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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Message f rom the Mayor . . . . 2

The Munic ipa l i ty in Shor t . . 3-4

L ibrary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Puzz le . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Communi ty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Act iv i t ies . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

MUNICIPALITY OF OrmstownVoice

OrmstownM U N I C I P A L N E W S L E T T E R

February / March 2013Vol . 04 – No . 02

81, rue LambtonOrmstown (QC) J0S 1K0

Tél . : (450) 829-2625Fax : (450) 829-4162

ormstown@ormstown .cawww .ormstown .ca

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

Dear Fellow Citizens,

To start the year 2013, I would like to draw your attention to the municipality’s position on two current issues: municipal management and the violence directed towards elected officials and municipal employees.

It would be an understatement to say that, at present, some elected officials and municipal employees in our province, possess a less than perfect reputation and credibility. Nevertheless, the large majority of elected officials and municipal employees work extremely hard and often in unfavourable conditions to ensure quality services for all citizens.

In this context, the council and all municipal employees have adopted an unconditional policy of zero tolerance towards acts that do not conform to the municipal code of ethics.

Several acts and resolutions such as the control and handling of calls to tender and the employee code of ethics are already in place to ensure proper control for managing public funds in Ormstown and this policy will be ongoing.

With regard to violence, the Municipality of Ormstown will adopt a resolution at the next council meeting to the effect that violence towards its employees and elected officials is not an option and all types (intimidation, blackmail, threats, vandalism etc.) will be met with zero tolerance.

As of today, the Municipality of Ormstown says NO to violence and will take all measures to ensure respect of this fundamental democratic right.

In closing, it is important to understand that quality of life concerns all of us, and that everyone’s contribution is essential.

Jacques Lapierre, Mayor of Ormstown

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR ARTICLES IN THE NEWSLETTER

The ‘‘Ormstown Voice’’ Newsletter is published every two months and is distributed at around the beginning of the month . Organizations in the municipality and those in charge of activities are invited to send in their articles or news before the 5th of the preceding month . Articles should be forwarded as Word files with photographs in separate files (JPG or BMP) by email to: dir .loisirs@ormstown .ca

FOR MORE INFORMATION: 450 829-2625

Mayor Mr . Jacques Lapierre

Councillor, seat #01 Mr . Michel Tudino

Councillor, seat #02 Mr . Jacques Guilbault

Councillor, seat #03 Mr . Steven Lalonde

Councillor, seat #04 Mrs . Florence Bérard

Councillor, seat #05 Mr . Jean Côté

Councillor, seat #06 Mr . Stéphane van Sundert

General Manager and Secretary Treasurer: Daniel Théroux

Public Works: Chantal Rousseau

Recreation: Marie Lalonde

Director/Chief – Fire Department: Stephen Knox

Emergency Measures Coordinator: Jacques Lapierre

Municipal Inspector Gabriel Auger

Pres. – Planning & Heritage Advisory Committee: René Allen

Business Hours: Monday through Friday: 8:00 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5:00 pm

Editing and proofreading: Communications Division of the Municipality of Ormstown

Translation: Cathleen Johnston

Graphic Design: Valérie Duquette Design Graphique

Print Production: Multi-Graph

THE MAYOR’S OFFICE

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THE MUNICIPALITY IN SHORT

2013 MUNICIPALTAXESThe 2013 municipal tax bills will be mailed out during the month of February.

The 1st instalment is due on April 1st 2013.

2013TAX RATEThe general land tax rate has been set at .7575¢ per 100$ evaluation, which represents an increase of 1%. The commercial tax rate will increase from 1.26$ to 1.2726$ per 100$ of evaluation, also representing an increase of 1%.

Please keep in mind that the infl ation rate for 2012 is approximately 2%, and the tax rate increase is lower at 1%.

TAX CREDIT FOR EXTERIOR RENOVATION AND NEW RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTIONIs your home or business located within the municipal urban planning perimeter and do you receive town water and sewage services?

Did you know that you could be eligible for a tax credit of up to $1,500 to coverthe partial cost of exterior renovations?

In addition, if you have a project for constructing a new residence within the urban area, you may qualify for a maximum tax credit of $4,500 over three years.For further information, please contact the urban development services.

2013 DOG LICENCESRemember to purchase or renew a licence for your dog or dogs for $15 each. A letter will be mailed soon to all dog owners. If you have acquired a dog recently, we would remind you that a dog tag is obligatory and your animal must wear it at all times.

REMINDER: The maximum number of authorized dogs is 2 per property in the entire municipality.

Deadline: February 28th, 2013.

For information concerning the dog and wild animal bylaw (78-2012): consult our website: www.ormstown.ca under the “Urban and Economic Development Section”.

COUNCIL MEETINGS SCHEDULE FOR 2013January 14th

February 4th

March 4th

April 8th

May 6th

June 3rd

July 8th

August 5th

September 9th

October 1st (Tuesday)November 12th (Tuesday)December 2nd

WHO TO CALL, IN CASE OF EMERGENCYIf you have a problem with snow removal or the aqueduct and sewer networks, which requires immediate assistance; call our emergency telephone number at 450 854-8047.

SUMMER JOBS 2013DAY CAMPRecruitment of student personnel for the summer of 2013 will begin soon.

Please watch for announcements in the Gleaner and the Municipal Bulletin.

Deadline: April 12th 2013, 5 pm

WINTER PARKINGDon’t forget that it is strictly forbidden to park your vehicles on public roads and in parking lots in the Municipality of Ormstown between November 15th and April 15th, from midnight to 6:00 am.

SNOW REMOVAL To facilitate snow removal, please do not place property markers on the side of the road.

Also, please respect snow removal signs.

GARBAGE AND RECYCLING BINS To facilitate snow removal on the sidewalks, please do not place your garbage and recycling bins on the sidewalk.

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SNOW REMOVAL SNOW REMOVAL

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IN SHORT(Cont’d)

ORMSTOWN ENCHANTED CHRISTMASThe Christmas festivity which took place on December 1st was a huge success despite the cold!

The activities that were organized by the Downtown Merchants in collaboration with the Municipality of Ormstown were appreciated by all those present.

See you next year!

THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS AND SPONSORSPharmacie Michel Hohuu & Danh Nguyen, Express 57, Café Namasthé, Une Affaire de famille, Magasin F. Ratté, Club Optimiste d’Ormstown, No Ella Friperie Plus, Restaurant Quatre Saisons, Club Lions d’Ormstown, Boutique Uniquitées, Boutique Tara, La Boulangerie Pomérable, Quincaillerie B.M.R., Antiquités Plus, Friperie Fushia, Coop Garage, Les Jardins Glenorra, Caisse Desjardins du Haut-Saint-Laurent, Stéphane Billette Député de Huntingdon, Construction Jacques Théoret, Dumas Leduc CA Inc., Centre bancaire CIBC Ormstown, Super C Ormstown, Hôpital Vétérinaire Ormstown Inc., Imprimerie Multi-Graph, VD Design Graphique, Therrien & Duquette Notaire Inc., Crête Excavation, D’Amour RS & Fils and the volunteers.

See page 7 for solution.

A MESSAGE FROM OUR SCHOOL CROSSING GUARDLise Arcoîte who has been crossing school children every day for several years would like to thank drivers for their care. For a few months now, people have been showing much more respect for road safety and thereby making it safer for our children.Thank you to everyone!

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LIBRARYSCHEDULEInfo : 450 829-3249

Tuesday 7 to 9 pmWednesday Noon to 3 pmThursday 7 to 9 pmSaturday 10 am to noon

STORY TIMEWITH VIOLETTEAt Ormstown Library:

February 23, 2013 March 23, 2013 April 27, 2013 May 25, 2013 June 22, 2013

LIBRARY

SUDOKYRules: Fill the grid so every row, every column and every 3X3 grid contains digits 1 through 9. No number is repeated in any row, column or box.

PUZZLE

RECENTFRENCH

AdditionsAu bord de la rivière « Constant » T.4 / Michel David

La liste de mes envies / Grégoire Delacourt

Jusqu’à la folie / Jesse Kellerman

La faille souterraine et autres enquêtes /Henning Mankell

Copycat / James Patterson

Le bonheur c’est un choix /Barry Neil Kauman

French novelsand reference booksLe royaume de Lénacie 5 tomes / Priska Poirier

Le royaume des dragons / Geronimo Stilton

La piste du scarabée bleu / Téa Stilton

Passepeur piégé au jeu échékémort / Richard Petit

RECENTENGLISH

AdditionsCome home / Lisa Scottoline

Spin / Catherine McKenzie

Merry Christmas Alex Cross / James Patterson

The sins of the father / Jeffrey Archer

The beautiful mystery / Louise Penny

Lone wolf / Jodi Picoult

English novels and reference booksAshley the dragon fairy / Daisy Meadows

Me (just like you but only better) / Jim Benton

It’s not my fault I know everything / Jin Benton

The world’ greatest Olympians

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WHICH EMPLOYERS ARE HIRING? WHAT ARE THE JOBS OF THE FUTURE?WOULD YOU LIKE ANSWERS TO THESE QUESTIONS?

CARREFOUR JEUNESSE-EMPLOI HUNTINGDON CAN HELP.

Carrefour jeunesse-emploi offers services to assist with fi nding work and/or returning to school for 16-35 year-olds in the MRC du Haut-Saint-Laurent.

Carrefour jeunesse-emploi Huntingdon is a good place to get information on various topics connected to the job market and a variety of career choices: fi nd out about job leads, explore different career possibilities, discover services offered by organizations in the area, learn about the steps involved in applying for loans and bursaries or simply get to know more about labour standards.

For this information and much more, feel free to visit our offi ce. There is always someone available to answer your questions and, if needed, give you a hand with your research.

All our services are free of charge.Feel free to contact us

Address: 2 Henderson St. E, suite 1 in Huntingdon.

Telephone: 450 264-5858

We look forward to meeting you!

YOUNG FAMILIES IN YOUR MUNICIPALITY NEED YOU!Listen, support, validate and encourage, this is what the volunteers with Premiers Pas do for families.

Launched in England under the name Home-Start and introduced in Quebec in 1989, this program provides support in the home to parents of children aged 0-5 years, by pairing them with a volunteer. The goal? Bring moral support or practical assistance by accompanying a parent through his or her daily chores.

If you would like to offera family:

Your experienceYour timeYour ability to listen

Find out more!

Une Affaire de familleMélanie Tardif450 829-3782

CRICA NEW ORGANIZATION IN ORMSTOWN

On January 14, the Centre de Ressources Informatiques Communautaire opened the doors to its new location at 55, Lambton St. in Ormstown. The CRIC is a non-profi t, social economy oriented organization that offers low cost computer training and services. Various training sessions are offered including an introduction to Windows, the Internet and email as well as creating a web site, an introduction to word processing (Microsoft Word) and spreadsheets (Excel).

Consult our internet site for further information at www.crichsl.com or contact us at 450-829-3333.

LIONS CLUBCHRISTMAS BASKETS

The Lions Club wishes to thank those who donated food and/or toys on December 15th, 2012 during their doorto door canvassing for Christmas baskets.

Many families in our municipality received Christmas baskets and they thank you. See you next year!

CLOTHING COUNTER SALE(END OF SEASON)

St-Malachie Rectory

10 Bridge St. Ormstown

Mondays, March 11th & 18th:10am to 12 noon

Saturdays March 16th & 23rd: 10amto 12noon

All items will be half price

CENTRE DE FORMATIONHUNTINGDONStart the year on the right foot!

You want to improve your reading and your writing, but you don’t know where to begin… Or, you know someone who needs to work on his or her writing and mathematics basic skills… Communicate with us and we will help you evaluate your level and target the proper resource.

The Huntingdon Learning Centre 450 264-5558www.cfhuntingdon.org

CLUB OPTIMISTEBLOOD DRIVE

Many thanks to the 72 donors who participated in the blood drive on January 8th.

See you next year!

THE FOLLOWING ARE OUR OPTI-VOYAGES WINNERS:

Jean-Pierre Claveau, Howick

Sandy MacDonell, Huntingdon

Jacques Mallette et Linda Deschamps, Howick

Luc Proulx, Mercier

Congratulation, and Bon Voyage!

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COMMUNITY

SNOW TUBINGTHE OPTIMIST CLUB INVITES YOU TO A “SNOW TUBING OUTING” IN PIEDMONT

Sunday, February 23rd, 2013

Registration will take place on February 16th from 10 am to 12 noon at the Rec Centre

Cost: 13$/person

Info : Bernard Guérin 450 829-3119or Patricia Gadoury 450 829-1062

ZUMBA FREE, TRY-OUT CLASS

Try out a Zumba class for free with Heather Diodati. Classes are offered on Thursdays from 7:30 to 8:30 at the École Notre-Dame du Rosaire.

NEW ZUMBA CLASS OFFERED IN ORMSTOWN WITH SUMMER EASTWOOD

Tuesdays from 7 to 8 pm at the École Notre-Dame du Rosaire

Session started January 15th. For further information, please contact Summer Eastwood at 514 378-2897 or email at summer.eastwood@gmail.com.

A MATCH WITH FORMERCANADIENS Come and see our red, white and blue players in action against a team of local players.

Sunday, April 21, 2013 at 2 p.m.

Place: Huntingdon Municipal Arena,1567 Fairview, Hinchinbrooke

Cost: $30 for adults, $20 for children12 years and under.

Tickets: Jacques Guilbault: 450 601-4505 and the Arena: 450 264-5205.

UNE AFFAIRE DE FAMILLE INVITES YOU:TROPICAL CARNIVAL

(face painting, games, sliding, B.B.Q., hot chocolate and much more)

When: Friday March 8th, 2013 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. during March Break

Where: 19 Bridge StreetAll families welcome!

WORKSHOPS FOR PARENTSPARENTS OF TEENAGERS…A JOURNEY

When: 9 workshops Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Where: 19 Bridge St., OrmstownStarting, January 23, 2013Games, questionnaires and open questions will be used during these workshops to encourage an exchange of ideas.

JOYEUX CHAUDRONS NEW! “BISTRO 55 RUE LAMBTON”

As of January 23, 2013 Services: Lunch, daily menus, take out,community kitchen.

NEW!REGISTRATION NOW: Language Stimulation Workshops

Groupe Connexion Compétence

Antidote 2

Workshops 50+: exercises, Coffee get-togethers, Crafts, Knitting, Asian Culture Workshops, Beauty Workshops, Tai chi

Seeking volunteers for the Premier Pas program

Seeking amateur musicians – to play for fun: Thursdays 6:30 p.m.Information: Mélanie at 829-3782

MARCH BREAKACTIVITIESThis year, there will be activities offered to children of all ages during the school break. A brochure will be sent out a week prior to the break.

BADMINTON Every Monday from 7 to 9 pm

At the Ormstown Recreation Centre 87 Roy St.Bring your own equipment!(No badminton on February 4 th only)

SKATING RINK AND SLIDE SCHEDULE(weather permitting):

RECREATION CENTERMonday to Friday: 4 pm to 10 pm Saturday and Sunday: noon to 10 pm

PARC DES ÉRABLESMonday toThursday: 4:30 pm to 9:00 pmFriday : 4:30 pm to 10:00 pmSaturday : noon to 10:00 pmSunday: noon to 9:00 pmThere is supervision during these hours.

WINTER MARKETOrganized by the Huntingdon County Farmers’ Market – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

February 10th & March 3rd: Ormstown Recreation Center

March 24th: Salle Paroissiale St-Joseph, 13 York Street, Huntingdon

April 14th: Ormstown Elementary School,7 Georges Street

AMERICAN COUNTRY EVENINGOPTIMIST CLUB FUNDRAISING

Get your boots and hat outCome dance and have fun with us!

May 4th, 2013At the Ormstown Recreation Center

ACTIVITIES

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LIONS CLUB –ANNUAL BRUNCHSunday, February 3rd from11am until 2pmAdults: $ 12 – Children 5-12: $ 6at the Ormstown Recreation Centre

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YOGA SPRINGSESSION 2013WITH ELIZABETH CHANONA450 247-2185Elizabeth.chanona@gmail.com

Yoga for fl exibility, strength, breathing, and relaxation.

Classes: Beginners/ Intermediate: April 10 – June 12, 2013; (10 weeks)

Beginners: Wed.: 2:45–4:00 p.m.

Intermediate: Wed.: 4:30 – 5:45 p.m.

Wed.: 6:00 – 7:15 p.m.(beginners can also try this)

Price: Reg: $113 (GST and PST included)

Seniors and students: $90 (GST and PST included)

Drop in : $13 adult and $11 seniors and students

Place: Recreation Center, Ormstown (Classes can be made up in Hemmingford or at another time on the same day.)

WORKSHOPSMEDITATION

Monthly meditation: 20 april and 25 may, 8:30-9:30 a.m.

$5 each Saturday, Hemmingford

YOGA DAY FOR AMNESTYSaturday, April 27, 2013More details to be announced

RESTORATIVE YOGAYoga with props to reduce stress and stimulate the immune system.

Open to all. Sunday May 19, 2013:Recreation Center, Ormstown

Sunday May 26, 2013: Hemmingford2:00 – 4:00pm

20 $

SUMMER SOLSTICE YOGA INTENSIVE3 mornings or evenings of yoga: Tues-Wed-Thurs.

18-19-20 June: 8:30-10:30 am or 6:30-8:30 pm

$50 (taxes included), Hemmingford

HIP HOP DANCE

Kindergarten to Grade 3from 6:00pm to 6:30pmCost: $55.00First night is FREE

Grades 4 to 6from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pmCost: $95.00First night is FREE

High School & abovefrom 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.mCost: $95.00First night is FREE

NEW: BOKWA FITNESS

Check it out at bokwa.cafrom 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Cost: $95.00First night is FREE

HOOTENANNY

Do you like to get together just to play instruments with others for fun?

Come and join us and have a great time just playing altogether! Beginners and all levels invited.

From 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.FREE of CHARGE !

MOTOR MANIA

If you like to tinker with engines, than our Briggs & Stratton program is for you. Come and learn how to disassemble and reassemble a 7.75 Snowblower engines.

from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm – 5 weeks FREE

WEIGHT TRAINING PROGRAM

CVR's weight room will be open to the public. A certifi ed personal trainer, Crystal McCormick, will be there to help you create your own fi tness program and show you what our gym has to offer.

Beginners to experts are welcome.

From 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Cost $90.00 per session – Max. 10 adults

SMART WOMEN & MONEY

A 5 week seminar offered FREE OF CHARGE to women of all ages who are interested in learning how to take control of their fi nances.

Learn the tricks to help you in the future!

From 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

FUN SPORTS NIGHT

Do you have the winter blues?

Need a place to play some fun sports?

We have the answer for you. People of all ages are invited to get together and play sports games such as basketball, badminton, fl oor hockey, etc.

Parents against the kids is the best!

From 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm – 10 weeks

Cost: $50 par family or $25 /individual

CHATEAUGUAY VALLEY CLC COMMUNITY NIGHTSLOCATION: C.V. R.

Monday nights from January 28th to April 22nd

LATE REGISTRATION ACCEPTEDCONTACT: KIM WILSON at 450-829-2381 ext. 245

ACTIVITIES

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In our Municipality,we say NOto violence

ZERO TOLERANCE

Partners of a safe and healthy municipal environment