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Vol. 17 No. 35 TheCosmos.ca Thursday, September 9, 2021 How and where to vote • 100 holes of golf • Volunteers wanted New Patients Welcome TROOP SALUTE! - Last Thursday evening, four members of the 1st Uxbridge Scout Group received the highest honour a Scout can receive, the Chief Scout’s Award. 304 Toronto Street South Group Commissioner Craig Marlatt (in red) presented, from left: Connor Mills, Liam Mills, Ryan Webster, and James Marlatt with plaques, certificates and letters of commendation 905-852-9700 from various levels of government. Scouts can earn the Chief Scout’s Award by completing at least 18 outdoor adventure skill levels, 30 hours of community service, participating axischiropractic.ca in personal progression reviews, leading activities, and completing a capstone project that benefits the community. Photo by John Cavers Farm fresh produce helps DFRFR help farmers by Justyne Edgell DFRFR child care programs for rural families childcare, fundraisers and farm safety pro- in the community. With each produce bag pur- grams. DFRFR normally raises funds in the au- A local farm has partnered with a group that chase, Forsythe Farms is also giving free admis- tumn months through its Duffle Bag Theatre helps local farms and farmers, hoping to raise sion to enjoy a day on the farm. fundraiser, but the COVID pandemic stifled funds to help more farmers! those plans. Durham Farm and Rural Family Resources DFRFR and Forsythe Farms are additionally (DFRFR) has teamed up with Forsythe Family looking for some extra hands to help out. High Farms, in Greenbank, for a “Fall Harvest Ham- school students looking for volunteer hours, per” fundraiser. and other community members interested in “We were looking for a fundraiser that we lending a hand, can email office@durhamfam- could do during the pandemic, that didn’t have ilyresources.org to get involved. people coming together in large groups, and Orders for the seasonal produce bags can be that could be done safely outdoors. Our former made until September 24. Bags can be picked president, Janelle Francis, brainstormed with up at Forsythe Family Farms, located at 1025 Forsythe Farms, who we’ve partnered with in Cragg Rd., Greenbank, on October 2, between the past, to come up with the produce bag 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. idea,” says Jessica Manthorpe, current DFRFR To order, scan the QR code, located here, with president. a smartphone camera or visit durhamfamilyre- The local produce bags are $25 each, with 50 s o u rc e s . o r g / e ve n t s / 2 0 2 1 - f a l l - h a r ve s t - per cent of proceeds going to the farm and the For decades, DFRFR has been supporting the fundraiser/ for a link to the digital order form. other half going directly to help with the rural, farming families of North Durham, with JUST LISTED! 85 Ironwood Crescent, Stouffville -3+1 bedrooms - 4 Bathrooms -Lovely Family Home in Mature Area -Finished basement -RecRm-Bed-bath -Large private backyard/fish pond -Close to Schools + Transit -Lots of Parking space (6) Asking $979,900 STAY SAFE!
The Uxbridge Cosmos 2 Thursday, September 9, 2021 The Corporation of The Township of Uxbridge Uxbridge at a Glance 51 Toronto Street South, P.O. Box 190 Uxbridge L9P 1T1 905-852-9181 info@uxbridge.ca Employment Opportunities FROM THE TAX OFFICE Details of all current positions are available at www.uxbridge.ca/careers Property Tax due date is September 28, 2021 Parks, Recreation and Culture – Arena Tax Payments Options: Attendant Assistant, Casual P-T • At Township Municipal Office with cash, cheque or debit. Credit cards and e-transfers are Closes September 10, 2021 not accepted for tax payments. FOLLOW US Parks, Recreation and Culture – Arena • In an after-hours Drop Box located in the Municipal Office front parking lot. – DO NOT DEPOSIT CASH Post-dated cheques are accepted. Attendant, Adult Closes September 10, 2021 • By Mail - Payments must reach the Municipal Office by the due date. MORE INFO www.uxbridge.ca Parks, Recreation and Culture – Arena • Through Internet or Telephone Banking. • At most Financial Institutions. Attendant Assistant, Student, Casual P-T Council & Committee Meetings Closes September 10, 2021 Penalty/Interest Charges: Meeting Schedule for September, 2021 Parks, Recreation and Culture – Attendant, For non-payment of a tax levy on or before the respective due dates of each installment, a Monday, September 13 Unskilled, Fall Contract penalty of 1.25% shall be imposed on the first day of each calendar month and thereafter in COUNCIL MEETING, 10:00 a.m. Closes September 10, 2021 which the default continues. Failure to receive a Tax Bill does not excuse the taxpayer from PUBLIC MEETING - ZBA 2021-07 responsibility for payment of taxes nor liability of any penalty or interest due to late payments. SUNROCK, 11:30 a.m. Development Services – Director PUBLIC MEETING – ZBA 2021-01 Closes September 20, 2021 The penalty/interest charges cannot be waived or reduced by the Tax Department or EVENDALE APARTMENTS, 7:00 p.m. Fire Department - Assistant Fire Chief, Council for any reason. Tuesday, September 14 1-year Contract ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION Closes September 23, 2021 PLEASE RETAIN YOUR 2021 FINAL TAX BILL FOR INCOME TAX PURPOSES. COMMITTEE , 7:00 p.m. We are an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the If a reprinted tax bill, receipt or Statement of Account is required for any year’s taxes, a fee of Wednesday September 15 Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario $15.00 will apply. AGE FRIENDLY COMMITTEE, 3:00 p.m. Human Rights Code (OHRC). The Township of Uxbridge will provide COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or MEETING, 7:00 p.m. assessment process to applicants with disabilities and/or needs related to If you did not receive your 2021 Final Tax Bill, please contact the Tax Department at 905- the OHRC. Personal information provided is collected under the 852-9181 or tax@uxbridge.ca Monday, September 20 authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. COMMITTEE MEETING, 10:00 a.m. PUBLIC MEETING – ZBA 2021-08 OLAND, 7:00 p.m. TIME TO ENROLL IN THE 2022 PRE-AUTHORIZED PAYMENT (PAP) Tuesday, September 21 MONTHLY TAX PLAN BIA BOARD, 7:00 p.m. • Benefits - no worry about missed due dates or late payment charges. Monthly payments allow Monday, September 27 for easier budgeting. Eligibility requires your property to be fully assessed and your tax account COUNCIL MEETING, 10:00 a.m. up to date. Proclamations for the Month • Pre-Authorized Payment Forms (pdf ) are available at ww.uxbridge.ca/taxes or at the Tax National Hunger Action Month Department. Return completed Form and void cheque or Bank form to the Township of Big Brothers Big Sisters Month Big Brothers Big Sisters Day – September 18 Uxbridge Tax Department or email to tax@uxbridge.ca Franco-Ontarian Day - September 25 The deadline to submit your application is NOVEMBER 30, 2021. National Truth and Reconciliation Day – September 20 Closures • Lane restrictions on Brock Street East from Nelkydd Lane to Regional Highway 47 will be in effect until mid-September, 2021 as the Region installs underground services. • Closure of the Toronto Street sidewalk adjacent to the Uxbridge Public Library will be in effect from August 23 through to mid- October for clock tower restoration work. • Victoria Street will be closed each Sunday (7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) from Brock St. W. to King St. W., from May to October due to the Farmer’s Market. Township of Uxbridge documents are available in alternate formats upon request. email: accessibility@uxbridge.ca Please fill out the Request for Alternate Formats Form at uxbridge.ca/accessibility phone: 905-852-9181 ext.209
The Uxbridge Cosmos 3 Thursday, September 9, 2021 How and where to vote in Uxbridge by Roger Varley Sept. 13. Party on hand. e meeting was To vote by mail, electors should held at the arena with no audi- Uxbridge residents who want to visit an Elections Canada office ence but residents could watch cast their ballots in person in the or go to the Elections Canada the proceedings on a live-stream Sept. 20 federal election can do website to fill out an application on YouTube and Facebook. A re- so at Poll 033 at the Uxbridge for a mail-in ballot. Deadlines port on the meeting will be pub- arena on Brock Street West. Vot- apply. Visit Voting by mail – lished in next week's edition of ing hours run from 9:30 a.m. to Elections Canada for details. the Cosmos. A recording of the 9:30 p.m. Last night (Wednesday) was the video is available on the Cosmos For those wanting to vote in the first and only all-candidates website, thecosmos.ca, and on advance poll, Poll 603 will be meeting in Uxbridge, hosted by the Cosmos’s YouTube channel, open at the Uxbridge Senior the Uxbridge Cosmos, with repre- Cosmos Uxbridge. Centre on Marietta Street from 9 sentatives of the Liberals, Con- a.m. to 9 p.m. from Sept. 10 to servatives, NDP and People's Golf marathon to raise needed funds for local charity A big yellow bus is coming for makes an enormous impact on dren's Charity” says Kim Carri- Jennifer Ashleigh Children’s the families that come to us for gan, e Yellow Bus Founda- Charity. help. COVID-19 continues to tion manager. More to the point, the Yellow affect our JACC children and “If you enjoy golf and helping Bus Foundation will be holding families, and this support from seriously ill children in your its 25th Annual 100 Hole Golf the Foundation means that we community, come and join us Marathon on Friday, September don’t have to say “no” when for this fun packed, one-of-a- 17, and Jennifer Ashleigh Chil- families reach out to us.” kind experience next year. is dren’s Charity (JACC) is one of Approximately 40 golfers, year’s is extremely important as the benefactors of the along with their supporters, we focus on raising funds in marathon. each raise a minimum of $3,500 support of our charity partners An annual event, the golf in pledges to participate. e hit particularly hard by the marathon, which will be held at day includes 12 hours of golf, COVID-19 pandemic.” the Glen Eagle Golf Course in and, according to a press release To play in this year’s 100 Hole Bolton, has raised $8.5 million from the Yellow Bus Founda- Golf Marathon, visit yellowbus- in support of children with life- tion, a “good group of partici- foundation.com for more infor- threatening illnesses, as well as pants, heartfelt testimonials mation.” disadvantaged youth living in throughout the day and the communities throughout On- chance to win some great tario. Jennifer Ashleigh Chil- prizes.” dren’s Charity was one of the e golf marathon aims to charities selected by e Yellow raise over $500,000 each year. Bus Foundation again this year. e Yellow Bus Foundation re- Each charity that the founda- ports that last year it distributed tion selects helps children who more than $500,000 and deal with serious illnesses every helped more than 300 Cana- day by increasing their access to dian children and young people programs and support that will in need. help them reach their full po- “We are pleased to partner tential. e mission of the with the Jennifer Ashleigh Chil- JACC is “to improve the quality of life for seriously ill children and their families…when love is not enough.” e JACC acts as a safety net for sick children and their families when they have nowhere else to turn, helping 905-487-8363 them access the medical care Toll-free and treatment they need. JACC 888-982-8343 receives no government or United Way funding. budgetblinds.com “We are so grateful to e Yel- low Bus Foundation for this in- credible opportunity, and for the dedication of the partici- pants of the marathon and those who sponsor them” said Mary- Anne Herrema, JACC’s execu- tive director. “e support that we receive from e Yellow Bus Foundation through this event
The Uxbridge Cosmos 4 Thursday, September 9, 2021 Our two cents Zombies on parade On March 19, 2020, one week after Ontario first shut down because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Cosmos columnist Roger Varley wrote about the restrictions that had recently been put in place and ended his column “Am I Wrong?” with the paragraph: "It seems to me that all this caution needs to be mixed with a good dose of common sense before we watch society turn into the real-life version of zombie apoc- alypse." Obviously, Varley was using a little tongue-in-cheek when he wrote those words, but after 18 months of shutdowns and restrictions, it appears he was not far off the mark. In the last number of weeks, a large segment of the population has been acting very much like the brain-eaters in popular zombie movies. On the campaign trail, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been sub- jected to both verbal and physical attacks, mainly from large numbers of anti-vaxxers who are not so restricted that they can't follow him around the country. Health-care workers and hospitals have been subjected to mass protests and verbal abuse by those opposed to COVID-19 vaccinations and mask-wearing. Flight attendants now fully expect to be attacked by irate passengers who don't agree with in-flight protocols. Anti-vaxxers have even been caught screaming ob- scenities at children because they were wearing masks. Protesters have attempted to close down restaurants and other places of business be- Time to put a filling in truth decay cause those establishments had COVID-19 protocols in place. On Guest editorial, written by Jamie Irv- likely to encounter or engage with.” from going through, Google an- the local front, Mayor Dave Barton told us he was recently called ing, Chair, and Paul Deegan, Presi- We wholeheartedly agree with nounced its “News Showcase” plan "Hitler" by someone who doesn't agree with how the township has dent and CEO of News Media their conclusion that Truth Decay in Australia. For its part, Facebook handled the pandemic. Canada. Used with permission. has damaging consequences, includ- threatened to walk away with their All this in a society where, not so long ago, people would say "I'm ing, “The erosion of civil discourse; marbles and leave Australia alto- sorry" at the drop of a hat. One might wonder how this turn of It’s increasingly rare that Canada’s political paralysis; alienation and gether. However, neither tactic suc- events could occur so quickly. One might also wonder how so many major political parties agree on any- disengagement of individuals from ceeded. The government went people can believe the promises being made by political leaders dur- thing, especially during the heat of political and civic institutions; and ahead and enacted the bill. It re- ing an election campaign and yet refuse to believe what medical ex- a federal election campaign. Yet, all policy uncertainty.” ceived royal assent in March 2021. perts and scientists are telling them about the coronavirus. agree that we should look toward Which brings us to the question, The results have been a stunning As is the case with COVID-19, all this anger is not going to sud- Australia to ensure the long-term what can we, as Canadians, to do success for local news media in Aus- denly disappear. The fourth wave is upon us and predictions are that commercial viability of Canada’s about it? tralia. To avoid binding arbitration, it will be just as tough, if not tougher, than the first three. It doesn't news publishing business. Why is a One solution is investing in inves- both platforms have negotiated con- strong news publishing business im- tigative journalism, which is a for- tracts with the news media that pro- take a genius to figure out that restrictions and protocols will remain portant to Canadians? Simply put, midable public check on the vide meaningful remuneration. with us for quite a while if large segments of the population continue journalism is vital to our democ- powerful, including governments Although the actual terms are confi- to resist vaccinations. The latest estimate we can find is that over five racy. and corporations. Investigative jour- dential, and some of contracts are million eligible Canadians still have not received even one jab. As In their 2018 book Truth Decay, nalism serves the public interest and still being negotiated, we under- long as they move freely among us, the virus will continue to spread Jennifer Kavanagh and Michael D. stand that the two companies, on a and shutdowns will continue. Rich of the RAND Corporation combined basis, are paying in the When the Toronto Blue Jays played the Oakland Athletics on the argue that there is an “increasing range of 30 per cent of the cost of weekend, the stands were crowded with unmasked spectators, the disagreement about facts and ana- each full-time journalist. Clearly, players hugged and embraced each other every time a run was scored lytical interpretations of fact and the threat of baseball-style, final and, of course, there was a lot of spitting going on in the dugout. It data; a blurring of the line between offer arbitration is leading to real would not be stretch to predict a large number of new cases will re- opinion and fact; an increasing rela- dollars for Australia’s news publish- sult. tive volume, and resulting influ- ers – both large and small – to in- All of which indicates to us that those protesters are directing their ence, of opinion and personal vest in real journalists, who produce experience over fact; and a declining real content. anger at the wrong people. They should be angry with themselves for trust in formerly respected sources often drives administrative, legisla- That is far better than the divide making the problem worse. of factual information.” tive, and regulatory reforms and and conquer approach employed by Digging a little deeper, the authors better behaviors. Investigative jour- Big Tech, which lacks transparency, note that, in the past, newspapers nalism takes an investment in time, allows the platforms to play titles and news channels mediated infor- talent, and hard dollars. Today, with off against each other with inade- mation. As ‘gatekeeper’ institutions, advertising dollars being syphoned quate compensation offers com- publishers and broadcasters were off by Big Tech, dollars are scarce, pared to what binding arbitration and remain accountable because and newsrooms are both stretched would provide, and leaves smaller they can be sued for defamation, and stressed. Investigative journal- titles out in the cold. and they are subject to certain stan- ism can only flourish in a healthy On behalf of Canada’s news media dards and regulations. Not so with media ecosystem. publishers from coast-to-coast-to- the social media and internet plat- The Australians have figured this coast, representing over 1,000 com- form companies, who go unchecked out. In 2019, the Australian Com- munities and employing over and remain unaccountable. The au- petition & Consumer proposed a two-thirds of Canada’s journalists, thors argue that “The filters and al- mandatory code and arbitration News Media Canada is heartened to gorithms embedded in social media regime to level the playing field be- see that all major political parties in platforms and search engines, such tween the country’s news publishers Canada support this approach and as Google, contribute to Truth and Google and Facebook, which recognize the urgency of the situa- Decay – and particularly to increas- was opposed by both companies. tion. We have produced a draft ing disagreement and the blurring That fierce opposition continued Digital Platforms Act, that can be of the distinction between opinion after the government introduced its introduced on Day One of the next and fact – by inserting bias into the bill. In February 2021, in a last- types of information a person is minute effort to stop the legislation ...continued on page 6
The Uxbridge Cosmos 5 Thursday, September 9, 2021 A Blonde Moment The Barris Beat column by Lisha Van Nieuwenhove column by Ted Barris Thank you for the music A summer for women A strange and wonderful thing happened to high as it was possible to go learning RCM A week ago Tuesday, I joined my daughter for her appeal to the court of arbitration for sport me last Thursday afternoon, something that I History, Harmony and Counterpoint (then it an event to remember. Canada’s women’s to box for Canada. The court ruled that the didn’t figure would happen in my lifetime, or was Grade 5, but that was, ahem, a few years hockey team faced its arch rival – the Ameri- IOC had to accommodate women, such as anyone else’s lifetime, for that matter. ago). I have studied music from all over the cans – in a three-on-three overtime period in flyweight boxer Bujold, who were pregnant or Swedish pop supergroup ABBA announced world, and thus have a very broad musical Calgary for the International Ice Hockey Fed- postpartum during the qualifying period. that they have reunited to release a new taste. I love old jazz, classical of all eras, pop, eration world championship. Just over seven “What a rightful decision,” said Roy Halpin album, and teased fans with two brand new some rock - basically the only genres that re- minutes into sudden death, team captain with Boxing Canada, “for all … female ath- songs, the first in 40 years. ally don’t do it for me are heavy metal and Marie-Philip Poulin broke in on the U.S. goal letes.” Many of you will now roll your eyes and country. And even then, I have a few select and put a wrist shot off the crossbar down Away from athletics, American women have into the net for the victory. The Toronto Star suddenly faced challenges to what some feel move on to Ted’s column because you don’t country artists in my CD collection. I’ve al- interviewed former Leafs goalie coach Steve are their rights to abortions in Texas; they’ve give a rat’s patootie about ABBA. Others may ways maintained that I like the piece, rather McKichan after the game. demonstrated daily – in the face of violent simply say “Oh, that’s nice,” and indulge me than the artist. But if I were put on a deserted “That’s the Hall of Fame bardown shot in taunts and threats – against new anti-abortion by reading on. And some will say “I know, island and could only take one band’s music women’s hockey,” and he went on to say in laws overturning the 1973 ruling legalizing isn’t that exciting!?” and genuinely mean it. with me, ABBA would be my choice. (Cana- the history of greatest Canadian hockey goals, abortion (Roe v Wade), calling them “sex dis- But before you give up on this column, let dian songstress Loreena McKennitt would be “it was top-five.” crimination at its worst.” And in the wake of me warn you that I’m not going to expound my solo artist choice). I’m old enough to remember seeing the the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan, women on all the various merits I feel ABBA has (be- So, I’ve always loved ABBA. Big deal, right? Toronto Star’s photo of Bill Barilko’s Stanley in Kabul bravely took to the streets to de- cause I feel they have many!). Rather, I’m Why, then, did last week’s news have me fan- Cup winning goal in April 1951 … watched mand the new hardline regime maintain the going to share why I think last Thursday’s girling like a teeny-bopper? I wept. Not sobs, from the basement of a University of gains women have made in education, gover- news affected me so profoundly. I just got a little teary, but there was water Saskatchewan AV building as Paul Henderson nance and expression in their country over I was first introduced to ABBA in, I believe, flowing. And I couldn’t get enough of the scored the game winner in Moscow to win the past 20 years. grade 5. My teacher, Miss Sandford, played a news on what led to this new album and its the 1972 Canada-Soviet Summit Hockey Se- I notice too that Amanda Gorman, the track off the ABBA Greatest Hits Vol. 1 album accompanying concert show (yes, I’m saving ries … and actually covered (for CBC Radio) young poet who recited her iconic piece The every morning, to which we did our opening to take a trip to London, now!). I was physi- Wayne Gretzky’s 50th goal in 39 games at the Hill We Climb at Joe Biden’s presidential inau- exercises while standing beside our desks. cally affected by three words: “ABBA is back.” Northlands Coliseum in Edmonton in 1981. guration, has also stepped up. After turning “Nina Ballerina” was a catchy little tune, and I pondered this all weekend, as I listened to All great goals. But McKickan’s right – down a reported $17 million in promotional somehow I became interested in what else the two new songs on a continuous loop. Poulin’s goal is up there. opportunities, she has become the face for this band with the neat name had to offer. Why was I reacting so viscerally to this news Her stellar play in that series – through in- Estée Lauder to promote literacy among girls jury and criticism – to then come back in and women, and to campaign for equity and Soon I was saving my meagre allowance, which, while fun and upbeat in a world that sudden death overtime to score the winner, social change for oppressed women. Next and one special Saturday my family and I is anything but at the moment, qualifies as a has put an exclamation point on a summer week, she co-hosts the gala fundraiser at the trotted off to a record store in Markham, bit of fluff, in the giant scheme of things. like no other. Because they have excelled, Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. “I where I bought the very same album my cool And I came to realize that music in every stood out and stood up, over the past few realize this is my moment to tell the world teacher had. My first vinyl. form, from early Gregorian chant (which I months, women have led the way in just what it needs to get done,” she told the New I quickly fell in love with the music, and taught to a men’s choir, once - not easy) to about every endeavour, in sport and other- York Times. had the lyrics by heart in no time at all. Now, today’s latest, runs right through my veins wise. It’s been the summer for women. I believe Canada’s world hockey champi- at about the same time, a family moved in alongside my blood. If I were made to choose It began with the incredible performances by onship victory last Tuesday, is among those just around the corner and down the road between losing my sight or my hearing, I’d Canadian women at the Tokyo Olympics. Of “Where were you when…?” moments. When from our house, and I became fast friends choose my sight. I could never live without course, swimmers Penny Oleksiak and Mag- Marie-Philip Poulin took that pass from Bri- with the older of the two daughters, Linda. I hearing music. gie MacNeil led the way at the pool, while anne Jenner at centre ice in Calgary, and ri- can’t recall us having much in common, other During my ruminations, I remembered that Maude Charron’s weightlifting gold brought fled the puck into the pigeon-hole-sized top than a shared love for ABBA. We would sit in I also fan-girled over Mozart right after the perhaps the most genuine tears of joy. I’ll per- right-hand corner for the victory, I was seated her room and listen to song after song, for movie Amadeus came out, in 1984. That led sonally remember for a long time the women’s next to my adult daughter, watching the game hours on end. By the time Linda and her me to have regular birthday parties for long- eight rowing crew winning Olympic gold (the on TV. We both love hockey – watching and family moved away, I had most of the ABBA dead composers - weird, yes, but a great asset first time in 29 years) and coxswain Kristen playing it. We both were elated by the win. collection. when studying music history... Kit climbing all over her teammates to hug My daughter told me afterward she’s going The group’s call of a “hiatus” in 1982 didn’t I need music in my life like I need food, them in victory. to start calling the NHL, “the Men’s National really affect my 12-year-old life much. I just water and shelter. And I think ABBA’s news As important, among Canada’s Tokyo Hockey League,” because the world insists on Olympic wins, I think, were the victories reg- calling the game Poulin and her teammates kept listening to the music I loved. I went on hit me hard because their music has been istered by Canadian Olympians Kim Gaucher play, “Women’s World Hockey.” Someday in to discover other music and artists, as any such a huge, positive, part of my life. Their and Mandy Bujold. Gaucher, on the national the future as a journalist I hope I won’t have teenager does, and developed acoustic love af- music is part of my being. basketball team, was originally told safety to write a column celebrating women’s fairs with whoever caught my ears’ fancy at Please don’t bother sending me emails protocols meant she couldn’t bring her infant achievements. I hope, on that day, I can just the time. telling me I’m off my nut, that ABBA sucks, daughter with her to Tokyo. She claimed the acknowledge their achievements for what they I am a musician. I began playing piano that my taste in music stinks, etc. That’s just International Olympic Committee was forc- are (without a gender qualifier) as greatness! when I was three. I taught music lessons for spreading negativity, and ain’t nobody got ing her to choose between “being a breast- 22 years. I have my Grade 10 piano from the time for that, especially me. 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The Uxbridge Cosmos 6 Thursday, September 9, 2021 Foster in 2022. e Foster has Truth decay, from page 4 Goodwood News with Bev Northeast joined the Leaskdale loop, which is held once a month at several differ- e kids are going back to school It has been a very interesting and and we will continue to do so be- ent businesses in the Leaskdale area. Parliament. It addresses the need and hopefully COVID-19 stays trying time for most of us, but we cause we are Canadians and we re- To find out more, check out the for an exemption from section away so classes can continue for have to admit, Canada has weath- spect each other. And you have to business cards of the members at 45 of the Competition Act, them this time around! ered this COVID storm very well, respect COVID. the chip truck in Leaskdale. which currently precludes collec- Not much happening at our com- ere are bargains for everyone, tive bargaining. munity centre, but I do hear that and remember - not only are these The Google and Facebook plat- things might be opening up by the businesses unique, they are local. forms have combined annual end of September, providing With food prices going up, don’t revenue in Canada of over $9 COVID is under control. forget to assist the Loaves and Fishes billion. Only through the threat We have our speed camera, and I Food Bank and Salvation Army in of arbitration will meaningful re- guess we can say it’s working because their goal of helping others. muneration be provided by those some fool decided to knock it over. Finally, please obey the speed limit platforms to all Canadian news A lot interest being shown in while driving through Goodwood, media. News Media Canada omas Foster Memorial, and we and you won’t be on our candid will be opening up Fridays at the “traffic speed” camera. stands ready to assist in collective negotiation for titles – large and small. All major Canadian political parties agree: the Australian model is a simple, fair, and proven solution that is working in that country. It does not re- quire taxpayer funds, new taxes, or user fees. Its use of collective negotiation, backed up baseball- style arbitration, is the best way to redress the current power im- balance between the web giants and Canada’s local news media. It will ensure that we can con- tinue to invest in excellence in Canadian journalism — both today and over the long-term – and it will help fill the Truth Decay that is infecting our democracy.
The Uxbridge Cosmos 8 Thursday, September 9, 2021 Cancer thriver walks her way to health, invites others to join her by Justyne Edgell Murray says, “the university’s the summer months when their experiences. obic workout group. study is on the effect of being Murray would be away fre- “It’s a nice way to connect with “It’s not about speed walking Inspired by a research study outside, in nature, on people quently. others in our community and to or walking fast, in fact, it’s more done by the University of the who have had cancer, and their “e data collection is over but share something really positive of the opposite. Walking at the Fraser Valley, Annabelle Murray healing.” I think it would still be a won- and healthy,” says Murray. pace of the slowest walker.” is starting a walking group for Originally, Murray was going derful thing to have a walking Walkers can meet up at the Murray says the goal is more who she calls Uxbridge “cancer to lead a walking group to be group in Uxbridge, in all our Countryside Preserve, as the about enjoying nature and less thrivers,” beginning on Septem- part of the study; however, they beautiful trails.” trails are well kept and quite ac- about getting in a workout. ber 21. conducted the research through Murray says that, while she, cessible even through the winter ose who wish to join the herself had cancer in 2018, she months. cancer thrivers trail walking doesn't actually know many lo- Murray wants to emphasize group can call Annabelle Mur- cals who were also touched by that while this is a walking ray at 705-738-7015 for further the disease. She hopes that this group, it is by no means an aer- details. walking group will allow a safe social gathering place for cancer thrivers in Uxbridge to connect, support each other and share • ISA Certified Arborists Chances Are • Bucket & Crane Trucks • Consulting Jewellery Sale • Fertilizing • Hydro Line Clearing A self-proclaimed “kayak gal and her dog on the Scugog River,” Annabelle Murray enjoys the outdoors, and credits being in nature with helping her be- 2 days only! • Stump Grinding • Tree Pruning and Removals come a cancer thriver. Murray hopes to gather others who have lived with • Planting & Plant Health Care cancer to join her in a weekly walking group. Fri., Sept. 17 and Sat., Sept. 18 Photo by Fiona Jensen 10am - 4pm 20 Bascom Street, Upstairs 905-852-5313 All proceeds to Uxbridge Hospital Auxiliary UTSTreeCare.ca MARTINO’S CABINETS is closing its doors at 54 Main Street South. After 36 years serving Uxbridge and surrounding areas, Dom and his staff would like to thank all the customers and friends who supported Martino’s Cabinets & Refinishing over the years. CLOSING SALE of all leftover hardware, materials, work tables and sheet goods. Everything must go. Cash & carry. September 10, 11 & 12, 9:00am to 2:00pm IT’S STILL SUMMER! DON’T PUT AWAY THAT BBQ YET! COME SEE US & FINISH THE SEASON IN STYLE! CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR THIS WEEK’S SPECIALS! www.themeatmerchant.ca 3 Brock Street West 905-852-9892
The Uxbridge Cosmos 9 Thursday, September 9, 2021 Focus on Finance with Tammy Scuralli, Edward Jones Ranking Your Goals: Put “price tags” on your goals. You you can always go with Plan B – i.e., need to know what your goals will the smaller home or the rental expe- A smart move cost. Even if you can only make an rience. But if your "nice to have" is estimate, it’s essential to have some closer to a "must have" in this area as Like most people, you may have sev- figure in mind. As time goes by, you well, you might want to focus less on eral financial goals. But can you can always revise your projected achieving greater returns and instead reach them all? costs. To arrive at these price tags, look at ways of adjusting your It would be simple if you had great you may want to work with a finan- budget to save more. wealth. But you’ll likely need to rank cial professional who has the tools Monitor your results. As you pursue your goals in terms of their impor- and technology to create hypotheti- your goals, whether must have or tance to your life and then follow ap- cal illustrations and scenarios. nice to have, you’ll want to check propriate strategies to achieve them. Follow an appropriate strategy. e your results regularly. If you think By doing so, you may end up getting nature of your goals and their esti- you’re not making enough progress pretty close to covering each of your mated cost will drive your invest- toward your desired goal, you may objectives, in one way or another. ment strategy. So, for example, using need to make adjustments. But don’t When prioritizing your the must-have goal mentioned above overreact to short-term swings in the goals, consider following this financial markets or in the process: value of your portfolio, or Identify goals as “must have” take on an inappropriate or “nice to have.” Making sure amount of risk. When trying you don’t outlive your re- to reach your goals, you can sources is a must-have goal, so alter your path, but it’s usu- you need to be as certain as ally not a good idea to change possible of achieving it. On directions altogether. the other hand, a nice-to-have e decisions involved in goal might be something like identifying, prioritizing and buying a vacation home. If achieving your goals can be you don’t attain the money somewhat involved. But by needed for this goal, you do following a well-designed have room to compromise, perhaps – the need to avoid outliving your process, you can help yourself get to by scaling down to a smaller home in money – you’ll want to balance your where you want to go. a different area or just renting a place growth objectives with your comfort for a few weeks a year. Having this with risk, as well as maintain an ap- is column, written and published flexibility can provide a psychological propriate withdrawal strategy when by Edward Jones, Member Canadian Across 2 Chinese dynasty benefit, too. Since this goal doesn’t you’re retired. However, for a nice- Investor Protection Fund, presents gen- 1 Mice catchers 3 Bulgarian cash have an either-or outcome, you won’t to-have goal, such as your vacation eral information only. Insurance and 5 "Yay, team!" 4 Arctic transport have to feel that you failed if you home, perhaps you don’t need the annuities are offered by Edward Jones 8 Queen of the Olympian gods 5 Military training org., for short don’t get the big vacation home – in- same urgency – consequently, with Insurance Agency (except in Quebec). 12 James Brown's "I ___ Good" 6 Healthy berry stead, you can still enjoy the results part of your portfolio, you might be For more information, please contact 13 Andes plant 7 Army rations of your investment efforts, even at a able to take more risk in hopes of Tammy E. Scuralli, Financial Advisor 14 A bad sign 8 Sweatshirt with a cap more modest scale. greater returns. And if you fall short, at Edward Jones, at 905-852-1244. 15 Highest level of a hotel 9 Grounded bird 17 Sack 10 Matter, in the law 18 Determined 11 Red army member 20 Edict of a Russian tsar 16 Scope out 23 Subarctic evergreen forests 19 Chows down 26 Kind of cross 20 Southwest native 27 Moon holes 21 Destiny 29 Go off track 22 Gold 30 Gets into harmony with 24 Having the taste of a certain 31 In other words fruit 33 Ousted Egyptian ruler 25 Set, as a price 35 Sunday seat 27 Alphabet derived from Greek, 36 Italian violin maker used for Slavic languages 37 Mozart contemporary 28 Genetic letters 39 Swedish astronomer who de- 30 Fill vised centigrade thermometer 32 Barley beard 42 Mexican currency 34 Streaky rashers 45 Venture involves great risk, 37 Embrace promises great rewards 38 Plus 49 Distinctive style 40 Going alone 50 Type 41 Very dark 51 International money 42 Legume 52 Rock band equipment 43 Freddy Krueger's street 53 Not forthright 44 Tree juice 54 Minor 46 Tint of color 47 Profitable rock Down 48 A heap 1 Not where it should be CONGRATULATIONS TO THE UXBRIDGE & AREA NETWORK MAGAZINE FOR CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF PUBLICATION!
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The Uxbridge Cosmos 11 Thursday, September 9, 2021 Community Care Durham looking for volunteers The Nature Nut by Lisha Van Nieuwenhove involved. McMillan said that volunteerism at available, allowing volunteers to uti- lize their skillsets and various talents column by Nancy Melcher Are you recently retired? Are you CCD is unique, with many volunteer from the comforts of home. looking to keep busy and stay active? opportunities and flexibility to match “Our virtual projects promote men- Roadside colour Have some spare time to give? If you answered ‘yes” to any of these ques- a volunteer’s schedule. Campaign promotional material tal health, provide education/online activities, and offer companionship,” tions, you may be reading just the promises that volunteers will have the said McMillan. Goldenrod are a familiar late e seeds are a food source right article! opportunity to “meet new people, Volunteers can also assist with the summer flowers, their brilliant for songbirds. e clumps of Community Care Durham (CCD) share knowledge, develop new skills, Adult Day Program, Luncheon Out launched its ‘Share Your Time with and make a positive impact in your activities, Lunch and Learn and yellow crowns fuelling bees seeds have tufts of tawny Us’ recruitment campaign at the be- community.” workshop sessions, friendly visiting, and butterflies. However, there coloured hairs that help with ginning of this month. CCD says that it needs volunteer telephone reassurance, the Foot Care are other na- dispersal, car- “Community Care Durham prides drivers to help support the Meals on Clinic, Community Food Box, tive plants rying the itself in being the agency of choice Wheels and Transportation services. COPE Mental Health Program, with that help to seeds a dis- for volunteering. Now it’s your time Meals on Wheels volunteers deliver office support and dining assistance. to ‘Share Your Time with Us’ and nutritious hot or frozen meals Mon- ose who participate in the ‘Share sustain polli- tance on the enjoy the rewarding experience of day to Friday to clients’ homes. Driv- Your Time with Us’ campaign and be nators too. wind. ese giving back to the community,” said ers pick up the meals around 11 a.m. eligible to win prizes. CCD will enter Sporting native plants CCD communications specialist Ian Deliveries take about one and a half each new volunteer brought on complimen- are a great ad- McMillan in a special release. hours to complete. board during the campaign into a tary colours, dition to a “Volunteers are the heart and soul Other roles include packing the draw to win a $100 gift card. All re- of the organization and play a crucial meals and sanitizing Meals on cruits will also receive a swag bag, in- New Eng- sunny or role in keeping CCD clients living Wheels bags. For Transportation, cluding CCD goodies and local land asters partly shaded independently with quality of life in volunteers use their own vehicles to treats as a thank you. (or Michael- garden. their homes and their community,” pick up clients at their homes and To ‘Share Your Time with Us’ and mas daisies) added McMillan. drive them to medical appointments, get involved, please contact CCD also provide Nancy Melcher is e new campaign, which is look- grocery shopping and other activities. volunteer coordinators at 905-668- e Nature Nut. ing for volunteers from across Volunteers are reimbursed for 6318 or 905-668-1653, send an nectar and pollen to feed The purple ray florets of New England your sightings or Send details of Durham Region, will run for three mileage by the client, and most drive email to volunteer@communitycare- all manner of Asters contrast beautifully with inner questions about months, continuing until November requests are within Durham Region. durham.on.ca, or visit www.commu- 30. CCD says that its focus will be to ere are also virtual opportunities nitycaredurham.on.ca beneficial in- yellow disc florets. the natural “inspire and reach out to people aged sects. ey world to: gen- 55 plus to join our team of volun- Photo by Nancy Melcher eral@melcher.cx teers,” but people of all ages are in- come in a va- vited to share their time and get BARTON, Margaret riety of hues: deep purples, pinks, and lavenders. 1918 - 2021 ese hardy roadside plants may grow over a meter in Hansen, Lynda Margaret passed away peacefully height, with several strong Elizabeth (Cleland) in her sleep on Thursday, stems rising from the roots. September 2, 2021, at the grand e flowers are daisy-like com- It is with great sadness that the family of age of 103. Loving wife to the late posites, made up of two types Lynda Elizabeth Hansen (Cleland) Bruce Barton and loving mother to of florets. e outer ray florets announces her peaceful passing in her home Douglas (Dianne) and James on Sept. 3, 2021, in her 78th year. (Sandra). Cherished grandmother of have long thin petals, giving Loving wife of Don Hansen (predeceased). Sarah (James), Ian (Meghan), Geoffrey the flower its customary purple (Kim), Thomas (Jessica), Stephanie, Kevin (Jamie-Lyn) and Lynda will be dearly missed by her children colour, while the inner yellow Wendy (Marcus). She will be dearly missed by her sister, June Grant (Carrie), Brett (Laura), Mark (Patty), disc florets are the pollen and Kerry (Derek). She will be fondly Squires (Ken), her 11 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nectar sources. ere can be up remembered by her grandchildren Sarah, nephews. Predeceased by her sister Doreen. to 100 of each floret in every Christopher (Lena), Andrew (Ashley) and Felicity. Forever remembered flower head. by her sister Beverley Iding (Norm) and her long-time special friends Visitation will be held at the Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Marg, Joan, Marilyn, Dave and her loyal fur companion Boots. Main Street South, Uxbridge (905-852-3073) on Saturday, Lynda lived many years with cancer but she never looked at it as a September 11, 2021, from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. A private family “battle” to be won or lost. She simply accepted that it was a nuisance service will be held. Margaret will be laid to rest she had to deal with as she carried on living. Lynda continued her love at the Foster Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of for travel and saw many places around the world and enjoyed several flowers, please consider a donation to trips to Disney. She said Hawaii was by far one of the most beautiful Trinity United Church or the places on Earth, but there was no place she loved to be more than at the Uxbridge Hospital. For online home she and Don built together in Uxbridge over 50 years ago, where condolences, please visit they raised their children. As the cancer eventually stopped her from www.lowandlow.ca being able to travel, she never allowed it to take away her joy. She found great joy in spending time with her family and friends and always made sure she didn’t take life too seriously. She said having a good sense of humour was her best medicine. A special thank you to her nurse, Tina, and to Dr. Wilson for all their compassionate care. A celebration of life to be arranged at a later date. To place a death Arrangements have been entrusted to the Low & Low Funeral Home, 23 Main Street South, Box or in memoriam 388, Uxbridge L9P 1M8 (905-852-3073). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made notice to The Terry Fox Foundation. Online Visit: thecosmos.ca condolences can be made at Call 905-852-1900 www.lowandlow.ca Email: lvann@thecosmos.ca
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