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Vol. 42, No. 8 February 20, 2019

160808 Former compliance offi cer charged following fatal collision

by Drake Lowthers The Reporter “The inspections were being completed and were not being [email protected] completed properly, and we’ve laid charges and fairly serious charges at that,” Clarke said. ANTIGONISH: RCMP have laid charges against a 45-year- A spokesperson with the transportation department con- old Lakevale, Antigonish County man in relation to a fatal fi rmed last Thursday that Chisholm had previously worked two-car collision in Porters Lake along Highway 107 on Jan- for the department and the improper inspections do not relate uary 17, 2018. to his former duties with the department. Chet Bernard Chisholm was charged on February 13 with “Mr. Chisholm was formally employed with the Depart- criminal negligence causing death, two counts of criminal ment of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal as a mo- negligence causing bodily harm, and breach of trust. tor carrier inspector inspecting buses,” Marla MacInnis said. Cpl. Jennifer Clarke, a public information offi cer for the “As this matter is in front of the courts, we cannot comment RCMP, said these are unusual charges because Chisholm further.” wasn’t behind the wheel of a vehicle but completed the motor She advised all buses in the province are inspected bian- vehicle inspection on one of them. nually and therefore any buses that had been inspected by “This is the fi rst time I’ve heard of this in Nova Scotia,” she Chisholm have since been inspected by another motor carrier said in a statement provided to The Reporter last Thursday. inspector. “There may be other cases but I’m not aware of charges of MacInnis referred to Chisholm as a “bus inspector” but The this nature being laid recently.” Reporter has confi rmed that he also served as a compliance Chisholm, the man accused of improperly completing the offi cer with the department and had been carrying out the in- safety inspection on one of the vehicles involved, was working spections as a “backyard mechanic.” as a bus inspector and compliance offi cer with the Department According to court documents from 1998, Chisholm, who of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal’s enforcement was 24 at the time, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault, fail- division based in Antigonish at the time of the collision. ing to stop at the scene of an accident and operating a motor A 49-year-old woman who was driving a small vehicle in- vehicle while impaired. He was sentenced to 18-months in jail spected by Chisholm was killed and two other people were and two-years probation. Following an altercation at a bar, Photo by Drake Lowthers injured. Chisholm pursued the man and continued the fi ght. He drove Emma Forgeron was cast as Tracy Turnblad in Music of the During the course of the police’s investigation, police de- his car directly at the victim, striking and injuring him before Night’s performance of Hairspray. From Forgeron’s fi rst mo- termined the safety inspection on the vehicle involved, had speeding away. ment on stage in the opening number “Good Morning Balti- been improperly completed. RCMP were also able to deter- Chisholm appeared in Antigonish Provincial Court last more,” to the energy-fi lled fi nale “You Can’t Stop the Beat,” mine, Chisholm, who inspected the vehicle, was the subject of Wednesday and was released on conditions, including no con- she owned the stage and the audience loved her. For more another incident in January 2018 where an improper vehicle tact with several individuals and not to perform motor vehicle on Hairspray, see page 10. inspection had been completed. inspections and is scheduled to return to court on March 13.

Photo by Communications Nova Scotia/Len Wagg Cape Breton Team Nova Scotia boxer Matt Fraser of Antigonish has his hand raised following his fi rst welcomed 190 bout in the 56kg division at the Canada Games on February 17 after beating Newfound- newcomers lander Carter Butler. in 2018 by Drake Lowthers The Reporter [email protected] CAPE BRETON: The small island of Cape Breton wel- comed nearly 200 new residents in 2018. PRICE: $1.55 +HST According to numbers released on permanent residents from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, it was highlighted Cape Breton welcomed 190 immigrants, with a total of 5,970 newcomers province-wide. Breaking it down by each quarter, 35 people became perma- nent residents in the fi rst quarter, 50 people in the second, 45 people in the third, and in the fourth quarter of the year, 60 people became permanent residents.

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ture Trust must not only secure a record number of con- Nature trust announces plans to protect servation sites by March 31, but must also raise another $750,000 in public support. “It’s a bold plan, in response to an extraordinary, Mabou Highlands, St. Mary’s River time-limited opportunity,” Bonnie Sutherland, the Nature Trust’s executive director said. “We have 15 top priority biodiversity hotspots ready for protection, but we need the by Jake Boudrot Editor diversity by 2020 with a $1.3 billion investment in nature public’s support to succeed. We urge Nova Scotians to step [email protected] conservation. up and donate, to save the places they love.” Through the recently launched Nature Fund, the gov- With enough public support, the campaign could lever- DARTMOUTH: The Nova Scotia Nature Trust (NSNT) ernment is encouraging community groups and citizens age over $3 million through the Nature Fund and match- announced plans to protect as many as 15 new conserva- to take action in protecting Canada’s biodiversity. To build ing contributions by the Nova Scotia Crown Share Land tion sites, including two in the Strait area. momentum for this national effort, the government chose Legacy Trust. Nearly $500,000 has been raised or pledged Maggie Sutherland, communications coordinator with key conservation leaders across the country to deliver to date for the campaign. the NSNT, told The Reporter that the lands in question in- quick wins for biodiversity. Sutherland noted the timeliness of the campaign. clude the Mabou Highlands in Inverness County, and in “Canada is committed to doubling the amount of na- “So many Nova Scotians are discouraged about the state Guysborough County, the St. Mary’s River. ture protected on land and in our oceans,” said Catherine of our environment and our natural resources. But here is “As part of this campaign four new properties will be McKenna, Minister of Environment and Climate Change. an opportunity to take positive action. To seize an historic, added to a growing wild corridor the nature trust has been “By partnering with NGOs and all orders of government, time-limited chance to make a big, tangible, and lasting working to protect on the iconic St. Mary’s River,” Suther- we’re working together to protect more nature, meeting difference for the wild places we love. We may never see land said. “This beautiful ‘ribbon of green’ shelters tower- our goals, and growing our economy. The Nova Scotia Na- another opportunity quite like this for Nova Scotia’s wild ing old growth forests, rare floodplains, endangered Wood ture Trust’s significant contribution will protect land and places.” turtles, birds [Canada Warbler] and Atlantic Salmon. biodiversity in Canada, conserving nature for future gen- Sean Fraser, Member of Parliament for Central Nova Eight conservation sites have been protected to date. The erations.” Scotia, and Parliamentary Secretary for Environment and new additions combined with the Provincial Corridor The Nature Trust was chosen for one of the largest Climate Change Canada, applauded the Nature Trust’s Lands [pending designation] will add significant connec- grants, and will receive up to $1.45 million through Quick conservation leadership. tivity and ecological integrity for the watershed. Start—a program under the Canada Nature Fund. “Land trusts like the Nova Scotia Nature Trust are criti- “The Mabou Highlands is a major land assemblage and “Projects/partners were selected based on their contri- cal partners in protecting Canada’s natural environment,” will preserve a spectacular coastal wilderness—hardwood bution to hectares protected or conserved, ecological in- Fraser noted. “With many of our most ecologically rich forests, brooks and ravines, rugged seashore, and world- tegrity, advancement of indigenous reconciliation priori- and threatened natural areas in private ownership, land class hiking trails. Together with the adjacent Wilderness ties, connectivity to each other or existing conserved and trusts are uniquely positioned to help us protect nature Area, we can preserve up to 2,350 hectares of Cape Breton protected areas, and proximity to completion,” Sutherland and conserve our environment.” wildlands. At least five properties could be saved by March explained. Donations can be made at nsnt.ca or by phone at (902) 31.” The Nature Trust developed an ambitious conservation 425-LAND. Every dollar donated by March 31 will leverage In response to a growing global biodiversity crisis, the initiative, the Lasting Landscapes campaign, to protect 15 four more dollars in biodiversity conservation. For more Government of Canada has committed to protecting 17 of the highest priority natural areas across the province. about the campaign visit: nsnt.ca/lastinglandscapes. per cent of the country’s land and inland waters for bio- To meet federal requirements for Quick Start, the Na-

Contributed photos The Mabou Highlands is one of the areas the Nova Scotia Nature Trust wants to protect. The Nova Scotia Nature Trust wants to protect four properties around the St. Mary’s River. AUS announces supplementary discipline following StFX, Acadia brawl

by Drake Lowthers The Reporter eight games (10), X-Men assistant coach Dave Stewart was given many things over the last 10 days. We now have the ability to [email protected] one game, and X-Men Aaron Hoyles (7) and Mark Tremaine (4) strengthen our policies and to grow as an organization.” were given additional two game suspensions for their involve- In a statement provided to The Reporter on February 13, Leo ANTIGONISH: The head coach of the StFX X-Men men’s ment during the brawl which broke out at 9:05 during the third MacPherson director of athletics and recreation at St. Francis hockey team has been suspended an additional eight games period of AUS hockey action on February 2 in Wolfville. University, said they believe the events that took place were following an investigation by the Atlantic University Sport Phil Currie, executive director of the AUS, said they sup- completely avoidable. (AUS). port the decisions made by the men’s hockey sport chair, and “Coach Peddle and Mr. Studnicka have provided clear AUS men’s hockey chair David MacLean handed down his as they look onto the postseason, their focus as a conference statements as to what has occurred dating back to the 2016-17 decision February 12 after completing his review. will be to ensure student-athlete safety and respect for other season,” he said. “Including the fact that this issue has been “These suspensions are significant, coming at a time of year are their top priority. brought to the attention of the Acadia Athletics program in where most sanctions will be served during the play-offs,” Mac- “His review was thorough and included consultation with af- the past.” Lean said. “A lot of really fine young people made serious judg- fected players, officials, former and current university coaches, MacPherson said the university respects the review and dis- ment mistakes. I know they will learn from it and move on to athletic directors and sport administrators,” he said. “We are ciplinary process of the AUS – including the right to appeal. bigger and better things.” satisfied with this outcome and commend the work put in by “We will be filing an appeal in respect to Coach Peddle’s total X-Men head coach Brad Peddle was handed an additional our sport chair in a short amount of time. We have learned game suspension. The severity of the sanction fails to consider the historical context and the larger issue that ultimately trig- gered the event,” he said. “We have nothing further to add.” A. D. Morrison 625 - 2928 Rodger Cuzner, M.P. Wednesday evening, StFX faced off against Acadia in Game No. 4 Highway, Cape Breton - Canso 1 of the Subway AUS quarter-final with a 5-0 victory at the AUTO SALES Cleveland, NS Constituency Office Charles V. Keating Centre. 78 Commercial Street Tempers ignited 12 minutes into the third period when 2015 Corolla LE Loaded – 59,000km ...... $15,400 StFX’s Marcus Cuomo and Acadia’s Jack McClelland, who are Dominion, N.S. B1G 1B4 both natives of St. John’s Newfoundland, squared-up and were sent off with fighting majors. 2016 Nissan Rogue Loaded 4x4 - 85,000km ...... $17,900 Please Call For An Appointment In Game 2, StFX came up short in a 3-2 overtime loss Friday evening in Wolfville. Tel: (902) 842-9763 2010 Grand Caravan Stow and Go seats – 118,000km ...... $8,400 StFX dominated in Game 3 Sunday evening back in Antig- Fax: (902) 842-9025 onish, with Sam Studnicka scoring the game winning goal in 1-866-282-0699 TOLL FREE the 4-1 win. X-Men advance to the AUS semi-finals versus Saint 2013 Corolla Loaded – 94,000km ...... $11,700 [email protected] 160801 161426 Mary Huskies. porthawkesburyreporter.com February 20, 2019 The RepoRTeR 3 Seaweed aquaculture study gets federal funding

by Jake Boudrot Editor Bay Shellfish, as well as government and community partners, the world, there are plenty of resources in Nova Scotia and peo- [email protected] Cuzner was encouraged by the commitment to work together. ple are looking for good quality products. “Targeted investments, key investments in innovation, in Bond Jonas, with Premium Seafoods, said she is “very ex- PETIT DE GRAT: A project examining the viability of es- marketing, those are essential for businesses to succeed and cited” to be part of this new opportunity and for the Isle Ma- tablishing a seaweed aquaculture industry in Cape Breton re- communities to continue to grow,” the veteran MP noted. “We dame company to continue working with the Marine Research ceived funding from the federal government last week. have to be innovative. The companies that are involved there Centre in Petit de Grat. On February 12 at Université Sainte-Anne in Petit de Grat, now, I think they’re recognizing… the huge potential in the She said with a closed shrimp plant in Arichat, Premium is Cape Breton-Canso MP Rodger Cuzner announced $248,816 in seed plant market and what’s ahead.” exploring ways to renovate the facility to now process seaweed. funding to the Aquaculture Association of Nova Scotia (AANS) Pointing to the potential in ocean plants, and the research “The fisheries in Arichat area have been declining over a through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency’s Business that’s been done, Cuzner said this is public money well spent. year or so and Premium has been reaching out trying to put Development Program. As proof, he pointed to the iodine, minerals and vitamins found feelers out for any new opportunities,” Jonas said. “Sea vege- “Whenever you can get corpo- naturally in plants like sugar kelp. A press release from ACOA tables are very new for us. We have scallops on site. We’ve been rate Canada aligned with some noted that seaweed has applications as a food, in nutraceuticals doing scallops for several years now and sea vegetables would government dollars, where and cosmetics, natural health supplements, and agricultural help us increase the bounty of Arichat harbour and employ- there’s a greater public fertilizers. ment in this area.” good, I think that’s a good “The benefits from those types of plants are seen through- The three-year project will be broken up into two branches, thing,” Cuzner told the out our economy,” Cuzner said. “Sugar kelp has a promising Dr. Tremblay noted. One will be a seaweed cultivation trial, the crowd. cultivation potential as the technology to produce seeds to other part will develop a viable commercial roadmap. Noting the presence of in- grow kelp has already been proven quite successful in other The AANS also developed a collaboration with Merinov, a dustry partners Premium regions.” group from Québec, for the seaweed cultivation trials. Merinov Seafoods, Louisbourg Sea- Over the next three years, the Aquaculture Association of has expertise in the development of seaweed aquaculture for foods and Bounty Nova Scotia (AANS) will conduct on-site trials and explore commercial purposes and will play an active role in the project. market opportunities for the products they develop. The onsite Dr. Marie Lionard, industrial researcher with Merinov, will trials for this project will take place at sites owned by Bounty be working with all partners during the research phase using Bay Shellfish, Louisbourg Seafoods/Cape Breton Bivalve Inc. the knowledge acquired from research conducted over the past and in Arichat with Premium Seafoods five years in Quebec. She said there are environmental differ- Dr. Isabelle Tremblay, research and development coordina- ences (weather, water salinity) between Nova Scotia and Que- tor with the AANS, said the project has great potential for her bec which must be taken into consideration, but using sugar group, the businesses involved and the entire aquaculture sec- kelp will help mitigate those challenges since researchers are tor. already familiar with that sea plant. “For shellfish farmers, you can start seaweed cultivation Dr. Lionard explained they will start with seeds in the wa- using the existing infrastructure on your lease, and with lit- ter in autumn and let them grow over winter, while research- tle change or little adaptation, you’re able to tap into a new ers analyze the seaweed and monitor its growth. Because of resource and… diversify your aquaculture with little invest- weather changes from year-to-year, she said it will be helpful ment,” Dr. Tremblay explained. to grow the seaweed over multiple seasons. She added they will She said seaweed is an important, emerging market around also be trying to grow other species in coming years like dulce.

photos by Jake Boudrot bond Jonas, with Premium Seafoods, she is “very excited” to be taking part in a project with so much potential for the Cape breton-Canso MP rodger Cuzner announced federal government funding for a project examining the viability of a industry, the company and the community. seaweed aquaculture industry in Cape breton.

Local residents asked to share opinions on energy crop farming

by Grant McDaniel The Reporter eral and as a form renewable energy), current and past uses of too much on the specific processes.” [email protected] land, and the agricultural potential for energy crop farming Some of the infrastructure needed to take advantage of en- in the area. ergy crops is already used in the province. Wood pellet stoves, HALIFAX: Have an opinion on the potential for energy crop Interviews might also touch on renewable energy, climate traditional fireplaces or wood stoves, and thermal generators farming and renewable energy generation in Cape Breton and change, wood fuel, and Nova Scotia forests. all can use energy crop products. northern Nova Scotia? If the answer is yes, then Elizabeth “I’m hoping to get a sense of what the people who make a “Due to the nature of my project which focuses on social Jessome, a researcher at Dalhousie University’s School for Re- living from and care for the land every day think about the engagement, I haven’t concentrated too much on this techni- source and Environmental Studies, would like to hear it. idea of energy crops and how they may or may not fit into the cal aspect,” Jessome said. “What I can say is that agricultur- Jessome is leading a social engagement project on the local social and physical landscape,” she said. “I am also hop- al-based biomass isn’t currently widely used in the province, subject of climate change, and more specifically, what Nova ing to highlight concerns and interests regarding the cultiva- so the development of appropriate infrastructure would nec- Scotians can do to limit climate change in terms of energy tion of energy crops and using agricultural crops to generate essarily have to accompany any future energy schemes which generation. energy.” involve energy crops.” Her specific interest relates to farming energy crops, like As Jessome only recently started promoting the project, She said the motivation for this research is that Nova Sco- willow or perennial grasses. These crops could provide fuel she isn’t yet in a position to say much about how the inter- tians will need many different options to increase renewable for home heating, community energy schemes, or possibly view process is going. She did confirm that media attention energy generation to address climate change. Regional energy provide biomass where fossil fuel or forest biomass is cur- has done a good job of spreading word about the project. With security is another motivating factor, as much of the prov- rently being used. that, she has scheduled some interview with locals. ince’s fuel is currently imported. “The idea that Nova Scotia may be an ideal place to grow “I know there is a lot of valuable insight out there,” she said. “Also inspiring this research are Nova Scotia’s forests,” dedicated crops to produce energy emerged in relation to the “I won’t comment on responses at this point, you’ll have to she said. “Forests in the province have many varied demands abundance of farmland we have in the province, much of stay tuned for project results when interviews are complete.” placed on them. Growing dedicated energy crops on marginal which is fallow and/or not ideal to grow food,” she told The She noted energy crops can produce energy in many ways. soils may reduce some pressure on forests.” Reporter late last week. 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by Drake Lowthers The Reporter sidiaries nationwide. [email protected] With the extraordinary amount of sup- port from local residents in the town and ANTIGONISH: The chocolate company county of Antigonish and the belief from founded by the Hadhad family, who were many people across the country, the Had- fighting for their survival just a few years had family is building on their Canadian ago in Syria, has announced they will hire experience and believe it’s now their time 50 refugees and provide mentorship and to give back. guidance to 10 Canadian refugee startups “We really know what it means to come by 2022. to a new country wanting to start a new Tareq Hadhad, the eldest son and CEO business – but there are always some chal- of the family business Peace by Chocolate, lenges at the beginning. It’s never easy to said it’s his family’s focus to give back turn your idea into reality,” Hadhad said. to newcomers, because they know first- “We want to make it as easy as possible for hand the struggles of immigrating to a their businesses to get going. People con- new country and starting a business from nect to stories, so when refugees hear that scratch. as a family we came here three years ago, “Peace by Chocolate is a result of people and started a national business, they will with passions coming together to advo- get inspired before they learn anything.” cate for such an open cause like building Learning from Hadhad, someone who peace,” he said on February 15. “Since has experienced similar situations to the coming to Canada our family has been re- refugees that he’ll be mentoring and will ally excited about the growth in our com- make it easier to relate to, will provide we- pany and [the] opportunity to expand our binars with first-hand advice about busi- team with a focus of hiring 50 refugees by ness development and guidance on oper- 2022. This country has given us so much, ating in rural areas. now it’s our turn to give back and pay it In addition, he also plans to help four forward.” refugee businesses access new markets After arriving in Antigonish a mere through the company’s distribution and three-years ago, the Hadhad family retailing networks. Since the company’s wanted to bring chocolate - the product inception in 2016, Hadhad has continously of happiness - to the people of their new pledged the goal of hiring refugees. home and restore their Damascus choc- Hadhad made the announcement Feb- olate business which was started in 1986 ruary 7 during a speech at the Canadian and was completely destroyed by bomb- Business Summit in Toronto organized by ings in late 2012, during fallout of the Syr- Tent Partnership for Refugees, an organi- ian Civil War. zation that encourages hiring refugees. Since then the family has gone from For the most part, the anticipated 50 ref- Contributed photo making 200 pieces of chocolate each week ugees Peace by Chocolate wishes to employ Tareq Hadhad, CeO of antigonish-based Peace by Chocolate, announced they plan on hiring in their kitchen and selling it at the Antig- by 2022 will not be located in their Antigo- 50 refugees, providing mentorship and guidiance to 10 Canadian refugee startups, and onish Farmer’s Market, to selling boxes of nish facility, but rather through branches will help four refugee businesses access new markets through the company’s distribution and chocolate out of a community-built shed of the company elsewhere. retailing networks by 2022, during the Canadian business Summit in Toronto organized by outside their home, to then opening their “We’re in the process of planning on Tent Partnership for Refugees on February 7. very own chocolate factory in Antigonish, opening other facilities across Canada and finally, distributing products with hopefully soon by next year and the year in Canada.” he said. “The community sup- strong relationships with our community Canada’s second largest food retailer, after. I believe Peace by Chocolate is on its ported up and helped us to feel like we be- and we want to support other refugees Sobeys, through its storefronts and sub- way to become a major chocolate company long, and like any other business we keep like our community supported us.”

Chemical testing for well water now available across Nova Scotia

by Drake Lowthers The Reporter ity to process water samples for the whole a release. “It’s impossible to tell whether conducted at laboratories in local hospi- [email protected] province. As a result, most Nova Scotians well water is safe to drink by looking at tals. Chemical testing will be sent to the outside of Halifax had limited access to it, smelling it or tasting it. It has to be laboratory at the QEII Health Sciences HALIFAX: Residents on well water can testing, or didn’t test their drinking water tested.” Centre in Halifax. now bring water samples to Nova Scotia at all. Randy Veinotte, one of the project’s Nova Scotia Environment recommends Health Authority (NSHA) locations for “We’re pleased to be able to offer im- leads, told The Reporter on February 14 that Nova Scotians on well water have it chemical and bacterial testing, thanks to proved access to this important service,” their old equipment would break down tested for bacteria every six months, and an investment in new equipment. pathology and laboratory medicine se- quite a bit, which meant it would affect every two years for chemical parameters. Previous equipment lacked the capac- nior director Shauna Thompson said in turnaround times, but it also meant some- Rachel Boomer, a spokeswomen with times they would have to refer testing out the environment department, advised to somewhere else. that in Guysborough County arsenic, ura- “Of course financially, it cost us more nium, fluoride, and manganese are often to get it tested somewhere else than we found, while in Antigonish, Inverness, could do internally,” he said. “So there and Richmond counties manganese - with was no way we could open it up to the vol- some potential for arsenic and uranium - ume that we’d be getting from the prov- are present. ince, until we actually got a new piece of To ensure the sustainability of equipment.” high-quality water testing services, pric- Veinotte noted that once the NSHA ing was recently reviewed to determine formed, they found capital funds to actu- standardized, provincial prices. These ally purchase a new piece of equipment prices had not been reviewed previously which has enabled them to offer this cam- and it was necessary to adjust pricing for paign to everyone across the province. bacterial testing. The $200,000 Inductively Coupled Plasma “From what we’ve heard from people’s Mass Spectrometer (ICPMS) is used for experience was it was quite expensive, testing and identifying the chemistry the private companies have a certain min- compounds of the water. imum fee, no matter what you got tested, With the efficiencies of the new equip- and that’s what we didn’t want to do,” Vei- ment, the laboratory is able to test a larger notte said about people’s previous options number of samples, which allows NSHA on water testing. “That was the most im- to offer this service to all Nova Scotians. portant thing for us, whether you’re in Previously, residents outside of Halifax Cape Breton, Spring Hill, or Yarmouth, only had the bacteria testing available to you’re part of the Nova Scotia Health Au- them, now they will have the ability to get thority – everybody should be paying the chemical and bacteria testing completed same price.” at the same time. He said the campaign is all about giving “That’s always been an issue we’d hear residents ease of access to carry out these from people was ease of access, in order testing as they want every person in the to get that testing done,” he said. “That’s province to have equal opportunities to what this campaign is all about. First of access bacteria and chemical testing. all, it’s about education, on when they “It’s one of the things we take for should be testing and how often, but it’s granted, we go over to the tap, turn the also giving them the availability to be water on and assume that it’s going to 162906 able to pick up a bottle to drop it off, in an be fine,” Veinotte said. “If you’ve never area that’s relatively close to their home tested it you don’t know; it’s an important community.” part of our health so it is something peo- Bacterial testing will continue to be ple should be doing.” porthawkesburyreporter.com February 20, 2019 The RepoRTeR 5

Nissan dealership coming to Antigonish in new business development park East Gate Ridge

by Drake Lowthers The Reporter lots. [email protected] One of the advantages to the property is its elevation allowing for maximum visibil- ANTIGONISH: Century Nissan is coming ity. to Antigonish. “We felt that there are few locations like The car dealership will be located in the this in Antigonish,” he said. “With the new area of Beech Hill Road and was announced highway being constructed a few years ago, as the first tenant in a new business develop- a lot of these towns need property out close ment park. to the highway like fast food and service sta- East Gate Ridge, the 25-acre business park tions. The road itself, being moved to where located on the stretch of land between the it is now is another reason why we felt the old and new Highway 104 at Exit 33, has the town needed a development like this.” potential to accommodate nine tenants and East Gate Ridge will be constructed sim- is being developed by local businessman Ron ilar to Dartmouth Crossing; each lot will be MacGillivray. sitting on its own pad, stacking up the hill. “How it came about is Ron was looking for “The municipality has been very keen on a piece of land to build the Nissan dealership something like this; this is needed, because on and this piece of land became available,” our downtown can’t really be expanded in John MacRae, the general manager of the any way, what’s there is there,” MacRae said. new dealership told The Reporter on Febru- “Most of the population that considers An- ary 14. “All that’s needed for the dealership is tigonish as a service centre are from east of three-acres. We needed a place to put the Nis- Antigonish. This is the first exit going into Contributed photo san dealership first and then we decided to Antigonish from the east and it will take into The Department of Fisheries and Oceans is warning the public to keep away from grey develop the complete piece of land and make account people from Guysborough, Havre seals at this time of year. The DFO says the seals can act aggressively and cause injuries it available for other businesses.” Boucher, Pomquet, St. Andrew’s, Tracadie, when approached. Construction on the dealership is sched- and all those areas.” uled to begin after the winter, with a view to Antigonish is halfway between Sydney open in the fall. and Halifax, has 11,000 cars passing by daily Until the dealership opens, MacRae said and Exit 33 has become one of the busiest ex- he’ll be dealing with other clients to see how its on Highway 104, all factors that play into much interest there is to fill the other eight and benefit the location for East Gate Ridge. CONQUER WINTER.

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OPINION With Reeves Street project greenlit now is the time for a by-pass The controversy surrounding the lane confi guration for will be more diffi cult for Reeves Street to handle this amount Before that happens, the town needs to sit down with pro- the Destination Reeves Street project underscores the need of traffi c, the town needs to start lobbying the province for a vincial offi cials to determine how the by-pass can be accom- for a by-pass around the town. by-pass around the town. plished. During the regular monthly meeting on February 5, town In February, 2017 the DTIR hosted public consultations ask- At less than seven kilometres and a modest price tag, this councillors in Port Hawkesbury unanimously defeated a mo- ing if the public supports using tolls to accelerate the time- can be accomplished without the use of tolls, although its tion to remove the road re-design component of the project, line for highway twinning. construction might require the use of Public-Private Partner- then unanimously passed a motion with some eleventh-hour The consultations come after the department released a ships - like that taking place over the twinning of Highway changes, including the removal of the bike lane component twinning feasibility study which included looking at a 6.75 104 – so it can be done in a timely manner. of the pilot, improvements to the MacSween intersection and kilometre section of road between Port Hastings and Port Since it will take many years before this will even be ap- new crosswalk infrastructure at MacSween Street and Old Hawkesbury, which would branch-off Trans-Canada High- proved, now is the time to start the work to make it a reality. Sydney Road. way 105 after the Port Hastings Rotary, follow the power lines Dwayne Cross, a senior engineer with the Department of and come out on the other side of the town, where motorists Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal (DTIR), advised would then turn onto Highway 104 past the highway garage. that the on-road bike lanes were taken out of the new design, The total cost is pegged at around $87 million. opting to go with a paved shoulder, but he noted they could A decade ago, the town was pushing for the by-pass as a way potentially be installed in the future. to reduce traffi c - particularly large vehicles, commercial and EDITOR Jake Boudrot Councillor Blaine MacQuarrie, who introduced the orig- industrial traffi c, and those driving between other parts of [email protected] inal motion to remove the road re-design during January’s Cape Breton and the mainland. council meeting, said safety was his main priority, particu- The town council and mayor of the day fully supported this SPORTS REPORTER Grant McDaniel larly mixing heavy industrial traffi c with regular and com- idea, with the intent that it would allow for better traffi c fl ow mercial traffi c. within Port Hawkesbury, provide better access to businesses [email protected] The most signifi cant change in the new design, he said, and services, and make streets safer for drivers and pedestri- was the removal of the bicycle lanes on both sides of Reeves ans. REPORTER Drake Lowthers Street, creating an additional two meters of extra space on But on February 22, 2017, the town issued a press release [email protected] either side of the road. stating it opposed the proposed project by-passing Port To address the congestion issue, DTIR has committed to Hawkesbury, noting that it was lobbying for the Destination install new traffi c lights at the Pitt and Reynolds intersec- Reeves Street project instead. ADVERTISING Nicole Fawcett tions, as well as dedicated left-turn lanes, and will introduce Now that the Reeve Street project has been formally ap- [email protected] right-turn lanes, from Pitt Street to Reeves Street at the Port proved, now that money has been committed and with work Hawkesbury Civic Centre, and from Reeves Street to Pitt scheduled to start, it’s time for the by-pass push to be reig- ADVERTISING Melinda Grant Street, at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church. nited. [email protected] Port Hawkesbury Mayor Brenda Chisholm-Beaton said The by-pass will address future safety concerns regarding there will be a three-month adjustment period, followed by a Reeves Street, as well as other main streets in the town. It will 12-month monitoring period to cycle through the four seasons force traffi c just passing through the town to use the by-pass, to understand how the road will work. and it will allow those who want to visit the town to do so The mayor said the construction of the active transpor- much easier. tation lane is scheduled to start this spring, the changes to As it stands, Reeves Street can handle the volume of traf- Letters to the Editor Reeves Street could start as early as August, with the façade fi c it currently experiences, but any increase to that would It is the policy of The Reporter that letters to the editor should be upgrades being carried out over the next two years. create problems. If there is any growth in the economy; if kept brief and in good taste. Letters must be signed and include the Given that the opposition to the project was primarily based another large scale employer opens, if a large scale project writer’s phone number and address. The Editor reserves the right on safety concerns as a result of the reduced number of lanes begins, or if there is more activity than there is currently, the to edit letters where necessary. Management retains the right to and current volumes and varieties of traffi c, and over time, it street could be inundated. refuse publication of any letter not deemed appropriate to our general readership. Advertising Policy LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Deadline for Classifi eds and Display Advertising is Friday at 12 noon for the following week. Deadlines are subject to change to refl ect holidays. Classifi eds MUST be paid in advance by cash/ Still going after 31 years cheque/VISA/MC/Interac. 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per-crust Victorian families and was regularly year’s red velvet cake wasn’t quite up to this Strait up served in Eaton’s department stores here in standard, but it was still a good one and I’ll Canada during the ‘40s and ‘50s. (I now know happily keep trying to perfect my efforts. this because, believe it or not, red velvet cake I’ll keep seeking out red velvet cake in The red velvet has its own Wikipedia page. As it should.) its various forms, as well. I still recall my But as Cathy and I began to watch TV’s sud- amazement when Cathy and I headed to the denly-burgeoning selection of cooking and Skipping Stone Café and Store in Guysbor- revolution baking competition shows, we noticed this ough two summers ago and found red velvet brightly-coloured dessert gaining renewed among the flavoured syrups available for the by Adam Cooke prominence. It’s not an accident that two ma- establishment’s coffee. I hadn’t been so happy jor fast-food chains unveiled a whack of red with a coffee on a hot summer day since I had I have turned down a lot of chocolate over welcoming, familiar names – Aero, Snickers, velvet delicacies earlier this month, just in a pumpkin latte at our favourite Sydney cof- the past 25 years. Caramilk, Malted Milk, Coffee Crisp – that time for Valentine’s Day. fee shop two years earlier. (Yes, I’m “that guy” You see, it was a quarter-century ago that I would never purchase again, I knew I had To me, red velvet cake seemed to defy logic who loves flavoured coffee on a hot summer my family doctor and I jointly figured out that to reposition myself or I was going to break because I could eat it without my face breaking day. I’m also “that guy” who will down an iced my skin couldn’t handle even trace amounts down into a sobbing mess. out even though, for all intents and purposes, coffee drink when it’s minus-10 on a January of the key ingredient in chocolate, cocoa. It It took awhile, but I finally did break my it’s a chocolate cake. It’s made with cocoa and afternoon. The less you think about this, the wasn’t a deathly allergy, but if I had myself a chocoholic status and was rewarded for years all the other rich ingredients you’d expect to better our respective days will probably be.) Mars Bar or a chocolate chip cookie, the acne of discipline and patience when cocoa’s find in a basic chocolate pastry. It even has a I doubt we’ll see red velvet baked goods or that had plagued me since my early teenage less-threatening cousin, white chocolate, lingering chocolate taste to it, which belies its flavoured beverages at our favourite quick- years would go into overdrive. started to make itself more readily available crimson colour. And yet it has never resulted stops beyond February – after all, with St. It wasn’t easy to give up. I still remember to the average consumer. Suddenly, I was find- in so much as one ill-timed and poorly-placed Patrick’s Day coming up, we must make way visiting a friend of mine from Frankville as ing this creamy substitute nearly everywhere pimple anywhere on my face. for the avalanche of mint coffees and Sham- she finished up her shift at the convenience – basic candy bars, baked goods, coffee and tea Not only can I eat red velvet cake, I can even rock Shakes. But I hope this little miracle will store located in the Port Hawkesbury Shop- flavourings, actual baking supplies – and my bake it. With Cathy’s encouragement, I’ve find its way back onto our menus and take ping Centre during the mid-‘90s. I tried talking sweet tooth rejoiced. taken a crack at baking numerous times dur- its rightful place alongside pumpkin, pep- to her from the other side of the main counter, And then, a couple of years after this wave ing our marriage, and on alternate birthdays, I permint, cinnamon and other seasonal tastes but that put me in front of several shelves’ of white chocolate, along came the red velvet bake my own cake. For two of these occasions, that find a way to tickle our taste buds all 12 worth of candy bars. revolution. the cake has been red velvet. I was shocked in months of the year, and not just for a specific As my nostrils took in the sweet scent I had Now, prior to 2010, I had no idea that red 2014 when I managed to create something so holiday. come to know and love over the previous two velvet cake or any of its various offshoots moist and delectable that it could not have pos- Next week: “How Caramel Macchiato decades of my life and my eyes beheld so many even existed. But it was a delicacy among up- sibly been the result of my handiwork. Last Changed My Life.” Repeating history Arichat marriage records 1906-1910 Rançon and Sabine Martel by Don Boudrot October 29, 1906: Alphonse Theriault, son of Laurent Theriault and Marguerite Marchand, February 5, 1906: Joseph Louis Mury, son of married Mathilda Lavache, daughter of Guil- Remi Mury and Géneviève Mirande, married laume Lavache and Elizabeth Thomas, wit- Marie Goyèche, daughter of Eusèbe Goyèche nesses: Léon Richard and Évangeline Thériault and Louise Boucher, witnesses: Willie Cordeau January 14 1907: Hilaire Boudrot, son of and Évangeline Goyètche Dosithée Boudrot and Lucie Jeoffroi, married June 27, 1906: Alexandre W. Chisholm, son of Martha Bois, daughter of Hilaire Bois and Lou- John W. Chisholm and Mary Chisholm, married ise Martel, witnesses: Jean Boudrot and Delvina Clara LeBrun, daughter of Jean LeBrun and Bois Anne Hearn, witnesses: William Carroll and January 22, 1907: Fred Marchand, son of Elizabeth Jameson Benjamin Marchand and Marguerite Landry, Contributed photo July 16, 1906: Willie Samson, widower of Ma- married Louise McPherson, daughter of James Pictured is a postcard image of Notre Dame de l’assomption Church in arichat. rie Martel, married Elise Samson, widow of McPherson and Mary Hart, witnesses: Edouard Willie Martel, witnesses: Willie Samson and Landry and Marie Marchand February 17, 1907: Otto Mathias Snook, wid- rine Boudrot, witnesses: Daniel Boudrot and Alexina Bois February 4, 1907: Alfred Coste, son of Jef- ower of Alice Edmonds, married May Samson, Philomène Allain July 23, 1906: Walter Petitpas, son of Joseph frey Coste and Louise Boudrot, married Sophie daughter of Magloire Samson and Marguerite October 15, 1907: Willie Martel, son of Ed- Petitpas and Caroline Forêt, married Marie Murie, daughter of Laurent Murie and Ma- McPharlane, witnesses: Pierre Fougère and Si- ouard Martel and Marcelline Samson, married Emma Lavache, daughter of William Lavache rie Ann Boudrot, witnesses: Albert Wolfe and mon Boudrot Abrina Samson, daughter of Joseph Samson and Elizabeth Thomas, witnesses: Simon Maude Murie April 23, 1907: Thomas Rançon, widower of and Elizabeth Samson, witnesses: Fred Samson Boucher and Mathilda Lavache February 4, 1907: Joseph Forgeron, son of Philomène Luce, married Sabine Ann Boudrot, and Minnie Samson August 21, 1906: Francis Ryan, son of Dan- Félix Forgeron and Virginie Lejeune, married daughter of Jean Boudrot and Anne Martel, wit- November 5, 1907: Honoré Boudrot, son of iel Ryan and Theresa McNeil, married Angèle Marie Fougère, daughter of Laurent Fougère nesses: Robert Sutherland and Marie Petitpas William Boudrot and Delina Samson, married Coste, daughter of François Coste and Margue- and Catherine Robinson, witnesses: Willie Rob- June 3, 1907: Simon Richard, widower of Elise Sara J. Boudrot, daughter of Daniel Isaï Boud- rite Bouche, witnesses: Walter Coste and Min- inson and Marguerite Fougère Fougère, married Marguerite Allain, widow of rot and Marie Boudrot, witnesses: Fred Boudrot nie Coste February 4, 1907: Albert Boudrot, son of Sil- Charles LeBlanc, witnesses: Charles Marchand and Marguerite David October 15, 1906: Étienne Samson, son of Jo- vère Boudrot and Judith Babineau, married and Charles Bégin November 20, 1907: Arthur Poirier, widower, seph Samson and Elizabeth Rançon, married Marthe Boudrot, daughter of Daniel Boudrot September 2, 1907: Calixte Boucher, widower married Sarah Jeanne Goyetche, daughter of Josephine Martel, daughter of Edouard Martel and Marie Ann Martel, witnesses: Jacques of Virginie Martel, married Marie Jeanne Jean Goyetche and Angélique Bourque, wit- and Marcelline Samson, witnesses: Guillaume Marchand and Alvina Bois Boudrot, daughter of Isidore Boudrot and Ma- nesses: Jacques Goyetche and Emilie Goyetche

the foods you love.” That’s certainly what it potatoes and can be processed in a way Is it just me? seems like, if the Internet is any indication. that makes it look like a scoop of mashed This year, the category is booming. potatoes, does not a scoop of mashed pota- Searches for cauliflower rice recipes on Pin- toes make, as they say. If I gave you a plate The cauliflower lies terest more than double year over year, and of bleached sawdust with butter and sour searches for spiralizer recipes are up 300 cream in it, or if I covered a plate of long, per cent, according to the New York Times. blonde hair in marinara sauce, those plates we tell ourselves Google search interest in cauliflower rice would just look like their starchy inspira- way of eating, is regarded as “healthy.” increases each year, except for the period tions, and that’s about the extent of it. by Gina MacDonald (There’s a phrase I never thought would be from Christmas to New Year’s (immediately We’re less inclined to eat vegetables for associated with me, “healthy eater.” Funny.) after it spikes again once people start their vegetables’ sake, no matter how prettily In the realm of the world’s biggest lies, So, because of the lengths to which I have New Year’s resolutions). Cookbook authors we whittle them down, it would seem. The somewhere in the vicinity of “My diet gone to eat better, to cook better, to find al- are hopping on the bandwagon, with books war against carbohydrates is a tough one, starts Monday” and “I’m never drinking ternatives to what I was eating before, I feel such as “Spiralize This!” and “Spiralize and for some dieters it cannot be won with- again,” ranks this whopper: “Mashed cauli- I’m qualified to make this claim. “Cauli- Now!” because I guess if anything’s worthy out replacing our favourite foods and con- flower tastes exactly like mashed potatoes.” flower tastes like mashed potatoes” is a lie, of an exclamation point, it’s tubular vege- vincing ourselves we’ve found comparable This is just the first in a litany of lofty however well-intentioned. It’s something tables. stand-ins. Even though we can make vegeta- claims made by cauliflower people, as I call people tell themselves so they won’t feel Another (related) lie: “Zucchini noo- bles look like pasta or rice, that doesn’t take them, to make the rest of the world believe deprived or to make them not miss mashed dle recipes will make you forget all about away the issues of taste and texture and the that cauliflower is the answer to everything, potatoes as much. pasta.” Incorrect. This lie falls squarely in fact that they’re not pasta or rice. from dieting woes, to world peace. Low-carb eaters, dieters, bloggers, and the same category as the cauliflower lie. So yes, I am irritated when someone puts I should tell you, as a matter of context, cooks have long been replicating their Same intention, same motivation, same in- melted cheese on a plate of cauliflower and that over the past six months, I have dra- favourite starchy dishes with vegetable centive, same result. calls it nachos, and when someone hollows matically changed the way I eat, the details stand-ins, but lately it has reached epic pro- Yes, when people twirl long green strings out a cucumber, fills it with lunch meat, and of which I will write about in a future col- portions. Cauliflower is used in a million of zucchini on their forks, it will resemble calls it a low carb sandwich. I’m not a four- umn. The seismic shift in my eating habits different ways – riced, grated, fried, every- spaghetti’s shape, kind of. Yes, because of year-old someone is trying to trick into eat- has exposed me to more cauliflower people thing you can imagine. There are recipes its neutral taste it tends to take on the fla- ing my peas by hiding them in something I and cauliflower talk than I will likely ever everywhere that substitute a starch with vours its paired with, so the taste of the like. I’m a grown up. If I want to eat more endure in my lifetime. If I had to guess, I’d cauliflower. Cauliflower nachos, cauliflower zucchini itself doesn’t distract from other veggies, that’s what I’ll do. If I want to cut say some people even call me a cauliflower poutine, cauliflower pizza crust. I saw a components of the dish. That is where the out carbs, that’s what I’ll do. person, being someone who, regardless of meme on Facebook that said, “Welcome to fair comparisons end. I don’t need someone trying to fool me us- the extent to which people understand my your 30s, where cauliflower has replaced all The fact that cauliflower is off-white like ing the lies they choose to tell themselves. porthawkesburyreporter.com 8 The RepoRTeR February 20, 2019 The Local Climate What’s in a name? by Zack Metcalfe [email protected]

Your average North American can recognize 150 corpo- rate logos without effort or preparation. Our evolutionary gifts for pattern recognition, once wielded by our ancestors to understand and embrace the complexities of nature, are now being clogged by companies from which we purchase the necessities. Most of us are inca- pable of missing a Tim Horton’s on the highway, but are, by the same token, unable to name the vast majority of living things giving our world beauty and diversity. When this business of 150 logos was brought to my atten- tion at the beginning of 2018, I was horrified, recognizing this disconnect even in myself. Sure, I could spot a maple, but neither love nor money could empower me to distin- guish between a Silver, Sugar, Striped, Mountain or Mani- toba maple. In order to correct this egregious mismatch I vowed last January to personally identify 150 of the species making up Canadian ecology before 2019, hoping to replace McDonald’s, Walmart and Shell with the Ruby-Crowned kinglet, American beech and Plains bison. I can say with confidence it’s one of the best things I’ve ever done. Even I, a self-proclaimed crusader for biodiver- sity, expanded my knowledge and appreciation for nearby wilderness ten-fold. I fell short of my 150 species (I dedi- cated the year to birds in particular), reaching 143 before the snows of winter drove me indoors, but I harbour no regrets. This divide I speak of, between you and nature, has been blamed for our willingness to destroy the ecosystems we de- photo by Zack Metcalfe pend upon. Efforts to correct this problem and to make bio- Pictured is an infant roseate tern, photographed on Gull Island, off Nova Scotia’s south shore. diversity the most important word in the English language have been underway for years now, trying to educate our cit- participants over a single weekend in April. This bioblitz, as turf. Already they’ve been in contact with a suite of environ- izens and inspire sustainable change. Among these efforts it’s called, ended with national media attention and the vic- mental, conservation and research organizations across the was the creation of iNaturalist. tory of San Francisco, but when they competed again in 2017 Maritimes, hoping experts on plants, birds, insects, lichens iNaturalist is a smartphone app, but rather than bom- they were not alone. Sixteen cities participated, most on the and more will flock to the HRM for the weekend, bolstering barding you with celebrity gossip or aiding your quest for west coast, and last year 68 urban centres across the planet their numbers and their range of expertise. Anyone with a affordable sushi, this app allows you to photograph any signed up. This year there are 162 in the running, including smartphone and a pulse is encouraged to help bring a win living thing, be it your cat, your friends, or the mysterious three from Canada - Richmond, BC, Calgary, AB, and now to Halifax. tree occupying your backyard and have it identified by pro- Halifax. Ireland admits that cities farther south, with denser bio- fessional and amateur naturalists alike, attaching a species “The City Nature Challenge began as a modest attempt to diversities, have an edge over us frostbitten Canadians, par- name to each and every shot, usually within minutes. If raise awareness of iNaturalist, and it’s exploded into proba- ticularly in April when we haven’t quite thawed, so he’s been enough people agree with the identity of your species, the bly the largest coordinated bioblitz effort in the world,” said pushing for a Canadian rivalry, specifically between Halifax sighting is added to a global database of biodiversity, avail- Dave Ireland, past curator of conservation with the Toronto and Calgary which seems to be heating up. able for research as well as conservation. Yes, we’re more Zoo, managing director of natural history at the Royal On- Whether or not you can take part in this global competi- ignorant of nature than any generation before us, but we are tario Museum, and now a Nova Scotian resident, taking ac- tion to see more life, please know that one of the most im- also the best equipped to fix this problem, able to download tive part in Halifax’s enrollment in 2019’s City Nature Chal- portant moves you can make on behalf of our dwindling a free app and identify to our heart’s content. Without it, I lenge. biodiversity is to use iNaturalist, and learn the names of would never have identified my 143 birds. The Halifax competition will take place within the bor- the species we’re trying to rescue, big and small, leafy and In 2016 the cities of Los Angeles and San Francisco de- ders of the HRM, so that anyone actively using iNaturalist fleshy, strange and gorgeous. cided to take this leisurely reconnection with nature a in the area will be automatically contributing to the effort. We can’t protect what we can’t name. step further. They organized a friendly competition, seeing This year’s competition will last four days, midnight to mid- Zack Metcalfe is a freelance journalist, columnist and au- which city could use iNaturalist to bag the most overall ob- night, April 26-29, and much like a professional basketball thor active across the Maritimes. He can be reached at: zack. servations, identify the most species and encourage the most team, Ireland and his colleagues are recruiting beyond their [email protected].

Town of Antigonish creates new Department of Community Development ANTIGONISH: The Town of Antigonish has modified its council working to develop new structures to enhance ser- The director will also serve as the main point of contact internal structure by implementing a new Department of vice delivery for residents and businesses,” Mayor Laurie for Protective Services (RCMP, Regional Emergency Man- Community Development. Boucher said. “The Department of Community Develop- agement), Eastern District Planning Commission, and the The Department of Community Development strives to ment was created based on the cost savings that came from Eastern Strait Regional Enterprise Network. create a sustainable community that supports the growth the introduction of the Eastern District Planning Commis- After going through an internal competition, Steve Scan- of the town and broader community’s social, cultural, en- sion, which allowed the town to increase its capacity in a nell, former special projects coordinator, was selected as vironmental, and economic prosperity. financially responsible manner.” the successful candidate for the Director of Community “These positive changes for the town are a result of Existing departments now include recreation and spe- Development. Scannell began working for the town in Au- cial events, beautification, by-law enforcement, marketing gust, 2015 and assumed this new position on January 2. and communications, and the Antigonish Volunteer Fire “It is my hope that with the introduction of this new de- Steak Night Department. partment, the town can take a more active role in imple- Every Thursday 5-9pm menting effective strategies that will build a healthy and Reservations Recommended economically prosperous community,” said Scannell. “We Peter MacInnis 6-8pm ~ no cover will be looking for new opportunities to build networks within the community in order to gain insight on how to FRIDAY ~ WINGS AND PUB DETERMINE plan effectively for the future.” AARON MACDONALD Projects facilitated by the Department of Community 9PM-12AM $8 WINGS SERVED TIL 10PM Development will focus on enhancing the overall quality YOUR FUTURE. of life for residents in Antigonish and surrounding com- munities by creating an environment that encourages new SUNDAY MARCH 3RD 7PM Make your mark in the world with programs development and fosters our cultural well-being, as well as YOGA, SIPPING AND WOMEN’S HEALTH hardwired to industry. Seats still available in: community pride. Currently, the projects included in the TICKET EVENT ~ SEE FB & INSTAGRAM department’s new mandate are focused on developing new KITCHEN WILL CLOSE AT 6:30PM MARCH 3RD facilities and hosting events such as the Challenger Base-  Behavioural Interventions ball Field, the Antigonish All Wheels Skatepark, and the  Bridge Watch Rating Nova Scotia 55+ Games, as well as capital planning projects for recreation, the town hall, and the fire department.  Electrical Construction & Industrial Additional projects include the update of the municipal  Marine Mechanical Technician planning strategy, development of a communications strat- egy and investing in tourism marketing initiatives.  Marine Navigation Technology “Including community development in the town’s orga- nizational structure will help us build Antigonish up to For more information call 902-625-2380. its fullest potential as a vibrant and evolving community. WEEKLY KITCHEN HOURS The changes at town hall will have a positive impact on the town’s relationship with residents and give everyone an op- Sunday-Wednesday 11:30am-8pm portunity to take part in projects, programs or issues that Thursday-Saturday 11:30am-9pm affect their lives or their business,” said Jeff Lawrence, APPLY TODAY AT NSCC.CA Chief Administrative Officer of the Town of Antigonish. 8790 Highway #19 Port Hood For more information about the Department of Commu-

162907 902-787-3035 164068 nity Development, visit the Town of Antigonish Web site. porthawkesburyreporter.com February 20, 2019 The RepoRTeR 9 Do not approach seals along the shore

HALIFAX: While seals may look cute, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) says they are wild animals and should be left alone. According to the DFO, seals may react aggressively if they are cornered or believe they are being threatened. “They can cause serious injuries requiring medical at- tention,” a DFO press release notes. “If you encounter a seal, do not approach it and keep children and pets away.” If the seal is a risk to public safety by being near a house, school, business or the road, the public is asked to contact the department’s nearest conservation and protection of- fice. For after hours and on weekends, call 1-800-565-1633. The DFO added that it is illegal to disturb seals under marine mammal regulations and also illegal to harvest seals without a licence.

Contributed photo The public is asked to keep its distance from grey seals.

BMO Financial Group donates $125,000 for struggling students at NSCC

DARTMOUTH: A donation of $125,000 from BMO Fi- will help NSCC students continue on their path to re- nancial Group to Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) warding careers and empower them to become commu- will help students who need extra support to overcome nity contributors.” financial hurdles. Make Way is NSCC’s most ambitious campaign to date, Details of the new BMO Change Maker Bursary pro- opening doors to education by raising $25 million to help gram were revealed last week at the Akerley Campus in students succeed. Through the generosity of donors, Dartmouth. The donation is part of “Make Way – The partners and sponsors, the NSCC is supporting students Campaign for NSCC,” a major fundraising initiative with scholarships, bursaries and urgent aid, as well as in- aimed at supporting students on their NSCC journey. novative learning, leading-edge instructional equipment “Thanks to the Make Way Campaign, we have many and centres of expertise. Make Way is helping secure a bursaries based on financial need available to students. strong future by investing in those who will propel Nova Contributed photo In fact, most awards at NSCC are focused on providing ac- Scotia forward. The Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home hosted its annual Val- cess to opportunity,” says Don Bureaux, NSCC President. NSCC is committed to building Nova Scotia’s economy entine’s Day party on February 14 and the staff nominated “But for some students that initial boost isn’t enough. and quality of life through education and innovation, Cornelius and Jacqueline Marchand to be King and Queen. They are grateful, but still struggling financially to stay transforming Nova Scotia one learner at a time. Serving Originally from Louisdale, the Marchands will be married 65 in their programs and make ends meet. I’m delighted for the province through a network of 13 campuses, the col- years this year. those students that BMO Financial Group is making a lege offers 130 plus programs in five academic schools gift aimed at helping them past those obstacles.” — Access, Business, IT and Creative Industries, Health The BMO Change Maker Bursary will help 12 students and Human Services, and Trades and Technology — re- annually, over five years, at NSCC campuses across Nova flecting labour market needs and opportunities in Nova Scotia. Beginning this spring, the fund will provide $2,000 Scotia. NSCC’s primary goal: student success. In an an- bursaries to assist students who have already received nual survey of its graduates, the college has found 87 per some financial aid but need additional help to continue cent are employed, most in their field of choice, with 93 their NSCC journey. It will allow the most financially per cent of those employed living and working in Nova RCMP charge three challenged students to offset the majority of their tuition Scotia. expenses. “At BMO Financial Group, we have a proud 200-year Add a men for theft legacy of making tomorrow better. And we know one Sundae direct route to a better tomorrow is keeping students in PORT HAWKESBURY: On February 6, the RCMP’s In- school,” says Lynda Taylor, regional president, Atlantic, for only verness/Richmond Street Crime Enforcement Unit and personal and business banking. 99¢ members of Port Hawkesbury RCMP searched a home and “We’re excited that The BMO Change Maker Bursary arrested three men for theft offences. The search and arrests were in relation to a report of a 163807 theft at a convenience store in Port Hawkesbury on Febru- ary 4. A man was observed on surveillance footage, taking approximately $140 worth of grocery items from the store. Through their investigation, police obtained a warrant to search a home in West Bay Road. When police entered the home, several of the stolen items were found. Three men believed to be involved with the theft were arrested on February 5 in Port Hawkesbury. A vehicle was also seized by the RCMP due to its involvement with the Sunday, February 24th incident. All three men were held in custody overnight at the Auld’s Cove Fire Hall and appeared in Port Hawkesbury Provincial Court on February 6. Those charged include Douglas Michael Gale, 48, of Sugar Camp, who is facing charges of breach of probation 2 CAN and theft under $5,000. He was released on conditions and $7.00 Adults / Children $4.00 DINE is scheduled to return to court on March 25. Trevor Cecil Landry, 42, of Port Hawkesbury, is charged with theft under $5,000. He was released on conditions and $ 99 is scheduled to return to court on February 25. FOR10 Travis Austin Timmons, 28, of River Bourgeois, has been charged with theft under $5,000. He was released on Support Your Local Reeves Street Port Hawkesbury conditions and is scheduled to return to court on February Phone 902.625.1700 dq.ca 162908 12. Volunteer Fire Fighters All trademarks owned or licensed by AM. D.Q. Corp. ©2017. porthawkesburyreporter.com 10 The RepoRTeR February 20, 2019 entertainment ‘Music of the Night’ presents Hairspray from Baltimore in 1962, dreams of becoming a featured by Drake Lowthers The Reporter dancer on “The Corny Collins Show,” but her size is a [email protected] problem. With her nerdy best friend, Penny Pingleton (Robyn Gale), Tracy goes to auditions but is cut down by ANTIGONISH: Music of the Night took Antigonish nasty and conniving producer Velma von Tussle (Jenn back to the 1960s with the production of the eccentric Priddle) and her daughter Amber (Julia Shields). musical Hairspray. Then, serving a detention at high school, Tracy learns This was Antigonish Community Theatre’s (ACT) 17th some new dance moves from fellow detainee Seaweed production in the past 21 years. Hairspray tells a story (Mel Agravante), an African-American schoolmate. about racial inequality, body image and entitlement Her dreams come true and she gets a spot on the show, through the use of 1960s dance music - from ballads, to becomes a local sensation overnight and captures the doo-op, to blues, to folk and to rock n’ roll. attention of teen heartthrob and classmate Link Larkin The production featured 10 performances; eight at Im- (Joel MacNeil). She uses her influence to fight for social photos by Drake Lowthers maculata Hall in Antigonish, and what sets this apart change within the TV network and dethrone the reigning Luke Kell was an animated Corny Collins, the host of “the from the many other shows ACT has staged, it featured Teen Queen. Corny Collins Show” and his politically progressive attitudes two on the road shows, one at SAREC in Port Hawkes- “The Corny Collins Show” features a monthly “Negro lead him to fight his show’s imposed segregation during An- bury and the other at the Chedabucto Place in Guysbor- Day” instead of full integration. That offends Tracy’s tigonish Community Theatre’s production of Hairspray. ough. pure heart and sense of justice, so she launches a diver- “Brent thought it would be a great idea to the show to sity campaign that soon includes her parents, goofy dad ton; Priddle and Shields as the narcissistic, bullying and two nearby theatres, and that risk really worked out for Wilbur (Adam Cooke) and semi-agoraphobic mom Edna racist mother-daughter duo, and Kelsey Jones, who plays us,” producer and stage manager Helen Bannerman said. (Danielle Richard). “Negro Day” host and record store owner Motormouth “We were incredibly humbled and delighted that both This show features lots of terrific performances: Cooke Mabel, who sang a gospel-tinged song, “I Know Where SAREC and Chedabucto Place were completely sold out, as the supportive jokester who owns the Har-De-Har Hut; I’ve Been,” at the show’s climax. and we were close to 100 per cent capacity on the others.” Luke Kell as an animated Corny Collins; Agravante and With a full cast of 85 – 28 were children, 23 were junior Tracy Turnblad (Emma Forgeron), a quirky teenager Gale, both voice majors at StFX, as Seaweed and Pingle- and high school students, there were four Strait regional centre for education teachers in the cast and two in the pit band, 21 StFX students and nine adult community members, with ages ranging from six to 65. From Forgeron’s first moment on stage in the opening number “Good Morning Baltimore” to the energy-filled finale“ You Can’t Stop the Beat,” she owned the stage and the audience love her. “Every person whoever wants to do musical theatre has their dream role in mind and she told us that Tracey was hers and she got it,” Helen said about Forgeron. “When we auditioned her, she was in the second round of auditions, and it was very clear that she was the perfect person for this role.” The second audition was in Guysborough and since Forgeron couldn’t make the two auditions in Antigonish, she got her university friend to drive her to Guysbor- ough, which Bannerman said speaks to her commitment and her fortitude to get something done. Music of the Night’s production of Hairspray was di- rected by Jenn Priddle, produced by Helen Bannerman, the music was directed by Brent Bannerman, and it was choreographed by Liliona Quarmyne. Brent started Music of the Night in 1997 as a fundraiser for the high school band program he was teaching, to pro- vide a theatre experience for youth and adults. This year’s Music of the Night production was ded- icated to Lionel “Buddy” Doucette and Jack and Judy O’Donnell, who were all connected with the arts in An- the nasty and conniving manager of station WyZt and producer of “the Corny Collins Show” Velma von tussle was played tigonish and terribly missed; with opening night falling by Jenn Priddle, who also acted as the performance’s producer. on the one-year anniversary of Doucette’s passing.

‘LIVE!@theChannel’ welcomes Keith Mullins this Saturday

by Drake Lowthers The Reporter singer/songwriters. [email protected] “The point of this evening is to introduce songwriters to an audience that are interested in original music, it’s DUNDEE: Keith Mullins will perform at St. George’s a chance for the songwriters to put a little context behind Channel Hall in Dundee on February 23. their songs,” Woodley noted. Born and raised in Cape Breton, Mullins, for a quarter- Woodley said he was a little worried when he started the century has been synonymous with the east coast music series as people in Cape Breton know what they like and scene. His professional career, beginning at the ripe age of have plenty of local musicians whot provide that. He was 15, has taken him around the world and onto many stages also a little worried how well the idea of introducing unfa- sharing the spotlight with some genuine musical greats miliar musicians would go. such as Matt Anderson, Jimmy Rankin, Natalie MacMas- “There’s always a risk in bringing people onto the island ter, and many, many more. that normally, wouldn’t come here,” he said. “What this In spite of being a largely undiscovered gem, Mullins series has proved to me is there is an appetite for this curi- has garnered several industry awards including two EC- osity and we’re developing a fairly regular audience.” MAs and six Music Nova Scotia awards, two of which Mullins will be one of the guest musicians during the MONDAY, APRIL 8 | 7:00pm being musician of the year. Mullins plays over 250 shows upcoming Road to Stanfest Songwriters’ Music Camp tak- Strathspey Performing Arts Centre, Mabou a year and just finished a European Tour to promote his ing place in July. latest album Onward and Upward. Usually, Woodley would be the opening act for the eve- Mullins plays guitar, harmonica, sits on top of a kick ning but doesn’t want to this time as he’d rather Mullins box drum with a tambourine on one foot and a drum pedal maximizes his time there. on the other. “The whole point of the LIVE!@theChannel events are “I think Keith is a real asset to the musical scene in to get people listening to the music, it’s not passive con- Cape Breton, so I wanted to give the people a chance to see sumption, its active listening,” he said. “It is always a him,” Robert Woodley, music director and organizer at St. keenly-anticipated event for those that like the chance to George’s Channel Hall said. “Keith is a true one-man-band hear new and exciting music.” RESERVE YOUR SEAT NOW! and is a total original.” The event begins at 7 p.m. at the St. George’s Channel BUY TICKETS: STRATHSPEYPLACE.COM / 902.945.5300 The upcoming show is the sixth edition of a monthly Hall, a few kilometres past the Dundee Resort and Golf “Maritime Songwriter Series” that originated in Septem- Club. Refreshments will be available, entry is by donation 164529 ber, something he said is a whole series dedicated to intro- (suggested amount around $10) and all profits go to the duce an audience to new, original music from unfamiliar main act. porthawkesburyreporter.com February 20, 2019 The Reporter 11 Climate change documentary featuring Little Anse now streaming on iTunes

by Jake Boudrot Editor ing high seas, gale force winds and power- [email protected] ful tidal surges - breached the breakwater in Little Anse, damaging the community’s HALIFAX: A documentary on climate wharf and completely flooding the main change that includes the village of Little road. Anse has a new life. Mir noted that the case of Little Anse Centering on efforts by the community arose during interviews in Gabarus and of Gabarus to lobby the provincial and fed- involves the same struggles hundreds of eral governments to replace an aging sea- other coastal communities are facing. Be- wall, the documentary ONLY 78 also fea- cause there are generations connected to tures the struggles of the village of Little these areas, Mir said they need attention Anse against the forces of coastal erosion. and action. Director, producer, editor, and cine- Mir hopes that the documentary will cre- matographer Jawad Mir said the film will ate more awareness of the climate change start streaming on Apple iTunes on March challenges facing smaller communities 1. and that it will inspire people to fight. He said the process for the documentary Mir said he also hopes that the efforts started six years ago with film festivals of these communities will not be “washed around the country. away” by time and indifference. “It has been a long process, a long jour- “I think the impact we had was two- ney which started in 2013,” Mir recalled. fold,” Mir explained. “Within Cape Breton, “It’s been a long journey and sort of com- it’s sort of given people… hope that… you ing to an end. We hope that people now can achieve something if you put your embrace it, especially in Cape Breton and mind to it. Nova Scotia.” “It [also] sort of educated people that Mir said the original inspiration for the there’s a world out there in Canada where film came from an article about Gabarus in people are having these issues because of the Globe and Mail more than six years ago climate change.” and was driven by a genuine desire to help Last year, the makers of the documen- these people out using the medium of film. tary did a Cape Breton road show with a Mir said that although the primary showing at the SAERC auditorium in Port theme of the film is a small villages’ fight Hawkesbury and at the École Beau-Port au- against government, ONLY 78 also dis- ditorium in Arichat. International cusses themes of social acceptance and cli- Mir added hopes to also have the docu- mate change. Because all levels of govern- mentary stream on other platforms like ment ignored the tiny village of Gabarus Google Play, Amazon and Canopy and have (which has only 78 residents) for so long, the documentary available to audiences Women’s Mir questioned whether the lives of those around the world. people were deemed important by those in “We are hoping that it gets another life, charge. not just because it’s something that we On several occasions over the past two worked on, but also trying to get that mes- decades, powerful winter storms - includ- sage out,” he added. Day 2019 MARCH 8

Innovation and technology can help empower women and girls. Yet a growing digital divides means that women are underrepresented in fi elds like science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Let’s reverse this trend and innovate for change! This year’s theme for International Women’s Day, #InnovateForChange, is a call to action, asking everyone to harness the power of technology to create a more equal world. By removing the barriers facing women in STEM, we can unleash new ideas and solutions that will transform our society and strengthen our economy. Celebrate the women who “make it happen” in Strait Area by participating in our 2019 salute to International Women’s Day, being published in the March 6, 2019 edition of your Reporter. This feature puts a name to the friendly faces of the women you may see every day. A chance for business owners and service providers to proudly showcase their businesses and employees. Photo by Jake Boudrot This wharf in Little Anse was destroyed by a storm in January 2009 which brought a mix of gale force winds, rough seas and a dramatic tidal surge. DEADLINE FOR ADVERTISING IS WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27 AT 5 P.M. RESERVE YOUR SPACE TODAY!

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163884 Athletes are greeted by vol- unteers at Calgary Interna- tional airport on Thursday, February 14 as they arrive for the Canada Games in Red Deer Alberta.

Wheelchair basketball’s Jordan Stephens arrives at the Calgary International 164464 Airport. porthawkesburyreporter.com 14 The Reporter February 20, 2019 Rocks fly at Industrial Bonspiel The first place winners of the Draw to the Button competition in the 2019 Industrial Bonspiel was the team sponsored by Port Hawkesbury Paper with team members (from left) Lisa Taylor, Neil MacNeil, Jerry Davenport, and Skip Donald MacCuspic. Faye Carmichael from MacLeod Lorway Insur- ance presented the winning team with their prize money.

Parts Connection sponsored the winners of the D Division of the 2019 Industrial Bon- spiel held over the weekend at the Strait Area Community Curling Club. Team members were (from left) Skip Larry Adams, Helen Adams, Claire Gee, and Wayne Gee.

Winners of the C Division of Photos by Mary Hankey the 2019 Industrial Bonspiel A Draw to the Button Competition on held over the weekend at Saturday night, sponsored by MacLeod Lorway, had all the par- the Strait Area Community ticipating teams using the delivery stick. The 2019 Industrial Bonspiel held Curling Club in Port Hawkes- over the weekend at the Strait Area Community Curling Club in Port Hawkesbury had 10 bury were sponsored by teams participating. the East Coast Credit Union. Team members were (from left) Judy Boucher, Cheryl MacEachern, Monica McCa- rthy, and Skip Iris Stanley. Pirates pop seven goals in first period, then win

by Grant McDaniel The Reporter Keagan, a goal and assist each; Matthew [email protected] Morgan and Olan Spears, two assists each; Bryce Reynolds, Joshua MacMillan, and PORT HAWKESBURY: The first period Cullen MacEachern, a goal each; Devin Sce- pretty much told the story of how last Fri- les, Christian Papineau, Hunter Woodland, day’s Strait Pirate game against the Antigo- Brendan Kenneth Lanning, and goalie Cody nish Bulldogs would go. Smith, all with a helper. The Strait, who’ve clinched first place in Smith faced 36 shots. the provincial Junior league, popped four Leading the charge for Antigonish were goals in the first five minutes. By the end of Connor Aucoin, two goals; Spencer Barron 20 minutes, the Pirates were on top 7-1. and Ryan Kennedy, a goal each. Cory Mac- Once all 60 minutes were played, the Pi- Lellan and Fearghus MacDonald both had rates won 11-4. helpers. Leading the charge for the Strait was Sharing netminding duties for Antigonish Randon MacKinnon, with three goals and were Sebastien Aucoin and Jared Green. three assists, Taylor Pierce, two goals and The Pirates will host their final regular Photo by Grant McDaniel three helpers; Branden Dauphinee, a goal season game this Friday at 7:30 p.m. The Pirate Joshua MacMillan pops a goal on Bulldog Sebastien Aucoin last Friday. and two helpers; Josh Foster and Jacob Cumberland County Blues will be in town.

8 p.m., Dalbrae vs. SAERC ins and Dusty Bernard collecting in the 50m Butterfly, second in the Saturday, March 2 singles. Replying for Eskasoni was 100m Butterfly and Freestyle, and sports briefs 12:30 p.m., SAERC vs. Richmond Darrell Paul and Stanley Paul with 200m Freestyle, finishing off with a 3:30 p.m., Inverness/Baddeck vs. two goals. first in the 200m I.M. High school hockey play-offs land Region Division III hockey play Dalbrae Overtime win for Saints Josh Ellsworth swam to eighth in STRAIT AREA: Semifinal series downs run from February 27 to March Sunday, March 3 PORT HAWKESBURY: In a 2-1 over- 200m Freestyle, seventh in the 50m in the Cape Breton West High School 3. All games will be played at the Al 2:30 p.m., semifinal 1st vs. 4th time final, the SAERC Saints got the Freestyle, sixth in the 400m Freestyle Hockey League began this week. MacInnis Sports Centre in Port Hood. 4 p.m., semifinal 2nd vs. 3rd drop on the Dalbrae Dragons last Fri- and 50m Backstroke, and fifth in the Last Monday, the Richmond Hurri- Wednesday, February 27 7 p.m., championship day in high school hockey action. 50m Butterfly. cane visited the Dalbrae Dragons for 4:30 p.m., Eskasoni vs. Richmond Rebels drop Eskasoni Goal scorers for SAERC were Anna Robinson powered to eight in a 7:30 p.m. start. Action in that series 6 p.m., SAERC vs. Inverness/Bad- INVERNESS: In Cape Breton West Brady White and Jake MacDonald the 200m I.M. and Backstroke, seventh resumes Thursday, February 21, at deck High School Hockey League action with the game winner. Griffin Spears in the 200m Freestyle and 50m Back- the Richmond Arena at 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m., Dalbrae vs. Eskasoni last Thursday night, the Baddeck/In- has the lone goal for Dalbrae. stroke, fifth in the 800m Freestyle, and The series between the Inverness/ Friday, March 1 verness Rebels defeated the Eskasoni Swimmers strong in Halifax fourth with a new team record in the Baddeck Rebels and the SAERC 1 p.m., Inverness/Baddeck vs. Es- Eagles 6-3. PORT HAWKESBURY: The Port 400 Freestyle. Saints begins tonight (Wednesday, kasoni Picking up the win in nets was Ca- Hawkesbury Antigonish Swim Team Nova action from Antigonish February 20) at 7 p.m. in Port Hawkes- 2:30 p.m., Dalbrae vs. Richmond den MacLellan, with Clifford Cremo (PHAST) sent three senior swimmers ANTIGONISH: Sarah Stewart bury. The series continues this Friday 4 p.m., Eskasoni vs. SAERC suffering the loss. to the AAA meet at Dalplex on Febru- (from Tully Grant and Tyler Peddle) in Inverness at 7:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m., CBWHSHL awards Goal scorers for the winners were ary 2. had a power play goal for the Nova Dragons to host regionals 6:30 p.m., Richmond vs. Inverness/ Frankie MacNeil with two, and Trent Aidan Doucet took fourth in the Major Bantams last Saturday in a PORT HOOD: The NSSAF High- Baddeck MacNeil, Holden Hartford, Ross Mull- 50m Backstroke and Freestyle, third road game to St. Margaret’s Bay. The host Gulls won 4-1. On Sunday, the Novas man- aged an overtime win over the Joneljim Cougars. The final was 2-1. Scoring in overtime was Ryan Digout (from Cody Van de Sande and Cadyn Power). Overturning a 1-0 Cougar league was Peddle (from Liam Trenholm and Leyton Stewart). The weekend of play sews up the regular season for the sev- enth place Novas, who finished

161425 the season at 16-16-1. porthawkesburyreporter.com February 20, 2019 The RepoRTeR 15 Local talent off to Canada Games by Grant McDaniel The Reporter Antigonish can also take pride in the [email protected] efforts of boxer Matt Fraser and freestyle skier Marcus MacDonald who have made RED DEER, ALBERTA: At this point, the cut. MacDonald is a 15-year-old who Team Nova Scotia athletes are on the competes with the Wentworth Freestyle ground in Red Deer and representing League. Bluenose pride to the rest of Canada. Fraser is a standout with the Albion Nine athletes and two support staff Boxing Club in Trenton, and took a first from the local area are attending. place at the 2018 Super Channel Champi- Three members of the province’s wom- onship. en’s hockey team come from Antigonish, “My goals for the 2019 Canada Winter and they include Ella MacLean, Landyn Games are to win a gold medal in boxing Pitts, and Kara MacLean. Also serving for Team Nova Scotia, enjoy the experi- with the team is Antigonish’s Shauna ence with my teammates, meet athletes Neary as an apprentice coach. from across the country, take in the sport Both the 17-year-old MacLean and the events, and have fun,” the 17-year-old said. 16-year-old Pitts are mainstays with the “This event will also be a great oppor- Nothern Subway Selects. MacLean, who tunity to gain experience and help pre- Caden MacLeod plays defense, is setting her sights high for pare for Nationals in British Columbia in the games. “[I’d like to] win a goal medal April.” game for my province,” she said. Inverness County is also represented on Pitts, a forward, has similar hopes for the team, with Kenzie MacPhail of Inver- Courtney MacDonald her squad including, “to play the best ness backstopping the men’s hockey team hockey of my career and contribute to the and Sherri Robicheau of Creignish serv- team placing the best they ever have.” ing as the manager of the archery team. With them is MacLean, a 15-year-old for- MacPhail, a 15-year-old who is well ward playing with the Shattuck-St. Mary’s known for his efforts with the Cape Bre- prep school team. ton West Islanders, said his goals for the “I would be honoured to win gold at the game are focused on “play[ing] like I can Canada Games for my province,” she said. and try[ing] my best to help my team win Antigonishers Courtney MacDonald as many games as possible.” and Eriq Proctor are helping represent Baddeck’s Caden MacLeod made the the province’s badminton team. Both the cut on the cross country skiing team. The 20-year-old MacDonald and the 19-year-old 15-year-old has competed at the Eastern Proctor train at the Antigonish Badmin- Canadian Championships, nationals, and ella MacLean ton Club under coach Robert Proctor. many local races.

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162901 porthawkesburyreporter.com 16 The RepoRTeR February 20, 2019 Islanders ready for playoffs by Grant McDaniel The Reporter at 7 p.m. The remaining games, if needed, [email protected] take place in Berwick on Saturday and Sunday. Start time is 3:30 p.m. for both. PORT HOOD: The Cape Breton West Is- The Wildcats finished in fourth place landers, having finished the Nova Scotia with a record of 22-13-1-0. Major Midget Hockey League season at While the Valley has had a markedly 15-19-2-0, will enter the league playoffs on better record than the Islanders, the teams the first weekend of March. They’ll also be have sized up fairly well when going head- entering the playoffs on home ice. to-head. Indeed, the two teams started the The Islanders will battle the Valley Wild- 2018-19 season with a pair of games against cats on Saturday, March 2 at 6 p.m. and on each other. Sunday, March 3 at noon. Both games take The Valley won the first one 4-3 (on Sep- place at the Al MacInnis Sports Centre. tember 15 in Berwick), and the Islanders The best-of-five series continues at the won 4-2 (on September 16 in Berwick). The Appledome in Berwick on Friday, March 8 squads faced off again on October 6, again

MAIL-IN REGISTRATION WEEK: FEBRUARY 18 – 22 photos by Grant McDaniel Deputy Warden Alfred Poirier drops the puck to usher in the Islanders’ final regular sea- INVERNESS COUNTY son game, which took place on February 10 at the al MacInnis Sports Centre. Seen here RECREATION / TOURISM DEPARTMENT are (from left) Paul MacIsaac, Islander vice president; Poirier; minor hockey players rossi MacKinnon and Neil MacKinnon; and brian MacInnis, Islander president. Taking the face-off RECREATION & CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES are Tradesman captain Dylan MacLeod and Islander captain Darren Waterman.

in Berwick, with the Islanders winning 3-1. 93 penalty minutes (third highest in the From there, the Islanders hosted the league). Wildcats for a pair on the weekend of No- Gregor Yoell (19 goals and 20 assists, 39 SPRING 2019 vember 10 and 11. The Valley won both out- points) and rookie Blake Deacon (14 goals ing by scores of 6-4 and 5-4 respectively. and 23 assists for 37 points) also lead Valley This is a reminder to register for the recreation/continuing The Valley’s Cameron Whynot is a player offense. education courses sponsored by the Inverness County to watch, as he finished the regular season The Wildcats have a pair of rookie goal- scoring race in seventh place (13 goals and ies, with Grant Sanford (3.12 goals against Recreation/Tourism Department. A complete listing of 27 assists for 40 points). Of snipers, Why- average) and Connor Juurlink (2.66 goals programs is available in the February issue of “Participaper. not is also the scrappiest of the lot with against average). Mail-in Registration can be forwarded to the Programmer in the community where the course is offered. The fi nal day registration will be accepted is Friday, February 22, 2019. If minimum numbers are not reached in each course, those classes will be cancelled. So don’t delay, register today.

For further information contact your local Programmer. General inquiries may be made to the Recreation/Tourism Offi ce at (902) 787-3508.

All courses are made available through the cooperation of the Strait Regional School Board, Dept. of Labour & Advanced Education and the Inverness County Recreation/ Tourism Department. Islander goalie Kenzie McPhail was given a nod for making Team Nova Scotia which will compete at the Canada Games. He’s seen here with (from left) Paul MacIsaac, Islander BELLE COTE AND AREA INVERNESS vice president; alfred Poirier, Inverness County’s deputy warden; minor hockey players rossi MacKinnon and Neil MacKinnon; and brian MacInnis, Islander president. PROGRAMMER: PROGRAMMER: Aurel LeLievre Archie Sofan PO BOX 172 52 Veteran’s Memorial Court Grand Etang, NS B0E 1L0 PO Box 482 Inverness NS BOE 1NO (902) 224-5571 X-Women close out season [email protected] SCOTSVILLE with 2-1 win over Panthers BELLE COTE COMMUNITY CENTRE PROGRAMMER: Verna MacMillan CHARLOTTETOWN, PEI: The StFX X- Meropoulis, who fired it from the slot to CONTACT: 3054 Route 395 Women denied the UPEI Panthers’ chance give the visitors a 2-0 advantage. Michelle Greenwell East Lake Ainslie, at clinching home ice advantage in the Schurman said the team feeds off their [email protected] RR #1 Whycocomagh opening round of the playoffs after a hard penalty kill and builds momentum when BOE 3M0 fought 2-1 win Sunday afternoon, February they’re able stop the opponent from scor- 10. ing. CHETICAMP Phone: (902) 258-2278 Special teams was a big factor in the out- “When we’re down a man and can get E-mail [email protected] come and led to StFX’s two goals, scored by past those penalties without giving up a REGISTRATION: Santana Gravelle and Tyra Meropoulis. goal, I think that’s when we really turn it Contact Programmer, Summerside native and X-Women alter- on.” Shelly Merry-Aucoin. WHYCOCOMAGH nate captain, Lydia Schurman was named The Panthers (14-13-1) would get a goal Registration will be taken before each class. Subway Player of the Game for her beau- back seven minutes into the second period. PROGRAMMER: tiful assist on the winning goal late in the On an odd-man rush, Rachel Colle fired a PROGRAMMER: Darlene Ellis first period and her calming presence as a shot off goaltender Carley Molnar, gath- Shelly Merry-Aucoin 23 Johnson Lane, PO Box 307 leader. ered her own rebound and buried the sec- PO Box 100 Whycocomagh, NS B0E 3M0 The fourth-year forward said she always ond attempt. Cheticamp, NS B0E 1H0 enjoys coming back home to take on the UPEI continued to press late in the third, Phone: (902) 227-0016 Panthers. searching for that equalizer, but Molnar (902) 224-3701 (h) (902) 224-5300 (w) [email protected] “I love coming back and playing in front was steady between the pipes down the of family and friends, it gives me a bit of stretch and preserved the 2-1 win. She fin- an edge,” Schurman said. ished with 23 saves on the afternoon. GLENDALE Schurman and her X-Women (18-7-3) Schurman is hoping to return to the Is- had the edge on special teams in the first land once more this season, as StFX looks PROGRAMMER: period. After UPEI squandered a pair of to take the AUS crown and earn their place Tricia Boyd power plays, StFX made them pay. They at the U SPORTS national championship. 20 John’s Lane connected on both their power plays with “To play for a national title at home Glendale, NS B0E 2L0 the first coming at 16:36, when Gravelle would be dream,” she said. wired a wrist shot from the left circle in The Panthers, meanwhile, will take on Phone: (902) 623-1409 the top right corner. Less than two minutes the UNB Reds in the quarter-finals begin- 164545 later, Schurman dropped the puck off for ning Feb. 14 in Fredericton. porthawkesburyreporter.com February 20, 2019 The RepoRTeR 17 Track and field athletes wrap up regular season competition Speaking of HALIFAX: The StFX track and field team competed at the ish in the long jump with a 5.23m result. Baillie Marcotte was SMU Open on Sunday, February 10, their last meet of the regu- third at 4.95m. Deakin also won the triple jump (10.45m) and lar season prior to the upcoming Subway AUS Championship. Marcotte (9.95m) came third. In the women’s sprinting events, Megan Graham and Cath- In the men’s sprints, Adrian Kinney took top spot in the 60m erine Kennedy came in first and second in the 60m hurdles dash with a 7.03 result, while Johnny West was third at 7.26. with times of 9.38 and 9.39, respectively. Samantha Taylor was Kinney also came first in the 300m dash with a 35.55 finish. Soaps got Jordan to open up about third in the 60m dash with a 7.98 clocking. It was a podium sweep for the X-Men in the 600m as Tim THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL her recent trauma. The Allie Flower and Taylor placed first and second in the 300m Brennan (1:21.22), Alexander Quinn (1:24.51) and Eric Sutton person who set the cabin dash. Flower crossed at 40.64 and Taylor was 41.79. (1:24.78) placed 1-2-3. Zoe insisted to Reese that Hope must be told the on fire last year and nearly Jane Hergett, fresh off a strong showing in the 1000m race Distance runner Paul MacLellan won the 3000m race with a killed Ciara was finally re- in Boston, won the 600m event with a time of 1:33.96. time of 8:58.46 amongst a large field of 13 runners. truth about her baby. Wy- att shared with Bill that vealed. Hana Marmura and Paige Chisholm finished 2-3 in the In the jumping events, Kirishnia Cooper placed second in Thorne annulled his mar- THIS WEEK: Ben admit- 1500m race. Marmura clocked in at 4:43.66 while Chisholm the long jump with a 6.35m result and was first in the triple riage to Katie and then left ted to Ciara that he’s not was 4:52.23. Rachel MacDougall (10:21.12) and Zoe Johnston jump at 13.05m. town. He stunned Bill with sure he could’ve stopped (10:25.22) were first and second in the 3000m. The Subway AUS Championship is scheduled for February the theory that Thorne has himself from killing Jor- In the jumping events Lani Deakin had a second place fin- 22-23 in Moncton. about Bill and Katie. Pre- dan. Claire fought jeal- paring to reveal the truth, ousy when she realized Zoe grabbed Xander and that Tripp’s been hanging headed for Steffy’s houseout with Haley. while Flo worried about how to protect herself. GENERAL Hope confessed to Brooke HOSPITAL that Phoebe reminds her of Franco was reluctant. Char- Beth. Reese and Flo wor- lotte guilted Spencer about ried about Zoe’s next move. the election tampering. Wanting to prove his loy- Nina made an announce- alty to Wyatt, Bill offered ment. Willow was distract- him his job back at Spencer ed by Brad. Alexis and Kim Publications. Xander won- talked. Sam was intrigued. dered what Zoe has to tell Margaux overshared. Carly Steffy, unaware of the ter- got the proof that she needs. rible secret. Hope shared Stella ran into Marcus. with Brooke her vision for Kristina invited Michael to Kelly and Phoebe’s future, lunch. Ryan made a move. and it involves Liam. Wy- Lulu got a call. Julian ques- att shared Bill’s offer with tioned Ava’s allegiances. Sally, who’s uncomfortable Nina surprised Valentin. with Bill’s proposition to Maxie and Peter struck out. Wyatt but does not want to Cameron was outraged. come between their rela- Franco wanted to share his tionship. Sally was stunned side. Ryan surprised Ava. when Wyatt suggested he Lulu sensed something’s off. have Bill revive Spectra Sonny grew suspicious of Fashions. Katie relayed to Robert. Carly butted heads Bill Thorne’s reasons forwith Ava. Ryan threatened leaving, including her sup- Kevin. Terry helped Eliza- posed feelings for him. Will beth. THIS WEEK: Jordan and Katie were genuinely worked with Franco. Ana photo by Maurice Landry touched by Bill’s expression learned more about her The Guysborough academy Senior Girls, a division of the Chedabucto Curling Club Junior of love. Wyatt told Sally illness. Curling Program, prepare for one of their coaching sessions at their home rink: the Ched- that they are a package deal abucto Curling Club (CCC), boylston, Guysborough County. Weekly coaching sessions and regarding Bill’s offer. BillTHE YOUNG AND ATHLETE made their future clear to THE RESTLESS much practice enable Team Grady to compete in competitive games at the CCC as well as Katie and Will. Justin and within other curling rinks throughout Central and Northern Nova Scotia. Team Grady is grate- Furious at Mia’s continued OF THE Donna spent time together efforts to interfere in her ful for assistance from their parents, Coach Mills, the CCC, the Guysborough academy, the while playing matchmaker Strait Engineering ATHLETE relationship with Arturo, MODG recreation Department and . Seen here are (from left) Coach alicia WEEK for Bill and Katie. Wracked Abby confronted her in Mills, Skip Victoria Grady, Mate Vanessa Dort, Second Hanna Manthorne, alternate-Lead OF THE with guilt, Hope attempt- the middle of the GCAC. Jenna Dort and alternate-Lead brooklyn Jordon. ed to convince Liam and Things quickly escalated, WEEK Brooke that Liam belongs and despite Arturo, Mariah with Kelly and Phoebe. and Tessa’s attempts to de- Bill was caught off-guardfuse the situation, it evolved by Wyatt’s request that he into a full-on catfight. Even- StFX records fall at AUS Relays meet rebuild Spectra Fashions. tually, Abby used her status THIS WEEK: Hope hinted to resolve things, and had a HALIFAX: Several StFX track and field re- of the 2006 X-Women 4x800m relay team. The Causeway to a change while speaking humiliated Mia thrown out lay teams competed at the AUS Relays meet on 2019 squad is now ranked sixth in U SPORTS. with Brooke. Brooke made of the club. Heartbroken a big request of Steffy. Saturday evening, February 9, at the Canada On the men’s relay side, the X-Men fielded eleCtriCal Lola then arrived, tailed by Games Center. two teams in the 4x400m event only. The ‘A’ Causeway an apologetic Kyle. Despite The X-Women fielded relay teams in the team of Brad Barclay, Eric Sutton, Adrian Kin- supplies ltd. DAYS OF his efforts to talk to Lola, Arturo stepped in, sending 4x200m and 4x800m events. The 4x200m squad ney and Tim Brennan set a new StFX record of eleCtriCal OUR LIVES Ciara battled Jordan to save him away. Once he’s gone, of Catherine Kennedy, Megan Graham, Sa- 3:22.11 in their first place finish amidst the five Lola opened up to Abby and mantha Taylor and Allie Flower bested their teams in the race. The time beat the previous X supplies ltd. Ben’s life. Abigail and Chad reconneced after Charlotte’s Arturo, and Abby encour- three competing teams to place first with a record by a second - 3:23.10 was set just weeks rescue. Rafe warned Ted to aged Lola to fight for her time of 1:44.48. They shaded a half second im- ago at the McGill meet by the same four X-Men stay away from Hope. Eric relationship. Realizing that provement off their time posted at the McGill sprinters. They are currently ranked fourth in tried to help Sarah, who she left her coat at the cabin, two weeks ago and are currently ranked in the U SPORTS. started to have new doubts Lola borrowed Abby’s coat, top 10 in U SPORTS in ninth position. The X-Men ‘B’ team of Quinn Alexander, about Rex. Chad surprised and went for a walk to clear The 4x800m relay team of Zoe Johnson, Johnny West, Alex Moore and Taylor Leger Abigail with a spontaneous her head. After an inspiring Paige Chisholm, Aidan MacDonald and Hana was third overall in the 4x400m race with a proposal. A manipulative conversation with Mariah Marmura were third overall amongst six time of 3:34.01. Diana toyed with John and and Tessa, she resolved to teams, but their time of 9:29.31 set a new StFX The relay challenge was good preparation Marlena. Leo struck back find Kyle, and make things record by 14 seconds. It broke the previous time for the X squads set to compete at the upcom- at Sonny and Will. Eli and right. Meanwhile, Devon’s Lani exchanged belated Val- attempts to convince Ana to of 9:43.02 set in 2006. Current StFX assistant ing Subway AUS Championship February 22- sing again were interrupted coach Gina (Stewart) McInnis was a member 23 in Moncton. entine’s gifts and grew clos- er. Abigail and Chad made by news about Lola. Upon learning of her weakened David Paupin and the a life-changing decision. JJ Team Lewis (composed of urged Jack not to say any- state, they decided to visit Antigonish Thursday Night Men’s League curlersPetit de Ken Grat Leachman, Red Caps Monica are thing about Haley’s immi- her, but Ana worried about nursingMcCarthy, a Skip seven-game Bert Lewis, andwin - gration status. Eli brought Devon’s ability to return to Week Number 21 - February 14, 2019 ningDavidMike streak Forbrigger) Paupin in RABA were the play.and top Thethe Sonny and Will into the the hospital where Hilary teamperformersPetit isde currently Grat at the Red Strait seated Caps Area arejust police station for question- died. WeeKLY STATS YeAR-To-DATe STATS TeAM STANDINGS behindnursingCurling Clubthe a seven-game Little2019 FUNspiel. Anse Hawks win- ing. 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porthawkesburyreporter.com February 20, 2019 The RepoRTeR 19 Community Calendar A guide to events in the Strait Area Feb. 20 - march 5, 2019 FRIDAY FeBRUARY 22 • Hank’s Jamboree – Havre Boucher Community Centre – Saturday’s • Blues Mills Ceilidh – Blues Mills Fire Hall – Blues Mills – Havre Boucher – 2:00pm • 45 CARD GAMES - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 43 - 7:30pm – Sponsored by Blues Mills and Area Volunteer • Concert – Tara Lynne Center – River Bourgeois – 7:00pm- Port Hawkesbury - 2:00pm - 4pm. Fire Dept. 9:00pm – Featuring Cyril MacPhee, Doug Sampson and • D’Escousse Mixed Dart League - to register phone - Arthur SATURDAY FeBRUARY 23 Harold Davidson - 902-302-8685 – Brent - 902-631-2042 - Alfred - 902- • Bi-Weekly Jam Session – Hillsborough and Glendyer – 631-0437 Mabou – 7:00pm-10:30pm – all entertainers welcomed -for SUNDAY MARCh 3 • Breakfast - Evergreen Club - Port Hawkesbury - 8:00am - more info call Ronelda 902-945-2870 • Community Breakfast – Royal Canadian Legion Br. #150 - 11:00am - last Saturday of each month. • Trivia Fund Raiser – Port Hawkesbury Fire Hall – Port Arichat – 8:00am-11:00am Hawkesbury – 7:00pm – for Port Hastings Museum & Archive eastern Counties Regional Library Bookmobile • Live@theChannel Songwriters Concert – St. George’s TUeSDAY MARCh 5 The Bookmobile Service will be suspended until further no- Channel Hall – St. George’s Channel – 7:00pm – featuring • Annual Shrove Pancake Supper – St. Stephen’s Jubilee tice. KEITH MULLINS – Enquires call Rob 902-345-2996 United Church Hall – Port Hood – 4:00pm-6:00pm - Spon- Users can request materials online selecting their normal pick sored by the UCW up locations and items will be mailed to the address listed SUNDAY FeBRUARY 24 • Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper – St. Andrew’s Presbyte- on their account. If you do not have computer access, please • Breakfast – Fire Hall – Port Hood – 9:00am-12:00pm – rian Church Hall – Whycocomagh – 5:00pm – Sponsored by call one of the following Libraries Sponsored by The Ladies Auxiliary Of the Port Hood Fire St. Andrew’s Ladies Aid Alexander Doyle Public Library, Mabou (Dalbrae Academy) Dept. • Meeting of The Richmond Branch of the Retired Teachers at 902-945-2257 Association – Island Nest – Arichat – 9:30am Drs. Coady and Tompkins Memorial Library (Margaree Forks) at 902-248-2821 CoMMUNITY NoTICeS Port Hood Library (Resource Centre – 214 Main St.) at 902- • Mental Health - Support for Families – Richmond County 787-2568 – Room #102 – 3238 Whiteside Road – Louisdale – 1st Wednesday of every month – 6:30pm – 8:30pm For more information call 1-822-787-7323

Sunday’s STRAIT AReA WoMeNS pLACe • Chase the Ace – Royal Canadian Legion, Br.#43 - Port Lunch & Learn – Tuesdays from 12:00 – 1:00 - free lunch - Hawkesbury – 2:00pm - 4:00pm line-up of guest speakers • Mini-Cribbage Card Play - Mulgrave Legion – 1:00pm Creative Circle – Bring your own craft project (quilting, music, • Progressive 45 Card Plays - Royal Canadian Legion Branch knitting, painting, poetry, weaving, etc…). 081 Guysborough - multiple Cookie Jars - 50/50 - 7:30pm Guided Meditation - Start your mornings right by dropping Mondays in for a brief meditation. • Crib Games Royal Canadian Legion Br#43 – Port Hawkes- Cup of Conversation – Stop by for a cup of coffee and lots bury – 7:30pm of laughter. Women’s Wellness Clinic - Strait Area Women’s Place is now Tuesdays offering a Women’s Wellness Clinic with Nurse Practitioner • 45 Card Games - St. Georges Channel Hall 7:30 pm - Bonnie Samson Gagnon - Please phone us at 625-1614 to more info call 902-345-0495. schedule your appointment now. • Canso Lions TV Bingo - 6:00pm - play at the Lions Club or Thriving after Trauma Workshop – Reclaiming Resiliency and on Cable 6 Growth after Trauma – Six week workshop to learn positive • TOPS Meetings Port Hawkesbury Chapter - St Joseph skills in addressing Trauma – Starts January 23 with Laurie Church - 6:00pm - for info call or email - Jenny MacDonald Suitor – to register phone 902-625-1614 902 872-1861 - [email protected] or Marie - 902- Trauma Therapy By Appointment - A free therapy based 625-3501 program in partnership with AWRC’s Clinical Therapist Pam • Auction Card Plays – Port Hood Fire Hall – Port Hood – Ruben. Please phone 902-863-6221to book, or call SAWP 7:15pm at 902-625-1614. Wednesday’s Expression - How to internalize life’s challenges - Partici- • 45 CARD PLAY - Mulgrave Legion – 7:30 pm pants will develop strategies and techniques for maintaining Thursday’s overall wellness through various mediums including sculpting, • Bingo with special games - cookie jar - 50/50 - The Royal painting, drawings and mosaics - To Register phone 902- Canadian Legion Branch 81- Guysborough - 7:30pm. 625-1614. • Port Hawkesbury Therapeutic Touch Practice Group meets Mind Sharpening Activities – Keep your brain young while every 2nd and 4th Thurs - 5:30pm - 7:00pm - Evergreen having fun by participating in these activities Seniors Club - Free treatments - Contact Natasha - napolo@ Cupcakes with a Cause – February 11 – 1:00-3:00pm – seasidehighspeed.com decorate cupcakes with a cause of bringing awareness to • Dart League – Royal Canadian Legion Br# 43 – Port family violence. Hawkesbury Dogs Against Violence – February 13th - 2:00-3:00pm – Friday’s Dog therapy in support for victims of family violence and • 45 CARD PLAY - 8:00pm – Royal Canadian Legion Branch supportive peers. 47 - St. Peter’s Legion Self Esteem Workshop – Six week workshop – different ac- • Friday Night Jukebox Socials – Royal Canadian Legion, tivities to help build self-esteem – Registration required – Branch 43 - Port Hawkesbury - 10:00pm - 1:00am - Free call 902-625-1614 photos by Jake Boudrot Cover Dr. Isabelle Tremblay, research and development coor- • Bi-Weekly Jam Sessions – United Church Hall – Port Hood All events are free of charge and all women are welcome! dinator with the Aquaculture Association of Nova Scotia, – 7:00pm-9:00pm said on February 12 that her group will be conducting trials at three sites in Cape Breton, including Arichat.

Pictured at the announcement on February 12 in Petit de Grat of federal funding for re- search into sea plant aquaculture were (from the left): Allan MacLean, with Louisbourg Sea- foods; Scott Dockendorff with Bounty Bay Shellfish; Cape Breton-Canso MP Rodger Cuzner; Marine Research Centre director Michelle Theriault was the emcee for last week’s announce- Bond Jonas of Premium Seafoods; Dr. Isabelle Tremblay with the Aquaculture Association of ment at Université Sainte-Anne in Petit de Grat of federal funding to investigate the viability Nova Scotia; and Marine Research Centre director Michelle Theriault. of sea plant aquaculture in Cape Breton. porthawkesburyreporter.com 1

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February 20, 2019 The RepoRTeR 21 Tourism in Richmond County geois. Admission is $10.00 per person. There will be Memoriam 50/50 tickets and a canteen will be on site. Memoriam Ann Marie Yorke In Memory of by Wayne Blair On Tuesday, February 26, you may want to try your February 22, 2010 February has been a month of all types of weather. creative side at the Pop-up Mug Making Workshop A New Life Again That keeps us all guessing as to what the next day (Age 16+) from 6pm to 8:30pm. The workshop will will bring; one day cold with snow, another day with take place at the Anne Sampson Building in River I’ve basically been very inde- pendent since I left home temperatures above 0 and raining, and others sun- Bourgeois. Come try your hand at pottery! Partici- No one could settle me shine, which gives a longing to be outdoors enjoying pants will create a mug that will then be kiln dried down, I was always on the all our county’s beauty. But there are somethings that roam and returned to them. Instructor: Victoria Bon- I finally met a guy who I feel don’t change and that is the amazing entertainment in-MacKenzie, VPottery Studio. Fee $4.00. in love with named Wayne that is available to pass the time, no matter what the At the time it didn’t work weather holds. Here is a list of some of the events In loving memory of and it left me in pain On Wednesday, February 27, there will be more mu- Guy Abram Landry From time to time we met, scheduled that you may want to mark on your cal- sical entertainment from 6:30pm to 9:30pm with February 23, 1988. had a fling and went our way endar. But he was in my heart doors opening at 5:45pm. The Song Circle will take 31 years, your name is still always to stay. place at the Louisdale Lions Community Center in spoken In 1990, I received a call On Saturday, February 23, Come to the St. Georges Louisdale. These song circles are for anyone who en- And your pictures still seen, from Wayne that changed Channel - for the latest in the ‘Songwriters at the You my father will never be my entire life joys singing, playing and /or listening to live music! forgotten Never dreamt that it would Channel’ Series. Organizers are happy to announce The song Circle events will take place on the 2nd and By your love ones, lead me to becoming a wife. that the multi-talented, award-winning entertainer 4th Wednesday of every month. Please bring instru- For you in passing He said he’d never forgotten Just seems like a dream. me and his feelings he now Keith Mullins will take to the stage for an evening ments, music-stand and change for a donation box would never hide of amazing music and song. Mullins has just re- at the door. The money is used to purchase food for Sadly missed by your son I said, before you go on, turned from his CD launch tour in Europe. Here in Clarence don’t drink a lot or have a our snack time from 7:30pm to 7:45pm with tea and & Daughter-in-law Joyce woman on the side. Richmond, Mullins is no stranger to audiences, as coffee. Come out for an evening of fun! Meet new In 1991, I moved to Port he is well-known for his musical leadership to our people, learn new songs and share music with oth- Hawkesbury town down here talented young music students at the popular Music ers. Memoriam Started a new life and a new Camp and ‘Bandemonium’ events which have made job, all within a year. a big splash in promoting our exceptional up and We had our ups and downs, Until next week, I hope you are able to get out and started compromising, and coming local talent over the last few years. Mullins enjoy all Richmond has to offer. got rid of all the knots will take to the stage starting at 7pm, at the Commu- Which helped our relation- ship grow; it made us love nity Hall in St Georges Channel. Come early to avoid each other lots. disappointment! Entry $10, tea and oatcakes $1. All The Lasting Tribute MEMORIALS In 2001, we decided it was profits go to support live music, this will be an event Guaranteed Memorials Free Delivery and Erection time to bite the dust We got married because we you will not want to miss. JOHN D. STEELE’S SONS LTD. were in love, not just for lust. He worked at NSCC for A Cape Breton Industry since 1896 quite a long time On Sunday, February 24, come out and join family Phone 794-2713 North Sydney, N.S. While I worked at Walmart and friends at the Community Breakfast from 8am After Hours 794-3171; 794-4411 for nickels and dimes to 12pm at the Louisdale Lions Community Centre In memory of In 2009 we had to quit work, LOCAL REPRESENTATIVES Percy James Cummings he to retired and me because in Louisdale. Always a great spot to enjoy a deli- Passed away February 18, of health cious breakfast and catch up on the news from your Charles MacKinnon ...... 345-2480 2018 He also had been very sickly, friends. and nothing could save him, Stephen Samson, St. Peter's ...... 535-2809 My dear Brother, now that not even wealth 156376 you are gone Two months after he retired, From 2pm to 4pm, take You’re no longer here to I lost him my love, my soul- in the sounds of our share mate INVERNESS COUNTY HOME SUPPORT SOCIETY The bond we had together Now, he’s up in Heaven young entertainersINVERNESS COUNTY HOME SUPPORT SOCIETY at the A bond of love and care looking for me and I can Youth Jam Session at the Yet, somehow something hardly wait JOB POSTING: Field Supervisor/Scheduler tells me I’m getting older and my MacBouch Restaurant You are watching over me. time on earth will soon be & Lounge in St. Peter’s. 6 month term positi on, full ti me hours Now that from Worldly past LOCATION: Port Hood cares In Heaven I will join him, Come out and enjoy the You finally are free. my husband, my love, with very talented young per- CLOSING DATE: March 8, 2019 I miss you so very much joy at last. formers from Richmond And my tears I cannot hide. We will be together at last Yet, within my heart, I feel in Heaven no sorrow, no County. POSITION SCOPE: You are always by my side. JOB POSTINGsadness or pain: Field Supervisor/Scheduler – 6 month term position, full time hours Inverness County Home Support Society (ICHSS) is a private not-for-profi t incorporated Ever since you went away, We willLOCATION be singing :and Port Hood prais- Then from 7pm to 9pm Agency with a mission to provide excellence in the delivery of Home Support Services Life has never been the ing God together, starting a CLOSING DATE: March 8, 2019 throughout the County of Inverness. ICHSS delivers services on behalf of the Nova Scoti a same. new life again. you will not want to Conti nuing Care Program. Yet, it comforts me to know miss the amazing talent That one day we will meet With Love: Linda of Cyril MacPhee, Har- Inverness County Home Support Society is requesti ng applicati ons for a Field Supervisor/ again. POSITION SCOPE: Scheduler. This positi on will be a 6-month term positi on with an opti on for renewal at the Inverness County Home Support Society (ICHSS)old Davison and Doug is a private notend of the term.-for -profit incorporated Agency with a mission to Herby, Florence and Family Sampson as they per- provide excellence in the delivery of Home Support Services throughout the County of Inverness. ICHSS delivers services The Field Supervisor/Scheduler is responsible for the coordinati on and supervision of on behalf of the Nova Scotia Continuing Care Program. form In Concert at the the delivery of services to clients which have been authorized by the Conti nuing Care Inverness County Home Support SocTara Lynne Communityiety is requesting Branchapplications of the Nova for a Field Supervisor / Scheduler. This position will be Scoti a Health Authority. In carrying out the duti es of this positi on, the Centre in River Bour- Field Supervisor works in close collaborati on with the Agency Director, RN Supervisors, a 6-month term position with an option for renewal at the end of the term. Schedulers, CCAs, clients, and caregivers and all other members of the Conti nuing Care The Field Supervisor/Scheduler is responsible for the coordination and supervision of the Team. The Field Supervisor/Scheduler is responsibledelivery of services to clients for all day-day changes, relati ng to which have been authorized by the Continuing Care Branch of the Novastaff and client scheduling, Scotia Health Authority. In carrying out the ensuring all clients are scheduled according to their authorized The Royal service. He or she is responsible for eff ecti ve and ti mely communicati on to staff , and Do you offer duties of this position, the Field Supervisor works in close collaboration with the Agency Director, RN Superclients and their families refl ecti ng on-going changes to meet bothvisors, client and staff needs. Schedulers, CCAs, clientsCanadian, and caregivers and all other members of the Continuing Care Team. The Field Legion, The Field Supervisor/Scheduler completes in-home supervisions and performance a professional Supervisor/Scheduler is responsible for all day-day changesevaluati, relating to staff and client scheduling, ensuring all clients ons for designated staff . are scheduled accordiBranchng to their authorized service. He or she is responsible for effective and timely communication to #43 He or she works collaborati vely with RN Supervisors and Care Coordinators to address staff, and clients and their families reflecting on-going changes to meet both client and staff needs. client issues and provides feedback concerning changes.The Field Supervisor The Field Supervisor/Scheduler service? Port Hawkesbury plays a role to ensure contracted services are engaged in accordance with terms outlined / Scheduler completes in-home supervisions and performance evaluations for designated staff. in the care plan. Responsible for the duti es associated with the maintaining accurate client He or she works collaboratively with RN Supervisors and Care Coordinators to address client issues and provides wishes to express our and staff informati on in the scheduling soft ware system. You can Sincerefeedback concerning changes. Thanks & GratitudeThe Field Supervisor / Scheduler QUALIFICATIONS: plays a role to ensure contracted services are engaged in accordance with terms outlined in the care plan. Responsible for the duties associated with the maintaining accurate The successful candidate must be innovati ve, well organized, self-moti vated and a team to all who donated, volunteered & player. You must have demonstrated ability to multi -task, meet deadlines and have a advertise in client and staff information in the scheduling software system. strong att enti on to detail. You must also have strong interpersonal skills to build and contributed in any way to our Annual maintain relati onships with all members of the management team and staff , as well as our classifieds. QUALIFICATIONS: clients, caregivers and other members of the Conti nuing Care Team. Knowledge of the SuperBowl Party. Please stop in to our Nova Scoti a Conti nuing Care Program and experience in a similar role is an asset. The successful candidate must be innovative, well organized, self-motivated and a team player. You must have For more info demonstrated ability to multiBranch for various other- task, meet deadlines and have a strong attention to detail. You must also have strong functions, Preference will be given to those with work experience in a supervisory role as well as related experience in the health care fi eld. contact: interpersonal skills to build and maintain relatiowe open daily at 3pm! nships with all members of the management team and staff, as well as Please apply in writi ng, send your resume to: clients, caregivers and other members of the Continuing Care Team. Knowledge of the Nova Scotia Continuing Care A1 Gutter, Strait Supplies, Chafe’s The Reporter Program and experience in a similar role is an asset. Inverness County Home Support Society FlooringPreference will be g & Furniture,iven to those with work experience in a supervisory role as well as related experience in the health Maritime Fuels, Angie MacEachern, Agency Director

P.O. Box 100 164074 902-625-3300 care field. Giant Tiger, Kent Building Supplies, Port Hood, N.S. B0E 2W0 Atlantic Superstore, Canso Ford, 101.5 Please apply in writing, send your resume to: or Fax (902)-787-2626 the Hawk, Branch 43 Members or email: [email protected] Only candidates that meet the above requirements and are selected for an interview shall be noti fi ed. 164623 Inverness County Home Support Society porthawkesburyreporter.com Angie MacEachern, Agency Director P.O. Box 100 Port Hood, N.S. B0E 2W0 or Fax (902)-787-2626 or email: [email protected]

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22 The RepoRTeR February 20, 2019 Call for nominations for 2019 Provincial Volunteer Awards

HALIFAX: Nova Scotians can recognize youth award for a volunteer aged 13 to 24 outstanding volunteers in their communi- who has made a significant contribution ties by nominating them for a 2019 Provin- to a range of causes for at least two years, cial Volunteer Award. and the volunteer family award, which will Each year, the province honours volun- honour a family of two people or more, liv- teers for contributions to their communi- ing in the same community. ties. Award winners will be selected by a re- “Many Nova Scotians contribute to their view committee. An awards ceremony will communities by giving selflessly of their be held in early April to honour outstand- time and talents,” said Communities, Cul- ing volunteers. ture and Heritage Minister Leo Glavine. Nomination forms are available at: “This award gives us the chance to hon- https://novascotia.ca/NonProfitSector/ our these contributions and say thank you ProvincialVolunteerAwards/. to these outstanding individuals.” The deadline for nominations is March Nova Scotians can nominate volunteers 7. in two award categories - the volunteer

Nova Scotia welcomes record number of newcomers Contributed photo HALIFAX: Nova Scotia welcomed more “We work across government and with Isle Madame New Horizon Senior’s Club members Susan Marchand (left) and Pauline immigrants in 2018 than any previous employers to assess labour market needs richard (right) recently presented a cheque in the amount of $1,546.12 to aurine rich- year. and are constantly evolving and devel- ard, fundraising coordinator for the Strait richmond Health Care Foundation, to support A total of 5,970 new permanent resi- oping new programs to help fill those de- the emergency department and ambulatory care renovation project at the Strait-rich- dents came to Nova Scotia, exceeding the mands,” said Metlege Diab. mond Hospital. 2016 record year high of 5,485. The 2018 Nova Scotia has the highest retention figure is based on final, year-end federal rate in the region at 71 per cent and works calculations. closely with settlement partners across “We are thrilled to see an increase again the province. this year and it’s evidence that the work “Delivering strong settlement support we’re doing with settlement partners, em- and services is an important part of wel- ployers and community groups is making coming newcomers to our province. These a difference,” said Immigration Minister services help create communities where Lena Metlege Diab. “Immigrants want to all can belong and grow,” says Jennifer come to Nova Scotia and attracting and Watts, CEO of Immigrant Services Associ- retaining newcomers will help grow our ation Nova Scotia. population, strengthen our economy and A map to help newcomers and their net- revitalize our communities - benefiting all works find the settlement services that are Nova Scotians.” being offered across the province is avail- More than 65 per cent of the total per- able at: data.novascotia.ca. manent resident landings were approved More information on the Office of Im- through provincial economic programs migration can be found at: novascotiaim- and the Atlantic Immigration Pilot. migration.com.

More opportunities for apprentices through government construction photos by Grant McDaniel projects Olan Spears had two helpers for the Pirates last Friday.

HALIFAX: Government is encouraging “We are pleased to see the expansion of more businesses to hire apprentices in this program. Apprenticeship is a proven Nova Scotia through an expanded pro- way to increase productivity, transfer curement program. knowledge and fine tune skills,” said In January, 2016 government launched Duncan Williams, president and CEO of a pilot program that required contractors the Construction Association of Nova bidding on provincially funded school Scotia. “It is a great industry and we construction projects to take part in need to attract the best and brightest as Nova Scotia’s apprenticeship program. projects become increasingly more com- It has now been expanded to include all plex.” provincially funded construction proj- The program applies to contractors ects over $1 million and is now a perma- whose portion of the bid exceeds $100,000. nent program in Nova Scotia. Exceptions will be made for smaller com- “The apprenticeship system is an in- panies and those whose work does not tegral part of growing our skilled work- fall within a designated trade. force and building a stronger economy,” This is a joint initiative between the said Labour and Advanced Education Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency, the Minister Labi Kousoulis. “This initia- Department of Transportation and Infra- tive is one concrete way government can structure Renewal and the Construction work with the private sector to employ Association of Nova Scotia. more apprentices, who are primarily Contractors must show proof of par- young people, here in Nova Scotia.” ticipation in the apprentice system to During the pilot phase, more than 90 perform work on these projects. They can employers who train apprentices were apply for such proof by visiting: https:// part of the construction teams that built nsapprenticeship.ca/employers-industry/ bryce reynolds looks for pop a goal for the Strait Pirates. The Pirates host the Cumber- the new schools in Nova Scotia. proc-project. land County blues this Friday. porthawkesburyreporter.com February 20, 2019 The Reporter 23

Photos by Drake Lowthers After Tracy Turnblad (Emma Forgeron) was rejected from “The Corny Collins Show” due to her size, she found herself in deten- tion where she learned some new dance moves from an Afri- can-American classmate, Seaweed.

Velma von Tussle (Jen Priddle) watches as Tracy Turnblad (Emma Forgeron) walks onto “The Corny Collins Show” and overtakers her daughter Amber (Julia Shields) as Miss Teen Hairspray.

Jennifer Jones – 2018 world gold medallist. 2018 Scotties Tournament of Hearts champion. 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics gold medallist.

2019 SCOTTIES TOURNAMENT OF HEARTS IF YOU KNOW IT, YOU LOVE IT. CENTRE 200 – SYDNEY, NS, FEBRUARY 16-24 See the best of curling live and up close on the ice and after the game. Single-draw tickets start at $17.50. Get yours now at curling.ca/tickets or call 1-902-564-2200 .

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