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Fire crews from across Woolwich Township were on scene at a blaze at Elbru Distributors north of Elmira on Tuesday. The fire destroyed a workshop, machinery and lumber stock, causing $1.25 million in damage. [colin dewar / the observer]
Fire destroys woodworking facility north of ElmiraDamage to Elbru Distributors pegged at $1.25 million; 60 firefighters from four Woolwich stations battle blaze
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A fire that tore through a hardwood manufacturer north of Elmira Tuesday morning left behind $1.25 million in damage and exhausted firefighters from four Wool-wich stations.
For hours the firefight-ers, working in short shifts, battled the inferno that had engulfed the Elbru Distributors woodworking manufacturing operation. The fire spread quickly and before noon had destroyed most of the company’s building.
Black smoke could be seen across the northern part of Woolwich Town-ship heading east towards Guelph.
The heat was severe and combined with the strong winds and humidity on Tuesday made it tough on 60 firefighters as they struggled to contain a blaze
at a lumberyard and hard-wood flooring facility.
Fire crews focused their attention on a silo full of sawdust in the afternoon and doused it with water as they contained the fire.
“We were on scene at 10:40 a.m. and by the early afternoon we had the fire under control,” said Wool-wich Township fire chief Rick Pedersen in a phone interview Wednesday.
Crews remained at the scene through out the day working on spot fires with-in wood chips.
“We got the fire knocked down around noon, it was a stubborn one,” said Peder-sen. “For the rest of the day we had crews making sure no flare ups occurred and the last truck left the scene at 7:20 p.m.”
Four stations – Elmira, St. Jacobs, Floradale and Conestogo – were called to
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Playgrounds are a place where children can be spontaneous and also learn and explore.
Children living near Block 45 on Lawrence Street in Wellesley will soon be able to have those experiences closer to home as the township last week approved construction of a new playground.
Both the township and the Wellesley Recreation Service Board will contrib-ute $7,550 towards the new play centre.
Township staff obtained three quotes from play-ground builders, with Rec-reation Playsystems in St. Clements offering the low-est bid with $15,100.
The area near Block 45 has no playground and the town-
During an unpredict-able summer growers may need all the help they can get. A new project as-sociated with the Canada-Ontario Farm Steward-ship Program (COFSP) is beginning to show up on the radars of local farmers and greenhouse owners. Cost-share funding of 30 or 50 per cent is avail-able through a program designed to improve envi-ronmental performance of commercial greenhouse, landscape nursery and veg-
Playground approved for Wellesley subdivision
colin DeWAr ship has received numerous calls over the years request-ing that one be provided on the site to benefit the fami-lies and children living there.
The township funding will come from the Town-ship of Wellesley 5% Park Fund Reserve.
“The park fund is for something new for an area that doesn’t have anything. It has been the township’s past practices to put money into the reserve so that we can build things like play-grounds,” said director of facilities Brad Voisin. “This kind of project is definitely what the reserve is for. It is for parks development.”
The township will prep the site, but the price includes installation of the equip-ment, Voisin told council. The structure will be a com-bination of both plastic and
steel and will be moveable should the property become a road access for future de-velopment. The playground could be moved to another nearby location with the new developed area.
“This playground project has been kicking around since I started here,” said Will McLaughlin, execu-tive director of operations. “There have been requests for a playground in that subdivision for the last nine years. It has taken a lot to get it all in place and likely the little kids that it was ini-tially meant for are not little kids anymore but there are always little kids and I am sure they will enjoy it.”
McLaughlin said ad-ministrators hope to have something like a play-ground in every subdivi-sion in township.
New provincial stewardship program helps farmers with irrigation projectselenA MAystrUk etable farm operations.
Though there have been a number of applicants, not all of them are eligible to receive cost share funds, program contact John Benham explains. Suitable applicants must have a cur-rent and approved third edition environmental farm plan and must own a legal farm entity with a farm business registration number. Other details on the application process can be found on the Ontario Soil and Crop Improve-ment Association (OSCIA) website.
OSCIA lists a number of best management practices supported by the current initiative, including habitat, pest and irrigation manage-ment as well as nutrient recovery for waste water and runoff control. According to Benham, there are few greenhouse operations in the Waterloo and Wellington areas, yet some major busi-nesses are eligible for the program. Waterloo Flowers owner and applicant Ron Miziolek runs one of Bre-slau’s major greenhouse op-erations and is happy about the opportunity.
“It’s insanely helpful and I would say, yes, entirely necessary because without a driving initiative from someone and without sup-port for it we wouldn’t be able to improve our envi-ronmental stewardship,” Miziolek said.
There is a process to ob-taining the programs cost share funding. Farmers must take on an approved environmental initiative and meet the pre-planned deadline for its comple-tion. After proof of pay-ment is provided, quali-fied applicants receive a
percentage of their money back.
The funds have been set aside to help farmers make necessary improve-ments to their businesses but Benham explained that there don’t seem to be any overarching environmental issues that need to be fixed through the funding. He compares it to the environ-mental farm plan, which focuses on ventures such as manure storages and improving wells. Yet this money is allotted for a dif-ferent purpose.
“Same as the environ-
mental farm plan there is cost-share money available to help farmers improve their situations. But this other program is aimed partly at irrigation and handling water after it leaves the greenhouse so it’s not contaminating other water,” he said.
The project is designed to improve and sustain. With support form the Can-ada-Ontario Farm Stew-ardship Program (COFSP), efforts are directed towards water efficiency and the enhancement of environ-mental practices.
While kids still have a month and a half before school starts, efforts are un-derway to make the expen-sive time of the year easier on low-income families in the townships. The Wool-wich Community Services (WCS) Backpack Program is already in full swing, with letters gone out to com-munity organizations and churches asking for dona-tions of cash and school supplies.
WCS director of commu-nity support Kellie Christie said the letters of request went out in May and now volunteers are posting fly-ers on school property and within the community let-ting the public know WCS is now taking donations.
Other non-profit WCS pro-grams are year-long projects. The WCS Thrift Shop, for
It's still midsummer, but WCS seeking donations for its backpack program
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example, sells seasonal and school clothing for children and adults. But during the last two weeks of August, the organization opens their WCS office at 73 Arthur St. in Elmira, to children going to school in the fall. They can pick out a grade-appropriate backpack and fill it with as-sorted school supplies.
“We give them a list of what they are going to need
and they just shop for them. We don’t fill the backpack, we like the kids to do their own shopping so they can pick out their favorite pen-cils, rulers, notebooks and characters,” Christie ex-plained.
Another difference between the backpack program and other WCS ser-
WCS director of community support Kellie Christie with some of the items the agency is looking for in this year's collection drive. [elena maystruk / the observer]
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A remediation plan for part of the Chemtura site in Elmira contami-nated by dioxins is inad-equate and fails to address the potential hazards, says the head of the community watchdog group charged
with monitoring the chemical plant.
The company an-nounced Tuesday it would remove some of the contaminants,
capping the ma-jority in place
at the site of two former gravel pits on the east
side of the property.
Pronouncing himself “deeply disappointed,” Chemtura Public Advisory Committee chair Dan Holt said the move flies in the face of the company’s as-surances it would remove the source of the contami-nation once it was identi-fied.
“We don’t feel that that’s really going to take care of it,” he said of the com-pany’s plan. “It’s just not adequate. It’s not right.”
Chemtura plans to spend about $2 million hauling off some 1,200 cubic me-ters of contaminated soil from what’s known as grav-el pit 1 (GP1) and installing a heavy plastic barrier over it and neighbouring GP2. Work is expected to get un-derway in October and last two or three months.
The work goes beyond the minimum of simply capping both pits recom-
prey tell Me More ABoUt tHose BirDs Chemtura remediation plan inadequate, says CPAC headCompany plans to spend $2 million removing some contaminants, capping the rest on Elmira site
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mended by Chemtura’s consultants, said plant manager Jozef Olejarz.
“This is one of the big-gest projects in recent years,” he said of Chem-tura’s undertaking, noting the voluntary steps going above and beyond what was required for the site.
For Holt, however, the decision does not go far enough.
“Why don’t you just go ahead and remove the source?” he asked of the company’s decision.
By leaving the contami-nants in place, the compa-ny risks seeing dioxins and DDT one day being washed into the nearby Canaga-gigue Creek and the Grand River system, he argued.
“It’s literally a cover-up,” said Holt of plans simply to cap the contamination. “They need to remove the source material, no ifs, ands or buts about it.”
Jeff Merriman, Chem-tura’s manager of environ-mental remediation, said he expects the measures will guard against any mo-bilization of the contami-nants. The company will continue to watch the area.
“We’ll have regular moni-toring of that region of the site,” he explained, noting this project is the last in the long series of remediation efforts that have been un-dertaken since 1987.
This work, however, is not connected to the ongo-ing attempts to clean up contaminated groundwater underneath Elmira.
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Good oral health is important to a child’s over-all health.
However, for some low-income families regular dental checkups may not be affordable.
To that end the Ontario government, as part of its poverty reduction pro-gram, has established the Healthy Smiles Ontario (HSO) and is working with the Woolwich Community Health Centre (WCHC) in St. Jacobs providing free dental screenings for children under the age of 17 that come from a low-income family whose net income is less than $20,000 per year.
There are free dental checkups held weekly at the WCHC for resi-dents of Woolwich. Anyone attending a dental screening must provide proof of their annual earnings by providing their an-nual Goods and Services Tax Credit Entitlement Notice or annual Canada Child Tax Benefit and On-tario Child Benefit Notice as well as a government-issued identification like a driver’s license, health card or passport.
“So many families don’t have insurance, which means that parents can’t afford to even get checkups for their children and if they let it go for too long there can be some serious tooth decay which can cause pain and then they are in an emergency situa-tion,” said Anna Wall, pro-gram coordinator. “There can be some serious health
WCHC coordinating dental program for low-income families
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Shaun Cowan of the Canadian Raptor Conservancy was at the Elmira library on Wednesday educating some 65 young children about birds of prey. Among the birds at the show were a Harris’ hawk, barn owl, American kestrel, red tail hawk and bald eagle. [colin dewar / the observer]
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The Fish Quill Poetry Boat Tour is paddling back to Grand River for an en-core. Five poets and one
understand that this is unrelated to our ongoing remediation of the aquifer and that the pits in ques-tion are not an ongoing threat for off-site contami-nation,” said Olejarz. “We are taking these steps to ensure the long-term con-tainment of the site and safety of the immediate area.”
The company has been using a pump-and-treat process to remove a pair of toxins – NDMA (nitrosodi-methylamine) and chloro-benzene – from the former drinking water aquifers un-derneath Elmira. Discovery in 1989 of the carcinogenic NDMA precipitated a crisis in Elmira, leading to the construction of a pipeline
from Waterloo, which sup-plies the town with water to this day.
In that case, too, Holt argues removal of source contaminants is required. While the groundwater is-sue is subject to ongoing Ministry of the Environ-ment orders because the problem has spread beyond the Chemtura site, the is-sues with GP1 and GP2 are limited to company prop-erty, allowing for far fewer controls.
With the aquifers, CPAC is also worried Chemtura’s actions are inadequate. The company is supposed to remediate the ground-water by 2028, bringing it back to drinking water standards. It’s pledged to meet that deadline, though both CPAC and Woolwich
Township earlier this year formally called on the province to take a tougher stance, arguing the dead-line can’t be met under cur-rent conditions.
On that issue, the com-pany acknowledges there have been problems with the pump-and-treat system, but says recent pumping rates have the treatment protocol back on track.
Merriman said the pro-cess will meet the 2028 target, calling for critics to wait for the latest five-year review of the project, expected in September, before making any judg-ments.
“That will give us a good picture of where we stand,” he said of the review and related computer model-ling data.
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cHeMtUrA: Company satisfied with its effortsChemtura's Jeff Merriman on the portion of the Elmira site slated for a $2-million remediation project in the fall. [colin dewar / the observer]
Poetry meets canoes in annual trek along the GrandFish Quill Poetry Boat Tour will be making stops in Elmira, West Montrose on a trip that begins Aug. 9
elenA MAystrUk musician will embark on a 10-day tour of the river by canoe, setting up poetry readings along the way, including stops at the West Montrose covered bridge
and in and Elmira. The tour was founded in
2010 by poets Linda Besner and Leigh Kotsilidis.
“Presses don’t often tour authors to smaller com-
munities so we decided to bring poetry to people rather than having people come to the big city. We thought a canoe would be kind of a quirky way to conduct a tour. Its also the main way a lot of trans-portation happens in your specific part of Ontario, so its kind of nodding to the history of the area as well,” explained Kotsilidis of the event’s origins.
The tour focuses on bringing contemporary art to smaller communities along the river, often over-looked by Canadian read-ing tours that favour major city locations. The group will launch out of Toronto on Aug. 9 and reach their first destination in Elora on Aug. 11. Altogether the tour will run for 10 days, with stops at nine locations.
Much of the funding for the group comes from the publishing houses that
handle the artists. But the tour has also gained spon-sors and collaborators, the BridgeKeepers and Grand River Conservation Author-ity.
Local environmental top-ics will echo through the some of the work presented on the tour, but Kotsilidis explains that the group will also cover a variety of other subjects related to sustain-ability and environmental awareness.
“One of our poets, Darryl Whetter, his poetry tends to be ecological in theme. That’s not necessarily the focus of all of our work but we are just trying to focus on some of the environ-mental sustainability con-cerns of the local commu-nities thorough our tour.”
Each artist is allot-ted about seven minutes on stage to perform and at each location, the six poets invite at least two
local writers or musicians to perform along side the troupe at each perfor-mance location. Access to campgrounds and lo-cal communities allows the poets to travel only by canoes provided to them by local sponsors, Treks in the Wild. Still, Kotsilidis explains that roughing it has its downside with food, timing and lack of privacy presenting constant chal-lenges. Yet the convenience of the unconventional transport method is unde-niable for the group.
“The number of commu-nities on the river is excep-tional,” she said.
Scrapping their initial idea three years ago to use horses for the tour, Kotsi-lidis notes that the Grand River was a perfect choice for the trip, as the river can be easily navigated by even the most inexperienced boaters.
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Elmira transfer station operators Annet Viveen (left) and Evelyn Hahn were most concerned about the gasoline pooled at the bottom of the boat after it was left for disposal Wednesday. [elena maystruck / the observer]
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July 12
6:30 pM | A man reported his wallet missing after he had visited the St. Jacobs Farmer’s Market. Inside the wallet was a Scottish driving license. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Elmira detachment.
6:45 pM | A Kitchener woman driving a minivan was charged with ‘pass on right not in safety’ after attempting to overtake a farm truck operated by a Clifford man on Weber Street North. She tried to pass on the right shoulder, hitting the tire guards. The truck was making a legal turn into the market when the collision occurred. No injuries were reported. The minivan sustained severe damage.
July 13
8:00 AM | A barbecue was stolen off the deck of an Isabella Street residence in Linwood by un-known suspects. The investigation continues.
4:30 pM | A youth’s bike was stolen from the bike rack at the Woolwich Memorial Centre in Elmira. The blue Avigo bike was locked to the rack at the time. Police are continuing to investigate.
Police and Woolwich firefighters responded to a fire at St. Teresa school in Elmira about 11:10 on July 17.
A portable on the school’s property was set on alight. The fire was quickly extinguished. Police are continu-ing to investigate the cause of the fire, which has been deemed suspicious. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Elmira detachment.
Nightingale rebuild moves to final stage
The reconstruction of Nightingale Crescent in Elmira moves into the final stage Monday, with the stretch between 22 Nightingale Cr. and Mockingbird Drive to be closed until approximately Aug. 31.
Stage two of the project – Nightingale Crescent between Purple Martin Court and 22 Nightingale Cr. – is expected to wrap up by the end of next week, with asphalt to be applied July 25, according
to information released this week by Woolwich Township.
It’s Chemtura on the line
Answered your phone to find someone asking questions about Chemtura? You’re not alone. The chemical producer is polling Elmira residents to gauge public opinion and help craft a communications strategy.
It’s part of a plan to help the facility regain its Responsible Care designation from the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada. The designation
wasn’t renewed in the last review in part due to the way the company communicates with the public.
Plant manager Jozef Olejarz said this week the company is committed to becoming more transparent as part of its “community outreach.” The telephone survey will help it gauge residents’ awareness of Chemtura.
“It’s a helpful tool to be a better corporate citizen and a better neigh-bour,” he said, adding the goal is to answer a fairly basic question: “What can we do to improve communications with our neighbours?”
Roundabout education continues
Still not sure about navigating the roundabouts popping up all over Waterloo Region? There’s a video with your name on it.
As part of this year’s roundabout education campaign – “Learn the Turn! ... Roundabout Essentials 2012” – the region has put together a new training video. The video entitled “How the heck do you drive in a roundabout?” instructs viewers on essential
roundabout driving skills in order to drive a roundabout properly, safely and easily.
This video takes the viewer, step-by-step through rules of roundabouts and the thought processes on approaching, driving through and exiting a roundabout. It covers the basic rules of roundabouts, the meaning of round-about signage, signaling, pedestrians, and trucks in roundabouts.
The video has been distributed widely to regional libraries, high schools, driving schools, insurance companies, and local businesses. It can also be viewed in its entirety or in smaller “chapters” on the Region’s
roundabout website, www.goroundabout.ca.
CLARIFICATION
Candice Grube, the subject of a story in last week’s Observer, was living with her father in Listowel at the time of the accident that claimed her life. Ambiguous information was supplied to the paper.
Construction work at St. Teresa school in Elmira is being carried out by PM Contracting Ltd. Incorrect information appeared in the July 7 issue. The Observer regrets the error.
Police investigation suspicious fire at St. Teresa school in Elmira
July14
1:00 pM | Police were con-tacted about graffiti at an Isabella residence in Linwood. Black and blue paint were used and the unknown suspects left the empty spray cans behind. Police have sent the cans to the Waterloo Identification Unit for fingerprint analysis. The investiga-tion is ongoing.
5:30 pM | Police and firefight-ers responded to a barn fire at Jesse Place in Woolwich Township. The fire was contained to the feed room and silo. Some 140 head of cattle and 500 chickens were in the barn at the time. No animals were injured.
July 17
2:30 pM | Elmira firefighters were called to extinguish a mulch fire at the Foodland store. The fire was quickly dealt with. No damage was reported.
10:00 pM | A woman walking her dog along Barnswallow Drive near Porchlight Drive in Elmira reported seeing a man performing an indecent act while sitting in his older-model beige Dodge Caravan. The man was described as medium build with a goatee. When police arrived they could not locate the suspect.
risks if you let it go too long.”After the initial screen-
ing and a child qualifies for the program, the agency will issue a HSO client card. The card must be pre-sented to all dental provid-ers at every appointment. The client card is valid only for one year but if all of the necessary documentation is provided to confirm eli-gibility, then children are eligible for three years with a new card issued each year.
“The initial meeting is a checkup and then we do the paperwork to see if they qualify. There are different options available: we have the basic one, which is free dental for three years, but if they have limited docu-mentation we can offer a one-year plan,” said Wall.
Children are allowed two dental visits a year as part of basic dental care.
The WCHC will outline the range of dental service options available in the community and provide the card that may be taken
to a private dentist or den-tal hygienist who is partici-pating in the program.
“If patients don’t have a dentist then we find them a dentist. It can be difficult finding a dentist that is ac-cepting new patients so we help them find one.”
The program launched in July 2011 and the WCHC has had numerous screen-ings over the year.
“The program has been very successful as we have a lot of people now getting free checkups and dental treatment,” said Wall. “We
have had a lot of interest from the Woolwich area as there are quite a few low-income families, most of them are Low German speaking families who don’t speak English and we are capable of helping them as we have people on site who act as interpret-ers.”
For more information about the Healthy Smile Ontario program visit their website at www.healthys-milesontario.com or contact Anna Wall at [email protected].
the scene, with a total of 60 firefighters and 13 fire trucks responding.
“None of the Elbru em-ployees were injured. They all got out quickly and un-harmed,” said Pedersen.
Two firefighters suffered heat exhaustion and were treated by paramedics at the scene.
According to Pederson the cause of the fire was ac-cidental, as cleaning fumes were ignited by electrical equipment.
The estimated loss and damages has been deter-mined to be $1.25 million including the lumber stock, machinery and building that were destroyed in the fire.
Arthur Street North remained closed between Florapine Road and Sandy Hills Drive while fire crews fought the blaze.
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Some 60 firefighters working in short shifts fought the fire at the woodworking manufacturing facility for hours on Tuesday. [colin dewar / the observer]
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Wellesley Appoints New Township Executive Director (Interim)
Following the recent retirement of the Executive Director Corporate/Clerk, Susan Duke, Council of the Township of Wellesley has awarded the position of Executive Director of Corporate and Operations (Interim) to Willis McLaughlin as of July 3, 2012.
McLaughlin has been employed by the Township as the Direc-tor of Public Works and Environment since August 2003, and most recently as Executive Director of Operations. He began his career in engineering in 1972 and joined the City of Kitchener as an Operations Supervisor in 1996. McLaughlin is a Certi�ed Municipal Manager, Level 3 with management and communica-tions certi�cates from Wilfred Laurier University. He is a member of OACETT, is licensed under TSSA and holds a Waste Water Certi�cate Level 3 from the Ministry of the Environment. During his 40 years in engineering, heavy construction and municipal operations, he has developed an extensive network of contacts at many levels of government and in the private sector. He looks forward to serving the residents of the Town-ship of Wellesley, by meeting the present day challenges and moving forward with initiatives for the future.
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The Junior Farmers Association has been revived in Waterloo Region.
After nearly eight years of inactivity a new club has formed under the watch-ful eye of Barclay Nap and Graham Johnston, who are both Junior Farmer alumni volunteers working with the club as mentors until the group becomes self-sufficient and understands the program.
Currently the club has 12 members who meet monthly to plan their community in-volvement, organize month-ly socials and learn about parliamentary procedures. For the next few months the club will be trying to meet the requirements to become an official club with the Ju-nior Farmers Association of Ontario (JFAO).
“There are guidelines that have to be met each year which help fulfill the mission statement of provincial junior farmers which is to build future rural leaders through self help and community bet-terment. The focus is on developing leadership and volunteer skills,” said Nap during a phone interview.
Junior Farmers find new life in the regioncolin DeWAr The club first began in
the early part of the 20th century when most of Ontario was rural. Sons of farmers who didn’t have the opportunity to go to college or university were taught advancements in agriculture through uni-versities and the provincial government. In 1914 one group of young farmers took some of the informa-tion they have learned and applied it to their commu-nity in a broader scale. This group formed into a social club and by 1944 developed into the provincial associa-tion of the JFAO.
The club is open to any-one interested in joining and provides opportunities for young people age 15 to 29 of all backgrounds, but especially those in rural Ontario. Members take on the challenge of exploring their individual talents and potential to develop person-ally while being involved in bettering their communi-ties and networking.
“For those young men and women in Waterloo (Region) the club offers a chance to be social with other youth that have simi-lar background and inter-ests while being part of a
group where leadership and volunteering skills are taught and applying those skills in the community,” said Nap.
This summer members of the regional club have adopted part of Nafziger Road to clean it up and have held a learn-to-square-dance night in Winterbourne as square dancing is something that is part of rural Ontario’s culture, he said.
Provincially the group is capable of participating in exchanges with other rural youth programs in other parts of the world. There are provincial com-petitions that have clubs competing against other clubs in different sporting, cultural and agricultural based competitions.
To display the diversity of agriculture in the re-gion, the club is hosting a Mystery Farm Bus Tour
on July 20. For the cost of $20 guests will have a day of visiting local farm busi-nesses with each location on the tour showcasing the finest in agriculture across the region.
The new club meets on the first Sunday of the month at the New Ham-burg Community Centre. For more information about the organization contact the club at [email protected].
vices is that visitors are not required to provide verifica-tion of their income, though the agency relies on an hon-our system to ensure sup-plies go only to low-income families.
While the program is called a backpack drive there are many other school sup-plies WCS hopes to provide; some are needed more than others. Christie noted if people are not sure what supplies to donate, cash of-ferings help the organization hone in on gaps in donations of specific school supplies.
“Primary scissors are something that we need and of course we go through a lot of crayons and pencil crayons. Lunch bags are also something we tend to give out to the younger groups and those are things we nev-er seem to have enough of.”
The non-profit communi-ty organization relies heavily on community support to provide for children from low-income households. Christie said that thanks to dedicated contributors, the program has never had any problems meeting the yearly quota for backpacks provided to low-income households.
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The Junior Farmers Association of Waterloo has been resurrected after nearly a decade of inactivity. Club members meet monthly at the New Hamburg Community Centre to organize social events and plan their community involvement. [submitted]
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ToronTo Mayor rob Ford wants federal and provincial help following a spate of shoot-ings in his city, but there’s more to it than call-ing in reinforcements.
In trying to deal with the death by gunfire of four people in three days, and the community concern that’s followed, Ford is looking for solutions in keeping with his political philosophy: more money for cops and tougher sentences for criminals who use guns.
That’s understandable, but there are far more factors at play here. Ford is right in acknowledging the problem extends well beyond municipal control – from economic policies to immigration, blame for Toronto’s decline extends well beyond local government. Government policies have created this mess over a number of years, it won’t be cleaned up overnight.
Still, the recent violence should be placed in context. As officials have pointed out, this is not what was dubbed the summer of the gun: in 2005, Toronto saw 24 people killed by firearms between June 12 and Sept. 16. That year, 52 people were killed by guns. So far in 2012, Toronto has seen 28 mur-ders, 19 by guns.
Statistics show violent crime has been decreasing for de-cades, though it’s difficult to trust in numbers with murders in the headlines. The fact is, however, that the number of murders continues to decline, even in Toronto, which actu-ally ranked in at only 52 in last year’s Maclean’s magazine ranking of Canada’s most dangerous cities (Prince George, BC, had the dubious honour of being number one).
Despite the worry that comes with this week’s shootings, homicides remain a relatively rare occurrence in Canada, ac-cording to Statistics Canada figures. In 2010, there were 554 homicides in Canada, representing less than one per cent of violent incidents reported to police, despite the fact murders are more likely than other crimes to be reported to police.
Those 554 murders represent the lowest level in 2010, and a substantial decrease following a decade of relative stability, 56 fewer than the year before. The 2010 homicide rate fell to 1.62 per 100,000 population, its lowest level since 1966. To put that in perspective, recent figures put the U.S. rate at 4.8 per 100,000, much higher but nothing like the numbers seen in more volatile parts of the world such as Honduras (87), El Salvador (71), Jamaica (39) and South Africa (32).
Given those numbers, events this week in Toronto shouldn’t be blown out of proportion. That doesn’t mean ev-erything is fine. Gang violence – talked about this week and in connection to the Eaton Centre shootings, for instance – is particularly unnerving, especially when innocents get caught in the crossfire.
Even in the case of gangs and organized crime, the num-ber of murders is falling, accounting for fewer than one in five homicides in Canada each year. In 2010, 94 homicides (17 per cent) were considered by police to be gang-related. This represented a 25 per cent drop and the second annual decline, following a high in 2008 when 138 homicides were reported by police as gang-related.
Victims of gang-related homicides, like persons accused in these incidents, are usually male, relatively young and are often involved in criminal activities themselves. Close to seven in 10 victims in gang-related homicides (68 per cent) had a criminal record. Victims of these homicides were also more likely to be involved in criminal activities themselves.
If there’s a common thread between some of these mur-ders, officials should identify it and then move to eliminate the causes. That’s going to take more than a short-term ef-fort.
No quick fix for Toronto's spate of gun violence
What has been hap-pening in North Korea re-cently is straight out of the “Hereditary Dictatorship for Dummies” handbook. Kim Jong-un, the pudgy young heir to the leader-ship of one of the world’s last Communist states, is removing powerful people who were loyal to his father and replacing them with men (it’s always men) who owe their advancement only to him.
Vice-Marshal Ri Yong-ho, the chief of the North Kore-an army until late last week, was not disloyal to the new boss. On the contrary, Ri’s support was vital in ensur-ing a smooth transition af-ter the death of Kim Jong-Il, the old boss, and he gave it unstintingly. But in the end the vice-marshal didn’t owe everything to Kim Jong-un, so he had to go.
In his place, Kim Jong-un has promoted a man nobody had ever heard of before. His name is Hyon Yong-chol, but you don’t have to remember it un-
There are varieties of nepotism to be found in the two Koreasless you really want to. The point is that Hyon will have annoyed a lot of other gen-erals in the army because he has been promoted over their heads, and so he is absolutely dependent on the good will of the young master.
Meanwhile, the propa-ganda that is intended to promote Kim Jong-un to the rank of god-king pours forth. When he visited an air force training unit, the North Korean news agency reported, he “guided the flight training of pilots.” At a concert, he “gave precious teachings for the perform-ing activities of the Korean People’s Army Military Band.” It turns out that he is an expert in pretty well everything.
And just to be sure, Kim Jong-un had himself promoted to Marshal this week, so now he outranks everybody else in the armed forces. At least he hasn’t had all his brothers and half-brothers killed in order to rule out any challenges from within the family, like the Ottoman sultans used to do after they ascended the throne. So there IS progress, you see.
Things are done very
differently in South Korea. There the presidents are chosen by the free vote of all the people (or at least all the ones who bother to vote). But the candidate most likely to win the presidential elections this December is the daughter of the dictator who ruled the country with an iron hand for two decades, until he was finally assassinated in 1979.
There are, to be sure, some striking differences between Ms Park Geun-hye, who will probably be South Korea’s first female presi-dent, and the callow youth who is scrambling to put his stamp on the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea up north.
Park has earned her candidacy by a lifetime of public service, including a decade at the head of Yeungnam University and fourteen years in politics, during which she earned the nickname “Queen of Elections” for her skill in delivering the vote to her party even in the most ad-verse circumstances. At 60, she is more than twice Kim Jong-un’s age, and she has seen and done a lot.
On the other hand, it
is very unlikely that she would have had this stellar career if she had grown up as the daughter of an army sergeant on a succession of bleak army posts. Growing up in the presidential pal-ace, and serving as South Korea’s first lady for five years while still in her early 20s, after her mother was assassinated in 1974, was bound to produce a differ-ent outcome. It also helps with the name recognition that every politician needs.
If elected, Park Geun-hye may be a very successful president. She may have the determination and the clout to take on the big industries that dominate South Kore-an society and deliver more security and social justice to those at the bottom. She may even manage to cre-ate an opening with North Korea if she finds a willing partner in Pyongyang.
Kim Jong-un is a com-pletely closed book. No-body beyond his own fam-ily has the slightest idea what he thinks and intends, and maybe even they don’t. Maybe he doesn’t even know himself yet. But un-like his father and grandfa-
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Politics, not economics are at the heart of Hudak's anti-union gambit
Stagnant middleclass wages – and the resultant decline in our standard of living – have only one way to go, according to On-tario PC leader Tim Hudak: down.
In citing the case of the Electro-Motive Diesel plant in London as a rationale for his proposed right-to-work legislation in Ontario, PC leader Tim Hudak is admit-ting he wants to see your wages go down.
That company, you may recall, closed up shop in Ontario and moved to Indi-ana, recently converted to a right-to-work state. U.S. giant Caterpillar, through its subsidiary Progress Rail Services, did away with some 450 jobs in London in favour of employees willing to work for half the pay.
Such is the way with an-ti-union legislation in the U.S., where such measures have been in use since the 1940s and ‘50s, predomi-nantly in the Southern states, as a way to deter
unionism. Under right-to-work provisions, workers aren’t obliged to pay dues even in union shops, essen-tially creating free riders and strangling the unions economically. Often, those locales also employ mea-sures making it difficult to unionize in the first place.
What Hudak proposed earlier this month would do away with the Rand for-mula, the result of a 1946 ruling by Supreme Court of Canada Justice Ivan Rand that was designed to en-sure an employee could not opt out of a union simply to avoid paying dues while continuing to enjoy the benefits negotiated by the union.
This is a political move by Hudak, couched, as is always the case with politi-cians selling a bill of goods, as an economic boon. Clearly, he’s decided the public’s distaste for public sector unions is strong enough to warrant such a platform. Equally clear is Hudak’s attempt to move to the right, perhaps believ-ing the party too centrist to budge Dalton McGuinty’s Liberals in last fall’s elec-tion.
It’s a risky move, says University of Waterloo economist Mikal Skuterud, who studies labour issues. The bulk of Ontarians may not share Hudak’s mind-set. Nor would we likely be happy with the outcome if his policies did come into play.
“I’m not sure what type of support there is for that kind of legislation in Ontar-io,” says Skuterud, noting it would have some “huge hurdles” to clear.
While it might play to the right-wing base, even employers could be wary, as such changes would fundamentally alter a long-established framework for labour relations in this province.
Proponents of anti-union measures argue they would create an environment for more jobs and growth. The data say otherwise. Skuterud notes there’s no indication unionization has any negative impact on employment. They affect how the pie is divvied up, rather than the size of the pie.
“There’s some evidence what unions are doing is sharing rents (profits).
There’s no impact on job rates.
“Clearly this is political more than economic,” he says of Hudak’s proposal.
From an economic per-spective, the malaise has almost nothing to do with unions, particularly in the private sector. Instead, globalization and trade agreements, the hollowing out of the manufacturing sector and high Canadian dollar, and the ascension of low-paying. part-time service sector jobs have all done far more damage to our economy.
While we can’t call it causation, it’s not sur-prising that the postwar middleclass boom came as unionized jobs, principally in manufacturing, were at their zenith. Equally, fall-ing union participation rates came during the neo-liberal attack on the mid-dleclass that we’ve seen over the last three decades in particular.
Massive job losses in the manufacturing sector, the largest victim of global-ization, have taken a toll on private-sector unions in North America. From representing more than a
third of workers in the U.S. during the 1950s, unions now include less than eight per cent of private sector employees today.
According to 2010 fig-ures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 18 of the 20 states with the lowest rate of unionization – from about nine per cent in North Dakota and falling to five per cent in North Caro-lina – are right-to-work states. The highest per-centage of workers covered by collective agreements is found in New York, with 26.
In Canada, the decline has been less pronounced, falling to about 30 per cent by 2005, from almost 40 per cent two decades earlier. Blue collar work-ers experienced the largest declines in union member-ship, consistent with fall-ing numbers in the goods-producing and distribution sectors, Statistics Canada reports. Private-sector unionization has declined by 5 points in Canada over the last 15 years, to 17 per cent in 2011. Despite being the center of Canada’s au-tomotive industry, Ontar-io’s unionization rate is the
second-lowest in Canada (after Alberta): under 28 per cent in 2011, and under 15 per cent in the private sector.
Right-to-work legisla-tion would undoubtedly see those numbers fall still lower. Making union dues voluntary would be akin to making taxes voluntary: everybody would be happy to opt out ... as long as oth-ers continued to pay so that we would continue to enjoy the same level of services.
Unionized employees, says Skuterud, enjoy in-comes about 15 per cent higher than others in a giv-en sector. There’s spillover effect in each sector – for instance, non-unionized Toyota offers wages in line with CAW employers, largely in order to prevent unionization – but it’s unclear just how much of an impact that has on the wider economy.
One thing is certain, however: right-to-work measures aren’t likely to push our already-stagnant incomes in the right direc-tion.
“Wages aren’t going to go up. The only question is how far down will they go?”
What are you looking forward to in the Summer Olympics?
I like the diving and the synchronized swimming.
» Jill Gleed
I’m not as excited for the Summer Olympics as the Winter Olympics. Hopefully London will do a good job and we’ll see how it goes.
» Jenny Gleed
I think it’s a great opportunity for London to showcase the city.
» Melinda Bruhlman
I hope Canada does well and hope everyone has fun.
» Gabe Amorosi
I’ll watch boxing and the marathons.
» John Kranjec
"Too often people purchase houses next to factories ... without thinking through how that might affect their lives." Bruce Weber | page 10
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ther, he has seen something of the world (he was educat-ed partly in Switzerland), and it may have given him ideas.
The point is not that either of these people is necessarily a bad choice as president. It’s that both countries (but especially the North) are fishing in a very shallow pool. There are probably thousands of people in each country who would make better leaders, but they lack the connec-tions and they will never be considered for the job. In fact, the same thing is true everywhere.
Would Hillary Clinton be the U.S. Secretary of State if her husband had not been the president? Would George W Bush ever have been considered as a possi-ble president if his dad had not been a moderately suc-cessful one? For that matter, would Aung San Suu Kyi, runner-up to Nelson Man-dela in the Global Saint-hood Stakes, ever have be-come the voice of Burmese democracy if her father had not been the (autocratic) hero of the independence movement?
Can anything be done about this? Probably not, but it is a pity.
The most severe drought in more than half a century is threatening crops in the U.S., with prices already on the rise. Some 1,300 U.S. counties and been deemed disaster areas, and the drought extends to areas accounting for more than 75 per cent of U.S. corn and soybean crops.
» Toronto Mayor Rob Ford reacts to this week's gun violence in his city.
"I want these people out of the city. And I’m not going to stop. Not put ’em in jail, then come back and you can live in the city. No. I want ’em out of the city. Go somewhere else. I don’t want ’em living in the city anymore."
» From the July 19, 2008 edition of the Observer.
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When we lived on the farm I was very grateful to our neighbours who never complained about our farming practices. Clearly not all pre-existing indus-tries are as fortunate.
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To the Editor,In her July 14 letter, Heather Sauder validates why the OMB was correct in their ruling regarding placing residential units next to industrial land.
Too often people pur-chase houses next to factories, farms or under
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The Woolwich Whitehawks competed in the U17 Girls Ontario Cup provincial championship tournament at Lions Park in Elmira on July 14. The Whitehawks lost their first match against the Tecumseh Warriors 2-1. Woolwich would only win one game during the tournament against the Mississauga Panthers. Olivia Nelles (right) of Woolwich is beaten by the Warriors’ goaltender. MORE PHOTOS ON PG 12 [COLIN DEWAR / THE OBSERVER]
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“Hey,” I sputtered. “Don’t get upset. I didn’t set out to become a sex symbol. It just happened.”
“What!?” she replied. “Look, there’s no use
denying it; I think it’s time we face the facts,” I said. “There isn’t a woman alive who can resist a man who has recently caught a 20-inch bass…. Oh, why am I telling you?”
Unable to accept the bit-ter truth, tears soon rolled down her cheeks. Sure, she camouflaged their origins by releasing them after a prolonged belly laugh, but I knew better.
The pressure of my new-found allure was getting to be too much.
As if to prove it, another woman in the grocery store check out – a complete stranger who had never so much as uttered a word to me before – decided to bra-zenly break the ice with a clichéd line.
“Will that be cash or debit?” she asked.
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and silent auction, as well as some on-course activities such as closest-to-the-pin and hole-in-one awards.
The program also has a bowl-a-thon in the fall to raise funds, but WCS execu-tive director Don Harloff said the golf tournament is the program’s major fund-raiser each year, allowing the organization to con-tinue its work in the com-munity.
The program provides education to the commu-nity on building healthy relationships, support to victims of violence and their families, information and referral to relevant ser-vices, individual and group support. Proceeds from this event will be directed to prevention initiatives, par-ticularly towards issues of
year,” said Harloff. “We go to schools and provide educational components to classes and are trying to get kids to learn how to relate more positively with one another.”
The in-class educational visits are related to the ages of the children at the schools. A child in Grade 1 will learn how to deal with peers on the playground and how to share. For chil-dren who may be entering the dating world they are told about the importance of positive dating relation-ships
“We have been doing this for a number of years and we think it is a very effective way of getting the positive message across to young people in the community to develop healthy dating hab-
dating violence and strong relationships.
“Foremost, it provides support to people who have been victims of domestic violence, or relationship violence,” said Harloff of the program. “We work with women and men directly and in groups in order to support them through the difficulties that they’re fac-ing.”
The program also sup-ports an in-class educa-tional component where classrooms throughout Woolwich and the north part of Wellesley see chil-dren from Grades 1 to 8 learn the importance of healthy relationships.
“We use funds for a va-riety of things, including our prevention work we are doing in schools every
its in their future.”Last year 100 golfers
raised approximately $14,000 and organizers are expecting the same this year.
The Jeanne Renault Clas-sic starts at 12:55 p.m. Aug. 16. It’s not too late to sign up as organizers are still accepting golfers as well as sponsors and prize dona-tions. For more information contact WCS at (519) 669-5139.
Although there is no deadline for golfers to sign up to participate in the tournament, organizers are hoping to have most golfers signed up by Aug. 1.
“We really encourage peo-ple to get involved as it is a lot of fun and it is for a great cause and everyone can just enjoy the day.”
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GALEA: Women put on a good show, but we know that they just can’t resist a show of prowessFROM: 11
awkward.I smiled, pointed to Jenn
and said, “Just so you know, I’m taken…”
Who knows why women find highly successful bass anglers so damn attractive? Or why they outwardly pretend as if they don’t? All I know is that I’ve been through this several times before and it isn’t pleasant.
It always begins the same way.
First, there’s the casual disinterest when they over-hear your story on the PA system, at the bait shop or on a crowded elevator. Then, more casual disinter-est, often for weeks – only this time they’re not fooling anyone.
Unless, I know nothing about women, somewhere deep down they’re imagin-ing the successful angler in question as he hoists that glistening big bass into the
live well. In fact, the allure of a
giant bass is such an aphro-disiac to women that I can only assume it’s why they insist I never talk about fishing while in their pres-ence.
And now, here I am – a man who, using only a fly rod, raw nerve and a deer hair popper, has just bested a big largemouth bass. Sud-denly, and through no fault of my own, I have joined the
ranks of George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Johnny Depp and Bob Izumi.
I can’t help but feel a little sorry for womankind.
Was I seeking this un-bridled, well-hidden adula-tion? Of course not.
When my taut arm muscles and vaguely de-fined two-pack first did battle with that largemouth among the lily pads, I wasn’t thinking about be-coming a living, breathing
Axe commercial. For me, at that moment,
it was simply a matter of survival.
Who could blame me for uttering the historic words, “We’re going to need a big-ger boat” when that bass first cleared the water?
Was it risky that I used a fly rod? Sure, but only be-cause of a strong crosswind.
If that makes me one of those dangerous, bad boys that women on TV love, so
be it. I did what I had to do. Even Jenn grudgingly
admits that things have been very different since I walked into the house and showed her 30 or so assort-ed images of me and that fish. Even the recounting of that fateful morning causes a swell of emotions in her.
In fact, this morning she admitted that every time I tell the story it drives her crazy.
There was plenty of action at the U17 provincial tournament in Lions Park last weekend. Left, Olivia Nelles of Woolwich challenges a Warrior for the ball during the second half. Inset, Tianna Dupuis of Tecumseh challenges Nelles during a header. Right, Tory Kallitsis of Woolwich is stopped by the Warriors goaltender as a Warrior player jumps over her to avoid a collision. [COLIN DEWAR / THE OBSERVER]
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VENTURE | 15THE OBSERVER | SATURDAY, JUlY 21, 2012
VentureFood For thought/ owen roberts
FIELDNOTES
New busiNess / persoNal groomiNg
Salon time becoming more egalitarian
The latest chapter in Canada’s wind energy controversy was unveiled last week when Ottawa an-nounced it was entering the fray.
Health Canada, in col-laboration with Statistics Canada, said it will con-duct research to explore the relationship between wind turbine noise and health effects reported by people living near wind power developments. Let there be no doubt this is promoted by the polarized positions being taken in Ontario.
Ottawa says it’s going to discuss wind power with the people themselves, and see if and how they’re
Julie Nguyen, who has more than five years experience working as a beautician, has recently opened Orchid Nails and Spa in Elmira. [COLIN DEWAR / thE ObsERvER]
Will Ottawa’s wind power review be accepted?
food for thought/ oweN roberts
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Male customers make up a 25% of the business at newly opened Orchid Nails and Spa in Elmira
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A trip to the salon is second nature to many women, but more recently men of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds are em-bracing the concept.
Long gone are the days when taking care of your-self was equivalent to feminine, as men get mas-sages, dab their eyes with wrinkle cream and spend their lunch hours getting manicures and pedicures.
Today’s men are get-ting into the makeover scene with such gusto that they have become a large segment of the clients at beauty salons, including at the newly opened Or-chid Nails and Spa located at 25 Industrial Dr. in El-mira.
Owner Julie Nguyen said almost 25 per cent of the clients at her salon are men looking for some extra attention to their hands and feet.
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being affected. It’s no co-incidence Health Canada is front and center here – some of the most serious allegations against wind power have been health related, including head-aches, nausea and heart problems.
To me, this announce-ment is welcomed news. Allegations have been made by those who sup-port wind energy, and those who oppose it. One says the pro-wind group is only in it for the money, and that they ignore health issues. The other side says wind energy is safe, and that opponents base their health-related arguments on hearsay and that sub-stantiated cases directly connecting poor heath and wind turbines are rare.
This is a democracy, and both sides should get an airing.
But once the report is tabled and a decree made by Ottawa, then what? The key to this initiative’s ac-ceptance is whether both sides will accept the find-ings and move ahead.
They should … if indeed federal researchers do what they say they’re go-ing to do – that is, hunker down with those in wind development areas.
A few years ago the pro-vincial government tried
arms, back or chest, even a bikini or Brazilian wax is available,” said Nguyen.
All waxing are done in a clean private room at the back of the spa. Nguyen has ensured that all her equipment and supplies follow health code regula-tions and she has the ex-pertise to uphold it.
Born in Vietnam, Nguy-en worked at a nail spa for two years in her home country before moving to Canada to work in the industry. She worked for three years at a local spa before deciding to start her own business.
“I have a lot of friends in Elmira who really sup-ported me and the people who live here are very friendly which made the decision to open a spa in town an easy one,” she said. “In my country we don’t have a spa like the ones in Canada. There are no massage chairs or feet baths, it is very basic.”
All spas thrive on an environment that is clean, safe and relaxing, where customers can receive prompt and professional service. Cleanliness is a
sorting out the matter by reviewing existing scien-tific literature on wind power.
At the time, the province concluded that based on existing literature, wind energy was safe.
But the province didn’t go further than to look at studies that were already out there. And indeed, on some matters, a literature review is enough to give you a sense of an issue or problem. For example, if something’s been studied to death and the same con-clusions reached time after time, why study it again?
In the case of wind pow-er, though, the jury was far from decided. There was certainly room for a study such as the kind Ottawa is planning now.
It gets better. The pro-wind power Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) agrees the pro-posed study will contribute to the scientific literature and knowledge. The asso-ciation also says it appreci-ates the opportunity for stakeholders to review the nuts and bolts of the ap-proach – that is, the draft methodology and study design—and providing feedback.
I haven’t seen what other groups have said about the review, but if they too get to review the approach
par-ticu-larly important element for Nguyen as she knows that it will draw clients in again and again.
She makes sure that all her employees know to keep all towels, footbaths, and other equipment washed, clean and odour-free. The spa employs four beauticians who are qualified and well-trained, said Nguyen.
“People must be able to trust that the products and tools that we use are of good quality and safe. You cannot afford to put your [clients] at risk from infections,” she said. “Af-ter every [client] we wash and sanitize all the tools and equipment that we used. We are very par-ticular about having clean equipment.”
Nguyen says she has aways enjoyed working at spas as it is a profes-sion that allows her to be creative, especially when doing her female custom-ers’ nails.
“I love to make nails beautiful and when I see
(and they should) and give some direction, then they too should be willing to live with the results.
CanWEA says the bal-ance of scientific evidence to date demonstrates that wind turbines do not im-pact human health. It says this perspective has been confirmed by “numerous independent reviews of the scientific literature,” including Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, the National Public Health Institute in Quebec, and most recently by an expert panel report to the Mas-sachusetts Department of Public Health and the Department of the Envi-ronment.
The association also claims wind energy “is broadly understood to be one of the safest and most environmentally friendly forms of electricity genera-tion.” I used to think some-thing like that too, and wrote accordingly, until I started getting very pas-sionate letters telling me I was all wet. So, I also look forward to a study from Ottawa that provides more answers than questions.
As the study starts tak-ing shape, I hope wind power foes drop the rheto-ric and work together for a meaningful design. It’s a great opportunity that shouldn’t be missed.
that my
[clients] are happy that
makes me happy too. I could design for hours it is just something that I really enjoy doing. I love this job.”
It can be very hard to cut your own nails properly and deal with ingrown toe nails or foot fungus. A professional who has been properly trained can easily work on your hands or feet, said Nguyen.
Nguyen has picked a location for her spa that is strategically situated in one of the busiest areas of town. Formerly the Co-operators insurance of-fices, the spa is over 900 square feet and offers six massage chairs and foot spas and six manicure or nail stations.
“It is so good to come in and relax and have some-one pamper you after working all day.”
The spa takes walk-ins and appointments and is open seven days a week.
ROBERTS: Both sides will have to work together if we’re going to get the full picture of wind power
SALON: “It is so good to come in and relax and have someone pamper you after working all day.”
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Part-time ECE teachers - Two, 4 month contracts with possibility of renewalContract 1 -15hr/wk - Monday to Fri-day 3 hours each morningContract 2 - 11 hr/wk - Tuesdays and Thursdays
You will act as enhanced staffing at an Early Learn-ing Child Care Centre in Elmira. Under the supervi-sion of the Resource Consultant, you will foster the development of each child to their fullest potential and encourage socialization, inclusion and inde-pendence, based on the child’s ability.
Please send resumés by August 7, 2012 to:Laurie Thomson, Human Resources Manager118 Barnswallow Dr., Elmira, ON N3B 2Y9Fax: 519-669-3444email: [email protected]
Elmira District Community LivingSupporting individuals with an Intellectual Disability
While we thank all individuals for their interest only those granted an interview will receive a reply.
www.elmiraacl.com
Help Wanted2 Positions Available
Salary $42,000 - $46,000One full time permanent (Health, Dental & RRSP Benefits)
One maternity leave (Contract full time position)
Wallenstein Feed & Supply Ltd. is a company of 170 dedicated employees who make and deliver feed to cus-tomers throughout Ontario. We believe in providing an environment where everyone is encouraged to achieve to their full potential.
In order to consistently provide superior service to our customers, we are looking for additional excellent staff for our office located in Wallenstein, Ontario. You will have extensive contact and interaction with our customers.
We want to hear from you if you’re looking for the chal-lenge, be part of our excellent customer service team and wish to grow with the largest independently owned feed mill in Canada.
Skills required:• Attention to detail• Strong communication skills• Strong computer skills• Ability to work in a team to make sure we
get the job done right and on time• Good math skills
Education:• Post-secondary diploma or degree preferred
Submit resumes via mail to Box 22, 7307 Wellington Road 86, Wallenstein, Ontario N0B 2S0 or via email to [email protected] by July 27th.
SAT. JULY 21 at 8:30 AM - 17th Annual Milverton Area Amish School Fund Auction of horses, quilts, horse drawn machinery, antiques, household, and misc items to be held \’bd mile south of Milverton
and 2 miles west of Rd 140 #6455 at the farm of James and Marie Streicher. Jantzi Auctions Ltd. 519-656-3555. www.jantziauctions.com
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FINAL 2012 TAX BILLS WERE MAILED JULY 13TH, 2012.FIRST INSTALLMENT IS DUE AUGUST 10, 2012
SECOND INSTALLMENT IS DUE OCTOBER 12, 2012
Additional penalties and interest will apply to all outstanding arrears shown on your Final Tax Bill as of August 1, 2012.
Supplemental Bills will be processed later this month for all property owners who have received notice from the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation.
If you are a new owner or have not received your tax bill by the first week in August, please contact the Finance Department. 519-669-6000
SOIL, WATER, AIR TECHNICAL (SWAT) WORKING GROUP
OF THE CHEMTURA PUBLIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Township of Woolwich is looking for citizens and community members to get involved with a new working group of the Chemtura Public Advisory Committee called the Soil, Water, Air Technical (SWAT) Working Group. The SWAT Working Group will meet at the Township’s Administrative Office at 24 Church Street West in Elmira as required to discuss and inter-pret technical reports and findings relevant to the clean-up of the Elmira Municipal Aquifer. Application forms are available on the home page of the Township’s website at www.woolwich.ca or from the second floor Service Counter of the Administrative Office located at 24 Church Street West in Elmira. The term of the Working Group will run concur-rently with the term of Council, ending November 30, 2014.
A meeting for all interested applicants will take place on Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 24 Church St. W., Elmira. Information about where to submit your completed application is included on the application form. The final date for submit-ting completed applications is August 31, 2012.
Val HummelDeputy Clerk519-669-6005
TOWNSHIP OF WOOLWICHTENDER NO. 2012-10
STRUCTURE #240129 REHABILITATIONNEW JERUSALEM ROAD OVERFLOW STRUCTURE
Sealed tenders, clearly marked as to contents and on the forms supplied, will be received by the Township of Woolwich at 24 Church Street West, Elmira, Ontario, at-tention of the Director of Finance & Treasurer until 1:00 pm local time on:
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
The contract involves minor rehabilitation to the existing concrete overflow structure including concrete chipping and patching, steel beam guide rail, extruder end treat-ments and temporary concrete barrier wall.
Tender documents may be picked up at the offices of the consulting engineer.
A Certified Cheque or Bid Bond not less than the amount stipulated in the Tender and Bonding Requirements must accompany each tender.
Lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.
Consultant Owner K. Smart Associates Limited Township of Woolwich Consulting Engineers and Planners 24 Church Street West 85 McIntyre Drive Elmira, ON N3B 2Z6 Kitchener, ON N2R 1H6 (519) 669-1647 (Phone) (519) 748-1199 (Phone) (519) 669-4669 (Fax) (519) 748-6100 (Fax)
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING The Chemtura Public Advisory Committee (CPAC)
Meeting will be held Thursday, July 26, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers 24 Church Street West, Elmira
AUCtIonSAUCtIonShELp WAntED
SALE CONSISTS OF: AMHA & AMHR “A” & “B” Registered Horses; Misc. Tack Items. For more information or to consign contact GRAY’S AUCTION SERVICE INC. @ (519) 338-3722 see the web closer to sale day for copy of catalogue: graysauction.ca
TERMS: Cash,Debit,Visa,M/C or Cheque with proper I.D. day of sale. Owners or auctioneers not responsible for accidents day of sale. Any verbal announcements day of sale take precedence over written ads
AT GRAY’S AUCTION CENTRE, 5737 Hwy # 23, CORNER HWYS 23 & 87, 1 MI.
W. OF HARRISTON, ONT. CANADA.
SATURDAY JULY 28, AT 10:30 A.M.
AUCTIONEERS: GRAY’S AUCTION SERVICE INC.,HARRISTON BARRY | (519) 338-3722
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FARM & MACHINERYCONSIGNMENT
AUCTIONSale to be held at
#7213 LINE 86, WALLENSTEIN
Approx. 6 kms West of Elmira
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4TH AT 10AMAccepting Good Consignments
Very Competitive Commission Rates
GERALD BOWMAN AUCTIONS& APPRAISALS LTD.RR#2 DRAYTON, ONOffice: 519-638-5708Cell: 519-501-2444
LicensedAutomotive Technician
Voisin Chrysler is looking for a Full Time Licensed Automotive
Technician. Please send resume to Colin Kropf via email
[email protected] call 519-669-2831
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AUCtIon
AnnuAl cOnsIgnmEnt AuctIOn sale of horses, horse drawn machinery, equipment, quilts, antiques, furniture, and miscellaneous items, to be held at the farm of James Streicher 6455 Rd. 140 Perth East Twp. (2 miles southwest of Milverton) for the Milverton area Amish School fund, on Saturday, July 21th @ 8:30 a.m. Gerber Auctions Ltd. 519-699-4451.
REntALS
36 mEmORIAl AVE. 2 BR APT. Sept. 1. Only $825 + utilities. Newly renovated. BBQ for tenant use. Coin operated laundry. Call 519-744-3711.
ElmIRA - 2 bedroom in duplex. $825 inclusive. Avail. Sept 1. Quiet neighbourhood, backyard, shared laundry. No smoking or pets. 519-574-6105.
ElmIRA - nEwER one bedroom. Close to downtown Elmira. Ideal for retired person or working individual. No pets, no smokers please. Available Aug. 1. $650/mth + utilities. Call 519-669-2212.
REntALS
lARgE 1 BEDROOm country apartment with a base-ment, Bloomingdale area. No smoking or pets. $540 plus utilities. Includes appli-ances, parking, basic Bell ExpressVu package. Call Ron 519-501-3894.
nEwly REnOVAtED HOusE for rent, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath-rooms all appliances including laundry. Large back yard, detached garage, driveway holds 4 cars. Central A/C. Fin-ished basement has kitchen, great for potential in-law setup. Walking distance to downtown, schools and arena. $1350.00 per month plus utilities. Available September 1, 2012. Please call 519-504-9077 or email [email protected] to make appointment to view.
ElmIRA - 2 Bedroom apart-ment for rent Available Sept. 1st, on main floor with attached garage. With in unit laundry, new laminate floors through-out. Washer, dryer, fridge & stove supplied by landlord. $1,200 mthly including utilities. Phone Mildred Frey 519-669-1544. Cell 519-741-6970.
CoMM/InDUStRIAL FoR REnt
1,100 sq Ft of office space for rent in Elmira. 4 separate offices (one large, could be used as a boardroom). One storage room, could be converted to another office. Please contact [email protected] or call 519-669-3991 for details.
ElmIRA stORE 1560 sq. ft. plus unfinished basement with shelving - front & rear entranc-es, move in condition. $1175.00/mth plus utilities and taxes. Suitable for retail or office. Phone Allan 519-669-8074 or Paul 519-669-8582. Email [email protected]
FOR REnt - For Not For Profit Woolwich Township orga-nization or charity. Older 3 bedroom house about 1300 sq. ft. known as Kiwanis house. Plenty of parking, has central air. Rent will include all utilities and maintenance. Monthly rent negotiable. Located near Elmira Memorial Centre (arena & pool) KIWANIS HOUSE could share with other “not for profit” group or charity. Email [email protected]
gARAgE SALES
ElmIRA-116 wAlkER st., Saturday, July 21, 8am. Large table saw, tools, pine blanket box, golf clubs, pin 4 post bed, small girls bike and more.
At pHAREs & Erma Bauman, 2560 Floradale Rd., July 24 & 25 all day. A wide selection of clothing, linens, towels, toys, games, books and more. 519-669-1548.
gARAgE SALES
gARAgE sAlE sAtuRDAy, July 14, 99 Northside Dr. St. Jacobs, 8 a.m. 2 rm tent, lrg shade canopy, dishes, sleeping bags, wood clothes racks, fans, boys skates, old dolls, blankets, dog cage, desk, chairs, tripod...lrg Xmas tree, dble & qu. mattress.
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• Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning on Location • Area Rug Cleaning Drop-off and Pick up Service • Bleached out Carpet Spot Repair • Janitorial • Grout Cleaning • Carpet Repair & Re-Installation • Pet deodorization • Floor Stripping
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D&H CONCRETE
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27 ARTHUR ST. S., ELMIRA519.669.3658
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Elmira
Over 20 Years Experience
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SPRING SPECIAL ON AIR CONDITIONING TUNE UP $99, INSTALLED FROM $1999
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HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES
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Since1998•Final grading
•Lawn repair & complete seeding •Well equipped for large stoney areas•Spike Aerator/Overseeding•Site prep for Garden sheds, sidewalks etc.•Natural & Interlocking Stone •Retaining Walls, Walks & Patios•Help for Top Water & Drainage issues•Rain Water collection systems
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• Store Fronts • Thermopanes
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• Replacement Windows • Shower Enclosures
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REAL ESTATE LISTINGS
Paul MartinSALES REPRESENTATIVE
CALL DIRECT
519-503-9533CALL DIRECT
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$500.00 donation will be made to WCS Family Violence Prevention Program with every home bought or sold by Paul in
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Solid Gold Realty (II)Ltd., BrokerageIndependently Owned and Operated
3 Arthur St. S., Elmira | 519-669-5426
Alli BaumanSALES REPRESENTATIVE
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A donation of $300.00 will be made
with any home bought or sold through Alli or Bill.
Kitchener - Whether you are starting out or ready to retire, this cheerful bungalow has everything you desire. The fresh decor will have you feeling right at home the moment you walk-in the front door. Just steps from Breithaupt Park & trails, schools, public transportation and all amenities. Updates include carpeting in basement (May 2012), Furnace (2004), Roof (2007), all windows replaced, updated electrical - 125 Amp, freshly painted. MLS 1224289 Call Bill or Alli direct.
$275,500$275,500LOOK NO FURTHER!
THIS WEEKS FEATURE PROPERTIES!
Elmira - Now professionally painted w/neutral. This spacious & extremely well kept home is complete, w/mf laundry, master 2pc ens, sep DR, lg bright LR w/hardwood flrs & huge window. Fin’d basement incl: RR w/wood burning FP, 3pc bath, bedrm, den/office or 5th bedrm possibility & lr workshop. Fabulous big yard great for your family or entertaining. MLS 1217714 Call Paul direct.
FRESH NEW LOOK!Elmira - This well maintained 1 1/2 storey single detached home features main floor bedroom, bathroom & laundry, A/C, all appliances and a 16ft x 24ft detached garage/workshop. Ample space is yours with the main floor addition and added basement. MLS 1224745 Call Bill or Alli direct.
RETIREMENT AT ITS BEST!
Waterloo - 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo features fabulous sunroom, 2 fireplaces, ensuite, and large walk-in closet in master. The big living room/dining room is equipped with a lovely built in sidebar. Bright dinette surrounded by windows. Convenient underground parking. Automatic membership to Willowells Club. MLS 1221386 Call Paul Direct
$299,000$299,000FANTASTIC CONDO!
BIRDLAND BACKSPLIT WITH POOL!Elmira - Well-kept 3 bedroom backsplit on a quiet street, central to all schools. Finished rec room with gas fireplace. Large covered deck overlooking the refreshing in-ground pool and perennial flower beds. MLS 1228155 Call Alli or Paul direct.
$339,000$339,000
Bill NorrisSALES REPRESENTATIVE
CALL DIRECT
519-588-1348CALL DIRECT
519-588-1348www.elmiraandareahomes.com
$359,000$359,000
SOUGHT-AFTER PARK AVE LOCATION!
Century brick home full of original character with modern updates. Features original maple hardwood, separate dining room, wood fireplace in family room, gas fireplace in master bedroom and a fully finished basement, private yard with deck and patio area. Central to schools, ball diamonds, Recreation Complex and downtown. True front porch living at its best!! MLS 1231098 Please call Bill or Alli direct.
OUTSTANDING AGENTS. OUTSTANDING RESULTS.
SOLD!
SOLD!LOOKING TO BUILD?
WE HAVE THE LOT. DO YOU HAVE THE PLANS?Bring them to us and we will price them for you. Will build to suit your needs and wants. MLS 1214447 Call Paul direct.
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!Elmira - Bungalow on spacious corner lot in mature neighbourhood. Central to all schools. This updated bungalow is perfect for a young or retired couple. Featuring: newer kitchen with french door leading to bright living room with fireplace, hardwood throughout. The finished basement is complete with big rec room, office, bathroom and bedroom. MLS 1227545 Call Paul direct.
$338,000$338,000
$236,900$236,900
$437,500$437,500
Elmira - This home is equipped for 2 families! Front and side entrances, separate garages, separate laundry rooms, separate bathrooms, living rooms and 2 huge kitchens. Fantastic opportunity for large family/families complete with 7 bedrooms. Perfect for the hobbiest 3 car garage & detached 4 car garage/workshop. Large yard 87x250ft over looking farm land just steps to golf course. MLS 1225049 Call Paul or Alli direct.
EQUIPPED FOR 2 FAMILIES!!ELMIRA - 3bdrm, 2baths birdland bungalow backing onto farmland on a family oriented st. From the welcoming eat-in kit, to the oversized LR, to the gorgeous master w/walkout , this home is bright & spacious. Add in the huge unfinished basement, beautiful covered patio & well-kept yrd complete w/shed, this home is everything you are looking for! MLS 1231378 Call Alli or Paul direct!
$415,000$415,000IMPRESSIVE
Waterloo - Conveniently located close to all amenities, transit bus routes and school bus route, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom raised bugalow is perfect for families, students and empy nesters. Large principle rooms with gas fireplace in living room and sliders off eat-in kitchen to large deck overlooking the fully fenced yard. Newly painted throughout. MLS 1231645 PLease call Paul or Alli direct!
ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES!
NEW LISTINGNEW LISTING
$269,900$269,900
NEW LISTINGNEW LISTING
$799,000$799,000
Drayton - Luxurious, custom built home loc’d in quiet area. 3100sqft + huge fin’d bsmnt. Spacious kit designed w/cooking & entertaining in mind! Unique & exceptional home, spacious but still makes you feel right at home. Beautiful sun rm w/hot tub overlooking fabulous private yrd w/gazebo, pond & waterfall, beautifully gardens. Stamped concrete drive & lg patio w/retractable awning. MLS 1218027 Call Alli or Paul direct.
LUXURIOUS$539,000$539,000
Elmira - Beautiful 2 bedrooom bungalow featuring main floor master bedroom with ensuite, main floor laundry, and walkout to deck off living room. Second bedroom and optional office just off rec room. MLS 1231498 Call Paul Direct!
BACKS ONTO GREENBELT!!Elmira - Prestigious, mature corner lot in desirable birdland. Executive home with main floor living rm. and family rm, separate dining room and fully finished basement. Walkout from eat-in kitchen to deck overlooking pool and beautiful treed yard. MLS 1231478 Call Alli or Paul Direct!
SPACIOUS 4 BEDROOM$515,000$515,000
NEW LISTINGNEW LISTING
$315,000$315,000
NEW PRICENEW PRICE NEW PRICENEW PRICE
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22 | CLASSIFIED THE OBSERVER | SATURDAY, JULY 21, 2012
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YOU’LL BE IMPRESSED - with this lovely fam. rm addition. Oversized dining area. Main flr. laundry, bathrm. and master bdrm. Huge rec. rm. w/high ceiling. 2 bdrms upstairs. Newer doors, windows, furnace & deck. Long driveway. A short walk to downtown. MLS. $265,900.
WEST MONTROSE- Only 2 blocks from the covered bridge! Huge lot backs to farmland. Detached dble. garage/workshop. Large kitchen open to den. Main flr laundry. Main flr. master bdrm. Sunroom. 3 bdrms. Gas heat. Unspoiled bsmt. Oversized garage. MLS. $299,900.
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CLASSIFIED | 23THE OBSERVER | SATURDAY, JULY 21, 2012
FAMILY ALBUM
ANNIVERSARYBIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY
OBITUARY
OBITUARY
Happy 60th AnniversaryMarie and Melvin Holman
July 19, 1952
Congratulations with love from your family.
Happy 80th BirthdayErla Frey (nee Jantzi)
To a wonderful Mom, Grandma and Great-Grandma! You are one special woman and we love you! In celebration of this milestone an Open House is being hosted by her family on Sunday July 29, 2012 from 2-4p.m. 2 Eldale Rd., Elmira. Your presence is a treasured gift. Bonnie, Pamela, Carey and family.
Happy 65th AnniversaryKlazina & Harry Wasylycia
July 26, 1947
Love and congratulations from your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
MARTIN, Claude L. Surrounded by family at Lisaard House on Sunday July 15, 2012 in his 67th year. Claude was the proud founder of Mar-tin Excavating. Much loved husband of Lynne (nee Bulmer). Loving father of Jerry and Lori and Jason and Jen-nifer. Grandpa of Hayden, Nicolas, Ella and Samantha. Claude is also sadly missed by sisters and brothers Glen-nis and Maurice Koenig of Wellesley, Barbara Martin of Ethel, Jim Martin and Helen of Linwood, Joyce and Cliff Freeman of Elmira, Doreen and Ken Martin of St. Jacobs and Arlene Martin of Hawkesville. son-in-law of June Gildner (nee Bulmer) and brother-in-law of Jill and Ron Martin of Elmira. He will also be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. The “Old Boy” will be proudly remembered by his “sons” Ken and Luke. Predeceased by his son Bryan Martin, his parents Orville and Almeda (nee Eby) Martin, brother Lyle Martin, father in-law Arthur Bulmer and stepfather-in-law Roy Gildner. Family and friends will be received at Robert Ruggle Funeral Home, 617 King St. N., Waterloo, on Thursday, July 19, 2012 from 1-4 and 7-9pm and on Friday, July 20, 2012 from 1-3pm for memorial visitation. A celebration of Claude’s life will be held at Hawkesville Mennonite Church, 15 Martha St. Hawkesville on Friday July 20, 2012 at 7pm. Close friends and fam-ily are invited to Claude’s interment and committal service at Hawkesville Cemetery, 16 Geddes St. Hawkesville on Wednesday July 18, 2012 at 10 am. As expressions of sympathy, and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lisaard House Charitable Foundation and may be arranged by contacting the funeral home at 519 888-7700. Tributes may be made online at:
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Gratton, Audrey
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at Chateau Gardens, in her 93rd year. Audrey (Franklin) Gratton, of Elmira, was the beloved wife of the late William Grat-ton (July 24, 1998). Dear mother of Barb and Bill Foell of Glen Allen and Bev Stro-bel and Lance Crawford of Elmira. Lov-ingly remembered by her grandchildren Kelly (Lee), Tania (Todd), Kim (Tony), Ryan (Lindsay), Allison (Kevin) and her great-grandchildren Cole, Jadelyn, Brody, Colby, Liam, Lennon, Talon and Kelton. Loved sister of Don Franklin and sister-in-law of Madeline McKay, June and Lorna Gratton. Predeceased by her parents Charlie and Hattie, and brothers-in-law Charlie and Albert Gratton. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive their relatives and friends at the Dreisinger Funeral Home, El-mira on Monday, July 23, 2012 from 1-2:30 p.m. followed by the memorial service at 2:30 p.m. Interment will follow in the Elmira Union Cemetery. A special thank you to all the staff at Chateau Gardens for the excel-lent care Audrey received. In her memory, donations to Canadian Diabetes Associa-tion or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
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Happy 60th AnniversaryMom and Dad!
Albert & Elaine Meng. On Thursday, July 19, 2012 Albert (Bert) & Elaine Meng will celebrate 60 years of marriage. Their family would like to take this opportunity to send congratulations on their day of celebration. Wishing both of you a future blessed with health, love and happiness always.
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!
To all our family and friends that came out to help Bill and I celebrate our 25th Wedding Anniversary, we wanted to say a LARGE THANKS to you all. It was a real pleasure seeing friends that we have not seen due to miles and time. Thank you for all the best wishes and gifts. A SPECIAL THANK YOU to John and Ev for travelling so far to be the “Minister” at our wedding. Thank you Kevin from Toronto for making the wonderful cake. Our children did a wonderful job in the planning and implementing of getting everyone together. THANK YOU ALL.
Bill and Linda Rowe
THANK YOU
Thank You!
A special thank you to everyone who attended Evan’s Party and for the cards, gift’s & best wishes!
The Woods Family
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MEMORIAL
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Lloyd O. AndersonSept 28, 1918 - July 24, 2008
Gone are the days we used to share, but in our hearts you are always there. The gates of memory will never close, we miss you more than anyone knows. With tender love and deep regret, we who love you will never forget. Love always Betz and children.
Thank You...to the many family and friends who made my 90th birthday celebration so special! My heart is filled with love for the many visitors I saw that day and the greeting cards I received. God bless you all ~ Doris Hahn
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ANDERSON, HENRY L. (HANK) | Went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at his residence in Wellesley, at the age of 64 years.
BAUMAN, RUFUS | Peacefully, went home to be with the Lord, on Monday, July 16, 2012 at Leisureworld Care Centre, Elmira, in his 91st year.
BILTON, MATT (MATTHEW WALLACE) | Suddenly, as a result of an accident, on Thursday, July 12, 2012 at Hamilton General Hospital. Matt Bilton of RR1 Belwood, age 16 years. Local relatives are his aunt and uncle Phyllis and Jim Grant of Elmira.
EDMOND, PANSY MARIE (NEE SOMERTON) | Passed away peacefully, at the KW Health Centre of the Grand River Hospital, at the age of 78. Local relatives are her daughters Debra Hofmeister (Peter) of St. Jacobs and Cindy Kirby (Darrell) of Wellesley.
GOOD, SUSIE MARIE “MAMA SHANTZ”| Passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2012 at her home Nithview Com-munity, New Hamburg, at the age of 91 years. Local relatives are her daughter Sandra Bean and her husband Ralph of Wellesley.
HALL, SAMUEL “SAM” | At Royal Terrace, Palmerston, on Friday July 13, 2012, Samuel “Sam” Hall, formerly of Mount Forest, in his 88th year. Local relative is his step-daughter Suzann Marlene Stewart of Elmira.
STORTZ, CYRIL IVAN | November 20, 1932 - July 11, 2012 Cyril Ivan Stortz, of St. Jacobs, formerly of Elmira, passed away peacefully at Hamilton General Hospital, surrounded by his family.
24 | LIVING HERE THE OBSERVER | SATURDAY, JULY 21, 2012
LIVING HEREDAY CAMP / DEVELOPING A WORLDVIEW
A place where peace is catching on
The local produce bounty is now among us with herbs, cucumbers, fresh garlic and tomatoes, among other things. With this heat wave in effect, it’s best to do our cooking out-side to reduce the amount of work our air condition-ers have to do. One way to achieve a fantastic tasting meal, with little prep work and take full advantage of outside cooking is by taking a stab at a Greek-inspired recipe.
Greek food is simple with a focus on using fresh herbs, garlic, lemons and extra virgin olive oil as staple ingredients.
Souvlaki can be made using beef, lamb, pork or chicken and can be paired with a nice Greek salad and a side of rice or potatoes. Traditionally, these meats are cut into 1-inch cubes, marinated and skewered. If you don’t have any skewers at home, just cut the meat into ap-propriate serving sizes, marinate and grill away. Souvlaki is also tradition-ally served with home-made tzatziki sauce, which features Greek yogurt and is packed with protein.
You can whip up an
A perfect time to combine fresh produce and cooking outdoors
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ELENA MAYSTRUK
No one expects peace and quiet at a summer day camp – just ask any parent – but perhaps it’s possible to get kids to meet you halfway. At Conrad Grebel University College, they’ve opted for peace, preparing to roll out their second an-nual Peace Camp.
After last year’s success-ful debut, rave reviews from parents and par-ticipants, they’re attracting kids from all walks of life to join. As with other day camps, there will be fun activities ... and a bit more: the program is taking a dif-ferent approach to youth education, motivation and community development.
In the span of five days – July 30 to Aug. 3, camp coordinator Devon Spier hopes to unleash a passion for community activism in the kids at Peace Camp. Twenty-five kids have already signed up, with some returning from last summer’s adventure. Par-ents have called Spier to tell her how children have benefited from last year’s experiences. Several have become active members in their communities and started their own organiza-tions.
“It’s designed for you to make a difference. We take typical camp activities and recreations and add a little bit of a twist to it so youth can learn cooperation, re-spect for differences and really just how to learn how to work with others in the community.”
Spier is a long-time com-munity volunteer with the University of Waterloo
Well-received introduction of Peace Camp for kids has Conrad Grebel rolling it out again this year
this year, especially with our theme YOU(th) in Ac-tion to help youth get out and actually get into their own back yards. It really is about ordinary people doing extraordinary deeds and empowering youth to make that difference, really cultivate the kind of communities they want to see. They are really mak-
ing it bloom with people from all walks of life,” she explained.
This year the program has grown from its promis-ing beginnings. Not only did the camp get a five-year grant from the Lyle S. Hall-man Foundation but the diversity in applicants has also expanded to encom-pass children from various
traditions, supporters from the local community and a large Mennonite sup-port base. The grant came out of a plan to expand on the five-day camp by promoting youth orga-nized anti-violence in the local community all year around. The plan is to work with the mayor’s office and form an advisory com-mittee where youth can begin a discourse with the mayor about issues in their schools and homes.
The organizers are incorporating diverse cultural aspects into this year’s program with mul-ticultural cooking classes, mural painting and the cultivation of a community garden. Spier said people can’t always visualize the work done by Peace Camp and she uses the example of an egg toss to explain to parents how the camp works to help children un-derstand complex issues in a fun way.
“We do an egg toss ex-cept we make some chang-es. During the egg toss one group has to communicate without speaking, one can only say moo and one can only use their elbows,” she explained, noting the ob-jective’s of Peace Camp is to actively make youth un-derstand tolerance towards diverse communities.
The day camp for kids 11 to 14 years of age runs from July 30 to Aug. 3, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., out of Conrad Grebel University College, on the University of Water-loo campus.
Spier said organizers are striving to make the
and other organizations in Waterloo Region, but her heavy involvement in peace camp efforts were an unexpected calling when she came to university. In her second year she took a professor’s words about actively engaging youths to heart and fell into the work.
“We really are working
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LIVING HERE | 25THE OBSERVER | SATURDAY, JULY 21, 2012
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AUGUST 8
JOIN US AT THE St. Jacobs Branch Library for the Dilly Dragon Magic Show with Owen Anderson at 3 p.m. This show is recommended for children 5 and up, younger siblings are welcome. Free. This event is sponsored by the Optimist Club of St. Jacobs. For more information please contact the St. Jacobs Branch Library at 519-664-3443 or [email protected].
AUGUST 10
H.U.G.S. PROGRAM – 9:15-11:15 a.m. Meet with other parents to discuss parenting and child health issues. Topic: Park Day in Elmira! Meet at Bolender Park in Elmira. Bring a snack and enjoy the park with other parents and children! Return to WCHC in case of rain. No childcare today. Call Heidi at 519-664-3794, ext. 237 for more information. A Woolwich Community Health Centre program.
AUGUST 11
WOOLWICH COMMUNITY LIONS CLUB is hosting “Drive a Ford Event” from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Foodland parking lot. Come out and take a car for a test drive (one test driver per household). Classic Car show and shine, BBQ, Bouncy Castle, games and prizes. Classic car show & shine registration call Sandy 519-638-2523. Live Band – Cowboy Up, classic car show & shine, BBQ & classic movie Grease at Lions Hall, Elmira 4-8 p.m. Grease Lightning dance 8 p.m. – 1a.m. at Lions Hall. Tickets $10 advance $12 at the door. Tickets available at Pampered & Polished, Brown’s Menswear, Lions club members or by calling 519-669-5800. All proceeds to Elmira District Community Living van project.
19 Flamingo Dr., Elmira • 519-669-3387
St. Teresa Catholic ChurchNo God, No Hope; Know God, Know Hope!
Celebrate Eucharist with usMass times are:
Sat. 5pm & Sun. 10am
21 Arthur St. N., Elmira • 519-669-5560www.wondercafe.ca
Trinity United Church, Elmira“Our mission is to love, learn & live by Christ’s teachings”
Sunday Worship: 10:30 amSunday School during WorshipMinister: Rev. Dave Jagger
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Sundays at Park Manorstarting Aug 5th
47 Arthur St., S. Elmira • 519-669-3153www.thejunctionelmira.com
Finding The Way Together
Zion Mennonite Fellowship
Worship Service 10:00am
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Service at 10:30am
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Worship Service 10am
JULY 20
FAMILY FUN WEEKEND –JULY20 & 21 at West Montrose Family Camp. Events: Grand River Amazing Race, carnival midway, silent auction, live entertainment, camping, food, fun casino and outdoor movies under the stars. Come out for the day or call Deb at 519-669-2129 to reserve a camp site for the entire weekend. Limited spaces available. For more information visit www.familyfunweekend.ca Join in the fun!
JULY 24
ABRACADABRA ALAKAZAM TUESDAY, JULY 24 to Friday, July 27 - Join us at the Elmira, St. Clements, Linwood, St. Jacobs Bloomingdale and Wellesley Branches for Abracadabra Alakazam with the Imagine TD Summer Reading Club! This free program includes stories, crafts, and activities for children ages 6-12. Join us as learn all about magicians and learn some tricks of our own by reading fun books and making cool crafts. For more information, please email [email protected], or contact your local branch. Pre-registration may be required.
JULY 25
FOSTER PARENT INFORMATION NIGHT, 7-8 p.m. Join us for an opportunity to learn about becoming a foster parent. Training, support, and compensation are provided. For more information call Family and Children’s Services 519-576-0540.
JULY 27
H.U.G.S. PROGRAM – 9:15-11:15 a.m. Meet with other parents to discuss parenting and child health issues. Topic: Park Day in St. Jacobs! Meet at the park on Water
Street in St. Jacobs. Bring a snack and enjoy the park with other parents and children! Return to WCHC in case of rain. No child care today. Call Heidi at 519-664-3794, ext. 237 for more information. A Woolwich Community Health Centre program.
JULY 28
VISIT THE WTHHS HISTORICAL Room at the Old School, 1137 Henry Street, Wellesley, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.and enjoy displays and interesting historical facts about Wellesley Township. In 2012, we will be open every last Saturday of each month, except December. Free admission.
JULY 31
STARS & SPACE- A Galaxy Far Far Away July 31 to Aug. 3 - Join us at the Elmira, St. Clements, Linwood, St. Jacobs Bloomingdale and Wellesley Branches for Stars & Space- A Galaxy Far Far Away with the Imagine TD Summer Reading Club! This free program includes stories, crafts, and activities for children ages 6-12. Join us as we go out of this world learning about astronauts, rockets and more by reading fun books and making cool crafts. For more information, please email [email protected], or contact your local branch. Limited space available.
AUGUST 7
FANTASTICAL MACHINES TUESDAY, AUGUST 7 to Friday, August 10 - Join us at the St. Clements, Linwood, St. Jacobs Bloomingdale and Wellesley Branches for Fantastical Machines with the Imagine TD Summer Reading Club! This free program includes stories, crafts, and activities for children ages 6-12. Join us as we become inventors reading fun books and making cool crafts. For more information, please email [email protected],
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STRANGE BUT TRUE / BILL & RICH SONES PH.D.
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Researchers can learn a great deal by rooting through our trash
Q. What might well have been the costliest “meal” in history?
A. According to Pliny the Elder in his “Natural History,” ancient Egyp-tian Queen Cleopatra wagered Marc Antony that she could consume, at a single entertainment, the value of ten million sesterces. Marc Antony considered this quite impossible. But Cleopatra was said to have an extensive knowledge
of chemistry (she wrote a book on cosmetics) and understood that vinegar was a pretty good solvent. Though the actual details are unclear, sometime before the banquet she dropped a pearl worth ten million sesterces into a solution of vinegar and water, then set it aside. “When the time came to fulfill her wager, she simply drank the dis-solved pearl,” says Emily Thacker in “The Vinegar Book.”
Q. What are a few trashy yet interesting truths that have emerged from the field of “garbology,” or the scientific study of garbage?
A. As reported in “Gar-bology: Our Dirty Love Affair with Trash” by Ed-ward Humes, anthropolo-gist William J. Rathje, the father of garbology, uncovered these items: 1. “Discarded birth control pill dispensers showed that a substantial minority of women were taking the pills incorrect-ly (missing and skipping days).” 2. Large- and econo-my-sized food products dominated the trash from affluent neighborhoods, while the smallest- sized packages showed up more for families in low-income neighborhoods, meaning that the poor were paying more for
food. 3. Romantics may over-indulge when buying Valentine’s Day candy, with much of it winding up fully wrapped in thetrash, unlike Halloween candy that’s almost en-tirely eaten. 4. The amount of al-cohol consumed doesn’t vary with phases of the moon, as has long been mythologized, but withthe timing of monthly paydays. 5. Not surprising, alcohol-related trash from low-income house-holds was heavy in beer bottles, light for hard-liquor; middle-income folks drank more broadly
-- beer(largely cans), wine and liquor; and upper-income households were partial to expensive wines but not so much to hard- li-quor brands. Still, “18 years of data show that the actual total alcohol content delivered by these vari-ous beverage choices is consistent across all income groups,” Rathje concludes. “Regardless of income, everyone on average gets the same buzz on.”
Q. Being a “lover” may not seem very difficult to you but how about a “perfect lover”?
A. This is immeasurably rarer, said author andprofessor Leo Buscaglia, as reported by Anu Garg in “Another Word a Day.” For to be a perfect lover requires “the subtlety of the very wise, the flex-ibility of the child, the sensitivity of the artist, the understanding of the philosopher, the accep-tance of the saint, the tolerance of the scholar and the fortitude of the certain.”
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49. Centers of activity50. Aforementioned51. Flight data, briefly53. “___ Drugmart”54. Takes off56. Spelling of “Beverly Hills 90210”57. Game ender, perhaps58. Fourposter, e.g.59. In an irate manner60. A shelf behind the altar61. Amateur video subject66. On dry land67. Ancient69. Color of honey70. Copy71. Consumed75. Biology lab supply76. “Buona ___” (Italian greeting)77. Catch a glimpse of78. Free from, with “of”79. Fold, spindle or mutilate80. Brouhaha81. Deception82. “That’s ___ ...”
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