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Uxbridge, Ontario - Moving To Uxbridge? - Building A Community Of Character

A community of Character shows respect for each other and those in authority

 "RESPECT"

"Respect denotes both a positive feeling of esteem for a person or other entity (such as a nation or a religion), and also specific actions and conduct representative of that esteem. Respect can be a specific feeling of regard for the actual qualities of the one respected (e.g., "I have great respect for her judgment"). It can also be conduct in accord with a specific ethic of respect." source wikipedia 

Take some time this Saturday and learn how respect can be woven into the fabric of Uxbridge.  Listen as two experts on the subject discuss how respect can be become a thread in the fabric of the community.

Respect should not be confused with tolerance, since tolerance doesn't necessarily imply any positive feeling, and is compatible with contempt, which is the opposite of respect.source wikipedia 

When - Saturday April 30th 6:30pm
Where-Uxbridge Secondary School
Who - anyone of any age, who cares about our community
What - Music, Community Recognition, Friendships and a Captivating Speaker

Part of the once a month series"A Community Of Character" presented on the last Saturday of the month from Oct 30th 2010 to May 28th 2011

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Make The Last Few Days of April Count

Have you finished your 2010 income tax return? ..... or are you ..... Done for another year, all the receipts have been collected, tax slips organized and all in the hands of your friendly tax return preparer. All that is left to do is write the cheque and make sure it gets posted in time.

But that is not the end of your Tax Pain

Unfortunately some may have been so busy getting all of the above wrapped up before the deadline they forgot all about another tax deadline.

The Second installment of your Uxbridge property taxes are due by Friday April 29th, 2011.

Failure to pay them on time will result in an immediate penalty of 1 1/4%
and
another 1 1/4% again on the 1st of every month after that until paid.

And Be Counted On The Second Of May

If you did not make use of the advance polls ..... Exercise your right and vote

If the advance polls are an indication voter turnout is going to be high.

Make sure your voice is Counted

 Uxbridge Youth Fishing Event - 9th Annual Huck Finn Youth Fishing Day

An old African proverb is "it takes a village to raise a child". Well here in Uxbridge we see that in action as one of the biggest kids events in Uxbridge is a joint venture of: Canadian Tire Uxbridge, Durham Regional Police, zehrs, The Times Journal, The Uxbridge Legion,  Optimist Uxbridge, The town Of Uxbridge, The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters, The Pickering Rod and Gun Club, Kids, Cops and Canadian Tire Fishing Days, And the Provine of Ontario.

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A Real Night Trip - A Unique Sleep Over 

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Home Ownership Matters 

Here are just a few of the reasons

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Summer Road Trips

With Summer on its way now might be a good time to plan what you are going to do this summer.

• Ontario Canada Travel - Official visitors' information site for travel to Ontario, Canada, Ontario " More to Discover
• Southern Ontario Tourism -  Be it a day trip to shop and dine or a weekend sunbathing on golden sandy beaches.... Southern Ontario is the perfect destination for a vacation to remember.
• Ontario Parks - A comprehensive site for exploring Ontario parks. Among many resources, it includes park and campground information, conservation and research facts, as well as trip planning tips.
• Ontario Out Of Doors- for the outdoor adventure of a lifetime, Canoeing, Biking, Hiking and more
• Ontario's Finest Inns- A comprehensive directory of country inns, resorts and spas, including listings of golf, beaches, theatre, winery tours and Ontario's best dining.
• Resorts Ontario - Over 220 resorts for you to choose from. There are multiple search options including a wish list format.
• Federation of Ontario Bed and Breakfasts Association- Listing of B & B's throughout Ontario with direct links to BBcanada web pages.
• Ontario Rural Routes - Ontario Rural Routes "Top Sites": Your resource for the wealth of products, services and activities found in Rural Ontario

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You often read about our changing demographics and how our population is getting older but have you ever been able to visualize the change.

David Foot of Footworks Consulting has an animated pyramid that visually demonstrates how the makeup of our population has changed over the years and will continue to change in the future.

David K. Foot is a professor of economics at the University of Toronto, and co-author of the Boom, Bust and Echo books.

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Life And Living In Uxbridge, Ontario -  One Voice Matters

In his post Determined - Dedicated - Committed - One Voice Barrie speaks about the power of one voice and that one voice can and does make a difference.

"Concerned about the possible loss of the play park in her neighbourhood Sarah was galvanized into action. Setting up a group page on Facebook, contacting local Realtors, reaching out to her neighbours, holding meetings in her home, Sarah became the voice of her community. She became a whirlwind of activity. She gained the support of the local trail captain. She learned about the costs and issues from councils perspective. She was prepared to be heard and heard she was."

While Sarah was but one voice she had the backing of her "community". Speaking on their behalf she captured Councils ear, and they listened.

But that is not the end.

This meeting was just an opportunity to be heard the next time council meets on this matter is the one that counts. Sarah will need the support of the "community" at this meeting as well. This is the meeting where council will vote on the park and a large number of her supporters being present may be needed to sway the vote in the right direction.

Keep up to date by visiting Sarah's group page on Facebook

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Wishing You And Yours A Very Happy Easter.

May you and your family enjoy all the promises that Easter brings

Take time to stop and smell the flowers

Spend time with Family 

Reconnect with an old friend

Kathy And Barrie

Life And Living In Uxbridge, Ontario - Artists Of Uxbridge

5th Annual Art Show And Sale 

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 Uxbridge, Ontario - Scrap Metal Day Nets 7 Dumpsters Full

17 tons of Various metal items, 1800 lbs of batteries and 50 bcycles for Africycle

On a dull grey rainy day local residents took advantage of this "free dump" to rid theirr basement, garage, yard etc. of that old aluminum and cast iron lawn furniture, pop cans and appliances.

Some of the bicycles donated to Africycle

This was a great runner up for those who will be Thinking About The Earth On - April 22nd 2011 

Items collected included

• Aluminum and cast iron lawn furniture
• Pop and food cans (bagged)
• Fridges, stoves, washers and dryers, sinks, freezers, washtubs and BBQs
• Pots and pans
• T.V. antennas, towers and satellite dishes
• Metal window and bed frames
• Metal tables
• Tire rims, auto parts, electric motors and car batteries
• Lawn mowers, wheel barrows and metal fencing
• Bicycles
• Wiring, copper pipe and nails (please bag). 

In support of the
Uxbridge Rotary Club 

"The Rotary Club of Uxbridge,Chartered in May 1996, has played a key role in supporting a diversity of community projects and individual needs...everything from helping with the establishment of the local trail system to assisting students with their goals to do foreign aid projects.  Rotary is both local and international and as part of the Rotary International community we contribute some of our funds to international initiatives including the eradication of polio, clean water initiatives, education and literacy programs, and health projects.  All part of making our community a better place to live, work and play.."

To learn more about the charitable events and organizations in and around Uxbridge follow this blog.  

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Our Spring Market is well under way and buyers are out looking. With the number of  new listings growing, now is a good time to ensure your home is priced for todays market .

The two graphs below represent the average and median price range of properties that potential buyers are looking at on one of my web sites.

Above - To Mid April 2011

Below - All of 2010

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April 2011 Mid Month Market Update

Local Market Updates 

Buyer activity in Uxbridge has slowed to some degree and the number of homes on the market has risen considerably.

There are currently 152 properties on the market in Uxbridgeand it's Hamlets of Coppins Corners, Goodwood, Leaskdale, Sandford, Udora, and Zephyr,  ranging in price from $164,900  to $4,900,000

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Uxbridge, Ontario - Planting For The Future 

Community Tree Planting Event!  

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Uxbridge, Ontario - Scrap Metal For A Cause

This is a great runner up for those who will be Thinking About The Earth On - April 22nd 2011 
by donating, reusing and recycling items before throwing them into the trash

In support of the
Uxbridge Rotary Club 

"The Rotary Club of Uxbridge,Chartered in May 1996, has played a key role in supporting a diversity of community projects and individual needs...everything from helping with the establishment of the local trail system to assisting students with their goals to do foreign aid projects.  Rotary is both local and international and as part of the Rotary International community we contribute some of our funds to international initiatives including the eradication of polio, clean water initiatives, education and literacy programs, and health projects.  All part of making our community a better place to live, work and play.."

To learn more about the charitable events and organizations in and around Uxbridge follow this blog. 

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and the surrounding area has to offer;
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"Nourish [nur-ish] - Preventing Hunger - One Can At A Time

In a recent conversation with a few friends from Campbell's Soup Cananda, about food banks and relief efforts, I learned first hand what one company is doing to help alleviate hunger locally, and how we can all play a part in helping to stamp out hunger here in Canada.

I feel really blessed to know, and work with, some wonderful people who are in a position to make a real difference in this world. Dedicated people who are involved in helping those who could use a hand up or assistance in a time of disaster or strife.

"There are 925 million undernourished people in the world today. That means one in seven people do not get enough food to be healthy and lead an active life. Hunger and malnutrition are in fact the number one risk to the health worldwide" ... source World Food Programme

Campbell's Canada created a product "Nourish"that does not need water or a can opener, which makes it ideal for relief effforts where water is scarce or possibly contaminated.

Nourish delivers both fibre and protein and is touted as a "complete meal" containing a full serving of vegetables, grains and meat and alternatives as per Canada's Food Guide.

"It is the first time in Canada that a food company operator has created a product thinking about Canadians who are struggling to put food on the table," Katharine Schmidt, executive director of Food Banks Canada ... source The Toronto Star 

Each 425 gram Nourish can has a pop-top lid, 24-month shelf-life, can be eaten hot or cold and doesn't require the addition of water, making it an ideal potential food resource for food banks here in Canada and in disaster relief around the globe.

How we can Help

Campbell's launched Nourish with an initial donation of 100,000 cans to Food Banks Canada.

Initially intended only for food banks and relief efforts a decision was made to offer limited availability of the product in the stores of its retail partners. This product was not intended to make money so 100 per cent of the net profits from every can sold will be used to fund further hunger/relief initiatives.

"making money from Nourish would "mess up the intention" of the initiative." Mr. Philip Donne, Campbell's president

http://www.facebook.com/CampbellCanada

 Next time you are in your grocery store ....

pick up some Nourish and taste it for yourself .....

then buy some more and donate to your local food bank .....

it wll be in your grocery stores soon!

Port Perry, Ontario - You Can Tell Spring Has Arrived

When the spring garden shows are the talk of the town.

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 Huck Finn Returns To Uxbridge

This Uxbridge Youth Fishing Event returns on Saturday April 30th

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And conversely that makes my brother my brother in law ..... a commonality that has touched our lives and the lives of our children very deeply.