705-457-1009     Tickets are now available on the All Canadian Trip Draw taking you through the Maritimes – explore New Brunswick – Nova Scotia – Prince Edward Island. You will also spend a few days in Quebec if you take the 15 day option.

The next Triple Bingo is on Tuesday July 7th.

   

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HKPR Community Alert-ncrease in Pertussis Cases in the Community 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION                                                                                                                                                                Issued: Monday June 10th, 2024.

 

NOTICE: Increase in Pertussis Cases in the Community

 

The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPR District Health Unit) has been notified of increased pertussis (whooping cough) activity within the school community. Parents and caregivers should be vigilant, as it is possible that children may have been exposed to this highly contagious bacterial respiratory infection.

 
Symptoms and Risks:

Pertussis initially presents with symptoms similar to a common cold, such as a runny nose and mild fever. Within a few days, severe coughing begins, often accompanied by a distinctive “whoop” sound before the next breath. The coughing can be intense, sometimes leading to vomiting or difficulty breathing. These severe symptoms typically last for 2 to 3 weeks but can persist for up to 1 to 2 months.

High-Risk Groups:

Infants under the age of 1 and pregnant individuals in their third trimester are at the greatest risk for severe illness. If exposed or symptomatic, they should contact their healthcare provider immediately for further assessment.

Preventative Measures:

Immunization remains the most effective defense against pertussis. The HKPR District Health Unit urges parents to ensure their children’s vaccinations are up to date. Adults should also review their immunization status, as booster doses may be necessary. Those without a healthcare provider should contact the Health Unit for assistance.

Action Steps for Parents and Caregivers:

  • Monitor your child for symptoms of pertussis. If symptoms appear, seek medical attention promptly and bring this notification with you.
  • Ensure your family’s immunizations are current by contacting your healthcare provider or the Health Unit.
  • Review and update your own immunization records to determine if a booster is needed.

Additional Information and Resources

For additional questions or concerns regarding pertussis, please reach out to your healthcare provider or the HKPR District Health Unit at 1-866-888-4577 ext. 1507.

For more detailed information about pertussis, please visit:

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The CRTC is taking a major step forward in the implementation of the Online Streaming Act (formerly Bill C-11)

The CRTC is taking a major step forward in the implementation of the Online Streaming Act (formerly Bill C-11).

The Online Streaming Act, which amended the Broadcasting Act, requires the CRTC to modernize the Canadian broadcasting framework and ensure that online streaming services make meaningful contributions to Canadian and Indigenous content.

Immediately after the new legislation was adopted, the CRTC published a regulatory plan and launched four public consultations, including one on what base contributions online services must make to support the Canadian broadcasting system.

During this consultation on contributions, the CRTC received more than 360 detailed submissions and held a three-week public hearing where it heard from over 120 groups. Based on the public record, the CRTC is requiring online streaming services to contribute 5% of their Canadian revenues to support the Canadian broadcasting system. These obligations will start in the 2024-2025 broadcast year and will provide an estimated $200 million per year in new funding.

The funding will be directed to areas of immediate need in the Canadian broadcasting system, such as local news on radio and television, French-language content, Indigenous content, and content created by and for equity-deserving communities, official language minority communities, and Canadians of diverse backgrounds.

Online streaming services will have some flexibility to direct parts of their contributions to support Canadian television content directly.

As a quasi-judicial tribunal, the CRTC will continue to balance consulting widely with moving quickly to build the new regulatory framework.

“Today’s decision will help ensure that online streaming services make meaningful contributions to Canadian and Indigenous content. The CRTC will continue to move quickly, listen carefully, and take action as we implement the new legislation.” – Vicky Eatrides, Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer, CRTC

Minden Hills, Notice of Public Meetings Concerning Zoning By-Law Amendments on June 27

Township of Minden Hills News 6/6/2024 3:58:01 PM

Notice of Public Meetings Concerning Zoning By-law Amendments June 27, 2024

 

Take Notice that the Township of Minden Hills has received four (4) complete applications to amend the Township’s Zoning By-law. The Township of Minden Hills will be holding a Public Meeting, as required under the Planning Act, and as follows:

 Date:  Thursday, June 27, 2024
Time:  9:00 AM
Location: Hybrid Meeting (In-person and Electronic via Zoom)

The purpose of the Public Meeting will be to consider Zoning By-law Amendment Applications PLZBA2024018, PLZBA2024019, PLZBA2024020 and PLZBA2024032, pursuant to Section 34 of the Planning Act as shown below:

  • PLZBA2024018 (Daniel): The subject property located in Part of Lot 3 & 4, Concession 5, Geographic Township of Minden, being a lot at Bonis Lane and 2409 Scotch Line, and having roll number 4616-031-000-02700 (see Key Map) is currently zoned ‘Rural Exception Fourteen (RU-14)’ and is located primarily within the Rural and Waterfront designation of the Township’s Official Plan. The zoning by-law amendment is submitted to fulfill a condition of consent application H-011-23, which would sever a portion of the subject property for the purpose of lot addition. The proposed amendment would serve to rezone the lands intended for lot addition to a site-specific ‘Open Space Exception (OS-E)’ Zone to permit a frontage of 0 metres, maintain the natural state of vegetation, prohibit all residential uses, and be subject to all other provisions of the ‘Open Space (OS)’ Zone.
  • PLZBA2024019 (Colpitts): The subject property located in Part of Lot 7, Concession 12, Geographic Township of Lutterworth, and municipally known as 1011 KC Dam Road (see Key Map) is currently zoned ‘Rural Residential (RR)’ and is located within the Rural designation of the Township’s Official Plan. The zoning by-law amendment is submitted to fulfill a condition of consent application H-025-22, which would serve to sever a portion of the subject property for the purpose of lot addition to 1005 KC Dam Road. The proposed amendment would serve to rezone the severed lands from ‘Rural Residential (RR)’ to the ‘Rural (RU)’ Zone. A related Zoning By-law Amendment file, PLZBA2024020 (Everson) for consent application H-024-22, is submitted concurrently for the adjacent property located at 1005 KC Dam Road.
  • PLZBA2024020 (Everson): The subject property located in Part of Lot 7, Concession 12, Geographic Township of Lutterworth, and municipally known as 1005 KC Dam Road (see Key Map) is currently zoned ‘Rural (RU)’ and ‘Hazard Land (HZ)’ and is located within the Rural designation of the Township’s Official Plan. The zoning by-law amendment is submitted to fulfill a condition of consent application H-024-22, which would serve to sever a portion of the subject property for the purpose of lot addition to 1011 KC Dam Road. The proposed amendment would serve to rezone the severed lands from ‘Rural (RU)’ to the ‘Rural Residential (RR)’ Zone. A related Zoning By-law Amendment file, PLZBA2024019 (Colpitts) for consent application H-025-22, is submitted concurrently for the adjacent property located at 1011 KC Dam Road.
  • PLZBA2024032 (Jackson/Turney): The subject property located in Part Lot 11, Concession 3, Geographic Township of Anson, municipally known as 1419 Claude Brown Road (see Key Map) is currently zoned ‘Shoreline Residential (SR)’ and is located within the Waterfront designation of the Township’s Official Plan. The proposed amendment would serve to rezone the island property from ‘Shoreline Residential (SR)’ Zone to a site-specific ‘Shoreline Residential Exception (SR-E)’ Zone to permit the reconstruction of an existing non-complying dwelling located within 23 metres of the highwater mark of Bob Lake together with permitting a parking space in the front yard as provided by an expanded waterfront landing.

The Public Meeting is an opportunity for Council to hear and consider comments related to the proposed amendment. Any member of the public may speak in favour, or opposition to, the proposed amendment(s) during the Public Meeting.

Written Submissions either in support of or opposition to the application must be received prior to the Public Meeting and can be submitted to Amanda Dougherty, Manager of Planning. 

To Watch: Members of the public wishing to watch the meeting in person can do so by attending the Township Council Chambers, located at 7 Milne Street, Minden. Members of the Public wishing to watch the meeting virtually can do so by joining the Meeting Live Stream Link on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@townshipofmindenhills4716

To Participate in Person: Members of the public wishing to participate and make comment/speak at the Public Meeting must: pre-register by emailing Clerk's Department by Wednesday June 26, 2024 before 4:00 PM or by registering the morning of the meeting before 8:30 AM in the Council Chambers.

To Participate via Zoom on the Web or by Telephone please email Clerk's Department by Wednesday, June 26,2024 before 4:00 PM to obtain login information.

If attending virtually, please log-on 30 minutes before the meeting. Once registered, participants will automatically be placed into a holding room and brought into the meeting as permitted by the Chair.

Please note we encourage those wishing to view the meeting to also download the agenda, as it will not be displayed during the streaming process. Meeting agendas can be downloaded by visiting the Township website at: https://www.mindenhills.ca/council/

Please further note the live-stream link provided for each meeting will only be activated while Council is in session.

Additional Information regarding the proposed amendments are available to the public for inspection at the Municipal Office located at 7 Milne Street, Minden by appointment. For more information about this matter, including information about preserving your appeal rights, contact the undersigned.

If you wish to be notified of the decision of the Township of Minden Hills in respect to the proposed zoning by-law amendment, you must submit a written request to the undersigned.

Any person may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Corporation of the Township of Minden Hills before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Corporation of the Township of Minden Hills to the Ontario Land Tribunal.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Minden Hills before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so.

Accessibility: The Township of Minden Hills is committed to providing services as set out in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. If you have accessibility needs and require alternative formats or other accommodations, please contact the undersigned.

Privacy Disclosure: As one of the purposes of the Planning Act is to provide for planning processes that are open and accessible, all written submissions, documents, correspondence, e-mails or other communications (including your name and address) form part of the public record and may be disclosed/made available by the Township as deemed appropriate, including anyone requesting such information. Please note that by submitting any of this information, you are providing the Township with your consent to use and disclose this information as part of the planning process.

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705-286-1260 ext. 506
7 Milne Street, P.O. Box 359
Minden, ON K0M 2K0

 

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Canoe FM Chair person, Lori Watson has Kawartha Lakes Second Stage Housing named after her. (Lori has been the Executive Director of Women’s Resources for 29 years.

Women’s Resources of Kawartha Lakes opens new

Second Stage Housing Facility

The Board of Directors of Women’s Resources of Kawartha Lakes are excited to announce the
opening of their Second Stage Housing facility on Logie Street in Lindsay. The facility was officially
named “Lori’s Place” in honour of Lori Watson, Executive Director of Women’s Resources for 29
years, helping the agency grow and build, adapting to the ever-changing needs of women fleeing
abuse. An Open House by invitation took place May 30 th with tours offered to the many
stakeholders including donors, local dignitaries, skilled tradespeople, staff, volunteers and others
with a vested interest in this project.
With an initial commitment of $1.4 million from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
(CMHC) and a $150,000 grant awarded in 2022 by the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium
Foundation (OTF)***(more info below), it was determined that a Capital Campaign would be
required to raise the balance of funds ensuring the amount of $2.6 million needed to complete the
build would be realized. Through community donations and investment income, the Board is
confident that the project will be finished and ready for occupancy by July 2024. A heartfelt THANK
YOU to all the generous donors. Without your help, this would not be possible.
“Our government is pleased to support incredible organizations like Women’s Resources of
Kawartha Lakes through the Ontario Trillium Foundation,” said Laurie Scott, MPP for Haliburton-
Kawartha Lakes-Brock. “These new improvements will help even more women and children
escaping violent situations access vital services and a safe, warm, and welcoming environment”.
The new building includes six rent-geared-to-income units for women and their children to stay for
up to two years and is not just an apartment, it is a program. Residents will receive counselling,
education and social skills training along with a safe, secure location to live. The facility is close to
public transportation, schools, churches, grocery stores and legal services. It will be a wonderful
home and program for women who are rebuilding their lives after fleeing abuse.
Women who leave interpersonal violence are often thrown into a life of poverty with no immediate
source of income or employment skills as they have been isolated from the workforce, forcing them
to go on social assistance to survive. Living daily with fear and the trauma of being abused, their
self-esteem has been eroded for years. For them to heal, a safe, warm and welcoming
environment is needed. This is what we offered before and are offering again, only better. These
‘new homes’ are safe, clean and well equipped, helping women understand they are worthy of
having a nice home and deserve to raise their children in an environment free from terror, fear and
violence.

22 Russell St. East, Lindsay, ON K9V 2A1 | 705-878-4285 | www.womensresources.ca
There is no doubt that opening this new facility is an important step to healing by learning to live
lives without the brutality and chaos many women and their children have left behind. Going
forward, a tremendous amount of community support will still be needed as donations and other
fundraising opportunities from the community will be counted on to assist with maintenance and
upkeep.
Women’s Resources is proud to unveil this wonderful facility that will provide many, many years of
safety and security for women. It has been a collaborative team effort to finally get to this day. The
naming of this facility will be announced at the opening ceremonies.
***The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Ontario government with a mission to
build healthy and vibrant communities across the province. Last year, OTF invested more than
$110M into 1,044 community projects and multi-sector partnerships. Projects aim to enhance
economic well-being, foster more active lifestyles, support child and youth development, provide
spaces for people to come together and connect, and create a more sustainable environment. Visit
otf.ca to learn more.

For Media Enquiries, please contact:
Women’s Resources:
Lori Watson, Executive Director
lwatson@womensresources.ca
705-878-4285 Ext 217 (Please leave a message, your call will be returned)

Public Hearings on Protecting and Improving Local Hospitals: community members invited to give input.

[Cross-Ontario-Media] Starting This Saturday: Public Hearings on Protecting & Improving Local Hospitals ft. health professionals, community leaders & provincial politicians

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Ontario Health Coalition via Cross-Ontario-Media cross-ontario-media@list.web.net

Attachments3:18 PM (11 minutes ago)
to Cross-Ontario, Queens-Park

Printable version is attached. Please note the updated address for Welland.

MEDIA ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 6, 2024

Public Hearings on Protecting and Improving Local Hospitals: Community members invited to give input

TORONTO — In response to more than 1,200 closures of emergency departments and other local hospital services over the last year, the Ontario Health Coalition (OHC) is holding public hearings across Ontario to develop recommendations for the future of our local hospitals, including small, rural and northern community hospitals. Mid size or larger local hospitals will be included where they are at risk of closure.

The hearings are an opportunity for patients and community residents, service agencies, patient advocacy groups, concerned citizens, municipal leaders, health care professionals and others to provide their thoughts.

The results of the hearings will be collected in a report with recommendations on how to protect and improve, especially small and rural, local hospitals.

Hearings will be open to all Ontario residents. They will be held with both online (Zoom) and in-person options so everyone can attend and participate. People may submit written or spoken statements on their experiences and concerns to an expert, non-partisan panel.

The deadline to register to make a verbal presentation at their local hearing is Friday, June 7 at 5 p.m. Presenters will be able to speak for a maximum of seven minutes. The deadline for written submissions is Thursday, June 20 at 5 p.m.

“These hearings are a chance for people in rural and northern Ontario to share their experiences and to safeguard and improve our local hospitals, especially those at risk of closures,” said Brenda Scott, chair of the Coalition's small, rural & local hospital committee. “We want to hear what has been cut, what if anything has improved, and what is needed to improve equity, save our hospitals and improve health care for rural Ontario.”

“Decisions about our local hospitals have been removed from the local communities that have funded and relied upon them for generations,” added Natalie Mehra, executive director of the OHC. “Residents in these areas deserve the opportunity to share their concerns and influence decisions that will impact them.”

The expert panel includes:

  • Natalie Mehra, executive director of the Ontario Health Coalition
  • Brenda Scott, Chair of Small and Rural Hospital Committee with Ontario Health Coalition and Co-chair of Grey Bruce Health Coalition
  • France Gélinas, NDP Health Critic and MPP for Nickel Belt (Ontario New Democratic Party)
  • Adil Shamji, Liberal Health Critic and MPP for Don Valley East (Ontario Liberal Party)
  • Mike Schreiner, Leader of the Green Party of Ontario and MPP for Guelph (Green Party of Ontario)
  • Graham Webb, Lawyer and Executive Director of the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly
  • Additional doctors, nurses, health care worker leaders, and health professionals.

Here is the list of hearings. Everyone is welcome to attend. To make a verbal presentation and give your input at the hearings, you must register here: https://bit.ly/ohc-june2024.

Saturday, June 8
9:30-11:30 a.m.		 Welland and Niagara *Corrected address

Welland Civic Square, Community Room, 60 East Main St. Welland

Or join by Zoom at
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81560972577
Saturday, June 8
3-4:30 p.m.		 St. Marys, Clinton, Seaforth, Stratford and Region Royal Canadian Legion Branch 236,
66 Church St N, St. MarysOr join by Zoom at
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87422681443
Tuesday, June 11
9-11 a.m.		 Bracebridge and Muskokas Royal Canadian Legion Branch 161,
168 Muskoka Rd. BracebridgeOr join by Zoom at
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81174304511
Tuesday, June 11
1:30-3:30 p.m.		 Barrie & Simcoe County Barrie Public Library, Angus Ross Room, 60 Worsley St. Barrie

Or join by Zoom at
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82235156274
Wednesday, June 12
10-11:30 a.m.		 Mindemoya, Espanola & Manitoulin Island J H Burt Memorial Arena, Mindemoya War Memorial Hall, 6032 Hwy 542, Mindemoya

Or join by Zoom at

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84718985062
Wednesday, June 12
3-4:30 p.m.		 Blind River, Algoma & the North Shore of Lake Huron Royal Canadian Legion Branch 189,
27 Hawkins St. Blind RiverOr join by Zoom at

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86282218917
Thursday June 13
12-2 p.m.		 Almonte, Arnprior, Mississipi Mills, Renfrew County & Region Almonte Civitan Club, 500 Almonte St. Almonte

Or join by Zoom at

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84185435564
Thursday June 13
3:45-5:15 p.m.		 Perth, Smiths Falls and Region Perth & District Union Public Library, Frizell Room, 30 Herriott St. Perth

Or join by Zoom at

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81617014084
Friday, June 14
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.		 Campbellford, Northumberland Hills, Peterborough and Region Royal Canadian Legion Branch 103, Vimy Room, 34 Bridge St W. Campbellford

Or join by Zoom at

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82099783566
Friday, June 14
4-6 p.m.		 Haliburton, Minden and Region Royal Canadian Legion Branch 129,
719 Mountain St. HaliburtonOr join by Zoom at

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82620928242
Monday, June 17
12:30-2 p.m.		 Thunder Bay & the Northwest Thunder Bay Public Library: Mary J.L. Black Branch Community Program Room, 901 Edward St S. Thunder Bay

Or join by Zoom at

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83145033983
Tuesday, June 18
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.		 Chesley, Walkerton, Hanover, Durham and Region Chesley Community Centre Community Hall, 129 4th Ave SE. Chesley

Or join by Zoom at

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84939615045
Tuesday, June 18
2-3 p.m.		 Wingham & Area North Huron Wescast Community Complex, Hot Stove Lounge Meeting Room, 99 Kerr Dr. Wingham

Or join by Zoom at

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84441433028
Tuesday, June 18
4:30-5:30 p.m.		 Mount Forest, Palmerston, Listowel, Durham and Region Royal Canadian Legion Branch 134,
140 King St W. Mount ForestOr join by Zoom at

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82526483075

About the Ontario Health Coalition

Ontario Health Coalition (OHC) is a non-profit, non-partisan public interest activist coalition and network. OHC works to protect and improve our public health care system by honouring and strengthening the principles of the Canada Health Act. OHC represents more than 500 member organizations and a network of Local Health Coalitions and individual members including: seniors’ groups; patients’ organizations; unions; nurses and health professionals’ organizations; physicians and physician organizations that support the public health system; non-profit community agencies; student groups; ethnic and cultural organizations; residents’ and family councils; retirees; poverty and equality-seeking groups, and women’s organizations. For more information, visit www.ontariohealthcoalition.ca.

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We are proud of the difference we make and we hope you are too. This work is only made possible by people who care like you. Please do become a member or donate. It matters!

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Kosy Korner Changing Hands

Ann and Allan Gordon have sold the Kosy to Brendon Clarke, who owns 3 restaurants in Bancroft.  Brendon  will be taking the Kozy over on June 11. All the waitresses and kitchen staff have been offered employment in the new restaurant. Brendon plans to continue the Kosy tradition (next year will be the Kosy's 90th birthday).

Sunday will be the Gordon's last day and the restaurant will be closed Monday for Inventory.

Brendon Clarke is the owner of three restaurants in Bancroft.