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[" T H E V O I C E O F T H E E A S T E R N T O W N S H I P S S I N C E 18 9 7 T H E Four Voices Page 4 Judge rules homeless exempt from Quebec\u2019s curfew Page 3 $1.50 + taxes PM#0040007682 Friday, January 29, 2021 Cheers to friendly competition at Grace Village Restrictions will extend past Feb.8, Legault says Record Staff During a press brie?ng yesterday Quebec Premier François Legault said he will announce a \u201crelaxing\u201d of rules in some regions in the coming days, but the majority of the measures currently in place to reduce the spread of COVID-19 will continue after Feb.8.While the number of daily cases has been in the decline in recent weeks, Legault said hospitals are still struggling with a backlog of patients whose treatments were delayed due to the pandemic.Legault added that the new more contagious variants of COVID-19, speci?cally in the U.K.continue to pose a threat, and maintained pressure on the federal government to put a stop to non-essential travel or enforce a supervised quarantine in hotels at a travelers\u2019 expense.Legault said from a legal standpoint the province is limited in the travel restrictions it can impose since international travel is federal jurisdiction.FACEBOOK/GRACE VILLAGE Record Staff Not letting the cold weather or the circumstances keep them down, the residents at Grace Village kept their spirits up with games of crokinole and cornhole this past weekend.On their Facebook page the retirement community celebrated undefeated Wing B winner Arthur Cheal, and runners up Shirley Patton as a strong second and Lenora Conway as a close third, all of whom received prizes for their success in this friendly competition.The director of care pointed out that the photos on Facebook were taken in the residents\u2019 rooms, and the photographer kept a safe distance and was wearing a mask.WEEKEND EDITION CONT\u2019D ON PAGE 3 PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW Page 2 Friday, January 29, 2021 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record Ben by Daniel Shelton The Record e-edition There for you 24-hours-a-day 7-days-a-week.Wherever you are.Access the full edition of the Sherbrooke Record as well as special editions and 30 days of archives.Renew or order a new 12-month print subscription and get a 12-month online subscription for an additional $5 or purchase the online edition only for $125.00 Record subscription rates (includes Quebec taxes) For print subscription rates, please call 819-569-9528 or email us at billing@sherbrookerecord.com 12 month web only: $125.00 1 month web only: $11.25 Web subscribers have access to the daily Record as well as archives and special editions.Subscribing is as easy as 1,2,3: 1.Visit the Record website: www.sherbrookerecord.com 2.Click e-edition.3.Complete the form and wait for an email activating your online subscription.Weather TODAY: PERIODS OF LIGHT SNOW HIGH OF -12 LOW OF -18 SATURDAY: MIX OF SUN AND CLOUDS HIGH OF -15 LOW OF -24 SUNDAY: SUNNY HIGH OF -11 LOW OF -20 MONDAY: SUNNY HIGH OF -5 LOW OF -6 TUESDAY: PERIODS OF SNOW HIGH OF -2 LOW OF -9 Lennoxville Library Good Reads Meet the Merchants Tessa Wegert followed up her ?rst Shana Merchant novel, Death in the Family (2020), just a few months later with The Dead Season (2020).This is probably appropriate since the two stories are set only one month apart in the fall of 2018.In Death in the Family we are introduced to Shana Merchant, a former NYPD detective who was held captive for a week by a suspected serial killer by the name of Blake Bram.She subsequently had to undergo lengthy therapy for PTSD under the care of Carson Gates.Therapy led to romance and then engagement.Gates then persuaded Merchant to move with him to Alexandria Bay, New York, on the shore of the St.Lawrence River opposite the Thousand Islands.Having been hired by the Jefferson County Sheriff\u2019s Department, Merchant, in her ?rst big case, is led to Tern Island where a son of the wealthy New York City Sinclair family had gone missing overnight.Bloodstains in his bed suggest that he may have been kidnapped or even murdered.While Merchant and her partner Tim Wellington are interviewing the other residents and guests on the island, Merchant has ?ashbacks to her week in captivity where Bram revealed that the two of them had some history together going back to her home town, Swanton, Vermont, on the upper east shore of Lake Champlain between the Quebec border and Burlington.In The Dead Season we ?nd Merchant no longer engaged to the manipulative Gates and, in fact, crashing on her boss\u2019s couch in Watertown.As a result of ?ring her pistol at a member of the Sinclair family during a panic attack, she has been suspended from duty.Her reinstatement will depend on an evaluation by the New York State Police that is scheduled to take place in Oneida during the coming week.Her PTSD treatment is now in the hands of Gil Gasko, an itinerant counsellor from Syracuse, and Sensei Sam, her karate instructor.Shana\u2019s new routine is interrupted by a phone call from her parents, Della and Wally.The remains of a body have been found in a marsh on the outskirts of Swanton.The initial inquiry suggests they belong to her uncle, Brett Skilton, who hasn\u2019t been seen in 20 years.Brett had been married to Della\u2019s sister Felicia.They had two children: Crissy, who is the same age as Shana\u2019s older brother, Doug; and Abe, who is Shana\u2019s age and was a regular playmate until they reached high school.Shana reveals that it was Abe who had caused the cut that had left the distinguishing scar on her face.That incident had led to her distancing herself from Abe until he too vanished when he was sixteen.Shana drives back to Swanton and begins her own investigation into the events surrounding her uncle\u2019s death, even though she has no status as a police of?cer.The chief of police is not used to having murders of any kind on his patch, let alone a 20-year- old cold case, so he will take any help he can get.Shana only gets in one day of questioning old friends and family members when she is summoned back to A-Bay: a nine-year-old boy has gone missing from a school excursion to Boldt Castle on Heart Island and the Sheriff wants Shana to help with the search.Shana rushes back along the northern perimeter of New York State, a journey she is destined to repeat several times more.The search proves fruitless.Shana goes shopping for a birthday card for the sheriff.On a bulletin board for ads by people who want work or to sell things she ?nds a missing person\u2019s poster for both the missing boy and her uncle Brett.It is then that she realizes that the two cases are connected and that she is the connection.She ?nally has to admit to her fellow of?cers that she knows who Blake Bram is and that she is related to him.Her long lost cousin Abe wants Shana to ?nd out who killed his father.Her reward will be the safe return of the little boy.Shana spends the next several days racing back and forth between Swanton and A-Bay\u2014and race she does\u2014as events develop in both places simultaneously.Abe keeps leaving her threats and hints, one of which involves the television series The X-Files.Abe and Shana had been big fans of the program; she had even gone out on Hallowe\u2019en dressed as Agent Scully.She learns that most of her ideas and impressions about her late uncle were false or exaggerated.She learns a lot more about her cousins, her aunt, and even her own brother.In the process, she manages to miss the evaluation she needs to get reinstated as a police of?cer.I found this story more satisfying than Death in the Family.The earlier story has ?ashbacks about Shana\u2019s kidnapping, but they don\u2019t help the reader learn about the case unfolding on Tern Island.The Dead Season also has a lot of recollections and memories about events that occurred twenty years ago, but they all help to tell the reader what may have happened to Brett Skilton, who does not seem to have ever gone to Philadelphia as he had told his bosses he would.As a result, the reader gets to use the accumulating evidence to ?gure out the mystery instead of the surprising ending that was featured in Death in the Family, where the reader is left wondering if the math in the solution really does add up.Both of Tessa Wegert\u2019s novels are available at the Lennoxville Library.Submitted by Vince Cuddihy PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com Friday, January 29, 2021 Page 3 Local News \u201cThe police are very tolerant,\u201d said Laberge regarding the curfew measure.\u201cFrom what I\u2019ve heard, they don\u2019t give [curfew] infractions to people in the streets in Sherbrooke.\u201d Jesse Bryant Sales Manager Let our readers know about your products & services Tel.: 450-242-1188 Fax: 450-243-5155 email: jbryant@sherbrookerecord.com With the containment measures, please note that our delivery service is always free for orders of $100 and more ($100 and less = $5 charge) and that we also offer drive-thru service if needed for your orders.Here is our delivery schedule for the following municipalities: Monday: Magog and surroundings.Tuesday: Magog, Sherbrooke and surroundings.Wednesday: Magog, Stanstead and surroundings.Thursday: Magog, Coaticook, Compton and surroundings, Eastman and surroundings.Friday: Magog, Sherbrooke and surroundings.Saturday: Magog and surroundings.For other municipalities call us to make arrangements.FREE DELIVERY SERVICE Boucherie René & Richard 559 chemin Magog Sainte-Catherine de Hatley, Québec, J0B 1W0 819-843-2395 Judge rules homeless population exempt from Quebec\u2019s curfew By Michael Boriero - Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Quebec\u2019s homeless population no longer needs to worry about receiving a hefty ?ne for breaking curfew, after a Quebec Superior Court judge ruled against the measure on Tuesday.The provincial government took some heat when Premier François Legault suggested that there is plenty of room available in shelters across Quebec.Judge Chantal Masse concluded that the curfew was more likely to put homeless people at risk.\u201cWe know in Sherbrooke there was a certain tolerance with police, which was good, but without this constraint, this is a big plus,\u201d said François Lemieux.\u201cWe\u2019re really happy about this news.\u201d Lemieux, a coordinator at La Chaudronnée de l\u2019Estrie, a soup kitchen in Sherbrooke, believes this is the right move.He added that the government should have been the one to take the initiative in amending the rule, rather than letting it drag into court.\u201cWhat we ?nd disappointing is that it needed to go through the justice system to make the government understand,\u201d said Lemieux.\u201cWe\u2019ve been saying it since the beginning that it doesn\u2019t make sense to do this to the homeless population.\u201d However, Masse\u2019s decision is only a temporary court order.Quebecers are under curfew until Feb.8.People aren\u2019t allowed outside between 8 p.m.and 5 a.m.unless it is deemed essential, such as driving to work an overnight shift.The court order suspends the curfew for homeless people until Feb.5, but the Quebec government has already stated it will not challenge Masse\u2019s decision.Health Minister Lionel Carmant said the government also plans to revisit its curfew decree for homeless people.But it remains a dif?cult distinction for local police, especially in Sherbrooke.Lemieux said that there is a larger grey zone when talking about the homeless situation in the area.People might be linked to a previous address, he explained, but they are in fact without a home.\u201cA lot of homelessness in Sherbrooke is temporary, it\u2019s situational, they might be in between homes, but in Montreal there\u2019s more chronic homelessness,\u201d he said, adding that he has faith that police of?cers will use their judgment to make the right call.Sebastien Laberge, the general director at Partage St-François, a homeless shelter in Sherbrooke, told The Record in an interview last week that he hasn\u2019t come across many homeless people who have been ?ned for breaking curfew.One of his guests did receive an infraction roughly two weeks ago, but it was a misunderstanding with the police.The person thought they were being ?ned for staying outside past 8 p.m., Laberge explained, when in fact they were being overly aggressive.\u201cThe police are very tolerant,\u201d said Laberge regarding the curfew measure.\u201cFrom what I\u2019ve heard, they don\u2019t give [curfew] infractions to people in the streets in Sherbrooke.\u201d Ma Cabane, a day centre for homeless and vulnerable people that opened nearly a month ago, has seen a steady ?ow of visitors every day.However, Marc St-Louis, director of Ma Cabana, needed to adjust the centre\u2019s schedule following the government\u2019s curfew decree.St-Louis told The Record that he hasn\u2019t heard anyone complain about receiving a curfew infraction.But he acknowledged that Sherbrooke doesn\u2019t re?ect the entire situation for homeless people.St-Louis shared similar thoughts as Lemieux.The director was deeply disappointed that the government failed to accommodate people without a ?xed address.Legault\u2019s statement regarding space in shelters left him scratching his head.\u201cYes, there might be places available, but if we recall not too long ago in Montreal they demolished a tent community for people who didn\u2019t want to go to a shelter,\u201d said St-Louis.\u201cThey don\u2019t want to go there for their own reasons, who are we to judge them.\u201d There could be many reasons for people wanting to avoid homeless shelters, he continued.They might be suffering from mental health issues, St-Louis said, some people don\u2019t like being in a crowded room, plus people are nervous about spreading COVID-19.He found Legault\u2019s excuse to be a lazy solution to a more complex problem, which is that homeless people are hurting right now due to a lack of day and evening services.As for Ma Cabane, St-Louis said the court order won\u2019t alter their current model.\u201cIt\u2019s not a good strategy to change the schedule too much,\u201d he said.\u201cWe\u2019re ?nishing our ?rst month, people develop a routine, so we\u2019re giving them a bit of stability.\u201d Tillotson fund accepting applications Record Staff Over $100,000.00 will be granted to non-pro?ts in the Townships this spring through the Tillotson Coaticook Region Fund.Organizations are invited to get their applications in by March 17 for the spring wave of funding.Projects that support basic needs, community safety nets, health care, education, youth recreation and programs and services for the elderly are prioritized.Guidelines and Applications can be downloaded from the Coaticook MRC\u2019s website under the funds and programs (Fonds et Programs) tab.For more information, email tillot- soncoaticook@gmail.com.The premier also announced that March 11 will become a day of remembrance for those who lost their lives to the virus.Quebec reported 1,368 new cases of COVID-19 yesterday, bringing the total number of people infected to 258,698, of which 233,768 have now recovered.The province also reported 39 new deaths yesterday.The total now stands at 9,667.The number of hospitalizations decreased by 26 compared to the previous day, for a cumulative total of 1,264.Among those, the number of people in intensive care decreased by nine, for a total of 212.Yesterday 3,767 doses of vaccine were administered, for a total of 232,986 administered in Quebec so far.To date, 238,100 doses have arrived in the province.In the Estrie region, 53 new cases were reported, bringing the local total to 10,486.One new death was also reported, from Fleurimont Hospital, bringing the total to 267 in the region since the beginning of the pandemic.Restrictions CONT\u2019D FROM PAGE 1 PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW Page 4 Friday, January 29, 2021 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record One column, four voices Open to the Spirit Today\u2019s word: Worship By Revs Mead Baldwin, Rabbi Boris Dolin Lee Ann Hogle, and Rev.Carole Martignacco 1) I am never quite sure what to call what I do when I open my prayer book and offer the words I ?nd in front of me.There are times when these words are truly deep and ?tting, sometimes so much that they catch me off guard with their relevance.Moments of fear and joy, of hope and pain, re?ected so deeply in the words of these ancient prayers.Sometimes I sing, sometimes I speak, and often simple silent re?ection brings me to a place of comfort and calm.Prayer?Meditation?Maybe.But worship?I\u2019ll be honest, that I am not so sure.I think it may be my theology and my understanding of faith and tradition that I hold as a Jew, but the word for me seems to require a belief in something too supernatural for my taste.A God or a being that is beyond me, above me, and needs my praise and blessings.I believe in God, and I believe in Godliness.I hold this faith deeply and live it out in all that I do, yet I am not sure that I feel comfortable calling this worship.Judaism is a faith and a culture that is rooted deeply in actions and commandments-mitzvot-so much so that the ancient rabbis even said that we should feel obligated to \u201cdo\u201d before we feel the need to necessarily believe.And many Jews add one more aspect of this religious life: belonging.Belonging and doing before belief.So then what is it I do when I stand (or sit) and pray?I bring into the world hope and words of thanks for the blessings that I ?nd around me, and through those ancient words remind myself of the tasks of bringing godliness into the world each day.I say words in an ancient language, as my ancestors did, not always understanding the reasons why they were said.I speak the words and connect to both the meaning and the sounds of the words themselves.And that in the end is what I do in that moment.Above all it is connection.Connection to my soul, and connection to all that is beyond.No matter what it is called, it is the only way I can makes sense of my world.2) So many special memories come to me when I think of worship: As a teenager watching a friend getting ordained in a huge full church in Montreal, while my sister was in a large choir overhead us in a balcony, A camp?re surrounded by children while a young camper leads people in Kum By Ah, A sad funeral service, where a soloist\u2019s beautiful voice and smile bring meaning and hope, A Bar Mitzvah in Montreal where I sit with a con?rmation class full of questions, A Christmas pageant where a 10 year old is the service leader.Each of those visions makes me so nostalgic for in person worship.Zoom worship takes time to get used to.The content may be wonderful, and I am aware of how much time is given to prepare these services.For months it didn\u2019t seem the same.Things have changed though after countless months.I have discovered that worship can touch my heart when sitting in my comfy chair watching a virtual choir on my laptop.Worship happens on a clear night, when I go for a walk and look at the stars.Worship can even happen lying in bed with my pajamas while I simply have a conversation with God.Worship is opening your mind and heart to the divine spirit.These special moments can be just as inspirational as standing in front of a church with so many smiling faces.I have learned these past few months to open myself up in new ways.I do look forward to seeing my congregation on Sunday mornings in the future with no masks on.Still worship happens when I open myself up to God.I encourage you, our readers, to explore new ways to worship.God may surprise you.3) Verb or noun, I used to think of worship as the soul dressing up in its Sunday best, until a story told in a class at seminary changed my thinking.Our teacher as a young divinity student was one of a group of interfaith students tasked with designing a worship service.Assigned a theme, his group quickly became intensely engaged in their corner, yet when their turn came, they\u2019d clearly accomplished little to present.With so many names for the divine, they couldn\u2019t decide what to call it.\u201cDoesn\u2019t matter what you call it,\u201d challenged their prof, \u201cThe task is to call it forth!\u201d With proper reverence and awe, calling it forth can seem a daunting task.I prefer to think of it as holy play - choosing song and poetry, symbolism and ritual, visual art, prayerful words and gestures of blessing.Gathering together the most powerful elements to artfully shape our time in community.Both in design and experience, this act of shaping is central.In the Old West Saxon dialect, the ancient roots of our word worship ~ veor-schippe ~ means \u201cto shape what is of value.\u201d When we shape a ceremony around what we value; and in participating in that act of worship, we shape ourselves around our deepest longings and our highest aspirations.It is a work we do together, returning again and again to the same themes, reminding ourselves in deeper ways of all that matters, carrying it forth into our daily lives.Yes, it matters whether the God or goodness we aspire to is perceived as above, beyond or within us.Important as is the language we use, it can never de?ne but only point in the direction of the divine.At ?rst designing worship felt a bit presumptuous, a kind of hubris: to imagine that by sheer artistry we might call forth the in?nite mystery at the source of all that is.Still awesome but far less daunting it is the more I experience the sacred as present in the here and now.Nameless, or with many names, always at the center of all we dance around as living beings.Already here among us, worship to me more and more means calling myself forward, shaping how to live in synch with the holy ~something too essential to be reserved for Sunday mornings.4) The words Sunday Worship have been a part of my vocabulary for so long that it might be time to step back and re-examine their meaning.Over time we make assumptions about the things we know and the ways we go about doing them.Each of us surely has a different understanding of what worship means.Firstly, for me, it\u2019s about taking time to stop and re?ect on life.It\u2019s about reserving a period of the day or week or any other cycle of time to stop the ordinary activities of the day and listen with the ears of our heart.It\u2019s a moment to count our blessings, lament our losses and to value the sacred journey we are all on.And by \u2018we\u2019 I mean all of the created world.Being the only part of creation that has the ability to re?ect on our lives and our purpose, at least as far as we know, humans have a particular responsibility to care for and value all of creation.For too long we have treated creation as a resource to fuel our human needs and desires, instead of an interconnected alliance that can only survive when we respect and collaborate with one another, human and non-human.The nature of this interconnectedness is the subject of many religions, each with their particular emphasis on certain practices and beliefs.But in the end, whatever way you ?nd to connect with the other inhabitants of planet earth and if that is bringing you a sense of awe, peace, connection, support, communion, celebration, and thanksgiving, then you are worshipping.Our latest, greatest teacher, Covid-19 is teaching us that we are all in this together.Let\u2019s not waste any more time focusing on the things that divide us.Let\u2019s all pitch in and pull in the same direction.It starts by remembering the sacred lives that we have been given and giving thanks for the gift of being alive in these times.It starts with worship.One word, four voices - now it\u2019s your turn: How important is worship in your life?Rev.Mead Baldwin pastors the Waterville & North Hatley pastoral charge; Rabbi Boris Dolin leads the Dorshei-Emet community in Montreal; Rev.Lee Ann Hogle ministers to the Ayer\u2019s Cliff, Magog & Georgeville United Churches; Rev.Carole Martignacco, Unitarian Universalist is retired from ministry with UUEstrie and now resides in St.Andrews by-the-Sea NB, but keeps one foot in the Townships by continuing with this column.PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com Friday, January 29, 2021 Page 5 Lennoxville and District Community Aid is a non-pro?t organisation that promotes and coordinates services and volunteer work making it easier for seniors to continue to live in their own homes.Working in collaboration with the Director General, the person holding this position ensures the optimal management of the human resources of the organization (establishing objectives, evaluations, staff improvement, skill development and discipline).In collaboration with the Director General, works in drawing up, reviewing job descriptions as well as recruiting staff.Its management practices must promote operational ef?ciency and follow-up in accordance with Community Aid\u2019s mission, policies and objectives.In collaboration with the Director General as assigned by the Board, this person will work in establishing and reviewing internal and external policies, while solely responsible for the implementation of these policies related to staff.She provides feedback to the Director General on: the overall functioning of all departments, improvement of client satisfaction, and response to problems in Community Aid\u2019s client operations.She collaborates in developing formal complaints procedure.Participates in the preparation of promotional tools and updates the Web site.Sits as an ex-of?cio member on the Administrative Board, Executive Committee and at the Annual General Meeting.TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: The person has a College degree diploma (DEC), a University Certi?cate or an undergraduate University degree or a combination of training and work experience related to the job as well as a minimum of four to ?ve (4-5) years of experience in working with personnel development and mobilisation of staff and team engagement.This person is familiar with the community environment and is known for his/her professional approach.KEY SKILLS: She demonstrates leadership and has good communication skills.She also has excellent skills in developing and maintaining harmonious and productive relationships with staff.Good organisational and listening skills.Demonstrate leadership, initiative and a good sense of planning.Has a team spirit, an ease with adaptation and is dynamic.Respect of con?dentiality.Sound knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, and social media.Bilingual (written and oral; English and French), 4/5 minimum.Please forward your application to Sylvie Gilbert-Fowlis at: direction@communityaid.ca Deadline for applications: February 3, 2021.Starting date: February - March 2021.Only candidates selected for interviews will be noti?ed.Director of Human Resources 21 hours / week CAREERS New mother stresses over shortage in daycares By Marianne Lassonde Special to The Record Caroline Holmes thought she was gaining speed when she started looking for daycares in the midst of her pregnancy.A year later, however, the new mother is still ?nding herself scouring the web and calling all local daycares hoping for a space to open up.At six months pregnant, Holmes started actively looking for daycares accepting children between the ages of zero to ?ve.She took to Facebook groups such as \u201cSpotted Granby\u201d to look for recommendations and websites compiling all available daycares, such as Laplace0-5.com.She had hoped to beat the rush of applications and ?nd a daycare before the end of her maternity leave in June of this year.But this proved to be more dif?cult than the new mother had anticipated.\u201cI\u2019m checking Facebook posts, sending multiple emails to daycares and I never got any responses,\u201d said Holmes.\u201cI even try to call and never get through to anyone.\u201d Holmes\u2019 daughter is one of 46,000 children in smaller regions throughout the province who are currently sitting on daycare waitlists.In Granby alone, new families claim to have been looking for almost two years with no hopes of a spot opening up.\u201cIt\u2019s so discouraging,\u201d admitted Holmes, who has also expanded her search to Waterloo and neighboring municipalities and even part-time daycare spots.In a press release published on Jan.26, the Comité sur les services de garde de l\u2019Union des municipalités du Québec (UMQ) said this issue could cause a slower municipal economy and that they would be actively working with the government over the next few months to rectify the issue.\u201cIt is a major attraction and retention challenge,\u201d wrote UMQ vice-president Daniel Côté in a press release.Côté added that new families are hesitant to move or even stay in regions like the Eastern Townships because of the scarcity of childcare resources.For Holmes, the shortage of space in daycares also brings a signi?cant ?nancial stress to her and her family.When Holmes stopped working as a bakery clerk at IGA, her salary was cut to 55 per cent.According to her, becoming a one-salary residence would not be enough to support her family or pay the $35 per day for daycare \u2013 when it eventually comes along.\u201cOn top of the stress of [living on half of your salary], you are stressing about the possibility of not ?nding a daycare,\u201d said Holmes.\u201cAnd now the stress that you might not even be able to go back to work\u2026 What are you supposed to do with that?\u201d But returning to work full-time means Holmes must ?rst ?nd a place for her daughter.The new mother said that between phone calls to daycares, waitlist applications and Facebook posts, she has reached out to family and friends for a temporary solution.\u201cHaving [my daughter] hop from one residence to the other is not exactly great either,\u201d said Holmes.Working with others\u2019 schedules, however, is all she has until a spot opens up.The new mother added that ?nding a spot for an infant is even more challenging, with most daycares only accepting children ages 18 months and up.Still, Holmes said she regularly checks for updates during the week, hoping she will be one of the lucky ones and ?nd a spot in a local daycare.Funding young innovative companies in the Estrie Record Staff Financial assistance totalling $1.2 million has been awarded to two accelerator incubators in the Estrie region to help young innovative companies with high growth potential (startups) carry out their projects.The Minister of the Economy and Innovation, Pierre Fitzgibbon, and the Minister of Transport and Minister responsible for the Estrie region, François Bonnardel made the announcement in a statement yesterday.Accelerators and incubators are support organizations that enable the founders of emerging businesses to better structure their project while having access to specialized resources, training, strategic advice and a business network, key elements to ensure their success.\u201cIt is essential to support our emerging companies: they create highly skilled jobs and wealth in all regions.In Québec, we have the expertise needed to be at the forefront in many areas of the future.Accompanying these young entrepreneurs means showcasing their know-how, reinforcing the immense potential of their business model and, above all, ensuring a dynamic succession of Quebec entrepreneurs,\u201d Bonnardel explained in a press release.A sum of $600,000 was granted to Espace-inc to enable it to consolidate and implement a supra-regional collaborative accelerator model, a project valued at nearly $3.2 million.An amount of $600,000 was also granted to the Technology Business Creation Accelerator (ACET) to support its activities, a project valued at nearly $4.5 million.\u201cYoung innovative companies stand out for their ?exibility, their ability to adopt new technologies and their ability to develop innovative ideas and practices.This is exactly what is needed in today\u2019s uncertain environment,\u201d Fitzgibbon pointed out.The projects were selected as part of a call for proposals by Startup QuébecMD, Support for Incubators, Business Accelerators and University Entrepreneurship Centres, launched in July 2020.Joint evaluation committees made up of government representatives and independent external experts evaluated the applications.PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW Page 6 Friday, January 29, 2021 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record EDITORIAL The format of a My Take is 150 words - no more, no less - to express an opinion on a different topic each week.This week the topic was: teachers.6 Mallory, Sherbrooke, Quebec J1M 2E2 FAX: 819-821-3179 E-MAIL: newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com WEBSITE: www.sherbrookerecord.com SHARON MCCULLY PUBLISHER (819) 569-9511 MATTHEW MCCULLY MANAGING EDITOR (819) 569-6345 GORDON LAMBIE ASSOCIATE EDITOR (819) 569-6345 SERGE GAGNON CHIEF PRESSMAN (819) 569-4856 JESSE BRYANT 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By Gordon Lambie Next week is Quebec\u2019s Teacher Appreciation Week, a tradition in the province since 1994.Although there are many teachers out there who deserve more appreciation than they ever get, this year in particular feels like one where we could all stand to go the extra mile in saying thank you.School is tough enough, across all levels, when there isn\u2019t a global pandemic ?ipping the world upside down in a slightly new way every week, and teachers are often the ones standing at the very heart of the educational, personal, social, and societal crises unfolding in that context daily.Chances are it doesn\u2019t take you very long to think of a teacher that made an impact on your life.Who were they, what did they do and, if they\u2019re still around, how are they doing?Now might be a good time to send some love.My Take: By Michael Boriero Teachers rarely get enough credit for what they do and put up with on a daily basis.I should know, I live with one.And let me tell you, this year has not been a walk in the park.My partner is one of the hardest working people I\u2019ve ever met.She spends hours crafting lesson plans, which often seeps late into the evening.I\u2019ve learned that her job is never done.She receives emails and answers questions from students well beyond her of?ce hours.She corrects exams, essays and inputs grades at night and on weekends.During normal times, there\u2019s soccer games, debate teams, book clubs, dances, plays and other events.But teachers continue to work without a contract.And they were forced back into schools, despite a pandemic that has yet to subside.Teacher Appreciation Week starts Feb.1, I\u2019d mark it down.My Take: By Taylor McClure My Take: By David Rossiter A good teacher is much more than an educator.They are a role model, a grown up that can be trusted, possibly even a friend.The importance of this cannot be understated.Having the one or two teachers I liked was so helpful when I needed a sounding board, or an adult in my corner.And I\u2019m lucky enough to have had two very supportive parents throughout my life.I can\u2019t even begin to conceptualize how important, how lifesaving, a good teacher is to an individual less fortunate than I.A child with no one listening at home might have no one to help them when they ?nd themselves in dark places.Teachers are the last line of defence, the ultimate safety net, for children with nothing to lose.For this, teachers deserve all the appreciation they get! Wait, scratch that, they deserve even more.With a teacher for a mother, lectures about respecting your educators became a household staple.If one of her children dared utter a word against their teacher, my mother was the ?rst to reprimand us and justify the teacher\u2019s actions.According to her, she had lived it all and knew exactly what kind of student we were\u2026 and with 25 plus years of teaching under her belt, I was not going to challenge her on that.But some could not be further away from that philosophy.Over the years, a trend has sprung among parents who would sooner scold the teacher before letting their children face any repercussions.My mother has told me of times where her colleagues came to her crying because of a parent\u2019s blatant disrespect.And that disrespect is especially obvious online, with parents tearing apart teachers for protesting better work conditions.\u201cYeah, thankfully,\u201d said a teacher friend of mine recently when I asked her if her teaching contract is up at the end of this school year.Speaking to her reminded me about how I felt four years ago in my last year in the education program at Bishop\u2019s University.I always wanted to be a teacher, yet again I think most of us at least thought about being a teacher at some point in our lives.But there is a difference between wanting to be a teacher and actually becoming one.I had one year left until I was supposed to graduate, everyone thought that I was crazy and that I should \u201csuck it up\u201d, but I decided to take the risk and change programs.And look where I am now; I guess you have a good idea as to how that decision panned out.My Take: By Marianne Lassonde PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com Friday, January 29, 2021 Page 7 By Kyl Chhatwal Pop quiz! Name the North American country where a self-serving, bullying, and abusive head of state recently relinquished power and left of?ce in disgrace.If you answered the United States: well, okay, I guess you\u2019re right.Full points.But the real answer I was looking for was Canada.No, I do not mean Justin Trudeau.Last I checked, our well-coiffed prime minister is still prime.I don\u2019t mean the Queen either, who is technically our head of state.I mean the Queen\u2019s representative in Canada, the Crown\u2019s ex-of?cio viceroy, the Governor General, a role ?lled until very recently by former astronaut and egregiously bad boss, Julie Payette.Miss Payette resigned before an independent report could go public about her\u2026 let\u2019s just say *brusque* managerial style.Since July, there have been media reports that Payette was bullying her staff at Rideau Hall.She was said to have belittled and insulted staff openly, even reducing some to tears in front of their colleagues.At the time, a third-party review of these allegations and incidents was launched, and Miss Payette supported the review.Fast forward to early 2021.The report was complete, but not yet public, and Miss Payette had the chance to read it.After doing so, she reasoned it would be a good time to give up her cushy post.In her of?cial statement announcing her departure, she writes: \u201cWe all experience things differently, but we should always strive to do better, and be attentive to one another\u2019s perceptions.\u201d If that sounds like slippery politician-speak for avoiding fault or blame, that\u2019s because it is.The independent report paints an even worse picture of Payette than the rumours in July suggested.For instance, we have now learned that Payette\u2019s abuse may have even been physical\u2014what some employees have described as \u201cunwelcome physical contact\u201d from their former boss.Payette has a history of abusive behaviour\u2014or at least, allegations of abuse.In 2011, she was charged with second-degree assault against an unnamed victim who was likely her 2nd husband, test pilot Billie Flynn.The charge was eventually dropped, and all court records mysteriously destroyed, though the couple divorced shortly afterwards.Sordid secrets like this one were dredged up in 2017, when Miss Payette was ?rst being considered as the next GG.At the time, many wondered if she had the temperament for a posting in which sensitivity, tact and diplomacy are the very de?nition of the job.In July, when word of mistreatment at Rideau ?rst surfaced, former employees of Miss Payette\u2014from when she headed up the Montreal Science Centre, or was on the board of the Canadian Olympic Committee\u2014came forward to reiterate their own stories of workplace abuse.They had already made such complaints public back when the abuse ?rst happened, well before Mr.Trudeau hand-picked Miss Payette as his new celebrity GG.Blithely, the prime minister brushed off these troubling allegations.\u201cI know that Mme.Payette is going to make an extraordinary governor general,\u201d he said, when the appointment was made of?cial in 2017.\u201cShe represents the very best of Canadian values, openness to the world, curiosity, intellectual rigour and inspiration.\u201d Well, now that Canadians have a better idea of the actual values espoused by Payette, uncomfortable questions are being raised, such as: Did the prime minister knowingly place an unstable ?gure in the very role meant to symbolize the stability of our nation?Did he overlook Payette\u2019s glaring character ?aws because he happened to like the image she projected (former astronaut, scientist, feminist)?Will there be accountability?Or will this whole affair be yet another example of the startling impunity of powerful people\u2014a timeless feature of human civilization that has so often bene?tted Mr.Trudeau in the past (think: SNC Lavallin and the WE scandal)?Miss Payette\u2019s reputation is in tatters, certainly.But she won\u2019t suffer materially for what she has done.She is still eligible for a lifetime pension of almost $150,000 a year.And that for a meagre three years of subpar service to the nation.While we\u2019re on the subject of subpar service\u2014and the extraordinary impunity of the socially privileged\u2014 how about that other abusive head of state to the south?Less than a month after inciting an insurrection, and being impeached by Congress a second time, the former American abuser-in-chief will almost inevitably be acquitted by his pliant Senate, and thus suffer no tangible consequences for his behaviour either, besides being tossed off social media.Certainly, he\u2019ll claim the whole thing was a \u201cWitch Hunt.\u201d And maybe Payette should do the same.At least in her case, she\u2019ll still have a Twitter account to do it on.EDITORIAL The independent report paints an even worse picture of Payette than the rumours in July suggested.Impunity, Canada-style MR.MINISTER, RUTASM, Regroupement des usagers du transport adapté de Sherbrooke métropolitain, was very pleased to see that you have \u201clabelled\u201d your new supplementary subsidy to the STS, announced at the extraordinary municipal council meeting on 11-1-21: \u201c$4.4 million for the STS and $233,000 for paratransit\u201d, \u201cadvances related to the loss of ridership revenue and for the measures put in place for security in connection with COVID\u201d (La Tribune 12-1-21).We are forwarding you the vibrant appeal of Mr.Miodrag Doslo, President of Taxis de Sherbrooke, a company in serious ?nancial dif?culty, interviewed in Par ici l\u2019INFO, of Radio-Canada Estrie.If they had to cut the number of taxis in half at the beginning of the pandemic, they have 21 fewer since December.Taxis de Sherbrooke usually relies on membership fees to pay for the company\u2019s many expenses, but since COVID, they have given free rides to members, and they are very worried.The hope they have is in their history with the people of Sherbrooke, and they want to continue to give the good service they have always given.They have their contracts with the STS and the hospitals, but travel has decreased, and even more so with the current con?nement.They are ready to make all kinds of deliveries.There are many taxi drivers leaving Taxis de Sherbrooke.RUTASM is concerned about the good health of our taxi company in Sherbrooke.If it obtained, by law, the exclusivity of contracts for adapted transportation, would it be able to respond adequately, and with experienced drivers?We are therefore asking, as you are subsidising for COVID expenses all public transport and long-distance travel, to subsidize taxi companies that are trying to survive in this time of pandemic, and who are asking you to do so.For us, it is also the future of paratransit that we want the best possible service, and especially not with companies such as Netlift or UBER, with whom some carriers are already doing business! FRANCE CROTEAU RAYMOND DUQUETTE RUTASM Letters Open letter to Minister Bonnardel PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW Page 8 Friday, January 29, 2021 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record On the links with Pyer Lyne Deslauriers By Nick Fonda One of the changes the COVID-19 pandemic has brought about is a newfound appreciation for walking as an activity, and one place that has seen a considerable increase in pedestrian traf?c is the Club de Golf Richmond-Melbourne and its well- groomed trails.\u201cI would estimate it at double the number of people we had using the trails last year,\u201d says Pyer Lyne Deslauriers who has owned the golf club since 2018.\u201cI\u2019m very glad to see that the trails are being used, and that we have a lot of children coming to slide,\u201d she continues.\u201cI want people to get as much use and pleasure out of this exceptional site as possible.\u201d Pyer Lyne has always been community minded.Among other organizations, it is the Mousquiri Hockey Tournament that is particularly associated with her name.\u201cI played competitive hockey between the ages of 10 and 14,\u201d she says.\u201cEven as a 10-year-old I served as a \u201cmarraine\u201d or host to a visiting player.\u201d This year will mark the ?rst time in decades that Pyer Lyne\u2014and many other dedicated volunteers\u2014will not be busy during the ?rst two weeks of February with the tournament.It was with the community in mind that Pyer Lyne purchased the golf club two years ago.At the time, both the club house and the links were in a state of neglect and disrepair.There was talk of the land being rezoned for residential development.\u201cI didn\u2019t want to see that happen,\u201d says Pyer Lyne.\u201cI think this place is a gem.It\u2019s part of our heritage, and our traditions.Generations of kids have come here sliding.The golf club dates to the 1930s, although the chalet is more recent.The golf club has had several different owners over the years, but it\u2019s always been open to the public.I didn\u2019t want to see all that lost.\u201d Ironically, for someone who owns a golf course, Pyer Lyne is not a golfer.Nor was it ever her on her bucket list to own a golf club.Still, she is the only woman in Quebec who owns and operates a golf course.A designer by profession, after working with the family ?rm, Hévéa, for a quarter century, she was ready to move on.The availability of the golf club just happened to come at the right time.With her background in business, this was a novel and unexpected opportunity but one well within her comfort zone.\u201cThe ?rst year,\u201d she explains, \u201cI wasn\u2019t able to do much because of other projects that I had to ?nish up.This is going to be a work in progress for some time, but we have started breathing life back into the place.\u201d When she was ?nally able to give the golf club her full attention, the ?rst thing Pyer Lyne did was set about enhancing the natural beauty of the site.\u201cI\u2019ve always like summits,\u201d she says pointing out the east-facing glass wall of the chalet that overlooks the golf course and the river valley.\u201cI\u2019ve done a certain amount of travelling and I ?nd this vista as beautiful as any I\u2019ve seen.\u201d While the site is panoramic, in 2018, the golf club looked run down.As a designer, Pyer Lyne was up to the challenge.She gave the front of the chalet a facelift and used potted plants and ?ower beds to give it ?air and vivacity.The interior was tastefully redecorated to be warm and welcoming.The same attention was given to the menu, which she describes in similar terms.\u201cFor example,\u201d she says, \u201cWe serve hamburgers.But the bun comes from an artisanal baker, and the beef comes CONT\u2019D ON PAGE 9 COURTESY OF NICK FONDA PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com Friday, January 29, 2021 Page 9 CONT\u2019D FROM PAGE 8 from an animal that grazed on a farm just up the road.And when the hamburger is served, with fries and a salad, the plate is arranged to be as appetizing as possible.I\u2019m a ?rm believer that we eat every meal twice, ?rst with our eyes and then with our mouths.\u201d \u201cBeauty is important,\u201d she avers.\u201cPeople feel better when the space they\u2019re in is attractive and comfortable.My aim with the chalet\u2014and I always call it the chalet and never the clubhouse, a word that makes me think of sweaty socks\u2014is to create a place where\u2014when the pandemic is over\u2014people will again be able to sit and converse over a drink or a meal.Food brings people together, and conversation is so important because it\u2019s how ideas are generated, and bonds are formed.\u201d There are no guests coming to the chalet now because of the pandemic, but the kitchen does prepare take-out meals that can be ordered online or by phone.Pyer Lyne speaks highly of her team.\u201cI was lucky to be able to surround myself with smart, talented people,\u201d she says.By way of example, she mentions that she works closely with Dr.Abdo Badra.\u201cHe\u2019s an agronomist, and I was lucky to get him,\u201d she says.\u201cHe\u2019s a university professor who is a specialist in grasses.He works with a number of different golf courses across Quebec.I consult with him quite regularly.\u201d Pyer Lyne is very much a hands-on owner.\u201cIn the summer,\u201d she says, \u201cI get here at 4:30 a.m.My ?rst task is to go around to all the greens and aerate the soil.I have to ?nish before 6:30 a.m.because that is when the mowers come out to trim them.Golfers who tee off at 7:30 a.m.are playing on freshly cut greens.\u201d \u201cI like to watch the sunrise,\u201d she continues, \u201cand I also like to have a couple of hours entirely to myself.During the course of the day, I rarely have a moment to myself.\u201d During the winter, she comes in at 7:30 a.m., still a few hours before any other of her employees arrive.The winter trails that cross her golf course are maintained by John Coles who lives next door to the course.\u201cI go over them daily,\u201d he says, \u201cusually in the evening, so I don\u2019t often encounter walkers.With my snowmobile, I pull a weighted sled to pack down any new snow or cover any holes left by boot prints.It takes about half an hour to do the complete circuit.The trails have a chance then to freeze overnight.\u201d In addition to the walking paths, there are two snowmobile rights-of- way on the property.Most, but not all, snowmobile enthusiasts respectfully remain on the right-of-way.Even under a few feet of snow fairways can be fragile.He too has noticed more people using the trails this year.\u201cThere are a lot of new people,\u201d he says, \u201cand a lot of people walking their dogs.It\u2019s nice to see.\u201d All the energy that Pyer Lyne Deslauriers is putting into the Club de Golf Richmond-Melbourne has started bearing fruit.In all seasons, the golf club is noticeably attractive.Club membership has climbed from 35, when she bought the property, to 225.She welcomes youngsters 17 and under to play for free.And, especially on crisp winter days, when the sky is a cerulean blue, she welcomes walkers to enjoy the groomed trails.On the links COURTESY OF NICK FONDA PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW Page 10 Friday, January 29, 2021 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record Your Birthday FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 2021 Let your intuition lead the way when dealing with emotional or personal matters.Think twice before you make a lifestyle change.Too much or too little of anything will leave you confused.Strive for balance and stability, and it will be easier for you to make decisions that will help you succeed.AQUARIUS (Jan.20-Feb.19) - Check out what\u2019s going on around you before you make a decision.Uncertainty will be a signal that you are better off taking a pass.Nurture a relationship that\u2019s going through dif?cult times.PISCES (Feb.20-March 20) - Leave nothing un?nished, and you will avoid criticism and complaints.How you reach out to help others will determine the type of support you receive.A change of plans will leave you in an awkward position.ARIES (March 21-April 19) - Don\u2019t dwell on what you can\u2019t do; focus on what\u2019s possible.Pour your enthusiasm into what counts.Refuse to let a change someone makes lead to a spat.Live in the moment.TAURUS (April 20-May 20) - A stubborn attitude will not help you get your way.Rethink your strategy before you get into a verbal battle.Your reputation, position or status will come under scrutiny.Do your best to avoid trouble.GEMINI (May 21-June 20) - You\u2019ll get a false impression of what someone can do or what they have.Don\u2019t sign up for something based on what you hear; get the facts, and protect your assets.Use your intelligence to advance.CANCER (June 21-July 22) - Use your imagination when it comes to business matters.A close friend or relative will offer or verify facts that will help you avoid a loss.Encourage romance.Be equitable in all things.LEO (July 23-Aug.22) - Take measures that allow you to work alone.The less interference you have, the easier it will be to get things done.If you let your intuition be your guide, you\u2019ll know what you have to do.VIRGO (Aug.23-Sept.22) - Listen and learn.The less you say, the more you will discover about a friend, colleague or distant relative.Personal growth, self-improvement and positive change are all prevalent.LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23) - Take pride in your home and the way you live.Refuse to let anyone belittle the things or people that mean something to you.Speak up when necessary.SCORPIO (Oct.24-Nov.22) - Don\u2019t let someone poison your vision.Use your imagination and resources to create a positive outcome.It\u2019s up to you to take charge if you\u2019re going to live life your way.SAGITTARIUS (Nov.23-Dec.21) - What you learn will help you get ahead.Pick up skills, knowledge, a license or anything else that can help you claim a position that interests you.Focus on getting ahead.CAPRICORN (Dec.22-Jan.19) - Consider how you earn your living and what you have done to improve your life, and you\u2019ll come up with a plan that will make you happy.Stop dreaming, and start living life your way.PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com Friday, January 29, 2021 Page 11 In Memoriam In Memoriam Death Death Death Obituaries Obituaries January 25-29, 2021 Buzzell, Linda (1946-2021) Buzzell, Wayne (1948-2021) Coote, Margaret Helen Hartley, Alcide Stanley (1933-2021) Tyler, Lois (1924-2021) Wayne Buzzell (1948 - 2021) Passed away peacefully in Cowansville on January 20th, 2021, at the age of 72, resident of Cowansville, son of the late William Buzzell and Margarite Hopps.He is survived by his sister Janice Allen and brother Douglas Buzzell, his nieces and nephews, and other relatives and friends.A private burial will take place at a later date at the Union Winschester Cemetery in Sweetsburg.The family would like to recognize the wonderful care given by the staff of the Centre D\u2019Acceuil of Cowansville to Wayne Buzzell for the past few years.In his memory donations to the Fondation du Centre D\u2019acceuil of Cowansville would be greatly appreciated.https : / /www.santeestr ie .qc .ca / fondations/liste-de-nos-fondations/ fondation-du-centre-daccueil-de- cowansville/ Arrangements entrusted to: BROME-MISSISQUOI Funeral Complex 402, rue de la Rivière, Cowansville QC PHONE: 450-266-6061 complexefuneraire.ca Linda BUZZELL August 21, 1946\u2013January 17, 2021 Passed away on January 17, 2021 in her seventy-fifth year, resident of Cowansville, daughter of the late William Buzzell and Marguerite Hopps.Linda is predeceased by her beloved husband and best friend Arthur \u2018Bill\u2019 Todd.She is survived by her sister, Janice Allen and her brothers Wayne (recently deceased) and Douglas Buzzell, her daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews and nieces.Fondly remembered by family and friends.In keeping with Linda\u2019s wishes, a private committal service will take place at a later date at Riverside Cemetery, Brigham, Quebec.A special thank you to the staff at the Brome-Missisquoi-Perkins Hospital.Donations in Linda\u2019s memory to La Fondation BMP or the SPCA Montérégie would be greatly appreciated.Coote, Margaret Helen Peacefully at Lombard Manor on Sunday January 24th, 2021.  Margaret Helen Coote (nee Adams) age 96 years, of RR1 Frankville. Beloved wife of the late Galen Norman Coote.Dear mother of Stephen Coote (Audrey) of RR1 Frankville, Melanie Lockwood (Allan) of Kemptville and Grace Johnston (James) of Melbourne Ridge, Quebec.Loving grandmother of Tara Pattemore (Scott), Lisa Cowan (Glen), Shawn Coote (Sherri), John Lockwood (Rebecca), Corey Lockwood, Jamie Lockwood (Chrissie), Jennie Rees (David), Jessica Hogg (Dan), and Joshua Johnston (Kayla).  Margaret will be sadly missed by 21 great-grandchildren.Predeceased by one great-grandson, Curtis Pattemore, one sister Ruth Mountain of Quebec and her parents, Stephen Adams and the former Alice Marie Rogers.Due to Covid Restrictions, A Private Family Service will be held at Plum Hollow Cemetery.  In memoriams to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Arthritis Society will be gratefully acknowledged by the family.Visit a Book of Memories at: www:judsonfuneralhome.ca JUDSON FUNERAL HOME 613-924-2626 Alcide Stanley Hartley 1933-2021 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr.Alcide Stanley Hartley, with his family by his side, at the Magog Hospital on Thursday, January 21,2021, at the age of 87.Son of the late Sidney Hartley and the late Margaret Keeler.Cherished father of Norman (Harriette), Laurie Ann (Cliff) and Brian (Tammy); beloved grandfather of Conrad, Mandy, Whitney, Tyler, JR, Macy, Morgan and step-grandfather of Jennifer, Tiffany and Michael; many great-grandchildren as well as the loving mother of his children Nicky.He was the dear brother of Cedric (Sharron), the late Leland (late Maude) and the late Lyle (late Sylvia).He will also be missed by many nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.As a tribute to his memory, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 100- 2630, King W., Sherbrooke, QC, J1J 2H1, would be appreciated by the family.A graveside service will be held in Crystal Lake cemetery at a later date.CASS FUNERAL HOMES Stanstead & Ayer\u2019s Cliff 545 Dufferin St., Stanstead QC PHONE: 819-876-5213 FAX: 819-849-3068 info@salonfunerairecoaticook.com www.casshomes.ca LABRECQUE, Lee - In memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who passed away January 31, 2018.I don\u2019t need a special day To bring you to mind, The days I do not think of you Are very hard to ?nd.Each morning when I awake I know that you are gone, And no one knows the heartache As I try to carry on.My heart still aches with sadness And secret tears still ?ow, What it meant to lose you No one will ever know.My thoughts are always with you.Your place no one can ?ll, In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still.Loved forever, HELEN LAURIE & TIM STEVEN, RILEY & JAYDEN NEIL, Margaret Maggie (Brown) \u2013 In memory of a dear and loving wife.Five years ago today The good Lord took you away, And left me alone To say until we meet again someday.Gone but not forgotten.In loving memory SAM PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW Page 12 Friday, January 29, 2021 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record Church Services Presbyterian Death Death United Tyler, Lois 1924-2021 Quietly at the Covid Centre de Con?nement in Sherbrooke, on January 20th, 2021.In her 97th year.She was born in Ayer\u2019s Cliff, Quebec.After her teacher training, she married Clark Jones, a farmer in Waterloo, Quebec.Here she resided on the farm and taught at Waterloo Elementary School.After the death of her husband she eventually lived at Place Primavere for the rest of her life, the ladies at the home loved my mom and looked after her impeccably.After the trials of the last year she was safe until Xmas when she was infected with Covid.She developed pneumonia result of Covid.And a few days later she succumbed to the infection.She is survived by her daughter Patty, her sister Beverly and brother law HW Jones and great friends Helen O\u2019Donnell, Jayne Gilhuly, Deidre Crandall, Lucie Foucault and many nieces and nephews and friends.Predeceased by her husband Clark, daughter Carol, brothers Merton and Robert.She was a loving mother, great friend to many, an accomplished elementary teacher and even a reasonable farmer.She was always a loving soul who appreciated life.Thank you to the staff at Place Primavere and the Covid Centre de Con?nement in Sherbrooke.Cremation was held in Granby at Les Jardins Funéraires Bessette Crematorium.There will not be a service at this time.Eventually interment with her husband in Waterloo Cemetery.LES RÉSIDENCES FUNÉRAIRES BESSETTE PHONE: 450-539-1606 5034 Foster, Waterloo QC FAX: 450-539-3035 www.famillebessette.com Member of the C.T.Q.AYER\u2019S CLIFF, MAGOG, GEORGEVILLE The Ayer\u2019s Cliff Magog Georgeville Pastoral Charge has decided to keep our church buildings closed for the forseeable future.You are all invited to join us for our Sunday worship services on Zoom at 10:45 a.m.If you would like to join us please call Mel Bryant at St.Paul\u2019s in Magog 819-843-3778 or Sue Young for Beulah United Church 819-838-5815 to receive the zoom link.You can also visit our Pastoral Charge web site https://amgunited.wixsite.com/ amgunited to ?nd the link our YouTube channel LENNOXVILLE Lennoxville United Church.Facebook Live: Prayer and Re?ection with Rev.Linda.Every Sunday @ 10 a.m.& Wednesday @ 10 a.m.Available Live through Linda Buchanan\u2019s Facebook Page or Lennoxville United Church Facebook Page.Video available afterwards through Linda Buchanan\u2019s Facebook Page or Lennoxville United Church Facebook Page or Lennoxville United\u2019s Website http:// lennoxvilleunitedchurch.com/ SHERBROOKE The Plymouth-Trinity United Church community of faith - at 819-346-6373 and www.plymouthtrinitychurch.org in Sherbrooke \u2013 joins with the congregations of St.Paul\u2019s, Beulah and Georgeville United Churches this Sunday, January 31, for a worship service at 10:45 a.m.All are welcome! Connect via the Internet, or by telephone (long distance charges will apply): Check our website or call us for details (our building is closed).Joignez-vous à nous pour notre culte du dimanche, 31 janvier, à 10h45.Le culte est diffusé en ligne ou par téléphone (avec frais interurbains).Voir les détails sur notre site web ou téléphonez-nous (notre bâtiment est fermé).Cordiale bienvenue à tout le monde.Minister: Samuel V.Dansokho.LENNOXVILLE St.Andrew\u2019s Presbyterian Church, Lennoxville.Due to the Covid-19 virus, our church is currently closed for Sunday services.We welcome you to view Rev.Susan Smith\u2019s weekly message on our facebook page, Saint Andrew\u2019s Presbyterian Church/ community/my services.The Word of Grace broadcast can be heard each Sunday morning on the community station CJMQ \u2013 88.9 FM at 8:30AM.It can accessed anytime at www.cjmq.fm PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com Friday, January 29, 2021 Page 13 REALITY CHECK HERMAN ARLO & JANIS ALLEY OOP THE BORN LOSER FRANK AND ERNEST GRIZZWELLS THATABABY PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW Page 14 Friday, January 29, 2021 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record Call Sherbrooke: (819) 569-9525 between 8:30 a.m.and 4:30 p.m.E-mail: classad@sherbrookerecord.com or Knowlton: (450) 242-1188 between 9:00 a.m.and noon CLASSIFIED Deadline: 12:30 p.m.one day prior to publication Or mail your prepaid classi?ed ads to The Record, 6 Mallory, Sherbrooke, Quebec J1M 2E2 BUYING CEDAR LOGS Call for specs and prices.GOODRIDGE LUMBER Albany, Vermont Tel.802-755-6298 Hurt Stepmom Dear Annie FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 2021 Dear Annie: I have been in my stepson\u2019s life since he was 6 and married to his father for 20 years.He lived in our house full time for most of the years.So I view him not just as a stepson but as one of my sons.He and his live-in girlfriend got engaged last year.They planned a wedding for the fall.My husband felt that since he was out of the house and on his own, they should pay for the wedding on their own.I didn\u2019t agree and gave them both cash for the wedding, with my husband\u2019s knowledge.(We don\u2019t share money; it works for us.) They were both very grateful.I told them that I understood that I wasn\u2019t the mother of the groom; I just wanted to feel included in some of the planning and help in any other way I could.Then they got pregnant and moved the wedding up.Then COVID-19 hit.The wedding date was changed a few times.Ultimately, they ended up getting married in a small ceremony at their home and planned to have the wedding and reception after the baby was born.I totally understood.But recently, one of the other sons told me that they just canceled the wedding altogether and planned on having a 1st birthday party for the baby at the same venue, because they signed a contract and can\u2019t get the money they have put down back.I have to say that I am so hurt that my contribution to the wedding (which was actually a lot of money for me) meant so little to them that they didn\u2019t feel the need to tell me in person that the wedding was off and explain the situation that they could not get the money back.I don\u2019t want my money back and totally understand the circumstances, but I feel I shouldn\u2019t have heard this through a third party.I am sure the other mothers were told in person.So my question is this: Should I bring this up to them at some point or just let it go?Normally, I am the type to keep to myself, and if someone hurts my feelings I \u201cjust get over it\u201d without saying anything.But this hurt is lasting much longer, and I feel resentment building inside of me.- Unappreciated Stepmom Dear Unappreciated: Maybe sometimes we can just will ourselves to \u201cget over it,\u201d but most times that\u2019s a recipe for resentment.This seems to be the latter.So there is no other option than to talk with your stepson.Make it a conversation, not a confrontation.Using \u201cI\u201d statements, let him know that you didn\u2019t expect to be part of the wedding planning process, but that you felt a bit hurt when you learned about the change of plans from someone else.Go into it with an open mind.It may turn out that there was some miscommunication or context that changes your understanding.But you sound like a thoughtful, supportive stepmom, so I have no doubt you\u2019ll be able to handle this with care.Dear Annie: Not long ago you printed a letter from \u201cNearing the End.\u201d They were re?ecting on lost loved ones and bothered by the fact that it seemed like a lifetime of memories just disappeared when someone died.Most lives leave ripples in the pond of life.The writer might try looking for those positive ripples of grandchildren, a circle of friends, a church, old co-workers, neighbors or anywhere else.- Mike L.Dear Mike: I love this comment, and I\u2019m reminded of the ?lm \u201cIt\u2019s a Wonderful Life\u201d and this quote from Clarence: \u201cStrange, isn\u2019t it?Each man\u2019s life touches so many other lives.And when he isn\u2019t around, he leaves an awful hole, doesn\u2019t he?\u201d Thanks for writing.\u201cAsk Me Anything: A Year of Advice From Dear Annie\u201d is out now! Annie Lane\u2019s debut book - featuring favorite columns on love, friendship, family and etiquette - is available as a paperback and e-book.Visit http://www.creatorspublishing.com for more information.Send your questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@ creators.com.275 Antiques WE BUY from the past for the future, one item or a household, attic or basement, shed or garage.We like it all, give us a call.819- 837-2680.030 Property Wanted 290 Articles for Sale Make your add a photo for $10.per day.Deadline: 2 days before publication.8 1 9 - 5 6 9 - 9 5 2 5 .com 145 Miscellaneous Services 160 Music L E N N O X V I L L E PLUMBING.Domestic repairs and Norman Walker at 819-563-1491.LOOKING FOR - fessional pianist, violinist, and cellist to meet to play great repertoire with the - certs.Email with sub- - lasnadler62@gmail.com I AM LOOKING for wooded land, to buy or rent, for hunting.5839.FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 2021 Christmas play problem answer by Phillip Alder Here is the answer to the ?rst question in my Christmas competition.(The others will be in tomorrow\u2019s column.) How should South play in four spades after West leads a trump, and East follows suit?South starts with nine top tricks: seven spades and two diamonds.Obviously, if West has the diamond queen, life will be easy.So declarer just knows that that card will be offside.In addition, if East takes a trick with the diamond queen and gives his partner the lead in hearts, a low-club shift through dummy\u2019s king could give South a nasty guess.(Since East is a passed hand, he is unlikely to have the diamond queen and club ace- queen, because West\u2019s lead marks East with a high heart, probably the king.) But declarer can avoid those problems.He draws the remaining trump, plays a diamond to the king and exits with a heart, taken by West.What can he do?If West plays a second heart, South ruffs and leads a diamond.If West shows out (see the diagram), declarer ducks the trick to East, who is endplayed.He must lead a club around to the king, or play a diamond from the queen, or return a heart, conceding a ruff-and-sluff.(Declarer ruffs on the board to gain an eighth trump trick.) If West leads a second diamond, South tries dummy\u2019s jack.If it loses, the suit must be 3-2, and the contract is guaranteed.If East fails to follow suit, the diamond jack is declarer\u2019s 10th trick.If West leads a club, South plays low from the board and can build up a club trick.He loses at most one heart and two clubs.NEA BRIDGE Email your classified ad to us! Fast and convenient! classad@sherbrookerecord.com PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW The Record newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com Friday, January 29 2021 Page 15 Your Birthday SUNDAY, JANUARY 31, 2021 Pay attention to important relationships and to the way you look and feel this year.Stay on top of ?nancial, legal and health issues, and make decisions based on facts and common sense.Don\u2019t let anyone interfere in your affairs.It\u2019s OK to be different; choose to do things your way.AQUARIUS (Jan.20-Feb.19) - Uncertainty is a warning to sit back and rethink how best to move forward.Don\u2019t let anyone step in and take charge.Don\u2019t be afraid to try something new; just make sure you\u2019re comfortable.PISCES (Feb.20-March 20) - Reach out to people you enjoy working alongside.The ideas you share will lead to a prosperous partnership.Look at the logistics, and distribute the work evenly among those with attributes that will complement your goal.ARIES (March 21-April 19): Establish what you want to do, then start preparing.How you turn your dream into a reality will determine the outcome.Don\u2019t fumble your way through something when gathering information and executing your plans with intelligence will make life simpler.3 stars TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Refuse to let what others do in?uence you.Don\u2019t try and ?x what\u2019s still working.Use intelligence to navigate your way to the success you desire.Look for unique ways to use your skills, and you\u2019ll ?nd your niche.5 stars GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Emotions and making the right decision will clash.When in doubt, take a step back, breathe deeply and rely on your intellect to guide you down the right path.Make decisions based on facts, experience and what you want to achieve.2 stars CANCER (June 21-July 22): Reach out to someone who brings out the best in you.Together you will come up with a plan that will help you ?nd alternative ways to get ahead.A unique idea will lead to a lifestyle change, comfort and convenience.4 stars LEO (July 23-Aug.22): Sit tight.If you leap into action prematurely, you will have regrets.Let mistakes help you make better decisions as you move forward.Refuse to let a sensitive situation turn into a brawl.Look for opportunities, not setbacks.3 stars VIRGO (Aug.23-Sept.22): Take on something that excites you and gives you the push you need to ignite your imagination.A new hobby you can share with someone you love or a plan you make that will enhance your love life is favored.3 stars LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23) - Check out what\u2019s possible, and leave what you cannot change on the back burner for now.Avoid joint ventures; shared expenses or discussions are likely to end with an argument.Be reasonable and responsible for your actions.Focus on peace.3 stars SCORPIO (Oct.24-Nov.22) - Getting along with a friend or relative will be dif?cult and leave you confused.Take a moment to rethink what\u2019s best for you.Work quietly toward your goal, and don\u2019t share your intentions until you\u2019ve got your ideas in order.SAGITTARIUS (Nov.23-Dec.21) - Rely on experience to get you through the day.Don\u2019t take the bait if someone tries to goad you into an argument.A steady pace, even temper and a tight ?st when it comes to money matters will ward off problems.CAPRICORN (Dec.22-Jan.19) - Make changes to your lifestyle, property and home environment.Include the ones you love in the process to ensure you have everyone\u2019s approval before you start.Someone will offer valid suggestions that can save you money.Romance is on the rise.SATURDAY, JANUARY 30, 2021 Listen and take notes.Consider what will make your life easier and your relationships better.Strive for personal growth, physical ?tness and being the best you can be.Don\u2019t procrastinate when you know in your heart that it\u2019s time to walk the walk instead of talking the talk.AQUARIUS (Jan.20-Feb.19) - Put your energy where it counts most.You\u2019ll feel better once you\u2019ve put things behind you.Do your best to tie up loose ends.Discuss your ideas with a loved one.PISCES (Feb.20-March 20) - Take your time and do the best job possible.Get the lowdown before you commit to something that has the potential to back?re.Don\u2019t let anyone take advantage of you.ARIES (March 21-April 19) - Change begins with you.Look around you, envision how you want things to be and make it happen.Take responsibility for your happiness, and charge forward with enthusiasm and con?dence.TAURUS (April 20-May 20) - Pay less attention to what others are doing and more attention to doing your best.You can make positive changes at home.Don\u2019t let uncertainty stand between you and what you want.GEMINI (May 21-June 20) - Use your knowledge, skills and experience to advance.Beef up your resume, check online job postings and consider what you enjoy doing most.Beware exaggerated or false information.Do your homework.CANCER (June 21-July 22) - Make a change at home that will grant you more freedom to entertain, get ?t or do things more ef?ciently.Figure out a way to turn something you love doing into a lucrative side business.LEO (July 23-Aug.22) - Uncertainty will set in if you let temptation or the decisions someone makes confuse you.Think about what\u2019s best for you and your loved ones before making a big move.VIRGO (Aug.23-Sept.22) - A change will give you a new perspective on the possibilities.Don\u2019t sit idle when you can engage in something that will get you moving, enhance your love life and encourage growth.LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23) - Take your time, sort through information, question anything you ?nd confusing and do what\u2019s in your best interest.Dealing with other people\u2019s problems will help you prepare for the future.SCORPIO (Oct.24-Nov.22) - Don\u2019t get angry when you should be taking care of responsibilities.Put the work behind you, and consider the leverage you have moving forward.An emotional matter will resolve itself if you let it.SAGITTARIUS (Nov.23-Dec.21) - Pay attention to want ads and online job posts, and it will spark your interest in something exciting.A friend or relative will be reluctant to tell you all the facts.CAPRICORN (Dec.22-Jan.19) - Stick close to home.Consider the best way to deal with ?nancial, health or contractual issues that need addressing.Make physical improvements at home that will reduce your overhead.PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW Page 16 Friday, January 29, 2021 newsroom@sherbrookerecord.com The Record PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PRESSREADER PressReader.com +1 604 278 4604 ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY .ORIGINAL COPY COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW "]