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Edition 579 - August 6, 2020 Next Issue Aug. 20 • Deadline is Mon. Aug 17 greenmeadowselmvale.comgreenmeadowselmvale.com Craighurst W I Doings County set to reopen more public services and facilities Midhurst/July 30, 2020 – Effective August 4, 2020, the County is reopening additional services and facilities to support our residents and work towards a regional recovery. The County's Health and Emergency Services team and Return to the Workplace Task Force have worked closely with our partners at the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit to ensure enhanced and thorough procedures and protocols are in place for a safe and sustainable recovery. The following services and facilities will reopen as of August 4 Service Simcoe Contact Centre (Administration Centre As of August 4, 2020, the Service Simcoe Contact Centre will be open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Public access will be restricted to the atrium area via the Administration Centre’s front entrance. Safety measures have been installed to ensure the safety of both staff and the public. These measures include: • Plexiglass barriers • Floor social distancing markers Pictured is the Outdoor Lunch Craighurst Style. • Designated visitor washrooms Craighurst Women’s Institute, not daunted by COVID 19, met responsibly at the • Touchless POS Craighurst Park for a distanced picnic. We brought our own chairs, lunch and • Roped barriers beverage. • Directional signage The meeting opened with the Ode, the Mary Stewart Collect and the Institute Guests are reminded to adhere to safety precautions when visiting the Administration Centre, grace. On the Agenda was get well cards for absent members, what and when and including wearing a face covering at all times when in common areas inside the building how will we resume (no definite answers to that one). We did decide that our August and exercising proper hand sanitization. Additional sanitization stations have been set up to meeting will take the same shape as June and July. accommodate this. We then continued with updates on internet service (term used loosely), how the Simcoe County Museum gardens are growing, how the neighbours are, and will Carol bring her ukulele next As of August 4, 2020, the Simcoe County Museum will be open seven days a week, with Meeting? Don’t sit Under the Apple Tree and Irene Goodnight were featured today, reduced hours between 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to allow for enhanced cleaning. Residents will with no accompaniment. (July’s meeting had guitar and song boards.) be required to reserve a time in advance of their visit. Bookings can be made through the The members are all in good spirits, are all staying home and minding the Premier, Museum’s website at museum.simcoe.ca no earlier than five days prior to the visit and can and send best wishes to the Community of Craighurst. We recommend Loobie’s and be completed the day of if space remains. When booking, residents will be required to answer Amiche’s take-outs and/or Patios. screening questions for their entire group. If the screening test is failed, the time slot will be cancelled to ensure safety of staff and other guests. Groups are limited to a maximum of 10 people, and time slots are bookable in 30-minute increments, allowing time between visitors for adequate physical distancing, but tours may take between 1 to 2 -hours. All guests are required to wear a face covering when indoors. Admission is by donation only; all donations are to be made through debit or credit card as cash is not accepted at this time. Select outdoor buildings and interactive displays, including the cottage, green barns, Red Pine House, and the Longhouse will not be accessible. As the provider and manager of emergency services, paramedic services, social and community services, long term care and seniors services, waste management, tourism and economic development programs, the County has responded during COVID-19 to offer recovery initiatives, continue program delivery, keep residents safe and offer program Treating You Like Family Since 1983 expansions during the pandemic. County staff quickly adjusted to virtual work from home options and continued to provide services and programs to residents, clients and partners at a high level. Close to 80 per cent of the County’s 1,900 staff work in, or directly support, service Call for Professional Advice and program areas deemed essential by the Government of Ontario, and more than 90 staff members working in non-essential roles during the pandemic have been redeployed to support Barrie: 705-726-2551 Orillia: 705-326-5664 critical needs in the County’s long term care and seniors services division – a sector greatly impacted during the pandemic. Colin Marshall [email protected] RVH resuming more services and opens Simcoe entrance to outpatients As the number of new COVID-19 cases declines in North Simcoe Muskoka, Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) continues to safely and gradually resume some surgeries, procedures and ambulatory services. This includes cardiac, paediatric, medicine, some Imaging services such as mammography, mental health and renal services as well as opening the clinics at the Rizzardo Health and Wellness Centre in Innisfil. Throughout the pandemic, Automobile Residential Business Farm Recreational RVH continued to perform emergency surgeries, as well as most cancer services. As the majority of RVH’s outpatient clinics are located near the lower level Simcoe entrance, www.wmib.ca this entrance will re-open for ambulatory patients effective Tuesday, August 4. Patients will be advised prior to coming to the health centre if they should now use the Simcoe or Main entrance depending on which clinic they are attending. If an outpatient requires assistance from a support person, this must be communicated to the booking clerk GBGH encourages medical attention when needed prior to arrival. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Patients and support people will be screened upon arrival and are asked to bring and wear is reassuring patients it is safe to receive care based on the many safety measures their own clean face mask, otherwise one appropriate mask per person will be provided. the hospital has implemented over the past four months. Whether individuals Masks must be worn at all times in the health centre. Patients are to wait only in the designated need Emergency department care or have an elective procedure booked, GBGH is waiting areas, maintain physical distancing and practice thorough hand washing. prepared to meet the health care needs of the community it serves. RVH recently welcomed back a limited number of visitors as part of its safe, staged plan to In mid-June, the hospital safely resumed some elective procedures and surgeries resume visitation. Anyone arriving for their pre-scheduled visit with an inpatient will use the based on specific criteria laid out by the provincial government to help maintain Main entrance only. As a reminder, designated visitors must book their visit with the patient’s safety. These include enhanced cleaning practices, a stable rate of COVID cases in care team by calling the inpatient unit directly by 4 p.m. the day prior. Visitors must be on an the area, a reliable supply of PPE and medication, having a plan for pre-operative approved list to be permitted entry. Currently, patients are allowed one visitor over 16 years diagnostic testing, and having staff and space to care for patients in the event of a old during one of the daily visitation blocks --10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. once a week COVID patient surge. for no more than one hour at a time. As surgeries/procedures ramp up to 60 per cent of the hospitals’ capacity, GBGH If you are coming to Emergency, you may request one support person to accompany you if continues to work through the backlog of cases in a safe and efficient matter while you require support but this is at the discretion of the care team and that support person may keeping patient safety a priority. only be in designated areas of Emergency. For more information please visit www.rvh.on.ca. Page 2 Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.springwaternews.ca Additionally, the hog sector support program will provide farmers with up to $5 million to help cover their maintenance fees. The province of Ontario is also providing up to $1.5 million to process and package surplus pork for food banks, and to provide those in need with fresh, Springwater News locally produced pork products. This funding comes to our community through the 9 Glenview Avenue Canadian Agricultural Partnership, a fiveyear, $3-billion Elmvale ON L0L 1P0 commitment by Canada’s federal, provincial and territorial Publisher/Editor/Owner: Michael and Margaret Ann Jacobs governments to support Canada’s agri-food and agri- product sectors. Additionally, the province is expanding the Tel: 705 322-2249 • Cell: 705 321-BOLD (2653) Agri-food Workplace Protection Program and committing e-mail: [email protected] up to $15 million to enhance health and safety measures www.springwaternews.ca on farms and in food processing facilities. The Enhanced Issuu.com/springwaternews Agri-food Workplace Protection Program provides cost- Articles can be dropped off, mailed share funding for farmers to purchase PPE and implement and/or e-mailed to the above address or left in the workplace modifications and other measures. Elmvale Library ‘Drop Box’ 24 hours a day. It is because of the contributions of all our essential THE NEXT PAPER will be on Aug 6, 2020. workers, and especially because of our famers, that the Publications Mail Contract No. 1443739. food supply in Ontario has remained strong and steady, Unaddressed Admail No. 3684814. despite the disruptions of COVID-19. Thank you to all the farmers within our community who have gone above and Springwater News is published every two weeks and delivered Our community thrives based on the contributions of beyond to continue to provide Ontario with locally grown by Canada Post and available at newsstands throughout the areas its members. During the COVID-19 pandemic, so many and healthy food options during this pandemic. mentioned below. The opinions expressed in articles contributed people have stepped up and gone above and beyond to Additionally - The government has created new funding by interested parties and through the ‘Letters to the Editor’ do help support others where they live, or to provide essential streams as part of a safe reopening of Ontario's public not necessarily reflect the opinion of this newspaper and/or the services that maintain our way of life. schools in the fall. These funds will serve to enhance cleaning editor. The editor reserves the right to edit all submitted articles Throughout this pandemic, our farmers have continued measures, provide PPE, bring healthcare professionals into or letters for clarity and space or to avoid obscenity, libel or to provide safe and sustainable options for consumers, schools and provide additional supports for students in invasion of privacy. All contributions must have the writer’s full and have kept our grocery store shelves stocked. Like need," sadi Doug Downey, MPP for Barrie - Springwater name, address and telephone number for verification. Copyrights many essential services, farmers have continued to work - Oro-Medonte. "Our government will continue to actively are claimed on all original articles. tirelessly throughout the pandemic, and incurred more monitor the situation regarding COVID-19 and consider Springwater News pays for 20,000 papers per edition. costs due to the increased safety measures they have had any adjustments necessary. We are 18,850 are delivered by Canada Post to; to undertake. committed to protecting our students, 755 in the Utopia/Grenfel area L0L 1B0 and L0L 1B2 That is why the governments of staff and teachers and ensuring a 3012 in the Barrie City/Rural area Ontario and Canada are investing up to Safe September and beyond." 4280 in South Springwater Township $10 million in emergency assistance for 138 to the new boxes in Minesing. beef and hog farmers. This funding will The new Supermarket near our If you know of someone not getting the paper, who got it help cover the increased costs faced by house has an automatic water before the restructuring, please let me know. farmers due to COVID-19 processing mister to keep the produce fresh. 625 in Phelpston L0L 2K0 delays. This funding will also help Just before it goes on, you hear 630 in Hillsdale including the Rural Routes L0L 1V0 redirect surplus pork products to help the sound of distant thunder and 2550 in Elmvale including the former R R# 1, 2 & 3 L0L 1P0 which those in need. This program will help the smell of fresh rain. includes Orr Lake, Waverley and some Tiny Beaches Road areas farmers as they ensure the country’s When you approach the milk 265 in the Wyebridge area L0K 2E0 food supply chain remains strong and cases, you hear cows mooing and 975 in Wyevale L0L 2T0 including Conc. 8 and some TBRS areas, ready to fully recover as the economy witness the scent of fresh hay. 1325 in Perkinsfield including Balm Beach to Whippoorwill gradually and safely reopens. When you approach the egg case, 1100 in R.R.# 1, L4R 4K3 (775) & 2, L4R 4K4 (300) areas of Midland Beef farmers will be able to claim $2 you hear hens cluck and cackle which includes Vasey, Ebenezer and the area North-West of Wyebridge per head of cattle per day to help pay for and the air is filled with the 2900 in Northern Tiny including SS 3, 5, 6, 7 & 8 of Penetanguishene additional maintenance costs through pleasing aroma of bacon and eggs (Postal Codes L9M -1R2, -1R3 & -2H7) the beef cattle set-aside program. This frying. 150 through mail outs and subscriptions in Canada funding will help farmers keep their The veggie department features Subscriptions are available across Canada for $60/year and market-ready animals on farms for the smell of fresh buttered corn. $100/year in U.S. of A. extended periods of time due to the Available from Cathy Walton I don't buy toilet paper there any COVID-19 processing delays. at 705 728-1388 for $40. more.

Vanishing Barns - Cathy Walton has been researching barns in Flos and Vespra Townships (now Springwater) for the last six years and has published the results in the

book “Vanishing Barns”. Concession 9, E ½ Lot 1, Vespra Township Concession 9, E ½ Lot 1, Vespra Township 1100 Vespra Valley Road,If you Springwater are interested Township in a copy, please contact Cathy at 705 728-1388 or1100 [email protected] Vespra Valley Road, Springwater. Township Walter and Janice (Mawhiney) Priest

Owners 1990-present Walter and Janice (Mawhiney) Priest Built: The first barn was built in 1877. 1960-1990 Mel and Helen (Middleton) Priest, 112 acres The second barn was built in 1909. 1923-1960 John (Jack) and Mary (Waples) Priest bought Dimensions: first barn 25 x 40’ -1923 Thomas and Florence Ney NE ¼ second barn 36 x 70’ 1876-1921 Henry and Jane (McDevitt) Priest Bents: 5 Concession 9, SE ¼ Lot 1, 50 acres Water Source: artesian well 1872-1876 Samuel and Eliza (Standen) Jacob of Vespra, 200 acres 1869-1872 John Wesley and Janet (Corbett) Jacobs 1864-1869 Robert Houston Laird of Barrie H. P. stands for Henry Priest. 1909 1836-1864 David and John Torrance of Montreal It is not known what the M. represents. January 1836 William Ware of Toronto 1835 Luke E. Carseallan of Fredericksburg received 200 acres from the Crown Henry Priest married Lizzie Jacobs before purchasing this property. Lizzie died in childbirth in 1875 and the child died of diphtheria. In 1877, after buying theses 50 acres, Henry went north and worked in the lumbering industry where he met his second wife Jane McDevitt. His brothers Albert and Frederick cleared the land, and Frederick built a log house.

Mel didn’t want to milk cows, as his father Jack had done, so he took out the litter carrier and the stalls, and made a free stall for beef.

Walter and Janice (Mawhiney) Priest, “The Priest Family Tree”, A History of the Community of Minesing p. 103. A History of Vespra Township p. 90. Simcoe County Land Registry, An artesian well piped water inside the milk house and Jack Priest, son of Henry, added a foundation to the Barrie, ON. then to an outside trough for the cattle to use. new foundation of the 1909 barn in July 1927.

94 Barn to the left is the 1909 barn. Barn to the right is the older 1877 barn.

95 Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • Phone 705.322.2249 Cell: 705.321.2653 Page 3 Ontario Releases Plan for Safe Reopening of Schools in September Psst... Have you Heard The Ontario government is announcing the safe reopening of schools for in-class BritisH invasion coming! instruction beginning this September. The government has unveiled a plan that prioritizes the health and safety of students and staff, and provides school boards with unprecedented resources and flexibility, while accommodating regional differences British Fine Foods & Bakery in trends of key public health indicators. This plan was developed in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, the COVID-19 Command Table and paediatric experts. Elementary schools (Kindergarten to Grade 8) will reopen provincewide, with in-class instruction five days a week. 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As such, SCDSB schools and adult learning centres will reopen to see an additional $10 million dedicated to mental health staff, resources, and programs, as well as $15 students on the first day of school, September 8, 2020. million in technology funding to support the procurement of over 35,000 devices for Ontario's students Based on this direction, the SCDSB will finalize our reopening plan in to support their synchronous learning in-school and beyond. consultation with the Ministry of Education and the Simcoe Muskoka The Ministry of Education has received clear and compelling public health guidance to inform the District Health Unit (SMDHU). Further information, including information delivery of instruction for boards for the 2020-2021 school year. These decisions are adaptable to about health and safety, mental health and well-being and transportation, changing public health situations and were based on the rigorous and data-informed guidance of leading will be shared with families and the public as soon as details are finalized. medical, epidemiological, and paediatric leaders in the province. In June 2020, the SCDSB conducted a consultation with students and "Based on the current data, we are seeing that overall instances of COVID-19 are declining in Ontario. parents/guardians to learn what important factors should be considered When considering the health of the whole child, and as long as this trend continues, we believe that in preparation for the 2020-2021 school year. We received feedback from with the appropriate measures and strategies in place to handle potential outbreaks and prevent spread, over 1,500 students and 7,800 parents/guardians, which supported the schools are expected to be a safe place for Ontario's students and staff who attend in person," said Dr. development of our return to school plans. In the coming days, parents/ David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of Health. "We will continue to closely monitor the situation to guardians will again be contacted by the SCDSB to complete a survey ensure the safety of students and staff and will be prepared to transition to alternative options should as we work to gather information regarding individual student/family circumstances change." circumstances in preparation for September. 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PICK UP & DELIVERY AVAILABLE • The government will be releasing a Policy/Program Memorandum (PPM) to school boards to outline the requirements for educators and board staff in utilizing synchronous learning as part of remote tailored at the board and school levels for different audiences.The and online forms of instruction during the school year. professional learning will have a strong focus on building students’ • As part of Bill 197, the government enabled a double-cohort of students in the province’s social-emotional learning skills so that they can build resilience, demonstration schools for the 2020-2021 school year, which will provide critical support and manage their stress and build positive relationships. learning for students with severe learning needs. This was in direct response to the potential learning • On March 20, 2020, the Ministry of Education unveiled the Learn and development loss resulting from the school closure as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. at Home / Apprendre à la maison portal, which provides online • On June 19, 2020, the government released a provincial reopening guidance plan to school boards resources for families and students while schools remain closed. and asked boards to prepare their own restart plans for the upcoming school year, which they will • Parents and guardians still have until August 31, 2020 to apply for present to the Ministry of Education in early August. Support for Families. Under this program, parents or guardians of • The Ministry of Government and Consumer Services will supply key personal protective children between 0-12 years old, or up to 21 years old for children equipment and cleaning supplies to schools. Supplies needed for September are ready to be and youth with special needs, are eligible for a one-time payment, delivered to schools by mid-August. per child, to purchase educational materials to support learning at • Prior to school starting, School Mental Health Ontario will provide school boards with a home. professional learning framework and toolkit to support the mental health of all students that can be Page 4 Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.springwaternews.ca

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Committee of Adjustment ** Wednesday, August 26 at 7:00 p.m. Accessibility Survey Council Meeting Springwater is committed to providing accessible service to all residents and stakeholders. Wednesday, September 2 at 6:30 p.m. We are updating our Multi-year Accessibility Plan and want to know what is important to you. Share your thoughts by filling out a brief survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/ Council meetings with the exception of AccessibleSpringwater closed meetings are live streamed online at springwater.ca/live. A call in option Off-Road Vehicle Reminders (audio only) is also available. View the agenda for details. Where you can ride in Springwater **The Township will be proceeding with Trails statutory public meetings virtually using To ride on trails in Springwater you must be a member of the Zoom Conferencing and YouTube. Central Ontario ATV Club (COATV) or Simcoe County Off Additional information on the process Road Riders Association (SCORRA). Visit their websites for and how interested stakeholders may detailed trail maps or to purchase a membership. provide comment can be found online at: Roads springwater.ca/planning Off-road vehicles are permitted on municipal roads in Springwater with a few exceptions. There are four sections of municipal roads that remain restricted for off- road vehicle use: • Carson Road from Anne Street North to Bayfield Street North ADMINISTRATION • Doran Road from Finlay Mill Road to Gill Road CENTRE OPEN • Finlay Mill Road from Bayfield Street North to Doran Road • St. Vincent Street from the City of Barrie Limits to Pooles Road Where you are not permitted • Dirtbikes (with the exception of enduro bikes) are prohibited on Township of The Township Administration Centre has Springwater roads. They must be transported to the trails and riders must have a reopened to the public. SCORRA permit to use the trails. • All Provincial and County of Simcoe roads remain restricted for off-road vehicles use. The following precautions are in place: • Unopened road allowances remain restricted. • Stay home if you are feeling sick or The following trails remain restricted: displaying any symptoms of COVID-19. • The North Simcoe Rail Trail is off limits to off-road vehicles with the exception of the • Face coverings/masks are portion between Flos Road 4 W and Horseshoe Valley Road W. strongly encouraged. • The Old Penetanguishene Trail is off limits in its entirety. • Physical distancing of at least 2 metres (6 feet) is required. • Appointments are recommended, For a detailed map visit springwater.ca/ORV as wait times may be extended. Attentions Residents: Watering Restrictions in Effect For more information please visit: springwater.ca/covid19 Each year, warm weather places a higher demand on our water systems -- leading to decreased potable water reserves and low water pressure. In extreme cases, it puts the Water & Wastewater Bills water system at risk and makes it difficult to fight a fire. Watering Restrictions: Water/wastewater bills will be mailed Between June 1 and September 15 each year, the following watering restrictions apply shortly. The due date for payment is: to residents on municipal water:

August 31, 2020 • Residents with odd number civic addresses may use outdoor water on odd number • calendar days Pre-authorized debits will be processed • Residents with even number civic addresses may use outdoor water on even number as usual, unless directed by the account calendar days holder. If you would like the Township to not • Residents may only water lawns and gardens between the hours of 12 a.m. to 8 a.m. process your pre-authorized debit, please and 7 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. on their scheduled day send an email to [email protected] • Residents cannot use more than one tap for the purpose of watering a lawn or garden, or call 705-728-4784 Ext. 2070. or for washing their vehicle

P. 705-728-4784 | F. 705-728-6957 | E. [email protected] | springwater.ca | @springwatertwp Page 6 Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.springwaternews.ca We are getting bombarded about how awful the Covid-19 virus is and some people are walking scared. Remember McDonald’s warms health centre hearts the news mostly reports the sadness rather than the good with Healthcare Heroes Coffee Campaign Jordan Carson news. If there is a car accident, or a speeding driver or a Master Electrician DOI, we hear about it but about the other 99.9|% of the people who did not have an accident, or did not speed or 1087 Rainbow Valley Road did not drive impaired by alcohol or drugs, hardly a peep. Phelpston, ON L0L 2K0 And so it is with COVID-19. In Simcoe Muskoka, no one under 44 has died because of the [email protected] virus. As of the past weekend, there were only 20 active cases. 705.717.8767 Four are in the hospital and 16 (never hospitalized) which I would assume to mean the people are self isolating for 14 days. ECRA/ESA # 7011405 The rolling average number of reported cases has decreased from 12.1 cases on May 1 (worse period in SM) Editor’s Musings to .6 (less than one) on July 30th. The medium age of those 656 cases is 48, the medium age of those hospitalized is Is it my imagination or is the Cheez Whiz much more 68 and the medium age of those deceased is 83. Unlike soupier and juicier than it use to be? If I turned it upside the early days when older people had been predominately down, I am sure it would drain out. identified with the virus, the majority now are between 18 Another peeve - we buy the 4 litres of milk (actually 3.52 and 34 but no deaths. The COVID-19 pandemic did not stop Barrie’s imperial quarts or 4.23 US quarts) in three bags. You take A minor majority are female. Although not documented, McDonald's restaurants and its customers from once one of those bags, drop it in the appropriate pitchers which there have been reports that people with O-type blood again standing behind local healthcare workers. The are about 1 inch shorter than they should be, you snip off (me) have a lower incidence of getting the virus. Healthcare Heroes Program, a month-long fundraising the corner and voilà, you pour and as the bag collapses, In Simcoe-Muskoka, there have been 17 total outbreaks campaign, kicked off this spring and resulted in an milk leaks or drips unto the counter or table or place mat. 9 in long term Care Home, 1 on congregate settings, 4 incredible $20,000 raised to support patient care at Until the late 1960s, milk was packaged in heavy breakable in retirement homes and 3 in workplaces. This led to 23 Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH). glass bottles racking up big bills just for transportation. deaths all in long term care homes. “We chose to celebrate the healthcare heroes at RVH With the introduction of the plastic pouch in 1967, bags In Simcoe Muskoka were the testing rate per 10,000 is this year by encouraging a $5 donation in return for could easily be re sized, it was easier to transport and being hovering just over 100 (with 0.3% positive results July a coffee or tea of any size as well as a limited edition sealed, the milk would stay fresher longer...which seems 20th), the provincial average is 121.5 tests per 10,000. bumper sticker in honour of our heroes,” said Jason odd because the 4 litre jugs have lids whereas when you Despite all the fear of social distancing on the May O’Neill, owner/operator, Barrie. “We are incredibly snip the corner of a plastic bag, it is now open so more 24th weekend around beaches in various parts of Simcoe grateful to our guests for enthusiastically supporting easily contaminated (but I guess I am not following the Muskoka and on numerous weekends since then, there our efforts, making generous donations, and helping to digest which is a fancy word for brain washing). were no jumps in reported cases. honour our healthcare heroes in this meaningful way. 75 to 80% of milk sold in Ontario is bagged, 50% across Probably the worse news is that of the 656 cases, 36 died Our restaurant teams were one hundred per cent behind Canada. US thinks that a tad strange and most buy milk in which is a rate of 5.5%. But compared to the population of this initiative and we have been so impressed with jugs and cartons. Many other countries also use the plastic Simcoe Muskoka (550,000 including Barrie and Orillia), their dedication to safe operation and to supporting our bag scenario. that’s a death rate of 0.00655% or one in 15,278 people. community.” But why 4 lites in three bags? Probably marketing. After This is all on the Simcoe Muskoka website. Donations from Healthcare Heroes will help expand a year of bureaucratic wrangling, in 2014 it became legal Children - there have been 7,888 cases of COVID-19 in regional Intensive Care Unit (ICU) capacity at RVH, to sell three bags, each with only one litre of milk in them. patients under the age of 20 in Canada, according to Public which is critically needed by our growing community. I would call that marketing/profit. Health Agency of Canada data last updated Monday night. Already the health centre has opened more beds to Remember how many items use to come in larger Of those thousands of young infected patients, only one increase critical care capacity. This has included the containers but they were reduced in size with very little has died. We know that the one young Canadian to die purchase of new equipment for COVID-19 positive price change. after contracting COVID-19 is female, but nothing else – patients who will need ventilation and monitoring. Bacon? Remember, it use to be 500 grams per package. not their age, not whether their medical history left them The continued incredible generosity and support from When they changed to 375 grams, the price did not change. at higher risk of serious complications from infection, Barrie's McDonald's restaurants over the past several Potato chips use to be in 200 gram containers. Now the not even if they died because of COVID-19 or died of years has led to more than $185,000 in funds raised sizes are all over the map. something else after being diagnosed with the disease. for RVH’s Simcoe Muskoka Regional Child and Youth So folks, watch your milk containers. It is easy to change The report said, “We are aware of a recent death of a Mental Health Program and over the last two years, the the size of a plastic bag. How soon will we have containers Toronto resident who was in the 0-9 age category who Neonatal ICU. holding only one litre of milk? died with COVID-19, but not as a result of COVID-19. Don’t throw out those pitchers! from unintentional deaths such as drowning. Other reports claim (truthfully) that US has the most There’s a reason they are too Teens appear to be more infectious. Yet schools that have cases in the world but per 1M population, they are #10. small right now. reopened in most countries, including Germany, Singapore, Sweden which never shut down is in 19 spot. Canada is Norway, Denmark and Finland, haven’t experienced in 62 spot. Nice rainfall on Saturday outbreaks. Some schools in Israel had outbreaks last As for deaths per 1M pop, US is still 10th, Sweden which evening and Sunday. My rain month after class sizes were increased, but most infections never shut down is #8 here. Canada is 23rd. gauge had almost 1 & 3/4 inches in both teachers and students were mild. For tests per million, United States is 18th and Canada in it or in the modern tunes, 43 is 37th. mm. This is a picture of it back They are at it again. Go to Worldometer for more stats. around the 24th of June when we In 1988, they predicted the ice would be gone by the turn In the United States, according to the Centers for Disease recorded just short of 60 mm. of the century. Then it was 2011. Al Gore (the Inconvenient Control and Prevention, 30 children under age 15 have Truth - none of his predictions came true - NONE) said died from Covid-19. In a typical year it would be gone by 2014. Another prediction was 2018. 190 children die of the flu, 436 from Now it is mid century. suicide, 625 from homicide, and 4,114 Remember Polar Bears? They were supposed to be gone as well. 60-80% of the Polar Bears are Covid Chart in Ontario in Canada and there are up to 31,000 worldwide. In 2007, they predicted a Day New Cases Deaths Resolved W/virus 67% decline in their numbers. Sorry the Apr 6 309 = 4,347 13 = 132 1624 2591 population continues to grow. But the Apr 14 606 (11,184) 31 = 584 3568 4051 ‘EXPERTS’ are suggesting they will Apr 24 640 (13,519) 50 = 763 7087 5669 be gone by the year 2100. You and I Apr 25 476 (13,995) 48 = 811 7509 5675 won’t be here but I would love to predict Apr 29 347 (15,728) 45 = 996 9612 5120 another miss. May 6 412 (18,722) 68 = 1429 13,222 4071 On the 11th of August, 1958, the May 10 294 (20,238) 35 = 1634 14,774 3030 nuclear powered USS Skate, a submarine May 17 340 (22,653) 23 = 1881 17,360 3412 weighing 3000 tons, surfaced at the May 19 427 (23,384) 15 = 1919 17,889 3576 North Pole in clear unfrozen water. May 26 287 (26,191) 21 = 2123 19,958 4110 In a story about the submarine, and June 5 338 (29,047) 19 = 2312 22,802 3933 MIDHURST Commander James Calvert, it says, “The June 12 182 (31,726) 11 = 2498 26,174 3054 clarity of the water and the amount of June 18 173 (32,917) 3 = 2553 28,012 2352 light startled him. At this same depth in HARMACY June 25 189 (34,205) 10 = 2641 29,519 2046 P the Atlantic—180 feet—the water was July 2 153 (35,370) 4 = 2680 30,737 1953 Let’s Talk About… black or dark green at best, but here in the July 9 170 (36,348) 3 = 2703 31,986 1659 Ticks & Lyme Disease Arctic, it was pale blue like the tropical July 19 164 (37,604) 3 = 2751 33,392 1461 As we spend more time outdoors during the summer months we are at a waters off the Bahamas.” higher risk of exposure to ticks. July 20 135 (37,739) 1 = 2752 33,521 1475 In 2016 and in 2020, submarines have Ticks like moist environments and can be found in woodland areas, tall grasses July 21 203 (37,942) 1 = 2753 33,617 1572 surfaced around the North Pole but each and bushes. The two most common species in our area are black-legged and July 22 165 (38,107) 2 = 2755 33,801 1551 time they had to break through the ice. American dog ticks, with the former responsible for transmitting Lyme disease. July 23 103 (38,210) 0 = 2755 33,969 1486 Lyme disease may initially present as a distinctive circular/oval rash that is red, One has to wonder why we had open water July 24 195 (38.405) 3 = 2758 34,104 1543 blue or purple in colour. Fever, fatigue, muscle pain or headache may also be at the North Pole in 1958 and never since. present. Later stages of the disease can affect the nervous system, heart and may July 25 138 (38,543) 1 = 2759 34,226 1558 July 26 137 (38,680) 4 = 2763 34,348 1569 cause arthritis. With the projected defunding of the Prevent Lyme disease by not getting bit! Use insect repellant containing at July 27 119 (38,799) 1 = 2764 34,454 1581 police in US, and people being advised least 10% DEET or Icaridin, wear light-coloured clothing to make ticks more July 28 111 (38,910) 4 = 2768 34.552 1589 to be prepared to give up their phones visible, and tuck your pants into your socks. If you do get bit, remove the tick July 29 76 (38,986) 1 = 2769 34,619 1577 and wallets to armed bandits, the sales immediately. We have tick removal kits and repellants available at the pharmacy. July 30 89 (39,075) 3 = 2772 34,777 1526 Due to COVID-19, the health unit no longer accepts submission of ticks, but of guns in July increased 133% to 1,795, July 31 134 (39,209) 3 = 2775 34,896 1538 the free app, eTick.ca can be used to identify the species quickly and accurately. 602 over July 2019. July was the fifth Aug 1 124 (39,333) 2 = 2777 35,006 1550 month in a row to set gun sales records. 94 Finlay Mill Rd, Midhurst ON Aug 2 116 (39,449) 1 = 2778 35,128 1543 Aug 3 88 ( 39,537) 0 = 2778 705.503.7333 | www.pharmasavemidhurst.com Charles - how are the tomato plants? Aug 4 91 (39,628) 4 = 2782 35586 1260

Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • Phone 705.322.2249 Cell: 705.321.2653 Page 7 Healthy Communication RVH eases visiting restrictions; County of Simcoe to extend local When we speak to another person, they receive two maintains strict safety guidelines waste facility operations messages. One of the messages is sent in the words we As the number of new COVID-19 cases continues at select sites have spoken. The other is in the way the message is to decline in North Simcoe Muskoka, Royal Victoria delivered. The latter is often the clearest reflection of what Regional Health Centre (RVH) is pleased to welcome back Midhurst/July 27, 2020 – Starting the week of July is really going on inside of us. a limited number of visitors as part of its safe, phased plan 27, the County of Simcoe’s Tosorontio and Mara waste We may snap at someone because we are upset with to resume visitation. facilities will expand operating days and Matchedash someone else. The message received by the one at whom Visitor restrictions, except for compassionate reasons, waste facility will reopen to the public. we snapped is that we are unhappy with him or her. A were introduced in mid-March as a safety measure to limit Matchedash Waste Facility – As of July 27, Matchedash partner may try to engage us in a serious conversation, but non-essential entry to the health centre, contain the spread will operate Sundays and Mondays 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. if we are holding some resentment towards that person, of COVID-19 and keep patients and staff safe. (Please note: Due to servicing limitations, Matchedash our body language or sarcastic tone will indicate that “People have understood that visitor restrictions were an will be operating on cash only, rounded down to the something is wrong. The problem is that our partner may important safety precaution taken during the pandemic, but nearest $5, until a cashless system can be installed.) be confused, thinking our issue is with the subject under we recognize the separation was very difficult for patients Tosorontio Waste Facility – Starting July 28, Tosorontio discussion. and their loved ones,” says Nancy Savage, executive vice will operate Tuesday through Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 Ideally, communication is most effective when there is president Patient and Family Experience. “Visitors are p.m. congruence between our words and our nonverbal cues. vital to patients’ well-being and recovery and are integral Mara Waste Facility – Starting July 30, Mara will One aspect of maturity is taking care of our internal members of the care team. RVH is thrilled that we are now operate Thursday through Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. emotional environment, so it does not spill over onto able to begin gradually lifting visitor restrictions.” These changes apply to the three sites listed above only. others who have nothing to do with it. RVH’s phased approach to resuming visitation was The County’s remaining waste facilities will continue When we are having issues with another, we must developed in consultation with the health centre’s infection to operate on the modified pandemic-related schedule first consider whether the problem belongs with us,or prevention experts, along with members of its Patient implemented May 25. The full schedule can be found at with the other. We may be sad when our teenager would Family Advisory Council. Safety remains RVH’s highest simcoe.ca/covid19. The County also encourages residents rather spend Saturday night with friends than with family priority, so strict infection control measures will remain in to download the Simcoe County Collects app to view However, it is likely our problem-our reluctance to accept place and the health centre is not able to resume open, 24/7 your waste calendar and to receive updates on our waste her development of a life separate from ours-and not family presence at this time. services. Service Simcoe is also open to field inquiries by something we can lay on her. In this first phase of the visitation plan, admitted patients phone and email Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 705- If we are snarky when we say goodbye as she leaves, we will be permitted one visitor, once a week for one hour 735-6901 or [email protected]. only succeed in delivering a guilt trip, and she will resent during specific, pre-booked blocks of time. In May, the County was among one of the first us for that. Far better to own up to our sadness that she is The new visitation plan includes the following protocols: municipalities in the area to reopen waste facilities to growing up, but to send her off with lots of love. • Each admitted patient will identify one visitor assist residents and local businesses and help meet their In order to prevent non-verbal messages from (minimum 16 years of age) and an alternate to minimize waste disposal needs. Taking into account health and sabotaging our relationships we must first be clear with the number of people entering the health centre. safety guidelines and staffing/resourcing limitations due to ourselves about what is going on. Then, we must strive to • Visiting times will be scheduled in advance by COVID-19, the County created a modified schedule that communicate clearly and directly to others, so there is at the calling the inpatient unit directly the day before. allowed five of eight sites to operate five days per week. least an opportunity to deal openly with whatever we are • Patients will be allowed one visitor, once a week The County and our front-line staff ask feeling. during one of the daily visitation blocks; 10 a.m. to 1 that residents continue to follow all Public Health Another pitfall is expecting another to know how we p.m. OR 5 to 8 p.m. daily. Mental Health visiting hours recommendations. If you are in self isolation, stay at home. feel. We may think it should be obvious to the other that are 4 to 8 p.m. Visits will be limited to one hour at a time. Please don’t make any unnecessary visits to the sites and they have said or done something to upset us. Then there • To ensure safe physical distancing, visitation adhere to physical distancing when interacting with staff is anger for the incident, and now anger that they did not must be staggered for patients sharing a room. Visitors and other site users. When physical distancing is not realize how their words or actions affected us. must maintain a two metre distance between patients possible, Public Health strongly recommends wearing a A variation of this theme is, "If you really loved me you and members of the care team. mask in all settings. would know." This puts the other person in an impossible • Most visitors will use RVH’s Main entrance, County of Simcoe is composed of sixteen member place. Our logic is that since they didn't know, it proves unless directed otherwise, where they will be screened municipalities and provides crucial public services to they don't love us! Other than reaffirming their love, how for COVID-19 symptoms. Visitors who fail screening County residents in addition to providing paramedic and does one deal with this? Now that person is offended at will be denied entry to the health centre. social services to the separated cities of Barrie and Orillia. the suggestion that they don't love you when they really • Visitors must bring and wear a clean mask for Visit our website at simcoe.ca. do. Although perhaps it is not conscious, this is quite a the duration of their visit, while also following safety manipulative stance to take. precautions such as hand-washing, wearing of Personal This is an inner child reaction, much as the young child Protective Equipment, if required, and physical might assert that mommy doesn't love me because she distancing. If a visitor doesn’t have an appropriate mask, wouldn't give me what I want. If we have not healed our a mask will be provided. inner child issues, we will project them onto our partner. • Visitors must go directly to and from the unit But that is another column. they are visiting and should not use common areas of (see my MP3 on Codependency and Projection.) the building, other than designated washrooms. Gwen Randall-Young is an author and award-winning • Ambulatory patients coming to RVH’s psychologist. For permission to reprint this article, or to Emergency department or for an outpatient procedure obtain books, CDs or MP3s, visit www.gwen.ca. Follow or clinic visit will be allowed one support person in Gwen on Facebook for daily inspiration. circumstances where assistance is needed. That support person should be identified at the time the appointment/ treatment is booked. 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The Heritage Advisory on CTV2 July 27, 2020) if the waterfront parking 17 18 19 Committee, who evaluated the hall in October 2019, were is about safety then why are you not reducing the recommending that Council vote not to designate. capacity of the parking lots? Every other venue 20 21 22 23 24 25 Shortly before the meeting, a number of residents heard for example restaurants is reducing their capacity about the recommendation and decided that they wanted to in keeping with covid protocols. They are doing 26 27 28 29 30 see the heritage of the hall preserved. The hall was built in it by physically closing of capacity to patrons and 1927 and has since served as a community hub in Midhurst. not basing it on discrimination of residency. Why 31 32 33 It was built primarily by residents and has a long history would a municipal venue be any different? Right 34 35 36 of supporting the community: it hosted Vespra Township now, you have 100% capacity available and if all Council meetings until 1967, served as a school for a number are used by Barrie residents only, as you desire it 37 38 39 40 41 42 of years, and was the birthplace of the Midhurst Hall Board, would still create an unsafe condition. the group that plans numerous community events every year, Why not follow the example of Ontario Parks 43 44 45 46 47 including the Soapbox Derby, Classic Car Show, Midhurst for instance at Wasaga, they have closed off 50% Autumnfest, and more. of their parking lots and not by discriminatory 48 49 50 A petition was started that encouraged Council to vote pricing? Go and take a look, both at Provincial to designate the Midhurst Community Hall as a heritage Park Beach Area 1 and along the Provincial Park 51 52 53 property. The petition was shared between residents and over Allanwood Beach Area. 100 signed prior to the meeting. At their meeting, the petition You and your downtown want support as it was presented and Council decided to request that staff report benefits your businesses but you won’t return the Across Down back with further options on heritage designations, and that benefit to your neighbours to park at the waterfront 1 Like some scientists 1 Sew up Workable wood 2 Compass they would make a decision at a later date when they had even for an hour to have a coffee, without charging Across 4 Down 7 Sheik’s steed 3 Sunrise occurs at this time more information. triple the normal parking rate. Discriminating 1 Like some scientists 1 Sew up 11 Prohibition ___ 4 Out Residents and those with ties to Midhurst are still encouraged against neighbouring residents is not the solution. 4 Workable wood 2 Compass to sign the petition to support the designation of the hall as a Do you not realize you have the enviable fortune 12 Pollinator 5 Goes with jet 7 Sheik's steed 3 Sunrise occurs at this time heritage property. For updates on the campaign and to sign by virtue of geography to enjoy one of Ontario’s 13 Unadorned 6 Spiderman is one 11 the petition, please visit http://chng.it/xFgr6KWJn8 or visit great resources while others by virtue of geography 14Prohibition Without precedent ___ 7 Talents 4 Out change.org and search ‘Midhurst Community Hall.’ are being shut out by discrimination? If it is safety 1215Pollinator Prepared baby food 8 Bled 5 Goes with jet Hale Mahon you are concerned with, then do like any other 1317Unadorned Waltz, e.g. 9 Plural existence 6 Spiderman is one Midhurst venue and close 50% of the parking. 1419Without Heating precedent alternative 10 __, Bath and Beyond 7 Talents A recent article in the Globe and Mail July 18th 1520Prepared Continue baby food 16 Purpose 8 Bled Association of Municipalities highlights a message from Michael Bryant, executive 1722Waltz, Inconsequential e.g. 18 Old tapes 9 Plural existence As a resident of Springwater Township, I am very director of the Canadian Civil Liberties Association 1926Heating Close toalternative the shoreline 21 Palindromic guy 10 __, Bath and Beyond disappointed in the direction that Ontario Municipalities and former Ontario attorney-general, where he 2030Continue Ripped your shirt 23 It goes with “neither” 16 Purpose 31 Seeded cereal grasses 24 Natural resource are taking with respect to public waterfront access. Many warns that barring categories (i.e. non residents) 22 Inconsequential 18 Old tapes 32 In demand 25 Bloodshot municipalities have enacted parking restrictions, exorbitant from public spaces raises serious legal concerns. He 26 Close to the shoreline 34 Poplars, for example 26 Place for a nap 21 Palindromic guy parking fees and outright bans on non-residents. said that nothing in provincial legislation allows it, 30 Ripped your shirt 23 It goes with "neither" that it could lead to discriminatory enforcement and 36 It’s definite 27 Scull Springwater Township is a landlocked municipality without 31 Seeded cereal grasses 24 Natural resource that it contravenes the freedom of mobility section of 37 ___ with the same 28 Had some nuts access to any significant waterfront for either swimming or 32 In demand 25 Bloodshot launching of watercrafts. the Charter of Rights and Freedom. "It just defies the brush 29 Give leave 34 Poplars, for example 26 Place for a nap These municipalities are creating a discriminatory idea that we're all Canadians, he said" Well I think 39 Note to the audience 33 Disney’s “The ___ Dog” environment. Do they not realize they have the enviable it already has led to discriminatory enforcement. 3643It's Closing definite 35 Took a seat 27 Scull fortune by virtue of geography to enjoy one of Ontario’s great Further in the article you indicated that the City 3747___ Leaves with inthe a same bag brush 38 Chest bones 28 Had some nuts resources while others by virtue of geography are being shut tried to use pricing to keep visitors down, which you 3948Note Facilitate to the audience 40 Gossip column tidbit 29 Give leave out by discrimination? indicated yourself as ineffective. Well the pricing is 4349Closing Snare 41 Sweetie 33 Disney's "The ___ Dog" A recent article in the Globe and Mail July 18th highlights still in effect. 4750Leaves Swallow in a bag 42 Sits down for dinner 35 Took a seat Take in, as a movie a message from Michael Bryant, executive director of the So, use your powers under the emergency 4851Facilitate Holes in needles 43 38 Chest bones 52 Operative 44 Stable diet Canadian Civil Liberties Association and former Ontario provisions and close 50% of the parking lots and 49 Snare 40 Gossip column tidbit 53 Lady 45 Administer attorney-general, where he warns that barring categories stop this discriminatory pricing. That would be 50 Swallow 41 Sweetie the most palatable and sensible option and could 46 Catch a few Z’s (i.e. non residents) from public spaces raises serious legal 51 Holes in needles 42 Sits down for dinner withstand the test against covid protocols and concerns. He said that nothing in provincial legislation allows 52 Operative Black Lives Matter - revisited 43 Take in, as a movie it, that it could lead to discriminatory enforcement and that it safety. I know your residents would say but its 53TheLady death of George Flloyd in Minneapolis brought racism44 Stable diet contravenes the freedom of mobility section of the Charter our parking and our beach, I say its no more their around the world under the microscope. Thousands of articles45 of Rights and Freedom. "It just defies the idea that we're all parking and beach as is a table in a local restaurant Administer have been written and hundreds fact finding missions have 46beenCatch a few Z's Canadians, he said" that has to close half of their tables. undertaken to illustrate that more Blacks and Latinos are arrested These resources do not belong to any one municipality and I can tell you that in my 40 years having lived in by police than other cultural and ethnic groups. With the growing public access should be afforded to all Ontarians on a fair the area and some of it early in Barrie, I feel totally protests, incidents of racism were shown to be ‘systemic’, built and equitable basis and not whether they are a resident in the alienated and unwelcome in the City of Barrie by into our culture and sanctioned by the establishment. Good grief, municipality adjacent to the waterfront. your actions. could this be true? Tom Nollert Springwater Township Tom Nollert Springwater Township Everyone agrees that People Of Colour should not receive Poor Internet Speeds Cause One Midhurst Community to Organize Towards Action harsher prison sentences than their mainstream counterparts, MIDHURST, Ontario- A quiet community in the guidelines complete with a sanitization station stocked nor should they receive fewer resources in health care and northern part of Midhurst Ontario have organized with facemasks, hand sanitizer and cleaning wipes. education. As a society we recognize the importance of equality around their shared experience with poor internet. “COVID-19 is partly the reason we are all experiencing and fairness. Resident Jeff Kerk led a presentation with locals and such poor internet because everyone is at home and we But the Black Lives Matter groups are continuing to expand their municipal leaders including Mayor Don Allen, Deputy are overwhelming existing infrastructure. I spoke with demands to include equality of economic opportunity. But must Mayor Jennifer Coughlin and Councillor Wanda one resident today who delayed his college acceptance equality of opportunity also mean equality in numbers? If the Maw-Chapman. Kerk thanked MP Doug Shipley and because he couldn’t connect to his virtual classes OPP are to hire 200 new recruits next year, how many should MPP Doug Downey who sent their regrets. “Both and one mother in tears because of the frustrating be People of Colour and particularly Black. Well, 50% sounds Dougs wanted to connect with Zoom- but we only experience she had with her kids and home schooling,” fair. But the Black community comprises but 6% of Canada’s have bandwidth for one. I couldn’t decide,” Kerk said co-organizer Jeff Kearney. The group included ethnically diverse population. (Stats.Can.) Should the selection joked to the crowd. The presentation reviewed the residents whose children were unable to participate in committee hire 12 or 100 Black recruits? current experience of residents of Gill Road, Hillview distance learning as well as individuals who have been The medical faculty of any Canadian university has room Crescent and Crystalwood Lane. Internet speeds forced to take a leave of absence from their careers due for say 50 new applicants. The Black Lives Matter protesters are and available technology were discussed as well as to inability to participate in virtual meetings or events. arguing that the number of Blacks be overrepresented regardless emerging technologies like Starlink from SpaceX. The In response to a question about the municipality’s of their qualifications. presentation also considered different options available responsibility, Mayor Don Allen provided some insight And three Canadian universities are making ‘adjustments’ and to the community and ended with a recommendation “We hear a number of complaints about poor internet will accept underachievers. for residents to stay organized and persevere. “If service from across Springwater and we continue Black lives matter - of course they do, but they should not acceptable internet won’t come to us, then we will build to work closely with the County of Simcoe and its matter more. the infrastructure ourselves. We cannot settle for the SWIFT- Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology Joffre McCleary, Barrie Ontario minimum- we will settle for the best,” exclaimed Kerk initiative - to advocate for better, faster internet speeds Greetings Folks, to a cheerful crowd, citing examples of communities in all areas of Simcoe County. Innovative solutions In your July 23, 2020 edition of Springwater News there is a who have built their own infrastructure or enticed big like the ones discussed tonight are what we need. picture on page 16 with the caption: "Does anyone still have a telcos to their communities. Provincially funded programs like ICON are the way little round scar on their arm?" Apparently, this was a Small Pox The event was held outdoors on Kerk’s property to get there.” inoculation. and asked residents to respect social distancing Jeff Kerk Yes, there are still a few people around. I, along with my 4 Library statistics siblings, immigrated to Canada with our parents from the In 2019, the Springwater Libraries had 93,197 people pass through their doors. Circulation of physical material Netherlands in 1951. We were all inoculated for Small Pox. My was 90,980 but we had another 8,931 from e-books and e-audiobooks. Our computers were used 14,271 times sisters received the inoculation in their arms but I have 4 round as well. These numbers are for all three branches, but Elmvale leads in the number of people in the building and scars on my left leg. computer usage. Midhurst tends to have more physical checkouts. Apparently, Small Pox was the first disease eradicated with a These numbers are going to be completely wacky this year due to the closure and moving everything online for vaccine. four months and counting. Already our e-books and e-audiobooks checkouts pretty much doubled in April and May. Al de Koning I just thought that was interesting and wanted to share! Don't bother just to be better than your contemporaries or Jodie Player Delgado, MLIS, APLL Chief Executive Officer predecessors Try to be better than yourself. --William Faulkner Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • Phone 705.322.2249 Cell: 705.321.2653 Page 9 Local arm &a l Availa bHleoney ANTEN MILLS NEWS by Dennis Gannon Sw Remov This will be a Civic Holiday or Simcoe Day weekend to Bee Wasp remember for certain. On Sunday just shy of 2 inches of rain fell in Anten Mills and a similar amount in Phelpston. According to the CoCoRahs weather page, there was almost 4 inches that fell in the south end of Barrie. Those 48 Alliance Blvd, Unit 104 are significant amounts for a one day rainfall. Usually on Barrie, ON L4M 5K3 the Civic Holiday weekend we seem to get wild weather dougshipleymp.ca for at least one day. In 2015 and again on a Sunday, a [email protected] severe storm went through the area with lots of wind, 705 - 728 - 2596 lightning and rain. Perhaps we should just skip the Sunday of the August long weekend. Springwater News: A Message from MP Doug Shipley While the pandemic woes have been interesting, it has It is now more critical than ever for Canadians to have http://youtu.be/MMWf4nuayWs also seemed to bring families together and neighbours access to good, high quality, and nutritious food. being neighbours. Almost anytime of the day families We are privileged in Barrie – Springwater – Oro-Medonte We have Firewood - At the farm or delivered have been seen walking or biking throughout the village to have many local farmers living and working within the 705 526 6556 • 705 527 3883 and while maintaining that social distancing, have been riding. I thank you all for your hard work – every farmer is talking with their neighbours. A community spirit appears integral in keeping our shelves stocked and providing food ASK THE MONEY LADY, to have bloomed through this crisis and hopefully when we that our families rely on. Dear Money Lady, can return to more normalcy, the Anten Mills Community I am very happy to see that the provincial government has My sister borrowed $100,000 off her line of credit a few Recreation Association will gain a few new members and increased its contribution to the Ontario Risk Management years ago at the advice of her Investment Advisor and put community wide events will return. No date as yet for Program (RMP) by another $50 million dollars, for a total of it into the stock market, using the interest as a tax write a meeting of the CRA but watch for information on the $150 million. This program will help Canadian Farmers by off. She said this was a “leverage lend strategy” which I Anten Mills Community Facebook page and this column. providing stability to Ontario’s farms through partial financial was very skeptical about at the time. Since the market is The community will be celebrating the 50th anniversary protection against downturns in commodity markets. so low now, I am wondering if you think I should do this of an association in 2021 so stay tuned to some hopefully Even with this increase in funding, more needs to be done too. Should I borrow to invest even though I still have exciting events. to support Canadians farmers and our agriculture sector. debt? Thanks, Peter The CRA looks after the two notice boards on Wilson So far, the federal government has spent a lot of money Dr and on Horseshoe Valley Rd. Both are in need of shoring up safety measures at food processing facilities. Dear Peter some repair work and it is hoped to replace the sign at the This is a good thing, but we can’t forget that our farmers Let’s first start with an explanation of a leverage lend for community centre with a permanent fixture. When you put are the ones who send food to these plants. We must ensure those who may not be familiar with the term. Leverage your notices on the sign you are supporting the events of that our farmers can financially survive this pandemic, as lending means borrowing money and often writing off the CRA and the maintenance of the boards. The cost to they are our most important link in our food supply chain. the interest based on what the funds are used for; then place a notice is reasonable and to do so you need to email As your Member of Parliament, I am continuing to investing in something that we feel will give us a higher Ken at [email protected]. We are looking for a advocate for farmers. I am pushing the federal government return than the amount we are paying in interest on the design for the board at the community centre so any ideas to further expand access to government supports like the borrowed funds. When most people think about leverage or drawings can be sent to me. Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) so that lending they imagine taking out a margin loan on their If you travel the country roads you may have noticed farmers and small businesses that don’t have a corporate stock portfolio or as in your sister’s case, drawing down a some uncommon artwork on some of the barns. Simcoe bank account can access the $40,000-dollar loan. secured line of credit to buy more stock. While this is one County has a unique art collection of painted quilts on My Conservative colleagues and I are always looking for method, I would caution you greatly to not do that, even display on approximately 150 barns and you can find ways to improve the federal supports offered during the now. Put simply, it is taking on a lot more debt - - and you them by following the Simcoe County Quilt Barn trail. should always be careful when you consider going more COVID-19 pandemic, so if you have any ideas or suggestions, These quilts can represent heritage features or a design into the red. That being said, wealthy people always have please reach out to my office so we can hear about it. found on country quilts. The large quilt paintings are on debt in their portfolios and are always on the lookout for Thank you again to all the farmers and agriculture sector a 8 foot by 8 foot square but smaller ones may be found workers in Barrie – Springwater – Oro-Medonte. opportunities to either invest, purchase, or transfer funds from investment to another to build wealth. as well. Residents in Trillium Manor in Orillia were I want to remind everyone that if they need help dealing I know a lot of readers would like me to condone borrowing making smaller versions for a fundraiser for their home with the federal government, or accessing federal supports, to invest in the stock market, especially since it is down so so if you are interested you should call there to see if any please send my office an email or give us a call. low. Unfortunately, I can’t. While I’m confident it will are available. You can find out more about the trail by My office in Barrie remains staffed and ready tohelp turn and go high, I can’t predict when this will happen and checking the County of Simcoe tourism site. you. We are not currently open for walk-ins, but we look there is no real assurances it actually will -- yet! I would Did you know that you can report minor crimes and other forward to the day we can meet again in person. prefer you invest in something a little more tangible such occurrences including speeding to the OPP online? There Sincerely, as real estate, an investment property or maybe yourself. is a link on the OPP website that leads you through the Doug Shipley, Member of Parliament Yes – You! Why not leverage yourself? You are a sure- process to report these events which is easy and quick to Barrie - Springwater - Oro-Medonte fire exceptional risk to bet on, guaranteed. Use this new do. So if you see vandalism, suffer a minor loss or have Ontario Takes Steps to Improve Child low rate environment to help fund your dreams, whatever habitual speeders on your street or roads, check it out and they are. Entrepreneurs are always looking for a unique make the report. Welfare System situation to give them an edge. This “new normal” could In the past several weeks our community has lost two The Ontario government released its plan to modernize be it; an opportunity that may only come around once in long time residents . Robert “Bob” Sporring passed away the child welfare system. The strategy focuses on a lifetime. Successful people fill their minds with all the in July and on Sunday August 3, Pauline Jones passed strengthening families and communities through ways to get what they want. Sometimes all it takes is a while at Hospice Simcoe. Our thoughts and prayers are prevention, early intervention and seeking more permanent concerted effort to let go of negativity and to positively with their respective families and as a community we homes for children and youth in care when they cannot and persistently improve your situation. Believe you can mourn your loss with you. May they Rest In Peace stay in their own homes or communities. and leverage yourself and your dreams to do so. Like Stay healthy, stay safe and stay strong, antenmills1@ “Children and youth in care experience significantly yourself for making a change and disregard the inevitable gmail.com. worse outcomes than those in a family setting, such as lower setbacks and obstacles that you will have to overcome in graduation rates, a higher risk of homelessness and more your journey. Just make a difference. All that is required is that you shift your mind toward believing that you can. involvement with the justice system,” said Jill Dunlop, Do it this time! Associate Minister of Children and Women’s Issues. “That Good Luck and Best Wishes, is why we are transforming the child welfare system, to ensure more families stay together and children and youth Money Lady in care have the supports they need to be safe, succeed and Written by Christine Ibbotson, Author of the best-selling DAILY FEATURES(Weekly) thrive as they transition from care to adulthood.” book “How to Retire Debt Free & Wealthy” andSTIR a new FRY book NIGHT The strategy to redesign the child welfare system has five Don’t Panic – How to Manage your FinancesMON and Financial (The best pillars that focus on: Anxieties During and After the Coronavirus” availableBURGER at NIGHT all burgers!) • Strengthening family well-being through bookstores across Canada. If you haveTUES a money question, community-based prevention services that keep children please email on website: www.askthemoneylady.caWED WING NIGHT (Voted best!) safe in family-based settings; (Weekly) • Improving the quality of residential care provided to children and youth; THURS PASTA NIGHT TAKEOUT/DELIVERY HOT LINE • Promoting the development of stable and lifelong connections and FISH NIGHT (Best seller) supports for youth, with a focus on education and employment opportunities; FRI • Improving the adoption experience and focusing on family-based options SAT STEAK NIGHT (Weekly) 705-322-2652 over group care where appropriate; and 23 Queen St. W. Elmvale • Creating a more efficient and effective child welfare system that is HOME TOWN COOKING INDOORPATIOSSUN DINING ARE OPEN OPEN Features updated daily financially sustainable (Fresh turkey, beef) Specials updated daily The new child welfare strategy was developed with input from youth, families, on FB, Instagram, Google caregivers, First Nations, Inuit and Métis partners, lawyers, community organizations, frontline workers and child welfare sector leaders. They participated in over 100 engagement sessions over the past year and provided over 3,000 responses to an online survey. QUICK FACTS • More than 12,000 children and youth are in the care of children’s aid societies in Ontario. This includes children and youth in kinship care, foster care and group care placements. Patios • In addition to children and youth in care, those in need of protection may Front be placed with a family member or community caregiver, without coming into & Back the care of a society. This is known as kinship service. • The Ontario government invested $5 million this year to enhance access to prevention-focused customary care for Indigenous children and youth. Customary BREAKFASTNEW HOURS • LUNCH*Patio hours • DINNER may change due • toALL weather 7 *DAYS care is the culturally-specific care and supervision of a First Nations, Inuit or NEW HOURS MON & TUES 11:00 am - 7 pm • WED & THURS 11:00 am - 9 pm Métis child by a person who is not the child’s parent. Customary care allows MON & TUES 9 AM - 8 PM • WED & THURS 9 AM - 9 PM FRI & SAT 10:00 am - 10 pm • SUN 10:00 am - 9pm children and youth to remain closely connected to their culture and community FRI & SAT 8 AM - 10 PM • SUN 8 AM - 9 PM Page 10 Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.springwaternews.ca County of Simcoe partnering with Elmvale 322-1482 Doug Archer Midhurst 737-5650 Simcoe Muskoka District Health Your Outdoor Power Pro! 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I wanted to live my life so that people would know unmistakably that I am alive, so that when I finally die people will know the difference for sure between my living and my death. -June Jordan, writer, teacher, and activist (9 Jul 1936-2002 Man is what he believes. --Anton Chekhov Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • Phone 705.322.2249 Cell: 705.321.2653 Page 11 LINX Transit Service rolls into south Simcoe County Midhurst/July 30, 2020 – Beginning August 4, 2020, the County is launching LINX Transit Route 5, connecting the Towns of New Tecumseth and Bradford West Gwillimbury and providing enhanced access to health, recreation and employment opportunities in the southern area of Simcoe As more businesses County. The route includes three stops in Alliston; two stops in Beeton; a stop in and services reopen, Bond Head and three stops in Bradford. Ridership on the new route is free from August 4 to September 8, with regular fare rates starting after Labour Day. *The free fare is not applicable we must all continue to other existing routes - routes 1 through 4. As with all LINX routes, fares are determined by zones and are either $2 or $4 depending on zones travelled along Route 5. our e orts to protect The County will be introducing Route 6 later this fall connecting the communities of Penetanguishene, Midland, Tay, Severn and Orillia. The accessible door to door LINX+ (plus) transit service for individuals each other. who have a disability which prevents them from being able to use the conventional LINX service, service will also be available along Route 5 upon the launch of Route 6, once additional buses are delivered. Residents wishing to utilize the LINX+ service are asked to complete a registration form to access the service by visiting linx.simcoe.ca or by calling 1-800- 263-3199. The LINX Transit system experienced strong ridership in 2019 with the introduction of Route 2-3 and the assumption of Route 4, and ridership has 2 m continued to grow into 2020 exceeding estimates in January and February by an average of 86 per cent. The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted ridership and to ensure reliable transportation options remained during the pandemic, the County offered free fares between March and the start of July. Staff continue to monitor these levels and will plan for reintroduction of service hours as required. Continue to practice “The launch of Route 5 connecting Alliston to Bradford West Gwillimbury is another important step towards linking our residents to important service physical distancing, stay and business hubs throughout Simcoe County,” said Warden George two metres apart even in Cornell. “It is exciting to now provide this vital service to our residents in south Simcoe County, where growing populations and an increasing gatherings. number of students and workers are seeking affordable, reliable and environmentally responsible transportation options.” In 2017 County Council approved a five-year, $5-million plan to create a regional transit service as part of the County’s Transit Implementation Plan. With the launch of Route 5 and the planned launch of Route 6 later this year, the County has almost completed its initial five-year launch plan and looks forward to further direction from County Council and opportunities to work with other levels of government to potentially further enhance the LINX system in the future. Visit linx.simcoe.ca to learn more about the LINX and LINX+ service. Quick Facts: Fares: Fares will operate on a zone system based on distance travelled – fares for Route 1, 2, 3 and 5 range from $2 to $6 depending on zones travelled. Wear a face covering Exact cash fares only will be accepted on the bus. The County offers a LINX reloadable card that users can purchase for convenient access to the where physical distancing LINX. Fares for Route 4 (Collingwood to Wasaga Beach) will be $2. is a challenge or where COVID-19 Temporary Schedule Change (Effective May 11, 2020) Route 1 (Penetanguishene/Midland to Barrie) LINX service will operate required. Monday to Friday with the first bus starting at 7:30 a.m. and the last drop off occurring at 5:45 p.m Route 2 (Wasaga Beach to Barrie) LINX service will operate Monday to Friday with the first bus starting at 7:30 a.m. and the last drop off occurring at 7:25 p.m. Route 3 (Orillia to Barrie) LINX service will operate Monday to Friday with the first bus starting at 6:45 a.m. and the last drop off occurring at 7:05 p.m. Route 4 (Collingwood to Wasaga Beach) will operate Monday to Saturday with the first bus starting at 7 a.m. and the last drop off occurring at 9 p.m. Route 5 (Alliston to Bradford) will operate Monday to Friday with the first bus starting at 7:20 a.m. and the last drop off occurring at 6:10 p.m. Locating Your Bus: Alerts and real-time bus tracking will be available on linx.simcoe.ca. The County has also partnered with an existing app company to link real- Continue to wash hands time bus and route information through the popular app. Residents are encouraged to download the “Transit app” on their Apple and Android frequently. devices. Bus Details: LINX conventional buses are equipped with features to make them fullyaccessible: low floor, pre-boarding announcements, digital sign and audio announcements for next stop information, can accommodate two wheelchair/scooter customers at the same time. The bus also has a kneeling feature which allows the bus to be lowered, passenger signal stop request, high colour contrast grab bars and stanchions, low glare, and slip floor covering and LED lighting. LINX+ buses have low floors and oversized entrance doors to allow for two larger-size wheelchairs and scooters at the same time. Buses are air- conditioned with entrance and ramp lighting, and anti-slip floor covering. LINX conventional buses are equipped with low emission engines with current clean diesel technology. Bus Operation: Get tested if you are The County continues to work with First Canada ULC to operate and maintain LINX buses. First Canada has transit operating agreements across worried you may have Canada and also provides school bus transportation services COVID-19, or have been How many consecutive days of total darkness does the Arctic experience each year? exposed to the virus. The answer to this question varies depending on where in the Arctic. First, the Arctic region is defined by 66 degrees 30 minutes north latitude, which represents the southernmost point at which there is at least one 24-hour period of continuous darkness in winter or sunlight in summer. Inside or out, stay safe. The Antarctic is just the opposite, being defined by 66 degrees 30 minutes south latitude. In the Arctic, the length of continuous daylight or darkness Save lives. increases as you go north, from one day on the Arctic Circle to six months at the North Pole, with daylight dominating beginning about June 21 and being fully reversed by about December 21

Visit ontario.ca/coronavirus Always be nice to people on the way up; because you'll meet the same Paid for by the Government of Ontario people on the way down. Wilson Mizner Page 12 Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.springwaternews.ca The Lorna Tomlinson Residence What Can a Boat’s Name Tell You? Elmvale BIA Business Highlights for Seniors –a Model for Other BoatUS issues annual Top 10 Boat Names List Experience Elmvale Communities. SPRINGFIELD, Va., July 22, 2020 -- While a boat’s name can be as varied as the owner at the helm, certain themes ...one of Elmvale’s newest restaurants. from Linda Belcourt - Just before the pandemic crisis hit do stick out, according to Boat Owners Association of The Located next to the Palace Tavern, 13 Queen St West Canada, a troop of caring citizens from Thornbury made United States (BoatUS). The national advocacy, services, Enjoy daily specials and fabulous Fish n Chips the trip to Penetanguishene to see the Lorna Tomlinson and safety group has issued its annual list of Top 10 Boat Residence for Seniors. Names, which it compiles from those using the services The group from Thornbury comprise the Sustainability of BoatUS Boat Graphics to design and purchase boat Committee for their immediate area. Pam McDermid, name graphics. Norine Baron, Carol Clarke and Rev. Thérèse Samuel have “It’s always a challenge to decide on a boat name because recognized the need for such a facility in their community the options are endless,” said BoatUS Vice President of and were very interested in finding out how it could be Public Affairs Scott Croft. “However, after 28 years of done at such a low monthly cost to the seniors. offering a boat name graphics service to our members, we’ve found that certain themes stand the test of time.” Croft notes some distinct patterns of popular boat names, each focused around a main theme: relaxation (Serenity, Island Time, Sanctuary, Hydro Therapy, Oasis); a new chapter in life or achievement (Second Wind, Next Chapter, At Last); fishing Reel( Time, Reel Therapy, Pilar); embracing the boating life (Pura Vida, La Bella Vita, Seas the Day, Dolce Vita); and music (Flat Bottom Girl, Greatful Dad, Cool Change). Some of these names have made it to this year’s Top 10 Boat Names list: 1. Serenity: One of the most common and beloved boat names ever, the owner of this boat may have a high-stress job and is likely looking to the water for a little peace and quiet. Watch out for yoga mats on deck! 2. Island Time: Everything is slower in the islands. Let Left to right: Lorna Tomlinson, Rev Thérèse Samuel, Pam down your hair, feel the sun on your face and the warm, McDermid, Norine Baron, Carol Clarke and Kathy Jolie clear turquoise waters surrounding your feet. You are now (Program Manager for the Lorna Tomlinson Residence). experiencing Island Time. “A huge part of getting this done, was the fundraising 3. Scout: The owner of this boat is an adventurous type. and the support of the Town”, said Wendat’s executive Whether out gunkholing with the family, cruising to far- director, Andrea Abbott-Kokosin. “The Town donated off locales, or chasing down a secret fishing spot, Scout’s the land to build the Residence, and fundraising paid for skipper is on a mission. 80% of the build. The final amount of $1 million was in 4. Pura Vida: A way of life in Costa Rica. Up north it a mortgage, with plans to be paid off in the next couple translates to living a good life with your family, cherishing of years through further fundraising. The majority of the simple pleasures, and enjoying a slow, relaxed pace. staff costs comes from Ministry of Health funding through Moreover, it’s not just for sailboats – speedy motorboat the North Simcoe Local Health Integration Network. owners love this name equally. These are costs that do not have to be passed along to the 5. Seas the Day: This boat owner is likely completely in residents.” charge while boating and intends to get the most out of the The Residence, operated by Wendat Community boating lifestyle. This boat is also likely to be the last one Programs opened in February 2016. It provides affordable, to return to home port for the night, enjoying every ounce supported living to 23 frail seniors of low income. Each of daylight on the water, resident enjoys a private room with private bathroom, 6. Shenanigans: This boat owner is obviously (and likely full meal service in the dining room, 24 hour access to innocently) up to something, and it may have to do with the servery for snacks, 24 hour staff on site, housekeeping a big, extended family aboard. Think of Mr. Brady’s kind and access to a full day activity program. Total cost is of boat, if he’d had one, at your local Saturday afternoon just over $1,000 a month and includes assisted living by anchorage with Greg, Marcia, Peter, Jan, Bobby, Cindy, qualified personal support workers as needed and atno Mrs. Brady and Alice aboard. additional cost. The program is managed by a nurse who 7. Black Pearl: Like the fictional ship of Disney movie conducts routine health assessments and enables access fame, this vessel may not look like much, but she’s brought to needed community health services. The home has her captain home every time and had a lot of fun along the multiple lounge and activity areas and provides weekly way. trips for local shopping. 8. Cool Change: Originating in Australia to define Winifred Grey, participant the change from a hot summer day to a cool afternoon in the Seniors’ Day Activity breeze and thunderstorms ahead. This boat’s owner likely Stress Program believes in the transformative nature of "cool and bright Abbott-Kokosin went on A story came out recently which claims that the right clear water." amount of stress can actually increase our productivity. to explain that Wendat is a 9. Liberty: Just like its popular cousin Freedom, a boater charity and therefore is not Stress causes an area in our brain to create neodrenaline, who chooses this name is a patriot to his or her core. which eases the communication between the different here to make a profit but to There’s a fair chance this owner served in the military or just cover costs. “This makes parts of our brain. As long as we have the right amount of has family who does. the chemical, stress can push us to perform better. a big difference,” commented Michael Webb, President of 10. Knot on Call: A name once chosen by doctors and the Wendat Board of Directors. “It’s a major reason that However, stress has also been called "the silent killer" nurses, Knot on Call now appeals to a wider group of and can lead to heart disease, high blood pressure, chest I strongly support this organization, both financially and boaters where technology has increased the intrusive reach personally with my time.” pain, and an irregular heartbeat. of the office or added 24-hour job demands. Scientists suggest that stress is part of the evolutionary Seniors are a rapidly growing section of our population For a look at all of the BoatUS Top 10 Boat Names lists and no where in the Province is this more evident than drive because it has enabled humans to survive. over the years, go to BoatUS.com/Boatgraphics/Top- Specifically, stress temporarily increases awareness and in North Simcoe. The Town of Midland, Planning and 10-Boat-Names. The BoatUS Graphics service offers an Building Department stated in January 2018 that as of improves physical performance. online design tool that allows you to easily create custom Stress also causes capillaries to close, which restricts 2016 the local senior population represented over 25% of boat graphics with fast turnaround times. BoatUS also the total population. By 2041, the number of people over bleeding if a flesh wound should occur, and makes offers simple step-by-step video instructions on how to the blood "stickier," in preparation for an injury. Such 65 in Simcoe-Muskoka is projected to surpass 218,800 install your new graphics yourself. which is more than double the number of seniors from a reaction, however, also increases the probability of 2011 (Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, 2016 Census developing a blood clot. Data). Stats Canada has confirmed that we now have more Beer is as old as human history. Beer brewing and While it is a myth that stress can turn hair gray, stress can seniors in Canada than children and adolescents. drinking predate written language. cause hair loss. Stress can also alter blood sugar levels, Wendat hopes to pay off the final costs of the Seniors’ The earliest evidence of beer making was found in which can cause mood swings, fatigue, hyperglycemia, Residence in the next 2 years. You can help by donating western Iran, dating back to 3,500 BC. and metabolic syndrome, a major risk factor for heart on-line at wendatprograms.com In ancient Mesopotamia, beer was associated with attack and diabetes. religion and ritual and was believed to have magical powers. In Medieval Europe, Catholic monks would often undergo "beer fasts" during the forty days of Lent. They ate no food, getting calories only from beer, which they called "liquid bread." Brewers began adding hops to beer in the 9th century AD. Today, nearly all beer is brewed with hops, which adds a The Lorna Tomlinson Residence for Seniors, zesty, bitter flavor to beer and acts as a preservative. Dufferin Street, Penetanguishene People often think of American lagers or Belgian ales Andrea Abbott-Kokosin, Executive Director, when they think of beer, but there are many types of beer, Wendat Community Programs such as sorghum-based African opaque beer, Japanese [email protected] 705-526-1305 sake (which is not wine, but a rice beer), Russian kvass made from bread, and corn-based South American Is it true that leaves curl when it’s going to rain? chicha. Answer: Yes, some flowers and the leaves of some You can go swimming in a pool of beer at the Schloss trees will close up in very humid conditions before a Starkenberger brewery in Tarrentz, Austria. The sudsy rainstorm. This is a protective response so that the plants’ bath is said to promote healthy skin. pollen won’t be washed away. Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • Phone 705.322.2249 Cell: 705.321.2653 Page 13 Sports with Patrick Townes Sports are back! Although the Blue Don Meharrie Jays were omitted from most of our Master Electrician Tirebuster weekend plans, there were plenty of Owner / Operator Passenger, Truck & Farm Tires other sports to watch on television. Who On-site Calcium Service knew sports without fans would be so (705) 818-3854 weird, although each respective league 1636 Glengarry Landing Rd. N. has done a good job incorporating fan Phelpston, ON L0L 2K0 Sales & Repair of all Brands noise, hometown cheers and even digital Serving North of Barrie to Midland [email protected] fans watching from home. A prediction from a previous SERVING SIMCOE 24 hr Emergency article was obviously wrong, stating that all professional www.dsm-electric.ca & MUSKOKA Field & Road Service 322-0609 sports would be cancelled for the season. So far, the RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • CONSTRUCTION • MAINTENANCE 7002 Hwy 93 & Stamp Side Rd • South of midland only sports league that perhaps should have cancelled the We’re growing. We need help! season may be Major League Baseball. The Western Ontario Wardens’ Are you looking for a job? Call! Major League Baseball, similar to the upcoming National Caucus takes action to support rural Football League season, neglected to use the “bubble” broadband Canada, Business Register, December 2015. Canadian mentality. COVID-19 has hit two teams so far, and who Business Patterns 2015). Now more than ever knows what the future holds for baseball. Interestingly Southwestern, ON – At their meeting on July 2nd the businesses need connectivity to ensure a livelihood for enough, it seems that some players who chose not to Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus approved a series themselves and their employees. participate have rejoined their teams, and others have decided of recommendations to support rural broadband in • Without direct broadband funding the pre- to leave after the season started. Major League Baseball will Southwestern Ontario. Increased funding from both the existing Southwestern Ontario “homework gap” will face a difficult decision as to what to do with the Miami Province of Ontario and the Government of Canada is be exacerbated and lead to an unparallel inequality Marlins and Philadelphia Phillies schedules if they are not urgently needed to address Southwestern Ontario’s large in education, as elementary, secondary and post able to play or miss many more games. It is almost like connectivity gaps, so that we can close the digital divide secondary institutions, continue to shift to online these teams should be punished for missing games, but you and restart our economies. learning. simply cannot award other teams the wins for games that are In order to reduce the digital divide within Southwestern • The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus and not played. These are the decisions that leagues will face Ontario, and to achieve the Government of Canada’s SWIFT are committed to achieving the interim goal throughout the season, and decisions and scrutiny that could target, in which 95% of homes and businesses will have of providing 50/10 broadband services to 95% of the have been avoided if the season was simply cancelled. access to internet speeds of at least 50/10 Mbps by 2026, it population within the region by 2025. This is one year The National Basketball Association and the National will cost an estimated $1 billion. earlier than the Government of Canada’s goal. Hockey League have commenced the “playoffs” with The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus and the About no incidents to date. One clear conclusion out of league participating SWIFT municipalities of Caledon, Niagara The Western Ontario Warden’s Caucus (WOWC) protocols is that the bubble should be used to isolate players and Waterloo are requesting direct funding to SWIFT is a not-for-profit organization representing 15 upper amongst themselves. Who knew? Obviously players do from the Government of Canada in the amount of and single tier municipalities in Southwestern Ontario, not want to be away from their families for long periods $254 million and from the Government of Ontario representing more than three million residents. The of time, but the seasons are shorter than usual and this is in the amount of $221 million. Combined with a $174 WOWC aims to enhance the prosperity and overall the best way to keep players and families safe. Given the million commitment from public-private partnerships, wellbeing of rural and small urban communities across the technology in the world today, it is hard to imagine players the WOWC intends to successfully address the $1 billion region. Caucus members work collectively to influence being away from their families for two months is a major Southwestern Ontario infrastructure deficit and achieve federal and provincial legislation and programs through issue. COVID-19 has caused issues for all families and the interim goal of providing 50/10 broadband services to advocacy, research and analysis and education. For more visiting loved ones. It may be difficult to arrange visits 95% of the population within the region by 2025. information, visit www.wowc.ca. and to hug your loves ones, but you figure out ways to see In addition, the WOWC is also requesting that the CRTC SWIFT, a regional broadband expansion project initiated family, including video and visiting through windows. Broadband Fund and Innovation, Science and Economic by the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus is focused on Following a mediocre (expected) start to the season for Development Canada (ISED) Universal Broadband Fund enabling greater digital equality between rural and urban the Blue Jays, they have been delayed due to COVID-19. each allocate 10% of their funds directly to Southwestern populations. SWIFT subsidizes the construction of open- It is not fair to teams who are respecting the rules and not Ontario (based on population share of total for Canada). access high-speed networks to encourage service providers getting sick to be sitting out and not playing because of “Families and businesses in our rural areas have been to expand broadband infrastructure in underserved rural other teams. Those who play and have played sports know shut out of the economy and society as a result of the areas. that a break from games can be the worst thing that can pandemic. COVID -19 has underscored the need for happen. You need to get into a rhythm and keep things urgency to address gaps in broadband services across our rolling through a season. The Jays’ starters are pitching region. The SWIFT model works, it delivers results and well, however maybe the bats did need a break to reset and can be immediately leveraged to upgrade networks and come on stronger. Here’s hoping. Anything can happen in coverage in our region’s underserved areas.” – George a shortened season. Cornell, Vice-Chair of SWIFT, Warden of Simcoe Following the first National Hockey League playoff County. games, my earlier predictions of the Boston Bruins and Quick Facts the Nashville Predators facing off in the finals is not off to • Southwestern Ontario with a population of 3 a good start. With a shortened playoffs and games being million, represents 10% of the population of Canada. played after a long layoff, anything can happen. Boston is • Southwestern Ontario represents 20% of the total just playing to be ranked from 1-4 in the next round so their number of businesses in Canada (Source: Statistics games are just like exhibition games while Nashville, as of Monday, is down 1-0 in the best of five against Arizona. The Elmvale sports community is mourning the loss of a fastball fan. George McGinnis was commonly seen around the ballpark watching his brothers play and also lending a helping hand wherever and whenever he could. George served as a trainer for the Elmvale Mets. People like George really demonstrate that an organization goes well beyond just the players and coaches. One of the greatest things of coming to the ballpark night after night is seeing people in the crowd and socializing after the game. George was well known around the ballpark and was also famously known for being the first President of the West End Dart Club. George was also a member of the Wilderness Club and participated in the annual Fall Fair parade. Other interests also involved hunting. George will be greatly missed and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. The Elmvale Curling Club directors are meeting to discuss plans to reopen the club in a safe manner to protect its members. During these unique times it is hard to participate in sports and socialize like normal times. Like the ballpark, the Curling Club is a place to socialize and hang out with familiar and new faces. Further details will be released as we approach the season. The Curling Club lost one its members this past week, Brian Jones. Condolences go out to all of the Brian’s family. Brian was always smiling and a gentleman at the Curling Club. He was the first to say hello and extend his hand in friendship. He always made a good day better by his presence. Brian was missed at the Club when he could no longer curl. He will be missed even more now. Appealing to tribe, appealing to fear, pitting one group against another, telling people that order and security will be restored if it weren't for those who don't look like us or don't sound like us or don't pray like we do, that's an old playbook. It's as old as time. And in a healthy democracy it doesn't work. Our antibodies kick in, and people of goodwill from across the political spectrum call out the bigots and the fearmongers, and work to compromise and get things done and promote the better angels of our nature. -Barack Obama, 44th US President (b. 4 Aug 1961) Page 14 Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.springwaternews.ca My View – Bill French Sainte-Marie among the Hurons Trudeau – With him its not all about WE and Discovery Harbour but more about “look at ME” Huronia Historical Parks (HHP) Announces Many people are angry and disgusted with Reopening of Historic Attractions the recent revelations of Trudeau’s total We are abiding by the social Midland, Ontario — Huronia Historical Parks inability to lead and govern and his total lack of a moral or ethical (HHP) is pleased to announce that its two historic conscience. I know I have many Liberal friends that seem to be distancing rules. attractions, Sainte-Marie among the Hurons and blind to his almost hypnotic Pied Piper ways and are satisfied We are taking telephone orders. Discovery Harbour are now re-opened to the public. with his “non-apologies” when things go off kilter. The sites have been closed since March 16, 2020 The entire populace movement surprises me as I have noted in Open 8 am to 8 pm in response to public health concerns surrounding my articles. With any reasoning or a little thought, most people 14 Yonge St. North, Elmvale • 705-322-2261 COVID19. In moving forward with the re-opening would say to themselves, “There is something wrong here.” But of both sites, HHP’s top priority remains to protect that for some reason does not seem to be the case with Trudeau Donation to help protect clients and the health and well-being of our visitors. To that end, and his caucus of Frat Brothers and Sorority Sisters. I recognized HHP has implemented enhanced health and safety we had a problem in the beginning when people touted his staff at Simcoe County shelters measures that follow government and regional health statement, “It is 2015” as his only explanation for dividing up Midhurst/July 31, 2020 – Vulnerable populations unit guidelines. These measures include physical cabinet posts based on gender rather than ability or experience. within Simcoe County continue to be heavily impacted distancing, wearing of masks, reduced visitor The WE matter is just the tip of the iceberg. The WE organization by the COVID-19 pandemic. As demands on community capacity, hand sanitizing stations and increased like most benevolent organizations starts with a pure thought services including social and affordable housing increase, frequency of cleaning high traffic areas such as and in the beginning the focus on Youth Volunteerism and Social the County is pleased to have received a gift of $28,000 bathrooms, handrails and door handles. Entrepreneurship was a good cause. But as organizations, much from the Canadian Medical Association Foundation With summer in full gear, HHP historic attractions like companies, grow, sometimes they lose their focus and (CMAF) to purchase enhanced Personal Protective offer spaces where visitors can enjoy history while corporate conscience. That is what happened to WE in my view. Equipment (PPE) supplies for area shelters. The funds being outdoors. Whether visiting the longhouse, They allowed themselves to become a promotional vehicle for will be delivered to the County thanks to the COVID-19 aboard one of our historic vessels or enjoying our the leftist and socialist views of the Liberal party. Their high Community Response Fund for Vulnerable Populations, parks, HHP is dedicated to offering tourism, cultural, school and university pep rally style events were highjacked the result of a collaboration between the Federation of educational and recreational opportunities to both and became the platform for Trudeau and company to promote Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and the CMAF. residents and visitors to Central Ontario. their distorted unsustainable view of their ideal world and leftist Over the past several months, municipalities have seen “Bringing together families and learning about our ideology. What made it worse is the leader Trudeau, and the first-hand how vulnerable populations have been affected region’s deep historical significance, we are excited person holding the public purse Morneau, the finance minister, by this pandemic. Demand on County services has to welcome back our visitors to rediscover our unique have no real life experience with the struggles of making an increased, and staff have been on the frontlines since the sites found along the shores of Penetanguishene, and honest living. They were silver spoon fed from the day they beginning, channeling financial aid to service providers in beautiful Tay Township, near Midland. Our staff were born and as such I actually understand their disconnect and clients to support our communities. have been working diligently to get our historic sites from reality. The County of Simcoe provides leadership to local and outdoor parks ready to safely reopen for the 2020 Let’s talk about the money, which seems to be ignored by many homelessness prevention community planning season. I encourage all our visitors to be responsible, pundits. Trudeau and the Liberals were going to squander away and funds numerous related programs and services. The plan ahead and continue to follow public health a billion dollars through a third party, WE and hand out to youth County currently provides funding to support several guidelines when enjoying our facilities.” – Will for their volunteer work. Isn’t there something wrong with this programs including eight Homeless Shelters, which Baird, General Manager, Huronia Historical Parks. picture right from the start. Have we all forgotten how much offer lodging and personal needs to people experiencing As part of its phased reopening plan, HHP will be a billion dollars is? Then to add insult to injury the Trudeau homelessness on a short-term basis. In March, the County open to the public from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Thursday clan benefited by close to half a million dollars through fees re-acted swiftly to the Coronavirus, authorizing shelters to through Sunday, and will be offering a reduced and travel from WE. Then Morneau and family members ate move their residents to local motels, providing more than entrance fee for the 2020 season at $5 per person. up more money from WE. Why won’t Trudeau and Morneau 720 unique individuals with continued access to shelter For more information about Huronia Historical come clean and admit they broke the law and were both guilty of from March 20, 2020 to July 20, 2020 while mitigating Parks, its phased reopening plan and new safety Conflicts of Interest. I am not surprised, but amazed that Trudeau the risk of community transmission. On average, the measures and guidelines visit www.hhp.on.ca. supporters are comfortable with his explanation that in hindsight motel model shelter system supports approximately 200 Planned Reopening Timeline he and Morneau should have excluded themselves from the WE individuals nightly. May 16 decision because of the family connections. No shit Dick Tracy! As approved by County Council, these additional funds o Sainte-Marie Park opened to public for hiking, What frightens me more is that Trudeau himself, as noted by will be strategically targeted to have a significant impact biking and individual recreation activities. the ethic commissioner, seems to have a total blind side when at area shelters. The gift will support homelessness o Bayfield Park at Discovery Harbour opened to it comes to ethical behaviour, as ethical breaches seem to be prevention, funding vital Personal Protective Equipment public for hiking, biking and individual recreation an everyday occurrence with him. In the simplest terms as an and enhanced sanitization measures currently in effect at activities. Effective immediately elected member of any level of government, you cannot be part area shelters to protect vulnerable residents and staff, while o Sainte-Marie among the Hurons and Discovery of the decision making process when it benefits you or a member limiting the opportunity for community transmission of Harbour will reopen with increased health and safety of your family. Its black and white and not some obscure ethical the virus. precautions in place. rule. Trudeau did the same with the SNC Lavalin case when o Captain Roberts’ Table, located at Discovery he was trying to take care of his friends by interfering with an Harbour, will be open for indoor food services and ongoing criminal case. That was more than a conflict; it was  outdoor patio seating to public health guidelines. judicial interference, which if committed by anyone else would o Indoor Museum open– Sainte-Marie among the be in deep trouble. Because of it, he lost two leading cabinet  Hurons members Jody Wilson Raybould and Jane Philpott who could no o Flint and Timber Pop up Gift Shop open – Sainte-  longer hold their nose to the stink created by Trudeau’s unethical Marie among the Hurons and cesspool political behaviour. What about his trips with the Not available yet and will remain closed until Aga Khan that left us a hefty bill and he was found guilty of a further notice: breach of ethics. Any other politician would have been ousted o Restaurant Sainte-Marie – Sainte-Marie among long before now with all those faux pas. The biggest scandal with the Hurons Harper was the Mike Duffy affair that after millions spent on Visitors can check hhp.on.ca to keep informed about legal wrangling because of the pressure from the Liberals of the further developments in the reopening process day, Duffy was found not guilty on the four charges he faced in court and the rest of the charges were dismissed. The big number Those who grew up in small towns will laugh when 14) You couldn't help but date a friend's ex-boyfriend/ there was less than $100,000 of living expenses, not the billions they read this. girlfriend. that Trudeau has squandered. We are not done yet as you will not Those who didn't will be in disbelief. 15) Your car stayed filthy because of the dirt roads, believe the hole that Trudeau is digging with his unbridled and out 1) You can name everyone you graduated with. and you will never own a dark vehicle for this reason. of control COVID-19 handouts based on his latest rhetoric, “we 2) You know what 4-H means. 16) The town next to you was considered "trashy" or will leave no one behind”, whatever that means. 3) You went to parties at a pasture, barn, gravel pit, "snooty," but was actually just like your town. Trudeau’s lack of ability as a leader was further evidenced or in the middle of a dirt road. On Monday you could 17) You referred to anyone with a house newer than recently with the nonsense and workplace abuse at Rideau always tell who was at the party because of the scratches 1965 as the "rich people." Hall. What would you expect when you appoint someone as on their legs from running through the woods when the 18) The people in the "big city" dressed funny, and Governor General, the highest office in the land, with absolutely party was busted. (See #6.) then you picked up the trend 2 years later. no experience in government relations. However, as the Rideau 4) You used to "drag" Main. 19) Anyone you wanted could be found at the local gas antics unfold, we see she is being true to her career, and really 5) You said the "F" word and your parents knew within station, drive-in or the town bar. is a real space cadet in every sense of the word. Now with staff the hour. 20) You saw at least one friend a week driving a tractor changes and settlements, this little misguided appointment 6) You scheduled parties around the schedules of through town or one of your friends driving a grain by Trudeau, will cost us more millions? Appointing populace different police officers because you knew which ones truck to school occasionally. individuals for the sake of continuing the rock star persona would bust you and which ones wouldn't. 21) The gym teacher suggested you haul hay for the keeps coming back and biting him. 7) You could never buy cigarettes because all the store summer to get stronger. But in the end Trudeau is like the Teflon man and makes clerks knew how old you were (and if you were old 22) Directions were given using THE stop light as a everyone else answer for his gross incompetence and most of enough, they'd tell your parents anyhow). reference. the Liberals I know will swallow it hook line and sinker. As  When you did find somebody old enough and 23) When you decided to walk somewhere for exercise, my dad said a few years before his passing, “if I had known brave enough to buy cigarettes, you still had to go out 5 people would pull over and ask if you wanted a ride. what the world was going to turn into, I probably would not into the country and drive on back roads to smoke them. 24) Your teachers called you by your older siblings' have fought for this nation in the second world war.” I think that 9) You knew which section of the ditch you would find names. says it all. If we do not get back to some sense of accountability the beer your buyer dropped off. 25) Your teachers remembered when they taught your and responsibility by our elected leaders, we will see the total 10) It was cool to date somebody from the neighboring parents. destruction of this wonderful country we call Canada. town. 26) You could charge at any local store or write checks SPEAK UP!! 11) The whole school went to the same party after without any ID. Bill French is a seasoned business leader with over 40 years graduation. 27) The closest McDonalds was 45 miles away (or experience and served in senior positions of International 12) You didn't give directions by street names but more). Enterprises. Bill served as Mayor of Springwater and a County rather by references. 28) The closest mall was over an hour away. of Simcoe Councillor from 2014 to 2018 and has taught Turn by Nelson's house, go 2 blocks to Anderson's, 29) It was normal to see an old man riding through business at the college level for over 15 years. and it's four houses left of the track field. town on a riding lawn mower. 13) The golf course had only 9 holes. 30) Most people went by a nickname. Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • Phone 705.322.2249 Cell: 705.321.2653 Page 15 Rosie’s Devotions NEW PATH ANNOUNCES GLEN NEWBY SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS Coronavirus Letter To Humanity Simcoe County – New Path three fabulous community (Written by: Vivienne R Reich) Foundation and New Path builders in Simcoe County. 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It is better to sleep on things beforehand than lie awake about them afterwards. -Baltasar Gracian, philosopher and writer (8 Jan 1601-1658) Page 16 Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.springwaternews.ca Proposed Amendment Number I To Growth Plan Plans To Gut Provincial Planning

1100 Flos Road 4 West, Phelpston Complete Repair & Maintenance service Cars, Trucks & Trailers Motor Vehicle Inspection Station Clean & Modern Facility Quality Workmanship in Every Job Marc Schutt • Tel: 705-322-4301 history of the earth, the absolute rape and pillage of her Fax: 705-322-3027 body starting with total urban sprawl from Barrie to Email: [email protected] Georgian Bay and this needs to be designated as Green by Dr John Bacher and Danny Beaton Mohawk Nation Belt protected before animals and species are homeless Simcoe County Federation of Although inconspicuously described as “Amendment too. Number I to the Ontario Growth Plan”, its impact if In fact, the watershed and the aquifers should be Agriculture makes generous donation approved would be catastrophic. Amendment No. 1, designated as sacred life giving pure water for our to provide boost to long term care and children’s children and this natural life that we benefited would neuter the thrust of provincially directed land use seniors services planning since it began to have an impact in a document from has to be protected for our grandchildren’s children. entitled “Design for Development.” It was also described Leaving our grandchildren Covid 19 is bad enough; leaving as the Toronto Centred Region Plan. our children a death sentence of a virus is bad enough. The Much like Donald Trump in the United States, Ontario mismanagement of Mother Earth has to stop soon. What Premier Doug Ford challenges well established, and we are creating is a dump for those kids, and our lakes and well reasoned planning doctrines. Governments of all oceans a cesspool for them to drink from. political stripes, Liberal, Progressive Conservative and Everything that is going on has to change quickly or the New Democratic Party, have all accepted since 1966 slowly but our thinking cannot stay negative, it needs the framework of Design for Development. What is to be positive and creative fast. We as human beings astonishing is that the background factual studies, if not can be better than we have been. We need reforestation the recommendations of Amendment No. 1, show that this companies and reforestation industry now doing the work framework is finally having its predicted beneficial impact. for our children’s future. The Chestnut tree planting in The need for Design for Development was vividly shown northern Ontario would be a good way to start now doing by the type of “planning” that took place in Ontario before the work for our children’s future. The Chestnut tree it was begun. Rather than comprehensive land use planning planting in northern Ontario would be a good way to start, th the Department of Highways did studies that had land use and building up our wetlands in southern Ontario is the Midhurst/July 29, 2020 – On July 29 , the County of implications. One of the most terrible examples of this was least we can do.” Simcoe recognized the Simcoe County Federation of in my home community of St. Catharines. Background studies for Amendment No.1 show that Agriculture, which recently provided a $10,000 donation On the brink of land use planning reform in 1965 the property growth is increasingly being concentrated in support of the County’s four long term care and seniors province funded a transportation plan for St. Catharines. It where it should be in the properly serviced and planned services facilities located in Beeton, Collingwood, Orillia called for the wiping out of much of the peach, apricot and communities of the City of Toronto and the Region of and Penetanguishene. cherry growing land in Canada, saying although regrettable, Peel. This positive trend is accelerating beyond the “We are so grateful and truly humbled by the this was not the proper concern of a transportation study. projections of the current Growth Plan, with other regions thoughtfulness and generosity of our partners at the The alarm bells went off at Queens Park over the pending experiencing lower than predicted population growth. Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture during this loss of a number of unique and precious areas. These Here as Gertler predicted, growth is being located near challenging time,” said Warden George Cornell. “As the include the Niagara Fruit Belt, the Niagara Escarpment significant opportunities for employment, well served COVID-19 pandemic has progressed, our long term care and the shores of Lake Simcoe. The intellectual driving by existing transit systems, and is being accommodated and seniors services staff have met the challenge head on, force for these reforms was the distinguished land use primarily through intensification. It is also subject to some working long hours and under extensive health protocols planner, Leonard Gertler. of the strongest environmental controls, such as extensive to continue to provide quality care and support to the My friend Danny Beaton (Mohawk Turtle Clan) vividly setbacks from streams and tree by-laws. This makes the seniors who live in our facilities.” showed me the reasons for Design for Development. This Credit River although in a heavily urbanized watershed, a “Agriculture has a long heritage in Simcoe County; the was during the “Walk For Water” led by native earth refuge for cold water trout and salmon. Federation of Agriculture owes much to our forefathers defenders around the shores of Lake Simcoe. We were Amendment No.1 proposes a number of devious tricks who worked so hard to make agriculture in our County able to see a vivid consequence of an isolated development to allow outer ring municipalities to obtain more land a successful industry,” said John Morrison, President, on the north shore of that Gertler’s reforms came too late zoned for development. One of the key instruments is by Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture. “Our to prevent. expanding the time framework by ten years from 2031 contribution of patio furniture to the four County of Simcoe After walking happily through spectacular countryside to 2041. This will make it easier for municipalities and long-term care homes is a small token of our appreciation for a few hours our walk suddenly erupted in sorrow. developers to argue for larger urban boundary expansions and recognition of the work of all the residents, including When came upon a still black stream with no signs of in hearings before the Local Planning Appeals Tribunal. retired farmers, who live in the homes now and worked in life. Then a few minutes later as the walk resumed, we (LPAT) Another gimmick is a failure to use the more the County to make it what it is today.” saw something strange, which explained why the brook realistic population increases made by the Ministry of About the Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture was dead. There were tall steel sprinklers, but as signs Finance (MOF) as opposed to those of the Ministry of The Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture is one of revealed it was not water they were tossing around. It was Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) used in the 52 county and regional federations across the province that sewage. The sewage field was built to spray waste from a Growth Plan. In the region of Durham, for instance, using advocates on behalf of farm families in Simcoe County on retirement community on the shores of Lake Simcoe that the need by MOF for additional urban land for residential local agricultural issues. To learn more, visit https://www. was built before the policies of Design For Development growth is 2,000, using those of MMAH, it is 4,000. simcoecountyfa.org/ came into effect. Another strange aspect of Amendment 1 are new but About County of Simcoe Long Term Care and Seniors Beaton expressed horror on seeing the black water no improved policies on Species at Risk. It proposes that Services (LTCSS) devastation. He recalls how “This whole idea of developing restrictions on the location of new aggregate operations in The County of Simcoe provides a broad range of long term natural environment, raping Mother Earth must stop. Our the Growth Plan area because of the presence of Species care and seniors services to residents living throughout the elders or spiritual leaders were saying this thirty years ago At Risk be removed. region. These include four long-term care homes accredited in our sacred councils and spiritual gatherings. We have It is important that the Adoption of Amendment 1 be with “Exemplary Standing” by Accreditation Canada, enough highways, we have enough overpasses, we have defeated. Write to request use of Ministry of Finance retirement living, assisted living, adult-day programming, enough supermarkets, we have enough golf courses. What population projections, maintain protections of endangered and an entire suite of home support services. LTCSS we need is clear air and fresh water. Fresh air stops when species, and keep the planning population projection at supports a wide spectrum of needs, helps residents to age you kill all wetlands. Fresh air stops when you cut down 2031. in place, and assists in a seamless transition as individuals all the trees and forests. Send via email to [email protected], or through move across the continuum of care. Now we are in one of the most historical times in the Environmental Registry at 20-MMAH006. More details To follow the County’s efforts to support our communities can be found by googling Amendment 1 Growth Plan. through the COVID-19 pandemic, like or follow County *-- Researchers develop faster method for 3D printing --* of Simcoe on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Researchers have developed a new method to precisely print tiny, soft three-dimensional objects in a matter of seconds for a range of fields, including aerospace, medicine and biology. The new printer uses a process similar to tomography, which mostly is used for medical imaging, using surface scans to build a model of an object. "Conventional 3D printing techniques, known as additive manufacturing, build parts layer by layer," Damien Loterie, CEO of Readily3D, said in a press release. "The problem is that soft objects made that way quickly fall apart." For the small objects tested in the new system, researchers at Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne's Laboratory of Applied Phototonics developed a method building the entire body of an object at one time. The method, they report, proved to produce "high precision" prints, and in "record time" of less than 30 seconds. "In tomographic volumetric additive manufacturing, an entire three-dimensional object is simultaneously solidified by irradiating a liquid photopolymer volume from multiple angles with dynamic light patterns," researchers wrote in a paper on the process, published Wednesday in Nature Communications. The new 3D-printing method "has the potential to produce complex parts with higher throughput and a wider range of printable materials than layer-by layer manufacturing," the researchers say. Three-dimensional printing has been used over the last decade in various ways, ranging from aerospace components, to patient-tailored medical devices, to bioprinting of tissues and organs. Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • Phone 705.322.2249 Cell: 705.321.2653 Page 17 SPRINGWATER/MIDLAND/BARRIE AREA RESIDENTS SUPPORT HONDURAS COMMUNITIES TINY ART SHACK TEAMS UP WITH LOCAL MACRAME ARTIST HONDURAS NOW PODCAST DISAPPEARED INDIGINOUS GARIFUNA LEADERS STILL MISSING Springwater, Barrie and Midland Area Support Garifuna Leaders Still Missing Over the past few weeks, local Springwater, Barrie, and The disappearance of four Garifuna leaders of Saturday, Midland area residents have donated funds to support the July 18, 2020 occurred in Triunfo de la Cruz, Honduras. Simcoe County Honduras Rights Monitor’s (SCHRM) This act of terrorism by Honduran, heavily armed men, food program in Honduras. To date we have received dressed in police uniforms, has terrorized the residents over $4000 to send to Tegucigalpa and El Progreso food of the communities around this northern coastal area. programs. As the reported COVID-19 cases have risen to Since these forced disappearances and kidnapping, the over 45 000 and with lack of medical attention, hospital international community has demanded the Honduran supplies and facilities, proper sanitation, and food, these government investigate these disappearances transparently communities have greatly benefitted from our donations. and with diligence. The men are still missing and are It is important to note that many deaths from COVID are presumed dead. not reported, particularly in poor neighbourhoods, where In a country with over 90% impunity, crimes against people cannot reach a hospital; some die in the street, the people and raids carried out by the military police waiting in line at the overcrowded hospital to be treated, are almost never reported or legitimately investigated. or die at home. This brings attention to the need for food Miriam Miranda, leader of the Garifuna organization support. OFRANEH, stated, “Since the coup, police and military The cost to feed a child one meal a day is $3 CDN. With resume in mid-August. All proceeds go to grassroots have the freedom to do whatever they want.” This freedom your donations, many families and children particularly, projects to help the Honduran people. Thank you, Tina, includes stealing Garifuna land and murdering and/or have received nutritious meals. This grassroots program for your support of these very meaningful initiatives! disappearing leaders. This story has a Canadian twist as goes directly to the source of the need; receipts and photos Support from Elmvale to Midland NJOI, a Canadian tourism company based in Newmarket, are supplied for transparency. With so much attention on SCHRM thanks local Midland human rights group, is under scrutiny for its illegal activities in the area. US charity organizations in the news lately, SCHRM believes Peaceworks, for its attention to the Honduran food Representative Ilhan Omar of Minnesota and others in that full disclosure and transparency is vital and that those program. Committee chairperson Elizabeth O’Connor the US Congress and Senate been very vocal regarding in need actually receive the benefits of donations from a continues to spread the word about serious issues the illegitimate and corrupt actions of the Honduran grassroots perspective. occurring in Honduras. Last year, Peaceworks sponsored government since the coup d’état. They call on the US Barrie Children Raise Funds a presentation made by Kathy Price of Amnesty Canada government to stop their support of the corrupt government SCHRM appreciates the initiative of a group of children on the political prisoner situation and the Canadian of Juan Orlando Hernandez. Many Canadian government from Barrie who raised $200 last weekend selling their involvement in the illegal tourism projects located on the officials remain silent on this matter, except for our local homemade crafts. The children are connected to a local northern coast around Tela Bay and Trujillo Bay. federal, provincial, and municipal representatives who Barrie teacher who teaches a course on government policy Honduras Now! Podcast have spoken out. We greatly appreciate their continued and world affairs. His students focussed on Honduras last Karen Spring has launched her Honduras Now! Podcast attention to the issues in Honduras. year when Edwin Espinal was in prison. When the children that shares human rights stories and connects them to Simcoe County Honduras Rights Monitor thanks you for heard about the food program, they quickly went to work global issues and US and Canadian policies. Her fifth your continued support. If you wish to donate to our food to make items to sell. SCHRM thanks Avery, Bethany, and episode will be published this week. Honduras Now offers programs or require further information, please email: Ryen for making their beautiful crafts and raising funds for “on the ground analysis from host, Karen Spring, a long- [email protected] or phone: 705-734-4238. the children in Honduras. time human rights activist and researcher, and Hondurans Elmvale Business Supports Honduran Families from all walks of life through interviews and trips around Janet Spring and the Simcoe County Honduras Rights The SCHRM appreciates the support of owner and the country.” To listen on your podcast app, go to redcircle. Monitor Committee operator Tina Breen from the TINY ART SHACK, Elmvale com-honduras- now-podcast. Karen begins her episode for her sponsorship of local macramé artist, Karen Spring. with a background on who she is, where she is from, and SAMUEL DE CHAMPLAIN STATUE Tina is featuring Karen’s macramé projects in her store and her work. In subsequent episodes, she provides details on REINSTALLATION DEFERRED on her website: www.thetinyartshack.com. The macramé the US and Canadian backed coup d’état of 2009, what the PETERBOROUGH, ONTARIO, JULY 23, 2020 – wall hangings are made with Canadian-manufactured rope coup d’état means today, the covid-19 crisis, and the latest Parks Canada Agency advises that reinstallation of the and driftwood found on the shores of Georgian Bay. These disappearances of four Afro-indigenous Garifuna leaders Samuel de Champlain statue as part of the monument wall hangings are only available for a few more weeks and its link to Canadian and international tourist projects. in the City of Orillia's Couchiching Beach Park has as Karen plans to travel back to Honduras when flights been deferred to allow for additional progress on the implementation of the Samuel de Champlain Monument ROBINSONS Bernie Pilon Working Group recommendations. In 2018, this working group was formed with Construction representatives from Parks Canada, the City of Orillia, Canada’s Paint Expert. Gravel Supplies the Chippewas of Rama First Nation, the Huron-Wendat Nation, the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario, Serving Barrie and Area for over 80 Years Crushed Road & Cement Gravel and two citizens-at-large from the City of Orillia. The Sand & Gravel Fill • Skid Steer Services group had the mandate to pursue public consultation A Hardware Store with Excavating • Bulldozing • Backhoe & Snow Removal and to recommend to Council and Parks Canada an ALL Your Needs! 7 Simcoe Street Rick’s Cell: (705) 623-4209 appropriate path forward for the Champlain Monument Mon-Sat & Sun 10-5 Elmvale, Ontario Phone: 322-2785 that is respectful and representative of both Indigenous and non-Indigenous perspectives. The Final Report Corner of Blake & Steele (705) 728-2431 L0L 1P0 Fax: 322-4458 and Recommendations and Appendix of the Samuel de 1960 - 61, split grade 1 - 2 class. Elmvale public school Champlain Monument Working Group was posted on the City of Orillia website (www.orillia.ca/champlain) on July 22, 2019, and accepted by Parks Canada the same day. After further consideration and discussions with concerned parties, it has been determined that it would be appropriate and respectful to approach the implementation of these recommendations in a holistic manner. The reinstallation plan is being deferred following more consultation and decision-making regarding the future interpretation and representation of the First Nations story, with the goal of honouring the past within the context of contemporary knowledge and wisdom. Parks Canada remains committed to working with its partners to implement the recommendations of the Working Group, including the reinstallation of the statue of Samuel de Champlain. Phase 2 of the consultation process will be reconvened in the coming weeks on a priority basis. Some minor cleaning work will take place on the site in the coming days to remove paint from the stairs. The Government of Canada is committed to reconciliation and renewed relationships with Indigenous peoples, based on recognition of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership. As stewards of Canada's natural and cultural heritage, Parks Canada is a leader in preserving Canada's cultural heritage and fostering public understanding. Working collaboratively with Indigenous peoples and citizens of Orillia in honouring their contributions to our shared heritage and history is a priority for Parks Canada. Schoolmaster and amateur mathematician William Shanks (1812-1882) spent the greater part of his life working out the value of pi (the ratio of a circle's Mrs. Barbara Lawson - teacher circumference to its diameter) to 707 decimal places. Back Row - L to R Don Griffis, Tommy Cain, Dennis Archer, Doug Wright, Jim Kidd, Don Whitfield, Rick Archer, More than 60 years after his death, mathematician DF David Barron, Jim Ritchie Ferguson, using a mechanical calculator, pointed out that Middle Row Peter Whitfield, Kathy Rowat, Rosella Ritchie, Linda Furlong, Cindy Wright, Carol Crowe, Debbie he had got the last 180 of these decimal places wrong. Stacey, Diane Rowat In 1958 an IBM computer did in 40 seconds what Shanks Front Row Brian Cole, Dave Jamieson, Scott McLean, Doug Jamieson, Marc Townes, Mike Townes, Garry had done in a lifetime. The millionth digit of pi was McKenzie, Raymond Black Courtesy of Richard J. Archer Sr. found in 1973 and the billionth by 1995

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We’ve previously warned about the risks you take when 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 Impostor! Social Media Account Verification Fails 1 Key Test you post your own photo on social media. It may not only be a target for theft but also a big help for scammers trying Can you trust social media account verification — the giant botnets — robot networks used for spamming other to steal your identity. process that tells a user that the person they’re looking at people who “mining” for virtual currencies. The latest alert comes because of a social media hashtag online is who they say they are? Not always. The firm is urging home users to act now to change any #ClassOf2020. For those who don’t know, a hash symbol Sites like Facebook and Twitter have done a lot to dump default passwords and even device names on networked used before one or more words enables social media users fake accounts. They’ve started a process to verify new equipment. to search on the hashtag and then see everyone who has accounts and flag up, with a checkmark, that they’re safe. But, as many people will already have discovered, this posted using the term. But it turns out that may not be enough. isn’t always easy. For instance, do you know how to In other words, they can see the high school graduation The checkmark, used by both of the leading social media change the name and password of your router, which is photos of everyone who has used the hashtag. sites, is supposed to verify that certain political and media usually the most vulnerable and valuable hacking target? This gives an identity thief a start. They record victims’ accounts have been verified and can therefore be trusted. Don’t be embarrassed to say “no.” You’re probably in names, details of their school, and when they graduated. But in an unofficial security test of Twitter, not sanctioned the majority because it isn’t always obvious how to do it. They then use this information to search for additional by the company, a 17-year-old high school student created In most cases, you access your router’s settings through details. a false identity to open an account. He gave a false name your Internet browser. But to do that, you must know the Not surprisingly, consumer organizations have issued a and claimed to be a Republican candidate for Rhode router’s IP address — that’s a unique sequence of four warning not to post. Island. It earned him a trusted checkmark! groups of numbers that usually start with “192.” Every Then, imagine what would happen if an identity thief Worrying news, considering that prior to this, Twitter device on your home network has its own IP address. harvests a lot of information about you and then snags a had allegedly stated: “Our worst-case scenario is that we If you were wise enough to keep the manual for your recent photo. verify someone who isn’t actually the candidate.” router, this will tell you how to change its password. And if He/she then has enough information about you, and That seems to be exactly what happened. you didn’t, you can almost certainly find it on the maker’s a photo, to enable them to try to fool the social media Reporting the incident, broadcaster CNN said: “The fact website. account verification process. Which takes us back to that a teenager using next to no resources was able to Beware, however, of using a site offering manuals for all where we started. quickly create a fake candidate in his free time and get it types of devices. While most of them are legit, others will Alert of the Week verified by Twitter raises questions about the company’s try to hide malware in the files you download. So, if you Scammers are phoning people to accuse them of money preparedness for handling how the 2020 elections will can’t get it from the maker’s site, ensure you check any laundering and telling them a warrant has been issued play out on its platform.” such file with your security software. for their arrest. For some reason, the crooks claim the Naturally, Twitter suspended the account when they were If you’re just a little tech savvy, you can also find the “offense” is something to do with the Social Security told about it. router’s IP address in Windows by calling up a command Administration (SSA). This is a serious issue for those who are trying to avoid prompt (press the “start” key and then type “cmd”). This It’s simply a prelude to an identity theft attempt. But the falling victim to fake news. will take you to a black screen with a cursor next to the SSA says it does not have a role in investigating money The teenager explained that, in his attempt to fool Twitter, name of your main user folder. laundering or, indeed, of seeking a person’s confidential he set up a website and then grabbed a photo from a site Just type in the word “ipconfig” and press “enter.” This information. called “this person does not exist.” Yes, that’s a real site. will cause a stream of data to appear on screen and partway So, just hang up. Finally, he completed a survey, run by a third party on down you’ll find the IP address, which you can then key Twitter’s behalf. This company subsequently admitted it into your browser’s address line. Change Your Router Password to Secure Your Home had “made a mistake” in its verification process. You can also use a network management app to identify Network Within a short while, the account had 10 followers — not the number. The pros keep telling us the days of passwords are almost a lot but enough to show how people are at risk of being (For information on how to access your router via an done. They’re often easy to guess or steal, and they’re tricked by fake identities. Apple Mac, see How to Change Your Wi-Fi Network’s tough to remember. Twitter subsequently told CNN that it had put additional Name and Password.) But although we now have biometric alternatives — like procedures in place to verify political candidates. However, if you change your router’s password, be facial recognition and fingerprint reading — these have Should we be worried? Well, we know from the 2016 warned that you will then have to “tell” it to all the devices sometimes turned out to be either unreliable or, in some Presidential Election that foreign entities, believed to that use it on your Wi-Fi network, like phones, laptops, people’s opinions, an invasion of privacy. be sponsored by their governments, tried to disrupt the alarm systems and so on — often a tedious process. But Even with biometrics, some programs and apps still campaign and voting process. So, we can be pretty darned when you’re doing this, you should also use the opportunity require passwords for double checking you are who you sure they will be — or are now — active again. And we to change the devices’ own passwords as well. say you are, or as an alternative if your device simply know that social media sites are fighting a battle against Tedious it may be, but changing your router’s password, doesn’t recognize you. fake news on many fronts. and choosing a unique combination of letters, numbers and Others are pieces of equipment like modems and routers From a user point of view, avoiding these malicious symbols, is probably the most effective way — along with that currently have no way of detecting biometrics. You activities is tough. But in the case of a potentially false good security software — of securing your home network. still need a password to access them. identity, we now know it may not be enough to trust Coronavirus Scams Update So most of us still use passwords, lots of them, as our account verification. Scammers are still hard at work, using the Covid-19 virus main form of identification, meaning there are probably So, before you “follow” even a supposedly verified as a platform from which to steal from their victims. tens of billions of them in use around the world. person, you should do a search on their name, looking The latest batch of Covid scams includes: And yet we still haven’t learned how to safeguard them, for photos and other data that can be compared with the • A huge increase in fake online sales of pets. The US giving them up to hackers, scammers and other types of “verified” social media account. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says that in April, the crooks at the drop of a hat. In fact, in some respects, either However, there’s another important issue here — that total number of pet scams exceeded the number for the website from which the 17-year-old obtained a created we’re getting worse or the crooks are getting better at photo of a person who doesn’t exist. breaking into our PCs, home networks or online accounts. The rest of this article and many more can be read in What About Fake Personal Photos? For example, a new study by Internet security firm the police report at www.springwaternews.ca The site — https://thispersondoesnotexist.com/ — F-Secure showed that many people still fail to change comprises just a single page showing one photo at a time. default passwords that come with the smart devices in their That is, when you visit, you just get a head photo with homes. Often, these “secret” words are either “admin” or brief details of the person who “imagined” it. Pressing the “default.” refresh icon (a partly completed circle with an arrowhead But crooks have also discovered more obscure default on a web browser) produces another photo, and so on. terms used by DVRs and security cameras. Hacking into There’s no other information but the site appears to be a these devices is often the easiest way for them to take showcase for image generators using artificial intelligence control of an entire home network and to plant malware (AI). The single page site has a link to a person atthe around the setup. University of Michigan. So, instead of the guessable passwords most of us know Its existence and purpose seem totally legitimate. Its about, a “honeypot” trap set up by F-Secure to lure the purpose seems to be linked to competition among AI scammers found the most common guesses included developers, known as a “generative adversarial network” device defaults like “vizxv” (well-known DVR default) or GAN. GAN developers try to competitively teach AI and “1001chin” (used by some routers). programs how to create photos. The results are amazing. Furthermore, some consumers who do change the default This all seems very technical but, as the teenager made passwords, often these use the same new one for multiple Open - Monday to Friday 8:30 – 5:30 clear, it’s also a useful site for “snagging” photos of non- devices, making it easier than ever for the crooks to hack Saturday 8:30 – 4:30 existent people. And if you visit the site, you’ll see just multiple devices. Sundays 10 - 4:30 how realistic they are. How to Change a Network Router Password So, here is more evidence that, when it comes to Internet But, worse than all of this is the fragile security of our We take orders for feed, etc.,by phone and thru use, you can’t even trust your eyes in deciding whether a routers, the gateway to our network. email [email protected] picture is genuine or not. 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We are family owned and operated, pride ourselves medical attention when needed on the highest level of customer service and up-to- July 23, 2020—As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, date product knowledge. Announcements Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) is reassuring REQUIREMENTS patients it is safe to receive care based on the many safety Royal Canadian Legion Branch#262 • OBT2 license – experience in service, Elmvale, would like to thank all those measures the hospital has implemented over the past four months. Whether individuals need Emergency department maintenance, replacement and who donated & the volunteers who installation of residential oil equipment. helped during our bottle & can drive. care or have an elective procedure booked, GBGH is It was a great success. prepared to meet the health care needs of the community • G3, 313D, 308R are all assets but not Thank you very much Elmvale. it serves. necessary. In mid-June, the hospital safely resumed some elective • Experience installing oil tanks and oil fired procedures and surgeries based on specific criteria laid Capital Priorities Funding equipment. out by the provincial government to help maintain safety. The Simcoe County District School Board is appreciative These include enhanced cleaning practices, a stable rate • Experience using a power threader. of the funding for capital priorities that the board receives of COVID cases in the area, a reliable supply of PPE and • High level of residential customer service. from the Ministry of Education. Recently, the board was medication, having a plan for pre-operative diagnostic informed that it was successful in obtaining funding for testing, and having staff and space to care for patients in • Clean drivers’ license. two of its top ten capital priorities. the event of a COVID patient surge. • The announcement includes a new 593 pupil place Live within our territory (30km radius from As surgeries/procedures ramp up to 60 per cent of the Collingwood, ON). elementary school in south Bradford, with an estimated hospitals’ capacity, GBGH continues to work through construction value of $13.5M. This is welcome news for the backlog of cases in a safe and efficient matter while Email your resume to an area in the board that is facing significant growth and keeping patient safety a priority. [email protected] enrolment pressures. “We understand that times have been challenging and The announcement also includes a new 190 pupil place going out into public spaces may cause feelings of anxiety, elementary school in Shanty Bay, with an estimated but GBGH continues to be a safe environment,” says Dr. construction value of $5.9M. This is funding for the Vikram Ralhan, chief of staff and emergency physician, replacement of the current school, which has been deemed GBGH. “We are taking all precautionary measures to prohibitive to repair. protect patients and do not want anyone to delay care - We anticipate that these new schools will open in whether it may be a visit to our Emergency department, September 2023. an elective procedure or a diagnostic test. If you are Further information regarding the capital priorities update experiencing a health concern, it’s a concern to us too.” released by the government of Ontario can be found here: With certified infection prevention and control experts, https://news.ontario.ca/opo/en/2020/07/ontario-building- cleaning professionals and clinical education resources and-expanding-schools-across-the-province.html. on staff to guide the hospital through all safety measures, the hospital remains one of the safest places within the Protect yourself during extended heat warning community. GBGH has enhanced cleaning measures SIMCOE MUSKOKA – An extended heat warning has between procedures and is ensuring that all persons been issued until the end of the day for communities in our entering the hospital are screened, comply with hand region, a reminder that people should be careful of their hygiene practices, wear a health and look for ways to avoid overheating, says the hospital-provided mask and BRiDGE BiTES from The American Contract Bridge League Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit. follow physical distancing. oDDS-oN FAvoRiTE By: Brian Gunnell When temperatures are high, overexertion will increase “The right care in the right the risk of heat exhaustion, dehydration or heat stroke. place at the right time is critical ♠ 82 Both Vulnerable During the heat, you should be taking care to avoid as untreated or undiagnosed ♥ 73 South West North East overheating. health issues can become more ♦ Q982 1♠ Pass 1NT Pass ♣ A6432 4♠ Pass Pass Pass serious over time,” adds Dr. • Be sure to drink plenty of fluids (non-caffeinated). ♠ 97 North ♠ 654 Against 4♠, West led the ♥Q and when Don’t wait until you feel thirsty – that’s a sign that your Ralhan. “Although it’s uncertain ♥ QJT98 ♥ AK6 West East Dummy went down both defenders body is already becoming dehydrated. how long the pandemic will ♦ J63 ♦ KT754 could see the need to stop a Heart ruff continue, the community can ♣ QT8 Declarer ♣ 95 • Stay cool indoors in Dummy. In case it was necessary to ♠ AKQJT3 • If you must be outside, stay in the shade and remain certain that the hospital lead through Declarer (West might ♥ 542 make sure you wear and reapply sunscreen, a broad- will continue providing safe, have ♠Kx), East overtook with his ♥K ♦ A exceptional care through all the and fired back a trump. brimmed hat, sunglasses and lightweight, light-colored, ♣ KJ7 services we offer.” loose-fitting clothing. You can count nine top tricks and are clearly not going to be allowed to get your • Electric fans provide comfort tenth via the aforementioned Heart ruff. So, Clubs must come to the rescue, and by increasing evaporation, however one obvious line of play is simply to draw trumps, cross to the ♣A and finesse the when conditions are extreme, fans ♣J. There’s a 50% chance that East will have the ♣Q, in which case you’ll make will not prevent heat-related illness. your contract. Can you find a line that is odd-on favorite to succeed?

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homes. But it won’t work to win the trump shift at Trick 2, draw the remaining trumps, and Infants and young children, the then lose a Club. In that case the defense will take two Heart tricks and four frail elderly and people with chronic altogether. Better timing is required. The Club must be lost before drawing lung conditions or taking certain trumps, that way there will still be a trump on the board to handle that third round of Hearts. prescription drugs are more vulnerable to harm from overheating. Check in A Rule of Thumb: You don’t need to memorize probability tables in order to on these people to make sure they’re know if a suit is likely to break evenly. Here’s a short cut … when missing an staying safe. even number of cards in the suit then the odds are against it splitting 1-1 or 2-2 For more information about extreme or 3-3 … when missing an odd number then the suit is odds-on to split 2-1 or 3-2 or 4-3. heat, visit the health unit’s website at www.smdhu.org/heat or call Health Visit www.acbl.org for more about the fascinating game of bridge or email [email protected] For games in Barrie see www.barriebridge.com Connection weekdays 8:30 a.m. to For games in Midland see www.midlanddbc.com 4:30 p.m. at 721-7520 (1-877-721- Page 20 Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.springwaternews.ca Heaslip & Son Renovation Leon Tilt & Load & Handyman Services Ken Archer We pick up scrap cars, trucks and metals. 705-361-9945 Painting Call 705-527-9534 Over 25 years experience painting & wallpapering www.heaslipandson.com Severn Lodge Wins 2020 TripAdvisor Call Ken 705-727-8313 95% of Ontario Long-Term Care Staff Travellers’ Choice Award unfilled. Many work short every day, every shift. Most Report Staffing Shortages Leaving describe worse staffing levels on weekends and evenings Muskoka - Ontario, August 2, 2020 Severn Lodge today Basic Care Needs Unmet: and unsafe levels of staffing are routine. Some homes have announced it has been recognized as a 2020 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best award winner for Top 25 Hotels Health Coalition Releases Staffing Survey Calling for recently cut back staff hours and are limiting overtime despite severe shortages. for Families in Canada. Based on a full year of Tripadvisor Ford Government to Take Action reviews, prior to any changes caused by the pandemic, Toronto – Staff describe it as “heartbreaking”, “wrong” When asked what care they could not provide, staff delineated a list that is deeply disturbing. More than 100 award winners exemplify travelers’ ultimate favorite, top and “a far cry from what they deserve”. The Ontario Health 1% of hospitality businesses around the globe. Coalition released the results of a survey today of more staff surveyed report the following: baths and showers are missed regularly leaving residents without proper washing "The reviews and opinions of our guests have helped us than 150 long-term care staff about staffing and care levels to constantly improve. Special thanks to everyone for your in Ontario’s long-term care homes. The survey asked because there are too few staff to use lifts safely and because of rushing; emotional support was described as support", said Gary Don, Assistant General Manager of whether staffing is worse, better or the same since prior to Severn Lodge. COVID-19. The Coalition held roundtables and released “non-existent” and most staff reported there was little to no time to do it despite residents’ loneliness and depression; "Winners of the 2020 Travelers’ Choice Awards should be a report last December in partnership with Unifor on the proud of this distinguished recognition," said Kanika Soni, PSW staffing crisis in long-term care. Today’s survey there is no time to complete Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as brushing teeth, shaving, nail care; care is Chief Commercial Officer at Tripadvisor. “Although it’s covers all staff and looks at what has happened since. been a challenging year for travel and hospitality, we want Conducted over the week from July 10 to July 17 in every described as rushed all the time. More than 50 staff surveyed report that there is not enough to celebrate our partners' achievements. Award winners region of Ontario, the survey found that 95 percent of the are beloved for their exceptional service and quality. Not staff report that their long-term care homes are short staffed time to feed and hydrate residents properly, to reposition them so as to avoid bedsores, to toilet them when they need it. Staff only are these winners well deserving, they are also a great and 53% of those report that they are short shortages every source of inspiration for travelers as the world begins to day. Sixty-three percent of the staff report that staffing report that there are more frequent falls as a result of lack of time and supervision. A number of staff report that there venture out again.” levels are worse than before COVID-19 hit and 28 percent To see TripAdvisor traveller reviews and opinions of said that staffing levels are the same. It is undisputed that are few to no activities, no entertainment, no rehabilitation, inadequate laundry leaving shortages of linens and supplies, Severn Lodge go to https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Hotel_ there was a critical shortage already, prior to COVID-19. Review-g1144943-d568482-Reviews-Severn_Lodge- Staff have been denied vacation, stat holidays and not enough staff to do medication carts on time, and an overall unacceptable quality of care. Staff descriptions of Port_Severn_Muskoka_District_Ontario.html. weekends under emergency orders since the beginning About Severn Lodge of the pandemic. Staff have left due to fear, injuries, lack shortages and care that cannot be done are shocking, and a sample of their responses is included in the report. Severn Lodge is one of Ontario Canada’s premier lakeside of childcare, and the requirement to choose one home in resorts in the heart of the world famous Muskoka Georgian which to work. Some homes have dozens of staff lines The Health Coalition is warning Ontario’s long-term care homes are not ready for a second wave Bay lake district. For over 150 years the magnificent of COVID-19. Quebec’s and British beauty and serenity of our idyllic Muskoka lake country 959 Marshall Rd Columbia’s governments have intervened, has attracted vacationers seeking refuge from their daily Wyebridge ON improving wages, providing full-time routine. Here, the air is clean, the water is crystal clear, the work, paying for staff training, engaging stars are bright, and the sunsets spectacular! Ph - 705-526-0563 in recruitment to get staffing levels up About Tripadvisor www.doublejbfeeds.ca to safety. These have not happened in Tripadvisor, the world's largest travel platform*, helps Just north of Mertz Sid- Ontario despite repeated calls for the same 463 million travelers each month** make every trip their eroad on Marshall Rd. measures and a deep consensus among best trip. Travelers across the globe use the Tripadvisor advocates that the government must set site and app to browse more than 860 million reviews Mon- Fri 8:30 - 5:00 a minimum care standard of an average and opinions of 8.7 million accommodations, restaurants, Saturday 9:00 - 5:00 minimum of 4-hours of care per resident experiences, airlines and cruises. Whether planning or on Sunday & Holidays per day. The Coalition issued an open a trip, travelers turn to Tripadvisor to compare low prices Closed letter to Doug Ford signed onto by more on hotels, flights and cruises, book popular tours and Dairy, Beef, Poultry, Swine, Sheep, than 200 organizations representing two attractions, as well as reserve tables at great restaurants. Rabbit, Equine rations and Bird seed. million Ontarians calling for immediate Tripadvisor, the ultimate travel companion, is available in 49 markets and 28 languages. ORGANIC FEED AVAILABLE! action yet nothing has been done to address the staffing emergency. MORE SCOOP ON COOKING WITH FRUITS: * For juicier citrus fruits, take from the refrigerator and microwave at 100 percent power, allowing 45 seconds for one fruit, 60 seconds for two, and 1-1/2 to 2 minutes for 2020 BLOOMZIN ELMVALE four. * Nothing preserves a fruit's natural nutrients, shape and color like micro-poaching. For perfect poached peaches, EDGE would like to thank all the wonderful sponsors of the Bloomzin Elmvale combine 2 tablespoons peach or other fruit-flavored hanging flower basket project. liqueur and 1 teaspoon each freshly squeezed lemon juice and vanilla in a flat, microwave-proof 2-quart casserole. Arrange 4 halved and pitted ripe peaches skin-side down in casserole, cover with lid or vented plastic food wrap in memoriam and microwave at 100 percent power 2 minutes. Turn peaches over, re- In memory of Annett Belcourt from Lou Belcourt & family, In memory of Joseph O`Neill from Shannon Hammer, In cover and cook 1 to 3 minutes at 100 percent power until memory of Paul & Del Bertram from Lois Bertram, In memory of Marie Sage & Doreen Handy from Howard Sage, In memory of Granddog Jasmine Toddfrom John & Marilyn Bancsi, In memory of Sherry White from Sandra Owen, In tender. memory of Etta Viola Maxim from John Maxim & family, In memory of Leonard Archer from Janice, Peggy, Connie, Let stand 3 minutes, uncovered. Slip the skins off and Patrick & Irma Archer, In memory of Marlene Patterson from Susan & Bill Patterson & family, In memory of James serve warm or chilled with the casserole juices. Graham & Gordon Craggs from June Craggs, In memory of Wendell & Glenn Downey from Mary Downey & family, In * To soften bananas for banana bread and muffins, memory of Gilbert Moreau from Diane Moreau & family, In memory of Frank Klein-Gebbnick from Gerry Klein-Gebbnick & pierce unpeeled bananas once or twice and microwave, family, In memory of Lorne Birch from Barbara Birch & family, In memory of Loved Ones from Bernice Trace, In memory uncovered, at 100 percent power for 1 minute, turning of Ken & Marie Knox from John & Karen Hubbard & family, In memory of Don & Flora Kenwell from Donna Kenwell, In over at half time. 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Happy 80th Birthdays to Shirley (McKay) Richardson & Judy (Baker) Adams, Happy 97th Birthday to Claudia Kenney from the Frank Kenney family and Happy 66th Wedding Anniversary to Anne & Harold Boker from your family.

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Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • Phone 705.322.2249 Cell: 705.321.2653 Page 21 Lynn-Stone Funeral Homes Inc. Obituaries Lynn-Stone15 Yonge Funeral St S., Elmvale Homes Inc. BROWN, Carol ‘JoAnne’- McGINNIS, George 15 Yonge705-322 St. S.,-2732 Elmvale On Wednesday, July 29, John - Passed away 2020, at Sara Vista Long peacefully at Georgian www.lynnstonefuneralhome.com705-322-2732 Term Care Home, Elmvale, Bay General Hospital, www.lynnstonefuneralhome.com in her 79th year, JoAnne Midland on Tuesday, Brown (nee Waples), July 28, 2020 in his 67th formerly of Vasey, passed year. George McGinnis, away peacefully the day formerly of Elmvale, was after sharing her 58th the beloved son of the late wedding anniversary with Mary and Tom McGinnis. her loving husband Larry. Much loved mother Lovingly remembered of sons Greg (deceased), Shannon and Darren by his siblings Teresa (Murray) Archer, Tom (Leanne) and grandmother to Jordan. Forever (Colleen) McGinnis, Tim McGinnis (Anne in the hearts of her siblings Wayne (deceased) Rumney), Paul “Rusty” McGinnis, Marianne Gloria (Finn) Neilson and Debbie Viallet and her (Dan) Charlebois. Predeceased by brother in-laws Garnet (Ruth) Brown and Elmer (Janice) Frank and sisters Anna (Cliff) Banash and Kathy (survived by Martin) Marchand. He will Brown. Aunt JoAnne will be remembered by her nieces and nephews. be missed by many nieces and nephews and A private family graveside memorial service will great nieces and nephews. George was a proud We Offer Basic Cremation Services as well as former member of the Hilltop Hunt Club and be held at Vasey Union Cemetery. We Offer BasicTraditional Cremations Funerals. Services as well as Memorial donation to Friends of Sara Vista the Wilderness Excursion Club and a famous Elmvale or Unity United Church Vasey would be supporter of Elmvale Mets Fastball Team. AgentTraditional for Sanderson Funerals. Monument Co. appreciated by the family. George made many friendships throughout his Messages of sympathy may be sent to the family life and he danced to the beat of his own drum. Obituary at www.lynnstonefuneralhome.com He will be fondly remembered by many friends. Agent for Sanderson Monument Co. A private family graveside memorial service was Sporring, Robert (Bob) Chris held at St. Patrick's Cemetery, Phelpston. May 22, 1938 - July 18, 2020 JONES, BRIAN A gathering to celebrate George's life will be held Bob passed away on Saturday, at RVH in Barrie, MACPHAIL later this year if Covid-19 regulations permit. On July 24, Brian Ontario at the age of 82. Cherished father of son If you would like to make a donation in George's MacPhail Jones, who Rob and his wife Anne, and daughter Debbie memory please consider R.C. Legion Br #262, was so lucky in life and {deceased}. Loving grandfather to Krystina, and Elmvale or the Georgian Bay Cancer Support love, passed away. Brandy. Iconic great-grandfather to Robbie and Centre, Penetanguishene. Predeceased by his David. Dear brother to Peter and sister Hazel, Expressions of sympathy may be sent to wife of 49 years, Vivian and Herbie {deceased}. www.lynnstonefuneralhome.com Archer. Brian found love again on March 12, Bob always felt lucky and privileged to serve with 2008 when he married Dianne White and they the following organizations during his life such as Kevin Charles farming, and serving with the UN forces on Cyprus. were fortunate enough to share 12 years together. Merritt Brian’s legacy of love has been passed onto Bob taught electricity at Blenheim District High School, Tecumseh Piper Merritt, along High School in Chatham, and at Eastview Secondary School in Barrie. his 7 children, 10 grandchildren and 1 great with her children granddaughter. Bob served two terms as District President, Simcoe County OSSTF, Levi and Shilo are and opened the very first OSSTF office in Simcoe County. Bob also Bradley (Judi) children Perianne (Joel) and disappointed to daughter Vivia and Kieran (Anna), Robert serviced as Councillor with announce that the Vespra Township Council for two terms. Bob also serviced with the (Annette), Rodney (Jennifer) children Katy and Celebration of Life Gregory, Roger (Barb) Springwater Community Policing Committee. for Kevin Merritt has Bob always considered it a privilege and an honour to work with all the Ian (Barbara) children Charlotte (Rob) and been postponed until Joshua, Sylvia (David) children Dawson and above people, especially the students. further notice. Those Bob retired from teaching in 1993 to operate the garden centre on Jamie, Chris (Rina) children Colter and Carson, who can, please ride as a tribute to Kevin. Updated Brian also had the pleasure of sharing his love Wilson Drive with his lovely wife Rose, who then assisted further full information and messages of condolence will be time upon her retirement four years later. with Dianne’s children, Tim (Angela) daughter received by leclaircremationcentre.ca Valencia, Lisa and daughter Jessica, Cheryl And last but not least, he will miss his golfing buddies and would always say thanks to my family, and for a long fulfilling life. (Brian) son Riley, Christopher (Jerilee), children Doreen Ruth SYE (nee Garet and Chelsea, He will be terribly missed and always be remembered by his family Reynolds) - Passed away and friends. We thank you for your many selfless services sir. Blessed to have lived in Tay Township all his life peacefully on August 2, after attending the University of Guelph where No visitations due to Covid-19. 2020 at Royal Victoria Celebration of Life in late September he developed friendships that continued over his Hospital, Barrie, at the age lifetime. of 85. Dad believed in giving back and supporting his Loving mother of Tara community. He was an active member of Unity D'Angelo (Enio-deceased), United Church in Vasey; served on Tay Township Kirk (Caroline), Thane council and committees; was a University (Donna) and Bonnie (Eric). Beloved wife of the of Guelph alumni; a member of the Ontario late Jack Stewart Sye (2011). Dear grandmother Federation of Agriculture and a canvasser for of Season Laviolette (Bryan), Dustin D'Angelo over 30 years for the Cancer Society. (Jamie), Ian and Heather Kay. Great grandmother Brian will be remembered for his love of current of Stewart, Jacob and Jesse. affairs, politics, history and most importantly Dear daughter of Margaret "Elizabeth" Scarlett engaging with people and asking questions. and Arthur Reynolds of Scarlett Line outside Please share your favourite Brian stories with of Waverley. Last surviving sibling of Maysie, Dianne and family, because he always loved a Fredda, Frances, Elma, and Bill. great story! Doreen will be sadly missed by her family and Memorial donations would be welcome to Unity friends. She was a loving woman who was United Church, 4967 Vasey Road, Midland, ON, extremely kind and considerate. Taken too soon. L4R 4K3 or Hospice Huronia. Private memorial to be arranged at a later date. A private family funeral was held at Lynn-Stone In lieu of flowers donations to St. John's Funeral Home in Elmvale on Wednesday July Anglican Church or Royal Victoria Hospital 29th . Cancer Center would be appreciated. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to Expressions of sympathy may be sent to www.lynnstonefuneralhome.com www.lynnstonefuneralhome.com Jones, Pauline – Passed away at Hospice Simcoe, Barrie on Sunday, August 2, 2020 at the age of 83. Mary Pauline Alice Johnston was born in a log cabin on the Sixth of Flos on May 31, 1937. She was the eldest daughter of George Johnston and Ruth Archer who had both been born on the same road. She spent her youth there as well as on a farm just west of Phelpston. On September 14, 1957 she married Doug Jones of Anten Mills and together they raised their family, firstly on the nd2 of Flos and later in the village of Anten Mills. Pauline was put on this earth to be a wife and mother. She excelled at it! When she felt her boys were old enough she took a job at the Simcoe County Museum which she thoroughly enjoyed. She was well respected by her co-workers as well as the patrons and county personnel. She worked there until retirement. Pauline had may admirable qualities but she will be most remembered for her empathy Tompkins & Heels and kindness to others. She put others before herself, sometimes to her detriment but Monuments Ltd. never waivered from that philosophy until the end. She will be missed by many. For Quality & Craftsmanship Since 1932 Beloved wife for 63 years to Doug of Anten Mills. Loving mother to Doug Jones (Sue) of Barrie and Glenn Jones (Barb) of Holland Landing. Cherished grandmother of Bobby Jones (Steph), Alana Jones, Locally owned and operated and Lauren Jones, all of Barrie. Great Amma to Jackson and Gray Jones. Dear sister of Lawrence Manufacturer of unsurpassed quality granite. 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Messages of Mon - Fri 9 - 5 • Sat 9 - 1 pm condolence may be forwarded through adamsfuneralhome.ca Evenings available by appointment Page 22 Springwater News • August 6, 2020 • Edition 579 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.springwaternews.ca E New Source Protection Committee Jim Pratt, Broker, Members Appointed SRES, BA, BEd (Seniors Real Estate Specialist®) July 23, 2020 – Port McNicoll - Most of us in southern Ontario take safe and plentiful drinking water for granted,

your community online auction centre but that supply is being protected through the actions of numerous legislative provisions, one of which is a local On The Bay Inc. stakeholder group called the Source Protection Committee, UPCOMING AUCTIONS [email protected] created under the Clean Water Act of 2006. - Aug. 16-20 Direct: 705-790-7997 Moving Sale for Sally & Gil Stelter, Guelph The Source Protection Committee for this region (South - Aug. 23-27 Office: 705-352-2205 August Multi Consignor Auction, Guelph Georgian Bay Lake Simcoe) began meeting in 2007 Cambridge Estate Auction - Aug. 23-27 www.jimpratt.ca and continues its important role to this day. Earlier this Estate of Carolyn Cattran, Guelph - Aug. 30-Sept. 3 998 Mosley, Wasaga Beach year, the Committee undertook a significant refresh in Cotton Downsizing Auction, Kitchener - Sept. 6-10 its membership. After a thorough search and application DiPaola Quality Moving Sale, Woodbridge - Sept. 6-10 review, six new members have been appointed to the NEW U.S. FARM SUBSIDIES PUT Full auction listings & information at committee. The Committee consists of 21 members, plus ONTARIO GRAIN FARMERS AT rapid-sell.ca the Chair, plus a First Nations representative from Rama First Nation. FURTHER RISK These new members will join the 16 existing members GUELPH, ON (July 31, 2020) – Grain Farmers of Ontario, No computer? No problem. the province‘s largest commodity organization, representing Call our office at 705-722-6217. to review and update the local Source Protection Plan and Assessment Reports, as well as oversee the implementation Ontario‘s 28,000 barley, corn, oat, soybean, and wheat farmers,

A Division of David Moore & Associates Inc. Auctions & Appraisals 705-722-6217 of existing plan policies. today urges the Canadian government to help Ontario grain The new members are: farmers with current risk from COVID-19 and U.S. farm Ontario Improving Farm Animal • Geoff Allen, Public Representative, Clearview Township subsidies and relief, which could soon top $85 billion. Health and Agricultural Productivity • Andy Campbell, Municipal Representative, U.S. President Donald Trump has already provided over $35 billion Research investment will help farmers safely manage Town of Midland in Farm Aid relief to farmers and the agriculture industry in the U.S., livestock • David Greenwood, Public Representative, Town creatingE an uneven playing field for Canadian farmers competitively. August 4, 2020 9:30 A.M.Ministry of Agriculture, Food of Newmarket Recently $20 billion in new subsidies and aid was proposed and and Rural Affairs • Jeff Hamelin, Municipal Representative, Town of reports indicate the new funding could go as high as $50 billion. The Ontario Government is investing $2.35 million in Penetanguishene “The ability of the U.S. grain farmer to survive any economic • Brandon Powers, Economic Representative, downturns is better than ever, while our own recent survey shows advanced animal research related to livestock health and well-being while also focusing on increasing productivity Town of Collingwood that 76 per cent of Ontario grain farmers say they cannot compete and competitiveness in the livestock sector. The findings • Cate Root, Public Representative, Victoria Harbour with U.S. farmers who are receiving subsidies,” said Markus will provide farmers with the latest knowledge and on- Lynn Dollin, Mayor of Innisfil, who’s chaired the Source Haerle, Chair, Grain Farmers of Ontario. “With additional farm solutions for safely managing livestock so they can Protection Committee since its inception in 2007, says she relief being proposed for U.S. farmers and continued U.S. price continue to be world leaders in the agriculture sector. is “looking forward to continuing the important work of interventions, the Canadian government must act now.” This research is funded through the Ontario Agri-Food the Source Protection Committee and is confident that our Current corn and soybean prices are well below the 10-year Innovation Alliance, a collaboration between the Ontario region will be well served with a mix of returning members average and with market disruptions from COVID-19, trade government and the University of Guelph to support that have valuable experience and some fresh eyes to bring disputes, and more, show no signs of recovery to normal growth and innovation in the province's agri-food and new perspectives and ideas to the group. It is an honour to levels. New U.S. subsidies will continue to drive low prices for rural sectors. chair such an impressive group.” Ontario grain farmers, making the need for federal government "The research we're investing in will provide farmers Jeff Hamelin (new municipal member for the Severn investment into business risk management (BRM) programs with some of the latest knowledge and tools they need to Sound watershed) says “being a student of the Severn more vital than ever. keep farm animals and food safe," said Ernie Hardeman, Sound Watershed and having worked in the municipal AgriStability, an existing BRM, was cut in 2012 leaving Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. "This drinking water sector, I am honored to be in a position grain and oilseed farmers without price insurance farmers can is one of the many ways we're supporting the growth, to continue advancing the safety of drinking water from rely on. Grain Farmers of Ontario has repeatedly asked the productivity and competitiveness of Ontario's livestock a source water perspective and look forward to working federal government to restore the coverage to 85 per cent and sector." with such a distinguished group of individuals” eliminating the reference margin limiting would be a significant Through the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance, New Source Protection Committee member for the improvement to the program. the Province is funding livestock research projects to Severn Sound watershed, Andy Campbell, looks “forward “To date, our government has only offered minimal COVID-19 investigate innovative methods, practices and products to contributing to provincial policy, advancing protection support to agriculture, the bulk of which constituted additional that will help the sector better understand and support in our watershed and to lend my experience as a municipal farm debt for farmers, and none of that was earmarked to help livestock health and welfare, including: manager who is responsible on a daily basis for the safety grain farmers, who provide the crops that support most of the • Identifying genetic markers to reduce disease and of our drinking water supply system in Ontario.” agriculture industry,” Haerle continued. “Our survey shows infections in sheep and cows For the complete list of Source Protection Committee that 80 per cent of our farmer-members want the Canadian • Improving access to veterinary services and support members please visit ourwatershed.ca. government to level the playing field with the U.S. farmers.” in rural and remote areas • Developing a surveillance program for milk tanks on dairy farms Drury Well Drilling Ltd. • Examining newborn milk in the development of Licence #1851 neonatal dairy calves No water? No pressure? Call us! • Evaluating novel methods to prevent bovine respiratory disease • Wells • Identifying disease-causing pathogens in sheep and • Pumps & Pressure Systems Servicing goats Simcoe County • Validating the use of probiotics to support the health • Well Inspections of multiple livestock species • Repairs & Upgrades since 1988 • Investigating alternative control measures for E. coli 3 Service diarrhea in pigs Trucks "The University of Guelph is delighted to build on 2 Drilling - no wait our powerful partnership with OMAFRA to advance ing livestock health, welfare, and productivity," said Malcolm Rigs Campbell, Vice-President (Research). "This research, undertaken by our world-class researchers, will create real-world solutions that support the competitiveness of our livestock industry; that ensure continued production of safe, sustainable, and nutritious food; and that fuel Year round service and construction! innovation that has positive, global impact." All projects are designed to ensure Ontario's agri-food All Work Guaranteed! • 705.721.1053 sector can quickly benefit from the new knowledge, that, "It contains more than 1,000 compounds with high- technologies and solutions developed through provincially antioxidant capacity." Plus, decaf has about the same funded research. amount of antioxidants. However, extracting the caffeine Quick Facts may reduce the total amount of phenolic acids and • The $2.35 million earmarked for new livestock antioxidants, but it still contains a beneficial amount. had an effect on problem-solving, idea-generation, health, welfare and productivity projects is part Reducing Inflammation - One of the major benefits of memory, and mood. More data on a larger percentage of of the province’s Ontario Agri-Food Innovation taking in antioxidants daily is that it can help to reduce the population would be needed to enhance the study. Alliance annual investment of $8.65 million, which inflammation. Plus, studies have shown it may decrease Keep Your Heart Healthy - Having a healthy coffee supports research at the University of Guelph. The your risk of chronic disease like type 2 diabetes and habit may lower your risk of heart disease. A study in Alliance funds research in areas of environmental Parkinson's disease. Circulation found that biggest benefit at three to five sustainability, animal and plant health and production, Linked to Lowering Risk of Depression - Jeni Hollifield, cups of coffee a day may help reduce risks of other as well as agri-food and bio-product development. RDN, noted a Harvard study with more than 50,000 types of heart problems, too. "The American Heart • Ontario’s livestock sector (beef, hog, sheep, dairy, women found that drinking a moderate amount of coffee Association observed that drinking coffee was associated poultry and egg) contributes approximately $16.4 was found to have lowered the risk of depression. Also, a with decreased risk of developing heart failure by 7% billion to the GDP and supports more than 323,000 study published in JAMA Internal Medicine, showed that and stroke by 8% with every additional cup of coffee direct jobs. women who drank two to three cups of coffee per day consumed per week, when compared with non-coffee had a lower risk of depression than women who drank drinkers," says Nieves. 5 Eye-Opening Health Benefits of Coffee --* one or less per week. After learning about these amazing benefits I think I'm Both Regular and Decaf Contain Antioxidants - Enhance Your Focus - A study from March 2020 in going to brew up a pot and drink to my health - And you According to Dana Angelo White, RD, a certified athletic Consciousness and Cognition found that drinking coffee trainer, "Coffee is one of the most plentiful and consistent may improve your concentration. The researchers gave Sure there are dishonest men in local government. 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Elmvale • 705 515 1400 development See us on Facebook - Retro Expresso August 4, 2020 - After over a year of collaboration, the detailed information about NSOHT’s target population, proposed North Simcoe Ontario Health Team (NSOHT) team, transformation, collaboration, continuous learning, was notified by the government on July 23 that its quality improvement, risk analysis, home & community submission to form an Ontario Health Team (OHT) is one care, digital health and COVID preparedness plans. of 17 Ontario Health Teams (OHT) approved to proceed to The four formal alliance partners continue to meet the next phase of the development process. regularly and engage other key members of the community We would like to wish our Mum and Dad, Nana and The NSOHT consists of four formal alliance partners – such as the North Simcoe Sub-Region Planning Table, Papa, John and Margaret Potts a very happy 60th Centre de santé Communautaire CHIGAMIK Community elected officials, First Nation Métis Inuit (FNMI), nurse anniversary! Thank you for all that you do for your Health Centre (CSC Chigamik CHC), Georgian Bay practitioners and physicians. family, friends and community! General Hospital (GBGH), the North Simcoe Family “This is an opportunity for health care providers in Health Team and Wendat Community Programs. The our region to re-imagine the best possible care of our Man attacked by deadly snake while driving partners, who represent primary care, acute care and mental community,” says David Jeffery, executive director, CSC F'ing Australia. Police in Queensland said a driver pulled health, have a long history of collaboration in the planning Chigamik CHC. “The new OHT model of care will allow over for speeding on the highway gave officers a good and delivery of health and social services in North Simcoe. us to improve the health of our community by ensuring excuse -- he was fighting off one of the world's deadliest In early December, the NSOHT submitted a readiness self- patients’ experiences are seamless across care providers snakes. The Police Service said the driver, identified only assessment to the Ministry of Health. In this assessment, and settings. This will help our target population connect as Jimmy, 27, was pulled over on the Dawson Highway the partners explained the rationale of forming the OHT with the care they need, when they need it.” when an officer clocked him going 76 mph in a 62 mph and outlined its initial plans to integrate care for their target Throughout the development of the NSOHT, more than zone. Jimmy told the officer he had been driving on the population of complex and frail seniors. The goal of the NSOHT 20 health and social service providers have come together highway when he suddenly spotted an eastern brown is organize seamless care for these seniors between primary to prioritize service needs and identify opportunities for snake, one of the most venomous species in the world, care, acute care and mental health to the best outcomes. improvement. slithering by his legs. "It just started to wrap around me. “We are very pleased to be moving forward in forming Its head just started striking at the [driver's seat] chair, the NSOHT,” says Gail Hunt, president and CEO, GBGH. Can you tell me the origin of the saying "by hook or by between my legs," Jimmy told police. He told the officer “This is a new approach to integrating care and we hope crook"? he used a knife to kill the snake, which he was able to the seniors’ population in our area can significantly benefit Reapers' hooks and shepherds' crooks are the instruments show the officer. Jimmy feared he had been bitten by the from this collaboration. All four partners bring unique and referred to here. In Old England, forests were the private snake, but paramedics determined the serpent had not important specialties to the OHT, but among the things we property of the king, and permission to cut wood was successfully broken his skin. The driver was treated for have in common, there is a shared commitment. 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STATISTICS: HomeSTATISTICS: Sales and New Listings in comparison Home to Sales 2019* and New Listings in comparison to 2019* Dr. Rebecca Van Iersel, Medical Team Lead of Soldiers’ EasternEastern Region: Region: Midland, Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tay, Tiny, Tiny, Severn, Severn, and and Georgian Georgian Bay BayTownship Township Eastern Region: Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny, Severn, and Georgian Bay Township COVID Unit, authored a letter to the public back in March, Home Sales (Eastern Region) HomeNew Listings Sales (Eastern Region)(Eastern Region) New Listings (Eastern Region) requesting support for donations to fund COVID-related expenses, like additional ventilators, personal protection ʹͲͳͻ ʹͲʹͲ ʹͲͳͻ ʹͲʹͲ

ʹͷͲ ʹͳ͵ ͶͲͲ ͵ͷͺ equipment and medical supplies at the Hospital. ͵ͳ͵ ʹͲͲ ͳͷ͸ ͳ͸ͷ ͵ͲͲ ʹͷͶ ʹͳʹ ʹͳ͵ ʹͲͳͻ ʹͲʹͲ ʹͲͳͻ ʹͲʹͲ Upon receiving that message, Bayshore Village resident, ͳͷͲ ͳͺͻ ͳͺͻ ͳͳͶ ͳͲͶ ͻͲ ͳͲ͵ ʹͲͲ ͳ͸Ͳ UNITS UNITS SOLD ͳͲͲ ͸Ͳ UNITS LISTED Gordon Smith, was inspired to take action. “I thought, I ͳͲͲ ͵ͷͺ ͷͲ ʹͷͲ ʹͳ͵ ͶͲͲ Ͳ Ͳ ͵ͳ͵ could send a donation or I could do something bigger,” *Source: Canadianƒ” Š Real Estate’”‹Ž Associationƒ› —‡ ʹͲͲ ƒ” Š ’”‹Ž ƒ› —‡ ͳͷ͸ ͳ͸ͷ ͵ͲͲ ʹͷͶ he said. “I approached our community association and we ʹͳʹ ʹͳ͵ ͳͷͲ ͳͺͻ ͳͺͻ decided to host a charity car wash.” ͳͳͶ ͳͲͶ ͻͲ ͳͲ͵ ʹͲͲ ͳ͸Ͳ UNITS UNITS SOLD A third of the small community, located on the ͳͲͲ ͸Ͳ UNITS LISTED ͳͲͲ northeastern shores of Lake Simcoe, participated in the ͷͲ th ʹͶ͵–‡Ǥƒ”‹‡–”‡‡–ǡ‘ŽŽ‹‰™‘‘†ͻ͵͸ȁǣ͹ͲͷǤͶͶͷǤ͹ʹͻͷȁ ǣ͹ͲͷǤͶͶͷǤ͹ʹͷ͵ July 18 car wash that raised just over $3,500 during the ‹ˆ‘̷•‰„Ǥ ‘ȁ™™™Ǥ•‰„Ǥ ‘ Ͳ Western Region: Wasaga Beach, Clearview, Collingwood,Ͳ The Blue Mountains, 8 hour day. Western Region: Wasaga Beach, Clearview, Collingwood, The Blue Mountains, *Source: Canadianƒ” Š Real Estate’”‹Ž Associationƒ›Municipality —‡ of Meaford, and Grey Highlandsƒ” Š ’”‹Ž ƒ› —‡ Smith was pleased with the turnout and credits his long Municipality of Meaford, and Grey Highlands list of helpers for the day’s great success. “Of our 320 Home Sales (Western Region) New Listings (Western Region) residents, we had over 110 come through the car wash,” shared Smith. “I guess our signs worked and we got the word out! There are a lot of people to thank and I just can’t ʹͲͳͻ ʹͲʹͲ ʹͲͳͻ ʹͲʹͲ name them all.” Kaitlyn St. Pierre and Lisa Wanamaker, both development ͵ͲͲ ʹͺͳ ͷͲͲ Ͷʹͻ ͶͲͺ ͶʹͲ officers with the OSMH Foundation, were on hand to help ʹͷͲ ʹͳͲ ͶͲͲ ͵ͷͶ out with collecting donations and sharing information ʹͶ͵–‡Ǥƒ”‹‡–”‡‡–ǡ‘ŽŽ‹‰™‘‘†ͻ͵͸ȁǣ͹ͲͷǤͶͶͷǤ͹ʹͻͷȁ ǣ͹ͲͷǤͶͶͷǤ͹ʹͷ͵ͳͺͺ ͳͺ͵ ͵Ͳͳ  ʹͲͲ ʹͻ͸ ʹ͹͵ about Soldiers’ ongoing COVID-19 efforts. “It was a ͳͶ͸ ͳͷͳ ‹ˆ‘̷•‰„Ǥ ‘ȁ™™™Ǥ•‰„Ǥ ‘͵ͲͲ  ͳͷͲ ͳʹͳ beautiful day for this kind of event and so great to see this UNITS UNITS SOLD ͳ͸ͳ

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Try rubbing a slice or two of Ǧ ͵Ͳ– cucumbersFor mor alonge information, your problem please area contact: for a few minutes, the phytochemicals in the cucumber cause the collagen in your Bayshore Village resident, Gordon Smith, presents a skinMike to tighten, Scholt e,firming President up the outer layer and reducing the visibility of cellulite.Works great on wrinkles too!!! cheque for $3,558.50 to the Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial 6. WantSouthern to avoid Georgian a hangover Bay Association or terrible of headache? REALTORS® Eat a few cucumber slices before going to bed and wake up refreshed Hospital Foundation, the proceeds from his July 18th and 705-627-2697headache free. | [email protected] contain enough sugar, B vitamins and electrolytes to replenish essential nutrients the body lost, keeping everything in equilibrium, avoiding both a hangover and headache!! community car wash. Pictured from left, Mark Riczu, 7. Looking to fight off that afternoon or evening snacking binge? Cucumbers have been used for centuries and often Executive Director, OSMH Foundation, Lisa Wanamaker, used by European trappers, traders and explores for quick meals to thwart off starvation. Development Officer, OSMH Foundation, Gordon Smith, 8. HaveREALTOR® an important is a trademark meeting that identifies or job interview real estate and professionals you realize who that are membersyou don't of have The Canadian enough Realtime Estate to polish your shoes? car wash organizer, and Kaitlyn St. Pierre, Development RubAssociation a freshly cut (CREA) cucumber and, as such,over subscribethe shoe, to its a highchemicals standard will of professionalprovide a quick service and and durable to a strict shine Code that of Ethics. not only looks great Officer, OSMH Foundation. but also repels water. About Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Foundation 9. Out of WD 40 and need to fix a squeaky hinge? Take a cucumber slice and rub it along the problematic hinge, and The OSMH Foundation is a proud partner of Orillia voila, the squeak is gone! Soldiers' Memorial Hospital and the communities it 10. Stressed out and don't have time for massage, facial or visit to the spa? Cut up an entire cucumber and place it in a serves. The Foundation fundraises to purchase medical boiling pot of water, the chemicals and nutrients from the cucumber will react with the boiling water and be released in equipment, sustain programs and assist the Hospital in the steam, creating a soothing, relaxing aroma that has been shown the reduce stress in new mothers and college students during final exams. maintaining its position as a leader in providing quality 11. Just finish a business lunch and realize you don't have gum or mints? Take a slice of cucumber and press it to the community-based healthcare. roof of your mouth with your tongue for 30 seconds to eliminate bad breath, the phytochemicals will kill the bacteria in The minister's wife was a wonder at conserving food and your mouth responsible for causing bad breath. rarely had to throw away a bit of it. At one meal she gave 12. Looking for a 'green' way to clean your taps, sinks or stainless steel? Take a slice of cucumber and rub it on the her pastor husband nothing but leftovers that the parson surface you want to clean, not only will it remove years of tarnish and bring back the viewed with great disdain. He began to pick at the food, shine, but is won't leave streaks and won't harm you fingers or fingernails while you clean. causing his wife to say, "Dear, you forgot the blessing." 13. Using a pen and made a mistake? Take the outside of the cucumber and slowly use it to erase the pen writing, also works great on crayons and markers that the kids have used to decorate the walls!! "Listen, sweetheart, if you can show me one item that 14. It would appear that cats have a dislike of cucumbers if a whole one is put in front of them or nearby. This video hasn't been blessed at least two times, I can't see what shows the “evidence”! https://youtu.be/cNycdfFEgBc another prayer can do for it."