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PERSONAL I PROFESSIONAL I PROGRESSIVE News and views in and around Creemore Publications Mail Agreement # 40024973 REAL ESTATE SERVICES Mother-daughter baking team take over Affairs by Trina Berlo were looking for a new business Norma Panzine knew it was time to cut venture having moved to Collingwood the apron strings but she was holding in September. out for just the right person to take over Carriere, a pastry chef, and Robbins, her bakery and café on Creemore’e a nutritionist, describe their first main street. exploratory trip into the village. Affairs Catering Bakery and Café “We were coming down into has evolved over several iterations Creemore and it was magical,” said into the quaint and cozy landmark Robbins. “We fell in love with the café that it is today. Affairs got its start bakery and discovered it was for sale.” at the Creemore Farmers’ Market in Both are outdoorsy and say they are 2002, the year after Panzine moved to all about experiences so they intend to Creemore. She started off by selling foster an environment of atmosphere bread, muffins and butter tarts – the tart and charm. selection would eventually include so They plan to serve the good, many flavours that there was cause for wholesome food that they love, made an annual bonanza. Staff photo: Trina Berlo with quality ingredients, to create a The first shop was located behind Jody Carriere (from left) and daughter Cortlin Robbins are taking over great overall experience to compliment Foodland, opening in 2003, and she Affairs Catering Bakery and Café fromNorma Panzine. They will be keeping Creemore’s existing charm. moved to Mill Street in 2006. Specialties some things the same and making changes to the business with the new With a Ukrainian and Polish grew to include coffee, sandwiches, name of Creemore Bakery. background, they do plan to include salads, and Friday night fish and chips. babka and other hand rolled pastries It has become a destination for in perspective,” she said. interesting offers on the business, but on the menu, in addition to the classics cyclists and other tourists, as well as a Luckily her husband is feeling better she was looking for someone who like New York black and white cookies, local favourite. but that was the impetus for the sale. wanted to carry on as a bakery. cheesecake and macarons. They are also When asked why she has decided to “It’s bittersweet,” said Panzine. She said after building a business for bouncing around ideas for specialty sell Panzine says she is getting close “Because I love what I do.” She said so long and putting her heart and soul workshops (such as gingerbread to 70 and when her husband fell ill last she will miss the interaction with the into it, it was important to her to find houses), high teas and game nights. winter, she decided it was time to make customers and mostly her wonderful a buyer who would provide a similar The name will be changing to a change. She started to get the business staff. service to the community. Creemore Bakery and Carriere and in order, preparing for the sale thinking “I really believe if it weren’t for the A match was found in mother- Robbins are hoping to reopen mid- that she may need to free up time to take staff I wouldn’t have been successful,” daughter duo Jody Carriere and February, but in what capacity will be on the role of caregiver for her husband. she said. Cortlin Robbins. dictated by public health measures. “Something like that really puts life Panzine said she received some Both say they are avid bakers and Affairs will close its doors on Jan. 23. Community halls included in future budget talks by Trina Berlo pay approximately an additional $53 in renovations to the halls, rather than Brentwood and Dunedin – depending Clearview council held a final workshop taxes this year. wait until in-person meetings will be on the level of accessibility, including on Jan. 13 to take one last look at the Clearview retains .51 cents of every permitted. fees for architectural, engineering, 2021 budget. dollar collected with the balance going Council will have to decide how to and project management, as well as The $42.6 million budget includes to the County of Simcoe, OPP, NVCA approach the costly renovations needed kitchen upgrades to become fire code $19.7 million in operating expenses and education. to render the halls compliant with compliant. and $22.9 million in capital expenses. No funds were added to the budget the Accessibility for Ontarians with Since then Clearview’s Accessibility With all the final growth numbers during the final workshop but council Disabilities Act. Should the halls be Advisory Committee has recommended incorporated, the net tax increase will did discuss the merits of future long- renovated? Should they be sold? an update to the Facility Accessibility be 1.59 per cent overall, and 3.3 per term budgeting. Council received an updated Design Standards (FADs) document cent for the Clearview portion alone. The discussion came around to engineer’s report in March estimating it and consider a phased in approach That means that someone with a home community halls. Council has decided would cost between $5.1 million and $8 when appraising the long-term plans assessed at $307,000 (the average to go ahead with virtual meetings million to renovate six halls – Avening, regarding hall renovations. 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THE VILLAGE GREEN History in the Making space to retaining the building as commercial property. Later, a volunteer team consisting of community members engaged PFS On a blustery day in January 2018, a hundred fifty locals braved a Studio, landscape architects to transform the lands into a public, blizzard to crowd around tables at the Station on the Green and active, green space known as the Village Green. In late 2019, the consider the future of a piece of land in the heart of Creemore. Dancing Children sculpture and Horticultural Society’s garden plants were removed to temporary quarters. In January 2020, the A year earlier, the TD Bank announced it would be closing its bank building came down and, in June, construction began. Creemore branch. Naturally, villagers were dismayed at the news. But two area residents had an idea: to turn an empty A key consideration expressed at the four public meetings bank into a village treasure. Tony Arrell and Stuart Lazier lobbied over the past two years was that the Village Green honour the TD to donate the property to the village. Then they formed the history and culture of Creemore. As construction continues Creemore Community Foundation to realize their vision of a behind the Mill Street hoardings, the Foundation offers this public space that would benefit locals and attract visitors. preview of the ways the Village Green will be an enduring expression of Creemore’s past. In the words of Stuart Lazier: “You On that wintery day, the public considered options ranging spoke. And we listened.” from demolishing the building and expanding the current park

The Sign

One of the first things visitors and residents will see as they drive along Mill Street this summer is a sixteen-foot-high column topped with a replica of a locomotive’s green engine lamp. Designed by Shane Durnford, whose signs grace several Creemore businesses, the Village Green sign will be an invitation to visit Creemore’s newest public space. The column, with its Victorian ironwork, looks back to the 1850s and the role of the railroad in the village’s past. “I wanted” says Durnford, “to connect the past to the present.” Creemore Village Green Creemore Village Green Creemore Village

creemore The Main Line history A central walkway—the Main Line—will run on a diagonal from the park’s entrance to the Station on the Green, representing the path of railway tracks that once bisected the village. Embedded in the stone promenade are nine black granite paving stones, spaced to mimic railway ties, each inscribed with a detail of Creemore’s chronology from the Ice Age to the present. Conceived by a group of village elders, these stones create a walk through history, honouring Indigenous creemore people and early settlers and noting recent events such as the amalgamation of Creemore into history Clearview Township in 1993 and the construction of the Station on the Green in 2002.

The Cenotaph Walk

On the park’s south side, a second diagonal walkway will lead from the centre of the Village Green and point to the Cenotaph and, beyond it, to the library, the Log Cabin, and North America’s smallest jail. Along this path, a wooden bench with a view of the Caroline Street cenotaph will invite visitors to sit and contemplate the village’s fallen soldiers. The bench will bear this verse, written by Creemore’s poet laureate, Tim Armour:

Look you upon our cenotaph As on this bench you pause, And say a prayer on their behalf Who gave all for our cause.

1 This is the first of a four-part series. Stay tuned for more glimpses at what’s going on behind the Mill Street hoardings in upcoming issues of the Creemore Echo. THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, January 22, 2021 • 3 BIA sensitive to resident concerns about noise by Trina Berlo annually about the level of noise and we look forward to working with “They sent the letter out of respect In response to a plan to actively market associated with motorcycle activity both Clearview and Simcoe to attract for the community because there is Creemore as a motorcycle destination, from residents living along these visitors that align with the marketing some concern from the residents about the BIA has said it welcomes visitors corridors and throughout the village.” strategies of the BIA, knowing we the noise of the motorcycles,” said by any conveyance but understanding “As business owners we appreciate are all best served when decisions are Mckechnie. “They don’t want to be resident concerns, would rather not the money these motorcyclists spend, made in conjunction with community involved in any active marketing, as be part of a direct marketing strategy. and have no intention of excluding members.” a BIA, as an entity, out of respect for “The BIA appreciates the efforts them from our friendly services but The letter is in response to a tourism the community.” of Simcoe County and Clearview in we as a board believe actively seeking initiative by Clearview Township and Councillor Thom Paterson promoting Creemore as a destination. motorcycle traffic, while the knowing the County of Simcoe. supported the BIA’s position saying We feel our green, neighbourly and the existing level of annoyance of “I can’t even express, as a the noise from motorcycles is family friendly village has so much residents, does not reflect our core motorcyclist, how offensive I find this “beyond tolerable” for many people to offer and the Creemore BIA value of being good neighbours. letter, how prejudicial… And it leaves in Creemore and on the main routes enthusiastically welcomes visitors “In order to mitigate the concerns me wondering, and very, very deeply into the village, and regularly prompts to our community however they of our community and advocate for concerned about the representation resident complaints. choose to arrive here,” writes BIA residents that have expressed irritation of businesses in Creemore,” said Mayor Doug Measures agreed president Laurie Severn, on behalf of with motorcycles we request Simcoe Councillor John Broderick. that he has heard from Creemore the board of directors. “To enter our County and Clearview Recreation BIA council rep Doug McKechnie residents about noisy vehicles and has village people drive along Creemore’s and Tourism department excludes urged council not to read more into been consulting with the OPP about streets including Mill, Caroline and Creemore from publications and the letter than what is there. He said bringing an enforcement initiative Louisa (County Road 9). These roads information specifically targeting the BIA recognizes motorcycles will called Operation Noise Maker to the are primarily residential and the motorcyclists. be coming to Creemore, and that this area to enforce provincial regulations BIA receives multiple complaints “Your consideration is appreciated is a benefit to some businesses. on stunt driving and noisy mufflers. Clearview revisits shipping containers Government review underway At the request of Deputy Mayor Council Briefs $2,000 (Youth Theatre Production); Barry Burton, council has directed • Clearview Minor Hockey Clearview Township has launched a staff to revisit a decision to make rezoning for Midwest Metals to bring Association, $1,000 (Promote and survey to ask residents how they would shipping containers illegal in Clearview the entire parcel of property under the develop hockey for children); like to see council composed. Township for the purposes of storage. “Restricted Industrial Exception.” • Creemore Cats, $1,000 (Spay/ Council has approved a plan to “There are several properties within Planner Marie Leroux, operating as neuter program); review the size and structure of local the township that are using shipping agent for the Gordons, former owners • Creemore Horticultural Society, government in advance of the next containers for storage of personal of Midwest Metals, explained that in $1,000 (Community beautification election. and commercial items. In many cases order to satisfy the requirements of site projects); Options include reducing the number most of these land owners were not plan approval application filed in 2006 • DARE - Huronia West OPP, $2,500 of wards from seven to five, doing away aware of the existing bylaw restricting a strip of property was purchased from (Drug Abuse Resistance Education); with wards and voting for a determined the use of [the] containers,” reported the County of Simcoe works yard next • Duntroon Stayner Road Race, number of council members at-large, Burton on Jan. 11. “When a notice was door to satisfy setback requirements. $1,000 (Promote physical fitness); or maintaining the status quo. Council published in the local newspapers of That land is zoned institutional and • Georgian Triangle Humane Society completed a ward boundary review in the existing bylaw I received several must be changed. (Clearview Cats), $1,000 (Spay/neuter 2013. During the last review council telephone calls from businesses and Leroux said the Gordons have assistance program); decided to stick with seven wards, plus agricultural operations questioning the continued to improve the site for site • Home Horizon Transitional a mayor and deputy mayor, with some bylaw. These shipping containers have plan and MOE approvals. The request Program, $2,000 (Counselling/housing changes to the ward boundaries. become a solution to keeping sites tidy for rezoning also includes a number for homeless); The survey and an educational video and uncluttered from excess equipment of exceptions to reflect the existing • Hospice Georgian Triangle can be found at www.clearview.ca/ and items being exposed to the open.” configuration of the facility. Foundation, $2,500 (Provide WBR. Staff has been asked to find a way The zoning was approved at the Jan. professional care/support); to monetize the storage containers, 18 meeting. • Magic of Children in the Arts, Hall renovation should they be permitted on lands $1,000 (Support children art programs); zoned industrial, commercial, amd Community Assistance • Purple Hills Arts and Heritage agricultural, either through fees or Festival, $1,000 (Building community discussions begin taxation, and also to propose rules for Grants approved by cultivating and promoting arts and (Continued from page 1) them to be located appropriately in heritage); FADs document raises the standard terms of setbacks and Council approved $24,250 in • Resources for Area Youth Success of accessibility beyond those of the In the meantime, Councillor Thom Community Assistance Grants. (RAYS), $1,000 (To support local province. Paterson said residents should be made Deputy Clerk Brenda Falls reported youth in pursuing post-secondary “I think it would help a lot if the to comply with the currently bylaw that the municipality did not receive education); councillors went back to their halls and before a change is made, possible as many as requests as usual during • Royal Canadian Legion - Branch asked them to be really honest about allowing people a free pass. the intake process and that eligible 397 Creemore, $1,000 (Canada Day what they want to do. We don’t have Shipping containers, or cargo organizations received the full amount Celebration events); enough to do the full FADS on all the containers, are prohibited throughout requested. The grant committee also • SilverShoe Historical Society, halls, let’s be honest. This money isn’t the township as per the zoning blyaw, took the initiative to fund the OPP’s $1,000 (Promote Bethel Union going to come free. It’s going to be a but are not specifically addressed in the Drug Abuse Resistance Education Cemetery/Sunnidale Pioneer historical loan that we are going to have to pay property standards bylaw. Nevertheless, (DARE) program, although a request site); back so be fair about what you want said Pamela Fettes, who oversees the was not received. • South Simcoe 4-H, $250 (Youth and to be a little more minimalist. If bylaw department, staff “has done There is $37,750 remaining in the learning opportunities); you want to get this done sooner or several enforcements, but not to the $62,000 fund, $20,000 of which has • Stayner Heritage Society, $300 later minimalist is probably better,” scale council is talking about.” been earmarked for 2021 COVID-19 (Promote heritage preservation/ said Councillor Connie Leishman, A change to the zoning bylaw will relief fund requests. appreciation); adding that’s the message she took to require public input. Funds have been approved for the • Stayner Horticultural Society/ Sunnidale Corners Community hall. Councillors Paterson and Phyllis following organizations: Stayner Garden Club, $1,000 “It’s something we can work on. If we Dineen were the only two to oppose • Breaking Down Barriers, $1,000 (Community beautification projects); could just get them in the halls, to enjoy the proposed change. (accessibility support/services); • Stayner Lawn Bowling Club, the halls when we are allowed to, that • Brentwood Horticultural Society, $1,000 (Promote lawn bowling); would probably make all the difference Midwest Metals rezoning $700 (Community beautification • The Living Wish Foundation, to them so I would like everybody to projects); $1,000 (Promoting health and wellness be quite honest about what you want A public meeting was held for a • Clearview Community Theatre, of terminally ill patients). to do.” 4 • THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, January 22, 2021 Feedback and old photos welcome [email protected] call 705-466-9906 OPINION &Feedback fax 705-466-9908 EDITORIAL THE WAY WE WERE Change in appetite for at-large voting? Clearview Township is once again evaluating the structure of its government. While staff is undertaking a review of the size and shape of council and how it represents its constituents, it will be up to those elected officials to make the final call. Council will have to decide how many members are needed, and if they stick to a ward system or convert to an at-large system, and for that they are seeking public input. The council of the day undertook the same exercise in 2013. At that time there was a high level of public engagement. People attended public meetings and filled council chambers to hear the final decision. Back then it was decided to stick with the seven wards and rearrange the ward boundaries to what we have today. This was all done with the help of a consultant, and in the end council supported their recommendation, with the approval of the public. At that time there was an overwhelming support for the ward system but there was some division on whether there should be five or seven wards. It remains to be seen if there is an appetite for an Laurie Rowe, formerly of Avening, was sent this photo of Creemore's main street. The date and at-large system now, but some believe there has been the identity of the women are unknown. a shift. This review has been prompted by a desire at the provincial level to see municipal government reform. The province has been doling out money for municipalities to find efficiencies. At the county level, What will happen to my members have been unable to come to any conclusion on how to reduce its numbers. Currently, the mayor and deputy mayor from 16 member municipalities sit on county council, for a total of 32. With that structure pets when I am gone? in place, Clearview is required to elect a mayor and deputy mayor. by Anna Schuett the named guardian(s) of your pets. Because pets are That only leaves wiggle room in the number of Death is a sensitive topic that many of us do not like considered property in Canada, you cannot leave a council members. Here we weigh the pros and cons to think about, especially for those under the age of piece of your estate directly to your pets. In order of the ward system versus the at-large system. 65. Unfortunately, the reality is that death can happen to set up a pet trust, you must first select a caregiver It’s possible an at-large system could help bring to anyone at any time. Although people in their 20s, (choosing an alternate caregiver is also recommended Clearview closer to its goal of truly amalgamating 30s and even 40s and 50s may feel that it is too soon in case the primary caregiver becomes unable or as one community. An unknown number of people to start planning their estate, it is never too early to unwilling). Have an open, candid conversation would put their names forward and voters would prepare a Will, should tragedy strike. with your pets’ potential caregiver by outlining chose which ones they wish to represent them and the Wills are often associated with division of property, expectations and the amount of responsibility it takes interests of the municipality as a whole, theoretically. naming an executor, and assigning trustees who will to care for your pets. Choose someone you trust as This would force candidates to campaign in all parts manage your assets. As the current law states, pets are they will be the person making all the decisions for of the municipality, making themselves known to all, considered personal property and as such, it is good your pets once you are gone. The amount of money or at least all who are paying attention. This would practice to ensure your pets are well looked after by you leave in this trust is truly a personal decision. stop people from being acclaimed because they are including them in your Will. We all want the very best Some leave a fixed amount, while others calculate the well connected in one part of the township. for our beloved pets and making sure that you outline annual cost of care and multiply that by the number On the flipside, we know that no matter how much clear instructions regarding their care is a great way of years they expect the pets to live. we look for cohesiveness, there are distinct interests in to give you peace of mind. They are members of your It may seem less complicated to simply leave a sum the individual communities that make up Clearview. family, after all. of money in the guardian’s name and forego a pet trust. Creemore is notorious for having a distinct and vocal Leaving your pets out of your Will means that If you choose to do so, you run the risk of having that opinion on certain issues, as demonstrated by the ATV they may end up in a shelter; it is not safe to assume allocated money spent on expenses that are unrelated quarrel. The ward system seems the best way to ensure that a relative or friend will take them into their care to your pets. In either case, it is important that you Creemore maintains a clear representational voice. without a formal agreement. Even if informal verbal and your pets’ guardian share a mutual interest in But then again, with the at-large system anything can arrangements are made, there is a high likelihood providing the very best care to your pets. happen and one community could be overrepresented that messages can get crossed and details forgotten. on council. Therefore, it is best to work with a legal professional Anna Schuett is the Communications and Marketing This is the quandary we are facing, and we can’t when you are ready to write your Will. Coordinator for the Georgian Triangle Humane even be in the same room. We must weigh the pros A pet trust can be set up for your pets’ guardian(s). Society. She has three cats – Abbey, Ozzie & Roxy – and cons, and then click. The sum of money in this trust will be provided to who bring her immeasurable joy.

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3 Caroline St. W., Box 1219 • Creemore, ON L0M 1G0 • Tel: 705-466-9906 • Fax: 705-466-9908 • [email protected] THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, January 22, 2021 • 5 Expecting to see more relief coming in 2021 Dear Money Lady, with children under the age of six will be expected to target the unproductive use of domestic I was wondering if you knew of any new enhanced (to come out in early 2021). housing – that is, those Canadian homes owned by government subsidies for this new wave of A new simplified “home office expense non-residents. This is expected to be an aggressive COVID-19. deduction” for 2020 of up to $400. This flat tax-based measure that will be seen nationally. Thanks, rate method will allow eligible employees All in all, our government seems to be trying to Jason to claim a deduction of $2 for each day they support Canadians and of course we expect to have worked at home due to COVID-19 up to a a few more challenges ahead, but we all must do our Hello Jason, Christine maximum of $400 without a Form T2200 part. On Nov. 30, 2020, the Federal LADY MONEY THE IBBOTSON completed and signed by their employer. Whenever you can, shop locally with your Government released an economic statement entitled Quebec also announced that it will parallel these neighborhood coffee shop, bakery, grocery store and “Supporting Canadians and Fighting COVID-19.” federal changes for Quebec provincial 2020 income bookstore. Remember to chat with the owners and The release updated the fiscal costs of the ongoing tax, extending the deadline to apply for the Canada the staff to give them your encouragement and moral pandemic and estimated this year’s deficit to come in Emergency Business Account loan for small business support. at $381.6 billion. owners to March 31, 2021. Kindness and patience are something we all should For 2021, we can expect some pandemic relief We expect to see more relief coming in the beginning be giving out these days, after all, it is free, and needed programs to be extended and enhanced, here are the of 2021 due to the resurgence of COVID-19 as well as now more than ever. highlights. the introduction of several new tax proposals. Good Luck and Best Wishes, There will be an increase to the maximum Canada According to the Economic Statement, the Federal Money Lady. Emergency Wage Subsidy rate to 75 per cent for the government also plans to come down on those period of Dec. 20 to March 13. people trying to evade taxes; allocating additional Written by Christine Ibbotson, Author of the best- The Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy will also be resources to allow the CRA to fund new initiatives selling book “How to Retire Debt Free & Wealthy” extended to March 13, 2021. and extend existing programs targeting tax evasion and a new book Don’t Panic – How to Manage your There are to be new rules for the taxation of and tax avoidance. A new modernized General Finances and Financial Anxieties During and After employee stock options, to be effective for stock Anti-Avoidance Rule (GAAR) is also expected to the Coronavirus” available at all bookstores across options granted after June 30, 2021. be launched in 2021 to maintain the integrity of our Canada. If you have a money question, please email The Canada Child Benefit for eligible families tax system. As well, the Canadian government is on website: www.askthemoneylady.ca

Calling all artists Family Breakfast Boxes offered Virtual tour of Queen's Park The Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts Juried Earlier this month, the province unveiled tighter Clearview Public Library Art Show, now in its 41st year, is open for submissions measures to slow the spread of COVID-19. One is hosting a live event of a from Feb. 5 to March 12. It is open to adults and of these measures was closing schools and having virtual exploration of the students across Ontario, with cash prizes offered. students learn online. With more children at home, Legislative Assembly of Visit tbmfa.on.ca for information on rules and reduced income and job loss, some families are Ontario located in Toronto important show dates. finding it difficult to provide a healthy and nutritious at noon on Thursday, Feb. breakfast for their children. 4. As municipal, provincial, and national leaders The 30-minute tour Michele Send letters to the editor to editor@creemore. work to slow the spread of COVID-19, Clearview covers the history of this NEWS LIBRARY McKENZIE com. All letters must be signed with the writer's full Community Church is committed to supporting the legislative building, some name and include a phone number (which will not community and students. architectural details and an introduction to be printed.) Deadline is 5 p.m. on Tuesdays. While children are learning from home, the church Parliament. We are in need of submissions for our They Way is providing Family Breakfast Boxes for families who Although this cyberspace program is open to all We Were feature. Bring in your old photos and we are in financial need. ages, it would be perfect for anyone looking to do will scan them and get right back to you. (Please, Anyone struggling to provide breakfast for their something special for a home-schooling project. call first while we are in lockdown, just to be safe). children while they are learning from home, please Limited space is available for 15 spots and you We also accept submissions by e-mail to editor@ contact the community outreach pastor at natalieb@ are able to register at www.clearview.library.on.ca. creemore.com. Thank you. clearviewcommunitychurch.ca or call the office at A direct URL link to join will be sent two days 705-428-6543. in advance of your real-time tour.

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If you DON’T have watercolour paper we will leave an envelope with sheets of it in the newspaper box with puzzles in it, outside of the Creemore Echo. You will also need a paintbrush (at least 1.5 inches wide), clean paper of any kind, an eraser, a kneadable eraser if you have one, a 2H pencil (or any hard pencil) and a 2B pencil (or any soft pencil). HAND TINTING YOUR WATERCOLOUR PAPER STEP ONE: Create your own paper stain by following the recipes at the top of this page or by experimenting with your own natural ingredients. Make sure you strain your liquid through a fine strainer before you use it. STEP TWO: Using a paint brush generously cover your watercolour paper, making sure to not miss any spots. STEP THREE: Lay a sheet of clean paper, larger than your watercolour paper, onto a flat surface. Place your tinted paper face down onto the clean paper. Stack some heavy books on top of your paper and let stand for at least 12 hours. Then your tinted paper will be flat and ready to draw on! DRAWING YOUR OBJECT DRAWING PREPARATION: The most important decision you will make in this drawing is choosing what object to draw! Choose something that either means a lot to you or something that you find interesting to look at. Stand a sheet of paper behind your object in order to block out anything in the background. You can look at my drawing breakdown of my son’s baby shoe, while you read through these steps below. STEP ONE: Using your 2H or hard pencil lightly draw out the basic big shape of the entire object, in as few lines a possible, right onto your hand tinted paper. Compare the height and width of your object. STEP TWO: Still using your hard pencil draw the outline of your object more accurately. Then draw in the interior details, starting with the biggest ones first. I started with the shoelaces. If your object has a pattern, make sure that the STEP FOUR: If you choose to, you can shade your object pattern follows around the shape of the object. drawing. Shading is tricky and I have so much more to STEP THREE: Switch to your 2B or soft pencil say about it than can be printed here! Check out my video and colour in the very darkest things you see, posted on Purple Hills Art and Heritage Society Facebook go as dark as the pencil will allow you to. Draw or Instagram accounts to see a mini drawing and shading in any shadows that the object is making onto tutorial. the surface it’s sitting on (cast shadows). Play Have Fun! around with your line weights- use both pencils If you have any questions or comments about this project to create light, thin, medium, thick and dark lines. You can stop here if you prefer to keep email Sara Sniderhan at [email protected] this a line drawing! TWO OF LAST WEEK’S SUBMISSIONS SUPPORT LOCAL ARTS AND Left: HERITAGE INITIATIVES LIKE THIS! Christine Tuck Right: BECOME A MEMBER Heather Van Herk OF OUR SOCIETY. Visit www.phahs.ca for more info. THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, January 22, 2021 • 7 Pandemic proving boon for local winter sport by Trina Berlo With no travel to warmer climes, the closure of downhill skiing facilities and arenas, people have been flocking to those winter sports that remain accessible. Skates, snowshoes, cross-country skis and fat bikes are all in demand and hard to find as people take on new activities as a way to stay active during the pandemic. In Mulmur, the Main Tract of Dufferin County Forest is seeing an uptick in people using the trails there for all kinds of winter sport, including snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, trail running and fat biking. It’s hard to measure the increase because trail passes are not needed to access and Dufferin County has just recently installed trail counters. Johnny Yeaman, with the volunteer group Team Van Go, who participates in all of the above activities in the forest, says anecdotally there is Staff photo: Trina Berlo evidence that there are more people Karen and Johnny Yeaman take to the tails at the Main Tract of Dufferin County Forest in Mulmur with their fat out on the trails, especially those who bikes, a growing trend in winter sport. have taken up fat biking. “I can tell you that eight years ago Fat bikes are similar in design to a a normal year, there is also a social parking lot may look full. there were only two of us in our area mountain bike. They are quite heavy aspect and the perk of being able to Team Van Go has recently purchased and now there’s hundreds that would and have wide, often studded, tires. get outdoors and enjoying nature and a device to groom trails in the forest. be in that forest,” said Yeaman when Yeaman says the tires are for better taking in the fresh air. With permission from the county, they asked to quantify the increased interest floatation on the snow, and more There is a network of 40 kilometres now groom an extra 18 kilometres of in the sport. “The increase this year traction. The appeal is that it extends of trails in the Main Tract making it what Yeaman calls human powered is substantial, probably a one-third the cycling season for those who hate easy to go out for an hour and not activity trails, which are ideal for any increase over the previous year.” to put their bikes away in the fall. In see another person, even though the (See “Interest” on page 8)

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(Continued from page 1) use but the grooming of the cycling trail makes for a smoother ride – although a fat bike will probably take more physical effort to ride than a standard bike. The extra grooming is a way to allow more people to use the forest while preserving the bike trail and helping people stay oriented. They bought the groomer last year and have five volunteer operators. The club was able to fundraise $6,000 in 11 days to purchase the groomer, which is another indicator of the interest in the sport. It takes four hours to groom but that is much less onerous than pulling a tire while walking on snowshoes, which is how they used to tamp down the trail. The forest trail network is shared by many users and Yeaman said he is very impressed with the synergy of all visitors, with people keeping their distance from each other and using the trails with care. The demand, and pandemic related supply issues, has made it difficult to Bill Hewitt photo find all kinds of equipment and parts Kelly Sinclair and Fred Tustin are part of a team at Highlands Nordic in Duntroon that is finding ways to keep for service. the facility open to meet the high demand for access to the winter sports they offer. Highlands Nordic in Duntroon has experienced a doubling in business on Oct. 24. The demand for cross- spiked as well. Sinclair said they have many years. this season as people take to the trails country ski equipment has just blown a limited amount of equipment for sale “It’s been a big learning curve for in unprecedented numbers. There was us away,” said Kelly Sinclair. “People and the demand remains high. 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Single thing 3 2 8 6 1 5 9 7 4 9 7 1 4 2 8 6 3 5 10 • THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, January 22, 2021 Preliminary COVID-19 variant testing Supply positive in Barrie LTC home outbreak interruption Laboratory testing has identified these interim results of a variant are A mobile vaccine clinic was at the a COVID-19 variant in six swabs extremely concerning for everyone,” long-term care home on the weekend from a Barrie long-term care home said Dr. Charles Gardner, medical and provided vaccine to all those who delays vaccine experiencing a significant outbreak. officer of health for the Simcoe were able and willing to be vaccinated. The variant strain testing is a two- Muskoka District Health Unit. “The “On behalf of everyone at Roberta part test, and at this time, the first health unit, Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Place Long-Term Care Home and rollout test indicates a very high probability Hospital, and Roberta Place, as well as Jarlette Health Services at large, that they are of a variant strain of our partners including the Red Cross, we extend our thoughts to all those by Trina Berlo concern. The second part of the test Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, who have been affected by the In his weekly media briefing, Simcoe is a whole genome sequencing test to community physicians are all working unprecedented events at the Home,” Muskoka District Health Unit medical determine the exact strain. The results together to contain the spread of the said David Jarlette, president. “We officer of health Dr. Charles Gardner are expected in the next three to four virus and protect residents and staff.” recognize that COVID-19 represents a reported that there have been more days. On Jan. 16, Dr. Gardner issued an new set of health and safety challenges deaths due to COVID-19 this week than Since the outbreak was declared order under the Health Protection and we cannot always guarantee any other. at Roberta Place in Barrie on and Promotion Act (HPPA) for the a favourable outcome; however, He said the second wave of the Jan. 8, positive cases have grown temporary leadership of Roberta Place we are exercising every measure pandemic has been more severe in exponentially at the long-term care to be under the responsibility of Orillia possible to protect our residents and every way, especially for institutional home. Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital (OSMH) team members, while containing and care settings, which are seeing more “The impact of this outbreak to help bring a current outbreak overcoming this outbreak.” outbreaks and more deaths. on the facility has been tragic and under control. Many community “We understand that these are very But for the first time in 10 weeks, partners have been working to assist unprecedented and challenging times the case count has gone down slightly, the residents and staff, ensuring that for the families, residents and staff which Gardner is hoping, with cautions staffing, training, and equipment and of Roberta Place and we appreciate optimism, is the first evidence of a supplies are in place so that the facility the concern of all involved as we get downward trend. can continue to respond to and control more information on the variant in the The disappointing news this week the outbreak. coming days,” said Dr. Gardner. is that there will be a disruption to the OUR DOORS “We are deeply saddened by today’s For more information, visit www. delivery of the vaccine that partners developments and extend our heartfelt simcoemuskokahealth.org or call have been administering to priority ARE LOCKED condolences to all those impacted by Health Connection to speak with a groups in the region. So far, doses of the this outbreak,” said Carmine Stumpo, public health professional weekdays but we are Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine OSMH president and CEO. “We remain 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays 8:30 have been given but Canada will not focused on providing leadership and a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 705-721-7520 able to help. be getting any more until the middle guidance to support residents, families (1-877-721-7520). More information of February, while the pharmaceutical and staff through this crisis as safely about the vaccine and immunization company retools. and quickly as possible.” can also be found at ontario.ca. If you require Many people have received only their first dose and there are other high printing, Crime Stoppers info leads to 4,890 arrests priority groups in the queue that have photocopies not yet been immunized. Anonymous calls to Crime Stoppers program nor funded by the provincial “That is certainly bad news,” said or faxes of Simcoe-Dufferin-Muskoka or federal government or from police Gardner. “I think we’ll be fine in the have assisted the police and other agencies. The program is operated long run.” call ahead investigative agencies in making 4,890 solely with monies generously donated He said there is new thinking that the for curbside arrests, recovering stolen property from the private sector, businesses or second dose, initially scheduled to be valued at almost $13 million and seizing raised through fundraising efforts of injected 21-28 days after the first, can service. over $73 million in illegal drugs. For the volunteer Board of Directors and now be stretched to 42 days. this information, Crime Stoppers has committee volunteers; “So we learn as we go and we make approved $404,622 in cash rewards and Its mandate is to assist the police use of new information as it comes in received over 64,600 tips. in solving crimes thereby making our order to give us options for doing the NEWS Crime Stoppers of Simcoe-Dufferin- communities and schools safer. Through best we can to protect the population of FINE STATIONERY • MAGAZINES • GIFTS PRINTER INK • GREETING CARDS Muskoka was established on January, the media, the public is encouraged to Simcoe Muskoka, in particular at this SCANNING, FAX AND PHOTO COPYING 12, 1987 and became incorporated as call a province wide toll free number time those who are most vulnerable,” a non-profit charitable organization 1-800-222- 8477 with any information said Gardner. The Creemore Echo on February 11, 1987. The program about a crime that has occurred or He said the first dose alone offers 85 3 Caroline St. W. is operated by a volunteer Board of is about to occur. If the information per cent protection against the virus, and 705-466-9906 Directors, who oversees all phases of provided solves or prevents a crime, the second dose increase that protection www.creemore.com the program; the anonymous caller is eligible for a to 95 per cent. What is not known is how Crime Stoppers is not a Police cash reward. long the protection lasts, said Gardner. • Service Directory •

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THE PROCESS The Study followed Schedule B of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process described in the Municipal Engineers Association guide (October 2000, as amended in 2007, 2011, & 2015) which is an approved process under the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act. The study evaluated alternative solutions with consideration for the natural, cultural, technical and economic environment, and recommend a preferred solution in consultation with the public, Indigenous communities and agencies. A Notice of Study Commencement inviting public input was first published on July 18, 2019. A virtual Public Information Centre was held from July 2 to August 4, 2020. PROJECT FILE REPORT A Project File Report (PRF) has been prepared to document the planning and decision-making process for this Study. By this notice, the PFR will be placed on the public record and be available for a 30-day review period starting January 21, 2021 and ending February 22, 2021 in accordance with the requirements of the MCEA process. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, an electronic copy of the PFR is available for viewing at https://www.clearview.ca/ news-events-meetings/special-projects/environmental-assessment-stayner- sanitary-servicing. Comments or concerns about the project are to be directed to the Township for a response. To provide comments on the project, or if you require alternative accommodations to view the PFR, please contact either of the following Project Team members by 4:30 P.M. February 22, 2021: Mike Rawn, C.E.T., CMM III Jennifer Georgas, P.Eng Director of Public Works Project Engineer Clearview Township R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited 217 Gideon Street 3 Ronell Crescent Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 Collingwood, ON L9Y 4J6 705-428-6230, ext. 243 705-797-4271 [email protected] [email protected]

If there are concerns regarding potential adverse impacts to constitutionally protected Aboriginal and treaty rights, a request for an order requiring a higher level of study or conditions on those matters should be addressed in writing to the Minister of the Environment and Conservation Parks and the Director of the Environmental Assessment Branch. Requests on other grounds will not be considered. Requests should include the requester contact information and full name for the ministry. The request should be sent by 4:30 P.M. February 22, 2021 in writing or by email to: Minister of the Environment, Director, Environmental Assessment Conservation and Parks B ra n c h Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Environment, Conservation C onservation and Parks a n d P a rk s 777 Bay Street, 5th Floor 135 St. Clair Ave. W, 1st Floor Toronto ON M7A 2J3 Toronto ON, M4V 1P5 [email protected] [email protected] Requests should also be sent to the Project Team by mail or by e-mail.

Information will be collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record. Project Visit ontario.ca/coronavirus and notice information will be made accessible upon request in accordance Paid for by the Government of Ontario with the Accessibility Standard for Information and Communication under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. This Notice first published on January 21 2021.