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Published since 1994 • Serving Guysborough County and Area • Vol. 24, No. 25 • Wednesday, June 20, 2018 • $1 + HST
PM: 40013898 Calendar 2 • Editorial 4 • Arts and Culture 10 • Community 12 • Obituaries 14 • Classifieds 15 R: 2526425
Special unveilings planned
Donors, communities
to be celebrated at
CLC grand opening
By Helen Murphy The others are a donor the continuation of the
recognition installation youth shinny hockey
GUYSBOROUGH – Every and the outdoor sign tournament. At 11 a.m.,
part of the Municipality for the new Steve Smith a co-ed soccer game
of the District of Guys- Soccer Field and Walking gets underway, followed
borough will be made to Track. These designs are by a family pool party
feel welcome and given all under wraps — liter- at 1 p.m. That evening,
a sense of ownership ally — until the opening the band Jug-in-Hand will
over the new Chedabucto celebrations. play for an adult dance.
Lifestyle Complex — and After a ribbon cutting Free access to the
that’s not just because and the unveiling of the fitness centre is offered
of the warm welcome soccer and track sign from 3-9 p.m. on June
from staff and comfort- starting at 2 p.m. on 29 and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
able surroundings. At Friday, June 29, tours on June 30.
the grand opening of the of the complex will The complex is the
new facility on June 29 be offered. Activities new home for continuing
and 30, a wall saluting later that afternoon and MODG Recreation and
each individual commu- evening include a youth community programs,
PAY TO PLAY: Jack Farnsworth, a Grade 2 student at SMECA, brought a homemade nity in the district will be shinny hockey tourna- as well as new program-
pledge sheet and funds he raised in support of a new school/community play- unveiled. ment, family event, adult ming. For example, this
ground to the school office on Monday, June 18. Family and friends contributed to That’s one of three shinny hockey game and summer the field will
Farnworth's fundraising efforts, in addition to which, he added $2.35 from his pig- unveilings planned for outdoor entertainment host the community’s
gy bank. The SMECA PTA continues to raise funds for the project. Contributed Photo the opening events. around the fire pit. growing minor soccer
On Saturday, June 30, program and Mulgrave
festivities get underway
Council notes with a youth fun run and Continued on page 3
Van Zupten responds to
trucking concerns
By Helen Murphy from Martin Marietta to meeting on June 18 to uses a GPS tracking
the Superport in Mul- discuss his company's system to track each
MULGRAVE – In response grave, Harvey Van Zupten safety measures. He em- vehicle's speed within
to complaints about appeared before town phasized that Zutphen's
heavy trucks traveling council at its regular is safety conscious and Continued on page 5
Promising drill results
continue for Anaconda’s The St. Mary's Lions Club continues their great support
of Sherbrooke Opportunities Society (SHOPS) with an
additional donation of $500. Featured from left to right:
Goldboro Project King Lion Andy MacKay and Lion Colleen Coady make
the presentation to SHOPS Manager Lyndsay Keith. Pro-
grams at SHOPS for the intellectually disabled adults
By Helen Murphy six drill holes as part 2017, aims to confirm the tremendous results of the area will start officially in September with the
of its ongoing drilling size and quality of gold from our drill program possibility of a informal introduction to the programs in
GUYSBOROUGH – Ana- program at the site of its deposits as the compa- at Goldboro, demon- August. The grand opening of the new SHOPS program
conda Mining released proposed gold mine in ny pursues plans for its strating the significant will be announced in the near future. For more informa-
more encouraging assay Goldboro. The drilling pro- Goldboro Gold Project. tion please contact Lyndsay Keith at 902-759-2831 or
results this week from gram, started in October "We continue to get Continued on page 3 email managers.h.o.p.s@outlook.com. Contributed Photo
STRAIGHT DEALS FROM STRAIT AREA DEALERS
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Community Calendar
••NOTICE: As part of A list of locations and welcome and Happy plates fall – we hope to Antigonish Golf Club Local entertainers will
their ongoing fundrais- times can be picked up Canada Day. see you there. or by calling 902- perform and a lunch
ing events, the With A at the town office or on 870-6304. A limited will be served. Admis-
Little Help Society (a RSpace – and will also ••Breakfast / brunch at TUESDAY number of tickets are sion is $5 per person.
non-profit organization) be at each yard sale St. Joseph’s Parish JULY 10 available, so get yours
will be selling potted location. This event is Hall in Port Felix from soon. Full kitchen and ••Bingo at Maple Hall in
one-year-old Colorado organized by the Town 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. ••The Association for bar services will be Heatherton, 2:30 p.m.
Blue Spruce Trees of Mulgrave Recreation Menu includes bacon, the Preservation of the available. Proceeds for
throughout the middle Department. sausage, bologna, pan- Eastern Shore (APES) this event will go to the ••Services for the Abun-
of July. To place an cakes, hash browns, will hold a community Antigonish Golf Club. dant Life Centre are
order, please call 902- SUNDAY scrambled eggs, meeting at the Tangier held at the Guysbor-
533-2169. JUNE 24 and JULY 8 toast, corn fritters and Fire Hall in Tangier, 7 SUNDAY ough Senior’s Apart-
muffins plus coffee, p.m. All community JULY 29 ment Complex in the
WEDNESDAY ••Eastern Guysborough tea and juice. Cost is members between Common Room, 3 p.m.
JUNE 20 / Mulgrave Pasto- $10 per person. All Clam Bay and Ecum ••Eastern Guysborough
ral Charges (United proceeds go to the St. Secum are encouraged / Mulgrave Pasto- ••Services for Guysbor-
••There will be an Church) services are 9 Joseph’s Building Fund. to attend. Bring your ral Charges (United ough Baptist Church, 3
evening of prayer, a.m. in Bayfield and 11 Thank you in advance voice and share ideas Church) joint service p.m. All are welcome.
music and scripture for a.m. in Guysborough. for your support. about the proposed will be held at Had-
families and friends of All are welcome. area of interest for a leyville United Church, ••Services for Canso
those who have died ••Kitchen party at St. Marine Protected Area 11 a.m. Followed by Christian Centre, 6
while in the care of SATURDAY Francis Harbour Hall in on the Eastern Shore. a potluck lunch at the p.m.
St. Martha’s Regional JUNE 30 Guysborough Coun- For more information, Hadleyville Fire Hall. All
Hospital from August ty, 2 p.m. Admission contact Wendy Watson are welcome. ••Baptist worship ser-
1, 2017 to January ••The Guysborough Com- includes a light lunch. Smith at 902 885- vices at New Harbour,
31, 2018. This ser- munity Market opens All entertainers are 2139. SUNDAYS 7 p.m.
vice will be held in the its 2018 season at the welcome.
Clare Marie Auditorium Jost Building on the SUNDAY ••Hot breakfast, served ••Cribbage at the Gosh-
(former St. Martha’s Guysborough water- THURSDAY JULY 15 the last Sunday of ev- en Community Centre,
Chapel), 7:15 p.m. Re- front from 9 a.m. till JULY 5 ery month at the Auld’s 7:30 p.m. Join us for a
freshments will follow. noon. Markets will run ••Eastern Guysborough Cove Fire Hall from 8 few games, no partner
weekly until September ••A free ten-week stop / Mulgrave Pasto- a.m. till noon. Cost is needed. First, second
SATURDAY 1. Locally made handi- smoking program ral Charges (United $7 for adults, $4 for and third prizes will be
JUNE 23 crafts, jewelery, leather begins at the Havre Church) services are 9 children under 12. awarded and tickets
works, wooden bowls, Boucher Community a.m. in Canso , 11: 30 will be sold on a 50/50
••There will be a supper preserves, cards, knit- Centre from 6:30 to 8 a.m. in Mulgrave and ••Services for Holy Trin- draw (three tickets for
at Christ Church Hall ting, crocheting, vege- p.m. Stopping smoking 1:30 p.m. in Boylston. ity Anglican Church in $2). Entry fee is $5 per
in Queensport from tables, eggs, baking, may be difficult but it All are welcome. Country Harbour Mines person. Proceeds go
from 4 to 6 p.m. Menu and homemade choc- can be done and this are 9 a.m. on the first, towards the community
includes seafood chow- olates. New vendors program will provide SATURDAY third and fifth Sundays centre.
der, haddock chowder, are always welcome. you with tools to make JULY 21 of the month, 7 p.m.
corn chowder and chili For more information, quitting easier. Nicotine on the second and MONDAYS
with pie and drinks. contact Sandi Potter replacement and medi- ••Harbourview Fire fourth Sundays of the
Cost is $12 for adults, at 902-358-2061 or cation are available as Department will be month. Visit us online ••The Goldboro Quilters
$6 for children. This is sandi@thepotters.ca. part of the program. hosting their first annu- at www.threeharbours. Group invites experi-
a fundraiser to repair Registration is required al community barbecue net. enced quilters as well
the main driveway in ••The Nova Scotia Salm- and can be done by fundraiser from 11 as those interested in
Union Cemetery. on Association and calling 902-625-8819 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the ••Services for Canso learning to quilt to drop
Eastern Shore Wildlife or (toll free) 1-888-291- fire hall in Isaacs Har- United Baptist Church, in and join us at the
SUNDAY Association will host 3535. bour. There will be free 11 a.m. Goldboro Interpretive
JUNE 24 an open house on the barbecue and drinks as Centre from 1 to 4 p.m.
West River Salmon SATURDAY well as a straw booth, ••Services for All Saints
••Services for St. Mary's Project at the ESWLA JULY 7 bouncy house, music Anglican Church, 11 ••Members of the Port
Pastoral Charge, United Clubhouse, 202 Pool and much more. Every- a.m. Bickerton Community
Church of Canada, are Road in Sheet Harbour, ••Penny auction and treat one is invited to join in Centre meet every third
9:30 a.m. at Bethany in from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. walk at the Balcom the fun and spend the ••Mini-cribbage card Monday at the center,
East River St. Mary's, A helicopter will be Centre in Port Dufferin; day with members of plays at the Mulgrave 7 p.m. Those interest-
11 a.m. at St. John's on site at 10 a.m. to doors open at 6 p.m. the department. Royal Canadian Le- ed in becoming new
in Sherbrooke and 7 demonstrate how it is / auction begins at 7 gion, 1 pm. Get our members are invited.
p.m. at Kirk in Glenelg. used in the project. p.m. Sponsored by the SUNDAY latest toonie-jar and We also have an ex-
For more information Transportation will be Anglican Parish of Port JULY 22 bonus-pot values on ercise room available
on youth group, Sunday provided throughout Dufferin. Facebook at www.Face- for use throughout the
School (Jam Club), the day to take people ••Eastern Guysborough book.com/Mulgrav- week (please see a
women's groups or from the clubhouse to SUNDAY / Mulgrave Pasto- eLegion or on Twitter member for the key).
bible study, call 902- the river to see what is JULY 8 ral Charges (United at www.Twitter.com/
833-2920, visit us on being done. Displays Church) services are MulgraveLegion. ••Chase the Ace at the
Facebook or on our and speakers will be at ••The St. Mary’s Shoot- 9 a.m. in Bayfield Whitehead Community
website. the clubhouse through- ers Association will (Christmas in July ••JAM Club (Jesus and Centre from 7 to 8 p.m.
out the day as well. host the Aubrey Gam- service) and 11 a.m. Me), our charge’s
••A community yard A lunch will also be mell Memorial Pistol in Guysborough. All are Sunday School pro- ••Crib card parties at the
sale will take place in provided. For additional Shoot at the Stillwater welcome. gram for children and Sheet Harbour Royal
Mulgrave at various information, call Doug DNR range (9240 all ages, held every Canadian Legion, 7:30
locations around town. Stein at 902-809- Highway 7 in Stillwater) SATURDAY second Sunday at p.m. Entry fee is $6
7584. from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. JULY 28 Kirk Memorial United per person. For more
Classes for rim fire and Church in Glenelg, 2 information, call Juani-
SUNDAY centre fire, semi-auto ••Pub night with Eddie p.m. St. Mary’s Pasto- ta at 902-654-2642.
JULY 1 and revolver. This is a Coffey and Rhonda ral Charge, the United
timed shoot at steel Stamp at Pipers Pub in Church of Canada. For ••League darts at the
••Eastern Guysborough plates. Range safety Antigonish from 6 to 10 more information, call Whitehead Community
/ Mulgrave Pasto- officers will be on site. p.m. Come and enjoy 902-833-2920. Centre, 7:30 p.m.
ral Charges (United There will also be a traditional Newfound-
Church) services are 9 barbecue at noon for a land and Irish music. ••Kitchen parties at the ••Card plays at the Coun-
a.m. in Canso, 11 a.m. modest fee. Everyone Tickets are $20 each Guysborough Intervale try Harbour Gun Club,
in Boylston and 1 p.m. is welcome to come (in advance) and may Hall the third Sunday 8 p.m. Admission is $5
in Mulgrave. All are and see the steel be purchased at the of every month, 2 p.m. per person.
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Donors, communities to be celebrated
From page 1 deserve. It gives us the
opportunity to help the
Road Theatre’s ROADies community become a
program will be held in- better place to live and
side the facility. New rec- to grow.”
reation dept. initiatives Tavares says the Life-
include this summer’s style Complex will allow
“Walk with your Doc” MODG “to host bigger
program on the walking events and increase the
track. traffic flow into our com-
“It allows for us to munity.”
grow,” MODG Recreation The full grand open-
Director Angie Tavares ing schedule is found in
says of the CLC. “It the special Chedabucto UNDER WRAPS: A donor tree inside the Chedabucto Lifestyle Complex and a special wall naming communities
allows for us to give the Lifestyle Complex insert throughout the Municipality of the District of Guysborough have been under wraps as they await their unveiling
community what they in this week’s paper. at the facility's grand opening June 29-30. John Bastin Photo
Two Paq'tnkek men charged with
Attempted Murder
PAQ'TNKEK – On Thurs- orders. Kane is facing to appear in Antigonish
day, June 14, 2018 at an additional charge of Provincial Court.
1:06 a.m., Antigonish Dis- Uttering Threats. More charges are
trict RCMP responded to The 24-year-old victim anticipated in this inves-
a complaint of an assault from Antigonish was tigation.
involving three males on released from hospital The Antigonish District
a roadway. on June 17. All of the RCMP wants to thank the
An investigation men were known to one citizens of Paq'tnkek for
followed by Antigonish another. their assistance in this
District RCMP, with assis- Both men were ar- investigation. Anyone
tance by the RCMP North- rested without incident with information is asked
east Nova Major Crime and remain in custody. to contact Antigonish
Unit, that led to charges Kane was arrested June RCMP at 902-863-6500. BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN EMPLOYERS AND IMMIGRANT EMPLOYEES: Minister
against two men. Thirty- 14 in Paq'tnkek and is Should you wish to of Immigration Lena Metlege Diab held a morning meeting with members of the
six-year-old Michael Kane, next scheduled to appear remain anonymous, call local business community, municipal leaders and other interested stakeholders in
and Nigel Henderson, age in Antigonish Provincial Nova Scotia Crime Stop- Guysborough at the Chedabucto Lifestyle Complex on Tuesday, June 19 to discuss
27, both of Paq'tnkek, Court on Wednesday, pers toll free at 1-800- the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program in Nova Scotia. Those in attendance at
have been charged June 20 at 9:30 a.m. 222-TIPS (8477), submit the meeting, included, from left to right: John Beaton, Chief Executive Officer of
with Attempted Murder, Henderson was arrested a secure web tip at www. ESREN; Sean Morency, Employer Liaison Officer with Immigration, Refugees and
Aggravated Assault, and Friday evening in Bad- crimestoppers.ns.ca, or Citizenship Canada; Lena Metlege Diab, minister of Immigration for the province
several breaches of court deck and is scheduled use the P3 Tips App. of Nova Scotia, Sheila Pelly, Deputy Warden Municipality of the District of Guysbor-
ough; and Lloyd Hines, MLA Guysborough-Eastern Shore-Tracadie. Further coverage
of the meeting and the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program in next week's edition of
The Journal. Lois Ann Dort Photo
Anaconda’s Goldboro Project
From page 1 ongoing work towards the Goldboro property.
feasibility." Anaconda is a TSX-list-
upside potential of what Angelo told The Jour- ed gold mining, develop-
is already an attractive, nal on Tuesday that the ment, and exploration
profitable development future bulk sample will company that is active in
project,” Dustin Angelo provide more information Newfoundland and Nova
Anaconda’s president regarding the feasibility Scotia. The company op-
and CEO, said in a media of the project, including erates the Point Rousse
release June 18. “The details on underground Project located in the
results of the Drill Pro- mining conditions and Baie Verte Mining District
gram...(provide) the direct how well the ore process- in Newfoundland, and is
observation and informa- es in a conventional mill. developing the Goldboro
tion required to complete In past interviews An- Project with an eye to
engineering designs for gelo told The Journal that leveraging its existing
a future bulk sample Anaconda is targeting infrastructure at Point
at Goldboro, as part of 2020 for production at Rousse.
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Editorial Letters
Regarding community dialogue Published every
A growing sense of pride Wednesday by
To the Editor, professionals and other they should create a Addington
We've enjoyed asking folks in MODG about their To be involved and successful people who platform, explain it, cost Publications Ltd.
first reaction to the new Chedabucto Lifestyle Com- informed on public policy can take leadership roles it, and present this to
plex, now that the year-long construction is com- is very important. My going forward. Of coarse the public at election
plete. Several were quick to reply: "Blown away." concern is that we throw we need energetic young time. This is what has
Other responses reflected excitement, emotion out the good in search of people to fill these roles. been passed to us by my
and optimism for the future. the perfect. Many of our children are father's generation, who
This new $11 million facility for sports, recre- If the dialogue takes doing just that else- literally fought for this Publisher
ation and social activities is quickly becoming a the form of an attack on where. right. Allan Murphy
source of immense local pride. Other communities our councillors and pres- The present coun- Presently those who publisher@guysboroughjournal.ca
have come to visit to see what it offers and how it ent system of governing, cil has a progressive are not successful in
came to be. we lean towards tribalism agenda more oriented this process can turn to
And so it should be. Indeed, there is unlikely and this sows discord toward business. Some social media to disrupt Editor In Chief
another place quite like it in Canada -- especially in our community. Not promising possibilities the actions voted on by Helen Murphy
when one considers the campus environment helpful! so far, but never the less the public. They arbitrari- news@guysboroughjournal.ca
created by the CLC's proximity to schools, the Public service is a actively seeking opportu- ly declare their idea can
Chedabucto Performance Centre, the outdoor pool, sacrifice, affecting family, nities, employment and a be the only way forward.
playground, tennis court and Drysdale ballfield. friends and associations. larger tax base. This is a This does not sound Advertising
It's hard to imagine another community having so These relationships are progressive, courageous democratic to me. advertising@guysboroughjournal.ca
much to offer in such a compact space. strained by participat- and difficult task but one Looking forward to
Which prompts the occasional question of "Why ing in decisions that that can have a serious positive ideas being
Guysborough?" To which we respond, "Why not are difficult and often positive impact on our brought forward. Circulation and
Guysborough?" unpopular. We cannot community. Office Manager
A need was identified, a vision was developed, put more road blocks to If an individual or Joe Jamieson, subscribe@guysboroughjournal.ca
a financial plan was put in place. Partners -- includ- public service by young group has a better idea, Guysborough
ing other levels of government and community do-
nors -- came to the table to help make it happen. Graphic Design
And that brings us to today, a time when local Guide showcases province's biodiversity design@guysboroughjournal.ca
kids are excited to gather for soccer, basketball
-- and even doing homework in the lounge -- at the The newly updated to study and understand Scotia has distinct
CLC after school and on weekends. We now see Ecological Land Clas- the relationship between features and recognizing
local residents who may not have been able to sification guide offers wildlife and the physical these characteristics will
schedule time for recreation programs in the past information about Nova environment. increase enjoyment and
making use of the new walking track on a regular Scotia's biodiversity and "Understanding our knowledge of our prov-
basis. We also see innovative new programming on its natural features. biodiversity and natural ince."
offer (this summer's "Walk with your Doc" program The guide organizes features is key to man- The guide and related
is a fine example). the province's geography aging those resources data is available online
Over the past few weeks we had a chance to into zones and regions for everyone's benefit. at https://novascotia.ca/
talk with a number of people who played important with detailed descrip- This guide is a tool for natr/forestry/ecological/ PO Box 210
roles in making the vision a reality. In addition to tions of climate, eleva- landscape planning ecolandclass.asp. Guysborough, NS
their effusive pride, each was quick to encourage tion, geology, topogra- and sustainable use of Printed copies can be B0H 1N0
all residents to check it out. phy, soil, vegetation and natural resources," said ordered from the Depart-
Amid the excitement, no one has lost sight of other markers. Ecologi- Peter Neily, co-author ment of Natural Resourc-
the fact that not everyone thought the CLC was a cal Land Classification is of the guide and forest- es for $10 plus HST by Tel: 902-533-2851
great idea. Some questioned the cost. Some ques- a common method used er for the Department calling 902-424-8633 or
tioned whether our population could support it. to describe and map of Natural Resources. e-mailing DNR.Library@
But now, those who expressed reservations are ecosystems allowing us "Each region of Nova novascotia.ca.
encouraged to come and give it a try. The welcome
mat is out. And the Chedabucto Lifestyle Complex 1 Year Subscription:
Pictures Our Past
has something for everyone. Local: $39.13 +HST
It would be a shame, to be sure, to live near to
this facility and not take advantage of it.
And if they early weeks are a good indication, it
of Out-of-Area: $49.56 +HST
will indeed be very well used.
If you haven't dropped by to take a tour through
the building, check out the exterior facilities and We acknowledge the
enjoy a walk around the track, now is the time. financial support
And if you want to show your appreciation to of the Government
those who worked hard and dug deep to help of Canada.
make it happen, and celebrate the achievement
with friends, family and neighbours, come out on
June 29 and 30 for MODG's full schedule of grand
opening festivities.
We salute all those who had a hand in making
the CLC come to life, and encourage all to make
the most of this incredible community resource.
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Op-Ed: Connectivity more than just a pain point for
municipal assessment and economic growth
By John Beaton, CEO, Author Your Business, Our Business, Eastern-Strait Regional Enterprise Network
Certainly not a new and with the same lens. business tasks (e.g. move the broadband impact, in demonstrat- Nova Scotia munici-
emerging challenge, From the point Mandatory internet train forward in rural ing that broadband is palities are well aware
sub-par communications of view of the East- based work training). Nova Scotia, and the vital for rural municipali- of the impact that
infrastructure continues ern-Strait Regional •• Additional costs in- current Government is ties, the i-Valley initiative inadequate broadband
to dampen best efforts Enterprise Network(ES- curred for hard copy assigning 120 million shows how connectivity and mobility connectiv-
to retain and attract REN), we know first-hand (printed documents, dollars in resources to is directly related to ity has on their wheel-
businesses in our rural through visits with small creating and mail- the Internet Trust Fund economic development house. Commercial
Nova Scotia communi- business and larger in- ing DVD’s) because to bring high-speed through a “push and assessment is one
ties. The bottleneck in dustry that opportunities download speed and internet to 95% of Nova pull” approach. The indicator of growth yes,
broadband connectivity for business retention reliability were incon- Scotia (households not negative forces at work but generally speaking,
is one that has con- and growth are being sistent. people). We beg to ask here include job losses, assuming improved con-
tinued to oppose rural stalled by either lack of •• Impediment to start- the question where and perceived value nectivity leads a specif-
Nova Scotia Communi- connectivity or very slow ing home businesses the 5% of remaining in the community. On ic municipality to some
ties since the’90s when service speeds. We en- due to the inability to households will be, but the other hand, when gains in repopulation
rural businesses started courage business lead- participate in on-line understand that answers adequate connectivity is (recent grads, boomer-
seeing the opportunities ers to consider exporting ecommerce supply will come. We are after in place, economic gain angers, immigrants) or
in basic e-commerce and e-commerce with an chain activities. all looking at a complex in our regions is heavily increasing numbers of
and streamlined busi- on-line digital strategy •• Negative education- issue where even a influenced in a posi- home-based businesses
ness communications. while at the same time, al impacts for K-12 handsome 120M is still tive direction, regions and online presence of
IT start-ups popped reassuring that we will and post-secondary 380M short of the 100% become more globally a community, builds the
out of everywhere to continue to work in our students. The lack of solution we heard about competitive and service vitality of that munici-
supply the demand for best capacity to push highspeed internet over a decade ago. offerings in our rural pality further positioning
rudimentary business the communications access is placing Getting business and communities simply it for additional invest-
websites for everything agenda with our other rural students at a investment ready means become better. The op- ment and an increasing
from campgrounds to REN partners in the disadvantage relative adequate communi- portunities are endless tax base. New bodies in
convenience stores and province. The need here to their urban peers. cations infrastructure - Broadband Networks the community also be-
change happened just is not only basic connec- that gives us the best allow rural regions to come ambassadors for
like that. tion, but at upload and All of the above chance of economic become ‘virtual urban growth and attraction.
As our needs for download speeds that issues are related to success. areas’. Connectivity isn’t just
bandwidth grew and keeps up with the speed the economic growth I say communications about Netflix or calling
exceeded the vast of business in 2018. potential of our province and not just broadband, Rural Broadband friends… it’s about
limitations of dial-up I will refer to the doc- and are ones that Nova simply because the Forces at Work the critically important
and satellite service, ument released “Review Scotia’s RENs encoun- business connectivity economic growth – the
pressure came down on of Alternatives for High ter every day. Chinese bottleneck in rural Nova The push: heartbeat of every
the Provincial Govern- Speed Internet” pro- equipment manufacturer Scotia goes deeper than municipality in Nova
ment and a promise was duced last year by the Huawei introduced Glob- that. Business owners •• Accounts for 25-50% Scotia.
made in 2007 to deliver Nova Scotia Department al Connectivity Index have been using basic of rural job loss. Adequate broadband
broadband connectivity of Business which noted (GCI) which suggests phones or smart phones •• Value of connectivity connectivity and mo-
to 100% of Nova Sco- that through public con- a direct link between for decades to stay is 2nd only to ‘safe bility coverage are the
tians within two years. sultation it was deter- connectivity and Gross connected to customers streets’ in picking a implements to give our
Of course we know mined that: Domestic Product (GDP). and suppliers however; place to live (1st for rural enterprises confi-
that this didn’t come to This is supported by the the infrastructure still MDUs) dence and abilities to
fruition, granted, we’ve •• Businesses in Nova findings that a GCI per- lags behind the need. startup, grow markets
discovered that the Scotia are experienc- centage point increase There are handfuls of The pull: and affords our regions
solution isn’t as easy as ing loss of staff and (in other words, the level Nova Scotia Communi- the capability to have a
simply applying a cook- facing challenges at which good quality ties without cell cover- •• Connectivity rep- fair shake at attracting
ie-cutter approach to in attracting staff broadband is available), age – a stopping point resents 75% of new business. Connec-
building better tools for due to quality of life means the GDP for for business growth and economic gain; 90% tivity and the innovative
business. Nova Scotia is issues. the geographic area population retention. of income growth approaches to using it
a significant geographi- •• The lack of high- in question increases There is no silver bullet, •• Desired ahead of gives rural Nova Scotia
cal area to cover and In- speed internet by 1.4-1.9%. Adequate but a strategy to alcohol, chocolate, enterprises the ability to
ternet Service Providers options for tourists is communication technolo- connect rural Nova sex or cars compete and succeed
(ISP) build their business considered detrimen- gies are simply essential Scotia businesses to •• Regions can be glob- anywhere in the world!
justifications on a busi- tal to attracting and to grow our rural econ- markets and new op- al competitors only if By leveraging connectiv-
ness case – not enough retaining tourists in omies and we have to portunity should include they have competitive ity to streamline busi-
potential customers, rural regions. begin discussing and mobility access as the broadband ness processes, reduce
weak business case for •• Inability to develop addressing the problem other main consideration •• CRTC says it is costs and improve effi-
a significant investment. land purchased due this way so that appro- for business retention essential for rural ciency, enterprises will
We don’t blame them for to lack of broadband priate attention and and attraction as well as Canada: education, push on as the true driv-
that after all, they are in internet services. resources are put to it. quality of life for those healthcare, com- ers of innovation and
business for a reason. •• Additional costs I believe that the who choose to call rural merce, society Nova Scotia’s Regional
We have to however, incurred to send staff Nova Scotia Dept. of NS home. Enterprise Networks will
look at the other busi- to internet connected Business have done Putting this into some Source: Barry Gander, be there every step of
nesses in our province areas to complete some great work to real context of economic i-Valley, 2018 the way.
Council notes
From page 1 Council received a let- update, including plans
ter concerning unsightly for Scotia Days in July.
different speed-limit premises and associated A highlight of this year's
zones. He heard from health concerns regard- Scotia Days festival will
council that the town has ing a Main St. property. be a reunion for former
received complaints from Mayor Ralph Hadley said students of Mulgrave's
residents that trucks the building inspector will school on July 14. A mar-
sometimes cut people look into the matter and ket will also take place at
off. Van Zupten said he report back to the town. the marina on four days
would look into any spe- Also at Monday's over the summer.
cific concerns that have meeting, council re- In other business,
arisen. ceived a recreation dept. council moved that Mayor
Hadley be appointed to
represent the town on
the ESREN's liaison over-
Murphy's Law will return... sight committee.
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CECGA year-end awards John Peacock named StFX Chancellor
The highest honour a for Education “Strait to •• Junior Male and Fe- StFX University’s10th says Peacock. “For both and thank Dr. Susan
Nova Scotia Grade 11 Excellence Award.” Patsy male Athlete: Matthew Chancellor will be John Adrienne and myself, Crocker, StFX’s ninth
student can be awarded Borden is Chedabucto Ed- Connolly, Vanesa Dort Peacock, a StFX alum- our time at StFX was a Chancellor, for her ser-
is the Lieutenant Gover- ucation Centre/Guysbor- •• Senior Male and nus and highly respected wonderful experience. vice and tireless dedi-
nor’s Medal. Two medals ough Academy’s Program Female Athlete: Tyrese Canadian corporate and More than just a learning cation. “Susan was the
are awarded at each Leader, African Canadian Borden and Alexandra philanthropic leader. experience, our student first female and the first
senior high school in the Heritage and Friendship MacDonald Peacock is the retired days helped shape our lay person to hold this
province annually for their Centre and Bobby Pelley •• Nova Scotia School Executive Vice-President lives for the better. It position and we are very
commendable perfor- is a Bus Driver/Lunch Athletic Federation of Fednav Limited, where is indeed a privilege for grateful for her contribu-
mance in the courses in Time Supervisor. This Good Sport Awards: he continues to serve on me to be able to play my tions in advancing the
which they are enrolled award recognizes employ- Matthew Connolly and the Board of Directors. part in promoting that university,” he says.
as well as demonstrating ees for their outstanding Taya Lucas-Desmond He is also on the Board same excellent founda- Mr. Peacock has over
qualities of leadership contributions, commit- •• Shelley Haynes Memo- of Teekay Offshore tion for the next genera- 40 years accounting
and service in the school ment and excellence in rial Award: Olivia Hart; Partners, and although tions of students.” and senior business
and community. Guysbor- the workplace. awarded annually to retired from his various Michael Boyd, Chair leadership experience.
ough Academy’s recipi- Sarah Mohrez rep- the Grade 10 student community boards, he is of the StFX Board of He retired in 2007
ents of this prestigious resented Chedabucto who best combines very active in pursuing Governors, says the from Fednav Limited, a
award for the 2017-2018 Education Centre with diligence in studies the philanthropic inter- university is thrilled to Canadian ocean-going,
school year were Aidan her Heritage Fair project with participation and ests of The Peacock welcome Peacock to the dry-bulk ship-owning and
Halloran and Rebecca on “Canada Dry” at the leadership in extra-cur- Family Foundation, which role. “John has enjoyed a chartering group. Joining
MacKeen. The Chignecto Heritage Fair Provincials ricular activities. he established when he distinguished career and as Fednav’s Treasurer
Central Regional, Strait at Saint Mary’s University •• Mendis Award: Liam retired from Fednav. brings much expertise in 1979, he became
Regional and Cape Bret- May 31 to June 1. Avery; award given to Peacock and his wife as a recognized leader Vice-President Finance
on-Victoria Board ceremo- a Grade 11 male stu- Adrienne are StFX grad- nationally and interna- in 1984 and joined the
ny was held on Wednes- Awards Ceremony: dent active in sports, uates from the Class of tionally. All the while he board of directors. In
day, June 6, 2018 at the serious about his 1963. Both have re- has maintained a deep 1998, Mr. Peacock was
Port Hawkesbury Civic •• Jean Andre Pellerine studies, and respect- mained strong support- commitment to StFX, un- appointed Executive
Centre. His Honour, The Award: Tyrese Borden; ed by students and ers and actively involved derstanding the import- Vice-President of Fednav
Honourable Arthur J. LeB- awarded to a student staff. at their alma mater. Mr. ant role the institution and President and Chief
lanc ONS, QC, Lieutenant who excels in and •• James Russell Me- Peacock has given his has played in developing Operating Officer of Fed-
Governor of Nova Scotia outside of school in morial Award (Grade time and talent, serving students for the better- nav International Ltd.,
and Regional Education sports. 6 student): Brooklyn on the Coady Interna- ment of society,” Boyd the group’s principal
Officer, Sherman En- •• NSSAF Exemplary Jordan; awarded to tional Institute Advisory says. operating subsidiary. Pri-
gland, on behalf of Zach Athlete Award (rep- a student who exem- Board and Mrs. Peacock “We are extremely or to joining Fednav, Mr.
Churchill, minister of resented school at plifies the qualities serving on the StFX proud to welcome John Peacock was a partner
Education and Early Child- Celebration of School of hard work and Board of Governors. as Chancellor,” says with Clarkson Gordon
hood Development made Sport Banquet in perseverance while a They are Coady Interna- StFX President Dr. Kent (now Ernst & Young) in
the presentations. Halifax): Coach – Ms. student at CEC. tional Institute Honorary MacDonald. “A StFX Montreal, Canada. He
Congratulations to Alicia Mills / Athletes •• 2018 Special Olym- Patrons. Together, they champion through and has served on many
Patsy Borden and Bobby – Tyrese Borden, Alex- pics Athletes: Braden established the Dr. John through, and a gracious boards which has in-
Pelley on being nomi- andra MacDonald and MacRae, Cowen Mac- T. Sears Chair in Corpo- and humble man, he has cluded being Chairman,
nated for, and selected, international student Rae, Calum Connolly, rate Responsibility at always gone above to Oceanex Inc; Chairman,
as a recipient of the Pacharaporn Cho- Carson Sponagle and StFX in recognition of support StFX. He brings McGill University Health
Strait Regional Centre soongnone (Pear). Michaela LeFler-Dixon Mr. Peacock’s former extensive experience in Centre Foundation; Gov-
professor who greatly the corporate world, has ernor of the Foundation
impacted his academic been a wonderful philan- of Quebec University
experience while he was thropist, and has a deep Athletics, Director, Mon-
a student. belief in the value of a treal General Hospital
“StFX is a special StFX education. We are Foundation and Trustee,
place, and I am hon- looking forward to his McCord Museum.
oured and delighted inspired leadership.” He takes on the role
to be able to take on Boyd also took the of StFX Chancellor on
the role of Chancellor,” opportunity to recognize September 1, 2018.
THE MUNICIPALITY OF THE DISTRICT OF GUYSBOROUGH
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
FACILITY MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE
MODG has an immediate opening for one Facility Maintenance Employee. This is
a full-time, permanent position with a six month probationary period with a start
date in July, 2018. The normal working hours will be Monday to Friday from 8:00
a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with weekend and overtime rotation work as required.
This position will be responsible for maintaining various municipal properties THE MUNICIPALITY OF THE DISTRICT OF GUYSBOROUGH
including operation of an ice plant, HVAC systems, boilers and will have a manual SUMMER STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
labour component. A detailed job description for the position outlining all duties
and qualifications is available by contacting the undersigned or by visiting www. The Municipality of the District of Guysborough is currently accepting applications
modg.ca. for the following summer student positions:
Applicants must hold at least a valid Power Engineers Class 4 or Class 2 Public Works General Labourer Student Position– 2 Guysborough Based (9 weeks)
Refrigeration Ticket and have completed relevant post-secondary training. The Public Works General Labourer Student Position– 1 Canso Based (9 weeks)
salary range for this position is $42,654.79- $48,473.35 based on experience/
education. Students will be directly responsible in carrying out maintenance, mowing,
painting, property cleanup and general labour. This position will require
This position requires an individual with excellent communication skills and the experience in the above and strong communication skills.
ability to deal directly with the public. Knowledge of and the ability to utilize,
computers and word processing software is a requirement. The normal hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday and
the rate of pay is $11.50/hr. The anticipated start date is Tuesday, July 3rd,
Applications (cover letter, resume, references) for this position will be received 2018 and end date is Friday, August 31st, 2018. Students must be returning to
by the undersigned up to and including Friday, June 22nd, 2018 before 4:00 p.m. an educational institution in the Fall (either High School or Post-Secondary) and
Applications should be clearly marked APPLICATION – Facility Maintenance provide proof of enrollment. Applications for these positions will be received by
Employee and may be submitted in person, by mail or email to the following the undersigned up to and including Tuesday, June 27th @ 4:30 p.m. Applications
address: may be submitted in person, by mail or email to the following address:
Ashley Cunningham Ashley Cunningham
Municipal Clerk/HR Coordinator Municipal Clerk/HR Coordinator
Municipality of the District of Guysborough Municipality of the District of Guysborough
33 Pleasant Street, P.O. Box 79 33 Pleasant Street, P. O. Box 79
Guysborough, NS B0H 1N0 Guysborough, NS B0H 1N0
acunningham@modg.ca acunningham@modg.ca
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St. Mary’s Education Centre / Academy Awards Ceremony 2017-2018
Grade 7 – Amy Hudry Grade 10 – Scott Hudson Andrew Park, Jimin Lee, Manami Kubo, Ozan Avar,
Zizhi Chen, Zulal Cevher, Rebecca Bovo, Luisa
•• Scholar’s List: Victoria Baker, Josie Hudson, •• Honour Roll: Jimin Lee Mendoza
Patrick MacGinn, Ciara Mills, Casey Pace, •• Principal’s List: Cole Beaver, Manami Kubo, Paula
•• Abby Reeves, Enya Sawlor, Nathaniel Stuit MacLennan, Cobra Craig, Abigayl Tate •• Student Ambassadors: Beth Horne, Laura Smith,
•• Staff Award: Victoria Baker, Nathaniel Stuit, Abby •• Principal’s List with Excellence: Zizhi Chen, Emily Graci Fleet, Paige Myers, Nathan Langley
Reeves, Patrick McGinn Dugas, Maya Vickery
•• Outstanding Student Award: Abby Reeves •• Staff Award: Lucas MacDonald, Cole Beaver,
•• Outstanding Student Award: Nathaniel Stuit Andrew Park, Chloe Hebb, Manami Kubo, Co-Curricular Awards Presentations
•• Emily Dugas, Zizhi Chen
•• Outstanding Student Award: Zizhi Chen •• GSA: Terry-Hanna Pearo
Junior Girls Soccer – Nick MacDonald •• HALT: Jen-Madison Harpell, Elyssa Wilson
•• HRY: Terry-Ryan McGinn, Graci Fleet
•• Coaches Award: Breanna Lively Badminton – Scott Hudson \ Dana Jewers •• Jack.Org: Jan-Madison Harpell
•• Coaches Award: Natalya Mailman •• Student Council Committee: Terry-Ryan McGinn,
•• Coaches Award: Chaslynn MacLeod •• Junior MVP: Josie Hudson, Christian Stuit Tara Spears
•• MIP: Patrick McGinn •• Music: Terry-Hannah Pearo, Cameron Kaiser
•• Senior MVP: Jaron Kennedy, Emma Tibbo •• NSSSA Leadership: Beth-Madison Harpell
Junior Boys Soccer – Rob Canning •• MIP: Jonah Hatton
•• 3D: Nathaniel Stuit Athletes Of The Year
•• Coaches Award: Sam McGinn Grade 11 – Brian Jones
•• MVP: Christian Stuit •• Junior: Sam McGinn
•• Honour Roll: Jaron Kennedy •• Junior: Christian Stuit
•• Principal’s List: Cameron Kaiser, Zulal Cevher •• Senior: Ozan Avar
Grade 8 – Richie MacIsaac •• Principal’s List with Excellence: Emma Tibbo, •• Senior: Logan Kennedy
Elyssa Wilson, Megan Turner, Noah Baker,
•• Scholar’s List: Jann Farnsworth, Kaylee Fleet, •• Kyla MacDonald
Alana Langley, Breanna Lively, Keiara Mailman, •• Staff Award: Kyla MacDonald, Elyssa Wilson, Outstanding Students Of The Year
Logan McGrath, Christian Stuit, Cassidy Veinotte, Megan Turner, Cameron Kaiser, Noah Baker,
Dakota Westaway, Xander Dugas, Aidan Logan •• Zulal Cevher •• Junior: Christian Stuit
•• Staff Award: Jann Farnsworth, Breanna Lively, •• Outstanding Student Award: Elyssa Wilson •• Junior: Connor Veinotte
Keiara Mailman, Christian Stuit, Sam McGinn, •• Outstanding Student Award: Noah Baker •• Senior: Elyssa Wilson
Cassidy Veinotte, Kaylee Fleet, Alana Langley, •• Senior: Hannah Pearo
Xander Dugas, Logan MacGrath
•• Outstanding Student Award: Jann Farnsworth Track and Field – Dan Arpin \ Nick MacDonald \
•• Outstanding Student Award: Christian Stuit Beth Horne \ Patrick Marlow \ Kat MacLeod 2018 Positive Aging
•• Top Thrower: Cameron Kaiser Directory now available
Junior Girls Volleyball – Estrella Melong \ •• Top Runners: Ryan McGinn, Tyler Langille
Gracie Fleet •• Top Jumpers: Chloe Hebb, Christian Stuit Older Nova Scotians and "The Positive Aging
•• Senior Recognition Awards: Logan Kennedy, their families now have Directory has become
•• MIP: Kaylee Fleet Merissa Hirshfeld better access to up-to- a staple in households
•• MSP: Jann Farnsworth date information about throughout the province,"
•• MVP: Janelle Lively programs and services said Seniors Minister Leo
Special Olympics – Estrella Melong for seniors in the 2018 Glavine. "We are pleased
Positive Aging Directory. to make this important
Junior Boys Volleyball – Mike McGinn •• Nick Bezanson The directory features resource available online
information about active and in print for older
•• Rookie: Nathaniel Stuit living, caregiving and Nova Scotians and their
•• MIP: Rhett MacIsaac Grade 12 – Beth Horne support, employment families."
•• MVP: Sam McGinn\Christian Stuit and entrepreneurship, The directory is avail-
•• Honour Roll: Haley Baker, finances, health and able online. To request a
•• Principal’s List: Paige Myers, Laura Smith, Merissa wellness, housing, safety free print copy, visit www.
Senior Girls Volleyball – David MacDonald Hirshfeld, Madison Dort, Graci Fleet, Mikayla Fleet and security and trans- novascotia.ca/seniors/
•• Principal’s List with Excellence: Caleb Jordan, portation. directory/ or call 211.
•• MIP: Megan Turner Hannah Pearo, Angela Rudolph, Madison Harpell,
•• MIP: Tara Spears Nathan Langley, Logan Kennedy, Tara Spears
•• MVP: Laura Smith •• Staff Award: Graci Fleet, Paige Myers, GUYSBOROUGH JOURNAL OFFICE HOURS:
•• Merissa Hirshfeld, Madison Harpell, Tara Spears,
Hannah Pearo, Logan Kennedy Monday to Friday – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Grade 9 – John Van de Weil •• Outstanding Student Award: Hannah Pearo Weekends – CLOSED
•• Outstanding Student Award: Logan Kennedy
•• Honour Roll: Caleb-Devan Mailman, James
Reeves, Chaslynn MacLeod, McKayla Naugler
•• Principal’s List: Josh Elsworth, Zachary Wilson, Senior Boys Softball – Mike McGinn \ WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Matthew Burns, Janelle Lively Richie MacIsaac
•• Principal’s List with Excellence: Connor Veinotte Send us your views in a letter to the editor and
•• Staff Award: Connor Veinotte, Caleb-Devan •• Most Offensive: Jaron Kennedy we’ll be happy to share them with our readers.
Mailman, Zachary Wilson, Chaslynn MacLeod, •• Most Defensive: Logan Kennedy, Ryan McGinn
Natalya Mailman, Carson Baker, Matthew Burns, Letters must be submitted either in digital
Lucas Greencorn format or typed / neatly printed. Handwritten
•• Outstanding Student Award: Caleb-Devan Mailman NSSAF Awards – David MacDonald submissions will not be accepted. All
•• Outstanding Student Award: Connor Veinotte submissions are subject to editing.
Presented by Scott Hudson
NSSAF Northumberland Regional Director Please limit letters to a maximum of 600 words.
Junior Boys Basketball – Rob Canning Include author name, address – including
•• Good Sport Award: Kaylee Fleet, Christian Stuit community of residence, and phone number.
•• MIP: Aidan Logan Letters must be received no later than noon,
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•• MVP: Christian Stuit Smith, Logan Kennedy
Email submissions to:
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Senior Boys Basketball – John Van de Weil \ Kennedy, Ozan Avar, John Van de Weil
Jack MacDonald \ Patrick Marlow Mail submissions to:
•• NSSAF International Student Participants: The Guysborough Journal
•• Hustle Award: Andrew Park Andrew Park, Jimin Lee, Manami Kubo, Ozan Avar, Box 210, Guysborough, NS B0H 1N0
•• Defensive Player: Sam Pye Zizhi Chen
•• MVP: Ozan Avar •• International Students – Student Ambassadors: Unsigned letters will NOT run in The Journal.
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SMECA 2017-2018 Awards
Most Outstanding Academic Student Awards, from left to right: Elyssa Wilson-Se-
nior, Most Outstanding Academic Student; Christian Stuit-Junior, Most Outstanding
Celebration of School Sport Awards, pictured from left to right: Ozan Avar, Graci Academic Student; Connor Veinotte-Junior, Most Outstanding Academic Student.
Fleet, Logan Kennedy and Scott Hudson;NSSAF Representative. Missing from photo is Hannah Pearo, Senior Most Outstanding Academic Student.
Athlete of the Year Awards, from left to right: Ozan Avar-Senior Athlete of the year,
Logan Kennedy-Senior Athlete of the Year, Christian Stuit-Junior Athlete of the Year.
Missing from photo: Sam McGinn-Junior Athlete of the Year. Various award winners. Contributed Photos
BO R N
W I T H Sea Legs
A beautiful sunset serves to signal the end of a hard day's work at sea.
Fallon Conway ⚓ Sea Maiden Photography
www.guysboroughjournal.com Wednesday, June 20, 2018 • Guysborough Journal • Page 9
Goshen Gospel Celebrates Grads
Goshen Gospel church was beautifully decorated in the green and gold of St.
Mary's Academy when five of the graduates were served a dinner held in their hon- Pastor John Luten poses with the five graduates who had been in the church's
our. After partaking of a delicious meal and a special cake, each one shared his/ children's programs in earlier years. All had attended the Sunday morning service
her plans for the immediate future. Pictured above, left to right: Nathan Langley, where the message was a special one for them and at the close a Bible was pre-
Country Harbour; Logan Kennedy, Goshen; Laura Smith, Country Harbour; Madison sented to each one. Then they, along with the family members and congregation,
Dort, Country Harbour; Paige Myers, Goshen. made their way to the fellowship room for the meal. Lewis MacIntosh Photos
CECGA year-end awards
Sarah Mohrez (Heritage Tyrese Borden (Jean An-
Aidan Halloran (Lieutenant Governor’s Medal). Rebecca MacKeen (Lieutenant Governor’s Medal). Fair). Contributed Photos dre Pellerine Award).
Alexandra MacDonald and Vanesa Dort and Matthew
Brooklyn Jordan (James Rus- Olivia Hart (Shelley Haynes Tyrese Borden (Senior Athletes Connolly (Junior Athletes of the
sell Memorial Award). Liam Avery (Mendis Award). Memorial Award). of the Year). Year).
Alicia Mills, Alexandra MacDonald, Tyrese Borden Braden MacRae, Cowen MacRae, Calum Connolly,
and Pacharaporn Chosoongnone (NSSAF Exemplary Carson Sponagle and Michaela LeFler-Dixon (2018 Bobby Pelley and Patsy Borden (Strait to Excellence
Athlete Awards). Special Olympics Athletes). Award).
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Arts and Culture
Guysborough student finalist in arts competition
By Lois Ann Dort sion for art, resulted in performing arts, digital the exhibit. Cacanindin
her work being featured multimedia and music. said it was interesting to
GUYSBOROUGH – Gabri- in an exhibit at the Art She was a finalist in the have people talk to her
elle Cacanindin, a Grade Gallery of Nova Scotia Art Gallery of Nova Sco- about her work and she
12 student at Guys- (AGNS) in Halifax. tia Award for Excellence added, “My mom was
borough Academy, has In April, Cacanindin in Visual Arts category really proud.”
always been a doodler; sent a submission to and was invited to partic- The experience
decorating school as- the Minister's Awards ipate in the exhibit. introduced Cacanindin
signments and her world for Creative Excellence The piece chosen for to her artistic peers
with interpretations of in the Arts which recog- display was a portrait whose work she found
thoughts and life around nizes Grade 12 students of Cacanindin's sister very impressive. “The
her. Last week, that pas- who excel in visual arts, which she created in a winner did three small
digital drawing program. instalments in India ink;
Although doodling you can tell the time and
was her entry into visual focus she had in those
arts, Cacanindin told The pieces and how invested
Journal on Tuesday that she was in it. There were
she now prefers to work also other pieces, that
in the digital medium. you could tell, they were
The program she cur- educated in the subject.
rently uses allows her I was shocked that I fit
to start an image from in with all the others who
scratch, making sketch- had all that experience
es, that can be built and all that knowledge.”
upon with numerous This foray into art
layers. is just the beginning of
Cacanindin, a self- Cacanindin's artistic tra-
taught artist, was very jectory; she'll be attend-
excited about her debut ing the digital animation Gabrielle Cacanindin, a finalist in the Minister's Awards
at the AGNS. Her mother program at the Truro for Creative Excellence in the Arts, poses at the Art Gal-
and sister also attended NSCC campus in the fall. lery of Nova Scotia with her art work. Contributed Photo
Puzzle Junction Crossword
EIGHT LIVES LEFT: A NSP crew went above the call of
duty on June 13 with the rescue of a frightened feline
in Canso. Mike Hanhams Photo
HELP WANTED
The Port Bickerton Planning Association is looking
for an Adult Interpretive Guide to work from July
1 to September 30. Weekend work required. Four
day rotating shift, 9 am to 5 pm.
Wages are $11.15 per/hr. Must be able to climb
several sets of stairs multipliable times a day.
Please forward resume to:
P.O. Box 142, Bickerton West, NS B0J 1A0
Attention: Don Dodge
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