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Published by Around&About, 2020-04-07 09:37:41

Around & About April 7-2020 Issue 14, Vol.24

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Stay HOME! www.aroundandabout.ca PERSONAL
Protect April 7, 2020 Issue #14 - Volume 24 PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT
OUR Community! Domtar In The Fight
Against Covid-19 NEEDED
Thank you to all
wehsosceannt’itasl wtaoyrkheormse By Rosalind Russell - Producing ERHHC has received offers of
products deemed essential to combat the assistance with Personal
69992019 sportsman 570 COVID-19 virus is the focus of operations
at the Domtar Mill in Espanola. Protective Equipment (PPE).
$ $79 Regional Public Affairs Manager Bonny
Biweekly OAC Skene says their production lines We appreciate the community’s
continue running since many of their willingness to help.
Warning: ATVs can be hazardous to operate. Polaris adult models are for riders age 16 and older. For your safety,always products are deemed essential in the fight
wear a helmet,eye protection and protective clothing,and be sure to take a safety training course. For safety and training against the virus, including pulp used for If you have PPE available made
information in the U.S.call the SVIA at (800) 887-2887. You may also contact your Polaris dealer or call Polaris at (800) tissue products, materials for personal by a regulated manufacturer,
342-3764. For safety training in Canada,contact your local Polaris dealer. Polaris Industries Inc. © hygiene products and paper products for please send an email to:
sanitary, single-use food services.
[email protected] She adds there are a number of procedural [email protected]
changes in place to protect the workers in
Green Today. Green For Life. their comprehensive Pandemic Response so that we can evaluate the
SOLID WASTE & RECYCLE SERVICES Policy including physical distancing suitability of products for use by
between workers, constant sanitizing
705-869-2447 of equipment, restricted access and ERHHC healthcare workers,
SEPTIC AND PORTABLE TOILETS screening contractors. and confirm whether they meet
Skene says where possible, employees our required safety standards.
705-869-2448 are working out of their homes and using
NEED A WASTE BIN OR CONTAINER? teleconferencing to ensure a smooth day- ERHHC will follow-up
to-day operation at the mill. appropriate offers as needed.

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Sales & Service military troops along our shared border in the experts.” Then label anyone with sound

Singh Dentistry order to keep Canadians from entering the knowledge trying to share it as an “elitist.”

United States. By that date New York State Misspelled road signs like “Go Slo” are

Dr. Maninder Singh registered 59,513 coronavirus victims and being replaced with pictures for Americans

FOR ALL OF 965 dead as refrigerated trucks lined up in who can’t or prefer not to read words. Of the
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movie at the North Park followed by a beer School of Medicine and has authored 212

and a beef-on-weck at Joey’s Bar. And if I scientific books concludes: “America’s

get turned back by the US military on the right to know is meaningless when we have

American side, I swear I’ll set off on a raft an ignorant population, and the function of

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the COVID-19 virus thereby surpassing enemy of the people”, “Democrats are

Italy and Spain to become the most virally terrorists” and you begin to understand

contagious country in the world I assure how a 40 million-strong support group of

you--Canadians are just dying to cross that uneducated, white, gun-loving, God-fearing,

SPACES AVAILABLE ESPACES DISPONIBLES border to buy cheaper dairy products and far right racists could well get President
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these people??? postpone the election “until further notice”

Always wanted that Ms. Prime Minister Chrystia Freedland and blame it on COVID-19. (Number six on
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renovation needs.
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their cars to those who still think we speak years.

“Eskimo” up here--every Canadian has By now even his staunchest supporters

[email protected] a ‘stupid American’ story. My favorite is must realize Trump has seriously bungled
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wrong-headed entitlement. The war cry of poll showed his popularity just jumped to

the army of right wing rubes who support 49%!

President Trump is: “My ignorance is just as Trump’s narcissism is monumental, his lying

good as your knowledge.” In his essay “A viral, his ignorance of everything except how

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Continued from page two... and somewhat entertaining. New School Construction Continues
Suddenly it’s deadly serious
reality TV works, staggering. and potentially lethal to the COVID-19 safety protocols project will be completed for
And 40 million Americans citizens of Canada because if September move-in, barring any
admire everyone of these twisted this president, emboldened by are in place for a major capital future shut-down order issued
traits because finally, their the unwavering support of the by the Ministry of Labour.
ignorant attitudes and biases are weak-minded masses does in school construction project in All measures are taken to prevent
being shouted out from where it fact order Americans back to the spread of COVID-19 must be
counts most, the White House in work too soon, this insidious Espanola. in compliance with requirements
Washington D.C. Yet as many as contagion could spread as under the Occupational Health
10 million loyal and unthinking fast and as hot as a California Huron-Superior Roman and Safety Act and public health
evangelicals continue to support wildfire--mere meters from directives issued by the Ontario
the Devil’s own posterboy when Canadian soil. Then there will Catholic School Board Manager Chief Medical Officer of Health.
it comes to breaking the Ten be troops along the border- The double school will house
Commandments. As America -ours! Overnight Canada’s of Plant Services Steve Brown French Catholic and English
sinks deeper and deeper into number one priority could Catholic students in a shared
this quagmire of contagion, become driving backAmericans says at this time the new double environment.
diabolically, President Trump’s trying to flee a killer plague of
popularity is on the rise. “Our Biblical proportions. school build in Espanola is
ignorance shouts down your Watching Trump used to be
science and our religion makes a funny, like getting a kick out advancing, with precautionary
vaccine unnecessary.” of the loud mouth drunk in the
Trump keeps insisting that airport lounge until you find out measures in place.
COVID-19 “came out of he’s also the pilot!
nowhere” but it was he who This includes physical
dismantled the National Security To buy a book or invite humorist
Council Directorate whose William Thomas To be your distancing and sanitization
mandate was to prepare America guest speaker, go to
for the next pandemic! www.williamthomas.ca stations.
Watching Trump degrade [email protected]
this once-great democracy to He adds they are hopeful the
our south used to be puzzling
OPP Warns Of New COVID-19 Frauds

The Manitoulin Detachment of to the disease.
How to Protect Yourself
the Ontario Provincial Police • Check the CanadianAnti-Fraud
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(OPP) would like to remind ca .
• Find the latest health
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public-health/services/diseases/
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will attempt to profit from novel-coronavirus-2019
• Beware of unauthorized or
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and misinformation. You should never be pressured
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The following few examples If you think you or someone you
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The federal government is announced last Thursday, • Private companies offering
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of in-person Service Canada unemployed workers who ‘fast’ covid-19 tests for sale;
centres over COVID-19 seek employment insurance
concerns. benefits since the vast majority • Fraudulent and deceptive
Locally, the Espanola site, of applications are done online.
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Island and the North Shore who don’t qualify for EI but
corridor has been closed since see their income dry up due to products, hand sanitizers and
last week. COVID-19 will be available
The Elliot Lake centre is now through an online application. other items in high demand;
closed. The web portal is targeted for
The Liberals say the move, opening early next month. • Malicious email campaigns

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OBITUARY IN MEMORIAMS

Gagne – Edmond of Espanola passed
away at the Manitoulin Centennial Manor
on March 26, 2020 at the age of 87. Dear
son of the late Octave & Mauda (nee
Leclair) Gagne. Loving father of Dan
(wife Judith) of Webbwood, Jocelyne
Harvey Smith (husband Bill) of Sunridge
and Larry (wife Linda) of Espanola.
Cherished by 6 grandchildren and 11
great grandchildren. Dear brother of Rita
Dubreuil (husband Leo) of McKerrow
and the late Lorio and Armand Gagne. A
graveside service will be at a later date in
the spring in the Espanola Cemetery. Arrangements by
BOURCIER FUNERAL HOME Ltd, Espanola.

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located at 120 Tudhope St. (across drywall, mud, paint, baseboards,
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Amanda at (705)822-6161 to book cupboards, vanities, parging,
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Espanola Area Friendship Circle Alzheimer Support Group -
will NOT be meeting until further notice because of CoViD-19.
Clothes Closet - Due to the Covid-19 virus the Clothes Closet
at Calvary Baptist Church will be closed until further notice.

Do you have a NOTE for the Community?

We invite not-for-profit organizations to submit information on
their upcoming events in writing no later than
Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. 25 Word Limit.
E-mail: [email protected]

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Canada Post is looking for Recipe
Mail Delivery Contractors:
My sister made these bagel
Imagine that you could make the open road your office. As balls with her kids the other day
an on-call contractor for Rural and Suburban Mail delivery, and recommends I try them.
you can. We’re recruiting for dependable, organized She said they were really easy
individuals to deliver mail on an on-call basis to various to make and super delicious. I
communities. picked up the ingredients and
If you enjoy working with the public and independently, as am anxious to make them this
well as operating a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather weekend. Thought I’d share the recipe so you can try them too.
and traffic conditions, then you’re ready to embark on a Stuffed Bagel Balls
rewarding career and call the open road your office. • 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
As an on-call contractor with Canada Post, you’ll be working • 2 teaspoons baking powder (make sure it’s not expired, or it won’t rise)
with an organization focused on growth and innovation, and • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt (use less if using table salt)
recognized as one of Canada’s top employers and best corporate • 1 cup Greek yogurt (not regular yogurt, it will be too sticky)
citizens. Along with receiving a competitive salary, you will • half package cream cheese, cut into 8 cubes
have the opportunity to grow with us and discover your career • 1 egg, beaten
potential, as you may be eligible to apply for any upcoming • optional toppings: everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds,
permanent Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier positions.
Mandatory Vehicle Requirements: poppy seeds, dried garlic flakes, dried onion flakes
• Possess a valid permanent provincial driver’s license Preheat oven to 375F. Place parchment paper or a silpat on a baking
• A minimum cargo capacity of 100 cu ft sheet. If using parchment paper, spray with oil to avoid sticking.
• Automatic Transmission In a medium bowl combine the flour, baking powder and salt and
• Power windows; whisk well. Add the yogurt and mix with a fork or spatula until well
• A metal roof-top and accessory power outlet to combined, it will look like small crumbles.
Lightly dust flour on a work surface and remove dough from the
accommodate a Canada Post sign and flashing light; bowl, knead the dough a few times until dough is tacky, but not
• The middle of passenger window sill that is between 38” sticky, about 15 turns (it should not leave dough on your hand when
you pull away). Divide dough into 8 equal balls. Flatten each ball
and 45” from the ground and maximum interior width of 56”; into circles, then place 1/2 tablespoon cream cheese on each. Fold
• Fifth door / hatchback to allow for oversized and bulky the dough over the cream cheese and roll into a ball. Repeat with the
remaining dough. Top with egg wash and sprinkle with seasoning
items to be loaded; (Preferred) of your choice if desired. Bake on the top rack of the oven for 25
• Provide and maintain the required automobile liability minutes. Let cool at least 10 minutes before eating.

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• Have a satisfactory safe driving record
• Possess a valid permanent provincial driver’s license
Send resume to:
Clive Henderson
Local Area Superintendent
1208 Richards Street
Richards Landing, ON
P0R1J0

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Espanola Municipal Budget Increase Reduced Espanola & Area
COVID-19 Assessment Centre
Before the COVID-19 protocols owner with an assessment of
were put in place, the first draft $100,000 will be about $45.74. Espanola & Area COVID-19 Assessment Centre hours
of the Espanola municipal Townsend says due to the have changed. The COVID Assessment call line
budget was presented to council COVID-19 protocols, no
with an increase of just over meetings are being held, but will now be open 7 days a week from 8am – 4pm.
six percent but that has been council is putting together The centre’s purpose is to assess and, only where
substantially reduced. a protocol to take care of appropriate, swab people who may be infected with
Back on January 22nd, Espanola important matters while still COVID-19.
CAO Cynthia Townsend meeting physical distancing
presented the 2020 budget requirements. Espanola Regional Hospital has added a drive-up testing
to council which included an She adds the date set to pass the centre in addition to the Mobile COVID Paramedicine
increase of 6.14% in the tax levy. budget is April 14th. Response Team to meet the needs of our community.
But, council asked for the Townsend says the budget will
departments to review their see a decrease in the Ontario The goal of this response team is to minimize the
budgets and bring those increases Municipal Partnership Fund significant number of patients presenting themselves to
down, which Townsend says grants, and increases in health Primary Care or the Emergency Department.
now sits at a proposed increase unit funding, bylaw enforcement The Assessment Centre is accessed by
of 2.29%. increase, fire and complex
The average increase to a home budgets and Care Van funding. appointment only.

EACOM Protecting Workers While Individuals with general questions must not call the
Continuing Operation Espanola COVID-19 Assessment Centre
Individuals will be referred after screening is done by
Protocols are in place to deal our inbound and outbound your community health provider, telehealth, public health
with COVID-19 at EACOM truckers; unit, Sagamok Wellness Centre, Birch Island Health
Timber Corporation’s Nairn • Restricting site visitors to Centre or the Domtar employee screening program.
Centre Sawmill, the second- those with a valid business
largest industrial company in reason and requiring visitors to Individuals must meet the
the North Shore. sign a self-declaration form; following criteria for an Assessment
EACOM President and CEO, • Safety Tool Box meetings Centre appointment:
Kevin Edgson, says the recent every day to review best
border closure with the United practices and new measures; 1. Symptoms:
States excludes lumber as it is • Enhanced cleaning protocols Fever (over 38 degrees Celsius) and/or cough (new or
considered a critical good and for all common areas and worsening) and/or shortness of breath
it must continue to be supplied. deployment of hand sanitizer; You can expect to be asked about:
That said, Edgson says they • Emphasizing social 2. Exposure History within the last 14 days prior to onset
have response teams in distancing and proper hygiene,
place at all their operations, as prescribed by the World of symptoms:
including Nairn Centre, who Health Organization; and a. Travel outside of Canada
will deal with the day-to-day • Implementing work- b. Had close interactions with a confirmed or probable
decisions based on what is best from-home arrangements,
for employees. conference call meetings, case of COVID-19
He adds they have also been the elimination of group c. Had close interactions with someone who has
working closely with local gatherings, and staggering
health authorities to ensure all breaks where possible. symptoms of COVID-19 who recently travelled
recommendations are in place, “This situation is unprecedented outside of Canada
including sanitization stations in living memory, things The Emergency Department is open 24/7
and physical distancing. are changing rapidly, and We ask anyone with mild/minor issues to seek care with
we are communicating with their family provider or contact Telehealth for further
We are following official employees frequently. To get direction.
recommendations, some of through it, we are counting Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board –
which include: on our team members to work Paramedic Services , Espanola Regional Hospital and
• Suspending all business together, look out for each Health Centre (ERHHC), Espanola and Area Family
travel (including upper other, and be thoughtful of Health Team, and Public Health Sudbury District –
management and inter-mill their actions,” adds Edgson. Espanola office wants to thank the public in advance for
travel); “EACOM is committed their cooperation.
• Requiring employees to to keeping our employees
self-isolate if they meet any safe while maintaining our
of the risk factors or present operations and continuing to be
symptoms; a vital economic driver in our
• Secure procedure for communities.”

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