Liberal Candidate to Host Virtual Town Hall Providing Campaign Updates

Greg Dempsey, Peterborough-Kawartha’s Liberal candidate, is hosting a virtual town hall on Zoom this Wednesday at 7 p.m.

Dempsey won the nomination over Dane Bland on Nov. 8 last year. Photo courtesy of Greg Dempsey.

Author and historian John Boyko is joining Dempsey for the upcoming public meeting to discuss politics, the UN and give campaign updates.

In November, Dempsey was nominated as the Peterborough-Kawartha Liberal candidate and was welcomed by the Liberal Party leader, Steven Del Duca.

“Greg is truly committed to improving life for those in Peterborough— Kawartha and brings a lifetime of experience advocating on behalf of Canadians to the table,” said Del Duca.

Photo courtesy of Greg Dempsey.

Greg Dempsey grew up in Peterborough, graduating from Adam Scott CVI in 1999. He holds a BA and BSc from Bishop’s University, a law degree from the University of Victoria, a certificate in International Indigenous Studies from Columbia University in New York and a cum laude LLM in International Human Rights Law from Utrecht University in the Netherlands.

Anyone can attend and RSVP online by clicking here.

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‘Picture Something Different’ Art Display And Sale By Local Artist Nan Williamson

To celebrate her 80th birthday, local artist Nan Williamson will host an art show and sale at The Mount Community Centre on April 23.

‘Young Girl’ oil pastel on wc paper by Nan Williamson.

Williamson has completed studio courses at Fleming College, Haliburton School of Fine Arts, and Toronto School of Art and studied with abstract artists Lila Lewis Irving (Oakville), Britt Zeist (San Miguel, Mexico) and many private instructors. She has exhibited in many juried shows and multiple venues.

Her work is part of the collection of the Peterborough Regional Health Centre and in private homes in Ontario, British Columbia, Texas, Switzerland, and Mexico.

In honour of her birthday all proceeds from the sale will be donated to The Mount Community Centre.

More than 30 works will be on display April 23 from 1 - 8 p.m. and April 24 from 12- 4 p.m.. at The Mount Community Centre. Refreshments Saturday 2 - 4 p.m.

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StoosNews Spotlight: Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Old Bridge Inn, Dr. Kelly Cormack, Entrepreneur Awards and Real Beauties

PTBOCanada is delighted to be running StoosNews columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…

Inn Cuisine from the Kitchen of the Old Bridge Inn opens this Wednesday at 55 Queen St. in Lakefield.

Kelly Green and Evan Podd will be offering a variety of gourmet-to-go dishes, dressings, sauces, chutneys, soups, spice blends, pastries, salads and more.

All packaging is recyclable, the meals are easy to re-heat, and vegetarian options will be available. Open Wed. to Sat., 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., watch for tastings and tips and lots of new products as they settle into their new venture. Stop into 55 Queen Street in Lakefield right beside the Post Office or watch the Old Bridge Inn Facebook page for updates.

Dr. Kelly Cormack opened her new clinic on Friday at 1840 Lansdowne St. W. in the Mapleridge Plaza.

Already a well-known local Chiropractor, Cormack Chiropractic Care offers a Full-Service Health Centre including Chiropractic Care, treating everyone from one day old to 100 years, with a specialty in Pregnancy & Pediatric, as well as Posture Analysis, Weight Distribution, and Neurological Testing. Drkellycormack.com

Congratulations to Leslie Bradford-Scott of Walton Wood Farm, who has been nominated for the 30th annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards.

The RBC awards program celebrates the achievements of Canada’s most accomplished and impactful women who have demonstrated excellence in everything from economic growth to social change, from local to global reach, across multiple sectors. The finalists will be announced on Sept. 14 with the Awards Gala in November.

Megan Carr’s business is Rosie and Faith’s Real Beauties.

A body-positive initiative with a Facebook Group, a website and a clothing line, Megan’s idea is not only to create a local clothing company with easy-to-wear clothing for women, no matter your size but to create a supportive community in the process.

The clothing is affordable, comfortable, well made and flattering, and includes children’s items as well.  Check It out at rosieandfaith.ca or find Rosie and Faith’s Real Beauties on Facebook.

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Peterborough Petes Mourn Loss of Captain Shawn Spearing's Father

Shawn Spearing Sr., father of the Peterborough Petes captain Shawn Spearing Jr. has passed away according to a team’s press release issued Saturday.

(from left to right) Mother Helen, sister Amanda, Shawn, sister Jessica, and Shawn Spearing Sr. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre. Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

Shawn Sr. passed away at 56 earlier this week. He was the husband of Helen and father of Amanda, Jessica and Shawn.

The Petes have issued the following statement regarding Spearing Sr.’s passing.

“The Peterborough Petes express our sincerest condolences to Shawn and the entire Spearing family. The team will wear commemorative helmet decals in Shawn Spearing Sr.’s honour starting next week.“

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

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Local Third-Generation Lacrosse Player Scores First Career National Lacrosse League Goal

It will be a night that Peterborough’s Mitch Ogilvie will never forget as he scored his first career National Lacrosse League (NLL) goal for the Rochester Knights on Friday night.

Mitch Ogilvie will NEVER forget this one 👏

His first-ever NLL goal is a transition beauty. pic.twitter.com/U7SVm8X1wK

— NLL (@NLL) April 1, 2022

The 22-year old defenseman scored the opening goal of the game against the Halifax Thunderbirds at 10:35 as the only score of the first quarter. The goal was also his first point of the season in his fifth career game.

He received a pass from teammate Dan Coates — with a secondary assist from defenseman Matthew Bennett — in transition to score a breakaway goal against the 2019 President’s Cup MVP goaltender Warren Hill.

Ogilvie was the 54th overall pick for the Rochester Knighthawks in the 2020 NLL Entry Draft.

Andy Ogilvie, his uncle, was inducted into the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame in 2014. He spent nine seasons in the NLL with the Buffalo Bandits, Vancouver Ravens and Calgary Roughnecks.

His cousin Mack O’Brien played for the now-defunct NLL’s Chicago Shamrox. Another uncle, Bruce Ogilvie played for the junior and senior Peterborough Lakers. His grandfather Bill Ogilvie has been president of the Jr. A Lakers.

The Thunderbirds defeated the Knighthawks 11-7.

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Dave Ellis: March Photography In Review

Dave Ellis is an Omemee-area wildlife photographer. PTBOCanada often features his work in our daily ‘Good Morning PTBO’ posts. What follows is some of the photographs he took in March.

This local river otter has caught itself a little snack.

This month much of the local wildlife was seen emerging from winter, and scurrying around the last piles of snow.

A local young bald eagle takes its meal to go.

A local coyote surveys his surroundings.

This local bald eagle looks awesome in the sunshine as it comes in for a landing

Ellis often captures wildlife in action, on the hunt for their next meal or taking a break and lounging in the snow.

This local red fox is standing guard over her territory.

This local mink in enjoying a fish for lunch.

Ellis’s photography captures wildlife around Peterborough and The Kawarthas beautifully.

PTBOCanada looks forward to what it to come as it warms up outside and local wildlife emerges.

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Local Man Continues to Fundraise for Ukrainian Efforts With Community's Help

After raising over $17,000 in a soccer equipment sale for Ukrainian efforts, Peterborough’s Victor Waselenko is continuing his aid asking the community’s help for $100,000.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The funds go towards the Red Cross in a campaign called “PeterboroughHelpsUkraine.”

The initial soccer equipment fundraiser — selling soccer apparel, footwear and equipment at half price — was held last Saturday at Hybrid Sports. The $10,000 goal was easily surpassed as the event raised $17,421.50 that has been placed into the fundraiser account.

“It was a great day and the people of Peterborough were extremely supportive,” said Waselenko.

The first-generation Ukranian said he wanted to create a medium for the public to help Ukraine.

“I know that people want to help and contribute but they sometimes do not know where or how to do that,” said Waselenko.

If you would like to donate to Waselenko’s fundraiser, click here.

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Peterborough Bigs Honour 35-Year Friendship of Big Sister and Little Sister

What started as mentorship from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peterborough (also known as Peterborough Bigs), Belinda Ginter and Mary Walling-Field have embraced the 35-year friendship the two shared since being paired in the program.

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Darling Insurance Annual Chili Challenge Puts Funding In The Pot Ahead Of The Petes Pink In The Rink Game

The annual Chili Challenge, hosted by Darling Insurance at The Publican House, stirred the pot amongst local businesses, while contributing to fundraising efforts for the Peterborough Petes Pink in The Rink game and the Canadian Cancer Society.

Photo by Luke Best.

The challenge consisted of six teams, each with their own chili recipe.

The Publican House, Darling Insurance, Team Hanrahan with Century 21, the Romeo’s with Doug Gibson, Pink in the Rink co-ambassador, PTBOCanada and The Humane Society gathered at The Publican House to put their creations to the test.

The public was invited to come in and rank the top three chili’s, and donate to the cause.

Darling Insurance placed first, The Romeo’s second and The Publican House third.

To mark the occasion, Glenn Millar of Darling Insurance presented Doug Gibson with a cheque for $2828.28, 28 being Gibsons number when he played with the Petes.

The Pink in The Rink Game, to benefit The Canadian Cancer Society, will take place on April 9 at 7:05 p.m.

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The Council For Persons With Disabilities Opens Auditions For The Capable Crew Superheroes

The Council for Persons with Disabilities is looking for six volunteers to dress up and become The Capable Crew Superheroes! The Capable Crew is a bunch of ‘everyday superheroes’ living with disabilities, and their mission is to celebrate differences and promote inclusivity.

(LEFT TO RIGHT) ANDREA DODSWORTH, CPD CHAIR; MPP DAVE SMITH; LESLIE YEE; AKIRA, YEE’S GUIDE DOG; CPD VICE-CHAIR AND MINISTER RAYMOND CHO DRESSED IN CAPES TO HIGHLIGHT THE HEROES INVOLVED WITH CPD. PHOTO BY DAVID TUAN BUI.

This is a volunteer position for individuals who would like to support the disability community through meaningful interaction with both kids and adults. Applicants looking to apply should also have the following requirements and skills:

• Outgoing and good with kids.

• Knowledge about disability through lived experience and/or study.

• Ability to facilitate discussions about disability with both children and adults.

• Public speaking is considered an asset.

• Police Record Check for Vulnerable Sector.

The Council For Persons With Disabilities is looking for individuals who may or may not have disabilities including but not limited to, limb loss, vision loss, hearing loss, autism, and/or rely on the use of a wheelchair. In all instances, they are looking for the person who can best portray the role regardless of height, weight, ethnicity, etc. Those roles are:

1. Vision Loss. A non-binary character with a guide dog. Well-spoken leader of the group. An individual who identifies with the First Nations Community is considered an asset.

2. Hearing Loss. A female-presenting skateboarder. Confident and spunky. Sign Language is considered an asset.

3. Mobility. A male-presenting character with no amputations. Adventurous and determined. A wheelchair can be provided.

4. Limb Loss. A female-presenting gymnast with limb loss. Optimistic and proud.

5. Autism. A male-presenting verbally outgoing character.* Outspoken and not afraid to speak their mind.

6. Autism. A female-presenting quiet character. Soft-spoken but not shy. *Twins or lookalikes are considered an asset.

“These auditions are a precursor to our big event called Capable Con,” said John McNutt, Executive Director of CPD. “This is an excellent initiative that shows the community of Peterborough that everyone is capable.”

Auditions will take place on April 13 from 3 - 6 p.m. at the Venture North building’s ground level, 270 George St, N.

For more information contact info@pcpd.ca or at 705-874-8661.

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