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Take a trip down memory lane. Help us Celebrate 150 Years.

The year 2020 will be full of excitement for the Beaver Valley Agricultural Society, as plans to celebrate its 150th year of hosting the Fall Fair comes together. The theme of this years fair is “Pioneer Days to Modern Ways”. In keeping with the theme, the Agricultural Society, in partnership with the Craigleith Heritage Depot, have put together an online exhibit and is asking the community to help commemorate the fair by contributing to the exhibit. Approximately 600 fair images have been digitized from archived photos and newspaper clippings. These can be viewed online by visiting library.biblioboard.com and enter Beaver Valley Fall Fair in the search area.

Now that the holidays are behind us, and as we put away our seasonal decorations into attics or other storage areas, perhaps you could take a look for old photo albums, slides, VHS tapes, and other historical

memorabilia related to the fall fair. On a cold and stormy winters eve going through these “pioneer” day memory capsules may be an interesting way to pass some time and share your stories and anecdotes. You could also interview family and friends, record or make videos on your cell phone and share them with the BVAS as it prepares for its 150th celebration in September. Images of past Fair Queens and Ambassadors, video clips, memories of competitions, audio recordings, typed stories, photos of fair submissions, 4-H Club pictures, posters, anecdote and more will be considered for inclusion in the exhibit.

To submit your contributions, go to: //bluemountains.librariesshare.com/beavervalleyfallfair or send them to [email protected]. Need help digitizing your old slides, tapes and photographs? Make an appointment to use the LE Shore Library memory lab, or book a workshop at the Town of Blue Mountains Creator Space Digital Arts Lab to learn how.

Check the online exhibit regularly for updates and share the link with your family and friends.

BEER & YOGA WITH BRITTANY MARSH STREET CENTREFriday, January 10, 5 - 8pm

WINTER DRIVING - NEW TERRITORY INFO SERIES, BVOThursday, January 16, 1 - 3pmL. E. Shore Memorial Library Call 519 599 2577, ext. 6 or e-mail: [email protected].

MLK SKI WEEKEND Jan 17-19 The 24th annual Martin Luther King Ski weekend returns to Blue Mountain Village with on and off-hill celebrations, themed activities, après ski parties and more!

Best Wishes forThe New Year!

Greetings from the MayorIt’s hard to believe one year has passed since

the new Council and I were sworn in. Over the past year we have got to know many of you, and together with you and our staff we have made great progress in a number of areas. We are fortunate to have a very engaged community and we appreciate your input on the many issues before us. I particularly want to thank those of you who have volunteered

your time to serve on our advisory committees, as well as those of you who volunteer on various community organizations to make the Town of The Blue Mountains a better place.

One of the areas I am most proud of is the work of Town Staff, working with MPAC, have done catching up on our tax base. Over the last year we have found $1.2 million in tax revenue for the Town, as well as $1.1 million for the County, and $500,000 for the school board from new assessment. We have also made progress on the new licensing bylaw, a new tree bylaw, as well as many other initiatives.

Best of all, Council is truly working well together with our great staff and there is a growing spirit of cooperation and collaboration in our community. A lot of work remains to be done, but I know that together we can build an even better Town, where people of all stages and ages can live, work, and play in harmony with our beautiful natural environment and each other. Council and I want to thank you for your support, and wish you all a very happy, healthy, and prosperous 2020.

Alar Soever

BEAVER VALLEY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGMonday January 20, 7:00pmTown Hall, 32 Mill St. ThornburyNew members welcome!

FIREWORKSBlue Mountain VillageSaturday, January 25, 8:00pmCelebrate Chinese New Year with a beautiful fireworks display.

LUNCH BUNCH will be held at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church at noon on Tues. Jan 28 and every 4th Tuesday until further notice. 519-599-6645

For information and to order tickets visit www.weloveblue.caor call 519-599-3345


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January Programs at L.E. Shore Library519-599-3681 thebluemountainslibrary.caHobby Club - Wednesday January 8 & 22 3:30-4:30pm

Meet us at the library every other Wednesday from 3:30-4:30pm for some fun crafts. If you are wanting to hang out with some friends, while learning a new skill or craft then this club is for YOU! For the month of January, we will be learning how to knit. We will show you how to make your own knitting needles and how to knit a very basic scarf. Ages 10+. Register online.

Hip Hop for Kids - Every Friday 3:30-4:30pm Learn a variety of different hip hop dance styles set to fun, contemporary pop music. A great activity for kids. Whether your child is a boy or girl, they’ll learn a variety of fun and challenging dance moves. Session 1 runs from January 10-March 13, 2020. Cost is $40/session. Suitable for ages 8 and up. Register Online.

Yoga for Kids - Every Monday 3:30-4:30pm at L.E. Shore LibraryJoin us to learn the basics of yoga for kids with certified yoga instructor, Charlene. Ages 6 and up. Session runs January 13th-March 9th. Cost is $40 for the session. Register online.

Bilingual Story Time - Wednesday January 15 11:00-11:30am Bonjour mes amis! Join us in the Story Tower for a Bilingual French Story Time. We will read stories, makes some crafts and have lots of FUN! Drop in. Free event. Ages 0 and up.

Bath Bombs Workshop -Thursday January 16 6:00-7:00pmLearn to make your own natural Bath Bombs, perfect for a hot bath. Ages 10 and up. Free Event. Register online.

Coffee House for Musicians and Artists - Thursday January 23 6:00-8:00pm This is a wonderful opportunity for emerging artists to take center stage and experience what it’s like to perform for a live audience. If you are a musician, writer, poet or comedian than this event is for you! Registration required for those interested in participating in the event. Register online, deadline is Tuesday January 21st by 8pm.

Growing Up in Rhodesia - Sunday January 26 2:00-4:00pm Join Karen Clegg as she recounts her childhood spent in Rhodesia. Karen was born and raised in Rhodesia, which became Zimbabwe-Rhodesia (for a brief time), then Zimbabwe. Free presentation in the Gallery.

Family Literacy Day 2020 - Monday January 27 3:00-4:30pmFamily Literacy Day® is a national awareness initiative created by ABC Life Literacy Canada in 1999 to raise awareness of the importance of reading and engaging in other literacy-related activities as a family. We will celebrate Family Literacy Day with reading the classic book Where The Wild Things Are, a family scavenger hunt, crafts and LOTS OF FUN! All Ages. Free Event. Drop in.

Seniors Exercise - Mondays & Wednesdays 10:15am-11:15amSitting or standing, no matter your ability. Improve your fitness and balance. Cost is $2.

Story Time - Every Friday 11:00am-11:30am Join us every Friday for a great way to start your weekend! Every week features stories, crafts, games, sensory play and fun. Drop-in. Free event. Ages 0-5 yrs.Friday January 10th: Tooth Fairy Story TimeFriday January 31st: Beautiful Joe Story Time with the Beautiful Joe Heritage Society

The Library Social Group for Knitting and Crocheting Every Thursday 1:00-3:00pm

Everyone is welcome. Knit, crochet and chat. There is a one-time $5 cost to join to cover coffee/tea, milk, sugar and treats.

Wired Wednesday Tech Help - Every Wednesday 1:00pm - 3:00pm Having issues with your tablet, smartphone, or computer? Maybe you aren’t sure how to download apps or use Libby?

Beaver Valley ArenaCommunity Skating - Free

•Saturdays 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m•Sundays 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.Public skating will be cancelled Jan 11, Feb 22, Feb 29, Mar 8, Mar 27

Adult Skating - $3.00 per person•Monday and Wednesday•10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Adult skating will be cancelled, Feb 14, Mar 27

Parents and Tots - Free•Tuesdays and Thursdays •10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

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Town Meeting Schedule - live streamedConfirm with Town calendar for details, subject to change - www.thebluemountains.ca Meetings held at the Town Hall

Economic Development Advisory CommitteeMonday, January 13, 9 - 11amCouncilMonday, January 13, 7 -11pmCommittee of the WholeTuesday, January 14, 9am - 4:30Joint Municipal Physician Recruitment and Retention CommitteeThursday, January 16, 10am - 12Committee of AdjustmentThursday, January 16, 4 - 6pmAgricultural Advisory CommitteeThursday, January 16, 6 - 8pmCommunity Communications Advisory CommitteeMonday, January 20, 9 - 11amTransportation CommitteeTuesday, January 21, 1 - 3pmCouncilMonday, January 27, 7 - 11pmCommittee of the WholeTuesday, January 28, 9 - 4:30pm

Thornbury Beaver Valley Lions Club

Wish to thank our community, our neighbours, The Blue Mountains Chamber of Commerce and a special thanks to Bruce Technology at the Chamber Building on Hwy 26. Without their help we would not have been able to run our Christmas Tree Fundraiser. They collected our money and picked up our trees when a storm blew them over. We do not have enough members to be there everyday and that is great community spirit.

Also an extra large thankyou to Riverside Press in Clarksburg for selling trees and supporting the Lion’s Club events. It has allowed us to support our local people when they need our help. May you all have a great 2020. Lions Club Treasurer, Joan Gaudet

GIRL GUIDES VALENTINE TEA AND BAKE SALESaturday February 8, 2-4pm St Pauls Presbyterian Church

BEAT THE FEBRUARY BLAHS! JOIN THE BVAS AT ITS ROAST BEEF DINNER.Beaver Valley Agricultural Society Fundraiser on Wed. Feb 19, 5:30 in the Beaver Valley Community Center. Tickets $15 for adults, $7 for children 5-11 and under five are free. Tickets at Pharmasave.

THE BEAVER VALLEY FIGURE SKATING CLUB ALONG WITH MEAFORD SKATING CLUB will be hosting Lutz Skate Georgian Bay - a local, fun skating competition February 28th and 29th, Beaver Valley Arena.


A New Year’s Message from the Blue Mountain Ratepayers Association - Our Priorities for 2020

The New Year is always a time of reflection and resetting. In that spirit, the BMRA Board wanted to share the priorities we have established for 2020. 1) Maintaining our Quality of Life

All of us living in the Town of The Blue Mountains appreciate our wonderful quality of life. Easy access to a beautiful natural environment, year round outdoor activities, cultural attractions and a relaxed pace of life – it’s hard to beat the TBM.

The challenge is to make our quality of life sustainable, given that the appeal of our community has caused the greatest risk we face, namely rapid growth. We understand there are currently approved development pro-posals for at least 1200 housing units, which would bring in approximately 3,000 new TBM residents. Of course, the form of all new housing must fit into the model defined in our Official Plan, in terms of design, density and environmental responsibility. Our Council must be staunch guardians of our community standards.

But we do not yet have all the necessary planning policies in place to control how much – and how fast – new development should occur. We need an approved Strategic Plan. And, as Mayor Soever recently stated, our top planning priorities are completion of a Drainage Plan, and a Transportation Plan,

in new 2019 assessment growth, of which TBM represents about $1,100,000, or 60%.

We all recognize that Canada applies a progressive system of taxation – those better off pay a higher level of taxes to support those with less. Our question is whether we receive fair value for the 40% of our tax dollars that go to the County. There is an opportunity for the County to more directly support our growth-necessitated investments. Grey benefits from our growth, as evidenced by the increase in TBM assessment dollars flowing to the County, so they will also do better if we can maintain sustainable growth. This could take the form

without which a Strategic Plan cannot be developed. These are to be addressed in 2020 – in their absence, should a moratorium be placed on future development proposals until they are completed? 2) Ensuring Financial Accountability

The growth of TBM also puts a strain on our municipal finances. We require significant investment in infrastructure, and over the past few years the Town has struggled to execute those projects – creating what we have termed an “implementation gap”. We can’t continue in that manner, especially as inflation in local building costs threatens to overwhelm the funds held in reserve to pay for that work. At the same time, the cost for municipal water services has created a substantial reserve, seemingly more than sufficient for future maintenance and repairs. Is it not therefore appropriate to ask whether our water fees could be frozen at current levels, if not in fact reduced? The 2020 TBM budget will be available for review in the first quarter of 2020, and we will then gain a better understanding of whether Town Council and Staff are achieving efficiency in operations and productivity in output.3) Achieving Tax Fairness with Grey County

The second financial issue is about fairness, related to the proportion of our municipal taxes we send to the County. We won’t revisit all the factors we are dealing with - suffice to say that the 26% share of Grey County tax levies borne by TBM, from 14% of total County population, is likely to increase. This is evidenced by the fact that the County projects $1,847,857

of assistance with attainable housing projects, cost sharing for our municipal drainage plan, or other types of support. The first step in achieving a more fair and balanced financial relationship is to complete a “Sources and Uses” study, which will more clearly define the dollars we contribute to the County and what we receive in turn. The BMRA plans to be directly involved with the work required to enhance our County financial relationship throughout 2020.

In closing, we hope that 2020 proves to be a very positive year for the TBM and its residents, and we look forward to an interesting and pivotal year for our community. www.bmra.ca

Jim Torrance, BMRA President


Thornbury Jazzworks: Reflection and Anticipation

On December 6, Thornbury Jazzworks presented a Christmas Jazz concert at the Marsh Street Centre that reflected the holiday spirit. Net proceeds of $1300 were donated to Beaver Valley Outreach, which will directly benefit our community. Christmas tunes combined with jazz classics to entertain a capacity crowd, and the host, Dean Hollin, sang seasonal favourites and read from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. At intermission, draws were held to award several generously-donated prizes in a raffle organized by & benefiting BVO.

This successful fundraiser capped off a musically diverse season, and Jazzworks looks forward to hosting a collection of talented and acclaimed musicians this spring.

On February 28, at the Marsh Street Centre, Dean Hollin will present G for Gershwin, a new installment in his musical exploration of the American Songbook. Dean has a long list of famous Gershwin songs to choose from, all full of “Fascinating Rhythm,” which makes his job of selecting the night’s programme “Nice Work if You Can Get It”!

Bill McBirnie presents rhythms of a different kind with The Extreme Latin Flute on March 27 in the Gallery at the Library.

Back on the stage of the Marsh Street Centre is the Noodle Factory Jazz Project on April 24 with a concert entitled I Don’t Want to Set the World on Fire.

Two more small groups round out the spring schedule. Dave Young returns to the Library on May 22 with John Sherwood and Reg Schwager to present The Music of Oscar Peterson, based on Peterson’s original arrangements.

Finally, on June 19, Robert Horvath presents an eclectic programme with Drew Jerecka, exploring music From Bach to Broadway.

Concerts begin at 7:30, and tickets will be available at Thornbury Pharmasave and Gabriele Photography in Collingwood starting in February. www.thornburyjazz.com

Hello & Holiday Greetings to Everyone

All of Us at Answers4Seniors at Beaver Valley Outreach, want to thank you for participating in the New Territory information sessions during the past year. Your input at each one, makes the events lively and more informative; your feedback gives us ideas about topics that are of interest and help us to plan. Meetings are held at the L E Shore Library.

Thursday January 16, 1-3pm Winter Driving with Sean Wraight of the Ministry of Transportation,

Thursday February 13, 1-3pm Taxes 4 Seniors - Benefits, Satheesan Sabanathan, Canada Revenue (in time for tax filing)

Tuesday March 24, 1-3pm Estate Administration Tax, Jeremy Bertrand, Ministry of Finance, Ontario Tax Credits

Thursday March 26, 1-3pm Preventing & Responding To Abuse of Older AdultsYe Canna Throw Your Granny from the Bus. Sheatre – A Play

As always, the sessions are open to everyone and will pay special attention to the needs of seniors and caregivers. Call or e mail to register. 519-599-2577, X6 OR e-mail [email protected].

Again, we wish you a happy and healthy holiday season!

Ann, Karen, Nadine, Pam, Robin, Roland, Sarah, Shirley -- Answers4Seniors team at BVO.

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Deputy Mayor ResignsOn January 6th Deputy Mayor Odette Bartnicki notified the Clerk

and Council of her decision to resign. The Deputy Mayor stated: “It has been a great honour to serve the Town of The Blue Mountains as Deputy Mayor. I am proud to have worked with many members of the public to achieve collective goals and I know that together we have made a positive difference in many ways. I have also been privileged to work with excellent staff at both Town and County levels, as well as elected officials from Grey County and across the province. I am especially thankful to those who have supported me and my family through the past few months. This unwavering kindness is deeply appreciated and will never be forgotten.”

Deputy Mayor Bartnicki and her family request that members of the public and media respect their personal privacy at this time. An information meeting or media release will be provided by Ms. Bartnicki and family as soon as possible.

“On behalf of Council, I would like to thank Odette for her service and wish her all the best in the future”, stated Mayor Alar Soever. “Council will be deciding over the next few weeks on how we fill the position of Deputy Mayor.”

For more information, please contact: Alar Soever, Mayor 519-599-3131 ext. 400

We Love Blue Gala 2020 - Friday, February 14Enjoy an evening of glitz, glamour and decadence at the We Love

Blue Gala in support of the Town of The Blue Mountains Donations program. The evening will feature a gourmet dinner, live & silent auctions, photo booth, caricature artist, and live music by a Michael Buble tribute artist Jay Davis and the Hollywood 8-piece Jazz Band. Proceeds from this event will go towards supporting organizations who look after the wellbeing of those in our community. Tickets at $150 per person with a $75 tax receipt are available at the Town Hall, Thornbury and The Blue Mountains Review, Clarksburg or signup on-line at www.weloveblue.ca. For information call 519-599-3345.


Feb. 1 at the library so come by and participate before the draw ends on Feb. 29!

Tickets include all this and a tax receipt for $50.00! $25 for the event and $50 to put your local history on the big screen. Get your $75 tickets at the L.E. Shore library or through one of our Library Board Members, Museum and Art Council Members.

Leap Year Dance Saturday, Feb 29What better way to enjoy an extra day than dance the night away to the music of Bored of Education! Not only that, all proceeds will support the Craigleith Heritage Depot’s next set of award-winning museum films.

A cash bar, fresh popcorn and water/juice filling station will keep you going throughout the night. You can also fuel up with food at the intermission or hang out in the Leap Year Lounge. There you can discover our next two REEL History films, get some museum/library swag or enjoy the penny sale.

The penny sale includes such coveted items as your name in the credits of one of our next films, two day passes to the Lemonade Collective, editing for your own films courtesy of Mountain Goat Film Company and more! The penny sale starts

The Library Celebrates 100 iPad Classes with Instructor Darrell Noseworthy

Darrell Noseworthy is about to teach his 100th iPad class at L. E. Shore Library!

Darrell started teaching iPad classes as a volunteer in 2014. The first class Darrell developed, iPad Basics, covered topics a new iPad owner needs to know: screen gestures, the App Store and browsing the Internet.

Darrell, an experienced adult education instructor, adjusts his pace to the level of the group, and keeps classes to a maximum of 6 people. Feedback from the classes is always positive. Attendees say Darrell’s courses are “very, very informative and clear” and that he is “very well organized and easy to follow.” Students leave with written instructions that they can consult at home.

As word grew and classes become more and more popular, the Library struggled to meet demand. Darrell ceased to be a volunteer and the Library started to charge for the classes.

Darrell’s iPad series has expanded to 5 classes, including iPad Basics, iPad Back to Basics, iPad Photo, iCloud for iPad and iPad Security & Healthy Practices.

If you own an iPad and haven’t taken any of Darrell’s classes, now is the time! Sign up for any classes that are of interest to you, although Darrell asks that people take iPad Basics before other classes, so you can follow along with the more advanced topics.

To register for a class, visit www.thebluemountainslibrary.ca or call 519-599-3681. Sign up now before they fill up! Cost: $15 per class, at L.E. Shore Library.

iPad Basics – Wed, January 29th, 10am-12pmiPad Back to Basics – Wed, February 12, 10am-12pmiPad Photo – Wed, February 26, 10am-12pmiPad Security & Healthy Practices – Wed, March 11, 10am-12pmiCloud for iPad – Wed, March 25, 10am-12pm

Municipal Art Program The Municipal Art Program (MAP) is an initiative by the Town. Inaugurated in 2012. The program is designed to provide a showcase for the works of artists in the region while enhancing the environment of the Town Hall for employees and visitors. All works are on loan from the artists for a period of one year. MAP provides a venue to showcase and promote the region’s artists at The Blue Mountains – Town Hall for all to enjoy.

The Arts & Culture Council (ACC), on behalf of the Municipal Art Program (MAP), annually announces a Call to Artists for submissions for the coming year’s exhibition. This call closes annually on the last day of February. Regional visual artists are encouraged to apply for this annual juried art exhibition. All art must be wall mountable and available for sale. Selected art will be on exhibit at Town Hall for a period of 12 months beginning in May of each year. In the event of a piece being sold while on exhibit, the committee may co-ordinate to provide a juried selection to replace the sold piece.

The Call for the 2020-2021 MAP is now open. Deadline for submissions annually is the last day of February.


DAVID DWYER ‘HUTCHY’ HUTCHINSON

Dave Hutchinson of Meaford, and formerly of Thornbury, passed away peacefully with family by his side at Grey Bruce Health Services in Meaford on Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at the age of 47.

Born in Meaford on November 19, 1972, he was a son of Gwen Hutchinson (nee Wickens) of Thornbury and the late Dennis Hutchinson.

Dave will be sadly missed by his partner and best friend Michelle Robeson of Meaford. He will be remembered as a wonderful, kind and patient ‘Dad’ to Dakota Hutchinson (MacKenzie Young), Kiara Hutchinson, Savannah Lalonde, and Dominic LeSauvage.

He was the dear brother of Brent Hutchinson (Sherrie) of Christie Beach, and was predeceased by his brother Dale Hutchinson. Dave will be remembered fondly by his aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Dave graduated from Georgian College on the Dean’s list with a degree in Design Arts. He found sketching and painting to be very relaxing and a great way to express himself. Dave worked for many years at Botden Orchards. He really enjoyed his job and the friends he made at work definitely became a very important part of his life. His time spent with family and friends enabled him to find joy and peace in his life despite his many health challenges and struggles with Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) the past few years. He was so appreciative and grateful to everyone who worked so hard to keep him happy and comfortable.

Dave’s life will be celebrated at the Beaver Valley Community Centre on Friday, January 10, 2020 from 1 until 4 p.m. with tributes being shared at 2 o’clock.

As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Multiple System Atrophy Canada or a charity of your choice would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted.

www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca

Dementia Friendly Community Dementia is a general term for a group of brain disorders. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, accounting for 50 to 70 percent of cases.

Tip 1: CommunicationUnderstand how to communicate with a person who may have dementia1. Slow pace slightly, allow time for person to process, and

respond.2. Use shorter simple sentences, and ask one question at a

time.3. Speak clearly and calmly, be patient and understanding;

listen.4. Treat the person with dignity and respect.5. Avoid arguing with or embarrassing the person.6. Be aware of your body language: smile and make eye

contact at eye level7. Seek to understand the person’s reality or feelings.

Give your brain a boost! Did you know that doing puzzles like crosswords and word searches is a great way to keep your brain active? Maintaining a healthy diet and choosing the right foods is a great way to boost the nutrition that feeds your brain. Visit us often for updated puzzles, recipe links and exercises to keep your brain healthy.

www.alzheimer.ca/greybruce / 519 376 7230 1 800 265 9013

NAN VICTORIA MAITLAND

Born in Toronto on August 7th 1923, the daughter of the late Arthur Hamilton Kerr

Musgrave and Victoria Mary (nee Marsh), longtime Clarksburg resident Nan Maitland passed away peacefully at the Meaford Hospital on Friday January 3, 2020 at the age of 96.

Nan was predeceased by her beloved husband Donald McFaul Maitland in 2007 and is remembered as the devoted mother of Marsha Watts of Lindsay, Christopher Maitland and Penny Nicholson of Wasaga Beach and Charles Maitland and Denise Jones of Ravenna.

Nan will be the sorely missed ‘Nano’ of her 7 grandchildren: Meghan McInnis (Sean), Claire Doble (Travis), Laura Wigston (Nathan), Trevor Maitland, Virginia Peltz (Brian), Tyler Maitland (Brittany), Eric Maitland and her 8 great-grandchildren.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial funeral service celebrating Nan’s life was be conducted at St. George’s Anglican Church in Clarksburg on Thursday January 9th at 1pm.

Family received friends an hour prior to the service and at a reception immediately thereafter.

A family service of interment at Thornbury-Clarksburg Union Cemetery will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers and if so desired, donations to St. George’s Anglican Church (cheques only please) or the Meaford Hospital Foundation would be appreciated and may be made directly or through the Ferguson Funeral Home to whom arrangements have been entrusted.


VERNA MARGARET HODGKINSON

Born in St. Vincent Township on February 10, 1922, a daughter of the late Morris and Hanna (nee Patterson) Cann, Verna passed away in Meaford on Friday January 3, 2020 at the age of 97.

Verna was predeceased by her beloved husband Murray Hodgkinson in 2007 and is remembered as the devoted mother and ‘Mom’ of son Don and Donna Hodgkinson of Thornbury, daughter Pat Logan of Hamilton, daughter Lynn and Francis Prentice of Grafton, daughter Jody Hodgkinson and John Gillespie of Collingwood, and son Kelly and Susan Hodgkinson of Chesley.

She will be the sorely missed grandmother and great-grandmother of Geoff and Wendy Hodgkinson and their children Jeremy and Jared, Rod and Gina Hodgkinson and their children Maria and Claire, Ian Hodgkinson and Andrea Lewin and her son Dylan, Grant and Lisa Logan and their children Nicholas and Dylan, Chris Logan and Tara Vukovic and his son Liam, Stacy and Chris Parker and daughter Grace, Lisa and Darryl Pogue and daughters Serena and Karissa, Tiffany Hodgkinson and partner Nathan Mawhinney, and Chandler Hodgkinson. She will be remembered also by John Gillespie’s daughters Cecily and Rheba.

Verna is survived by her brother Elgin and his wife Marlene Cann and was predeceased by sisters and brothers-in-law Viola Graham (Ernie Burgoyne), Blanche Knight (Keith), Irene Emary (Keith), Mary Breadner (Leslie), Wilma Woodhouse (Arnold), Jessie Lackie (Bob) and brother Reginald Cann (Doris). Verna is also predeceased by a brother-in-law Virgil Hodgkinson and his wife Dorothy and will be recalled fondly by her several nieces and nephews and their families.

Family received friends at the Ferguson Funeral Home in Meaford on Tuesday January 7th from 6 until 8 p.m. and funeral services were conducted at the Meaford Church of Christ on Wednesday January 8th at 1:30 p.m. followed by a reception in the community room there.

As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Meaford Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.



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Application Is Now Complete

The County received a proposed redline revision application to amend parts of the existing Draft Approved Plan 42T-2012-03 (formerly known as Craigleith Village/Terrasan). The Town of The Blue Mountains also received an official plan amendment application and a zoning by-law amendment application related to the proposed revisions to the draft approved plan.

The Aquavil Development has existing land-use planning approvals including local Official Plan policies, Zoning By-law provisions and an approved Draft Plan of Subdivision that is subject to a number of conditions.

The current approvals enable the development of up to 340

dwelling units and 9,100 sq.m of commercial uses spread over an ‘East Neighbourhood’ and a ‘West Neighbourhood’.

The new planning applications would adjust the previous planning approvals to reflect a revised development concept plan for the ‘West Neighbourhood’ portion of the Aquavil development.

The proposed revised development concept includes: Retention of the Provincially Significant Wetland designations and zones as per the current draft approved plan 234 dwelling units comprising of 176 low

rise condominium dwellings; 20 semi-detached dwellings; 36 townhouse dwellings and 2 single detached dwellings. Retention of the single detached dwelling zone on the west side of Brophy’s Lane. Retention of the seniors building site on the west side of Brophy’s Lane. Refinements to the west boundary of the Hazard (H) zone reflecting updated engineering and environmental studies.Deletion of the C6 commercial zone. Provision of a recreation centre for the residents of the development, and Modified Hazard (H) zone provisions at the

shoreline, and retention of lands for the use of the residents of the development. A date is yet to be set for a Public Meeting.

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Our Commitment to Accessibility

The Town of The Blue Mountains (the Town) is committed to building an inclusive society and providing an accessible environment in which all individuals have access to programs and services in a way that respects the dignity and independence of persons with disabilities.Joint Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Town is a member of the Grey County Joint Municipal Accessibility Advisory Commit-tee. The Committee advises Grey County Council and staff members, as well as participating municipalities, on ways to identify, prevent, and remove barriers from municipal services, by-laws, policies, programs and facilities.

The committee is formed in compliance with the AODA and ODA to include 50% plus one of people with disabilities. Other members include political representatives, staff and interested members of the public.Multi-Year Accessibility Plan

The Multi-Year Accessibility Plan outlines the Town’s accomplishments and commit-ments over the next five years in meeting the Accessibility Standards in five key areas including Customer Service, Information and Communication,

Employment, Transportation and Design of Public Spaces. The plan was created by the Town staff in consultation with the Grey County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee.2019 Accessibility Progress Report

The 2019 Progress Report is the Town’s annual update on the progress of measures taken to improve accessibility and implement the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regul-ation (Ontario Regulation 191/11). This Progress Report includes the accessibility initiatives that were completed in 2019 to implement the strategies outlined in the Town’s Multi-Year Accessibility Plan as adopted by the Town Council Sept.30, 2019.

In addition, the accessibility page on the Town website has been updated to include Provincial resource guides to assist festivals and events, and small businesses on accessibility best practices and standards.

To view either the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan or the 2019 Accessibility Progress Report please visit: https://www.thebluemountains.ca/accessibility.cfm

For information, please contact:Human Resources

519-599-3131 ext. 265Tim Hendry, Communications & Economic Development Coordinator 519-599-3131 ext. 282

Musical Matinee 3It all began on September 21, 2002 in Thornbury.The historic Grace

United Church was packed and waited in quiet anticipation for a group of singers who were that afternoon to present music. Opera music. It was an early experiment to bring opera music to the Blue Mountains area. A group of local ladies were right: audiences were indeed ready for classical music!

During that year, the Marsh Street Centre in the neighbouring village of Clarksburg had still been under renovation but it was just a matter of time before the show became a popular annual event that went on for 16 years, always taking place on the last Sunday in September. “A Little Opera, A Little Show” was born, soon to be renamed “Opera At The Marsh”.

This year, the event returns to where it all began – Grace United Church in Thornbury, following the invitation of the church’s music director, Dr. Christopher Burton. The date is Sunday, March 29 at 3pm in the afternoon.

Once again, some of the immortal music of Mozart, Verdi, Puccini and Lehar, will fill the venerable space performed by.

Wendy Dobson, sopranoMeagan Reimer-Larios, mezzo sopranoOliver Dawson, tenorDouglas Tranquada, baritoneChristopher Burton, pianist and music director

Walter Kornelson will be the host and narrator, doing what he has done for so many years: bringing the sounds of classical music to our area.Tickets are $37 online at www.unitedchurchthornbury.ca$35 per person at the following ticket outlets Pharmasave in Thornbury, Riverside Press in Clarksburg and Grace United Church or by calling 519-599-2438. Tickets may also be available at the door for $40 depending on availability. For the program and information on the artists visit www.musicalmatinee.ca

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