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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2014-07-16, Page 8FINAL MARKDOWNS! ONLY 11 HAYS REMAIN!! LOCATED AT: 467 MAIN STREET EXETER 519.235.01n EXETER Horne furniture AND APPLIANCES EVERYTHING MUST GO! SAIE BOUM MON-FRI 10-6 SAT /0-5 SUN 12-5 8 Huron Expositor • Wednesday, July 16, 2014 Multiculturalism in Huron County broader than most would expect Steph Smith QM! Agency The Multicultural Associa- tion Perth -Huron has been an integral part of bringing together newcomers and communities all over Huron County in order to educate people and create relationships. The association itself was started by a group of volun- teers and ran informally for about two years before it's official launch in October 2013 after the United Way Perth -Huron began provid- ing more structure. Ryan Erb, executive director of United Way Perth -Huron, said the pro- ject has met their expecta- tions, with the association seeing a lot of success in its first formal year. "It has absolutely met our expectations," he explained. "We've seen well over 200 family units come through the association. These indi- viduals also represent over 50 countries!" Erb said the association has also had a lot of luck in provid- ing unique mukicultural events to bring both newcomers and the community together. He said the main purpose of the association is to provide referral services for newcomers, but ultimately also to bring aware- ness to residents already living in Huron County that the area has many different cultures present. "The association puts on events to draw people from around the area in order to build connections and rela- tionships," Erb said. "Some of these events include the Multicultural Festival held in Goderich this past June and the upcoming Savour Strat- ford Festival, which will fea- ture a lot of unique and cul- tural foods:' Erb said there are a sur- prising number of differing cultures that make up Huron County. He said many of these individuals or families have lived in Huron County for years or generations, but may not have integrated well into the community because of language barriers or not having a sense of belonging. "Huron County is starting to see the spill over effect, meaning the cities where newcomers usually move to are coming to full capacity," Erb said. "Naturally, when the cities run out of room, people will start spreading out. An influx of culture is something that will happen in Huron County, it's just a matter of time." Erb said another draw to Huron County is the amount of lower -skill work opportuni- ties; although he said other counties, like Perth, have more. He said areas with a lot of lower skillwork opportuni- ties are also a second choice for those who originally BUILDING FOR SALE OR LEASE 519 235 0173 AEI SAM fIKAL 111:1 ENHANCES- NO FIRNAS - All MMIS SUBIECTTO FMB SALE sought employment in larger cities like Toronto. "Huron County, for its size, is also rich in cultural heritage," Erb said. "With more of these cultural assets in comparison to other counties of our size, that alone really sets a strong basis for drawing people here." Erb said the biggest chal- lenge the association faces is just trying to establish every- thing necessary to run a strong organization. "Establishing includes finding volunteers who are willing to dedicate their time to helping newcomers, as well as coming up with the policies and procedures," Erb said. "The goal is also to get the association funded, with it graduating from part- nering with the United Way in approximately the next two years, in order for the association to move on to something bigger." Steph Smith, 1:1M1 Agency The Multicultural Association of Perth -Huron, a project of United Way, was out to support the Multicultural Festival is Goderich. From left to right Mark Herlzberger, chair of the steering committee for the Multicultural Association of Perth -Huron, Jennifer Mills, a member of the steering committee and Dr. GezaWordofa, the associations founder. The association has had a successful first year. As for the overall multicul- turalism in Huron County, Erb said there is a lot more than one would expect because there are so many countries represented. "I think the multiculturalism of the area is changing more than people know or under- stand," Erb said. Blyth Festival offering complimentary tickets for veterans to Billy Bishop Goes to War Special to the Expositor In recognition of those who serve their country, Blyth Festival is offering compli- mentary tickets to the even- ing performance of Billy Bishop Goes to War on Tues., July 22 for members of the Canadian Armed Forces (cur- rent or retired). To reserve your two free tickets simply call the Blyth Festival Box Office at 519-523-9300 or toll free 1-877-862-5984. As Billy Bishop Goes to War is sponsored by the Royal Cana- dian Legion Branch 420 and Ladies Auxiliary to Branch 420, members of any branch of the Royal Canadian Legion may purchase $20 tickets to any per- formance of this World War One story. In this brand new "made in Blyth" production, director Janet Amos has created a humorous and heartfelt show that brings Bishop's heroic exploits to life. Robert Reid of the Waterloo Region Record calls it a "soar- ing" production. "The incomparable J.D. Nicholsen "delivers a superb performance" (Waterloo Region Record) as the war hero, and almost 20 other characters Bishop encounters in his adven- tures; from a Brigade Com- mander to Lady St. Helier from Sir Hugh Cecil to the Lovely Helene, Nicholsen changes MCKILLOP MUTUAL iNSURANCE COMPANY AUTO • HOME • FARM • COMMERCIAL Jason Denys Agent P.O. Box 1236 Phone: 519-600-1739 Seaforth, ON NOK MO Cell: 519-525-0177 jason@mckillopmutual.com Fax: 519-527-2777 character seamlessly. Marek Norman acts as Narrator and Piano Player. His on stage chem- istry with Nicholsen is pure magic!' Born in Owen Sound, the second of three children, Air Marshal William Avery "Billy" Bishop, VC, CB, DSO & Bar, MC, DFC, ED, LL.D. (Feb. 8, 1894 - Sept. 11, 1956) was a Canadian First World War fly- ing ace, officially credited with seventy-two victories, making him the top pilot in the British Empire. Written and composed in 1978 by John MacLachan Gray in collaboration with Eric Peter- son, Billy Bishop Goes to War is one of Canada's most successful and enduring plays. It is on stage at Blyth Festival until Aug. 15. NURSERY&' 2r1,* OPEN HOUSE 79217 Orchard Line RR2 Goderich Open Wed. -Sat. July 16 - Aug 16 • 10am-4pm 519-482-3664