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Newsstand Price $1.50 + HST ruceThe eninsula ress B P P Since 1988 DELIVERING LOCAL NEWS TO THE NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA FOR 30 YEARS 2020 Number Two February 11 to March 3, 2020 Golden Dawn Renovation or Rebuild Required Under New Legislation Submitted by Dr. Brian Taylor, Golden Dawn Board of Directors Lion’s Head, ON – The Golden Dawn Senior Citizen Home in Lion’s Head is facing major decisions regarding the need for renovations and/or rebuilding in the coming months, and the Board of the Home feels it is important that the Community of the Bruce Peninsula should be clearly informed about the Photo Credit: Joanne Rodgers, BPP issues that must be solved. There are Lion’s Head Holds Global Women’s March many rumours circulating about the current situation and future plans for Photo: Marchers at the Lion’s Head Global Women’s March turned out to advocate for women’s rights, filling gaps the Home, and the Board wants the in medical research for women, gender equality, abortion rights, missing and murdered indigenous women and public to hear the facts. The Staff and women living under oppressive regimes. Turn to page 14 for full story. Residents of the Home, and the Tenants in the independent Golden Dawn Seniors’ Apartments, have already been informed of the situation. Walsh Family MRI Fundraising The Golden Dawn was founded by the Rev. Challenge Raises $137,580! Sherman and Mrs Geneva Myles in Submitted by Kevin Walsh and Wiarton Hospital Auxiliaries, local 1965 in the old A BIG THANK YOU to all that donated businesses, individuals, service clubs and Williams Hotel to the MRI! It seemed to me at the start families – WE DID IT! on the site of the of our MRI fundraising that 4.7 million The people of the Bruce Peninsula current building dollars would be difficult to attain. are a wonderful group of caring and in Lion’s Head. We are now there, AMAZING! Bruce giving people. So here I am – not asking The mission of Peninsula donations have fulfilled our for money for the MRI. I plan on putting the Home was the share of this regional need which serves several articles in upcoming issues of the same as today…to us all - $450,000 thanks to the incredible Bruce Peninsula Press to share the nuts care for the Senior support of our ‘challengers’, Lion’s Head citizens of the Continued on page 2 Bruce Peninsula Photo: The Golden Dawn Senior Citizen Home in Lion’s in a Christian Head currently cares for 45 Long-term Care residents, and environment, also has 21 Seniors’ Apartments for independent living. regardless of race or religion. The building was expanded in 1981, and again in 2003-2004. It currently cares for 45 Long-term Care residents, and also has 21 Seniors’ Apartments for independent living. The Golden Dawn Senior Citizen Home is a not-for-profit organization run by an Administrator and CEO, and overseen by the Board. It is not owned by any private company or church, and is not subsidized by any of your municipal tax dollars (your tax dollars are supporting the County-subsidized homes such as Gateway Haven in Wiarton and Brucelea in Walkerton). Any “profits” at Golden Dawn are used for repairs or minor upgrades to the home (for example, our new standby generator), or placed in cash reserves for unexpected expenses. The Golden Dawn provides complex Long Term Care close to home for the people of Northern Bruce Peninsula (and from elsewhere in Grey and Bruce). The importance of being cared for in your own village, or close to home, cannot be overemphasized to our residents or their families. And as for the occupants of the Seniors’ Apartments… Continued on page 5 In This Issue: $1.50 (plus tax) • Sources of Knowledge Forum Update – page 12 ISSN 1495-2696 • BPNP/SON Celebrate New Gathering Place – page 14 • Legion Branch 202 & Branch 290 News – page 15 • Free Tax Prep Through Meeting Place – page 17 Photo L-R: Gary Sims, Grey Bruce Health Services President and CEO, accepts 9 771495 269609 a cheque for $137,580.00 from Kevin Walsh, mastermind behind the Walsh Tobermory Press Hours - Monday-Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm. Family MRI Fundraising Challenge. The deadline for our next issue (#3/20) is Feb 26, printing Mar 3/20. OVER 40 YEARS IN BUSINESS! McNair McNair onstruction td. ooin WE DELIVER! 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The audience With no previous experience in play by Bekah Brunstetter “Nothing is is chronicled by a reality tv crew. The gave the performance a standing ovation. directing or producing, he says “ theatre the End of the World (except for the end story unfolds in a series of conversations Sebastien says he embarked on this is a passion”; directing gives him a new of the world)”. between the characters, highlighting project because he wanted “to bring more perspective on performing, he views it “as all about the experience”. On February 07, 2020, high school adolescent issues such as love, sex, sexual theatre to the community and to OSDSS”. students from Owen Sound District identity, religion, parental pressure, He looked at various plays and this Some of the challenges he faced as a Secondary School (OSDSS) performed in acceptance, friendships, inclusiveness, one spoke to him as he felt the dialogue producer were navigating the bureaucracy, a sci fi-drama which “explores high-school stereotypes, anxiety about the future, was true to life. getting funding, adjusting the show to a small stage and creating an intimate connection with the audience. His takeaways from this production, Northern Bruce Peninsula CAO Announces Resignation it was easier than he thought it would be By John Francis and learned “it matters in what order you MNBP Council’s January 27 meeting do the planning”. He did the casting first, was mostly uneventful until it came to Continued on page 16 “Other Business”. With obvious regret, Mayor Milt McIver read aloud a letter from CAO Bill JonesSpaghetti which announced thatDinner the CAO will be leaving, effective March 1. Milt McIver has been Mayor for Bill Jones’ entire tenure at MNBP. In an email, Saturday February 15th Mayor McIver states “Our municipality Tobermory Community Centre has been fortunate to have Bill for almost ten years. He is very progressive and our 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm community has benefited from his insight and management skills. I wish Bill the best Spaghetti Dinner in his new adventure.” A Press Release from the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie announced that Bill • With homemade sauce & garlic toast Jones has been hired as their new CAO and that he will begin work on March 2. • Meatless option available • Includes beverage & homemade desert MNBP Council scheduled a Special Meeting for Thursday, January 30 to map Adults $12.00 out a strategy for finding and hiring a new Under 12 $6.00 CAO. They voted to handle the matter Proceeds go to the Terry Fox Run. internally but to hire a consultant to help.

Call or Text Photo: Bill Jones has been the CAO at the Municipality of Northern Bruce Registered Peninsula for almost 10 years. 519-379-5076

Walsh MRI Fundraising Massage TO BOOK ONLINE: Challenge www.glendabarberrmt.ca Continued from page 1 Therapy and bolts on how our home Foundation provides the funding required to keep our Email: [email protected] two Peninsula Hospitals up to date and 1 Moore St. Lion’s Head, ON N0H 1W0 equipped with new medical equipment, as well as helping out with our regional hospital in Owen Sound. It is no accident that we have great healthcare close to home. Grey Bruce Health Services (GBHS) is a great network of hospitals, MCARTHUR TREE REMOVAL each providing unique health services to everyone in Bruce & Grey Counties. Now�offering�mini�excavator�services. Additionally, we are very fortunate to Clearing�of�building�sites�&�hydro�lines. have the Peninsula Family Health Team Tree�stump�removal. and the Tobermory Medical Centre, two great clinics. FirewooD for sale Before I sign off, and on behalf of Bruce Peninsula Health Services Call�Tony�•�Fully�Insured Foundation (BPHSF), I want to extend . . . . a really special thanks to the Bruce 519 596 2989 519 372 8O48 Peninsula Press. Our MRI fundraising success would absolutely not have been a Photo: Kevin Walsh extends a reality without the incredible coverage the big THANK YOU to everyone who Press gave to this initiative – and if that supported the MRI fundraising support is not enough, they also stepped initiative through the Walsh Family up to the Walsh Family MRI Fundraising Challenge and beyond. Challenge by donating $5,600. Sources of Knowledge presents a SoK Talk by Tobermory’s ‘Lazy Theologian’ Brad Inglis Join Brad for a presentation and discussion on some of the realities of living with mental health. “My Adventures With Mental Illness and How You Too Can Survive” The reality is that mental illness touches all of our lives in some capacity, be it self, loved ones, co-workers or friends. The only way that it becomes less of a shameful subject is by sharing our stories, being open to opportunities for wellness and drawing on our inner strength, even when it feels like we have nothing left. Brad will share and discuss some of his experiences with mental illness and the reality that being open about it can be life giving for one’s self and others. Parks Canada Visitor Centre Thursday February 27, 2020 7:00 to 8:30 PM Refreshments Provided The Bruce Peninsula Press #2 February 11 to March 3, 2019 page 3 Community Rallies to Rebuild Lion’s Head Lighthouse MEDIA next summer,” says Mayor Milt McIver. foundation is secure enough to hold the RELEASE “The community support we’ve seen so new, heavier lighthouse. A local quarry Lion’s far, through donations, fundraisers and has offered to supply the stone and a Head, Ontario volunteers, has been incredible to see. local company has offered to underwrite - Efforts to rebuild the Lion’s Head This lighthouse is truly being rebuilt by the costs associated with adding steel Lighthouse are steadily moving forward, the community and we look forward to supports to reinforce the structure. In with a wealth of volunteers and donors recognizing and celebrating these efforts addition to Brian Swanton and Doug chipping in to ensure the Lighthouse is in the weeks and months to come.” Hill who have volunteered to spearhead standing tall and bright again next season. In private donations, the municipality the redesign efforts, 10 more community has received $6,000 to date which will go members have reached out offering to lend “The lighthouse is an important icon a hand during construction. There have for our community and we’re doing our best directly to help purchase materials for construction and to ensure the pier’s also been a number of fundraising efforts to ensure we’re all able to enjoy it again emerge from local artists and musicians and you can find more information on those efforts, by visiting: https://www. northbrucepeninsula.ca/en/play/lion- MNBP Council Reporter’s Notebook s-head-lighthouse.aspx With all this activity going on, Isthmus Bay Road Makeover, the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula, meanwhile, is working to Lion’s Head/Cabot Head Lighthouse Concerns ensure the pier is structurally sound, and that the necessary approvals from In some places, the road veers from By John Francis the Department of Fisheries and Oceans the road allowance. In others, houses and the Coast Guard are granted before Upgrading a road sounds like a fairly and other facilities encroach on the road moving forward with construction. While simple concept. Upgrading Isthmus Bay allowance. There are several areas which there are a number of moving parts and Road (the shoreline road just north of develop extensive pools of water, which unknowns that make this a complicated Lion’s Head) is not simple at all — it’s a then freeze to form dangerous areas of ice. road superintendent’s nightmare. process, the team remains optimistic The road is also not nearly wide that the lighthouse will be rebuilt for the Isthmus Bay Road has been there as enough to accommodate the increasing summer season. long as the village of Lion’s Head. Before vehicle traffic — it’s the scenic route into For ongoing information and the channel was dredged, Lion’s Head Lion’s Head — plus pedestrians, cyclists updates on the reconstruction process harbour was not accessible to ships, so and Bruce Trail hikers. most settlers and freight were dropped please follow our website https://www. off at a shoreline ledge near what is now Consulting Engineer Ross Slaughter northbrucepeninsula.ca/en/play/lion-s- and Public Works Manager Troy Cameron Swan Lake Drain. (Thanks to Patti Warder head-lighthouse.aspx or send us an email Photo: Preliminary Lighhouse have worked on a lot-by-lot basis to plot at [email protected]. Hellyer for the history lesson.) The trail restoration sketch-up. from there to the village began as a cart the best way to upgrade the worst section track and evolved with little regard to of the road, from Swan Lake Drain to surveyed road allowances. Constance Drive. MNBP held a Special a chance to see the proposed solutions, has new board members and a reinforced Council Meeting on Jan 27 to give Council lot by lot, on the ground. The proposed volunteer base but the future will still be improvements have been planned metre by a challenge. metre to maximize safety and convenience Continued on page 16 while minimizing the impact on adjacent landowners. e Rotary Club & Christ Anglican Church Widening the road and shifting it onto Have Partnered To Host the road allowance would steepen many driveways on the western side of the road. Public Works Manager Cameron showed Shrove Tuesday how this impact can be mitigated in most areas by simply raising the roadbed. Pancake Supper Instead of a ditch, the west (uphill) side Serving: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm of the road will have a covered drainage Tuesday February 25, 2020 channel with regular culverts under the road. The paved area will be 6.5m wide, Rotary Hall, Lion's Head up from the current 5.5m. The regular afternoon Council Meeting on Jan 27 began with a delegation by Ron Wheeler and Will Meneray of the Friends of Cabot Head (FOCH), the Photo: Public Works Manager Troy Cameron (in orange jacket) shows detailed organization that has managed the maps to (from left) Councillor Jamie Mielhausen, Mayor Milt McIver, Councillor historic site at Cabot Head since 1994. Smokey Golden, Councillor Megan Myles, Isthmus Bay Property Owners rep FOCH has traditionally run a Patti Hellyer, Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles. museum and gift store at the lightstation Pancakes, Real Maple Syrup, to fund their preservation activities. The Breakfast Sausages, facility was closed for three summers Apple Crisp with Ice Cream, (1917-19) for remediation of lead and Tea, Co ee, Juice mercury contamination. This left FOCH Free Will Donation without an income stream to fund its activities and store its artifacts, which has To help the environment, left the organization in dire straits. FOCH please bring your own dishes & cutlery.

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Photo: Public Works Manager Troy Cameron shows surveyed east edge of road allowance (orange paint on pavement, shown by yellow arrow). At this location, most of the road is on private property, one of many problems the Annual Pancake Supper Isthmus Bay Road upgrade will fix. Please join us for Pancakes, Farmers Sausage, Homemade Baked Beans, Veggies & Fruit, Coffee, FROM 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Tea and Lemonade AT THE ROTARY HALL IN LION’S HEAD Tuesday February 25th, 5pm to 7pm @ The Community Centre CRAFTS, FACE PAINTING AND FOOD AND IT’S FREE! Sponsored by

Ida’s Crafty Nook For more information call 519-374-4468 or [email protected] Admission By Donation and there will be a mountain of food! The Bruce Peninsula Press #2 February 11 to March 3, 2020 Page 4 OPINION PUBLISHER’S Men’s Breakfast Appearance Turns Out to Be CAO’s Swan Song

busy in summer and only available in He was asked what our municipality make piecemeal changes rather than a COLUMN winter. It makes it hard to spend less can do to promote affordable housing. massive sweeping document. By John Francis than a full year on any public consultation Allowing smaller houses would be a good Jack Schenk pointed out that Bruce One Saturday morning every month, process. start, he replied. The provincial code County is spending $14 million for low there is a Men’s Breakfast in Tobermory. He said he was delighted that the allows single family homes as small as income housing in Kincardine, at a very The guest speaker on January 18 was our Municipality had created a position of 400 square feet. Municipalities make it high cost per unit. Why is there nothing municipal CAO Bill Jones. Nine days later, Community Services Manager and hired more restrictive than that but they don’t in Tobermory? Jones explained that there he gave his notice to the municipality; he Ryan Deska to fill it. “In future,” he told have to. (The Draft Comprehensive Zoning is a housing committee in Tobermory who has accepted a new job as CAO of Arran- us, “you will see a lot more of Ryan and a Bylaw which the last council failed to are doing some good work. They made two Elderslie as of March 2, 2020. lot less of me at public meetings.” pass would have dropped the square foot applications for subsidized housing in minimum to 760, but there’s nothing to So when he spoke to us, he knew Will it be possible to have Tobermory in the last few years but were stop the municipality from approving turned down. Indirect feedback indicates he was leaving but we didn’t know. As meaningful regulation of Short-Term proposals down to 400 square feet.) I re-read my notes, I find some of the Accommodations? Yes, he said. It can be that Bruce County doesn’t want to fund meanings have shifted. done. Set up the bylaws so that violations Some complaints about paid parking projects that don’t have town sewers and put STAs out of compliance with zoning. in Tobermory received a stiff response. town water. The Bradley Davis apartment Affable as always, he began by telling “Spending is verbatim what we promised,” building in Tobermory has its own well, us that the average tenure for a municipal “That has teeth.” He said a proposed new zoning system for STAs is at a draft stage he began. Parking revenues are not he continued. The water for that building CAO is 3.2 years, which puts his nearly leaving Tobermory; they are being used to is very expensive. A further complication ten years at MNBP as something of an but he has confidence that we can have a workable system. offset the costs of dealing with tourism. A is that — believe it or not — our waiting outlier. proper washroom building will cost about list is smaller than other parts of Bruce He said the toughest part of the job He said there were 70 new homes half a million; we now have $300,000 in County. built in MNBP in 2019. That is the more in Northern Bruce Peninsula is public reserves earmarked for that project. We Ivan Smith wondered about long- consultation. Cottagers are only available than any other municipality in the county, can expect some movement on that this probably Grey as well. awaited improvements to the kitchen in in the summer; business owners are too year. the Tobermory Community Centre (where Other municipalities are calling the Men’s Breakfast is held). Jones replied MNBP, he said, to find out how we made that there is $60,000 authorized in this Letter: Hats Off To Walsh Family paid parking work so well. year’s budget. He let that sink in for a moment. Then everybody gave him a round of For MRI Fundraising He was asked about the timing for applause, shook hands and left. We were a new Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw. all assuming that he’d come back and talk to us again next winter. Dear Editor, Hats off to you all, I sure would like The County is currently working on an I would like to thank, on behalf of to know the total amounts, to date, that update of the County Official Plan, he Maybe not. But thanks for all the all the people of the Bruce Peninsula, the have been raised. It shows the great spirit explained. We will start our process after Saturday and Sunday appearances over Walsh Family; Sandy, Kevin and all, for of philanthropy and competitiveness we they finish theirs. MNBP will probably the years, Bill. Best of luck in Arran- the fantastic co-ordination of the Walsh have in this great community! Elderslie. Challenge for the MRI Project! Rick Lane, The companies, groups and Tobermory individuals who contributed are to be Letter: A Standing Ovation to commended for their generous donations Editor’s Note: The total amount raised of course, but the Walsh Family really by the Walsh Family MRI Fundraising made it happen. Challenge was $137,580.00. the Saugeen Ojibway Nation Dear Editor, recent, the emergency alert at Pickering On January 31st, the Saugeen Nuclear Station. In fact, the Canadian Letter: Small Efforts Add Up Ojibway Nation (SON) overwhelmingly Federal Joint Review Panel that approved voted down the Deep Geologic Repository the DGR in May 2015 accepted testimony (DGR). Of those casting ballots, 85% said that Lake Huron was big enough to dilute to Combat Climate Change no to a DGR on the shores of Lake Huron. any radioactive pollution that might leak from the DGR. Clearly, they lacked Dear Editor, Climate Change for the year. This despite the fact that Ontario Power Generation, a crown corporation tried to confidence in the DGR, that would bury I happened to attend the video of the • Our schools bringing the issue to our the nuclear waste next to Lake Huron, Ted Talk by Katherine Hayhoe shared at buy them off, to the tune of $150 million municipal council. dollars. The municipalities of Saugeen underneath the second largest nuclear the Tobermory United Church Tuesday, power plant in the world. February 4th, about discussing Climate • The local environmental experience Shores, Huron-Kinloss, Arran-Elderslie, Change. She’s a climate scientist and of our young people, nurtured by our Brockton and Kincardine sold us out for The three big lies of the nuclear an evangelist so hearing her was both schools. a mere $35.7 million dollars, as reported industry are slowly being exposed. It’s interesting and important. • SOK adopting Climate Change as this by an NGO called Stop The Great Lakes not clean, it’s not safe, and it’s anything year’s theme. Nuclear Dump. but cheap. Our indigenous brothers and My experience of God has always sisters have seen right through these lies been directly through my interwoven • Our markets. The awareness our parks It does not take a genius to realize it’s a bad idea to bury nuclear waste, from and saved us and future generations, for connections as part of Creation. Harming engender. now, from a toxic legacy on the shores of Creation harms us. There came a time 18 Candu reactors, next to Lake Huron, • And we know we can tuck in our own Lake Huron. It’s about time we gave them when I realized not everyone knew where 40 million people from Canada and footprints - walk, bike, carpool (and agitate their due, and accepted that we are a Metis that. But many of us who joined in the the United States get their drinking water. for public transit), shop at the Thrift Store, Nation. This is not the first time they have discussion that Tuesday, did. leave packaging at checkouts, cut down on You do not have to be an expert to saved us from our colonial mind set and We asked continually, ”What waste (particularly food), live more simply know that nuclear power plants are never it probably won’t be the last. completely safe, case in point: Fukushima, can we do?” Because there is a sense and enjoy more detail, shop consciously Andy Elliott of helplessness, that government, and know where our money is invested Chernobyl, Three Mile Island, and of something more powerful than we are, so we can keep our investments ‘clean’. must take the lead on this. One hundred • Respond politically. This is already a corporations stand in the way of putting good beginning. 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(SOUTH BRUCE scene and secured the school and set up OPP worked collaboratively with PSDS to A 25-year-old male from Owen PENINSULA, ON) - On containment of the surrounding area. maintain the safety of the students and Sound has been charged with the January 27, 2019 at OPP resources including, OPP Canine staff inside the school, as well as keeping following offences, parents and guardian apprised of the 1:13 p.m. Grey Bruce Unit and OPP Emergency Response -Operation of a motor vehicle while investigation. Ontario Provincial Team were dispatched to assist in the impaired - blood alcohol concentration Police (OPP) were called investigation. (GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) - On (80 plus), section 320.14(1)(b) Criminal to an open field area directly north of Prior to resources attending, Grey January 22, 2020 at 2:24 a.m. Grey Bruce Code of Canada Peninsula Shores District School (PSDS) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) patrolling Bruce OPP were able to confirm that -Race a motor vehicle - Stunt, section in Wiarton, South Bruce Peninsula. Highway 6 north of Springmount, the noises heard by the caller were 172(1) Highway Traffic Act The caller reported that they had heard Georgian Bluffs stopped a (beige) truck noises similar to a firearm and saw a firecrackers and that no firearm was -Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis involved in the incident. approaching the OPP cruiser at a high person run away from the area, possibly rate of speed. The vehicle was recorded readily available, section 2017 12(1) by radar travelling at 147 kilometres per Cannabis Control Act hour (km/h) in a posted 80 km/h zone. -Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily Correction – Lioness Donate to Community Living Photo Grey Bruce OPP officers arrested available, section 32(1) Liquor Licence Correction: The woman pictured in the issue #1/20 Community Living/ the driver of the truck for operating a Act Lioness donation photo is Jeanie Finger, Manager at Bruce Peninsula Association motor vehicle with blood alcohol level The accused was released on an for Community Living. over 80 milligrams, following a fail on Undertaking with a court date in Ontario road-side screening device. There were Bruce Peninsula Press apologizes for any inconvenience this may have caused. Court of Justice in Owen Sound on 3 additional passengers in the vehicle February 6, 2020. Climate Comment for January 2020: A Mild Month To Start The Decade We have very little accumulated Submitted by Bill Caulfeild-Browne NE winds gusting to 77 kms/hr and the have been even warmer - more on that snow. As fast as it falls, another mild spell most snow of the month. The moisture The warmest January recorded for next month.) arrives and reduces it. Not good news for content was 12 mm. which equates very Tobermory was in 1932, in the middle The warmth was quite apparent. snowmobilers - nor ice-fishermen, as the roughly to 12 cm. of snow. But the month of the dust bowl years, when the mean We had above freezing temperatures for lake shows no signs of freezing other than as a whole was relatively dry with just 57 temperature was just below freezing at 16 days, over half the month, with the in very sheltered spots. -0.3 C. While we were not that warm this high being +5.7C on the 10th. The lowest mm. of precipitation compared to a long- year, our mean temperature of -2.4C term average of 72 mm. This was a distinct Wiarton Willie has spoken today and the mercury dipped to was -14.7C on the forecasts an early Spring. His record of rates it well above the 20th century norm 17th - really not very cold by historical contrast to Toronto which had one of its of -6.2C. rainiest Januaries ever. prognostications isn’t very good, but I like standards. However, there were several his optimism. Let’s hope he’s right! There have been quite a few warm -20C readings recorded at locations away Januaries in the last twenty years, with from the lakeshore. the result that the norm for the 21st The second week was dominated by century now stands at -5.1C, more than a southerly winds and mild weather until a Services Provided on behalf of degree warmer than the last. (Februaries cold front moved in on the 10th, bringing

Golden Dawn Reno/Rebuild and renovating to add more Seniors’ Continued from page 1 apartments are between $15 million and $20 million. they have a lovely building to live in at an These plans are exciting, and in fact affordable rent, and they have easy access the rebuild is much-needed. Our Board on foot to stores, restaurants, a bank, is adding new members with expertise in churches, medical clinic, hospital, and can planning and financing and fundraising. (Driver, Vehicle & OHIP) even walk to the beach! But we cannot commit to going ahead Finally, the Golden Dawn is one of the with the rebuild until we can determine largest employers on the Peninsula. We are how to fund this plan in a not-for profit proud to have staff who have been here for organization. The Wiarton Location many years and have devoted their lives We are exploring different options to caring for their friends and neighbours. to fund the redevelopment of the Golden 010175 Berford Street South We are facing the same staff shortages as Dawn, and some of these options may any Long Term Care facility in Ontario, and require extensive and generous private are doing our best to bring on energetic, citizen donation help in addition to enthusiastic new staff members to carry corporate and government donations. For New Hours of Operation for the Wiarton on this tradition of caring. now, the Golden Dawn has no plans to However, the Ministry of Health close its doors, and for the time being it is Location of Service Ontario and Long Term Care, which maintains business as usual. And, finally, consider the Standards of Care in these facilities this fact: 62% of the population on the in Ontario, has legislated changes which Bruce Peninsula is now over 55 years of mandate upgrades to all 45 long term care age. You may be asked to in some way Monday - Closed beds, necessitating a complete rebuild. support a beloved landmark institution Tuesday - Wednesday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Therefore, we are faced with decisions. that you, or one of your loved ones, may Both making renovations or rebuilding well need in the years ahead! Thursday - Friday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm are extremely expensive, and we have no A Message from the Board of the significant cash reserves as a not-for-profit Golden Dawn Senior Citizen Home. Effective Immediately home. But, under the new legislation, we have to redevelop. If not, 45 long term care residents will have to be moved elsewhere. Our many, experienced, new and long-serving staff would all be out of work. The economic impact on employees and their families could be devastating. The economic impact on Lion’s Head and the Municipality would be major. And, the independent apartments would still require some form of administration. ® After many Board meetings, and consultations with families, residents, tenants, politicians, Seniors’ groups, Fresh Food. Friendly Neighbours. Visit www.Foodland.ca financial advisors, and members of the public, the Board has concluded that • In store Bakery • Fresh Produce • Fresh Meat • Deli the Golden Dawn is still a valuable and necessary resource for the Citizens of the Bruce Peninsula. In fact, the Golden Dawn is currently the only Long Term Care Facility in the Municipality of Northern Bruce, and ironically receives We sell 50lb bags of mixed, no tax funding from our citizens. In short, Flowers striped & sunflower seed the Board of the Golden Dawn wants to rebuild. But the Board recognizes that this also....Wild Birdseed, Niger will only be possible with much financial Chocolates & Cracked Corn support and expert advice. We envision building a new state of Cards the art Long Term Care Facility on the land that we already own to the West of the current building. The current long WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2020 SEASON term care rooms would be renovated into additional independent living Seniors’ CLOSED FAMILY DAY apartments, to satisfy the current very long waiting list for these units. However, OPEN 8am - 6pm | Closed Sunday preliminary estimates for the cost of LITTLE TUB HARBOUR TOBERMORY 519-596-2380 building a new Long Term Care Facility page 6 #2 February 11 to March 3, 2020 The Bruce Peninsula Press Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Special Council Meeting Minutes December 16, 2019 (Draft Design Isthmus Bay Road) MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Milt McIver, tile beds that are located on the right-of- He mentioned that he may be able to argue OTHER BUSINESS Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Councillor way. Mr. Cameron said that it is possible a safety case in order to expedite the MOE Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Councillor Megan to narrow each lane to 3.25 metres as approval process. There was no Other Business for Special Myles, Councillor James Mielhausen opposed to a 3 metre lane with a 1.5 metre Council Meeting No. 19-39, December 16, paved shoulder on each side. He said that There was a break in the meeting at 10:28 2019. STAFF PRESENT: Bill Jones, Chief a.m. Administrative Officer, Mary Lynn Standen, the width reduction to 6.5 metres will be a CORRESPONDENCE cost saver. The meeting reconvened at 10:42 a.m. Clerk, Tessa Swanton, Administrative There is no Correspondence for Special Assistant, Troy Cameron, Public Works Mr. Slaughter proceeded to display photos Discussion ensued in regards to Council’s Council Meeting No. 19-39, December 16, Manager of the various test holes along Isthmus Bay direction and the following resolution was 2019. OTHERS PRESENT: Ross Slaughter, GSS Road. He concluded that the digging should then presented. Mrs. Standen, Clerk, read Engineering not be much of a problem based on the the resolution aloud. test holes and there is the opportunity for READING OF BY-LAWS DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST further cost savings in that regard. Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #39- Moved by D. Myles Resolution #39-04-2019 AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF 03-2019 Seconded by L. Golden Seconded by J. Mielhausen In response to inquiries from Mayor McIver, Mayor McIver called the meeting to order Mr. Slaughter stated that, with the new THAT Council authorizes the Public THAT the following listed by-law be given at 9:02 a.m. and Council members were option being presented, hydro poles may Works Manager and Ross Slaughter, GSS 1st, 2nd and 3rd reading and enacted: reminded to disclose any pecuniary interest not need as much relocating; however, that Engineering, to proceed as follows as it relates to Isthmus Bay Road: 2019-101 BEING A BY-LAW TO and general nature thereof that may arise this is not certain. He also said that they CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE during the course of the meeting. have a number of the underground utilities 1. Pursue the encroachment of the existing SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF THE APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA marked. roadway with property owners on the east CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY side of Isthmus Bay Road from house OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA HELD Moved by L. Golden Resolution #39-01- Mr. Slaughter then addressed encroachments on Isthmus Bay Road. number 138 to across from house number MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2019 2019 Seconded by M. Myles 119 Council discussed a situation where one Carried THAT the content of the agenda be approved section of Isthmus Bay Road is encroaching 2. 6.5 meter road platform, paved width as presented. on private property. CLOSED SESSION 3. One (1) meter shoulders, east and west Carried Councillor Myles stated that the reasoning sides, gravelled There is no Closed Session for Special Council Meeting No. 19-39, December 16, ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES for the Isthmus Bay Road improvements is to address concerns with drainage, flooding, 4. Installation cost for perforated pipe for 2019. drainage on west side of Isthmus Bay Road There are no Minutes to adopt for Special safety and speed. She said that, based on RECONVENE FROM “CLOSED SESSION” Council Meeting No. 19-39, December 16, data, it is evident that people generally 5. Provide cost estimate, as a separate TO RESUME COUNCIL MEETING 2019. do not want to see the road widened. Mr. line item, for paving of the westerly one (1) There is no Closed Session for Special PUBLIC MEETING Slaughter agreed and said that reducing the meter shoulder road width and eliminating the need for an Council Meeting No. 19-39, December 16, There is no Public Meeting for Special open ditch will reduce construction costs. 6. Provide a complete cost estimate for 2019. Phase I of Isthmus Bay Road based on the Council Meeting No. 19-39, December 16, ADJOURNMENT 2019. Mr. Slaughter indicated that the proposed foregoing items new design will include a 1 metre gravel Carried Moved by L. Golden Resolution #39-05- DELEGATION shoulder on each side of the 6.5 metre 2019 Seconded by D. Myles paved road. He also said that there will be Mr. Slaughter stated that he will be aiming There is no Delegation for Special Council THAT the meeting adjourns at 11:14 a.m. Meeting No. 19-39, December 16, 2019. closed ditches. to present his report at the January 13, Councillor Myles recommended that the 2019 Council meeting. Carried CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA requirement of permits for fences and walls ITEMS should be considered in the future. Municipality Of Northern Bruce Peninsula 1. GSS Engineering Consultants Ltd., Ross Councillor Myles also brought up the Slaughter option of extending water servicing to and along Isthmus Bay Road. She said that Council Meeting Minutes December 16, 2019 RE: Draft of the Final Design Phase there is the cheaper short-term option MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Milt McIver, DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST of Isthmus Bay Road Improvements of re-constructing the road or the more Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Councillor AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF expensive long-term option of installing Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Councillor Megan Mayor McIver welcomed Ross Slaughter, Mayor McIver called the meeting to order water servicing while the road is being re- Myles, Councillor James Mielhausen GSS Engineering, to the meeting. constructed. She noted that it would be a at 1:12 p.m. and Council members were STAFF PRESENT: Chief Administrative reminded to disclose any pecuniary interest Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #39- shame to re-construct Isthmus Bay Road Officer, Bill Jones, Clerk, Mary Lynn and the general nature thereof that may 02-2019 Seconded by D. Myles and in the future determine water servicing should be installed and then have to tear up Standen, Deputy Clerk, Cathy Addison, arise during the course of the meeting. THAT Council agrees to permit Ross the road. Mr. Slaughter said that few survey Treasurer, Teresa Shearer, Administrative Councillor Myles declared a conflict of Slaughter, GSS Engineering, to address respondents supported water servicing in Assistant, Tessa Swanton, Wilf Barnes, interest with respect to Delegation #1 Council regarding the draft of the Final 2017. Councillor Myles said that opinions Fire Chief, Troy Cameron, Public Works “because I own and manage a tourist Design Phase of the Isthmus Bay Road may have changed and as the Lion’s Head Manager, Marshall Tigert, Facilities accommodation (hostel) in the Municipality improvements. Water Plant is operating at 30% capacity Supervisor of Northern Bruce Peninsula”. Carried there is the opportunity for more hookups OTHERS PRESENT: Michael Wynia, and it would be a financial benefit to the APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Mayor McIver expressed that he has a few Skelton Brumwell and Associates Inc., John Municipality. Councillor Myles stated that Moved by L. Golden Resolution #40-01- concerns with the final design phase of the Haselmayer, Parks Canada, Ethan Meleg, the previous Council made their decision 2019 Seconded by J. Mielhausen Isthmus Bay Road improvements project Parks Canada, Amanda Herbert, Bruce about not servicing Isthmus Bay Road with County Planning which include the increase in construction water when the project was estimated at Continued on next page costs, drainage on the west side of the road, 1.5 million dollars for all three (3) phases, the open 3 foot deep ditch, costs associated now the project is estimated at 1.37 million with the relocation or re-bracing of hydro dollars for Phase 1 only. poles, utilities located underground and the 1.3 million dollar cost for the construction Council discussed the implications of of the first phase of the road. reconsidering water servicing including and more changing the class of the environmental Mr. Slaughter advised that he and Troy assessment. Cameron, Public Works Manager, dug five (5) test holes in order to gain further Disadvantages of paving the 1 metre knowledge of the geological features of the shoulders of the road were then discussed. Valentine’s Day Has Arrived area. He noted that the test holes provided Mayor McIver requested that Mr. Slaughter at the Great Canadian Dollar Store good insight into the project and they have provide costs associated with paving the 1 prepared some ways in which costs can metre shoulder on one (1) side of the road be saved. for Phase 1. Mr. Cameron stated that there can be a Councillor Myles said that the project We Have Valentine compromise for the planned ditching on timeline presented is unrealistic as Mr. the west side of Isthmus Bay Road. He said Slaughter has advised that it may take up ♥ Greeting Cards that a 1.5 metre paved shoulder would be to one (1) year for the environmental class an alternative. He noted that, in discussion assessment to be approved; however, that with some property owners, there may be it is out of his control as the Ministry of ♥ Licenced Valentines constraints including walls, driveways and Environment deals with the application. for the Kids ♥ Decorations Leave a Local Legacy ♥ Balloon Orders

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Sewage system information must be In regards to Emmett Lake Road, Mr. cont’d from previous page Mr. Wynia then informed that Question provided to the Municipality to confirm Haselmayer said that the road provides THAT the content of the agenda be approved #9 was an opened ended question where capacity; access for a variety of uses and is owned by the Municipality and Province of Ontario. as presented. findings concluded that respondents did Class B and C licence holders must He mentioned that there are congestion not want absent landlords, existing zoning maintain records of sewage system pump- Carried issues on this road and a portable gate should be enforced, tax revenue is lost, outs and prove the system has been system is used to control parking and ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES new regulations need to be enforced and inspected and pumped out within the last traffic by Parks Canada. He proposed a nuisance and environmental concerns three (3) years; and Re: Council Meeting No. 19-38, December were raised. kiosk system near the beginning of the road 9, 2019 Garbage must be stored in an enclosed area off the Highway in order to better manage Councillor Golden asked Mr. Wynia if he except for during garbage collection. traffic and congestion. Moved by D. Myles Resolution #40-02-2019 was aware if other municipalities had Seconded by M. Myles experienced legal appeals in regards to Mr. Wynia recommended that an update on Councillor Golden requested more time to THAT the minutes of Council Meeting No. their implementation of STA regulations. the STA process be sent out in the February review the draft Agreement. tax billing requesting public input on the 19-38, December 9, 2019 be approved as Mr. Wynia said that he was aware of a Councillor Myles agreed that the Agreement preliminary recommendations. He also printed and circulated. few; however, it is a risk that you may face is a good tool to address roles and recommended that a public meeting be appeal when you implement any regulations responsibilities of the Municipality and Carried held at the time of final recommendations. Mr. Wynia then presented his Parks Canada as well as congestion and PUBLIC MEETING recommendations based on best practices Councillor Golden questioned the $2,500 public safety. She asked how capacity at There is no Public Meeting for Council and survey results. He first recommended deposit process and asked if a fee could be Little Cove would be managed on long Meeting No. 19-40, December 16, 2019. that a definition of STA’s be created. The requested rather than the accounts being weekends. managed with the deposit fee. Having declared a conflict of interest, definition provided in the report says that Mr. Haselmayer then presented a timeline Councillor Myles took her place in the STA’s are rented for a period of less than 30 Mr. Wynia advised that the STA report will of the transition of Fathom Five which audience at this time. days and do not include bed and breakfast be uploaded to the website later this week depicted a significant growth in tourism establishments, hotels, motels, lodges and public comments can be received up occurring since 2016 and that presently DELEGATION or commercially zoned accommodations until the end of February. there is the need to determine how to for the traveling public. The definition is appropriately manage the Park. He noted 1. Delegation #1 intended to be listed in the Zoning By-law. Mayor McIver thanked Mr. Wynia for his presentation. that growth in Flower Pot visitations Mr. Wynia also recommended that STA’s be reflected a 600% increase from 2008 to Skelton Brumwell and Associates included as a permitted use in certain zones Councillor Myles resumed her place at the 2018. Inc., Michael Wynia Council table at this time. in the Zoning By-law, as they are currently Mr. Haselmayer spoke on the Visitor Use RE: Short Term Accommodation not listed as a permitted use in any zone and 2. Delegation #2 Management Framework, Flower Pot therefore are interpreted to be prohibited in Island desired states, Big Tub Harbour Project in NBP this Municipality. He recommended that, desired states, renewing Vessel Operating in zones where STA’s will not be listed as a Parks Canada Michael Wynia, Skelton Brumwell and Restriction Regulations and modernizing permitted use, there be the option to apply RE: Parks Canada Update, Discussion Associates, appeared before Council to the business environment. for a zoning amendment. of the Draft Roads Agreement and present information on the Short Term delegated authority to Park Wardens on Councillor Golden expressed that, as Accommodation (STA) project that is An additional recommendation from Mr. Municipal Road Allowances within Bruce stated in the Parks Canada Establishing underway in Northern Bruce Peninsula Wynia was that STA’s require a licence Peninsula National Park and Fathom Five Agreement, economic opportunity should (NBP). Mr. Wynia informed Council that the by the Municipality to operate. Mr. Wynia National Marine Park be given locally when possible. Mr. recommendations included in the report went into further detail and presented Haselmayer responded that the Agreement Mayor McIver welcomed John Haselmayer, are only preliminary and there are many STA categories as follows: Class A, B and references local hires for Parks Canada; Parks Canada Superintendent, to the approaches that can be used to regulate C. Each STA would fall into a category however, there is a conflicting Federal meeting. Mr. Haselmayer stated that he and STA’s. based on maximum number of occupants, document that quotes “open to Canada” in number of units, days rented per year Parks Canada appreciate the partnership Mr. Wynia presented his findings of best terms of hiring/offering. and minimum length of stay. Mr. Wynia and collaboration they have with the practices and approaches to regulating advised that the STA licence fee is based Municipality. He proceeded to introduce Councillor Myles asked Mr. Haselmayer if STA’s. Best practices used in various cities on the class: $50 for Class A, $250 for other Parks Canada employees that are able Parks Canada was intending to extend the and towns were included in the report for Class B and $500 for Class C. Fees are due to answer questions if needed. Big Tub Harbour Policy. Mr. Haselmayer Council’s information. He noted that some annually. He also mentioned that a $2,500 advised that the Policy is being extended municipalities have chosen not to regulate Mr. Haselmayer began by speaking on deposit is required for Class B and C licence to 2022. STA’s and some even prohibit STA’s. Mr. the draft Agreement for the Use and holders and, in the case that a complaint is Wynia advised that there is the possibility Improvements on Municipal Roads. He Councillor Myles also inquired on the received, funds will be withdrawn from the of legal appeals when regulations are put stated that the Parks Study Area includes timeline in place for consultation on deposit in order to pay for the Municipal in place. He indicated that he only focused portions of Municipal roads and it would be the Visitor Management Strategy and investigation process. He further said that on researching municipalities in Ontario. beneficial to work collaboratively to address Visitor Use Framework. She recommended once your deposit reaches $0 the licence will Mr. Wynia stated that there is the option challenges. Mr. Haselmayer said that both to Mr. Haselmayer that Parks Canada be revoked with an opportunity to appeal to of using specific by-laws in combination Emmett Lake Road and Little Cove Road and the Municipality collaborate so the Council. Mr. Wynia noted that a Municipal with the Zoning By-law to regulate STA’s. are shared access points of the Municipality Municipality has the opportunity to gain Accommodation Tax of 4% be charged to He said that there is no standard approach and Parks Canada, and as there are areas some knowledge on tourism assets in NBP. Class B and C licence holders. to regulating STA’s as all municipalities where there is already infrastructure Mr. Haselmayer informed Council of open seem to be regulating differently. Mr. Wynia Mr. Wynia recommended that Municipal existing on the roadways, there should be house dates and sessions and further that concluded that the main issue of concern staff consider the use the Community documentation in place. He indicated that the Parks Canada Advisory Committee is is partying which contributes to increased Planning Permit System (CPPS). the Agreement responds to a few items in another outlet for public consultation. noise and dwelling capacity. the Parks Canada Establishing Agreement, Ethan Meleg, Visitor Experience Manager, Mr. Wynia also stated that it is recommended noted that Parks should enter into future Survey results were then summarized by that parties, fireworks and outdoor speakers provided a brief update on changes in Agreements with the Municipality, the fees at Parks Canada for 2020. Changes Mr. Wynia. Question #1 provided insight as not be permitted on STA properties. approval process for work on roads shall to who survey respondents most identifiedWe would like to make ours say -HAPPY FAMILY DAYincluded WEEKEND a tier increase to a -Level We 3 Park, are In addition to licences, Mr. Wynia suggested be streamlined moving forward allowing for a 2.2% CPI increase and a per person entry as: property owners, operators of STA’s, the following requirements: flexibility for future work. neighbours to STA’s, associated businesses hiring for Spring Summer 2020fee. Mr. Meleg stated that the per person or general members of the public. The data That STA operators reside on site or have a Mr. Haselmayer addressed congestion and entry fee is in addition to parking fees and indicated that most respondents were local manager available at all times; safety issues at Little Cove and noted that that there is a rate available for adults, the Concept Plan for Little Cove developed seniors, groups and youth 17 and under property owners or neighbours to STA’s. That all units be posted as an STA unit; in 2019 with Municipal Staff finds solutions are free. There is also a fee remaining for Mr. Wynia stated that Question #2 of That the operator/manager’s contact including a parking area, controlled vehicle Grotto reservations. Mr. Meleg advised that the survey suggested that mostHand survey informationin a resume be posted inside today, and outside get access a headto the shoreline of the and placement summer of rush and plan ahead! respondents are very unsatisfied or Continued on next page somewhat unsatisfied with how STA’s are currently being operated in NBP. Question #3 was an opened ended question and asked respondents to list A Family Business key opportunities or strengths of STA’s that should be promoted or enhanced. Serving the Peninsula Mr. Wynia revealed that benefits most commonly listed were a benefit to tourism, ® since 1907 owners and support for local businesses. Your Hometown Advantage Question #4 provided insight as to the key issues and concerns survey respondents have with STA’s. Mr. Wynia listed the MEAT PRODUCE DELI BAKESHOP most common results as noise, fireworks, exceeding dwelling capacity and loss of property enjoyment. BBQ Cuts Available Fruit/Vegetable Trays Rotisserie Chicken, Gluten Free Breads Mr. Wynia advised of the findings from Call Ahead with Your Organic Ham & Chicken Wings Custom Cake Orders Question #5 where the data showed that Requests Fruit/Vegetables Served Warm 43% of respondents said there should not be areas designated where STA’s are permitted and 57% said there should be areas designated. Question #6 suggested that 82% of respondents believe there should be a HAPPY FAMILY DAY WEEKEND! licensing system used to regulate STA’s. s rr TM Mr. Wynia said that Question #7 showed We are hiring for Spring & Summer 2020 that respondents generally had no issue regarding enforcement of penalties for Hand in a resume today, apply before the summer rush and plan ahead! infractions. Question #8 findings were that respondents wanted many aspects of STA’s to be OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM | CLOSED SUNDAYS regulated, such as maximum number of occupants, quiet hours, maximum number WATCH FOR OUR WEEKLY FLYER OR CHECK ONLINE AT WWW.FOODLAND.CA of rooms and a requirement for septic inspections. Other issues mentioned were a need for more enforcement, to distinguish 7 Webster St. Lion’s Head | 519-793-3415 | Follow us on Facebook page 8 #2 February 11 to March 3, 2020 The Bruce Peninsula Press MNBP COUNCIL MINUTES “budget implications” section being empty RE: Bill 132, Better for People, Smarter Sunset Drive at this time. Carried and requested to see the last 10 years of Deb 16, 2019 for Business Act, 2019 Proposed Repeal 4. Sebastien Wall- request for the fee to be occupancy data for the Harbours. of the Line Fences Act, 1990 under waived at the Rotary Hall for a performance cont’d from previous page Discussion ensued in regards to an Schedule 2 Association of Municipal on Sunday, January 12, 2020 Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of an annual pass is available for purchase appropriate rate and the following resolution Ontario (AMCTO) – expression of concern Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #40- and there is still a free local pass existing to was presented: 10-2019 Seconded by L. Golden those who lived in Tobermory at the time of Councillor Myles recommended that staff Moved by L. Golden Resolution #40-04- THAT Council approves the request the signing of the Establishing Agreement 2019 Seconded by M. Myles consider drafting a fence by-law. or their descendants. submitted by Sebastien Wall to waive the THAT Council receives this report regarding Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #40- fees applicable at the Rotary Hall with Mr. Haselmayer informed Council that the Tobermory Harbour Fees as information, 08-2019 Seconded by M. Myles respect to holding a play on Sunday, Parks Canada is establishing a Local and; THAT Council receives Clerk Report C 19- January 12, 2020. Carried Training Committee and requested that 72 as information relating to Association of a Municipal staff member or member of THAT Council directs the Off Season 5. City of Stratford- Letter and Resolution Dockage Rate for Tobermory Harbour to be Municipal Managers, Clerk and Treasurers in Support of Conservation Authorities- Council sit on the Committee. Councillor of Ontario (AMCTO) expression of concern Golden commended Parks Canada on their set at $10.00 per foot in the 2020 Fees and noted and filed Charges By-law. Carried on the proposed repeal of the Lines Fences initiative. Councillor Myles commented Act, under Schedule 2, as part of the on the Committee supporting year-round 3. Public Works Department Report No. Provincial Government’s Bill 132, Better for READING OF BY-LAWS employees and opportunities. PW 19-38 People, Smarter for Business Act, 2019 in Moved by M. Myles Resolution #40-11-2019 furtherance of information on this matter Seconded by J. Mielhausen Mr. Haselmayer noted that he included RE: Draft Design of Sign for Parks a draft letter requesting the Municipality set out in Clerk Report C 19-68 dated THAT the following listed by-laws be given to consider delegating authority to local Canada at Brinkman’s Corners November 25, 2019. Carried 1st, 2nd and 3rd reading and enacted: Park Wardens to address issues that Moved by L. Golden Resolution #40-05- OTHER BUSINESS 2019-05 BEING A BY-LAW TO ADOPT A occur on Municipal road allowances within 2019 Seconded by M. Myles the Parks Canada area. He stated that it There is no Other Business for Council VIDEO SURVEILLANCE POLICY FOR THE would be beneficial to public safety if the THAT Council receives Public Works Meeting No. 19-40, December 16, 2019. MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE Municipality agreed to this request as it can Department Report PW 19-38 and approves PENINSULA be challenging to receive a timely response the Parks Canada draft sign design and CORRESPONDENCE 2019-102 BEING A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM from OPP officers during peak times. allows Parks Canada to erect the sign 1. Paul and Jo Trudgen- our experience THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL OF on the unopened road allowance north Council discussed the request with Mr. with garbage tags and concerns- include THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY of the intersection at Dyer’s Bay Road on Waste Diversion and Management OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA HELD Haselmayer and requested that a map and East Road at Brinkman’s Corners, to showing the open, unopened and shoreline Committee agenda and staff to acknowledge MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2019 Carried prevent ATV’s from driving through on the that bag tags are currently not being road allowances pertaining to the request Tobermory Snowmobile Club trail to Parks CLOSED SESSION be provided. considered for implementation Canada land. Carried There is no Closed Session for Council Mayor McIver indicated that Mr. Jones, 2. John Francis- press for much lower Meeting No. 19-40, December 16, 2019. 4. Public Works Department Report No. shoulder season pricing for transient slips CAO, will prepare a report on Parks PW 19-39 Canada’s requests will be included on the at Tobermory Harbour- noted and filed RECONVENE FROM “CLOSED SESSION” TO RESUME COUNCIL MEETING January 13, 2020 Council agenda, and RE: Request to Reopen North Shore Barrow 3. Andrew and Kelly Burgess- request for further that Council will appoint a Council/ Bay EA and to further investigate the snow plowing and garbage collection at 9 There is no Closed Session for Council Staff member to sit on the Local Training possibility of creating private entrances off Sunset Drive Meeting No. 19-40, December 16, 2019. Committee at that time. the proposed re-alignment of North Shore Moved by L. Golden Resolution #40-09- ADJOURNMENT Mayor McIver thanked Mr. Haselmayer for Road 2019 Seconded by D. Myles the updates. Moved by L. Golden Resolution #40-12- Discussion ensued in regards to an THAT Council refuses a request received 2019 Seconded by D. Myles There was a break in the meeting at 3:19 Agreement being signed by landowners from Andrew and Kelly Burgess for p.m. THAT the meeting adjourns at 4:14 p.m. prior to proceeding with reopening the snowplowing and garbage collection at 9 Carried The meeting reconvened at 3:23 p.m. environmental assessment (EA). Council also discussed the best option moving CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA forward, a close consensus between property owners, the importance of moving Municipality Of Northern Bruce Peninsula ITEMS forward with the process if the EA is 1. Planning Report reopened and the probability of risk in Council Meeting Minutes January 13, 2020 Amanda Herbert, Bruce County Planning terms of not proceeding. RE: Zoning By-law Amendment Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #40- MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Milt McIver, Assistant, Tessa Swanton, Fire Chief, 06-2019 Seconded by M. Myles Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles, Councillor Wilf Barnes, Public Works Manager, Troy Z-35-19.66 Martin c/o Browne Laurie (Smokey) Golden, Councillor James Cameron, Manager of Community Services, Not yet assigned, Sadler Creek Road THAT Council receives PW 19-39 Request Mielhausen Ryan Deska, Operations Supervisor, Jeff to Reopen North Shore Barrow Bay EA Mielhausen, Chief Building Official, Wendy 4109 660 001 32200 MEMBERS ABSENT: Councillor Megan and to further investigate the possibility of Elliott, By-law Enforcement Officer, Carol Myles Councillor Myles questioned if Council creating private entrances off the proposed Hopkins should proceed with the recommendation re-alignment of North Shore Road as STAFF PRESENT: Chief Administrative OTHERS PRESENT: Amanda Herbert, Bruce even though SON has expressed an objection information and that Council gives direction Officer, Bill Jones, Clerk, Mary Lynn County Planning, Katherine Hemstock, to the proposal and asked Ms. Herbert if to budget in 2020 to proceed with Steps 1-3 Standen, Deputy Clerk, Cathy Addison, she was familiar with similar instances as set out in the GM BluePlan letter dated Treasurer, Teresa Shearer, Administrative Continued on next page where this has occurred. In response to an June 13, 2019. Carried inquiry from Councillor Myles, Ms. Herbert advised that she is unaware of any other 5. Deputy Clerk Report No. DC 19-12 applications with objections from SON RE: Community Safety & Well-Being Plan that were approved in NBP during her Agreement with County of Bruce, County three (3) years working for Bruce County. From a planning perspective, Ms. Herbert of Grey and Participating Lower Tier indicated that there is the opportunity for Municipalities, including the Municipality of appeal whether or not the rezoning by-law Northern Bruce Peninsula to develop a Joint is approved by Council. Community Safety & Well-Being Plan Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #40- Moved by D. Myles Resolution #40-07-2019 03-2019 Seconded by L. Golden Seconded by M. Myles THAT Council approves Zoning By-law THAT Council receives Deputy Clerk Report Amendment Z-35-19.66 as attached and DC-19-12 as information with respect to the necessary by-law be forwarded to the Community Safety & Well-Being Plan Council for adoption. Carried (CSWBP) Agreement; and 2. Facilities Supervisor Report No. FS 19-16 THAT Council, pending discussions and comments from today’s review, recommends RE: Tobermory Harbour Fees that By-law No. 2020-07, to authorize an Mr. Tigert stated that there was an error in agreement with the County of Bruce, his report in the second paragraph under County of Grey and participating lower tier “Background”, where it should reflect that municipalities, including the Municipality the “off season rate for dockage at the of Northern Bruce Peninsula to develop a Tobermory and Lion’s Head Harbour was Joint Community Safety Well-Being Plan, removed from the 2019 fees and charges as presented, be adopted at the January 13, because of non-use”. 2020, Council meeting. Carried NICOLETTA JENSEN, B.A., LLB Councillor Myles commented on the 6. Clerks Department Report No. C 19-72 Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public Lion’s Head Dr. Ian J. 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15 -2nd Ave. N. Sauble Beach, Ontario N0H 2G0 (519) 793-3092 | www.drianquist.ca Ph. 519 422-2122 Fx. 519 422-2488 The Bruce Peninsula Press #2 February 11 to March 3, 2019 page 9 MNBP COUNCIL MINUTES that 20 metres is the typical width of a road enough space to place a functioning septic a similar severance conducted in the allowance. She advised that the “fingers” system. neighbourhood. Ms. Herbert was unsure January 13, 2020 leading to the larger piece of land could and said that she considered this application Karen Sword asked Ms. Herbert if she had have been intended to be road allowances only. cont’d from previous page considered the possibility of a bed and when first developed. breakfast being operated in a dwelling on Mayor McIver stated that the report WSP, Ross Slaughter, GSS Engineering Councillor Golden pointed out the comment the severed property. Ms. Herbert said suggests the severance is a viable building DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST from the Grey Sauble Conservation that a bed and breakfast is permitted lot and asked Ms. Herbert to make the AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF Authority (GSCA) relating to lot clearing inside a dwelling and during the building public aware of the appeal process. not to occur during bird nesting season. She permit review process, the Chief Building Mayor McIver called the meeting to order Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #01- expressed concern with this requirement as Official will ensure the sewage system is 03-2020 Seconded by D. Myles at 1:02 p.m. and Council members were April to August is prime time for building appropriately sized based on the number reminded to disclose any pecuniary interest on the Bruce Peninsula. In response, Mrs. of bedrooms in the dwelling. THAT Council approves Zoning By-law and the general nature thereof that may Elliott, Chief Building Official, clarified that Amendment Z-65-19.62 and the necessary Daniel Varga said that all other properties arise during the course of the meeting. this requirement is only for lot clearing, not by-law be forwarded to Council for adoption. in the area have large lot sizes of around construction. Mrs. Herbert said that the Councillor Golden declared a conflict of 5-10 acres and cottage properties are being Carried requirement is based on a Federal Act for interest with respect to any discussion on turned into Airbnb’s. He expressed that he migratory birds. union negotiations as “my husband is a wants to preserve the neighbourhood. DELEGATION member of OPSEU”. Mayor McIver then opened the floor to the Pat Howes asked Ms. Herbert if the larger Delegation #1- Katherine Hemstock- WSP public for comment. Deputy Mayor Myles declared a conflict of lot on the right-hand side could be severed. interest with respect to any discussion on Lynn Dovaston asked Ms. Herbert to Ms. Herbert said that each proposal is dealt RE: Heron Point Road Bridge union negotiations as “my husband is a explain the change of use occurring on the with on a case-by-case basis and it would union member”. current status update and severed parcel. Ms. Herbert explained that be premature to comment as no studies proceeding alternatives APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA the current zone on the severed parcel is have been conducted. RU2 (General Rural Special), which is a Mayor McIver welcomed Ms. Hemstock Moved by L. Golden Resolution #01-01- Lynn Dovaston said that she feels betrayed zone typical to larger rural properties and to the Council meeting and she began by 2020 Seconded by J. Mielhausen and concerned and enjoys the privacy that the change of use is amending the zone to providing Council an update on the current the neighbourhood provides. THAT the content of the agenda be approved R2 (Resort Residential), a typical cottage lot. status of the Heron Point Road Bridge and as presented. Terry Dovaston asked if there had been Ron Wheeler inquired if there are any Continued on next page Carried changes proposed to the retained parcel. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES Ms. Herbert referred to draft “Schedule A” of the proposed by-law. She advised that Re: Council Meeting No. 19-40, December there is an archaeological holding provision 16, 2019 and Special Council Meeting No. portions of the retained parcel. PENINSULA PHARMACY 19-39, December 16, 2019 Karen Sword expressed her concern with Moved by D. Myles Resolution #01-02-2020 the lot size of the severed parcel. She said Seconded by J. Mielhausen that there is alvar located on the parcel as THAT the minutes of Council Meeting No. stated by the GSCA. She stated that there Peninsula Pharmacy will be closed Family Day. 19-40, December 16, 2019 and Special are severance rules in place for a reason Council Meeting No. 19-39, December 16, and the smaller lot size does not make sense Have a safe and happy holiday. 2019 be approved as printed and circulated. for this application. Ms. Herbert responded that the County Official Plan regulates Carried consents and recommends a minimum Come join us for Seniors Day! back lot size of 2 acres. She explained PUBLIC MEETING that the 2-acre minimum lot size is based The last Wednesday of every month 20% off! Public Meeting Notice on the notion that with 2 acres of land a sewage system should be able to be placed January 13, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. on relatively any lot in the Bruce Peninsula. RE: 106 Widgeon Cove Road Ms. Herbert advised that the applicants hired an engineer to do a study where they 519-793-3200 76 Main St., Lion’s Head 4109 620 001 00100 confirmed that 4,000 square metres was File Z-65-19.62, Robbins Mayor McIver welcomed Amanda Herbert, Planner with Bruce County Planning, to the meeting. Ms. Herbert provided a brief background of the severance and zoning Wiarton Home amendment file. She advised that the proposal is to sever a 4,050 square metre vacant residential lot fronting on Whiskey Harbour Road owned by Doug and Janet Robbins. The Planner informed the public to sign in on the public registry to note their presence at the meeting and preserve their appeal BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME OR COTTAGE! rights in regards to the application. Ms. Herbert then went into further detail in respect to the application and indicated that the property is a “through lot” fronting on Build with Wiarton’s Beaver Home & Cottage Program both Whiskey Harbour Road and Widgeon Cove Road and is an irregularly sized lot. She explained that the application proposes Call Jason Stevens, our Home & Cottage Consultant Now! to sever one of the two “fingers”. Along with the severance, the Planner noted that a zoning amendment is required to rezone from the current zone of RU2 (General 519.378.3883 Rural Special) to a “Special” R2 (Resort [email protected] Residential) zone for the severed parcel. Ms. Herbert stated that public notice of the proposal was circulated to neighbouring property owners and the Planning Department has received two (2) objections. She indicated that the objections relate to concerns with the proposed size of the severed lot. Ms. Herbert informed that the minimum lot area for a severance is 2 acres but this requirement may be reduced based on the results of a nitrate study which was conducted in this case. She advised that a smaller lot size can be supported on the severed lot and further that the proposed side yard setbacks are greater than a typical R2 zoned property. Ms. Herbert said that each planning application is considered individually and goes through the public process. The Planner then stated that the application is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS), the County Official Plan and the Zoning By-law. Ms. Herbert then read the following ur ne Beaer oes an ottages catalogues or 2020 hae arrie Thining o builing recommendation: ts so easy to put together your hoe ith onestop shopping on itchen, bathroo “THAT Council approves Zoning By- law Amendment Z-65-19.62 and the itures an looring ith all o our nolegeable sta here to help necessary by-law be forwarded to Council for adoption.” Mayor McIver welcomed any comments or questions from Council at this time. Monday - Friday: 9am - 6pm; Saturday & Sunday 9am - 4pm Deputy Mayor Myles asked Ms. Herbert to relay what the lot size and lot frontage is for Located on Hwy. #6 1km south of Wiarton Home Building Centre the severed lot. Ms. Herbert indicated that the severed parcel is approximately 1 acre s rr TM Phone: 519-534-5599 Fax: 519-534-3836 in size and has 19 metres of frontage, noting page 10 #2 February 11 to March 3, 2020 The Bruce Peninsula Press MNBP COUNCIL MINUTES and that may pose a huge liability for the The revised cost estimate was presented by 3. Public Works Department Report No. Municipality. She noted that the cost was Mr. Slaughter at $894,230.00. PW 20-02 January 13, 2020 estimated at $640,000. Councillor Mielhausen stated that RE: Request for Ditch Clean Out of Lot 8 cont’d from previous page Ms. Hemstock requested a decision from Councillor Myles would like water lines Con 1 EBR Eastnor options previously presented on how to Council regarding a preferred alternate. installed on Isthmus Bay Road. He also commented on the high cost of pipe. Moved by L. Golden Resolution #01-06- proceed. In response to an inquiry from Mayor 2020 Seconded by J. Mielhausen McIver, Ms. Hemstock advised that no Mayor McIver requested that Council plan Ms. Hemstock listed a brief summary of THAT Council approves the Public Works the project history to date. The summary EA would be required for “Alternate B1” a site visit to Isthmus Bay Road. (temporary road). Department undertake cleaning of the ditch suggested that the project began back in Council gave permission for Mr. Slaughter between Lot 8 and Lot 9, Concession 1, 2015, an inspection in 2016 indicated that Councillor Mielhausen asked Ms. Hemstock to talk to the Ministry of Environment, EBR, (Eastnor). the structure was at the end of its useful if she was aware of the timeline of an EA Conservation and Parks. lifecycle and in 2019 the purchase of an process. She suggested that an EA may take AND THAT staff advises the requester Mr. Cameron stated that based on the adjacent parcel of land was completed. Ms. 3-4 months if there are no issues flagged, accordingly of Council’s decision. outcome of the site tour they may be able Hemstock advised that in the next few years such as species at risk or the need for an to tender the project this winter. Carried the bridge will no longer be safe for public archaeological assessment. use and will result in closure. Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #01- 4. Fire Department Report No. FC 20-01 Mr. Cameron, Public Works Manager, 04-2020 Seconded by L. Golden Ms. Hemstock then reviewed options for the indicated that he will prepare a report for RE: Quarterly Information and Updates bridge. “Alternate A” included the closure Council and incorporate costs estimates. THAT Council receives the Public Works for October, November, and December, of the structure and the construction of Manager’s Report PW 20-04, as information, 2019 Councillor Golden commended Ms. a new permanent road. She said that if relating to the Revised Design Plans for Moved by D. Myles Resolution #01-05-2020 Hemstock on her report. this is selected as the preferred alternate Phase 1 of the proposed improvements to Seconded by J. Mielhausen then they would proceed with obtaining a Mayor McIver introduced Ryan Deska, Isthmus Bay Road; THAT Council receives the Fire Chief’s detailed survey of the lands. Ms. Hemstock Manager of Community Services. Mr. Deska AND THAT Council directs Troy Cameron, Report FC 20-01, Fire Department quarterly presented the cost of this option at $600,000 stated that he is excited to be working for Public Works Manager and Ross Slaughter, information and updates for October, not including the costs associated with the Municipality and taking on this new GSS Engineering to enter into discussions November and December, 2019. purchasing the property. She displayed challenge. He said that he is eager to get two (2) different routes for a new road. with the Ministry of Environment, to know staff, Council and members of Conservation and Parks regarding storm Carried Mayor McIver asked Ms. Hemstock about the public. He said that Northern Bruce water management issues for the proposed 5. Fire Department Report No. FC 20-02 the environmental assessment (EA) process Peninsula (NBP) is a special place and he improvements to Isthmus Bay Road; and if one route would be less complicated looks forward to living and working here. RE: Year End Report Summary from the than the other. In response, Ms. Hemstock AND THAT Council calls a Special Council Office of the Fire Marshal – 2019 said that multiple routes can be considered CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA Meeting for Monday, January 27, 2020 at Moved by L. Golden Resolution #01-08- in the EA and a “Schedule B” EA would be 11:00 a.m. for the purpose of a site visit to 2020 Seconded by D. Myles required. She estimated that the “red” route ITEMS Isthmus Bay Road. THAT Council receives the Fire Chief’s may be more costly as more tree clearing 1. Public Works Department Report No. Carried may be required. PW 20-04 Report FC 20-02, as information, regarding 2. Public Works Department Report No. the Northern Bruce Peninsula Fire & “Alternate B1” consisted of the replacement RE: Isthmus Bay Road PW 20-01 Emergency Services year-end report of the structure and the construction of a Improvements summary from the Office of the Fire Marshal temporary emergency access road. The cost RE: Public Health Directive for The - 2019. for this option was presented at $650,000 if GSS Engineering Consultants Ltd. Revised Meeting Place some work on the temporary road was done Design Plans, Phase 1 Carried by Municipal employees and $670,000 if Mr. Cameron said that The Meeting Place is Ross Slaughter, GSS Engineering 6. By-law Enforcement Officer Report work was done solely by a contractor. a well used facility and a few updates need No. MLEO 20-01 Consultants, appeared before Council to be made including extending the well “Alternate B2” had the highest cost estimate and presented the revised design plans RE: Quarterly Information and Updates of $840,000 as indicated by Ms. Hemstock. casing, installing a drinking water system for Phase 1 of the Isthmus Bay Road and monitoring the system. for October, November and December This option included the replacement of the improvements project. He stated that based 2019 structure and the placement of a temporary on Council’s direction from the December Moved by D. Myles Resolution #01-05-2020 bailey bridge. 16, 2019 Council meeting, he prepared a Seconded by L. Golden Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #01- 09-2020 Seconded by L. Golden The final alternate presented by Ms. revised design that reduces the cost of the THAT Council acts on directives as contained Hemstock was “Alternate B3”, consisting project. in the Public Works Department Report PW THAT Council receives the MLEO Report of the replacement of the structure and He outlined the differences between the 20-01 as it relates to the new Public Health 20-01, By-law Department quarterly the temporary relocation of permanent designs, including a 6.5 metre paved portion Directive for the Small Drinking Water information for October, November and residents. She informed that emergency of the road, gravelled 1 metre shoulders on System at The Meeting Place, Tobermory. December 2019. vehicles would not be able to access the the east and west side and perforated pipe Carried Carried other side of the bridge during construction on the west side for drainage. Continued on next page RESTAURANTS - STORES - MOTELS - B&BS

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No facilities; not The Bruce Peninsula Press #2 February 11 to March 3, 2019 page 11 MNBP COUNCIL MINUTES THAT Council approves the imposition of RE: Climate Action Committee receive more information on Emmett Lake conditions of granting of consent as follows: and traffic management. She also expressed January 13, 2020 Deputy Mayor Myles recommended that concern with Parks Canada staff turning 1. THAT, pursuant to Section 53(42) of The the report be deferred to the January 27, around local residents. cont’d from previous page Planning Act, the Certificate of Consent be 2020 Council meeting so Councillor Myles 7. Building Department Report No. BD affixed to the deed within one (1) year of the can be in attendance and also due to the Moved by L. Golden Resolution #01-17- 20-01 giving of the Notice of Decision. fact that there is a delegation on this topic 2020 Seconded by D. Myles scheduled for January 27, 2020. RE: December 2019/ Year End Building [NOTE: Section 53(43) of The Planning THAT Council receives the “Agreement Report Act, 1990, as amended, requires that the Moved by D. Myles Resolution #01-16-2020 for Plants on Municipal Roads” in regards transaction approved by this consent must Seconded by L. Golden to Parks Canada assets developed on Councillor Golden expressed her concern be carried out within two (2) years of the Municipal right-of-ways; that no commercial building applications THAT Council supports the establishment issuance of the certificate--ie. stamping of AND THAT Council directs staff to obtain were submitted in the last two years. She the deed]. of a Climate Action Committee; stated that we need to determine why a legal opinion in respect to the draft 2. THAT the applicant pays the applicable AND THAT Council selects two (2) members “Agreement for Plans on Municipal Roads”. Northern Bruce Peninsula is not attractive to sit on the Climate Action Committee; to commercial developers. Mrs. Elliott, Chief County of Bruce consent certification fee at Carried Building Official, said that commercial the time of certification of the deeds. AND THAT Council approves the draft 14. Chief Administrative Officer Report No. development takes time. 3. THAT a reference plan be completed and Terms of Reference of the Climate Action Committee; CAO 20-04 Moved by L. Golden Resolution #01-10- a copy filed with the Municipal Clerk, the 2020 Seconded by D. Myles Registrar and two (2) copies filed with the AND THAT Council provides direction RE: Bruce Peninsula Society of Approval Authority for the County of Bruce. regarding the Climate Action Committee’s Artists (BPSA) Lease Agreement THAT Council receives Chief Building request to have a Municipal staff member Official Report No. BD 20-01, relating to the 4. THAT the owners provide an accredited appraisal of the subject lands to the serve as a recording secretary; Moved by D. Myles Resolution #01-18-2020 December 2019 Building Report and Five- Seconded by J. Mielhausen year Comparison, as information. Municipality. Said accredited appraisal AND FURTHER THAT Council provides shall be the basis of the 5% cash in lieu of direction pertaining to the declaration of a THAT Council receives Chief Administrative Carried parkland contribution to the Municipality. “Climate Emergency”. Officer Report CAO 20-04 as information relating to the Bruce Peninsula Society of 8. Deputy Clerk Department Report No. 5. THAT the Municipal Clerk provides Deferred DC 20-01 written confirmation to the Approval Artists (BPSA); and Authority that Zoning Amendment, under 13. Chief Administrative Officer Report No. THAT Council, pending discussions and RE: Accessibility Annual Status Report CAO 20-02 for 2019 Bruce County File. No. Z-65-19.62, is in comments from today’s review, approves force and effect pursuant to the provisions RE: Parks Canada Road Agreement the lease agreement for renting the Ferndale Moved by D. Myles Resolution #01-11-2020 of the Planning Act, 1990, as amended. Schoolhouse Building to Bruce Peninsula Seconded by J. Mielhausen Councillor Golden questioned if staff have 6. THAT the Municipality provides written Society of Artists, commencing May 1, 2020 THAT Council receives Deputy Clerk Report had the Municipal solicitor review the for a three (3) year period; and confirmation to the Approval Authority that document. DC 20-01 as information as it relates to the Municipal conditions as imposed herein THAT Council, recommends that By-law No. the Accessibility Annual Status Report for have been fulfilled. Councillor Golden recommended that the 2020-11 authorizing a Lease Agreement for 2019. term “Manager” as defined in the draft the Bruce Peninsula Society of Artists, as 7. THAT the Clerk of the Municipality Agreement be amended as it currently is Carried provides written confirmation that a Site presented, be adopted at the January 27, defined as the “Municipality’s Public Works 2020 Council meeting. 9. Clerks Department Report No. C 20-01 Plan Control/Development Agreement has Manager”. been executed and registered on title to Carried RE: Zoning By-law Amendment address the mitigation measures identified Councillor Golden recommended that 15. Resolution- AMO President Owner: Xueqi Lin on Page 4 of the Grey Sauble Conservation the wording “all applicable legislation” be Agent: Dao (Douglas) Zhang Authority letter dated August 2, 2019. added, where applicable. RE: Call for Action to Pass a Resolution about Transition to the Blue Box to Full Part Lot 15, Concession 5, WBR, (Eastnor), 8. THAT the Chief Building Official provides Councillor Golden recommended that Parts 1 and 2, Plan 3R- 7037 written confirmation to the Approval Council look at the parking area at Little Producer Responsibility 625 Little Pike Bay Road Authority that the existing uses, buildings Cove. She then requested that Council and structures on the subject property Continued on next page Bruce County File No. Z-33-19.62 are consistent with legal non-conforming Roll No. 4109 620 002 12850 uses and/or are in conformity with the Comprehensive Zoning By-law and Ontario Moved by D. Myles Resolution #01-12-2020 Building Code. Seconded by J. Mielhausen PENINSULA Carried P THAT Council supports the passage of A By-law No. 2020-08, being a by-law to 11. Clerks Department Report No. C 20-03 amend the Municipality of Northern Bruce APPLIANCES Peninsula Comprehensive Zoning By-law RE: Report of the Integrity No. 2002-54, as amended, as it relates to Commissioner dated January 6, property legally described as Part Lot 15, 2020 3 PIECE KITCHEN Concession 5, WBR, (Eastnor), Parts 1 and SUITE 2, Plan 3R-7037 and located at 625 Little In the matter of a complaint against PACKAGE Pike Bay Road, Municipality of Northern Councillor Laurie Golden dated August DEAL Bruce Peninsula. The amendment is 29, 2019 required to rezone the subject land from Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #01- RCM Rural Commercial Special (RCM-b) to 15-2020 Seconded by D. Myles $ Maytag® RU1 General Rural Special (RU1-08-2020) Electric THAT Council receives the Report of the 2599 and permit a minimum exterior side yard plus tax • includes delivery Freestanding setback for dwelling – 15 meters (30 meters Integrity Commissioner dated January and disposal 6, 2020 as it relates to the matter of a Range required) and a minimum lot frontage – 76.2 YMER6600FW meters (89.9 meters required). complaint lodged against Councillor Laurie Golden dated August 29, 2019; • White AND THAT Council will consider passage of • 6.2 cu. ft. By-law No. 2020-08 at its regular meeting AND THAT Council acknowledges that said • Aqua lift self clean on Monday, February 10, 2020. Report of the Integrity Commissioner dated • Hidden bake element January 6, 2020 has been posted on the • XL window Carried Municipal website. Carried 10. Clerks Department Report No. C 20-02 12. Chief Administrative Officer Report No. Maytag® RE: Owners/Applicants: Janet and CAO 20-01 Top Freezer Douglas Robbins Refrigerator Maytag® MRT118FFFH ® Agent: Douglas Robbins Jetclean Plus • White Dishwasher File No.: B-107-19.62 (Consent) • 18 cu. ft. MDB4949SHW • LED lighting • White Related File No.: Z-65-19.62 (Zoning) • Full with meat pan • 5 cycles, 5 options Part Lots 3, 4 and 5, Concession 6, WBR, • Nylon racks Part 1, Plan 3R-422, • Tiered upper rack Parts 4, 5 and 6, Plan 3R-5968, (Eastnor) Offering Quality Parts® and • 50 dBA 106 Widgeon Cove Road Professional Service Assessment Roll No. 4109 620 001 00100 to all makes of Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #01- ATV’s, Marine Engines 13-2020 Seconded by L. Golden & Snowmobiles ENERGY STAR® REBATE THAT Council directs staff to submit Certified Marine & Small Engine Technician to the County of Bruce Planning and E ective Immediately Economic Development Department, the With over 30 years experience! Municipality’s position of no objection Up to 25% o on applicable appliances to a severance submitted by the agent, We can help you with your Douglas Robbins, on behalf of the owners, ATV & Snowmobiling needs. or maximum of $500 Janet and Douglas Robbins, for property Helmets, gloves, balaclavas, grip warmers, legally described as Part Lots 3, 4 and 5, batteries, belts, sliders, spark plugs, etc.. Concession 6, WBR, Part 1, Plan 3R-422, FREE DELIVERY ON THE BRUCE PENINSULA Parts 4, 5 and 6, Plan 3R-5968, (Eastnor) and located at 106 Widgeon Cove Road . It is the intention of the application to sever Large selection of TVs and Appliances in stock! a 4,050 square meter vacant residential lot Visit us on at www.facebook.com/patv.ca fronting on Whiskey Harbour Road and, further, to facilitate the severance (consent), a zoning by-law amendment is also required WINTER HOURS West side of Hwy. #6 at Ferndale to rezone the property from RU2 Restricted ® Registered Trade-mark of Whirlpool Canada Inc. 519-793-4444 Rural to Resort Residential Special (which BY CHANCE OR APPOINTMENT will permit a lot area of 4,000 square meters 141 Burma Road and lot frontage of 19 meters) as well as 6 km straight west of Ferndale to establish a Holding (H) provision on a YLES Call for portion of the retained lands to address 519-793-6464 Information archaeological potential. [email protected] MINI STORAGE 519-793-4444 page 12 #2 February 11 to March 3, 2020 The Bruce Peninsula Press MNBP COUNCIL MINUTES November 14, 2019- noted and filed January 13, 2020 7. Traditional Leadership Committee for the 2020 Sources of Knowledge Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Reserve- cont’d from previous page December Update- noted and filed Mayor McIver requested further 8. Public Health Grey Bruce- Mosquito Forum Moves Between Classroom, information/clarification on this item. Mr. Identification and Viral Testing Summary Jones said that Mr. Cameron will circulate Report 2019- noted and filed an email to Council. Courtroom, To the High Seas 9. Multi-Municipal Wind Turbine Working Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #01- Group- January 9, 2020 Agenda- noted Submitted by Hazel Smith will feature many rapid fire pictures 19-2020 Seconded by L. Golden and filed Registration intended to prompt a new awareness of THAT Council receives the attached is now open Coast Guard, commercial activities and Moved by D. Myles Resolution #01-22-2020 for Sources the Arctic environment with questions resolution, as information. Seconded by L. Golden of Knowledge welcome. Carried THAT the correspondence be received for Forum 2020: Former Captain of the CCGS Sir 16. Resolution- The City of Woodstock information, as printed and circulated. The Climate is Wilfrid Laurier, an 83 metres 8000 RE: Single Use Plastic Bags Carried Changing. Will hp Arctic class 2 icebreaker out of We? The Forum Victoria, BC, Taylor spent summers Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #01- READING OF BY-LAWS will take place in the Canadian Arctic supporting 20-2020 Seconded by L. Golden at the Parks Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #01- shipping, science, Aids to Navigation and THAT Council receives the attached 23-2020 Seconded by L. Golden Canada Visitor sovereignty programs and winters in the resolution, as information. Centre over the weekend of April 24- North Pacific BC waters performing Aids THAT the following listed by-laws be given 26th. Over ten speakers and panelists to Navigation, Search and Rescue, other Carried 1st, 2nd and 3rd reading and enacted: will present research about climate and government department programs. 2020-01 BEING A BY-LAW TO SET FEES current activities to effect planet-saving OTHER BUSINESS Retired from the Coast Guard AND CHARGES FOR THE MUNICIPALITY change. Mr. Jones provided an update on the Lion’s OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA since 2000 he has been performing Head Lighthouse. He advised that, over the One such vibrant voice is that of Ice Pilot duties in the high Arctic until weekend, the lighthouse was destroyed 2020-02 BEING A BY-LAW TO PROVIDE Kristen Hargis, a PhD candidate at the the present. He provides on board ice FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF AN School of Environment and Sustainability by a storm. He informed Council that INTERIM TAX FOR THE YEAR 2020 navigation expertise to a wide variety the rebuild process has begun and Brian at the University of Saskatchewan who is of Canadian and International clients Swanton intends on rebuilding a replica. 2020-03 BEING A BY-LAW TO ESTABLISH researching what ‘good’ climate change from Cruise ships to Scientific research Mr. Jones stated that Mr. Swanton has A SCALE OF COSTS PURSUANT TO PART education and communication looks vessels, to commercial ore carriers as well the lighthouse construction plans for the XI OF THE MUNICIPAL ACT, 2001, AS like. Her master’s research exploring as back with the Canadian Coast Guard. rebuild undertaken by high school students AMENDED how sustainable consumption is taught Other speakers will include from Bruce Peninsula District School 2020-04 BEING A BY-LAW TO ADOPT A brought her to the Bruce Peninsula Fraser Thomson, a lawyer working (BPDS). He indicated that a contractor has MUNICIPAL FACILITY/PROPERTY USE District School, a school identified as with Ecojustice, Canada’s largest offered his shop for the winter to be used POLICY FOR THE MUNICIPALITY OF one of the most advanced in the country environmental law charity. He will for the rebuild project, they are looking for NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA in terms of how climate learning is discuss the field of environmental law volunteers, a Committee of Council can 2020-05 BEING A BY-LAW TO ADOPT incorporated across the curriculum. be formed if Council wishes and different with a specific focus on Ecojustice’s case AN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Her participatory session at the building materials are being proposed. ACCEPTABLE USE FOR COUNCIL AND with Ontario youth: Mathur et. al. v. Her STAFF POLICY FOR THE MUNICIPALITY Sources of Knowledge 2020 Forum will Majesty in Right of Ontario. Mr. Jones elaborated on the rebuild process present some basic scientific facts to OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA Back by popular demand is our own and indicated that they are proposing to illustrate how scientists know humans use masonry products, rebuild in the same community weatherman, Bill Caulfeild- 2020-06 BEING A BY-LAW TO AMEND THE are causing climate change and consider location (possibly move back 4-5 feet) and MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE Browne, who at his own weather station whether knowing the facts about climate MP Alex Ruff wants to be kept up to date PENINSULA BY-LAW NO. 2002-54, AS has been quantifying climate change in change is enough. Attendees will be invited with the project. Mr. Jones said that the AMENDED, BEING THE COMPREHENSIVE Tobermory, measuring temperatures to participate in an interactive poll to Department of Fisheries and Oceans and ZONING BY-LAW FOR THE MUNICIPALITY and precipitation from 1996-2020 share ideas about what matters for climate the Coast Guard are aware the lighthouse OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA [LOT present. He will compare his data with 3, CONCESSION 1, EBR, (LINDSAY) – 2026 change belief and action before examining is out of service. The CAO said that statistics from the period 1914-1983. material costs for the rebuild would be the THE BURY ROAD, MUNICIPALITY OF what the research tells us. NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA] The presentation will also examine the responsibility of the Municipality. Moving from the classroom to the relationship between lake levels and Council agreed that the establishment of 2020-07 BEING A BY-LAW TO viewpoint through the binoculars of a sea precipitation in this area. AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT WITH captain and arctic ice pilot, those who a Committee of Council for the project is Cost to attend the full forum not necessary. THE COUNTY OF BRUCE, COUNTY OF attend the Saturday evening dinner and GREY AND PARTICIPATING LOWER weekend is $80 if registered by April keynote address will spend the evening Moved by L. Golden Resolution #01-21- TIER MUNICIPALITIES, INCLUDING THE 1st and $90 after (while space remains). in the company of Captain Mark Taylor. 2020 Seconded by J. Mielhausen MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE There is also a dinner and keynote only PENINSULA TO DEVELOP A JOINT The Arctic is one of the key areas of THAT the CAO continues to work with Brian option at $35. COMMUNITY SAFETY & WELL-BEING the planet that has shown climate changes Swanton, Doug Hill and Municipal staff on For more information about Sources PLAN earlier than other parts of the world and the rebuild of the Lion’s Head Lighthouse. of Knowledge, the 2020 Forum and to 2020-12 BEING A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM as these changes occur the impact is far- register visit www.sourcesofknowledge. Carried THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL OF reaching. Captain Taylor’s presentation ca/forum-registration/ Mr. Jones informed Council that all three THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY delegation requests for the 2020 ROMA OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA HELD Conference were accepted. Topics include MONDAY, JANUARY 13, 2020 OPP Policing Costs, the Lion’s Head Carried Community Centre and Arena Project and the purchase of the MTO maintenance CLOSED SESSION yard. Councillor Golden asked those Moved by L. Golden Resolution #01-24- attending the ROMA conference to speak 2020 Seconded by D. Myles with the Minister of Housing, if they have an THAT Council move into closed meeting opportunity, to reiterate that the Province at 3:13 p.m. pursuant to Section 239 of needs to fund the County’s affordable The Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for housing budget. the following reasons: b) personal matters about an identifiable individual including CORRESPONDENCE Municipal or local board members, and, d) 1. Nuclear Innovation Institute- invitation labour relations or employee negotiations, to the Municipal Innovation Breakfast (Collective Agreement). taking place on January 16, 2020- noted Carried and filed RECONVENE FROM “CLOSED SESSION” 2. Minister of Energy, Northern Development TO RESUME COUNCIL MEETING and Mines and Associate Minister of Energy- commitment to Ontarians to Moved by J. Mielhausen Resolution #01- reduce energy costs and expand access 25-2020 Seconded by D. Myles to natural gas to underserved parts of the THAT Council reconvenes from Closed province- noted and filed Session at 3:20 p.m. and resumes the 3. Safety Planning- Resource Document- Council meeting. Data Sources to Support CSWB Planning- Carried noted and filed Deputy Mayor Myles and Councillor Golden 4. Ministry of Children, Community and resumed their place in the open Council CONDITIONS APPLY. Offer applies on select Regency products. Social Services- launching consultations to meeting. Ask your salesperson for details. Cannot be combined with any other Regency offer. inform the development of a new five-year strategy for Ontario’s Poverty Reduction Staff was given direction to proceed Strategy- noted and filed accordingly. 5. Stewardship Ontario- Industry Funding ADJOURNMENT for Municipal Blue Box Recycling for the Moved by L. Golden Resolution #01-26- Third Quarter of the 2019 Program Year- 2020 Seconded by D. Myles noted and filed THAT the meeting adjourns at 3:21 p.m. 6. Safe Communities- Minutes from Carried February Movies at Your Store For All Seasons Parks Canada Visitor Centre OWEN SOUND (SPRINGMOUNT) 717861 HWY. 6 Submitted by Kathryn Hauck 519-371-2963 www.thefyreplace.com Here are the movies that are going to play at the Parks Canada Visitor Centre for the month of February. Movies begin at 1pm. Entry is by donation. Open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm, • February 14 – Rocket Man • February 21 – After the Wedding • February 28 – Pain and Glory Saturday 9am-1pm The Bruce Peninsula Press #2 February 11 to March 3, 2019 page 13 Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Support Advisory Action Committee To Discuss Need for Available/Affordable Housing and Rentals Submitted by Sharron Colter Lion’s Head and Tobermory. Return the – Sheatre Production, “Ye Canna Throw •Wednesday June 10th at 1:00 p.m. – The Northern Bruce Peninsula survey by February 29th. A report of the Granny off the Bus” – a question and June is “Senior Citizen Month”. Choose to Community Support Advisory Action collated surveys will be available at the answer session after the play. The Ontario honor a senior during June (senior is 65+ Committee (NBP CSAAC) will meet on March 11th meeting. Rural communities Ministry of Seniors and Accessibility is according to the government). Preparing Wednesday February 12, 2020 from 1:00 are at a disadvantage due to the lack encouraging communities to become for Emergencies and Outdoor Activities p.m. to 3:00 p.m. to discuss the need of rural transit transportation. Let your aware of the signs of Elder Abuse in their – Do you have your 72 hour Emergency for available and affordable housing and needs be known should you not be able community and how a community can Kit prepared? If not, ideas and a list of rentals. Jan Chamberlain from Owen to drive in the future. respond to ensure the well-being and suggested items will be available. Notices Sound, member of the Council on Aging Several topics and speakers for the safety of their residents. This presentation will be sent out if there are changes in Grey Bruce, will be the speaker to talk upcoming meetings have been planned for is sponsored by the Violence Prevention this schedule. about available housing. A discussion you to mark on your calendar: Team in Owen Sound. Donations at the Meetings are held at the Northern on the need for housing and rentals on door are welcome (a loonie or toonie). • Wednesday March 11th at 1:00 Bruce Peninsula Municipal Building, the peninsula will follow. What can the p.m. – Speaker: Brenda Scott from George • Wednesday May 13th from 1:00 p.m. 56 Lindsay Rd 5. For more information community do? What is your vision for Funeral Home to discuss making those to 3:00 p.m. – Speaker: Pam McDermid contact: Sharron Colter, chair at 519-793- the future of Northern Bruce Peninsula? final decisions for yourself or a loved one. from the Seniors Group in Beaver Valley 3473 or [email protected] If you There are one page surveys about Hear about the scattering garden in Lion’s to present a workshop entitled “It’s Not would like updates from the committee “Rural Transit Transportation” needs on Head. Right”. This is an interactive workshop send your e-mail to be added to the the Northern Bruce Peninsula available at for the audience and the speaker. Do you network connecting with others. • Wednesday April 8th at 1:00 p.m. both libraries and Family Health Teams in have time to volunteer? Church Council, Rotary Club Partner for Pancake Supper Submitted by Marlene Davies Head held many Pancake Suppers, but Council Member, Anne James, who The Pancake Supper is to take place due to circumstances beyond the Church’s is a Rotarian, spoke to the Rotary Club Lent is a solemn religious observance at the Rotary Hall, Tuesday February 25, control they were unable to host a Pancake about partnering with Christ Church in the Christian liturgical calendar that 2020 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. The menu will Supper in 2019. People in the village were to host a Pancake Supper. The Rotary begins on Ash Wednesday (February 26th) be Pancakes, Real Maple Syrup, Sausages, disappointed that a Supper was not held. Club were in favour of the partnership. and ends approximately six weeks later, Apple Crisp with Ice Cream, Tea, Coffee, Therefore, the Church Council decided Rotarian David Hosken and Rotarian/ Easter Sunday. For many Christians and Juice. The COST is a FREE WILL to partner with a organization within Christ Church Member Anne James will around the world it’s a most important coordinate the Supper. DONATION (suggested donation $10). time in which many fast, do extra alms the community of Lion’s Head. That and extra acts of good will. organization was the Rotary Club. For The Rotary Club will prepare the To help the environment, participants years the Rotarians whenever needed have pancakes, sausages & apple crisp etc. are asked to bring their own dishes and On the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday helped Christ Church Pancake Suppers and Christ Church members will help cutlery. Note: Dishes and cutlery will be which is called Shrove Tuesday, Pancake by being servers and or part of the clean the Rotarians set-up, serve and clean-up. supplied for those who don’t bring their Suppers are held by many Churches. Over up crew. own. the years Christ Church Anglican, Lion’s Bill Graham – A Life Well Lived Submitted by A man of courage, skill, determination, and tenacity, he carried these attributes Gordon Nelson into business, excelling in the investment industry and linking his experience with a Bill national scholarship program intended to assist financially challenged students enter Graham passed Canada’s growing universities in the 1970s. away on January I met Bill in Tobermory when we served on the Bruce National Park and 2, 2020. Hard to Fathom Five Marine Park Advisory Committee. We also worked together with another believe! He was Hamilton boy, Daryl Cowell, in establishing the Sources of Knowledge Forum (SOK), full of energy and an organization intended to link the research, activities, and benefits of the Bruce and commitment, Fathom Five Parks to the research and learning interests of the people of the Bruce and an absolutely outlying areas. This Forum has been very successful and is holding its 12th annual superb conference in spring 2020. Bill made a major contribution by attracting hundreds of athlete, very people through his intense marketing skills. He also was heavily involved in creation of accomplished a SOK bursary for local young people who wanted to attend university. Bill liked SOK business man, because it was social and contributed to the conservation of the wild character of the and dedicated Bruce Peninsula, a place where he spent as much time as he could. citizen. I grew up only a few I went with Bill on a very memorable raft trip down the great Nahanni River --- blocks from Bill the Headless Valley --- in 2013. It was a run he had done before some years earlier in Hamilton but with his wife Pat. While we were on the River he spoke more than once about how he did not actually would like to show this magnificent place to his five daughters and his grandchildren: meet him until it demonstrated the grandeur of the Canadian North. While running the swift waters many years later and rapids, we saw some intriguing wildlife: an eagle, a wolf, caribou, ducks, and rich through joint bird life. At the start of the trip we had made a bet about whether or not we would Photo: 2011 picture of Bill Graham with a Canadian Horse at activities in the see a bear. He bet yes and I bet no. Towards the end of the run, as we were swinging the family stable near Pike Bay where the Grahams helped Bruce Peninsula. around a curve in the River, he tapped me on the shoulder and pointed to the River bank. There stood a big, black bear staring into the raft. I told him that I thought he to maintain the breed. Yet I certainly knew of his had had the bear brought in --- which, for Bill, was not out of the question. He never exploits on the actually denied it, and he still owes me five bucks. Go with the wind, Bill Graham, football field. I watched him play with the Junior Hamilton Wild Cats when he was with a life well lived. a young teenager. When I came back to Kitchener-Waterloo after years elsewhere he was well known as a running back in an outstanding backfield with Bobby Kuntz and Cookie Gilchrist. Bill made the Tiger Cats as a youth of 17, playing with big men like Vince Mazza and Vince Scott. His quickness and sense of the field were his forte. Bill played football for the love of the game. He once told me that in the early 50s he had negotiated a $1,200.00 annual contract from the tough Tiger Cat manager, Carl 607 Pike Bay Road, NB Peninsula, N0H 2T0. Voyles, who told him he was hard to bargain with! Bill said what Voyles didn’t know 519-793-3150 was that he would actually have played for nothing! WHERE WHISKEY HARBOUR MEETS PIKE BAY! Bill was an excellent hockey player, invited by Canada’s senior league champions, FABULOUS wings with our own signature home-made sauces & rubs, house the Belleville McFarlands, to join them in a playing tour of Europe. He also stood smoked pulled pork and specialty sandwiches! out in track and field, particularly as a runner. After football and hockey he became a first rate squash player as well as an internationally competitive Carriage Driver. INTRODUCING FISH FRIDAY NIGHTS! EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT WILL FEATURE Every year he spent a week hunting deer and another going east to fish for salmon on the Mirimachi. A DIFFERENT FISH ENTREE PLUS DAILY $8.99 LUNCH SPECIALS! RESERVE EARLY FOR VALENTINE’S DINNER FEATURING WHITEFISH THURSDAY NIGHT WINGS $9.99 PER LB HOUSEHOLD AND FRIDAY $6.99 BREAKFASTS 8 AM - 2 PM SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY NIGHTS BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN & WAFFLES SUNDAY NIGHT SPECIAL DINNERS - RESERVE EARLY FOR SUNDAY FEB. 16th PICK UP BEER BATTER FISH & CHIPS DINNER WITH ENTERTAINMENT BY GERRY GOLDIE! AND DELIVERY MONDAY NIGHT 8 0Z ANGUS BEEF BURGERS $10.99 Pick up and delivery of Closed Family Day Monday OPEN YEAR ROUND almost any size parcel Thursday to Monday from Owen Sound 8 am to 2 pm 4:30 pm to 8 pm to Tobermory! Closed Tuesday & Wednesday Takeout Available! Debit, Visa, Mastercard 519-534-2506 | 519-793-4013 | [email protected] Accepted page 14 #2 February 11 to March 3, 2020 The Bruce Peninsula Press Lion’s Head Holds Global Women’s March to Advocate for Women’s Rights By Joanne Rodgers, the community and around the globe. previously attended marches in Wiarton especially in the Middle East. She says Bruce Peninsula Press Worldwide, on 18 January 2020, women and Owen Sound and wondered “why even though there is still work to be done In the midst of a mid-afternoon and supporters joined this yearly event to we weren’t protesting in our own town”. in Canada, never take for granted the blizzard, 25 women and allies and 4 dogs bring focus to the fight for equality, justice Braving an all-day snow storm and freedoms we enjoy here. marched along Main Street in Lion’s and women’s human rights. hazardous road conditions, Marchers Brian Taylor urges the group to be Head to show support for women in Organizer Betsy Burrows had turned out to advocate for women’s rights, courageous and speak up when people are filling gaps in medical research for women, being disrespected due to gender and race. gender equality, abortion rights, missing and murdered indigenous women and Jan says in the closing remarks women living under oppressive regimes. “as women, we are fortunate to live here in Canada, and yet we also have some BPDS student Browyn Stanton led the distance to go to ensure equality for women March alongside Jan Mackie, representing in our society where inequality is deeply the youth and elders of the community. embedded in our systems. We cannot be Trace MacKay, wearing the signature complacent; we need to keep working and hand-knitted pink hat, trademark of the talking and advocating. There are women first march in 2017, wants to see greater in many parts of the world that need our progress and funding in women’s health ongoing support. And there is a need to and gender-based medical research. have compassion and patience for those Neda Sarbakhsh lends her voice to the who need educating around issues of women who cannot speak for themselves, inequality.”

Photo: Despite the blizzard conditions, 25 women and allies and 4 dogs marched along Main Street in Lion’s Head to show support for women in the Photo L-R: Women’s March organizer Betsy Burrows with attendee Neda community and around the globe at the Women’s March on January 18th. Sarbakhsh. BPNP and Saugeen Ojibway Nation Celebrate New Gathering Place “Gima-Kwe Nong”

Submitted by Janna connect with the land, and to to come. We are so proud to be a part of Chegahno, share and teach their history the team that accomplished this work. Indigenous Liaison, BPNP and culture to members of SON On November 1, 2019, communities and visitors to the Saugeen Ojibway Nation Bruce Peninsula. (SON) hosted a welcoming After four years of and naming ceremony to collaborative planning, open the new gathering designing, and building the place at Emmett Lake in the site has been completed! Bruce Peninsula National The entire project, from the Park (Bruce Peninsula). decommissioning of the Bruce Peninsula is within previous infrastructure to the the traditional territory of the construction of the new facilities, SON and the area of the park was done entirely by Parks that leads to Emmett Lake is Canada team members and directly adjacent to the SON members of SON communities. hunting grounds. The project provided an Photo: The new gathering place, “Gima-Kwe Nong,” opportunity for Parks Canada SON shares their includes a classroom, compost washroom, cooking and the SON to work together culture shelter, and an area dedicated to ceremonial use. towards creating something that The ceremony was led by would be mutually beneficial for SON Elder Vernon Roote and Federal Infrastructure Investments years to come. Opportunities for included members from SON communities apprenticing and repurposing or recycling and Parks Canada staff. It opened with - more than just an opportunity to existing materials were plentiful. the lighting of a sacred fire, prayers build new buildings This project is a testament to the in Anishnaabemowin and included great things that we can accomplish by traditional hand drumming and song. It was important to both Parks Canada and SON that any planning and decision working together with our First Nation The ceremony honoured the ancestors and Indigenous partners. The facility is and opened and welcomed the site. There making for this site be carried out together and that SON communities be involved an incredible legacy where people will was also a traditional naming ceremony come together to learn and share for years followed by a feeding of the fire and a feast. throughout the process. A concept plan was The site has been given the Anishnaabe developed that would see an old, demolished name “Gima-Kwe Nong” which translates ranger camp completely renovated into an to “Queen Woman Place.” This name accessible outdoor cultural learning centre honours the endangered Queensnake, with a 3-season lodge, primitive camping, with Emmett Lake being one of the few outdoor cooking and cook stove provisions, known areas where the Queensnake is and a place for ceremony. Gima-Kwe Chi-Cheemaun found. Nong will be available for SON to use to Weekend Festival

June 12th - 14th 2020 Photo: Bruce Peninsula team members Guy Chegahno and Will Francis attending community meetings with the SON to develop the design for the site. The Bruce Peninsula Press #2 February 11 to March 3, 2019 page 15 Royal Canadian Legion Branch 202 Lion’s Head – No Snow for Winter Fun? Try Darts & Euchre at Branch 202

Submitted by Peter public visitors. You do not need to be a up with the OPP this turned out to be Dodge, serious player, just turn out for the fun a bogus solicitation. Firstly, our Legion Public Relations and social (even though Legion Member, will never accept a request by telephone Officer Rod Quesnel, did throw a perfect 180 on for help, only in writing to our Secretary. January 16th). Of course Euchre is also Legion Br 202 President Richard Smith, What can you available each Friday and during Darts, if working with the OPP, Wiarton Branch, do, for activities, foursomes can be accumulated. was informed to pass on any false claims on the Northern with phone numbers etc., to their office. Bruce, when we Times of these activities are shown, have a shortage of in every edition, of this publication in the Thursday February 5th both snow? Snowmobilers fun & games section. the Branch Executive and General and cross country Our next major activity will be the Membership will meet, a new Member skiers are in deep “sold out” Valentine Dinner on February will be inducted into the Branch. During depression! BUT 15th. During this event the Draw for the the meetings plans will be made for the you can go out $1,000.00 and Silent Auction will take Branch 2020 activities, which will include every Monday and place. It is amazing the huge amount of the April Officers nominations. Thursday and play donations for the Silent Auction that have We may be a small Branch but we darts at the Lion’s been accumulated. ALL proceeds from are a very lively group, with the amazing Head Legion, a bit the event, will be given to the Wheelchair support and involvement of our Auxiliary expensive at $2.00 Photo: Weekly dart players enjoy the fun and social time. Accessibility Fund, Washroom Extension. Ladies, we achieve the unachievable. per day! We are There has been an unusual request, Applications for new Members are averaging 20 players You do not need to be a serious dart player to participate by phone, to a Legion Member for donations always welcome, remember, you do not each time, with – even though Legion Member, Rod Quesnel, did throw to a charitable organization. Following need to be a Veteran to join, in reality only Legion Members and a perfect 180 on January 16th. 25% of our Branch are Veterans. Tobermory Legion Branch 290 News Successful Bonnie Robbie Burns Dinner and Upcoming Student Competition Submitted by Elaine Sinha Brooklyn Hewton for entertaining everyone with the bagpipes and violin; perfect UPCOMING EVENTS Robbie Burns Dinner a success! accompaniment for a perfect evening. • General Membership Meeting - Tuesday, February 11 at 4:00 pm Tobermory had its first Robbie Burns Tobermory Branch 290 Public dinner and it was a great night full of • Trivia Night - Friday, February 14 at 7:00 amazing food (yes, the haggis was delicious!), Speaking Competition pm excellent bag piping, great poems ending Tobermory Legion will be holding their • Potluck Euchre - February 28 - Potluck at with some fun dancing. Public Speaking Competition for Grades 1 5:30 pm, Euchre at 7:00 pm. Thank you to everyone that worked in through 12 on Saturday February 22 at • Bingo by the Ladies Auxiliary every the kitchen, assisted in putting the entire 10:00am – at the Tobermory Legion. Monday at 1:00pm at the Tobermory event together and to everyone who spoke Judges are still needed. If you are Community Centre. during the evening. A huge thank you to interested, please call Kathryn at 519-377- Derek and Katrina Murphy for making the 1434. • Darts for fun is every Thursday, 7:00 pm. haggis, Dan Forbes for the amazing dessert; Registration is at 9:30am. If you • Meat Draws are Saturday, 4:00 pm all at it was all scrumptious. Thank you to Judy the Branch. for peeling the vegetables and doing the are planning to compete, please contact Photo: Bagpiper Brad Davidson dishes. Kathryn Hauck at 519-377-1434 by Monday The Branch is open on Saturdays Please find attached the mock up for the ad for this issue, its a half page, right hand entertains the crowd at the Robbie February 17, 2020. The snow date for the at 3:00 pm. Visit our website: www. side. Burns dinner January 25. 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398 Spry Rd. $329,000 Two Homes, One Property! Opportunity awaits on a quiet street near beaches/amenities! Renovated 2BR/2BA church + 2BR bungalow w/garage. Fantastic income potential or great in-law/guest house! Airy interiors, main-floor lndry, mudroom, metal roofs & more. History & charm! page 16 #2 February 11 to March 3, 2020 The Bruce Peninsula Press Bruce Peninsula District School Fills a Pickup with Food Bank Donations Submitted by Darlene Myles Club, the Lioness Club, the Rotary Club, Earlier this month the Lion’s Head The RCL Branch 202 as well as the & District Food Bank received non- Ladies Auxiliary of the RCL Branch 202, perishable food items donated by the Members of the Lion’s Head Hospital students and staff of BPDS. There were Auxiliary, Pike Bay United Church, Lion’s so many donations that a large pickup Head Market Musicians, OPP Auxiliary bed was filled with boxes! Thank you to who also organised the Pack the Cruiser Scot Roberts for donating his truck and event at Hellyer’s Foodland in Lions’ transporting the goods to The Revival Head, Christ Church in Lion’s Head, Centre, where the food bank is located. Spirit Singers, Saturday Lunch Bunch at The Food Bank appreciates all the United Church in Lion’s Head, Pike donations of food items or money. The Bay Community Association, The Mens’ shelves are very well stocked at present Breakfast in Tobermory as well as The but we know by September there will Ladies of Lion’s Head. be lots of empty spaces. The need for Several business and personal hampers is on the rise ... 97 monthly donations were made as well. Thank hampers were distributed in 2018 and you so much for your generosity. The 122 were distributed in 2019. donation box at Hellyer’s was constantly So many monetary donations came full through the month of December and in over the Christmas season from our items are still appearing, so thank you to local service clubs, including the Lions all the anonymous donors of food items.

Photo Left: BPDS students Dallas and Michael with Lion’s Head & District Foodbank Coordinator Darlene Myles and volunteers Jen, Sheryl and Scot. Spring is In The Air at Bruce Peninsula Health Services Foundation Office Preparations Begin for 25th Annual Spring Online Auction

Submitted by April Patry, Executive Monitoring Equipment. Many thanks live on April 11th at 7am and will close many gift certificates for local restaurants Director, BPHSF to our very supportive local merchants on April 18th at 7pm and can be found and services, antiques, a new ‘local WIARTON, ON – Preparations for and ‘friends of the Foundation’ who at www.bphsfoundation.com. Funds growers’ category and so, so much more. the much anticipated Bruce Peninsula provided an amazing assortment of 300 raised will go towards Beds, Mattresses If you or your business would like to Health Services Foundation’s (BPHSF) plus auction items. Thanks also to our & Stretchers, and Information Technology contribute to the Spring Auction, we would 25th Annual Spring Online Auction enthusiastic bidders who kept a close eye upgrades for the Wiarton and Lion’s Head love to talk with you! Please give April or are in full swing. Last year’s Spring on their items throughout the exciting Hospitals. It is our privilege to feature the Catherine a call at (519) 534-5856 or email Auction raised $18,000 which helped with week of bidding. “Best of the Bruce” in our auction. Last [email protected]. We need funding Patient Ceiling Lifts and Cardiac This year, the Spring Auction will go year’s auction featured local artwork, your support to make this a huge success!

MNBP Council Potential partners include Explorer’s volunteered to act great community Reporter’s Notebook Tread guiding, Fathom Paddle Guiding, as advisors for the building exercise. Continued from page 3 Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Association 2020 rebuild. Both They have asked and Bruce Peninsula Bird Observatory. were in attendance for people to share A number of factors add to that Residents of Dyers Bay have long objected at the meeting. They stories about challenge. The federal remediation program to the added traffic on the narrow winding propose (see article, the light; they has left a number of problems in the road through their village. Also being pg 3) a more robust have had some interior of the buildings. The rising water discussed is the possibility of a private lighthouse, based good ones. There levels on Georgian Bay have nearly washed contractor operating a shuttle bus to the on the original 1911 have also been out the access road (see photo) and the lightstation from the municipal parking lot plans but with a some donations, hydro lines are down. Those hydro lines on the south side of the village. foundation four feet totalling $1,575 pass through several kilometres of forest A CAO Report on Cabot Head is high and stone siding (as of Jan 27) six inches thick. so far. Doug Hill on private property. Ron Wheeler pointed scheduled for presentation at Council’s Photo Credit: FOCH stated that he has out that an off-grid power system would be Feb 10 Meeting. Council had Photo: The road to Cabot Head was prohibitively expensive. Mayor Milt McIver had two offers The January 27 Council Meeting also many questions for almost washed out in November. Who noted that fixing the hydro corridor may of assistance for featured an extended discussion of the Hill and Swanton, knows what it will look like in spring? also be prohibitively expensive. as well as for the construction future of Lion’s Head lighthouse. process and noted The potential for FOCH engaging in Community Services Brian Swanton and Doug Hill, both of that the proposal called for the stone siding partnerships with non-profit or for-profit Manager Ryan Deska who will be the whom were involved in building the replica to be painted lighthouse white. organizations was discussed at length. municipality’s person in charge. that was destroyed last month, have “Can the public enter?” asked Councillor Smokey Golden did not Councillor Smokey Golden. “No,” said like the idea of delaying the project for extended public input. “They’ll fall in Wall Directorial Debut Sebastien appreciates the on-going Doug Hill. “That door is for the guy who changes the lightbulb.” love with it,” just the same as last time. Continued from page 2 community support. Half of all proceeds Councillor Myles continued to argue in will be donated to the BPDS Drama Councillor Megan Myles applauded the then selected the venue, then applied for favour of a delay for public consultation, program, his aim being to inspire and enthusiastic response from the community because Lion’s Head light “has generated permits etc.. He realised he should have support upcoming talent. but suggested that the rebuild be delayed done these activities in the reverse order. a lot of community interest”. “Then Sebastien looks forward to working so as to allow public input. She stressed where are they?” asked Councillor Jamie He found “difficulty getting started, but that some sort of process was needed to once the ball got rolling, things started to again with his current cast and seeing new P.O. Box 89, 39 Legion St.,Mielhausen, Tobermory, ONpointing N0H 2R0 to the nearly-empty faces in future theatrical ventures. give people the opportunity to make sure public gallery. come together”. the rebuilt lighthousePh: 519-596-2658 looks appropriate. or 1-800-794-4480 Fax: 519-596-8030 Mayor McIveremail: asked [email protected] Community Services • website:No www.tobermorypress.comfirm decision was reached. It Manager Deska about public response was noted that the plans will need to be and input. Deska explained that this is a approved by the Coast Guard and this Publishercould of: cause a delay. The

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Jennifer Cuffe, Community preparation of your personal income tax additional person, then you may qualify. • pension Information and Resource Coordinator, • benefits (such as the Canada Pension will be contacting clients from previous Plan, disability insurance, employment tax years directly to set up appointments. insurance, and social assistance) If you have not previously had your taxes January Men’s Breakfast: prepared by a tax volunteer at The Meeting • registered retirement income funds (RRIFs) Place, please contact Jennifer at 519-596- 2313 to arrange an appointment. Great Things Happening at the • support payments If you have previous tax preparation • scholarships, fellowships, bursaries or grants experience, and you would like to become Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula a CVITP volunteer, please contact Jace • interest (under $1,000) Submitted by Brian McHattie Food and Rural Affairs has accepted this Weir at 519-596-2057. With a heavy snowstorm pending, position. We all welcome him to Northern members of the Men’s Breakfast community Bruce Peninsula and look forward to came together on January 17 to listen to working with him in the weeks and months our feature speaker, Bill Jones, Chief ahead. Hints From A Mrs. Gardener: Administrative Officer for the Municipality Lastly, Bill spoke about a timely of Northern Bruce Peninsula. Bill updated community topic: lighthouses. As you Making Plans for the 2020 Garden us on a variety of issues that Council is know the Friends of Bruce District Parks working on. is raising funds to repair the Big Tub Submitted by Joan Regan Maybe Mother Nature will solve that problem. Just as long as Canoe doesn’t Many will know about the short-term Lighthouse in Tobermory. One of their Anyone who thinks Gardening scare them away; he sure kicks up a accommodation issue and Council’s efforts Board members, Bill Caulfeild-Browne begins in the spring and ends in the fall fuss when he goes out some nights. If I working with a consultant to develop a was present and updated us on their is missing out on the best part of the year. were Wile E. Coyote I sure wouldn’t come policy linked to the zoning by-law. To fund-raising success: another $7,000 For “Gardening begins in January with anywhere near that place with that big date, Council has supported a report with or so and the lighthouse fund will be in The Dream”. ~Josephine Neuse place (please give generously!). Bill Jones scary boy around. the following aspects: to broadly address I’m not a huge fan of winter, however reminded us of the recent loss of the Lion’s occupant loads in residential dwellings there are no weeds to dig out, no mosquitos I do have to admit though, I love Head lighthouse on January 12 due to being rented seasonally, determine impacts to swat, no slugs to hate and no rabbits to look out back at the gardens covered powerful and prolonged north-west winds on septic systems designed for family units, to chase. with snow and the paths that are almost concerns with absentee landlords, and how exacerbating by the high water levels. hidden. With the sun Mother Nature has Winter is a time to reflect, to go over such accommodations negatively affect our Already key members of the community provided it is sparkling and so, so pretty. my gardening journal and to make plans neighbourhoods. Bill described further have rallied: the teacher responsible for But it’s COLD. for the 2020 garden. What worked? What Council’s thinking: applying licenses with designing and working with his students didn’t? And where on earth am I going to So for now I will settle down in my modest fees to three categories of rentals to re-build the lighthouse in the mid-80s put all the new Hostas I ordered? Let alone cozy little back room in our cozy little based on capacity and the duration of has come forward, along with a prominent the lilies! Now is the time I will write my house, coffee in hand, and debate whether the rental period, and tying licenses into local builder keen to re-build with a solid first of many to do lists. I will vacuum or not. Answering myself by zoning bylaw requirements; if a rental foundation and natural stone-covered walls. What an inspiring community we picking up one of my favorite gardening accommodation loses their license then I’m loving Lilies with Hostas in my books, putting my feet up and taking a sip. they are considered non-compliant under live in! many, many containers, and they seem to the zoning by-law – a serious offence. Note that our next meeting is Saturday really like each other as close neighbours. Happy February Gardening, There seems to be a busy Bunny or two by The Council resolution on the subject February 22 at the Tobermory Community Joni the look of the tracks out back. However, is now open for comment at nbpstareview. Centre. Breakfast is served at 9, with coffee [email protected] 519 596 2389 right on top of those tracks are Coyotes. org on the municipality’s website. ready by 8. The guest speaker is Sean Hurst, 1st Vice-President of the Royal Canadian We were all excited to hear that a Legion Branch 290 who will speak on the new position has been established – the role the Legion plays in the community. The Municipality of Manager of Community Services and Breakfast is $10 by tickets purchased at Tourism Economic Development. Ryan the door. For more information, please Northern Bruce Peninsula (NBP) Deska, a rural planner and former staffer contact Brian McHattie: 289-684-3895 or at the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, [email protected]. JOB POSTING MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA The Opportunity A setting of ancient cedars, the rugged cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment and the crystal blue waters of Georgian Bay and Lake Huron may be a place that you want to call home. NBP has a permanent population of 3,900 but that number swells to tens of thousands TENDER FOR: when people arrive looking to escape the city and wanting time to relax and enjoy the aura and ambience of NBP’s unique and peaceful landscape. TENDER for Project M19053: For the Royal Canadian As the ideal candidate and the new CAO, you are an inspiring leader, an exceptional communicator and a strong consensus builder. Additionally, you strive to develop and Legion Ramp Replacement, Tobermory Ontario foster highly effective staff teams in a positive and innovative workplace and you seek continuous improvement and excellence in service delivery all the while being fiscally SEALED TENDERS will be received at the Municipality of Northern accountable. Bruce Peninsula O ce until: You, alongside the Mayor, Council, the Community and your senior staff, will add energy, ideas and paths forward for enhancing the Municipality while your key to success will be 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 your ability to understand everyone’s needs, responsibly and sustainably. Tenders will be opened in public at 2:05 p.m. at the Municipal o ce Preferred Qualifications on March 3, 2020 • A public administration degree or related post-secondary education • A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in senior management-related positions Tender packages are available for pick up at the Municipal O ce. (working with elected officials) and at least five (5) years managing staff in a senior municipal role in both a unionized and non-unionized environment Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted • Enthusiastic, outgoing and positive leader who possesses superior public speaking, writing, staff and media relations skills and experience in interacting with staff, Return bids to: Council, senior government officials and other community leaders and organizations • Excellent ability to communicate effectively and address concerns, complaints and c/o Ryan Deska requests with tact, discretion, political sensitivity and diplomacy in all circumstances Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula • Exceptional budget planning, analytical, problem solving, facilitation and negotiation 56 Lindsay Road 5 skills Lion’s Head, Ontario N0H 1W0 NBP is offering a competitive salary ($120,000.00 to $140,000.00 range dependent upon (519) 793-3522 ext. 234 qualifications). The job description is available at www.northbrucepeninsula.ca under “Employment Opportunities”. Interested individuals are invited to submit a cover letter and resume, marked “Private and Confidential – CAO”, by regular mail, personal delivery Direct Contractual and Technical Inquiries to: or email no later than 12:00 p.m. Noon on Thursday, February 27, 2020 to: Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Mary Lynn Standen, Clerk c/o Ryan Deska Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula (519) 793-3522 ext. 234 56 Lindsay Road 5 Email: [email protected] Lion’s Head, Ontario N0H 1W0 Telephone: (519) 793-3522, X229 Direct Technical Inquiries to: Email: clerk@ northernbruce.ca Royal Canadian Legion Branch 290 We thank all applicants who apply for the position, but only those candidates selected for an c/o Eric Lane interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection MUNICIPALITY OF of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001 and NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA (226) 668-3156 will only be used for candidate selection. The Municipality of North Bruce Peninsula is an equal Email [email protected] opportunity employer. page 18 #2 February 11 to March 3, 2020 The Bruce Peninsula Press Long-Term Sustainability of the Black Bear Population in Bruce Peninsula Government Proposing to Reduce Bear Hunting Season in Wildlife Management Units 82A, 83 and 84

Media Release, Ministry of against barbed wire strung around the sustainable black bear population at the province due to its isolation and a high Natural Resources and Forestry area, leaving behind a hair sample. provincial scale. There are an estimated rate of human-caused mortality. There Ontario has been refining how it Staff visit the sites once a week 85,000-105,000 black bears in the is concern current harvest rates may manages black bears across the province during late spring and early summer to province. contribute to population decline. for several decades. collect these hair samples. The samples To reduce the pressure on black bears Using information from population are sent for DNA analysis to determine the Bruce Peninsula population in the Bruce Peninsula, the government surveys, hunting results, tag allocations, sex and number of new or returning bears. Black bears on the Bruce Peninsula is proposing to reduce the bear hunting statistics from the Bear Wise reporting Hair traps are a non-invasive represent a genetically isolated population, season in Wildlife Management Units 82A, line, and science and research projects, means of collecting samples, and the due to the fragmented geography of the 83 and 84 to one week in the spring and the government has been working to information is used to estimate Ontario’s area. Government staff have been working close the fall hunting season entirely. It ensure the long-term sustainability of bear population. Sites for the annual in collaboration with Bruce Peninsula would continue to monitor and collect black bear populations. surveys are chosen to be representative of National Park and the Saugeen Ojibway data to see if the proposed changes have the larger landscape within each Wildlife Nation to assess the status of the local the desired effect on the bear population Genetic sampling Management Unit. black bear population between 2009 and in this area. 2018. To comment on proposed changes to Government staff set up survey sites Current provincial estimates The research has indicated this black bear management, see the notice on baited with sardines in forested areas. Ontario’s Environmental Registry at ero. As the bear enters the site, it brushes up Ontario is home to a healthy and population is at substantially higher risk than bear populations in other parts of the ontario.ca and search black bear. Ontario Protecting Black Bears and Promoting Sustainable Hunting; Reduced Bear Hunting Season on Bruce Peninsula Media Release “The province will continue to monitor The proposal to implement a regular •Eliminating special black bear hunting black bear populations, harvest results season was recommended by the Big opportunities for non-resident landowners OWEN SOUND - The Ontario and sustainability indicators to inform Game Management Advisory Committee and non-residents hunting with immediate government is taking steps to ensure an annual review and ensure bear (BGMAC). In Spring 2019, the government relatives. a healthy and sustainable black bear populations are managed sustainably.” formed BGMAC to advise the province on population while supporting small • Requiring people guiding resident bear As part of this proposal, all how to improve big game management in hunters for commercial purposes to obtain businesses and jobs in northern and Ontario. central Ontario. Today, John Yakabuski, protections for Ontario’s black bear a “Licence to Provide Black Bear Hunting Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, population would remain in place. For “A regular, monitored spring bear Services.” announced the start of government’s example, it would remain illegal to harvest hunting season would enable tourism The proposed changes are now consultation on a proposal to move to a black bear cubs and females with cubs in outfitters and camp owners to better plan available on the Environmental Registry of regular annual spring black bear hunting the spring, a crime that carries a potential their operations for the entire year, while Ontario for public feedback until February season. fine of up to $25,000 and up to one-year also allowing hunters to better plan their 18, 2020. imprisonment. activities and support local businesses,” In 2014, Ontario introduced a spring said Bill Walker, Member of Provincial black bear hunting season pilot that In addition to this proposal, Ontario QUICK FACTS is also proposing to take action to Parliament for Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound. “I ensured sustainable hunting of black am pleased to see that our government will -Ontario is home to a healthy and bears. The spring black bear hunting support the long-term sustainability of the declining black bear population on consult with Ontarians on this proposal sustainable black bear population. season pilot has been reviewed and and take action to ensure a healthy black renewed each year since then. The the Bruce Peninsula reducing the bear -Each year, approximately 25,000 bear hunting season in this area. bear population across the province with licences are sold, providing $2.4 million in province proposes to make the pilot a a particular emphasis on measures to regular annual spring season subject to The spring black bear hunting revenue used to support fish and wildlife support the population on the Bruce management. annual review. pilot has been well received by northern Peninsula. communities and the tourism and hunting -In 2017, black bear hunters in Ontario “Ontario is home to a healthy bear The province is also proposing population,” said Minister Yakabuski. industries that support small businesses spent approximately $50.6 million in and jobs in northern and rural Ontario. updates to black bear regulations: hunting-related purchases. Bruce and Grey Municipalities Join Forces to Improve Safety and Well-Being Media Release, Bruce County development for Indigenous residents, cross-sector service coordination. provided by both Grey County and Bruce Walkerton, ON - The majority of the Mennonite/Anabaptist residents, and “Bruce County is committed to County (and the municipalities in Bruce lower-tier Municipalities of Bruce and Grey children/youth. providing programs and services that County). Advisory Committee meetings Counties have joined forces with eight The goal of CSWBP is to achieve support the health and well-being of our were held on September 27 and November police services, three boards of education, sustainable communities where everyone residents, and working with our municipal, 29,2019 to begin tackling the various pieces and 30 health and social service agencies is safe, has a sense of belonging and policing and human service partners to of work, and future meetings will be held in and community committees to undertake opportunities to participate, and where develop this plan will enhance our ability April, June and September 2020. regional Community Safety and Well- individuals and families can meet their to respond in a coordinated way to our Plans must be approved by all Being Planning (CSWBP). This large and needs for education, health care, food, communities.” -Mitch Twolan, Bruce Municipal Councils and publicly available diverse advisory committee has come housing, income and social and cultural County Warden by January 1,2021. together to identify and reduce risk factors expression. The success of society is A coordinator was hired in September For more information, please visit that contribute to safety and well-being linked to the well-being of each and every 2019 to lead this work through funding cswbp-brucegrey.ca issues by using cross-sector strategies individual and integral to this success is and focusing on the social determinants of health. “Supporting healthy and connected communities has long been a priority for Grey County. Collaboration will be the key to our success as we work together with neighbours and community partners to improve the quality of life for the individuals and families who call our area home.” - Paul McQueen, Grey County Warden The Bruce and Grey planning process ✔ ✔ ✔ began in the summer of 2019 and will Ants Carpenter Ants Spiders culminate in the creation and publication ✔ ✔ ✔ of one shared plan that helps partners to Bees Earwigs Rodents make measurable improvements on both ✔ ✔ ✔ regional and local issues. A Community Wasps Fleas Bed Bugs Safety and Well-Being Plan Agreement ✔ ✔ ✔ is being signed by all participating Dust Mites Roaches Cottage Watch Municipalities and a CSWBP-BruceGrey website is being launched February 1, Plus Many Other Pests 2020 to share information and updates with the community. Also, a Community Mosquito and Black Fly Control for outdoor weddings, parties, etc. Engagement Survey exploring perceptions of community risks will be open between February l and March 22,2020. Serving the Bruce Peninsula since 1989 There will also be broad community participation to identify and rank community •Locally owned and operated •Open year round risks. Two regional community engagement sessions (one in Bruce and one in Grey) and •Written Guarantee •Fully Licensed and Insured

32 municipal engagement sessions (two •Seniors Discounts •Yearly Maintenance Packages MATTRESS CLEANING SYSTEMS per participating municipality) will be held between March and June 2020. Advisory •Member of SPMAO, NPCA, CPCA Committee members will also run more than 50 organizational sessions with employees & Bat Conservation International •Unmarked Vehicles and clients during this timeframe, and targeted engagement strategies are under Owen Sound: 519-372-1373 Wiarton: 519-534-2533 Long Distance Dial : 1-800-265-7122 The Bruce Peninsula Press #2 February 11 to March 3, 2019 page 19 Northern Library News: Lion’s Head Book Club February 28 Submitted by Kathryn Hauck 10:30-11:30am: Come along for story time WHAT IS HAPPENING in Lion’s Head: together. Adults must stay for the program. adventures with an Early Years Educator Artists – If you have art work that you •Thursday Sages – Thursday from 11:00- • Blind Date with a Book – February 1-14. would like displayed at the Lion’s Head and a Bruce County Librarian. Be creative 12:00: February 13, 20 and 27. Topics •Computers 101 – Mondays from 1:00- Library, please contact us! February Artist and have fun engaging in a variety of art, include Valentine’s Tea, Coloring & Cocoa, 2:00pm: Let’s learn creating an email is Chelsea Robart. literacy and numeracy activities. Let’s Reduce and Cellphone Basics. account, attaching pictures to an email and • Blind Date with a Book – February 1-14: WHAT IS HAPPENING in Tobermory: •Needle Arts – Fridays February 17 & 24 Facebook. Registration is required. Take your chances on a literary “blind at 2:00pm: Connect and share with other •Adult Craft – Community Puzzling: date”! Check out materials from our • Book Club – Friday February 28, at crafters while working on your current Tuesdays from 11:00am-12:00pm. Come displays and enter a draw for a chocolate 2:00pm: The Language of Kindness by project. and help complete a puzzle. Coffee and treat! We’d love to hear how your date Christie Watson. January’s Book, An tea provided. went: share your comments about your • Story Time – Every Friday from 10:00- American Marriage by Tayari Jones: four members liked it and two thought it was ok! • LEGO: Saturdays from 11:00am- “blind date” book on your ballot. You never 10:30am, Ages 0-4: Join us for this fun 12:00pm. Play, create and build! know, you may fall in love with a new preschool program where we will help you A MUST read: Things You Save in a author or genre! build early literacy skills with your child Fire by Katherine Center •Story Time Adventures – February 19 from by reading, talking, singing and playing Spotlight on Talented Local Musicians at February Open Mic Submitted by Lorraine Campbell a treat! Dan then presented a haunting finished the first set with two poems, good’ strings were taken, so he was given There was a comfortable crowd on rendition of a poem– it was moody and one speaking of the despair of missing a viola. Apparently he wasn’t too thrilled Tuesday night at The Meeting Place for the quietly insistent, reminiscent of something indigenous youth, and the other an upbeat with that – but then he proceeded to play February Open Mic. Everyone settled in for Leonard Cohen may have written. It was, poem of survival and growth. two Bach suites on his electric viola. He the evening of music – it was a remarkable however, written by local poet Glenda Arnie Crittendon opened the second has obviously embraced this instrument. concert that really put the spotlight on Burrell, with music by Dan. Paul Campbell set with his suitcase of harmonicas. His Marty Oblak closed the session with his the diverse talents of our local musicians. made a welcome return to the Open Mic, craft is rare and it takes a great deal of intense vulnerable songs and unique and sang Sugar Mountain, Neil Young’s guitar stylings. John Baker opened the first set with skill to play chromatic harmonicas with meditation on youth and change. He such flair. His set ended with the haunting Not only did Marty host the evening, two American classics: Bring Me Water finished his set with John Lennon’s Dear Little Susie, and St. James Infirmary. air Ashoken Farewell, a parting song he also mixed the performances and the Prudence. John Newitt’s gravelly voice from the Ashoken Valley in the Catskills. audio was spectacular. Thank you Marty. Dominik Franken and Dan Corcoran and shimmering twelve string guitar followed, playing two tangos. Dan’s Dom returned to the stage with a short Open Mic welcomes all performers. delivered stories of lost dreams and ghosts story of how in his childhood he and his piano provided a deft accompaniment for in a desert landscape. Lorraine Campbell The next session is on March 3, don’t Dom’s virtuoso viola performance. What family were a stringed quartet–­ all ‘the miss it! Ice Fishing Season Getting A Slow Start In Many Parts Of The Province OCOA Media Release had safe ice since early December, other (4”) for walking and ice fishing, 12cm (5”) for you plan to make Ice fishing is a popular past time for areas in southern Ontario are still ice one snowmobile or ATV, 20-30cm (8-12”) for • Stay off rivers and away from locks, where many of Ontario’s anglers and the Ontario free. 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Born in family on February 5th, 2020 at email resume to [email protected] SERVICES London, England on April 4, Chapman House in Owen Sound. 1930 to parents Henry James The Blue Bay Motel in Tobermory is hiring for Dan’s Contracting – Over 30 years experience. New Suri is survived by her daughters, Naghmeh and Constance May Vincent and the 2020 season. Innkeeper - Full time position. cottages and homes. Additions and renovations. Sarbakhsh and Neda Sarbakhsh and her predeceased by her beloved This is career opportunity for the right individual. For more info or quotes call Dan at 519-592-5024 beloved son-in-law Nick Ferrence who with she husband Hans ‘Johnny’ in 1997 she also Generous year around compensation package shared a special bond. Suri’s only grandchild Registered Massage Therapy leaves treasured canine companions Ellie including opportunities for profit sharing. Potential is Sam Amirbashiri and he was her world. She 1 Moore Street, Lion’s Head. and Frankie. Mom’s quick wit and sense of to build a dream team as we are also looking for was thrilled to see Sam grow into a fine young Registered Massage Therapist humour will be sorely missed. Private family an Assistant Innkeeper and Housekeepers gentleman. She’s predeceased by her beloved Glenda Barber, RMT arrangements entrusted to the George - seasonal full time. All positions must be able husband, Hassan Sarbakhsh (2008) and her Call 519-379-5076. Funeral Home, Lion’s Head Chapel, Lion’s to multitask and prioritize; understanding that sister Fereshteh Ravanshenas (Mirrezaei). Head. Expressions of remembrance to workloads can go from slow to whoa and back Handyman for hire. Home repairs, renos, She is survived by her three brothers Mahmood, the Humane Society or the Lion’s Head again throughout a shift. Critical thinking and odd jobs. Bruce Peninsula Area. Free Mohamad and Mehdi and was adored by her Hospital would be appreciated. Messages problem-solving skills are vital. Self-starters reasonable estimates.Time & Material. Call - nieces, nephews and many, many friends who of condolence may be sent to the family with the ability to provide customers with the Voicemail - Text. 519-841-6529, Rick Johnson. she influenced with her love over the years. through www.georgefuneralhome.com highest quality experience as well as maintain Pilates instructor offering private sessions at Suri grew up in Tehran, married at a young age and lived with her beloved husband, physical property essential. Award winning gym or in-home. Reasonable rates, specializing training and support provided. Housing can Hassan for 42 years. She returned to school 40+, back pain, pre/post natal, pre/post surgery TAYLOR, Thomas be provided as needed. All positions email with Hassan’s encouragement and received for hip/knee/shoulder. Pilates provides strength, Alexander - It is with great resumes to careers@dougleeconsulting. her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. Several stability and freedom of movement through sadness that Tom Taylor com and ask to see our Mission Statement. years later she went back to school and exercise and manual manipulation. Contact Alanna passed away peacefully received her Master’s degree in Cultural Della Rocca Pizzeria is now hiring for [email protected] call/text 416-315-4738. at home on January 19, Management. For most of her career she the 2020 summer season. RENTALS 2020 near his 59th birthday. worked for the Ministry of Science, Research I’m looking for - Kitchen managers (must have Beloved son of Sandra and Technology in Tehran until retirement. She experience), Line / prep cooks (experience is AFFORDABLE SENIOR LIVING and the late Nelson Taylor, was the head of the committee for academic +++), and dish pit/ general labour positions. Wiarton Retirement Residence brothers Ted and Dennis, long evaluations of university professors. She was Applicants should be friendly, committed, hard Rooms $1550/month & Up time friend Sonya and her son Simon and his well respected and very supportive of her staff. working, hygienic and punctual. Full / part Meals · Housekeeping · Laundry children Trinity and Roman. Tom divided much Suri had a big presence with a very positive time hours are available, excellent wages and 24 Hour Assistance of his time between Niagara (Grimsby) and outlook on life. With her strong personality work environment! Please email Laurenv_20@ Short Term Stay Available the Bruce Peninsula (Lion’s Head) where he and will power she overcame many obstacles outlook.com with a resume for more information. Book Tour 226-923-0264 or ultimately settled in 2007. Tom had also lived in the difficult years of post-revolution in Iran. in Alberta, B.C. and North Carolina throughout The Blue Heron Company is seeking hardworking [email protected] Suri was an avid gardener and enjoyed more his 20’s. Our deepest gratitude goes out energetic individuals for the following positions www.wiartonretirement.ca opportunities after her retirement. In 2008 she to Tom’s friends, family, doctor and health for the 2020 season: Housekeeper, Retail Sales immigrated to Canada and lived with Nick and Lion’s Head Friendship Club Hall for rent. care team that provided their unwavering Associate, Ticket Sales Associate, Bus Driver, Neda in Toronto. Moving to the other part of Birthdays, anniversaries & special events. support, comfort and love through his recent Parking Attendant, and Outdoor Maintenance the world at 60 was not an easy task but with Contact Roy & Alice 519-793-7344 or Charon struggles with cancer. A ‘Celebration of Life’ to Personnel. Positive work environment. Top her positive attitude and will, she made the McLay 519-592-5860. NO alchohol or vaping be announced in the spring will be held at the wages paid. Accommodations available. Please transition. She gardened in the city and looked Eastnor Cemetery, Lion’s Head followed by email resume to [email protected] THANK YOU after neighbourhood children. She also loved a time of fellowship and refreshments at the to cook Persian food for friends and family. She We would like to thank all the doctors and nurses SUMMER HOUSE PARK camping resort is now family cottage in Lion’s Head. Arrangements was up for any challenge. She moved with Nick hiring. Positions available: Guest Reception, Gift of the CCU Unit for all the care they give Aunderia entrusted to the George Funeral Home, Lion’s and Neda to Tobermory in 2015. She loved Shop Attendant and Café Server, Maintenance in the hospital. Thanks for all the cards, flowers Head Chapel, Lion’s Head. Expressions of working in her garden at the corner of Warner and Washroom Attendant, Boathouse Attendant & donations that we received at the Celebration remembrance to the Lion’s Head Hospital Bay Road and highway six and brought it back and Activity Director. Most positions are full-time of Life for Aunderia. Thanks also to the ladies Auxiliary would be appreciated. Messages to life; working in it right up until this past fall. seasonal; start dates between April-June. Benefits of the community for preparing the lunch. of condolence may be sent to the family Suri fit beautifully into her new community available for long-term positions. If you have Thanks again, through www.georgefuneralhome.com and was well loved. She always appreciated excellent customer service skills, a strong work ethic, The Hawke & Theriault Family the love and support of her new friends. excel in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working Please join us as we celebrate the life of Suri, with a fun team, email info@summerhousepark. Marydale, Joann, Sarah, Melina Jo,Mary and Lori WEBB, Peter Norman passed away at Sunday February 16th, 2020 at Tobermory ca, attention Darci, for more information. send a heart felt thanks for all the love we were given. Gateway Haven, Wiarton, on January United Church. There will be short service It meant so much that Lori WAS willing to ACCEPT 19, 2020, at the age of 79. Formerly Cindy Lou’s, Lion’s Head is now hiring for the at @ 2:00pm followed by refreshments and hugs. We haven’t gone far, we’ll see you all around. from Tobermory and Guelph, Peter was an opportunity to share our stories of Suri. 2020 season. Seeking Mature and Student It was a great run! Best wishes to Geoff and Gill. predeceased by his father and mother, We would like to take this opportunity to help for the up coming summer season. Norman Earl Webb and Audrey Webb. He thank our dear friends in the community who Short order and scoppers needed. Please “Thanks” for the boys that found me in the snow leaves behind his first wife, Donna Webb, embraced our mom, always made her feel send resumes to [email protected] bank & brought me here to the Lion’s Head Hospital. his daughter Julie Webb (Thomas George) at home and have supported all of us during The Sweet Shop and Coffee shop are looking for Ginny Wood and her son Ryan, his son Todd and his wife her illness. We would like to send our sincere energetic, hardworking individuals for the 2020 IN MEMORY Sindy, his older brother Donald, and Donald’s regards to the amazing staff at the Clinic, season! Positions available include, Retail Sales daughters Gigi (Peter) and Michelle (Derek) Lion’s Head hospital and especially Dr Blau Associates, Ice Cream Scoopers, Cashiers and MUNN, Randy - In loving memory and Peter’s second wife, Mary Catherine and the wonderful staff of Chapman House Baristas. High paced and fun work environment. of my best friends & husband. (Sara) Webb. Peter grew up in Guelph, and in Owen Sound. In lieu of flowers, please Let’s make this the best summer yet! Send April 22, 1953 - February 6, 2019 worked at his fathers’ manufacturing plant. make donations directly to the Lion’s Head resumes to [email protected] and apply today! I’m sending a dove to Heaven He had a pilots licence and was a music fan, Hospital or Chapman House Owen Sound. Our love to you! 2020 season is on it way and Tobermory is the with a parcel on its wings playing piano and organ. He retired to the Neda, Nick, Naghmeh and Sam place to be! Escarpment Heights is looking for be careful when you open it Northern Bruce Peninsula, most recently it’s full of beautiful things. fulltime & part time housekeepers to come join residing in the Davis Apartments. Private Inside are a million kisses family funeral arrangements entrusted to the ZYCH , John Peter born our team. Contact Megan at 519-377-1702 or wrapped up in a million hugs October 1st, 1949 in a refugee email us at [email protected] George Funeral Home in Wiarton. Interment in to say how much I miss you the family plot in Farnham Cemetery will take camp in Auxerre, France and to send you all my love. Crowsnest Pub is looking for energetic, hard place this spring. Expressions of remembrance passed away 48 years to the I hold you close within my heart day after becoming engaged working people to work in kitchen and front and there you will remain to the Tobermory Health Services Auxiliary of house for the 2020 season. Please send to walk with me throughout my life or Gateway Haven would be appreciated. to his beloved wife Barbara, your resume to [email protected] until we meet again. Many thanks to the Family Health Team in on February 7th, 2020 at the Tobermory and Gateway Haven for excellent Southampton Hospital. John Tobermory Brewing Company is looking for All my love, forever & always care during Peter’s struggle with dementia. was the true embodiment kitchen staff for the 2020 season. Competitive Heather of community. He was an electrician, a wages. Help finding housing available. Please woodworker, a boat builder, a father, an uncle, send your resume to [email protected] MUNN, Randy - In loving memory of our dad and grandpa, who passed away February 6, 2019. HESSEL, Howard Carl - of a brother, and a son. He was an avid hunter Part time seasonal cottage clean up, March or Hanover, and previously and an accomplished fisherman. He was a April. Floors, bedding, washrooms, kitchen etc. They say there is a reason, Tobermory, peacefully provider. He was strong. He lost most of his After that once every two weeks and a fall clean They say time will heal. at Grey Bruce Health left hand as a child but overcame this limitation up. Ten minutes from Tobermory. You can make Neither time or reason Services Owen Sound to become a skilled craftsman. He was kind, this work around your own schedule. Other small Will change the way we feel. on Wednesday, January inclusive and proud to be a Canadian. He loved jobs, if willing and able, may arise if interested. Gone are the days 22, 2020 at the age of 93 camping, canoeing, boating, hunting, hosting Please call Peter at 519-396-5982 for further We used to share, years. Loving husband the biggest bonfires, and travelling but most information (as it is part time seasonal, wage will be But in my heart and best friend of the late Julia (nee Young). of all he loved spending time with his family. slightly higher then other similar jobs of its nature). You are always there. Devoted father of Heather (Herb Tutto), of John lived his life to the fullest, right up to his last moment. We will always cherish this great Please leave a message and contact number. The gates of memories Cochrane, AB, Carl (Debbie), of Hanover, Will never close, and John (Kellie), of Kitchener. Cherished man who taught us how to achieve our goals PENINSULA OUT OF DOORS is currently hiring We miss you more than grandpa of Carolyn Hughes; Tracy (Chris no matter what obstacles we faced. Fighting for the 2020 season at the garden centre. If you are Anybody knows. Schmidt); Trevor Hessel (Danielle); Mandy with incredible bravery and dignity to the end someone who can multi task, likes interaction with in true John fashion, he never lost his quick Love and miss you everyday (Jay Robert); and Derek Hessel. Sadly missed people, the outdoors and physically fit, contact us wit and his wonderful sense of humour. He left Till we meet again. by his sister Eleanor (Arthur Horst); and his today. If you are interested in joining our team and many nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren this world singing and laughing with family and Always & Forever Love You Dad friends. John is survived by his loving family, would like more information please email a resume to and friends. Predeceased by his son Kenneth Love Mindy & Ryan, Jeff & Theresa, including his wife Barbara Zych (nee Lyons), [email protected] or call 519-793-3979. Josh, Ellie & Sadie (1965); daughter, Sherry (Tom Hughes); his daughters Tanya Thornton of Listowel parents August and Lenora; brother, Warren Looking for a new job? Join our team at Peacock MUNN - In loving memory of our brother, and Amy Nicholson of Port Elgin, his sons-in (Frances): sisters, Ruth (Gilbert Watters), Villa. Part Time/Full Time Reservation/Office/ uncle & great uncle Randy who law Scott Thornton and Scott Nicholson, and and Isabel (Lloyd Murray). Cremation has Customer Service position available April - passed away February 6, 2019. his two granddaughters Anna Nicholson and October. Computer skills required. Knowledge NEVER FORGOTTEN taken place. Family invite friends to join with Brea Thornton. John is survived by his siblings of WebRez an asset but not necessary. As we are them for a Memorial Gathering to celebrate Sophie, Joanne, and Tony. A visitation will be You’ll never be forgotten a small resort, you will be exposed to a multitude Howard’s life on Saturday February1, 2020 held on Friday February 14th from 6:00-9:00 pm That simply cannot be of tasks and have a variety of responsibilities. from 1-3 PM, with a Time of Sharing at 2 at the Tobermory United Church. A service in his Prove your eagerness to learn and excel . As long as I’m living o’clock at St. Matthews Evangelical Lutheran memory will be held at TUC on February 15th at Top wages paid based on experience level. I’ll carry you with me. Church, 356 9th St., Hanover. A graveside 11:00 am, followed by a celebration of John’s Accommodations available if needed. Forward Safely tucked within my heart service will be conducted from Hanover life at the Legion Branch 290. If desired, friends your resume to [email protected] Your light will always shine Cemetery in the spring. Arrangements may make donations to the Tobermory United A glowing ember never stilled made at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Miller’s Family Camp is hiring for the 2020 Church or Royal Canadian Legion Branch 290. Through out the end of time. Chapel, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) season. 3 positions are full time seasonal (start The family would like to express our sincere No matter what the future brings 534-5341. In lieu of flowers, donations to April and end in October): cleaning/guest reception, thanks for the wonderful care, prayers and Or what may lie ahead the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be maintenance/night security, and maintenance/ support given by everyone in the community, I know you will walk with me appreciated. Condolences may be expressed cleaning. One position is part time cleaning and our amazing paid and volunteer healthcare Along the path I tread. online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com providers, and all those within our church. baby sitting. Accommodations available. For more information email [email protected] Dianne, Donna & families

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Tom Serving the Bruce Peninsula REGULAR MEETINGS MCAFEE & SONS BOYLE CONCRETE Clubs, Organizations, Groups, etc. call us TODAY with Contracting Ltd. corrections or additions to the Information Centre • Foundations • Floors RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL MONDAY •HOMES •COTTAGES•RENOVATIONS •CERAMICS 519-793-3447 Bruce Peninsula Health Services Foundation Board Meeting,  •WOOD FLOORS •CONCRETE WORK & FINISHING www.boyleconcrete.ca GBHS Board Room, Wiarton Hospital, (last Mon.) 9-11am www. .com Over 30 mcafeeandsonscontracting years as a licenced Fax: 519-793-3015 Ferndale Food Bank, call 519-378-8842 for assistance 519-596-2482 carpenter MNBP Council Meeting, Municipal Office, Lion’s Head,  (2nd & 4th Mon.) 1-4pm Virus & Spyware Removal • Computer Repair • Tune-ups Christ Church Anglican Church Women, Anglican Church Hall, Lion’s Friendly On-site Service Head, (1st Mon.) 2-4pm Chiropractic Health Talk, Lion’s Head Chiropractic Clinic, 2 Helen St, 6-8pm COMPUTER AID NA Meetings, Nochomowin (Healing Waters), St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Lighthouse Rd, Cape Croker, 8-9pm & CONSULTING 519-374-4768 • Darren Curry TUESDAY www.ComputerAid.net Ferndale Food Bank, Revival Centre, call 519-378-8842 for assistance Serving the Bruce Peninsula & Surrounding Area Since 1999 Tobermory Food Bank Meeting, The Meeting Place, (1st Tues.) 12-1pm Tobermory Food Bank Hours, The Meeting Place, for info call Linda Chisholm Property Management Construction at 519-596-2333, 1-3pm -Craig and Teresa- & Renovation Lion’s Head Legion Ladies Auxiliary Potluck & Meeting,  Lion's Head Legion, (2nd Tues. - Not Jul. or Aug.) Potluck 12pm, Meeting • SNOWBLOWING - CAPE CHIN AREA QUALITY WORKMANSHIP 1:30-3:30pm • COTTAGE RENTAL MANAGEMENT LICENSED & INSURED CARPENTERS Home: 519-795-7200 • Cell: 519-897-2775 The Rotary Club of Northern Bruce Peninsula, Rotary Hall, Main St. Email: [email protected] Lion’s Head, (1st and 3rd Tues.) 7-8:30pm SMALL HOME BUILDING • CUSTOM ADDITIONS Check us out on Facebook Tobermory Legion, Tobermory Legion, (2nd Tues.) Executive 3-4pm, DECKS • GARAGES • OUT BUILDINGS We will be there when you can’t. General 4-5pm SIDING • RENOVATIONS South Bruce ATV Club, Sauble Community Centre, (3rd Tues.) 7:30- 9:30pm MARK FORMOSA 519-270-8949 [email protected] Hepburn Masonry & Contracting Wiarton Legion Ladies Auxiliary,  Wiarton Legion, (2nd Tues. Not July or Aug.) 7:30-9:30pm • Complete Custom Builder Proudly Serving the Bruce Peninsula’s Electrical Needs Alcoholics Anonymous, St. Paul's Church, Wiarton, 8pm • Renovations & Restoration Experts • New Hydro Services & Upgrades • Whole Home Wiring- New & WEDNESDAY 519-793-3966 Renovation Tobermory Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Tobermory Legion, (1st Wed. Email: [email protected] • Pole Line Service/Installation Serving The Peninsula For 20 Years • Commercial & Industrial Not Jun. or Jul.) 11am-12pm “From The Footings To The Roof And Everything In Between!” Maintenance Northern Bruce Truth & Reconciliation Group, Tobermory United ECRA/ESA Licence #7000342 • Free Estimates Church, (2nd & 4th Wed.) 1-3pm 24 Hour Service Northern Bruce Peninsula Community Advisory Committee, ELIOR CARPET CLEANIN Residential/Commercial/Industrial Municipal Office, Lion's Head, (2nd Wed.) 1-3pm Proudly serving the Bruce Peninsula since 1988 Lion’s Head, ON N0H 1W0 Top of the Bruce Wood Carvers, Tobermory Community Centre, M G 519-375-1599 12:30-2:30pm Custom Upholstery Deodourizing www.acnelectric.ca email: [email protected] Cleaning Bruce Peninsula Society Of Artists,  Anglican Church Hall, Lion’s Area Rug Cleaning Head, (4th Wed.) 1:30-3:30pm Disaster Restoration Mat Rentals We do Servicing Flood & Fire Yearly REID SERVICES Tobermory to Lions Club, Lion's Head Legion, (2nd & 4th Wed. - Not July or Aug.) Hard Surface Check-over Heating and Cooling Owen Sound 6:30-8:30pm Carpet Dyeing Cleaning Installation & Service of Residential Lioness Club,  Lion's Head Legion, (1st Wed. - Not July or Aug.) “THE BETTER WAY TO CLEAN” propane water heaters boilers dinner 7pm, meeting 8-9pm natural as fireplaces in floor heatin furnaces Tobermory Snowmobile Club, The Meeting Place, (3rd Wed.) 7-9pm 519-793-4239 Now Continental Dealer Alcoholics Anonymous, Hepworth Baptist Church, 8pm Manufacturers of the only Made in Canada furnaces. THURSDAY Financing Available on Continental products Northern Bruce Property Watch Lion’s Head Friendship Club Potluck & Meeting, Friendship Hall, Spring is just around the corner. Time to open up. Specialiing in uality orkmanship Lion's Head, (2nd Thurs.) 12:30pm Licensed and Insured Doug Reid 519-592-5511 • Lion’s Head Lion’s Head Legion, Lion's Head Legion, (1st Thurs.) Executive 1:15- Call 2pm; General 2-3pm Cottage Openings Herb Holst Lion’s Head Hospital Auxiliary, Hospital Board Room, Lion’s Head, (1st Thurs. - Not Jan. or Aug.) 1:30-3:30pm 519-719-2580 Documented Tobermory Friends of the Library, Tobermory Library, (last Thurs. property watch Jan, Mar, Apr, Jun, Sep, Nov) 3pm services Wiarton Rotary Club Meeting, Wiarton Legion, 6-8pm Wiarton Legion Meetings,  Wiarton Legion, Executive (1st Thurs.) 7-9pm, General (2nd Thurs. Not Jan. or Feb.) 7:30-9:30pm Central Bruce SnoDrifters, Call 519-793-6685 for location, (3rd Thurs.) 7-9pm Property improvement Alcoholics Anonymous, Bethel Missionary Church, Lion’s Head, 8-9pm solutions to get you Al-Anon Family Group, Bethel Missionary Church, Lion’s Head, 8-9pm ready for the new season FRIDAY Open AA Meeting, Maadookii Centre, Cape Croker, 8-9pm Custom Homes, Additions & HE Renovations LIBRARY HOURS NIE LLY TOBERMORY 22 Bay St. 519-596-2446 E M T 10am- W 10am- T F S S R 12pm 10am 10:30am R Closed 1:30pm 1:30pm Closed E to 6pm to 2pm to 2:30pm & 2-5pm & 2-5pm B CONTRACTING

LION’S HEAD 90 Main St. 519-793-3844 M T W T F S S 9:30pm 2pm 10am 9:30am 9:30am •sand •gravel•topsoil Closed Closed to 5pm to 6pm to 2pm to 5pm to 2pm •bulldozing & backhoe Custom Builders on the WIARTON 578 Brown St. 519-534-2602 M T W T F S S 10am 10am 10am 10am 10am 1pm •rockbreaking Bruce Peninsula Closed to 7pm to 6pm to 7pm to 6pm to 4pm to 4pm for over 20 years •licenced aerobic and standard BRUCE PENINSULA ADULT LEARNING CENTRE septic systems G.E.D., Computer Essential Skills, Upgrading 576 EDWARD ST., WIARTON 519-534-4911 LION’S HEAD 519-793-3377 The Bruce Peninsula Press February 11 to March 3, 2020 page 23 Service Directory & Information Centre

FILL THIS SPACE FOR AS LOW AS FUN & GAMES & THINGS TO DO Tyson Clubs, Organizations, Groups, etc. call us TODAY with $28.35* *call Trudy for details corrections or additions to the Information Centre 519-596-2658 PER ISSUE MONDAY FIREWOOD Tobermory Coffee Club, Tobermory Community Centre, 8-10am SNOW BLOWING V.O.N. SMART Fitness, Friendship Hall, Lion’s Head, Lvl 2 9:30-10:30am, Lvl 1 10-11am, Lvl 2 10:45-11:45am 519-596-2475 • 519-447-2401 AUTOCARE CENTRE V.O.N. SMART Fitness Lvl 2, Tobermory Community Centre, 10:30-11:30am Bid Euchre, Friendship Hall, Lion’s Head, 1-3pm - Autootie Book Circle, Tobermory United Church, all welcome, 1-3pm Serice Reair Darts, Lion's Head Legion, all welcome, 1-3pm - Natioide Warraty Ladies Auxiliary Bingo, Tobermory Community Centre, 1-3pm White’s Garage Drum Circle, Lion’s Head United Church, all welcome, 2-3pm Nia Holistic Fitness, Rhythmwood, Lion's Head, details at www.rhythmwood.ca  FILL THIS SPACE Main St. Lion’s Head 7-8:15pm 3332 Sports Night, St. Edmunds Public School, ages 12+, 7-9pm Ryusei Karate Do, Bruce Peninsula District School, Lion's Head, ages 6+, FOR AS LOW AS Youth 7-8pm, Adult 8-9pm Wiarton Legion Ladies Auxiliary Euchre, Wiarton Legion, 7-9pm Lion's Head & District Curling Club, Lion's Head Arena, short instruction & $37.80* *call Trudy for details McNairs Firewood tips to start, 7-9pm PER ISSUE 519-596-2658 Co-Ed Indoor Soccer, Peninsula Shores District School, Wiarton, Ages 16+, FREE, 519-793-4311 for more info, 7:30-9pm Wood Available Competitive Curling, Wiarton & District Curling Club, 7:30-9:30pm TUESDAY Now Yoga, Tobermory United Church, $13, drop-ins welcome, 9:30-10:30am Women's Curling, Wiarton & District Curling Club, 9:30-11:30am BLUEWATER SALES LTD. Line Dancing, Friendship Hall, Lion’s Head, 10-11am RV 519-795-7730 V.O.N. SMART Fitness Lvl 2, Friendship Hall, Lion’s Head, 10-11am Sales Parts Service “We Keep the Home Fires Burning” Chair Yoga, Anglican Church Hall, Lion’s Head, Contact Nina 519-270-4905, $12 Drop-in, 1-2pm www.bluewaterrv.ca Drumming, United Church, Tobermory, 1-3pm [email protected] Bid Euchre, Friendship Hall, Lion’s Head, 1-3pm Dominoes, Euchre, and More, Bradley H. Davis Senior Apartments Common (519) 534-0014 Lonnie Bray room, Tobermory, 1-3pm Fax (519) 534-4058 Cell (519) 270-0533 Northern Bruce Walkers Group, Tobermory Community Centre, 1:30-3pm 1-800-225-7937 Hatha Flow Yoga, Anglican Church Hall, Lion’s Head, Contact Nina 519-270- 4905, $15 Drop-in, 2:15-3:30pm 210 Berford St, Wiarton, ON N0H 2T0 PLUMBING& Weekly TED Talk Discussion/Study Group, United Church, Tobermory, 3-4pm H H Mindfulness Meditation Community Group Practice, Anglican Church Hall, Sales • Service • Installation Lion’s Head, (1st Tues.) 7pm Badminton for Adults, BPDS, Lion’s Head, 7-9pm 519-793-3004 Book Club, Wiarton Library, (3rd Tues. not July & Aug.) 7-9pm Open Mic, The Meeting Place, Tobermory, all ages, refreshments by donation, Dave Henderson (1st Tues.) 7-9pm Licenced Plumber Pickleball Tuesdays, St. Edmund's Public School, youth 12+ and adults, 7-9pm Men's Curling, Wiarton & District Curling Club, 7:30-9:30pm WEDNESDAY E-Mail [email protected] Tobermory Coffee Club, Tobermory Community Centre, 8-10am Gentle Yoga, Tobermory United Church, drop-ins welcome, 9:45-10:45am

0in 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Tobermory Quilters, Light & Life Chapel, Tobermory, 519-596-8332, new members welcome, 10am-3pm Tobermory Muses, Creative Writing Group, Tobermory United Church, Contact: Ferelith 519-596-8359, (1st & 3rd Wed.) 1-4pm Jamboree, Wiarton Legion, 2-5pm Northern Bruce Walkers Group, Tobermory Community Centre, 3-4:30pm SOAR After School Program, The Meeting Place, Tobermory, ages SK to Grade 3, 3:30-4:45pm Tai Chi, Tobermory United Church, $10/class, contact 519-596-8003, 4:30-6:30pm Sand * Gravel * Topsoil Euchre, Friendship Hall, Lion’s Head, 7pm Women's Curling, Wiarton & District Curling Club, 7-8:30pm Excavating * Trucking Community Basketball, Bruce Peninsula District School Gym, 13 years and Bulldozing up, 7-9pm Driveway & Lot Preparation Sports Night, St. Edmund's Public School, Tobermory, sports for ages 12+ and Foundation Excavation adults, 7-9pm Licensed Septic System Lion's Head Euchre, Friendship Hall, Lion’s Head, 7-9pm Installation THURSDAY Hatha Flow Yoga, Anglican Church Hall, Lion’s Head, Contact Nina 519-270- 4984 Highway 6, Miller Lake, ON N0H 1Z0 4905, $15 Drop-in, 9:30-10:30am Office Phone: 519-795-7757 V.O.N. SMART Fitness, Friendship Hall, Lion’s Head, Lvl 2 9:30-10:30am, Lvl Mike Cell: 226-668-5104 1 10-11am, Lvl 2 10:45-11:45am Darryl Cell: 519-270-7092 Joint Anglican/United Bible Study, St. Edmunds Church, Tobermory, [email protected] discussion & refreshments, 10-11am Over 40 Years Local Experience www.cr-c.ca V.O.N. SMART Fitness Lvl 2, Tobermory Community Centre, 10:30-11:30am check us out on facebook Chair Yoga, Anglican Church Hall, Lion’s Head, Contact Nina 519-270-4905, $12 Drop-in, 11am-12pm Tobermory Friends of the Library Book Club, Tobermory Library, (last Thurs. Jan.-Jun, Sep.-Nov.) 1pm Darts & Cards, Lion's Head Legion, all welcome, (2nd, 3rd, 4th Thurs. each Marshall* month) 1-3pm Darts & Cribbage, Lion's Head Legion, 1-4pm JOSEPH FILLION MIELHAUSEN Doubles Curling, Wiarton & District Curling Club, 1:15-2:45pm, 3:15-4:45pm, Professional 7:30-9:30pm Drywall & Taping ROOFING LTD. Darts for Fun, Tobermory Legion, 7-9pm Badminton for Adults, BPDS, Lion’s Head, 7-9pm RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL Home: 519-596-2838 FRIDAY Cell: 519-379-8891 Tobermory Coffee Club, Tobermory Community Centre, 8-10am V.O.N. SMART Fitness Lvl 2, Friendship Hall, Lion’s Head, 10-11am 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE Specializing in Nia Holistic Fitness, Rhythmwood, Lion's Head, details at www.rhythmwood.ca  Limited Lifetime Warranty Fiberglass Shingles 10-11:15am SERVING BRUCE PENINSULA & AREA Coffee with Brad, Tobermory United Church, all welcome, 10am-12pm PRO FAST! BP Certified Sharing Dance Seniors, The Meeting Place, Tobermory, info & register at Roofer tobermory.weebly.com 8 wk program starts Jan. 17, 10:30-11:30am Nia Holistic Fitness, Tobermory United Church, details at www.rhythmwood.ca  Phone 519-592-5064 11:30am-12:45pm Free Estimates Fully Insured Duplicate Bridge, Lion’s Head Friendship Hall, please bring a partner, 1-3pm STOKES BAY Cell 519-982-5703 page 24 February 11 to March 3, 2020 The Bruce Peninsula Press Service Directory & Information Centre

FUN & GAMES CONTINUED Clubs, Organizations, Groups, etc. call us TODAY with corrections or additions to the Information Centre FRIDAY continued Bid Euchre, Friendship Hall, Lion’s Head, 1-3pm Northern Bruce Walkers Group, Tobermory Community Centre, 1:30-3pm Recreational Curling, Wiarton & District Curling Club, 1:30-3:30pm, 7-9:30pm Book Club, Lion’s Head Library, (Last Fri.) 2-3pm Potluck Progressive Euchre, Tobermory Legion, dinner & games, all skill Nusko Professional Corporation levels welcome, 5:30-9pm David Nusko B.A. (Hons.), J.D., J.D. Trivia Night, Tobermory Legion, Tobermory Foodbank Fundraiser, $10/person, ONTARIO: Barrister, Solicitor, & Notary Public Need a mortgage? Teams of 6 or join a team, (Second Fri. every month) 7-9pm MICHIGAN: Attorney, & Counselor at Law Advice You Can Bank On! Euchre, Lion’s Head Legion, 7:30-9:30pm For your legal matters call: 1-800-536-0566 www.nusko.ca Open AA Meeting, Maadookii Centre, Wiarton, 8-9pm Shelia Hunter Karaoke, Wiarton Legion, 9pm-1am Cell: 519-379-1040 Harbourside Inside – live music, Rotary Hall, Lion's Head, free entry, donations appreciated, cash bar, doors 7pm Office: 519-793-6126 SATURDAY Cassidy’s Carpentry + Services Live Music & Dancing, Wiarton Legion, 2-5pm Meat Draw & Fun Times, Tobermory Legion, Legion Members remember your Licenced Carpenter 226-974-0668 membership cards! 4-6pm [email protected] Free Public Skating, Lion's Head Arena, 6-9pm INTERIOR EXTERIOR SUNDAY Little Rocks Curling, Wiarton & District Curling Club, 1-2pm Community Easter Cantata Choir Rehearsals, Bethel Church, Lion's Head,  •Shutters •Draperies (Feb. 2 to Apr. 5) 2-4pm •Cellular Shades Junior Curling, Wiarton & District Curling Club, 2-4pm •Wood Blinds •Woven Woods •Roman Shades •Window Film Hair Care for the Whole Family SPECIAL EVENTS and more! Does Your Group Have An Event Coming Up? Call us Residential & Commercial Hetty Engel-Sharp, Owner / 519-793-3130 before Feb. 26, 2020 to be included in the next Press. FREE In-Home Consultation 177 Paris Rd., Brantford, ON Wednesday February 12 “Expert Fit” 15 Pointview Dr., Lion’s Head, ON NBP Community Support Advisory Action Committee; Municipal Office, Measuring & 519-793-3921 Lion's Head; Jan Chamberlain speaks on available housing, with discusion Installation on the need for housing and rentals to follow; 1-3pm www.budgetblinds.com Friday February 14 We carry the hottest styles and colours to fit your decor. Missing My Valentine Lunch; Tobermory United Church; open to all widows and widowers from Tobermory please RSVP to [email protected] or 519-596-2394 by Thurs. Feb 13; 11:30am Movies at the Park – Rocketman; National Park Visitor Centre; by donation; 1pm Alex Hepburn Harbourside Inside – Love Songs;  Rotary Hall, Lion's Head; free entry, A.S.H. Excavating Owner/Operator donations appreciated; cash bar; 7-10pm Over 10 years experience Mansfield Renovations Saturday February 15 • Dump truck & Equipment Float Tobermory Winter Carnival; Tobermory Community Centre; see ad pg. 2 • Mini Ex & Track Skidsteer 519-374-3920 Spaghetti Dinner; Tobermory Community Centre; Adults $12, kids 12 and under • Licensed Septic Design & Installation Renovations & Interior Remodels $6; proceeds to the Terry Fox Foundation; see ad pg. 2, 5:30-7pm • Landscaping, Driveways, Trenching, Windows/Doors & Exterior Finishing Sunday February 16 Site Prep, Backfilling, & Grading New Builds | Decks & More Contact us today for your FREE quote Family Fun Day; Rotary Hall, Lion's Head; free admission; see ad pg. 3, 11am-2pm 20 Moore St. www.mansfieldrenovations.com Friday February 21 Lion’s Head On, N0H 1W0 Movies at the Park – After the Wedding; National Park Visitor Centre; by 226-668-2681 [email protected] donation; 1pm Saturday February 22 Men's Breakfast; Tobermory Community Centre; Guest Speaker Sean Hurst, Harrington Plumbing 1st Vice President Royal Canadian Legion Branch 290, on the role the Legion plays in our community; additional information on the breakfast can be • Pumps/New Wells obtained by contacting Dave [email protected];  coffee ready 8am, North Bruce Heating • Well Extensions & Maintenance breakfast 9am Servicing Lion’s Head & Tobermory • Water Treatment Public Speaking Competition; Tobermory Legion; speakers from grade 1 to • Pressure Systems Nathan Harrington 12; judges needed; contact Kathyrn at 519-377-1434 if planning to compete; registration 9:30am, competition 10am Cameron Greig • Cottage Opening/Closing Owner/Licensed Plumber & Well Contractor 519-590-3112 Owner / Gas Technician • Service Tuesday February 25 Wiarton, ON Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper; Rotary Hall, Lion's Head; free will donation; please bring dishes and cutlery to reduce waste; see ad pg. 3, 5-7pm Tobermory United Church Annual Pancake Supper; Tobermory Community 519.793.3669 Centre; by donation; see ad pg. 3, 5-7pm [email protected] Friday February 28 Movies at the Park – Pain & Glory; National Park Visitor Centre; by donation; 1pm Thursday February 27 Sources of Knowledge Talks – My Adventures with Mental Illness and How You Too Can Survive;  Parks Canada Visitor Centre, Tobermory; speaker Brad Inglis; see ad pg. 2, 7-8:30pm Wednesday March 5 BPEG Meeting – Bob Barnett of Escarpment Biosphere Conservancy;  Anglican Church Hall, Lion's Head; 7:30pm Wednesday March 11 Construction NBP Community Support Advisory Action Committee; Municipal Office, Lion's PROFESSIONAL BUILDING SOLUTIONS Head; Brenda Scott from George Funeral Home on making final decisions for FILL THIS SPACE yourself or loved ones, plus hear about the scattering garden in Lion's Head; 1-3pm CUSTOM HOMES Friday March 13 RENOVATIONS for over Harbourside Inside – Folk and Trad Fun; Rotary Hall, Lion's Head; free entry, DESIGN SERVICES 10 years FOR AS LOW AS donations appreciated; cash bar; 7-10pm MINI EX SERVICES Saturday March 21 - Sunday March 22 MINI BIN RENTAL Maple Magic; Regal Point Elk Farm, 462081 Conc. 24; 9am-1pm PRE-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Saturday March 28 $50.61* 519-596-1224 • Tobermory, Ontario Men's Breakfast;  Tobermory Community Centre; Guest Speaker José [email protected] PER ISSUE Rodrigues, owner of And-Rod Construction, will discuss the construction www.and-rodcontracting.com industry in Tobermory; additional information on the breakfast can be obtained by contacting Dave [email protected];  coffee ready 8am, breakfast 9am NOW OFFERING MINI EX SERVICES! *CALL TRUDY FOR DETAILS • SERVICE TRENCHES • NATURAL LANDSCAPING / HARDSCAPING 519-596-2658 Bruce Peninsula Press Next issue... • DEMOLITION • SMALL EXCAVATING PROJECTS Deadline  Feb. 26 Printing Mar. 3 A CUSTOM APPROACH TO YOUR PROJECT For a complete printing schedule see page 4 CALL 519-596-1224 MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA Office Hours Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 56 Lindsay Road 5, Lion’s Head, Ontario N0H 1W0 Telephone: 519-793-3522 • Fax: 519-793-3823 MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA Website: www.northbrucepeninsula.ca PUBLIC NOTICES OFFICE CLOSURE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL – RFP CSM 2020-01 The Municipal Office will be closed Monday, February 17 in observation of Family Day. Grass Mowing and Trimming (throughout the Municipality) RFP documents may be obtained at the Municipal Office or, if requested, sent by mail A bidder may bid on any or all of the four (4) contract options being offered UPCOMING MEETINGS RFP’s will be received at the Municipal Office until: Friday, March 6, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 2, 2020 ...... 9:00 a.m...... Special Council Meeting (First Review of RFP’s will be opened publicly at 1:05 p.m. on Friday, March 6, 2020 at the Municipal Office 2020 Municipal Budget) Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted Monday, March 2, 2020 ...... 1:00 p.m...... Council Ryan Deska, Manager of Community Services ...... 9:00 a.m...... Special Council Meeting (Second Review of Monday, March 9, 2020 Lion’s Head, Ontario N0H 1W0 Telephone: (519) 793-3522, X234 2020 Municipal Budget) Monday, March 9, 2020 ...... 1:00 p.m...... Council LANDFILL SITE HOURS Monday, March 23, 2020 ...... 1:00 p.m...... Council (Presentation of 2020 Budget and (November 1 - March 31) adoption of Budget) NOTE: All meetings are held at Municipal Office unless specified otherwise. Eastnor Site - 1252 West Road: Monday - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. NOTICE OF INTENT TO PASS BY-LAW(S) Lindsay Site - 627 Ira Lake Road: The following by-law(s) will be tabled for consideration of passage by Council at its regular meeting on Saturday - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday, March 9, 2020 in the Council Chambers at 56 Lindsay Road 5, Lion’s Head, Ontario: St. Edmunds Site - 71 McArthur Road: By-law No. 2020-14 Being a by-law to authorize a Lease Agreement between the Stokes Bay Wednesday - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Community Centre Group and the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula The following by-law(s) will be tabled for consideration of passage by Council at its regular meeting on PUBLIC NOTICE Monday, March 23, 2020 in the Council Chambers at 56 Lindsay Road 5, Lion’s Head, Ontario: WINTER PARKING REGULATIONS By-law No. 2020-16 Being a by-law to regulate paid parking and control traffic and more particularly From November 1 of any year to April 30 of the following year between 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., the parking, stopping or standing of vehicles and the use of Municipal parking lots within the parking is prohibited on any highway including a boulevard that will interfere with the removal of snow Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula from any road or sidewalk in the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula. Anyone wishing to view, discuss or provide written comments on any by-law (or agenda document) or submit Correspondence for the Council Agenda shall provide same to the Clerk no later than 12 Noon on the Wednesday preceding the regular Council meeting. BY-LAW ENFORCEMENT The Request for Delegation form is available from the Clerk or on the Municipal website. Please note that Requests All dog tags purchased are lifetime tags with an associated fee of $30.00 for spayed/neutered and/or for Delegation are dealt with on a first come, first serve basis. $45.00 for unaltered. Lifetime tags are available for sale at the Municipal Office, 56 Lindsay Road 5. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY If you are experiencing a situation with by-law-related matters such as animal control, parking, camping, contact Carol Hopkins, By-law Enforcement Officer, at (519) 793-3522, X235 CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (Monday-Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.) or via email to [email protected] Full details on this employment opportunity are provided in a display advertisement in this edition of the All Municipal by-laws may be viewed on the Municipal website or you can contact the By-law Bruce Peninsula Press or may be viewed on the Municipal website under Municipal Services, then Enforcement Department for complete details. Employment Opportunities. FIRE PERMITS PLANNING SERVICES The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula and Bruce County are pleased to offer planning For your convenience, fire permits are available both at the Municipal Office and on-line at consultation services for your convenience at the Municipal Office, 56 Lindsay Road 5, Lion’s Head, www.northbrucepeninsula.ca. On the Municipal home page, scroll to the flame symbol beside “fire Ontario from 8:30 to 11:30 am. on the following dates: permits” and click right there! Simple as that! Tuesday, February 25, 2020, Tuesday, March 10, 2020, and Tuesday March 24, 2020 DO YOU NEED AN APPOINTMENT WITH (weather permitting) THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT? You are welcome to make an appointment to discuss your minor variance, severance, rezoning, subdivision and/or Official Plan matters. Please call the Planning Department at 519) 534-2092, The Chief Building Official (CBO), Wendy Elliott, will only be accepting appointments on Monday, X127. Tuesday, Wednesday mornings and Thursday and Friday afternoons. Please schedule an appointment by calling (519) 793-3522, X226. AFTER HOURS Please be advised that complete building permit applications are to be dropped off at the front desk. It EMERGENCY NUMBERS is not necessary to schedule an appointment with the CBO to submit a permit application. If questions If you require immediate assistance with a Municipal water or sewer emergency, please call (519) 372-3034. arise with respect to the building permit application, the Building Department will contact you and If you require assistance for a Municipal road hazard, by-law or livestock claim emergency, please call further, you will also be advised when the permit is ready for pickup and payment. 1-866-750-8219. 2020 MUNICIPAL BUDGET REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL – RFP DC-2020-01 SEEKING YOUR THOUGHTS AND IDEAS Cemetery Manager and/or Groundskeeper for the Operation and Maintenance of Four (4) The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula is commencing its 2020 Budget process. Municipally-owned Cemeteries. Once the First Draft of the 2020 Budget is prepared, it will be posted on the Municipal website for you Deadline for submission: Friday, March 27, 2020 at 12 Noon to review and provide feedback. RFP Specifications are available at the Municipal Office or on the Municipal website The Municipality would like to remind ratepayers that you can share your thoughts and opinions regarding the budget at any time throughout the year by contacting a member of Council or staff. We Inquiries should be directed to Cathy Addison, Deputy Clerk are also looking for public comments or requests for changes in current service levels (eg. waste Telephone: (519) 793-3522, X236 Email: [email protected] management, road maintenance, snow removal). We look forward to hearing from you. 2020 SUMMER STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 2020 MUNICIPAL BUDGET PROCESS The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula is seeking students who are enthusiastic, motivated, Monday, March 2, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. – Review of First Draft of Budget with Council responsible and customer service oriented, to fill the following positions available for the summer of 2020: (including a discussion on public comments received) Posting #: Position: Department: Hourly Rate: Monday, March 9, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. – Review of Second Draft of Budget with Council 2020-01* Swimming Instructor (requires valid Parks & Facilities Range: $14.00- $15.50 Monday, March 23, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. – Public Presentation of 2020 Budget Red Cross,NLS Instructor, (and adoption of 2020 Budget) First Aid/CPR) Please note that all Special Council Meetings (including for Budget purposes) are open 2020-02 Assistant Swimming Instructor** Parks & Facilities Same as above to the public. 2020-03 Harbour Attendants** (Student) Parks & Facilities Same as above Lion’s Head 2020-04 Harbour Attendants** (Student) Parks & Facilities Same as above ANNUAL RECOGNITION DAY Tobermory Monday, April 27, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. 2020-05 *Parks & Facilities Assistant** Parks & Facilities Same as above Council Chambers (2 positions) Tobermory 56 Lindsay Road 5 2020-06* Public Works Assistant Public Works Same as above It is that time of year again, time to recognize the dedication, enthusiasm and commitment of your group or organization’s volunteer(s). A valid Class G Driver’s Licence, with a clean driver’s abstract, is required for the positions denoted with an asterisk (*). “Volunteers are seldom paid. Not because they are worthless, but because they are priceless. **NOTE: Secondary school students are eligible for these positions. -Author unknown Please view the Job Description(s) on the Municipal website for a full explanation of the advertised You may recognize a member, an executive, a team, a team player, a coach, a parent, a group or a position(s). supporter, young or old—someone who deserves an expression of your appreciation. Interested candidates are invited to submit the following: Local groups and organizations must advise the Clerk, in writing, of their recipient selection(s) no later 1) Cover Letter quoting the posting # (position applied for) than Friday, April 3, 2020 at 12 Noon. In addition, the name of the individual from your organization 2) Brief resume making the presentation is also required by the deadline. No later than Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at 12 Noon to: Each group will be allowed three (3) minutes at the Recognition Day ceremony to make the Mary Lynn Standen, Clerk, Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula presentation to the selected recipient(s). 56 Lindsay Road Lion’s Head, Ontario N0H 1W0 The Municipality will present a certificate to each recipient; however, the group/organization is more Telephone:(519) 793-3522, X229 Fax:(519) 793-3823 Email:[email protected] than welcome to purchase a gift (plaque, flowers, etc.) which may be presented on behalf of the The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. Please advise the Accessibility Coordinator group/organization. if any accommodations needed to ensure your access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received Questions relating to Recognition Day may be directed to the Clerk, Mary Lynn Standen, by calling relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. Personal information will be used to determine eligibility for potential employment and is pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. (519) 793-3522, X229 or via email to [email protected]. INTERIM TAX BILLING REACH US Mayor Milt McIver – [email protected] – (519) 592-3076 Just a reminder that the Interim Tax Billing for 2020 will have two (2) tax due dates: Deputy Mayor Debbie Myles – [email protected] – (519) 795-7240 Friday, February 28, and Thursday, April 30 Councillor Laurie (Smokey) Golden – [email protected] – (519) 596-2614 (NOTE: Property owners who are set up for pre-authorized payments on installments will have funds Councillor James Mielhausen – [email protected] – (519) 378-8457 withdrawn on February 28 and April 30 for the interim billing.) Councillor Megan Myles – [email protected] – (519) 387-3663 Due dates for the Final Tax Billing in 2020 will be Friday, July 31 and Wednesday, September 30. Municipal Website: www.northbrucepeninsula.ca page 26 #2 February 11 to March 3, 2020 The Bruce Peninsula Press MPP Walker Announces $5,944,642 in Community Infrastructure Funding For Local Municipalities Media Release Total investment in communities * County of Bruce: $660,950 OWEN SOUND - The Ontario QUICK FACTS across Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound are as This funding is a part of Ontario’s government is making another investment follows: -The Ontario Community Infrastructure in small, rural and northern communities. approximately $200 million commitment Fund provides stable and predictable Through the Ontario Community * Township of Chatsworth: $125,064 to 424 communities addressing their funding for communities with populations Infrastructure Fund (OCIF), Ontario * Municipality of Northern Bruce core infrastructure projects and asset under 100,000, along with all rural and continues to support municipalities with Peninsula: $181,355 management planning needs in 2020. northern communities. their important infrastructure needs. * Town of South Bruce Peninsula: “This investment provides the -Approximately $200 million in formula- based funding was allocated to small, This year, municipalities in Bruce- $204,075 predictable and stable infrastructure Grey-Owen Sound will receive $5,944,642 funding small, rural and northern rural and northern communities for 2019. in funding to address their local community * Township of Georgian Bluffs: $224,363 municipalities have asked for,” said Laurie Municipalities may accumulate their formula funding for up to five years to address larger infrastructure needs. * Town of Hanover: $233,348 Scott, Minister of Infrastructure. “With this OCIF funding we are working directly infrastructure projects. * Township of Southgate: $236,674 “As your MPP, I am upholding with our municipal partners to deliver -Ontario also provides funding to my commitment to support our local * Municipality of Arran-Elderslie: $330,386 community infrastructure.” communities through the Investing in municipalities by creating jobs, attracting * Municipality of Grey Highlands: $436,207 Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP), a economic growth and investment, and Recognizing that municipalities $30-billion, 10-year infrastructure program making our community the best place * Municipality of West Grey: $448,807 have different infrastructure needs, the cost-shared between federal, provincial and province uses a straightforward and to live and grow,” said MPP Bill Walker. * Municipality of Meaford: $458,173 municipal governments. Ontario’s share per “This funding will help build and repair transparent formula that examines project will be up to 33.33 per cent, or $10.2 roads, bridges, water and wastewater * City of Owen Sound: $1,125,294 various social and economic factors to billion spread across four streams: Rural infrastructure in our community.” * County of Grey: $1,279,946 determine funding allocations across the and Northern, Public Transit, Green, and province. Community, Culture and Recreation. MPP Walker Announces $4,840,161 In Funding For Local Hospitals Media Release difference to a patient’s experience. This “This is the second consecutive year government for the Health Infrastructure OWEN SOUND - Ontario is investing funding will help ensure that hospitals that SBGHC has received a significant Renewal funding. This funding is integral in the health and safety of patients as across Ontario are able to make the needed capital investment from the Government to the maintenance of our hospital in it addresses urgent upgrades, repairs upgrades and improvements, so patients of Ontario to ensure the infrastructure of order to provide high-quality care for and maintenance to help modernize 131 and families have access to the reliable, our hospital sites can continue to meet our patients,” said Hanover and District hospitals across the province. quality care they expect and deserve.” the needs of the patients we serve,” says Hospital President and CEO Dana Howes. Hanover and District Hospital is Michael Barrett, SBGHC President and “Healthcare impacts everyone and Today, Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound CEO. “SBGHC intends to use this funding MPP Bill Walker visited local hospitals receiving $184,581, Grey Bruce Health is always a priority. I am pleased our Services (with hospitals in Lion’s Head, on various projects at all four of our government continues to work toward in Hanover, Durham and Owen Sound sites, with the largest project being the to announce that they are receiving Markdale, Meaford, Owen Sound, bringing Ontario’s world class health care Southampton and Wiarton) is receiving installation of a sprinkler system at our system into the 21st century, this funding a combined $4,840,161 in funding to Durham site to meet the requirement for maintain their infrastructure and ensure $2,831,982 and South Bruce Grey Health will help hospitals to address urgent Centre (with hospitals in Chesley, Durham, all hospitals to have full sprinkler systems issues,” said Walker. a safe and comfortable environment for by 2025.” patients to receive care. This is part of the Kincardine and Walkerton) is receiving government’s investment of $175 million $1,823,598. “Most people who come into the QUICK FACTS this year through the Health Infrastructure “Ontario has a plan to build a hospital will never see the boilers, the new • Ontario is investing $175 million in Renewal Fund (HIRF) to support hospitals connected and sustainable public health roofs, the sprinkler system or the security repairs and upgrades to 131 hospitals this across Ontario. care system centred around the needs of systems, but these are critical items that year through the Health Infrastructure allow our healthcare system to function “These investments will help ensure patients, including investing $27 billion Renewal Fund. over 10 years in hospital infrastructure safely,” said Gary Sims, President and CEO that patients at our hospitals in Bruce- of Grey Bruce Health Services. “We could • In addition, Ontario is investing $7.2 Grey-Owen Sound can receive the care they projects,” said Walker. “Maintaining million to address ongoing urgent and/or hospital infrastructure is one more example not deliver quality patient care without this need in a safe and comfortable setting,” said dedicated fund for infrastructure renewal emergent infrastructure renewal needs for Walker. “Seemingly small things like well- of how we are working towards ensuring community health service providers who that Ontarians have the health care services from the provincial government, and we are functioning roofs, windows or heating and very grateful for this support.” met specific criteria on a priority basis, air conditioning systems, fire alarms and they can depend on while building the through the Community Infrastructure back-up generators can make the world of capacity we need to end hallway health “We would like to thank the provincial Renewal Fund. care.” Bruce Peninsula District School Students Thank Marydale For Years of Generosity

Photo Credit: Joanne Rodgers, BPP Photo: After 19 years, Marydale Ashcroft says goodbye to Marydale’s Restaurant and welcomes new owners Geoff and Gill Ireland The

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Photo Credit: Dave Mansfield Photo: On her last day at Marydale’s Restaurant, Marydale Ashcroft was Did you Know... presented with a Thank You poster by BPDS Secondary students. Marydale has helped the school many times over the past 18 years and no doubt will Graphic Design is included in the continue to do so in a different capacity. A very nice gesture from the students. price of all our newspaper ads Tell us what you want and we’ll make it happen RYDALLPhone: 519-793-4793 CONTRACTING • Email: [email protected] For more information, contact us: Driveway & Lot Clearing Excavation Site Prep Tell us what you want and we’ll make it happen Licensed Septic Systems Hydro Pole Installation Bobcat & Excavator For more information, contact us: Screened Topsoil & Roll o Truck Rental Rental Aggregates Snow Removal Landscaping Rockery & Waterfall Forestry & Logging FREE Stone Rock Breaking ESTIMATES The Bruce Peninsula Press #2 February 11 to March 3, 2019 page 27 Harbourside Inside Launches Concert Series in Lion’s Head pre-selected 3 or 4 songs. The performers shared personal stories or music history related to the songs chosen. Trace was extremely pleased with the large turnout to this inaugural concert. Many concert goers considered the concert as good as or better than many of the concerts they had seen in well-known music venues. Trace hopes that Harbourside Inside will encourage greater collaboration Photo: Local musical duo Rod Stuart to create “new combinations of music (L-R Stuart Burgess and Rod Layman) styles, instruments and faces”. She entertain at the first of six Harbourside says look for some new faces at each Inside concerts planned. concert. (Interested musicians can email [email protected]) the late 50s to current 2000s, songs from The audience and musicians Photo L-R: Steve Woeller and Trace MacKay of Halfway North are joined on the Beatles, Elton John, Animals, Kinks, expressed their pleasure at the stage by the other performers at the January 10th Harbourside Inside concert. Adele, Oasis to original compositions. improvements to the stage; all done by The local acts consisted of partners community volunteers who re-painted the stage, sewed new curtains, and rewired evening of music, food and community, the Steve Woeller and Trace MacKay of By Joanne Rodgers, the sound and lighting systems. All free- concerts will run monthly from January to Halfway North, sister act Makenzy and Bruce Peninsula Press will donations from the concerts will be June, each with a specific theme. Olivia Williamson, father and daughter On 10 January, Harbourside Inside Dominik and Megan Franken, father and used to upgrade the hall and stage and kicked-off the first of its six concerts at the January’s theme was “British son Rob and Josh Ritchie, with Josh on improve the sound and light equipment. Invasion” and showcased music spanning Rotary Hall in Lion’s Head. Billed as an electric guitar performing his original The next concert is on Valentine’s compositions, duo Rod Stuart (Rod Day, February 14, the theme is Love Layman and Stuart Burgess) and other Songs. Heidi Rose Neumann of Rosehip 2020 Biosphere Association Call for Nominations notable local artistes Philip Allen, Brian and Chai, will be back offering ethnic Taylor and Gerry Goldie. fusion cuisine and the Rotary Club will Submitted by Tim Little environment and build the local economy. Organizer Trace MacKay also tend the cash bar. Doors open at 6:30 This year the Bruce Peninsula We need more people interested in p.m., with music starting between 7 and helping as Board members in the areas of acted as MC, smoothly managing the Biosphere Association will celebrate 20 performances, with each act playing a 7:30 p.m. years of implementing conservation and finance,communications, project planning, stewardship projects aimed at protecting organizing volunteers, and coordinating this beautiful place we call home. Maybe field work. We strive to represent different your family has participated in one of our sectors of the community (farming, tourism astronomy evenings, eco adventure forest etc.) and all areas of the Northern Bruce. escapes or hikes (www.myecoadventures. To put your name forward for election HOFSTRANDL ca) rode the 2019 Gran Fondo gravel bike and make a contribution as a member of T ride or helped us cut invasive phragmites the Board of Directors of the Association, CONTRACTING D. from local water ways. you are invited to contact Elizabeth Thorn, If you have some free time and Board Chair by e-mail: [email protected], • Homes • Cottages care about restoring water quality in or phone: (519) 377-5166. Tony Hofstrand our streams and lakes, preserving the The Biosphere Association is a • Roofing • Masonry Peninsula’s dark skies and protecting registered charity dedicated to building • Windows • Doors 519-375-6595 endangered wildlife, we hope you will community capacity for ecological • Renovations • Additions consider joining us. The Bruce Peninsula conservation and sustainable economic 519-795-7003 Biosphere Association is dedicated to development while achieving measurable • Commercial & Hwy. #6 Miller Lake, ON working with willing landowners to take conservation results. For more information, Residential Builders [email protected] practical, concrete action to conserve the please see www.bpba.ca

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[email protected] DON’T FORGET YOUR: 519-596-2658 • 1-800-794-4480 P.O. Box 89, 39 Legion St., Tobermory, ON N0H 2R0 • Brochures • Rack Cards • Invoices/Forms • Envelopes • Posters • Flyers page 28 #2 February 11 to March 3, 2020 The Bruce Peninsula Press Rotary Club Of The Northern Bruce Peninsula February Report Family Day Event February 16 at Rotary Hall Submitted by Jim Dilamarter welcome Rick Paciej and Kathy Austin to ROTARY THANKS NBP CAO BILL Bill recognizes the value of service Our club continues to be having a our club. We know they will enjoy a busy JONES FOR HIS SERVICE clubs and organizations that help to very busy and active winter. This month month of activities. Remember we always support a community. We shall miss his we will be operating the bar at the Curling have room for interested and community Bill Jones has been an integral part of leadership. We thank him for his service, Bonspiel on February 8th, and operating minded people who would like to join our our community for ten years now. He has support and vision. We wish him well in another bar at the Harbourside Inside on team. been a great supporter of Rotary during the future. that time and has encouraged our club to February 14th. All the money raised at our events and HARBOURSIDE INSIDE bars, of course, helps with Rotary projects continue our service to this community. On February 16th members will be We have, throughout his tenure as CAO, What a successful event the helping at the Family Day Event at the Hall including our Scholarship Programs at ‘Harbourside Inside’ evenings was in Bruce Peninsula District School as well had an excellent working relationship with organized each year by MaryDale Ashcroft. both Bill and Council itself. Bill’s support, January! We are pleased to be able to We always look forward to this event and as the many organizations we support in provide beverage services for these events this wonderful community and beyond. as well as that of Council itself, has helped thank all who make it possible. our club grow and serve our community. and the community has responded to this We also will be new idea with just as much excitement as helping at a Shrove they did to the summer Harbourside at the Tuesday Breakfast beach. Thanks, once again, to MaryDale on February 25th who seems to always be finding new and working alongside exciting ways to keep us entertained in the members of this wonderful community. Thanks to all Christ Church the entertainers, workers, and, most of all, Anglican on this the people who come and enjoy a wonderful event. evening of entertainment. There are a This will be a special one on February number of projects 14th because it is Valentine’s Day. The in the works that theme is LOVE SONGS and, therefore, you will read bring your partner or friend to the Rotary about in future Hall for a night of great entertainment. All reports. There will, are welcome and we hope you will attend. undoubtedly, be MAPLE MAGIC fundraising for the rebuild of the Lion’s On behalf of our friends in Wiarton Head Lighthouse Rotary we invite you to their ‘Maple Magic’ which Rotary will March 21-22 and 28-29. This is an annual be part of in some event that they do. It is hosted at the Regal way as spring rolls Point Elk Farm, 462081, Concession 24, into summer. Georgian Bluffs, Ontario. Times are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is good to have two new Photos: Rotary President Doug Embleton welcomes Rick Paciej (above right) and Kathy Austin Wiarton Willy has predicted an early Rotarians with us (above left) as the newest members of the Rotary Club of Northern Bruce Peninsula. This brings spring and the sap should really be running to help at these our membership to 22 members. Just two years ago we had only 12 members. It’s great to see by then. Come and enjoy and support Rotary at the same time. activities. We our club grow. Bruce Peninsula District School News: Bluewater Ballistix Volleyball Defeat Toronto Titans in Division Championship Submitted by Matt Pickett The boys are all part of the Big Bruce The Bluewater Ballistix 17U Volleyball club in Chesley as well. Ontario Volleyball association team Great to see our local boys defeat an from Grey- Bruce includes two boys established Toronto Titans team in the from North Bruce Peninsula. BPDS final. students Sacha Oke and Lucas Hellyer Their next action will be in the both play for the team who won the Gold Championship division on February 8 in the trillium B division championship in Kitchener. on Saturday, January 11 in Barrie at Georgian College. The team is coached by South Bruce Peninsula resident Al Gundrum The team has students from with help from Tim Smith and Steve Owen Sound, Kincardine, North Bruce Taylor of Port Elgin. Peninsula, Wiarton and Port Elgin.

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