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SPEAKERwww.northernontario.ca WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2018 $1.75 per single copy (H.S.T. included) Seeking answers Nursing home future unknown after June 2020 Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter

ENGLEHART - The Town of is seeking more information after becoming aware that the bed li- censes for the Northview Nursing Home in Englehart will expire June 30, 2020. At a meeting earlier this summer, the town became aware that the future of the nursing home will be de- pendent on the decision of the Ministry of Long-Term Care on how to proceed after that date. The redevelopment of the 48-bed facility is not an option because of economies of scale which have been outlined by the ministry, said Bert Wierenga, THE NEW COURT CONMED Health Care Group director of human re- The 2018 Harvest Queen Pageant crowned its three new regents on September 14 at the New Liskeard Fall Fair. sources and facility operations in a letter to the town Gabriella Mayhew, centre, was selected queen and was also named Most Photogenic. First princess was Angelina dated August 15. Chartrand (right), also named Miss Talent and Miss Fitness. Second princess was Emily Knight who was also Miss He said a 100-bed facility is considered a minimum Congeniality and Miss Scholastic. For more coverage of the fair, see page 1C. (Staff photo by Steven Larocque) for redevelopment, and “there is not enough demand for an additional 52 beds in the area.” After the June 2020 date has passed, “if redevelop- ment has not occurred, any extension of the licenses City okays more past this date would be determined by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care,” Wierenga wrote. He said CONMED is “open to any suggestions that the Town of Englehart has with respect to resolving contaminated this issue.” A meeting between CONMED and the town is now in the planning stage and is expected in the near material at landfi ll future, Wierenga said in a telephone call with The Speaker. Darlene Wroe a site where its environmental impact could be con- HOPEFUL Speaker Reporter tained. In his letter, Wierenga added that he is hopeful that At the city’s meeting of Tuesday, September 11, the new provincial government might present an al- - Agnico Eagle has been giv- Councillor Patricia Hewitt questioned the project and ternative solution in redeveloping the long-term care en permission by the City of Temiskaming Shores to whether there could have been any other landfi ll site beds. proceed with its project to relocate contaminated used for the material. The concern was brought forward at the Wednes- (but non-hazardous) material from another location Public works director Doug Walsh responded that day, September 12, committee of the whole meeting in the Cobalt Mining Camp. the project, which is now three-quarters complete, of Englehart council. Since that time, Mayor Nina Wal- A previous agreement with the city had allowed the was placed on hold while approval was sought from lace has been attempting to get more information mining company to move the contaminated material to share with other potential partners in fi nding a the city for the mining company to exceed the previ- away from a mine remediation site to the Haileybury solution to create a more solid future for the nursing ous amount agreed upon. landfi ll, but the amount that needs to be removed home. She has been in touch with Local Health Inte- has exceeded that agreement. He said that if council decided not to accept the gration Networks (LHINs) and the offi ce of Timiskam- The material was removed because a stream was amount, Agnico Eagle would have to fi nd another lo- ing-Cochrane MPP John Vanthof. fl owing through the area and Agnico Eagle needed cation. At the September 12 council meeting, Wallace sug- He stated that the Haileybury landfi ll site was the gested drawing in neighbouring municipal councils only one licensed to be able to take the contaminat- who would be interested in hearing of the uncertain- $24,999+HST 2014 FORD F-150 SUPERCAB ed material. ty of the nursing home’s future. Mayor Carman Kidd noted that the project includes “We’re afraid of losing the licenses,” she said. LONGBOX 4X4 the application of a two-foot thick clay cap on top of The Ministry of Long-Term Care and Health held a HEAVY PAYLOAD PKG. All popular options. XLT Trim, Certified-premium pre-owned. the contaminated material that will be brought to meeting earlier this summer to review and renew the Only 56,000 kms. the Haileybury landfi ll site. operating bed licenses for Northview, Wierenga com- Council supported acceptance of the remaining mented in the letter. He added that similar meetings New Liskeard, ON 705-647-4393 material, but Hewitt opposed the decision. are held for all long-term care facilities in . Page 2a Temiskaming speaker Wednesday, September 19, 2018 Eight candidates vying for six councillors’ seats in Englehart Darlene Wroe Allin also wants to see Carnival committee. per cent of the town’s water JASON DELEEUW Speaker Reporter improvement for the pool, and She is a recipient of the and sewer system through Incumbent councillor Jason for the usage of the Englehart Volunteer of the Year Award. government grants and town deLeeuw is running for another ENGLEHART - There are eight arena complex. Allin has worked for 17 years funds. term on Englehart council and people vying for one of six She wants to see more at the North Eastern Ontario “We will need to fi nish the says he would like to see special councillors’ seats in the Town interaction between the service Family and Children’s Services. job and continue to balance our events and other activities of Englehart. clubs and council. She works on the Continuous budget each year,” Brassard continue to grow in the town. Incumbents Pauline Brassard, She said the town needs a Improvement and Standards said. “I would like to see us Jason deLeeuw, Doug Metson, tourist information billboard Team and is the agency’s lead One of her roles on council continue growing on the Jerry Mikovitch and Twyla beside the town’s Welcome to trainer for the Child Protection is that of chair of the fi nance special events and get different Wilson are being joined in the Englehart signs. The billboard Information Network, a committee. activities and events happening race by Lorie Allin, Terrence should include an area map province-wide database. “I am pleased that we have in town,” he told The Speaker in (Terry) Barnes and Jillian which indicates the location Allin attended the Northern managed to keep taxes low an interview. Plaunt. of the Centennial Park as a College business administration while at the same time being He commented that the Councillor John Emrick is not picnic area with free WiFi. The program. able to purchase the equipment committee organizing the entering the race for this next billboard should also show TERRENCE BARNES that is necessary for our day-to- annual winter carnival has been term. the location of restaurants, Terrence (Terry) Barnes day operations. We will need to growing in the last few years. Over the past several years the washroom facilities and points says he is running for council continue to do so.” The annual Classic ball town has been actively involved of interest such as the 701 steam because he now has time to give She has served as deputy tournament is also growing, he in renewing its water and sewer locomotive, she suggested. back to his community after mayor since being elected to added. infrastructure. “I love Englehart and feel selling his business. council in 2006. She has also DeLeeuw is chair of the The town’s recreational I can contribute to the future “I’ve sold the business and I served as chair of the general special events board and said activities have also been growth of the town,” she stated. feel I have something to offer government committee, chair that one of his goals in being on growing, with a relatively new “I guarantee to have the the town in return for all the of the museum committee, council is “trying to get things arena and community complex, commitment to do the right years the people supported me representative on the area fi re happening in town, back to the and growing activity at the ball thing no matter what. I will and my business,” he said in a board, the library board, and way it was when I was in high fi elds. make decisions that benefi t the telephone interview. the Temiskaming Municipal school. We had many events On the other hand, the community as a whole.” Barnes is 63 and a member Association. planned and there was just stuff Englehart and District She said she is a hard of the Masonic Lodge in Brassard is currently involved to do in town.” Agricultural Society has worker, enthusiastic, with Englehart. in helping to raise funds to Now 41, he is a PC support declared this year’s fall fair good leadership skills, and He also has had a career in replace the elevator in the specialist with NorthernTel. as the last. The annual fl ower she believes she can be a policing with the Royal Canadian Englehart and Area Historical He has been on Englehart show has also ceased. strong voice for the people of Mounted Police (RCMP) in Museum. She said she would council since 2013 and during The Englehart and District Englehart. which he obtained experience like to see that project completed that time he has worked on ways Chamber of Commerce is also Allin, 49, is a lifelong resident in leadership, administration, in the near future. to create different uses for the taking a break this year as it of Englehart where she was and law enforcement, working “As municipal councillors, Englehart and Area Community has observed a lack of interest born and raised, and she is part in contract policing, uniform we have a special challenge Arena Complex. in taking over positions on the of fi ve generations who have police work, provincial police and a responsibility to lead He said he enjoys getting board from others who would resided in town. work and federal police work. our community forward feedback from people in the like to step down. She is a current member He was stationed at the Toronto and I believe that I have the community about what things There are many young and past president of the headquarters for a few years background, the experience they would like to see being families in town, as well as Rotary Club of Englehart and before retiring from policing, and the time required to work done at the complex. many seniors. a recipient of the Paul Harris he said. In total, he was with the with the mayor and council in “We’ve done a few upgrades LORIE ALLIN Fellow Award. She has helped RCMP for 21 years. making our town the best place in the community centre to make Lorie Allin says issues that with many Rotary projects Barnes was born and raised in to live, work and raise a family.” it more useable for conferences matter include the continuing including the annual dinner Englehart. Brassard’s community and different events,” he said. upgrade of the water and sewer and auction, Christmas baskets, PAULINE BRASSARD experience includes being a As well as his involvement lines, the upgrade of the water and has emceed the Christmas Incumbent councillor Pauline member of the Holy Trinity with the special events board, treatment plant, the purchase of concert. Brassard is running for another Parish’s Catholic Women’s he plays in the adult slo-pitch a new generator for the lagoon, Allin has been a member of term on Englehart town council. League for over 40 years. league. improvement to the roads, and the Royal Canadian Legion “Over the past four years, She also is a volunteer for the He is the president of the board recreation opportunities. Branch 104 for the past 26 years signifi cant progress has been annual Day in the Park event, of directors of the Englehart and Allin says the town needs “to and is an active member of the made in our community and I and for the Englehart Winter Area Child Care Centre. actively work with the hospital Branch 104 Ladies Auxiliary. want to continue to be part of Carnival, as well as the Santa He also is a business owner. to ensure continued service.” She helps with the monthly a council during the next four Claus Express. She has also DeLeeuw commented that he She said she is concerned for seniors’ supper at the Legion. years that keeps us not only served as a Girl Guide leader has enjoyed the last fi ve years the future of Englehart. She is a past member of the focused on present challenges and also was an assistant for the on council. “We need to attract and retain Englehart and District Chamber but also on exploring new Englehart Hillbillies 4-H Club. “I like getting and hearing retail business within the town. of Commerce, volunteers for ideas,” she stated in response to She is 65 and retired in 2004 the feedback from the residents We want to keep the citizens of the annual Christmas Unveiling questions. from a 30-plus year career as a and there’s many times that Englehart here and attract new and the Day in the Park and for “Through good planning and personal banker with the CIBC residents approach me and ask ones. We want them to work the last two years has been a management during the past in Englehart, the last two as a questions about things.” here, live here and shop here.” member of the Englehart Winter term, we have been able to pay business control offi cer. DeLeeuw has lived in off the debenture owing on our She is a graduate of Englehart Englehart since 1992, and said community arena complex.” High School and Northern that many people know him, “so She noted the town has also College secretarial sciences running into me on the street is been able to update over 60 program. Continued on 8a

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TEMISKAMING SHORES - One of the most well-known and well-loved artists in North- ern Ontario is now being fea- tured at the Temiskaming Art Gallery in Haileybury. Lionel Venne: A Retrospective is an exhibition of 47 of Venne’s artworks. A number of other un- framed pieces are also present. TRUCK RESCUE A catalogue titled Lionel On Sunday, September 8, a tractor-trailer ended up in Angus Lake on Highway 11 south of Temagami when a driver lost control Venne Retrospective, produced of the vehicle. An extraction effort took place on Thursday, September 13, whereby the truck cab and trailer containing by the Temiskaming Art Gallery Post mail was removed from the lake by two heavy-duty cranes. Divers were also on the scene helping with the removal. High- (TAG), is also available for sale, way 11 was closed in both directions to traffi c beginning at 8 a.m. and opened up at approximately 6 p.m. that night. Hydro One and each book contains a small workers were on the scene to replace a hydro pole which resulted in a power interruption also. (Staff photo by Sue Nielsen) original Lionel Venne painting inside the front cover. out at the reception, as well as paintings, and the challenge of The exhibition contains the ongoing interest of collec- breaking through and proving works ranging in media includ- tors. himself as a serious artist. ing many forms of paint, pencil “This is what keeps me go- La Porte outlined the evolu- and crayon, as well as tapestries ing,” he said. tion of his artworks from the in- and sculptures. “I fi rmly believe that art fl uence of the Group of Seven, Venne, who lives in Elk Lake, brings us all together.” and his earliest painting which is still actively producing art- La Porte said the exhibition he produced when he was 14. works, sometimes as many as features 67 years of Venne’s art His art evolved to the pres- two a day. career. ent-day pieces which are more “This is certainly not the end Venne is one of the leading abstract. Venne’s works have but just a stop on the road,” said artists in the North and a new signature markings to show his TAG curator Melissa La Porte objective being considered is spiritual questions relating to to a gathering of over 60 people the production of a coffee table the landscape. Works will fea- on Sunday, September 16. book featuring his work. ture an X in places, suggesting a Venne thanked the gathering, The retrospective runs until question, or windows in the sky, as well as his many collectors November 2. horseshoe shapes and circles, all who loaned pieces for inclusion GROWTH OF AN ARTIST used to explore and urge view- in the exhibition. Venne spoke of his early years ers to also more deeply consider Lionel Venne of Elk Lake is the subject of a retrospective of his He was moved by the support of painting, the local populari- the world in which we live. art career, now on display at the Temiskaming Art Gallery. (Staff shown to him by the large turn- ty of his early Northern Lights Continued on 6a photo by Darlene Wroe)

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Butts in the jewel EDITORIAL There’s a great space of one might have seen a few years natural beauty right here in ago, and the eyesores along the the neighbourhood that many Steven way are encouragingly few and people enjoy, but how some of far between. And the city has to The outcome refl ects on you them enjoy it is questionable. Larocque be commended for its upkeep of The municipal election will concepts about municipal Pete’s Dam Park just off the park and the new footbridge governance. There are be taking place October 22. Highway 65 West in the former that is rock solid – though the occasional dog let loose by its The most important part of costs to undertakings, such Dymond Township is one of the sway and lurch of the old one owners to bound along freely. this process is not actually the as insurance. There are more photogenic places in the is missed. So you have this natural candidates. In fact, the most also potential costs, such area. Over the decades, untold As always, it’s up to users beauty that entices area residents important part is the voter. as lawsuits. A wise council numbers of wedding shots have to do their part to maintain This is the opportunity for steers between these been taken there by the fl owing to take a healthy hike. Some the system for their continued people to really consider the considerations, ensuring that waters. will pause and refl ect, others enjoyment and that of their candidates themselves, and opportunities are approved There are trails on either side will appreciate its challenge as neighbours. whether they have met their if there is more benefi t than of the river joined by a bridge simply exercise. •••• goals of the past four-year cost for the ratepayers of at the bottom. Along the way But what entices a person That “stewards of nature” term, or whether they as the community, and if the you’ll see a small, picturesque to go there with a plastic cup, attitude has to be handed down individuals represent values benefi t will be realized for the waterfall and fl at rocks in places a pop can, or a coffee cup and to youngsters by example. You and interests which you also community. where you can walk out almost then think it’s ok to drop said can’t just say “do this” or “don’t hold as important. This is no time to be into the midst of the waters. garbage on the trail? do that,” but you should lead by While it is true that councils supporting good friends, The trail on the east side is What kind of arrogance, what example. of small municipalities have uncles, sisters and rabble- wide and only occasionally kind of laziness, leads a person Doing things safely or wisely little power to create signifi cant rousers just for the sake of it. rough, particularly at the foot of to do such an insulting thing to is another area in which to set change in their communities, This is the time for a serious the falls where tree roots line a their fellow walkers and to that an example. they can together guide their decision. brief passage, but it’s certainly great anthropomorphized entity While writing this missive, small community through Your council for the next nothing treacherous. Just keep known as Mother Nature? glancing out the window to rough waters when needed, four years will be charged your eyes down. More curious still are look for the next thought, two and seize small opportunities with making the best decision The west side is a bit rougher, the cigarette butts you’ll adult women and a child were when they present for you, for your relatives, more winding and narrower occasionally see. Smoking is observed ducking under a themselves. your neighbourhood and your but, frankly, more fun to walk. anathema to healthy living, and transport trailer at the next door What a council can do town. Again, watch where you’re yet smokers presumably go retailer rather than skirt around is wreak havoc for a little And all together, this council stepping. there for some exercise and fresh the vehicle. community if there are one or will be part of about two dozen There’s often a car or three air. What kind of disconnect is They bent over and scuttled more people who are strong others in this part of the North parked at Pete’s Dam, sometimes occurring in those brains? under the trailer as the truck enough to rock the boat while who will be working together folks having a lunch at the picnic Yours truly isn’t the healthiest was idling while its cargo was not acting like a team player. to create a better, healthier tables, and yet you can walk the of individuals and is loathe unloaded. A weak candidate with a region going through very trails and often never encounter to criticize another’s lifestyle That wasn’t the fi rst time to strong voice can also create challenging times. anyone along the way. The most choices, but – as Barack Obama spot such an occurrence. a similar effect. So think carefully. you might see will be a rabbit or would say – c’mon man! Not to get all Elmer the Safety It is important for the voter This decision is really all bird, there’s a beaver there now It must be said that the trails Elephant on folks but – c’mon to understand some basic about you. doing what beavers do, and an are actually cleaner now than man!

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Dearthank editor, you My wife Marjorie (Doan), formerly of Cobalt and I, formerly of Latchford, wish to publicly thank the organizers of the 2018 Cobalt history High School (CHS) Reunion, and The Speaker for helping to get Dear editor, out the word. The Board of Directors and staff of the Cobalt Mining Museum We are so pleased that we attended this wonderful event, and we would like to thank the many volunteers, supporters and commun- encourage readers to attend their high school reunions whenever ity members who helped make the fifth annual Great Cobalt Silver they can. Nugget Race a great success. Lucky Lise Audette went home with As we learned, again, high school reunions are one-of-a-kind op- portunities to exchange hugs and handshakes and memories with an envelope with over one thousand dollars for having the winning some of the most important contributors to the values and attitudes silver golf ball! which shape the remainder of our lives. We would like to thank the Cobalt Lion’s Club and Perry Wuest For us, the 2018 reunion was extra special because it was amaz- for the use of the tent, volunteers Haillie Greyson, Bohdan Wowk, ing to again experience the CHS spirit as soon as we entered the Jamie Morin-Kennedy and Lawrence Audette as well as Matthew community centre where, some 60 years ago, we participated in Johnson for stepping up to be our entertaining MC for the race. numerous activities including commencements, graduations, Also, much thanks to Jowi Taylor for filming the event – watch for plays, dances, and sports. footage soon on our Facebook page! Again, many, many thanks to the organizers, and we are looking The Cobalt Mining Museum, like all museums in the area, de- forward to the next reunion, the sooner the better. pend on the support of our communities. Museums tell our collect- Dr. Barry Wellar, C.M., ive story and keep those stories alive for future generations. So to Nepean our great Cobalt community, thanks for doing your part in keeping our stories safe for our children and grandchildren. Cobalt, you’re the best ’ol town we know. Brit Griffin What do you Chairperson, Cobalt Mining Museum expect? CAR CARE Dear editor I, as I am sure many others do also, find the antics of the Doug DIRECTORY Ford PC government outrageous over his power-hungry misman- agement of taxpayers’ money. Our body shop can quickly give your insurance An Ontario Superior Court judge overruled his bill to cut Toron- FAST, adjuster an accurate estimate of the cost to repair to’s council, just days before a municipal election. your vehicle. And once we get approval, we’ll proceed as fast as possible to make your car like new Then he uses the “not withstanding” clause to overrule the again...using genuine GM parts. judge’s decision! First we get rid of a Liberal government that put Ontario in debt FIRM for years to come. ESTIMATES Then we get a PC government that is dictating how municipal The Collision Centre councils operate! 238 Armstrong Centre, P.O. Box 100, New Liskeard ON P0J 1P0 ...IN THIS Hmmmm, is this what we are to expect for the next four year? Telephone: 1-705-647-2031 • Fax 1-705-647-9817 WEEK’S Wayne Gray, Email: [email protected] New Liskeard WEEKENDER Page 6a Temiskaming speaker Wednesday, September 19, 2018

Agnico Eagle has donated $50,000 to the Temiskaming Hospital Foundation Care Close to Home Campaign. Pictured at the presentation Wednesday, September 12, are (from left) Susan Cavanagh, Foundation Campaign committee member Dr. Andy Hurtubise, Temiskaming Hospital chief nursing executive Erin Montgomery, Louise Grondin, Temiskaming Hospital president and chief executive offi cer Mike Baker, Foundation committee member Pat Willard-Inglis, Bill Montgomery, Temiskaming Hospital board representative to the Foundation Deborah Murray, Agnico Eagle director of community and Indigenous relations Jean Francois Doyon, and Foundation committee member Dr. Jim Brookfi eld. (Staff photo by Darlene Wroe) Agnico Eagle donates to Care Close to Home Darlene Wroe $50,000 to the Temiskaming Wednesday, September 12, Ag- achieving their fundraising goal created value for our sharehold- Speaker Reporter Hospital Foundation Care Close nico Eagle senior vice-president of $6.5 million.” ers, while striving to improve Louise Grondin said the dona- Also present with Grondin the conditions for our employees TEMISKAMING SHORES - to Home Campaign. tion was in recognition of the was retired long-time Agnico and making a signifi cant contri- Agnico Eagle has contributed At a presentation made mining company’s many former Eagle employee Bill Montgom- bution to our communities.” employees and their families ery. Agnico Eagle has been asso- “who benefi t from the many The donation was made in ciated with the Cobalt area since services provided here at the continuation of Agnico Eagle’s the early 1950s. Temiskaming Hospital.” “strong culture of responsible Temiskaming Hospital has Spencer She thanked and congratulated behaviour, with a long-term goal been building on the support Care Close to Home Campaign of distinguishing ourselves as from the community and has committee chair Sue Cavana- responsible miners,” she stated. recently invested $1.8 million gh and her team of volunteers “Throughout our 61 years of in two new x-ray suites, one of “for their tireless efforts towards business, we have consistently Jewellers which has fl uoroscopy capabili- ty, a large gathering was told fol- lowing the presentation. A new CT scanner was also installed last year. There have been noticeable is Closing improvements in the quality of imaging, the gathering was told. Venne retrospective at YARD Temiskaming Art Gallery Continued from 3a La Porte said Venne’s work “is rooted in the human spirit.” SALE Simultaneously, Venne has Desks, Cabinets, Shelving, another showing of his early works from 1970s and 1980s Tools, Showcases, & more now on display at the Mezza- nine Gallery at the Cobalt Clas- SPENCER JEWELLERS WILL BE sic Theatre. This exhibition can be viewed on Thursday and CLOSING SEPTEMBER 29TH Friday afternoons until the end of September, or during perfor- Pick up your repairs and layaways NOW! mances at the Cobalt Classic Theatre. Wednesday, September 19, 2018 Temiskaming speaker Page 7a

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1 Page 8a Temiskaming speaker Wednesday, September 19, 2018 Eight candidates vying for six councillors’ seats in Englehart Continued from 2a have a frozen water line which Metson, 67, is currently have some of the older people’s “For this to be a reality, not an issue.” He said he likes he attributed to the new lines training someone to replace ears. I’m kind of in between the we must have services and to bring concerns of residents installed throughout much of him at the Timiskaming young and the old.” supports in our community,” she forward to council because “it the town. That has saved money Health Unit where he works He noted that the town’s fall continued. may have been something we’ve because it is expensive to dig as a septic inspector and land fair has failed. She said that as a mother of passed by or reviewed quickly out and replace broken lines in control offi cer. Over the past “I don’t want to see stuff young children, she wants to in a council meeting.” the winter, he said. 30 years his work has provided disappear. We have to keep it make certain there are activities DeLeeuw said Englehart has The goal of getting the lines him experience in planning, going until those young people and facilities that meet the needs a good relationship with the completely replaced is important subdivisions and severances, get involved and their priorities of the community’s families. surrounding municipalities of to Metson, he said, “but it’s he noted. He will be retiring change and realize they can get “I want to ensure that we look Chamberlain Township, the going to take a while because from his job at the Timiskaming involved with stuff,” he said of for solutions to problems that Municipality of Charlton and it’s very, very expensive.” Health Unit at the end of 2018. existing events. our town encounters and look Dack, and Township. To date, the town has usually He is also a landlord with Mikovitch related that he at Englehart through an asset- “We can really work together received around 80 per cent multiple units. started the slo-pitch league based lens so we can continue to to do things, and to get things government funding to assist JERRY MIKOVITCH which has grown from four grow and develop. Englehart has done.... You don’t see a lot of with the infrastructure upgrades, Incumbent councillor Jerry teams to ten with about 160 a lot to offer. We need to sustain that in many other areas.... We’re but also got 90 per cent funding Mikovitch is running for players. what we have and continue to trying to get everybody working for one of the projects, he noted. another term on council. He also got kids involved with move forward.” together because we are one He also is proud of his role He is a lifelong resident of the the Youth Slo-Pitch League in Plaunt, 34, stated that if area. We all touch boundaries.” in having a new arena in town, area. New Liskeard. elected, she “will work hard to DOUG METSON which he said is one of the “I love this town and decided Mikovitch also did the Yuk- represent all of the people to Incumbent councillor Doug newest in Northern Ontario. to come back home after I Yuks for the Special Events ensure that our community of Metson is running for another Metson is also co-chair of the fi nished college,” he said. “It is Committee, he added. Englehart continues to grow, term on council. Earlton-Timiskaming Regional a great place to raise a family He worked on the prosper and be a wonderful place to live.” He said that he would like to Airport Authority. and I hope that my children establishment of the Centennial Her community involvement see the town’s water and sewer “That’s so very important have the opportunity to come Park, and at the Englehart includes the Englehart lines completely fi nished. to our area,” he commented, back here as well.” Curling Club he was the chair Winter Carnival committee, Metson has been on council adding that this past summer, Mikovitch was fi rst elected to of the 2008 provincial held at the Englehart and District for 12 years and during that time fi refi ghters responding to the council in 2006 and in September the arena. That committee was Hospital Dinner and Auction the town has upgraded 65 to 70 Lady Evelyn-Smoothwater 2017, when a position opened at chosen as Citizen of the Year. fundraising committee, the per cent of its water and sewer Park area fi re (fi re 72) said they the council table he applied and The committee also hosted Englehart Recreation and lines, he noted. didn’t know what they would was selected to join the council the 2009 mixed provincials. Special Events committee, One He added that this past winter have done had it not been for the again. Mikovitch also has Foot Forward, the Timiskaming the town was the only one of the presence of the airport where volunteered in baseball and He said he has enjoyed District Secondary School area municipalities that did not they were able to set up a base. working with the council. hockey as his children grew Youth Basketball League, the “Our taxes have remained into those activities. Temiskaming Track Club and Proud parents Phoebe Bourassa stable, while our town services Mikovitch, 44, is a rail the Life Saving Society. & Steven Edwards are pleased and parks have remained traffi c controller at the Ontario Born and raised in Englehart, to announce the safe arrival of topnotch.” Northland Railway. she left the area for eight years He said he is running to sit on JILLIAN PLAUNT to pursue her post-secondary council again because he thinks Jillian Plaunt, a teacher and school education. the town needs a succession Learning and Innovation coach While living in Southern plan. for District School Board Ontario afforded her different “There are a lot of new faces Ontario North East, is running opportunities, she said she born September 1st , 2018 in town and a good number of for a seat at the Englehart always knew she would return to young people that have recently council table. Length: 17.5 inches | Weight: 5.5 lbs the North. She and her husband decided to also stay in the area. “I want Englehart to continue chose to settle in Englehart over “I feel that I can help pass to be a place where people other communities. the torch on to the younger choose to live, to move to, to “We believe it is an amazing generation. raise their families, to have fun, place to live,” she said. “There are a lot of young and to call it their home,” she TWYLA WILSON people in town and I kind of said of her reason for running “Englehart’s a great town, and SUDOKU have their ear a little bit, and still for council. we are busy,” said incumbent councillor Twyla Wilson who is running for another term on Music - Folk/Roots Englehart council. “A lot of people think there’s nothing to do in Englehart, but presents... when you look around, a lot of times there’s two or three things going on over the weekend.” Wilson has been on council Continued on 10a

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Jazz booking Sudoku LAST WEEK’S Solution CROSSWORD puzzle on 8A ANSWERS… Page 10a Temiskaming speaker Wednesday, September 19, 2018 Eight candidates vying for six obituaries councillors’ seats in Englehart Gordon Ernest Carter Continued from 8a include: Meals on Wheels; the Wheelchair Bus committee, for three terms (11 years) and It is with profound sadness and the committee which she says she has “been involved that the family announces the raised funds for a new bus; in almost everything that takes passing of Gordon Ernest Carter the Englehart and District place in the town that pertains on Sunday, September 16, 2018, to me. I was involved with Horticultural Society as a past at the Temiskaming Hospital at the centennial celebrations, president, past director and a the age of 97. Senior of the Year, Music in current member; the Englehart Born in Toronto on July 23, the Park.... I started that in our and District Agricultural 1921, to Albert Carter and Centennial Park and it went on Society as the former treasurer, Emma Blackmore, Gordon was for three years.” She continued, a former district director, a the eighth child of 11 and was “Whatever happens, basically former director and she is a the last remaining member of I’m involved with. I help plan it, current member; she is an his family. and I attend it, and I work at it. Englehart Public Library board Gord was predeceased by his parents Albert and Emma, and his “I like Englehart very much. I The Clinical Picture of Hypothyroidism Part II Delma Loach member and she was on the beloved wife Patricia Freeman (2001). like the people in it. I like helpingThyroid hormone library underwrites board when transcription the new and assembly of glycoaminoglycans. These “water magnets” are building blocks for collagen. Without He intracellular is survived glycoaminoglycans, by cells can’t his two sons, Richard and his wife Joyce of them. I like to be involved.” library was built; she is a Cancer In loving memory of Mrs. retain water. Clinically, this manifests as dry, Toronto wrinkled skin, and lusterless Grieg and hair, brittle nails and the his wife Linda of Haileybury, his grand- Delma Loach (nee Hearn) who She added, “I have painful faith joints Society of osteoarthritis. volunteer Inability and to has hold water inside cells also results in fluid leakage in our town and our staffinto is extracellular space. This presents as a rounded face, sub-­‐orbital children edema, and leg step-grandchildren, edema, and a Heather and her husband Mike passed away September 13, swollen/scalloped been involved tongue. with the Terry Ansell, Laura Carter, Shannon and Matthew Elliott. He is also 2018, at the Kirkland and Dis- wonderful.... Our town is pretty Fox Run, campaigning, and special, and the people in it.”Thyroid hormone assists insulin in moving glucose survived from by the his blood great-grandchildren cells. When thyroid levels are Emmy and Hadley Ansell and trict Hospital at the age of 75. low, more involved insulin is with needed the Community to maintain normal glucose. More insulin means more fat cells Wilson said she enjoyshyperplasia, which shows up as increased fat Spencer deposition, Myers especially and around hips, thighs and his companion of many years Betty Fielder. Beloved wife of Mr. Glenn Cancer Care room which was working with the council,abdomen (truncal obesity), all of which point to Gordon suboptimal thyroid levels. loved to travel, he saw the world. This passion started Loach. located in Englehart; she helped and the committees she Thyroid sits hormone is responsible for the strength when of he cardiac was contractions, just which, in turn, a boy, leaving Toronto on his summer vacations Loving mother of Curtis determines with how the much planning blood and makes planting it down to the extremities. Low contractility manifests as a on, including emergency to join the travelling circus, playing his accordion. Then when (Dawn), Cindy Loach, Janet palpably of reduced the Centennial temperature in Park; the Music feet and hands. The concomitant low oxygen state in the management. toes facilitates fungal overgrowth in nails and between toes. World War II struck, he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force as Loach, Colin; dear grandmother in the Park; Senior of the Year; “We were very involved whenThe conversion of beta carotene into vitamin a wireless A is dependent operator on thyroid hormone. In a low and fl ew with Bomber Command out of Malta of Tim Loach (Leah), Nicole the fi re was in Kirklandthyroid Lake. state, the Chamber conversion stagnates of Commerce and beta carotene and North builds Africa. up, causing a yellow tint in palmar, Loach (Tim), Shelby Loach, and plantar Unveiling surfaces. of The Christmas; lack of many immune-­‐boosting vitamin A may lead to chronic respiratory, We were prepared for themnasal, pharyngeal and ear infections. After the war, Gordon met his bride to be, Patricia, and they were Jennifer Breault (Tim Morgan), other events for the town; and wed June 29, 1946. Nadine Evans (Nathan Evans), and it sure was an eye-openingMyxedema, the turgid accumulation of glycoaminoglycans, fat and extracellular water in the event. But we can handlelegs it. and fundraising arms, is for pathognomonic projects of in thyroid the disease. After The leaving sign is only present in hypo or the Air force for a while, Gord decided to return David Breault (Amy), Ashley hyperthyroidism. town If including you see the it, new there’s medical a thyroid issue, plain and simple. (Jason Gauvreau),Tyler Loach Everything’s in place for it if it and was stationed in many various cities and towns in Canada and ever happens.” The physical centre, examination the new is worth hospital the and proverbial the thousand words. I United have States. learned Their to recognize fi rst son Richard was born 1947 in Toronto (Jade), Tonya (Sergio), Court- the signs and symptoms reflecting hypothyroidism. You will see them in most patients because ney Loach, Benjamin Loach, Wilson, 72, has been involvedmost chronicashelly was ill also people on have the some Centennial level of and thyroid then compromise. The take home eight lesson years is to later, their second son Grieg was born in Cha- in a number of volunteerrely most committee. heavily on what you and your head tham, to New toe physical exam tells me. Brunswick, in 1955. Cody Loach (Brooke), Tan- ner Loach; also leaves behind services, organizations, projectsIf you She would is like retired to from book a a career physical examination please in contact His New travels Life waned Integrative Health for a while as his family was growing up but Center @ 705-­‐647-­‐6070 her great-grandchildren Isabel, and events in the town. These child care. they still managed to take a trip at least once a year. After leaving Alexi, Dakota, Brantley, Kend- the air force, Gord took a position with the Queens Printers Book all, Teagan, Josée, Owen, Ma- Shop as manager and again resided back in Toronto. The Clinical Picture of Hypothyroidism Part II son, Logan and Bryson. He was lucky enough to be able to retire at the age of 55 and he Lifestyle Medicine She is also survived by her Thyroid hormone underwrites transcription and assembly of glycoaminoglycans. These “water and Pat moved up to their small hobby farm in Eldorado, Ontario, brothers and sisters Marie magnets” are building blocks for collagen. with Without intracellular glycoaminoglycans, cells can’t and that’s when his travels took off. Both he and Pat travelled the Aitchison, Joe Hearn (Betty), retain water. Clinically, this manifests as dry, wrinkled skin, lusterless hair, brittle nails and the world, from Australia to England, and parts in between. He even painful joints of osteoarthritis. Inability to hold water inside cells also results in fluid leakage Wilfred Hearn (Margaret-Rose), into extracellular space. This presents as a rounded face, Dr.Michel sub-­‐orbital edema, leg edema, and a went back to Africa twice to see the family he was billeted with Marjorie Beach, Thelma Orton swollen/scalloped tongue. during the war. (Jerry) and Eva (Alex McLean) Gordon was a proud and gentle man, a great father and husband. and by many in-laws, nieces Thyroid hormone assists insulin in moving glucose from the blood cells. When thyroid levels are He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. low, more insulin is needed to maintain normal glucose. More insulin means more fat cells and nephews. hyperplasia, which shows up as increased fat deposition, especially around hips, thighs and The family invites you to a celebration of Gordon’s life at the She was predeceased by her abdomen (truncal obesity), all of which point to suboptimal thyroid levels. Perrin Funeral Chapel 128 Whitewood Ave. New Liskeard on Fri- parents William and Rose (nee FACT: LOW ENERGY May cause obesity,day, September 21, from 7 until 9 p.m. Baker) Hearn, by her grandson Thyroid hormone is responsible for the strength of cardiac contractions, which, in turn, If desired, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation will be Robbie Loach, her brothers and determines how much blood FACT: makes it LOW down ENERGY to the extremities. Low contractility May manifests cause as a obesity, palpably reduced temperature diabetes, in the feet heart and hands. The concomitant disease, low oxygen state and in the brain fog.gratefully appreciated. sisters Francis Hearn, Johnny toes facilitates fungal overgrowth diabetes, in nails heart and between toes. disease, and brain fog. It is with heartfelt thanks that we wish to acknowledge the nurs- Hearn, Shirley Jibb, Margaret ing staff at the Temiskaming Hospital, for the excellent care and Veley and Jimmy Hearn, Louis The conversion of beta carotene into vitamin A is dependent on thyroid hormone. In a low concern they showed our father during his fi nal days. You ladies Hearn and by her infant sister thyroid state, conversion stagnates and beta carotene builds up, causing a yellow tint in palmar, Mary Hearn. and plantar surfaces. The lack of immune-­‐boosting vitamin A may lead to chronic respiratory, truly are angels. nasal, pharyngeal and ear infections. 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obituaries In loving memory of Mr. George Dodds Michel Archambault who passed away on Saturday, September 15, 2018, at the age In loving memory of George Dodds, of 56. who passed away September 11, 2018, Beloved father of Haylee and at the Temiskaming Lodge at the age Reid. He is also survived by his of 83. mother Clémence, his brother He was the beloved husband of and sisters Pauline (Jean-Paul), Dorothy (McCarty) Dodds for André (Cindy), Louise Gauthier 63 years. Proud father of Ricky (Denis) and Carole Neill (predeceased), Dana (Lorraine (Calven), best friend of Heather Rivard), Rosalind and Melinda Dodds. Loving grandfather to Rourke and her children Julie and Laura. Adam (Seungmi Jin) and Nathan He was predeceased by his father Claude Archambault. Dodds. The past four years his A celebration of life will be held on Friday, September 21, 2018, sunshine and joy came from his great- at 2 p.m. from the Perrin Funeral Chapel. Father Wayne Mills granddaughters, Anna, Leah and Emma Inez Jonason offi ciating. Dodds. If desired, donations to Bass’n For Kids would be appreciated. Condolences and donations may be left at www. George was predeceased by his parents Kathleen (Honsberger) In loving memory of Mrs. and Norman Dodds, brother Lee Dodds and sister Joan Hooper, perrinfuneralchapel.com. mother-in-law and father-in-law George and Emma McCarty. Inez Jonason (nee Conroy) who He is survived by his sisters Carmel Campbell (Gordon passed away at the Temiskam- predeceased) and Susan Dodds and brother Richard (Ann) ing Hospital on Tuesday, Sep- Dodds. Sisters-in-law Janet Léveillé (Leon predeceased), Peggy tember 11, 2018, at the age of Beauchamp (Roger predeceased) and many much-loved nieces and 81. nephews. Beloved wife of the late Leon- The last decade of his life he experienced many changes and ard Jonason. challenges, but he maintained his quick wit, teasing and of course his “never ending groaners.” George retired after 36 years with Dear mother of Sandra (Ter- the Ministry of Transportation and Communications as project ry McLellan) and Susan (Andy supervisor. He then worked part time for D.F. Elliott Engineering. Major). Loving sister of Joyce FinalWe’re HERE Tribute when Dorothy and George spent the winters in Florida and Arizona. Manners and Gwen Fredericks He enjoyed touring the USA and Canada in his 5th Wheel. He was (Bill), she also leaves behind always planning the next trip. her sister-in-law Sheila Conroy George was a kind, honest and very generous man. He was family YOU need us! fi rst and then his community involvement, always volunteering (Guy). To place your and working for the betterment of others. Mrs. Jonason was prede- Card of Thanks, In Memoriam George enjoyed drumming and was a member of Branch 33 ceased by her parents Howard or Obituary for your loved one contact: Legion Pipes and Drums for over 20 years. He played hockey, and Francis (nee Pentelow) coached and refereed. He was a founding member of the New Conroy, by her son Danny Jo- The Temiskaming Speaker Liskeard Minor Hockey Association and director of the New nason and her siblings Laura 18 Wellington St., South Liskeard Cubs. The Canadian Amateur Hockey Association presented him with a “Lifetime of Outstanding Service Award.” Anderson, Francis Woods and New Liskeard, ON P0J 1P0 George was a member of the New Liskeard Lions Club and was Doug Conroy. Telephone: 705-647-6791 involved in Boys and Girls Committees, Midget Hockey Team, Cremation has taken place. As Fax: 705-647-9669 fundraising and Meals on Wheels. per her wishes there will be no The New Liskeard Golf Club’s beginning found him and many services. men with shovels in hand and projects underway. George was If desired, donations to the rewarded in 2002 when he shot his hole-in-one. He also worked the scoreboard for tournaments. charity of your choice would be The Bikers Reunion was important to George. He worked in appreciated. advance and during the event until he suffered a stroke, following (705) 672-3152 which they appointed him the supervisor and gave him the white hat. In keeping with his wishes there will be a private graveside in Offering Bilingual Service service. 128 Whitewood Ave. Box 734, If desired donations can be made to Northern Ontario Families of Memoriam New Liskeard, Ontario P0J 1P0 children with cancer (nofcc.ca) or a charity of your choice. Tel: 705-647-5020 Special people are always remembered. They live on in our www.perrinfuneralchapel.com hearts forever. Memory E-mail: n of [email protected] I

In Loving Memory of C.J. Fraser Feb. 4, 2007 - Sep. 19, 2012

LARRY CRICK The moment that you died who passed away on September 5th, My heart was torn in two 2018, at the Brantford General Hospital One side filled with heartache in his 66th year. Survived by his wife The other died with you Suzanne, Larry also leaves behind three I often lie awake at night sons, James, Damien, Joshua, three When the world is fast asleep grandchildren, Katrina, Duncan & I take a walk down memory lane Travis. Predeceased by his parents, Ken With tears upon my cheeks and Alice Crick. Survived by his two Remembering you is easy brothers Ron and Cecil and by three I do it every day sisters, Lorraine, Diane and Elizabeth. But missing you is heartache Larry will be greatly missed by family That never goes away and friends. Larry will be laid to rest on I hold you tightly within my heart And there you will remain October 6, 2018 at the Until the joyous day arrives Harley Township Cemetary at 11:00 a.m. That we will meet again Celebration of Life will follow with a lunch and refreshments at the Harley Alway Ludree xoxoxo Community Centre from 12:00 to 3:00. Grams is missing you Everyone welcome. Page 12a Temiskaming Speaker Wednesday, September 19, 2018

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