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CP Scoop - December 20th, 2023

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CP Scoop - December 20th, 2023

MUNICIPAL NEWS

Town Hall Holiday Hours

The Carleton Place Town Hall will close for the Christmas holidays at 12 noon on Friday, December 22nd, 2023, and reopen with regular business hours on Tuesday, January 2nd, 2024.

If there is an emergency which you believe requires the attention of the Public Works Department, please call 613-257-2253.

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Holiday Waste Collection

The waste collection schedule will be as follows during the holiday season:

Monday, December 25th – Collection will be Tuesday, December 26th
Wednesday, December 27th – Collection as normal
Thursday, December 28th – Collection as normal
Friday, December 29th – Collection as normal
Monday, January 1st – Collection will be Tuesday, January 2nd

Residents are permitted three (3) unstickered bags on their collection day between December 26th and December 29th. Waste and recycling must be curbside by 7:00 a.m. on collection day to ensure items will be collected.

Should residents have any questions regarding waste collection during the holidays, please contact the following:

Recycling Inquiries - 1-888-597-1541
Waste Inquiries - 1-613-257-1195

2023/2024 Holiday Free Swim Schedule

We invite you to join us for a FREE Swim at the Carleton Place Pool! Our Free Holiday Swims are made possible by the generous local businesses below. Thank you for your support!

December 27th: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Sponsored by CorCann Heating & Cooling
December 27th: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Lanark County Paramedic Service
December 28th: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Bean Cars
December 28th: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Bean Cars
December 29th: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Sponsored by Bean Cars
December 29th: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Sponsored by JA Patterson Electric
December 29th: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Bean Cars
December 30th: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Valley Veterinary Clinic
December 31st: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Tarstone Road Maintenance
January 2nd: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Scharfe Contracting
January 2nd: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Canadian Tire
January 3rd: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Sponsored by Canadian Tire
January 3rd: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Royal Lepage Team Realty
January 4th: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Tarstone Road Maintenance
January 4th: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Mississippi Animal Hospital
January 5th: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Sponsored by Giant Tiger
January 5th: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Ashton Church
January 5th: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Motion Printing

2023/2024 Holiday Free Skate Schedule

We invite you to join us for a FREE Skate at the Carleton Place Arena (75 Neelin Street). Our Free Holiday Skates are made possible by the generous local businesses below. Thank you for your support!

December 20th: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. - Sponsored by Rental Village
December 23rd: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Sponsored by Carleton Place Canadians
December 27th: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 pm. - Sponsored by Carleton Refrigeration
December 27th: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. - Sponsored by Laura Keller Real Estate Team
December 28th: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. - Sponsored by Subway
December 29th: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. - Sponsored by Love 4 Reesie Foundation
December 30th: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Sponsored by Kirk Orthodontics
December 31st: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Sponsored by TBG Mechanical
January 1st: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Sponsored by the Town of Carleton Place
January 2nd: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. - Sponsored by Beckwith Electric
January 3rd: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. - Sponsored by McIntosh Auto
January 3rd: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. - Sponsored by FIT Healthcare
January 4th: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. - Sponsored by McKay Sheet Metal & Roofing
January 5th: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. - Sponsored by CorCann Heating & Cooling
January 6th: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Sponsored by TBG Mechanical
January 7th: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Sponsored by Laura Keller Real Estate Team

OTHER NEWS

Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit Introduces Prenatal Breastfeeding Information Sessions

The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit is pleased to announce the start of their prenatal breastfeeding information sessions starting this January.

Are you pregnant? Have questions about breastfeeding? Get your questions answered BEFORE your baby arrives! These FREE Prenatal Breastfeeding Information Sessions will help you feel more prepared and help you get off to a smooth start.

Know where to go for support, learn important skills, and have your questions answered by a Public Health Nurse. Exclusive breastfeeding is important for your baby’s health and development – Health Unit nurses are available to help you achieve your goals! Bring a support person along and receive resources and tools to support your breastfeeding journey.

During the session, you will learn:

Where to get support, BEFORE your baby arrives
The benefits of immediate and uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact
The benefits of prenatal hand expression of colostrum
The importance of early follow-up and support AFTER your baby arrives…and more!

Virtual:

Thursday, January 11th – 6:30 p.m
Wednesday, March 20th – 6:30 p.m.

In Person:

Brockville (458 Laurier Boulevard) – Wednesday, January 17th – 6:30 p.m.
Smiths Falls – Wednesday, February 7th – 6:30 p.m.

The Health Unit also offers an Online E-Prenatal Course from InJoy which offers audio clips, videos, quizzes and interactive activities to help people learn how to have a healthy pregnancy. To register for the online prenatal course, please call 1-800-660-5853, extension 2467 or sign up using this form.

There are also Community Supports for Preconception & Healthy Pregnancy (healthunit.org) available online.

The Health Unit also provides Infant Feeding Clinics in Brockville, Almonte, Carleton Place, Kemptville and Smiths Falls. It is a good idea to get support early on, even if your baby is feeding well. Getting support early on can help you gain the confidence to know that the baby is healthy and growing. Make an appointment online or call 1-800-660-5853, extension 2467.

For more information, visit: https://healthunit.org/clinics-classes/prenatal-education/ or call 1-800-660-5853 x2467. You can also connect with us on Facebook and follow us on X (formerly Twitter) @LGLHealthUnit for important public health updates.

Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit - Local Health Units Join Voices to Remind You to Protect Yourself and Others from Respiratory Illnesses This Holiday Season

This time of year is well known for holiday parties and gatherings to celebrate the season. These gatherings are important to foster a sense of belonging, improve our mental health and bring our community closer. Respiratory viruses can spread easily when people gather (especially over holidays and in winter months). Respiratory illnesses can have a significant impact on overall well-being. We urge individuals and communities to consider ways to reduce the spread of respiratory illness.

Respiratory illness season has arrived – viruses such as COVID-19, influenza (flu) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are circulating at the same time as common cold and cough viruses. Protecting yourself, your family, and those around you at high risk of severe illness and complications is an important public health matter. Many people in our community – like older adults, pregnant persons, young children and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of severe illness, complications and hospitalizations.

“As with every respiratory season in the fall and winter, it is important to follow public health precautions, and especially to get your COVID-19 and flu shots” says Dr. Linna Li, Medical Officer of Health for the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit.

“We are urging everyone to do their part in reducing the spread of illness with the goal of reducing the prevalence of severe illness, complications, and hospitalization caused by respiratory viruses,” says Dr. Vera Etches, Medical Officer of Health for Ottawa Public Health.

“This season, it is not only the older population we are concerned about, it is also children. Flu can cause severe illness and even hospitalization in children less than five (5). I urge everyone to get their flu vaccination; especially those under five (5) and over 65,” says Dr. Paul Roumeliotis, Medical Officer of Health for the Eastern Ontario Health Unit.

"Influenza cases are going up in Ontario, and the best way to stay healthy is to get your flu shot,” said Dr. Piotr Oglaza, Medical Officer of Health at KFL&A Public Health. “If you haven't done it yet, now is the time to roll up your sleeve and protect yourself and those around you."

“During this time of high and increasing respiratory illness risk, we urge you to take public health precautions to protect yourself and those who are at higher risk of severe illness,” states Dr. Jason Morgenstern, Medical Officer of Health for the Renfrew County and District Health Unit.

“The public health precautions we are all familiar with are still the best defence against getting sick and reducing the spread of illness to family and friends,” says Dr. Ethan Toumishey, Medical Officer of Health and CEO at Hastings Prince Edward Public Health.

The local public health agencies in the eastern region support the provincial recommendations for using layers of protection we know are effective.

Get your updated COVID-19 and annual flu vaccine
- Both vaccines are recommended for people six (6) months and older and can be received at the same time.
- These vaccines reduce your likelihood of getting these infections and are particularly effective in preventing severe illness.
- The best way to access these vaccines is at a local pharmacy. For a list of participating pharmacies near you, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/vaccine-locations/
- Some people may also be able to access these vaccines through their healthcare provider.
- Some public health units run clinics for those who face barriers accessing vaccines. Check your local health unit’s website for information.
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water (rub hands together under water for 15 to 20 seconds), or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Germs spread this way.
Clean and disinfect surfaces that are touched a lot, like desks, door handles, toys, and computer keyboards.
Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue or sneeze into your arm, not your hand.
Optimize indoor air quality as much as possible, which may include increasing the air exchange rate, changing your air filters, and keeping doors and windows open where possible (weather permitting).
Stay home when you are sick
- Stay home until you are fever-free (without fever-reducing medication) and your symptoms have been improving for 24 hours (48 hours for vomiting/diarrhea)
- If you have symptoms of a respiratory illness, don’t visit those at high risk of severe illness, including those in long-term care, retirement homes or in hospital.
- If you can’t stay home, wear a well-fitted mask for 10 days after symptom onset. Avoid non-essential mask-less activities
- Not sure? Do a self-assessment: Coronavirus (COVID-19) self-assessment (ontario.ca)
Wear a well-fitted mask, particularly if you are at a higher risk for severe illness:
- To protect yourself from respiratory viruses, to protect others at higher risk, and when recovering from illness.
- When indoors, in crowded public places, and around those most vulnerable.
- Bring a mask with you wherever you go, so you are ready to use it if you feel the need or are asked to do so.

When To Go To the Emergency Department

If you have questions about your health (or your child’s), call your primary care provider or Health Connect Ontario at 8-1-1.
If you or your child are in distress (significant trouble breathing, chest pain, fainting, difficulty to rouse, confusion or have significant worsening of any chronic disease symptoms), go to the nearest Emergency Department or call 9-1-1.

The Health Units continue to monitor a number of factors, including the overall respiratory transmission and frequency of severe illness. Respiratory virus surveillance reports from each area have information about COVID-19 and flu cases, outbreaks, and much more.

For more information from your local public health agency, visit:

While it is important to reduce the spread of communicable diseases (like respiratory illnesses), it is also important to care for your mental health during the holidays. Let’s spread more kindness this holiday season. Here are some resources you, or a loved one, can access:

9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call 9-8-8 or text 9-8-8 available 24/7
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868 available 24/7
Anxiety Canada
BounceBackOntario is a free, guided self-help program for those 15 and up
Canadian Coalition for Seniors' Mental Health (CCSMH) offers resources for aging adults and their families

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