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by Elizabeth Oakley | Canoe FM
At more four thousand kilometers in size, Haliburton County is home to just as manystories. Every person living here has issues, interests and life lessons and CanoeFM ishere to share them. County Close-up. Bringing the stories in Haliburton County to life!
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- 2 weeks ago5 min
Parker Pad
Parker Pad Printing was started by Frank Parker Sr. He focused on producing pads of paper for various firms and thus the business became known for it. When Frank Sr. passes, his son, the late Frank Parker Jr. took over the reins for four decades until his daughter Janis assumed leadership following her father's death. For eight decades, Parker Pad Printing has been led by three generations of the family. But as Parker herself easily admits, it wasn't the career she had planned for.When called upon to lead and grow the business, that's exactly what she did, adding a second location in Haliburton and increasing sales beyond anyone's expectations. Now, that commitment to business success is what's led to Parker Pad Printing to celebrate it's 80thyear in business.
- 2 weeks ago5 min
Good Food Box
The Good Food Box is a community assistance program that provides a box or bag of nutritious fruits and vegetables and it's the answer for those who want to stretch their grocery budget as far as possible. For $20 each month, those who've signed up receive a Good Food Box filled with delicious, fresh produce.The program, originally run here by the Lions Club, started in 2001. The Haliburton Rotary Club now administers the program, and Irv Handler is proud of the work his club is doing to help those in need in the community.Handler invited CanoeFM to come witness the Rotary members prepare Good Food Boxes recently in Haliburton to see the impact for the community.
- 2 weeks ago5 min
Dysart Fills Mayor's Seat
Walt McKechnie, Deputy Mayor of Dysart et al, will likely take over the role of Interim Mayor until the municipal election, Monday, October 26th, following the death of Murray Fearrey, the municipality's former mayor.Tamara Willbee, CAO of Dysart et al, spoke with CanoeFM recently. She said that as of June 30, only one person came forward to take on the position, and that was McKechnie. A vote will take place July 7thto confirm his appointment.Wilbee said then the Deputy Mayor's seat will have to be filled. An announcement in the local media outlets will keep the public informed about the process. The remaining council seat might not be filled.
- 4 weeks ago8 min
Town Crier declares July 4th as CanoeFM Day
Bruce Kruger came to Haliburton recently, to make a special public proclamation and to celebrate a remarkable achievement. Kruger, surrounded by CanoeFM staff and volunteers, declared this Saturday, July 4rth as CanoeFM Day in Haliburton County in the lead-up to the station's upcoming fundraiser, the annual CanoeFM Radiothon, taking place July 3rd, 4rth and 5th.For 30 years, Kruger worked with the OPP in a variety of roles, including supervising the Tactical Response Unit, or TRU Team, until his retirement. But Kruger didn't just ride off into the sunset. No, this man, passionate about helping connect communities and celebrate significant initiatives, has been appearing as the town crier for Bracebridge for two decades and says it's his way of giving back.But it's not all ribbon cuttings and special events. The art of being a town crier can be a competitive activity as well. Kruger has been all over the world representing Bracebridge and his country with pride in so many competitions – too many to count, in fact both in North America and internationally. And the competition, at least during the events, is fierce. Kruger says it takes four judges to decide whose cries win from the field of competitors.
- 4 weeks ago9 min
Ojibwe Spirit Horses Fundraiser at Abbey Gardens
Ojibwe Spirit Horses, also known as the Lac La Croix Indigenous Ponies or Indian Ponies, are the only known horse breed developed by indigenous people. Critically endangered, there are only 200 remaining in the world. They're shorter than other horse breeds, standing on average 13 hands. They have hard hooves and therefore do not require shoeing. The have fluffy ears and an extra nose flap to protect them from harsh Canadian winters.The breed met their demise when the settlers arrived in the early 1900's and culled them in order for agriculture to take hold on the land. By 1977, only four mares remained and were slated to be euthanized. A group of daring indigenous men smuggled the remaining horses out of the country to Minnesota to save the breed. Out of that the Ojibwe Horse Society was born. The organization aims to preserve, protect and raise awareness of the breed.Abbey Gardens was selected by Rare Breeds Canada as a suitable site for Chase and Sika, a Spirit horse pair who came to live there in 2012. Not long after, Maple was born and his parents taken elsewhere. A small white pony named Flapjack was brought in to keep him company. Sika's second colt, Sammy, came to live at Abbey Gardens as well. Now the three live a life of riley, with food, room to run and devoted caregivers. The horses are part of the curriculum for students of the Forest School and visitors can come by to spend time with them as well.But the truth is, feeding and caring for these unique animals doesn't come cheap. The cost of hay, medications and other essentials are rising just as they are for us humans.That's why Abbey Gardens is hosting a special fundraising concert on Saturday, July 4rth with local musician Carl Dixon playing in support of the horses. Angela Kruger, the Executive Director of Abbey Gardens Community Trust explains how the fundraiser came together and why it's a good cause.
- 4 weeks ago6 min
Terry Fox Award
In April, Aurora Wesley finally heard the news she's been hoping for. Wesley became one of 15 Canadian students to receive the Terry Fox Humanitarian Award and a $30 thousand dollar scholarship she'll use this fall at the University of Western Ontario.Caring for others runs deep for Wesley. When she was just 11 years old, she organized a fundraising event for the Canadian Cancer Society in support of her godmother who died after battling cancer. As part of the event, aptly called "Wig Out", Wesley and a group of her friends cut off their hair that later became wigs for patients who've lost their hair due to chemotherapy treatments. And every two years since, Wesley cuts her hair for the same purpose.Gifted with a personality that seems to draw people to whatever cause she's working on, Wesley began as an active member of 4H. Since grade 9, she's been a member of Haliburton Highlands High School's Interact Club and taken on a number of campaigns that benefit both the school and broader community, including the high school's twinned school in northern India.Wesley will be studying Business Administration at Western this fall then will enter the prestigious Ivy School of Business there. Though still young, she feels the responsibility of living up to the Terry Fox Humanitarian Award. It's something she feels will help guide her future and she appreciates everyone who's had a hand in helping her become who she is.
- 4 weeks ago10 min
Moorelands Camp
Since 1917, the not-for-profit Moorelands Camp has been offering opportunities for children from low-income neighborhoods to realize their potential to succeed. The camp, rooted in positive youth development, allows kids to develop leadership skills in a safe and fun environment.Colette Halferty is the director of Development and Communications for Mooreland Kids & Community Services, the parent organization that runs both the summer camp and year-round programs throughout Toronto. She says the camp is a magical place that's changed and improved the lives of kids living on the margins.That's why she's excited to announce the organization's recent decision to expand their reach, inviting marginalized kids from Haliburton County to come experience the camp through the Join my Journey campaign.
- 4 weeks ago12 min
Green Burials
After the death of their son Kyle in 2019, Terry Moore and his wife Shirley launched the Haliburton Highlands Green Burial Society seven years ago with the hope of establishing a green burial site here. Sadly now both Shirley and Kyle are buried in St. Stephens Cemetery in Algonquin Highlands, the first green burial site in the region. It's a bittersweet accomplishment but one Moore takes comfort in.A green burial—or natural burial—is an eco-friendly approach to death care that allows a body to decompose naturally and return to the earth. It eliminates the use of embalming chemicals, concrete vaults, and non-biodegradable caskets, instead utilizing sustainable materials to minimize environmental impactMoore recently invited CanoeFM to visit the cemetery where his wife is the first person to be buried in the green burial site.
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