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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2012-12-20, Page 47THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2012. PAGE 47.Continued from page 11neighbouring communities and theirfacilities, which she has alreadytalked to representatives about. The communities that would host events if Central Huron’s bid was approved would be Blyth, Goderich and Bayfield, among others, she told councillors. She said the event would bring 450 athletes, coaches and support staff members to the community, which doesn’t include family members, friends and spectators. Events that Central Huron would be hosting would be wheelchair tennis, wheelchair rugby, para equestrian, swimming, sledge hockey, lawn bowling, boccia, track and field, goal ball and wheelchair basketball. Smith said the economic impact for the whole county could be large. She provided figures from Sport Alliance Ontario saying that communities who have hosted the Ontario Winter Games have seen a $4.9 million economic impact, communities that have hosted the Ontario Summer Games have seen a $6.1 million impact and the Ontario over-55 games have resulted in a $1.4 million impact. Councillors were worried about Huron County’s lack of accommodation, an issue that has come up in the past, but Smith says that she has done the research and Huron County will be able to accommodate the people coming if they should be awarded the games. One of the biggest factors in the accommodation equation would bethe Oakwood Resort in Grand Bend.Councillor Bernie MacLellan, who did have a few questions to ask, said he was in support of the proposal. “It’s a great idea and I wish you luck,” he told Smith. Goderich Mayor Deb Shewfelt also wished Smith luck, saying that the game were a pure form of economic development and he wasin support of the bid.“It’s what we’re all about and it’swhat we should be doing,” Shewfelt said. He also suggested that Smith should be in touch with the Goderich YMCA as to how that facility could help along the way of the process. Council passed a motion to support the bid to the tune of an official letter. A stick-y situation Instruments and voices crafted a rich musical tapestry in the auditorium at Maitland River Elementary School’s Turnberry campus during their Christmas café on Dec. 18, including the music made by students like, from left, Mary Hawkins, Maddy Bernard, Brett Brown and Dylan Daw banging their sticks to the beat. (Denny Scott photo) Schenk named chair Continued from page 45 served before me.” “It would be great this year to not have any accommodation reviews so we can get on with the business of educating our students,” she said, adding, “Being halfway through our term this is an excellent time to get some of our newer trustees a little bit more involved. It is a great time to team build and get on with the business of education.” Trustee Lynette Geddes, who represents St. Marys, Perth South and West Perth, was the only trustee to let her name said for the vice- chair roll. This is Geddes’ first term with the AMDSB. Games could include Blyth Graduation Announcements Brian and Elaine Armstrong are pleased to announce the following achievements of their children Congratulations and Best Wishes David Armstrong completed his professional qualifications as a Clinical Psychologist qualified to work with children, adolescents and adults in June 2012. David obtained a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Lakehead University in September 2010, after completing a Masters of Arts from the same institution and a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Music Therapy from Wilfrid Laurier University. Dr. Armstrong was previously employed by Hands The Family Help Network and Nipissing University and is currently the Chief Psychologist with the Upper Canada District School Board. He will be relocating from North Bay to the Brockville region with his wife, Stephanie Sheeler Armstrong, and their children, Lauren, Julie, Carter and Maya. Stephanie Blake Armstrong passed the Uniform Evaluation (UFE). This commendable achievement grants her entrance into the Chartered Accountant profession in Canada. Prior to this Stephanie graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University. Stephanie is a valuable member of the BDO team in Walkerton. She is the wife of Richard Armstrong, mother of Kailyn, and the daughter of Paul Blake and Janice Blake. Laura Armstrong obtained her Masters of Public Health from the University of Waterloo this fall. She completed her Honours Bachelor of Science in Health Studies from the same institution in 2009. Laura is working as a Public Health Promoter for the Huron County Health Unit in Clinton. Laura and her husband Peter Edgar live in Blyth. Happy 65th Wedding Anniversary Helen and Jack Lee Londesborough December 26, 1947-2012 Congratulations from Beverley, Bill, David, Rosie, Barbara, Stewart, seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Graduations Aryn Kikkert from Guelph University, Ridgetown Campus, runner up Proficiency. Top marks in Farm Structures and FCC Farm Project Award. Kali Alcorn from Olds College, Alberta - Bachelor of Applied Science, majoring in landscape management with honours. Works for Tree Co. Ltd. Didsbury, Alberta. Jillian Kikkert -Festival School of Hairdressing. Employed at Montage Salon & Spa, Goderich. Amber Riehl -Dalhousie University Bachelor of Social Work, with distinction. Cody Diehl currently finishing exams to secure his Red Seal as a tower linesman. Working for Valard Construction, Edmonton. Congratulations to all Gramma & Grampa Bernard. www.redgreen.com Tickets at the Blyth Festival Box Office or call 1-877-862-5984 Also available online at www.blythfestival.com SAT., OCTOBER 19, 2013 – 7 PM - BLYTH MEMORIAL HALL MAKES A GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT See photos from the Brussels Santa Claus Parade on our website at www.northhuron.on.ca