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By Jack Elliott
Contributor

By Gary Sliworsky
OMAFRA Rep.

By Al Lowe
Contributor

We have some brilliant birds here in Northwestern Ontario, but here is one which we don't really have very much - anyway not yet.

I spent most of this past week in Ottawa taking care of a few housekeeping items and tying up some loose ends.

Service clubs have played an important historic role in Fort Frances. Through the support of the Kiwanis Club, the drama and musical festivals flourished. The Kiwanis Club of Fort Frances recognized district 4-H clubs and their members annually.
The Fort Frances Rotary Club assisted in the development of the Rotary Park in Fort Frances and the placing of trees and shelters along the river in Fort Frances. Perhaps the Rotary Club is best remembered for their annual Santa Claus Parade in Fort Frances.

By Melanie Mathieson
Gardening Guru

By Gary Sliworsky
OMAFRA Rep.

By Jack Elliott
Contributor

By Al Lowe
Contributor

I am sure getting rid of the census sounded like a good idea. After all, getting rid of the mandatory requirement to fill out the long-form of the census would save us all from the prying eyes of government by eliminating an annoying and intrusive infringement on our freedom.
Well after taking a serious look at things and hearing from statisticians, economists, bankers, and many others it’s becoming obvious that the Harper government has made a mistake and should shelve their hair brained census reform plan.