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BOUWMEISTER INC. PLUS PARTNERING WITH THE GREENBELT • MOVEMENT IN BALLANTRAE • HOME RENOVATIONS • THE HAMLETS COUNCILCOUNCIL CORNER CORNER 3 3 STOUFFVILLE Council Disbands Downtown Committee vaccinatesvaccinatespage 4 O T R Chamber of Commerce to take over Downtown Stouffville marketing, events APRIL Glenn Jackson, Contributor No.50 | 2021 ON THE ROAD This is a monthly column summarizing recent 3 inch x 3 inch Whitchurch-Stouffville Council decisions. Features BUDDING GEMS PG.12 Subscribe to our eNewsletter for more detailed information: eepurl.com/cKPNg9 P R AY E R B R E A K FA S T APRIL 2021 ISSUE PG.5 Chamber Takes Over Downtown. In OCEAN NURSERY November of 2020, the Stouffville Chamber PG.10 PRESS READY PDF of Commerce approached the Town with a proposed plan to oversee downtown events, BUDDING GEMS initiatives, and activities. These would, PG.12 according to the Chamber, support a more BOUWMEISTER engaged and active Downtown Stouffville PG.14 business community. At the April 20 meeting, Council approved MOVEMENT IN STOUFFVILLE VACCINATES SEAWAY WATER SUPPLY BALLANTRAE PG.16 a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) The Stouffville Vaccinates initiative was able to WATER SERVICES WASTE MANAGEMENT between the Chamber and the Town to assume HOME RENOVATIONS help over 600 Stouffville seniors book appoint- • Well/Cistern/Pool • Septic Services those duties. PG.20 ments and get vaccinated. • Water Sod/Landscape • Bin Rentals In accordance with the MOU, the Chamber TOWN BRANDING • Water Tank Rentals • Hydro Vac Services will: “promote Downtown Stouffville as PG.24 FROM THE EDITOR a shopping, dining, cultural and tourism EBRATI Emergency CEL NG Durham destination; identify opportunities and On the Road in Whitchurch-Stouffville (OTR) is Service and barriers that contribute or detract from the Monthly magazine of the Town. The purpose Available YRS G.T.A. Downtown Stouffville as a vibrant place to Departments is to communicate with residents, promote local live, work and to play; cultivate a community businesses, support agriculture, develop tourism of all Downtown property and business A 60 COUNCIL s Fa es and, most importantly, build community. owners and residents, while advocating, and CORNER PG.3mil sin A Family Run Business y Run Bu In this edition, you will enjoy an eight-page actively promoting Downtown businesses; ABOVE: A group of Easter bunnies converge on the merchants in Downtown Stouffville during the annual SOCIETAS PG.4 spread pertaining to our share of the Greenbelt, Call for a act as a strategic advisor to facilitate visioning, Easter Egg Hunt on Main Street. Whitchurch-Stouffville Council recently delegated the Stouffville Chamber GREENBELT PG.8 which includes articles about well known people, 905-683-1397 quote today planning and coordination on projects/ of Commerce to oversee downtown marketing, events and activities through a new Memorandum of like Frank Stronach and John Bouwmeister, and [email protected] seawaywatersupply.com issues/plans within Downtown Stouffville; Understanding. Under the agreement the Chamber will organize at least four events this year, like the Easter BUSINESS PG.20 new business owners, such as Navy Song and act as a champion for Downtown Stouffville Egg Hunt, that will help promote downtown merchants and businesses to tourists and residents of the town. COMMUNITY Erin Travis. Additionally, there are a couple of supporting collaboration, entrepreneurship NEWS P G . 3 4 interesting case studies in Food Security. This will and investment.” Growth Forecasts. At the April 20 meeting, Latcham Art Centre. At the April 6 meeting, be an introduction to a multi-month partnership By doing so, the Chamber will assume Council heard a presentation from the Region Council approved the Latcham Art Centre’s between the Greenbelt Foundation and the Town. responsibility for all day-to-day marketing of York regarding their 2051 growth forecast. Board of Directors’ request to dissolve the So much our Town resides within the Greenbelt activities. They will also create a The Region’s draft “2051 Growth Forecasts” Board and to assign the Centre’s governance to Columns that there no shortage of tales to tell, places to go communications strategy to provide better anticipates that the Town will grow to 92,900 fall within the leadership of the Whitchurch- SUSAN'S TIP-OFF and fresh food to source. visibility for downtown businesses and persons and 31,900 jobs by 2051. All of the Stouffville Public Library. The new governance PG.30 Further, another new and unique business in coordinate a minimum of four events this year. Town’s remaining ‘Whitebelt’ lands (375 model takes effect immediately. Ballantrae graces the pages of OTR, while a part- As part of the transfer, the Town will no TALES FROM THE Q hectares) will be required to accommodate any The new model provides many advantages, PG.31 nership with the Stouffville Chamber of Commerce longer require the support and guidance of urban expansions. including the opportunity for increased highlights home renovators. Glenn Jackson pro- the ‘Downtown Stouffville Working Group’ The ‘Whitebelt’ lands comprise agricultural advocacy for visual arts within the cultural FROM WHERE I vides a primer on the new Town branding, and the (DSWG). The citizen advisory committee, lands that are located outside of the Province’s mandate of the Library and increased LIVE PG.32 W-S Museum presents a self-guided driving tour of which had been supporting various initiatives Greenbelt Area, and from a Provincial policy community outreach with expanded SPORTS TOWN The Hamlets. since 2009, was disbanded immediately upon perspective, represent the most suitable lands advertising and marketing resources. The Art PG.33 The May issue is the 51st edition of OTR. Someone approval at the meeting. for urban expansion areas. Centre’s 1,200 sq. ft. of studio space will allow once predicted that we'd run out of new subject The funds to support the MOU come directly Council heard that the Region’s growth for more programming for the community. matter within a year or so. Ha! from the Downtown Special Levy of $73,000 forecast is fairly conservative, and does not take This edition brings awareness to ten businesses, annually. Additional savings to the Town will into account the extent of intensification that is and twelve matters of community importance. also be achieved with the elimination of the anticipated within the Town’s built-up areas. If COUNCIL MEETINGS: Under the current COVID-19 situation, meetings are Contact Bruce Stapley for limited advertising Downtown Coordinators position. accounted for, the Town’s 2051 growth forecast generally 1 p.m. every other Tuesday via teleconference. placements at [email protected]. The Agreement takes effect June 1, 2021, and anticipates in the order of approximately Detailed information at townofws.ca/COVID19 Listen live: townofws.ca/cmlivestream. Photographs on Cover and Pages 4, lasts until December 31, 2022. 101,400 persons and 39,300 jobs in 2051. Live tweets: @ws_townhall 10, 14 and 16 by Dennis Hristovski. David Tuley, Editor & Designer Economic Development Officer, [email protected]

20-WHC 24-7 Ad_345x485.indd 1 2020-10-14 12:02 PM SOCIETAS 4 DISTRACTED 2021 prayer DRIVINGDRIVING FromDistracted speeding driving to can tailgating, kill you or makingsomeone STOUFFV ILLE excessiveelse. It’s now lane considered changes, one weaving of the Bigin and 4 Killers out ofof traffic,our roadways, intentionally alongside preventing impaired drivinganother breakfastby Diane Ward driverby alcohol from or passing, drugs, improper and cutting use of off seatbelts others onand the aggressive road are driving. a Deaths from collisions caused by distracted driving have doubled We are excited to announce that the The organization we are supporting by Elliot Basa, OTR Journalism Student since 2000. vaccinates Whitchurch-Stouffville Prayer Breakfast is this year through the prayer breakfast Distracted driving is the act of driving while on for 2021. The event will be held virtually is the Whitchurch-Stouffville branch of engaging in other activities which distract the When COVID-19 vaccination appoint- Markham Vaccinates initiative. “Ray – service by completing an online form, or this year on Thursday, May 20th @ 8 AM. Restore Canada. Restore Canada works to driver's attention away from the road. There ments started to become available for would love to learn more about what you’re by calling the Library where Library staff Meaning we can’t supply breakfast, but the help individuals in physical, emotional or are three types of distracted driving; visual seniors in early February, Markham res- doing and if there’s a simple way to include completed the form for them. Many seniors rest we will gladly do. Mark Middleton, the financial distress with the aim of restoring (taking your eyes off the road); manual (taking ident, Ray Lai, worried that the seniors at Stouffville residents,” he replied to the did not have email addresses to receive their Executive Director of Equip Leadership them to healthy, sustainable lives. Local your hands off the steering wheel); and cogni- his church would not be able to navigate all Tweet. A phone call between the two was vaccination appointment details, so volun- is speaking with a message titled: Where trained volunteers work collaboratively tive (taking your mind off the drive). Whether the online booking systems. A conversation arranged for the next day. teers were needed to make phone calls. do we go from here? Musical guest for the with faith communities and partners to it’s eating, drinking, personal grooming, chat- with his pastor, Rev. Nicola Skinner, result- Coincidentally, Whitchurch Stouffville Stouffville residents, Flora MacDonald and morning is Susan Ryman, recording artist distribute resources with a clear plan for ting with passengers, programming the stereo ed in an idea that the church would create Public Library CEO, Margaret Wallace, had Hugh Wallis, were thrilled to volunteer and guest soloist for a number of travelling restoration – the goal to move them out of or GPS, these forms of distraction can lead to a free service, led by volunteers, to assist reached out to the Mayor’s office to inquire their time. “This is a pandemic that needs choirs in the GTA. dire circumstances to being self-sufficient. a ticket, Careless Driving charges or worse, a seniors with booking their vaccination about how the Library could assist seniors all hands-on deck, and we have the ability to This is a free event through registration. 2020 has been a darker, more challenging collision. appointments. A Google spreadsheet was in booking vaccination appointments. A help. When we come together, and support To join the online community, you will need year than anyone could have anticipated. Today we face a specific form of distraction quickly created and a system for booking productive phone call with all parties took each other, it’s good for all of Stouffville,” to email us at wsprayerbreakfast@gmail. Your generous gift will be directed to those with the increasing reliance on our cell phones appointments was developed. On February place the next day, resulting in Ray gra- said the couple. com or register through our web site. in Whitchurch-Stouffville who are the most and mobile devices. A driver is 23 times more 27, 2021, Markham Vaccinates officially ciously offering to duplicate his efforts in Stouffville couple Marjorie and Thomas Tulsi Food Experience are offering a vulnerable and in dire need of assistance. likely to be involved in a collision if texting and launched. Stouffville, and the Library offering staff to were thrilled when vaccination appoint- breakfast of bacon and eggs, Eggs Benedict If you feel compelled to make a donation 4 times more likely if talking on a cellphone The service was met with heavy demand assist with registrations. “The Whitchurch- ments started becoming available in York or Eggs Florentine at a 20% discount the you can either make an e-transfer to info@ while driving. So, you may think sending a text and would prove to be extremely effective. Stouffville Public Library recognized that Region. They registered for Stouffville morning of our breakfast. Oakside Bar and restorecanada.org or donate directly to only takes 5 seconds and isn’t a big deal, but at Ray saw that seniors outside his church making COVID-19 vaccination appoint- Vaccinates, but then decided they would be Grill are offering Steak and Eggs at a 10% Restore Canada. All donations over $20.00 90 km/h that’s like driving the length of a foot- were also in dire need of help with vacci- ments, especially for those residents who capable of booking their own appointments discount. We have wonderful sponsors, made directly to Restore Canada will be ball field with your eyes closed! nation appointments, so the decision was do not have the technological skill or equip- and removed their names. When they tried McDonald’s, Village Grocer, Centre Piece issued a tax-receipt. Simply holding a cell phone or hand-held made to make the service available to any- ment, such as a computer or internet access, to book appointments, they were surprised Flowers, KPD Signs, Budget Towing, Another way to get involved and support device while driving is illegal. Drivers convicted one in Markham. can be a daunting task,” said Margaret. to find that there were no vaccine appoint- Candlelight and Memories, Chapel Ridge Restore is by becoming a volunteer. There of distracted driving could face licence suspen- On March 3, Mayor Iain Lovatt was Stouffville Vaccinates officially launched ments available for any of the sites in York Funeral Home, O’Neill’s Funeral Home, are a number of ways to do this: sign up to sion, fines of $615 to $3,000 and 3 to 6 demerit checking out the latest news on Twitter on March 15, 2021. Seniors in Stouffville Region. Frustrated, they called Stouffville Highland Hills Funeral Home, Hugh Dodd be a care planner, join a local community points. Novice drivers will face the same fines and noticed a Tweet from Ray about the immediately started to register for this Vaccinates. Their names were put back on CPP., Ken Prentice, Penmore Wealth hub, or participate in the “Great Walk for as drivers with A to G licences, longer suspen- the list and they were booked for appoint- Management, Kisko Products, Norton Restore” - even a little time can go a long way. sions and cancellation of their licence and ments the very next day. “I was willing to Stouffville Stats Mayor Lovatt and Ray Lai discuss the roll-out of Stouffville Vaccinates. McMullen CA., Rouge River Farms, SCS This year it will be a Virtual event - Walk/ removal from the Graduated Licensing System go anywhere to get a vaccine, but I couldn’t Last 3 months: Consultants, Stouffville Toyota, Stouffville Run/Bike Fundraiser, Saturday, May 15. For for a third conviction.Speeding ... 544 get an appointment. The only way we got Sun Tribune, and Tim Horton’s Stouffville more information, see: A split secondImpaired of distraction Alcohol ... 15 can cause a it was through Stouffville Vaccinates,” and Uxbridge. - wsprayerbreakfast.com collision or fatalityImpaired and Drugs a lifetime ... 3 of pain and said Thomas. The couple truly believe that Distracted/Cell phone ... 5 (1 month) - walkforrestore.com. suffering. Keep your eyes and mind on the road Stouffville Vaccinates was a godsend. “They Collisions ... 102 and keep two hands on the wheel at all times. know what they’re doing, they know how to Stunt Driving ... 52 (5 months) get your appointment. I’m extremely happy we ended up using them,” said Marjorie. Mayor Lovatt couldn’t be happier with the success of the initiative. “Within the first month of launching, Stouffville Vaccinates was able to help over 600 Stouffville seniors book appointments and get vaccinated,” said Mayor Lovatt. “Council and I are grate- ful to all the volunteers and the staff at the Library for making this happen.” No matter who you ask, everybody involved with Stouffville Vaccinates will tell you the same thing – it works and it’s wonderful. Find out more at: stouffvillevaccinates.com. You can always spot the student who spent their summer with Mathnasium.

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overtureOTR benefits from Greenbelt Foundation grant Ontario and other public and private sup- the goal of educating children about the organic food. The first phase will be the cre- port to make strategic investments that benefits of eating organic foods and will ation of a greenhouse on his property at 16529 bolster the richness of life in the Greenbelt. work toward the creation of school pro- Woodbine Avenue (just south of Vivian Road) The Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville is to come, like the beginning of an opera or the and tourism experiences. The Greenbelt Since 2005, they have invested and lever- grams that will enable children to learn in Whitchurch-Stouffville. Future plans the proud recipient of a 2021 Greenbelt preface to a musical. In this edition, you will was created in 2005 to prevent further loss aged matching dollars totaling more than how to grow organic foods. Another of the include the creation of an Education Centre Foundation grant. The generous grant will read stories from our part of the Greenbelt: of farmland and natural heritage, restrict $47 million through investment in farm- organization’s goals will be to convince gov- and a Regional Farmers Market in the years fund a four-page expansion to OTR from a new garden centre and nursery; Frank urban sprawl, and work with the Ontario ing, environmental protection and tourism ernment and school boards to establish food to come. May thru October, to deliver: Education Stronach’s GUHAH Way and his proposal Growth Plan to develop vibrant communi- projects to make the Greenbelt a great place guidelines that only permit organic food driven columns on how the Greenbelt was to develop a hands-on food-based learning ties where people can live, work, and play. to live, work, play, and grow. in school cafeterias by demonstrating the for more - guhahway.com formed and what it offers to residents; centre for students; A multi-generational One of the most biologically rich areas benefits. Citizen journalism for first-hand accounts landscape company; A new educator that in all of Canada, the Greenbelt includes for more - greenbelt.ca Mr. Stronach plans to create a place As Mr. Stronach says, “I’m a great believer on why the Greenbelt is important to them; specializes in the development of backyard the Niagara Escarpment and Oak Ridges to facilitate learning and educating chil- that the number one priority in life – the one Segments focusing on passive outdoor gardens; and, food security through the eyes Moraine, which filter and replenish ground- The Greenbelt Foundation is dedicated to dren and the community at large about that stands above all – is to stay healthy.” recreation, including trail hiking; Sources of grassroots organizations. water, and feed into the many river systems promoting and sustaining the Greenbelt as the benefits of growing and consuming of food and other natural resources; and, that flow through Canada’s most developed a vital, valuable, and permanent safeguard General Greenbelt columns written by high region. In 2017, the Greenbelt was expand- for our future that enhances the quality of ONTARIO'S GREENBELT Frank Stronach. Founder, The GUHAH Way. school journalism students to advocate ed to include 21 Urban River Valleys and 7 life for all residents of Ontario. by David Tuley, compiled from Greenbelt.ca for youth education, involvement and coastal wetlands, connecting its subur- enjoyment of the Greenbelt. Ontario's Greenbelt is the world's largest, ban and rural lands to Lake Ontario. The THE GUHAH WAY After all, almost all of Whitchurch- protecting farmland, forests, wetlands, riv- Greenbelt safeguards the vital resources by Steve Hinder, GUHAH Way Foundation Stouffville is Greenbelt, and contained with- ers, and lakes. 2.1 million acres of protected that clean our air and water, reduces our in is the Oak Ridges Moraine. Our present land work together to provide us with fresh flood risks, provides a home for wildlife, and GUHAH – “Growing Up Healthy And Happy” and future are intertwined. Consider the air, clean water, fantastic local food and ensures our communities have greenspace If you are healthy, you think more clearly. May Edition of OTR an “Overture” of what is drink, and world-class outdoor recreation to explore. You are able to work better and be more pro- Economically, the Greenbelt produces a ductive. You have more energy. And you are $9.6 billion impact every year, and it hous- able to get the most out of life, whether it’s es 177,700 full-time jobs within. It contains building a successful career, playing sports 750,000 acres of highly productive farm- or pursuing leisure activities. The fact is, land. 4,782 farms are protected by the it’s much easier to be happy when you’re Greenbelt. These farms produce 68% more healthy. A lifestyle philosophy, teaching revenue earned by per acre than the average children about the benefits of eating organ- Ontario farm. ic foods. Environmentally, 78 species at risk are That is the mission and philosophy behind protected, and 721,000 acres of wetlands, the creation of a new legacy project of Frank grasslands and forests are protected. The Stronach. He has created a Foundation Greenbelt offsets 71 million tonnes of car- called “The GUHAH Way”. Its purpose will bon each year – the equivalent of 56.5 mil- be to encourage the consumption of healthy lion cars of carbon offsets per year. organic foods by all, especially children. For our well-being, the health of the You may have seen or even visited Frank’s Greenbelt affects the quality of drink- Organic Restaurant and Marketplace Growth Plan Boundary ing water for more than seven million which recently opened at Aurora Road and Greenbelt Canadians. The Greenbelt affords $224 Highway 404, a new concept where all the Stouffville million per year in flood protection, as it food and products sold are organic and manages stormwater during severe weath- locally sourced. The goal is to serve organic Oak Ridges er events, and helps to prevent costly flood- Moraine The Greenbelt includes the menu items that are affordable and are also ing. In a warming climate, the tree cover and available in the Marketplace to take home. Niagara Oak Rdiges Moraine and the Escarpment Niagara Escarpment vegetation of the Greenbelt keep ambient As Frank says, “It is my sincere hope that temperatures down. City dwellers can find the organic restaurant and marketplace relief from the cooling effect of the region’s concept I’ve created will be adopted by river valleys. other restaurants and will inspire individ- The Greenbelt Foundation operates as an uals of all ages to embrace organic foods and independent, charitable organization, and healthy eating”. receives funding from the Government of The GUHAH Way Foundation will pursue 10 GREENBELT

and plans to make more. Look him up on YouTube or go to Navy’s landscaping web- site at songlandscaping.ca/how-to. COVID-19 has been hard on this busi- ness too. They have struggled to find help. They are currently hiring a Yard worker, Yard manager, Landscaper, and Landscape Designer. Resumes can be emailed to: info@ songsco.com. In addition to plants, Ocean Nursery offers soil, mulch, gravel and other land- scape supplies. They provide free design consultation and plant installation. Ocean also has bins available for garbage disposal.

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This fast-growing business on a Greenbelt “dream” farm will be something to watch.

OCEAN NURSERY business for 20 years, but he had a dream everything from landscaping and irrigation, 1000 varieties plants, including a selection nursery in Ontario that can provide full ser- by David Tuley – a dream of finding a plot of land in the to driveways and pools; and Songsco.com, of trees, roses, peonies, Japanese Maples, vices in Cantonese and Mandarin language, Navy Song is many things, he is a dream- Greenbelt a building a multi-faceted green which is their e-commerce web site. He grasses and flowering perennials. which could be quite a draw for Stouffville. er, an educator, a retailer, a wholesaler, a business. He found the land, bought it and likes to be “24 hours busy”. Ocean Nursery is unique in many ways. Navy is outgoing, positive and well-ac- landscape architect, a Chinese vegetable developed it over the past several years. It is He has developed greenhouses, two ware- They have developed a strong and efficient complished, but he was nervous about the specialist, a landscaper. Navy has been a located at 16110 Woodbine Ave., just north houses, invested in over 100 pieces of heavy e-commerce site at songsco.com. On this interview with OTR. He is shy in the spot- resident of the community of Stouffville of St. John’s Sideroad. equipment, and has built a thriving retail website, you can order your plants for a light, but many know him as “Principal for 15 years. “I want to stay in Stouffville Navy has developed a group of companies and wholesale business. Ocean Nursery is pick-up in 2-3 hours or arrange for delivery Song”. Navy is always teaching, sometimes forever,” he says, as “I like this area and the under the banner of Ocean Group: Ocean growing 100,000 vegetable plants with one and install. In fact, you can order your veg- at the university or college level, and often people who live here.” Nursery - the face of the business on hundred varieties – half are hard-to-find gie plants right now. Ocean Nursery is also with young people as co-op students. He Navy has been in the landscaping Woodbine; Song Landscaping, who does Chinese vegetables. They have more than unique because they are probably the only has created teaching videos for online use 12 GREENBELT

BUDDING GEMS LAND OVER LANDINGS by Elliot Basa, OTR Journalism Student by Jahaan Kanji Arain, OTR Journalism Student

With the spring season rolling around, it satisfying about it.” of your garden. You can also request help In times of uncertainty, food security are running out of food and people need to to attract lines of people who are in hopes of is likely that many people are thinking about Being self taught, she wanted to grow her with starting a garden from completely has become our biggest challenge. We have be fed.” buying fresh food. starting up their very own backyard garden. plethora of knowledge about gardening, by anew. become deprived of our ability to access “During the pandemic, we’re constantly However, the process of choosing plants, achieving a Master Gardener Certification After your consultation, Budding Gems an unlimited supply of food, as Covid-19 for more - landoverlandings.com watching about food insecurity, and how taking care of them properly and finding at Dalhousie University and becoming a will send you a follow-up package containing has taught us that we can no longer rely on people need to donate to food banks. Yes, a good place to garden can be intimidating Master Vegetable Gardener at Oregon State solutions to the problems discussed during other countries for our produce. If we hope Our water supply is another factor that they are a quick fix, but they aren’t the for new gardeners. Enter: Budding Gems. University. Her newly improved gardening the consultation and a detailed planting to surpass the effects of something as con- Delaney states is as equally important. answer. There needs to be a bigger push for Budding Gems is a gardening company that skills were quickly noticed by neighbors, plan. Budding Gems ensures that your gar- siderable as a pandemic, and the outcomes “Water is the new oil. Water is irreplaceable, urban farming.” Carol declares that the solu- helps gardeners, no matter the experience, becoming a friendly source of gardening den will be fun, successful and something following a colossal crisis such as climate and it is found flowing under and over the tion that they want people to recognize and with basic gardening skills and the creation tips in her community. you will look forward to. change, then we must preserve our remain- lands we are trying to protect.” to promote is that we have to learn how to of your very own garden. Erin always knew she wanted to be At the end of the day, Erin believes that ing plains of farmland. We must also learn grow our own food instead of depending on Erin Travis, the owner and head garden- self-employed, but that idea hadn’t come to everybody has a green thumb. “It’s totally others. to recognize those who grow and sell the WE GROW FOOD er of the company, shares her love of gar- fruition until one day she stumbled upon possible to be a successful gardener in any products produced on these plains, such as by Jahaan Kanji Arain, OTR Journalism Student dening through Budding Gems. Originally Gardenary, a program designed to help way- fruits, vegetables, flowers. You just fresh produce, and who are striving to end for more - wegrowfood.org a Torontonian, she moved to Stouffville gardeners turn their hobby into a business. need to know the basics.” Erin’s mission is to the extreme consequences following the The importance of growing fresh, nat- with her growing family in 2014. Moving to After taking a 90-day program learning help every gardener be successful at growing Both Land Over Landings and We Grow effects of food insecurity. ural produce in an urban setting has been Stouffville led to Erin finding a great com- about successfully running a business, she food at home. Food security on the Greenbelt Food are remarkable organizations that Just east of Stouffville in 1972, nearly espoused by Carol Vandersanden and munity, friends, and her passion for grow- finally opened Budding Gems. can start in the backyard. doubtlessly exhibit the need for different 18,600 acres of farmland was expropriat- Michelle Perry in Oshawa for the past 8 ing food. The service starts with a consultation forms of agriculture, and more notably, how ed for the construction of an international years. We Grow Food, a non-profit business, Initially, she was just looking for some- from Budding Gems, with both online and each factor contributes to solving the deter- for more - buddinggems.ca airport. The organization, People or Planes, is focused on educating the public, volunteer thing to keep her busy, but it quickly became socially distanced options being available. minants of food insecurity. Recognizing and had one goal: to stop the airport from being work, and hands-on skill development. They a deep love for cultivating and harvesting. With an existing gardening space and land- supporting the contributions being made to built, a goal that they successfully achieved. connect the community through a mutual “The tangible nature of seeing something go scape, Budding Gems can help you identify If you’re interested in starting your gar- our environment, and to the well-being of In 2005, Land Over Landings, the successor love for growing food. Carol states that We from 0 to 100 and seeing something through any possible issues with location and any den with Erin, you can reach Budding Gems our current and future society is pivotal and to People or Planes, was born, and today Grow Food began when she and six friends beginning to end… there’s something so other factors that contribute to the success at their email [email protected]. essential in sustaining a healthy planet and they play the role of strong advocators and sat together and began to wonder why the community. protesters for the comprehensive preserva- issue relating to food insecurity was still so tion of our rich farmland, which in hopes significant. “We all grew our own food, and will benefit future generations. Their cur- we knew how much food could be grown rent focus is to protect the remaining 9,000 in our own backyards because we were all acres of farmland, where the “threat of an doing it. So, we decided that if we could airport still lives on.” teach people how to grow food, we could Chair of the organization, Mary Delaney make a huge dent in food security,” she says. stated, “The reason we created Land Over They made it their next mission to go Landings as distinct from People or Planes around the community and ask people was that we realized, after the passing of whether or not they would be interested in many decades, that there were so few people growing food, their responses being most- living on the lands, and so few communities ly affirmative. By the end of the first year, advocating for the lands.” Mary says that having installed 20 backyard gardens, it was because they grew out of People or Planes, apparent that neighborhood gardens would and because the issue was many decades be more sustainable, as they would provide old, they already had a built-in support net- them with not only a greater ability to grow work. She said that the goal of preserving food, but also more of a chance for people to 9,000 acres of farmland is reasonable. “Not connect with one another to build a stron- only is it reasonable, but it is critical.” ger and more resilient community. As for the stability of future generations, “People don’t buy the produce we grow. Mary connects the question to the idea of Everything we grow is given away for free,” climate change and world population. She said Carol, followed by, “How do we market says that with the world population expect- it? Every garden has a Facebook page. We ed to reach 9.9 billion by the year 2050, Grow Food has a Facebook page.” She says more people will need to be fed. “We’ve got that they share their communal beliefs, less than 10 years to prevent irreversible being that sharing is the best way to live, climate change. We are up against some and through their social platform, which serious deadlines here, so it is not a matter all promote the foods that are available of ‘can we’, it is a matter of ‘we have to.’ We and when they are available, they are able 14 GREENBELT

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The Bouwmeister’s are a family of land- John began working for Gary as a summer deal with situations very diplomatically, of giving back and started the Meatfest Currently, Gary and John are still going He also noted that the pandemic scape gardeners dating back three genera- student when he was 14 years old. He became work with a calm demeanor and try to instill fundraiser at Memorial Park, which strong and Gary has been busy with the has increase the workload. “Instead of tions to Holland. Their grandfather Gerrard a foreman a few years later. John graduated a positive environment. eventually became The Evergreen Hospice’s talented Northern division crews. Gary ‘Staycation’ – clients are now looking for was a gardener there. Bouwmeister Inc. from a Humber College horticultural pro- Bouwmeister Inc. has numerous ‘Taste of Stouffville’. “My biggest highlight is based out of Halliburton handling ‘office-a-cations’. They want great views and - Landscaping & General Contracting is gram, and then graduated with a Landscape Landscape Ontario awards from the 1980’s was being Maestro Fresh Wes’ back up landscape projects and medium to large much needed mental breaks in their back- owned and operated by cousins Gary and Architecture degree from Ryerson. to present. Currently, they have won Best dancer and he didn’t even know I was behind scale renovation jobs. John is running the yard,” tells John. John Bouwmeister. He went out into the professional world landscape company in Stouffville 2014-2020. him. What an amazing event, generating GTA with his incredibly seasoned crews. The Bouwmeisters they have been very In 1957, Gary’s father, Bernard, immigrat- on his own, but later decided to get out John noted, “I have learned so much thousands for a great service called the “With 40 years of clients, the phone is never lucky with the same talented crew leaders ed to Canada. Bernard opened a company of the industry and rather completed the from Gary. From prompt customer service Evergreen Hospice,” said John. quiet,” says John. and personnel returning. They manage named New Holland Landscaping in 1960 Paramedics program at Durham College. “I to creative yard design. But the number Continuing the tradition of giving back, About 5 years ago, the Bouwmeisters 35-40 personnel at the peak of summer. in the Unionville area. Gary was raised with will never forget the day when I graduated, one thing I learned is to give back to the Gary and John are currently working on branched off to general contracting due to Bouwmeister Inc. is a multi-generation- the business and started his own in 1981. and Gary called me and said, ‘Congratulations community that gives to you.” Gary started teaching the next generation fundamental high demands for the service. They offer al business that has been thriving on the The next year, Gary moved Bouwmeister on completing the Paramedics program, now the Bouwmeister Bash as a Multiple Sclerosis entrepreneurial skills by introducing full-service home renovations and new Greenbelt for decades. They have expand- Inc. to Stouffville. Increased demand of the I need you as a partner,’” recounted John. fundraiser in the 80’s and 90’s. There were International Lemonade Day to Stouffville in builds. John’s number one passion remains ed in market area and service delivery. We company’s services has permitted a couple In 2005, John decided to drop his also arm-wrestling fundraisers and endless 2022. The principals of running a lemonade building Pavilions – “It brings the indoors expect more Bouwmeisters to fall in line satellite offices to be developed that are Paramedics career to join forces with Gary. support for local sports teams. stand are life lessons when dealing with out and acts as an office, entertainment area with the family business that began all located in Queensville and Halliburton. Gary and John have a solid relationship and John decided to carry on that tradition product, people, placement and price. and day spa,” says John. those years ago in Holland. 16 BALLANTRAE

It is another exciting moment for the Ballantrae-Musselman’s Lake Community. In the “new mall” is a very unique wellness and therapy place. It is the first in York Region to bring the Gyrotonic method, and one of the few in Ontario to combine the Gyrotonic method with physical thera- by David Tuley py under one roof. Although new here, the pt'movement event ties back to a local place - Cedar Valley. pt’movement has recently opened in the new Ballantrae Gates plaza at Highway 48 and Aurora Rd. The goal of pt’movement is three part: treat, train and educate. “Many people are led to believe that when you are having muscle or joint pain, you can simply take a pill to feel better,” says the owner Valerie Rolf von den Baumen. “Research and studies have shown that movement is an effective approach to treating such pain. I’ve spent much of my career develop- The pt'movemnet team. ing a toolbox of different movement meth- ods designed to treat a vast array of health Medical University. After her immigration calming for me. As I continued, I realized conditions.” to Canada in 2005, Valerie further supple- only after that I had stopped thinking quite Valerie was working in the beautiful mented her education with a master’s degree so much about the movement, and I had Russian city of Saint Petersburg when she in Physiotherapy from Queen’s University. turned to ‘feeling’ the movements instead, was introduced to the Gyrotonic method for She was living in Newmarket and looking I was already aware of the correction - it was the first time. She recounts, “I began taking for a location to open a practice. One day her also an experience of whole body learning. the course. I quickly felt that my spine didn’t nephew, who lives in Cedar Valley, suggest- It was an experience of mental and physical make an arch, my curl was horrible, and I ed that she investigate the shiny new mall strengthening, and the reason why I believe was constantly asking questions like, ‘Are in Ballantrae. Valerie visited Ballantrae, in its value so much.” we doing it this way or that way?’ ‘Are we fell in love and claimed it the new home of Beyond the Gyrotonic private sessions, inhaling or exhaling here?’ I was told many pt’movement. pt’movement offers full physical therapy times to ‘Just move, your body will take this The Office Manager at pt’movement is services and massage therapy. COVID has knowledge.’ I had never felt so disconnect- Laura McCullough. Laura grew up in Cedar been a bit of a hindrance for developing their ed with myself in my life. I was angry, frus- Valley – her parentsON THE still liveROAD there. When Wellness Centre fully. They had planned trated, and mad, but this all changed after introduced to the Gyrotonic method herself, to have private personal training, group we finished a second week. I remember it she7.75 said x“I 2.5 would BANNER say that -it HORIZONTALtakes me a lot classes (Pilates/yoga) and self-care work- well - I was putting on my sandals and I bent to move freely. I tend to over think every- shops, but in an effort to evolve, they have forward. Suddenly, I touched the floor with thing. There is often an ongoing dialogue in settled on private Pilates sessions online, as my palm without any effort, no warm-up, no my head aboutAPRIL what I should 2021 ISSUEbe doing, what they have acquired one of the best Pilates stretches. I couldn’t do this after a one hour others think about what I am doing, and if instructors in York Region. “Every day, I stretching class two weeks ago. How?” she I’m doing thingsPRESS right.” READY PDF feel grateful for the opportunity to treat asked. Laura recalls, “This experience hap- my patients with the science of movement,” Valerie completed a PhD in Physiotherapy pened to be at a time when I was under a concludes Valerie. For more information, and Sports Medicine at Saint Petersburg lot of stress. I found the movements to be see ptmovement.ca.

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STOUFFVILLE SENIOR OF THE MONTH PAUL DELHAISE What is your age? He will be turning 61 in May How long have you lived in Stouffville? Paul and Susan, his wife of 36 years, came to Stouffville upon his retirement. They were previously living in Norfolk Beach, Virginia, and when they were searching for a place to retire it was love at the first sight of Stouffville! Tell us about your family. They have two sons: the elder, André, has his PhD in Materials Engineering and is working at a forensic engineering company in Mississauga. The younger, Alain, works at Valley Blades in Kitchener. Tell us about your career. Upon graduating from High School, he joined the Royal Canadian Navy with which he spent his entire working life. He graduated from the Royal Military College of Canada with a Computer Engineering degree and had postings in Victoria, Halifax, Ottawa, Kingston, Toronto. Twice he was posted outside of Canada: once on exchange to the Royal Navy and the second time to NATO Headquarters in Norfolk, Virginia. In 2014 he retired as a Commander after a career of 35 years with the Navy. Looking back, what are the highlights of your life? Susan, his wonderful and ever-loving wife who has always been there for him and with whom he can spend all his time. Hiking with Susan to Mount Everest Base Camp in 2019 and to Machu Picchu in 2011. While working at the NATO Headquarters, collaborating with a French colleague to rewrite the concept and procedures for the operational deployment of allied NATO military forces. During this two-year process, they were also able to get all 28 NATO countries to agree to this document: a very challenging consensus to achieve indeed! Traveling to and exploring many countries including: Australia, New Zealand, Chile, Guatemala, Belize, Mexico, Costa Rica, all western Europe and some of eastern Europe, Russia, the Baltic States, Egypt, north Africa, much of the United States, and of course our great country that he has driven coast to coast 4 times and traveled to the arctic. “What’s Life All About Grandpa?” Life is about experiencing everything you can, see and explore the world, learn and appreciate and respect everyone and their cultures, help others when you can, and most of all love yourself and your family. What do you like best about life in Stouffville? He feels busier now than when he was working full time: growing vegetables, yard work, woodworking, making wine and beer, tapping their walnut and maple trees to make walnut & maple syrup, exercise classes, enjoying nature in our back yard and on the many local trails, and golfing. What would make life in Stouffville even better? If he could make one suggestion that would make their piece of heaven safer, it would be to add a sidewalk to the road around Musselman Lake. Over the past year, they have seen so many people enjoying this area, but the vehicle traffic makes it very dangerous, especially for youngsters. IF YOU KNOW A SENIOR THAT IS WORTHY OF SENIOR OF THE MONTH GIVE US AN E-MAIL AT [email protected] 11862 Hwy. 48, Stouffville • Visit our website: www.farmerjacks.ca • 905-642-5380 20 BUSINESS

Stouffville Chamber Presents: HOME RENOVATIONS Patti-Lynn Interiors OTR has partnered with the Stouffville Chamber to present a gallery of home renovators. Recently, indoor and outdoor home improvements have been in high demand. This guide is intended to provide a few more businesses to your 'rolodex'. The Pitch: As we spend more and more time at home these days (whether we want to or not), we all want to maximize our com- fort, and minimize stress and mainte- nance. Home renovations are on the rise and finding an expert to help you select the right flooring for your lifestyle, décor and budget is more important than ever. With so many flooring options what should you choose? Hardwood flooring enhances the décor of any room by providing time- less beauty that will increase in value throughout the years. Hardwood is always a beautiful choice for main floors and upper floors but may not be suitable for below grade spaces such as basements due to moisture. A relatively new introduction in the world of flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank & Tile is fast becoming one of the top choices for very active families as it is manufactured to withstand high-traf- fic and high-moisture areas of the home including some waterproof options. This makes it a great choice for below grade spaces, bathrooms, and cottages. Carpet is a fantastic option when you want softness and warmth under your feet, or to help reduce sound transfer – especially in open concept homes. Carpet is also one of the most economi- cal ways to upgrade a home and is seeing a resurgence – especially with everyone working and schooling from home. There are fantastic patterns, colours and designs to give your space a unique look. Jones Pools Patti-Lynn Interiors is proud to offer the very best in all types of flooring. We The Pitch: have curated an amazing selection of Jones Pools is thrilled to be celebrating servicing in-ground vinyl liner pools and have children, a relaxing haven or just a place to styles and brands in hardwood, luxury its 25th Anniversary. We are a family-run demonstrated our ability, over the years, to be get away. vinyl plank, carpet, porcelain tile, lami- business, employing many of the same peo- able to accommodate any style and budget. Options are endless. Add the sound of a nate and area rugs in our 11,000 square ple that were hired back in 1996. The quality Whether you want a simple and straight-for- waterfall, the visual beauty of natural stones, foot showroom. We work hard every construction of our vinyl pools is just a part ward pool, or an intricate and unique back- a fire pit for ambiance. Add an automatic cover step of the way – from sourcing materi- of our company’s complete customer service. yard oasis, your canvas awaits. or safety cover to add peace of mind. Cabanas, als, textures and colours that suit your Jones Pools’ vast areas of expertise have given Design the dream backyard specific to the carpentry and structures add a whole new liv- lifestyle and needs, through to on-site customers the convenient and cost-effective lifestyle you want to portray: entertaining ing space. It is not just about buying a pool. It’s measuring and consultation, and final- option of a complete backyard solution. family and friends, evening get-togethers, a creating a lifestyle to enjoy forever. ly, expert installation of your new floors. We specialize in building, renovating and family-oriented area that is safe and fun for Contact: jonespools.com Contact: patti-lynn.com 22 BUSINESS

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The Pitch: Glass Doctor, located in Unit 11 at 155 pane windows but notice broken panes, materials, so you can enjoy the view without Mostar, is new to Stouffville. Enhancing the condensation between the panes, or foggy compromising the integrity or safety. glass in your home not only adds value, but it windows, then they are not working properly If you are looking to remodel your bath- can also save you energy and money. Double and should be replaced. room, start with updating your shower enclo- pane windows, also called Insulated Glass Glass Railings, both interior and exterior, sure because it is often a focal point of your Units or IGUs, are designed to block out noise modernize any space. For exterior decks, bathroom. Frameless shower doors are the and seal in air so that your HVAC units are glass railings allow for unobstructed views most popular style, but they also allow for not working overtime. IGUs also prevent 25% and minimal maintenance costs. For interior more space, more light, and best of all, they of the sun’s heat from entering your home, spaces, glass railings enhance any open con- are easier to clean! reducing glare and UV damage to carpeting, cept and allows light to flow freely through Contact: glassdoctor.com/durham-region drapes and furniture. If you have double your home. Glass railings are made of durable 24 NEED TO KNOW The new visual insignia (the “logo”) consists of a multi-coloured icon and a wordmark. YOUR CONDENSED GUIDE TO OUR NEW CORPORATE IDENTITY

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Whitchurch-Stouffville has a new corporate is what we strive for the public to think we are all sparks in business, culture and society. identity. Last month, Town Council laid to rest the about. It is the story we want to tell. Our newBrand We’re all neighbours here… committed to growing old blue and gold logo that had been with us since Story is: as a inclusive locale that embraces diversity and

1 1 the 1990s. It served us well. “Stouffville offers a natural fit for residents, runs on the kind of positive energy that welcomes /2 x /2 x After a COVID-19 delayed initiative, the corporate businesses and visitors who value our special and supports families and communities of all types. identity, including a new logo, was unveiled. fusion of green spaces, rich heritage, community We are “powered by neighbours”… Stouffville.” As part of the project, lead by branding connections and enterprising creativity. On these two pages you will find a condensed consultants Trajectory Brands Inc. of Toronto, Straddling the ecologically sensitive Oak Ridges summary of our new logo and how it represents and staff from Economic Development, Corporate Moraine, we’re committed to sustainable futures the Town of Stouffville. The ‘horizontal’ version of the new logo (with the icon to the left of “Stouffville”) will be Communications, Human Resources and for our urban, suburban and rural communities You will start to see the new corporate identity DANMARK FONT the primary insignia used on most branding Customer Service, we draw on citizen’s comments while being strong stewards of our immense natural unveiled around town soon. Designed by URW Studio in 1995, Danmark is an elegant applications. In some circumstances, the icon and feelings to create a Brand Story. assets. and robust serif design with six available weights. The would appear more attractive on top of the The Brand Story is at the crux of the brand – it Our 15 hamlets are home turf to creatively minded slight alterations in the word “Stouffville” (linked letters wordmark. In those cases, the alternative logo and the increasing ascension of the i and the l’s), allow (to the left) would be used. Danmark to reflect both the topography and dynamism of our town. WHAT DOES THE ICON REPRESENT? MOMENTUM AND RURAL/URBAN INCLUSION: The icon draws on Stouffville’s unique shape and form and includes all 15 hamlets and communities. It has a natural forward-leaning angle, representing our community momentum as we look to our future. Vandorf

Musselman’s Lake ENVIRONMENT: Our natural environment is one of our richest HELLO SANTTINY FONT assets and most defining features, as demonstrated through the Hello Santtiny is a rough brush script font with vein structure of a leaf. an unmistakable style and dramatic movement. NEED TO BRAND AN Commonly been used over the years for creative INDIVIDUAL HAMLET? designs, such as advertisements, product packaging, No worries. We have that covered. The vertical Preston Lake logo allows for a script hamlet or village name PATHWAYS IN AND OUT: Those same lines show the many pathways product designs, photography, stationery and any under the primary “Stouffville” wordmark. Each of into Stouffville, both in the literal sense of our connectivity to major projects that need handwriting taste, Hello Santtity the hamlet’s names can be shown in one of the six urban centres, as well as the diversity of people who choose to make perfectly reflects the old-style heritage look of our Ballantrae vibrant colours. Stouffville their home. geography. Cedar Valley

Each of the vibrant, brightly coloured segments MULTIPLICITY: PRIMARY COLOUR PALETTE symbolize the multiplicity of Stouffville; its history, culture, diversity of welcoming people and the unique characteristics of our urban, EXPLANATION: Seven primary colours were developed as part of the colour USAGE: Full-colour logos and brand applications are desired. However, in suburban, rural and agricultural communities. palette, all with names reflecting life in Stouffville. Main St. Indigo sets the tone certain situations, the logo may be displayed in a monochrome format - either as the colour of the “Stouffville” wordmark. The six complementary colours all white or all black. In some cases, the background colour may be blue, in accentuate the vibrancy and energy of the new brand. which case the word “Stouffville” will be written in white. SO, WHY JUST “STOUFFVILLE?” MAIN ST. INDIGO SKY BLUE LAKEVIEW AQUA VALLEY GREEN OAK RIDGE OCHRE AUTUMN ORANGE MORAINE ROSE At the end of 2019 Council entertained changing the name of the Town from “Whitchurch-Stouffville” to simply “Stouffville.” After public consultation, which saw 74.6% of residents wanting the name changed, they elected to stick with “Whitchurch-Stouffville.” However, they did approve using the

name “Stouffville” for marketing purposes, including branding. Thus, the CMYK 100-90-5-0 CMYK 100-60-5-0 CMYK 80-15-25-0 CMYK 60-0-100-0 CMYK 0-33-100-0 CMYK 0-74-100-0 CMYK 20-100-25-0 new corporate identity uses the name “Stouffville” to represent the entire PMS DARK BLUE C PMS 300 C PMS 7710 C PMS 363 C PMS 1235 C PMS BRIGHT ORANGE C PMS 226 C municipality. 26 FEATURE FEATURE 27

the located at the intersection of McCowan (7th Davis Dr Shrubmount Davis Dr Hartman Line) and Stouffville Road. It was 1 ¼ miles west of Ringwood. This tiny German com-

munity consisted of a store and post office. Kennedy Rd The school classes were held in homes (where Woodbine Ave Vivian hamletsSpecial Driving Tour Vivian Rd Cedar Valley McCowan Rd Vivian Rd students spoke only in German). A cemetery Compiled by Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum Pleasantville Pine is shown on the 1855, McPhillips map in lot 35 Orchard Con 6. This is the only evidence of the commu- Seldom HWY 48

Warden Seen nity left. The burials are along the south fence St. John’s Ninth Line Sideroad York-Durham Line line 200 feet in front of the property. There St. John’s As Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville of early Whitchurch Township Council power from Taylor Creek. The community, was a memorial stone found close by with Sideroad will not occur as it normally would this year, meetings. Willie Anderson, the first teach- located at the intersection of Vivian Sideroad the name Robinson on it. The post office was the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum would er who taught in the one-room log school- and Kennedy Road, was also home to the opened in Jan 1, 1865 and closed only because Wesley Churchill like to provide this self-guided driving tour house on Lakeshore Road, named the hamlet Canadian National Railway’s Grand Trunk the post master moved away in 1869. The post Corners McCowan Rd Ballantrae as a safe alternative. This tour will take you Ballantrae in honour of his Scottish heritage. line in 1905, and it served as a shipping point Aurora Rd Lakeshore Rd master was James Hammett. He was a Baptist Aurora Rd Island through the different historical hamlets of A post office opened in 1858, serving the peo- for agricultural produce from Pine Orchard. minister who served the Second Markham Lake Whitchurch-Stouffville and provide you with ple in this community until 1949. A post office was established in 1908. Church (now Springvale) at Kennedy a mile Woodbine Ave Musselman’s a snippet of information on each. to the west. He, his first wife Jane and some Vandorf Lake Hamlet of Bethesda Hamlet of Churchill children are buried there. Vandorf Sideroad Whitchurch Township The hamlet of Bethesda was clustered A hillside church on the Hill family farm Whitchurch Township was originally 59,743 around the four corners of Warden Avenue explains the origin of the name Churchill. Hamlet of Hartman acres (24,178 hectares) in size. It was named and Bethesda Sideroad. Bethesda was known William Hill came to the area around Ninth Whitchurch Township Primarily a farming community, Hartman Preston in 1798 by Colonel John Graves Simcoe, first for many outdoor religious camp meetings Line and Aurora Sideroad in 1812 from was named after Joseph H. Hartman of Lake Bloomington Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada, after held by the local Mennonite and Methodist Ireland, and generations of his family lived Bloomington Rd Petchville, a well-respected figure in that Lemonville Bloomington Rd Lincoln- a town called Whitchurch, in Herefordshire, populations. The Bethesda and Stouffville on this farm until 1920. William Hill was also Township. Hartman, despite being the name- ville Baker England where his wife, Elizabeth was born. Telephone Association operated here a lay minister and operated a general store out sake never lived in the Davis Drive and Ninth Hill Ninth Line Kennedy Rd

The boundaries of the Township were present from 1904 to 1960 when the Bell Telephone of his home. The Churchill Christian Church, Line community. A post office was established Warden Ave Bethesda Side Rd day Davis Drive (North), Yonge Street (West), Company purchased it. Bethesda had a func- built in 1872, was the mainstay of the com- in 1863 and closed in 1884. Tenth Line Stouffville Sideroad (South), and Durham tioning post office from 1874 to 1924. munity. A Methodist Church had also been Bethesda Bethesda Side Rd Regional Road 30 (East). The Township built in the area in 1864 but was taken down Hamlet of Island Lake included parts of present-day Aurora, Hamlet of Bloomington in 1900. Located at Durham Regional Road 30 and

McCowan Rd Newmarket, and Richmond Hill. The first Bloomington, the community located at Aurora Sideroad is a kettle lake with an island, Gormley Stouffville York-Durham Line Main St Main St Whitchurch Township post office opened in the intersection of Bloomington Sideroad Hamlet of Gormley hence the name Island Lake. Farmers were Stouffville Rd Hammett’s Stouffville Rd Ringwood 1846 in the home of Charles Doan in what was and Ninth Line, was named by Maxson Jones Gormley was named after James Gormley attracted to this area for the good land, fine Holm then Machell's Corners, now Aurora. in 1869 after his hometown in Illinois. Mr. who ran a general store and post office at timber and the availability of ice harvested in HWY 48 Jones, a store keeper, was the community’s Stouffville Sideroad and Woodbine Avenue. the winter. By 1861, a steam-powered sawmill Woodbine Ave Hamlet of Baker Hill second postmaster, following S. Patterson. Gormley came to this area in the 1840s and was on the northwest corner of the lake. Baker Hill was named after the Baker fam- Maxson Jones was also a magistrate and held was a teacher, auctioneer, notary public, ily who were descendants of Jacob and Anne several municipal offices including asses- postmaster and storekeeper. The Gormley Hamlet of Lemonville down Tenth Line (also known as Mast Road). Pennsylvania and settled on the west side of Marie (nee Brecht) Baker, who settled in the sor, councillor, deputy-reeve and reeve of post office was established in 1851 and is still The Lemonville community, located south By the 1870s, there were two water-powered the lake. The lake is situated between Highway area in 1802. The community was located Whitchurch Township. The nearby lumber active. The community has been dramatical- of Bloomington Sideroad on McCowan Road, sawmills, a Methodist Church, a hotel and a 48 and Ninth Line and the Bloomington and south of Bloomington Sideroad on the west industry was of great benefit to the commu- ly impacted by 19th and 20th century trans- was named after George Lemon, who received basket factory. Later, gravel pits opened and Aurora Sideroads. A log schoolhouse was built side of Highway 48. This small community nity. Woodworking shops, blacksmith shops, portation developments. Early railroads his land grant here in 1805. A boot and shoe are still operating today. In 2011, the termi- in 1848 and was also used for church services was composed of members of the Baptist weavers, a gristmill, a watch repair shop, bypassed Gormley in favour of other commu- factory, cabinet makers, carriage works, wool- nus for the Stouffville GO Transit train line on Sundays. In the mid 19th century the lake Faith. a photography studio and a general store nities while the James Bay Railroad (built in len mills and a shoe repair shop were all part was named after this hamlet. Lincolnville provided the power for a steam driven saw- were among the many local businesses here. 1905) shifted the business centre west toward of the thriving village. In 1871, the Toronto is expected to grow quickly over the next mill owned by Charles Appleton. The area was Hamlet of Ballantrae A brick school was constructed in 1898 to Leslie Street and created a new neighbourhood and Nipissing Railway came to Stouffville and few years due to the hamlet’s proximity to such a popular summer resort during the late Ballantrae was settled in the early 1800s replace the 1826 wood frame school, and still known as New Gormley. The construction of bypassed Lemonville. A post office was estab- Stouffville as well as the new, expanded 19th century up to the 1950s, that so many ser- and became a busy economic centre for the stands but is now a private residence. The Highway 404 split the community in two. The lished here in 1852 and was closed in 1937. GO Station currently being constructed by vices, including Sunday worship and the post surrounding lumber trade. This communi- Bloomington Christian Church was built in re-alignment of Woodbine Avenue during the Metrolinx. office (1933-1969) were seasonal. Cedar Beach ty had several hotels, blacksmiths, general 1852. A post office served the citizens from 1980s bypassed the original thoroughfare of Hamlet of Lincolnville Park, on the north side of the lake, became an stores, the Mayflower Stamping Company 1863 to 1920. Gormley (now Union Street) so the original Lincolnville was located at the corner of Hamlet of Musselman’s Lake entertainment hot spot when George Davies, (to mark barrels and other containers), a heart of the community is an isolated pocket. Bloomington Road and Highway 47 and was The community of Musselman’s Lake is Sr. built a pavilion there in 1929. Glendale shoemaker and four or five sawmills. Hill’s Hamlet of Cedar Valley divided between Uxbridge and Whitchurch named after the Musselman family who Beach, on the south side, was home to one of Hall, constructed by Robert Hill on Lot 19, Sawmills and gristmills were early indus- Hamlet of Hammett’s Holm Townships. The tall pines in the area were bought land surrounding the kettle lake in the largest dance halls in the county until it Concession 8, was frequently the location tries for Cedar Valley, operating with the This small German hamlet was once felled and transported by horse and wagon 1807. Peter and Jacob Musselman came from came down in 1990. 28 FEATURE StouffvilleDenture CLINIC CAMPS AND CLASSES AVAILABLE! Hamlet of Pine Orchard is expected to expand over the next few years in 1887 and was closed in 1931. The Vandorf Pine Orchard, the community at Warden with development projects. Public School, constructed in 1870, is now part Avenue and Vivian Sideroad, was settled of the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum. in 1802 by Quaker families who emigrated Hamlet of Seldom Seen Your Full Service Denture Clinic from Pennsylvania. In 1814, the first meeting At McCowan Road, north of the Aurora Hamlet of Vivian house was built and the cemetery established Sideroad, the road ends at a deep gully. This This hamlet was originally known as • New Dentures on land sectioned off from Samuel Lundy’s is the hamlet of Seldom Seen. It was not set- Sexsmith's Corners after George Sexsmith, property at Lot 31, Concession 4. A post office tled until after the 1860s. Even in present who operated a general store and inn. He was • Sameday Relines and Repairs was established in 1853 and closed in 1914. By day, there is still no exit north from McCowan also the first postmaster. The community was Implant Supported Dentures 1860, three sawmills were operating in the Road because of the deep ravine. an important lumber area known for its white • area and a school had also been built. By 1880, pine forests. The McCormick family arrived • Complimentary Consultation Pine Orchard boasted a cheese factory, black- Hamlet of Shrubmount in 1866 and was important to this develop- smith shops, a shoemaker, a wheelwright, a The small hamlet of Shrubmount was set- ment, as they owned a sawmill, shingle facto- • Home Visits Available fledgling honey and maple syrup industry, tled at the intersection of Davis Drive and ry, general store, blacksmith shop and maple and a library. McCowan Road. Although the origin of the sugar bush. Vivian became the hamlet’s offi- CELEBRATING 20 YEARS IN STOUFFVILLE name is not known, it is possible that the name cial name with the opening of a post office in Hamlet of Pleasantville comes from the shrub, a sweet cordial, that 1866. The post office closed in 1924. By 1900, Known initially as Pleasant Valley, this was served to patrons at a nearby hotel locat- the local timber industry had become a vic- hamlet was originally settled by Quaker ed on the northwest corner of Davis Drive tim of its own success. The great pine forests 905-642-4867 families including the Widdifields, Tooles, and McCowan Road. A post office served the had been destroyed and the area looked like a Willsons, Lundys and Starrs. The property on community from 1884 to 1888 and again from desert by 1920. the northeast corner of Woodbine Avenue and 1890 to 1892. 1-20 Freel Lane, Stouffville, ON L4A 8B9 Vivian Sideroad was known as Pleasant House AURORA * NEWMARKET * STOUFFVILLE Hamlet of Wesley Corners 905-726-1241 905-836-4939 905-640-6082 or Pleasantville Corner. In the 1890s, William The community of Wesley Corners, locat- stouffvilledentureclinic.com Village of Stouffville WWW.YORKDANCE.COM [email protected] Widdifield operated a blacksmith shop here. Initially a hamlet of Whitchurch Township, ed at the crossroads of Woodbine Avenue A post office was opened in Pleasant House in Stouffville got its name from Abraham and Aurora Road, was originally called 1908 and lasted until 1914. The community Stouffer who emigrated to the area in 1804. Hacking's Corners after Rev. James Hacking, was greatly affected by Woodbine Avenue’s The community sprang up around the grist a Congregational preacher who settled in development into a highway in the 1940s. and sawmills that he built between 1817 the area in about 1817 and held early church Sometimes you have to raise and 1824. By 1832, a post office (still active meetings at his home. Rev. Hacking soon Let’s raise Hamlet of Preston Lake today) was established along with a general moved with his family to Peel County but his Originally known as Reesor Lake and then store, blacksmith shop, tavern, drugstore son John stayed on the farm and later opened some help a little help to do some good. Middleton Lake at the turn of the 20th cen- and school. The area continued to grow and a small store to supply the basic needs for res- tury, the area was ultimately named after the eventually required its own municipal gov- idents. A Methodist church was built in 1881, Preston family who purchased the property ernment. The end result was that, in 1877, replacing the former log chapel known as UNIONVILLE | July 4 - 11, 2021 around 1900 and who still live in the hamlet (as Stouffville separated from Whitchurch and Petch’s Chapel. The new church was named of 2021). George and Annie Preston operated a incorporated as a village. in honour of Rev. John Wesley, the founder of summer tourist resort around the lake that is the Methodist movement. The area soon came Let’s walk or run for women’s located at the northeast corner of Woodbine Hamlet of Vandorf to be known as Wesley Corners. mental health. Sign up for a virtual Avenue and Bloomington Sideroad. A number Originally known as “Brookvale,” the run/walk in support of women’s mental of dance halls had been built in this area but community situated at Vandorf Sideroad burned down, the last in the late 1950s. In 1955, and Woodbine Avenue had to be renamed Interested in seeing historical photos? Be health at Markham Stouffville Hospital. Group of Seven artist, A.J. Casson painted the in 1887 when the post office was opened and sure to follow the Museum's Facebook page at Make a donation to the run and it will be Hennessey Homestead which, although it no it was discovered that the name Brookvale @WSMuseum. Also stay tuned for an upcom- matched $1 for $1 thanks to the Gulshan longer resembles the Casson painting, still was already in use. Vandorf, a compilation of ing virtual exhibit on L4A.ca titled “Hamlets stands opposite Abbotsford Road. "Van" for the Van Nostrands who operated a of Whitchurch-Stouffville.” & Pyarali G. Nanji Family Foundation*. prosperous sawmill in the area, and "dorf" This article was compiled using the * Up to $50,000. Hamlet of Ringwood which means “village” was chosen. A wood- Museum's research collection as well as con- Ringwood was settled by the Fockler fam- working shop, blacksmith shop, general store sultation with Fred Robbins, local historian. ily in the late 1790s at the four corners of and school were also located in the hamlet by Sign up today Markham Road and Stouffville Sideroad. this time. In 1905, the James Bay Railway, Nicknamed Circle City by the locals, the com- now part of Canadian National Railways, was runforwomen.ca munity was originally divided between two constructed through the area. The Vandorf townships, Markham and Whitchurch. A railway station had an agent-telegrapher for post office was established there in 1857 and many years before it closed and was demol- ®/™ Trademarks of 911979 Alberta Ltd. Used under license. © 2021 Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. was closed in 1975. The hamlet of Ringwood ished in 1967. A post office was opened here ®Trademark of Loblaws Inc. © 2021 Loblaws Inc. 30 CONTRIBUTORS

Susan's tales from the TIP-OFF THE TRADITION OF ASADO with DAVE MILLSQ with SUSAN TUCKER good food cooked in interesting ways - Did you really have to walk to school uphill both ways with a 50-pound back pack like my parents say? I am changing things up for the next few it will taint the meat's flavour; starting the fire - How much did things cost? Bread…sugar… months. Summer is right around the corner and without flammable liquid is considered an candy…cars…. what a better time to talk about being outdoors essential part of the Asado ritual. Once the fire enjoy some great BBQ, drinks and stories. I have is started, you need to wait for your grill to heat Any of the above can be used and please, a passion for cooking, smoking and grilling over up. think up lots more. I will co-ordinate with all kinds of different contraptions. I will bring A simple iron grill called a parrilla is used. some senior’s homes in the area to have res- you some of my experiences and stories with The grills come in all shapes and sizes, from idents answer as many questions as possible a couple of friends who have the same passion compact versions that can fit your backyard to and then in a future OTR, I will compile all the as I do. massive commercial ones for restaurant use, answers and hopefully the boss of this maga- I will tell you about some amazing successes you will find everything from brick and stone- zine will allow me to publish them. Teachers and some crazy failures. Just to make sure we built grills to pits in the ground with a simple and community groups are welcome to make are clear, I am not a chef nor do I profess to be, I grill placed over the coals. LOCKDOWN BOREDOM this a project too, it may be a bit late for this am guy that has a passion for good food cooked I found this to be enlightening with so much A Boredom-Busting Campaign school year, but the results can be incorporat- in interesting ways while I have a beverage and culture not only the way they cook and quality ed into classes for the next school year. talk food with a couple of good friends. of what they cook but the way the celebrate CONTACT Dave Mills, [email protected] I had a few ideas of what to write about As a town and as a country, we have a very One of my favourite ways to grill is over an the social event of cooking outdoors. What for this column if I was lucky enough to be rich history, it would be wonderful for us all open flame, I saw a documentary years ago got my wheels spinning was the consistency asked back, but couldn’t put my finger on to learn more about how life was, how people about Argentina BBQ or as it is called Asado. of how they grilled or smoked food, it was all exactly what I wanted to say, so I went back managed as the world changed and as the Asado is the tradition, technique and social about hardwood, Oak mainly, lump charcoal for doneness. Do not guess! You can use a whole chicken or chicken and re-read last month’s column and had the towns people adapted and flourished. event of having or attending a barbecue in (not briquettes) and open flame. So I decided various South American countries. Asado is thighs, breast and drums will work just as well. big “aha” moment. Sticking with the theme Get working with your kids, come up with to build my version of the Asado. Cooking over meat, fish and vegetables grilled in its purest an open fire is what I thought was really cool Now for the recipe part. of our valued seniors, I would love to start a as many questions as you can and send them form. Traditionally an authentic Asador chef but not as easy as one would think. You need For jerk chicken marinade/sauce I mixed lockdown boredom-busting campaign where- to me by May 22, 2021. I look forward to seeing will not use a flammable liquid to start the fire; the right amount of heat to cook your food and up 4 sliced scotch bonnet peppers. 3 tbsp by school aged kids and even curious adults the amazing questions and the thought pro- the right amount of smoke to flavour it. thyme, 2 tbsp ground allspice, 7 cloves garlic, can send in a list of questions to be submitted cesses involved. So for My first Asado attempt I decided to try 2 medium onions, finely chopped and about 6 to various seniors around town to learn about CONTACT Susan Tucker, [email protected] chicken, whole chickens over open flame what green onions chopped, 2 Tbsp brown sugar, 2 life many years ago.…I think we may not fully could go wrong?…. Well I am going to tell you. tsp ground black pepper, 1 to 2 Tsp of ground appreciate how much things have changed At first it was all good, had some great coals and cin-namon, nutmeg and ginger. Then I added over the years, especially in the field of tech- flame, the chickens were spatchcocked and 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/2 cup soy sauce, juice of one nology where things become outdated within spiced up with an earthy Jerk seasoning that I lime, juice and peel of one orange, 1 to 1 1/2 cups just a few months of being released. let sit over night in the fridge before putting it orange juice, 1 cup apple cider vinegar. Set aside With so many new residents in town from on the grill. Once the chickens start to render some of the sauce for basting the chicken as it a variety of countries, this could be a way to the drip-pings fuelled the fire and next thing I cooks. Use the rest to marinade the chicken show our new neighbours what life was like in knew my chickens looked like a meteor falling overnight in the fridge. Stouffville, or anywhere in Canada back when from the sky. So I had to start over and the Once your fire is ready and coals are nice our seniors were in their youth. The simplest second attempt turned out great. and hot put your chicken on the grill and things may have been much different around For those of you who want to try Asado here start cooking. I also mixed up some carrots, here, from traffic to telephones to things we is my jerk chicken recipe/instructions for you. asparagus and peppers in a buttery lemon consider basic necessities like running water You can do this over your charcoal bbq if you rosemary sauce and put them off to the side and electricity. I know from stories from my don’t have a fire pit. Try adding small pieces half way through cooking the chicken. As well own parents who at age 93 and almost 92 there of wood like apple, hickory or even oak to your a few cobs of corn, soaked for a few hours and are many stories to tell. We can make it a lock- charcoal BBQ to add that smoky flavour. put on the grill with the husks still on. So good! There you have it, my version of Asado and it down family project to come up with interest- First you need a fire pit big enough to have turned out juicy and full of flavour. I hope you ing questions of what life was like back in the the fire on one side while cooking the chicken just off to the side, indirect cooking but with all can get outside and try this for your next day…a few examples would be: the option to move it closer to the flame. Make bbq experience. Once we can have friends and - How did you live without running water? sure you have a good fire going, you do NOT family over you have to do this with them and want the fire to die down in the middle of get everyone involved to really experience a - What did you use if you didn’t have a cell cooking. The idea is as the fire creates coals you true Asado tradition. phone with you all the time? move the coals under the food you are cooking. Until next time…Cheers! - Did you have a car and if so, what kind? Always use a thermometer to check you meat -

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From CONTACT Bruce Stapley, [email protected] SportsTown WHERE GREAT SCOTTS: with JIM MASON I LIVE Like Father, Like Son In Pro Sports Industry with BRUCE STAPLEY became an instant bestseller in 2014, she had The roads to being published have taken Dad’s an agent for NFL players, NHL/CFL event in 1976. That led to giving financial her sights set beyond print from the outset different directions for the two authors. coaches. Son works in the Edmonton Oilers planning seminars for ball players. Lineman with Lucky. Kathleen, who wrote stories of dragons and front office. How many kids could bring one Nick Bastaja asked Gil to negotiate his new “When the idea for Lucky first came to princesses as a child, rediscovered her pas- of Toronto’s most iconic athletes to their contract with the Toronto Argos and a career me, I imagined it as a television show but sion for writing while on maternity leave from Stouffville school for show-and-tell? was born. didn’t know how to make that happen,” she her job in the consumer goods industry. She Gil and Linda Scott’s children, Bill and Gil has approximately 25 clients, down said. Her agent was approached by promi- chose to go the independent route for her first Becky, did, welcoming Toronto Argonauts’ from a career high of 70. (Rob Fry handles nent American screenwriter, producer and four books. “With the age of the internet and legend “Pinball” Clemons to assemblies when most of the 50-plus CFL players for the firm). director Carlton Cuse of ABC Disney Studios, content publishing, I was able to publish them they attended Stouffville District Secondary They include five NFL players, led by Miami which purchased the TV rights to the novel. myself,” she said. After being contacted by an School. Dolphins all-pro ¬¬-kicker Jason Sanders If the project moves forward, Marissa would agent and a publisher she moved to tradition- Their dad was Clemons’ agent for his entire who signed a $22-million extension in write the pilot and script. “This is the second al publishing for her next 14 books before playing and coaching career. He’s the presi- February. Most are kickers. There are 10 head book I’ve optioned for television,” she said. reverting back to her independent approach. dent of Gil Scott Sports Agency. Gil, who lives and assistant NHL coaches, headed by Trotz CONTACT Jim Mason, [email protected] Her third novel, The Last Resort, which was “It allows me complete creative control and at Ballantrae Golf and Country Club with his and Bruce Boudreau, formerly of Minnesota THE PLOT THICKENS shortlisted for the Arthur Ellis Award for the ability to work at my own pace.” wife Linda, represents NFL and CFL players. and Washington. All five head coaches in the student manager of the Spartans men’s hock- Best Crime Fiction, was also optioned. “But Marissa first saw her work in print in His roster of NHL coaches is led by New York East Division of the CFL are Gil Scott clients. ey team. Next, an unpaid internship with the Female Scammers Propel New this is the first time I’ve come so close to real- her mid-teens filling in for her vacationing Islanders bench boss Barry Trotz. COVID-19 has affected his business, which Nashville Predators – the only offer from 55 Releases by Local Authors izing my dream of adapting my own work for dad writing human interest stories for the Meanwhile, Bill is in his seventh season previously relied on cross-border frequent letters mailed to NHL executives. the screen. No matter what happens next, I’m Stouffville Tribune. Upon earning her jour- in the front office of the NHL’s Edmonton flying. Four months in with the Preds, he got a A pair of bestselling Stouffville novelists grateful for this.” nalism degree she wrote features and book Oilers as director, salary cap management, “It’s different and very difficult. I hate the paid gig as manager of hockey operations are tapping into a recent trend in literature by Kathleen is also no stranger to critical reviews for newspapers and magazines across and assistant to the president of hockey oper- fact that I can’t be there live. I like to go to with the ECHL in New Jersey. Three years releasing books featuring female con artists acclaim. Her books have been translated into North America. After an earlier novel failed ations. (Stouffville’s Brandon Pridham, who dinner with my guys, shoot the breeze face later, he moved up a level for a very similar as protagonists. 16 languages, with several USA Today best- to see the light of day with a publisher that was profiled in this space in March, performs to face. That’s always been my mantra.” role with the American Hockey League in Marissa Stapley’s fourth novel, Lucky, and sellers. Two of her novels have been featured went bankrupt, Marissa was taken on by an similar duties with the Toronto Maple Leafs. FaceTime and Zoom from Ballantrae are his Massachusetts. A Fate of Wrath & Flame by K.A. (Kathleen) in Publisher’s Weekly, with her work Keep accomplished agent who hooked her up with Both NHL execs went to now-closed Orchard year-old reality. Bill met his wife Amy there. They were fly- Tucker, go in two entirely different directions, Her Safe named Suspense Magazine’s Best Simon & Schuster Canada, a relationship that Park Public School.) It was only natural that Bill wanted to get ing home from their 2010 honeymoon when or even worlds, for that matter. of Romantic Suspense. Many of her features has since flourished. In movie character terms, dad Gil is Jerry into the business. Gil let him tag around at the NHL Oilers texted, offering Bill the gener- Kathleen, a Town resident of 13 years with have been printed in national publications With both women living their dreams of Maguire. Son Bill would be Billy Beane, Brad games and events, including some of the 18 al manager’s job with their AHL team. “How over 30 novels and novellas to her credit, goes including the Globe and Mail, Toronto Star, being published authors, Kathleen gets the Pitt’s character in Moneyball. Super Bowls agent/dad has been to. Bill’s first do you feel about moving to Oklahoma?” Bill beyond her usual genres of romance, women’s Oprah Magazine and First for Women. final word as to her level of career satisfac- Gil Scott got into the biz unintentionally. taste of it was a placement from SDSS with asked Amy. They’d spend four years in OKC fiction and suspense into the realm of fanta- Marissa, whose novels have been published tion. “I would choose my worst, hardest days The son of a Toronto Baptist preacher was the Stouffville Spirit Jr. A team. While study- before jumping up to Edmonton. “I’ve been sy with her book, which is to be released May in nine languages across 13 countries, recently of writing – when my plot isn’t working, or I selling life insurance when he volunteered ing business at Michigan State University very fortunate. Moving was very easy to do 25. The story boasts an intriguing plot line. combined with another bestselling Canadian despise my main character, or I’ve been star- to drive NFL and CFL players at a faith-based – his parents’ alma mater – he served as when you’re young and single. It’s a lot hard- “A Fate of Wrath & Flame is the first book in author, Karma Brown, on a pair of romantic ing at my blinking cursor for three hours with er to do when you’re married with two kids. an adult fantasy series, where a gifted thief comedies to be published later this year and nothing to show for my day - over my very best Stability is a good thing.” finds herself trapped in another realm play- the following year. days in my previous career.” The pandemic has kept Bill more ground- ing the role of a rival princess who must win ed, too, unable to visit the Oiler farm teams the trust of the king to gain her freedom,” said K.A. (Kathleen) Tucker [left] and Marissa Stapley [right] in the U.S. this season. He’s grateful for his Kathleen. career and his relationship with his father. Lucky, released last month, follows the “It’s been very cool to be at NHL drafts with winding trail of a lady raised as a somewhat him. We’re there for different purposes. But reluctant scam artist by her grifter father, there are not a lot of people who get to do that who scooped her up as a baby when she was with their dad.” abandoned by her mother. Things go sideways Stouffville’s Keith Acton, he of 1,023 games after she is double-crossed by her partner-in- played and 20 years coached in the NHL, crime boyfriend and her dad ends up in jail, speaks highly of the Scott family. Gil became leaving her alone for the first time in her life. his agent after long-time client John Muckler When a lottery ticket she bought on a whim in introduced them when the pair was on staff Idaho turns out to be worth millions, she real- with the New York Rangers in the 1990s. “Gil izes that to cash it would mean going to prison. has honesty and integrity along with great “It comes down to whether she can redeem the expertise in negotiating for coaches,” Acton lottery ticket and herself,” said Marissa. said. “I know he definitely helped me get jobs. Lucky represents an exciting new possibil- He is amazing but more importantly he has ity for Stouffville born and raised Marissa. become a close friend. The Scotts are a great While her focus had been on novel writing family and I’m proud to call them friends.” Ballantrae-based NFL, CFL and NHL agent Gil Scott and his son, Bill, an executive with the long before her first book, Mating for Life, Edmonton Oilers, at the NHL Draft. 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