Wortley Villager
October 2024 Issue 83
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Ward 11 Update from City Hall by Skylar Franke, Ward 11 London City Council 519-661-2489, extension 4011 • sfranke@london.ca Hello Wortley Residents, I love fall! The leaves are changing, people are handing out candy, it’s sweater weather and I get to drink delicious lattes (my personal favourite is a lavender oat milk latte at Sidetrack). It’s just so cozy. Free Welcome Neighbour Bags The City of London has tote bags, filled with information like the bike map, recycling rules and more. If you’d like to get a bag (or a few) to give to new neighbours, please email me at sfranke@ london.ca to secure your bag. Fall in love with the Forest City this season If you’re looking for the perfect picturesque activity this fall, the City of London has you covered! Until mid-October, City Hall will open the top floor observation deck to the public for Londoners to enjoy an aerial view of the foliage as it changes from green to autumn colours. While viewing the stunning autumn cityscape from City Hall’s top floor, Londoners can also enjoy seasonal cookies, coffee and apple cider with a donation to this year’s United Way Elgin Middlesex campaign on behalf of the City of London. Entry to the observation deck is free. The City Hall observation decks will be accessible to the public from September 18, 2024 to mid-October during the following times: Monday to Friday from 5 to 7:30 pm and Saturday to Sunday from 10 am. to 2 pm. The observation deck will be closed on Monday, September 30, 2024. Londoners interested in attending can RSVP at london.ca/FallatCityHall. Walk-ins are available as capacity permits.
Play Your Way Programming Did you know the City of London offers tons of different programs for youth, adults, seniors and families? I’ve got Rory registered in cooking and swim classes this fall and we’ve been having a blast. Find out more at: london.ca/PlayYourWay. Thank you and take care!
Follow us on Facebook! Presented by the City of London Neighbourgood program and hosted by Mischa Mackie and Stacey Prieur, the 3rd annual Bring Your Own Picnic and Movie Night on the Green featured the Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone movie, live music by Tora Klassen, face painting by Jess Darroch sponsored by the London Arts Council, and lawn games donated by the Forest City Sport and Social Club. Photo by Zamir Khan.
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A Fall Bird Walk at the Coves with Nature London by Stacey Jaczko A group of Nature London members met for a walk in The Coves on September 5. This is one of many hikes led by Nature London members throughout the year in Parks and Environmentally Sensitive Areas in and around the City of London. It was a beautiful September morning as we walked the trail along the East Pond observing turtles basking in the sun and Great Blue Herons on the logs across the pond. Bird song was quiet until we got to a huge Hackberry tree located off Brookdale Ave. The tree was loaded with fruit, and birds seen or heard enjoying the feast, included Northern Cardinals, Red-bellied Woodpeckers, House Finches and Gray Catbirds. While we were observing the tree located on private property, the
Heron at the Coves Photo by Stacey Jaczko Wortley Villager Issue #83 October 2024 Your local community connector The 100% locally owned and produced Wortley Villager is published ten times a year with thousands delivered free to area residences, set out at local venues, and posted online at www.villagerpublications.com Publisher: Barb Botten P.O. Box 134, Lambeth Station Ontario N6P 1P9 Barb@villagerpublications.com 519-282-7262 Managing Editor: Cathy Wood Cathy@villagerpublications.com All articles by Cathy Wood unless noted otherwise. Advertising : Tami Martin Tami@villagerpublications.com 519-851-0961 Graphic Artist: Cathy Wood Old South Delivery Ambassador: Nippy Watson Copyright @ 2015 Villager Publications. All rights reserved. This magazine or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of the Publisher. Information presented has been compiled from sources believed to be accurate at the time of printing however the Publisher assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
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owner came out and we had a great discussion with him about the tree and wildlife he had seen in the area. He gave us a little bit of a history lesson on the Coves and his property, then brought out a picture which showed the entire area we were standing on underwater during the 1937 flood. It was a different but very entertaining and informative addition to a nature walk. As we continued on our walk, we observed Great Egrets, a Belted Kingfisher and an Osprey flying with a fish in its beak. A total of 15 bird species were seen or heard. We also spent time observing the insect and plant life. The goldenrod and sunflowers in full bloom were lovely. A Hickory Tussock caterpillar was seen and we learned it is actually venomous and should not be touched. The Coves is a wonderful and easily accessible area that is rewarding to visit any time of the year. It is a great spot to get out and enjoy the amazing nature that exists in the middle of our city. For more information about Nature London’s activities and how to become a member visit www.naturelondon.com Nature London is dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of nature. The organization works to protect threatened natural areas and takes action on other issues affecting the local environment. Its goals are: 1) To acquire and disseminate knowledge of natural history; 2) To conserve wildlife and protect its natural habitat; 3) To stimulate public interest in and understanding of nature its protection and preservation; and 4) To develop and sponsor special interest groups in various field of natural history.
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Golden Girls: LONDON’S 60+ Women’s Team wins National Ice Hockey Championship On August 29, 2024, London’s Women’s 60+ hockey team became the National Champions at the Canada +55 Games. The games took place this year in Quebec City and featured over 3000 athletes from across Canada who competed in over 20 events. The London team, called Team Chaos , is made up of women from the London area. They are all 60 years of age or more and share a passion for playing hockey at any age. Three of the women, call Old South home. Lynn Sebastien, who scored the game-winning goal at the provincials, said “I am so proud of everyone. It was such a team effort.” “It was so much fun getting to play with incredible women who worked so hard for 18 months get here,” said Sandy Perryman as she reflected on the achievement. “To be a national champion is just icing on the cake!” And for resident Jane Roy, “women’s hockey has really taken off over the past few years. It’s great being part of it.” The next games take place in 2026 in Winnipeg. The Golden Girls of London will be back at it to defend their title.
Above, Jane Roy, Sandy Perryman and Lynn Sebastien. Photo by Glen Pearson.
Top right: pre-teen Jane Roy, now Co-Director of the London Food Bank, an acccomplished fine artist and also a national hockey champion. Above, London’s Senior Women’s Hockey team – Team Chaos. Photo by Grace Flaherty.
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Let’s go on a Regent Seven Seas Cruise! Greetings Old South! Welcome to my new monthly travel column. As a seven-year Wortley Village resident, I am excited to bring you my favourite travel partners. Regent is ranked among the top luxury cruise experiences and was recently voted ‘World’s Best Small
Cruise Line’ by Travel & Leisure Magazine. It has a reputation for providing worldwide immersive itineraries, superlative service, sumptuous suites and culinary experiences in an ‘upscale relaxed’ atmosphere. The dress code reflects the elegant casual style, no ties or jackets required. Regent prides itself on offering the most inclusive package at sea today. Guests enjoy several complimentary inclusions such as unlimited shore excursions, pre- paid gratuities, valet laundry and unlimited WiFi. All restaurants, include complimentary wines, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages. As a ‘finishing touch’ the ensuite bar is stocked with your favourite liquor, wine or bubbly. Regent’s ‘intimate’ ships range from 490 to 750 guests on its six, all-suite ships. Itineraries range from 7 to 154 nights, exploring countries around the world. A unique series has just been launched by Regent, ‘Immersive Overnights’ where at every Port of Call the ship stays overnight for one or two nights – perhaps in a town, city, village near the port where you may opt to soak up the evening atmosphere and have dinner, or a nightcap, or just a walk along the beach. As an example, on a June 2025 cruise, the ship spends two nights in Stockholm, one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval centres. On your own explore the enormous palaces, the Vasa Museum (among others), Gamla Stan neighbourhood and more all spread over 14 islands. Or take a 3-hour cruise among Stockholm’s Archipelago consisting of 30,000 islands. Regent offers the perfect itinerary for everyone, call or email and we can chat to see what your ideal itinerary is.
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The History of Halloween in the Village by Laurie Tome, HitV Event Coordinator Our story begins with two friends, a shared love of Halloween, and a simple idea; wouldn’t it be fun to have a Halloween parade on Wortley Road? As a Scenic Artist, my background in theatre flowed naturally into my love of creating costumes, decorating, and celebrating Halloween with friends and family. Friend and co-founder Maria Calleja’s passion for the arts has always been a huge part of her life. As owner of Budding Artists, Maria is known for her amazing art workshops for kids. The idea for Halloween in the Village came to us in the summer of 2011 after being inspired by a Halloween parade in New York City featuring large skeleton puppets. We thought it would be amazing to bring something like that to Wortley Village. That’s where Old South Community Organization (OSCO) came in. Our friends at OSCO have been there for us ever since. With support from Landon Library, we started community workshops to build decorations for the parade. Our first haunted house was at Landon. We approached friends and posted on Facebook asking for volunteers. One of the first people to step up was Wendy Lanctot. Her skills and dedication have made her a pillar of HitV. Wendy’s idea of a pumpkin festival became our closing ceremony, the “Lighting of the Pumpkins”. Lisa Porter, another incredible volunteer, has made the haunted house a beloved part of the event. From there, we continued to build adding costume and float competitions, the Witches of Wortley Dance Troupe and activities for all ages. Of course, countless more volunteers play vital roles in the success of the carnival. Without their dedication, this event would not be what it is today.
To advertise here, please contact Cathy@villagerpublications.com Maria and Wendy Enter Ian Leishman. Ian and I met at an OSCO meeting where he offered to build our website, secure more sponsors, and help with some of the programming. Thanks to him, our title sponsor Start.ca and all of our very important local businesses, HitV has grown into a full-scale carnival event with live music, craft vendors, food trucks, a village scavenger hunt, haunted house, a dance, pumpkin carving, and more. And we continue to add something new every year. With the success of HitV, we’re now able to fundraise for the Children’s Health Foundation. Even though Start.ca/Halloween in the Village has grown, we are committed to our community roots. We remain a free, Laurie as a Colonial Witch
family-friendly event that promotes creativity and brings safe Halloween fun to Old South London and beyond. Join us Saturday, October 26th, from 1 pm to 7 pm at the Wortley YMCA grounds. Happy Halloween! Top to bottom: Cowboy Ian Leishman, Henry Gawluk, the Float Master with his float, The Witches of Wortley.
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And so goes the jazz standard, celebrating the season of pumpkin spice, sweaters and falling leaves. But there must be something more, and with Thanksgiving on the way, that something is ‘gratitude’. I talked with some folks in the village to find out what they are grateful for. Rima Sater (Library Assistant and Artist) “I am thankful for the creative community which I have been a part of for the last 15 years. It has given me an outlet during good times and bad times.”
J. Bruce Parker asks: “Old Father Time checked, so there’d be no doubt Called on the north wind to come on out Then cupped his hands so proudly to shout La-di-da, di-da-di-dum, ‘tis Autumn”
Brianna Lidster Wortley Business Owner “We are so thankful for all of the continued support from the village. We are also extremely thankful to be part of such a cute neighbourhood with great neighbours and fellow business owners.”
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Michael Paris Auto Repair Shop Service Manager “I’ve been married for 27 years with two daughters in university, so that is what I am most thankful for – my family.”
Michael Prentice Library Page “I am grateful for ‘Sidetracks’.”
“I am thankful for the way my parents raised me and that they are still here. They gave me a certain skill set of stuff, including music. I am also grateful for that interaction that I have here with people who stop to listen to my music.”
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Anna Wilson Marketing Director and Artist “I am so grateful to be part of a community that is so welcoming and supportive of small businesses and artisans.”
Sue Sutherland Wood Author, Retired Librarian “I’ve lived in Wortley Village for over three decades now. The genuine sense of community is something that I am thankful for. Walking and shopping in the village provides an old- world charm experience and passer-byes usually make eye contact and smile.”
“I am thankful for my faith. I was struck by a car over nine years ago and continue to recover so I am thankful for my therapists, my amazing family and my faith.”
“I am grateful that I am able to express my gratitude in my retirement. I feel that I spent a lot of my life not appreciating the things that I had, and once I got to retirement, I decided that I wanted to make the rest of my life about giving back.”
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Meet your Old South Neighbour: Krista Smith Krista Smith’s journey with hospice and palliative care started years ago when at age twelve she volunteered as a candy striper. “I assisted patients with ice water and meals and read to or talked with them,” she recalls. “Even then I was saddened that family mem- bers were not more available to visit loved ones in their final weeks.” Krista continued to volunteer in Long Term Care homes over the years, in an effort to fill the gaps she saw in patient care. Noting that more patients would have fewer visitors, and would be alone and perhaps scared, she resolved to do what she could to ensure that others did not die alone. Now 47 and working as a volunteer at a hospice, her “passion for palliative patients on fire” Krista recently received her End of Life Doula certification, Medically Assisted In Dying (MAid) certification and a Sacred Plant Therapy certification. She is also a certified Reiki practitioner and works with Essential Oils. “I was scared of death when I was younger,” reflects Krista. “People didn’t talk about it. I plan to host workshops, art escape after- noons, open forums and other opportunities for people to get together and have conversations – to be okay to talk about death, ask questions, be confident and not fearful. I want to help families in grief, sit with them and use my knowledge and experience to be a resource for all the things they would like to know. Birthing Doulas are for helping bring life into the world. The same can be said for leaving this world. That is what an End of Life Doula does and is.” “I love Wortley Village, she continues. “We raised our children here and wouldn’t want to live anywhere else. My neighbours know me, and I know them.”
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Donald D’Haene interprets Erik by J. Bruce Parker
Old South author Donald D’Haene brought a celebration of life event to Manor Park Memorial Hall on September 14. The sold- out performance titled Interpreting Erik , was part memorial and part theatrical event, focusing on the life and death of his brother Erik D’Haene. Erik died in 2020 at the age of 54 on the streets of Vancouver, succumbing to an overdose of methamphetamine. He had a lifelong struggle with his mental health, compounded by being homeless for over 40 years. Erik wrote in despair, “I need an interpreter in my own skin. Friend, help me to find and keep a place here”. This is exactly what brother Donald has done. The spoken word event defined the life of Erik through his art, letters and the words of his surviving siblings; Donald, Ronny, and Marina. The voice of Erik was interpreted by actor Tyler Lionel Parr. The D’Haene children were victims of sexual abuse by their father for over 10 years. Each took their own path in resolving the effects of that abuse. This production was created, directed and produced by Donald D’Haene from over 900 letters and poems. Erik’s artwork of over 200 pieces was on display. This dynamic and heartfelt event was filmed and will be released as a documentary in the near future.
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Proudly Printed By: ed away June 23, 2020 at 96 years of age, described in his ary as follows: A respected leader, Bill ’ s ethical standards were ent in all aspects of his life. He set challenging goals for himself manifested in his many personal, athletic and career evements. ” • Recognized as MVP of the Mustangs Football team and lettered in Basketball • Recruited to play professionally with the Toronto Argonauts • Articled at Clarkson Gordon & Company and received his CA designation • Went on to become President of Warner Lambert Canada Ltd., then President of Laura Secord Canada, UK and USA • His love of sports led him to involvement with the Olympics • Was VP of Marketing for the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary • Worked as a consultant for the IOC and then as President of the Olympic Trust of Canada • Volunteer roles: Former Director and Chair of the Environment Committee of the Lake of Bays Association, where Bill’s family had a cottage for many years 100 Years of Lions’ Pride: Honouring 150 Distinguished South Alumni by Connie Weir 150 profiles of South Collegiate alumni were created for display at the South Collegiate Alumni Association’s 100th Reunion in May 2023. Dr. Matin Lyle Robinson (1944) was one. William (Bill) Wardle (1943) Professional Football Player and Business Executive ed an Honours degree in Business nistration at Western gnized as MVP of the Mustangs Football and lettered in Basketball uited to play professionally with the onto Argonauts ed at Clarkson Gordon & Company and ved his CA designation t on to become President of Warner bert Canada Ltd., then President of Laura Secord Canada, UK SA • Joined the Canadian Army following graduation and served until the war’s end in 1945 • Earned an Honours degree in Bus- ness Administration at Western • Passed away June 23, 2020 at 96 years of age, described in his obituary as follows: A respected leader, Bill’s ethical standards were evident in all aspects of his life. He set challenging goals for himself that manifested in his many personal, athletic and career achievements. ove of sports led him to involvement with the Olympics VP of Marketing for the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary ked as a consultant for the IOC and then as President of the mpic Trust of Canada WILLIAM (BILL) WARDLE (1943) FESSIONAL FOOTBALL PLAYER & BUSINESS EXECUTIVE ed the Canadian Army following uation and served until the war ’ s end in nteer roles: Former Director and Chair of the Environment mittee of the Lake of Bays Association, where Bill ’ s family had a ge for many years
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Smoke Detectors Save Lives! by Geoff Rae Fire Prevention Week, running from October 6th to 12th, is an essential time to raise awareness about home fire safety. This year’s theme, ‘Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!™’, focuses on the importance of having functional smoke alarms in every home. The campaign emphasizes three crucial actions: INSTALL, TEST, and REPLACE. Understanding the importance of these steps can make all the difference in a fire emergency. Smoke alarms are a critical first line of defence against home fires. Today’s homes burn faster than ever, giving you as little as two minutes — or even less — to safely escape once a fire starts. This narrow window of time makes it vital that your smoke alarms are in optimal working condition and strategically placed. Smoke alarms should be installed in every bedroom, outside of sleeping areas (such as hallways), and on every level of your home, including the basement. When choosing a smoke alarm, make sure it is listed with Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC), which ensures it meets the necessary safety standards. For enhanced protection, consider using combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms that are interconnected throughout the home. These alarms can be installed by a qualified electrician so that when one alarm sounds, all alarms in the home are triggered. This feature ensures that you will hear the alarm no matter where the fire starts. Regular testing of your smoke alarms is just as important as installing them. Testing ensures that the alarms are functioning correctly and that their batteries are still good. It’s recommended to test your alarms once a month by pressing the test button. If
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What’s Happening at Landon Library Submitted by Ashleigh Hickey October 5, 10:00 – 11:30 am STEAM Saturdays (Family) Drop-in to explore different Science, Technology, En- gineering, Art and Math related activities! October 10, 6:30 – 7:30 pm Fantasy Map Building (Teen) Join us as you learn how to create your own digital map using Inkarnate. You can use these maps for Dungeons and Dragons, fantasy world building and more! Each participant will receive It’s time to be creative! Drop by your local library to take a break and create. Craft supplies may vary, chill vibes only. STEAM, Saturdays (Family) February 3, 2024 10:00 – 11:00 am (Drop-In) Drop-in to explore a variety of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math related activities! their own print copy of their map. Registration required. October 30, 9:30 - 10:30 Halloween StoryTime! (1+) Celebrate Halloween with a special Halloween themed Storytime. Drop-in for Halloween stories, songs, rhymes, and other Storytime favourites. Costumes are encouraged! Stay afterwards to play and meet other families. AlvegoRoot Theatre Trivia Night Manor Park Memorial Hall, 11 Briscoe Street For ticket information and to learn more about AlvegoRoot’s 2024 season, visit www.alvegoroottheatre.com What’s Happening at Landon Library Submitted by Ashleigh Hickey Cursive Writing (Ages 8+) January 20, 2024 10:30 am – noon (Registered) Come learn the benefits of cursive writing and try your hand at some pangrams with Dez, a local archivist. PA Day Creativity Break (Teen) February 2, 2024 3:00 – 4:30 pm (Drop-In)
Animalert Holiday Online Auction November 12th to 22nd at 32Auctions.com Grand Wood Park Night Market 2025
(226) 998-8703 Enhance Physical Health, Confidence and Self Esteem with Sifu Carlos Ferraz
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Kung Fu & Tai Chi School EXPERIENCE MARTIAL ARTS AND WELLNESS BOOK A TRIAL CLASS AT https://kungfu-taichi.ca Dedicated classes for children • Day Camps Classes for teens, adults and seniors. Congratulations to Grand Wood Park on the success of their inaugural Night Market held Thursday evenings this summer on their lovely grounds on Grand Ave. Vendors interested in participating in the 2025 Night Market can contact Stacey Porter at (519) 432-1162 to register and for further information.
BRASSROOTS Saint James Westminster, 115 Askin Street CHRISTMAS FROM THE HEART Saturday December 14, 2024 at 7:30
CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE December 7th Christmas Market December 6 and 7
A CLASSICAL CHRISTMAS Saturday, November 23, 7:30pm
Your Perfect Match awaits you at The London Animal Care Centre and The Catty Shack! Retirement Living Designed for You Private Suites Starting at $2777 including: • Chef prepared menu daily for 3 meals and snacks Bringing people and pets together www.accpets.ca Visit LACC and The Catty Shack on Facebook! • Housekeeping, laundry, individual climate control for AC and heat • Emergency call bell system and a push button wrist band for Nursing • Extensive Recreation Programs, Entertainment, Crafts, Clubs, and Scheduled outings • Options for additional care available Book a tour and plan your move today! Horton Street 50+ Centre Holiday Market Thursday November 28, 10 – 2. Free admission. All welcome. The Boys and Girls Club, 184 Horton Street Local vendors, bake table, chili lunch Vendor spaces still available. Contact Jenn at 519-434-9115 x250 or JJones@bgclondon.ca
Wesley Knox United Church. Featuring music by Buxtehude, Arnesen, Vivaldi, Forrest, and Rutter—with soprano Katy Clark, and accompanied by London Symphonia. Visit kssingers.com for more information.
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Matt’s Car Care Tip
Wow, what a hot sticky and sunny summer we had! I for one, am glad that September is nally upon us along with the cool weather it brings. Hopefully, we can begin to resume our normal activities and get a sense of the “new normal”. Since COVID-19 changed most of our travel plans this year, many of us have been taking lots of daytrips in our cars and racking up the mileage. Perhaps your vehicle is due for its next scheduled maintenance interval? Your neighbours at Wortley Auto Service can help you with that! Most new cars are good at telling us that they need to be serviced, but, that does not always mean a simple oil change. Often, an oil change is accompanied with a tire rotation, Air and Cabin Filter replacement, uid top up and assessment of the overall condition of the car. At Wortley Auto Service, we perform a digital multi point inspection and send it right to your phone or computer! You can review the ndings, look at pictures of your car and have peace of mind knowing that your vehicle has been thoroughly inspected. Most new cars are good at telling us when they need an oil change on the information display; if you aren’t sure about the oil change intervals on your car, drop us a line or stop into our shop and we can check the intervals that apply to your vehicle. Heading into the fall driving season warrants a bit more service than a basic oil change, your crew at Wortley Auto Service will do a comprehensive inspection of your car while it is in for an oil change. The fall is a great time to check the condition of your tires. Rotating tires is the best way to ensure you have good service life out of them. Perhaps you use snow tires on your car, this is the time of year to set an appointment to install them. The cool mornings in the fall are hard on your Battery and may lead to starting problems, we always recommend testing your battery health at this time of year. In addition to our Digital Inspection, we consult the Factory Service Schedule speciic to your vehicle and make sure that we cover all the recommended service items in that table including coolant, transmission, brake uid and power steering uid service intervals. Very often, these service items can become overlooked when you are getting a “rapid” oil change performed. If you are not sure about the speciic time or mileage intervals that apply to your vehicle, feel free to drop in and chat with one of our team members or drop us a line. Wiper blades are often an overlooked maintenance item, they begin to streak and chatter in the cold weather leading to reduced visibility. Wortley Auto Service checks all wiper blades at every service appointment. Winter proof windshield washer fluid with a low freeze point like -40 degrees is important to clear frost off your windshield in the fall. We always top up your washer fluid at every service appointment as well. Book your fall maintenance appointment today and beat the rush! We look forward to serving you soon. FALL MAINTENANCE The trees are starting to change colours, the Western Fair is over and most of us are settling back into our fall routines. Perhaps you are taking the family to hockey practices or for a country drive to enjoy the fall colours, at any rate, if you are driving your trusted vehicle this fall it may be time for some maintenance.
“Matt and his team are friendly, professional, ef fi cient and honest. I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my vehicles.” DM
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