview.

Municipalities that opt out will receive a maximum of $5,000 on the second installment, reported Sage.

There is also the issue of planning controls with regards to location and what effect retail cannabis stores may have on other businesses, in terms of

being an economic driver, or not. “If the municipality opts out, it

will enable more time to research and consider the effects of retail stores on other locations. It will also allow more time for the municipality to have a good understanding of all the provincial requirements that are, as of the writing of this letter, not yet determined,” writes Sage.

The Jan. 7 meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m. in council chambers at town hall, 217 Gideon St. in Stayner. People are also invited to submit written comments to [email protected].

encourages endowment building and facilitate philanthropic partnerships within Dufferin, today and for future generations. It supports the people who live and work in the community through grants to community projects run by charitable organizations.

The goal is to supplement the ongoing charitable work in the community by creating new sources of funding for them. It encourages philanthropy of all kinds in Dufferin, acting as champions for issues that matter and direct grants to everything from shelter, education, care for those in need, the environment, recreation and the arts, and more.

The Dufferin Community Foundation is part of a nationwide movement of over 191 community foundations (Community Foundations of Canada) whose objective is to help build stronger and more vibrant communities. The Dufferin Community Foundation was created to serve all parts of the county including Orangeville, Shelburne, Mono, Grand Valley, Mulmur, Melancthon, Amaranth and East Garafraxa.

If you’d like to be part of this exciting initiative, contact [email protected].

The New Farm’s annual Farms for Change fundraiser on June 23 featured 15 fantastic chefs and an epic show by Broken Social Scene in the barn, and raised a record $150,000, with $140,000 going to Community Food Centres Canada (CFCC).

CFCC in turn sent money to The Stop and Regent Park Community Food Centres to purchase local, organic food for their many programs.

This year, the additional money allowed CFCC to expand the number of community food centres that received Farms for Change funding. CFCs in Hamilton, Perth and Stratford received funds for the first time and started purchasing from organic family farms in their areas.

The other $10,000 was donated to food banks in Stayner and Collingwood to put local, organic vegetables and honey in Christmas hampers for 285 families.

Farms for Change funding helped

support CFCC’s policy advocacy work as they fight for policies and programs that address the root causes of poverty in Canada.

The New Farm and Richmond Station restaurant also donated two on-farm dinners to benefit The Stop Community Food Centre directly, raising $22,000.

“None of these efforts would have been possible without the generous, ongoing support of our many volunteers, chefs, and sponsors. We feel incredibly lucky to have such a caring and supportive community surrounding us,” said organizers Gillian Flies and Brent Preston.

“In 2019 we look forward to hosting the tenth annual Farms for Change fundraiser, and to continuing our support for CFCC and other good food organizations. We wish all of you a happy, safe and delicious holiday season, and we can’t wait to see you all back on the farm next year.”

Farms for Change 2018 raises $150,000

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The New Farm's Farms for Change fundraiser totals continue to rise.

Public consultation set for Jan 7 meeting Foundation creates new funding sources

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It is unfair of the provincial government to ask municipalities to make a decision on cannabis retail without having all the facts.

When recreational cannabis was in the process of being legalized by the federal government, there were to be no caps on licensing but now the provincial government is saying that in a first phase of authorizations from Alcohol and Gaming Commission (AGCO), only 25 licences will be issued in this first phase with stores opening on April 1. (A maximum of five retail store authorizations is allocated in respect of cannabis retail stores to be located in the Toronto Region; A maximum of six to be located in the GTA Region; A maximum of five to be located in the East Region; A maximum of two to be located in the North Region; and a maximum of seven to be located in the West Region.)

None of them are to be located in a municipality with a population of less than 50,000.

As we understand it, all municipal councils are tasked with passing a resolution by Jan. 22 if they wish to opt out of being a willing host to recreational cannabis retail stores. Those who don’t will opt in by default. Those that choose to opt out can opt back in at any time but once they opt in, they can’t opt out.

There is no information as of yet about the next phase(s) of authorizations.

With a late-in-the-game release of the rules, the government should delay the deadline for municipalities with a population under 50,000. Other municipalities voted before or very close to the announcement of these changes.

Councils cannot be expected to make sound, informed decisions before all the information is available, and to put councillors and staff against a deadline that is no longer relevant to municipalities like ours is puzzling.

We are not necessarily in a huge rush to see recreational cannabis retail stores pop up in town but it feels as though the provincial government is incentivizing the opt out option with a lack of information, even though there is a financial incentive to opt in.

In October, we said that it would be hypocritical of Clearview to opt out seeing as it embraced cannabis production early on, voting to treat it like any other crop. But now, opting out seems like a reasonable choice since there are so many unknowns. Why not opt out, wait for the process to shake out, and then opt in once it’s reasonable. There isn’t very much money at stake and the financial risks are not clear. As it is, the province is only providing $40 million over two years to help municipalities with the costs of recreational cannabis legalization.

It was late September when the provincial government said there would be no caps, weeks later small cities and towns learn they are shut out of the first phase of licensing, what surprises are coming next?

The J. Jackson in this photo sent to us by Rene Petitjean could be Jim Jackson, former reeve of Creemore and saw mill owner who had his first saw mill at Dunedin. According to Helen Blackburn, this photo may have been taken in Jackson's Bush, in what is now known as the Mingay Tract.

by Basil Guinane What do you get when you mix Charles Dickens with a helping of John Irving and a dash of Gabriel García Márquez? Well, you might get Songs for the Cold of Heart, an epic novel that tells the story of the Quebec-based Lamontagne family.

Written by Eric Dupont and translated by Peter McCambridge this book was a huge success in Quebec and was short-listed for the Giller prize. It spans the twentieth century taking the reader from the small town of Rivière-du-Loup in 1917 to the second-world-war battlefields of Germany and the dropping of the atomic bomb on Nagasaki to modern day Berlin and Rome.

It is populated with a host of larger-than-life characters including strongman Louis “The Horse” Lamontagne, the scary looking Sister Mary of the Eucharist, motorcycle loving Solange “Suzuki” Bérubé, and Magdalena Berg, a survivor of the horrors of the second world war. Many of the characters are connected in surprising ways and there is no end of plot twists.

There is also no shortage of strange occurrences. In one instance, two arrows shot in Germany in 1942 disappear only to fall from the sky and kill two people in Quebec during a New Year’s Eve celebration. Another is a grandmother who dies yet goes on living in her son’s funeral parlour. This may sound strange but, trust me it works.Puccini’s Tosca, plays a major role in the novel and Dupont, clearly an opera fan, uses the opera’s plot as a parallel to the drama that is occurring in the lives of

his characters. They are all victims, to some degree, of love, betrayal or revenge.

In telling the story of the Lamontagne clan, Dupont documents the changes in twentieth century Quebec, primarily, the decline in the power of the Catholic Church. He manages to do this in a fashion that is at times funny and at others, disturbing.

Three of the novel’s main characters are Madeleine Lamontagne, the founder of a restaurant empire and her twin sons Gabriel and Michel. Madeleine has gone out of her way to cover-up the Lamontagne family history from the two boys and she has never told them the identity of their father.In the second half of the book Gabriel has run off to Berlin to escape his overbearing mother and Michel, an opera singer, is in Rome starring in a movie version of, you guessed it, Tosca. There is a degree of antipathy between the two brothers that is explained in a series of letters between the two. This makes for some very interesting reading.

Through a sequence of chance encounters the real story behind the birth of Gabriel and Michel is revealed. At the same time, seemingly unrelated past events are turning out to have a tremendous impact on present lives and long hidden secrets are being revealed.

Dupont is a great storyteller, here’s hoping more of his novels are translated.

Songs for the Cold of Heart is published by Baraka Books, 2018.

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Last month we left Bert Smith at the Creemore Star with serious help problems. As well he had had a breakdown in health but fortunately surgery corrected the problem. He was able to solve his labour problems but the Depression of the 1930s was upon him with serious financial concerns. To continue:

I advertised for a shop foreman. Lorne Raymer, a newly married man, was at the Stayner Sun office. The Sun was having financial difficulty and to cut overhead they were letting Raymer out. He came to me and I took him on at $25 a week. It was the best stroke of luck I ever had. Raymer was a marvel, capable and dependable. I had him until I sold the business in 1954.

After Raymer got established I let young Russell move out. I got him a job at Jarvis where he made good. Raymer and I were then alone but business worsened. I will not try to explain the Depression. It was so critical no one would believe it. Nobody had money. Advertising fell down to zero. The subscribers couldn’t pay for the paper in cash but money fell back to the old barter system. They brought me potatoes, wood, honey and maple syrup. Accordingly we always had lots to eat. I had trouble getting in enough cash to pay Raymer, hydro, paper, etc.

The Depression kept getting worse and I was gradually getting financial difficulties. I had five children, all at school, and the man I had sold the farm to in 1929 was not making good. In fact

he was always behind with the interest, I had a $4,000 mortgage on the Star and it was next to impossible for me to pay my interest. The old newspaper press broke down and I had to replace it. Fortunately I located a good used press at Elmvale

and bought it for $350.By 1935 I was really up against

it and actually considered ceasing publication. Raymer saved the day. He knew everything about my efforts to keep going. So he volunteered to take a drastic cut in wages and have faith. For a while he was down to $16 a week but as he said, it was better than no job and he figured he couldn’t get another job.

Despite the times I had my family and was happy until tragedy struck July 2nd, 1936. My second daughter, Margaret, was accidentally killed when she was pitched off a horse she was riding. Margaret was 14 years old and loved horses and dogs. I actually thought this was the end of everything, but the great sympathy extended us by people near and far sustained me. It was a terrible blow but gracious providence helped us to weather the bereavement.

We had a provincial election that year and I also held a campaign to collect subscriptions. Both helped to restore my financial condition. I thought the worse was over but alas.

Things were looking rosy in the spring of 1938 until about May 15 when I got a legal document from Barrie advising me that Isaac Aikins, who had purchased to old Smith farm and put his son on it, was assigning

under the creditor’s arrangement act. My claim was shown as $4,500 plus an outstanding first mortgage of $2,000. Needless to say, I didn’t sleep that night.

Enclosed with the official notice was Mr. Aikins’ sworn notice as to his finances. Evidently he had put nearly all his possessions in the name of his wife, his eldest son and a brother. The statement showed that he owned practically nothing.

I consulted Joe Hood the lawyer at Stayner and had him with me at the hearing. After an hour or more listening to fabricated evidence the judge declared a brief recess. Joe Hood was clever and he frankly told me the courts would cut my claim in half. Joe then asked me if I would take back ownership and what I would pay Aikins to release all interest and give me immediate possession. I mentioned $300 and he approached Aikins. He talked him into a $300 settlement. I of course got the newly sown crop and also benefited from Aikins having installed hydro.

I decided to hire a man, buy horses, etc., and operate the farm by remote control. The barns needed shingling, so in 1939 I was forced to surrender my insurance policies as collateral to borrow money to roof the barns. For the next four or five years I had nothing but worries. The war was on and I could barely break even on that kind of farming operation. Despite all efforts no one wanted to buy me out.

In 1943 I grew my last grain crop and decided to expand my sheep ranching operations. For the following four or five years the farm yielded a good profit. I had to work hard however, especially in the lambing seasons in April. I had a bed at the farm, woodstove, and some food on the side. I hadn’t a very good car but it got me there. My policy was to go to the farm at 8 or 9 o’clock in the evenings, attend to the sheep and lambs, then have a cup of tea and some eats and go to bed. Get up at seven and after attending my flock return for a busy day at the office.

The only other stock I had was a pair of geese. There was a strong bond of affection between me and the geese. One thing that I considered remarkable was that the geese would recognize my old Durant car as I approached the farm. They would scream a welcome and go racing out the lane to meet me. They would pay no attention to the other cars on the road.

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RY To accommodate the growing number of scholarship and bursary winners, this year’s RAY’s Place holiday reception was held at the Creemore Branch of the Canadian Legion – with kudos to the Legion members who did a superb catering job.

There are currently 12 university students receiving RAY’s Place scholarships.

In 2018, four one-time bursaries awarded and over the past eight years there have been a total of 28 recipients. The holiday reception brings together RAY’s Place board and committee members, scholarship sponsors, other financial supporters along with scholarship and bursary recipients and their families. This year approximately 60 people attended the event.

The annual holiday reception is an opportunity for the students to connect with each other to share their stories, and for all members to the RAY’s Place community to hear about the students’ experiences.

Josh Swift, a fourth-year student at the University of Western Ontario thanked the audience for the support he has received during his university years.

He highlighted the value of both the financial assistance he has received as well as the broader support provided by RAY’s Place.

Rosalyn Martin, a second-year student at Queen’s University, echoed his remarks and her enthusiasm for the mentoring aspect of the program.

Michael Noble, a 2017 bursary recipient spoke about how the financial support he received assisted him with travel costs to Conestoga College for welding courses. He is currently employed at Howie Welding on Airport Road.

For 2019, RAY’s Place has funding for 10 bursaries in the amount of $1,000 each to support students pursuing further studies at community college, trade school or apprenticeships.

At least one four-year scholarship with a total value of $20,000 will be available for a student attending a Canadian university.

This years’ application deadline will be in early May for both programs. Eligibility requirements and selection criteria details can be found at www.raysplaceyrc.com.

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GIFFEN on December 29th

Dorothy’s family honoured the occasion with a Surprise family birthday party earlier

in December.Happy Birthday,Love your family.

Organizers of the Creemore Community Christmas Dinner were happy to welcome 100 neighbours, friends and family to the Royal Canadian Legion for the 18th annual Christmas dinner.

The room was festive with a bevy of lit Christmas trees, an army of nutcrackers, a tiny toy train and village, and a special gingerbread house fully edible and crafted by Annette Chiasson.

This year’s traditional dinner of turkey and ham cooked by Jim henderson and his elves garnered many compliments.

The turkeys were donated by Foodland with numerous other donations from a lot of terrific people.

The goal of the organizers is to ensure everyone has a little bit of Christmas. To that end, in addition to hosting and delivering dinners, gifts were purchased for 16 people including those at the Creedan Valley Care Community without family. As well, non-perishable food items were collected and given to The Salvation Army’s Hope Acres Addiction Treatment Centre in Glencairn.

Happily, with a significant monetary contribution from the Creemore Curling Club, enough money was raised to ensure a dinner for next year.

We really do live in a fantastic community. Many thanks to all.

–Donna Baylis, Creemore Christmas Elf

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Volunteers serve up a feast at the Creemore Community Christmas dinner held at the Legion on Christmas Day.

Creemore Community Christmas Dinner welcomes 100 diners

The North Simcoe Muskoka Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) has launched a six-month pilot to improve access to Personal Support Workers for retirement home residents.

North Simcoe Muskoka continues to experience a serious shortage of Personal Support Workers (PSWs). The LHIN is working with many partners in the region to identify strategies to reduce the gap between the need for personal support services and the supply of Personal Support Workers in the region.

To augment these efforts, the LHIN will be working closely with Care Partners and ParaMed to schedule teams of Personal Support Workers in shifts at the two pilot-location retirement homes. Rather than having longer visits once or twice a day, Personal Support Workers will provide care in smaller increments of time, more often, and will have the ability to care for multiple patients. Structuring the delivery of personal support services this way allows for greater flexibility to meet the needs of patients with better consistency and continuity of care.

Teams of Personal Support Workers will provide care to all North Simcoe Muskoka LHIN Home and Community Care patients residing at Barrie Manor in Barrie and Chartwell Tiffin in Midland (North Simcoe sub-region), for a designated period of time daily.

Following the six-month pilot, the North Simcoe Muskoka LHIN will continue to work closely with health system partners to evaluate the impact of this new model of care on Personal Support Workers capacity in the community.

“Having dedicated teams assigned to shifts in the retirement homes means there will be a greater consistency in care, while increasing efficiency, allowing for more Personal Support Workers in the community,” said Debbie Roberts, Vice-President, Quality and Performance, North Simcoe Muskoka LHIN. “The goal is to help ensure support for individuals to receive care and remain in their communities for as long as possible.”

Currently in North Simcoe Muskoka, approximately 12 per cent of all home care personal support hours are delivered to patients living in retirement homes. This amounts to approximately 11,000 hours of care per month provided by LHIN contracted service providers.

The number of seniors in North Simcoe Muskoka aged 65 years and over is expected to more than double over the next 20 years - from 93,000 in 2016 to over 177,500, or 29.3 per cent of the population, by 2036.

Demand for personal support services in North Simcoe Muskoka is projected to grow nine times faster than the workforce between 2015-16 and 2021-22. That escalates to 20 times faster than the workforce between 2015-16 and 2035-36.

To learn more about the North Simcoe Muskoka LHIN Personal Support Strategy, please view the Personal Support Capacity Reports, at www.nsmlhin.on.ca.

LHIN addresses area PSW shortage


Christmas Tree CollectionConsult your 2019 Waste Management Calendar, or the waste collection reminder tool at simcoe.ca to determine your Christmas tree collection weeks.

• Christmas trees must be at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Monday of your collection week• Collection will occur during the week; not necessarily on your garbage day• Remove plastic tree bags, decorations, and stands• Maximum size 2 m; if longer, cut into smaller sections

• Ensure your tree is clearly visible and not frozen into snowbanks

Does not apply to residents of Barrie and Orillia.

County of Simcoe 1-800-263-3199 / simcoe.ca

The inaugural JessEm Tools VEX Robotics Competition took place at Patrick Fogarty School in Orillia in December. Five teams from Clearview’s Cybergnomes Robotics program and two from the CyberGirls took part in the two-day event that hosted a combined total of 48 teams across two age groups (elementary school and high school) from across Ontario.

High school student robots were challenged to flip and score two sided caps on the ground and on poles, shoot at and flip high flags and engage in a pushing game of robot ‘King of the Castle’ on a series of platforms.

In the high school event (VEX R o b o t i c s C o m p e t i t i o n ) , t h e Cybergnomes team 2013R, in their first year of competition at this level, finished 5th in the Robot Skills Challenge component of the event. The CyberGirls (2013A) and their high shooting robot displayed a flawless, complex autonomous routine at the start of each match and were Tournament finalists at the event, winning the Innovate Award.

In the elementary school event (VEX IQ Competition), the Cybergnomes (20013A) tied for seventh and the Cybergirls (20013X) were the tournament champions, winning the Teamwork Challenge with their partners from Quantum Youth Labs in Richmond Hill. This marks the third

year of CyberGirls competing in VEX IQ and their first tournament win. The girls will advance now to the Provincial Championships held next March in Brampton.

Anyone interested in experiencing the VEX Robotics Competitions and cheering on our local teams can come out to St. Joan of Arc School in Barrie on Jan. 12 and 13 or Jean Vanier School

in Collingwood on Feb. 9 and 10, where all of the teams will once again be competing.

Anyone interested in joining CyberGirls or Cybergnomes programs (ages 8 to 18) can contact Jim Crawford at 705-720-0635 [email protected] or Gary Page at 705-888-0731 or [email protected].

VEX Robotics is an international

competitive robotics league that encourages youth to explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) through annual robotics challenges. Along with technical skills like programming and machine design, students learn key life skills like leadership, teamwork, self-confidence, public speaking, organization and more.

Clearview robotics teams find success in orillia

Canadian Blood Services has called for 30,000 more donors across Canada to book and keep their blood donation appointments by January 6.

“We know that travel, family activities and last-minute changes in routine can interfere with plans, but many lifesaving medical procedures

take place every day - even between Christmas and New Year’s Day,” said officials.

There is a blood drive in Collingwood from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 9 at Collingwood Legion and another in Wasaga Beach, from 9 a.m. to noon at the RecPlex.

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Cybergirls (20013X) were the elementary school tournament champions at JessEm Tools VEX Robotics Competition.

Blood donations needed at January clinics


YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO SUPPORT OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES IN CREEMORE

Nominations are open for positions on the BIA Board

If you are a property owner, business owner or tenant in the Creemore Business Improvement Area (BIA) and want to be part of the dynamic team dedicated to keeping our local business community vibrant and growing now is your chance to make a difference.

Interested Clearview residents, nominated by two (2) members in the BIA district, may also apply.

Appointment to the BIA board are expected to serve a four (4) term.

Nominations forms are available at the Creemore Echo office, at the Township Administration Centre, 217 Gideon Street in Stayner or online at www.clearview.ca.

Nominations are due by January 11, 2019. Completed nomination forms can be sent by mail to [email protected] or [email protected] or by mail or in person to the Township Administration Centre.Election Day is February 5, 2019.Nominating Committee contacts: Pamela Fettes. 705 428-6230 & Thom Paterson 705 718-4685

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The 4th annual Inter-League Challenge was held on Dec. 19. One team from each of the leagues - Men's, Ladies, Mixed and Daytime - competed in a mini-bonspiel, with the winning team receiving the Legion sponsored trophy. Pictured (from left) is the winning team from the Mixed League. Barb Murdock (spare for Amy Purkis), Lisa Soules, Jazmin Verstegen, and skip Jim Bell accepting the trophy from Legion President Jim Richards. Good curling everyone!

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The Jim Steed Memorial Trophy is presented by his daughter Shirley Johnson (from left) to the winning team in the mixed league, vice Jazmin Verstegen, skip Jim Bell and second Lisa Soules. Absent: lead Amy Purkis.

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The Creemore Curling Club’s M ixed League ga thered for a bit of fun just before Christmas. League coordinator Ed Meulendyk created an ice rock, which was pushed down the rink with a candy cane stick. Paul Vorstermans challenged all with his trivia questions, and in lieu of a gift exchange, the group raised $454 in funds, food and gifts to donate to the Creemore Community Christmas Dinner, accepted by Creemore Christmas Elf, Donna Baylis.

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I raised my left leg before the ball dropped so I could

start the New Year off on the right foot.

by Shawn GillespieOn Sunday, Dec. 16, the Creemore Valley Hawks Tyke team took their offensive talents on the road to play in Shelburne against the Wolves.

Have you ever seen a Hawk attack a Wolf? That is exactly what happened in this game from the opening puck drop. Every player on the Creemore team scored a goal including Marin Tamlin who slammed in a rebound for her first career goal. Her celebration afterward was a beauty and showed exactly how happy and excited she was.

hayden Goodfellow oster, Thomas Weldon and Keenan Reynolds used their speed and slick moves to leave the opposing players in their dust. Katie Gillespie and Anna Belle hamilton hustled every shift and played excellent at both ends of the ice. Aliyah Ross Kinghan made her presence felt with a couple of huge crashes into the center boards. Jackson hutchinson used his

powerful shot to move the puck up the ice and blow it past the Shelburne goalie. Reese Fuller played in net and did a great job when forced to make a save. Whatever Cooper Duits had for breakfast gave him extra energy and strength as he potted numerous goals and played his most aggressive game of the season.

otis harbec is still wondering why the ref didn’t call a penalty when he thought he was tripped in the corner, upon further review it was either a speed wobble that caused him to go down or he was copying the Montreal Canadiens player diving on TV from the previous night. Maybe the Harbecs should watch Toronto Maple Leafs games going forward instead!

We have great fans and supporters, especially Joe hamilton who was feeling a little under the weather but still managed to stay awake for the game, or at least most of it.

County of Simcoe Paramedic Services wrapped up its 16th annual Toy Drive having collected 5,627 toys, 6,968 pounds of food, and $13,879.36 in cash and gift cards.

“The generosity of our residents was once again on full display during this year’s Paramedic Services Toy Drive,” said Warden George Cornell. “Thank you to all our contributors and to the many paramedics who volunteered their time to help bring joy to families and children in need throughout Simcoe County.”

With this year’s totals, the Toy Drive has collected 78,459 toys, 31,404 lbs of food, and approximately $158,905 in monetary and gift card donations for families across Simcoe County over the last 16 years.

“Each year I am amazed by our County of Simcoe Paramedics, their

Paramedics wrap up successful Toy drive

families and friends, and the students from the Paramedic programs at Georgian College and CTS Canadian Career College, who have volunteered more than 1,000 hours towards this incredible program,” said Andrew Robert, Director and Chief, County of Simcoe Paramedic Services. “Their efforts will help make this a Christmas to remember for so many.”

All Toy Drive donations are distributed to local children and families in need by charitable organizations working in partnership with Simcoe County Paramedic Services. Charities supported by the County of Simcoe Paramedic Services Toy Drive include the Collingwood Salvation Army, Wasaga Beach Kinettes, Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions, Barrie Christmas Cheer, a number of local food banks and Innisfil Community Church.

Creemore Valley Hawks Tyke team


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Em. # 3126 Conc 6 South Nottawasaga Twp Directions: From the Main St. in Creemore, come west on Caroline St., over the bridge to

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chop saw w/ stand; N.I.B. power washer; submersible pump; wheelbarrow; garden tools;

Delta 6” bench grinder; bench & wood vises; Sears tool box (rolling); ladders; B&D

sanders; routers; no. of hand tools; Dewalt reciprocating saw;

Antique & Household: Ant. single poster bed; lg pine blanket box; queen anne table;

wicker basket; ant.table & chair; Bamboo hall mirror/coat rack; wardrobe; mirrors;

pictures; student desk; Balloon back chair; beige chair & ottoman; 2-5 drawer pine chests;

woven rocking chair; 2 zinc planters; 6x6’ rug; pine queen size poster bed; cane chair; side

table; Mitchell MGBW - 8 cloth chairs, chesterfield, loveseat & chair; square legged 8’x42”

pine table, made by Land & Ross; medicine cabinet; 12 pane mirror; Robert Abbey lamp;

drop leaf table; pine cabinet; wicker stand; walnut 1 drawer table; cow hide rug;

stoneware; crocks; signed pottery; crock - Howell & Marsden Ashbourne & Liverpool;

black finish TV cabinet w/bottom drawers;

NOTES: Partial sale held indoors; Washroom (inside home);

TERMS Cash or known cheque w/proper D only. Visa, M/C, Debit if available;

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AUCTION SALEFOR THE ESTATE OF THE LATE ALFRED MICALLEF & INCLUSIONS

SALE HELD AT CREEMORE LEGION27 WELLINGTON ST. W. CREEMORE L0M 1G0

FRI. JAN. 4TH AT 10 AMPetrolia 4 Shell bottles; 12 oil qt bottles & carrier; 7 Imperial bottles; old menu sign; 5 gal- Esso White Rose Cities Service & Wolfs Head; Red Indian; 50 die cast toys;Coins & Bills JM 5 oz. 999 silver bar; 1976 $100.00 Olympic Gold coin; Bills Bank of Canada 1937 – & 1954; Canada silver dollars (36); collection of world coin; lge. qty. of world stamps & paper money; Jewelry 10K & 14K gold rings; 18K gold bracelet; watches 2 Wittnauer & 1 Birks 14K watches; Bucherer 17 jewels; Ashley 8 place sterling cutlery set (40 pc); 37 pocket watches;Clocks approx. 60 plus & parts Gilbert; 4 Gingerbread; French; 6 Roman Numeral; Dome; weight; etc. Plus shell cases; Misc. Brass, Elvis, crocks, jail lock, J.D. & Cockshutt; Peterborough street lights, books etc.Note Coins, Jewelry, money sell at 10 am; Clocks, misc start at 10:30 w/second Auctioneer; Petrolia sells at 12:30 – 1 pm; Preview 9 a.m. day of sale. 10% Buyers Premium. For full list and terms see website.Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

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Since 1905 nurses and former nurses of the Collingwood General & Marine Hospital (CGMH) and other hospitals have met regularly to discuss trends in their profession, to socialize together and to raise funds in support of the work of nurses at the Collingwood General & Marine Hospital.

After more than 100 years of serving their profession and their community, the Collingwood Nurses’ Alumnae is disbanding but not before they made one final gift to CGMH Foundation.

Alumnae president Lynda McKean and treasurer Jean Cooke presented

a final donation of $4,510.41 to the CGMH Foundation to support the Patient Room Renovation Campaign.

This gift brings the Alumnae’s total financial support of CGMH Foundation to $94,554.96.

The first nursing class graduated at the CGMH in 1900. Today, nursing students from Georgian College fill the halls of CGMH to learn from hands on experience.

CGMH Foundation thanks the current and past members of the Collingwood Nurses’ Alumnae for more than a century of support.

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Collingwood Nurses’ Alumnae president Lynda McKean (left), and treasurer Jean Cooke (right) present a cheque for $4,510.41 to Collingwood General & Marine Hospital president & CEO Norah Holder, representing the balance of funds in the Alumnae’s bank account prior to its dissolution.

Collingwood Nurses’ alumnae make a final gift to G&M hospital


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To the Echo staff and readers, Thank you doesn’t sum up all that

we are feeling right now. Once again this year your kindness and generosity are a delight to our hearts. We, at the Salvation Army hope Acres, made Christmas a little brighter for 68 families in our community, in part because of your donations. Thank you. Our prayer is that God will richly bless you at Christmas and in the coming year. Blessings from Hope Acres Community Church.

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Thanks to Clearview Tea for the gifts! And thanks to Ana-Lisa & Keith Mandesso for the treats. Creemore Echo

hAMiLToN – The family of Katharine Hamilton would like to thank friends and family for their support. The cards, flowers and kind expressions of sympathy were greatly appreciated. We also appreciated the caring support of Dr. Yixin Xie, Shelley Kennedy-Johnston, the Saint Elizabeth Healthcare and Royal Victoria Hospital Cancer team. Sincerely, John Hamilton and family.

The Creemore Legion would like to thank all of those who purchased tickets for their 50/50 draw. The winner of the draw was Morris Tymchuk of Duntroon taking home $455. Congratulations Morris!

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FUNdraiSiNGFriends of the East Nottawasaga Cemetery on Fairgrounds Road have begun fundraising for a restoration and improvement project next summer 2019, which will include straightening and cleaning monuments, tree planting, grounds improvement etc. As one of the oldest cemeteries in Simcoe County, many of the pioneers that settled in the area in the mid 1800s are resting here. Contributions towards this project can be made to the “East Nottawasaga Cemetery” c/o Morrison Farm, 1881 Concession 6, Creemore L0M 1G0. Email [email protected] for more information.

dEaTh NoTiCESPENCER, WiLLiAM ‘Bill’ passed away peacefully on Thursday December 27, 2018 at the Collingwood General & Marine Hospital in his 96th year. Bill predeceased by his beloved wife Corinne, son Ron Spencer and daughter Sandy Hamilton; he will be deeply missed by his daughter Cheryle Irwin (Peter Evans), daughter in law Marsha Spencer, son in law Fred Hamilton, his cherished grandchildren Amorena Ridding (Andy Crickard), Spencer Ridding (Jessica) and John McConaghy (Denise) and great grandchildren Danielle and Ava. Bill is survived by his sister Thelma Reid and will be remembered by many nieces, nephews and extended family. Funeral service will be held at Fawcett Funeral Home – Collingwood Chapel on Saturday January 5, 2019 at 12 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. Interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Collingwood General & Marine Hospital would be appreciated by the family. Friends may visit Bill’s online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com.

RiGNEy, GEoRGiNA passed away peacefully on Wednesday January 2, 2019 at Campbell House in her 81st year. Beloved wife of Jim Rigney, loving mother of Michael (Julie), Martin (Janice), Monte (Kim) Rigney and Roxanne (Doug) Young will be forever cherished by her grandchildren Megan, Matthew, Kaitlyn, Braeden (Allison), Austin (Jodie), Colin (Keanna), Jocelyn, Lindsay, Mackenzie, Wilson and Everett. Georgina is survived by her sisters Marilyn Somerville and MaryEllen Kovacs; predeceased by brothers Jim and Bill Hammill and sister Eileen Webster. Family and friends will be received for visitation at Fawcett Funeral Home – Collingwood Chapel on Sunday January 6, 2019 from 2-4 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Holy Trinity Clearview, Duntroon at 11 a.m. on Monday January 7, 2019. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Georgian Triangle – Campbell House or Holy Trinity Clearview would be appreciated. Friends may visit Georgina’s online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com.


Township of Clearview January 2019 CounCil MeeTings

Members of the public are invited to attend

Budget workshop #1 - January 7, 2019, 12:30 – 4:30 pm

Development Charges Meeting - January 15, 2019, 7:00 – 9:00 pm

Budget workshop #2 - January 21, 2019, 12:30 – 4:30 pm

Council Chambers, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner

217 gideon street, stayner, on l0M 1s0 Telephone: 705 428-6230 | Fax: 705 428-0288 • Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

www.clearview.caCommunications are available in alternative formats upon request.

eMployMenT opporTuniTy

Development implementation TechnologistThe Corporation of the Township of Clearview

Clearview Township stretches south from the shores of Georgian Bay, in the heartland of one of Ontario’s most beautiful recreation areas; - just a 90-minute drive from Toronto and other major centers in Southern Ontario. Our community has a long history as one of Ontario’s favorite tourist and vacation destinations, attracting over 2 million visitors annually. Our community offers all the modern urban amenities with the attractiveness and friendly charm of small town quality of life.

Clearview Township is currently seeking a full time permanent Development Implementation Technologist.

responsibilities:Reporting to the Director of the Public Works, the Development Implementation Technologist is responsible for coordinating and tracking development and implementation of agreements of compliance and performance, as well, recommends release/utilization of securities for authorization. Facilitate and negotiate the final subdivision/condominium and site plan application agreements. Responsible for engineering review approval and inspection of municipal services for site plan developments, site alterations and fill permits. This may include and is not limited to review, approval, inspection, agreement preparations and review, recommending security reduction and assumption of works. Coordinate and track final subdivision/condominium and site plan approval process for authorization and coordinate the registration of the documentation. Provides customer service to residents related to development approvals and permitsThe preferred candidate will possess excellent analytical, communication, time management and conflict resolution skills, as well have a good working knowledge of The Planning Act (Ontario), Condominium Act and the Ontario Municipal Act.

Qualifications:Community College Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Civil / Environmental Engineering Technology or related field plus 3 to 5 years experience in a related position. salary: Salary range offered for this position is $61,789 - $75,857 per annum plus a highly competitive benefits package.

Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a criminal background and vulnerable sector check prior to finalizing an employment offer.

Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2018-030 to Human Resources by January 11, 2019 to:[email protected]

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected

for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. The Township of Clearview is an equal opportunity employer.

Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Please visit: www.clearview.ca

sale of lanD By puBliC TenDer

The CorporaTion of The Township of Clearviewform 6, Municipal act 2001

Take notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on February 13, 2019, at the Township of Clearview Municipal Office, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner Ontario.

The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Township of Clearview Municipal Office, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner Ontario.

Description of lands:

Roll No. 43 29 010 003 43888 0000; PIN 58240-0223 (LT); Part Lot 32 Concession 3 Nottawasaga designated Part 288, Plan R706; S/T execution 95-01537, if enforceable; Clearview; File No. 17-02

Minimum Tender amount: $6,683.43

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount.

except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold. responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax and HST.

The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit:

www.ontarioTaxsales.caor if no internet access available, contact:

Lynn Williams, Tax CollectorThe Corporation of the Township of Clearview217 Gideon Street, P.O. Box 200Stayner ON L0M 1S0, 705-428-6230 Ext 227 • www.clearview.ca

puBliC ConsulTaTion

Members of the public are invited to attend a

CoMMuniTy ConsulTaTion on reCreaTional CannaBis

January 7th at 6:30 PM Council Chambers, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner

The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) is creating an action plan to expand housing in Ontario. The County of Dufferin will take advantage of an opportunity to inform the ministry on the current housing climate in Dufferin County as well as strategies on how to make improvements. Residents of Dufferin County are invited to have input into this process.

The ministry has identified five specific topics of interest: Speed - Does it take too long for development projects to get approved?; Mix - Are there are too many restrictions on what can be built to get the right mix of housing and where it is needed?; Cost - Are development costs too high because of high land prices and government imposed fees and charges?; Rent - Is it too difficult to be

a landlord in Ontario, and are tenants being protected?; Innovation - What other concerns, opportunities and innovations should be considered to increase housing supply?

Consultation sessions are being held: Monday, Jan. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Tony Rose Memorial Centre Banquet Room, in Orangeville; and Monday, Jan. 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Mel Lloyd Centre Auditorium,

in Shelburne.All sessions are free and open to

the public, however registration is required. To register for one of these consultation sessions visit https://goo.gl/1KxVb5.

If you are unable to attend a consultation, the County of Dufferin still wants to hear from you. Visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TZT5XVJ to respond to a brief survey.

dufferin County seeks public input on housing needs

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