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REGIONAL NEWSThis week isCanadianEnvironmentWeekEMC News – The federal governmentis inviting all Canadians to reflecton their environment during CanadianEnvironment Week, observed annuallyduring the first full week of June.Canada’s Minister of the Environment,the Honourable Peter Kent, notedthat the week was a time to reflect onour collective environmental achievementsand stewardship, for all Canadianstoday and tomorrow to enjoy.“Canadian Environment Week is notonly a great opportunity to celebrate ourachievements in protecting our naturalenvironment, but it is also an excellentopportunity to further inspire all Canadiansto work together to do even moreto preserve, protect and restore ourland, our air, and our water,” he said.Kent pointed to some of the government’simportant environmentalachievements:• The launching of the joint-monitoringplan on the oil sands;• More stringent regulations in a varietyof areas, to combat climate changethrough a sector by sector approachand fulfill our commitment of reducingCanada’s greenhouse gas emissionsby 17 per cent below 2005 levels by2020;• The cooperation with provincialand territorial counterparts, to improveair quality for all Canadians;• On the international stage, thegovernment’s investment of $1.2 billiontowards climate change fast-startfinancing to further help developingeconomies reduce emissions and adaptto climate change, which is a globalchallenge;• Canada’s collaboration with a varietyof business and international partnersto encourage innovative environmentaltechnologies and clean energy;• The advancements made for theprotection of wildlife, water and landin Canada—protected areas in Canadanow account for an area that is nearlythe size of Belgium, Denmark, theNetherlands and Switzerland combined.Introducing our NEW Cereal!Photo by LAURIE WEIREMC News – Equator Coffee Roastery and Café of Almonte held a fundraising event in lateApril at their café where participants were encouraged to bake with beans – coffee beans,that is. They were raising money for a trip to Nicaragua in May where they will build aschool for their coffee producers’ children. Above, this lemonade stand was a popular pitstop as Samantha Holden, 12, serves up the cool beverage.Connected to your communityTFSA | RRSP | RRIFSTEVE HILLIERCharteredFinancial PlannerSince 1983Perth Office 22 North Street | 613-264-1064 | 1-800-263-8074Smiths Falls Office 49 Main Street East | 613-284-3737 | steve.hillier1600@gmail.comMake Father’sDay a walk in the park!Get yourPop Star star a Ukulele,He’ll love it!SAFETY TIPSHome Escape Planning: If you are aware ofsomeone living alone nearby, check with them tomake sure they are safe.Township of MontaguePublic Noce2013 Municipal BudgetNoce is hereby given that the Council of theTownship of Montague intends to adopt the2013 Municipal Budget at its regular meengto be held on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at6:30 p.m.Copies of the 2013 Budget are availableat the Township Office or on the website atwww.township.montague.on.ca.For further informaon, please contactTreasurer Addy Jones at (613) 283-7478.R0011950207_TFR0012138723_0606 R0012147118_0606R0011948445_TFThe minister also stated that 2013was designated the International Yearof Water Cooperation, and cited someof the work the government has undertakenin this regard.“We are working with our internationalpartners, such as the UnitedStates in the Great Lakes, and with ourprovincial and territorial counterparts,to improve and protect our importantwater resources,” Kent said. “Our governmenthas worked with the provincesand territories to bring about Canada’sfirst national standards for wastewatertreatment.”Kent stated that such focus and cooperationwas also key to addressing otherenvironmental issues and challenges.“Canadians should take this opportunityto celebrate our rich and diversifiedenvironment, to reflect on our numerousachievements and to think andprepare for future challenges,” he said.“Collectively, we must never lose sightof the importance of a healthy environmentin which to live, grow and raiseour families.”facebook.com/savedotcaA delicious cereal made of crispy whole grain flakes,crunchy granola bunches with the distinctive taste ofGreek Yogurt, and a touch of natural honey.Great coupons at Save.ca(while supplies last)THE EMC - 38 - Thursday, June 6, 2013is a division ofSmiths Falls Rotary ClubEvery Friday 7 P.M.Lamplighter Convention Hall, 30 Victoria Ave, Smiths FallsCome & Have Some Fun… the more people thatattend will increase prizes.People Attending >60 61-81 81-100 101-120 >120Regular Games $ 480 $ 670 $ 860 $ 1050 $ 1240Special Games $ 475 $ 475 $ 475 $ 475 $ 475Bonanza Game $ 300 $ 300 $ 300 $ 300 $ 300Jackpot Game $ 300 $ 400 $ 500 $ 600 $ 700TOTAL PRIZES $ 1555 $ 1845 $ 2135 $ 2425 $ 2715PRICE: $3.00 Per Strip - Regular Game$2.50 Per Strip - Special Games (starting Nov 19)BONANZA: $.50 (Trade-In $.25)NON-SMOKING VENUE License #M617229 4 Corners = 1 Line