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Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee

AGENDA

Monday, February 3, 2020 at 4:30 pm

Sandfield Centre, 102 Derby St West, Alexandria

1) CALL TO ORDER

2) DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF

3) ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR AMENDEMENTS

4) ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

5) ADOPTION OF PREVIOUS MINUTES a. ACHC Minutes for the December 2, 2019 Meeting

6) BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES

7) DELEGATIONS

8) AGENDA ITEMS a. Community Improvement Plan Projects

i. 20950 Laggan-Glenelg Road, Dalkeith – Public Art Component ii. 20 Main Street South, Maxville – Public Art Component design for approval

iii. 169 Main Street North, Alexandria – Building Improvement Component awning change of colour for approval

b. Interpretive Panels – Dalkeith proposal c. Blue Plaque Guidelines

9) PENDING BUSINESS

10) CORRESPONDENCE/INFORMATION ITEMS

NEXT MEETING – March 2, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. at the Sandfield Centre at Island Park (102 Derby Street West, Alexandria ON)

11) ADJOURNMENT

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Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee

MINUTES

Monday, December 2, 2019 at 4:30 pm

Sandfield Centre, 102 Derby St West, Alexandria PRESENT: Jeff Manley, Chair Carma Williams, Deputy Mayor

Karen Davison Wood, Member at Large Deirdre Hill, Member at Large

Michael Madden, Member at Large Sharon McRae, Member at Large

Nicole Nadeau, Member at Large Dane Lanken, Member at Large Tara Kirkpatrick, Ec. Dev & Communications Officer

Anne Leduc, Director – Community Services / Recording Secretary REGRETS: Sarah Huskinson, CAO / Recording Secretary Kasia Olszewska, Municipal Planner

1. CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order at 4:30 p.m.

2. DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

None

3. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR AMENDMENTS

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4. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

Moved by: Michael Madden Seconded by: Nicole Nadeau

THAT the agenda for the Arts, Culture and Heritage Meeting of December 2, 2019 be adopted as amended.

Carried.

5. ADOPTION OF PREVIOUS MINUTES

Moved by: Deirdre Hall Seconded by: Karen Davison Wood

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THAT the minutes for the Arts, Culture and Heritage Meeting of November 4, 2019 be adopted as

presented.

Carried.

6. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES

None

7. DELEGATIONS

None

8. AGENDA ITEMS

a. Community Improvement Plan Projects – Update Staff updated the committee on the status of various CIP projects in North Glengarry. b. Blue Plaque Guidelines The members will review the Blue Plaque Guidelines and forward comments to Anne in time for the February meeting.

c. 2020 Meeting Dates for ACHC

Moved by: Sharon McRae Seconded by: Michael Madden

THAT the Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee approves the calendar dates for 2020.

Carried

d. Timing for the 5-year review of the Community Improvement Plan

Staff will verify with MMA to determine if the plan could have a lifespan of three years instead of 5 years and report back to the Committee. e. Heritage Plaques proposed by Robin Flockton

Mr. Dane Lanken advised that he had edited the text for the three plaques and returned it to Mr. Flockton. Staff has passed on the coordinates for the translator that is used for the Township’s francophone projects and will work with Mr. Flockton to ensure that the French text is aligned with the English text. f. Visit of property located at 16 Kenyon Street E, Alexandria ON K0C 1A0

Mr. Michael Madden kindly conducted a tour of the property that has undergone extensive restorations on each floor. Even though the restorations include very modern amenities such as heated floors, the work

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was done with a respect to the heritage and spirit of the property. The committee members were very pleased to have the possibility to view the final results.

9. PENDING BUSINESS

None

10. CORRESPONDENCE/INFORMATION ITEMS

The CHOnews was distributed by the Chair who remarked that the article on the Gordon and Congregational Churches was on the front page.

11. NEXT MEETING

The next meeting will be held on February 3, 2020 at 4:30 pm at the Sandfield Centre at Island Park (102

Derby Street West, Alexandria ON).

12. ADJOURNMENT

The meeting was adjourned at 6:57 pm by Michael Madden.

________________________________ Jeff Manley Chair

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STAFF REPORT TO ACHC

January 29, 2020

From: Anne Leduc – Director of Community Services &

Tara Kirkpatrick – Economic Development and Communications Officer

RE: New CIP Application – St. Columba Presbyterian Church

20950 Laggan-Glenelg Road, Dalkeith, ON

RECOMMENDED MOTION

THAT the Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee recommends the following to Council for

the Community Improvement Plan Project at 20950 Laggan-Glenelg Road, in Dalkeith as

submitted by the applicants Audrey Nixon Crawford and Gordon Howes, representing the

Board of Directors of the St. Columba Presbyterian Church.

Program D – Public Art Grant, representing a matching grant of 50% of costs, up to

a maximum of $533.00 for the installation of exterior plaque.

BACKGROUND

Program D – Public Art Grant – The Public Art Grant Program provides a matching

grant of 50% up to $1,000 for the installation of an exterior plaque

The fabrication and installation of one 14” x 14” bronze plaque to commemorate

the 200th anniversary of the founding of the St. Columba Congregation in 1819.

Plaque to feature a dark background with raised gold letters.

Attached to the exterior of the church, to the right of the main entry doors.

Affixed into the stone church.

Wording for the plaque:

St. Columba Presbyterian Church

Tigh dhe (House of God)

In 2019 the congregation of St. Columba celebrated 200 years of dedicated worship.

The first Presbyterians to settle in the Township of Lochiel in 1794 came from Glenelg,

Scotland. The congregation was formed in 1819 and the building of the first wooden

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church began when Rev. John McLaurin arrived the following year. At that time, the

name of the settlement changed from Glenelg to Kirk Hill. A new stone church was

built in 1862, dedicated in 1869 and renamed St. Columba. The congregation

remained true to the established Church of Scotland until 1911, at which time they

became part of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. We dedicate this plaque to our

Highland ancestors who, with their fortitude and their faith, left us a rich heritage which

we continue to preserve.

PHOTOS

Plaque to be affixed to right side of door.

Sample Image of the material to be used for the plaque

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Estimated value:

Contractors Element $ before

tax 50% Eligible

Plaque

Significo

14” x 14” bronze

plaque, including

installation

$1,066.00 $533.00 $533.00

Ottawa Brass

14” x 14” bronze

plaque, including

installation

$1,220.00 $610.00

TOTAL Eligible Expenses $1,066.00 $533.00 $533.00

Program D total eligible expenses are $533.

ALTERNATIVES:

Option 1: Recommended – THAT the Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee

recommends the following to Council for the Community Improvement Plan Project at

20950 Laggan-Glenelg Road, in Dalkeith as submitted by the applicants Audrey Nixon

Crawford and Gordon Howes, representing the Board of Directors of the St. Columba

Presbyterian Church.

Program D – Public Art Grant, representing a matching grant of 50% of costs, up to

a maximum of $533.00 for the installation of exterior plaque

Or Option 2: Not recommended – THAT the Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee (ACHC)

does not recommend this project.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

Council has approved the 2020 budget which allocates funds for the Community

Improvement Plan Program.

A $533.00 grant derived from GL 1-4-1950-3702 would be attributed to the Community

Improvement Plan project for the property located at 20950 Laggan-Glenelg Road, in

Dalkeith.

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Public Art Component - Munro & Morris Stain Glass Window for approval

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Building Improvement Grant – 169 Main Street North, Alexandria Change of colour for awnings

A request was received for a change of colour for the awnings at the CIP project located at

169 Main Street North in Alexandria (White Rock Motel). For the sake of expediency, the

ACHC members were canvassed by email for the approval of change of colour from black

(as per the original application) to black and grey (as pictured below).

On Friday, January 25, 2020 the ACHC members received the email with the request and

the following voted in favour of the proposed colour change. No votes were received

against the colour change.

Nicole Nadeau

Michael Madden

Carma Williams

Dane Lanken

Sharon McRae

Jeff Manley.

As per the email vote, it will be recorded that the colour change was accepted by the

committee.

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Interpretive Panel - Dalkeith

Glengarry Military Heritage

DÈ CHO FADA’S THA GU “CANADA? “(How far is it to “Canada?”)

In 1759 following the Battle of the Plains of Abraham, immigrants were free to settle any

territory in eastern North America that was under British rule. Things changed when America

declared its Independence in 1776.

In 1784 disbanded soldiers from the American Revolution drew for lots surveyed along the

north shore of the St. Lawrence River below Pointe Baudette. These lots were based on the McNiff

survey started in 1784 and completed two years later. The two easternmost townships, Lancaster

and Charlottenburgh, were formalized as Glengarry County in1791 when Upper & Lower Canada

were created. When John Graves Simcoe became the first Governor of Upper Canada, the soldier

settlers in Glengarry were, mostly Gaelic speaking Highland Scots and staunchly loyal. The

disbanded soldiers offered the added advantage that the British authorities could call on them as

militia, should it become necessary to protect “The Canada’s” against American aggression. The

first local militia was formed in Stormont and Glengarry in 1796 and known as the 2nd

Battalion,

Royal Canadian Volunteer Regiment of Foot. This regiment was disbanded in 1802 following the

Peace of Amiens.

In 1804 the Loyalists were joined more soldier settlers, 600 Officers and men from the

disbanded British army Glengarry Light Infantry. In 1812, to help fend off American aggression,

the British army raised two additional Canadian regiments. One being the Glengarry Fencibles

raised by Colonel John Macdonell and Rev Alexander Macdonell, and approved by General George

Provost. The Fencibles played a significant role in assisting the British to save Canada during the

war of 1812-14. Throughout the war the British were supported by the Mohawk nation.

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Left is a copy of the McNiff survey map

listing the names of the founding Glengarry

loyalist families.

Far Left: Joseph Brant of the Mohawk Nation

worked with the Fencibles in supporting the

British cause

Near Left: The present badge of the Stormont

Dundas and Glengarry Highlanders with the

Glengarry Fencibles tribute

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Highland emigration continued with Canada and Glengarry being desired destinations.

Lancaster Township was split in 1818, its northern half becoming Lochiel Township, so named in

honour of the Camerons of Lochiel. MacMillan’s, Camerons, Frasers, MacDonalds, MacDonell’s,

MacGillivray’s, McLaurin’s, MacCrimmon’s, McGillis, MacLeod’s, and many others had already

arrived or were soon to arrive with their children, music, language and culture and loyalty intact.

The Glengarry population in 1824 was 7,084.

Political Squabbling between Upper & Lower Canada turned into a rebellion

(Papineau/Mackenzie) in 1836-37. Some 1300 Glengarrian volunteers served on the loyal side in

this rebellion. The Lochiel contingent (the 3rd

) was under the command of Colonel Alexander

Chisholm and later Lt Col Alexander McMartin from 1841.

Fenian border raids on Canada between 1838 1nd 1864, the American civil war 1861-65,

the formation of the 59th

Stormont and Glengarry Battalion (July 3rd

1868, becomes a Regiment in

1900),.the Red River Rebellion 1869, the North West Mounted Police in 1873, the Northwest

Rebellion of 1885 and the South African war 1899- 1902, all kept Glengarry patriotic fever at a

high pitch with the promise of adventure, glory and a bit of cash to all those wishing or enticed to

enlist.

During this time period (1850-1950) the population of Glengarry was 20,524.

It was diversifying. As more people arrived, the predominantly spoken Gaelic language was

giving way to English, French, and other European languages. The County was prospering and

loyal.

August 1914 brought the Great War. Canada was to be involved and Glengarrians were

more than willing to do their part. The 154th Overseas Battalion CEF, the Counties Own, pride and

joy of Lt. Colonel A.G.F. MacDonald, had no shortage of young men wanting to sign up. . If not

the 154th, then the Camerons, the Black Watch, the Royal 22e Régiment or any other regiment was

pleased to enlist the strong well built Glengarry lads.. The romance of war gave way to the

staggering number of dead. The Canadian Forces were noted for their bravery and leadership on the

field. From this area, Claude Nunney received the Victoria Cross; Rev. Ewen J. MacDonald, James

Ranald Mac Donald, W. J. Franklin, Allen Duff Davis and Peter Gélineau were awarded the

Military Cross.

Far left: Camerons of Lochiel badge

Near left:The Highland Clearances were the evictions

of a significant number of tenants in the Scottish

Highlands and Islands, mostly in the period 1750 to

1860 to make way for sheep farming profit.

Far left: Breadalbane Cemetery Tombstone of Captain

James Lothian, 26th

Reg. of Michigan Inf.

Near Left: Medal given to Pte. Malcolm MacKenzie,

Brodie east, for his efforts in the North West rebellion

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The Roaring ‘20s gave way to the Depression of the ‘30’s. As World War II approached,

there was little sign of abatement in Glengarrians’ desire to serve. Many served as part of the

Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highlanders which was reorganized in the 1920s. Of the many

braves nurses and soldiers who served, Brigadier Donald C. Cameron was said to be the most

decorated Glengarry soldier of the war, having been awarded a D.S.O. with bar (1944/5). Dougal

MacGillivray from the 8th

of Lochiel was awarded a D.S.O. on his 55th bombing mission. Lt. Col

Howard Scott Mitchell, a doctor,, of the RCAMC and was in charge of Canadian Hospitals #1 and

#5

Following WW2, Glengarrians continued to serve in Korea and with the United Nations

peacekeeping forces around the world. The SD&G Highlanders continues to carry the proud

traditions of Glengarry’s military heritage.

“Why argue that all is well, what the future holds no one can tell;

But (s)he who arms both head and hand serves best (her)himself, (her)his home, (her)his land.”

(Charles R. Barrett)

OR

” Peace & Goodwill among all creeds and our country for ourselves”

(Rev. Alexander Macdonell)

Far left: Edith Rayside was Matron in charge of

No.2 and No. 11 Canadian Hospitals in France

Near left: nursing sister Catherine Gélineau from

Lochiel, honoured by the U.S for her medical

services during the war.

Far left: Donald C. Cameron, 5th

Lochiel

Near left; Flying Officer Dougal

MacGillivray, 8th

of Lochiel

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Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program

Instructions for Nomination Form

This document is available in alternative format upon request

Prior to completing the form it is strongly recommended that you review the

eligibility criteria for the Blue Plaque Program:

Only one plaque is erected per person - start by checking with

Township Staff to:

o Ensure your candidate hasn't been commemorated by a plaque

yet.

o Discuss your idea so that we can advise on whether it is already

being considered, or has been turned down.

At least 20 years must have passed since a candidate’s death and a

building attributable to the candidate must be standing.

The building must be visible by the public without trespassing on private property.

Buildings with many personal associations, such as churches, schools and theatres, are not

normally considered for plaques.

No more than two plaques are allowed on one building.

Nominations to commemorate buildings that have historical significance for an event, or a group of

individuals, will be considered.

The proposer for the nomination is responsible for obtaining the necessary consent for the plaque

to be installed on the building.

The consent form must be signed by the property owner or the property owner’s agent in order to

proceed with the evaluation of the application.

Types of plaques

There are two types of blue plaques:

Individuals A blue plaque may commemorate an individual (such as Dorothy Dumbrille), or a group of people

associated with one building. Please note that a maximum of three names may be placed on a plaque.

Wider Historical Association

Exceptionally, a plaque may commemorate the wider historical association of a building such as the Munro

& McIntosh Carriage Co. building if it were still standing.

If you have any questions before you proceed please contact us at the Township by telephone at 613-525-

1313 or by email at tara@northglengarry.ca.

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Township of North Glengarry Blue Plaque Program

Nomination Form

Section 1: Your information

Your First Name:

Your Last Name:

Email address:

Telephone number:

Home Address:

Organization (if representing one):

Position in Organization:

Section 2: Type of Plaque

Descriptions in Information on Nomination Form above

Select type of Plaque:

Individual Wider Historical Association

Section 3: Address for the building on which the Plaque will be installed:

Proposed Property Name:

Number & Street: Town: Postal Code:

Is this your property? Yes No (if no, complete the information on the Property Owner)

Has the Property Owner signed the Consent Form?

Yes No

Give a brief description on how the suggested building is associated with the nominee / building with wider historical associations

Photograph(s) of the building are required:

Included

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Section 4: Nomination for an individual only

****Please complete one form for each individual to be nominated****

Nominee’s First Name:

Nominee’s Last Name:

Nominee’s Formal Title:

Profession / Occupation:

Date of Birth: Day ______ / Month _________________ / Year _______

Date of Death: (must have died 20 years ago to be eligible)

Day ______ / Month _________________ / Year _______

Please give a brief account of the life and achievements for the nominee. Indicate how they meet the eligibility requirement:

Please give a brief description on how the nominee has:

Made some important contribution to human welfare or happiness; and/or

Made an exceptional impact in terms of public recognition; and/or

Grounds for believing that the nominee is regarded as eminent and distinguished by a majority of members of their own profession or calling.

Details of Other Honours:

Attachments, references or links to information that may help with the decision-making:

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Section 5: Nomination for a building with wider historical associations

Proposed Property Name:

Number & Street: Town: Postal Code:

Is this your property? Yes No (if no, complete the information on the Property Owner)

Has the Property Owner signed the Consent Form?

Yes No

Details on why this building deserves a plaque and how it meets the selection criteria:

Details on the building such as date, architect and builder:

Attachments, references or links to information that may help with the decision-making:

Photograph(s) of the building are required:

Included

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Section 6: Consent Form

Proposed Property Name:

Number & Street: Town: Postal Code:

Proposed Location:

Photographs of location: Included

Property Owner Information

First Name of Property Owner:

Last Name of Property Owner:

Property Owner’s Address:

Telephone Number: Cell Number:

Email:

Number & Street: Town: Postal Code:

Agent for the Owner Information (if applicable)

First Name of Property Owner:

Last Name of Property Owner:

Property Owner’s Address:

Telephone Number: Cell Number:

Email:

Number & Street: Town: Postal Code:

In consideration and as a condition of the Township of North Glengarry (“Township”) approving

the production of a Blue Plaque, the Owner, or the Owner’s Authorized Agent, agrees to the

following:

That a Blue Plaque for an individual or a building with wider historical associations shall be installed

on the property indicated above.

That the Blue Plaque will be installed in a location that is visible to the public without trespassing

on private property. This location is determined prior to the evaluation of the property.

The cost for production and installation of the plaque is the responsibility of the Township and the

Blue Plaque remains the property of the Township.

In the event that the property is sold and that the new owner does not wish to retain the Blue

Plaque, the Township’s responsibility is limited solely to the removal of the Blue Plaque.

Signed at _____________________ this __________ day of _____________________, 20_______.

Owner: _______________________________

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What happens next?

Thank you for submitting a nomination form to Township of North Glengarry’s Blue Plaque

Program. The form will be checked and researched for biographical and address evidence. If the

nomination is accepted as valid, the Nomination Form will be reviewed by the members of the

Township’s Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee (“ACHC”) which meets on a monthly basis. The

ACHC may turn down, request further research to be provided before a decision can be made, or

approve the nomination.

The proposer for the nomination is responsible for obtaining the necessary consent for the plaque

to be installed on the building.

Unveilings and special events to commemorate a new plaque are organised in partnership with

the proposer and external supporters.

The Township of North Glengarry is subject to the Municipal Freedom of Information and

Protection of Privacy Act ("MFIPPA"). Any documentation submitted, along with all

correspondence, documentation and information shall become subject to MFIPPA, and may be

released, pursuant to that Act.

Contact information:

Tara Kirkpatrick

Economic Development and Communications Officer

Township of North Glengarry

90 Main Street South

Alexandria ON K0C 1A0

Tel: 613-525-1313

Cell: 613-551-3477