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Program at Mike’s No Frills) and a Paying it forward by saving it forward local organization or charity chosen by the store (Spryfield Boys and Girls Club). At the end of the event, the donations are counted and the store makes a cheque donation to the charity for the collected amount. President’s Children’s Charity President’s Choice® Children’s Charity (PCCC) is committed to the health and wellness of young Canadi- ans. Through both corporate and community fundraising, the Charity seeks to help as many children as possible through family grants and support of childhood nutrition programs - ulti- mately having a positive impact on the next generation of Canadians. Since 1989, the Charity has granted over $146 million helping over 3.1 million Canadian children and families. For more details please visit pc. ca/charity. McNabs Island stands on guard from Confederation

Mike MacIntyre, store owner of Mike’s No Frills in Spryfield, presents a cheque for $1119 to Lieut. Alex MacDonald of the Spryfield Salvation Army for their to the Cold War breakfast program. Looking on are, far left, Kelly Currie, Salvation Army major gifts representative, and far right, Lieut. Rhonda MacDonald, Spryfield Salva- tion Army. Funds for the donation were raised in-store through Save It Forward, a unique coupon program that provides No Frills shoppers with savings on Special presentation of the Friends of their own groceries and also gives them the opportunity to donate to one of three local charitable organizations at no personal cost – a win-win for customers and the community! McNabs Island – April 12, 2017 Join the Friends of McNabs Island Feed Everyone customers the opportunity to support shelf, on displays and on our coupon Society for our 27th Annual General The customer value proposition of local charities and organizations when boards. When the participating item Meeting and presentation on Wednes- No Frills is FEED EVERYONE. Feed they redeem coupons from participat- is purchased, the customer redeems day, April 12 at 6:30 pm in the Small Everyone reminds us that we pro- ing partners. part of the coupon for savings on their Craft Gallery of the Maritime Muse- vide Canadians from all walks of life Our Spring 2017 partners in- grocery bill and the other part of the um of the Atlantic, 1675 Lower Water with easy access to life’s necessities, clude: Mondelez, Reckitt Benckiser coupon can be donated at no personal Street, on the Halifax waterfront. including quality fresh food, grocery (Canada) Inc., P&G, Kraft, Danone, cost into one of three community Special guest speaker will be Dr. items, home essentials and more – all Parmalat, Maple Leaf and President’s donation boxes. The donation bin Jay White, an historian specializing at low prices. Choice. choices include: President’s Choice® in Atlantic Canadian and military his- Save It Forward Customers can find great Save Children’s Charity, a local food bank tory, who has taught at several Atlantic Save it Forward gives No Frills It Forward coupon offers in-store at (Spryfield Salvation Army Breakfast (See McNabs Island on page 2)

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This latter piece of land is on the Pond, each with a long history and a eastern side of Long Lake. It included beautiful wooded walking trail around the western half of Hail Pond, and it. Both ponds have provided years of extended west into what we now call enjoyment for local residents. Long Lake Provincial Park. The name for Frog Pond in Jol- On 3 Jan. 1773, Barbara Hail, limore has been around for a lot of daughter of Daniel and Elizabeth, years, a name given by local residents married Phillip Merlin. Several chil- who were probably unfamiliar with dren were born to this couple, includ- any of its earlier names. The Morning ing John Daniel Merlin who settled Chronicle on 9 January 1899 reported in Prospect, Nova Scotia. Daniel “excellent skating on Frog Pond”. On Hail, at the age of 68, died 27 Janu- 15 Jan. 1912, the same newspaper ary 1800. His death record in Halifax suggested taking Robinson’s Ferry at newspapers gave his widow’s name as the Arm for “a short cut to the excel- Skating on Frog Pond, abt. 1915, courtesy Mainland South Heritage Society. Shown in the photo Margaret. A marriage of Daniel Hail lent skating on Frog Pond.” At the are residents of Jollimore, left to right: George Jollimore, Fred Boutilier, Francis (Tiny) Slaunwhite, Eli to Margaret Williams was recorded turn of the 20th century military bands Slaunwhite (father of Francis) and Josiah Boutilier (father of Fred). at St. George’s Church, Halifax, on 7 from the Garrison in Halifax played blocks and stored in local icehouses. Maria Elizabeth. Records continued April 1795. Margaret died 20 January for skating parties on the lake, circu- Frog Pond was not a popular place to to show Daniel, Maria Elizabeth and 1808 and was listed in records as the lating an invitation to Halifax resi- swim but two or three families from one child, Barbara, until 1760 in the widow of Daniel. dents to join them at Dingle Lake. Jollimore swam there. My family was Lunenburg County area. In addition to the walking trail Maps and deeds describing the one of them. By 1765, according to Minutes of around Hail Pond, swimming and land surrounding this small body Another popular walking trail is off Council, Anthony Henry and Daniel canoeing are popular in summer, as is of water always show it as a lake. Northwest Arm Drive and takes you “Hoil” each applied for a grant of 500 skating in winter. Before Stoneridge When Joseph Miles, a farmer, bought around Hail Pond, not far from Walter acres of land in Lieblin Manor, adjoin- Subdivision was built, children and the land around the pond in 1830, it Havill Drive in Stoneridge Subdivi- ing the 500 acre grants of Henry Lieb- adults walked through wooded paths became known as Miles Lake. On the sion. The name Hail was written and lin and Jacob Bauer/Bower. Hail’s lot, from Quarry Road in Armdale to 1865 Halifax County map it is Mur- spelled several ways, sometimes part of early Spryfield, was known as swim or skate on the pond. Since the phy Lake, named for Arthur Murphy, Heull, Hoil, Hail, Hale and Höhl. number three in Lieblin Manor, and building of Stoneridge, accessibility to a mason, who owned the land north- Johann Daniel Höhl, after whom the was located on the western side of Hail Pond has improved and is worth west of Frog Pond. In the 1870s the pond was named, came to Halifax as Long Lake. He sold that lot in 1777 to exploring. lake had a new owner when Sandford a foreign Protestant on the ship Gale Fleming bought several parcels of in 1752. He was 22 years old, unmar- land from William Cunard, the Arthur ried, from Palatinate. On the ship’s list Murphy estate, and Frederick Jolli- his name was spelled Huil but Dan- more on the western side of the North- iel’s signature was clearly written as west Arm. Fleming referred to his Johann Daniel Höhl, according to Dr. lands as the Dingle Lands and Dingle Winthrop Bell in “Foreign Protestants Lake became the name of choice. of Nova Scotia”. He married almost The word Dingle, it is thought, as soon as he arrived in Halifax, was used to describe its shape, a dell before the passengers were permitted or deep hollow surrounded by woods. to leave the ship. No marriage record “Dingle” had been applied to the land was found but John Daniel and his and lake before Fleming purchased it wife, Barbara Rosina, appeared on the and to this day the meaning and use of victualling list in Halifax in October the name remains a mystery. Occa- 1752 and from February to April, sionally, during Fleming’s ownership, 1753. In May 1753 they left Halifax when a reference was being made for Lunenburg with several hundred to Frog Pond, people would call it other foreign Protestants. Fleming’s Lake. Today people know Records show John Daniel Huell it only as Frog Pond and it continues receiving land in Mahone Bay and to be popular for skating. In the past, Lunenburg. When John Daniel’s before refrigeration was available, the daughter, Maria Barbara, was baptized winter ice in Frog Pond was cut into 22 April 1755, his wife was listed as

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The and banners throughout the Business (SBC) was proud to take on the original We have created a monthly goal will be to develop the infrastructure Improvement District) in addition to start up work to create the Long Lake newsletter;assisted in the Sambro Days needed for the Urban Farm and may organizing and carrying out the nine Provincial Park and then subsequently festival; and promoted several Chebucto include a Cultural Heritage Arts Centre special events identified and approved form the Long Lake Provincial Park As- Minor Hockey Tournaments, includ- which could include a commercial teach- by the Board of Directors. sociation, who are now managing and ing the upcoming Chebucto Minor ing kitchen, café and programing facili- Should you have any suggestions operating the Park. Hockey Midget AA Provincial Hockey ties that can double as an events centre. or input to share we would love to hear Tournament. We continue to take the At the request of Councillor Adams from you. 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2 Mont Street 902-477-9463 Come in and check us out!!! www.waternwine.com Page 10 April 2017 • Chebucto News local obituaries Rowena MacDonald, our precious Francis Patrick “Frank” Brooks wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and Age 91, Spryfield, passed away sud- Courtesy of J. Albert Walker Funeral Homes Ltd. 902-477-5601 mother-in-law, on Wednesday, March denly on Tuesday March 7, 2017. He 1, 2017 in Ocean View Continuing was a son of the late Frank and Alvina Rev. Gordon W. Relf be sent to the family by visiting www. Care, Eastern Passage, NS. Rowena (Landry) Brooks. Frank received his Relf, Rev. Gordon William: 71, walkerfh.com was born January 24, 1932, to the late early education in Halifax and subse- Dartmouth, formerly of Spryfield, Robert Greenwood and Helen Mur- quently studied at the University of passed away peacefully on Febru- Betty E. Marchant ray (Greenwood). Rowena worked for Notre Dame in Indiana, U.S.A. to be- ary 21, 2017 at the VG Site, QEII, 91, Spryfield, passed away on Mon- Dalhousie University in the book- come a Roman Catholic Priest. Upon Halifax, NS. Born in Halifax, he day, February 20, 2017. Born in East- store, at Simpsons, and had worked his return home, he made the decision was a son of the late Frederick and bourne, England in 1925, Betty was a for 22 years for Canada Post, from that the priesthood was not for him. Margaret (Woodroffe) Relf. Gordon school teacher in England before her where she retired. She was a per- His next endeavor took him to The was an Associate Priest and a life marriage. She later taught mentally son of deep faith and was one of the Provincial Normal College in Truro. long member of Emmanuel Anglican handicapped children, with whom she founding members of St. Michael’s Upon his graduation, he was pre- Church, and as a child, he served the had a special rapport, in both Ottawa Church in Spryfield. In 1948, before sented with the highest student award, Altar and was in Junior Choir. He and Halifax. Betty was the last surviv- St. Michael’s Church was built, she the Governor General Medal. For over had several jobs throughout his life ing member of her immediate family. would set up Kent Theatre for Mass thirty years Frank taught at several dealing with people, sometimes under She will be missed by all who knew on Sundays. She loved her family schools in Halifax. The majority of stressful circumstance, which was a and loved her. She is survived by her dearly, and always wanted to celebrate his teaching career was spent at the solid background for his ministries as loving husband of 65 years, Bill; son, birthdays and Christmas to the fullest, Sir Frederick Fraser School (school a Priest, his true calling. He served Mark (Terry) of Berwick and their always wanting her family close by. for the blind) in Halifax. Upon his several times as Warden, Chairman of children, Andre, Danielle and Warren Rowena loved her animals, espe- retirement in 1980, at the age of 55, the Scouting Group Committee, and (Candy); great granddaughter, Haley; cially her cats, too which there has he took an extensive trip to Europe. Sunday School Coordinator. He was daughter, Sarah (Brian Kozaczuk) of been many over the years. Rowena Frank enjoyed working in his garden, an avid golfer, and in his last years, he Vancouver, BC, and their children, is survived by her loving husband of he had a green thumb and everything fulfilled his dream of buying a motor- Calvin and Luna. Betty would never almost 65 years, Jim, her daughter, he planted flourished and grew. He cycle. Gordon is survived by his lov- pass a homeless person without mak- Rowena Baker, her son, Jamie (Chris- was an avid bingo player, Frank was ing wife, Susan, sons, Craig (Wendy), ing a donation. It would please her to tina), grandchildren, Allan (Carolyn), a faithful member of St. Michael’s Kitchener, ON, and Paul (Kristy), know that her friends would continue Jamie, and Sarah, brother, Joe (Ma- Roman Catholic Church where he Toronto, ON, his brother, Kenneth, this practice in her memory. rie), Stewiacke, sister-in-law, Marie taught Sunday school and was a lec- Halifax, his treasured grandchildren, Greenwood, Halifax, half-brother, tor. He was the last surviving member Tyler, Nicole, Amy and Sean, as well Lorna Marriott Danny Fleet, half-sisters, Diane Fleet of his immediate family. He is sur- as several nieces and nephews. He Marriott, Lorna Vivian- 92 of Spry- and Nancy Porter, brothers-in-law, vived by his niece and Goddaughter was predeceased by his sister, Eliza- field, sadly passed away at the QE11 Alex Cowie (Dolly), Edward Cowie Della Rose Greeno; great nephew and beth. In memory of Gordon, donations Health Sciences Center on February (Sandra), and Frank Cowie (Diane), Godson Michael Greeno and several may be made to the Canadian Can- 27, 2017. Born in Upper Tantal- as well as many nieces and nephews. other nieces. He was predeceased by cer Society or Emmanuel Anglican lon, she was the daughter of the late She was predeceased by her parents brothers, William, Gordon and sister Church. Words of condolence may Ephraim and Dorothy Hurshman. and her youngest daughter, Jo-Anne Josephine. He will be missed by his Lorna is survived by her sons, Barry Kelly in June of 2012, which broke family and friends. (Cathy), Middle Sackville and Brian her heart. She was also predeceased (Jean), Halifax; sister Dorothy Ash- by son-in-law, Allan Baker, brothers, Albert “Rick” Lawrence ford, Halifax; Grandchildren, Corey, Robert, Patrick and Basil, step-father, Age 73, Spryfield, we, the family of Mike, Kevin, Nicole, 8 Great grand- Gilbert Murray, mother-in-law, Mary Albert Charles Richard Lawrence children. Lorna was predeceased by Cowie, sisters-in-law, Ethel Green- are sorry to announce the passing her loving husband, Leslie, brothers wood and Florence Greenwood, of our loving husband, father, and Guy, Harvey and Norman; sisters nephews, Joey Greenwood, Patrick grandfather on March 9th, 2017, after Elsie, Jean, Hillie and Ena. In keeping Greenwood (son of Robert), and a short battle with cancer that was with Lorna wishes, in lieu of flowers Patrick Greenwood (son of Patrick), fought with courage, dignity, and donations may be made to a charity of and a special family friend, Herbert no complaints. He was employed at one’s choice. Keddy. A special thank you to Ocean HMC Dockyard for 4 years before View Continuing Care, especially Dr. moving on to the Biomedical Engi- Stanley V. Lake Nowlan, and all the amazing staff of neering Department at the Victoria 73, of Harriestfield, died peacefully Seaside Neighbourhood for all the General Hospital in Halifax for a 27 at the VG Site, QEII in Halifax, on excellent care and friendship provided year career. Through those years, February 26, 2017, surrounded by his to our wife and mom, Rowena, for he found time to help coach a Little family. Born in Murray Corner, N.B., the past 11 months. Donations may League Baseball team on Fort Need- he was a son of the late John and Jean be made to St. Michael’s Church or ham and volunteered for a Neighbour- Lake. Stanley was actively involved Ocean View Continuing Care, Eastern hood Watch program sponsored by in St. Paul’s United Church, and was Passage. Words of condolence may the Halifax Police Department. He Project Superintendent with Dexter be sent to the family by visiting www. also served 4 years with the Halifax Construction prior to his retirement. walkerfh.com branch of the Army Reserves. He was He will forever be missed by his an avid reader and never found a book loving wife, Karen; his sons, Bruce James A “Jim” Powell he didn’t like. He also enjoyed astron- (Dana), Scott (Jen), Jason (Holly), POWELL, James Arthur “Jim” - Age omy and watching the Toronto Blue and his four grandchildren, Zachary, 67, Spryfield, passed away peacefully Jay games and golf on TV, as well as Cailin, Emersyn, and Brody. He is on March 4, 2017. He was a son of the assorted other interests. He is survived also survived by his brothers, Winston late Arthur Powell and Grace Chad- by his wife of 48 years, Patricia “Pat”; (Margie) and Wallace (Meredith), of dock (Davy). He is survived by his children, Jeannette (Alfred Smith); Murray Corner N.B., along with many sister, Karen LeBlanc (Mitch); broth- Anthony; Jeffery (Amanda Friel) and other extended family members In er, Stephen Powell; nieces, Renee Michelle; grandchildren, Jacque- lieu of flowers, donations in Stanley’s Farnell (LeBlanc) and Andrea Porter line and Donald Smith; Aunt Jessie memory may be made to St. Paul’s (LeBlanc); great nieces and nephews. Lawrence and family in Ontario. He United Church, Spryfield or to a char- Thank you to Dr. Gregory MacMullin was predeceased by his parents Albert ity of the donor’s choice. and the staff of the Halifax Infirmary, and Viola (Binns). In lieu of flowers, Floor 8.3 for their care and compas- donations can be made to a char- Rowena M. MacDonald sion. Donations in memory may be ity of your choice. Though we wish 902-477-5601 MacDonald, Rowena Margerita – made to The Canadian Cancer Society Rick could have stayed longer, we’re Spryfield. It is with heavy hearts thankful for our many years of that we announce the passing of (See Obituaries on page 11) Chebucto News • April 2017 Page 11

Reg Horner Memorial Sports Pages Paquin seeks 5th National Boxing title Spryfield boxer Bianca Paquin is preparing for two upcoming tournaments; the first being the Miguel Cotto Tour- nament in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, and the second being the Canadian National Championship in Quebec City at the end of the month. If Paquin wins gold at this national championship, which she has at the previous four, she secures her spot for the 2020 Olympic cycle. Her rigorous training regimen has consisted of 3 training sessions a day at Fitness FX and the Capt William Spry Fitness Centre for the last 3 months. Seeing as training and travel costs are high, she is seek- The Atlantic Karate Club made an impressive showing at the first tournament for the 2017 Michael S. Delaney Memorial Cup on Saturday, March 11, 2017. Back-row, from left-right Chris White, Alana Slade, Sean Warner, Adrastea Slade, David Hogenbirk, Ray Dodge, Hamza Khan. Front-row, from left ing sponsors to help fund her Olympic to right Farouk Ahmed, Tiberius Slade, Keith Slade, Samantha Major, Saad Eldlio, John Gonzales, Mohammed Eldlio, Muhammed Khan. Missing is Ali dream. Any support helps! Khan, Sebastian Burns, Ishaan Sharma, and Yvonne Jennings. The AKC, established in 1969, is located on the top floor of the Chocolate Lake Centre, 14 Purcells Cove Road in Halifax. obituaries (continued from page 10) ing peanut butter balls for his friends laughter, love, and special memories. and caregivers. His biggest joys were We would sincerely like to thank all his children, of whom he was very our family and friends for the prayers, proud. He always looked forward to thoughts, and support during this their suppers together, and couldn’t time. We would also like to thank the wait for the next one.Tim was heavily nursing staff of 5B in the Centennial involved in his community, spend- Building for the wonderful care and ing time on the Otter Lake Landfill compassion shown to Rick through Committee and volunteering for local every stage of his illness and the kind- political campaigns.Besides his Mom ness shown to his family. and Dad, Tim is survived by his son, David (Stephanie) and daughter, Timothy Ralph “Tim” Adams Amanda, both of Timberlea and his Age 54, Timberlea, passed away with brother, Stephen (Colleen) of Bed- Halifax Hurricanes Lacrosse dignity after a relentless battle with ford. In memory of Tim, donations cancer, surrounded by his loving may be made to Hope for Wildlife or Registration is open family on March 16, 2017, at the V.G. directly to the Palliative Care Unit Spring is just around the corner and You can sign up today at http://hhla. Hospital. at the V.G., so that they can continue that means another season of Halifax ca/. Tim was born in Spryfield to Doug their incredible care. Hurricanes Lacrosse is about to start. Make sure you register by April and Shirley Adams of Greenfield. He We would like to thank Dr. Jeff This year the Hurricanes have a few 5th. April 5th is the deadline to worked as a plumber for the majority Colp and the caring and compassion- special promotions. First the registra- receive the new Lacrosse stick and of his life, until taking an interest in ate staff at the Palliative Care Unit on tion for Tykes has been reduced to just every player that signs up by April 5th snow plowing and heavy equipment. 7A. We would like to extend a special $99 and with every registration comes that uses promo code EARLY-BIRD In his free time, Tim enjoyed boat- thank you to Dr. Liam Mulroy, who a new Lacrosse stick. Tykes are play- will receive $25 off the cost of regis- ing, all-terrain vehicles, driving his cared for Tim for the past 19 years. ers born between 2009 and 2001. tration. Chevy Nova around the city, and mak- Largest selection of darts, dart Danielsons boards and General Store dart supplies 5 Dentith Road in Spryfield Page 12 April 2017 • Chebucto News Street repairs planned for District 11 by Stephen Adams, HRM Councillor, District 11 Dear Residents: something new. The Municipality offers Phone (902-490-6666) nity to describe the changes you would While the current frosty temperatures a variety of programs for people of all • Course codes for 1st choice and like to see in the broadcast. Of course, may suggest otherwise, winter is almost ages to swing into spring and summer alternates; • A valid credit card (VISA, all general meetings of Regional Coun- over and spring is on its way. With with renewed energy and activity. Mastercard, American Express) and cil are open to the public if you wish to spring comes the opportunity for renew- Halifax Recreation is preparing for expiry date attend in person. al all of all kinds, including that of our spring/summer programs throughout In Person Caregiver Support Group streets and roads. The 2017 construc- the region. The Captain William Spry • Cash, cheque, debit, or a valid Did you know that there is a Care- tion season will be an exciting time for Fitness Centre will be registering ap- credit card (VISA, Mastercard, Ameri- giver Support Group that meets in District 11 as there are a lot of capital plicants for its Summer Programs on can Express) Spryfield every month? This free work projects planned for our area. All March 23rd beginning at 10 a.m. Making Registration Easy group offers a confidential and friendly projects are subject to Regional Coun- 16 Sussex Street, Halifax, Phone: 902- • Ensure your account is set up for atmosphere to discuss experiences and cil’s approval of the final Budget at the 477-7665, Fax: 902-479-1177 online registration prior to the registra- receive helpful information. The group end of March, but the proposed list of This includes summer camps for tion date by calling the registration line meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month projects include: children between ages 5-12 with each at 902-490-6666; • Have your credit from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Spryfield Street Recapitalization: Layton Rd – week offering new and exciting themes card and course code ready; • Browse Wellness Centre, Rm 169, 16 Denith Herring Cove to Penny (integrated with for the most discriminating camper! through the catalogue and make any Road, Spryfield. For more information Halifax Water); Woodcrest Ave – Other summer programs for all age program inquiries prior to the start of regarding this free program, contact Herring Cove to End groups offered throughout HRM recre- registration for each season Brenda Sangster at 902.421.7390 or Asphalt Overlays: Rockingstone Dr – ation centres except aquatics will begin Also being “refreshed” this coming visit www.CaregiversNS.org Old Sambro to Ardwell Thursday, March 23rd . Registration season is the technology in the Coun- In March, we said goodbye to my Microsurfacing: Herring Cove Rd – for Aquatic programs for all levels takes cil Chambers at City Hall. As part of brother. For those of you who did not Old Sambro to Sylvia place June 7th and July 12th. this update, we want to make sure that know Tim, he was kind-hearted, loyal Crack Sealing: Herring Cove Rd – Old Online at https://eservices2.halifax.ca/ enhancements are made so interested and generous to a point where he would Sambro to Greystone; Alabaster Way – recconnect/Start/start.asp constituents can see live and first-hand give to others and go without for him- Drysdale to Lier; Brick Ln – Lier to cul- • A RecConnect login ID and Family Council issues, deliberations and deci- self. He was always there to help any- de-sac; Herring Cove Rd – Greystone to PIN; • Course codes for 1st choice and sions.You can offer suggestions for this one who asked, even when he struggled. Sarah; Lier Rd – Quartz to Alabaster alternates; • A valid credit card (VISA, process by going to http://shapeyour- I miss him dearly, but am thankful and Mica Cres – Alabaster (N) to Civic 32 Mastercard, American Express) and cityhalifax.ca/regional-council. There proud that he was my brother. Old Sambro Rd – City Limits to Half- expiry date are two brief questions and an opportu- way to Leiblin; Quartz Dr – Lier to Alabaster; Theakston Ave – Civic 8 to West End Four updates from the Federal gov’t Sidewalk Renewals: Leiblin Dr – 1. Investing in Atlantic growth by sup- tuned! Rockingstone to Old Sambro (S) (sec- demographic has to offer. In light of this, Liberal MPs across 3. Online town halls tion from Rockingstone to Elmdale is porting our fish and seafood sector. - Canada have set up constituency youth Through the fall and winter, the a carryover); Dentith Rd – Lanark to The fish and seafood sector is an im portant part of the economic and social councils, giving young people in their House of Commons sits very frequently Grocery Store Entrance (W); Dentith fabric of thousands of coastal and Indig- riding a chance to meet with them and for consecutive weeks, which means I Rd – Lanark to Herring Cove (W) enous communities in Canada, especial- advise their federal representative on am in Ottawa a fair amount. But staying Spring is also a great time to try ly here in Atlantic Canada. Every year, issues that matter to them. in touch with my constituents while I’m the industry generates over $2.3 billion Here in our riding, I’ve set up a in Parliament is important to me, and (GDP) for our Canadian economy. Halifax Youth Council which has now I’m always looking for ways to make So it’s not hard to understand why met three times since the fall. These 20 sure I am accessible wherever I am. Supporting Your our government is keen to support this extraordinary Haligonians share with Thankfully, the internet has made vital industry by doing everything we me their best ideas and vision for a bet- that rather simple. Just last month, I Community can to advance its sustainable economic ter, brighter Halifax and Canada. hosted an online town hall, live on growth. That’s why we have invested But more than that, they are also Facebook, and I heard from constitu- $325 million to establish the Atlantic taking on projects to make a positive ents that it was an effective engagement Fisheries Fund. impact on Halifax, in partnership with exercise. You can watch the recording ROYAL The Atlantic Fisheries Fund will me and my office. In our most recent on my Facebook page. In light of the support innovation in Atlantic Canada’s meeting, we began to put some of those positive feedback, I’m going to be do- fish and seafood sector in order to better projects into motion. Keep an eye out ing more of these online town halls in CANADIAN meet market demands for sustainably in the weeks and months ahead – it’s the weeks ahead. If you want to partici- sourced, high quality fish and seafood going to be exciting stuff! pate in one, just visit my website (www. products and to address the challenges The youth on my Halifax Youth andyfillmore.mp) and submit your ques- LEGION posed by changing ocean conditions. Council each serve a one year term. The tion. I’ll answer it live. It’ll also go toward increasing the ca- process for selecting next year’s council 4. #Vimy100 pacity of the Canadian fish and seafood will begin soon. If you are a youth in This year marks the 100th anniver- Earl Francis sector to develop existing markets and Halifax who is interested in this initia- sary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, the Spryfield Memorial enter new ones. tive, or know someone who is, stay (See Four updates on page 13) In addition, the funding will support Branch 152 infrastructure projects which could im- prove fish and seafood product quality and sustainability, as well as science partnerships to help better understand our scientific knowledge of the North Atlantic marine environment. The Atlantic Fisheries Fund is a partnership between the federal government and Atlantic Provinces, and includes cost-sharing. Indigenous peoples in Canada and other stakeholders will also be involved to assist with identifying potential priority areas as the fund rolls out. 2. Halifax Youth Council It is a myth that youth are apathetic. It’s a myth that they are disinterested in the political process. For too long, WE CARE political leaders have accepted this “alternative fact” and have taken for granted the amazing things our younger Chebucto News • April 2017 Page 13

extended time. It offers programs and I’m proud to represent the people of services that address the unique needs Halifax Armdale, and you can always The Armdale Report of urban indigenous families, helping contact me at [email protected] or (902) by the Honourable Lena Diab, MLA for Halifax Armdale them transition to independent living. 455-1610 if you have questions, com- I’ve been keeping very busy this spring, for their annual Spring Fling fundrais- I’d like to conclude by wishing you ments, or concerns about provincial and I’m happy to have been able to ing fair. From 9:00am-1:00pm, the and your family a very Happy Easter! matters. get out to the doorsteps once again church will be hosting a yard sale, silent to connect with constituents in their auction, crafts at their kid zone, and communities. It’s been great meeting a café for parents. Admission is just Mental health will be a with you face-to-face and hearing about $2.00, and kids under 12 get in for free. what issues matter most to you and your If you’d like to rent a table, you can do families. so by calling (902) 477-6770. I look focus in Nova Scotia I was very pleased to see that, of the forward to seeing many of you there, by Brendan Maguire, MLA for Halifax Atlantic more than $285,000 in Age-Friendly and expect to see many familiar faces Mental Health Investments Sadly our community lost two larger Community Grants awarded by the from last month’s tremendously suc- Mental health is something that im- than life individuals this month: Stan province last month, Chebucto Con- cessful Dingle painting party, hosted by pacts each and every one of us. It could Lake and Blaine James. Both individu- nections 55+ Hub received a grant of Creative Crew Art. impact a close friend, a family member als gave back to so many people in our $7,500. This money will create oppor- If you’re an experienced local film - or even yourself. community in their own ways. Their tunities to support, engage and include maker, or an amateur that wants to flex It is one of the single most important sudden passing has left not only a sense older adults in the community. Our your creative muscle, you’ll be excited issues we face as a society. For too long of loss with their families and friends, seniors have a lot of energy and experi- to hear that the first Spryfield Film mental illness was something we chose but within our entire community. May ence to share, and I know that providing Festival will be held later this year. The not to speak about, something that went you both rest in peace. them with greater resources to connect deadline for submitting your original undiagnosed and untreated. Please contact me anytime: and help others will benefit our neigh- short film is August 1, so there is lots This month saw our government Email: [email protected] bourhoods greatly. of time to plan and execute your short. take major steps forward in the area of Office number: (902) 444-0147 I had the unique opportunity last You can find out more about how to mental health. A mental health expert or add me to Facebook month to present awards at the prov- submit at http://myspryfield.org. panel led by Dr. Stan Kutcher and Starr Proud to be your MLA. ince’s first-ever Open Data Contest Recently, the province has an- Dobson put forward very specific rec- at Dalhousie University. A smart and nounced some important steps to better ommendations. inventive group of students spent a full protect the health and safety of vulner- The recommendations are as fol- weekend building apps, websites, and able Nova Scotians: lows: Four updates models using provincial data collec- • Opioid addiction is a growing • 24/7 mental health resource access (continued from page 12) tions and maps that are now available problem across Canada. For this reason, line First World War battle where Canadian through our open data portal. They the province is spending $1.1 million to • School Plus in every school – this soldiers defeated German strong points pitched their ideas to judges on Sunday, expand access to naloxone—a medica- will give every school in Nova Scotia in Vimy, France. It was a Canadian and I was incredibly impressed by how tion that blocks the effect of opioids and access to mental health practitioners triumph which bolstered national unity they used raw data to create helpful can reverse an overdose. This funding • Suicide training for every health and patriotism. As a result of Canadian services for campers, immigrants, tour- will also support community-based care professional efforts, our nation earned its signature ists, and alternative energy developers. harm reduction organizations in Hali- • Mental Health Hubs in our school. on the Treaty of Versailles which ended Congratulations to all the winners and fax, Truro, and Sydney over the com- Using our schools as a safe place to the First World War. the sixteen teams that participated. I’m ing year. A full opioid response plan is address children’s mental health issues Today, in Vimy, stands the Canadian excited to see what you start developing being developed by government and is only makes sense. National Vimy Memorial commemorat- next. expected to be completed this spring. • Mental health curriculum for ing those who fought and sacrificed in I also was fortunate to be able to • The province is working to im- students. Learning about mental health that battle 100 years ago. It is inscribed represent Nova Scotia in Quebec City prove its support of women, children at an early age is a valuable tool in life with the names of 11,285 Canadian in March at the Réunion du Réseau des and other victims of sexual assault and leads to more successful outcomes. soldiers who lost their lives in France femmes parlementaires de la Fran- in the criminal justice system. This • Also one patient, one record. When during WWI. cophonie. A diverse and accomplished includes hiring two special prosecutors individuals visit emergency rooms, spe- 100 years later, there are events hap- group of francophone women gathered in the Public Prosecution Service to cialists and health care, they should not pening across the country and in France at the National Assembly of Quebec handle sexual assault cases, seeking to have to continue to repeat their health to pay tribute to these Canadians, such for two busy days of discussions and partner with the federal government to history; this will address that issue. as at Halifax’s Citadel Hill which will workshops centred around women’s provide free, independent legal advice Government has committed to mak- host an open house. Stop by to learn unique experiences and challenges with for victims of sexual assault, opening a ing and properly funding these changes. more about the Battle of Vimy Ridge, international migration. I was espe- new Domestic Violence Court in Hali- This will make Nova Scotia a leader and view their special Vimy display. cially glad to connect with Jean-Nicolas fax, andcontinuing to expand services in the field of mental health and this is That’s all for this month. Share your Beuze, representative in Canada for the for survivors of sexual violence. something we can all be proud of. views on this or anything else at any United Nations High Commissioner • Indigenous women and children 102/103 Interchange Upgrades time - call my office at 902 426 8691 or for Refugees. We had a very fruitful fleeing domestic violence will soon On March 16th provincial MLA email me to set up a meeting at andy. conversation about how our province have a safe new place to call home, Iain Rankin and federal MP Bernadette [email protected]. Or, just stop by and nation can continue to build on our with the help of up to $824,000 in fed- Jordan announced a combined $20M my office at Rm 808, 1888 Brunswick successes welcoming and resettling eral and provincial government funding investment from the provincial and fed- Street, Halifax. newcomers. for affordable second-stage housing. eral government to rebuild and upgrade On Saturday, April 22, I hope you’ll This housing is longer-term, individual the 102/103 interchange. This is an join me at St. James Anglican Church housing, where tenants can live for an exciting announcement for our highway infrastructure, one that many of us use Advertise your fairly frequently! Senior Grants business in This past month I was proud to announce a Seniors Health and Wellness Chebucto News. grant for Chebucto Connections programming in Spryfield. This grant will go toward much needed seniors’ programming which will help get seniors Call Dan at out into the community and be active. Congratulations to the Rosborough (902) 479-6397 Family Congratulations to Rosborough Boats on winning a contract to build rescue boats for Canada’s new Arctic offshore patrol ships. The Rosborough Read our whole family is a local family who have been building boats for generations. This is a local success story about a family who paper online at www. has worked long and hard to get where they are today. Well deserved! chebuctonews.com Page 14 April 2017 • Chebucto News The Jason Doherty Memorial COMMUNITY EVENTS PAGE

To have your Community Event listed call or fax us at 477-NEWS or send e-mail to [email protected]. Check our Facebook page for updates & late arrivals COMMUNITY EVENTS FOR APRIL Register 902-293-7427 or call and leave a rist – Chapel (BCP) Fellowship and coffee Other Events and Notices: message 902-446-4847 following service. • Hand in Hand (440 Herring Cove Road) Chebucto Community Health Team (16 • Sparks -Mondays 6-7pm – Wednesday: 11:00 am Bible Study which is operated by the St Vincent de Paul Dentith Rd) Events: • Pathfinders- Tuesdays 6:30-8pm – Wednesday: 5:00 pm Christian Medita- Society, has new operating hours: Monday • April 4th. 1pm to 3pm. Discover your • Halifax Tai Jitsu martial arts call 902- tion – Narthex. All are welcome! to Friday 9:30am to 4:30pm. Saturday Personal Strengths. Chebucto Family 293-7427 • Second Wednesday of each month: 10am to 5pm and Closed on Sundays. Centre. • Darts every Friday night $5 7:45-10pm 7:00 pm Mother’s Union – Townsend • Girl Guides of Canada Registration is • April 12th and 26th. 8:30am to 11:30am. • Jam sessions every Sunday 7-10pm Room in church hall now ongoing! Interested girls and aspiring Personal Wellness Profile. At the Wellness • April 22nd. 9am to 1pm. Spring Fling! leaders can go to www.girlguides.ca for Centre Quarter Note Singers (Captain Spry Yard sale, Crafts, Auction, Kids’ Zone and more information. Or call 423-3735. • April 21st. 8:30am to 10am. Community Centre) Events: more! Admission $2 per person 13 and • Harrietsfield Williamswood Residents: Health Team Drop-In. At the Wellness • Thursday nights from 7pm until 9pm. up. 12 and under free.Tables are still avail- For those of you in the Harrietsfield/Wil- Centre. Singers Wanted! We are a mixed adult able. $20 each. 902-477-6770 to reserve liamswood area who fill water jugs at • PLEASE NOTE: People eligible for the community choir that has been mak- your table. the St. Paul’s United Church outside tap, programs are anyone who lives, works or ing music for over a decade at the Cap’t please note the following change: Now has a family doctor in the communities of William Spry Community Centre. Singers St. James United Church (3811 Old Sam- that the weather is getting colder, we have Clayton Park, Fairview, Rockingham Larry of all levels are welcome; there are no bro Road) Events: to turn off the outside tap. Water is now Uteck, Fairmount, Springvale, Armdale, auditions. For more info please call Steve • St. James United Church presents “SEV- available inside from Tuesday through Purcell’s Cove, Spryfield, and around Trussoni at 902-477-2664 EN SISTERS FOR SEVEN MISTERS” Dinner Friday between 9am and 3pm. Please the Sambro Loop. Please call 902-460- Theatre. Dinner is lobster, baby potatos, email [email protected] with 4560,go to www.communityhealthteams. Spryfield Lions Club (111 Drysdale Road) peas, salad, carrot cake, tea, coffee with questions or to arrange an alternate pick up ca or drop-in to register. Events: the exception of Thursday May 4th when time. • Every Wednesday at 1pm. BINGO! In the the dinner will be roast beef. Performances • 3rd Spryfield Cub Pack (ages 8 to 10) Earl Francis Spryfield Memorial Legion (7 rec center. Come have fun, make friends are April 28, 29 at 6:30, April 30 at 4:30, and Scout Troop (ages 11 to 14) are look- Sussex Street) Events: and support a great organization. and May 4, 5, 6 at 6:30 pm.Tickets are $35 ing for new members! We meet at 7pm • Bingo every Sunday at 1pm. Doors open • Spryfield Lions Club meet every 2nd available beginning March 6 through Event- every Wednesday night at St. Paul’s United at 12pm and 4th Tuesday of the month, 7 pm at the brite at sambrodinnertheatre.eventbrite.ca Church on Old Sambro Road. Contact • April 10th. 12:30pm to 4pm. Seniors’ upstairs den of the Spryfield Lions Rink. • Sambro-Jollimore Holy Week/Eas- Robyn Parsons (902-477-1090) or Dan Dance. $4 per person. Light lunch served. 111 Drysdale Road. Anyone interested is ter Services (902-868-2791) Drabble (902-477-2657) for more info or Music by Chain and Anchor Band. encouraged to sit in on a meeting, meet – Palm Sunday April 9: 9:30am at Parkh- visit www.scouts.ca. • April 28th. 9pm to 1am. Karaoke with some great people and see how you can ill; 11:15am at St. James. • Every Tuesday, St. Paul’s Resource Cen- Cheryl. $5 per person. Doors open at 8pm. help your community. For additional infor- – Good Friday April 14: 10:00am at St. tre offers their Soup’s On Program from mation, please call 902-475-1878 James. 12pm to 1:30pm. This is a great oppor- Food Banks: – Easter Sunday April 16: 9:30am at tunity to socialize with new friends, catch • Emmanuel Anglican Church (322 Herring Urban Farm Museum Society of Spryfield Parkhill; 11:15am at St. James. up with old friends, and just get out of the Cove Rd) Call Wed. Pick up Thurs between (Captain Spry Centre and Farm at Ardwell house for a little while. All are welcome to 9:30am and 10am. 902-477-1954 and Rockingstone) Events: St. Michael’s Church (14 St. Michael’s partake in this free lunch program. • St. Paul’s Family Resource Institute (173 • May 20th. 9am to 12pm. Meeting to Avenue, Spryfield) Events: • On April 6th, from 1pm to 3pm, Women Old Sambro Rd). Call Mon/Tues. Pick up discuss options related to the acquisition • BINGO! Every Friday, except Good Friday. in Music presents Ellen Gibling, a harp- Wed between 10am and 12pm. 902-477- of a new parcel of land. Location to be Doors open at 5:30pm. Bonanza game ist and teacher who performs orchestral, 5090. determined by the number of interested starts at 6pm. Mini bingo starts at 6:30pm. chamber, and solo music, both classical • Greystone Community Centre Associa- people. Please pre-register for this event Regular games start at 7pm.15 regular and contemporary. Followed by refresh- tion (2 Indigo Walk). Call Mon. Pick up by contacting Bruce Holland at sdbc@ games, 5 special games, postage stamp. ments. No charge. New members wel- Tues. 7:30am to 12pm. Call 902-431-8087 eastlink.ca or by calling 902-452-7472 Toonie pot, 50/50 draw. Canteen : pop, come. www.womenformusic.com between 9:30am and 12pm on Mondays • April 10th. 7pm. Monthly general meet- water, chips, bars, tea, coffee, cookies, Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts, ing will be held at the Spry Centre. All squares 6199 Chebucto Road, Halifax, NS B3L 1K7 Free meals for those in need: welcome to attend. • St. Paul’s Family Resource Centre is of- • Mondays: St Paul’s United Church (173 Old Sambro fering a summer camp for children ages 5 – Continental Breakfast at Salvation Army Young at Heart Club (212 Herring Cove Rd): Road) Events: through 12. Only $75 per week. Call 902- (328 Herring Cove Rd) from 9am to 10am. • Crib every Thursday at 1:30pm • Recycling on the 3rd Saturday of the 479-1015 for more details or to sign up. – Mobile Soup Kitchen 7pm Bread of Life • Darts every Thursday at 7pm. month. Drop off between 10am and 1pm. • April 27, 2017, 7-8:30. The Spryfield Ministries (McIntosh St. & 500 Block of Or, callElaine at 477-2376 or Jackie at 477- Community Market society will host its Herring cove Rd) Parkhill United Church Jollimore (5 Kirk 3776 to have them picked up first AGM. Reports and election for new • Tuesdays: Road) Events: • For those of you in the Harrietsfield/ Board positions are on the agenda. spry- – Continental Breakfast at Salvation Army • Sambro-Jollimore Holy Week/Eas- Williamswood area who fill water jugs at [email protected] for more informa- (328 Herring Cove Rd) from 9am to 10am. ter Services (902-868-2791) our outside tap, please note the following tion and nominations – Soup’s On Program 12pm to 1:30pm – Palm Sunday April 9: 9:30am at Parkh- change: Now that the weather is getting • McNabs Island Stands on Guard from at St. Paul’s Family Resource Institute (173 ill; 11:15am at St. James. colder, we have to turn off the outside Confederation to the Cold War: Special pre- Old Sambro Rd) – Good Friday April 14: 10:00am at St. tap. Water is now available inside from sentation of the Friends of McNabs Island • Wednesdays: James. Tuesday through Friday between 9am and – April 12, 2017 – 2nd Wednesday of the month, Spry – Easter Sunday April 16: 9:30am at 3pm. Please email weneedsafewater@ • Marjorie Schnare is celebrating her Café 5:30pm at the Chebucto Family Centre Parkhill; 11:15am at St. James. gmail.com with questions or to arrange an 100th birthday. What a Milestone! Lots (3 Sylvia Ave). Call 902-479-3031 ext alternate pick up time. of love and best wishes from daughter 302. Registration required. St. Augustine’s Church (290 Purcell’s Shirley, son-in-law Maurice, Son Allan and • Thursdays: Cove Rd) Events: Spryfield Christian Community Church daughter-in-law Shirley, as well as her – Hot Breakfast 9am to 10am Salvation • May 5th. 8pm to 9:30pm. Annual Art (91 Thornhill Drive) Events: 7 grandchildren, 12 great grandchil- Army- Spryfield Family Resource Centre Show with wine and cheese reception. • Wheelchair accessible Community dren, 7 great grandchildren, family and (328 Herring Cove Rd) $12 per person. Cash and Cheques only. room is available for rent on Tuesday and friends. She was born April 5, 1917 in • Fridays: Doors open at 7:30pm for viewing. Wednesday evenings and daytime Monday Sambro Head. An open house will be – Continental Breakfast 9am to 10am. through Friday! Includes access to kitchen, held in her honour on Saturday April Salvation Army- Spryfield Family Resource St. James Anglican Church (2668 Joseph bathrooms, storage, and parking. Please 8 at St. James Church, 3811 Old Sam- Centre (328 Herring Cove Rd) Howe Drive – at the Armdale Rotary) contact Judy at 902-479-0772 bro Road in Sambro. Best wishes only. events: • Church services Sunday 11-12 am Mom would love her guests to bring Harrietsfield/Williamswood Community • Meeting space is available for rent. • Bible Studies Sunday 6 -8:30 pm. donations of non-perishable food items Centre (1138 Old Sambro Road) Events: Please contact Sarah-Jane at 902 477- • Oromo Gospel Church: Sunday worship to support the Food Bank. • April 12th and 26th. Parent/tot Drop in. 4106 service: 3 pm Tuesday prayer: 10 am $5 per child/$1 additional child • Worship Services: • Chimo Taekwondo Club. Training: Monday, Check our Facebook page • April 20th. Preteen Dance.$3 per person – Sunday: 08:30 am Holy Eucharist Thursday @ 6:30 Saturday @10:30 am for late arriving 6:30-8:30pm (BCP) • Good Friday Ecumenical worship service • April 8th. 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt. – Sunday: 10:00 am Choral Eucharist will be hosted by us @ 10:30am on April events and $5/Family Egg Hunt, Easter Bunny, Face and Sunday School (BCP and BAS alterna- 14 changes or Painting, Egg Decorating and weather tion) Coffee hour following service. • Easter Sunday Service to be held Sun- updates to listed permitting BBQ $1-hot dogs and $1 drinks. – Wednesday: 10:00 am Holy Eucha- day, April 16: 11-12 am. events Lil Stanton Sharon Kenny REALTOR® Long-time Spryfield resident and businesswoman 902-483-7325 [email protected] 902-441-5140 www.alreadyhome.ca [email protected]

20 Sylvia Avenue $185,900 2870 Old Sambro Rd $230,000 Charming home in great location! There is over 1132 This great 1.5 story home is located sq. ft. of comfortable living space on the top two lev- just steps from JL Ilsley High School! els of this ready to move in home with an additional space ready for finishing to make a cozy rec-room in Situated on a large R4 Zoned lot this the basement. The house has gone through a major 3 bedroom home has had a lot of rebuild just over ten years ago with upgraded electrical, siding, windows, doors, chimney, roof shingles recent upgrades, including a new and a custom build kitchen. The existing radiators kitchen. This home has been freshly were kept but the rest of the heating system was replaced and in-floor heat was installed in the base- painted and is in move in ready ment floor for future hook up. The basement also has condition, nothing left to do but a rough in for an additional bathroom. The kitchen unpack your bags and put a steak area has in joist heat to keep the ceramic tile warm and toasty. The wood stove in the basement provides as much heat as you could want plus peace of mind and on the BBQ!. With transportation, shopping and great schools nearby this basement has a nice wide walk out to make bringing in wood easy. The house is impeccable and to top it off home has lots to offer any family, call now to arrange a private viewing of you can sit on your large back deck or in the yard and look at your lake frontage. Sheehan Lake is a very clean lake that is great for fishing, swimming, paddling and skating and very few properties have access to it. You this great home! are 20 minutes to the peninsula, 15 to shopping, 5 to Crystal Crescent beach and 2 from the corner store. Call today and view this great opportunity to have the good life!

39 Arvida Avenue $189,900 43 Feruz Crescent $219,900 Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to Situated on a quiet street of well main- live in a great community in a well established tained homes this beautiful 3 bedroom 3 family neighbourhood in Thornhill Park, Spryfield. With lovely city views, this well constructed and bathroom home is located in a very quiet maintained 3 bedroom home is just waiting for child friendly neighbourhood with access the right family to move in and start their memo- to top rated schools including French Im- ries! Some upgrades within the last 15 years mersion . It is within walking distance to have been a furnace (2004), oil tank, hot water tank, exterior doors, most windows, roof (2004), Long Lake Provincial Park, walking trails, electrical service upgrade and as recent as 2014 the Captain Spry Centre (with wave pool, the chimney was repointed. There is a fenced rec centre and library), a bank, grocery backyard, great for children and although the stores, schools and transit. Freshly painted basement is unfinished, it has a walk out with regular height ceilings, and most importantly it is DRY! throughout, this home has a bright sunny open kitchen and a completely fenced Whether you’re visiting the local Farmer’s Market, exercising at the Captain William Spry Community Centrre, playing at the Wave Pool, exploring or walking the many nature trails there is something here backyard providing lots of privacy. The sellers have installed a water softening unit, for everyone. Living here also provides close proximity to all major highways, Bayers Lake, the down- recently replaced the hot water heater and all the thermostats have been upgraded town area, plus the many surrounding scenic coastal drives! to programmable units. Book your showing today! Dan Doherty 902-478-4023 www.dandoherty.ca WHAT IS YOUR HOME WORTH? FREE Comparitive Market Analysis Whether you are thinking of selling now or later it is nice to know what your home is likely to sell for in today’s complex market place. Why not allow me to conduct a comparison of recent home sales in your area to give you a probable current market value of your home? To take advantage of this FREE NO OBLIGATION offer you can: Give me a call at 478-4023 and set up an appointment. Text me your contact information to 478-4023 and I will respond. E-mail me at: [email protected] with your contact information. Visit me at www.dandoherty.ca—click on FREE Evaluation, fill in the form and send it to me.

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