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Mulgrave residents fight for school

Alternatives raised at meeting MULGRAVE – Residents of Mulgrave aren’t going to let their school go without a fight. The School Options Committee looking at the future of the SAERC feeder system held its

schools, Mulgrave Memorial Education Centre and Tamarac Education Centre, whose students attend SAERC for grades 9 to 12. According to a SRSB document on the re-

“The big thing is the school is the heart of the community.” – Mayor Lorne MacDonald

AFTER THE STORM: A beautiful view of Larry’s River Road crossing the Salmon River at West Cooks Cove last Thursday. Snow plows were still cleaning up from Wednesday’s storm that had closed schools and businesses. Lost Shores Gallery

NHL trophies to be on display in Mulgrave for hockey tournament This year at the 6th Annual Luke MacDonald Memorial Pond Hockey Tournament there will be some extra excitement: on display at the Morrison Lake (Mulgrave) location will be six NHL trophies, including: Hart Memorial Trophy, James Norris Trophy, Art Ross

Trophy, Lady Byng Memorial Trophy, Jack Adams Trophy and the King Clancy Memorial Trophy. On November 5, 2010 Luke MacDonald, 16-year-old son of Bobby and Angela MacDonald, passed away from injuries sustained in a dirt biking accident that

occurred on October 3, 2010 in Mulgrave. Luke was an avid sports enthusiast, but his passion was playing hockey, baseball, snowmobiling in the winter and fly-fishing and dirt biking in the summer. This is the sixth annual Pond Hockey

second of three public meetings Monday night at Mulgrave Memorial Education Centre, with close to 100 residents in attendance. The SAERC feeder system includes two grade Primary to 8

view, the objective is to address “the issue of excess space and reorganize the system to optimize the use of school facilities.” The Continued on page 3

Tournament/Dance fundraiser in Luke’s memory. Monies raised are used for school bursaries in Luke’s name. Over the course of the past five years, 88 graduating students have been provided with a one-time bursary of $500, totalling $44,000 to date.

Update on Terre Sel school in Haiti It has been more than nine months since Susan O’Handley and a group of RCMP Employees made the trip to Haiti. However, for Susan and the other travellers, Haiti and especially the children and families at Terre Sel, on La Gonave Island, are not far from their thoughts. Haiti is the poorest

country in the Western Hemisphere and Terre Sel is one of the most isolated villages in the country. La Gonave Island itself has been called the “forgotten Haiti” and Terre Sel is a couple of hours up into the mountain; the isolation is difficult to imagine. This Vision Group’s

main purpose in traveling to Terre Sel in April 2015 was to complete the building of a school in the community. The group of eleven Canadian volunteers were successful in raising enough money to finish the school. This is a huge accomplishment, of which the villagers were forever grateful.

The Leader of the Vision Group, Robin Churchill, recently retired from the RCMP and he and his family have moved to La Gonave Island. Robin is doing mission work with “West Indies Self Help WISH” and stays in touch with Susan and others in Continued on page 8

Six-year-old Lola Sangster, a member of the Canso Bluefins team IP division, was chosen as the 7th player for the X-Women hockey team on Sunday, January 17 through a contest held by the Antigonish radio station 98.9 XFM. The home game, played against University de Moncton, was perhaps the first of many big moments on ice for the Whitehead native. Sangster not only participated in the team warm up, she also was part of the team entrance and stood with the starting line up, proudly holding the StFX flag while they sang O’ Canada. Contributed

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Community Calendar FRIDAY JANUARY 22 and 29 ••Story Time for children age 1 to 4 at the Cyril Ward Memorial Library from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Hear a story, make a craft and play with friends. Please join us. SATURDAY JANUARY 23 ••Benefit Bingo and Bake Sale at the Port Felix Parish Hall – bake sale begins at 1 p.m. with bingo to follow at 2.p.m. In aid of Ben King and Shelby Boudreau due to a house fire. Your support is greatly appreciated. SUNDAY JANUARY 24

at Kirk in Glenelg. For information on Sunday School, Youth Group or Bible Study, call 902833-2920. SUNDAYS ••Hot Breakfast, served the last Sunday of every month at the Auld’s Cove Fire Hall from 8 a.m. till noon. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children under 12. ••Baptist Worship Schedule is 2:30 p.m. at Seal Harbour the first and third Sunday of the month, 2:30 p.m. at Goldboro the second and fourth Sunday of the month and 7 p.m. at New Harbour. ••Services for St. James the Martyr Church in Halfway Cove, 11 a.m.

••Mini-cribbage card plays at the Mulgrave Royal Canadian Legion have been changed from 2 p.m. to 1 p.m. SUNDAY JANUARY 24 and 31 ••Services for St. Mary’s Pastoral Charge, The United Church of Canada are 9:30 a.m. at Kirk in Glenelg, 11 a.m. at Bethany in East River St. Mary’s and 7 p.m. at St. John’s in Sherbrooke. For information on Sunday School, Youth Group or Bible Study, call 902833-2920. SUNDAY FEB. 7, 14, 21, and 28 ••Services for St. Mary’s Pastoral Charge, The United Church of Canada are 9:30 a.m. at Bethany in East River St. Mary’s, 11 a.m. at St. John’s in Sherbrooke and 7 p.m.

••Services for Guysborough Baptist Church, 11 a.m. ••Services for Canso United Baptist Church, 11 a.m. ••Services for Canso Christian Centre, 11 a.m. ••Dog Social from 1 to 3 p.m. We will meet at the Guysborough ball field and go for a walk along the shore road. ••JAM Club – Jesus And Me, our charge’s Sunday School program for children and all ages, held every second Sunday at Kirk Memorial United Church in Glenelg, 2 p.m. St. Mary’s Pastoral Charge, the United Church of Canada. For more information, call 902-8332920. ••Mini-cribbage card plays at the Mulgrave Royal Canadian Legion, 1 p.m. Get our latest mini-cribbage cookie-jar and bonus pot values on Facebook at www. Facebook.com/MulgraveLegion or on Twitter at www.Twitter.com/MulgraveLegion.

••Bingo at Maple Hall in Heatherton, 2:30 p.m. ••Services for the Abundant Life Centre at the Wesley United Church in Guysborough, 3 p.m. ••Services for All Saints Anglican Church, 4 p.m. ••Services for Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Country Harbour Mines are 7 p.m. on the first, third and fifth Sundays of the month, 11 a.m. on the second and fourth Sundays of the month. ••Services for the Church of the Good Shepherd in Tor Bay, 7 p.m. ••Cribbage at the Goshen Community Centre, 7:30 p.m. Bring a partner and join us for a few games. First, second and third prizes will be awarded and tickets will be sold on a 50/50 draw (three tickets for $2). Entry fee is $5 per person. Proceeds go towards the community centre. ••Progressive Card Plays at the Guysborough Legion, 7:30 p.m. Cookie Jars, 50/50, open bar and canteen services available. Until further notice, there will be no Chase the Ace.

information, call Tom at 902-654-2211. ••League Darts at the Whitehead Community Centre, 7:30 p.m. ••Auction 45s Card Plays at the Country Harbour Community Centre, 8 p.m. Prizes and a 50/50 draw. Hope to see you there. ••Card Plays at the Country Harbour Gun Club, 8 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. TUESDAYS ••Auction 45s Card Plays at the Melrose Seniors’ Club, 1:30 p.m. Prizes and a 50/50 draw. Sponsored by the Melrose Seniors’ Club. ••ECYA’s Chase the Ace fundraiser takes place at AJ’s Pub (237 Main Street, Canso) from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets are five for $5. For more information, call Marie at 902-366-2559 or email [email protected]. ••45s Card Plays every at the Port Felix Parish Hall, 7:30 p.m. Prizes, 50/50 draw and a building jackpot. ••Darts at the Country Harbour Gun Club, 7:30 p.m.

MONDAYS ••Members of the Port Bickerton Community Center meet every third Monday at the center, 7 p.m. Those interested in becoming new members are invited. We also have an exercise room available for use throughout the week (please see a member for the key). ••Chase the Ace at the Whitehead Community Centre from 7 to 8 p.m. ••Sheet Harbour Crib Card Parties at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 58, 7:30 p.m. Entry fee is $6 per person. For more

••Ecum Secum Fire Department Card Parties at the fire hall, 8 p.m. WEDNESDAYS ••Parent / Tot Drop-ins at the Guysborough Kids First Centre, Mulgrave Youth Centre and St. Mary’s Education Centre / Academy from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and at the Canso Lions Hall from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

at the Goshen Community Centre, 1 p.m. ••Alzheimer Café is held the first Wednesday of every month at The People’s Place in the Antigonish Library, 5:30 p.m. The Café offers a comfortable setting for those living with Alzheimer’s disease and / or other dementia – and all those interested in socializing and learning more about dementia. Evenings often include entertainment and education, as well as food and beverages. ••Card Plays at St. Joseph’s Parish Hall in Charlos Cove, 7 p.m. ••45s Card Plays at the Mulgrave Royal Canadian Legion, 7:30 p.m. Get our latest Forty-Five cookie-jar and bonus pot values on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/ MulgraveLegion or on Twitter at www.Twitter. com/MulgraveLegion. ••45s Card Plays at the Hazel Hill Fire Hall, 7:30 p.m. Good prizes. Entry fee is $5 per person. ••Bingo at the Sherbrooke Lions Club, 7:45 p.m. THURSDAYS ••Creative Chaos – Art in the Afternoon at Bethany Center in Antigonish from 2 to 4 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Presented by Teri Brean-Arsenault. For further information or to register, call 902-863-4726 or email [email protected]. ••Chase the Ace at the

Port Bickerton Community Centre – tickets sold from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The bar will be open (ID may requested). Thank you for your continued support. ••Bible Study at the Canso Christian Centre, 7 p.m. ••45s Card Plays at the Canso Lions Club, 7:30 p.m. Cash prizes. Sponsored by the Canso Lions Club. FRIDAYS ••Canso Shamrock Club Music Night takes place the third Friday of every month, 7 p.m. Come and enjoy a relaxed evening of instrumental harmonies and classic songs. For more information, call Coleen at 902-366-2295. ••Friday Night 45s Card Plays at the Trinity United Church Hall in Mulgrave, 7 p.m. Grocery prizes, 25-cents per game, no partner required, 50/50 draw and lunch served. A great evening of old-fashioned fun. ••Chase the Ace at the Havre Boucher Community Centre, 7 p.m. Play continues until the Ace of Spades is drawn. Come and enjoy an evening out with entertainment and friends. ••45s Card Plays at the Whitehead Community Centre, 7:30 p.m. Building Loonie Jar and a 50/50 draw. Entry fee is $6 per person. ••Chase the Ace and Cribbage at the Country Harbour Gun Club, 7:30 p.m.

••Healthy Moms / Healthy Babies Drop-In at the Kids First Centre in Antigonish from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. ••Game and Social Day

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Residents fight for school From page 1 School Options Committee has also be tasked to recommend which school within the SAERC feeder system should be permanently closed. “The big thing is the school is the heart of the community,” Mayor Lorne MacDonald told The Journal Tuesday. He cited Mulgrave’s upcoming amalgamation with the District of Guysborough and growth expected from major industrial projects planned for the municipality. He noted families moving back from Fort McMurray and other places in the West and enrolling their children in the school, as was mentioned at the public meeting. He questions whether this is strictly a financial decision, saying it costs $260,000 to run the school and Mulgrave students are testing very well academically compared to other schools. MacDonald said the meeting raised numerous good alternatives to closure, including suggestions from Mulgrave teacher Kevin O’Neill. He said the planned move

of SRSB offices could be to Mulgrave instead of SAERC, and the Professional Centre currently housed at the Mulgrave school could be moved to SAERC. He also suggested the surplus rooms could be used for adult education and an entrepreneurship centre. Students in attendance voiced their preference to stay in Mulgrave. Residents argue the school is well used throughout the week. According to the board’s school profile for Mulgrave Memorial, the gym is used four evenings per week by Mulgrave Recreation plus three days per week for its after-school programs. Religious education uses four classrooms one evening per week and Guysborough County Kids First uses a classroom for spring and fall programs. MacDonald said the board should postpone making a decision on closure for one year. The committee plans to submit its report and recommendation to the Strait Regional School Board no later than April 3, 2016.

Newsroom workers vote to strike The third public meeting is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, February 16, 2016. Between now and the finalization of its report and recommendation, the committee will be actively refining the preferred scenario as required by the provincial School Review Policy. Voting members of a School Options Committee are two members of the School Advisory Council (SAC) from each school identified as part of the review (the chair and one parent representative), and up to two community / business representatives from the region in which the schools under review are located. The school board is responsible for making the final decision on any school closure. The Mulgrave school, serving seven communities, was built in 1955. A school profile prepared by the board shows enrolment projected to decline from 65 in 2015 to 45 in 2019, with projected space utilization of 23 percent in five years.

HALIFAX – Newsroom employees at The Chronicle Herald voted 98.3 per cent in favour of strike action on Saturday to defend their collective agreement. Fifty-nine of 60 staff represented by Local 30130 of the Halifax Typographical Union voted

in favour of giving a strike mandate to their bargaining team. The union represents 61 reporters, photographers, editors, writers and support staff at the Halifax-based daily. “This vote is a strong condemnation of The Chronicle Herald’s bullying approach to labour rela-

tions,” said local president Ingrid Bulmer. “Their promise to lock us out and their clear attempt to destroy the newsroom union is unacceptable,” she said. The company, in an unusual move in Nova Continued on page 11

Public Meetings

Council Structure and Electoral District Boundaries Review The Municipality of the District of Guysborough and the Town of Mulgrave invite the public to attend a public meeting to ask questions and make comments. RE:

Review of options for Municipal Representation and District Boundaries if Town of Mulgrave is dissolved.

Guysborough: WHEN: Wednesday. January 27, 2016 at 2:00 PM WHERE: Council Chambers, 33 Pleasant St., Guysborough Mulgrave: WHEN: Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 6:30 PM WHERE: Mulgrave Fire Hall, 385 Murray St., Mulgrave PURPOSE:

Stantec Consulting Ltd. has been engaged to review options for Municipal representation and municipal district boundaries if the Town of Mulgrave is dissolved. Stantec will present options and obtain input from interested parties for consideration in a final report to the Utility and Review Board.

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Editorial Shaky economy makes for cloudy days On the evening of the election of his majority government, Justin Trudeau likely knew that, barring unforeseen circumstances, he could reasonably count on two terms as the prime minister of a new party in government. You have to go back about 80 years to the government of R.B. Bennett to find a new government that didn’t get at least a second term of some sort. Pearson, Mulroney and Chretien were all prime ministers of a new party that enjoyed at least two terms, majority or minority. Unfortunately for the Prime Minister and Canadians, since his majority victory in October the underlying economic conditions have deteriorated substantially, which has caused his government to review its strategy if not the goals of his party’s election platform. Oil prices are in free fall, which affects the government coffers both in Alberta and Ottawa. Jobs in the oil patch and downstream industries that were plentiful about a year ago are becoming hard to find. Many Atlantic Canadians were making good money and sending it home to family. While for most, not the preferred way to make a living, jobs in the oil patch helped families back home meet their household needs. Now folks are scrambling to make up for the lost income. To be clear, Liberal policies are not the reason the economy is so weak. Stephen Harper or Tom Mulcair would be staring at the same reality. However the current government’s policy choices going forward will impact on how the economy deals with what seems to be a perfect storm of bad economic news. The Liberal government’s first test will be the budget, now expected in March. The Liberals estimated during the election campaign that there would be an allowance of about a $10 billion deficit in order to finance proposed infrastructure plans. Now it appears that the $10 billion deficit target is too optimistic. In fact the government has stopped talking about specific deficit targets and now refers instead to something called “deficit to GDP ratio”. No matter how it is defined, managing the deficit will be a huge challenge for a government that promises to balance the nation’s books by the time the next election rolls around in 2019. It is very possible and good economic policy that the Liberals will come forward with a stimulus package similar to what the Tories did after the collapse of the world economy in 2008. The difficulty for the Liberals could be in getting back to balance anytime soon. While the Tories ran a large deficit, they were able to whittle it down and produce a modest surplus by 2015. One of the main reasons for that was the booming economy in Western Canada feeding the provincial and federal coffers. Harper had a stream of taxes rolling in that Trudeau is unlikely to see for at least a couple of years, if at all. In the meantime promised investments in the environment, reducing taxes for the middle class and perhaps a new health care funding formula for the provinces will put a strain on getting back to balance. We don’t think Canadians are concerned about short-term deficits. They see them as part of investing in jobs through such programs as infrastructure initiatives. They could change their tune if it appears that government is unable to get out of deficit or at least show progress in paying it down. For now the sunny days are in danger of becoming a bit cloudy for the foreseeable future. The positives for Mr. Trudeau and his government are that history shows that new governments are rarely limited to one term, and there is plenty of time between now and the next election to get the economy turned around.

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Government expands delivery of Junior Achievement Programs More Nova Scotia students in grades 9 to 12 will have access to hands-on learning in financial literacy, career readiness and entrepreneurship this school year. Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Karen Casey announced an enhanced partnership between government and Junior Achievement of Nova Scotia on Jan. 14. “The business community and education can work together to provide students with more opportunities to learn about career choices and the world of business,” said Casey. “By expanding the delivery of Junior Achievement to students in all school boards, we will stimulate their innovation, creativity, problem-solving skills, personal initiative and teamwork, and help develop our future entrepreneurs.” Partnering with local businesses and ensuring access to Junior Achievement programs in all school boards is one way government is modernizing the education system as part of Nova Scotia’s Action Plan for Education. Government is increasing funding to Junior Achievement of Nova Scotia to $125,000 for the 2015-16 school year, up from $50,000, to expand

the delivery of programs that will enhance and support learning at different grade levels: •• all Grade 9 students in 382 classes across the province will participate in the Economics for Success program, which improves students’ ability to plan and manage their education and financial futures by helping develop employability and interpersonal effectiveness. •• expand the Company Program to high school students in all school boards and increase the number of program offerings from 29 to 35. The program enhances critical-thinking, presentation and leadership skills. •• double the number of Dollars with Sense programs delivered to Grade 10 students. The program increases knowledge of financial planning techniques, improves financial literacy, numeracy and personal management, and boosts self-confidence and the ability to make wise investment choices. “Our mission is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed

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in the global economy,” said Kristin Williams, president and CEO, Junior Achievement of Nova Scotia. “We are pleased to partner with government to enhance curriculum offerings. By producing more financially literate graduates with leadership potential, we can contribute to our province’s economic prosperity.” Junior Achievement will also work to increase after-school participation in the personal development credit program offered through the department. Labour and Advanced Education announced last month that government will also provide $25,000 to Junior Achievement of Nova Scotia for the opportunity to reach more than 10,000 students across the province to deliver student assistance information, starting in Grade 9. Expanding the delivery of Junior Achievement in all school boards is part of government’s action plan that focuses on fundamental changes to renew, refocus and rebuild the education system for the first time in a generation. The action plan can be found at www.ednet. ns.ca/. For more information on Junior Achievement, visit www.janovascotia. org.

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Murphy’s Law By Helen Murphy

Life’s They say the bus you catch can change your life. Makes sense. You may meet someone on that bus, you may arrive early or late at your destination, which could affect other interactions. The domino effect comes into play. When we think about how our own lives unfold, the truth in this is clear. Happenstance and coincidence can have a big impact on our lives. Our daughter’s upcoming adventure reminds me of this. Because my boss had a bad case of bronchi-

tis last fall, Katherine now has a place to stay and a job waiting for her as she starts her big adventure in Yellowknife. Weird, huh? Or maybe not. Maybe this is how life happens, when we stop to think about it. You see, because my boss had bronchitis, she asked me to fill in for her at a conference in Edmonton. One of the first presenters at the conference was a senior civil servant for the NWT government in Yellowknife. Because my daughter had,

for many years, expressed an interest in going north, I made a point of sitting beside this fellow at lunch that day. I wanted to know more about what Yellowknife had to offer. What are the job prospects? What is the cost of living? Thankfully, this fellow was keen to indulge my questions. And happily, he was keen to do what he could to help a recent graduate get a career start in the NWT. He was eager to see her resume. (I’ve since learned that Yellowknife -- and presumably other northern communities -- are like that.

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Residents know they need new people moving in to fill jobs and contribute to community life. They are on a shared mission to help make that happen.) This particular ambassador of the North didn’t just promise to circulate Katherine’s resume; he actively promoted it. That, combined with good education credentials and early work experience, means she now has a job waiting for her as an assistant to another senior government staffer. But where to stay? It’s always better to look for a rental when you’re on

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@_Murphys_Law the ground, but Katherine isn’t making an exploratory trip before her actual move. So this fellow I met in Edmonton let her know about someone who may have a place for her to stay while she got settled. That person turned out to also be a grad of StFX. And yep, that’s where she’ll land next month. All because my boss had bronchitis. I guess I’ve had my own experience with something seemingly

very ordinary shaping my future. About 22 years ago, I had a temporary job that took me to Guysborough one day a week. During one of those visits, I overheard someone complaining that the monthly community newspaper here had gone out of business, again. Wanting to stay in the area and raise my kids here, I happened to be looking for a business to start. Life’s funny like that.

StFX Athletics now accepting Sports Hall of Fame nominations ANTIGONISH – StFX Athletics is pleased to announce that they are now accepting nominations for induction into the StFX Sports Hall of Fame. A Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place this fall on the campus of St. Francis Xavier University. Director of Athletics and Recreation Mr. Leo MacPherson states, “We have such a wonderful

history of athletic excellence at StFX and we welcome opportunities such as the Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony to celebrate it and use it to help pave the way for future success.” The StFX Sports Hall of Fame was founded in 1976 and exists to honour those individuals who have contributed significantly to StFX sports as athletes, teams or as

builders. Those chosen inductees have exemplified the spirit and ideals of Xaverian athletics in their professional and community lives. Nominations are being accepted for three categories: athlete, team and builder. Athletes nominated for induction will be considered primarily for their contributions to athletics at StFX University. Consideration will also be given

to character, leadership, integrity and non-athletic service to the university. The minimum wait period shall be ten years prior to induction. In the team category, the interuniversity performance and contribution of the team shall be the primary criteria for nomination, and the team must have competed with distinction at StFX University. The

builder category is open to members of St. Francis Xavier University, such as coaches, administrators, support staff and alumni who have made a significant contribution or exhibited outstanding leadership that enhanced the varsity X-Men or X-Women athletic programs. Nominations are now being accepted in all three categories up until

January 31, 2016. Nomination forms are available by contacting the StFX Department of Athletics at 902-867-2152 or by printing off an electronic form found at www.goxgo. ca/halloffame. Completed nomination forms are to be submitted to Director of Athletics and Recreation Leo MacPherson prior to the nomination deadline.

NOW HIRING! Canso and surrounding area! McLeod Safety Services and Supplies is a leading safety services and supply company, specializing in traffic control, safety sales and training, with over 25 years of experience in the industry. With an unmatched commitment to safety, quality and service, we continually strive to provide our customers with expert solutions to meet their safety needs. McLeod Safety is committed to being the most professional traffic control provider in the industry. We are currently looking to hire traffic control personnel (TCP) who are safety conscious, professional, have a positive attitude and strong work ethic, to join our growing company. We offer above average wages, full benefits (health and dental) to employees and their immediate family, professional uniforms, and a safe work environment. Candidates must possess a commitment to customer service, a flexible work schedule, the ability to be available on short notice, and a strong commitment to working as part of a team.

Strait Regional School Board Notice of Change in Venue For The February Regular Monthly Meeting Please note the following change in venue for the February Meeting of the Strait Regional School Board: The Regular Monthly Meeting of the Strait Regional School Board will be held on Wednesday, February 3, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. in the Afrikan Canadian Heritage and Friendship Centre at Chedabucto Education Centre/Guysborough Academy, 27 Green Street, Guysborough, Nova Scotia. Follow us on Twitter @StraitRSB

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Experience in the industry is an asset. The TCP training can be provided. TCP Training: This Course focuses on the importance of the traffic control person and the development of the survival skills required to work in this hazardous environment. Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive an accreditation card from the Nova Scotia Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal. Participants must be at least 16 years of age. The cost is $75.00 + tax. Please apply on line at www.mcleodsafety.com Or email [email protected]

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THE R.K. MACDONALD NURSING HOME HAS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITES FOR

CCA’s In the following positions: CCA Positions: 2 Permanent Full-time CCA Positions 1 Temp Full-Time positions (Mat Leave ending Mar 2017) 7 Temp Full-time Positions (end date undetermined) 1 Permanent Part-time CCA (.20 position for benefits can work up to 80 hrs biweekly) Casual Positions Available Union: Unifor/Caw Salary Scale: $16.3816 – $17.6886 – according to experience Hrs. of work: Rotating shifts (Long week short week/ Days/Nights/weekends Predominantly 12 hour shifts BENEFITS (Available for Permanent or 1 yr term positions): Pension/Health/Sick/Vac/Hol Please see R.K. MacDonald Website for more Job Description details. Apply by: Jan 29, 2016.

LOLA ON ICE: Young Lola Sangster of Whitehead takes her place in the opening line up for the X-Women’s hockey team at a home game on January 17 in Antigonish. Contributed

Candidate Eligibility: Preference will be given to employees of the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home. Only those applicants granted an interview will be contacted. Prior to a final job offer, a criminal record check will be required of all new employees of the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home. Send Cover Letter and Resume to: Human Resource Coordinator R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home 64 Pleasant Street Antigonish, NS, B2G 1W7 Or Email: [email protected]

THE R.K. MACDONALD NURSING HOME HAS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITES FOR

RN’S & LPN’S RN/LPN Positions: 3 TEMP PART-TIME RN POSITIONS 1 – end date June 2016 1 – End date Dec 2016 1 – End date undetermined Casual Positions available Union: Salary Scale:

NSNU $30.79 – $37.55

LPN Positions: CASUAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE Union: Salary Scale:

Nonunion for Casuals $22.1175 – $23.75

Hrs. of work: Rotating shifts BENEFITS (Available for Permanent or 1 yr term positions): Pension/Health/Sick/Vac/Hol Please see R.K. MacDonald Website for Job Description details. Apply by: Jan 29, 2016. Candidate Eligibility: Preference will be given to employees of the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home. Only those applicants granted an interview will be contacted. Prior to a final job offer, a criminal record check will be required of all new employees of the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home. Send Cover Letter and Resume to: Human Resource Coordinator R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home 64 Pleasant Street Antigonish, NS, B2G 1W7 Or Email: [email protected]

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Province unveils Heritage Day Flag Heritage Day has a new symbol that reflects Nova Scotia’s rich and diverse culture. Tony Ince, Minister of Communities, Culture and Heritage, unveiled the flag on Jan. 19, as a lasting symbol of the holiday that honours the people, places and events that have contributed to this province’s history and culture. The five students whose illustrations inspired the final flag design, their families, members of the selection panel and flag designers Adam MacKenzie and David Campbell joined the minister at Province

House for the unveiling. “Nova Scotia Heritage Day celebrates our collective cultural heritage and the contributions of all Nova Scotians,” said Ince. “We want our youngest citizens significantly involved in our heritage because it’s an important part of who they are.” Keira Mercer, Beechville; Gage Michael Richard, Halifax; Jem Logan, Upper Tantallon; Sophie Anne Imlay, Boylston, Guysborough Co. and Lyric Gould, Eskasoni, Cape Breton Regional Municipality, watched the unveiling after a tour of Province House and a recognition of their role in

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the flag’s design. “This February holiday is near and dear to my heart and important for Nova Scotians,” said deputy premier Diana Whalen. “It is wonderful to see it help build pride in our province, particularly among you - Nova Scotia’s students - our future.” A panel chosen by Arts Nova Scotia picked the five illustrations from 240 that were submitted. Sperry Designs used those drawings as inspiration for the final design. The colours in the flag reflect freshness, growth, landscape, water, and optimism. The interlocking design suggests bringing new meaning to old constructions, as in Mi’kmaw and African basket weav-

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fabric, diversity and the connections between our past, present and future. The flag will be raised

and flown for the first time on Feb. 10 at Province House in time for the holiday on Feb. 15.

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Terre Sel school in Haiti From page 1 the volunteer group. Here is the recent email Susan received from Robin after inquiring as to what we can do now to assist: “Your email was perfectly timed. Beth and I have been here for two months now and I finally was able to make the trip to Terre Sel. We took a Mule (Kawasaki) for the trip and made it in about three hours. It was pretty tough going at times. However, we made it and saw the school. The kids now have a much better facility to learn in. However, they still do not have desks and so sit on the floor. The Principal also said many of the kids do not have enough to eat and so are not in the best frame of mind to learn.

O’Handley and the Vision Group on mission at Terre Sel school in April of 2015. Contributed The school looks very nice with the blue roof and the concrete floor. They were very happy to see us and kept referring to us as partners. The challenges are many and we cannot resolve them all, but what you guys have done is a huge help to providing a better life for the children. It was a holiday today here so the kids were not in school. Ideas for School: Fund the construction of desks locally Fund a food program for a meal once a week Fund the making of book bags locally Sponsor a teacher”

So, as you can see, there is still much we can do to assist the children of Terre Sel. Presently, the group of RCMP employees are doing the paperwork to be a formerly registered society and hopefully gain charitable status. Susan believes in the meantime, it is paramount that those of us living each day with clean water, enough food to eat and education for our children, really need to reach out and help this amazing village in Haiti. Susan has been collecting donations of money and school sup-

Students at Terre Sel school (top photo). The completed Terre Sel school is in need of donations for school supplies to support their students and staff (bottom photo). Contributed

plies. Dr. Val Lewis, who was one of the group that traveled to Haiti last year, is returning with a medical team in mid-February to the Island. She has agreed to take whatever we are able to muster together with her. If you can find it in your heart to spare some money, or supplies, Susan would graciously accept it and ensure it

reaches Robin through Dr. Lewis. This trip is being organized by the Cornerstone Wesleyan Church and they will issue receipts for any money donated. Susan is hopeful that the people of Guysborough County will do what they always do and support those in need; you will find none needier than those that live in

the village of Terre Sel, Haiti. Money or supplies can be dropped off at the Guysborough, Canso and Sherbrooke RCMP Offices between 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, or at Susan’s home at 550 Main Street, Canso. You can call Susan (902-3662146) and she will pick anything up that she can.

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Ray’s Opinion by Ray Bates

Odds and Ends All residents matter: Retirees are as necessary to communities as are young people. Recently I had a conversation in which the other person was expressing a common belief that our community needs “young people”. To that premise I agreed but put forth that we must also remember older residents and the many ways that they too contribute a great deal to their communities. To my way of thinking it is a population’s overall number that matters the most. We should not stress one age group over another. Regardless of their ages: residents pay taxes. Residents participate in local organizations and activities. Residents’ needs and wants assist job creation and sustainability. I recently heard a news-panel participant state that Halifax needs to grow by at least 7000

people per year to sustain its economy; there was no mention of age requirements. It would be naive of me to think that our region must attract Halifax’s numbers but we too need more people. My argument is that we must provide for the needs of those who reside here now by being resourceful and creative. As much as I would welcome new families to our respective communities, we should not overlook the importance of the massive contributions available from older residents and we should not overlook their commercial needs. I visited an internet promotion for Elliott Lake, Ontario; a community that has put a great deal of effort into marketing and then supporting the requirements for positive retirement living. Due to its influx of retirees, Elliott Lake’s business-

Wednesday, January 20, 2016 • Guysborough Journal • Page 9 es have succeeded; its region has developed and their population has grown. (www.retireelliottlake.com) My friend was right to state that we need young people therefore we need jobs to attract and sustain their presence. However, older residents also have much to contribute and must not be downgraded regarding their importance to their communities’ sustainability. Rural communities: Small but homey. I savour the fact that I can leave my home and always see someone I know. Added to that neighbourhood feeling is how rare it is that I cannot meet a person with whom I can engage in a conversation. It does not bother me one iota that I am a country boy. I like seeing people I know. It gives me comfort that others are aware of what I am doing. I find our rural communities have a trustfulness that larger centres are sadly lacking. Last week I dialled a wrong number that still resulted in calling someone I knew. Recent-

The Chedabucto Curling Club Community Activity Society (CAS) held its 50/50 draw during its annual Edgar Sceles Memorial Bonspiel. Drawing the winning ticket are two of the weekend’s curlers, Carly Avery (left) and Teagan Lombardo. Everett Guthro, Manchester, Guysborough County, was the winner of $350. Phil O’Regan

ly there was an occasion when I attempted to telephone a person who, unknown to me at that time, was not home. I thought for a moment about who would know that person’s whereabouts, made the call, and was successful with my search. When I tell my friendsfrom-away that I live

in Guysborough they frequently inquire about what is there to do in such a rural area; their question implying that our lives here are boring. They have no knowledge of how wrong they are. I enjoy telling the joke that in Guysborough we don’t use turn indicators on our vehicles because

everyone knows where we are going. To be truthful I enjoy venturing into large urban centres occasionally because those brief encounters make me even more grateful that my home is this rural corner of Nova Scotia. Thoughts about Ray’s Opinion? EMail bates@ ns.sympatico.ca.

The Chedabucto Curling Club recently held its annual Edgar Sceles Memorial Bonspiel at its rink in Boylston. Edgar Sceles was one of the rink’s founding members and a major contributor to its construction in 1963. Edgar’s son and daughter-in-law, Ronald & Gail Sceles, annually donate sterling silver pins to the winning team of the Edgar Sceles Memorial. Displaying their first place pins and bonspiel trophy is Team Brymer. Skip Blair Brymer (left), David O’Connor (mate), Paul Connolly, (second) and Karen Hall (lead). Phil O’Regan

The second place team in the Chedabucto Curling rink’s Annual Edgar Sceles Memorial was Team Luddington. Displaying their second place prizes, donated by the Municipality of the District of Guysborough, is Team Luddington. Lead Leona Purcell (left), George Luddington (skip), Holly Nahrebecky (mate) and Phil O’Regan (second). Wayne Hyam

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Community News Sheet Harbour and Area by Janice Christie

Congratulations to Danielle and Jared Vokey as they are expecting their first child this spring. Baby Vokey is due April 21. Danielle and Jared live in Huntington, Cape Breton and Jared’s dad, Jerry, lives in Glace Bay. Danielle’s parents, Wade and Myrene Owen, live in Sheet Harbour and they are all eagerly awaiting the arrival of this wee babe. Congratulations to Sasha and Gary on the

birth of their newest little daughter, Piper. Piper Jean Josephine Falkenham was born on December 29, 2015 at the IWK Grace. She weighed a lovely seven pounds 12 ounces. Piper has four older siblings.....Hailey, Hannah, Hunter and Nevaeh who are very excited about her arrival. The delighted grandparents are Brian and Wanda Purcell and Gary and Shelley Falkenham. Congratulations to all.

Lincolnville and Area by Sheila Pelly

Hoping all are enjoying our winter wonderland. Guess we will have some that really like the snow and some that have a different opinion; as for myself, I can adjust to whatever the weather brings. Lots of friends are heading south; think I will stay with the snow and enjoy the comforts of home. Sympathy to the family of the late Edith Borden. Our prayers are with you. A terrible accident took the life of the late Darryl Borden in Toronto; our prayers go out to his wife, children, his mother Emmie Borden, Sunnyville, and all his family.

Get-well wishes to Wayne Borden who had an accident and was hospitalized in Toronto while attending his brother’s funeral. Our prayers are with you Wayne. Hoping you recover and arrive home soon. The Lincolnville Community Development Association is now making plans for African Heritage month; watch your local paper for events and times. The annual African Heritage Month Gospel Concert will be held on February 7 at the Chedabucto Place Performance Centre at 3 p.m., featuring Jamie Sparks and The Sounds of Hope, along

A new son arrived for Adena McAvoy and Ryan Tynes. Jayce Colin Tynes was born on January 11 at 1:42 p.m. at the IWK Grace. He weighed six pounds, three ounces and is a lovely little baby boy. His very happy firsttime grandparents are Cathy and Paul McAvoy and his great-grandfather is Hugh McAvoy. He also has an Uncle Todd and Aunt Amanda who already love him very much. On his dad’s side are grandparents Blaine Tynes, Marja Anne-Hetalia-Coyle and Fred Coyle. Jayce has a big sister named Emily Holland. Everyone is excited and happy with other local performers. Brydon MacEachern was recently in the line-up of recruits for Dalhousie Tigers. He was also one of the two top prospects in Canada – defensive line MVP. Happy anniversary to Steven and Tina Jordan who will celebrate their wedding anniversary on January 19. Wishing you many more years of health and happiness. Happy birthday to Juanita Byard and Theresa Dorrington who will celebrate a birthday on January 26; Lindsay MacLellan, January 23; Geraldine Lucas January 29, and to all of whom I am unaware. Wishing you all a Happy Birthday! Gentle thought: The bad news is; time flies. The good news is; you’ re the pilot.

about this handsome new arrival to the family. Rose Barkhouse is in full swing organizing her annual penny auction in support of the Nova Scotia Firefighters Burn Treatment Society. The penny auction will be held at the Sheet Harbour Lions Centre on March 6 with the doors opening at noon and the numbers drawn at 2 p.m. There will also be a bake sale and the canteen will be available. The cost for numbers is $5 per envelope. Scotiabank will be participating in this event and will be matching the funds raised. If you have any questions please call Rose at 902-885-2957. The Ecum Secum Fire Department will hold its annual penny auction on March 12 at 7 p.m. in the Fire Hall. There will be a chocolate walk at $1 per number and a lunch will be sold at $3. Everyone is most welcome to attend and they look forward to seeing you there.

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A merchandise bingo will be held on March 19 at the Sheet Harbour Legion beginning at 1:30 p.m. The proceeds are for New Horizon Seniors. Please contact Donna Harding at 902-8852493. Starting January 16, 45s card parties will begin at St. Peters Church Hall at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds will go to The Stroke Of Luck. Contact Karen Holman 902-8852242 or 885-5505. The card parties will continue every second week – January 16 and 20, February 13 and 27, March 12 and 26, etc. Check the events calendar for further dates - everyone is welcome. Job Search services is asking for interest in a Traffic Control Training Course in Sheet Harbour for February 2016, through Nova Scotia Construction Safety Association. (Check your expiry date on your certification). Tentative cost is: under eight individuals –

$135 + HST = $155.25; over eight Individuals – $90 + HST = $103.25. They would need definite numbers paid in advance in order to request an instructor to complete the course. If you are interested, call Judy (902) 885-3593 or Dawn (902) 885-2810 to add your name to our listing. I had a wonderful surprise 60th birthday celebration on my birthday on the 16th. It began with a brunch at The Henley House with many family members and friends and continued on to my son’s where they prepared a beautiful lobster supper. I received so many Facebook messages, cards and well wishes. I was also given many lovely gifts. I had a very perfect day and felt well loved ... Sixty is not so bad! Please contact me at 902-885-2691 or [email protected] with your community or personal news.

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Guysborough County District RCMP responded to 17 calls for service from Jan. 10 – Jan. 16, 2016. RCMP conducted 6 stationary checkpoints during this period of time. These checkpoints were conducted to support police efforts to improve road safety in Guysborough County. Note: Due to the sensitive nature of calls concerning sexual assault, children’s welfare and mental health issues, not all calls are appropriate for publication.

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Calls for service: •• On Jan 10, 2016 at 0950 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to a complaint in Larry’s River of an unwanted quest. Police attended, solved. •• On Jan 10, 2016 at 1211 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to a complaint of an assault in the Guysborough Intervale. Police attended, one person arrested, awaiting court appearance. •• On Jan 11, 2016 at 1056 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to a 911 misdial in Fisherman’s

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Harbour. Police attended residence, warned. On Jan 11, 2016 at 1520 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to a 911 static call in Guysborough. Police attended. Problem with phone lines. On Jan 11, 2016 at 1530 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to a 911 misdial in St. Francis Harbour. Police attended residence, warned. On Jan 11, 2016 at 1604 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to a complaint of suspicious activity in Guysborough. Still under investigation. On Jan 11, 2016 at 1834 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to a 911 call in Guysborough at a business. Police attended, no emergency. Solved. On Jan 11, 2016 at 2357 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to an assistance request from an outside police agency in Liscomb Mills. Solved. On Jan 12, 2016 at 0941 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to a fraud

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complaint of a male misrepresenting himself as a Canada Revenue Agency employee. Call originated from 16137041361. No information obtained. Unsolved. On Jan 14, 2016 at 1555 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to a single vehicle crash in Steep Creek. Police, EHS attended. One person injured, transported to hospital for observation. Still under investigation. On Jan 15, 2016 at 1046 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to a complaint of harassment via Facebook in Indian Harbour Lake. Solved. On Jan 15, 2016 at 2024 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to a 911 hang up in North Riverside. Police attended residence, no emergency. Warned. On Jan 16, 2016 at 1830 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to a single vehicle crash in Stillwater. Vehicle ran off road, roads slippery. Solved. On Jan 16, 2016 at 1927 hrs, Guysborough County District RCMP responded to a complaint in Dean Settlement of a theft of vehicle, GMC envoy, plate # NS-FJH 412. Still under investigation.

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Workers vote to strike From page 3 Scotia labour relations, issued a lockout notice on Monday before conciliation had concluded. Even with last-ditch conciliation talks scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday and with Herald CEO Mark Lever

writing in a newspaper ad published Saturday that he has never planned to lock out the workers, staff have been asked to turn in their equipment by Friday at 4 p.m. Both sides will be in a legal lockout or strike position at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday Jan. 23.

“We don’t want a work stoppage,” said David Wilson, staff representative with CWA Canada, the local’s parent union. “We want to work with the company to hammer out a fair agreement that works for both sides and protects quality journalism.”

Medal of Bravery nominations open Nova Scotians have a chance to honour those who have put themselves at risk to help others. Nominations are open for Nova Scotia’s Medal of Bravery. This is the ninth year for the award. “Last year, two men received a Medal of Bravery for risking their lives to help those in

need. Dr. Nathan Urquhart saved a drowning victim from the icy water and Mr. Kenneth McNeil saved a young man from being violently assaulted,” said Premier Stephen McNeil. “It’s a privilege to recognize these courageous individuals. I encourage any Nova Scotian to nominate someone who has acted

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Walking (dogs) in a winter wonderland

SNOW DOGS: Evelyn O’Brien and her dogs enjoyed the great outdoors after a heavy snowfall this past weekend. Fresh air and photographs of the beautiful scenery in the Goshen area were the order of the day. Louie Butts

WINTER IN ALL HER SPLENDOUR: Many of us have a love hate relationship with winter but no matter how you feel about the weather you have to admit winter is one heck of an artist. Evelyn O’Brien