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December 27, 2022 Issue #52- Volume 26 SCANNING SERVICES
FOR INVENTORY
Espanola Hospital PHOTO PRINTING
DEC 28-30TH Maintenance Staff Deliver OFFICE FURNITURE
Some Holiday Greetings
Green Today. Green For Life. Holiday Hours
SOLID WASTE & RECYCLE SERVICES Photo - Dean Riggs, Pierre Paradis, Josh
Boniakowski, Stephane Coulombe , Mark Store Hours Shop Hours
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SEPTIC AND PORTABLE TOILETS Dec 26th – 9-5 Dec 26th – CLOSED
By Dean Riggs - At this time of year Dec 27th – 8-6 Dec 27th – CLOSED
705-869-2448 the Maintenance Staff of the Espanola Dec 28th – 8-6 Dec 28th – 8-5
NEED A WASTE BIN OR CONTAINER? Hospital realized the need for some Dec 29th – 8-9 Dec 29th – 8-5
Holiday greetings for all residents . So Dec 30th – 8-9 Dec 30th – 8-5
OFFICE & ART SUPPLIES they reached out to all area schools to Dec 31st – 9-5 Dec 31st – CLOSED
make Christmas Cards and over 400 Jan 1st – CLOSED Jan 1st – CLOSED
were created and hand delivered to Jan 2nd – 8-6 Jan 2nd - CLOSED
the hospital . With this generosity all
residents including long term care, the Have A Safe
Queensway place, Acute care and the And Happy Holiday
Apartments received 3-4 cards each
made by students from grade 1 to grade 85 CENTRE ST, ESPANOLA
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Palliative Care awarded at this year’s
Dr. Chintan Raval
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Association of Ontario.
Now Accepting New Patients
She was recognized for her having helped
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HOURS: BOOK NOW has received a special accolade for the
MON 9AM-5PM
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FRI 10AM-3PM

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MARTIN’S SERVICES Espanola Council Awards Contract To Update Strategic Plan

Espanola’s updated Strategic Plan is new plan started back in early 2020, but

NEW TIRE SALES expected to be completed by June of next when the pandemic hit, the work was put

Install, balance and repair services. year, but not before there has been input on hold, and he did not start in his new
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Last week, Espanola council approved He says the Strategic Plan serves as a

hiring Municipal Planning Strategic community’s roadmap for the goals it

Associates, David King and Bill has and is designed to be a big-picture

Winegard to carry out the work of document toward a clearly defined vision

coordinating a consultation process that for the community.

includes input from council, staff, and He adds council also agreed to allocate

Tuwnwewin.etsopLaoncoallaClihoansncnleulb1.c0aor residents in putting together, first a draft $27,000 for the contract to come out of

(follow link to TV Bingo) plan to be presented early in the new year the modernization reserve with a healthy

and then, final document by June. $400,000 still available to implement the

CAO Allan Hewitt says the work on a plan.

Andrew Vondette Espanola Elks Suspend Sale Of Building

Computer I.T. & Network Specialist Members of the Espanola Elks voted in encouraged to join the organization.
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and continue the fundraising process
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asking for labour and materials for
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Dr. Maninder Singh Me campaign.
The members voted to put the building
Hours: FOR ALL OF up for sale due to finances but with the
Monday 9-5 YOUR DENTAL NEEDS support of the community over the last six
Tuesday Closed months has been able to re-evaluate the
Wednesday 9-5 State of the art facility situation and have decided to forge ahead
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Baxter Cup Goes To Espanola This Year out, there was no Highway Six,
only the rail line, so players
of the ten games (5 at each would travel back and forth on
Club) determines the winner. the train to take part.
Four trustees, two from each Each side has several players
club, see to it that the tradition who have participated for
continues. twenty or more years. This
Starting in 1925, it survived year is the 97th and somehow,
The Depression, accidental dips despite the pandemic and
in the North Channel, the Cup other challenges, the dedicated
being stolen (and found), World curlers continue the tradition.
War 2, and horrendous weather.
In fact, when they first started

Photo: The Baxter Cup is in Espanola this year. The 97-year-old is pretty
spry for being one of the longest and friendliest rivalries in the curling
world. Photo provided by Espanola Curling Club.

By Rosalind Russell - One of established the competition in
the longest-running, friendly 1925.
sports feuds has ended this It has been a staple of
year with the Espanola Curling the curling family and is
Club coming out on top with recognized at the national
the Baxter Cup. level for its longevity.
The Baxter cup competition Originally the Baxter Cup
has been going on for an games were twelve ends
astounding 97 years between (natural ice in February), but
the Espanola club and its this changed to ten ends and
counterpart in Little Current. the number of teams increased
The cup is named after George to ten from eight. They now
Baxter, a salesman who arrived play eight ends with a break
in Little Current in 1910 and in the middle. Total score

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EVENTS

By Pat Parker -  The local 6.Espanola Home Hardware Winter Carnival 2023 For general inquiries contact
Promote your business or Cheryl Kennelly – Supervisor
tribute car is in the Northern 7.Garnet’s Rental / U-Store organization by hosting or of Recreation & Community
sponsoring an event! 805-869-1961 ex 1-2212
Ford showroom for the winter. 8.OJ Graphics ckennelly@espanola.ca

Thanks to Braden Olinsky 9.Dan’s Towing & Recovery / Outdoor events welcome at SKATE-A- on for Pompe
the Lions Oval or at Boogie Research & Awareness
of OJ Graphix, it has a new Wash & Wax Mountain - Espanola Ski Hill Sat Feb 25th, 10:30am-5pm
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decal marking this second 10.North American Wraps include date, time and details as an individual or part of a
by Mon Jan 30, 12pm for team.
championship for the #22 Ford. 11.Guy’s Auto inclusion in the Community For info, registration &
Carnival Schedule donations visit
The car is sponsored by local 12.Town of Espanola For Boogie Mountain https://myevent.com/IMSkat
bookings & info email eAthon
businesses including: 13.Northern Ford Sales Ltd gm@boogiemountain.com. For info call the Recreation
Department at 705-869-1961
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2.Giant Tiger, Espanola Pictured here is Guy Bergeron

3. Napa Auto Parts, Espanola of Guy’s Auto & Glass

4. Co-operators Insurance,Espanola Service, kneeling beside his

5.Veteran’s Transportation of logo.  Photos provided by Pat

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Massey Area Museum’s 50/50 Draw - Draw is December 31st @ Employment Opportunity
1:00 p.m. Tickets now available from the Museum, Board Members
or Local Retailers. The One Tot Stop Day Care – A.B. Ellis site is looking for reliable,
Narcotics Anonymous meetings – Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, flexible, and caring individual for a Permanent Full Time Registered
7:00 p.m. United church, downstairs. 137 Shepard St. Espanola Early Childhood Educator posi�on and full �me childcare assistant
The Sunshine Senior Choir - meeting Tuesday mornings at 10:00 contract posi�on.
a.m. At the senior’s hall. Everyone welcome. For more info call Experience working with children is an asset. Successful applicants
Mariette at 705-869-1474. will be required to have a current vulnerable sector criminal reference
Parlowe Jammers - Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the check, valid First aid and up to date immuniza�on. An Early Childhood
Queensway Seniors drop in centre, Espanola, the Parlowe Jammers Educa�on diploma or registra�on in an Early Childhood Educa�on
will be playing music. For details call 705-665-6331 Program is required for the permanent posi�on.
Al-Anon - support for people affected by someone else’s drinking. Please send your resume and cover le�er to
Meetings every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. St. George’s Anglian Church, The One Tot Stop Day Care, Box 695 Massey, ON, P0P 1P0, or
Tudhope St., Espanola. More information at al-non.Org fax to 705-862-7279 or email to onetotstop@bellnet.ca
North Shore Seventh Day Adventist Church – service, sabbaths or drop off at 164 Mead Blvd, Espanola, ON
(Saturdays) 10:00 a.m. All welcome. 18 Menard Cres, Walford, by Wednesday December 21, 2022.
Spanish.
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OBITUARY

The family of Wesley Robert (Bob) Brill GILBERT, Elizabeth “Betty” – Passed away peacefully in her sleep
announces his sudden and unexpected with her family by her side on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at the
passing on Tuesday, December 13th, 2022 at age of 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Maurice “Bernie” Gilbert. She
the age of 78. He leaves behind his wife will be lovingly remembered by her children Ken Gilbert (Louise),
Valerie (Weight) Brill of Espanola, ON, Gerald Gilbert (Jacinthe), Fred Gilbert (late Linda) and Allan Gilbert
daughter Julia Brill of Sault Ste. Marie, ON, (Sharon). Betty was the proud grandmother and great grandmother of
and son Andrew Brill (Jessica) of Fort St. many. Daughter of the late Louis and Irene Broadhagen. She is
John, BC. Predeceased by his first infant son, survived by her brother Phillip Broadhagen. At her request, cremation
David. He leaves behind four grandchildren, will take place at River’s Edge Cremation Centre, Sault Ste. Marie,
all of whom put a sparkle in his eye: Emily ON. (Arrangements entrusted to Kerry Funeral Home, Wawa, ON
and Melany Brill, and chosen grandchildren 1-800-439-4937). www.kerryfuneralhome.ca
Tyson and Kelsey Tilley. Predeceased by his
parents, Ralph and Thelma Brill, sister LACHANCE, Edmond - Of Massey. After
Barbara Nichols (Allan), and sister-in-law Ann Zakem (Robbie). Survived proudly reaching the milestone of his 90th
by his brother Terry Brill (Patty) of Bracebridge, sisters-in-law Frances year, Edmond passed away at the Espanola
Caldarelli (Jack), Susan Presenza (Antonio), and brother-in-law Bob Weight Regional Hospital on December 6th, 2022.
(Lois), as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Born October 8, 1944, Dear son of the late Lionel & Anna (née
he was raised in Englehart and later North Bay, and met Valerie when he Lemieux) Lachance. Beloved husband of
returned to Laurentian University after travelling extensively abroad. Bob Carol (née Richards) Lachance of Massey.
was a “geographer first” (his words) and a respected teacher at Espanola High Loving father of Denise (Mark Langer) and
School where his students enjoyed listening to his many stories about life on a Colette of Ottawa, Christopher (Lise) of Val
kibbutz in Israel. He retired in 2000. Bob loved his cottage at Windfall Lake Caron and Colin. He is survived by his sister
and his Buffalo Bills, but most of all his family and friends. If so desired, Melrose of Barrie. Predeceased by his
donations may be made to the Espanola Long Term Care or the Food Bank, or brothers, Omer (Theresa), Romeo
a charity of your choice. “Go Bills, Go!” Cremation with a graveside (Réjeanne), Robert, and his sister Theresa
committal service in the Espanola Cemetery will be at a later date. Rainville (Edward) all of Massey. Edmond was employed for many years at
Arrangements by BOURCIER FUNERAL HOME Ltd, Espanola. Rio Algom Mines in Elliot Lake. Edmond was a multi-trade maintenance
Jones - Valentina Rochelle passed mechanic, hobby machinist and accomplished carpenter with an
suddenly on December 12, 2022. Born on unprecedented work ethic in all his endeavours. He was a lifelong learner who
February 14, 1972 Tina is the beloved could surf the net better than most to solve any problem and took immense
daughter of the late Viola Jones and Ted pride in assisting all those who asked. After retiring, he spent most of his
Naponse and dear stepdaughter to the late time at the family cottage on Whiskey Lake, leaving a legacy of
Jean Bobiwash. Loving sister to Jeff Jones accomplishments for family and friends to enjoy. Pépère will be sadly missed
(Karen) of Orillia, Samantha Jones of by his grandchildren and two loving great-grandchildren who enjoyed their
Sagamok and Carl Jones (Chisty) of Saturday morning coffee and cookie reunions. Special thanks to the Espanola
Massey. Devoted half sister to Laura Greer Hospital Nursing staff for their compassionate care and his niece Claudette for
(Jim predeceased), Ethel Fraser (Jack always being there. Cremation with a Memorial Mass at the Immaculate
predeceased), late Margaret Saikonenon Conception Roman Catholic Church, Massey will be at a later date in the
(Lawrence, both predeceased) late Gordon spring with interment in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery. If so desired,
Naponse (Kathleen), Linda Petahtegoose memorial tributes may be made to the Espanola Hospital Foundation. Funeral
(George), Vivian Naponse, Larry Naponse (Coralee), Jeff Naponse arrangements will be confirmed in the next few days. The website will be
(Dolores), Randy Naponse (Jeanne). Dear step-sister to Anthony updated as soon as arrangements are complete. Arrangements by
Recollet, Betty Recollet, Gary Recollet, Julie Recollet-Toulouse BOURCIER FUNERAL HOME Ltd., Espanola.
(Kevin) and Lloyd Recollet (predeceased). Cherished aunt to
Perri-Lynn Toulouse, Montana Massicotte, Tulsa Jones, Siarra Jones, Obituaries • InLovingMemory
Genevieve Jones, Vilena Toulouse, Corvin Jones and Draven Jones, ThankYouAds • BirthsorBirthdays
Taylor Owl and Nicole Owl. Sadly missed by her uncle Roger Anniversaries • Engagements
(Cheryl) Jones. Tina is deeply loved by many and will be missed by
her cousins who grew up with her as a sibling. Tina loved being To place your announcement call or email
outdoors, hiking, fishing and building sandcastles at the beach. Tina
loved music and dancing and was the life of the party preforming for 705-869-6883
her friends and family and always took a bow afterward. Tina was a around@aroundandabout.ca
beloved Nanny to so many babies through the years. Tina was a trained
firefighter for many years until her retirement from active duty. Her
accomplishments were many but by far the best was her ability to love,
being kind and her sense of humor and infectious laughter. Our hearts
are broken but we take solace in knowing that we will meet again, until
then baamaapii zaagi’go Valentina. Visitation will start on Saturday
December 16, 2022 in the New Community Centre, Sagamok at 1 PM.
Funeral Service will be on Monday December 19, 2022 in the New
Community Centre at 11 AM with cremation to follow. Arrangements
by BOURCIER FUNERAL HOME Ltd, Espanola

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Long-Time Sagamok Administrator Joins When you are positive with me,
L.U.’S Board Of Governors I feel hopeful.

Caring adults matter.

Sagamok-Anishinawbek First governance for years including Quand tu adoptes une attitude positive avec moi,
Nation former long-time community relations, strategic j’ai de l’espoir.
administrator has come out planning, administration, and
of retirement and has been financial managements. Les adultes
appointed for a three-year term He says she has over 25 years bienveillants comptent.
to Laurentian University’s of experience within First
Board of Governors. Nation and Tribal Council phsd.ca
Jeff Bangs, chair of the board, organizations, which will
says the board appointed stand her in good stead in her
Tammy Manitowabi last new role as governor.
Thursday adding the former
director with the First Nation Photo provided by Tammy
oversaw various aspects of Manitowabi

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