Double distraction. Big ideas for small biz during Small Halls Festival

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1 The Creemore Echo Friday, September 8, 2017 Vol. 17 No News and views in and around Creemore Inside the Echo Ready or not Georgian Bay's literary challenge PAGE 3 Publications Mail Agreement # Screen time Creemore featured in TV Show PAGE 7 Double distraction Contributed photo: Steven Hepburn The New Lowell Bantam hardball team won their championship this past weekend. They won Saturday against Collingwood, and then a nail-biter against Barrie that went four extra innings before they broke the tie by scoring four runs in one inning for the win. Sunday morning they fought a hard battle against Orillia, but came up just short for their first loss of the playoffs. That set up a final match for the title, against Orillia once again. They jumped to a 5-4 lead after one inning but the bats fell silent. Orillia had a solid defence and some swingers, taking the lead with 8-5 as New Lowell entered their final at bat of the game. The boys were down to two out but with some well executed base running and a commanding presence at the plate, they were able to hold on long enough to knock in three runs. With runners on second and third, Tristan Goodfellow stepped up and powered a walk-off single through the second baseman, bringing in the winning run. On September 5 at approximately 8:30 a.m. members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Clearview Fire Department and Simcoe County Paramedic Service responded to a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Hwy 26 and County Road 7 involving two vehicles. An initial police investigation into the collision revealed that a black Chevrolet was stopped in the eastbound lane at this intersection for a red light when a grey Nissan, also travelling eastbound, struck it in the rear. Further investigation revealed the driver of the grey Nissan hit the vehicle ahead as she was looking for the Distracted Driving ticket she got 11 minutes earlier. A 19 year old female from Clearview Township now has a Careless Driving charge to go with her previous Distracted Driving charge. The Huronia West OPP remind all that distracted driving is one of the leading causes of motor vehicle collisions. Big ideas for small biz during Small Halls Festival by Trina Berlo Under the Influence radio host Terry O Reilly is usually helping the average consumer understand the ins and outs of advertising but in his new book he is sharing insights gleaned over his 30-plus year career in advertising with marketers. I ve turned the telescope around and looked through the other end, said O Reilly, co-founder of Pirate Radio and Television, a commercial production company. During his career, O Reilly acquired much insight into marketing while working with some of the best in the business promoting Canada s biggest brands. I realized that small entrepreneurs, small to medium companies, never get access to that kind of information, that kind of marketing wisdom and savvy and I always remembered that, said O Reilly. He has packaged those insights into an accessible introduction to marketing for those entrepreneurs who can t afford to hire a big agency. There are a lot of lessons to be learned from the big corporations, says O Reilly. Every business has competitors and the goal of marketing is how to make a company stand out from the competition, he said. The key to really great marketing is to differentiate from everybody else in the category. I always say, amateurs think marketing is all about selling stuff but the pros know it s about differentiating your company. Once you start to differentiate your company with your branding, your tone of voice, what kind of media you do, how you treat your customers, packaging once you really start to stand out in your category then the selling really starts. Small to medium businesses sometimes lose sight of that. Big companies are really good at it because (See Shining on page 6) Taking care of buyers and sellers in Mulmur and the Creemore hills for over 40 years RCR Realty. Brokerage Ginny MacEachern B.A., Broker The Town & Country Agent with the City Connections maceachern.ginny@gmail.com

2 2 The Creemore Echo Friday, September 8, 2017 COMMUNITY Calendar Friday, September 8 Untamed Things. A new exhibiton pays tribute to Tom Thomson on the 100th anniversary of his death. Featuring work by Peter Taylor, Rob Saley, Andrew Peycha and others. Opening Reception at Arta Gallery, 14 Distillery Lane, Toronto from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, September 9 Creemore Log Cabin open each Saturday. History Hosts on hand to welcome visitors each Saturday morning from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. until Thanksgiving. Library Street, Creemore. Dunedin Literary Festival, Words in the Woods, at Dunedin Hall, 8994 County Rd 9, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Festival guests: Cecily Ross, Alison Pick, Brent Preston, Andrew Pyper, Antanas Sileika, Dan Needles and more. An evening with Nino Ricci - tickets available now $25. Visit This Weekend Taoist Tai Chi is at the Creemore Farmers Market coffee booth today. Find out about the beginner classes (16 weeks) starting Monday, Sept. 25 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Station on the Green. To find out more about tai chi, come to our open house at the Station on Monday, Sept. 18th, any time between 1 and 3 pm. For more info call Laura at or visit taoist.org/creemore. First Annual Old Farts Harley Riders Food Ride starting at A&D Bird Seed & Farm Market, 1617 Cty Rd 42 (Airport Rd), Stayner, in support of Clearview Stayner Foodbank. Entry is a donation of non-perishable food items equaling $20 and/or $20 per rider. Includes food & a beverage. Sponsored by A&D Bird Seed, Greenview Graphics and others. Charitable tax receipts will be issued. Registration from 10 a.m. to noon. Kickstands up at noon. Community Bridal Shower for Janice Mumberson at New Lowell Legion from 1 to 3 p.m. Submit your community events info@creemore.com phone: fax: Community Celebration of the upcoming marriage of Janice Mumberson to Brian Crowley at New Lowell Legion from 8 p.m. Your presence is the best present. Saturday, September 1 & Sunday, Sept. 2 Nottawasaga Daylilies has excellent late bloom. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For directions visit www. wilsondaylilies.com. See ad page 11. Sunday, September 10 Church Services - see page th Anniversary Celebration of Salvation Army Hope Acres. 11 a.m. Special Service with guests Majors Ian & Kathleen McAlister followed by presentations & a pig roast (veggie option available) to 3 p.m. Bring your own lawn chairs. All welcome. For more info call Major Debbie Steward at ext Monday, September 11 Sound Investment Community Choir: Come sing with us! Try something new! Have fun! Be uplifted! Stretch your brain! Meet new people! Relieve stress! Sing great repertoire! Join us from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. at Sunset Manor, 49 Raglan St., Collingwood, as we begin rehearsing under the direction of Aaron Bell for our Christmas concert. The concert will be held in Collingwood on Saturday, December 9, If you love to sing (no auditions), contact Jill at for further information or visit soundinvestmentchoir.ca. Tuesday, September 12 Creemore Scouting Registration at Creemore Legion from 6 to 7 p.m. Mandatory parent meeting at 7 p.m. Online registration available any time at For more information call Creemore BIA Meeting at Station on the Green at 7 p.m. Event reports and constitutional update. Tuesday, September 12 & Tues. Sept. 26 Creemore Skating Club Registration for the skating season at the Creemore Arena from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information or for a registration form, please contact Annette Belkosky or Julie Bigham or jbigham30@ hotmail.com. Skating programs include: Learn-to- Skate CanSkate (ages 3 and up), Learn-to-Figure Skate STARSkate and Adult STARSkate. Wednesday, September 13 Guiding Information Night at New Lowell United Church, 5227 Cty Rd 9, New Lowell from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Brownies 7-8yrs, Guides 9-11yrs, Pathfinders 12-14yrs, Rangers 15-17yrs. Weekly meetings from September to June. Financial assistance available. Contact Tammy at nlbrownies@gmail. com or Thursday, September 14 Georgian Bay Photography Club Meeting at the Chartwell Georgian Traditions Retirement Residence, 57 Trott Blvd. Collingwood at 6:30 p.m. Guest speaker is Alasdair Gillespie. All welcome. Free to member, non-members $10 at the door. Visit for more info. Vicki Bell Broker ringabell@royallepage.ca Minutes to Collingwood builders custom stone home, private 36 acres with trout stream. $1,795, ext ext First St. Collingwood Your Local Professional Real Estate Broker Upcoming Events Saturday, September 16 Barrie s Brereton Field Naturalists Nature Walk in Springwater Park. Meet at park entrance on Hwy 26 at 8:45 a.m. Moderate walk. Ends by 1 p.m. Bring binoculars, camera, water & light snack. $3 entrance fee. No pets. Visit for more info or call Sandcastle Theatre Open Read-Through for Potter the Panto for ages 8 to adult (on stage December 2017). Register online at www. sandcastletheatre.com. Also drama programs for ages 5 and up at TheatreKids on Thursdays in Collingwood starting September 21. Sunday, September 17 Terry Fox Run. Back in Creemore this year! Registration at Station on the Green, starting at 8 a.m. Run/walk/bike/push baby strollers... from 9 a.m. to noon. It s a five kilometre route that can be done twice for those wishing to do a full 10k. Route is on Library Street and Edward Street. This run will replace the Mulmur Terra Nova run this year. info@terryfoxrun.org or search at www. terryfoxrun.org/run/find-a-run-site/ for Creemore. Creemore Legion Breakfast at Creemore Legion from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Choice of 2 eggs or waffle, home fries, toast, sausage or bacon, juice, coffee/ tea. Adult $6, children 12 and under $4. Hungry Soldier Special $10. Call for more information. 27 Wellington Street West. Eigensinn Farm Music & Harvest Festival from 2 to 6 p.m. 10 chefs & 10 musicians out of Jazz & Classical performing in the back Hemp Field created especially for this event, surrounded by vegetable gardens. Chefs include: Hiro Yoshida, Anthony Rose, Oyster Boy & many more. Musicians: Gryphon Trio, James Campbell (Clarinet), Patricia O Callaghan (Vocal), Angela Park (Piano), Darren Sigemund Quintet & many more. For tickets contact Eigensinn Farm at or wagen@bmts.com. For more info visit $225 includes hst (BYOB + BYO Cutlery + Glasses). Monday, September 18 Retired Women Teachers Meeting at Stayner Presbyterian Church. Registration at 11 a.m. For more information contact Lois at or Pat at Previously retired and newly retired women teachers are welcome to join us Friday, September 22 Canadian Blood Services Blood Donor Clinic at Stayner Community Centre, 277 Regina Street from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Visit or call DONATE ( ) to book an appointment to donate blood. Collaborations Art Show Opening Reception at The Press Gallery, 65 Simcoe Street, Collingwood, from 5 to 7 p.m. A photography & video show for Rockside Campbell Design, Lorne Bridgman Photography and Mountain Goat Films. Show runs Sept. 20 to Oct. 28. This show will run simultaneously with a show at Curiosity House, 178 Mill Street, Creemore (Sept. 28 to Oct. 28). The Creemore Opening Reception is on Sept 30, noon to 3 p.m. Friday, September 22 to Sunday, Sept. 24 GNE Fall Fair at GNE Fairgrounds, 2220 Fairgrounds Rd N, (north of Hwy 91 from Creemore). Since 1855, the GNE has celebrated farming, livestock and heritage. Enjoy step dancing, a youth talent show, the demolition derby and much more! Visit www. greatnorthernex.com for more information. Saturday, September 23 Love our Waterways! at Mad River Park (south end of Mill Street, Creemore) from 1 to 3 p.m. Water First and Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) present an afternoon of interactive storytelling with Raven Murphy, a proud Anishinabe (First Nations) woman. Medicine Wheel Teachings and traditional stories, singing, drumming. Afterwards, kids will get the opportunity to take a look at their local watershed using drone technology. (in case of rain, meet at Water First office, 178 Mill Street, Creemore) Free. Kids of all ages welcome. Monday, September 25 Deadline is today to finish your owl for the Creemore Festival of the Arts Owl Show on Sept. 30 & Oct. 1. Purchase your owl for $25 at Creemore Echo while they last. Mon-Fri 9-5 or buy one at Cardboard Castles on the weekend. Wednesday, September 27 Mad River Golf Club is hosting a GOLF for PARKINSON S golf tournament. Registration is $175 plus a donation to Parkinson Canada (tax deductible) includes 18 holes & cart, lunch, gift, appetizers following golf, and a silent auction with golf and ski packages. Closest to the hole contests with a prize of $250! Shotgun start at noon. Proceeds go to Parkinson Canada. For more info and registration forms contact Bill Crysdale at wscrysdale@gmail. com or go online at donate.parkinson.ca/madriver. Please join us for a great day for a great cause. 100 Women Who Care South Georgian Triangle Meeting at Collingwood Legion. Registration at 6:30 p.m. Meeting from 7 to 8 p.m. 490 Ontario Street. Come be a part of this movement. Visit www. 100womensouthgeorgiantriangle.com for info. Saturday, September 30 Roast Beef Dinner at the Olde School House, Duntroon, at either 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. $16 tickets available from Joanne at , Millie at , or Georgina at This delicious country gathering is hosted by the parishes of Batteaux, Duntroon and Singhampton. Saturday, October 7 Apple Day in Creemore. Watch for Scouts & support them by buying an apple! Horse, Hound and Harvest Parade. Watch as the Toronto and North York Hunt Club ride down Mill Street. Ride starts at 11 a.m. looping through Creemore twice. Join in the blessing of the hounds after the ride in the Gordon Feed & Seed lot.

3 Dynamic duo takes on Georgian Bay Reads By Sara Hershoff Creemore is dually represented during the 9th annual Georgian Bay Reads challenge as Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society President Julie Pollock brings The Lost Diaries of Susanna Moodie by Cecily Ross to the table on Saturday, October 21 at the Collingwood Leisure Club. The literary event, organized by libraries throughout the area, pits book defenders from participating communities against each other to determine the book that area residents should read. I am thrilled that Julie is going to be defending my book. said Ross. I think it is a great selection, but I am biased of course. Susanna Moodie was a real person, there is just so much to talk about in this book and because I am a local author that adds something into the mix. Other books in the mix include Rilla of Ingleside by L.M. Montgomery, selected by Collingwood representative Marion McLeod and Indian Horse by Richard Wagamese for Meaford Library as presented by Leslie Ransom. Anne Arksey brings Man in the Shadows by Gordon Henderson on behalf of Spingwater and Wasaga Beach s Cathy Turrie represents Wasaga Beach with We re All in This Together by Amy Jones. Ross continues, Some of the books are newly published, like mine, and some of them have been around for a while. They all sound like really fantastic candidates. Each defender will explain why their choice is the most compelling title as the moderator, past Georgian Bay Reads winner Julie LeBlanc, asks questions to be answered within a set time limit. The other contenders will be arguing and presenting passionate critiques of all books but their own. Cecily Ross As each round ends, a defender and book are voted down, until only the Georgian Bay Reads Champion is left. The audience can participate in the fun as well by voting for the People s Choice Award. It s going to be an incredible event this year, says Dorothy Gebert, Public Relations Coordinator at the Collingwood Public Library. We ve got five fabulous books with five enthusiastic defenders, so I can guarantee that intellectual repartee and tension-filled moments will be part of the show. It is going to be an exciting event to be at! The event starts at 7 p.m. at the Collingwood Leisure Club, 100 Minnesota Street. The event is free but tickets are limited. Contact your local library today to reserve yours. For information contact Michele McKenzie, Deputy CEO of the Clearview Public Library, , publicprogramming@clearview.ca. Todd J. Doige Investment Advisor Member CIPF The Creemore Echo Friday, September 8, Giving time for the birds and the bees The Nottawasaga Valley Both of these planting days are part Conservation Authority (NVCA) is of TD Tree Days, a national program looking for volunteers to help the lead by TD Friends of the Environment birds and bees by planting trees and Foundation. These family-friendly restoring streamside habitat in Simcoe events see volunteers plant trees to and Dufferin counties. help the environment in their local On Saturday, September 16 at community. NVCA is pleased to work 9:30 a.m., volunteers will meet at the with TD and other groups, including Minesing Wildlife Viewing Tower at the Nature Conservancy Canada and 4150 Concession 2 Sunnidale Rd in the Headwater Streams Committee, on Angus to plant 500 native trees and these events. shrubs on the banks of the Mad River. Find out all the buzz about These trees will provide habitat for these events and sign-up to volunteer the 221 species of bird that live and by visiting the NVCA website at visit the wetlands. One day they may or TD Tree Days at be home to a gigantic Bald Eagle s tdtreedays.com. nest or may help keep the endangered And save the date - between October Cerulean Warbler singing. 16 and 20, NVCA needs volunteers Then on Sunday September 17 at to cut and install livestakes at various 9:30 a.m., volunteers will meet at locations. These cuttings, taken from the Community Pollinator Garden at local willows, dogwoods and other Hockley Rd in Mono, outside trees, are used to stabilize and replant of Orangeville, to plant 400 pollinatorfriendly native trees and shrubs. These fish and other aquatic wildlife. stream banks, creating better habitat for flowering trees will provide food for No experience is necessary to bees, butterflies and birds. participate. Biologists from NVCA Enjoy a great day of planting and will be on hand at each event to give helping the bees what could bee a livestaking 101 demo. Volunteers sweeter? should come prepared for all weather These events are suitable for all ages, with sturdy shoes, a hat, sunscreen, making them perfect for families and work gloves and a bottle of water. If community groups. They are a fun, possible, volunteers are asked to BYOS green, way to get those high school (bring your own shovel). Visit www. volunteer hours! nvca.on.ca to find out more. We stock ink jet cartridges Call Georgi to see if we have yours or to place an order The Creemore Echo 3 Caroline Street West info@creemore.com Creemore Hills Realty Ltd. Austin Boake Broker of Record/Owner Independently owned and operated Brokerage HALL OF FAME FALL IN LOVE WITH THIS CHALET Investments You ll get a Warm Welcome & a Cold Beer! 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4 4 The Creemore Echo Friday, September 8, 2017 Opinion&Feedback Editorial Terry Fox did so much more than just raise money The way we were Feedback and old photos welcome call fax Almost 40 years after the Marathon of Hope, Terry Fox remains in the hearts of Canadians, even those too young to remember the man or his determination to raise money for the disease that would claim his life. As a nation, we are still very much moved by his story, probably because what happened to him and what he was trying to achieve, as a motivator is so authentic. Having undergone surgery and treatment for cancer, the 18-year-old Terry Fox was so moved by the other children he met in the ward, that he was compelled to help them. By age 22, Fox believed that he had won his fight against cancer, and he wanted to raise money, $1 million perhaps, to fight the disease, according to the family-run foundation that keeps Fox s legacy alive and continues to fundraise in his name. There was a second, possibly more important purpose to his marathon; a man is not less because he has lost a leg, indeed, he may be more. Certainly, he showed there were no limits to what an amputee could do. He changed people s attitude towards the disabled, and he showed that while cancer had claimed his leg, his spirit was unbreakable. His Marathon of Hope had started as an improbable dream two friends, one to drive the van, one to run, a ribbon of highway, and the sturdy belief that they could perform a miracle. He ran through ice storms and summer heat, against bitter winds of such velocity he couldn t move, through fishing villages and Canada s biggest cities. Though he shunned the notion himself, people were calling him a hero. He still saw himself as simple little Terry Fox, from Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, average in everything but determination. With one good leg, the other fitted with a prosthetic, Fox ran a marathon a day as a flurry of support built across the country. Among the memorabilia saved by his mother, one stained sock remains a powerful reminder of what Fox endured each day of his run. The marathon of Hope began in St. John s, Newfoundland on April 12, 1980 and ended prematurely on Sept. 1 of that year when it was discovered his cancer had spread to his lungs. Fox died on June 28, 1981, but more than $700 million has been raised in his name to support cancer research. Each year, school children take part in fundraising events, collecting toonies for Terry. Even though they weren t yet born when the Marathon of Hope took place, they are well aware of the legacy of Terry Fox and many of them hold that legacy as dear as their grandparents who watched it on television. Thank you to the new organizers of this year s Creemore Terry Fox Run. Marathon runners Pierre Marcoux and Lee Anne Cohen have taken it on alongside veteran event organizer Keddy Williams. The Terry Fox Run takes place on Sept. 17 at Station on the Green from 8 a.m. to noon. Please consider donating. Orneva Pardy brought in this picture of the Salvation Army Hope Acres Senior Soldiers taken in May of Back row: Major Calvin Layte, Hope Acres Director at the time, Harley Boermann, Sheila Boermann, Claude Pardy, Alex Boermann, Joanne Feikema, Cathy Cook, Thomas Cook, Donna Chauvette, Joe Power, Jean Cuco, Hannu Lindholm, Mae Layte. Middle: Beth Ryall, Mike Ryall, Ruth Plowman, Earl Plowman, Mary Dale, Unknown, Irene Campbell. Front row: Randy Holden, Onda Holden, Bob Hornsby, Bob Dale, Wilbert Cook, Muriel Lowcock. Hope Acres is hosting a celebration of their 50th Anniversay this Sunday with a special service with guests retired Majors Ian and Kathleen McAlister at 11 a.m. There will be a reception and pig roast following the service. Start the school year with a bus safety review Everyday in Ontario 800,000 children use a school bus. The Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to take a moment to remind the motoring public of some safety issues and rules of the road. School buses come in all sizes but all are chrome yellow and display the words school bus. You must stop whenever approaching a stopped school bus with its alternating red lights flashing and stop arm extended. When approaching from the front, leave a safe distance between you and the bus. When coming from behind, stop at least 20 metres away. Do not proceed before the red lights stop flashing and the stop arm Send your letters to The Creemore Echo, 3 Caroline Street West, Box 1219, Creemore, ON L0M 1G0, to info@creemore.com. Letters must include the sender s full name. is retracted. You must obey these laws regardless of how many lanes there are or the speed limit on that road. The only exception is if there is a median (physical barrier) in the centre of the road and you are approaching the school bus from the front. Drivers who fail to stop are subject to being charged resulting in fines that range from $400 to $2,000 and six demerit points. Remember that these laws are in place to protect our children who are at times easily distracted. Parents should take the time to educate their children to be aware of their surroundings when they are on or near school buses. All letters submitted to the Echo are not necessarily published. The Echo reserves the right to edit letters for length and clarity WINNER 2009 WINNER 2010 WINNER Publisher Sara Hershoff sara@creemore.com Editor Trina Berlo trina@creemore.com Manager Georgi Denison georgi@creemore.com The Creemore Echo is independently owned and operated. Directors: Tom Vandewater, Mary Vandewater, Craig Simpson, Bill Mann The Creemore Echo is published every Friday and distributed free locally. 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5 The Creemore Echo Friday, September 8, Animals are animals, treat them that way if you want to keep them healthy By Cat Flack Before you read this article, I want to make one thing perfectly clear I love dogs. Having said that, I want you to take what I say as an advocate for all the dogs that I see being taken to the farmers market and festivals, whether it be the car show, the Copper Kettle Fest or for that matter the Collingwood GNE (which is coming up). I have many years of experience dealing with dogs; I do dog daycare, dog training and see dogs with health problems here at work. I am appalled that so many people find it necessary to cart their dog with them everywhere they go. On what planet do you think a dog wants to go to a Farmers Market, unless free sausage samples are being given? Not only do you put your dog in harm s way but you also put the human foot traffic in potential jeopardy. I have seen firsthand an elderly woman have a flex lead wrapped around her ankles (unbeknownst to her) only to take that first step and land flat on her face. The equation for a disaster is about to unfold. At the market there are people serving hot food (do you take your dog into a restaurant?) and fresh foods (do you take your dog into a grocery store?). Health laws are in place to protect us humans from the zoonotic diseases that can be passed on to us by our four-legged friends. I see dogs panting, getting worked up at the presence of other dogs, I see communal water bowls that are placed by well meaning merchants on the main street, please stop. You are providing a potential breeding ground for canine maladies. Your dog may be fine in its own surroundings, but in a strange place, well, you cannot possibly know how it is going to react to all the strange smells and sounds. While I was sitting in front of an eating establishment on Saturday afternoon, I witnessed a large Golden Retriever pulling on an owner s arm so hard to get to the underneath of the hot dog grill machine. She had no power to deal with this naughty dog (honestly can t blame the dog). What would have happened if this dog had jumped the table and knocked over the hot grilling machine onto the kids working the booth? Whose fault is it going to be? Who is going to pay for the damages? I posed this exact question to the market manager, who didn t have an answer. At first it was the owner of the dog, yeah, good luck with that; or possibly the township would have to pay for damages and possibly lawsuits. On a serious note, there is a virus going around right now that is killing dogs. It presents as an upper respiratory infection that is believed to be a strain from both the equine and avian flu. I know you love your dogs, but please treat them right. Have we, as a society, become disenchanted with our fellow humans that we have turned to our pets for their unconditional love? That is a sad statement on our world as a whole. Now, you might say, well, my dog is up-to-date on its vaccines. Well good for you, but can you guarantee that every other dog that your dog or for that matter you, has had all relevant vaccines? If you are not sure, call your vet and find out. Treat your dog like a dog, don t try to make it into a human counterpart, it just never works. Every year here at the clinic we have low-cost rabies clinic. An uninformed request was made by a citizen to hold the clinic at the Saturday morning market, Pffttt, obviously this person has never dealt with an influx of animals lining up to get a needle, can you imagine the chaos that would be created by 200 or so animals? Ever deal with a fractious cat? Cats need rabies vaccines just as much as dogs do. We can bring pathogens into the home on our footwear and clothing, don t think that you are a sterile specimen, dogs and cats alike are very interested in where we have been and what we have been doing. When I come home at the end of my workday, I get a good sniff down from my gang. I have seen vet techs that have lost parts of their arms due to cat bites. I too have had a serious cat bite through my fingernails, my hands were inside gloves and had a heavy towel draped over it. A stern course of antibiotics was my prize for that encounter. Bottom line is, treat your animals as animals, love them and treat them well. Don t subject them to stressful situations where you do not know how they will act, leave them at home with the TV on and a bowl of their favourite snacks, they will thank you for it with even more unconditional love. On a final note, one thing to think about is the differences between a cat and a dog, when you are dead laying on your kitchen floor from the accident you just had, you can guarantee that your dog will sit by your side and wait for your body to be found; your cat however will just leave enough of you uneaten so the coroner can identify you Happy trails or should I say happy tails? Local Church Directory Sunday, September 10 Creemore United Pastoral Charge This Week: New Lowell Church at 9:45 a.m. and St. John s Creemore at 11 a.m. ST. LUKE S ANGLICAN CHURCH 22 Caroline St. W Sunday Worship Service at 11:15 a.m. CUSHI N CONCERT SERIES featuring All welcome Knox Presbyterian Church, Dunedin Sunday Service at 10 a.m. Sept. 10: Chris Gray speaking Clearview Community Church Creemore branch Station on the Green Sunday service 11 a.m. Sunday school, Friday night kids program, every 4 th Sunday potluck Pastor Clayton Culham The Salvation Army Hope Acres Community Church Sunday Church Services at 10:45 a.m Mulmur Tosorontio Townline, Glencairn Sun. Sept. 10: 50 th Anniversary Celebration Service at 11 a.m. followed by Pig Roast to 3 p.m. For more info call Creemore Baptist Church Service at 11 am Wellington Street West fred penner SUNDAY oct 15th at 2pm DOORS OPEN AT 1:30PM TICKETS $20 ONLINE AT AVENINGHALL.COM OR IN PERSON AT CARDBOARD CASTLES CREEMORE & ORANGEVILLE To tell us what is happening at your church, call Georgi: fax: info@creemore.com

6 6 The Creemore Echo Friday, September 8, 2017 A shining personality helps smaller companies (Continued from page 1) they have so much brainpower. They have massive marketing divisions that spend everyday worrying about that, whereas entrepreneurs tend to wear several hats and don t have the time to dig that deep into marketing. He encourages people to know their business and what they are selling, what is at the core of their product. The idea should be distilled into what s known as the elevator pitch: A description of an idea distilled into something that could be communicated in the time it takes to go one floor in an elevator. The one line pitch forces you to articulate the core idea, writes O Reilly. Or forces you to admit there isn t one. O Reilly said he is always looking for the little things what he calls going the extra inch. Smaller companies competing against bigger companies, one of the best ways to compete is to look for the little touches you can give to your customers because I don t think the big guys can really see down that far, he said. A big company may be too big or too busy to pay attention to such tiny details but a smaller business can find those little touches. In the book he gives the example of buying boots and being offered a coupon for a coffee and muffin at the café across the street while he waited 20 minutes for the waterproofing treatment to be applied. O Reilly writes that he was delighted by the gesture because the business had given him the gift of time, a chance to sit down and relax, something he doesn t get to do very often. The smartest companies let their personalities shine. Smaller companies really should think long and hard about how to let their personalities show, said O Reilly. Wrapping up a book tour this fall, O Reilly is also looking forward to picking up his newly refurbished 1969 Airstream Caravel trailer, which he has had converted into a radio studio. The mobile studio, where he can record the upcoming season of Under the Influence, will be located at his Mulmur home, reducing his commute considerably. O Reilly will be sharing his marketing insights at Duntroon Hall at 2 p.m. on Oct. 1, as part of the Small Halls Festival line-up. Tickets cost $30. Those who purchase in advance, will be given two tickets for the Taste of the Township lunch taking place at the hall from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For tickets, visit Terry O`Reilly NOW HIRING for our locations in Stayner and Cashtown Corners FULL TIME & PART-TIME POSITIONS day, afternoon & flex shifts available Apply in person during our TICKETS ON SALE NOW! DAN DAVIDSON TERRY O REILLY JEREMY FISHER THE RIB TICKLER WHISKEY NOSING & DINNER THE HISTORY OF HIGHLAND DANCE NQ ARBUCKLE WITH CAROLYN MARK s JOB FAIR at Stayner Tim Hortons Tuesday, September 12, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, September 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or drop off a resume at either location. staynertimhortons778@gmail.com STAYNER

7 The Creemore Echo Friday, September 8, Community, a design feature in new show By Sara Hershoff Design junkies and nosey neighbours can get all the details they want about a local building project by tuning into Sarah Off the Grid on HGTV starting this Sunday, September 10 at 10 p.m. The new series features six one-hour episodes which follow Sarah Richardson as she chronicles her most ambitious project to date, for the clients closest to her heart; husband Alexander Younger and daughters Robin and Fiona. For this very personal project Richardson, who introduces herself as one of Canada s top designers, made a conscious decision to be loud and proud about the location of the build perched on the top of the escarpment just five minutes outside of the village. We really shout it from the roof tops that we love Creemore. We want everyone to know how great it is. said Richardson in a phone interview. We joke that we had a 5 mile local crew. We really harnessed the local community. They also harnessed the power of the sun on this just-finished project which began in June of It features a custom 5000 sq ft. home located at the end of a very long driveway, complete with a barn and large solar installation. Richardson does not take any credit for the off-the -grid nature of the build. Her husband, affectionately awarded the title of Minister of Exteriors, worked to have two barns in Avening moved to the property and re-erected one to provide the optimum location and orientation for the solar array. Younger has been working with solar power for close to two decades. With the new and improved technology now available found powering the large house fairly straight forward, and to date it has worked well. It was really a fabulous community effort. says Richardson. You will see local residents. We had Sarah Richardson, Alex Younger and their children Robin and Fiona. Ed Leimgardt we worked with him from the very beginning. All of our building materials came from Hamilton Brothers and Giffen s fed our crews. This is not the first time Richardson has featured a Creemore-based project on her show. Season three of Sarah s House highlighted their renovation of a Victorian farm house just off Fairgrounds Road. At the time they referred to the place being near Collingwood but this time they were explicit in naming and Contributed photo celebrating the location. We think it is the best place on earth and my hope is that the community will be happy that I have let this little secret out, because I want to see more prosperity for Creemore, and hopefully shining a light on Creemore is a good thing for everyone. The show runs weekly until October 10. All episodes can also be streamed online at for free. Additional web content is available as well. THE OWL SHOW Immerse yourself in a creative exploration of one of Canada s most fascinating hunters. at Station on the Green, Creemore. Illustrations, photographs and sculptures Unusual owl collections Display of community created owls GUEST SPEAKERS - ALL ABOUT OWLS Ann Brockelman - Sept. 30, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Peter Thoem - Oct. 1, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Visit our information booth at Station on the Green and find out more about THE RE-VISION EXHIBIT CANADA 150 BOWL SHOW 40 YEARS OF PURPLE HILLS ( ) And there s more! 35+ artists, artisans, sculptors, jewellers and more in local businesses, studios and galleries around town all weekend. CREEMORE festival of the ARTS SAT. SEPT. 30 SUN. OCT am to 4 pm SmallHallsFestival.ca phahs.ca

8 8 The Creemore Echo Friday, September 8, 2017 Big Heart Seniors by Irma Flack There were thirty seven members out for bid euchre on Thursday. We were happy to welcome Evelyn Warden back for part of the afternoon. Her daughter took her home early so she would not become too exhausted. Thank you to Pat Broad for donating candy. The 50/50 winners were Melvin Lougheed, Marcia Cameron, Janice Stephens, Marg Falls, Morris Tymchuk, Irma Flack, and Ruth Lougheed. Only three moonshots were played by Ruby Klinck, Ruth Lougheed, and Jim Ferguson who won the travel prize. The prize winners for cards were Ruth Lougheed 371, Irma Flack 246, Robert McNicol 233, Edith Atkinson 226, and Isabelle Gubbels 122. Wilma Zeggil was on the lucky chair. The bus went to Rama on Tuesday, September 5. Following many cancellations there was another small load. The oncoming, north bound traffic entering Orillia on Highway 12 was more stop than go for as far as the eye could see. Road paving was the blockade. For that reason the bus took and alternate route to Highway 11 on the way home but still arrived in Creemore at the usual time. Glencairn For Reliable Service Tank Truck Delivery of Furnace & Stove Oil The Corporation of the Township of Mulmur INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR: The Corporation of the Township of Mulmur INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR: PART-TIME SEASONAL ARENA ASSISTANT Reporting to the Arena Manager, this position requires the ability to operate and maintain various types of equipment as well as manual labour. The successful applicant must be able to work flexible hours including weekends. The preferred candidate will have: A valid G driver s license Ability to obtain a current Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening Experience operating the Compressor System for Ice Making, Zamboni, etc. Strong team work skills Knowledge of applicable Health & Safety Policies & Procedures Qualified candidates are invited to their cover letter and resume in PDF format to hr@mulmur.ca, specifying Arena Assistant in the subject line, no later than September 22, 2017 at 4pm. Visit for full job descriptions. We thank all those applicants for their interest, but only those invited for an interview will be contacted. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection. Mulmur Township is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. FULL TIME GRADER OPERATOR (1 position) This position offers a competitive wage and benefits package including OMERS pension and is based on a 40-hour work week plus overtime as necessary. The successful applicant must be able to work flexible hours, winter shifts and occasional weekends as needed. The preferred candidate will have: A valid DZ driver s license (AZ preferred) 3 to 5 years experience operating the following equipment o Grader with snow plow equipment o Wheel Loader/Backhoe o Dump Truck with snow plow/sander combination Able to respond to emergency call-outs within ½ hour Experience in road maintenance and construction Strong team work skills Knowledge of applicable Health & Safety Policies & Procedures SEASONAL EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (2 positions) This position offers a competitive wage and is based on a 40-hour work week. Successful applicants must be able to work the afternoon shift, and occasionally be available for weekends as needed. This position requires applicants to work from December 4, 2017 to March 30, The preferred candidate will have: A valid DZ driver s license (AZ preferred) Experience in the operation of dump trucks with snow plow/sander combination Experience in the operation of graders with snow plow attachments Able to respond to emergency call-outs within ½ hour Experience in road maintenance and construction Strong team work skills Knowledge of applicable Health and Safety Policies and Procedures SEASONAL WEEKEND PATROLLER (1 position) The preferred candidate will have a valid G or DZ driver s license and must be able to work flexible hours on weekends and holidays between December and April. This position requires the ability to: Provide road patrolling for the purpose of establishing and reporting the condition of the traveled road, structure or incident Initiate action and/or perform activity to remedy or mitigate the circumstance found Provide snow and ice control (SNIC), maintenance and repair services to road allowances for the safety and convenience of the traveling public All qualified candidates are invited to their cover letter, resume and clean driver s abstract in PDF format to hr@mulmur.ca, indicating the position they are applying for, no later than September 22, 2017 at 4pm. Visit for full job descriptions. We thank all those applicants for their interest, but only those invited for an interview will be contacted. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection. Mulmur Township is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. More news and events online at

9 The Creemore Echo Friday, September 8, Fun&Games Weekend Weather Sudoku by Barbara Simpson Answer on page 11 Spike & Rusty Word Scramble You A L T E T T D on me when I tripped over my shoelace in Chez Michel's kitchen last night! At least it was good for a laugh Spike! And by the way, what were you doing in his kitchen? by Ken Thornton Find this week s answer on page 11 Friday, September 8 Chance of showers High 15 Low 10 Wind N 23 km/h POP 40% Saturday, September 9 Mainly sunny High 16 Low 9 Wind N 13 km/h POP 20% Sunday, September 10 Sunny High 18 Low 9 Wind NW 7 km/h POP 10% Fred s Funnies What happens to a frog's car when it breaks down? It gets toad away Canadian Criss Cross September 8, 2017 ACROSS 1. Maple genus 5. Agile deer 9. Has an inclination 11. Exclamation of doubt 13. Make bigger 14. Breakfast food 16. Writer Waugh 17. Tattletale 19. Roman numeral for Judges wear 22. Sheep s relative 23. Measure of how fast a computer is: abbr. 24. Fat 26. Stiff hair 27. Dapper, as a dresser 28. Along shore undertow 31. Smooth out 33. Place for repairing ships 34. Bad pun, for one 37. Uses a key 40. Ponce de 41. All generations to come 44. Babylonian sky god 45. Word in an octagon 46. Loose rock debris covering a slope 47. Sixty secs 48. Blackfish 50. Having a horizontal surface 51. Desert-dweller 53. Thingamajigs 55. Agree out of court 56. Page and Pompeo 57. Makeshift bed 58. Infant s parent DOWN 1. High-school math 2. Bay, Newfoundland 3. Upon prefix 4. Umps kin 5. Be affected by a drug, in a bad way 6. Sworn statement 7. Deciduous tree 8. Hefty hammers 9. Bar of the Old West 10. The Playboy of the Western World playwright 11. Turns in a circle 12. Party boats 13. Grape residue 15. Entertainer Minnelli 18. Charged particles 21. Discourse of Buddha 25. Early mayor of Ottawa 26. Took the place of (var.) 29. Very much 30. One s vocal capacity 32. Coldest planet in the solar system 34. Canadian film awards 35. Made into a circle 36. Completely remove 38. State of bliss 39. High-spirited horses 40. Petting zoo animal 42. Brand of fine china 43. Has a strong desire 45. Jibs and spinnakers 48. Disapproving sounds 49. Colour of wheat 52. Ear prefix 54. Spanish wave Find the answer to this week s Crossword on the Classifieds page.

10 10 The Creemore Echo Friday, September 8, 2017 Human cases of West Nile virus identified in Simcoe Muskoka The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is advising the public to continue to protect themselves against mosquito bites, after recent laboratory results show two probable human cases of West Nile virus illness; one with likely acquisition in New Tecumseth. The results of further tests are pending before the cases can be confirmed as West Nile virus illness. In addition, mosquitoes from a trap located in the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury tested positive for the virus this week. People may feel, with the end of summer approaching, that the risk of being bitten by mosquitoes is reduced, said Dr. Charles Gardner, Medical Officer of Health for the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit. However, late summer and early fall is the time when the risk of acquiring West Nile virus from a bite actually increases. As long as mosquitoes continue to be active, we need to take precautions to protect ourselves from the virus. Wet, mild weather this summer has resulted in substantially larger mosquito numbers across the province. Locally, the health unit s surveillance program has shown that West Nile virus activity remains within local and historical norms. The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury has historically been identified as an area with increased risk for the virus. As a result, the municipality has been larviciding storm water catch basins for many years to reduce mosquito populations and provide extra protection for the public. To stay safe, the health unit recommends the following personal protection measures: Use an approved insect repellent and follow the manufacturer s instructions. Wear light-coloured clothing, covering arms and legs in areas where mosquitoes are present. Try to stay indoors when mosquitoes are most active (dusk to dawn). Mosquito proof your home by removing standing water around your property and ensure screens are free from breaks or rips. The majority of people infected with West Nile virus do not show any symptoms and most of those who do will experience mild illness which may include: fever, headache, body aches, nausea, vomiting or rashes on the chest, stomach or back. Less than one per cent of those infected with West Nile virus will experience serious symptoms, which may include: high fever, severe headache, muscle weakness, stiff neck or confusion. However, in rare instances, the virus can cause meningitis, encephalitis or death. Those at greatest risk of severe illness are people over the age of 50 and individuals with weakened immune systems or chronic diseases. The health unit encourages the public to seek medical attention if they are experiencing any symptoms related to West Nile virus. Past surveillance for West Nile virus in our region has shown that the virus is established within Simcoe Muskoka and that we need to be aware, said Dr. Gardner. The best defence against the virus is personal protection. For more information about West Nile virus and protecting yourself from mosquito bites, call Health Connection at or , Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or connect with the health unit on Facebook and Twitter, or visit simcoemuskokahealth.org. Auction Sale For Ed and Nina Roy PH Gore Rd. Town of Caledon L9K 2M4 Saturday, September 16 at 10 a.m. Sale offers: John Deere X500 riding mower 48 deck only 239 hrs; JD LX 186 w/deck; Craftsman 24 hp. Riding mower w/deck& 50 snow blower; Specco Split Master 22 ton wood splitter w/6.5 hp engine; Howse 60 Bush hog; B X 40 3 ph wood chipper; sm. garden equip.; 2 Buggies; 2 Cutters; no. of crocks; Gibson guitar; qty of ant. furniture; barn full of old ant. furniture, china, glass, misc. Full list w/terms and conditions at www. auctionsfind.com/severn Bob Severn Auctioneer Shelburne building supplies Lumber Plywood Trusses Windows Roofing Siding Fence Supplies Culverts Cedar Posts Railway Ties Fuel Delivery Oil Furnaces Lawn & Garden Supplies Nowhere... but close to everywhere. HAMILTON BROS. EST hamiltonbros@ultrafastwireless.com 2047 Glen Huron Rd, Glen Huron Service Directory Gravity Sun Power solar generation for energy savings and income professionally designed and installed Jeff Williams Valley Auto & Tech Repairs to all makes of cars and light trucks! Safety s & Fuel Injection 218 Main St. Stayner Bus. (705) ~ Res. (705) Garry Stamp, Owner/Operator ROSEMONT ELECTRIC Serving Hockley to Creemore Licensed and Trusted Since 2002 ECRA/ESA Licence # rosemontelectric.com Iron Butterfly Custom Iron Work Specializing in gates Charcoal BBQs & Fire Pits Design Welding Refinishing Tyler Kueper ironbutterfly.ca Host Your Party Rates starting at $30/hour Event pricing available sara@creemore.com Cty Rd CREWSON INSURANCE BROKERS 1-(800) crewsoninsurance.com 110 Adeline St., Shelburne 1423 Mosley St., Wasage Beach T. NASH PLUMBING Servicing Creemore and surrounding area (705) Licensed and insured General Practise of Law Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution John L. Ferris Mill Street Megan L. Celhoffer T Residential Lawn Maintenance Dave North For all your towing and recovery needs! TOWING Towing at its best! Kells Service Centre 80 High Street, Collingwood (705) Fax (705) Now Booking Fall Clean Ups Springscapes Stayner, ON Machine Shop Facility Custom Steel Fabrication & repairs Decorative Iron Railing, Fences & Gates 8:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m.-monday to Friday Book ahead for Saturday Service Don Brearey or Gloria Howie Everyone reads the Service Directory! Have your business listed for as little as $15 per week. Call Sara at or sara@creemore.com

11 The Creemore Echo Friday, September 8, Echo Classifieds Submit your classified ad by 5 pm Tuesday: call , fax , info@creemore.com,$17 + hst for 25 words or less for sale Firewood: Dry hardwood maple seasoned 15 lengths. $330 per bush cord. Free delivery. Volume discounts & 12 lengths available. Complete woodlot management. Call Biro Meat Saw for sale. Model Tons of blades & parts. 220v. Heavy-duty. Purchased new. Call and ask for Noel. services Elliott Painting and Decorating, over 30 years experience with excellent references. Interior and exterior painting and wallpapering. Call for free estimate at Contractor Repairs, restores, dismantles and jacks up farm buildings, homes, and cottages. Also roofing, siding, doors, windows, beams, posts, foundations, peers, cement work, fencing, eaves troughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Brian McCurdy Horses Looking for a new place to board your horse? Peace Valley Ranch offers riding trails across 200 acres, an indoor arena, large outdoor riding corral, & on-site horse trainers. A non-competitive & relaxed learning environment, with a focus on building the partnership between you & your horse. Outdoor pasture board including all amenities offered at $300 + hst monthly. Call We d love to meet you and your horse! rawhide-adventures.on.ca. thank you Thank you to the wonderful Don Gordon from Midwest metals who took the time and stop and give us a reflective vest when we were walking the other night. We promise to wear it. wanted If anyone has any yarn, crochet thread, crochet books, magazines, hand towels, kitchen scrubbies, Stroke Rehabilitation Group is collecting. Drop off at Creemore Echo. jail celebration planning Celebrations to mark the 125 th anniversary of the opening of Creemore s historic jail (erected in 1892) are being planned for Saturday, October 7 th at noon. We are collecting jail-related articles and memorabilia for this event to put on public display at the Creemore Log Cabin, adjacent to the Jail. If you have articles or memorabilia & would be willing to lend for the occasion, or if you have memories or ideas you would like to share, please call Chris Raible at or chrisraible1@gmail.com or Gerry Blackburn at daylilies NOTTAWASAGA DAYLILIES LATE SEASON SALE CONTINUES up to 50% off September 9, 10, 16, 17 ~ 10 am to 5 pm ~ For directions visit or call Julie & Tom Wilson 3757 Conc. 3 Nottawasaga, Clearview help wanted auctions Bob Severn Auction Register Ph: Fri. evening, Sept. 8 at 6:30 p.m. Sale of Jinma 354 tractor; 90 Pontiac; 4 trailers, 4 boats, lumber. Note: only 11 items for sale. For Estate of the late Frederick Alcorn. Sale held at # th Sideroad Mono Twp. Near Mono Centre. Sat. evening, Sept. 9 at 4 p.m. Sale of K.KAWAI baby grand piano, beautiful furniture; prints, snowblower, etc. For Steve Strong, 412 Olde Village Lane, Shelburne (sale held indoors). Sat. Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. Auction sale. 3 riding lawnmowers; equip. 2 buggies; 2 cutters; ant. Furniture; crocks, china glass. For Ed & Nina Roy, Gore Road, Town of Caledon, south-east of Mono Mills. Kidd Family Auctions Accepting consignments now for... Antiques: Sept 30th Equipment: Oct 13th Firearms: Nov 25th dennis@kiddfamilyauctions.com lyn@kiddfamilyauctions.com Rod the Window Cleaner. You deserve a Clear View. Fall is coming! You know you want it! Residential, commercial, year-round. All windows welcome. Call References on request. Painting. Masonry & Parging. Professional quality. Call Don for estimate at or footcare Foot Focus - Professional Foot Care in the comfort of your home. Nail trimming, filing, corn and callus reduction, foot soak with foot and lower leg massage. Tammy Robinson, PSW Advance Foot Care Certified. Call We stock ink jet cartridges Call Georgi to see if we have yours or to place an order We also do colour copies Drop in and we'll be happy to help you. The Creemore Echo 3 Caroline Street West info@creemore.com. farm Services Wyant Farms SEED CLEANING & TREATING Your accredited treating facility Book in your winter wheat seed now! CONTACT US TODAY: Ken Wyant 7603 Hwy 26, RR#2, Stayner, ON Tel: kenwyant@rogers.com Wind Farm Administrative Assistant Full Time Dufferin Wind Power Inc. - Melancthon, ON Provide administrative support to the Site Manager Coordinate with contractors to track, record and update all relevant data in company s management database/excel forms/information system Greet clients, suppliers, visitors and callers, respond to s sent to the organization in a professional and friendly manner Provide secretarial and administrative support to management and other staff Use computer word processing, spreadsheet, the internet and server archives to prepare reports, memos, and documents Sort incoming and outgoing mails, faxes, and courier deliveries for distribution Purchase, receive and store office supplies to ensure availability Coordinate the maintenance of office equipment Update and ensure the accuracy of the organization s archives Code and file documents and correspondence according to company policy Coordinate special events, meetings, project promotion and community involvement Process and track accounts payable to ensure timeliness and accuracy of information Assist the Site Manger to maintain solid relationship with landowners, neighbours and the local municipal government Manage or coordinate other special projects as assigned PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Strong communication skills Time management and self-directing capabilities Remain flexible, and accommodate special projects as assigned Three years related work experience Post-secondary education in computers, business, or management Working experience in wind farm or power plant operation would be ideal Electrical experience is considered an asset Class G License APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 22, your resume and a cover letter to the attention of: Michelle Hu: kunyuan.hu@clypg.ca and dan.bernhard@clypg.ca Spike & Rusty: Tattled This week s answers

12 12 The Creemore Echo Friday, September 8, 2017 Prime Rib Thurs to Sun night Brunch until 4 p.m. daily Private rooms available Attention Parents: Here is a great opportunity for you and your kids to explore the important relationship between water and First Nations culture! Grey County Road 124, Singhampton, ON Call for reservations (705) LOCATIONS ORTH B R O K E R A G E PERSONAL I PROFESSIONAL I PROGRESSIVE REAL ESTATE SERVICES ON THE EDGE OF CREEMORE this century farmhouse awaits you. Only minutes away from teeing off at the prestigious Mad River Golf Club or taking in the sights & sounds of nature as you ride through the hills and valleys all around you. Perfect for the hobby or horse farm enthusiast sq ft, 6 bdrms 4 bthrms. Walk the terrain or work in the barn then cool off in the in-ground pool and top it off with smores by the fire pit. Move in ready. ASKING $1,250,000 Call today for your personal appointment. Graham Maxx McDonald Broker / Advisor / SRES 143-A Mill Street, Creemore, On L0M 1G0 Direct: (705) Office: (705) Start your search at: Gideon Street, Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 Telephone: Fax: Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm Communications are available in alternative formats upon request. Each office independently owned and operated For more information, please contact: katie@waterfirst.ngo NSERC s Science Literacy and Water First present: LOVE OUR WATERWAYS! When: Saturday, September 23, 2017, 1:00pm - 3:00pm Location: Mad River Park (south end of Mill Street), Creemore (in case of rain, this event will take place at the Water First office located at 178 Mill St., Unit D, Creemore) Admission: FREE! Kids of all ages are welcome! Come and join us for an afternoon of interactive storytelling with Raven Murphy! Raven is a proud Anishinabe (First Nations) woman, who shares her experiences and the wisdom of her Ancestors through creative storytelling. Medicine Wheel Teachings and traditional Ojibwe creation stories will be performed through storytelling, singing, and drumming. Raven will speak about the continuity and interconnectedness of life with a focus on the significance of water. Afterwards, kids will have the opportunity to take a look at their local watershed using drone technology! Employment Opportunity Full Time, Temporary positions Full time, Temporary Positions, October 30, 2017 April 6, 2018 Job #: , Posting Date: September 1, 2017 Heavy Equipment Operators - 4 Night Patrol Operators - 2 Sidewalk Operators - 2 Clearview Township is seeking Full-time Temporary Heavy Equipment Operators, Night Patrol Operators and Sidewalk Operators beginning October 30, 2017 through to April 6, Responsibilities Snow removal, sanding, inspecting and repairing roads infrastructure Physical and manual labour as needed Qualifications and Abilities required Valid Class DZ driver s license with satisfactory driver s abstract Heavy equipment experience Snow removal experience Requirements Possess reliable personal transportation and be able to participate in on-call and respond within 30 minutes Satisfactory Criminal / Police Background Check For details on hours of work and wages, please visit our website at (Employment Section). Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and covering letter, quoting Job # by September 22, 2017 at 3pm to Human Resources at hr@clearview.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note: In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, please contact Human Resources for accommodation inquiries or requirements at x 255 Please visit our website at: