12 goals towards a strong
RRCA tree
economic foundation
seedling
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Investigate the feasibilityof newregional
Eight specific targets have been
organizations and committees to lead the
program
identified inaplanprepared tohelpboost
implementation of various aspects of this
the economy of Prescott-Russell.
strategy;
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One of the prime goals of the strategy is
Focus external investment attraction
Do not wait until spring.
to “facilitate new economic opportunities
efforts on the activities in the convergence
The Raisin Region Conservation
and collaborations based on convergence,
between agriculture, manufacturing, and
Authority(RRCA)offerswatershedresidents
creativity and talent.”
transportation and logistics;
the opportunity to beautify their property
To achieve this end, the strategy lays out
Establish Prescott-Russell as a “green”
withavarietyofconifersaswellasdeciduous
eight specific objectives.
region and centre for research and
trees and shrubs.
development of bio-applications in
Whetheryourgoalistoplantawindbreak,
manufacturing, transportation and energy;
Le Phénix
provide wildlife habitat, improve the
Develop an incubation program focused
shorelineorsimplyaddtoexistinglandscape
on activities in the convergence areas
– this program is for you.
between agriculture, manufacturing and
promotes
All seedlingsare indigenous speciesoften
transportation;
unavailable at local nurseries.
Develop and enhance the Business
This bulk purchase by the RRCA allows
savings plan
Retention and Expansion (BR&E) activities
for acquiring these trees on a cost recovery
in Prescott-Russell with technology-based
basis. No long drives out of town, no
approaches;
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excessive gas consumption and a reduction
Identify education and training
A LFRED
in your own carbon footprint.
opportunities in an effort to increase
“We have taken a carpooling approach,”
educational attainment and technical skill
says RRCA Soil and Water Conservation
The Alfred-based advocacy group, Le
within the local labour force;
Specialist Normand Génier. “Seedlings are
Phénix, is organizing bilingual
Undertake activities focused on building
purchased by individuals, families as well
information sessions on the Registered
the creative rural economy in Prescott-
Dominique Auger and Alain Lapensée,
as businesses for distribution to employees,
Disability Savings Plan.
Russell with the priorities of promoting
owners of La Binerie Plantagenet.
which is a great idea.” He added, “Tree
For more information or to make an
connectivity and collaboration, and
planting subsidies from Trees Ontario are
appointment, call 613-679-1244, toll-free
attracting and retaining creative workers;
Bean showdown
also available for landowners with greater
number 1-866-775-7001, or e-mail:
Developacreativeandculturalindustries
than one hectare (2.5 acres) of land. The
info@lephenix.on.ca.
incubation program supporting small
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subsidy covers approximately 90 per cent of
Le Phénix has been awarded a contract
businesses and events in the tourism,
P LANTAGENET
the total establishment cost of a plantation.”
to informpeoplewithdisabilities and their
cultural, hospitality and arts sector.
Tree seedlings come in multiples of ten
families about the RDSP on behalf of
The second goal articulated in the
per species and must be ordered before the
Independent Living Canada.
My grandmother’s beans are the best!
economic development strategy is to create
March 31, 2012 deadline. In total, 25 species
That’s the name of the contest organized
Le Phénix is holding information
an unparalleled quality of place and
are available this year and include conifer
during the Plantagenet Bean Festival to be
sessions in Prescott-Russell, Stormont-
remarkable visitor experiences. To achieve
trees such as White Spruce and White Pine,
held at La Binerie Plantagenet Sunday,
Dundas-Glengarry, theOutaouais and the
this goal, the strategy lays out four specific
deciduous trees likeBlackWalnut andSugar
October 2.
Laurentians.
objectives:
Maple, and even deciduous shrubs such as
“Our grandmothers’ food…mmm! It’s
TheRDSPisa federal registeredsavings
1. Reorganize the tourism development
Nannyberry and Wild Raisin. All species
sogoodandnothingbeatsitformostpeople,
plan delivered by the Canada Revenue
structure and activities to better recognize
are reasonably priced and sell between 57
that’s where the name of the contest comes
Agency. It is designed to ensure long-term
the sector’s influence on other sectors of the
cents and $1.05 each.
from. We’re expecting several competitors
financial security for people with
local economy as well as quality of place;
Improveyourproperty, your community
andwe just can’twait to taste and showcase
disabilities. The plan was created to help
2. Build the capacity of Prescott-Russell
and your environment. Order your tree
traditional family recipes,” said Alain
children and adults with disabilities save
to attract and retainmulti-day tourist visits;
seedlings using the online form at
Lapensée, co-owner of La Binerie
for the future – and to give the people who
3. Brand Prescott-Russell within the
www.rrca.on.ca, or by calling Josianne
Plantagenet. “We also expect some less
love them a little peace of mind. Benefits
context of its agricultural strengths, natural
Sabourin of the Raisin RegionConservation
traditional recipes, like vegetarian ones.
include matching grants of up to $3,500
heritageassetsandruraleconomyasameans
Authority at 613-938-3611, extension 221.
Beans are known for their excellent
per year on eligible contributions, plus a
of differentiating the region from its
nutritional value. A serving of beans is a
bond of up to $1,000 per year even if no
competitors;
very good source of fibre and proteins,” he
contribution ismade. Toknowmore about
Museum money
4. Enhance the built environment and
added.
the
RDSP,
visit
physical infrastructure in Prescott-Russell
The public will be invited to sample the
www.disabilitysavings.gc.ca or call 1-800-
inorder toappeal toawider rangeof visitors
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different bean recipes brought in by
622-6232.
and residents.
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competitors for the contest and La Binerie’s
own beans. The bean tasting is free. “Our
Better access
competitorswill have everything theyneed
The Glengarry Pioneer Museum in
onhandtoserve thepublicaswe’reopening
Dunvegan has been awarded $4,700 by the
our kitchen doors to them,” explained
federal government to help organize its
Dominique Auger, co-owner of La Binerie
Fall Festival and a War of 1812 battle re-
to health services for
Plantagenet.Approximately ten judgeswill
enactment.
taste the beans and determine which the
“We receive many visitors from across
winning recipes are.
Ontario and Québec who are interested in
Champlain residents
Competitors must be at least 19 years
ourlocalhistory.Astheeventwillalsofeature
old.
the work of 173 local artists, artisans and
They must register before September 26
performers,ouryearlyfestivalisarealtribute
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and bring at least ten pounds of cooked
to the area’s cultural heritage,” says curator
The Champlain Local Health Integration Network is investing $730,000 in new
beans October 2, There are many prizes to
Jennifer Black.
annual funding to help people travel to health services such as seniors’ day programs
be won: Eastern Ontario’s Best Cauldron
“North Glengarry is one of the oldest
and dialysis.
Trophy, one-night stay including dinner at
communities in Ontario and represents one
The program will be implemented across the region in Renfrew County, North
OGenêt Bed&Breakfast, gift certificates for
ofCanada’sfoundingScottishcommunities,”
Lanark/North Grenville, Ottawa, and the Eastern Counties. It will be particularly
activities in the region and other
says Glengarry-Prescott-Russell MP Pierre
beneficialforruralresidents,whooftenneedtotravellongdistancesforhealthappointments
participation prizes.
Lemieux. “The Pioneer Museum works
and medical procedures. Expanding non-urgent medical transportation services is a top
In addition to the free bean tasting, the
successfully to celebrate Upper Canada’s
priority forboth theLHINand the communitysupport agencies that deliver care. Thenew
festival will feature fun activities for the
dynamic history.”
funds will expand existing transportation services. With an aging population and an
whole family, music and entertainment.
increasing number of patients requiring treatments such as dialysis, demand for such
A tour of La Binerie’s kitchen and
services is growing. The Champlain LHIN’s overall strategy is keep seniors healthy and
Allan Chamandy
sampling of other food products prepared
independent in their own homes, and this project is an integral part of that goal. When
on site will be offered.
seniors are unable to access health services, they may prematurely go to a long-term care
Coupons will be sold at $2 each; $1 per
dies
home, or end up in a hospital emergency room. In recent years, the Champlain LHINhas
coupon will go to local community groups.
placeda strong focus on improvingnon-urgentmedical transportation. In fact, since 2008,
During the festival, the owners will
the LHIN has purchased 10 new vans plus 10 replacement vans for residents in rural and
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inaugurate their new store.
urbanparts of our region. TheChamplainLHINhas alsoput inplace newtechnology that
A funeral service was held Thursday in
Customers will now be able to stop in
assists agencies in scheduling rides and sharing vans between multiple organizations.
Montréal for Allan Chamandy, long-time
and buy fresh and frozen food products
Non-urgent medical transportation has been identified as a top concern for agencies that
head of St. Lawrence Textiles, who passed
without having to order them first.
serve seniors. The Champlain LHIN will now be working closely with these agencies to
away Monday at the age of 67.
Admission is free. The event will be held
put in place the expanded services. “To benefit fromhealth services, folks need to be able
He had been president of the company,
rain or shine, under the big top.
to access them easily, and that’s why non-urgent medical transportation is such an
which once operated one of the largest
Contest rules and program are available
important issue for our region. This project shows howtheChamplainLHINcollaborates
industries in Hawkesbury, since 1971.
online atwww.labinerieplantagenet.ca and
with local communities and providers to find creative solutions to local health-care
He is survived by Sandy, his wife for 44
on its Facebook page.
challenges,” says Alex Munter, Champlain LHIN CEO.
years, and two children.
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