Nature preserve neighbour concerned about communication
Editor: The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) has a logging project planned at the Creemore Nature Preserve, located on Concession 6 South, also fondly referred to as the Mingay Tract. The logging is slated to begin sometime this month. Numerous local residents are concerned that information about this project is not being shared, and it […]
Do the little things
Editor: Many of us are concerned about global warming and about saving our natural environment from decline. It seems like an overwhelming job, little that me or you, as an individual, can do. I recently came upon a quote [by Edmund Burke] that is encouraging. “Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing […]
Gathering, an antidote to heartbreak
Editor: How do you respond to news that leaves you horrified and speechless? If you’re Sona Vancour, you share your heartbreak with your community and invite them out to the Village Green to drum with you. Last week, the results of the U.S. election left her deeply impacted, and feeling like the feminine was at […]
Climate team hosts green pilot project info session
The Collingwood Climate Action Team (CCAT) is inviting local businesses and organizations to an exclusive in-person information session on the innovative Green Economy Hub Pilot project for the South Georgian Bay region. “Sustainability is proving to be a strategic advantage for organizations across Canada, and Green Economy Hubs are central to this shift. In partnership […]
New Indigenous water operators ready to make a splash
When Janelle Snache first heard about the Drinking Water Internship being offered by Water First Education and Training Inc. right in her home community of Rama First Nation, she knew she couldn’t pass it up. Returning home after nine years away, Snache was looking to embark on a path that married her love of environmental […]
Yonnhe’ón:we 2024 wraps with theatre, song and film
The Yonnhe’ón:we storytelling series returns for its final show of 2024, inviting the community to dive deep into the richness of and power of Indigenous storytelling. Attendees at Yonnhe’ón:we will enjoy an inspiring line-up featuring a short play, a musical performance, and a documentary, each celebrating Indigenous storytelling and talent. “Our November 2024 event will […]
Care Gala raises $500,000 for Hospice Georgian Triangle
Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation’s Care Gala has raised more than $500,000 in support of hospice palliative care in the South Georgian Bay region, a record- breaking amount. The gala, held last Saturday at Blue Mountain Resort celebrated the 10th anniversary of Campbell House, the region’s first dedicated hospice palliative care facility. This marked an incredible […]
Autumn Remembrances
In Creemore, the maples burn in hues Of red, yellow, orange – Like old friends waving from the north end of Mill Street. Fields lie quiet, grain sown deep, Waiting patiently for the Spring rains’ soft kiss. And there, on the corner by the Sovereign Hotel, The chestnut tree still stands in my heart A […]
Readers may have family connection to cemetery
Editor: Years ago, my maternal grandmother told me we were related to the Campbell and Blair families around Duntroon. As most properly realize, we think we have all kinds of time to ask questions of our older relatives, then one day it’s too late. I was lucky. The late John Montgomery once told me we […]
Not too early to plan for Christmas giving
Editor: The Christmas season is fast approaching at the Clearview Stayner Food Bank. There are 85 families registered, which includes 107 children. Parents are struggling to afford the high cost of day-to-day living and many can’t imagine how they will make a Christmas for their kids. So this year the food bank will be purchasing […]