Every Penny Counts Campaign Goes Global by Nancy Melcher Have Run Their Own Campaigns

Volume 9 No. 49 YOUR UNIVERSE Thursday, December 12th 2013

YULETIDE SILLINESS! - Barry Fraser gets his pigtails tugged by one of the girls from the upcoming Ryleepsuss production of Annie. The girls, along with Leah Daniels, upper left, and Rob Wakelin, will be featrured in Ryleepuss Productions The 3rd Christmas Show this Friday night at the Music Hall. Neil Crone will host the event, of which all proceeds will go to WindReach Farm. Photo by Mike Slade. Every Penny Counts campaign goes global by Nancy Melcher have run their own campaigns. at the three area ReStores. In addi- Uxbridge's boundaries. friends are happy to help counting Uxbridge Public School collected tion, many local businesses and “In one week I was on the front coins, and any way they can help. People brought their pennies to the pennies and other coins for a week, organizations have collection cans page of the newspaper, on the TV His mother, Gloria, says this experi- Uxbridge Santa Claus Parade in using their slogan “Kids Can Make beside cash registers or on counters, news three times on CBC and ence has been good for the family. bags, jars and tubs, to donate them A Change”, raising a whopping encouraging customers to drop-in Global, and I was on CBC Radio “It has brought us all together, to to Habitat for Humanity. Perhaps total of 47,687 pennies for Josh's their change for this worthy cause. news once.” work on something we're all excited they read about Josh Morrison's campaign. Quaker Village will fin- Donations may also be made online People from as far afield as about.” Ten-Million Pennies Campaign in ish their penny drive on Friday, at Habitat Durham's website: Peterborough, Welland and Lindsay Habitat Durham has opened an The Cosmos. Perhaps they saw him under the banner “Change For www.habitatdurham.com. have seen Josh and know his story. account at the local TD Bank in the on Global TV News. Perhaps it was Change”, but estimates put their Josh decided to support Habitat's Josh's philosophy is simple. “Every Vince's plaza to make giving easy. the CBC Radio or suppertime TV final number at over 60,000 pen- penny drive after seeing a display at little idea can turn into something Cosmos readers can drop off dona- news program that prompted them nies. Perhaps St. Joseph's and the Uxbridge ReStore. big. If you have a good idea, then go tions there, using the coin sorting to donate to this worthy cause. One Uxbridge Secondary Schools, as “They had an old toilet about half- for it: don't listen to people who tell machine if needed, and the proceeds thing is sure: Josh's wheelbarrow well as those in neighbouring com- full of pennies. I'd collected some you it's too big a task. If you shrug will be credited to the Ten-Million was very heavy by the end of the munities, will also run campaigns - pennies before, so decided to give it off, it won't go anywhere.” Wise Pennies Account. At press time, the route! the challenge has been issued to those to Habitat, and to try to raise words from a boy who's just 12 total for the Ten-Million Pennies Inspired by the success of the match or beat the success of these the ten-million pennies they needed years old. Campaign stands close to 500,000 Penny Drive at Joseph Gould Public schools. to build one home.” The third of four children, Josh pennies. There's still a long way to School (“Every Penny Counts”), Habitat Durham is also collecting Local media support has helped says his siblings are mostly OK with go, but, as Josh says, “every penny other Uxbridge elementary schools pennies (and other coins and bills) Josh's story expand beyond all the attention he's getting. His counts”! Inside This Week’s Cosmos Check us out! New book aimed to start new traditions . . . 7 online at Budget says no to tourism in Uxbridge . . . 11 www.thecosmos.ca Calling anyone involved in Foster history . . . 11 We’ve got pictures of the Gymnasts flip over first provincial qualifier . . . 13 Festival of Lights and “We Three Spies” Amalgamation for hockey looking good . . . 16 Photos by John Cavers The Uxbridge Cosmos 2 Thursday, December 12th 2013

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Council & Committee NOTICE Winter Ice WINTER GARBAGE Uxbridge Arena Hours FROM THE Conditions AND BLUE BOX Dec. 23, 2013 - Meeting Schedule UXBRIDGE FIRE Elgin Pond COLLECTION TIPS Jan. 5, 2014 for December/January DEPARTMENT The Township of Uxbridge will 1. Do not place your Blue Boxes, Dec. 25, Closed Tuesday, Dec. 17th Commencing December 1, be testing the ice conditions at Green Bins or Garbage on snow Dec. 26, Closed BUDGET MEETING 2013, residents may Elgin Pond throughout the banks or on the road. purchase their Jan. 1, Closed 1:00 p.m. winter: 2014 Burning Permits. No Flags - We have not 2. Put your waste containers out Additional Christmas started to test at the end of your driveway so Skating Hours Thursday, Dec. 19th Fees are: they do not interfere with snow BUDGET MEETING $25 for a Regular Permit Red Flags - Ice is not safe to clearing equipment. Dec. 23, 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. Public 1:00 p.m. $75 for an Oversize Permit be on Skate N/C for a Recreational Yellow Flags - Skate with Snow Safety Dec. 23, 2:15 - 3:15 p.m. Permit Tim Horton's Skate - Free Monday, Jan. 6th caution Parents - remind your children Dec. 24, 2:15 - 4:15 p.m. Skate Please keep away from water COMMITTEE 9:30 a.m. that it is dangerous to play or with Santa - Free ALL NEW OVERSIZE inlets and outlets as ice thick- build forts in snow banks adja- Dec. 30, 12 - 1 p.m. SITES MUST BE ness is compromised. Tuesday, Jan. 7th cent to the roads. The snow plow Public Skate INSPECTED BY THE FIRE Note: Flags are located at the operators may not see them. Dec. 31, 5:15 - 7:15 p.m. Mayor's BUDGET MEETING DEPARTMENT PRIOR TO north end of Elgin Pond. Children should never use Family Skate - Free 1:00 p.m. ISSUANCE OF AN OVERSIZE PERMIT. streets and roads for sledding or Jan. 2, 12:45 - 2:15 p.m. and Stormwater sled down hills that enter onto a 3:15 - 4:45 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9th Permits may be obtained at Management Facilities roadway or parking lot. Public skating BUDGET MEETING Jan. 3, 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. Tim the Municipal Office or the SAFETY AROUND SNOW 1:00 p.m. Please keep off of all Horton's Skate - Free Fire Station at 17 Bascom REMOVAL EQUIPMENT Street during business stormwater management Jan. 3, 12:45 - 2:15 p.m. Public facilities. Water levels fluctu- Skate Town Hall hours, Monday to Friday, Snow removal equipment uses ate at these facilities and Jan. 4, 12:45 - 2:15 p.m. Public 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. distinctive flashing blue lights to these facilities are not safe for Skate Holiday Closure warn you that operations are skating or other activities. NOTE: All existing permits underway. When these lights are Cancellations to The Township of Uxbridge will expire December 31, 2013. on, slow down and stay well Public Programs be closed for the Holiday Any questions please Uxpool behind the plow to avoid flying Dec. 24 and 31 snow and sand. Drive with your Season on Tuesday, December contact the Fire Department 11 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. Ticket Holiday Hours headlights on and avoid driving in 24, at noon and will not re-open at 905-852-3393 Ice until Thursday, January 2, the snowplow's blind spots. If We are closed Dec.25, 26, Dec. 27 2014, at 8:30 a.m. you must pass the plow, be sure 2013, and Jan. 1, 2014. 11:15 a.m. - 12:35 p.m. In the event of an emergency, there is enough visibility to avoid We close at 1 p.m. on Dec. Adult skate please call 1-877-426-4459. the snow coming from the plow's 24 and Dec. 31. blade. Dec. 29, 1 - 2 p.m. For garbage related inquiries, Public skate please contact CALL FOR For information on Lane 1-800-667-5671. Uxbridge Roadwatch VOLUNTEERS Swims and Public Swims, Have a Safe and please contact the pool at Wants to Wish Everyone a 905-852-7831 or visit the Looking for an interesting Happy and Safe Holiday Happy Holiday! township website. volunteer opportunity Season! Mayor's Family Skate in Uxbridge? GIVE THE GIFT OF This holiday season you can keep our roads safe. Report aggressive and The Uxbridge Trails SWIMMING LESSONS poor driving that you see. Take down the plate number and description of Committee is in need of that vehicle and report it to Roadwatch. Log on to www.drps.ca and click the THIS CHRISTMAS! link “ROADWATCH” or pick up a form from a local merchant in Town. Fill in enthusiastic individuals to Gift Certificates are the information and send it off. That driver will be notified of his/her actions help in the following as a caution and a report will be kept in a police file. Police can now track available for purchase at areas: the person's driving history should more complaints be received. UxPool. Media/Advertising If you suspect the driver is impaired or is a danger to others on the road Call 905-852-7831 Secretarial then call 911 immediately!! Look at these facts on drinking and driving and texting and driving and Trail Captain remember: Please come out to the For more information • Make good decisions when in the car Uxbridge Arena and please contact Andrea • It only takes one bad decision to cost someone a life Community Centre on New Fraser at • Speak up when you feel unsafe as a passenger or a driver Year's Eve from 5:15 p.m. [email protected] Free level assessments Help with road safety both with you and others. during Public Swims to 7:15 p.m. for the or Winter Session starts ROADWATCH works for everyone Mayor's Family Skate 905-852-9181, ext 232 January 6, 2014 and helps save lives!

Uxpool / Summer Camps .905-852-7831 Uxbridge Public Library 905-852-9747 Zephyr Library Arena ...... 905-852-3081 Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat. 10 am - 5 pm, Tues., Thurs. 10 am - 9 pm 905-473-2375 Sundays after Thanksgiving to May 24 weekend 1 pm - 5 pm Historical Centre ...... 905-852-5854 www.uxlib.com HOURS Tues., Thurs., 3 pm - 8 pm Sat 10 am - 3 pm Animal Shelter ...... 905-985-9547 Township of Uxbridge documents are available in alternate formats upon Ux. BIA Chamber of Commerce ...... request. Please fill out the Request for Alternate Formats Form at www.town.uxbridge.on.ca or contact the Accessibility Coordinator at 905- 905-852-9181 ...... [email protected]/www.uxcc.ca 852-9181 ext. 209 or at [email protected]. ext. 406 The Uxbridge Cosmos 3 Thursday, December 12th 2013 TOWNSHIP OF UXBRIDGE

NOMINATIONS - 2014 MUNICIPAL ELECTION NOTICE is hereby given to the Municipal Electors of the Township of Uxbridge MUNICIPAL ELECTION DAY - MONDAY, OCTOBER 27TH, 2014

CANDIDATE NOMINATION XBRIDGE NOMINATIONS in the Township of Uxbridge for the Election, which will be held on MONDAY, OCTOBER 27, U 2014, will be accepted for the following list of elected offices by completing the prescribed form in the Office of the PUBLIC LIBRARY Clerk: Program Director, Pamela Noble, 905-852- MAYOR One (1) Member to be elected by general vote; 9747, ext. 24 (check out our newsletter for more info. regarding programs available at the library, or online at: REGIONAL COUNCILLOR One (1) Member to be elected by general vote; www.uxlib.com)

JINGLE…JOLLY…JOYFUL WARD COUNCILLORS Five (5) Members to be elected by the electors of each of the five (5) Lots of fun, FAMILY activities throughout December for every- Wards in the Township of Uxbridge. one to celebrate the holiday season. Programs planned to include local musicians, crafts, cookie decorating and pyjama REGIONAL CHAIR storytimes, at various times and days/evenings of each week at the Uxbridge Library. One (1) to be elected by the electors of the Region of Durham. FREE *Note: Nominations will be received in the Clerk's Office of the Regional Municipality of Durham, 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario, L1N 6A3 Mon., Dec. 16-22: Kids Craft all week long. Make a tree deco- ration. Tues., Dec. 17: Family Storytime, 7-7:30 p.m. Kids come in ENGLISH LANGUAGE DURHAM DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD pyjamas if they like-then they’re all ready for bed! One (1) Trustee to be elected to represent the combined area of the Townships of Uxbridge and Brock. Wed., Dec. 18: Seasonal Music with guitarist, Anne Wilde, *Note: Nominations will be received in the Clerk's Office, Township of Uxbridge, 51 Toronto Street South, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Refreshments. Uxbridge, Ontario Thurs., Dec. 19: Seasonal Music with the Dnes Sisters, 1-2:00 p.m. Refreshments (Adult Dept.) Thurs., Dec. 19: Family Movie, 7-8:00 pm. How the Grinch ENGLISH LANGUAGE DURHAM CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Stole Christmas (Mtg. Room) One (1) Trustee to be elected to represent the combined area of the Townships of Uxbridge, Scugog and Brock. Sat., Dec. 21: Seasonal music with the Dnes sisters, 1-2:00 *Note: Nominations will be received in the Clerk's Office, Township of Uxbridge, 51 Toronto Street South, p.m. Refreshments Mon., Dec. 23: Elf's Kissing Booth, Children's Dept. Uxbridge, Ontario Computer Tutor for Seniors: Teens interested in earning vol- FRENCH LANGUAGE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD unteer hours are invited to call Corrinne at the library, for assis- One (1) Trustee to be elected to represent the combined area of the Regional Municipality of Durham, the tance to adults and seniors wishing to better learn how to navi- gate electronic devices. Counties of Haliburton, Northumberland, Peterborough and the City of Kawartha Lakes. *Note: Nominations will be received at the City of Oshawa, City Clerk's Branch, 5th Floor, Rundle Tower, 50 Maud’s Christmas Christmas Church Centre Street South, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 3Z7 at the Manse Service & Open House Carol Sing FRENCH LANGUAGE CATHOLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD Sunday, Dec. 15, 10 - 4 Sunday, Dec. 15, 1 p.m. One (1) Trustee to be elected to represent the combined area of Brock, Scugog, Uxbridge, Pickering, Ajax, Whitby Tours, cookies & cider, The Importance of Family & and Oshawa. Christmas music, craft ideas. Community *Note: Nominations will be received at the City of Oshawa, City Clerk's Branch, 5th Floor, Rundle Tower, 50 Manse National Historic Site Historic Leaskdale Church Centre Street South, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 3Z7 11909 Reg. Rd. 1, Leaskdale 11850 Reg. Rd. 1, Leaskdale lucymaudmontgomery.ca NOMINATION PROCEDURES 905-862-0808 [email protected] Uxbridge Historical Nominations are required to be submitted on the prescribed form (available at the Clerk's office) and shall be filed IN PERSON or by an AGENT at the Clerk's Department, Township of Uxbridge, 51 Toronto Street South, Centre Landscaping Uxbridge, Ontario, L9P 1T1 during normal office hours (8:30am - 4:30pm) commencing January 2nd, 2014. The Opportunity last date to file a nomination form is FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 (NOMINATION DAY) between the hours The Uxbridge Historical Centre (Uxbridge-Scott of 9:00am and 2:00pm. Museum & Archives) is inviting local landscaping and nursery businesses to showcase their design and gar- Each filed nomination form must be accompanied with the prescribed nomination fee ($200 - Mayor & Regional dening services at the Historical Centre starting next year. Chair and $100 - all other positions). No person who proposes to be a candidate may solicit or accept contribu- Businesses are invited to choose one of seven build- tions for election purposes or incur campaign expenses until a nomination paper has been filed. ings at the site, create a design for the building's garden, and install and maintain the garden for the season. In Further information related to these requirements or any other issues related to the Municipal Election in the recognition of their efforts, the Centre will install a sign at Township of Uxbridge may be obtained from the Clerk's Department by calling (905) 852-9181. the newly landscaped garden highlighting your contribution to the beautification of the Historical Centre Official Municipal Election Information shall be available through: grounds. Every year, the Centre is visited by several thousand • The Uxbridge Cosmos newspaper on the Township Page people for tours, special events and programs. This pro- • The Township of Uxbridge Website vides an excellent opportunity to promote your business • The Clerk's Department, Township of Uxbridge, 51 Toronto Street South, Uxbridge, Ontario, L9P 1T1 to Uxbridge residents and visitors. Applications for this opportunity have been mailed out Dated at the Corporation of the Township of Uxbridge this 12th day of December, 2013. to local Landscaping and Nursery businesses. If you Debbie Leroux, have not received an application and would like to take Municipal Clerk/Returning Officer advantage of this opportunity, please contact Rick Hannah, Chair of the Museum Advisory Committee, at 905-852-7286 to receive an application. The Uxbridge Cosmos 4 Thursday, December 12th 2013 our two cents Stirring the pot During a public meeting last Sunday evening at the arena, one woman in attendance at the meeting almost proudly stated that she did not read any of the three local newspapers (and thus had not received some fairly important and relevant information regarding said meeting). It was a bit of a sur- prise hearing that, in her house, not one of the newspapers (we've deliberately left out the “local” here, because we all know there really is only one true local paper, and you're reading it right now) that likely get delivered to her front door ever got folded open and perused through, that they were all used for fire starter or bird cage liner. Some at the meeting,including some of the coordinators, empathized with her newspaper-boycotting tendencies, agreeing that newspapers were only full of advertisements and the like, so yeah, they totally understood why she didn't read them. Now, it's worth noting here that they were one of the advertisers in all three newspapers the previous two weeks, and that, as mentioned before, some important information was relayed in those papers that would have kept this individual informed, had she chosen to open a paper. We're pointing out this strange situation of paradoxes which occurred in those few moments at that meeting because it was the pinnacle of a week that really encapsulated everything that a small-town newspaper exists for. A bit of drama, a bit of tension, a bit of information dissemination, and a bit of advertising. Last week a sports-related story caused quite a stir amongst a few in the sports world here in town. We here at The Cosmos knew that we had crossed no lines in what we reported, and were amazed to receive a crash course on how steeped in politics sports in Uxbridge really is. The learning curve was perpendicular it was so steep, and it was interesting to be thrown into the middle of what is certainly an ongoing “situation”. Other than that immediate group, however, very few people likely took notice. Roger Varley wrote his “Am I Wrong?” column, and thoroughly expected to be thrown under the bus, as it were, with the announcement of his daring, defiant one-man protest, which he launched at the Letters to the Editor Bruins game last Friday night. Aside from receiving flack from those he least expected it from, he has had remarkably little response to his column. In those who did respond, however, there is a spectrum Re: Am I Wrong? Dec. 5 edition My husband and I, individually, on stop signs, brought forward by present - those who would fully agree, those in the middle, and those who would think Mr. Varley is have been corresponding with our the Durham Police and the indeed wrong. Well, you can witness for yourself the latter two in the Letters to the Editor section beside Roger Varley refusing to stand up MP, and so far we are fighting a los- Department of Transport at a coun- this column. One respondant sits in the middle, one violently opposed to Mr. Varley's actions. and remove his hat for the Canadian ing battle. We will keep doing this. cil meeting almost two years ago, Unfortunately, we can't publish the phone call we received from one B. Jackson, here in Uxbridge, National Anthem is an insult to us It is difficult when you ask why the goes like this: who's final sentence before ringing off was “Hurrah, Roger Varely! Finally someone is willing to do all. govt. under our prime minister is Stop signs should never be used for something about what's happening here in Canada.” She was 100 per cent Team Varley. Varley has insulted every Canadian doing all kinds of things that they traffic calming. veteran who has ever fought for opposed when they were in opposi- Stop signs should never be used on an At first it could be difficult not to take this diversity and tension personally. After all, a publisher wants Canada; Varley insults every federal, tion, to get the answer that is the inclining road. people to read his paper, right? But hold on - all of these reactions proved one thing. People do read provincial and municipal public ser- role of the opposition to oppose. Stop signs should never be used on an the paper. And when they do, they learn, they become informed, they build on what they know, and vant. He insults the Canadian Look what would be accomplished intersection with less than 500 vehicle bit by bit they shape more of who they are and what they believe in. Constitution and the Canadian if the parties pulled together. There movements in one hour. (Cemetery We don't publish a newspaper with editorial content in it so that people can just agree with what's said Rule of Law. are lots of ways in which they could Road, 690 cars in one day) and move on. If we did, it would be a newsletter - not our goal. We take the information that we are Varley, the owners and the Editors work together, instead of all these Three and Four-way stops signs should given, distill it into a series of words that are comprehensible to all, and relay the story to the general of The Cosmos and anyone who sits arguments. never be used at all. public. We don't take sides, we don't change quotes, we don't play politics. Not in the news stories. If with him cannot stand behind any Carol Johnson Stop signs only cost extra fuel and pol- we want to take a stand, most of us here have columns that we write, where we can vent our spleens freedom of speech argument Uxbridge lute tremendously. and have our say. We certainly don't expect anyone to have the same view we do - wouldn't that cre- because his misrepresentations and Stop signs contribute to faster mid- ate a dull world, indeed. misinformation defame and damage Generosity is alive and well in street speeds because of frustrated driv- We want to stir the pot, sometimes. And we'll do that in the space reserved just for us and our views. other person's reputations. Uxbridge! ers. Not in the straight news pieces. It's a bonus, however, when even those stories elicit a reaction of some Therefore, by definition, it is not We would like to thank the patrons Stop signs do not save lives. sort, whether the reaction is, in reality, about what we wrote, or whether it's more a matter of having freedom of speech but slander and of the Uxbridge Farmers Market Stop signs create a false sense of securi- tapped into something else entirely. hate. It goes beyond Varley's usual and Col. McGrady's Wednesday ty. Read our editorial policy in the masthead below. A community newspaper has enough room in it for arrogance and ignorance. Night Open Mic. Through their I'm sure that our Town Council all voices. When people react, it means they read. And those that don't read, well, they miss impor- Shame on any Cosmos advertiser spirit of giving we managed to raise will do the right thing and follow tant information about things that could affect them. They also come close to missing meetings. who continues to support this kind and donate $140 to UNICEF. We the Municipal Guide Lines on stop of anti-Canadian sentiment and chose UNICEF because of the pro- signs, now that we finally have hate. If Varley won't stand for portion of donations that actually them. Canada, then get out! go to the needy. Through the dona- A suggestion, since Cemetery Road Larry Busch tions of these generous people, chil- seems to be a small street without Uxbridge dren of underdeveloped countries sidewalks, it would make sense to will be given Survival Gifts of Water reduce the speed limit to 40 km/h I think that you are both right and Purification Tablets, Blankets for and have police radar units there for 9,000 copies of the Cosmos are published each Thursday in the Township of wrong in this week's column. Right Babies, Soccer Balls, Writing Packs, a few month at different times. Uxbridge: 8,300 delivered by mail, 700 available in stores and boxes. about your concerns about our Rehydration Tablets and Protein The people travelling that street are country. I used to be really proud to Bars. probably all locals. After one speed- Publisher/Editor Lisha Van Nieuwenhove 905.852.1900 be a Canadian and feel less proud Thank you very much to all, ing ticket they will either take Sales Manager Sara Finlay 905.852.1900 each time I hear another example of Paul and Lori Rouss another road or slow down. a stupid thing that our federal gov- Uxbridge Problem solved. 38 Toronto Street North, Unit One, Uxbridge Ontario L9P 1E6 ernment has done, is doing, or plan- This would be the only practical ning to do, including the examples I definitely feel for the people living way to go. Canada and the USA are e-mail: [email protected] web site: www.thecosmos.ca you gave. I used to think our gov- on Cemetery Road, but they may be the only countries left in the world Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. ernment had a strong moral code, I asking for something that is much where we find a stop sign on every don't anymore. worse than what they have now. corner. The rest of the world elimi- EDITORIAL POLICY: Opinions expressed by columnists, contributors and in letters to the editor are not nec- I think you are wrong about not Here is something that they may nated stop signs decades ago essarily those of The Cosmos. Letters must be signed and the telephone number provided (number will standing for the national anthem; not have known when they asked because of the great amount of pol- not be published). Requests that a name be withheld will be honoured only if there is a compelling rea- people are likely just to look at you, for stop signs on their street. lution they create and what they do son. Errors brought to our attention will be corrected. The Cosmos reserves the right to edit and/or refuse not ask why. Instead, there should On a small street with no side- to our health. That stop sings don't to publish unsolicited material. ADVERTISING POLICY: The Cosmos reserves the right to refuse any adver- tisement. The Cosmos is not liable for slight changes or typographical errors in advertisements or any be more columns like yours and walks, a car traveling at 50 km/h save lives can easily be seen almost other errors or omissions in advertisements. All material herein, including advertising design is copyright- more people personally writing to always seems to go much faster daily by the fatal accidents on stop ed, and may not be reproduced in any form without permission. our MPs. Canada still has many when seen from a porch or from a sign controlled intersections. things and great people, to make us house. Nitschke Heinz proud and we should recognize that. The Ontario Municipal Guidelines Uxbridge The Uxbridge Cosmos 5 Thursday, December 12th 2013 a blonde moment the barris beat column by Lisha Van Nieuwenhove column by Ted Barris We are indeed what we eat The quiet victor

I had perogies for dinner and I feel awful. The morning the world changed, I had tumbled from my warm bed, found a cup of cof- I know, you're thinking about moving on to Ted's column, because who the heck cares about what I had for dinner, or fee to help me on my way and driven from the countryside to the old CBC Radio building on Jarvis Street, next to how I feel. But I think it's worth talking about, because it falls in line with something that is gaining a lot of attention in CBC corporate head offices in downtown Toronto. By 5 a.m. I had cleared my head and my throat to deliver one of the media nowadays, and I'm beginning to wonder if there isn't more to it. my first newscasts for the CBC Network that morning. Little did I know within the first hours of my shift, I would be Now, I mention the perogies and how, despite how delicious they were, awful they have subsequently made me feel, part of something momentous. because tonight I fell off the wagon. The gluten-free wagon, that is. And I am shocking the heck out of myself by say- “Here is the CBC News,” I said at the top of each hour that morning to begin the five-minute hourly newscast. But ing I can't wait to get back on. that day I also got the chance to announce repeatedly as the top story, “Nelson Mandela, the black African leader I am a bread fanatic. I am a carbs fanatic. I like my veggies and fruit and white meat protein (red meat has never real- imprisoned for treason since 1963, has this morning left notorious Robben Island prison, a free man.” ly curled my toes) but I love, love, love my starches. Not uncommon, I don't think. So when I went to my naturopath two It was Feb. 11, 1990. And that Sunday morning, what particularly South Africans thought was unlikely, if not impos- weeks ago to ask her to help me get rid of the sniffles and sneezes and general allergy-type symptoms that I've been sible, had occurred. The man who had studied in a school system for blacks only, who had struggled for black libera- having for, oh, ever, she immediately made two suggestions. Eliminate wheat and dairy from my diet, and see how I fare tion, who had helped form the youth wing of the African National Congress campaigning non-violently to end the from there. racial segregation of white and black South African society (apartheid), and who had been arrested, tried for treason I nearly fell out of my chair. My first reaction was “What will I put in my tea??!!” I'm a die-hard tea granny, and my and tossed into the prison on Robben Island for life, had been released. On that Sunday morning, then 72, his hair Tetley goes with milk, there is no way around it. Not only was my tea situation an immediate calamity, I also dreaded graying, his frame erect but worn, Nelson Mandela stepped onto the steps of the city hall building in Cape Town, South telling my dairy farmer honey that I couldn't partake in any of the farm-fresh goodness that was being produced in our Africa, and began to reshape a people and a build a nation. own backyard. I was sure it wouldn't go over well. “I have fought against white domination and I have fought against black domination,” he said in that speech (quot- Going wheat-free (which is, I understand, different from going totally gluten-free), on the other hand, didn't seem like ing words he had used in his own trial defence in 1963). “I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free socie- quite so much a tragedy. I could do that. As long as I planned what my carbohydrate substitutes would be, so that I was- ty, in which all persons live together in harmony and with equal opportunities.” n't going cold-turkey, I would be fine. I decided that, in order to really evaluate which of the two evil substances that my And we had witnessed all this that morning in the CBC Radio building next to those Crown corporation offices we doctor had recommended I quit were the culprits, it would be best if I avoided said evil substance one at a time. So I ironically called “The Kremlin.” chose bye-bye wheat, went to the Bulk Barn and stocked up on all manner of flours and starches and gums whose names What's remarkable, given that analogy, is that Nelson Mandela changed South Africa faster and more thoroughly I can't pronounce, and away I went, leaving gluten far behind. than perhaps any modern nation. How long had it taken the United States, for example, to grant civil rights to its That was on a Saturday. Within 24 hours, I felt better, somehow. Clearer is the only real way I can describe it. I didn't black population? Almost exactly a century. When did the Canadian government get around to apologizing for its feel so sluggish. I wasn't super craving anything, besides potato chips, and that hits every day about four o’clock. I was- Residential School policy of segregating First Nations youth? More than a century after the first treaties were signed n't even really hungry. I got a better sleep than I had in ages. It was weird. I stuck to my new diet, treating myself almost between Queen Victoria and the aboriginal peoples in Canada. Modern democracies learned a great deal from the like a person with celiac disease (I have a couple of friends who have this malady, and take much inspiration - and a few man who walked from that South African prison in February 1990. recipes - from them). I read labels. I inquired after foods if I went into a restaurant - I got the world's BEST gluten-free “Negotiations on the dismantling of apartheid will have to address the over-whelming demand of our people for a muffin in town, here, at Baked at Frankies. I think I could make them a delicious habit. democratic, non-racial and unitary South Africa,” he said that day. And negotiate he did, with that characteristic non- And now, I'm only a week and a half into this new regime, and I fell off the wagon tonight. I got home late, I needed violent philosophy that had served him so well those 28 years in prison. to make dinner for all, and the clan wanted perogies, so the perogies we had. And, like a hangover, I am sure I am going Within a few years of Mandela's release, he had transformed his ANC not only into a powerful political force of to pay for it tomorrow. I need my rice bread. My lentil crackers (don't laugh, they're tasty). change, but also into a government in waiting. He had challenged his jailers, the white government of F.W. de Klerk, But I can't help and wonder why? Why does my body react, and not just my gut? Would I have felt better years ago to deconstruct apartheid and give its blessing to free elections, regardless of skin colour, political stripe or station in had I started this sooner? Has this always been the way it is? A friend suggested that perhaps I was gluten intolerant life. The transition to democracy did not avoid the setbacks of violence and resentment from many quarters, but with- (way less severe than celiac) - we went through a list of symptoms, and of course, I had them all. Self-diagnosis - won- in a decade of his release, by 1997, Mandela had formed a multi-racial government, introduced massive social reform derful thing when you have Google. and earned world notoriety for his brilliance - winning the Nobel Peace Prize (for himself and de Klerk). Few in the All this brings me to wonder about something that has concerned me for a very long time, now, and that is - what are so-called Western Democracies can make that claim. we doing to our food? Our bodies are designed to handle the proteins and enzymes that we put into it, for the most part. Every now and again a body isn't designed that way, and that leads to problems that we are well-acquainted with. What And who but Mandela - in life - could have earned citizenship in a foreign country such as Canada, come to its cap- our bodies can't handle is the over-processing, the mutation of food stuffs, the handling and manipulating until what ital cities amid throngs of well-wishers, attended the inauguration of an elementary school named in his honour, and goes in our mouths looks nothing like what came out of the ground. And this is what is making us all “intolerant”. drawn 40,000 Canadian youth to the SkyDome (Rogers Centre) to hear his electrifying oratory… when the man was “Sensitive”. “Allergic”. Sick. in his 80th year of life? And who but Mandela - in death - could have united so many world leaders (some political It's all around us, the notion of getting back to basics, the 100-mile diet idea, etc, A wonderful concept, but not so easy, mortal enemies such as Barack Obama and Raul Castro) at his memorial this week? Indeed, think of it, on the same practical, or cheap, to do. We buy what we can, what we need, what we want, and hope that it nourishes us in the best airplane to South Africa, as photographed in the newspapers, former Canadian prime ministers Jean Chretien, Kim possible way. I'm thinking that loading a grocery cart at a regular grocery store in a regular grocery aisle is like play- Campbell and Brian Mulroney sat with current PM Stephen Harper. Most of these people wouldn't be caught… well, ing Russian roulette with a loaded gun. You can be good and sure you aren’t going to get anything that is 100 per cent you know. pure, natural and good for you. We’re killing ourselves, and still wondering why it’s happening. (Don’t get me going on The day he changed the world, in 1990, Nelson Mandela concluded his Cape Town city hall speech about the democ- trying to find the cure for cancer - I’m telling you, it’s out there. It’s not in what we have to do, it’s in putting a stop to racy he sought this way: what we’ve been doing - to our food.) “It is an ideal which I hope to live for and to achieve,” he said. “But if needs be, it is an ideal for which I am pre- I'm going to stick to my g-f diet. It’s just a teeny tiny start, I know, but I like it, and I like how it makes me feel. I need pared to die.” awhile to work up to ditching the dairy, though. Glutino crackers in peach yogurt are YUM! He died for it. But in peace and in victory. 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Tiger expedition seeks funds: its Brock Street location. The cen- TOWN HALL tre also requested its next budget be by Roger Varley Jamie French, accompanied by raised to $30,000. current Uxbridge Bruin and for- The request prompted Notes from the December 9 mer Uxbridge Tiger Tim Bierema, Councillors Pat Molloy and Council meeting came before council to ask for Gordon Highet to suggest the cen- Help Celebrate financial help to send a group of tre is trying to do too much. Mr, present and former Uxbridge Molloy said the centre should take Big "Thank You" planned for next our 20th Christmas Secondary School Tigers hockey another look at its mandate. "They summer: players and coaches to a "desolate" can't do it all," he said. at area of Northern Ontario to bring Mayor Gerri Lynn O'Connor said A big "Thank You" day is being hockey skills and equipment to the centre is trying to be "every- KENSINGTON planned for Elgin Park next May First Nations children. The group thing to everybody," and referred 31 to honour Canada's armed would provide training sessions the request to budget discussions. SILVER STUDIO forces. and coaching clinics for the resi- Later in the week, she moved that Appearing before council on dents over the New Year's holiday the centre be awarded a "one-time" Monday to ask permission to use featuring Constance Laing period. special commitment of $10,000, the park, Dave Thibodeau of the "There's nothing there," Mr. that its budget remain at $24,000 Uxbridge Legion said Uxbridge res- French said of the First Nations and that the UYC appear before and Fly Freeman idents are invited to the event to community of Weagamow (Oji- council with a sustainability plan. help form a "living support ribbon" Cree for Round Lake) north of Enter our draw to win a pair of underlined with the words "thank Sioux Lookout. "They don't have a Commencement on ice?: you". Participants would be asked whole lot." silver Cosmos earrings to purchase a red T-shirt carrying He said the expedition has already Uxbridge Secondary School wants (drawing on December 23) the logo "Uxbridge Thanks Our received a "fabulous" outpouring of to make big changes to its annual Troops", with the money raised hockey equipment, with the first commencement event. December hours: going to the Wounded Warriors load leaving for the north on The high school has requested use Canada organization. Tuesday to Saturday:11 to 6 Wednesday. But the group needs of both ice pads at the arena on Mr. Thibodeau said much of 28 Toronto Street North help to pay for the $800 in travel June 26 to hold its commencement Wounded Warriors support goes to expenses faced by each of the play- exercise, usually held at the school 905-852-9198 armed forces personnel suffering ers making the trip, he said. in November. The school said the from post traumatic stress disorder Councillor Bev Northeast's arena is needed because of a larger (PTSD). motion that each receive $100 number of graduates and a crowd "PTSD is no less a wound than from the golf fund won unanimous expected to number those caused by bullets and consent. more than 1,200. bombs," he said. "We're dealing The school also with the aftermath of Afghanistan Youth centre offering too much?: requested use of the and Bosnia." facility at no cost. He pointed out that, in 2007, The Uxbridge Youth Centre has The request was Uxbridge was the first Canadian appealed to council for extra finan- tabled to allow staff community to stage a rally sup- cial support to cover a projected to hold discussions porting Canada's troops, with $10,000 shortfall in its 2013-14 with the school's more than 1,200 people taking part budget. The centre already receives principal. in a parade. He said he hoped to $24,000 a year from council, plus see larger numbers at the 2014 $5,000 "in kind" maintenance for event. "Give people a place to honour our troops and they will come," he said. Mayor Gerri Lynn O'Connor opined that it is sad that Minister of Veteran Affairs Julian Fantino already receives three pensions "and yet he can say these people (veterans) don't need help." Council unanimously agreed to provide the park at no cost and Mayor O'Connor said staff would check to see if there is a way the Legion could avoid pay- ing for the required $5 million insurance. The Uxbridge Cosmos 7 Thursday, December 12th 2013 A Christmas carol gets its own story We've all done it - thought we'd Wenceslas’ life, and uses facts from it heard the lyrics to a song one way, to reconstruct an almost plausible, if only to learn perhaps years later that somewhat fantastic, scenario of the the lyrics really went another way, man’s last journey. Family, intrigue, and suddenly the song makes much and a little poison all mix together to more sense. This very thing hap- make a story that is touching and pened to Dale Long; he, however, real, and the couple of twists at the turned his fumbled lyrics into a end give a warm feeling and a wry poignant Christmas story. smile to the reader, no matter what “When I was a kid, I thought the age that reader may be. song went “Good King Wences last Dale wrote The Good King with looked out…” and I could never fig- the intention of it falling somewhere ure out why it was the last time he in between ‘Twas the Night Before looked out!” Christmas and Charles Dickens' A Dale pondered his poor king's Christmas Carol. plight, and in filling in the blanks, “I didn't really write it for kids to created the story The Good King. read, but for parents to read to their Saturday, December 14, between 3 This lovely small book, complete kids on Christmas Eve,” he explains. and 6 p.m. with illustrations by Dale's cousin And it's a perfect tale for just that. Stop by, say hello, and pick up your Meg Simmons (an animator for the Dale will be at Blue Heron Books signed copy of a new Christmas tra- popular teen television series Total this weekend, on the afternoon of dition. Drama Island), mixes fact with fic- tion, re-telling the last few hours of King Wenceslas' life as seen HAPPY 8TH through the eyes of the page who features in the popular Christmas BIRTHDAY carol. YOU WILD & The lyrics of the song are woven through the book masterfully, and CRAZY GIRL, we follow both Wenceslas and his page on their journey to the peas- YOU!!! ant who lives by St. Agnes' foun- tain. LOVE MUMMY, IVY, Dale carefully researched the real MAJA & GRANT The Uxbridge Cosmos 8 Thursday, December 12th 2013 The Uxbridge Cosmos 9 Thursday, December 12th 2013

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March 8, 1-3 p.m., and we Goodwood News will be filling our baskets for with Bev Northeast the women in the shelters. For both the talent night and the The Nutcracker We have you covered for The Gospel Hall holds their International Women's day Christmas! Sunday Services at 11 a.m. please register with me at performed The Goodwood Public school with Sunday school and Bible [email protected] or will be holding a Christmas reading. Everyone is welcome 905-640-3966. by the Tree sale on December 14, to attend or visit www.good- The Lions are still looking for from 9 a.m. - 12 noon at wood.gospelhall.com. volunteers who need their 40 Anninas Bakery (Hwy. 47 & After eating all of the deli- hours to assist with Christmas Front Street), and our grade 8 cious sweets during the tree sales and in the food class is holding a gift wrapping Christmas season, come out to booth at the tree farm. Call fundraiser at the Uxbridge Zumba at the community cen- 905-642-1953. Public Library December 14 ter on Tuesday evenings at 7 With the snow and ice on the & Dec 21, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., p.m. to keep the pounds off. roads it can be hard to stop all for a donation. If you have Don't forget our Talent night quickly so please drive accord- special gift paper you want to at the Hall on May 21 and all ing to the road conditions and use or want your gift boxed talent is welcome to come out. keep everyone safe. please bring these items with And our International you to assist the students. Women's day is Saturday, Wednesday, Dec. 18 to Sunday, Dec. 22 Goodwood United Church Christmas Eve service is at 7 p.m. Don’t miss this Holiday Classic and all are welcome to attend. live at The Goodwood Baptist Church service The Uxbridge Music Hall is at 11 a.m. with LUTHERAN music; on December CHURCH Join the dancers of the Uxbridge Dance Academy 15, The Bacon Girls; as they travel back in time to a Victorian Christmas December 22, The CHRISTMAS SERVICE Children's Choir; and then on to the Land of Sweets and the December 29, Mike Sugar Plum Fairy Czeywinski; January To be held at 5, Jean Liew; Jan 12th Evening performances 7:30 pm Don Kennedy. Goodwood United Church Everyone is welcome 3999 Conc. 3, Goodwood Saturday and Sunday matinee performances 2:00 pm to attend services. Tuesdays at 6:45 Christmas morning Tickets available at p.m. there is Kids club Presents, Presents, Presents, 60 Brock Street, Uxbridge for boys and girls ages Wednesday, December 25, 2013 K-grade 8, and at 7 11:15 am $15 Students $20 Adults p.m. there is Bible study and prayer Refreshments & Fellowship Sponsored by meeting. following the service Also, don't forget to check out the For further information Creation Research contact Museum in the Arthur Schickedanz Baptist church base- (416) 540-7060 ment or visit (905) 852-0725 www.goodwoodbap- Proceeds to tistchurch.com for benefit more information. Durham Family Resources The Uxbridge Cosmos 11 Thursday, December 12th 2013 Budget chief pans tourism Contributions wanted for book about Foster Memorial by Roger Varley with the roof might not be as severe A book is finally being written about one Memorial's construction in 1935 and who have been inspired by the of the most fascinating structures in 1936, or whose mothers or grandmoth- Memorial's architecture and interior as originally thought. Mayor Uxbridge (and arguably in all of ers helped to billet or feed the workers," artistry to create their own images. We Councillor Pat Molloy, chair of the O'Connor said there are a number Ontario), and you have an opportunity says Boyce. "Somewhere in an old album invite them to participate by allowing us finance committee, panned of differing opinions about the to participate. or box are letters, diaries or photographs to reproduce those images in the book." Uxbridge's tourism efforts last week need to replace the roof and called "The Foster Memorial is such an exot- from that time, and we're hoping they'll Anyone who is willing to participate in ic and beautiful place, inside and out," be willing to share them with the read- the book is urged to contact Mr. Boyce during discussion of the upcoming for a meeting with experts who says author Conrad Boyce, "and the ers." as soon as possible, by phone at 905- budget. have dealt with it. story of how it came to be built is going "We also know there are dozens, if not 852-4969, or by e-mail at conrad- Balking at a proposed expenditure "I'm not convinced the roof is to make for an excellent read. But we're hundreds, of artists and photographers, [email protected] of $10,500 for regional promotion, looking for the contributions of local leaking," she said. "It might be a artists and photographers, as well as local Mr. Molloy said Thursday some the humidification problem. I don't families who may have participated in its township's paper advertising for its believe for one minute the roof col- construction, to make the book as inclu- 3,640 headaches to zero heritage and cultural facilities is "a lapse is imminent." sive as possible." The book will have three sections: muscles which then “referred” or waste of money". He added he is Mrs. Northeast agreed. 1. The story of Thomas Foster - The not in favour of the dollars the "I believe there's less wrong up Leaskdale boy who made a fortune in sent pain to her head. township is spending on tourism. there than we've been told," she Toronto real estate, became the city's By restoring motion, correct- "The tourism program isn't doing said. mayor, and left one of the most fascinating posture and relaxing certain ing wills in Canadian history. muscles, I was able to treat the anything for us," he said. "I don't A report by an engineering com- 2. The building of the Memorial - cause of her headaches, thereby think we're in the tourism business. pany earlier this year suggested the Why and how Foster constructed one of eliminating the need for ongoing I don't think we're accomplishing roof could begin to crumble within the most controversial projects during Canada's Depression. medication. anything. There's no direction, no two years. For the first time in memory This chapter will profile those who con- Imagine having a headache or mission." Council finally decided that, with tributed to the building, from the archi- she is now headache free. She will a migraine five times per week for That led Mayor Gerri Lynn a Trillium grant of $150,000, the tects and stained glass artist Yvonne likely be spared hundreds of 14 years. That adds up to 3,640 O'Connor to observe that council roof repairs could be financed over Williams, to the Italian artisans who cre- headaches over the next 14 years. ated the Memorial's terrazzo mosaics, to headaches! How would those has to "get our heads around this two years at $75,000 a year. If you suffer from chronic the ordinary Uxbridge labourers who headaches affect the quality of tourism issue", adding that tourism Resuming the talks on Tuesday, headaches, seek the help you were so grateful for any kind of wage. your life? deserve. Mention this article in Uxbridge isn't big enough to council, through cuts and delayed Excerpts from contemporary letters and I recently had a new patient diaries will be a major component of this when you call and receive a warrant hiring a new staff person spending, slashed another just like that, a 25 year-old veteri- section. complimentary, no-obligation yet. That was in reference to $125,000 from the budget, bring- nary assistant. She had devel- 3. The art of the Foster Memorial - consultation. Conrad Boyce's request earlier in ing the amount of cuts so far to A detailed examination, in full-colour oped a pattern of taking the week that the township hire about $1 million, according to Mr. photographs and paintings, of the medication to temporarily dull him as a full-time tourism promot- Molloy. Asked whether council will stonework, marble and stained glass the pain. However, these drugs er at part-time salary. The mayor which makes up this beautiful building. would not prevent her next manage to meet the $2 million in The meaning behind each image will be said Mr. Boyce had made a good cuts that was set as a goal at the explained. Artists and photographers headache because the underlying proposal, but even if the township start of the budget discussions, Mr. from all over North America will be cause had never been addressed. was in a position to hire, the posi- Molloy said: "It's going to be invited to contribute to this section. Like the vast majority of The book is expected to be about 100- tion would have to go through a tough." headaches, hers were a pain in the 120 pages in full colour, and to be pub- neck, literally. The vertebrae in public process. Part of the problem is unexpected lished in time for the first Foster con- her neck and upper back were Earlier in the meeting, the repair expenses, such as the $85,000 certs in the spring of 2014. out of alignment, and stiff, which job for the Foster Memorial roof required to bring three abandoned "We know there are many families from the Uxbridge area whose fathers or irritated sensitive nerves and came down to $279,00, plus cemeteries up to "acceptable lev- grandfathers helped some way with the $20,000 for consultants and engi- els." Under provincial law, aban- neering. doned cemeteries become the In the discussion that followed, responsibility of the municipality both the mayor and Councillor Bev in which they are located. Council Northeast agreed that the problems decided to allocate $30,000 this WANTED year, plus $5,000 taken from the physician recruitment budget, and $65,000 in 2015. VIEWPOINTS Large expenses also loom for upcoming budget years. Clerk Debbie Leroux had $150,000 ow well do you know the highways and plugged into the 2015 budget for a byways of Uxbridge Township? The first generator for the township hall. She person each week to call into our office told councillors that without a gen- H erator the township offices would number, 905-852-1900, and correctly iden- have no telephones or computers tify the location of our photo, will receive a operational during a blackout. "In an emergency, the township prize; this week, it’s two tickets to any offices would be the communica- Uxbridge Bruins home hockey game. Last tions hub," she said. "In a blackout, week’s Viewpoints was one of the sox hang- we can't do anything." Backing her up, Regional For a book about the Foster Memorial, ing in the window of On The Lamb. Councillor Jack Ballinger said that, to be published in the spring of 2014 in the event of a major storm, photo by Lisha Van Nieuwenhove council would regret that it had the Do you have: foresight to do something but had- n't followed through. • Family photos, memoirs, diaries or letters relating to the construction Council agreed to set aside of the Memorial in 1935 and 1936? $50,000 in 2015 and $100,000 in • Photographs, paintings or drawings of the Memorial, either interior or exterior? 2016 for the generator. Budget deliberations continue this week and next, with some depart- If you would be willing to have these used for research,or reproduced in the ments schedule to return with book, please call author revised numbers on some projects. Conrad Boyce at 905-852-4969 The Uxbridge Cosmos 12 Thursday, December 12th 2013 Cosmos Business Bulletin Board STAN - Your Local Tree Service UNIQUE L. MARTINS Handyman 905-852-5313 CHRISTMAS PAINTING GIFTS Interior & Exterior

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two years have perfectly set the stage I grab the daily newspaper The read and I recommend it to you. for something like Chong's new Nation. Best way to catch up on While reading the book several e- Stemp’s Stew bill. Conservative MP Mark what's happening on this small mails arrived from friends in Warawa had his right to make a island and get a handle on the many Ottawa wanting to know if I knew statement in the House blocked, activities the island offers. Quite Ronnie Egan of Uxbridge. They had column by Harry Stemp prompting a number of often there will be international just received the latest issue of out of the party. Some MPs have Conservative backbenchers to speak news which covers a vast part of the Zoomer Magazine with a wonderful, For many revolted, even resigned because they out in support of him. Conservative globe but any news from Canada is interesting story about Ronnie by years back- felt, along with voters, the growing MP Brent Rathgeber quit the few and far between. Not this sea- the other half (I would say 'better' benchers in discontent that the PMO is all-pow- Conservative caucus after his private son. but don't want to hurt Ted's feel- the Federal Government have com- erful and does not listen to MPs member's bill on public service Ford sure didn't let me down. The ings) of the Barris family, Jane plained they must be seen, but not duly elected to represent the people salary disclosure was overhauled by second day when I opened the paper MacAulay. The senders were so heard. Toe the party line and take all across Canada. In theory, the other Conservative MPs - Rathgeber there was a half-page article on the impressed with our Ronnie, now in orders from the Prime Minister's “rebalancing” that Chong seeks believed the Conservative leadership latest Mayor Ford antics in Toronto. her 90s with more energy than most Office, which has meant that many could free MPs to think and act had engineered the changes. Last As I said before “it's an ill wind that of the younger people who sent me elected members feel they are not more independently, and that could month, as part of its investigation of blows no good”. Ford's antics will the e-mails. One friend said, free to express their opinions and reinvigorate the proceedings of the the deal between Mike Duffy and be of little, or no, interest to the “Ronnie sounds like one interesting the concerns of their constituents House - leading to the sorts of free Nigel Wright, the RCMP released average Bajan but it will remind lady and I'm sure you know her who elected them. Now one such votes, unpredictable debates and emails that suggested the Prime them that every city has a cross to Harry”. backbencher, Michael Chong, the unhindered committee investiga- Minister's Office had directed edits bear and, in spite of Mayor Ford, Well I sure do. Ronnie was a dear Conservative MP for the Ontario tions that seem to have been of a Senate committee report on Toronto is one of the greatest cities friend of my Mother and, as mem- riding of Wellington-Halton Hills, replaced by proceedings of the cur- Duffy. Chong is quick to point out in Canada and the world - and all bers of the Legion Auxiliary, pre- is hoping that he can buck the trend rent Commons. It could bring new that this has nothing to do with the that good publicity is free. pared many a meal in the Legion and do something about it. significance to the individual MP - a leadership of Prime Minister ------kitchen. I have always admired the It is a daunting task, but Chong creature that is too easily, and too Harper, whom he strongly supports. Uxbridge sure isn't too far away work that Ronnie has done and, hopes the resolution he tabled in the often, ignored by the PMO's office It is about changing the system. from me during this winter season. despite her age, is still doing for House of Commons will strengthen in the current situation. Hearing all of the above, it is not Sipping a cold one and basking in many worthy causes in our commu- the principle on which our demo- “These are important changes that hard to agree with Chong that the the warm Caribbean sun, I am thor- nity. Interesting that Ted mentions cratic institutions in Canada were I truly believe will restore backbenchers are being treated oughly enjoying reading The Great Ronnie in the forward of his book founded: the principle of responsi- Canadians' faith in their badly and are having difficulty serv- Escape - A Canadian Story by our “Special thanks to my neighbour, ble government. Speaking simply Parliament,” Chong says, “and also ing the needs of their constituents. very own Ted Barris. It is a wonder- Navy veteran Ronnie Egan, for her and evenly Chong said, “Mr. will reconnect Parliament much I'm sure all of us want to see our sys- fully accurate story of the daring homemade sandwiches that helped Speaker, this bill is based on some more closely to local constituen- tem of government remain strong escape by Canadian prisoners of war me maintain my daily writing very old ideas, ideas that people like cies.” and well respected and I, for one, from Stalag Luft III during the 2nd quota.” Robert Baldwin and Louis At the very least, it might force wish Michael Chong much success World War. I'm sure most saw the That's our Ronnie and I am so Lafontaine put forward that estab- both Canadians and their parlia- in his battle to bring our system of movie The Great Escape, which was proud to call her a 'friend'. Doesn't lished the principles on which mod- mentarians to confront serious government back to the people. very enjoyable but, as Ted points matter how far one travels, ern Canadian political institutions questions about the state of the Hope you agree. out in the book, the movie was Uxbridge is never that far way. are based. These ideas have laid the House of Commons and what, if ------miles away from what actually hap- foundations for this country, and I anything, must be done to return it Mentioned in the last Stew my take pened. Born in 1934, I was old hope that this bill, if adopted, will to first principles. Chong describes on the Toronto Mayor Rob Ford enough to realize strengthen those ideas and allow our his proposals as “foundational,” and fiasco and how it was creating pub- what the war was all Parliament to flourish in the 21st there will likely be a lively debate licity for Toronto in places where it about and the pain century.” about the bill's implications for par- is usually non-existent. Well, it and sorrow it For years, backbench MPs have ties, Parliament and the political doesn't end there. Leaving Florida brought to many had to toe the party line or face seri- system. and arriving in my beloved Canadian families. ous discipline, even being thrown Events in the House over the last Barbados for two months, as usual, Ted's book is a great Shenderey Gymnastics brings home 50 medals from Provincial Qualifier and Elite Screening by Amy Hurlburt very well in their respective categories Elite Canada this February in Montreal, dedicated,” affirms in round one: Jessica Turza, Kylie with a score that awarded her a $500 Kerler. Shenderey Gymnastics has returned tri- Turpin, Jackie Clegg, and Olivia Kerr bursary to help with travel expenses. The second qualify- umphant from their first Ontario each finished first overall in their cate- “The bursary is awarded based on her ing round will be held Provincial qualifier and Elite screening gories; Mya Graham, Katie Ferriera, results; since when she attends Elites, the weekend of for Gymnastics Ontario this past week- Jenny Haydock, and Jennifer Ward fin- she will technically be representing February 1-2, 2014. end in Burlington. ished second overall, Isabelle Kagawa, Ontario, and it's a way to show support With four champions and five Silver Taylor Priest, and Payton Moore for our provincial athletes,” explains Overall championships, head coach achieved fourth overall in their cate- Kerler, noting that the coaches also Alanna Kerler is feeling confident: “I gories; Kristen Yip achieved fifth over- receive a bursary of $100 to help the THIS FRIDAY NIGHT!! think we're in a very good position to all, Megan Silver seventh overall, and athletes achieve their goals. Gymnast do very well in the next two qualifiers- Gwyneth Jones ninth overall. Emma Milne also competed at the Elite the girls have worked very hard and Shenderey Gymnastics also placed screening, but was unable to compete they've done well.” exceptionally well last month in the in all events due to an injury. Despite DECEMBER 13, 7:45 p.m. This meet was the first of three for the Women's Tour Selection Competition only being able to perform her bar rou- Provincial qualifiers, and the top 32 in Borden, with six athletes qualifying tine, Milne received a Bronze medal in gymnasts after the three qualifying for the Cancun Classic in January to the National Novice category. Against Port Perry rounds will compete in the Provincials represent Ontario and Canada in Shenderey Gymnastics has been locat- At the Uxbridge Arena Championships this April. The number Mexico. This achievement is even more ed in Newmarket since 1984, and At the Uxbridge Arena of athletes they compete against for notable, given that the tour team is opened its Uxbridge location in each qualifier varies depending on the made up of only the top eight athletes February, 2012. The competitive pro- Sunday, Dec. 15, number of registrants, but there can be at the competition. gram in Uxbridge began this year. well over 60 competitors competing for Two athletes from Shenderey attended While a handful of athletes are from against Port Perry an elusive spot in the Provincials the Elite screening on the same day, Uxbridge and the surrounding area, 6:50 p.m. Championships. Seventeen girls attend- where the gymnasts must obtain a there are also many dedicated gymnasts ed from Shenderey Gymnastics, accom- screening score that puts them at the who travel from far and wide to train panied by head coach Alanna Kerler “Canadian” status in their individual here: “I think we have three carpools EVERYTHING ‘BRUIN’ AT WWW.UXBRIDGEBRUINS.COM levels, in order to compete with other that travel here from Barrie to train…” and coaches Chris Hanley and Liz PLEASE Remember to bring a new, Mati. national athletes. At the Elite screening, notes Kerler. “The girls work very hard: While there are two more qualifying gymnast Nika Takagi obtained second they train between 20-25 hours a week unwrapped toy to any Bruins Home Game rounds to go, the girls have all placed overall in the Junior High-Performance and that's in addition to their school category. She also qualified to attend work, travel time, etcetera. 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Kenya. For more information, or loop hike, some hills. Meet at the ed. Tax receipts are issued for to participate, contact pjwil- parking area on the west side of Financial Donations. Donations Coming Up [email protected] Uxbridge Conc. 7, 2 km south of may be dropped in the Food Side Trail. 1+ hr., 4 km moderate Sun., Dec. 15, The Chamber Durham Rd. 21. Contact: Russ Bank Box at Zehrs or at St. THIS WEEKEND pace loop hike, some hills. Meet Choir concert, 3 p.m., at Burton 905 830 2862 Andrew's Presbyterian Church Thurs., Dec. 12., The at the trial entrance on the east Trinity United Church. Tickets Fri. Dec. 20, 9:30 a.m. Oak Monday to Friday 9 a.m.-noon. Uxbridge Optimist's side of Conc. 6, 1.5 km south of available from Blue Heron Books Ridges Trail Association The Loaves & Fishes Food Bank Fantasy of Lights begins, run- Durham Rd. 21. Contact: Russ or Presents, Presents, or at the Hike: Brock Tract 2+hr., 10+ km will be closed Wednesday ning through to Dec. 31. 6 p.m. - Burton 905 830 2862 door ($20, $15 for seniors and fast pace loop hike with some December 25, 2013 and 9:30 p.m. each night. No admis- Sat., Dec. 14, 8 - 12. All students). hills. Meet at parking area on the Wednesday January 1, 2014. sion fee but donations gratefully you can eat breakfast with Sun., Dec. 15, “We Three east side of Uxbridge Conc. 6, Instead, the Food Bank will be accepted and utilized by youth Santa at Annina's Bakery in Spies” a travelling chil- 5.5 km south of Durham Rd. 21. open on Monday December 30, organizations in Uxbridge. Goodwood with proceeds going dren’s Christmas musical, Contact: Russ Burton 905 830 2013 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Grand Opening December 14, 6 to Goodwood Public School Uxbridge Baptist Church. 2862 Community Soup Lunch, p.m. Grade 4/5 class for Workshop at 3:30 p.m., perform- Fri., Dec. 20, Blood Donor Wednesdays from 12 - 1:30 Fri., Dec. 13, 9:30 a.m. Oak H.A.V.H.A.C. (Help A Family ance at 6:30 p.m. Raises aware- Clinic, Uxbridge Seniors’ p.m., until Dec.18. At the Ridges Trail Association Have A ness, support and child sponsor- Centre, 1:30 - 7 p.m. Presbyterian Church on Toronto Hike: East Duffins Creek/Glen Christmas). ship for St. Stephen;s Children’s St. South. Donate as you are able UPCOMING Major 9+ km, 2.5 hr. loop hike. Christmas Trees for Sale with pro- Home in Kenya. For more infor- to support The Loaves and Fishes Meet at parking lot off Uxbridge ceeds going to Goodwood mation, or to participate, contact Wed., Dec. 25, Christmas Foodbank, and North House. Conc. 7, 6 km south of Durham Public School and The Jennifer [email protected] Day Dinner at 12:00 noon. Hospital Auxiliary Rd. 21 or 1 km north of Ashliegh Foundation, The dinner is open to everyone “Chances Are” Store on NEXT WEEK Uxbridge/Pickering town line. 9 - 12. that wishes at the Senior's Centre Bascom Street accepting good Contact: Kevin Lowe 416 655 Sat., Dec. 14, Bach to Blues Tues., Dec. 17, 1:15 and at 75 Marietta Street. If you wish fall and winter clothing. Proceeds 2256 (hike day only) Company's 14th annual 6:30 p.m. Holiday Concert to come we would appreciate to Uxbridge Cottage Hospital. Fri., Dec. 13., The Men of Christmas concert. 2:30 p.m. at Goodwood Public School you contacting St.Pauls Anglican CHRISTMAS STORE NOW Note Male Voice Choir pres- & 7:30 p.m. Tickets $12 in Tues., Dec. 17, 1 p.m., Church, 905-852-7016, to con- OPEN. ents “Christmas in Uxbridge. 7 advance, $15 at the door.,$6 Uxbridge Senior Citizens' firm your attendance. However, p.m. at St. Paul’s Anglican children's ticket for the afternoon Club "TEA" and Christmas you are welcome to attend even If you have a community event Church. 905-852-7016 concert (children 12 and under). Carols. Bring a friend or relative if you do not contact us in for a charity or non-profit organi- Fri., Dec. 13, 7 - 10 p.m. 354 Sunset Blvd., Stouffville and your Mug. New Members advance. There is no cost and zation that you’d like us to men- YOUTH DANCE at the Arena; Sat., Dec. 14, “We Three Welcome! Memberships $10.00 transportation can be provided. tion, please contact us at thecos- Grades 4 to 8; Admission $7.00 Spies” a travelling chil- pp/ per year. [email protected] or 905-852- in support of the USS Drama dren’s Christmas musical, Wed., Dec. 18, 9:30 a.m. ONGOING 1900. The deadline for our next Class January production of “The Trinity United Church. Workshop Oak Ridges Trail Loaves & Fishes Food Bank issue is 6 p.m. Sunday. Crucible”. at 3:30 p.m., performance at 7 Association Hike: is open Wednesdays 1-4 p.m. for Sat., Dec. 14, 7:00 a.m. p.m. Raises awareness, support Walker\Glen Major Forest 14+ those requiring assistance. All Oak Ridges Trail and child sponsorship for St. km, 4+hr. moderate to fast pace donations are always appreciat- Association Hike: Al Shaw Stephen;s Children’s Home in Zephyr News UXBRIDGE TOY DRIVE NEEDS YOUR HELP HELP OUT DANNY MOORE - DROP IN AND GET YOUR TICKET FOR A with Mary Dube Right now, the Toy Drive has only brought in half the DRAW ON A SCRUMPTIOUS PRIME RIB ROAST - $250 VALUE amount of toys it needs. Christmas is quickly approach- There's more than meets the eye ing, and unfortunately, need has increased here in • Free Range Poultry at "Karen's Kraft Korner", 11700 Uxbridge. The goal is to reach 1,500 new, unwrapped • Farm Fresh Beef Concession 3. Karen is an award toys. Drop off your contribution at Canadian Tire, • Ontario Lamb winning "green" artist who not McDonald’s, Zehrs, M&M Meats, Walmart, or at the • Preservative-Free Deli Meats only puts love into every piece she Bruins game on Friday UUxbridgexbridge T Toyoy D Drivrive • Hormone-Free Meats creates, but also purpose. Part of night. 22013013 the proceeds from her seasonal 3 Brock Street West decorations, unique gifts, jew- OPEN SUNDAYS 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. ellery and custom décor for house 905-852-9892 www.themeatmerchant.ca and garden go to support cancer patients. Karen helps in any way she can, including taking care of the pets of patients undergoing cancer treatment. (Christmas Hours: Tues./Wed., 3 - 7 p.m., Thurs./Fri., 3 - 9 p.m., and Sat./Sun., 10 - 5 p.m.) Christmas Eve services will be held at Zephyr Missionary Church and Zephyr United Church at 7 p.m. You don't have to be a church member to drop in and enjoy the special Christmas Music at the Church of your choice. You are always welcome. Everyone is also welcome to enjoy "Breakfast with Santa" on December 14, starting at 8:30 a.m. The delicious breakfast is not only for kids and the proceeds are donated to the Zephyr Community. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL! The Uxbridge Cosmos 15 Thursday, December 12th 2013 Bruins in a slump Leaskdale News with Helen Harrison Winter seems to have arrived a bit church, then tour the manse 1 - 4 by Roger Varley own, the Bruins scored at the six- came back when Brent Hambly, ahead of schedule. Cold, windy p.m. minute mark when Dylan Locke cruising near the Bruins' blue line, weather has been normal lately, and Our best wishes to Lois Taylor who With back-to-back losses to the tipped in a blue line blast from picked up a long, long pass from is promising to continue. is making a good recovery from knee Clarington Eagles on the weekend, Carter Vahey. Connor Beck also behind the Eagles' net and beat net- Our thoughts have certainly been replacement surgery at Markham- the Uxbridge Bruins find them- received an assist. The Eagles came minder Cody Northover with the with the Moore and Tait Families in Stouffville Hospital last week. selves in a slump with only one win close to making it 3-1 in the dying last goal of the game. the aftermath of the dreadful farm- Leaskdale W.A. will meet at the in their last five games. seconds when a defensive mistake With the two losses, the Bruins' ing accident recently in the church on Wednesday, Dec. 18. A At the arena on Friday, the Eagles allowed a Clarington forward to record now is 11 wins, eight losses Sandford area. hot and cold pot-luck luncheon will won 4-1 in what was a rather pedes- skate in alone on goalie Max Tjin, and two overtime losses for 24 The Lucy Maud Montgomery be a 12 p.m., program to follow. All trian game, with a number of lapses who made the save. points, good enough for third place Society are planning a church serv- ladies are welcome to attend. by the Bruins defence contrasting The Eagles finally got their third in the OHA Junior C Central ice at The Historic Leaskdale Christmas Eve Services at St.Paul's with the inspired play of forward goal with 14 minutes gone in the Division. The powerhouse Lakefield Church on Sunday, Dec. 15, at 1 Leaskdale Church will be at 5, 7, Tyson Eastgate, who was particular- third, again the result of a lapse by Chiefs, with an astounding 110 p.m. Elgin Whitfield will be con- and 9 p.m., with hospitality to fol- ly effective on the penalty kills. In the Bruins defence. 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All that's left •15 voting member and nine non-voting enough of the membership seemed to every player in the youth asso- now, it seems, is to get the membership to member positions would make up the know about what was being proposed. ciation. vote “yes” and the Uxbridge Minor board (as per OMHA guidelines) One parent stated that she had only found Concern was also raised Hockey Association, the Uxbridge Youth •one board would give a united voice out about the meeting two weeks before- about the actual voting date Hockey Association, and the North within the town of Uxbridge. The hand, and was worried that the general and time, which is January Durham Girls Hockey Association (which Uxbridge Bruins would also be included membership had not been given enough 12, 2014, at 8 p.m. Some is affiliated with the UYHA) will become on mutual matters). information about the proposed amalga- present felt that it was an one as yet unnamed governing body that •It will be easier to mover house league mation. Several members of the amalga- inopportune time to hold an will oversee all OMHA/OWHA level players over to rep. hockey mation committee confirmed that infor- important event. Davenport hockey in Uxbridge. •There will be no changes to resident mation had been posted on each associa- explained that it was difficult An information meeting was held on boundaries. tion's respective websites, and that some to find a time when it was Sunday evening at the arena by the •All house league games and practices will emails had been sent out. Pat Molloy, possible for absolutely all of Amalgamation Committee's, and was be held at the Uxbridge arena Ward 2 councilor, attended the meeting as the membership to come out designed to present to the membership of •The North Durham Blades (girls rep.), an interested party, and said that he had and vote, and that this was the the above-mentioned associations every- who play in both Uxbridge and Port Perry, investigated the UMHA website and best time the committee thing necessary for them to make an will be guaranteed some games in found some information there, but had could come up with. One informed decision on January 12, 2014, Uxbridge. Girls house league games will found none on the UYHA site. meeting attendee stated that, which is when the vote for or against amal- continue to be played in Uxbridge. “I've been on the websites, and I just if voter turnout was not great, gamation will take place. •PeeWee and below will guaranteed one don't think that you've told them [the then it meant that the general Richard Davenport, president of the game and practice in town. membership] about it,” said Molloy. membership was either in UYHA/NDGHA, laid out all the advan- •The girls teams would have the same ben- Both Davenport and Pollard, as well as favour of whatever the out- tages to amalgamation, highlighting that efits as the boys teams, and still remain other members of the amalgamation com- come would be, or that it real- the main purpose of the merger of the rostered with the Ontario Women's mittee, said that information had been ly didn't care. associations was to make hockey better for Hockey Association. posted on the websites. One meeting On January 12, the amalga- the kids playing the game. •Both boards unanimously voted on mov- attendee did say that she had received an mation committee will hold He began by assuring those present that ing the amalgamation process along; both email about the information meeting from another information meeting there would be no changes to house league associations must have a two-thirds major- her convenor. held, much like the one that hockey. He went on to explain that amal- ity vote to make it a reality. It was decided that, in order to ensure the was held on Sunday. Then the gamation of the two associations would When asked if there were any negatives to information about the upcoming vote on two associations will meet at make registration with the OMHA much be presented with regards to amalgama- more efficient because there would be only tion of the two leagues, several commit- one registrar, rather than the current two tee members from both boards joked (one for each association). that, although they had had meetings on He also said that amalgamation would this very topic, the committee could not Buckingham Fine Art result in better communication with the find any! regional director (of the OMHA), that one Dan Pollard, president of the Uxbridge presents board would make all decisions, and that Minor Hockey Association, took over meeting times would be reduced by more from Davenport halfway through the than 50 per cent. presentation, and took the opportunity The biggest plus for amalgamation, said to explain in laymen's terms why the Country Christmas Davenport, was the fact that ice schedul- amalgamation was being proposed. ing would become more efficient and that “Do we have an agenda? Yes! Kids' one governing body would be better able hockey here in Uxbridge. It's just not a December 2013 to coordinate ice time to suit both house sustainable structure the way that it is league and rep hockey in Uxbridge. now. We're not here to create more rep Player development will become much hockey. We just want to make it better A Gallery Show of All Our Artists more prevalent if amalgamation occurs, as for the kids.” it could be shared across both the house There were less than 25 people in 100 Paintings and Sculptures on view league and minor hockey players. A new attendance at the meeting (out of a

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