Published monthly by Riverside Press, Box 340, Clarksburg, N0H 1J0 519-599-3345 FEBRUARY 2019 Vol 5 Issue #2

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The Arts and Culture Council presents Celebrating the Colour Red by various artists All work available for purchase. thebluemountainslibrary.ca

CURLING BEAVER VALLEY ARENAFri Feb 8 and Sat Feb 9Fri Feb 15 and Sat Feb 16Fri Mar 8 and Sat Mar 9Fri Mar 15 and Sun Mar 16Fri Mar 22 and Sun Mar 23

Everyone welcome to partici-pate in this new sport available at the arena. Jitneys, practice and learn to curl from 10am-7pm $10 per hour per person. Passes available or join as a member. 519-599-3345

www.bluemountainscurling.ca

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CLARKSBURG HAS H’ARTSaturday, Feb 9, 11am- 5pm Downtown Clarksburg

Spend a fun creative day in Clarksburg! There will be an Artisan Market at the Marsh Street Centre plus 14 different workshops at various locations in Clarksburg. For more informa-tion and to register for work-shops go to www.artsburg.caPhone: 519-599-7837

THORNBURY GIRL GUIDE 66TH ANNUAL VALENTINE TEA & BAKE SALESaturday, February 9, 2 - 4pm St. Paul’s Presbyterian ChurchFRIDAY NIGHT RAIL JAMFriday, February 15 Blue Mountain Resort

Friday Night Rail Jam is Blue Mountain’s own grassroots ter-

CURLING IS A SPORT FOR EVERYONE Anne Loughlin, (far right) accompanied by 3 of her 5 kids, their

spouses and 3 of her 12 grandchildren enjoyed curling offered by the Blue Mountains Curling Centre at the Beaver Valley Arena, Thornbury, on the occasion of her 89th birthday. Anne began the sport of curling when she was 79. Left to right - Scott, Sarah, Devan, Reid, Meg, Libby, John, Patti, Ross, Anne. Call 519-599-3345 for information or Sign up to curl at www.bluemountainscurling.ca.

Plans are in the works for BMCC to be a host for the Mens and Womens Ontario Club Curling Championships the end of March along with the Curling Clubs from Meaford, Collingwood and Stayner. 60 teams to participate.

ALPINE CANADA WORLD CUP SKI CROSS After a week of challenging weather from rain, to wind to whiteouts, Blue was blessed with a perfect Saturday, January 26th for the Finals of the Alpine Canada World Cup Ski Cross. The action was intense as wave after wave of racers charged the course. In the Men’s Division a Canadian Brady Leman was Golden. For the women another Canadian Marielle Thomson grabbed Silver. Unfortunately a local hero Brittany Phelan crashed on her last run and was extricated from the safety netting and after a visit to the hospital was OK to carry on to Utah for the next race. There were a total of 18 Canadian racers in the field

2019 PROPOSED BUDGET The 2019 Proposed Budget provides for the same service level

and the same services delivered at a 3.17% increase over 2018. The blended tax rate, which combines Town, County, and Education tax rates, is 2.20%. The 2019 Proposed Budget is based on staff’s best estimate of 2019 expenses. A 1% change on the total Town tax levy is equivalent to $151,485.

Since 2005, households in the Town of The Blue Mountains have increased by 49%, from 5,327 to 7,962 in 2019 (based on MPAC data). This is reflected in the Town’s staffing levels, which have increased by 47% since 2005 going from 72 Full-Time positions to 106.Water and Wastewater Rates

The water and wastewater rates are a combination of a Fixed Charge and a Consumption Charge based on actual consumption. There is no increases over the current 2018 rates. The Infrastructure Renewal Fee for Water and Wastewater remains constant for 2019 as the Town continues to make increased contributions to the Water and Wastewater Asset Replacement Reserve Funds.

TimelineFebruary 7 - 12, Budget Meetings February 20, Council Recommendations from Budget MeetingsFebruary 21, Public Meeting Notice and Draft Budget is ReleasedMarch 11, Council Meeting – Public Information Centre to answer questions regarding the Draft 2019 BudgetMarch 18, A Public Information Centre and Public Meeting is held for the 2019 Draft BudgetApril 8, Staff bring a Staff Report to Council, outlining the public’s comments from the Public Meeting and Public Information CentreApril 24, Council approves the 2019 Budget (proposed date)

COUNCIL MEETINGS - Town HallSpecial Committee of the Whole MeetingsThurs., Feb 7; Fri., Feb 8; Mon. Feb 11; Tues., Feb 12, 8:45am-4:30 pmCouncil Meeting - Wednesday, February 20, 7:00pm - 11:00pmCommittee of the Whole - Monday, February 25, 1:00pm - 7:00pm*Subject to change. Agendas and minutes are available online. All council meetings are live-streamed. www.thebluemountains.ca

Published monthly, approx 4000 copies mailed throughout the Blue Mountains. Publisher Linda Wykes, printed by Riverside Press, Box340, Clarksburg. Your events, stories and photos of interest to our community can be emailed to info@bluemountainsreview.ca for inclusion in the newsletter by the 4th Friday of each month. Advertising rates are available by calling 519-599-3345 or from our website www.bluemountainsreview.ca DONATIONS - This newsletter is distributed for free and is supported by advertising and donations. We are starting year #5 and if you would like to donate please call 519-599-3345

FAMILY DAY WEEKENDScenic Caves Nordic Centre,

Feb 16, 17, 18, 199:00am - 5:00pm

Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or expert, explore 27 km. of groomed cross-country ski trails (classic + skate) or 10 km. of dedicated snowshoe paths. Families will love the Scavenger Hunt and wooden sculptures, Children’s Adventure Playground and roasting s’mores over an outdoor fire pit. Relax at the Warm-up Café (Lookout Point) and the main cabin. Equipment rentals, wax hut, lessons, snack bar + gift shop. 705-446-0256

www.sceniccaves.com

THE BLUE MOUNTAINS TOASTMASTERS

will be holding its third Speechcraft program

commencing at 7pm on Tuesday February 12th

This program is designed to help you to present short speeches, organize your thoughts, think on your feet and gain valuable self confidence in public speaking! The program runs every Tuesday evening for 6 weeks at the L.E. Shore Library, Thornbury. Cost is $60, which can be put towards full Toastmasters membership. More details are available at www.tbmtoastmasters.org/speechcraft.

rain park event for skiers and snowboarders! Taking place in the Badlands Terrain Park, each division will compete in a 25 minute Jam and will have their best trick scored on three rail set-ups.

THUNDERSTRUCKSaturday, February 23, 7:00pmMarsh Street Centre, Clarksburg

Thunderstruck, North America’s #1 AC/DC tribute band returns. Get your tickets early as previous shows have sold out. Tickets are $20 for members/ $25 for non-members and $30 at the door. Buy online at www.marshstreetcentre.com.

24H BLUE MTNSaturday, Feb 23,12pm - 12pm Blue Mountain Resort

Get your relay team together In support of the Collingwood General & Marine Hospital and Special Olympics, teams of up to 10 participants will ski all day and through the night for the highest accumulation of runs. New this year, there will be a run/walk relay in addition to the ski relay! bluemountainvillage.ca/24hbluemtn

THE LUNCH BUNCHTuesday, February 26, noonSt. Paul’s Presbyterian Church

St. George’s Anglican Church, Clarksburg “Dinner and/or a Movie” Nights

Tues Feb 12 - The Post • Tues Feb 26 - Lean on PeteTues Mar 12 - The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society

Tues Mar 26 “Chappaquiddick”6pm for a pot luck supper, 6:45pm for the movie

These are open house events for the whole community

L.E.SHORE LIBRARY EVENTS 173 Bruce St. S.China: Then & Now with Ken Haigh, Thursday, February 7 7:00pm

The Arts & Culture Council present China: Then & Now with Ken Haigh. In 1990, just months after the Tiananmen Square Massacre, Clarksburg Resident, Ken Haigh travelled to China to teach English to doctors and nurses at the Bethune International Peace Hospital. In 2018, he returned, this time with his sons, Brendan and Joshua, to visit the country where he met their mother. He found a country transformed. Free event. Everyone is welcome.

Valentine’s Day Crafts for Tots, Tuesday, February 12 11:00am A fun Valentine’s Day themed craft for little hands. Drop-in. Free. Suggested ages 2 and up (under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an Adult)

Friday February 15 , Hugs and Kisses Children learn best when they feel secure and loved. When you give your child love, you help prepare them for learning. Hugs and kisses are a great foundation for learning We wil be celebrating hugs,kisses,love and Valentines Day!

Beaded Gemstone Bracelet Workshop, Saturday, February 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Learn to make a beaded bracelet with Michelle Hillman from Spirited Earth Designs. Cost is $10 per bracelet. Suggested ages 10 and up. Registration required.

Seniors Exercise - Mondays and Wednesdays 10:30am - 11:30amSitting or standing, no matter your ability. Improve your fitness and balance. Cost is $2.

Story Time - Every Friday 11:00am - 11:30amEvery week features stories, crafts, games, senso’sry play and fun. Drop-in. Free event. Ages 0-5 yrs.

Come and enjoy Food, Fellowship and Fun with the Lunch Bunch on the 4th Tuesday from January to May. Looking forward to seeing you.

THORNBURY JAZZWORKS Friday, March 1, 7:30pm L.E. Shore Library

Featuring Dave Young, Oscar Peterson’s favourite bassist, with William Sperandei on trumpet, Andy Harasymczuk on guitar and Ethan Ardelli on drums. Tickets $25 at Pharmasave

PGS SNOWBOARD NATIONALSMonday, Mar 4 - Friday, Mar 8 Blue Mountain Resort

Watch Canada’s top snowboard racers compete for the national title, as they race head-to-head down a giant slalom course on Blue Mountain’s Smart Alec ski run!

NEW TERRITORY FOR SENIORS - ALL THINGS V.O.NThursday, March 21, 1pm - 3pm L. E. Shore Memorial Library

Learn about all the services offered by V.O.N. (Victorian Order of Nurses)including Exercise Programs, Community Nursing, Grief Support, Caregiver Support, CoolAid, and others and meet members of VON staff. Includes the opportunity to enrol in Cool Aid (making your medical information easily available in an emergency.) Register by calling 519-599-2577, ext. 126 or email seniors@bvo.ca.

THE ELMER ISELER SINGERSWednesday March 27, 7:30 pmGrace United Church, Thornbury

conducted by Artistic Director Lydia Adams, founded by Dr. Elmer Iseler in 1979, is one of Canada’s leading choral ensembles. Tickets $40+. Choir Workshop from 4:30-6:00pm for local singers Adults $15 and Youth 14- $10. For info call 519-599-2438. www.graceunitedthornbury.ca

Cindy, Jordan and the staff from15 Harbour Street, (Maiolos)

would like to thank all those who supported their restaurant over the past few years.

The new owners of the property are planning renovations to the premises over the next few months

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Judy Shield & FriendsART SHOW & SALEJudy Shield & Friends

MEAFORD HALL ARTS & CULTURAL CENTRE

Jan. 8 to Feb. 24

ART SHOW & SALE

CLARKSBURG HAS H’ARTSATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9th

Come spend a fun creative day in Clarksburg. Galleries, shops and Marsh Street Centre will be offering a variety of workshops from paint jams, felting, basket weaving, dance, and much more.Pre-registration for the workshops is required. More information and signups can be found at www.artsburg.ca

The Marsh Street Centre will also be hosting an artisan market comprised of a wonderful group of local artisans.

Clarksburg welcomed several new businesses in 2018. This is a great day to frequent and experience Tiger Lily Movement, Baywood Designs, Butternut Mercantile, Naked Designs, Blue Mountain Baskets, the F.I.X Code, and Hound & Huron. Come meet the artists and creators and maybe even become one yourself!

HELP WANTEDBeaver Valley Agricultural Society is looking to hire a Secretary

and/or Treasurer to provide assistance and support for the Directors and General Membership.

Responsibilities include:· recording minutes at Director and General Membership meetings

(approximately 20 meetings annually)· bookkeeping including bill payment, banking functions and

preparing Financial Statements· assisting with the Annual Audit· Running the Office at the Fair including intake of membership fees,

exhibitor entry forms and providing general information.Candidates for the position must be able to commit to a 5 year term.

The position is considered volunteer with a nominal honorarium.More information on the Society can be obtained from www.

beavervalleyfallfair.ca. Interested applicants should submit their letters of interest with resume to info@beavervalleyfallfair.ca or by mail Beaver Valley Agricultural Society, Box 334, Clarksburg, N0H 1J0

Applications will be received until Feb 15th, 2019

OPEN DURING CONSTRUCTION

THORNBURY JAZZWORKS 2019 Concert Series It doesn’t get any better than this. Dave Young, the prominent

jazz musician and Oscar Peterson’s favourite bassist, with William Sperandei on trumpet, Andy Harasymczuk on guitar and Ethan Ardelli on drums, will open the season on Friday March 1st, 7:30 pm at the L.E.Shore Library in Thornbury.

Friday, March 29th at the Marsh Street Centre, Dean Hollin will celebrate the 100th birthday of Nat King Cole, highlighting the 50 year career of the amazing jazz vocalist with word and song.

The Noodle Factory Jazz Project at the Marsh Street Centre again on Friday April 26th. This great Little Big Band stretches the envelope from Duke Ellington, Charles Mingus, Boss Brass to Blood, Sweat and Tears. www.thornburyjazz.com

SATURDAY, MARCH 2ndThe Marsh Street Community Centre is hosting it’s very first “Le Casino Monte Carlo Marsh” . All proceeds from this event will help support the many initiatives and programs of this not-for -profit organization.

Amazing prizes valued at over $10,000 include a five star overnight stay for two in Toronto including tickets to the Raptors! An afternoon sail on Georgian Bay for 6 on a 46’ ‘Little Harbour’ yacht called ‘Masquerade’ followed by cocktails and hors d’oeuvres on the dock. A 3’x4’ original painting by resident artist Lisa Rotenberg.Plus: 9 gift baskets/gift certificates to local merchants including: Couture, Evolution Him & Her, Nantucket, Thornbury Cidery, Georgian Hills Vineyards, Grey Motors Mazda, Goldsmiths, The Dam Pub and The Diamond Studio.

The Casino experience includes professional croupiers and tables featuring Black Jack, Roulette, Poker, Craps and other fun games. No prior gambling familiarity necessary!! All ticketholders receive chips for playing. Additional chips may be purchased throughout the night. At the end of the night, chips are exchanged for raffle tickets for our incredible prizes!!!

Tickets are $135.00 per person and include a $75.00 tax receipt.Delicious Hors D’oeuvres provided by local restaurant ‘FABRICCA’.

Local entertainer - DEAN HOLLIN is the event Emcee and there is a special floor show including a red carpet with spotlights and ‘paparazzi’!

“This will prove to be a night to remember”, says Jan Seneshen, event organizer and member of the Marsh Street board. “We are thrilled with the support to date and look forward to hosting community members and visitors”.

Special thanks to our sponsors including Royal LePage Locations North; Pharmasave, Blue Mountain Fruit Company, Sidelaunch Brewing Company and Northwinds Brewhouse and Kitchen.

For information and to purchase tickets please contact Kerri at the Marsh Street Centre at (519) 599-7837 or marshstreetcoordinator@gmail.com or www.marshstreetcentre.com

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GREY BRUCESPRING GRANTING FAIR & NON PROFIT WORKSHOP

An invitation for non-profit organizations or charities to attend Community Foundation Grey Bruce’s annual Granting Fair & Not-for-Profit Workshop on Thursday, March 7, at the Owen Sound Legion.

In the morning, six funding organizations will be presenting their funding criteria. Along a networking session, the afternoon will have two presentations that will be of interest to all attendees:

Mike Wright & Melri Wright of LEDGE Leadership will talk about Leadership Reimagined - A New Approach to Building Leadership Resilience.

Kirsty Stevenson of KIRSTO will show you how to Maximize your Digital Presence.

Lunch is included and there will be networking opportunities. Cost is $25 per attendee, prepayment is required.CALL FOR SPRING GRANT APPLICATIONS - Deadline April 15th

Community Foundation Grey Bruce has a commitment to enrich the quality of life for people of the area by supporting projects of not-for-profit charitable, educational, cultural, recreational and en-vironmental organizations. The Foundation does this by providing grants and scholarships each year, from interest earned the preced-ing year by the endowed funds held. Organizations are encouraged to review criteria and to also contact Grants Coordinator, Wendy Bachiu to ensure project eligibility prior to completing application. Wendy Bachiu, Grant & Scholarship Co-ordinator 519-371-7203www.communityfoundationgreybruce.com

GREY COUNTY AG SERVICES COURSE LIST

Each Winter, Grey Ag Services offers Winter Courses of interest to producers and residents. There are more details for all of these courses on our website. Certified Crop Advisors will be able to obtain CEU credits for some of these courses. Register ahead. Courses held at Grey Ag Services

Lower Level of Grey Gables 206 Toronto St. S., Markdale

Farm Implements on Roads Wed. Feb. 13, 1:30 – 4:30 pm $15 p/p. Register By: Fri. Feb. 8

Maximizing Your Social Media Wed. Feb. 27, 1:30 – 4:30 pm $15 p/p Register By: Fri. Feb. 22

Cover Crops Mentor GroupThurs. Feb. 28, 1:30 – 4:30pm $15 p/p Register by Mon. Feb. 25

Dealing with Family Farm Stress – A One Day Course onMental Health

Mon. Mar. 4th, 9:15 am–4:30 pm $25 p/p Hot Lunch Provided Register By: Wed. Feb. 27

Making Sense of Weed Management

Thurs. Mar. 7, 11:00am – 1pm $25 p/p Hot Lunch Provided Register By: Fri. Mar. 1

Why Are More and More Cash Croppers Switching to Organic

Thurs. Mar. 7, 1:30 – 4:30 pm $15 p/p Register by : Mon. Mar. 4

Planning for the Future:Focus on Replacement Heifers

and/orBeef/Sheep/Paddock Design for Rotational Grazing

Wednesday, Mar 13th Heifer Course 9:30am - noonPaddock Course: 1pm - 4:30 pm $15 p/p for each course, or attend both with a hot lunch for $35 p/pRegister By: Fri. Mar. 8th

Home Canning DemonstrationTues. Mar. 19, 6:30 pm – 9pm **Markdale Community Centre and Arena** 75 Walker Street$20 p/p Register By: Thurs. Mar. 14

Fences & Property Boundaries– What You Need to Know!

Thurs. Mar. 21, 1:30 – 4:30 pm $15 p/p Register By: Mon. Mar. 18

Fresh From the GardenThurs. Mar. 21, 7pm - 9:30 pm $15 p/p Register By: Mon. Mar. 18

Horse Health NightThurs. Mar. 28, 7:30 - 9:30 pm $15 p/p Register By: Mon. Mar. 25

Raising Amazing Chicks: The First Seven Days

Mon. Mar. 25, 7pm – 9:30 pm $15 p/pRegister By: Wed. Mar. 20

Grey Ag Services 519-986-3756

info@greyagservices.ca or go to www.greyagservices.ca

What is the opioid crisis?The opioid crisis is a complex

public health issue. There are many factors that led us to the significant increase in opioid-related overdoses today. Some of these factors include:• high rates of opioid prescribingthe emergence of strong • synthetic opioids in the illegal drug supply – such as fentanyl and carfentanilWhat are opioids exactly?

Opioids such as fentanyl, morphine, oxycodone and hydromorphone are medications that can help relieve pain.

Opioids are drugs that affect your mind, mood, and mental processes and can also cause euphoria, or the feeling of being “high.” This creates the potential for them to be used improperly.Legal vs. illegal opioid

Legal opioids are prescribed by a health care professional most often to treat pain from conditions such as injuries, surgery, dental procedures, or long-term chronic pain.

Illegal opioids are any opioids that are made, shared or sold illegally. Illegal opioids include:• street drugs from a drug dealeropioids given to you by someone who is not your health care provider• opioids that are not prescribed to you but are taken from someone elseWhat is fentanyl?

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is prescribed to treat severe pain.

Canada’s illegal drug supply is being contaminated with illegal fentanyl. Fentanyl is a cheap way for drug dealers to make street drugs more powerful.

Without drug checking equipment, there is no way to know how much fentanyl has been mixed into illegal drugs because you can’t see, taste or smell it. Consuming as little as a few grains of fentanyl can kill you. Drug checking equipment, such as fentanyl test strips, can help people know what’s in their

Overdose Alert Grey BruceThere has been an increase in

the number of opioid related overdoses in Grey and Bruce over the past two weeks. Some overdoses are attributed to a product being sold as Fentanyl.

Overdose is a medical emergency and 911 should be called. The Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act provides some legal protection for individuals who seek emergency help during an overdose.

Naloxone can be used to temporarily reverse an opioid overdose.

We encourage people to access Naloxone and opioid overdose training. Naloxone is available for free at the Grey Bruce Health Unit, no appointment necessary, Mon to Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

It is also available from some local pharmacies. Find out more at www.ontario.ca/Overdose.For More Information:Ian Reich, Harm Reduction Program, Grey Bruce Health Unit519-376-9420 or ext. 1414publichealthgreybruce.on.ca

Governments of Canada and Ontario Sign Agreements to Improve Health Care and Services for Substance Use Disorder Jan 23, 2019

The Government of Canada is working with the provinces and territories to strengthen health care and to address the opioid crisis that continues to devastate individuals, families and communities.

The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Health, and the Honourable Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Ontario Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, signed two bilateral agreements.

The Canada-Ontario bilateral agreement on Shared Health Priorities outlines how the province will invest approximately $1.9 billion in targeted federal funding over five years as part of a ten-year federal financial commitment of approximately $4.2 billion to expand home and community care as well as mental health and addiction services.

The Government of Canada has made historic, new investments in health care through Budget 2017, which committed $11 billion over 10 years in targeted funding for provinces and territories to improve access to mental health and addiction services, as well as for home and community care.

In addition, under Canada’s Emergency Treatment Fund, the Ministers signed a bilateral agreement to invest more than $102 million—$51.1 million from the Government of Canada and $51.2 million from the province of Ontario—to help increase access to evidence-based treatment services for people with substance use disorder in the province. Providing people dealing with problematic substance use with access to treatment in their own communities ultimately helps people who use drugs to live healthier lives. Supporting harm reduction measures is an integral part to address the opioid crisis.

Latest Data on the Opioid CrisisPublic Health Agency of Canada Dec 12, 2018

The opioid crisis continues to devastate communities and families from coast to coast to coast. Collecting and sharing data helps inform policies and interventions that will have a direct impact on the people most affected by this crisis.

Today, the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) released data on behalf of the federal, provincial and territorial Special Advisory Committee on the Epidemic of Opioid Overdoses on apparent opioid related deaths in the first half of 2018 in Canada, as well as data on suspected opioid-related overdoses reported by emergency medical services.

In the first half of 2018, more than 2,000 Canadians lost their lives. Tragically, that means more than 9,000 lives were lost in Canada between January 2016 and June 2018 to an apparent opioid-related overdose.

Most accidental apparent opioid-related deaths were among young and middle aged adults; 20% were individuals between the ages of 20 and 29, 27% were between the ages of 30 and 39 and 21% were between the ages of 40-49.

The Canadian Institute for Health Information found that an average of 17 Canadians were hospitalized every day due to opioid poisoning in 2017—an increase from 16 per day in 2016.

CIHI also found that between 2016 and 2017, rates of emergency department visits due to opioid poisoning rose in Ontario and Alberta by 73% and 23%, respectively

These statistics suggest that we have not yet turned the tide on the crisis. Of the deaths reported in the first half of 2018 (January to June), 94% were the result of accidental overdoses,

drugs but there are important limitations. Know how to protect yourself from an overdose

If you decide to use opioids:• don’t mix with alcohol, or other drugs• don’t use alone – stay with a friend• know the signs of an opioid overdose• carry a naloxone kitSigns of an opioid overdose

It is important to know the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose, such as not being able to wake someone up or slow and weak breathing.

of which almost three quarters (72%) involved fentanyl-related substances. This indicates the continuing role of fentanyl contamination of the street drug supply in this crisis, highlighting the vital importance of increasing access to a safer supply of drugs to prevent death and other harms.

45 Arthur St W, Thornbury, Phone: 519-599-2719Mon - Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, Sun 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

T H O R N B U R Y

BERNICE MAY ‘BETTY’ WELLERBetty Weller (nee Jordan) of Duncan, ON entered into rest peacefully at the Meaford Hospital on Wednesday January 23, 2019 at the age of 94. Born in Toronto on April 14, 1924, a daughter of the late Charlie and Lizzie (nee Maxwell) Jordan, she was raised in the little community of Orville. She will be dearly missed by her beloved husband of 72 years, Kenneth Weller and by her daughters Nancy Smith and husband Keith of Brighton and Brenda Smith and husband Harvey of Duncan. Betty will be the sadly missed Grannie of Garry Shaw (Sandra) of Cambridge, Tracy Barfoot (Clint) of Meaford, Tricia Smith (Mark Handrahan) of Moncton NB, Graham Smith (Leila) of Toronto, Jamie Smith (Yu-jung) of Peterborough, and Benjamin Smith (Sarah) of Vancouver. She brought joy and laughter to her great-grandchildren: Duncan, Eli, Charlie, Rayna, Chloe, Tristan, Mark Lucius, Gillian and Patrick. She will be missed also by her brother Alan Jordan (Shirley) of Orville, ON and was predeceased by a brother Bill Jordan and sisters Dorothy Forbes and Ruth Bradley and will be remembered by brothers-in-laws Bill Forbes and Jack Bradley. Family received friends at the Ferguson Funeral Home, The Valley Chapel, in Thornbury on Sunday afternoon January 27th. A funeral service, officiated by Rev. Peggy Kipfer, celebrating Betty’s 94 years of sharing life’s enjoyment in the Beaver Valley was conducted at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church in Thornbury on Monday January 28th followed by a reception a time for sharing further remembrances of her life and story. Interment was conducted at Thornbury-clarksburg Union Cemetery with grandchildren serving as pall bearers. If so desired and as your expression of sympathy, donations to Beaver Valley Legion Branch 281 Poppy Fund or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca

MINNIE SHERIDANBorn in Duncan on July 21, 1915, longtime Beaver Valley resident Minnie S h e r i d a n , daughter of the late Mary Ida Proctor, passed away quietly in Meaford on Wednesday January 16, 2019 at the age of 103. Minnie was predeceased by her beloved husband Hartley Sheridan in 1981. She will be fondly remembered as a loving Mom by daughters Rose and her husband Jim Kube of Sauble Beach and Fay and her husband Dale Grant of Stirling and was predeceased by her son John and daughter Susan. She will be the sorely missed Gramma and Great Gramma of Jacqueline and her husband John Dietz of Wellesley and their children Joshua, Dylan and his wife Alexa, Joey and Cole, and Robert Kube at home; and by Mark Grant and his wife Tyia of Stirling and was predeceased by a granddaughters Kimberley Kube and Sandra Grant and grandson Calvin and is remembered also by his children Calvin James and Faith Gloria. Minnie was a dear aunt of Carol and her husband Dave Hewgill of Bracebridge and will be recalled with affection by their children and will be recalled as a dear friend and neighbour by Shelley and Dan Harrison, Karen and Terry McKague and Marge Dorey who were so helpful to her ensuring she was able to remain in her beloved home for so many years as she wished.

Funeral and committal services were conducted at Grace United Church in Thornbury on Monday January 21, 2019 at 1:30 with visiting the hour prior to service. Interment will take place at Thornbury-Clarksburg Union Cemetery. If so desired and as your expression of sympathy, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca

MICHAEL McGUIGANMichael McGuigan, 72 of The Blue Mountains, passed away peacefully on January 22nd, 2019. Michael was born in Toronto to Thomas and Priscilla (Robitaille) McGuigan. Michael was the second of three children. He is remembered fondly by his older brother Thomas McGuigan of Barrie, and his younger sister Maureen McGuigan of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Michael earned a degree in Economics from York University. He had a successful career in telecommunications at Bell Canada. His work at Bell Canada took him to Saudi Arabia for two years. In retirement he was the much loved bus driver Mike in the Blue Mountains. In May of 1981 he married the love of his life, Nancy Ardiel.

Michael is survived by his daughter Caleigh of Calgary. Michael is predeceased by his son Daniel. He will be missed by sister-in -law Sue Salter & brother-in-law John Ardiel. Uncle Michael to Kristen Robb, Andrea van Vugt, Mark McGuigan, Greg & Liam Ardiel. Predeceased by his niece Tanya Heath. Michael was an avid sports fan. He loved to host dinners and travel the world with his wife Nancy. He loved to shares stories. Charitable donations in his honour can be given to the Trillium Gift of Life Network. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life is planned for the spring. www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca

MARGARET McDOUGALLOn January 13th, 2019 after 95

trips around the sun, Margaret left us to join her beloved Peter (Ronald) and Bill (McDougall) and very dear granddaughter Kasmira. We can be sure Margaret will be giving heavenly piano recitals and continuing teaching, her passion. Margaret will be very much missed by her family, friends and former piano students, many of whom she stayed in touch with years later.

In lieu of flowers or donations, please sing or hum a tune and think of her – classical would be preferred! The funeral will be held at a later date with interment to follow. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Ferguson Funeral Home, The Valley Chapel, Thornbury Ontario.www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca

CORRY PAUL WATTS

It is with g r e a t sadness that Corry’s family a n n o u n c e s his sudden passing at his home in Thornbury, on Wednesday, January 23, 2019. Corry was born in Haileybury, ON on August 7, 1963, a son of the late Vera (nee Leach) and Gordon Corry Watts. He is survived by four sisters: Jennifer Watts and Barbara Watts Katnich (Glen) of Kelowna, B.C., and Wendy Watts Scully (Ed) and Betty Watts Kramp (Ken) of Barrie. ON. Corry was predeceased by his brother Harold Watts and will be remembered fondly by his sister-in-law Carolyn Davis Watts of Latchford, ON. Corry will be missed by his loving nieces and nephews, Shannon Scully-Pratt (Jeff), Shaun Scully (Deb), Cathy Bolan (Peter), Mike Bolan , Gordon Bolan (Jenny), Bryan Bolan, Karen Watts, Derek Carney (Corine), and Simon Unger (Leigh), and his many great nieces, great nephews and cousins. Corry attended Cobalt Elementary School and Orillia High School, and then went on to study hair design in Toronto. As a successful Master Stylist he had quite a following. His keen interest in photography led him to Ryerson College where he studied to fulfill his passion in this field. Corry will also be remembered for his wonderful sense of humour, wit and exquisite taste by his many friends and clients. A private Celebration of Corry’s Life will be held by his family. Messages of condolence and shared memories are welcomed by his family at Corry.Watts@gmail.com. As your expression of sympathy and in lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Grey Bruce Animal Shelter or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, The Valley Chapel, Box 556, Thornbury, ON N0H 2P0 to whom arrangements have been entrusted.

www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca

DOROTHY ELIZABETH “Betty” HANSENBetty died peacefully on January 9, 2019 in her 89th year in

Collingwood. She was predeceased by her parents Alfred Rex and Dorothy (nee Torraville) Rendell, brother George, husband Knud (of Holstebro, Denmark) and infant daughter, Gayle. Elizabeth will be greatly missed by her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Alex Maxwell of Thornbury, her granddaughter (and light of her life), McKenzie Maxwell (Tony) of Combermere and by her small circle of family and friends. We know she’s in a better place - a place where they don’t put gravy on their fish, where everyone irons their Christmas wrapping paper and where nobody calls her Dorothy. Elizabeth was born in St. John’s, Newfoundland, but spent her adult life in Toronto, then Oakville and most recently Collingwood. She worked for over 40 years in banking and payroll and was a Girl Guide leader for many years. She was a British history and royalty trivia whiz, a figure skating fan and she loved wrapping and giving beautiful gifts, especially at Christmas. She loved visiting her favourite stores in Collingwood over the last few years. www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca

THE BLUE MOUNTAINS PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD BUILDING PROJECT PROPOSAL - $10,000,000+

On November 29, 2018 the Blue Mountains Public Library Board passed the following resolution as a recommendation to the 2018-2022 Council and was presented to Council on February 4th.

THAT Whereas the need for expansion has been identified in several studies and community consultations since 2001, including the Comprehensive Space Needs Analysis 2010 and the Strategic Plan 2018-2022; and

Whereas The Blue Mountains Public Library Board has identified the need for expansion of the library since the 2003 Strategic Plan; and

Whereas TBM continues to experience significant population growth with continued growth projected for the western and eastern areas of the Town; and

Whereas both the L.E. Shore and Craigleith Heritage Depot facilities have been identified as needing major AODA and other facility repairs within the 2018 Facility Conditions Study; and

Whereas the L.E. Shore branch is a 24 year old building in need of major renovation to meet the technical expectations of a 21st century library; and

Whereas the Craigleith Heritage Depot community museum was established as a pilot library and service demand demonstrates a fully functional branch be established which will best support the community museum and library needs provided by The Blue Mountains Public Library; and

ANDREW HARRISAndrew Blake Harris, chef extraordinaire, raconteur, wilderness

adventurer, passionate hunter and fisherman, devoted family man, and steadfast friend, took his own life on January 29, 2019. His death is a terrible loss to his family and many friends. We are all deeply mourning his passing. He will be greatly missed by his nearest and dearest: partner Margaret Norcott; daughter Marley; son Blake; father Guy Harris; older siblings Kim and Scott Harris; niece and nephew Franny and Noah Bergschneider (Claudia Marchesano), and his many lifelong friends. Predeceased by his mother, Nancy Harris, Andrew was the apple of her eye. No one could make her laugh like her youngest did. No one could make any of us laugh like Andrew did. Born November 7th, 1961, in Toronto, Andrew’s 57 years were full and vibrant, living, working and travelling all over North, Central, South America, and the Caribbean, riding in beat-up trucks, tin boats and canoes, always heading down the road (or river or sea) less travelled. He worked hard and played hard, always returning to the centre of his world, his beloved family in Clarksburg. He was a creative eccentric, a unique individual who marched to his own drum and the beat of reggae music. Your light has left our world too soon, we love you, Andrew. Always have, always will. A Celebration of Life for Andrew will be held on April 20th, location and time TBA. Donations in memory of Andrew can be made to Ducks Unlimited

Whereas the Town holds Development Charges and other reserve funds and acquired property at Bruce St. earmarked for library expansion and engineering needs;

Therefore, The Blue Mountains Public Library Board recommend to Council that the implementation of the Feasibility Study and Space Plan be included in the Capital Budgets for 2019 to 2022 with the approval of the schematics RFP for the 2019 Capital Budget and Facility Construction occurring in 2020-21 and 2021-22.

BMPL-Resolution 2018-235Project Summary

The building program as presented includes an 8,500sqft addition to Cragleith Heritage Depot; as well as renovations to L. E. Shore with an approximate 3,500sqft addition. Additionally, following the Space Study meetings Town staff identified the need for a basement to be included in the addition for appropriate storage, IT needs, and janitorial. This addition was included in the costing summary, but not on the “bubble zone” space plan. As the plan, in this state, is for early discussion and Class D estimates, we are at the appropriate stage to make the needed changes in the RFP for Class C design should the project be approved.

Additionally, an optional 2nd floor which could, among other rental spaces, be used as a daycare. Next Steps

1. Release for RFP of Class C schematics for both building projects to be completed in 2019. These should be completed in tandem to assure the required features necessary for service across the Town are planned at the same time. This RFP should include working drawings (Class A) for the Craigleith site.

2. Proceed with construction of Craigleith in 2020-21 (duration approximately 18 months). During this period CHD will be closed to the public with staff working at CHD while possible and at LES during full site closures.

3. Proceed with construction of L.E. Shore in summer 2021-22 (duration approximately 18 months). During the shutdown period of LES, the new Craigleith site will be open and all staff will move to Craigleith to provide comprehensive library services during the shutdown. This will assure there is no loss of service for the community. Development Charges and Debentures

This project is proposed to be completed using Development Charges and fundraising, with no request of tax dollars. While budgetary discussions will be fully discussed during the TBM budget process, funds could include:

• the currently held Development Charge library fund of $1,131,000 with the matched 10% held by the Library Board for architectural design

• The proposed 2019-2024 Development Charges of $4.9 million allocated

• The matched 2024-2029 legacy debt of a $4.9 million of pre-expensed

• A fundraising campaign in partnership between the BMPL Board and TBM for the 10% and ineligible expenses.

thoughts and opinionsBE PROUDDavid Maxwell Unfilteredwww.maxwell.city/be-proud226 600 4656 (David Maxwell the 2nd)

We are blessed to be living in one of the most beautiful and vibrant communities in Canada.

WE are surrounded in the natural beauty of the Blue Mountains, the magnificence of Georgian Bay, and by the abundance of our crops and farms.

Every year our town is visited by tens of thousands of visitors who for at least a minute of two want to share our vistas of beauty.

But when in the future, we look back at this era of our history, we may well be judged, not by the beauty of our community, not by how efficiently we ran city hall, or how well our businesses and farms have done, but instead, we may well be judged by the question: ‘what did you do to try to stop the opioid plague?’.

As civic leaders business people, as caregivers and as parents, we must face this plague with our eyes ‘wide open’. In our beautiful town, we cannot allow ourselves to be blinded by the successes of our businesses and the beauty of our community. Every day, we are also confronted with the hidden reality few of us want to discuss or admit exists and yet it is perhaps one of the most important discussions we as a community will ever face.

How do we protect our children and young people from becoming addicted and dying from opiods and other killer drugs?

The first thing we must do is to ‘face the reality’ that between 8 to 10 people will die from the plague today and these numbers will increase unless we develop a successful winning strategy to combat this plague.

To this point, governments are content to start throwing tens of millions of dollars at providing ‘safe injection sites’ for existing junkies….. dare I use that word? It is yet to be determined if this is an effective strategy. Governments are already providing funding for methadone and alcohol addiction treatment centres. Do we just continually set up new addiction centres as new addictions emerge? This will be a question we will face much sooner than any of us can anticipate at this point.

higher level of pride and self-confidence within the mindset of our community, particularly among our younger people, is the starting point to just start it as that as a stated goal? I think that is the right starting point.

Imagine, if the thought ‘BE PROUD’ replaced terms such as ‘have a nice day’ and ‘no problem’ as a way of ending a communications interchange at the retail stores, in the churches, in the schools, in the playgrounds, and in our homes. I tried this messaging out on my grandchildren, whose immediate response was ‘I am’. And isn’t that what we want? I followed up by asking them what they were proud about, and their positive energy levels went higher with every excited word they used to describe the things they were doing of which they were proud.

We want our young people to be proud of who they are. We want them to be proud of themselves to the level where they instinctively recognize that knowingly doing something like taking an opioid or anything else which has a negative impact on their brains and bodies is a something they will reject because it is a self-attack against themselves, against their self-respect, and in the eyes of those they love and care for. And just as importantly, if not ‘more so’ we want them to know, we are proud of them for who they are and the positive decisions they are making.

Should we be establishing a ‘Be Proud’ movement?Be Proud - of helping others- of not being a bully- of living a healthy lifestyle- has an unlimited ways of being promoted- of starting the conversation- what a great poster phrase- twangy-slangy slogan and/or songBe Proud!!!

CITIZENS’ FORUM MEETINGS UPDATEPatricia Grant, for Citizens’ Forum

CF meetings are weekly social get-togethers of TBM residents concerned with questions of accountability, openness and sustainability in the governance of the Town of the Blue Mountains.

Citizen’s Forum re-convened weekly meetings on January 15th. Topics discussed included the online petition against the Esso/Pizza development at the intersection of Highway 26 and Elma, the recent Committee of the Whole council meeting, which was described as ‘a revelation in openness and intelligent discussion’, the proposed Wakeboard development (CF will bring in a representative to answer questions and clear up confusions), cyclists and hazards to driving (Robert Burcher will report on cyclists’ plans to hold an informational event in March, in conjunction with the OPP). John White reviewed the first 60 days of council positively, and noted that the council voted unanimously to set up an independent investigation into the Michael Seguin affair.

On January 22nd the guest speaker, Tim Hendry, Director of Communication and Economic Development, provided a rundown of the improvements that will be made to the town’s communication protocols. Tim comes to the TBM staff from Clearview Township where he oversaw the creation of bus routes to connect Stayner, Wasaga Beach, Clearview, Collingwood and the Mountain.

At the January 29th meeting, which took place at The Corner Cafe, Steve Simon, president of the Blue Mountains Chamber of Commerce gave a presentation entitled “Building a Sustainable Community”. Changing demographics, labour participation, attainable housing, and development in general were covered in this well-documented and informative talk.

Our regular venue, Maiolos, is closing for renovations. Citizens’ Forum will meet at the Corner Cafe in Thornbury beginning February 5th. Please bring your ideas and concerns and join the conversation Tues.4:00 – 6:00 pm.

Not very long ago, we use to believe we were in ‘the war against drugs’….today we have accepted we have lost that war and now provide the drugs.

We need a new powerful, on-going and unending strategy which at least gives us the potential of successfully cutting down the rate of addictions of all types. Is this goal just a ‘dream’….. no doubt it is….but what do we have to lose in developing new battle strategies.

Let the Battle Begin.WHAT DO WE KNOW?

Over decades of experience in the treatment of various addictions, we have learned there are basically two components to a successful overcoming addictions program, be it the addiction of smoking, alcohol, drug or food related addictions.

We know the ‘central components’ of successful addiction treatments are self-respect and self-worth which in turn is reinforced by helping others.

In short, the most successful treatments to addictions is: ‘A Pride In Who We Are’ with the ‘extension’ of helping others attain their full potential.

If these beliefs are in fact the ‘centre’ of successful methods of addiction rehabilitation, perhaps it is time these thoughts, should also become the centre of our every day communications as a community. The time has come to elevate the positive energies within our communities with the parallel result of elevating the self-respect and value of each of us as members of our communities.

If so, then how do we alter a community’s mindset?

My family ends all telephone chats with “I love you!”: regardless of how contentious the conversation may actually have been. It is a mindset in our family, to let the other person know we love them and to tell them as often as possible with telephone conversations being the most obvious. It is truly amazing how a single word, or two or three can significantly impact our energy levels. ‘Perhaps to start to alter an entire community’s mindset, we just need to start with a single word… or two words…. or three words’, thought I.

If our goal is to establish a

THE 599 GARDEN CUB ANNOUNCES 2019 PROGRAM

The 599 Garden Club, is open to all levels of gardeners. We welcome all gardeners in the Blue Mountains and surrounding areas. We have informative monthly meetings at the L.E. Shore Library from October to May on the 2nd Wednesday at 7pm to hear interesting presentations from horticultural experts.

In June, July and August we tour the gardens of our members, followed by wonderful refreshments provided by our members. In September we have a plant exchange and hands-on workshop.

Our program for 2019 is as followsFebruary 13, 6pm – Annual Pot Luck Dinner and Garden Trivia QuizMarch 13, 7pm – “Making Your Landscape Work For You” – Ann Bartlett, Riverwood Nurseries.April 10, 7pm – The famous PAUL ZAMMITT, Horticultural Director, Toronto Botanical Gardens.May 8, 7pm – “What’s New For Container Gardening” – Jessica Ladley, Riverside Greenhouses.

Seven members of Beaver Valley Legion Branch #281, Clarksburg attended Beaver Valley Community School, January 14, to present the awards of the Remembrance Day Poster, Essay, and Poem Contest 2018 to the winning students. photo by Comrade Allan Eastley.Front Row Left To Right: Elin Sheaves, Reese Ladly, Alexa MacDonald, Charlie Phillips-Spiesman, Comrade Pat Eastley,Neko Williams, Anna James-McMillan, Izzy Canning.Back Row Left To Right: Comrade Donna Smith, Comrade Bert Robertson, Comrade Marc Girard, Jack Sands, Matthew Guo, Jacob Muirhead, Keaton Aubin, Austin Allen, Tate Williams, Willow Smith Spinney, Hayden Stroud, Nelson Hayhurst, Comrade Roberta Cleary,Comrade Arlene Osborne, and Comrade Rod Cleary.Absent: Jocelyn Roach, Nevaeh Tedesco, Kingston House, Khyron Ayton-Lee, Gemma Koo, and Findlay Whitton.

June 12, 7pm – Member’s Garden Tour, Janice Pratt in Priceville.July 10, 7pm – Member’s Garden Tour, Maxine Corea & Kay Schaltz on Napier St.August 14, 7pm – Member’s Garden Tour, Liz & John McCullam, Side Road 21September 11, 7pm – Plant Exchange and How-to WorkshopOctober 9, 7pm – “Falling Into Spring – Simplifying Fall Maintenance” – Rebecca Baker, Grey County Master Gardener November 13,7pm– To Be Announced.

If you are interested in joining our group, please contact Mary Raymond, Membership at 519-599-6578 or maryray@rogers.com. Annual membership, April 2019 to March 2020 is only $25 and several local garden centres offer discounts to our members.

Check out our Facebook page: Search “599 Garden Club” in the top left search field when in Facebook, or in your browser enter the url: https://www.facebook.com/599gardenclub/ and ask to join the 599 Facebook Group to enjoy all things gardening, including interesting articles, videos, photos, events, member’s posts and photos, and more!

DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS IN THE BLUE MOUNTAINS Romspen, Camperdown - 34 single detached dwellings,

Part of Lot 26, Concession 6Gibraltar Sand and Gravel

ExtensionArtisan at Lora Bay - The

proposal is for a five lotPlan of Subdivision.

Ashbury Court - Residential subdivision comprising of 11 detached dwellings lots and a new municipal road in the form of a cul-de-sac extending from Victoria Street.

Clarksbury Development - (formerly Georgian Glen) The applicants are proposing to create 54 new single detached residential lots. Grey Rd 40 & Hwy 26.

Home Farm Subdivision - the Proposal is for a new residential subdivision consisting of 85 single detached, 60 semi detached and 132 townhouse units, for a total of 277 units. The subject lands includes several parcels on Concession 2, Part of Lot 20, with road access on Grey Road 19.

Long Point Road - proposes to create a total of 22 single

detached residential unitsLora Bay Phase 3B Subdivision

- proposes to recreate a total of 35 residential units, consisting of 23 single detached residential lots, one multi-residential unit block containing 12 units

Lora Bay Phase 4 Subdivision - proposes to create a total of 38 single detached residential units and a future development that could include an additional thirty-six (36) residential multi-attached units proposed within three (3) separate three (3) storey, twelve (12) unit buildings.

Monterra Phase 2 - Grey Road 21 and Monterra Road consisting of 32 single detached lots

Parkbridge, Craigleith - proposing to create 211 units at Part of Lot 21, Concession 2

Peaks Meadows, Block 46 - create 12 new detached dwelling lots on the south side of Dorothy Dr.

Ridge Estates - proposes to create a total of 31 single

detached residential units.Sleepy Hollow East - eight lot

Plan of SubdivisionSleepy Hollow West - proposed

ten lot Plan of Subdivision located near Craigleith Road and Sleepy Hollow Road between Alexandra Way and Innsbruck Lane.

Thornbury Gas Station - Hwy 26 & Elma StreetLouisa Street Townhouse - six

blocks of land that will contain a total of 23 townhouse units.

Waterski Park (formerly Cedar Run)

Windfall Phases 4, 5 and 6 - The County has received a request for redline revision to the Windfall draft plan of subdivision to increase the total unit yield for the Windfall Community from 609 units to 680 units and to insert a new public walkway connecting Street ‘G’ to the Community Park at Block ‘A’. Public Meeting, Monday, February 25th at 5:00pm at the Town Hall

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CANNABIS UPDATE IN THE BLUE MOUNTAINS

Under Ontario Regulation 468/18, only 25 cannabis retails stores will be permitted in Ontario by April 1st, 2019. Due to the minimum population requirement of 50,000, the Town of The Blue Mountains is not currently eligible for a store despite the decision by Council to opt-in. Council also provided staff with direction to develop a cannabis policy statement which will guide municipal staff when submitting comments to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario related to proposed cannabis retail store sites. Developed through consultation, the policy will clearly outline standards related to where the community feels that cannabis retail stores should be permitted in keeping with the community interest.

Council also voted to approve that the Town make a formal request to the Province to provide additional funding resources to address implementation issues related to cannabis legalization.www.thebluemountains.ca/cannabis.cfm

Town of The Blue Mountains Council were introduced to a significant major development initiative in the Craigleith community, the former Terrasan project lands in January. Royalton Homes introduced plans for the Aqua Village, a proposed 340-unit development, located on a 51-acre site along Highway 26. The development will include semi-detached and townhome units, 130 seniors units, 74 live-work units and some shops and restaurant. The proposal will see the development of a “commercial core,” which fits in with the official plan that calls for commercial development in the area. The plans also include a community centre and space for rental apartments, which is in response to the need for rental housing.• Neighborhood Open House – hosted by Royalton in early 2019• Engage in formal pre-consultations with review agencies • Prepare formal submissions for minor amendment to existing draft approval and zoning – mid winter 2019• Formal Public Meetings – mid spring 2019• Phase 1 of Development – late summer 2019

DEALING WITH LEACHATE - 2nd timeFollowing completion

of the EA, and once the Town learned that a $2.3M grant from the provincial Municipal GhG Challenge Fund had been withdrawn, questions and concerns were raised whether the Town had the right solution for leachate management. The primary concerns heard by Staff were:

i) Costs; ii) Impact on the Thornbury WWTP; and, iii) Environmental Risks.

After evaluating the various impacts and risks associated with each alternative, a Forcemain to the Thornbury Wastewater Treatment Plant is suggested as the preferred alternative solution - Route 1(the longest route crossing at least 6 water courses, through orchard land, along the shoulder of Grey Rd 13 to Grey Rd 40 to Grey 2 to Clark St )

The primary reasons were that the solution has the lowest life cycle cost, uses well understood and reliable technology, and poses the least risk of non-compliant discharges to the natural environment. Alternative On-site Leachate Treatment Technologies

A number of treatment technologies and systems are available to consider for the treatment of landfill leachate. The primary consideration for treatment alternatives is the capacity of the receiving waterbody to assimilate the effluent. In the case of the Town’s Disposal Site, the potential receiving bodies (Indian Brook or Beaver River) are considered sensitive which will demand a high level of treatment. Thornbury WWTP , discharges into the Beaver River.

The topic of this Staff Report has not been subject to a Public Meeting and/or a Public Information Centre as neither a Public Meeting nor a Public Information Centre are required.

GREY COUNCIL RESCINDS DECISIONTO COMBINE BEDS FROM GREY GABLES AND ROCKWOOD TERRACE

On January 24, 2019, Grey County Council, sitting as committee of the whole, voted to rescind the decision to combine beds from Grey Gables and Rockwood Terrace. The decision, which will be formalized at the Grey County Council meeting on February 14, means Grey County will amend the redevelopment application that has been submitted to the province and will continue to operate both homes. “Long-term care has certainly been a high profile and sensitive topic since we began looking at our options for redeveloping Rockwood Terrace,” said Grey County Warden Selwyn Hicks. “After much consideration, Council believes it is important to continue providing long-term care services in both Durham and Markdale.”

In addition to rescinding the home amalgamation, Council also directed staff to apply to the Ministry for an additional 90 long-term care beds. If approved, the County will explore how best these beds could be distributed between the two homes to improve access to care and improve efficiency.

Rockwood Terrace, the County’s 100-bed long-term care home in Durham, must be redeveloped to a Class A standard by 2025. Grey County began considering redevelopment options in 2015. In May of 2017 the 2015-2018 Grey County Council voted in favour of combining the beds from Grey Gables (Markdale) with the beds from Rockwood Terrace into a 166-bed home in Durham. An application was submitted to the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care but no decision was received.

In October 2018 municipal elections were held across Ontario and a new Grey County Council was appointed. A long-term care education session for councillors was held on January 22. At this session, councillors reviewed the long-term care redevelopment information that

has been presented over the past few years. After considering all the information available and the comments of the community, Council voted to continue operating both homes and to ask the province to provide additional beds to County homes.

“Redevelopment is no small task and we still have a long road ahead of us,” said Warden Hicks. “Any construction project requires significant planning and approval and is still years away. As we move forward we will do our best to keep the public informed and, above all else, ensure we continue providing high-quality, compassionate care to the residents in our care.”

OTHER COUNCIL NEWSCommittee of the Whole

Council heard an update from the Grey County Economic Development department. The annual Regional Job Fair is coming up at the Bayshore on February 21 from 2pm-7pm. Grey County will host a bus tour from the GTA to show people the opportunities available here in Grey County. Grey County is also hosting a Rural Matchmaking event to connect land owners with individuals looking for farm land.

Staff provided council with an overview of the Increasing Housing Supply in Ontario provincial consultation docu-ment. The document highlights housing supply struggles across Ontario. Staff will share their recommendations for increasing affordable housing with the Province.

Council approved a draft plan of subdivision for 54 townhouse units in Markdale.

Council appointed public members to the Economic Development and Planning Advisory Committee.

Grey County is updating the

Forest Management Plan and will re-establish an Advisory Committee to guide the update. Members will include the Warden, two members of council, and representatives from various forestry groups and businesses. Public consultation will also be held later this year.

Grey County will submit comments to the province on the Preserving and Protecting our Environment for Future Generations: A Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan. This is the Province’s plan for addressing climate change. It is focused on investing in new technologies that will reduce GHG emissions and developing and updating plans and policies related to

climate change at a local level. Report

Council directed staff to include funding in the 2019 budget for improvements to the Council Chamber sound system and for improvements to video recordings. Good News and Celebrations

The World Cup Ski Cross was hosted in the Town of the Blue Mountains Jan 25 & 26

Councillor Burley shared a story of an Air Nunavut jet landing at the Wiarton Keppel International Airport for a crucial MedEvac mission. Airport staff worked to quickly clear and maintain the runway of snow so the Jet could depart safely.

Grey Bruce 211 turned 10 years old on January 24! 211 supports hundreds of agencies across the County to connect people with the services they need.

Rocklyn won $50,000 in a contest hosted by Pioneer Seeds. The funds will support a kitchen makeover at the community centre.

The CT Scanner at the Hanover and District Hospital is now open

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photo and story by Robert BurcherBack Row L - R: Karen McFarland, Jan Nicholson, Sylvia Bell, Norine Baron, Pat Grant, Lorraine Sutton.Front Row L - R: June Kruegar, Phylis Fleming, Maureen McKee-Issacs, Donna Kearns, Linda Grigg. (missing Roland Gosselin)

The local group of Amnesty International (AI) marks its 35th anniversary this year, but there won’t be a big celebration. That’s because the goal of Amnesty International is to ensure that every person enjoys all the human rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. When that goal is reached there WILL be a big celebration.

Local group #82 was accredited in 1983 and two of the founders are still members. The number of members has remained quite stable and the group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The main activity is to write letters on behalf of prisoners, those who have been “disappeared” and people about to be executed. The letters go to officials in many countries worldwide. Letters are also written for human rights issues in Canada, regarding indigenous people and the practices of resource based Canadian companies. Occasionally the group gets a response to these letters and sometimes there is a positive outcome for prisoners and their families. All cases are well researched by Amnesty Head Office staff and the group gets updates on these cases.

Over the years, Group 82 has held many educational events, been active in local schools and raised funds through special events. AI Celebrates a Coffee House Revival, is coming up on Friday November 2nd at the L.E. Shore Library. Tickets available from AI members.

AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL GROUP 82 THORNBURY

Photo and story by Robert BurcherDr. Mike Budrewicz of Thornbury Dental shows us that work carries on

despite the massive reno that is happening at his and Dr. Lance Burnham’s practice.

The old house at 115 King St. (Hwy 26) in Thornbury had seen better days so the back half has been removed and a 1,700 sq. foot replacement is underway. Meanwhile the office is in the big trailer out front and the dentists and staff work in the old parlour and front room of the house.

The hope is that the walls and roof will be done before the snow flies and the completion will happen by mid-January. This will result in a very efficient and accessible location for the expanding business.

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THORNBURY/BEAVER VALLEY LIONS CLUBYour local Lions Club has enjoyed another very successful and rewarding

Lions Year (2017 - 2018), completing our many fundraising projects and providing Community services and funding to our less fortunate/needy citizens. It is now 35 years since we received our Charter. As we look forward to a new Lions year starting September 2018, we are facing a reality that our membership is diminishing to the point that we have to get more members and/or do Lions related tasks much differently.

We need new Members!If you are looking for Community involvement and an opportunity to

share your skills and experience, please consider this outreach. If you are interested in joining the Lions family, as a new member, or, even as a helper at our Community events/projects, please contact Tom Kennedy @ 519-599-7781 or barneyk@copper.net. We meet the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, from September to June, at the Marsh Street Centre in Clarksburg. In total, there are 20 (delicious) home cooked meals during the meetings which last, typically 1 ½ to 2 hours each. Fun, fellowship and personal development are encouraged. Our membership fees are $65 single, $110 family.

New Strategy for our 2018 Christmas Tree Sales Project

As a result of our limited resources, our Christmas Tree Sales will operate from our usual location at the Chamber of Commerce property (next to Home Hardware) Fri, Sat, and Sun 9am-5pm near the end of November. After hours and during the week at the home of Joan Gaudet, 167 Napier Street W., Thornbury 519-599-3541 and Mon-Fri 9-5 at Riverside Press, 158 Clark Street, Clarksburg 519-599-3344

Respectfully, Tom Kennedy – Past President TBVLC

Meet the Mayor SeriesResidents are invited to join Mayor Alar Soever

and members of Council for an open and informal discussion. This will be a great opportunity to

meet the Mayor and ask questions.

Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

Additional meetings will be scheduled across the Town over the coming months

Saturday, February 23 at 9am: Lora BayThe Great Hall, Lora Bay Recreation Centre

UPCOMING MEETINGSSaturday, March 16 at 9am: CraigleithSaturday, April 20 at 9am: Ravenna

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March 15th $24.95pp 5:30 & 7:30 seatings

Athletes win gold, silver & bronze at Provincial Games

Athletes from the Blue Mountain Special Olympics Alpine team returned from the 2019 Provincial Winter Games in Sault Saint Marie with 27 medals. Representing the Central Ontario District Team 13 athletes, competed in Giant Slalom, Super G, and Slalom races. From the Blue Mountain team 10 athletes showed their skill and heart by bringing home 27 medals.

12 Gold won by: Krista Robinson (3), Craig Distin, David Szakall (3), Alexander Szakall (2), Matthew Fields, Jimmy Cleary and Kael Gautier.

14 Silver won by: Alexander Szakall, Jimmy Cleary (2), Stephanie Smith (3), Matthew Fields (2), Robin Shuter (3), Craig Distin and Erin Wright.

1 Bronze won by: Erin Wright.“The Team rocked and obviously had FUN doing it. Great effort by

all Athletes and the Coaches now reap the benefits of their hard work and dedication. It’s a pleasure to lead such a super organization. I thank the entire Team for their support.” – Terry Sears, Head Coach.

While the Special Olympics Motto … “Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt” is a deep and serious message, the weekly message to the team from Head Coach, Terry Sears is “Fun, Fun, Fun”. These two messages truly sum up the great environment in which these special athletes perform.

Currently the Blue Mountain Special Olympics Alpine Team is the largest program in Canada with 35 athletes and the help of over 45 volunteers.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Dance with

Saturday, March 30th, 8:00pm Beaver Valley Community Centre, Thornbury

Tickets $20.00 - at the door or call 519-599-3345hosted by Blue Mountains Curling Centre

Contact: Lorie Smith Grey County Agricultural Services Phone 519-986-3756 Fax 519-986-2643 info@greyagservices.ca

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2019 Winter Course List Grey County Ag Services

Press Release For Immediate Release: January 16, 2019

Each Winter, Grey Ag Services offers Winter Courses of interest to producers and rural residents of Grey and Bruce Counties and beyond. Please find all the courses we are offering listed in the 6 pages below. Courses are filling quickly, so please act fast!! Pre-registration is required, so please promote these in advance of the courses to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to attend. Please call 519-986-3756, or email info@greyagservices.ca, to pre-register. There are more details for all of these courses on our website. Certified Crop Advisors will be able to obtain CEU credits for some of these courses.

Sheep Body Condition Scoring Learn a simple body condition score technique that will help you make decisions to improve sheep health and farm profitability. Using body condition scoring on your farm can improve lamb survival, litter size and lamb weights as well as increasing ewe longevity. Facilitated by Delma Kennedy, Sheep Specialist, OMAFRA, and Marlene Paibomesai, Dairy Specialist, OMAFRA Mon. Jan. 28th, 2019, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. $15.00 per person Pre-Register By: Wed. Jan. 23rd, 2019

Planning for the Future: A Focus on Replacement Heifers

This short course explores key considerations for selecting and managing replacement heifers and setting them up for a successful first calving. Topics will include: replacement heifer selection criteria; economic aspects of replacement heifer rearing; and body condition and feeding considerations. Facilitated by Beef Cattle Specialists at OMAFRA— Megan Van Schaik, and James Byrne.

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Beef/Sheep/Paddock Design for Rotational Grazing This short course covers practical information on how to develop a rotational grazing system that will work on your farm. Learn how to decide on a fence layout that suits your operation, where to site gates, handling facilities, and other infrastructure. Attendees

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should bring an aerial photograph of their farm (printout from AgMaps, Google Earth, or similar). Facilitated by Christine O’Reilly, Forage and Grazing Specialist, OMAFRA, and James Byrne, Beef Cattle Specialist, OMAFRA. Wed. Jan. 30th, 2019 Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. Heifer Course from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm Paddock Course from 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm $15.00 per person for each course, or attend both with a hot lunch for $35.00 per person Pre-Register By: Fri. Jan. 25th, 2019

An Evening with the Beekeeper - All Things Bees, Beekeeping and Honey

Join us for a Q&A discussion on any and all related topics of interest. Hugh Simpson, Grey County Commercial Beekeeper Osprey Bluffs Honey Co., will bring his experience to lead an informative and interactive session designed to cover the subjects of most interest to you. Thurs. Jan. 31st, 2019, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. $15.00 per person Pre-Register By: Mon. Jan. 28th, 2019

Tax Planning Tips & Farm Support Programs This course will share insightful tips that you need to know as you prepare for filing your farm taxes. Neil McCutcheon and Brandee Ceaser MacDonald, from BDO Canada LLP, will provide insights about: HST; payroll; WSIB; common tax mistakes; tips on keeping records; what your accountant needs to receive (preferred formats); and much more. An update on Farm Support Programs will also be shared.

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Financing Strategies/What Information Bankers Need to Know This course will provide information about: different financing strategies; debt suitability; types of debt (short term and long term); provide information about how bankers make their decisions; and what information they need to make those decisions, and why. Representatives from FCC will facilitate this course. Thurs. Feb. 7th, 2019 Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. Tax Course from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Finance Course from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm $15.00 per person for each course, or attend both with a hot lunch for $35.00 per person Pre-Register By: Fri. Feb. 1st, 2019

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Farm Implements on the Roadway

Each year we hear of a number of traffic incidents involving farm equipment. This course, facilitated by Brian Welsh of MTO, and Constable James Hunter, will provide an overview of the key requirements for farm vehicles (tractors, combines, towed implements) driven on the roadway. The Rules of the Road will also be discussed in detail. There will be an extensive opportunity for questions. Wed. Feb. 13th, 2019, 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. $15.00 per person Pre-Register By: Fri. Feb. 8th, 2019

Maximizing Your Social Media Results This workshop will provide an introduction to the major social media platforms and will provide strategies for how to be successful with each. Topics covered will include gearing your message to the appropriate audience, ways to automate your marketing, optimizing posting frequency, tips and tricks for content development, mitigating trolling and understanding the available options for paid support. Course facilitator will be Kelly Ward, Supervisor of Brand Services for Foodland Ontario. Wed. Feb. 27th, 2019, 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. $15.00 per person Pre-Register By: Fri. Feb. 22nd, 2019

Cover Crops Mentor Group Have you been trying to/ working with cover crops? We all know the benefits – now let’s make the system work better! Join a like-minded group of farmers, and others to show and share what’s working, what’s not, and the tweaks to improve. Bring your pictures, data and questions. Anne Verhallen, Tori Waugh. and reps from Seed Companies will be on hand. Thurs. Feb. 28th, 2019, 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. $15.00 per person Pre-Register By: Mon. Feb. 25th, 2019

Dealing with Family Farm Stress – A One Day Course on Mental Health

From unpredictable weather to heavy debt loads to working with family members, farming is stressful. This course will cover the role stress plays on the family farm and its impact on farmer mental health. During the day you’ll hear local farmers tell their mental health story, learn ways to deal with farm related stress, and find out about local resources you can turn to for support. Farmers of all ages are welcome, including teenagers. Sponsored By: Steacy Den Haan, Sales Rep. Royal LePage RCR Realty.

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Mon. Mar. 4th, 2019, 9:15 am – 4:30 pm Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. $25.00 per person Hot Lunch Provided Pre-Register By: Wed. Feb. 27th, 2019

Making Sense of Weed Management Participants will be given the tools to differentiate between the various crop protection products for corn, soybean, dry bean, forages/pastures and cereals so that they can determine what is best for their own operation. With hundreds of products on the market it can be difficult to identify which ones are truly new and unique and which ones are just recycled brands. Participants will also have an opportunity to develop strategies to manage their worst yield limiting weeds. Facilitated by Mike Cowbrough, Weed Management Specialist, OMAFRA Thurs. Mar. 7th, 2019, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. $25.00 per person Hot Lunch Provided Pre-Register By: Fri. Mar. 1st, 2019

Why Are More and More Cash Croppers Switching to Organic? A farmer-to-farmer conversation about the advantages of going organic and how they do it successfully, featuring: Fiete Suhr of Riverbend Farms; Terry Good of Good Family Farms/Tek-Mac Inc.; and other organic farmers in the area. Session will cover: Premiums for organics; yields; input costs; weed control, and how to start transition. Eric Payseur from Ecocert Canada will facilitate this course. Thurs. Mar. 7th, 2019, 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. $15.00 per person Pre-Register By: Mon. Mar. 4th, 2019

Home Canning Demonstration Have you aspired to preserve local fruits and vegetables, but don’t know where to start? Want to learn tips from the experts? Our facilitator for this course will be Martha Rogers (Master Food Preservation Certificate, Cornell University). Learn about the techniques of safe and healthy home canning using the water-bath method. Martha will prepare grape jam, and pomegranate-cherry jelly, and herb jelly recipes. Come, learn, ask questions, taste the prepared recipes and meet with fellow canning enthusiasts. Tues. Mar. 19th, 2019, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm **Markdale Community Centre and Arena** 75 Walker St, Markdale $20.00 per person Pre-Register By: Thurs. Mar. 14th, 2019

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Fences and Property Boundaries – What You Need to Know! Join Ray Robertson (fence viewer), Bob Scriven (lawyer), and Andy Macdonald (Highland Electric Fence Systems) for a dynamic discussion. Topics to be covered will include: the Line Fences Act; minimum fence standards; the legalities of sharing a fence with your neighbor, including case studies; and adverse possession/prescriptive easement/ other boundary concerns. There will be an extensive opportunity for questions. Thurs. Mar. 21st, 2019, 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. $15.00 per person Pre-Register By: Mon. Mar. 18th, 2019

Fresh From the Garden This course is for all gardeners, whatever their level of experience, who would like to grow their own vegetables and herbs using organic practices. It will include soil preparation, making compost, crop choices, crop rotation, and pest management. Presenters from Grey County Master Gardeners will facilitate this course. Thurs. Mar. 21st, 2019, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. $15.00 per person Pre-Register By: Mon. Mar. 18th, 2019

Horse Health Night Dr. Tee Fox’s topic will be Equine Skin Conditions - “Scratching the Surface of Equine Skin Diseases”. Come network with other like-minded individuals for a highly entertaining evening. Jointly sponsored by Grey Ag Services and Markdale Veterinary Services. Thurs. Mar. 28th, 2019, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. $15.00 per person Pre-Register By: Mon. Mar. 25th, 2019

Raising Amazing Chicks: The First Seven Days This course is co-sponsored by Grey Ag Services and Jones Feed Mills Ltd. The facilitator for this course is Dr Scott Gillingham. Dr Scott has traveled the globe teaching farmers and corporations how to solve the biggest challenges of the world’s fastest growing source of protein. Dr. Scott created iChicken to bring his vast experience of both commercial farming and personal farm to fork living to Backyard Farmers everywhere. The first seven days of a chick’s life can make or break your chicken raising success! Whether you’ve raised a dozen small flocks of poultry or you’re just getting started with your first, you will yield far better results when you fully understand the importance of the first seven days of a chick’s life. These first seven days are a critical neonate stage when the smallest mistake can have catastrophic results. This is the focus of the book, and this course. All participants will

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receive this book, courtesy of Jones Feed Mills Ltd. Do not miss this opportunity to gain from Dr. Scott’s expertise!! Sponsored by Jones Feed Mills Ltd. Mon. Mar. 25th, 2019, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Grey Ag Services, Lower Level of Grey Gables. 206 Toronto St. S. $15.00 per person Pre-Register By: Wed. Mar. 20th, 2019

For more information please contact Grey Ag Services: 519-986-3756, info@greyagservices.ca or go to www.greyagservices.ca