 By Pepper Parr
June 30th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
We are beginning to see a more active phase of the October municipal election.
 Gary Carr has been Regional Chair for some time – was expected by many to retire.. Did the McKenna decision to run for Regional Chair change his mind? Gary Carr has decided he will run for re-election. Was that decision influenced by Jane McKenna’s decision to run for the Regional Chair.
 Andrea Grebenc did a top notch job as the Halton District School Board where she served as chair for two terms. Then along comes Andrea Grebenc, former chair of the Haltom District School Board of Trustees – a surprise entrant who might go on to surprise everyone.
Expect to see a statement from Shawna Stolte who has filed her papers to run for the ward 4 seat that she won in 2018.
 Shawna Stolte, after a turbulent couple of months has filed her nomination papers. Will her ward see it the way she saw things? The decisions made by these three deserves some analyses – why and what can the public expect.
Enjoy Canada Day and come back on the weekend for an update.
 By James Snow
June 30th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
 Summer can mean travel to relaxing locations – take your hobbies with you Summer is finally here and that means time off to enjoy the sun with our friends and family. But while it’s great to be on holiday, most of us miss having a sense of routine while we are away. In this article we are going to go a little deeper on this, talking about some ways you can optimize your summer and make the most of your time off, so that you don’t need a vacation from your vacation when you get back.
1: Take your hobbies with you
When we are on vacation, we want to be present and engaged with whatever is going on where we are, but what we don’t really plan for is all the time between our activities. Waiting for people to get ready in the morning, the afternoon rest before going back out and enjoying yourself, all those little moments in between all the fun. And this is where your hobbies come in. If you love playing casino games, finding a new online casino to enjoy while you are away can be the perfect way to relax and unwind – and not get annoyed at waiting for other people. Pick some fun games ahead of time so that you know what you want to play and can enjoy it, effortlessly, while on vacation.
 2: Make sure you listen to your body
With a hot summer ahead of us and temperatures throughout Europe reaching record heights in the early summer, libraries will be open so that people can cool off. Getting a heat stroke is not exactly a fun part of vacation, so stay cool by finding air-conditioning, staying in the shade and drinking enough water and eating enough snacks between meals. Listening to your body is one of the best ways to ensure you’ll end up having a great time.
3: Plan ahead of time
While summer and fun should be spontaneous, lack of planning can lead to less optimal situations – like overbooked restaurants, long lines at attractions and not knowing what you want to spend your time on. Planning ahead of time is not the same as having an agenda, it’s just a really good way to make sure that you have great options to choose from, instead of having to think of things at the last minute. It increases the chance of having a really good time!
 By Staff
June 29th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
The inaugural Lynx Air flight into Hamilton airport from Halifax took place yesterday afternoon.
This adds to the commercial destinations that depart from Hamilton to include Halifax, Edmonton, and Calgary.
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Smaller airlines are finding that Hamilton International is cheaper to work out of and quite easy to get to for many people.
 The inaugural Lynx Air flight from Halifax is greeted by an arch of water from welcoming fore trucks. Quite impressive Photo by Cayla Awalt As of July 30, 2022, Lynx will service Calgary to Halifax five times per week and increase flights from the Greater Toronto Area to seven times per week. Starting July 14, Lynx will service Edmonton to Halifax twice per week.
Vijay Bathija, Chief Commercial Officer for the company told the reception that: “We know there are a lot of personal connections between Atlantic Canada, Western Canada and the Greater Toronto region; they want to build on those connections
Lynx define themselves as a new ultra-affordable airline, on a mission to make air travel accessible to all Canadians, and in keeping with that mission, Lynx is offering fares to Halifax from as low as $59* one-way.
Lynx’s network spans 10 destinations across Canada, including Victoria, Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto Pearson, Hamilton, Halifax and St. John’s. The airline operates a fleet of brand-new, fuel-efficient Boeing 737 aircraft and plans to grow its fleet to more than 46 aircraft over the next five to seven years.
When they say “ultra affordable they weren’t kidding. For that $59 you get a one way ticket that includes a seat and one piece of luggage.
You pay for everything after that.
Bathija, speaking during the ceremonies said no one ever raved about the food on an airplane, suggesting that passengers might think about eating at an airport restaurant.
The better suggesting was to bring your food with you – instead of packing a lunch bucket to take to the construction site – pack a lunch to eat on the place.
When you book your ticket in Lynxair.com you get a list of the choices. They send you an email 72 hours before the flight reminding you what is offered and you just enter your choices and it will be there when you board.
This is an important event for the Hamilton airport and an improvement in the destinations available for people in the western GTA.
More later on the growth of the airport – it is no longer just a cargo operation.
The close to packed passenger lounges attested to that.
By Staff
June 29th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
Natalie Pierre, has been named as the Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Colleges and Universities.
That was no mean feat. Somebody in the Premier’s Office saw something in Ms Pierre that er have not been able to see.
 Natalie Pierre went from a person most people had never heard of to a Parliamentary Assistant in the second Doug Ford government. Good on her for getting the appointment.
It took her predecessor years to be made a Parliamentary assistant.
 By Staff
June 29th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
It was an event many were waiting for – especially those organizations that were nominated.
  And it was an event that Terry Caddo had been looking forward to – Terry wants to be with his membership and running events that were drawing small groups was not what he had in mind.
Last night the Burlington Chamber of Commerce hosted their 2022 Business Excellence Awards!
Two hundred and fifty people took part with mc Joseph Tassoni, the Burlington fashion designer and entrepreneur, to celebrate the finalists and winners.
This year, the Business Awards Task Force was tasked with the challenge of presenting eight Awards of Excellence. The Chamber named 21 local organizations as finalists of awards in a variety of categories. Award nominations were based on overall business excellence and the criteria include excellence in business leadership, community contributions, entrepreneurship, environment, employee welfare, innovation and market growth.
The Burlington Chamber of Commerce’s 2022 Business Excellence Awards Winners are:
• Hospitality & Tourism: QB Sports Bar Grill Games. Accepted by Stephanie Morden, Manager
• Manufacturing: B.S.B. Manufacturing Limited. Accepted by Narinder (Nindi) Bhogal, President
• Not-For-Profit: Food For Life. Accepted by Graham Hill, Executive Director
• Retail: Joelle’s and Jeff’s Guyshop. Accepted by Joelle Goddard-Cooling, Owner
• Service, Business-to-Business: Stratus Building Solutions. Accepted by Shafiq Mohamed,
President
• Service, Business -to-Consumer: Burlington Denture Clinic. Peter Iapichino, Owner/Denturist
• Service, Large: TipTapPay Micropayments Limited. Accepted by Chris Greenfield, CEO
• Young Entrepreneur: Joe Apps Technology Support. Accepted by Joseph Apps, Head Joe
The Gazette will follow up with a closer look at these organizations and the people that keep the doors open.
 By Amy Hogan
June 30th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
With nearly 10 million square kilometers, Canada offers a lot of amazing places that you should see. We frequently attempt to go overseas, go swimming in the ocean, or experience a different culture on our holidays or long weekends. Our nation, however, has a wider range of experience.
 Travel starts when you are behind the wheel of your car with cell phone camera in your hands to record every kilometre It is a fantastic time to hop in your car, travel outside of Burlington, and explore new sights. When going on a road trip, many people prefer to rent a car rather than take their vehicle. Thus, you get a fully serviceable vehicle, and also do not increase the mileage of your car. Additionally, this is a fantastic opportunity to hire the automobile you’ve always wanted.
Burlington offers a ton of fantastic vehicle rental options. Among them are Enterprise, Thrifty, Hertz, and Sixt. Local car rental services can be compared to the best car rentals in Dubai such as Evolve which offers a huge variety of cars to rent from economical to exotic. Car rentals offer affordable prices and first-class service.
We’ll discuss the out-of-Burlington road trips you should take to learn more about our country.
Georgian Bay Coastal Route, Ontario
Prepare yourself for one of the most amazing and lengthy road adventures of your life. The two thousand kilometers coastline road offers a terrific opportunity to take in some of the most stunning sights. Most make some stops for:
- Hiking through dense forests and winding paths on Manitoulin Island;
- Well-liked summer vacation spot – Wasaga Beach;
- Cultural education and a relaxing holiday in the friendly town of Midland;
- Family camping on the craggy shorelines of the Awenda Provincial Park;
- Swimming in the clear waters of Killbear Provincial Park;
- Communication with the small but hospitable community in the village of Killarney.
- The village of Killarney.
 Niagara Falls – one of the greatest sights in the world. Don’t miss this one when you travel – half an hour away from Burlington. You should include the Chatham-Kent Corridor in your schedule in addition to the main tourist attractions because you will have to go via more than 20 towns there. You will be able to photograph some of the most stunning lakes in the nation along the journey, including Lake Erie, and the Thames River. Your route is much condensed after leaving Burlington, but you will ultimately reach Amherstburg.
The greatest time to travel this road is right now since nature and its vistas are just hard to resist. Make sure to see Niagara Falls, which is the most important location in the entire country.
Icefields Parkway, Alberta
This is the finest road trip in the entire globe, not just in the country. Every year, tens of thousands of people from across the globe go to Canada for this thrilling four-wheel experience.
There are more than 230 kilometers throughout the trip. The two national parks of Banff and Jasper will be significant destinations along the itinerary. After seeing them, you will truly enjoy the imposing mountains, tall waterfalls, glistening lakes and rivers, and, most significantly, the powerful glaciers. It will take around three to four hours to get from one national park to another, but it’s important to note that you could wish to stop at the Columbia Glacier for the entire day along the route. It’s the ideal location for adding to your Instagram photo library and a fantastic option to go hiking.
 Those mountains create ice fields that are slowly receding – but you can walk on them when you visit, The most popular stops are:
- Bow Lake;
- Peyto Lake & Bow Summit;
- Big Hill & Big Bend;
- Glacier Sky Walk.
This road trip is often taken by most individuals in the early summer or early fall. However, if you want to choose a less crowded season to go, you might think about doing the road trip in October, but be aware that it will rain frequently.
Montreal to Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec
If you choose to begin your journey from Montreal and travel down one of the most picturesque highways to the Gaspé Peninsula, an intriguing adventure is in store for you. Typically, the journey might take up to 10 hours. For those who enjoy viewing overhanging cliffs and pine trees, this path is perfect.
 The Gaspe coast miles of incredible views The main stops you can make are:
The town of Rimouski, which is a great place to stay for the night;
Capture the spectacular scenery in Percé;
Drop by Old Quebec, the most French-speaking area;
Set out on this road journey from early June to mid-September.
Conclusion
The number of road adventures available in the country is much more than what is represented above. They are the most thrilling, though. They are magnificent because they offer a wonderful opportunity to enjoy both urban and country activities.
 By Staff
June 28th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
 Totally focused
C.H. Norton PS in Burlington will be open for registration during the summer for in-person registration on specific dates
Although schools are closed in July and the first three weeks of August, the Halton District School Board is offering families of elementary students the opportunity to register their child(ren) for school this summer for the start of school in September.
Registering at this time helps the Board prepare for the upcoming school year and provides students more time to become familiar with their new school.
The following elementary schools are open to families to register their Kindergarten – Grade 8 child(ren) in Halton:
• In-person registration for all elementary schools in Oakville is available at Oodenawi Public School (385 Sixteen Mile Dr, Oakville) July 11, 12, 18 and 19 from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• In-person registration for all elementary schools in Milton is available at Viola Desmond Public School (1450 Leger Way, Milton) July 14, 15, 18 and 19 from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• In-person registration for all elementary schools in Burlington is available at C.H. Norton Public School (2120 Cleaver Ave, Burlington) July 11, 12, 18 and 19 from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Families can find their local school by visiting the HDSB’s Find My Local School webpage.
 High school students taking part in a cooking class Secondary students (Grade 9-12) new to the HDSB can register for school when all secondary school offices reopen on Monday, Aug. 22. All HDSB school offices will reopen the week of Aug. 22.
Families are asked to bring the following original documents when registering:
• Proof of age: birth certificate, passport, or baptismal/faith record for your child.
• Proof of address (any two of the following documents): lease or deed, car registration, utility bill, residential telephone bill, moving bill, property tax bill, bank statement, credit card statement, correspondence with a government agency. Note: A driver’s license will not be accepted as documentation for “proof of address”.
• Proof of citizenship: birth certificate, passport, Record of Landing (IMM 1000) or Permanent Resident Card.
• If you are not the parent and your child is under 18 you must provide proof of custody (court order).
For more information, call 905-335-3665, ext. 3324 or Toll free: 1-877-618-3456.
Welcome Newcomer Families
Newcomer families ready to begin the school registration process must complete the Welcome Centre Intake Form for Registration. Families new to Ontario and who speak another language other than English are asked to complete the Where Do I Register My Child? Form to determine where the registration process begins.
The Welcome Centre will follow regular office hours (8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday to Friday) for the week of July 4. From July 11 to Aug. 18 inclusive, the operating hours will be 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday to Thursday, with the centre closed on Fridays.
The Welcome Centre is open to visitors and can offer in-person or virtual assessments on an appointment basis. Beginning Aug. 22, 2022, the Welcome Centre will return to regular office hours: Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. To book an appointment, email welcomecentre@hdsb.ca or call 905-335-3665, ext. 3440.
 By Staff
June 29th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
The Museums of Burlington announces the outdoor music evenings on select Friday nights in July and August.
 Experience the beauty of summer nights on the grounds at Ireland House Museum with live acoustic music. The garden stage will feature local musicians. Each night will feature a different genre. Light refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring the whole family and don’t forget your own blankets and/or lawn chairs.
Admission is “pay what you can”, the suggested donation is $5/person (cash, debit or credit accepted). Donations will be collected at the front and back gates of Ireland House Museum. Your donation provides support to the exhibitions, collections management, special events and education programs that bring our mission to life. The Museums strive to make our facilities accessible to diverse audiences across our community.
Advance sign-up is recommended. Walk-in guests are welcome space permitting.
Performers and dates:
Friday, July 15 | Country Night | Haley Verrall
Friday, July 29 | Top 40s | Rosewood Acoustic Duo
Friday, August 12 | Family Night |Music with Miss Michelle
Friday, August 26| Millennial Mix | Dan Taylor
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 pm each evening
 By Pepper Parr
June 28th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
Nice to see the Mayor out on the hustings with her colleagues.
Yesterday she told the people of Aldershot that they could meet with Ward 1 council member Kelvin Galbraith at a Pop Up at the LaSalle Park Marina.
Today it was ward 3 Councillor Rory Nisan who was blessed when he met with the Mayor and the owners of DesiMando, a new grocery store catering to the needs of the South Asian community. Months before an election is photo op time.
Wonder when she will appear with the other members of Council?
Word out there is that Roman Talkowski is a co-campaign manager for the Meed Ward campaign.
 By Staff
June 28th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
Martha Street will be closed between Pine Street and Lakeshore Road between Tuesday, June 28 – Sunday, July 5, 2022 for sanitary and water services installation.
 The public information meetings were years ago – now the construction for sanitary and water services installation. is underway. Traffic will be detoured around the block. Local traffic and access to adjacent properties will be maintained from Pine Street and the road will be restored for traffic during the non-working hours over the weekend .
By Staff
June 28th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
Family (low-hazard) fireworks are permitted to be set off on Canada Day. The City’s bylaw regulates where and when you can set off fireworks if you choose to have a family fireworks display.
The City bylaw allows fireworks to be set off on private property (not in public parks) from sunset until 11 p.m. on Canada Day. No person under the age of eighteen years shall set off any firework(s) and fireworks shall not be discharged within 10 metres of buildings, structures, decks, vehicles, accessory building or other buildings.
Fireworks safety tips
The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a public display hosted by trained and certified professionals, such as Canada Day celebrations at Spencer Smith Park at 10 p.m. on Friday, July 1.
If you choose to have a family or a home fireworks display, please follow these firework safety tips:
- Only adults should handle and set off fireworks
- Only use safety-certified fireworks sold by a trusted source
- Choose a clear, open space, away from buildings, overhead wires and tree branches
- Wear glasses and gloves when handling fireworks
- Keep a water hose and/or bucket of water close by
- Light only one firework at a time
- Never hold a lit firework in your hand
- Attempting to re-light a “dud” or defective firework is dangerous, it can quickly back-fire and result in severe burns
- After the fireworks display, keep children away from used fireworks in case they are still active.
- Place sparklers and fireworks in a metal bucket of water or sand to cool down.
- Dispose of unused fireworks by completely submerging the fireworks in water and soak overnight and wrap the soaked fireworks in a plastic bag (so that they don’t dry out). Only then can you dispose of in your regular household garbage.
Karen Roche, Burlington Fire Chief asks you to be responsible and respectful if you choose to do your own fireworks. They pose a very real safety risk to anyone lighting them, watching them and surrounding properties. With safety and courtesy top of mind, we can all enjoy the holiday.”
 Canada Day programming:
Morning events
- Yoga in the Park at 9 a.m. (Spencer Smith Park, east lawn)
- Canada Day Run, 1k and 5k at 9.a.m. Register online.
Late afternoon and evening events
- Food and marketplace vendors
- Live entertainment from the stage begins at 4 p.m., featuring:
- The Burlington Teen Tour Band
- Greetings from Mayor Marianne Meed Ward
- Special guests include Dragon Drummers, David Johannesson (rock/blues) and K’Bola Band (Latin music and dancing)
- Fireworks at 10 p.m. presented by Bunzl
Help us keep this event “green”!
- Bring a re-useable bottle to fill at the water station
- Take the shuttle bus from the southside of the Burlington GO station (2101 Fairview St.) to the downtown bus terminal (640 John St.) — a short 5-minute walk to the park. The shuttle operates a continuous loop from 3 to 11 p.m.
- Cycle to the event. Lock your bike in the corral located at the main park entrance (near the hotel)
Note: due to the large crowds, please leave your pets at home.
By Staff
June 28th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
Believed to be the last Canadian survivor of the Dieppe Raid during the Second World War, Douglas Ross Rickard. celebrated his 104th birthday recently.
His wife, Jean, celebrates her 100th birthday on July 11. The couple celebrated their 78th wedding anniversary June 24th.
 Douglas Ross Rickard celebrating his 104th birthday at the Legion. These three special dates were recognized recently during a special ceremony at Branch 60 which included the Rickards’ daughter Marie, remarks by Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward and a surprise performance by Frank Sinatra tribute artist Dan Lauzon, a Canadian military veteran and a Vice President of Branch 60.
The Dieppe raid was one of the darkest chapter’s in Canada’s military history but it was also marked by great courage and helped lead to important lessons being learned to prepare for the D-Day invasion of 1944.
Mr. Rickard, (pronounced “rih-KARD”) was a member of the Royal Canadian Corp of Signals. He arrived at Dieppe in the early morning of August 19th, 1942 aboard a tank landing craft (TLC) containing three tanks. He was knocked unconscious by a shell blast but was revived by an officer and continued to receive and transmit messages until further damage to the vessel disabled an engine and forced the crew to retreat. With only one propeller working, they slowly tried to return to Britain.
They were set upon by enemy fighters off the coast of England, and to avoid injury Corporal Rickard jumped overboard. He was able to remove his heavy boots and swam over a kilometer back to an English beach and safety.
Corporal Rickard continued to serve the remainder of the war in a variety of roles, returning to Canada in early 1946 with his British war bride, Jean. Already an accomplished artist, he continued his painting and held art director positions with several major publications. Before retirement, he established several Canadian companies which exported Canadian photographic equipment and art supplies around the world.
A YouTube video of the recent Legion ceremony is available at https://youtu.be/6gN6r732IBA. Plus, a YouTube video of Mr. Rickard recalling his experience at Dieppe is available at https://youtu.be/dp-3_jDXUF4
By Pepper Parr
June 27th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
Just about everyone has some kind of a plan for Canada Day. And just about everyone will pause and reflect on how fortunate we are.
But not everyone sees the holiday quite the same way.
My friend Steve Paquette, an Indigenous elder who works for the Halton District School Board and was instrumental in getting Ryerson Public school renamed and for giving the park with the same name something more fitting.
 Steve Paquette would like to see sweet-grass grown and harvested in the park now known as Sweetgrass Park Paquette suggested the name Sweetgrass; it was accepted and the park was renamed. The next thing Paquette wants to see is some Sweetgrass growing on the property.
During our conversation Paquette asked me how I thought the Indigenous community was going to celebrate Canada Day.
I didn’t have an answer for him. Would they not celebrate it the way the rest of us do?
Apparently not. Their take on the day is that it celebrates the land being taken from the Indigenous community. The day celebrates a day when treaties were signed with the British who were concerned about the land as property which is not the way the Indigenous saw the treaties they signed.
 An Indigenous dancer performing at Spencer Smith Park. Photo by Harry Hersh The Indigenous people were thinking in terms of sharing the land. Property was not a concept they knew anything about or understood.
With that background – it is understandable when Paquette says “they are celebrating the day they took our land from us.”
“They committed cultural genocide and to this day we mourn the loss of that part of who we are as a people”, said Paquette.
So what do we, as the people who celebrate Canada Day, do to recognize the feelings of the Indigenous people?
We read land acknowledgements; we speak positively about the Truth and Reconciliation report but tend to put Reconciliation before Truth.
We readily accept the renaming of buildings and streets.
There is a change taking place; the Indigenous people now have the wind behind their sails.
The number of children who were buried while at residential schools is beginning to sink in – something more than 10,000 children is now more than an estimate.
Many do not realize that Burlington was not the result of a treaty being signed. The land that is Burlington today was purchased by the British from the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation. When the British had title to the land they gave it to Joseph Brant.
Oakville is made up of land that was named in different treaties.
Will the public hear anything more than a land acknowledgement on Canada Day when they Mayor speaks.
 Is there anything more than can be said?
Paquette would like to see a stronger acknowledgement and looks for more significant changes and for the Indigenous people being at the table making a difference.
I think he would like to see the end of unsafe water advisories.
How we as a people put up with having other people, who were here long before we were, having to boil the water before they use it is something I have never understood.
By Pepper Parr
June 27th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
The Burlington public art program is presenting a series of temporary public art signs at the Beachway for the annual Culture Days celebration.
Approximately 10 writers and 10 visual artists are needed to create artwork that will be displayed on temporary signs along the Beachway’s multi-use path. This project will give path users a safe, accessible way to enjoy art and to learn more about writers and artists in our community.
This call is open to Burlington-based writers and artists and all art forms that can be presented in a sign format. This includes, but is not limited to: visual art, graphic art, photography, poetry, short story, non-fiction, etc. Submissions are due Aug. 2 and may be from existing or newly created work.
 Part of the Beachway path that leads to the canal and the boundary between Burlington and Hamilton About Culture Days
This year, Culture Days will feature three weeks of arts and culture experiences outdoors, indoors and online from Sept. 23 to Oct. 16, 2022. The theme for the 2022 Culture Days is Re-emergence. Canada is ready for a re-emergence of arts and culture — and so is Culture Days! As the world navigates to past norms and designs new solutions for everyday life, we believe arts, culture, and expression play a vital role in a healthy, thriving society. As we reimagine and re-emerge, Culture Days is an opportunity to champion a life enriched by arts, culture, and creativity.
Artists submitting proposals for the Temporary Public Art Sign project should take inspiration from the re-emergence theme.
About the location
The artwork will be installed along the Beachway’s multi-use path. This 2 km route of lakeside trails runs from Spencer Smith Park to the canal. In addition to the path, the Beachway features a natural sandy beach, an outdoor pavilion, playground and seasonal concessions. The public art signs will primarily be located near the playground, pumphouse and pavilion.
Deadline Activity
Aug. 2 Submissions due
By Aug. 12 Successful artists selected; enter into a contract with the City of Burlington
Sept. 6 Final artwork files due
Sept. 23 – Oct. 16 Culture Days – Artwork on display
 By Pepper Parr
June 27th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
OPINION
A few days after the re-election of Doug Ford as Premier of the province we suggested that we would know within 60 to 90 days what kind of a Premier he was going to be this second time around.
It didn’t take anywhere near that long.
On the day he was sworn in by the Lt Governor he then had his Cabinet sworn in – that included his nephew (his sisters son) Michael Ford as Minister of Culture and Tourism.
 Doug Ford was a proud man as he shook the hand of Michael Ford, his nephew, the day he was sworn in as a Cabinet Minister Doug Ford was a very proud man when he shook Michael’s had effusively.
What the public was seeing was a naked act of nepotism.
Family matters and the Ford family has had its share of grief. Some good news would be welcome and adding to the list of political achievers would be a welcome change.
Rob Ford wasn’t able to handle the job of being Mayor of Toronto – his early death was a blow to the way the family saw itself.
Michael Ford got himself a seat on the Toronto District School Board – we didn’t see much, if anything, in the way of achievement or change in the way schools were administered.
Ok – it takes time to get the hang of public service. The opportunity to take the council seat for the community opened itself up and because the Ford family owned the fealty of that community he was a shoe in.
Nor much in the way of achievement on city council – no one every described the young man as a comer – someone to be watched.
Did anyone ever suggest spending some time in a gym to the young mam?
 Michael Ford dismissed any suggestion that nepotism played a role in his appointment, saying he has served on the school board and council in one of the city’s most diverse areas. His decision to run for the provincial seat was no surprise. It was an opportunity and the young man took it.
For his uncle to make the decision to put his nephew in Cabinet was a stunner. Give him a year to find his way and then make him a parliamentary secretary and see how he handles the job would have been acceptable.
But to drop him into Cabinet where the best he can expect is a divisiveness from those Cabinet members who have both the smarts and the cahoneys to perform well in very hard jobs. That along with the protection of his uncle
Ford has made it clear – he is going to take care of his people – all they have to do is call – and they will be calling.
 Learning to defend a government is something Natalie Pierre is going to have to get used to. What is this going to mean to Burlington? Think the Escarpment – especially the space between the urban boundary – the Dundas – Hwy 407 line and Side Road 1.
Will the newly elected MPP Natalie Pierre be able to convince the Premier that permitting any development north of the urban boundary is a mistake?
She will be alongside Michael Ford learning the ropes. What little the public has seen of the woman is just not enough to have an understanding of what she might be capable of.
The days ahead for the city could be dark days indeed.
Salt with Pepper is the musings, reflections and opinions of the publisher of the Burlington Gazette, an online newspaper that was formed in 2010 and is a member of the National Newsmedia Council.
By Pepper Parr
June 27th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
 It is really nice to see the Mayor supporting her fellow council members as they seek re-election to office.
A day or so ago the Mayor sent out a tweet telling the people of ward 1 of an opportunity to meet their Councillor at the LaSalle Park Marina on Tuesday in the afternoon.
The event was described as a Pop-Up, a phrase that is being applied to almost everything that is spontaneous..
If the weather is fine and there is transportation from the parking lot at the top of the hill to the bottom all the seniors will be able to get to the event..
 By Maria Garcia
June 27th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
Since April 4th, 2022, Ontario residents, including those in Burlington, gained legal access to online gambling sites. Now that the market is up and running, we thought we’d check in on what has changed.
Has the ability to place over under bets and wager on the outcome of the roulette wheel changed our attitude toward gambling? Are the legal safeguards in place working to improve the lives of people in Burlington and Ontario in general? These are the questions we aim to answer.
What’s Changed?
Plans to end the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation’s market monopoly were announced in April, 2019. The legislation was introduced and passed in 2021, and later that year, regulatory standards were drafted.
The main changes were new advertising standards and rules for casinos, as well as the introduction of a new licensing system. For sports betting, it brought forth more choices for sportsbooks and a wider choice of bet types.
 iGaming Ontario
iGaming Ontario (IGO) is a subsidiary of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and is in charge of regulations and licences. The government body has already granted licences to several operators, which have met the new regulations.
Online gambling isn’t new to Burlington. However, sites will now require a licence to operate. As they’ve become a part of the system, they’ll need to pay taxes that’ll benefit locals.
Sports Betting
Bettors aged 19 or over now have access to several online sportsbooks. Before the change, sports fans were able to make predictions via the only sportsbook available. Additionally, single-event betting is now possible, whereas before, the focus was on parlays.
Around 20 sportsbooks have been granted licences. It means bettors can choose where to spend their money based on various factors.
Casinos
 Offshore casino gambling was already pretty well established in the province. The change in licensing and regulations is giving home-grown establishments the opportunity to penetrate the local market.
The 20% tax rate is a bone of contention with the brick-and-mortar casinos, which are subject to a much higher percentage at 55%. Many argue that the changes will cause a loss of revenue for existing operators.
On the other hand, proponents of iGaming regulations suggest that offshore gaming was already competing with land-based casinos. They maintain that legal online casinos need a lower tax rate to compete with overseas sites.
 By Maria Garcia
June 27th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
Just like the various sports that millions of fans follow, NASCAR races have a particular range of time in which they get completed. Some individuals have opined that the races in NASCAR are quite lengthy, and that the focus of the fans decreases over time. Typically, NASCAR has the longest motorsports race times in its class.
 A sport where winning is what it is all about. A normal NASCAR Race at Road America lasts for 180 minutes. However, it can last longer under certain conditions. Every NASCAR race goes through different stages, with every stage possessing a certain number of points. The length of a race relies on several factors, including the weather and red flags.
Factors that Determine the Length of a NASCAR Race
 For NASCAR race fans this is a truly magnificent view The Racetrack
To a newbie, NASCAR’s signature oval racetracks all look the same. However, each racetrack is unique and defined with specific features that influence the average velocity of the circuit. Steeper racetracks typically encourage higher speeds and quicker lap times.
Race Stages
NASCAR races have different stages, where drivers are rewarded with points after each stage. Every race is split into three stages. Each stage is different depending on the length of the racetrack.
For instance, the Daytona 500 race has a sum of 200 laps. After 60 laps, stage 2 begins and ends after another 60 laps. Stage 3 has a total of 80 laps.
Every racer to finish among the top 10 gets rewarded with points and bonus Playoff points. Essentially, it means that no one can win the Championship until the last race has been finished.
Secondary Factors that Can Affect NASCAR Race Length
One of the secondary factors that can impact the length of a NASCAR race is an accident. When an accident occurs, there’d be wreckage left on the track that can affect other drivers. Solving this issue can take quite a long time.
 Race course barriers are critical for public safety and drivers. Getting them in place and keeping them in good repair impacts on race time length. The barriers can sometimes break down after repeated collisions with the cars. Leaving these fences unattended could possibly endanger both the drivers and the fans.
During the race, the barriers have to be repaired and oftentimes replaced altogether, which could lengthen the time of the race.
Conclusion
Motorsports fans complain that NASCAR races are lengthy but they watch them regardless. Many factors, such as the weather, state of the fence, accidents, racetracks, stages and so on affect the time of NASCAR races.
By Staff
June 24th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
The Burlington Performing Arts Centre’s Hall of Fame recognizes persons who have made significant contributions to the performing arts in Burlington (individual or group).
Recipients of this award demonstrate the diversity of artistic accomplishment that comprises the rich cultural tapestry of the City of Burlington. The Hall of Fame award is normally presented to the inductee at BPAC’s Season Launch events.
The Hall of Fame awards are designed by Teresa Seaton.
Boris Brott Lifetime Achievement
 Boris Brott Boris Brott, OC OOnt (March 14, 1944 – April 5, 2022) was a Canadian conductor and motivational speaker. He was one of the most internationally recognized Canadian conductors, having conducted on stages around the world, including Carnegie Hall and Covent Garden. He was known for his innovative methods of introducing classical music to new audiences. Over his career, he commissioned, performed, and recorded a wide variety of Canadian works.
Brott was the founder and artistic director of the National Academy Orchestra of Canada and the Brott Music Festival, both based in Hamilton, Ontario. He was the founding music director and Conductor Laureate of the New West Symphony in Los Angeles, and artistic director and Conductor of the Orchestre classique de Montreal (formerly the McGill Chamber Orchestra. He was a former Principal Youth and Family conductor with the National Arts Centre Orchestra in Ottawa, where he conducted family and education concerts.
Don Allan is a 2022 Inductee to the Hall of Fame
 Don Allan The name Don Allan will ring a bell for many Burlington residents, especially those with ties to the Burlington Teen Tour Band (also inducted into the BPAC Hall of Fame in 2017). Many refer to Don as Burlington’s Music Man. After spending time in the Royal Canadian Air Force as a clarinetist, Don taught music here in the Halton District School Board and then became the Director of the Burlington Teen Tour Band and later the Burlington Concert Band. With over 40 years of bringing music to youth and taking them around the world to showcase the talent we have here in Burlington, we are pleased to announce that Don Allan is the recipient of the 2022, Hall of Fame Induction.
Gary DeGroote is a 2022 inductee to the Hall of Fame
 From the right: Executive Director of the Performing Arts Centre, Tammy Fox, Gary DeGroote and his wife. The art work was created by Teresa Seaton Philanthropist, Gary DeGroote, will take a place in our Hall of Fame as our 2021 Inductee for his incredible contribution to the arts. BPAC’s existence was dependent on a lead gift, something to begin the campaign of raising the funds to build and establish a theatre for the entire community to enjoy. This lead gift was given by no other than Gary DeGroote. He also sat on the Campaign Cabinet as Co- Chair and used his leadership and passion for culture to drive the fundraising initiative which eventually culminated in the opening of Burlington’s world class theatre 11 years ago. Gary insisted the building not bear his or his family name and so it is with great pleasure that we induct him to our Hall of Fame to be recognized again for his contribution and commitment to the Arts.
By Maria Garcia
June 24th, 2022
BURLINGTON, ON
The MLB is the Major League Baseball, where the best baseball teams from North America compete to become this season’s best team.
 As of 2022, a total of 30 teams play the league—15 teams in the National League and 15 in the American League —with 29 in the United States and 1 in Canada. The Canadian team that is participating is the Toronto Blue Jays, which is the one that most people here in the north are rooting for.
Betting on the MLB
To make any MBL match more exciting, you can try to bet on them. This is where you try to guess what will happen during the matches, for example, who will win. Before you can bet, you need to find a good betting site to do it on. This should be a site that offers to bet on the sports you like, and where you can find Mlb odds to wager on. You should also make sure that you are up to date on all the baseball rules, and on the different teams that are participating so that you can make educated guesses.
The Blue Jays
Most Canadians will probably want to bet on the Toronto Blue Jays. The team is a member club of the American League East division, and usually plays its home games at Rogers Center. However, the TD Ballpark in Dunedin, Florida has also been used for their matches. The name Blue Jays holds a special story and originates from the bird with the same name. It is also the traditional color of Toronto’s collegiate and professional sports teams in the country, of course including the famous Maple leaf. If you wish to bet on the Blue Jays, you should have a look at some Mlb lines to prepare.
Blue Jay fans have a history of waiting a long time to see their favorite baseball team play, but now they are finally able to see them play again. The Blue Jays are ranked as number 6 in the power rankings as of June 14. In other words, they are doing well, and as Canadians, we are thrilled to see the journey team represented in the MLB excell. It is also a great opportunity to bet on sports. Online sports betting is legal in Canada, so it might be time to find a good site to bet on.
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