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HighlanderApril 22 2021 The Thursday | Issue 487 INSIDE: WATCH OUT FOR TURTLES PAGE 15 FREE COVID closes outdoor play By Joseph Quigley Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Haliburton Highlands Golf Course president and general manager Randal Wood said he is confused by the latest health restrictions that have shuttered his operation. The province targeted recreation in its latest efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19 April 17, closing facilities as cases continue to spike across the province. The closures included golf courses, basketball courts and soccer fields, with limited exceptions. But golf courses are pushing back on the decision. Wood said the open spaces make golf a safe activity and they were able to operate without trouble in the past year. “Golf was one of the first things they opened during the pandemic last season and has a proven track record in 2020,” Wood said. “Our protocols are established, and they’ve proven to be safe.” The restrictions closed many recreational facilities throughout the County, including tennis and pickleball courts, skate parks and picnic tables. The province has said more restrictions are needed as COVID-19 reaches a new Sherry Mulholland and granddaughter, Lily Neville, stand on Mulholland’s property overlooking the Gull River. Photo by Lisa Gervais. peak in Ontario and intensive care units become full. Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge Residents concerned about low water levels medical officer of health Dr. Natalie Bocking said the restrictions are about about the source of the filtered water they Algonquin Highlands Mayor Carol By Lisa Gervais being precautious to avoid gatherings at use for washing dishes and doing laundry. Moffatt discussed the low water level Sherry Mulholland says the Gull River has this time. They’re also worried about recreational situation on her mayoral Facebook page never been so low at her Pine Lake home. “The policy direction was taken to be impacts with the water so low. Right now, April 13. Overlooking the river from her property, extremely cautious and making sure it couldn’t sustain inner tubes or the rope She said there’s been a 50 per cent there’s as much shoreline and muddy banks there was going to be no opportunities jump from their tree. It wouldn’t be deep shortfall in spring rains as of mid-April with as there is water. for gatherings in such spaces,” Bocking enough to swim or for the aluminium boats. temperatures above normal. Mulholland says they draw their said. “I agree it’s a challenge. We want “It is so low. I have never seen it like this. “The freshet was almost non-existent, household water from the river that runs to encourage people to be physically There are more sand banks than water. certainly in comparison with recent years,” between the Eagle Lake dam and Pine active and be outside.” Unbelievable,” Mulholland said April 17. Lake. They don’t drink it but are concerned Continued ‘Seasonal’ on page 2 Continued ‘Operators’ on page 2 GARDEN CENTRE NOW OPEN! NEW STOCK ARRIVING DAILY!

GARDENSee ‘Long-awaited’ on page 2 CENTRE OPEN! 2 TheHighlander Thursday April 22 2021 | Issue 487 Highlander news Seasonal levels expected for summer Continued from page 1 “We clearly need significant rain to freshet, which, combined with she added. bring us to normal levels by the end of sustained warmer air temperatures, Moffatt said some inconsistencies May.” has resulted in the aggressive loss of YOUR TRUSTED REALTOR SALES REPRESENTATIVE in usual runoff patterns, or how lakes Spence said the Trent Severn winter snowpack during late March usually fill up, is happening. Waterway (TSW) has added logs to and melt runoff recession in early HILARY MORRIN As a result, she said the Upper Gull all dams throughout the spring and April,” she said. VIRTUAL TOURS • PAPERLESS TRANSACTIONS • CONTACTLESS CLOSINGS was only 70 per cent full; Kennisis, stands ready to store water when it is Feeley added that since early March, Hawk and Kushog needed water and available. higher temperatures and moderate dams were closed off but operations at “The relatively low flows on the Gull winds have contributed to further Red Pine and Nunakani were expected River in Minden which have persisted losses of local inflows, and much of to see those lakes come up; the Maple for most of the last several weeks are the runoff was absorbed by the soil. chain is very low and one example of evidence that the available flows have However, she said on April 21 that the inconsistent runoff patterns. been managed to fill reservoirs where water levels across the watershed Moffatt noted it is still more than possible,” Spence said. are currently rising and, presuming four weeks to the May 24 weekend “But at this point the whole system a normal amount of precipitation “when it’s expected that the whole including the Kawartha lakes are in throughout the month of April, the system will be full.” need of significant inflows. We need public can expect the current lake Ted Spence is chair of the Coalition some significant rainfall events.” levels to continue to rise during May, of Equitable Water Flow (CEWF). The TSWs Karen Feeley said water achieving seasonal averages heading He said on April 19 that “The most levels and flows fluctuate for several into summer. important point right now is that reasons. She said typically, watersheds Maple Lake seasonal resident, Char with the prolonged period without rise or refill in the spring depending Booth Vitez, said she hopes conditions significant rain on top of a relatively upon the rate and volume of snowmelt improve. dry early winter and spring, the local and spring rainfall. “We have many concerns about the BAKED AND BATTERED inflows to most lakes are very low “The total precipitation for this water levels in our lake,” she said. 126 HIGHLAND STREET and the levels are now dipping below past winter was 25 per cent less than “Docks are sitting in sand and there’s Excellent Business Opportunity in normal levels for this date.” normal values, followed by 25-50 no chance of moving them without the Heart of Haliburton Highlands Like Moffatt, he said the snowmelt per cent less than normal amounts of water levels rising. Unlikely we will $1,250,000 was early and we have had very little precipitation in March. The watersheds get boats launched as the river will be rain. experienced an earlier than normal too low to navigate,” she added.

SOLD Operators hope ban lifted for May 24 weekend Continued from page 1 lakeside, that would be great.” and activities such as canoeing to The government targeted other outdoor Still, Legge said given the time of the enjoy. She added it is important to recreation sites earlier in the shutdown. year, the business impact is limited. have opportunities to enjoy outdoor Overnight seasonal campsites were But she said that could change if the recreation in the pandemic. closed April 3. restrictions extend to the May long “Being able to touch trees and the Haliburton Forest general manager weekend. They are currently set to end ground and the soil are more important Tegan Legge said although she just before then. than it ever has been before,” Legge understands encouraging people not to “It would definitely really hurt. Our said. “We know everybody coming travel, the restriction seems silly. bottom line is the May long weekend out hiking, biking, paddling, it gives “Our campsites are very private, very is our first big weekend of the season,” them that sense of getting out of the well-spaced,” Legge said. “If I could Legge said. “It definitely would affect pandemicDIONNE for MORGANa minute … It CP doesn’tA, CGA open to the local community so they our bottom line.” feel like the pandemic is happening up could get out of their houses and camp Legge said there BAKEDANDBATTERED.COMare still trails here.” 134 HALBIEM CRESCENT DIONNE MORGAN CPA, CGA Haliburton by the Lake DIONNE MORGAN, CPA Lifestyle, private members only waterfront park. $719,000

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Thursday April 22 2021 | Issue 487 TheHighlander 3 Highlander news Campaign seeks to spotlight shoreline bylaw By Joseph Quigley the Haliburton County Home Builders Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Association, local landscapers and some property owners who felt it was too far- The public debate on the County’s shoreline reaching. Other organizations such as bylaw is picking up again with a new the CHA and Environment Haliburton! campaign advocating for naturalized advocated for the tougher rules as shorelines. something needed to preserve lakes and Beshore Haliburton kicked off an ensure that property values do not crash advertising blitz April 15 with a website and from algae blooms. information about the issue. The aim is to MacInnes said the dialogue got personal, educate about the importance of shorelines with uninvolved members of his own to protect lake health and prevent toxic family getting targeted by individuals algae blooms, as well as amassing names opposing the bylaw. He said the tactics for a petition. prompted the campaign to keep most of its It comes as the County has delayed a members – which he said is more than 100 bylaw to limit development on shorelines, people – anonymous. sending out a request for proposals March “I’m not worried about the CHA and The County shoreline bylaw discussion is resuming with a new campaign aimed at 24 to have a third-party consultant take over myself being targeted,” he said. “I’m advocating for the policy document. Photo via Beshore Haliburton. the work. worried about the people and organizations Coalition of Haliburton Property opposed the bylaw as initially drafted originally planned. But MacInnes said he that are part of the campaign that have not Owners’ Association (CHA) president in 2020, said Beshore Haliburton seems hopes it can get into place sooner to prevent already been targeted.” Paul MacInnes – one of the people behind premature given the County’s RFP process. further destruction. The Beshore Haliburton website includes Beshore Haliburton – said advocates “We should just be waiting for the council He added the campaign is trying to take links to government and scientific sources wanted to address the situation. to do their job and get this RFP done,” a positive approach and also encourage around buffer zones in a bid to highlight “When the County decided to pause Bromley said. “Why are the waters being landowners to renaturalize their lakefront. why the proposed setback for most work on the shoreline preservation bylaw, muddied? “We’re taking, very much, the high road,” development in the bylaw – 30 metres from after almost three years of working on it, “We feel like we’ve been dragged back he said. “This is not about personalities high-water marks – is the correct figure. a number of us became very concerned,” into this fight again,” she added. “It’s just or individuals, this is about protecting the But the campaign has raised questions MacInnes said. “We’re losing the little bit totally inappropriate.” health of our community, which depends on about timing. Michele Bromley of of natural shoreline that we have left very County council has signalled it does not healthy lakes.” Boshkung Lake Tree Service, part of a quickly.” expect to have the bylaw in place for this group of six landscaping companies that The draft bylaw attracted pushback from year’s summer building season as they COUNTY OF HALIBURTON NEWS was successful, but there is a need to “This is a national treasure that people Township input establish policy at the township level rather Hike Haliburton within your (tourism) department and in the than just the County. County have been able to create.” sought on housing “The four local municipalities should carries on Director of tourism Amanda Virtanen also The Kawartha Lakes-Haliburton Housing adapt their own policy with the incentives County council agreed to start planning for presented options to attempt a full-scale Corporation is refining its affordable that they’re willing or able to provide,” a more limited Hike Haliburton festival in festival or cancel the event. She reported housing targets program by seeking Lee said. “That will really help us as we’re the fall. a light version of the festival would be policy directions from the County’s four going through the process.” Council committee of the whole voted easier to cancel later given the lack of townships. Coun. Andrea Roberts said it is an April 14 to recommend proceeding with printed material. She said hike leader CEO Hope Lee presented to County important step. She cited controversy a “light” version of the event tentatively training would be managed carefully within council April 14. The program aims to help at Dysart’s council table over an scheduled for Sept. 16-19. The event would COVID-19 protocols. the County and City of Kawartha Lakes affordable housing proposal using the mimic the festival’s smaller-scale winter Virtanen also said the decision needed to achieve affordable housing goals, with the Lakeview Motel. It led to confusion over edition, with no printed program and fewer be made early to give time for planning. County aiming for 750 new units by 2029. the municipality’s authority, as some hike spaces available. “I’m hoping we’re not in that position of The initiative has contributed to several councillors opposed the idea. Hike Haliburton was cancelled in 2020. lockdown,” Coun. Lisa Schell said. “If that new projects coming forward, including a “We need these policies in place so it’s Deputy warden Patrick Kennedy said he is the case at the time, we can pull it back.” new build on Wallings Road in Haliburton non-political,” Roberts said. “It isn’t we like first thought the County should cancel (County of Haliburton News compiled by from Places for People. this project, or we don’t like this project, it’s it again, but he felt it was important to Joseph Quigley, Local Journalism Initiative The program helps guide developers it qualifies, or it doesn’t qualify.” maintain. Reporter). toward incentives to develop affordable The committee voted to recommend Lee’s “We’re going to lose the momentum of housing. Lee said the first quarterly intake proposed changes to the program. what’s been built here,” Kennedy said. 4 TheHighlander Thursday April 22 2021 | Issue 487

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Thursday April 22 2021 | Issue 487 TheHighlander 5 Highlander news County hesitant over basic income strategy By Joseph Quigley governments - said the bill is important to Local Journalism Initiative Reporter address poverty. “A national basic income in Canada could County of Haliburton council opted grow our economy more than it costs, against supporting a federal bill April 14 to creating hundreds of thousands of jobs, establish a national basic income strategy and supporting Canadian businesses while over concern about a lack of information. ending poverty and growing the middle The Haliburton County - City of Kawartha class,” the letter said. Lakes Roundtable for Ending Poverty wrote Lindsay was the site of a basic income to ask the County to support Bill C-273. pilot from the Ontario government in The private member’s bill would develop 2017. The pilot was supposed to last three a national strategy for a guaranteed basic years but was cut short in 2018 by a new income and establish pilot projects. The Progressive Conservative government. proposal is expected to come before the Coun. Carol Moffatt said it is a “chicken House of Commons later this month. and egg” problem where more information Council members expressed support of the is needed before she felt comfortable broad concept, but several were concerned supporting it. She added she has concern about the bill’s ramifications. Only about what municipalities might have to councillors Andrea Roberts, Lisa Schell and pay. deputy warden Patrick Kennedy voted in “There’s no question a basic income favour. program is a great idea,” Moffatt said. “I Coun. Brent Devolin said he was just feel I don’t know enough about the uncomfortable supporting something that question in the letter.” could implement basic income without Devolin said supporting the bill would be seeing more information first. seen as supporting a basic income before “Affordability becomes a question,” more information such as finances are Devolin said. “There’s a whole other part brought to light. of the analysis of the labour market that I But Kennedy noted the bill does not would like to see before I’m prepared to necessarily mean basic income would go have a position on this.” County council opted against supporting a bill that would introduce a national basic forward. He said it seems designed to get Bill C-273 would see a report return in income strategy. File photo. the answers councillors sought. two years about implementing a strategy. Roberts said the resolution might not “Shows our local people, our constituents Councillors did not pass a motion but The poverty roundtable - made up of make much difference for the federal here in Haliburton that we care. That we agreed to have the poverty roundtable local social services, health care, and decision but would send a message. believe in this,” Roberts said. present on the issue at a future date.

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Haliburton Highlands CHAMBERof COMMERCE Kick-off to community safety plan By Joseph Quigley There are so many Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The County of Haliburton and OPP reasons to join the kicked off the formal process to create a community safety and wellbeing plan April Chamber... 12. A steering committee made up of Starting your business? councillors and Haliburton Highlands OPP acting commander Sgt. Dan Collings held a kickoff meeting for the plan. The Get 50% off your annual provincially-mandated document would outline how different sectors - including municipalities, policing, social, education years. and health - can collaborate to address dues for your �irst three community risks and service gaps. Coun. Brent Devolin said this could help Need group Health break down some of the barriers that exist Insurance and Bene�its? between different sectors. “This has the potential, both from policing and mental health and a bunch of other Planning for a new community safety and wellbeing plan began April 12. File photo. The Chamber’s Plan is things, to remove a bunch of these silos,” should have a role and the question of the safe, it actually makes some people feel like locally administered at K. Devolin said. “The players are at the plan’s financing will have to be addressed. they’re not allowed to go there,” Matheson table collectively, which I think is a huge “We all have the same goal, that being said. “That was maybe something that they Brewer Financial Inc. advantage.” the health and safety of all our residents,” needed to hear. The County has hired Toronto-based Danielsen said. “I’m hoping this is a really “Almost nobody said stuff along the lines consultant StrategyCorp to help develop solid collaborative effort.” of structurally, we don’t trust our police the plan. An advisory table made up of the The committee also debated whether to force,” he further said, adding the feedback different sectors will guide the process. include an open public consultation in the was distinct from stories of policing in the The consultant said the process should process. Chair Carol Moffatt expressed United States. “It gave us a much more Paying too much for leave a legacy of greater collaboration concern with the unfocused feedback it nuanced, made-in-Ontario version of what credit card processing? between different organizations. A new OPP might create. the diversity issues are.” detachment board that will help oversee But StrategyCorp principal John Matheson Committee members ultimately agreed on local policing will also be formed once the said public consultation has proven valuable a public consultation, with StrategyCorp First Data offers plan is in place. elsewhere, using guided specific questions, proposing one meeting in each of the four our members Members discussed the jurisdictional such as what makes people feel safe or townships. hurdles, such as neighbouring detachments unsafe. He noted how ethnicity could vary StrategyCorp said the next steps would an exclusive rate. in Bancroft and Huntsville that also operate responses. include the steering committee identifying in Haliburton. They also discussed the “Very valuable for the report to be able contacts for an advisory table. The lower-tier townships shifting responsibility to say, while the fact everybody knows consultant will also develop a detailed work Buying fuel at ESSO or onto the County for a unified plan. everybody makes some people feel really plan and stakeholder engagement plan. Mobil? Warden Liz Danielsen said the County

Access a 3.5 cent ALGONQUIN HIGHLANDS NEWS • Option 1 would require the users of Station 80. per litre discount. Council debates the docks/infrastructure to enter into a He said the township diverted from its license of occupation with the township. fleet replacement plan in 2019, when, based shoreline access • Option 2 is to sell a portion of the shore on the needs of the day, the apparatus for Could you use a student in Council began a preliminary discussion road/road allowance lands to the property Station 70 was delayed and a new tanker your business? on shoreline use across township roads owner directly across the street. for station 80 purchased. However, the after planner Sean O’Callaghan tabled a • Option 3 would be to allow existing Station 80 vehicle was in an accident on requested report April 15. structures to remain and be repaired or Dec. 14, 2019. Access up to $7500 O’Callaghan noted shoreline lands across replaced as needed provided the structure Council, on Feb. 6, 2020. authorized a in wage subsidy per a township road are under the jurisdiction remains the same size and in the same replacement vehicle for nearly $225,000 of the township. He said building structures location as it currently exists. No new with about $105,000 coming from placement. on township lands without approval from buildings and/or structures would be insurance but delayed purchase until the the township is not permitted. permitted. new fire chief was in place. He added that private property where a • Option 4 would be for the township French suggested the alternative plan ...and more! township road runs between the property to take action and have the shore lands of buying a mini-pumper, which he said and the waterbody are generally thought cleared of any existing buildings and/or would allow better access to the smaller Our of�ice is to be waterfront properties and are in most structures. cottage roads, along with the unit requiring cases designated waterfront in the Township O’Callaghan was recommending option 1. a G license, giving more opportunity for currently closed Official Plan and Zoned Shoreline Council discussed the report at length - did potential pump operators. He added having to the public. Residential One or Two. not make any decisions - and the item will the mini-pumper at Station 70 will allow “There is significant liability exposure come back to council at a later date. Station 70’s rescue vehicle to be relocated to the township should there be an injury to Station 80. Further, relocating Station 705 854 0593 to occur while members of the public use 70s’ rescue to station 80 will upgrade the -or- these docks and/or other structures present,” New fire truck for 1999 rescue with a 2016 rescue, he said. Amanda Conn at O’Callaghan said. Oxtongue Lake station He added that Station 60’s pumper [email protected] He said the purpose of his report was not replacement will be deferred until 2022. to restrict the use of the shore lands but to The township is purchasing a news mini- He recommended buying from discuss options and seek direction from pumper for Station 70 in Oxtongue Lake. Dependable Truck, which should be For more information: council on how to properly permit the use Fire chief Michael French said the able to supply the mini-pumper in June. of the lands while protecting the interests of purchase will allow the department to (Algonquin Highlands news compiled by www.haliburtonchamber.com the township. relocate the Station 70 rescue vehicle to Lisa Gervais) He presented four options: Thursday April 22 2021 | Issue 487 TheHighlander 7 Highlander news

Algonquin Highlands staff and council discussed docks and landings at their April 15 meeting. Flickr. AH planning the future of docks and landings By Lisa Gervais information that is required to complete shoreline naturalization. and seasonal residents with everything on that project would be identified within “All above information would be gathered their wish lists. She added there will be The Township of Algonquin Highlands is the framework and utilized to make to inform a recommendation for each opportunities for private partnerships. continuing to discuss docks and landings in recommendations to council for approval, landing that would be brought to council Card said one challenge is people are the municipality. Card said. for review and approval prior to being buying bigger boats than the original Director of parks, recreation and trails, Next steps would be an information tendered,” Card said. infrastructure was designed for. Chris Card, tabled a docks and landings gathering process with stakeholders. He Deputy mayor Liz Danielsen said the Coun. Jennifer Dailloux raised the issue draft assessment framework and check list said that will include identifying lake process is “going to put us in a position to of parking, saying in ward 3, “some are to the April 15 meeting. associations or main contact persons. be able to make good decisions about each beautifully self-managed by users, others “The attached check list is intended Some of the information they will be one of our docks and landings.” are free for alls, it’s a mess.” to be used as a starting mechanism to seeking is property surveys and lot limits, She encouraged that potential projects be Moffatt said it is also identifying issues gather information to inform a go-forward listing and identifying current features such examined a couple of years prior to their such as a location being used for fishing approachSPLIT for landings asPENSION listed in the as launches, docks, gangways, parking inclusion in draft budgets so the township and day-use but not having public toilets, township’s asset management plan,” Card areas, access points, toilets, loading and can plan ahead for the economic impact. and perhaps having a privy program. said. INCOME WITH unloading zones, mooring space, signs and Mayor Carol Moffatt added another “What we’re embarking on has the Council had previously chosen a phased message boards, retaining walls, drainage reason around the conversation is “so we potential to be incredibly costly. There approach with landings to be addressed YOUR SPOUSEand fire hydrants. can prepare ourselves for the growth of the are a lot of needs. The township can’t individually in the order recommended in Card added it would be helpful to know community.” be expected to provide everything, for the asset management plan. 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And Simon Payn | [email protected] websites, the health unit was technically fault them for that. Along the same lines, seen management and staff double down andmuddling assistance through in decision-making. our days and looking at responsibilityhave to keep in to mind ensure is workersthat the healthare unit someAnd dayswe know it’s perfectly from talking fine notto family knowing Lisa Gervais correct in declaring it an outbreak. we can do nothing but praise HHHS for even further with COVID-19 protocols. ourIf youlife throughlook at Public a foggy Health windshield. Ontario managingexercised extremewell, especially caution ifand they it is are hard to howcouncil many members COVID that cases this there scare were has onlyin EDITORIALEditor | [email protected] However, it wasn’t really until Feb. 3 having so far kept COVID-19 away from And for that, we thank them all on behalf websites,Camille theQuenneville, health unit CEO was oftechnically the workingfault them from for that.home. 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He said it was While it seems like years ago now, it was WRITERSJoseph Quigley thatweek acting to discuss medical the officestate of of people’s health, Dr. mental sinceresidents day andone staffstill holdsat its twotrue. long-term care apparentof our frail, than elderly may ofand us vulnerable are languishing. loved Joseph Quigley distinct from larger spreads in other long- only in the late winter and early spring of CarolynReporter Allder, | [email protected] Jack Brezina, Lisa Ianhealth Gemmill, during anothersuggested round it was of morerestrictions. of a homes,We should Hyland all beCrest trying and toHighland get enough Wood. 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Send your letters to [email protected] (300 words max) Thursday April 22 2021 | Issue 487 TheHighlander 9 Editorial opinion LETTERS PHOTO OF THE WEEK Enough with the garbage Dear editor, I have great empathy for the municipal workers and elected officials in my area. They are in a constant battle to uphold the bylaws that prevent visual pollution caused by property owners who leave excessive garbage on their properties. You cannot imagine my anger while on a nature outing on the IB&O trail west from Tory Hill. While stopped by the bridge where a creek crosses the trail, I could not help but notice someone had left a trashed camper trailer on the edge of the trail. We continued our journey west to visit the cascading waterfalls on the left of the trail only to see immediately to our right that some crude and rude individual had left a trashed Bissell carpet cleaner. I know for certain the provincial lockdown does not include the local landfills which would gladly accept your trash.

Doug Peddle Tory Hill

Bubble of invincibility A male Yellow-bellied Sapsucker near Carnarvon. Photo by Mike Young. Dear editor, I am confused. Could someone please explain because I don’t get it? responsible and vigilant, and to maintain all all spills and threats to the environment area and are truly blessed, so please keep it Since the onset of the pandemic, we have safety protocols necessary for everyone’s very seriously.” clean. been daily reminded that COVID-19 (and benefit, well-being and life. Such blatant and stunning hypocrisy is now the even more deadly variants-of- breathtaking. Maggie Lawrence concern) are airborne, highly transmissible, Cheryl Cohoon Dysart et al life-altering, deadly diseases. Haliburton Jim Bertram If one sneezes or coughs, the miniscule Minden Hills water droplets can travel a distance of up to Vandalism not 16 feet … a range of 10 feet more than the COVID shot in Minden current six feet (two metres), recommended Annual trash run acceptable for social distancing. amazingly organized Dear editor, Dear editor, The efficacy of mask-wearing should Dear editor, no longer be in doubt. This past winters’ Every year, my friend Kelly Pool and I Responding to the letter in last week’s cold and flu season was, to all intents and My husband and I just got back from clean up along Haliburton Lake Road from Highlander. purposes, non-existent. A first. receiving our vaccines at the S.G. Nesbitt the marina at Fort Irwin to Boyce Bradley Skateboarding, BMX, scooters, Our professional health care workers, at Arena in Minden (April 14). Road. This is a 4km stretch. We have been rollerblades etc. are forms of artistic every level, have worked tirelessly for over I have to tell you ... I have never, ever doing this for the last three years. expression. The custom sculptured a year to save lives in untenable situations seen such organization and such courtesy in We live at Haliburton Lake which is a skatepark is a perfect place for these and conditions. They educate and inform a very long time and thought they should be beautiful piece of God’s country and every (sports) forms to be expressed. Skateparks us at every turn of the necessity to remain commended for all of their hard work. year all we can do is shake our heads at the are certainly not christened in this manner. vigilant, to take all precautions necessary I thanked everyone I was in contact with amount of trash that litters this roadway in At first glance perhaps that can be assumed. to stay safe, and to prevent further there. The line-up was extremely quick and such a short span. Illegally defacing public property, no transmission of these deadly viruses. once inside you had people guiding you Today (April 18), we got three large matter how ‘kind’ the message may be, is And yet … since the onset of the warmer where to go. Everything was explained in bags of garbage. When we first started not initiation for the park. They are (the weather … I constantly see people layman terms. doing this, the average ATV trailer was parks) christened by the users who are there not wearing masks, moving about the Congratulations to all of the volunteers overflowing after just a kilometre or two. daily, dropping in, slashing the coping, community in groups in close proximity, and all health and medical professionals. On April 18, I am glad to say we got three tossin’ an early grab. The ones who pick and whipping off their masks upon exiting Job well done. large bags and you have no idea how many up the litter, sweep the surfaces and come local stores and businesses. beer cans we picked up. I lost count at over back the next day to start all over. Those are As a former teacher, I have observed Jeri-Lyn Cuda 50 Tim Hortons cups alone. If everybody the ones we want to encourage to build an that certain age groups continue to believe Minden went out of their house and went for a walk identity so the park can last for decades. that they live in a bubble of invincibility up and down the road with a garbage bag If this is the way your message can be … others in a state of denial, disbelief or you would be surprised as to how much heard, please take the appropriate steps the derision. Breathtaking hypocrisy garbage you collect. skate park committee did, over four plus I have undergone two major life-saving, At the end of the day, we just shake her years, and ask permission first. You might life-altering surgeries. We do not know Dear editor, heads and pat ourselves on the back and say be surprised at the answer. what the strangers next to us in the lines Let me see if I have this straight. The spill job well done. Sincerely, two members of the skatepark or parking lots at the local grocery stores, has been known about since the 1980s. The So, please think twice before you throw committee who care deeply for our businesses, post office or the dump may be cause has been known since 2012 and the that Tim Hortons cup out the window or skatepark that can serve the youth and experiencing. They may be at-risk. fix will take five years. that water bottle or that glass beer bottle youthful at heart for years to come. Haliburton is an exceptionally caring Yet Kelly Andreoli, the MoE district that shatters on the ground that some animal community. It is morally incumbent on engineer, states that the “Ministry of the could hurt themselves on and cause a lot Matt Richardson and Nick Swift each of us to continue to be aware, to be Environment, Conservation and Parks takes of suffering. We live in such a beautiful Dysart et al 10 TheHighlander Thursday April 22 2021 | Issue 487 Highlander health Health unit struggling with third wave of COVID By Kirk Winter quarantine and testing requirements. Health unit staff will continue to work closely with The third wave of COVID-19 “has individuals who are confirmed cases. stretched the capacity of the health unit to Bocking also addressed the growing its limits,” new HKPR medical officer of public frustration with perceived poor health, Dr. Natalie Bocking, told a board response times from the health unit’s call meeting April 15. centre. Bocking said the health unit is having “In order to address the hundreds of phone to prioritize tracking of new cases and calls and emails coming into the health immunization, while juggling other public unit each day, staff have had to prioritize health roles. their response. Only urgent or emergency “We are doing a bit of a dance right now emails and contacts will be responded to as we continue to work through new cases quickly. Individuals who call or email to while also rolling out our vaccination check on when they might be eligible to be clinics as we know that, in the long run, vaccinated will not receive a response from the vaccinations will play a major role in the health unit,” she said. changing the trajectory of the pandemic,” On vaccines, Bocking added the health Bocking said. unit is “experiencing challenges” due to In the 14 days as of the meeting, the health a decrease in vaccine deliveries and an unit had been notified of 282 confirmed increase in who is now eligible. cases and more than 500 high-risk “Our goal is to vaccinate as many people contacts. In addition, it is staffing six mass as possible, but with expanded eligibility immunization clinics in Lindsay, Cobourg, provincially and no additional vaccine to Trent Hills, Fenelon Falls, Minden and provide locally, we are challenged to offer Haliburton. It was further investigating more clinics for our residents,” she said. eight community outbreaks, responding to The board of health had its monthly meeting April 15. File. “HKPRDHU does not book appointments 200 to 300 phone calls and emails daily, without having a vaccine delivery had been issued by the health unit between charged with fines up to $5,000 a day,” she working with health care partners to set confirmed. Residents who have an Jan. 1 and April 9, 2021 to cases and said. up programs to immunize homebound appointment will not see those cancelled. contacts of COVID-19. The medical officer of health added that residents, and working with primary health Instead, it means the health unit will not be “Cases and contacts are obligated to in more than half of the latest cases, there care providers to implement vaccination of able to offer as many new appointments as participate in contact phone calls with is no one point of exposure so that tells the patients. first planned.” the health unit so their progress can be health unit “we are clearly seeing the virus A high-risk contact is anyone who has Bocking reported about the enforcement monitored and ensure they are maintaining circulating in our communities. We need to come in close contact with someone who of isolation and quarantine orders. isolation or quarantine ... cases are required stay vigilant, follow the directions and do has a confirmed case of COVID-19. These She said 44 warning letters and two tickets to isolate and contacts who are required to our part to stop any further spread.” individuals will be emailed a letter outlining quarantine and who do not do so can be

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There In a letter dated April 16, the Haliburton, was also a confirmed case at Our Lady of Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit Lourdes April 1, April 2 and April 4. shared information about the outbreak Valles said it is hard to determine exactly at the St. John Vianney Catholic Church how the transmission occurred. For now, in Highland Grove and the Our Lady of the buildings are remaining closed given the Lourdes Church in Cardiff. lockdown. HKPR corporate communications “Holding off right now until the Ministry manager Chandra Tremblay said there are of Health says something,” Valles said. six cases associatedThe with St. JohnCottage and three “Ten people is a really small crowd for a with Our Lady of Lourdes. community that gathers for worship, but The outbreaks were declared over April what do you do? The government is also 19 as 14 daysInsurance had passed since the last Experts looking after the health of the community. exposure. 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January 19 2017 Department. The fire chief of the day, Peter Thursday | Issue 271 Editorial opinion Algonquin Highlands area,” he said. “The Reader doesn’t think we’re ‘overrun’ by tourists Dear editor, here from around the world without costing Mitchell, gave him every opportunity to Ouch! If I was about to book a week’s Haliburton County a cent in advertising Editorial vacation for my family in the Haliburton costs.PHOTO Short-term rentals OF offer THE a unique WEEK PHOTO OF THE WEEK opinionHighlands, I would be looking elsewhere accommodation experience. In parts of after reading this paragraph in the township is a very scenic area. I enjoy the here from around the world without costing the Highlands where accommodations are Jan,12 Reader doesn’t think we’reHaliburton ‘overrun’ County by a centHighlander tourists in advertising regarding short-term limited, short-term rentals fill a void. rentals: Dear editor, costs. Short-term rentals offer a unique From a retailer point of view, short-term succeed as a firefighter and allowed him accommodation“So, experience. it’s time In for parts Dysart of and the other rentals bring good fortune and prosperity. municipalities to do their homework, pick a Ouch! If I was about to book a week’s the Highlands where accommodations are For cottagers trying to pay their municipal solution that works for them and hopefully vacation for my family in the Haliburton limited, short-term rentals fill a void. taxes, short-term rentals are a blessing. implement it before we are Highlands, I would be looking elsewhere From a retailer point of view, short-term The municipalities should take a travel throughout the area.” short-term renters once againoverrun this summer.” with after reading this paragraph in the rentals bring good fortune and prosperity. favourable look at short-term rentals and Really? Overrun? Jan,12 Highlander regarding short-term For cottagers trying to pay theirSynonyms municipal are pestered, solve any challenges that may jeopardize harassed, plagued, invaded by. their existence before we to take courses at the Ontario Fire College. rentals: taxes, short-term rentals are a blessing. Was that an ‘welcome’ “So, it’s time for Dysart and the other The municipalitiesappropriate should word totake use? a term renters to the Haliburton Highlands short- are comparable to a mouseShort-term infestation? renters municipalities to do their homework, pick a favourable look at short-term rentals and once again this summer. with Short-term rental listings, through short- solution that works for themoverrun and hopefully solve any challenges that may‘welcome jeopardize’ As for the township itself, he added staff agencies and on international websites, Mary Barker implement it before we are their existence before we market the Highlands and draw people short-term renters onceSynonyms again this are summer.” pestered, term renters to the Haliburton Highlands Agnew’s General Store, Wilberforce and That resulted in him becoming the only Really? Overrun? Was that an once again this summer. 40 Winks Guest House, Airbnb host. harassed, plagued, invadedShort-term by. renters Disappointed in coverage Mary Barker appropriate word to use? Dear editor, are comparable to a mouse infestation? Agnew’s General Store, Wilberforce and have been welcoming and it already feels Short-term rental listings, through 40 Winks Guest House, Airbnb host. who depend on these people to come here After reading the front page article in last and spend money. The short-term rental agencies and on international websites, week’s paper (Jan. 12, 2017 Worries over market the Highlands and draw people crowd are some of the biggest spending volunteer firefighter in Ontario to graduate cottages becoming ‘party pits’) I was very tourists and we need every dollar we can whodisappointed. depend on these The articlepeople was to come extremely here get. Also not mentioned was the right of a Disappointed in coverage andone-sided. spend money. There The have short-term been many rental articles cottage owner to do as they wish with their Dear editor, crowdwritten are from some the of pointthe biggest of view spending of the cottage. Many people rely on rental income like a family. various cottage associations. The paper to keep the family cottage in the family. tourists and we need every dollar we can After reading the front page article in last get.should Also try not to mentioneddo a better wasjob ofthe balancing right of a week’s paper (Jan. 12, 2017 Worries over cottagethese special owner interest to do as groups they wish with withthe their Andy Rickard from both the Advanced Fire Protection businesses and people of Haliburton County cottages becoming ‘party pits’) I was very cottage. Many people rely on rental income Minden disappointed. The article was extremely to keep the family cottage in the family. one-sided. There have been many articles Health care and the Internet French said he comes from an emergency written from the point of view of the Andy Rickard Dear editor, various cottage associations. The paper Minden physician, even in the same building? should try to do a better job of balancing Much has been reported about high speed Why is there not a connection between Technology and Advanced Fire Prevention these special interest groups with the Internet. I thought hospitals and medical the hospitals, emergency departments, businesses and people of Haliburton Countycentres were to be connected with the and medical centres for accessing tests? highestphysician, speed. Who even is in their the sameprovider? building? Last I always give my family doctor’s name services family. His father served as a Health care and the InternetFriday,Why I had is therea specialist not a connectionappointment between in the expecting her to be notified of any Dear editor, Haliburtonthe hospitals, Medical emergencyCentre. The departments, specialist appointments elsewhere. There should be had comeand frommedical Peterborough. centres for Hisaccessing first tests? a relationship with the health care system Technology programs. words were “the system was down” so and your family physician. We, the patient, Much has been reported about high speed I always give my family doctor’s name Internet. I thought hospitals and medicalhe couldn’texpecting access her my to files. be notified Fortunately, of any need to advocate for a better system of centres were to be connected with the I had themappointments with me. On elsewhere. other occasions There should connectednessbe or what’s the point expensive volunteer firefighter for more than 40 years. highest speed. Who is their provider? Lastat the Mindena relationship site I have with had the the health same care systemhigh speed Internet. Dr. Danielle Martin Friday, I had a specialist appointment experience.in the and Why your is family this happening? physician. WhyWe, the patient,has written a book with excellent ideas on Haliburton Medical Centre. The specialistare they alwaysneed to “changing advocate thefor system”?a better system ofconnectedness for patient care. Why is the emergency department unable A unique sculpture adds some life to a tree in Haliburton. Photo by Alex Coop. In 1996, he started as part-time instructor had come from Peterborough. His first connectedness or what’s the point expensive A unique sculpture adds some life to a tree in Haliburton. Photo by Alex Coop. words were “the system was down” toso access yourhigh tests speed from Internet. your family Dr. Danielle MartinLois Rigney he couldn’t access my files. Fortunately, has written a book with excellent ideasCanning on Lake His daughter, Kaitlin, is a paramedic for the I had them with me. On other occasions connectedness for patient care. at the Minden site I have had the sameCold comfort from fashion faux The Outsiderpast experience. Why is this happening? Why Lois Rigney Outsider with the college, teaching new volunteer are they always “changing the system”?“If it’s one, two,Canning then through,Lake you’re The Why is the emergency departmentgood unable to go,” explains a friend of mine of geography. 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For “My role as a part-time instructor led to than when they started. sorry, I can’t mention herBut name back andto one, it’s two andare atthen all through.worried thatice there ahead. may However,be thin the one, two and the life of me, I couldn’t finds a pair with It’s a bit like the time when I asked a probably best because neither she nor I ice ahead. However, thenthe one, through two andtechnique doesn’t really hit cleats anywhere! school pal of mine whether I could wear could admit to being proud of the entire then through technique doesn’t really hit “My wife for over 30 years, Heather, moccasins, white socks and baggy pants debacle. with an elastic cuff around the ankle. His But back to one, two and then through. advice was long and rambling, it covered the ultimate opportunity being hired as a fashion history, sexuality and even a bit is the rock of the family. After a very first-class firefighter for the Chippewas of successful career as the owner of Heather’s Rama First Nation in 2001,” he said. OPINION? Floral Designs, she has retired to help look Under the leadership of then fire chief, after our two grandchildren, Lincoln and Mark Pankhurst, who served as a mentor Laurel.” and an inspiration to succeed, French When it comes to making his mark, graduated from the Ryerson University Send your letters to French said, “I live by the statement ‘my Administration and Governance program role is to make the diamonds shine, not and in 2009 was given the opportunity to be to outshine them’. Here in Algonquin [email protected] (300 words) the fire chief of the number one First Nation Highlands there are a lot of diamonds.” 14 TheHighlander Thursday April 22 2021 | Issue 487

COUNTY OF HALIBURTON LAND DIVISION COMMITTEE NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CONSENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 53(5)(a) of the Planning Act and Section 3, O.Reg. 197/96, as amended, that the following Applications for Consent have been submitted to the Haliburton County Land Division Committee, the consent granting authority in these matters. AND FURTHER THAT An electronic meeting will be held Monday, May 10, Your turn 2021 at 7:00 P.M. to consider these applications. AND FURTHER THAT this meeting will be held through remote electronic is coming participation in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended. The media and the general public can view the Land Division Committee soon. meeting webcast via the County of Haliburton YouTube channel: https://youtu. be/tiAaPUv6tX4 AND FURTHER THAT these Applications for Consent will be heard by the Land Division Committee: 1. File No. H-016/21 Applicant: Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve Location of the Property: Lot 30 and Parts of Lots 26-29, Concession 13, Registered Plan C95A and H221783, Geographic Township of Guilford Nature of the Application: Lot Addition 2. File No. H-017/21 Applicant: Andrew and Evonne Jack Location of the Property: Part of Lot 18, Concession 3, Geographic Township of Minden. Nature of the Application: New Lot, Together with Easement for right-of- way 3. File No. H-018/21 Ontario’s COVID-19 vaccine Applicant: Gerald Rowland Location of the Property: Plan 343 WLY 200’ Lot 7, and Plan 343 E Pt Lot 6 plan is helping to stop Geographic Township of McClintock Nature of the Application: New Lot the spread and save lives. Additional information regarding the above applications is available for public inspection electronically by request during regular business hours, Monday to Thousands of people across Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. the province are getting If a person or public body that files an appeal of a decision of the Land Division Committee in respect of the proposed consent does not make written vaccinated every day. submissions to the Land Division Committee before it gives or refuses to give a provisional consent, the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal may dismiss the appeal. As vaccinations continue, we need to stay If you wish to be notified of the decision of the Land Division Committee in the course to protect those we love. Wear a respect of the proposed consent, you must make a written request to the mask. Wash your hands. Keep your distance. undersigned. Dated at the Township of Minden Hills this 22 day of April, 2021. Find out when, where and how to get vaccinated at ontario.ca/covidvaccineplan Lisa Gillan Secretary-Treasurer or call 1-888-999-6488 for assistance in more Haliburton County Land Division Committee than 300 languages. 11 Newcastle Street P. O. Box 399, Minden, Ontario K0M 2K0 Telephone: (705) 286-1333 or 1-866-886-8815, Ext. 248 Fax: (705) 286-4829 E-mail: [email protected]

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The Teachings of Baha'u'llah (Bahai Faith) are off ered to the world in a quest for unity. The Baha'is in our County invite your questions and queries. If a choice must be made to educate a daughter or a son the daughter is given priority as she is the fi rst educator. To speak with a Bahai in our area please call: Haliburton, Helen, 705-457-1999, Minden, George and Kathie 705-286- 3378, West Guilford/ Kennisis, Pat and Peter 1-416-606-9657, Eagle Lake / Fort Irwin Gord and Kathryn 705-754-0939 or contact www.bahai.org.

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Guardians warn drivers that Seekin Hig-Qualit turtles are on the move early Investmen Opportunitie? By Joseph Quigley species in the world.” “It always upsets me when I see Local Journalism Initiative The non-profit environmental turtles on the road,” she said. “I just Reporter organization is moving to address feel like I’m going to be part of the the situation, launching a GoFundMe solution as opposed to part of the The turtle guardians are warning ✓ Honest, Results-Driven Team April 16 to install temporary silt problem of saving our local turtles, drivers to be on the lookout for their fencing to help turtles at dangerous because I love wildlife.” shelled friends as warm weather is ✓ Serving Ontario for 16+ Years road crossings. It had raised more than Berman said she should be able to making them unusually active this $1,110 of a $4,000 goal as of April 19. mobilize about 60 road researchers. month. Visit Us Online At Berman said although pandemic But she added the organization needs : The Land Between charity lockdown restrictions are challenging, more hands to handle all the different founder Leora Berman said the the province considers wildlife crossings – probably more than 100 CHIrealestate.ca turtle population is moving out of research an essential service. She said people in the summer. hibernation about three weeks early the early awakening has compressed “The numbers are through the roof in this year, with old and hatchling turtles the Land Between’s schedules and turtle kills. That means we’re going to leaving nests. She said with roadkill a 647.347.9723 forced them to move to fieldwork have local extinctions,” Berman said. persistent problem, turtles need all the more quickly. “We’ve got about six (high-kill) sites help they can get. “We are organizing road occupancy we need people rotating throughout With the rare early movement, permits,” Berman said. “Trying the day.” Berman said the charity is mobilizing A Commercial Division of RE/MAX Ultimate to mobilize people in really high Berman said the creatures are a vital Realty Inc. Independently Owned and Operated its turtle guardian programming to mortality zones.” part of the ecosystem. She said they help. But the organization can draw in are often misunderstood, and people This document is not meant to solicit existing “We’re pretty concerned. Last year, listings. (12.2002) volunteers. A viral Facebook post need to know the importance of we thought COVID would be a good about the County’s oldest turtle, Grace, protecting them. thing for turtles because people aren’t garnered more than 870 shares April “We cannot survive without nature,” driving as much. What we found was 14. It helped prompt Gaye Botticella, Berman said. “Their populations right Tell our advertisers you saw actually the opposite,” she said. “I’m who witnessed The Land Between now are very fragile. If we lose these concerned about emotional driving … their ad in The Highlander rescuing Grace last year, to join the species, our aquatic ecosystems will Turtles are one of the most endangered volunteer base April 17. collapse.” Thursday February 11 2021 | Issue 477 1216 TheHighlander Thursday April 22 2021 | Issue 487 SOLD! 322 BOBCAYGEON ROAD $299,900 NE LSNG! 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Notice of Public A Message from the Fire Department (Virtual) Council Meetings Household Hazardous Waste Events Employment Opportunity Meetings Where to install smoke detectors Council, Committee of the Whole and Closed Based on your feedback, we have Accounts Receivable/Accounting Clerk TAKE NOTICE that the Session meetings are currently being conducted enhanced household hazardous waste The NFPA recommends installing a smoke alarm on We are currently accepting resumes for an Council of the Corporation virtually via web conference meetings, until events for 2021 to include events with every floor, including the basement, and inside every Accounts Receivable/Accounting Clerk. of the Township of Minden sleeping room. Smoke alarms should be mounted high further notice. Meetings begin at 9:00 AM unless extended hours, alternate locations and a Hills will be holding Public on a wall not more than a foot from the ceiling or on the otherwise noted. weekday event to accommodate retirees This position provides assistance to Meetings on Thursday, and those who may not work the Director of Finance/Treasurer in the ceiling. Remember, smoke rises. The schedule of upcoming meetings are: May 13, 2021 during its during the week. development and implementation of It is critical to mount smoke alarms in the Meeting of Council via web • Kitchen: April 29 – Regular Council Meeting Please visit mindenhills.ca/landfill for financial goals and objectives relative to conference regarding its kitchen at least 10 feet from any cooking appliance to event dates and hours and accepted the processing and payment of accounts May 13 – Committee of the Whole Fees and Charges By-law minimize false alarms when cooking. materials. receivable, utility billing and general Meeting and Procedural By-law. • Basement: Smoke alarms in the basement should accounting requirements. More information will be be installed on the ceiling near the bottom step of the May 13 – Public Meeting Fees and This position oversees the day-to-day provided on the Township’s stairs up to the first floor. Charges By-law Riverwalk and Wetlands Boardwalk financial functions relating to accounts website at a later date. How to use a fire extinguisher Update receivable, utility billing and general May 13 – Public Meeting Procedural accounting requirements. Dated this 21st day of April, Fire extinguishers are helpful for putting out small By-law The Boardwalk is currently closed until 2021. fires. You can contact your local fire department for fire further notice. The Riverwalk remains This is a full time, union position, based on Members of the Public are invited to observe open and ready for your walking a thirty-five (35) hour work week, being Trisha McKibbin, CAO/Clerk extinguisher training. Council proceedings by joining a live-stream enjoyment. Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The 705-286-1260 ext. 505 Or, follow the PASS to operate a fire extinguisher, link available on the township website at www. current rate of pay is $24.60/hour as per [email protected] remember the word “PASS:” mindenhills.ca/council/ or by using the direct link LOCAL 4286 Collective Agreement. Earnings provided in the notice. • Pull the pin. Hold the fire extinguisher with the nozzle Earth Week will be subject to Union dues. Summer Hours pointing away from you and remove the pin to unlock it. We encourage those wishing to view the meeting Please visit: www.mindenhills.ca/ to also download the agenda, as it will not be April 19 to 24 is Earth Week! at Waste Sites • Aim low. Point the nozzle at the base of the fire. Head over to our Facebook page employment-opportunities/ for full posting displayed during the streaming process. details and job description. Minden Hills Waste Sites where we’ve partnered with other local • Squeeze the lever slowly and evenly. Meeting agendas can be downloaded by visiting municipalities and the County to share switch to summer hours on our website at www.mindenhills.ca/council/. How to Apply: May 1st. Go to mindenhills. • Sweep the nozzle from side-to-side. tips and hints to help you restore the Please note the live-stream link provided for each Email cover letter and resume to: ca/landfill or ask a waste earth. Plus Haliburton Library has been Fire extinguishers should be checked regularly and meeting will only be activated while [email protected] site attendant for more recommending environmental books and tested by a professional every few years. Council is in session. by April 30, 2021. details. offering online eco-programming! 18 TheHighlander Thursday April 22 2021 | Issue 487 Highlander classifieds

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K Enterprises Haliburton is The successfulThe candidateposition will would be for have 40 hours the per week and with some on call emergency response when needed. seeking installers to work with our following skillsThe salaryand background: will be based on the successful applicant’s skills and experience.

team. Previous experience an • Small Drinking Water Certifi cate Please submit a resume by email to: [email protected] by Thursday, April 29th. asset but will train appropriate • Health & Safety Requirements SALES ASSOCIATE- FULL TIME • Good physical condition to complete outdoor candidates. Wage determined based Haliburton and Carnarvon Locations on abilities/experience. landscape work • Water and Septic systems knowledge We are looking for energetic • General indoor maintenance as required • Windows • Doors • Siding people to join our team on the lumber • Good communication skills • So it • Fascia • Eavestroughs sales desk. Responsibilities include customer • Identify preventive maintenance programs and service, inventory control and product • Garage Doors recommend optimal plans merchandising. Candidates should have a good general knowledge of Must have license/transportation The position will be for 40 hours per week building products and have eff ortless and clean abstract & work e ectively and with some on call emergency response keyboarding skills. in a team environment. when needed. The salary will be based on the successful applicant’s skills and experience. Please submit your resume to either: [email protected] Email Resume to: Please submit a resume by email to: or [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 705-457-9077 by Thursday, April 29th. EMMERSON LUMBER LIMITED-HALIBURTON COTTAGE COUNTRY BUILDING SUPPLIES- CARNARVON Thursday April 22 2021 | Issue 487 TheHighlander 19 Highlander classifieds

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Dave Lavergne’s Landscaping seeking help for the upcoming season. Flagstone, retaining walls and stairs. Machinery work as asset but will train. Competitive rates. Call Dave, 705-457- 5839 send resume to: [email protected] The Haliburton Family Medical Centre The Haliburton Family Medical Centre Individual required with carpentry, staining & painting skills. The Mindenand Medical Centre is seeking a full Minden Medical Centre-time Registered Practical Nurse are seeking a . The successful candidate must The Mindenand Medical Centre is seeking a full Minden Medical Centre-time Registered Practical Nurse are seeking . The successful candidate must have excellent organizational skills and be able to work in a fast paced environment. Previous experience temporary part-ti me Registered Practi cal have excellent organizational skills and be able to work in a fast paced environment. Previous experience a temporary full-ti me Team Support Approx 30 hrs/week. Own transportation a must. Please call working in a primary care medical clinic will be considered an asset. Extended health benefits available.working in a primary care medical clinic will be considered an asset. Extended health benefits available. John at 705-455-2818 Nurse. The term of the contract will be six (6) (recepti onist). The term of the contract will Please forward a cover letter and months. resume to the email address below: Please forward a cover letter and be six (6) months.resume to the email address below:

[email protected] [email protected] The successfulAttention: Kimberley Robinson, Executive Director/Office Manager candidate must have excellent The successfulAttention: Kimberley Robinson, Executive Director/Office Manager candidate must have excellent Camp White Pine is seeking Cleaning and Laundry Staff. Up to organizati onal skills and be able to work in a organizati onal skills and be able to work in a 5 months of work available, May – September. Earn up to $23/ Deadline for applications is June 30, 2020. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Deadline for application s is June 30, 2020. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. fast paced environment. Acti ve membership fast paced environment. Previous experience hour. Email [email protected] or call 416-322-6250 with RPNAO is mandatory. Previous in the Health or Business Administrati on fi eld experience working in a primary care medical will be considered an asset. clinic will be considered an asset. POWER FORWARD ELECTRIC HIRING part-time/ Please forward a cover lett er and full-time/summer electrical apprentice and journeypersons. Will train. Great opportunity for Please forward a cover lett er and resume to the address below, or email someone to get into the trades. Contact: derek@ resume to the address below, or email kim.robinson@hhfh t.com; powerforwardelectric.com ERRA Licence: 7012278 kim.robinson@hhfh t.com; Haliburton Family Medical Centre Haliburton Family Medical Centre 7217 Gelert Road C-FIX SOLUTIONS 7217 Gelert Road P.O. Box 870 Local contractor looking for help. Wages P.O. Box 870 Haliburton, ON based on experience call 905-259-7324 Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0 K0M 1S0 Att enti on: Kim Robinson Att enti on: Kim Robinson Deadline for applicati ons is April 30, 2021. Deadline for applicati ons is April 30, 2021. Only those selected for an interview will be Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. contacted.

TownshipTownship of ofAlgonquin Algonquin Highlands Highlands Fees and Chargesrequires By-law a Amendment EXTERIOR FINISHING Public Works Supervisor (Stanhope Yard) For information and a list of NOTE: As a result of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak, as well The Township of Algonquin Highlands is seeking as the requirementsapplications for social from experienced, distancing, qualified Councilpersons for the Meetings will be conducted electronicallyPublic Works via Supervisor web conference position. Reporting untilto the further notice. Operations Manager, the Public Works Supervisor is NO RNG! responsible for the daily planning, supervising and stores selling bingo sheets go to coordinating of staff, operations and projects as NOTICE is hereby provided thatassigned. the Council of the Corporation

EXTERIOR FINISHING INSTALLERS of the Township of AlgonquinVisit our website at:Highlands www.algonquinhighlands.ca intends to consider for the full job description. amending its Comprehensive Fees and Charges By-Law 2021-22 at Please submit your resume and cover letter by its regular meeting to be3:00 held p.m. on on Friday, Thursday, April 9, 2021 Mayto: 6, 2021. CANOEFM.COM • SIDING Dawn Mugford-Guay The proposed amendmentHuman will Resources include Coordinator a 25% reduction in Township of Algonquin Highlands • SOFFIT fees related to the Dorset Tower1123 North Property Shore Road during the COVID-19 Algonquin Highlands, ON K0M 1J1 pandemic. Email: [email protected] • FASCIA You can win up to Members of the Public are invited to observe Council proceedings • EAVESTROUGH by joining a live-stream link. The live-stream link can be found in the Regular Meeting Notice posted on the Township’s website under • WINDOWS the News and Notices at www.algonquinhighlands.ca $800 every week! • DOORS Dated: April 21, 2021.

• ROOFING Dawn Newhook Municipal Clerk • Competitive pay. Township of Algonquin Highlands 1123 North Shore Rd. • Successful candidates will be Algonquin Highlands, ON K0M 1J1 T: 705-489-2379 Ext. 333 positive,motivated individuals who can E: [email protected] work as part of a team. • Valid and clean drivers licence and

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WANTED LAWYER THANK YOU WANTED ANTIQUES Furniture, advertising signs, gold, silver or costume jewellery, COULSON MILLS, B.A., LL.B. wrist & pocket watches, old coins, sterling silver, tea cups & china, Barrister, Solicitor and Notary Public With Sincere Thanks… The family of the late Leopoldina military items & paintings, Anything old etc. tel: 705.457.2977 CRIMINAL “Leo” Dobrzensky-Dobrzenicz BOB CARRUTH • 705-887-1672 fax: 705.457.1462 wish to express their appreciation to 195 Highland Street, WANTED ANTIQUES FAMILY family, friends, neighbours and the 2nd Floor - Box 648, many others for their kindness and HEALTH & WELLNESS Haliburton ON K0M1S0 CAS MATTERS support during this diffi cult time. [email protected] LEGAL AID ACCEPTED Many thanks to Dr. Scott Coles, BOB CARRUTH 705-887-1672 (bus.)www.coulsonmills.com 705-886-0243 (cell) Dr. Judy Suke and the nursing & Dr. B. Mason support staff at the Haliburton LINDSAY • PETERBOROUGH • BANCROFT • MINDEN Hospital for their compassionate Chiropractor and excellent care of mom 3398 Gelert Rd., Minden, Ont. during her last days. We are deeply grateful for the countless GARAGE SALE messages of sympathy, cards of condolence, tributes, fl owers, 705-286-4350 prayers, Mass offerings and the generous donations made in mom’s name to the Pregnancy Care & Family Support Centre, Tools, Table Saw, Battery Lawn Mower, tool chest, Haliburton Highlands Health Services Foundation and to the FIREWOOD various garage items, various kitchen items. Call Volunteer Dental Outreach for Haliburton County. A special Sharon 705-286-0917 for location and to arrange thank you to all who attended the visitation and participated individual viewing of items any day of the week. in mom’s funeral Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Mission Church.This wonderful celebration of life was offered by Father Casmir who provided a very moving eulogy - capturing WANTED TO BUY the spirit of mom’s deep faith. Lastly, the attention and professionalism provided by Dwaine Lloyd and Kate Lovett FIREWOOD of the Haliburton Community Funeral Home was a comfort J & D Towing & Service Station will pay top dollar Cut, Hand Split, Delivered $350/single bush cord for scrap cars. We also provide towing services as and relief to our family in our time of sorrow. Multiple Cord Rates $325 + delivery well as flat bed. Call Jim 705-447-2113 Ever curious, giving and productive - mom drew her spiritual Hand Thrown into truck and cultural existence from her connection with the people Very Clean, All Hardwood LOOKING FOR KITCHEN AID STAND ALONE of the Haliburton Highlands. She took great pride in sharing 90% Maple, 10% Cherry, Oak, MIXER. Will pay cash for parts or purchase. Also, her friendship and knowledge with her beloved community. can repair your appliance for you. Call Cliff at 705- Thank you for supporting and encouraging mom throughout Beech - Seasoned & Dry the years to make a difference in the community where she 286-3351 felt at peace. Sadly, she has left this world but her legacy continues. LOOKING TO BUY clean fill to be delivered north RHYME FROM of Carnarvon. Please call 905-490-1717 John, Zdislava, Margaret Dobrzensky-Dobrzenicz and family THE WOOD MAN FOR RENT Before the end of May, have your wood stacked Room for rent in shared house. Walking distance to For breaking & piled away. Minden, all inclusive Call Joseph at 705-306-0979 news and community So by the Fall, you will have 1 bdrm shared accommodation. Large bath, kitchen, the best wood of all. living space & dining area. Hot tub, water access & shared laundry. 5 min. to Minden. $800./month, first events visit CALL BRIAN 705-930-7198 & last. Mature working individual. Available June 8th. References required. Call 705-455-2050 TheHighlander.ca Nesbitts Firewood $ ’ ADVERTISING 32 B D It's a Mystery by Barbara Olson SOLUTIONS FOR APRIL 23 © ClassiCanadian Crosswords 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 HERE WORKS R E G A L E C A R A M B A 14 15 A POLLO E DOUARD 16 17 N C OULDNT TELLYOU C 093090 Thank you so much for your help facilitating 18 19 20 21 99 the ad request for this year’s plant sale. The placement I DDO A TSEA U LA 22 23 24 25 26 is excellent in this week’s paper! We have had a ton of S EARC H ME I C HAT 27 28 29 30 traffic to the website and many plant orders as a result. M SS H UP S A TIATE 31 32 33 Cannot thank you and The Highlander team enough for the S IM C OM T HEM opportunity to advertise in such a wonderful local paper 34 35 36 I HAVE NOID EA that people obviously know and trust to read each week. 37 38 39 40 “ A F RO E TS D AD 41 42 43 44 45 46 FIREWOOD - Stephanie Field (Friends of Ecological & Environmental P ROOF ED P ST I S M Learning (F.E.E.L) 47 48 49 P INTA N OTAC LUE 50 51 52 53 54 Rick Hynes L GS L T C OL O ENO 55 56 57 58 H OW SHOULD I KNOW 705-875-4806 59 60 [email protected] T UREENS F LEECE ... It’s what everyone’s reading 61 62 S TYRENE O LDSOD Thursday April 22 2021 | Issue 487 TheHighlander 21 Highlander classifieds

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2014 Polaris Camo Fred Brome In Loving Memory of ATV 850 CC HD EFI April 14, 2021 (Resident of Harcourt, Ontario) Peter John Maybury EPS, 381 original Fred passed peacefully on April 14, 2021 in his 79th Passed away peacefully at the Haliburton miles. $8,000. Or Hospital on Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at best offer. Call Guy year. He is survived by his loving wife Andrea, his son the age of 73. at 416-737-5098 Steven and his grandsons Cole & Couper. He is also Beloved husband of Barbara for 49 years. survived by his step-children Jonathon, Natasha, Amanda Dear father of Brianne and her husband Real Estate Investor Matthew of Orangeville, Lauren and her , their spouses Lindsay, Brendan, Wes, as well as his husband Zachary of Chicago. Loving grandpa “Dumpy” to Evan, Paige, selling portfolio of grandchildren Adele,  eodore, Alaia, Deliah and Josephine. Parker and twins Luka and Zoe. Brother-in-law to Robert and his wife properties, 2 Booth Jennifer. Fred formed many friendships through work and recreation. He will be missed St, Minden, 1057 Pete will always be remembered for his love of hockey, he played Jr. A for Colonial Rd, Minden, in Harcourt Park; his home for the past 20+ years. He will be fondly remembered many years and Maple Leafs owned his rights which led to a scholarship by his friends Don & Connie, Mike & Barb, Clarence & Roberta, Eckhart & Molly. at the Ohio University where he met Barb. Pete graduated with a Bldg lot Hwy 503, Bachelor of Education, that same year he married Barb and was dra ed Highlands East & Private Funeral Arrangements by the World Hockey Association but he chose to continue with his 100 acres with house education and achieved his Master’s Degree from Kent State University. & barn, Bracebridge. Funeral arrangements are private. As an expression of sympathy, donations to a charity of In 1974 he began working at Humber College North Campus as the your choice would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements Athletic Director and was also the hockey coach for the Humber Hawks, Call Joseph at 705- he later transferred to the Lakeshore Campus as Director of Student and 306-0979 have been entrusted to the HALIBURTON COMMUNITY FUNERAL Community A airs and retired a er 33 years at Humber to Minden. www.communityfuneralhomes.com HOME 13523 Hwy. #118, Haliburton, Ontario (705) 457-9209. A Celebration of Peter’s Life will take place at a later date and time to be announced. IN MEMORY Memorial Donations to the Haliburton Highlands Health Services Foundation (HHHSF) or to AMICI Camping Charity would be appreciated by the family and can be arranged through the Gordon A. Monk Funeral Home Ltd., P.O. Box 427, Minden, In Memory of Ontario K0M 2K0.. www.gordonmonkfuneralhome.com

KENNETH In Loving Memory of S. KRELLER Scott “Scotty” WHEN I LOST YOU It's with great sadness that we announce the Gordon Charity passing of LYNN JUDITH DORGAN, on April 11, April 27, 1965 – April 13, 2021 I wish I could see you one more time, 2021, after a very courageous battle. It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that Come walking through the door we announce the passing of Scott Gordon But I know that is impossible Beloved life partner of Ken Wilson, loving Mother Charity on April 13, 2021, at the age of of Caera, Sean and Patricia. Loving Aunt of Mark, 55 with the love of his life Karen by his side. Scotty is survived by his I will hear your voice no more Benjamin, Roni and Ian. parents Gord and Dawn and his brothers Stuart (Teresa) and Stephen (Stacey). He will be greatly missed by his niece, nephews, family, friends I know you can feel my tears Lynn will be greatly missed by all of her & neighbours. And you don’t want me to cry, family and many, many friends in Canada Scotty was the third generation of his family to live and work on Crystal Yet my heart is broken because and the United States. Lake. One of his proudest life moments was building the beautiful home on the Lake that he and Karen shared together. A er hanging up his I can’t understand why someone In lieu of fl owers, please send donations to butcher’s apron, Scotty started his own business, “Knot for Charity So precious had to die Gilchrist Hospice Care, 6336 Cedar Lane, Carpentry”. He provided skilled carpentry work to homeowners and Columbia, Maryland, USA 21044 cottagers as well as building and installing decks, docks, painting and I pray that God will give me strength staining. Scotty was known for his attention to detail and perfection in every job that he did, regardless of the size of the job. And somehow get me through Lynn will always be in our hearts. Scotty was an avid outdoorsman, who loved to snowmobile,  sh, swim As I struggle with the heartache and cruise Crystal Lake in his boat “Scott Free”. He was easily recognized  at came when I lost you wherever he went wearing his trademark bandanna and dark sunglasses. Scotty enjoyed to cook and experiment with new recipes and couldn’t - Love Sylvia and Family go to bed without a bowl of ice cream. He loved listening to music, especially his favourite band Lynyrd Skynyrd, and watching wrestling matches, outdoor... relatedIt’s whator nature typeeveryone’s shows on TV. Scottyreading was also a huge fan of the Leafs and the Blue Jays. ... It’s what everyone’s reading In keeping with Scotty’s wishes, cremation has taken place and due to the Covid-19 restrictions, a celebration of his life will be held at a later date. We wish to thank the Doctors, Nurses and sta at both, the Sunnybrook NOTICES Odette Cancer Centre and the Peterborough Hospice as well as the many friends and family members who provided support, care and comfort to both Scotty and Karen over the past several years. FAMILYLED DEATH CARE? WANT TO BE PART OF A GREEN PROJECT? For those who wish, memorial donations in Scotty’s name can be made END OF LIFE DOULAS? to the Gord Downie Fund for Brain Cancer Research at the Sunnybrook The Haliburton County Green Hospital.www.donate.sunnybrook.ca/ NATURAL BURIAL? Burial Society seeks new Board tribute or the Peterborough Hospice www. members to help bring green burial hospicepeterborough.org/donate/ or can be Adriane Weller speaks at a free Zoom event to Haliburton County. Do you have arranged through the Gordon A. Monk Funeral organized by the Haliburton Green Burial Society skills with photography, social media, education, Home Ltd., P.O. Box 427, Minden K0M 2K0 www.gordonmonkfuneralhome.com WED. APRIL , : P.M. administration, finance, or municipal government? to be followed by a short AGM To discuss, please contact Register via website https://www. haliburtongreenburial.ca/ [email protected] New members welcome. $8 CLASSIFIEDS 22 TheHighlander Thursday April 22 2021 | Issue 487 Highlander classifieds

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COMMERCIAL The Lakeview Motel Tulip Road

One of Haliburton’s most popular Have you been searching for privacy, Motels. The Lakeview Motel offers peace, and tranquility? This 139+ acre LISTEDIN ONE TO DAY!SOLD 14 motel rms and personal living parcel and year-round 3-bdrm home quarters. Immaculate grounds and very gives you just that and more. Miles of SOLD! well maintained buildings. Turnkey Otter Laketrails for hiking, snowshoeing, cross- operation. Lovely inground pool, 4 Privately situated on 67+ acres sitscountry your skiing dream and two custom beautiful ponds. built hot tubs, horseshoe pit, dining room, waterfront home or cottage. 4 bdrm,The 3privacy bath can’t home be beat. finished Built in 2012 w/ BBQ’s and much more offered to with a bright open concept living design. guests. Personal living quarters with high-end finishing’s. 462ft of frontage.Large modernCherry kitchen cabinetry, and dining granite 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 2 living rms and countertops, large island and oak flooringarea. Spacious throughout. main floor living Main room. floor kitchen/dining area. Huge potential to Finished walk-out lower. Beautiful original expand on this 3.78-acre parcel. master w/ 5pc ensuite. Lovely livingtwo-story room barn w/ Stop grand dreaming cathedral and start $1,950,000 ceilings & granite fireplace. Full finishedenjoying the lower endless level. possibilities Excellen this t property for children and pets toproperty run andoffers. enjoy $889,000 nature. $979,000 Halls Lake Beech Lake SOLD SOLD Well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath MiskwabiGet that “Lodge Lake Like” feeling at this cottage or home with gorgeous lake 3-bdrm, 1 bath, four season cottage. views. Lovely landscaped terraced Octagon shaped open concept lot with two cabins at water's edge. great room with exposed Douglas fir Main cottage featuresThe a large Lakeview Motel SOLD! beams creates warmth and charm. NEW LISTING! kitchen, diningOne roomof Haliburton’s & fantastic most popular Motels. The Woodburning fireplace is the main screened porch overlooking the focal point. The full-sized kitchen lake, cozyLakeview living room andMotel main offers floor 14 motel rms and per- with island is great for entertaining. laundry. sonal$689,000 living quarters. Immaculate grounds and Western exposure provides fabulous very well maintained buildings. Turnkey oper- sunset views. 131 feet of frontage with a mixture of sand and rock ation. Lovely inground pool, 4 hot tubs, horse- Stunning year-roundshoreline. log home Cantilever or cottage. dock Private, or in levelyour shoe pit, dining room, BBQ’s and much more yard. This spacious,shaded open picnic concept area home with features,hammock. 4 bdrms, 3 baths and Greatsecond waterfront kitchen in privacy. lower level. $659,000 Excellent offered to guests. Personal living quarters with 3 layout for rental income, in-law suite or additional cooking/ living space for those large family gatherings. Master bdrms, 2 baths, 2 living rms and kitchen/dining bedroom with walk-in closet and 4pc ensuite. Fully finished area. Huge potential to expand on this walk-out lower level. Detached double garage, 3 season Little Glamor Lake bunkieDrag and River storage shed. Deeded access on gorgeous 3.78-acre parcel. $1,950,000 Miskwabi Lake. $535,000 SOLD SOLD It has the best view on the lake! Bright and spacious 2-bdrm, 2 bath Traditional 3-bdrm, 1 bath cottage. Viceroy home/ cottage. Pretty view Drag Lake Large windows, compact kitchen Long Lake withFortescue 155 feet Lake of frontage on Drag with great layout for cooking. Walk- River. Open concept kitchen and out to wrap around deck with glass dining area and vaulted pine ceilings railings. Large sunroom. Pretty lake in the living room. Large river front views. Detached single garage. Nice deck. Spacious master bedroom with NEW LISTING! level sunny lot with a gentle slope to his and her closets. Unfinished walk- the lake with lawn area and firepit. out lower level. Private riverside $529,000 setting, great for canoeing, kayaking and swimming. $449,000

Turnkey 2-bedrm, 1 bath cottage. Stunning southern views Choose to build your dream cottage on this stunning Cute and cozy 2-bedroom cottage. Surrounded by from large lakefront deck. Surrounded by mature Balsam property overlooking Long Lake or renovate the 8.97 acres of mature trees providing ample priva- trees providing ample privacy. Open concept living space. Ample natural lighting, spacious rooms, pine cabinetry. existing building which includes 2 BR and 1 full bath. cy and stunning beaver meadow views, a wildlife Finished with slate and cork flooring. Beautiful 150sqft Extensive 650’ of water frontage. Private seasonal delight. Open concept. 4pc bath with clawfoot tub. Haliburton room perfect for hosting or Vacantenjoying peace Lots and access and beautifully wooded 54+/- acres provides Southern exposure. Dock at waterfront with a quiet tranquility. Access on Drag and Spruce Lake. Cottage is ample privacy. Endless possibilities. $419,000 road traveled between. Public boat launch right next fully insulated, just needs winterized water to be your year- door. The spectacular lake views are a must to see. LINKERT ROAD PERCY LAKE roundLOUISE retreat. LANE $525,000 HALIBURTON LAKE $399,000 0.59 AC 35+ AC ROAD 12.66 AC 8.66 AC $359,000 Summerville $275,000 Road $160,000 SOLD $105,000 SOLDWilliams Landing Vacant Lots

SOLD• DRAG LAKE $469,000 7.24 AC SOLD! $339,900 1AC WANTED – RESIDENTIAL HOMES!NEW LISTING! • WEST LAKE • PADDYS BAY $259,000 45.72AC

We have a list of wonderful buyer clients looking • PINE AVE $92,500 2.11AC

for 3+ bedroom residential homes within Haliburton County. NEW• SALERNO LAKE ROAD $53,900 1.05AC AffordableIf you're retreat. thinking 2-bdrm, of 1 sellingbath cottage – Contactsituated our teamWhat istoday! fractional ownership you ask? It is owning this fully SOLD• BASSHAUNT LAKE ROAD $47,000 2.36AC on a 1.02-acre lot. Just minutes from the town of furnished 3-bdrm cottage with 9 others. This gives you 5 weeks of the year to enjoy prestigious Kashagawigamog Lake and SOLD Gooderham, public beach and boat launch. Cute and all that Williams Landing has to offer. There is an annual fee of • CATTAIL $45,000 0.86AC cozyCall living LINDA space. Full basementtoday awaits to yourlearn finish -more aboutapproximate why $3,300 which includes everything! Plus, the use ing touch. Level to sloping lot surrounded by mature of 4 docks, canoes, kayaks, tennis courts, basketball nets, the NEW• SOUTH DRIVE 29,500 2.28AC treesNOW and beautiful is views the of timepond. Being to sold sell. “as is”. 705-457-6508 stunning hiking trails throughout the 47-acre property, sand beach and much more! Your 5 weeks are throughout all 4 seasons. No SOLD• WEST COURT $29,000 2.43 AC $175,000 work to be done, no stress over maintenance. $57,888