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Upper Wharf Rain Shelter Restoration Campaign

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We’re excited to officially launch the fundraising campaign to restore the historic Upper Wharf Rain Shelter.

Built in 1903, the Rain Shelter has been part of Sturgeon Point for more than 120 years. Restoring it will be a significant undertaking, with the complete project currently estimated at approximately $75,000.

Thanks to the generosity of our community, we’re already on our way.

Between proceeds from the Canada Day Bake Sale & Auction and pledges, we’ve raised $3,200 toward the project, providing a terrific start to the campaign.

The restoration will take place in phases:

Phase 1: New Roof – COMPLETE!
Thanks to the generosity of Andrew Dunnette and Andrew Wilson, the Rain Shelter has a new roof.

Phase 2: Foundation
The next step is to undertake the work required to provide the building with a strong and stable foundation.

Phase 3: Historic Restoration
The final phase will focus on restoring the shelter’s distinctive “gingerbread” woodwork and other historic design details.

We are now accepting pledges at [email protected].

SPA is also close to finalizing an arrangement that will allow charitable donations to the project through the Kawartha Community Foundation. Stay tuned for details on how you can contribute and help preserve this piece of Sturgeon Point history for generations to come.

Rain Shelter Restoration – A Community Effort

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There’s good news from the Upper Wharf.

The historic rain shelter – originally built in 1903 and designated a heritage site – just received a much-needed new roof.

Thanks to the generosity and hard work of Andrew Dunnette and Andrew Wilson, materials and labour have been largely donated to help replace the failing roof and protect the structure.

This is just the beginning. Future work will include restoring the woodwork, reinforcing the foundation, and preserving the distinctive architectural details that make this building so special.

The shelter has stood for 123 years – with care, it will continue to serve the Point for generations to come.

Stay tuned for updates and opportunities to support the next phase of restoration!

In Memory of Gary Horner

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Gary Charles Horner (GCH) passed into the hands of the Lord on Friday January 10, 2020 after suffering a catastrophic fall. Gary leaves his wife Janice, two sons Michael and David and his sister Shirley to celebrate the joys of his life. Gary will be missed by many. We are grateful to Pastor Jeff and the Trentside Church for their love and support. We thank the Doctors at Kingston General for their care throughout very devastating days. Gary celebrated life. His motto in life was “No Regrets” thus we will celebrate his life in the spring. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to THE HENDREN FUNERAL HOMES, MONK CHAPEL. Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to the MS Society by visiting www.hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705-738-3222.  To send flowers to the family of Gary Horner, please visit Tribute Store

Condolences can be left at the online obituary.

In Memory of Joan Milling

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JOAN MILLING (née Easser) December 22, 1929 – March 5, 2019 To the vulnerable of the City of York, she was the tireless Executive Director of York Community Services (YCS), the first multi-service centre offering housing, health, legal and social services under one roof. She co-chaired the Stop Spadina Committee and shared credit for stopping the Spadina Expressway in its tracks. Raised on activism by her Workmens Circle parents Sarah and Sam Easser. Pioneer of the Cooperative Commonwealth Youth Movement (predecessor of the NDP Youth). Beloved sister of fellow CCF activists Percy Easser (Lorna) and Ruth Lesser (Stan). Predeceased by partner in the good fight, husband Gordon. Best friend and loving mother to Rob, partner Penny Marno, and Sue, partner Dave Robson. Traveller. Writer. Pundit. Aunt Joan to David and Marla Easser, Beth, Nancy and Adam Lesser. And on the Milling side – Stephen, Dennis, Gary, Lee, Cindy, Danny, Adam, James, Holly and Anne-Marie. Craft and art lover. Dearly missed and adoring Grandmother to Kevin, partner Danielle, Michael, partner Evelyn, and Christopher as well as granddaughter and chum Samantha. Piano lessons. Skating. Summers at Sturgeon Point.

Sadly passed on March 5, 2019, peacefully and just the way she would have it. She will be missed by her family, debating the front page of the Globe and Mail, martini in hand. In lieu of flowers, donate to a social justice or arts organization of your choice.

Join us for a toast to Joan on Sunday, March 10th at 58 Heathdale Road – Bathurst and St Clair West – 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.