2019 Spring Summer Community Guide

Township of Uxbridge
2020 Spring & Summer

March Break
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Mayor’s Message
Community is about people. This guide is an excellent resource to help you Township of Uxbridge Council
find social, recreational, and volunteer opportunities to keep you healthy
and engaged with our community. Inside these pages are fun, interesting
programs and activities for you and your family. We have expanded our Gord Highet
options for seniors programming with a section dedicated to age-friendly Regional Councillor
activities.
Dave Barton The Township is continuing to invest in our future by planning for downtown 416-896-1564
Mayor revitalization that will occur after the Brock Street Culvert project is
416-819-4119 complete. We are also looking at how we can build infrastructure and ghighet@uxbridge.ca
dbarton@uxbridge.ca promote active transportation (walking and cycling) in our communities,
and plan to install additional bike racks.
Pamela Beach
The new pump park will soon have its official opening and I have no doubt it will be well used this year,
Ward 1
along with our trails, skate park, splash pad, parks and playgrounds.
We hope to see you out there - at the pool, on the trails, at the museum, or at the community centre. No 647-467-3105
matter how you wish to be involved, I thank you for being engaged in our community.
pbeach@uxbridge.ca
Here’s to a fantastic spring and summer in the Township of Uxbridge!
Dave Barton
Mayor
Gary Ruona
Connect with us Ward 2
Please visit our Township of Uxbridge website (uxbridge.ca) to stay up to date
with news and events happening in our community. For a schedule of council 647-527-4194
meetings please visit our Municipal Page in your local paper, or online at
uxbridge.ca/event gruona@uxbridge.ca
You can reach us by phone at 905-852-9181 (M-F 8:30-4:30), or by email at info@uxbridge.ca
You can also find us on Twitter (@twpUxbridge) and Facebook (TownshipofUxbridge). We encourage
residents to connect with their Ward Councillor with questions or concerns. Bruce Garrod
Ward 3
Table of Contents Uxbridge Arena and Community Centre..............30 416-788-5388
Municipal Contact Information .............................3 Uxbridge Youth Centre ........................................31
Month By Month Guide ....................................4, 5 York-Durham Heritage Railway...........................32 bgarrod@uxbridge.ca
March Break Camps ..............................................7 Uxbridge Music Hall............................................33
Jumpstart Recreation Programs........................8, 9 Lucy Maud Montgomery Society of Ontario........34 Willie Popp
Uxbridge Library Programs ...........................11, 13 Thomas Foster Memorial ....................................35 Ward 4
Township of Uxbridge Libraries...........................14 Heritage Uxbridge ..............................................36
Spring Swimming Lessons ............................16, 17 Community Halls ................................................36 416-735-4851
June Swimming Lessons.....................................18 Age-Friendly Activity Guide ..........................37, 38
wpopp@uxbridge.ca
Summer Swimming Lessons...............................19 Uxbridge Senior Citizen’s Club.............................39
Fitness Swimming/Aquafit/Squash...............20, 21 Health Matters..............................................40, 41
Leadership Programs ..........................................22 Municipal Operations ..............................43, 45, 46 Todd Snooks
CPR and First Aid................................................ 23 Community Groups and Organizations..........48, 49 Ward 5
Uxbridge Historical Centre ..................................25 Animal Control....................................................51 416-571-3076
Aquatic and Recreation Guidelines................26, 27 Affordable Recreation .........................................52
Uxbridge Multi-Use Trails....................................29 Fire Department .................................................56 tsnooks@uxbridge.ca
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Municipal Contact Information
Emergency Services Arena and Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-3081 Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority
Police, Fire, Ambulance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911 Manager CLOCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.cloca.com
Fire Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-3393 Bob Ferguson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .bferguson@uxbridge.ca . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-579-0411
Duty Officer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-894-0845 Trails Coordinator
Fire Chief Don Cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-9181 Municipal Administration
Phil Alexander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .palexander@uxbridge.ca . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .dcook@uxbridge.ca General Inquiries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-9181
Deputy Fire Chief email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .info@uxbridge.ca
Bill Graham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .bgraham@uxbridge.ca Aquatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-7831 website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.uxbridge.ca
Fire Prevention Officer Manager
location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Toronto St. S., Uxbridge
Ken Maynard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .kmaynard@uxbridge.ca Carolyn Clemenston . . . . . . . . . . .cclemenston@uxbridge.ca
Chief Administrative Officer
Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-7831 Kristi Honey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .khoney@uxbridge.ca
Durham Regional Police Services Program Coordinator Director of Legislative Services/Clerk
North Division Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-579-1520 Hunter Jarvis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .hjarvis@uxbridge.ca Debbie Leroux… . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .dleroux@uxbridge.ca
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-888-579-1520
Culture/Tourism Director of Public Works and Operations
Facilities Tourism Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-0400 Ben Kester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .bkester@uxbridge.ca
Facility Bookings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-6761 Lisa John-Mackenzie . . . . . . . . . . . . . .tourism@uxbridge.ca Treasurer
Booking Clerk - Karen Ryl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .kryl@uxbridge.ca Museum Manager/Curator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-5854 Donna Condon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .dcondon@uxbridge.ca
Seniors’ Community Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 905-852-7401 Pat Neal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pneal@uxbridge.ca Tax Collector
Uxbridge Historical Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-5854 Animal Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-985-9547 Sue Straughan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .sstraughan@uxbridge.ca
Uxpool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-7831 1360 Reach St., Port Perry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-800-871-4374 Supervisor of Accounting
Supervisor of Animal Services Gayle Gregor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ggregor@uxbridge.ca
Library . . . . . . . . . . . .egerber@uxbridge-scugog-animal-shelter.ca Director of Community Services
Uxbridge Public Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-9747
Environmental Services Amanda Ferraro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . aferraro@uxbridge.ca
Zephyr Public Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-473-2375
Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Chief Building Official
Business LSRCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-800-465-0437 Brian Pigozzo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .bpigozzo@uxbridge.ca
Business Improvement Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289-314-2550 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.lscra.on.ca Secretary, Committee of Adjustment
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .businessfacilitator@uxbridgebia.com Toronto Region Conservation Authority Emilia Gruyters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .egruyters@uxbridge.ca
Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .info@uxcc.ca TRCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-888-872-2344 Manager of By-Law Services
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.uxcc.ca . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.trca.on.ca Kristina Bergeron . . . . . . . . . . . . . .kbergeron@uxbridge.ca
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March Bippity Boppity Princess Tea Party
The winter thaw means the beginning of maple syrup season….mmm! and your little cowboys will love
It’s also your last chance to enjoy the snow-covered trails and try a new The Wild West Festival and Train
winter activity. Choose from a family hike, snowshoeing, cross-country Robbery Experience.
skiing, or a biking adventure. There are over 330 km of trails to explore. May
Go online to DiscoverUxbridge.ca to find your trail fit, with everything Back by popular demand, the
from easy to advanced terrain. After a day of adventure outside, catch a Springtide Music Festival returns to
live performance at the Uxbridge Music Hall. There’s a full calendar of Uxbridge May 8 and 9 with live
exciting shows this year. music shows hosted in multiple
April venues throughout downtown
Once the snow has finally gone, Uxbridge. From May to September,
there is a full season of fun you can also enjoy a concert each
awaiting you at the new Optimist Friday evening at the Thomas
Pump Park. Get the skateboards Foster Memorial. May also
and bikes out early to get the most welcomes back the Uxbridge
of the season. York-Durham Farmers’ Market, running every
Heritage Railway is back in full Sunday until November. Get to
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In June, plan a tour at one of our local attractions, such as the Thomas The dog days of summer are here, making a trip to the Bonner Boys
Foster Memorial, the Uxbridge Historical Centre, or the Leaskdale Manse, Splash Pad a must! Let the beautiful trees of Elgin Park shade you during
home of Lucy Maud Montgomery (author of Anne of Green Gables). There the Art in the Park event on August 15 and 16. Celebrate our
are some incredible stories to discover. The Uxbridge Half Marathon community’s rich history of agriculture at the Farmers of Uxbridge event
returns on Sunday, June 14. Find a category that suits you - including on August 27. This is a kid-friendly, informative event and features great
the kids’ dash, 5 km, 10 km, and 21 km trail walk/run. local produce too. And of course, take one last trek through the trails
July before you wave so long to the summer.
Elgin Park is the place to be this month for Canada Day and the Uxbridge Do you love Uxbridge?
Scottish Festival. Visit DiscoverUxbridge.ca to embark on Uxbridge’s self- Do you want to see our small town flourish? Become a Tourism
guided historical walking tour, or visit local art installations by way of a Ambassador! The Uxbridge Tourism Ambassador program needs more
self-guided art tour, which can be done by bike, car, or walking. Along volunteers. We welcome residents of all ages to join our team. We are a
your journey, make time to enjoy a gelato or iced coffee in our historic travelling visitor information resource, attending events and helping
downtown. people plan their time in Uxbridge (from where to eat, drink and shop,
to suggestions of family activities). There is no minimum time
requirement - even a few hours is a great help!
Find a complete listing of local events at Help spread the word, and email tourism@uxbridge.ca for more
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March Break Camps March 16 - 20
Jr. Adventure Camp Ages 5-8 Sr. Creators Camp Ages 9-13
A summer camp favourite returns for March Break! Enjoy a mixture of crafts, A summer camp favourite returns for March Break! Sr. Creators allows
games, songs, dance, and activities based on the daily themes! Outdoor play campers to tap into their creative side and create new, fun and easy projects
and swimming every day! each day. A mixture of Science, DIY, and Art all in one. Each day is different!
Monday: Crafty Kids *Swimming Daily
Tuesday: Superheroes Monday: Science Experiments
Wednesday: Jump and Jive Tuesday: DIY Project
Thursday: Jr. Experiments Wednesday: Science Experiments
Friday: Crafty Kids Thursday: DIY Project
Location: Uxpool Hall, 1 Parkside Dr. Friday: Art Project
Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm (Am and Pm care available) Location: Uxbridge Arena Community Hall, 291 Brock St W.
Cost: $192/wk or $50/Day Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm (Am and Pm care available)
Cost: $199/wk or $55/Day
Intermediate Sports Camp Ages 8-10 How to Register:

Campers will enjoy a variety of gym games and sports, including Dodgeball, March Break Camp registration opens February 6, in person at Uxpool, online,
Basketball, Soccer, Floor Hockey and more! *Swimming Daily or over the phone with VISA or MasterCard. Please refer to page 26-27 for
Location: Local School TBD registration guidelines. Daily and full week registration options available.
Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm (Am and Pm care available) Questions? Phone: 905-852-7831 Email: camps@uxbridge.ca
Cost: $192/wk or $50/Day Address: 1 Parkside Dr, Uxbridge, ON
Online registration uxbridge.ca
UxCamps is an approved program for Canadian Tire Jumpstart
funding; targeting families with economic barriers. Applications AM Extended Care: $20/week or $5/day • 7:30am - 8:30am
are available at Uxpool or online under Sports and Recreation at PM Extended Care: $20/week or $5/day • 4:30pm - 5:30pm
www.uxbridge.ca
For more information, please email tkerr@ uxbridge.ca or call A camp package with more information will be emailed to registered
905-852-7831. participants on Thursday, March 5.
March Break Public Swim and Skate

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Uxpool 1:00-3:00pm 1:00-3:00pm 1:00-3:00pm 1:00-3:00pm 1:00-3:00pm 1:00-3:00pm 1:00-3:00pm
Arena 1:30-3:00pm 1:30-3:00pm 1:30-3:00pm 1:30-3:00pm 1:30-3:00pm
Jumpstart Recreation Programs
Uxbridge Recreation Child and Youth Programs: 905-852-7831 *5 and 8 week $35 programs sponsored by Jumpstart
Through the kind efforts of the Uxbridge Canadian Tire Jumpstart chapter and the Jumpstart Community Development Program, we
are able to offer recreation programs at affordable prices for our community! We at Uxbridge Recreation understand the importance of
sport for all ages, and the positive impact it has on individuals, families, and our community. Thank you to Canadian Tire Uxbridge
and to those who donate their time through volunteer efforts and financial gifts.
All of our programs are designed and programmed for specific age groups. Participants must meet the minimum/maximum age
requirement within the current calendar year in order to participate in the program. For further information, please contact
Recreation Coordinator, hjarvis@uxbridge.ca or 905-852-7831. See page 9 for full description of programs.
Mondays (Skip April 13 and May 18)Location Time SPRING Session Weeks Age Price/Session
Park Play Elgin Park 4:30-5:30pm May 25-June 22 5 5-7yrs $35
Bike and Play Elgin Park 4:30-5:30pm May 25-June 22 5 7-9yrs $35
Outdoor Adventure Elgin Park 5:30-6:30pm May 25-June 22 5 9-12yrs $35
Let's Play - Mini Sticks JGPS 6:00-7:00pm March 23-May 25 8 7-9yrs $35
Tuesdays (Skip May 12) Location Time SPRING Session Weeks Age Price/Session
Let's Play - Floor Hockey UPS 6:00-7:00pm March 24-May 19 8 9-12yrs $35
Let's Play - Basketball UPS 7:00-8:00pm March 24-May 19 8 9-12yrs $35
Jr. Gym USS 6:00-6:45pm March 24-May 19 8 4-6yrs $35
Move 2 Groove USS 7:00-8:00pm March 24-May 19 8 9-12yrs $35
Wednesdays Location Time SPRING Session Weeks Age Price/Session
Bop and Beatz Uxpool H 4:00-4:45pm March 26-May 13 8 4-5yrs $35
Jump and Jive Uxpool H 5:00-6:00pm March 26-May 13 8 6-8yrs $35
Multisport JGPS 6:00-7:00pm March 26-May 13 8 7-9yrs $35
Sr. Sports JGPS 7:00-8:00pm March 26-May 13 8 9-12yrs $35
Thursdays Location Time SPRING Session Weeks Age Price/Session
Jr. Yogi Uxpool H 5:00-5:45pm March 26-May 14 8 5-7yrs $35
Go with the Flow Uxpool H 6:00-6:45pm March 26-May 14 8 8-10yrs $35
Fridays (Skip April 10) Location Time SPRING Session Weeks Age Price/Session
Tiny Yogi and Parent Uxpool H 12:00-12:30pm March 27-May 22 8 3+ yrs (flexible) $35/child
UXPOOL RECREATION and PA DAY PROGRAMS

Location Time SPRING/SUMMER Session Weeks Age Price/Session
Parent and Baby Yoga Uxpool H 12:45-1:45pm March 29-May 8 6 Non- crawlers $40/session
(Fridays) (Skip April 10) (min. 8 reg to run) $10/drop-in
Babysitting Course Uxpool H 9:00am-4:00pm April 3 or June 6 1 day 11 +yrs $70

Jumpstart Recreation Programs
Jr. Yogi! Ages 5-7 *NEW NIGHT Bop and Beatz! Ages 4-5
Participants will enjoy learning the principles of yoga in a fun and imaginative Have a blast dancing your heart out at this non-
environment. The class will focus on flexibility, strength, balance, and body technical, high-energy, recreational dance program for
awareness through simple yoga sequences. Meditation exercises will help boys and girls! Participants will enjoy dancing to fun music
improve concentration, relaxation and mindfulness. This class will serve as an and expressing their creative side through activities that encourage imagination
introduction to the practice of yoga and will be very kid-friendly, geared towards and movement. There will be a dance performance for parents/guardians on
the specific age group. the last day!
Go with the Flow! Ages 8-10 *NEW NIGHT Jump and Jive! Ages 6-8
Discover. Recharge. Breathe. Simple yoga sequences with a focus on flexibility, Have a blast dancing your heart out at this non-technical, high energy,
strength, balance and body awareness. Meditation exercises will also help recreational dance program for boys and girls! Participants will enjoy learning
improve concentration, relaxation and ease the mind. A perfect intro to yoga and practicing a variety of dance styles while expressing their creative side
for children! Please bring your own mat if available to you. through activities and combinations that encourage movement in an open and
accepting environment. There will be a dance performance for
Tiny Yogi and Parent! Ages 3yrs+ (flexible) parents/guardians on the last day!
This class is designed to promote active living and healthy family connections.
Together, parent and child will enjoy yoga games, partner poses, and improve Move 2 Groove! Ages 9-12
balance, mobility, and flexibility through simple yoga sequences. Please bring Have a blast dancing your heart out at this non-technical, high energy,
your own mat if available to you. Note: Parent or guardian participation is recreational dance program for boys and girls! Participants will enjoy learning
required. Only the child needs to be registered. and practicing a variety of dance styles while expressing their creative side
through activities and combinations that encourage movement in an open and
Let’s Play! Ages 7-9 and 9-12 accepting environment. There will be a dance performance for
Our Let’s Play program invites participants to take part in a variety of favourite parents/guardians on the last day! No previous experience required.
sports and activities. Programs focus on and encourage physical fitness, team
play and fun competition in a recreational and high-energy environment. Park Play! Ages 5-7
Register for our one hour sessions based on the sport that interests you most! Participants will enjoy a variety of outdoor sports and games, including
This session, we are offering basketball (ages 9-12yrs), floor hockey (ages 9- scavenger hunts, playground games, fort building, sandbox play, obstacle
12yrs), and mini-sticks (ages 7-9yrs)! Each program will incorporate skill courses, mini trail hikes, parachute games and more! Each week is different!
building and practice for the first portion of the class, followed by a team game. *Activities subject to change.
*Each individual class programming subject to change.
Bike and Play! Ages 7-9
Jr. Gym! Ages 4-6 Riders will be able to zip around the Elgin Park paved path to practice their
An action-packed evening of gym games and sports for the younger sport bicycle skills! Riders will ride on the paved area, grass sections, around obstacles,
enthusiast who is looking to have fun, make friends, learn competitive play, and practice stopping, bicycle safety and bike signals! At the end, participants
and burn off some energy! This program is a great introduction to physical will have time to play on the playground. Riders must be coordinated enough
literacy. to ride without a parent or 1:1 assistance, must have a proper fitting, certified
bike helmet, and a properly tuned and safety-checked bike.
Multisport! Ages 7-9
A variety of sports and games each week! A great way to decide which sport Outdoor Adventure! Ages 9-12
your child enjoys the most for future team sports! A high-energy, action-packed An action-packed program with a variety of fun team and independent activities
hour of physical fitness, team play, and introduction to physical literacy. and games, including: archery, capture-the-flag, camouflage, kick-the-can, fort
building and more! Activities change weekly! Avoid disappointment and register
Sr. Sports Ages 9-12 *NEW today!
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Uxbridge Library Programs
March Break Programs TOTally Kids for children
Mondays (April 6, 20, 27)
Slippery, Slimy Day 10:30-11:15am
Monday, March 16
18 months to 2 ½ years
Bring your family for a sensory adventure.
(with a caregiver)
Don’t wear your best clothes!
$5 per family Bring your toddler in for some stories,
Drop-in at any time between 10:00am and 3:00pm songs and sensory play! This
interactive program provides activities that will encourage language and
Big Games Day early literacy skills. Come join the fun!
Tuesday, March 17 FREE
Come in with your children and enjoy our life-size Snakes and Ladders Participants must pre-register online (instructions available at
game and our big bowling set. www.uxlib.com) OR in person at the Children’s Desk as there is limited space.
FREE Registration will begin Tuesday, February 18.
Drop-in at any time between 10:00am and 7:00pm.
Art Day Wiggles and Giggles Family Storytime

Wednesday, March 18 Tuesdays (April 7, 14, 21)
Make your own Bob Ross masterpiece! 10:30-11:15am
Best suited for families with children in For ages 2 ½ and up (with an adult)
Grades 2 - 7.
$3 per child (includes canvas and “You're never too old, too wacky, too
paint) wild, to pick up a book and read to a child.” ~Dr. Seuss. This fabulous, fun-
Drop-in at any time between 10:00am and 3:00pm filled program will include stories, songs, rhymes and crafty endeavors.
Stories and crafts are geared for ages 2 ½ years and up.
Babysitting Course FREE
Thursday, March 19 and Friday, March 20 Participants must pre-register online (instructions available at
This course is designed for participants ages 11+ years who are interested in www.uxlib.com) OR in person at the Children’s Desk as there is limited space.
learning or improving babysitting and basic first aid skills. Registration will begin Tuesday, February 18.
1:00-4:30pm, must attend both days.
Cost: $70 per participant.
Participants must pre-register online (instructions available at
Tickles and Tunes
www.uxlib.com) OR in person at the Children’s Desk as there is limited space. Thursdays (April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28 and June 4)
Registration will begin Tuesday, February 18. 10:15-10:45am for ages 6-18 months
11:00-11:30am for ages 19-36+ months
8 sessions
Spring Programs Join the musical fun! Songs,

STEM Days at the Library (PA Days) fingerplays, tickles and tunes to
delight and entertain even the
Friday, April 3 - Mad Magnets!
smallest child.
Experiment with magnets including a magnetic regatta!
Friday, June 5 - Eco Warriors!
The cost is $50/child for the 8 week program.
Put your ecology cap on as you play with Bee-Bots and learn about nature!
FREE, donations gratefully accepted.
www.uxlib.com) OR in person at the Children’s Desk as there is limited space.
Drop-in anytime between 11:00am and 3:00pm
Registration will begin Tuesday, February 18.
Suitable for elementary age students with a caregiver.
Library programs continued on page 13

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Uxbridge Library Programs
Continued from page 11
Spring Programs Summer Programs

Kinder STEM Series TD Summer Reading Club “Game On!”
Tuesdays in May (5, 12, 19 and 26), 10:30-11:30am TD Summer Reading Club is Canada’s biggest, bilingual summer reading
Cost $5 per child for the 4 sessions. program for kids of all ages, all interests, and all abilities. This free program is
co-created and delivered by more than 2,000 public libraries across Canada.
For children born in 2016 (with an adult). It celebrates Canadian authors, illustrators and stories. It’s designed to inspire
This program is for children entering JK in kids to explore the fun of reading their way - the key to building a lifelong
September 2020. The children will be the lead love of reading.
scientists, with their lab assistants (their This summer, let’s gather together to cheer
parent/caregiver) helping them. We will each other on as we achieve our personal
incorporate science and literacy for this fun, best. We can play on a team, knowing we’re
hands-on program. Due to the lab assistant better together, or play on our own to see
role of the parent/caregiver, alternate care how far we can go. We’ll learn about our
arrangements should be made for younger siblings. world, ourselves and each other through play
and if we stumble along the way, we’ll get up laughing and keep on trying,
because failing is sometimes part of the game.
www.uxlib.com) OR in person at the Children’s Desk as there is limited space.
Participants explore recommended reads, track their own reading, connect
Registration will begin Tuesday, February 18.
and share with others across the country, read books online, join in activities,
collect reading incentives, write jokes, stories and book reviews, and more.
Family Fun Days There are great resources for kids with print disabilities as well as for pre-
Saturday, April 18, LEGO, LEGO, LEGO! readers and their families.
Saturday, May 9, Get ready for International Fairy Day! TD Summer Reading Program is offered at both the Uxbridge and Zephyr
branches.
Drop in with your young family.
Put away the electronics and have a More Fabulous Summer Programs
blast together!
Please watch for our summer calendars published in June. They will describe
FREE, donations gratefully accepted.
the fun and exciting happenings at the Uxbridge and Zephyr Branches during
Drop-in anytime between 11:00am and 3:00pm
!
the summer!
Reading Buddies
April 8/9 to May 27/28 (8 weeks). Summer Camps
Wednesdays 3:45-4:45pm OR Come have a BLAST with us at the Uxbridge Public Library Camp. Two theme
Thursdays 3:45pm-4:45pm weeks to choose from. Camp activities include games, crafts, reading and
Cost: $15 per child, includes snack. lots more!
Little Buddies in SK to Grade 3, “Awesome Art” Camp Weeks

including French Immersion, will have July 13 - 17 AND August 10 - 14
lots of fun reading with their Big Buddies (volunteers) and participating in
literacy-based activities together! “LEGO” Camp Weeks
July 27 - 31 AND August 24 - 28
Participants must pre-register in person at the Children’s Desk as space is
limited! Camps run Monday through Friday from 9:00am - 5:00pm.
Registration will begin Tuesday, February 18. Cost per child for the week is $165.
TEEN AND ADULT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Township of Uxbridge Public Libraries
Self-Serve 3D Printer Volunteer @ the Library
What will you create? Not sure? Check out Thingiverse.com for loads of great Volunteers are always welcome!
ideas. Stop in at the Library to find out what you need to do to be able to Please contact us if you are interested in delivering books to someone who
book time with our 3D printer! Many thanks to Intel Canada for donating this can’t get to the Library, shelf reading, being a Big Buddy for Reading Buddies
MakerBot+ 3D Printer to the Library! or helping in the Genealogy Room.
No experience needed, just a love of volunteering.
More than books @ your library Please email jennifer.thorson@uxlib.com
• Downloadable eBooks and Audiobooks

The Library has an impressive collection of over 60,000 items! Books plus…
• Audiobooks
Uxbridge Public Library
• Movies
9 Toronto Street South
• Programs for all ages (please see Library Programs pages in this guide)
Tel: 905-852-9747 Fax: 905-852-9849
• Online Databases, including Ancestry.ca, Britannica Library and Find My

Email: corrinne.morrison@uxlib.com
Website: www.uxlib.com
• Over 20 public access computers available for use in the library with the
Past
Hours of Operation
majority of them in our Compton Family Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Resource Room 10:00 am - 5:00pm
Tuesday and Thursday
Friends of the Library 10:00am - 9:00pm
Come and join the Friends of the Library and Sunday (Between Nov. and April)
have the satisfaction of promoting reading and 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Library services to the community.
Genealogy Department Zephyr Public Library

A hidden gem in Uxbridge is the Genealogy 1300 Durham Road 39
Department found on the main floor of the Tel: 905-473-2375 Fax: 905-473-2375
Library. Explore the many resources to help you Email: peggy.kennedy@uxlib.com
research your home in the Uxbridge area, or your
family history here in Uxbridge and further Hours of Operation
abroad. Members from the Uxbridge Genealogy Tuesday and Thursday
Group volunteer most Tuesday mornings from 3:00pm - 8:00pm
10am until noon (except July and August). If you Saturday
have a lot of questions, please email us at 10:00am - 3:00pm
uxbridgegenealogygroup@hotmail.com to be
sure that a volunteer will be available. Come in The Zephyr Library offers an excellent selection of adult
and check out the resources and get assistance and children’s books, magazines, movies and
with research you are working on. The audiobooks. Enjoy the free WiFi.
department is open whenever the Library is.
The Uxbridge Genealogy Group meets in the The Zephyr Book Club is accepting new members. They
lower meeting room of the Library on the third meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month except July
Thursday of each month except for July and and August. Contact Peggy Kennedy if you are
August. Everyone is welcome to attend the interested.
meetings.
Birthday Parties
Planning a birthday party at the Roxy? Consider Let the friendly staff at both our
renting our meeting room for presents and cake.
Contact corrinne.morrison@uxlib.com or locations help you satisfy your
peggy.kennedy@uxlib.com for more information, cultural, and leisure needs.
information.

Birthday Parties! at the Uxpool
Option one: Option two:
Pool Party includes 1 hour half-pool rental, 1 lifeguard and 1 hour hall rental Rent the hall following our Public Swims on Saturdays or Sundays
following your swim. from 2:30pm-3:30pm.
Available Saturdays 3:00pm-5:00pm and Sundays 10:00am-12:00pm Cost: $45.00 + HST and admission to public swim at $3.75 per person.
Cost: $153.00 + HST.
All party bookings dependent upon room/pool availability.
Please note: Pool admittance policy for children will apply. Extra lifeguards needed for parties over 20 people for an additional cost.
Call 905-852-7831 for more information.
Breakfast Daily Specials Lunch Specials

Available 8am - 2pm Available 11am - 3pm
Daily Breakfast Special Sunday & Monday Choose from:

4 Banff Road 1 Egg, Bacon, Texas Haddock and Chips • Cod Fish Sandwich with Chips
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Fries. Only $ 800 • Cheese Burger with Chips
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395
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and your Choice of
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of Seafood, Burgers, Sausage. Cod and Chips Available all day
750 900
Souvlaki, Salads,
Poutine, Gyros, etc. Only $ Only $ Only $ 1095
Spring Swimming Lessons Register before March 5 and SAVE $5.00 per participant
Online registration uxbridge.ca Swim with the Best at Uxpool. Spring Registration begins February 19. 905-852-7831
Registration Guidelines Cost Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Spring $108 March 30 - June 8 March 31 - June 2 March 25 - May 27 March 26 - May 28 March 27 - June 5 March 28 - June 6
(once per week x 10 weeks) *skip May 25 *skip April 10 *skip May 23
Pre-school Lessons with Parent
Starfish (4 - 12 month) Parent 1:1 9:45am 10:15am 6:15pm 9:45am 10:00am
Intro to water skills with parent. 6:55pm 6:00pm 6:30pm
Duck (12 - 24 month) Parent 1:1 9:45am 10:15am 6:15pm 9:45am 10:00am
With assistance, introduced to buoyancy 6:55pm 6:00pm 6:30pm
and movement.
Sea Turtle (24 - 36 month) Parent 1:1 9:45am 10:45am 6:15pm 9:45am 10:30am
Develop the kick on both front and back. 6:45pm 6:00pm 6:30pm
Pre-school Lessons Ages 3 - 6 years
Sea Otter ½ hour 9:45am 10:15am; 6:15; 6:45pm 10:15am 4:00; 4:30pm 10:00; 10:30;
Swimmers work on floats, glides, kicking 1:3 ratio 6:15; 6:45; 3:45; 4:30; 6:00; 4:30; 6:00; 6:30pm 10:45; 11:00;
on front. Swim 1 metre. 7:15pm 6:30; 7:00pm 11:30am
Salamander ½ hour 10:15am 9:45am 6:15; 6:45; 9:45; 10:15am 4:00; 5:00; 10:00; 10:30;
Independent skills. Propulsion and 1:4 ratio 6:15; 6:45; 3:45; 4:15; 6:00; 7:15pm 4:00; 4:30; 6:00; 10:45; 11:00
buoyancy without assistance. 7:15pm 6:30; 7:00pm 6:30; 7:00pm 11:30am
Swim 2 metres.
Sunfish ½ hour 10:15 am 9:45 am 6:15; 6:45; 9:45; 10:15am 4:00; 5:00pm 10:00; 10:30;
Independent front swim and back glides. 1:4 ratio 6:15; 6:45; 3:45; 4:15; 6:00; 7:15pm 4:00; 4:30; 6:00; 10:45; 11:00;
Deep water activities. Swim 5 metres. 7:15pm 6:30; 7:00pm 6:30; 7:00pm 11:30am
Crocodile ½ hour 6:45pm 9:45am 6:15pm 4:00; 7:00pm 5:00pm 10:45; 11:30am
Front and back swim. Deep water 1:6 ratio 4:15; 6:30pm
activities. Swim 10 metres.
Whale ½ hour 6:45pm 9:45am 6:15pm 4:00; 7:00pm 5:00pm 10:45; 11:30am
Further develop front and back swims. 1:6 ratio 4:15; 6:30pm
Introduction to diving. Swim 15 metres.
Red Cross Swim Kids Lessons Ages 5 years and up

Swim Kids 1 ½ hour 6:45pm 4:30; 6:30pm 6:15pm 4:30; 6:00pm 4:00pm 10:30; 11:30am
Intro to safe water activities, floats and 1:6 ratio
glides, submersion and steps towards
independence. Swim 5 metres.
Swim Kids 2 ½ hour 6:15; 6:45; 3:45; 6:00; 6:30; 6:45; 7:15pm 4:30; 7:00pm 4:00; 4:30pm 10:00; 10:30;
Independent front and back floats and 1:6 ratio 7:15pm 7:00pm 11:00; 11:30am
develop front and back propulsion,
front swim. Swim 10 metres.
Swim Kids 3 ½ hour 6:15; 4:30; 6:00; 6:30; 6:45; 7:15pm 4:00; 6:00pm 4:30; 5:00pm 10:00; 11:00;
Intro to front crawl, deep water activities 1:6 ratio 7:15pm 7:00pm 11:30am
and further develop back propulsion.
Swim 15 metres.
Swim Kids 4 ½ hour 6:15; 4:30; 6:00; 7:00pm 6:45; 7:15pm 4:30; 6:30; 7:00pm 4:30; 5:00pm 10:30; 11:00;
Diving introduced and front crawl 1:6 ratio 7:15pm 11:30am
breathing pattern developed.
Swim 25 meters.
Spring Swimming Lessons continued Register before March 5 and SAVE $5.00 per participant
Online registration uxbridge.ca Swim with the Best at Uxpool. Spring Registration begins February 19. 905-852-7831
Registration Guidelines Cost Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Spring $108 March 30 - June 8 March 31 - June 2 March 25 - May 27 March 26 - May 28 March 27 - June 5 March 28- June 6
(once per week x 10 weeks) *skip May 25 *skip April 10 *skip May 23
Red Cross Swim Kids Lessons continued Ages 5 years and up
Swim Kids 5 ¾ hour 6:15; 7:00pm 3:45; 6:00; 6:15; 7:00pm 3:45; 6:00; 4:00; 4:45pm 10:00; 11:15am
Back crawl and whip kick. 1:8 ratio 6:45pm 6:45pm
50 metre swim.
Swim Kids 6 ¾ hour 6:15; 3:45; 6:00; 6:15; 7:00pm 3:45; 6:00; 4:00; 4:45pm 10:00; 11:15am
Front and back crawl, intro to elementary 1:8 ratio 7:00pm 6:45pm 6:45pm
back stroke. 75 metre swim.
Swim Kids 7 ¾ hour 6:15; 7:00pm 3:45; 6:00; 7:00pm 3:45; 6:00pm 4:00; 4:45pm 10:00; 11:15am
Intro to whip kick on front. 1:8 ratio 6:45pm
150 metre swim.
Swim Kids 8 ¾ hour 6:15; 7:00pm 3:45; 6:00; 7:00pm 3:45; 6:00pm 4:00; 4:45pm 10:00; 11:15am
Further development on strokes and 1:8 ratio 6:45pm
dolphin kick. 300 metre swim.
Swim Kids 9 ¾ hour 6:15pm 3:45; 6:00; 6:15pm 3:45; 6:45pm 4:45pm 10:00am
Stroke proficiency and self-rescue. 1:8 ratio 6:45pm
Intro to side stroke. 400 metre swim.
Swim Kids 10 ¾ hour 6:15pm 3:45; 6:00; 6:15pm 3:45; 6:45pm 4:45pm 10:00am
Stroke proficiency for Leadership courses. 1:8 ratio 6:45pm
500 meter swim.
Adult Lessons $128 7:00pm

See Fitness schedule page 20. + HST
Private Swim Lessons 1:2 $198 Day or Day or Day or Day or After Mornings
Will be prorated for the 8 or 9 lessons. 1:1 $289 evening evening evening evening school
Home School Program Level 10:45am 10:45am

For those children in Swim Kids 1 - 10 dependent
during the daytime.
Advanced Swim Fitness Programs Ages 8 years and up
Lifeguarding Awards (Ages 10 - 13) 1:8 ratio 5:30pm
Rookie, Ranger, Star. 1 hour. $106.40
Recreation Swim Club 1 (Ages 7 - 9) 45 min. 4:00pm 11:15am

Competitive swimming at a recreational $108
level. Great for fitness and stroke
refinement. 45 minutes.
Recreation Swim Club 2 (Ages 10 - 14) 1 hour 5:30-6:30pm

Competitive swimming at a recreational per
level. Great for fitness and stroke week
refinement. 1 hour per week. $140
We are pleased to offer swimming lessons and lane swim in an all-female environment with female swim instructors and covered windows.
Women and Girls’ Lessons: Fridays: 6:45pm: Swim Kids 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Fridays: 7:15pm: Swim Kids 3, 4 Please see Lesson schedule for price, class ratio and size.
Only Programs Lane Swim: Fridays: 6:45 to 7:45pm
Available: March 27 - June 5 *skip April 10
Please see Aquatic Fitness Schedule for prices.
All membership types will be accepted during this time.

June Swimming Lessons Register before May 20 and SAVE $5.00 per participant
Online registration uxbridge.ca Swim with the Best at Uxpool. June Registration begins April 16. 905-852-7831
Registration Guidelines Cost Tuesday/Thursday Wednesday
June Mini: Tuesday and Thursday twice a week for 7 Lessons $76.60
June Mini: Wednesday (1 hour) alt. schedule 6:30pm start for all levels $86.40 June 4 - 25 June 3 - 24
Pre-school Lessons with Parent

Starfish (4-12 month) Parent 1:1 10:15am
Intro to water skills with parent. 6:00pm
Duck (12-24 month) Parent 1:1 10:15am

With assistance, introduced to buoyancy and movement. 6:00pm
Sea Turtle (24-36 month) Parent 1:1 10:15am

Develop the kick on both front and back. 6:00pm
Pre-school Lessons Ages 3 - 6 years
Sea Otter ½ hour 10:15am; 3:45; 4:30; 6:00; 6:30-7:30pm
Swimmers work on floats, glides, kicking on front. Swim 1 metre. 1:3 ratio 6:30; 7:00pm
Salamander ½ hour 9:45am; 3:45; 4:15; 6:00; 6:30-7:30pm

Independent skills. Propulsion and buoyancy without assistance. Swim 2 metres. 1:4 ratio 6:30; 7:00pm
Sunfish ½ hour 9:45am; 3:45; 4:15; 6:00; 6:30-7:30pm

Independent front swim and back glides. Deep water activities. Swim 5 metres. 1:4 ratio 6:30; 7:00pm
Crocodile ½ hour 9:45am; 4:15; 6:30pm 6:30-7:30pm

Front and back swim. Deep water activities. Swim 10 metres. 1:6 ratio
Whale ½ hour 9:45am; 4:15; 6:30pm 6:30-7:30pm

Further develop front and back swims. Introduction to diving. Swim 15 metres. 1:6 ratio
Red Cross Swim Kids Lessons Ages 5 years and up
Swim Kids 1 ½ hour 4:30; 6:30pm 6:30-7:30pm
Intro to safe water activities, floats and glides, submersion and steps towards independence. Swim 5 metres. 1:6 ratio
Swim Kids 2 ½ hour 3:45; 6:00; 6:30; 7:00pm 6:30-7:30pm

Independent front and back floats and develop front and back propulsion, front swim. Swim 10 metres. 1:6 ratio
Swim Kids 3 ½ hour 4:15; 6:00; 6:30; 7:00pm 6:30-7:30pm

Intro to front crawl, deep water activities and further develop back propulsion. Swim 15 metres. 1:6 ratio
Swim Kids 4 ½ hour 4:30; 6:00; 7:00pm 6:30-7:30pm

Diving introduced and front crawl breathing pattern developed. Swim 25 meters. 1:6 ratio
Swim Kids 5 ¾ hour 3:45; 6:00; 6:45pm 6:30-7:30pm

Back crawl and whip kick. 50 metre swim. 1:8 ratio

Front and back crawl, intro to elementary back stroke. 75 metre swim. 1:8 ratio

Intro to whip kick on front. 150 metre swim. 1:8 ratio

Further development on strokes and dolphin kick. 300 metre swim. 1:8 ratio
Swim Kids 9 ¾ hour 3:45; 6:00; 6:45pm 6:30 -7:30pm

Stroke proficiency and self-rescue. Intro to side stroke. 400 metre swim. 1:8 ratio

Stroke proficiency for Leadership courses. 500 meter swim. 1:8 ratio
Summer Swimming Lessons Register before June 12 and SAVE $5.00 per participant
SWIM WITH THE BEST AT UXPOOL 905-852-7831
Red Cross Swim Kids Ages 5 years and up
Swim Kids 1 ¾ hour 10:00am;
Intro to safe water activities, floats and glides, 1:3 ratio 11:00am
submersion and steps towards independence. $108
Swim 5 metres.
Independent front and back floats, develop front 1:3 ratio 11:00am
and back propulsion, front swim. Swim 10 metres. $108
Intro to front crawl, deep water activities and 1:3 ratio 11:00am
further develop back propulsion. Swim 15 metres. $108
Diving introduced and front crawl breathing 1:3 ratio 11:00am
pattern developed. Swim 25 metres. $108
Swim Kids 5 1 hour 9:15am;
Back crawl and whip kick, plus a 50 metre 1:4 ratio 10:45am
endurance swim. $108
Swim Kids 6 1 hour 9:15am;
Further develop endurance, front and back crawl, 1:4 ratio 10:45am
Intro to elementary back stroke and dolphin kick. $108
Online registration uxbridge.ca Swim Kids 7 1 hour 9:15am;
Intro to whip kick on front and 150 metre 1:4 ratio 10:45am
endurance swim. $108
One week morning sessions available for all levels Swim Kids 8 1 hour 9:15am;
Evening lessons are Monday or Wednesday, once per week for 5 weeks. Further development on strokesand dolphin kick. 1:4 ratio 10:45am
300 metre endurance swim. $108
Session 1: July 6 - 10 Session 5: August 10 - 14 Swim Kids 9 1 hour 9:15am
Session 2: July 13 - 17 Session 6: August 17 - 21 Stroke proficiency and self-rescue. 1:4 ratio
Session 3: July 20 - 24 Session 7: August 24 - 28 Intro to side stroke. 400 metre swim. $108
Session 4: July 27 - 31 Swim Kids 10 1 hour 9:15am
Stroke proficiency for Leadership courses. 1:4 ratio
500 metre swim. $108
Red Cross Pre-School ages 3 - 6 years Private Swim Lessons 3/4 hour $216.75
5 lessons for 45 minutes each lesson. 1:1
Sea Otter ¾ hour
9:15am;
Swimmers work on floats, glides, kicking on 1:2 ratio
10:15am
front and swim 1 metre. $108 Evening Lessons for all levels including Parent and Tot
Salamander ¾ hour For information on Parent and Tot levels please see page 16.
9:15am;
Independent skills. Propulsion and buoyancy 1:2 ratio All evening lessons run on Monday or Wednesday nights only at 6 pm.
10:15am
without assistance. Swim 2 metres. $108 Ratios, prices and length of classes as above. Reduced price for Parent and Tot.
Sunfish ¾ hour Mondays: July 6 to August 10 *skip August 3
9:15am;
Independent front swim and back glides. 1:2 ratio Wednesdays: July 8 to August 5.
10:15am
Deep water activities. Swim 5 metres. $108
Crocodile ¾ hour
10:15am Summer lessons
Front and back swim. Deep water activities. 1:3 ratio Summer lessons feature a one week program designed to fit your busy summer
Swim 10 metres. $108 schedules. Come every day for a week and join in the fun, fitness and learn to
Whale ¾ hour swim programs Uxpool has to offer. Pre-school and Swim Kids1-4 are 45 minutes
10:15am
Further develop front and back swims. 1:3 ratio long and Swim Kids 5-10 are 1 hour. Guaranteed lower ratios during the summer
Introduction to diving. Swim 15 metres. $108 session provide more instructor focus for your child.

Fitness: Swimming / Aqua Fit / Squash - Uxpool 905-852-7831
Spring Fitness Schedule: March 23 to June 28 (closed April 10, 12, and May 25)
Lane Swimming (open swim for lengths only) *shared pool
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
7:15-8:15am 7:15-8:15am 7:15-8:15am 7:15-8:15am 7:15-8:15am
11:30am-1:00pm 11:30am-1:00pm 11:30am-1:00pm 11:30am-1:00pm 11:30am-1:00pm 12:00-1:00pm 12:00-1:00pm
1:00-3:00pm* 1:00-3:00pm*
7:30-8:30pm* 7:30-8:30pm*
8:30-9:30pm Masters 8:30-9:30pm Masters
8:30-9:30pm 8:30-9:30pm
Family Swimming *shared pool

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun
Seniors and Tots 10:30-11:30am 10:30-11:30am 10:30-11:30am
Family 1:00-2:00pm* 1:00-2:00pm* 1:00-3:00pm*
7:30-8:30pm* 7:30-8:30pm*
*Swim fees: (all pay as you go fees include HST)
$6.00 /Adult, $5.25 /Senior and Student, $4.00 /Youth (15 and under), and $3.00 /Child (6 and under accompanied by an adult in the water) $15.00 /Family.
Squash (open Mon. to Thurs. 7:00am - 9:00pm, Fri. 7:00am - 6:00pm, Sat. 9:00am- 4:00pm *times may vary, Sun. 11:00am - 4:00pm )
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
League 5:00-9:00pm 5:00-9:00pm 5:00-9:00pm 5:00-9:00pm Assorted Times
Public Courts 7:00am-5:00pm 7:00am-5:00pm 7:00am-5:00pm 7:00am-5:00pm 7:00am-6:00pm Assorted Times
Aqua Wellness and Aqua Fitness *shared pool

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sunday
Aquatic Wellness 1:00-1:45pm* 1:00-1:45pm*
Aqua Fitness am 8:45-9:45am 8:45-9:45am 8:45-9:45am 8:45-9:45am 8:45-9:45am 11:15am-12:00pm
Aqua Fitness pm 7:45-8:30pm 7:45-8:30pm
Fitness fees: Adult $10.50 /class or court, Senior / Youth $10.00 / class or court (all pay as you go fees include HST)
Sub-Mariners Diving Learn to

Sanctioned by NAUI/PADI Scuba Dive
A scuba diving program for fun, Larry Olson 416-771-7162
exercise and enhanced vacations! larry.olson@sympatico.ca
Fitness: Swimming / Aqua Fit / Squash - Uxpool 905-852-7831
Membership Rates:
A $50 fee will be added to non-residents’ yearly 10 Pack 20 Pack Specials Monthly Option - Automatic Renewal Annual Rate
membership and prorated for monthly options. Specials *Expires 8 months * Requires 1 month written notice to cancel
Family Fitness membership + HST $51 $518
Adult Fitness membership + HST $84 $154 $42 $402
Senior Fitness membership + HST $132 $32.50 $310
Junior and Youth Fitness membership+ HST $132 Not Available $278
Family Swim ONLY + HST $102 $41.50 $415
Adult Swim ONLY + HST $50 $84 $30 $303
Senior Swim ONLY + HST $81 $23 $233
Youth Swim ONLY + HST $31 $54 Not Available $200
Fitness Memberships include: Squash, Aquafit, Wellness, Masters and Public Swims
Summer Schedule: June 29 to September 4 (closed July 1 and August 3)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun
Lane Swim 7:15-8:15am 7:15-8:15am 7:15-8:15am 7:15-8:15am 7:15-8:15am
Aquafit 8:15-9:15am 8:15-9:15am 8:15-9:15am 8:15-9:15am 8:15-9:15am Sunday only
7:15-8:00pm 7:15-8:00pm 11:15am-12:00pm
Wellness 12:45-1:30pm* 12:45-1:30pm*
Lane Swim 11:45am-1:30pm 11:45am-1:00pm* 11:45am-1:30pm 11:45am-1:00pm* 11:45am-1:30pm 12:00-1:30pm
Public Swim 1:30-3:00pm 1:30-3:00pm 1:30-3:00pm 1:30-3:00pm 1:30-3:00pm 1:30-3:00pm
Public Swim 7:00-8:00pm** 7:00-8:00pm**
Lane Swim 8:00-9:00pm 7:00-8:00pm 8:00-9:00pm 7:00-8:00pm
* Shared 12:45pm-1:00pm **Shared pool
Summer Masters Swimming

The Uxbridge Masters Team is a professionally coached group of adults (must be
18+years) who are committed to improving their fitness and swimming ability by
participating in regular team practices. Coached sessions offer 3 levels of workouts
(beginner, intermediate, advanced).
Offered Tues. and Thurs. evenings from 8-9pm.
Summer Squash
Public Courts open Mon.-Thurs. 7am-9pm, Fri. 7am-5pm, Sat. and Sun 12-4pm.
For more information on the Squash League go to: www.uxsquash.ca or contact
chair@uxsquash.ca. Come on out and “Get into the Game”. Beginners welcome!
Summer FREE Public Swims For Families

Join us on Tues. and Thurs. evenings (7-8pm) during the summer for our public swims.
All families and kids 4 - 18 are FREE during these times sponsored by Canadian Tire
Jumpstart. Come out and have family time and an opportunity to cool off before bed.
A special membership will be issued for this program. Sign up
for your special membership starting June 20, 2020.
Unfortunately, due to the nature of this program, adults without
child accompaniment will be charged regular fees.
Uxpool admission policy will be followed.

Leadership Programs 905-852-7831
How do I become a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor?
Pre-Bronze: Step 4: Lifesaving Society Instructor
Get Ready for Bronze Medallion This is a course designed to further develop instructional and
Bronze Star leadership concepts. This course prepares instructors to teach
This is the Pre-Bronze Medallion training standard and the Canadian Swim Patrol, Bronze Medal awards and
excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion. emergency first aid as offered by the Lifesaving Society. Pre-
Bronze Star is designed to deliver high performance requisites: Bronze Cross, 16 yrs of age (minimum).
training for skilled pre-teens. **Full attendance is mandatory. This course only offered
in the Fall.
Step 1: Bronze Medallion
Teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles NL: National Lifeguard Award -
embodied in the four components of water rescue Lifesaving Society
education - judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness. This award builds on the fundamental principles taught in
Lifesavers develop fitness and endurance in a timed swim. the previous lifesaving awards. It is recognized as the
Pre-requisite: 13 yrs of age and/or Bronze Star standard of lifeguard performance in Canada. NL education
**Full attendance is mandatory. is designed to develop a sound understanding of lifeguarding
principles, good judgment and a mature and responsible attitude
Step 2: Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid towards the role of a lifeguard. Candidates should be prepared for the
with CPR “C” standards of fitness required for this level. Pre-requisites: Bronze Cross, 16 yrs
This is designed to challenge the lifesaver in a more advanced setting. This course of age (minimum) and a current Standard First Aid. **Full attendance is mandatory.
teaches the difference between lifesaving and lifeguarding, the principles of emergency
procedures and teamwork. Lifesavers learn how to rescue a spinal–injured victim as Step 5: Maintenance
well as multiple victim rescues. Recertification every two years to maintain active status.
Pre-requisite: Bronze Medallion NOTE: emergency first aid is required. We offer the
higher level of Standard First Aid with the course for your convenience. Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Recertification
**Full attendance is mandatory. This course is designed to recertify a Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Award.
Step 3: Red Cross Instructor NLS Recertification Course

The Water Safety Instructor has four components within the course: Candidates should be prepared for new standards to be evaluated. These include timed
• Skills Evaluation - done in two parts items.
• On-Line Course - will require 14 - 20 hours on student’s own time
• Assistant Teaching - One shift for entire session (minimum 9 weeks).
• Pool and Class Room - Time spent with the Instructor Trainer to complete the course
All material and course fees are included in the cost. Are you an adult interested in becoming a lifeguard and instructor?
Pre-requisites: 15 yrs of age, Swim Kids 10, Bronze Cross. If we have enough interest, we will set up a course. The only
**Full attendance and 100% completion of all parts is mandatory. qualifications needed are swimming ability at a level 10 and interest.
Please leave your name and phone number with the Front Desk.
Course Dates Times Cost

Bronze Medallion; Bronze Cross March 29-June 14 (skip April 12 and May 24) 1:15-5:00pm $248
Bronze Medallion; Bronze Cross March 16-20 8:30am-4:30pm $248
Bronze Medallion; Bronze Cross August 4-8 8:30am-4:30pm $248
Bronze Medallion; Bronze Cross August 31 - September 4 8:30am-4:30pm $248
National Lifeguard April 17, 18, 19 and Fri: 6:00-10:00pm
May 1, 2, 3 Sat: 9:00am-9:00pm; Sun 9:00am-8:00pm $300 + HST
Red Cross Instructors Monday, March 23 5:00-8:00pm
Sunday, April 19 3:00-5:00pm
June 5, 6, 7 Fri: 6:00-10:00pm; Sat: 9:00am-8:00pm;
Sun: 9:00am-8:00pm $330 + HST
NLS Recertification Saturday, June 20 3:00-7:00pm $94.25 + HST
Red Cross WSI Recert Saturday, June 20 9:00am-2:00pm $103 + HST
Red Cross Instructors Monday, June 29 5:00-8:00pm
Tuesday, July 14 6:00-8:00pm
August 31, September 1, 2 9:00am-5:00pm $330 + HST
Bronze Star March 27-June 5 (skip April 10) 5:30-6:30pm $114.65
Jr. Lifeguard/Bronze Star Camp March 16-20 8:30am-4:30pm $175
CPR and First Aid
Did you know...Uxpool offers CPR and First Aid Training
Standard First Aid/CPR C Customized First Aid Training
This course provides comprehensive training These courses enable you to deal with injuries
that covers all aspects of first aid and CPR. and medical emergencies at home, work or play.
This course is for those who want an in- The Township continues to offer, in conjunction
depth understanding of first aid including: with Uxpool, customized First Aid courses to
spinal injuries; medical/legal issues; heat suit your business needs. We will be happy to
or cold injuries; bone and joint injuries; structure the core content to fit into your
abdominal and chest injuries as well as business environment. These courses can also
burns. Includes CPR “C” certification and an include CPR, WHMIS and Defibrillator
introduction to the use of AEDs (Automated certifications. All courses follow the WSIB
External Defibrillation). guidelines and certification requirements,
This course is recognized by the Workplace Safety containing theoretical and background subject
and Insurance Board (WSIB). matter coupled with practical hands-on application.
Our outstanding trainers will engage the learner and can
Offered: 9:00am-5:00pm at Uxpool on March 28 and 29, motivate interaction through discussion and hands-on
April 25 and 26, May 30 and 31, June 13 and 14 or competency. We provide ongoing quality control and feedback to ensure
August 15 and 16 materials and the overall training experience meets your expectations. Any
Cost: $140 + HST group of 6 or more individuals, such as businesses, baby groups and youth
SFA Recertification: 9:00am-5:00pm at Uxpool on March 29, April 26, groups can be accommodated. We will be more than happy to come to your
site, or set up your course to take place at Uxpool.
May 31, June 14 or August 16
*Restrictions may apply. Cost: $105 + HST For information contact 905-852-7831 or email pool@uxbridge.ca
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Uxbridge Historical Centre
7239 Concession Road 6 Programs

PO Box 1301 Uxbridge Our newly developed Program Guides offer activities for students,
L9P 1N5 homeschooling groups, youth groups, and adult professional development.
905-852-5854 Our most popular programs explore themes in wayfinding, archaeology, early
museum@uxbridge.ca settler life, and agricultural heritage, and were developed with Ontario
www.uxbridgehistoricalcentre.com Curriculum learning objectives. There are also programs specifically designed
for Girl Guides of Canada ‘Girls First’ badges.
Follow us for upcoming events:
We are happy to customize programs to suit your requirements or needs.
Facebook.com/UxbridgeHistoricalCentre Available for booking from April through November. Preview available programs
Twitter@UxbridgeMuseum on our website or by contacting us for booking information.
Instagram@UxbridgeHistoricalCentre
One-Day Fibre Workshops with Len de Graaf
The Uxbridge Historical Centre (UHC) was established in 1972 to preserve the Len is offering one-day fibre workshops, each exploring a different fibre art
history and heritage of The Township of Uxbridge. The Centre collects, preserves, form. No experience is required! Please contact staff to register:
and displays artifacts, documents, and photographs related to the history of
the Uxbridge area. Locally-made agricultural equipment, machinery and tools,
as well as pianos, organs, and textiles are just a few examples of the UHC's Needle Felting
varied collection of more than 6,000 artifacts. The museum site houses 10 June 6, 10am - 3pm
heritage buildings on its 5-acre site overlooking the beautiful Uxbridge valley Cost: $30 + $30 material fee paid to instructor on
and Oak Ridges Moraine. day of workshop
Hours of Operation Yarn Painting

Open seasonally from April to December. Tours are offered Wednesdays through July 18, 10am - 4pm
Sundays from June 6 to September 6, 10am to 4pm, and on Monday-Friday Cost: $35 + $20 material fee paid to instructor on
throughout September and October. Arrangements can be made for group tours day of workshop
and programs outside these hours by contacting staff at museum@uxbridge.ca
or 905-852-5854. Branch Weaving
Admission Fees (HST included): August 22, 10am - 4pm
Adults - $6, Students/Seniors - $5 Cost: $35 plus $20 material fee paid to instructor on
Children (ages 6 - 12) - $4, Family - $18 day of workshop
Grounds and Building Rental Introduction to Rug Hooking

The Centre’s picturesque grounds, with open fields and historically significant Tuesdays, July 7 - August 11 (6 weeks) 10am - Noon
buildings, make it the ideal setting for weddings, photography and film shoots, Cost: $180 + $20 material fee and $20 deposit for loaner hoop paid to instructor.
professional development workshops, or special events. Our site is designated Registration is required for this course.
under the Ontario Heritage Act, which includes buildings like Fifth Line Church, Join fabulous fibre enthusiast Len de Graaf for a fun and instructional 6-week
Quaker Hill School House, or Orange Lodge Hall. To call 905-852-5854 or off workshop learning the techniques of rug hooking. No previous experience
season 905-852-6761. needed. Registration is limited.

Uxbridge Historical Centre
Museum Youth Leaders (ages 12 - 18)
The UHC hosts a Youth Council running weekly after school programs in the fall
and spring. The Centre gives students (grades 7-12) a drop-in social space for
games, snacks, and crafting, while creating a sense of community involvement
and personal development.
Membership and Volunteering

Help support your community museum by becoming a member and/or
volunteering at the UHC. We offer a joint membership with the Uxbridge-Scott
Historical Society. Contact for details or download a membership form from the
Uxbridge-Scott Historical Society’s website: www.ushs.ca
Upcoming Events
PA Day Camp (ages 7 - 13 years)

Exhibits in 2020 June 5 and 26
9am-3pm
Pieced Together: The Uxbridge Historical Centre is pleased to offer educational and creative
Quilts on Quaker Hill programs for DDSB’s June PA Days. Campers will engage in Uxbridge History
May 23 - 31, 10am-4pm and Arts programs in the Schoolhouse and on the property. Program details
A special exhibition of traditional and will be announced soon on our website and social media accounts.
art quilts from the museum
collection and the community. Share An Evening with Jennifer the Medium
in our quilt stories and histories. June 26
Activities for all ages, including kids’ $30 per person
crafts, a community quilt project, and Back by popular demand, Jennifer the Medium will return to the UHC for an
a daily tea room from 11am - 2pm. evening of spiritual journeys. Jennifer will host two 1-hour group sessions in
an intimate setting. Please call or email for ticket reservations.
March for the Crown:
200 Years of Ontario’s Orange Parade 5th Annual Family Kite Day
July 3 - 26 July 5, 1-4pm
10am-4pm Show off your kite flying skills at the Uxbridge Historical Centre at our
The Orange Order of Canada became a large fraternal society in 19th 5th Annual Family Kite Day. Bring a kite, enjoy a picnic, and join us for
century Canada. The impact of lodges and Orange members can be the afternoon on the breezy fields of Quaker Hill. Enjoy the start of summer
found in many early settlement histories. The Orange Order still exists at this family-friendly and free event!
in many communities today.
As the Orange Order celebrates 200 years of Toronto’s Orange Parade,

the UHC looks back on the Order’s history within the Township of
Uxbridge. Hosted in our own Victoria Corners Orange Lodge, the
exhibition looks to the Order’s divisive beginnings, community-
building efforts, and current views on the Order through
artifacts, photographs, and stories.
We would like to acknowledge that we are not the first people to live, work and play on these lands.
We thank the Indigenous peoples for their stewardship of the traditional and treaty lands we now enjoy alongside them,
and to acknowledge our Quaker history within the Township of Uxbridge.
Aquatic and Recreation Registration Guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions and Policy Information 905-852-7831
PROGRAM REGISTRATION START DATES FACILITY SWIM TEST
SPRING: February 19 ($5.00 discount until March 5) SHALLOW: Swimmers must be able to swim one (1) width, complete Swim Kids 3 or
JUNE: April 16 ($5.00 discount until May 20) equivalent.
DEEP END: To swim in the deep end, swimmers must be able to swim two (2) widths or
SUMMER: May 12 ($5.00 discount until June 12) one (1) length of the pool successfully.
MARCH BREAK: February 6
SUMMER CAMPS: March 3 (see camp flyer) GROUPS
Please book groups well in advance with a supervisor to ensure there is adequate staff.
Entrance to public swim is on a first come, first serve basis; please arrive early to ensure
1. On-Line Registration your group gets in together. Admittance policy must be adhered to.
Please go to:
https://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/Townshipofuxbridge STREET SHOES
and follow the prompts. Persons wearing street shoes will not be permitted to enter change rooms or the pool
deck. It is recommended that you bring a change of shoes to enter the pool area.
2. Over the counter registration
Business Hours for Uxpool UNIVERSAL CHANGE ROOM
Monday to Thursday: 9:00am-9:00pm Uxpool has a universal change room suitable for families and special needs visitors. This
Friday: 9:00am-6:00pm co-ed change room has four individual changing areas suitable for families or support
staff.
Saturday to Sunday 11:00am-3:00pm
PERSONAL BELONGINGS
3. Over the phone registration Patrons using the facilities should not leave ANY valuables in the change rooms. You
Using CREDIT CARD: 905-852-7831 may bring your own lock for your locker for the duration of your swim.
SWIM LESSONS: FREE LEVEL ASSESSMENT SHOWER BEFORE SWIMMING

Unsure what level your child is in? Uxpool offers free level assessments during any public A thorough shower before you enter the pool will help keep the water clean for your
swim to accurately tell you in what swimming level you should register your child. Uxpool swimming enjoyment.
offers the Red Cross Program featuring a Preschool and Swim Kids program for all ages.
STROLLERS
Strollers are not permitted in the change rooms or on deck. If you require one, please
ADMISSION STANDARDS FOR PUBLIC POOLS ask at the office and one will be provided for you (limited strollers available).
"Admission Standards for Public Pools" were developed by the Office of the Coroner of
Ontario to assist Lifeguards and Assistant Lifeguards in maintaining adequate FOOD and BEVERAGES
surveillance over the whereabouts and the activities of young bathers while they are Food and beverages are NOT permitted on the pool deck or in the change rooms. The
inside the pool enclosure. The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care strongly only exception made is non-breakable water bottles.
supports these recommendations for the purpose of preventing injuries and fatalities.
1. Children 6 years of age and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian TO DIAPER or NOT TO DIAPER
12 years of age or older. The parent or guardian is responsible for their direct We ask that disposable diapers are not worn into the swimming pool. We require that
supervision and must be in the water and within arms reach of the child(ren) at all those not toilet-trained wear a swim diaper that can be purchased at your local drug
times. store or snug fitting plastic pants under their bathing suit.
2. Children 7 to 9 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian 12 years
of age or older. The parent or guardian is responsible for direct supervision and must POOL FOUL/POWER FAILURE/MAINTENANCE CLOSURE/
be in the water. If the child can swim and pass a facility swim test, the parent or UNFORSEEN CANCELLATIONS
guardian does not have to remain within arms reach of the child, but must remain The pool may close at an inopportune time due to a pool fouling, power failure, weather
in the pool enclosure to provide supervision of the children and remain in visual conditions or mechanical/maintenance problem. When this occurs, instructors will use
contact. the time to focus on water safety components of instructional programs. Unfortunately
3. Children 10 years and older may swim without adult accompaniment. the Township of Uxbridge is unable to reschedule classes cancelled due to weather
conditions or maintenance breakdowns or other unforeseen circumstances. Swim tickets
PUBLIC SWIM: ADMITTANCE POLICY may be issued for cancelled swim classes.
6 years and under Supervision in water within arms reach FAMILY RATE
A family rate is defined as IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBERS (mother, father, children, step-
1:2 ratio parents/children) living in the same household.
7 to 9 years and non swimmer Supervision in water within arm’s reach
1:2 ratio or 1:8 with lifejackets SENIOR RATE
7 to 9 years and pass facility Parent/Guardian remain in pool The senior rate is for people who are 60 years of age or older.
swim test enclosure.1:10 ratio Proof of age may be required.
10 years and older Able to swim on their own

Aquatic and Recreation Registration Guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions and Policy Information 905-852-7831
REGISTRATION DEADLINES REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS
Later registrations may be accepted on a space-availability basis. Full payment of fee a. A full refund is available if the program you choose is cancelled. Request for refund
and applicable taxes will be administered. Registration deadline is one week following will not be accepted after the first lesson unless accompanied by a medical
the commencement of programs. Discount fees will not apply for transfers after certificate. We regret participants receive no refund if the cancellation affects
discount date. minimum class numbers or the request is past the fourth lesson.
b. Refund/credit requests must be submitted in writing. The effective date will be the
PROGRAM CANCELLATION/REVISIONS date the Recreation Department receives written notification. Verbal notification
Sometimes excellent programs, with super instructors are cancelled when too many will not be accepted. Non-attendance does not constitute notice of withdrawal.
people wait until the last minute to register. Our programs are based upon a cost An administrative fee of $15 will be deducted regardless of refund or credit issued.
recovery basis and we need a minimum number of participants registered before a All refunds/credits will be “prorated” whether classes are attended or not. Seven
camp/class can go on. A full credit will be provided if the Recreation Department is days notice is required. Any classes missed may not be made up at another class
responsible for program cancellations or changes. The Township of Uxbridge reserves time or session. Please allow four weeks for the processing of refunds. Refunds
the right to cancel or revise any program in accordance with participant requirements. will only be issued to the original registrant.
c. Requests for changes and transfers will be accepted prior to the start of the program
and are conditional on class and space availability in the program. A $15
RETURNED CHEQUES administration fee may be applied to transfers and seven days notice is required.
We know that mistakes sometimes happen, but it is necessary to administer a $50.00 Discount will be lost if transferring is done after the discount date. Notice can be
charge for returned NSF cheques. The Township of Uxbridge reserves the right to cancel forwarded to pool@uxbridge.ca
the registration or to revoke privileges until full payment is received. d. Above policies are universally applied to all aquatic, recreation and camp
programming.
AGE OF PARTICIPANTS
Most of our programs/swimming lessons are designed for a specific age group. All MEMBERSHIP EXTENSIONS
participants must be the required age as outlined in the guide as of the completion date Extensions will only be given for illness and extended absence. The member must be
of the program/lesson. Camp programs are based on age of participant in the current ill for a minimum of two (2) weeks. A doctor’s note may be required at the discretion of
calendar year. the Manager of Aquatics. An extended absence is a minimum of 3 weeks regardless of
type of membership. One extended absence extension is permitted per membership. .
SPECIAL NEEDS
If you or your child requires special assistance for one of our programs, please let us PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEOTAPING/PHOTO CELLPHONES
know and we will try to accommodate your needs. For more information please contact Due to privacy laws, the use of cameras and video recorders must be arranged with the
Carolyn Clementson at 905-852-7831. One month notice is needed for provision of a office supervisor prior to an event. ALL CELL PHONES MUST BE TURNED OFF AND NOT
Special Needs Support Worker. Please see Ux-Camp flyer for camp inclusion. USED IN THE CHANGE ROOMS. Unless parent/guardians indicate otherwise, the
Recreation Department will assume permission is given for any pictures taken during
CODE OF BEHAVIOUR any Department program to be used to promote Recreation programs.
The Township of Uxbridge endeavors to provide the highest level of safety and enjoyment
to all participants and staff members for the duration of its leisure programs/aquatic WEATHER CONDITIONS
lessons. These guidelines have been developed to ensure that all involved are aware of Participants are encouraged to dress appropriately and be prepared for diverse weather
acceptable behavior. Coarse language, bullying, vandalism, physical and aggressive conditions during the course of the selected program. Severe weather conditions are
behavior will be recorded, reported and may result in the removal of the participant taken into consideration when planning programs. Programs will be altered if the need
from the leisure program/aquatic lesson or facility. arises. Indoor facilities are usually available for all programs unless otherwise specified.
FOR EVERYONE'S HEALTH AND SAFETY LATE PICK UP FEE POLICY

If a participant has a communicable disease (e.g. Chicken Pox, etc.) or a current public An extended care fee will be charged if you are late picking up your child. Extended care
health concern we would ask that the participant not attend leisure programs, is available for camp programs. Participants must sign up in advance for staffing
swimming lessons or public swimming. Participants are welcome to return to the leisure purposes. Please see camp flyer for list of programs that offer extended care.
program/aquatic lesson when they are healthy. Parents should be aware that the Child
and Family Service Act requires that any suspicion of child abuse be reported
immediately to the Children’s Aid Society. STAFF TRAINING
All Recreation staff receive training in the Township of Uxbridge’s policies, procedures
and relevant legislation prior to beginning work.
SERIOUS MEDICAL CONDITIONS
Those with serious medical conditions should be accompanied by an individual, who is
knowledgeable of their condition. Please notify staff on duty of your condition. LOST AND FOUND
Participants in Recreation programs are responsible for their own articles. It is strongly
recommended that no valuables or money be brought to any program. The Township
of Uxbridge is not responsible for any lost or stolen items. The Lost and Found is located
at Uxpool.

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meadowlands, where the countryside meets the town at Conc. 6 and Hwy. 47. they are.
Look for the art pedestals, interpretive ecology displays, and over nine km of • The Great Trail (a.k.a. TransCanada Trail)
trails. • Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority
Maps of the Countryside Preserve for sale at Blue Heron Books, Second Wedge • Toronto Region Conservation Authority
Brewery, and Boyd’s Sports. • Parks Canada
• Oakridges Trail Association
Plaque Dedictions • Durham Mountain Bike Association
Please support your Trails by dedicating a plaque at the Countryside Preserve. • Uxbridge Horseman’s Association
All funds raised support trail projects. • North Durham Nature
The customizeable plaques are 5” x 4” metal signs and handsomely designed • Many individual volunteers who have spent countless hours maintaining our
with wood grain background, gold lettering and a gold border. trails.
For more information contact the Trail Coordinator at 905-852-9181, ext. 506
or dcook@uxbridge.ca Upcoming Trail Events
Dedication forms are available at the Township Office (51 Toronto Street South), • Scott Pine Thinning in the Preserve - Sunday, April, 6, 2020
the Arena (291 Brock Street West - outside the main office), or online at • Run for the Diamond - Sunday, June 14, 2020
www.uxbridge.ca • Defeat Depression - Walk for Mental Health - Spring 2020
• Earth Day Trail Clean-up - Saturday, April 25, 2020
Town Trails Trail Etiquette and By-law
Uxbridge has 11 town trails connecting our neighbourhoods.
• Please clean up after your pet and keep on leash at all times.
They include:
• Carry out all litter with you.
Barton Trail (2 km); Butternut Trail (1.5 km); Countryside Preserve (9 km); Ewen
• Respect the natural environment and private property by staying on the trail.
Trail (3.4 km); Hela Spice Trail; Historic Trail (2.4 km); Maple Bridge Trail(1.5
• Please, no motorized vehicles on any town trails. Please contact Durham
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Region Police if you witness non-authoized motorized vehicles on town trails.
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Community Events
Countryside Trails Are you running an event on the trails? Give us a call at 905-852-9181 or
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Uxbridge Arena and Recreation Centre
291 Brock Street West, Uxbridge, Ontario, L9P 1G1
Phone: 905-852-3081 Fax: 905-852-2946
Drop by the Arena and check out one of the many private programs offered or contact
the user groups directly for program information. Information boards are located in
the Arena lobby.
For options about affordable recreation or to apply

for recreation funding please see page 52.
Public Skating September to April

Tuesday 4:00pm-4:50pm
Wednesday 7:00pm-7:50pm
Thursday 3:15pm-4:35pm
Friday 4:00pm-4:50pm
Saturday 7:00pm-7:50pm
Sunday 12:15pm-1:05pm
Adult Skating
Wednesdays and Fridays 11:15am-12:35pm
Parent and Tots Uxbridge Bruins Junior Hockey
Monday 10:30am-11:50am Mark Savery: savessports@gmail.com
Thursday 10:45am-12:05pm
Thursday 1:00pm-2:20pm Uxbridge Minor/Youth Hockey Association
Ticket Ice www.northdurhamminorhockey.com
Tuesday and Thursday 11:00am-12:50pm
Puck and Stick Uxbridge Skating Club
Monday and Wednesday 12:00pm-1:20pm Learn to Skate programs for ages 3 and up, plus figure skating programs for
Adult Shinny recreational and competitive skaters of all ages.
Tuesday 12:45pm-2:05pm www.uxbridgeskatingclub.com
info@uxbridgeskating club.com
Ice Allocation Uxbridge Oilies Oldtimer’s Hockey Club
*NEW* Ice available for bookings on Saturdays from 1:15pm to 3:15pm. Book now for Brad Orr: 905-852-3921
Family Skates, Birthday Parties or pick-up hockey. Day time rental available. To book
please contact 905-852-3081. Uxbridge Islanders Oldtimer’s Hockey Club
Don Mason: 905-852-3421
The Township Ice Allocation Policy dictates how ice time is distributed.
Copies of this document may be obtained from the Arena office. Canadian Tire Pro Shop
Located in the Arena lobby. Fully stocked pro-shop for all your sporting good needs.
Facility Rental Skate sharpening services available. 905-852-9689
The Community Centre Hall is available for weddings, anniversaries, birthday parties
and other community functions. It has a full kitchen and bar facilities and is air
Advertising Opportunities
Would you like to advertise your business or services to residents and visitors of the
conditioned. Municipal Alcohol Policy in effect.
Township of Uxbridge? The Uxbridge Arena is an excellent avenue to achieve your
The Arena has meeting rooms available to rent on a first come, first-served basis.
goal. The Arena is home to many recreational and sporting activities. This twin pad
Contact the Arena office to reserve your meeting space today.
facility has approx. 500,000 people pass through the doors on an annual basis.
For booking information call 905-852-6761.
Promoting your business to this many people is definitely something you should
consider. To advertise, contact 905-852-3081.
Lacrosse League for Boys and Girls
For registration or league information: www.uxbridgelacrosse.com Summer Floor Space Available
905-862-8087 Ball Hockey, Lacrosse, Roller Hockey, Dry Land drills. To book please contact 905-852-
6761
Adult Recreation Hockey League Winter Ice Available
Men’s and Ladies’ Recreational Hockey To book please contact 905-852-6761
For registration or league information contact www.uxbridge.com/uah

UXBRIDGE YOUTH CENTRE
info@uxbridgeyouthcentre.com | 905-862-3456 | 75 Marietta Street
Like us on Facebook – facebook.com/uxbridgeyouthcentre

Visit our website to learn more! www.uxbridgeyouthcentre.com
!
The Uxbridge Youth Centre (UYC) works with families, schools, community partners and the
Township of Uxbridge to provide high quality information access along with innovative and
meaningful programming for all youth ages 11 and up in a positive, inclusive environment. The
UYC is a place in the community that youth can call their own and have the opportunity to meet
new friends while developing valuable skills through a variety of workshops.
Would you like to get involved with the UYC? We are always looking for enthusiastic
volunteers and workshop facilitators (both student and adult!) to offer their skills. To learn more
about volunteer opportunities email info@uxbridgeyouthcentre.com, or visit our website!
Help us ensure the future sustainability of the Uxbridge Youth Centre. Youth are our most
valuable resource and are worth the investment! Visit our website to find out how to make a
donation. We issue charitable tax receipts for donations over $20.
What the UYC offers:

• Supervised drop-in hours • Music and guitars
• A safe place to hang out • Television and movies
• Internet and video games • Programming and events
• Arts and crafts • Resources and more!
!
UYC Drop-in Hours

Monday to Friday: 3:00pm to 8:00pm
*Please note: Uxbridge Youth Centre hours change seasonally. !
York-Durham Heritage Railway
Since forming almost 30 years ago, the York-Durham Heritage Railway has transported more than
200,000 passengers on our heritage heated coaches and made just as many cherished memories along
the way! This year we are bringing some all new trips and experiences including a Great Gatsby
inspired Jazz Party, a Marvel Super Hero Meet & Greet and Sesame Street On Rails. Plus! Everyone's
favourite; Day Out with Thomas and the wildly popular Spring High Tea will be making their return.
Tickets Available Now:
Sesame Street Marvel Super Hero Roaring Railway

On Rails Spectacular 20’s Party
March 14th & 15th, 2020 March 21st & 22nd, 2020 March 28th & 29th, 2020
Upcoming:
Good Friday Fish Fry - April 10th
Eggtacular Easter Festival - April 4-5th & 11-12th
Spring High Tea - April 18th
Bippity Boppity Tea Party - April 26th
Later in 2020:
Downton Abby Mothers Day Tea
Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Railfest: Opening Weekend Festival
Day Out with Thomas Celebration
...and more!
Wild West Festival
June 25th - July 26th
Visit YDHR.CA or call 905-852-3696 for tickets and info

The Uxbridge Music Hall
Upcoming Events at the Uxbridge Music Hall

The Music Hall is the cultural centre of the Township of Uxbridge. This unique Stupefied Theatrical Productions presents:
building hosts a wide variety of entertainment, including excellent local theatre, How The Lynch Stole… February
inspirational concerts, dance recitals, and Books and Authors nights. Inspired by “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas,” this is the story of Ruby Lynch, a
www.uxbridgemusichall.com grumpy 8th grader who always feels like an outsider. When the entire school
16 Main Street South, Uxbridge gets excited about the annual school musical, she comes up with a perfect plan
to ruin it for everyone. Will the spirit of theatre prevail?
Fall of a High School Ronin … May
OnStage Uxbridge proudly presents One wrong step in high school and you’re a social pariah for four years – until
Gilbert and Sullivan’s geekgurl Emi Edwards comes along. Emi is a righter of wrongs, the slayer of her
The Mikado school’s cruel shoguns. But, as she journeys to dethrone each clique leader, will
March 26, 27, 28 and April 2 ,3, 4 at 7:30pm, March 28, 29 and April 4 at 2pm. her own cravings for popularity and power corrupt her quest to establish a new
Considered the most popular operetta ever written, The Mikado satirizes the world order?
follies and foibles of upper class society in a way that still resonates with Sadie sells seashells (and you can too!) … June PRESHOW
audiences today. It might be truly tragic if it wasn’t so hysterically funny! Sadie is a kid con-artist who explodes onto a quiet beach town with a get-rich-
onstageuxbridge.com quick seashell-selling-scheme. For a small fee, she trains the kids on how to
Come travel with “ux”! sell seashells before the annual summer festival, but plans to skip town with
Uxperience 2020 wants to travel all their money before the big event! The kids in this little beach town will never
Around the World in 80 Minutes …or so! be the same!
April 30, May 1, and 2 Have Yourself a Merry Little Kidnapping ... June
uxperience 2020 will explore the world of travel through catchy songs, original Ash Mortonson is a disgruntled kid who is not happy about the presents he
skits and wonderful dance numbers. As in the past, uxperience raises funds to received on Christmas. After Ash tries corresponding with Santa Claus, he
give to a local charity. Tickets are available at starticketing.com decides to embark upon a plan to kidnap Santa and hold him hostage before
Information found on their website: uxperience.ca the following Christmas. Will Ash’s peers be able to assist in finding Santa, or
will this be the end of Christmas as we know it?
Stupifiedtheatricalproductions@gmail.com
Gilbert & Sullivan’s
March 26 - April 4 • Uxbridge Music Hall

Season Tickets (3 shows) for $60!
Find out more about our exciting 2020/2021
season and audition notices
onstageuxbridge.com
Lucy Maud Montgomery Society of Ontario (LMMSO)
The Leaskdale Manse National Historic Site,
The Historic Leaskdale Church and Home of
Lucy Maud
Montgomery,
Author of Anne of Green Gables
The Leaskdale countryside, Lucy Maud Montgomery’s first home in Ontario,
became a place that she loved and it inspired many of her novels. After moving
Upcoming Events
from Prince Edward Island in 1911 as the wife of Rev. Ewan Macdonald, it was
NEW “Meet Maud”, March Break Day Camp
in Leaskdale that Montgomery became a mother and wrote 11 of her 22 novels,
Monday, March 16 from 10am - 4pm
creating new works centred on the irrepressible Anne and creating the beloved
character Emily. Come tour the beautifully restored manse or attend one of our
Join us for activities, games, and crafts!
$25 per child. Only 20 spaces available.
New!
many special events. Our season runs May to September.
Visit the home of L.M. Montgomery Site also open March 17 - 20, 12pm - 4pm
It’s the perfect place to visit with friends and family interested in Uxbridge and International Museum Day, “Open House”
Canadian history. Visit the church where Montgomery’s husband preached to
Saturday, May 16, 12pm - 4pm
his Leaskdale congregation, see the gardens and get a photo with the life-size
Free admission
bronze statue of the author. Tour the beautifully restored manse where they
raised their two sons. Gardens of Uxbridge
A guided tour includes the church, the manse, displays and video. Saturday, June 20, 10am - 5pm
The gift shop offers books, dolls and other items of interest. Tour a number of wonderful
Tours $7; Children 12 and under free. local gardens.
Open weekends in May and September, 12pm-4pm
Daily tours available June, July, August, 10pm-4pm Teas and
Off season tours can be arranged. Entertainment
Bus Tours Welcome July 8, 15, 22, 29 and
August 5, 12
Afternoon luncheon teas, talk
and entertainment.
Our 5-course teas are always an
adventure.
$25 per person.
Maud of Leaskdale, starring Jennifer Carroll

Join us in August for this touching performance.
$25 per person. $20 rate for Seniors and Students.
Lucymaudmontgomery.ca 905-862-0808
The Lucy Maud Montgomery Society of Ontario is a not-for-profit organization that owns and operates
the Leaskdale Manse National Historic Site and Historic Leaskdale Church.
L. M. Montgomery is a trademark of the Heirs of L. M. Montgomery Inc. and is used under the licence of
the LMMSO

Heritage Site: The Thomas Foster Memorial
Fridays at the Foster Concerts
May to September, October 4 and November 15.
Each Friday 7:30 - 8:30pm
Admission is by donation at the door.
May 1 Jane Loewen - Vocals
May 8 Linda Dempster and Laura - Vocals/Instruments
May 15 Andrew Heathcote - Guitar
May 22 Pine Ridge Chorus - Vocals (Harmony)
May 29 Mark Thackway - Guitar
June 5 Erwin Schack - Guitar
June 12 Tapestry Choir - Vocals
June 19 Michel DeQuevedo - Guitar/Vocals
June 26 Derek Christie - Guitar/Vocals
July 3 Larry Coguen - Vocals/Fiddle
July 10 Justin Kerswill - Multi-instrumental
The Foster Memorial is located 4 km north of Uxbridge on Durham 1
July 17 David Donar - Guitar
(Conc. 7) on the east side of the road. 9449 Regional Rd # 1, Uxbridge
July 24 Jamie Thompson - Urban Flute Project
905-640-3966 fostermemorial@gmail.com www.fostermemorial.com
July 31 Gary McLaughlin - Vocals/Guitar
Aug. 7 Doug Mckenzie - Guitar
Rent the Memorial 905-852-6761 Aug. 14 Brian OSullivan - Guitar/Vocals
We would love to host your wedding, concert, funerals, or festivals. Aug. 21 Shimoda Family - Instrumental
Our facility is accessible. Aug. 28 Chris Saunders - Guitar /Vocals
Tours Sept. 4 Now and Then - Vocals
Sept. 11 Marion Drexler - Vocals
The Thomas Foster Memorial was built for $250,000 in 1936 on a hill in the
Sept. 18 Nicole Lisa Craig - Vocals
countryside of Uxbridge Township. The Taj Mahal, which is just outside of Agra,
Sept. 25 Mike Burns - Guitar/Vocals
India, inspired its structure. The roof surfaces are copper tile, and the entrance
doors, windows, tracery and all metal parts are bronze. The beautiful stained
glass windows are the work of the late Yvonne Williams, and are hand-painted, Special Dates 2020
fired and leaded glass. The colour and designs are harmonious, and are Sunday, October 4, 1:30pm
distributed so that the interior is flooded with soft, colourful light. The 22-karat Jazz/Blues Concert - The best Jazz with Blues
gold mosaics also display a multitude of colours, and lend an elegance to this Saturday, November 14, 10:00 am-4:00 pm
magnificent building. The floors are made up of richly coloured terrazzo and Rotary Christmas Tour
marble mosaics, filled with symbolic designs. Upon entering, one crosses the
Sunday, November 15, 1:30pm
"River of Oaths", on which float water lilies and lily pads. The design of the floor
Ladies of the Foster read A Christmas Carol and Carol singing for all with
beneath the great dome suggests
Jane Loewen.
motion (which, in turn, symbolizes
life), and this motion radiates from the
Greek letters for Alpha and Omega. Booking
These, in turn, flank the Chi Rho If you would like to perform at “Friday at the Foster Concerts” please contact
monogram, which is displayed in an Bev Northeast 905-640-3966 or www.fostermemorial.com
early Byzantine form. The laurel wreath
of victory over death encircles the Special Announcement
centre motif. The bottom of the dome “The Diamond of Durham” is listed by Ron Brown as one of the Top 100
is pierced with 12 stained glass, leaded Unusual things to see in Ontario. Visit our web site and slide show at
windows - one in the east contains a www.fostermemorial.com
gold cross on a rich blue background. Contact us 905-640-3966 to:
Circling the lower part of the dome is • Purchase the book Jewel on the Hill • Volunteer at a Friday concert
the inscription "Take this my body for • Purchase a Print by Ted Nasmith • Purchase plaque for family name
it is done and I have gained a new life, • Sign up for a Tour
glorious and eternal."
Heritage Uxbridge
Community Halls and Township Facilities

Non-fixed seating Chairs, tables, dancing Chairs, tables Chairs, tables
Community Halls and Township Facilities Telephone capacity and alcohol and alcohol NO alcohol
Meeting Room: Public Library, 9 Toronto St. S. 905-852-9747 40 N/A N/A 30
Uxpool Hall 905-852-7831 Room A - 176 N/A N/A Rm A - 139
1 Parkside Dr., Uxbridge Room B - 62 Rm B - 50
Goodwood Community Centre, 268 Hwy 47 905-852-6761 149 113 149 149
Zephyr Hall, 310 Zephyr Rd., Zephyr 905-852-6761 149 120 149 149
Sandford Hall, 433 Sandford Rd., Sandford 905-852-6761 372 190 253 293
Seniors’ Centre, 75 Marietta St., Uxbridge 905-852-6761 200 147 196 200
Music Hall 905-852-6761 Main floor -190 85 119 150
16 Main St. S., Uxbridge Balcony - 142 Not Eligible Not Eligible Not Eligible
Arena Community Centre, 291 Brock St. W. 905-852-6761 318 318 318 318
Arena Ice Pad 1 (Ice Out) 905-852-6761 988 963 988 988
Arena Ice Pad 2 (Ice Out) 905-852-6761 1436 1080 1436 1436
Elgin Park, 110 Main St. S 905-852-6761 RB- 218 N/A N/A RB - 168
Red Barn, Block Building BB - 318 BB - 3250
Picnic Shelter PS - N/A PS - N/A
Foster Memorial, 9449 Reg. Rd. 1, Uxbridge 905-852-6761 105-150 N/A N/A N/A
Museum Church, 7239 Conc. 6, Uxbridge 905-852-5854 80-90 N/A N/A N/A
Museum School House
Age-Friendly Activities Guide
Are you over the age of 55 and looking for ways to stay active and social in the community? Do you have a hard time knowing
what is offered? Here are some resources to get you started on your hunt to find the perfect activity or event.
Please contact the organization to confirm that the information on this page remains valid and to collect any further pertinent
information before your visit.
Recurring Municipally-Based Activities

Activities Location and Contact Information
Seniors Swim, Aqua Fitness, Uxpool: 905-852-7831
Aquatic Wellness See page 20 for more details
Adult Skate Uxbridge Arena: 905-852-3081

Wednesdays and Fridays, 11:15am-12:35pm
Indoor Walking Trail Uxbridge Secondary School: 905-852-7831

Mondays and Wednesdays; 6:00-8:00pm (ends April 27)
Seniors CommuniTEA Gatherings Uxbridge Seniors’ Centre

905-852-7831
Upcoming Dates: Feb. 24, March 9, 30 and April 6
Horseshoe Club Uxbridge Historical Society

Bob Kirvan, 905-852-9176
Tuesdays, 6:30pm (beginning May 12)
Technology Training Uxbridge Public Library: 905-852-9747

Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00pm
Information Seminars and Uxbridge Public Library: 905-852-9747

Seniors Activities Please see monthly newsletter for dates,
times, topics, and activities
Shuffleboard, Bridge, Line Dancing, Uxbridge Seniors’ Centre: 905-852-7401

Bid Euchre, Yoga, Painting, Quilting, See page 39 for more details
Drum Circle, Cribbage, and more
Local News Locally Owned

Local Opinions Locally Produced
Local Events Local Advertisers
Located in Uxbridge
In your mailbox & online
38 Toronto St. N., Uxbridge
905.852.1900
Lvann@thecosmos.ca
Thecosmos.ca
Age-Friendly Activities Guide continued
Are you over the age of 55 and looking for ways to stay active and social in the community? Do you have a hard time knowing
what is offered? Here are some resources to get you started on your hunt to find the perfect activity or event.
Please contact the organization to confirm that the information on this page remains valid and to collect any further pertinent
information before your visit.
Recurring Community-Based Activities
Activities Location and Contact Information
PROBUS Club of Uxbridge For retired and semi-retired individuals in Uxbridge
and surrounding area who are interested in enjoying a
social network with others with similar interests and
activities. For more information, visit:
www.uxbridgeprobus.com
Soup Lunch St. Andrews-Chalmers Presbyterian Church

*spring only 905-852-6262
Wednesdays, 12:00pm, all are welcome
Lunch and Learn St. Paul’s Anglican Church: 905-852-7016

First Thursday of every month, 12:00-2:00pm
‘Café 59’ St. Paul’s Anglican Church: 905-852-7016

Mondays, 10am-12pm, all are welcome
Drop in for tea or coffee, meet your neighbours and
learn about your community.
Coffee and Chat Tin Cup Café *In association with St. Paul’s Anglican
Church
1st and 3rd Monday of every month (except holidays),
1:00pm
Youth/Senior Tech Connection Uxbridge Youth Center in partnership with Uxbridge

Secondary School: Dale 905-862-3456
First Monday of every month, 9:50am-10:50am
Tennis Uxbridge Tennis Club: www.uxbridgetennisclub.com

Drop in and Competitive Leagues
Curling Uxbridge Curling Club: 905-852-6862
For information on activities not included in the Pole Walking Uxbridge Pole Walking Club: 905-862-3870
Age-Friendly Activities Guide, please contact the www.uxbridgepolewalking.com
Township of Uxbridge Community Services
Department, 905-852-7831. Activities at Uxbridge Legion Uxbridge Legion: 905-852-5293
The Community Services Department is Euchre, Dart League, Golf League, Pipe Band, and
currently enhancing its schedule of Age Friendly more!
recreation and leisure programs. If you are an
individual or business operator and are Shooting Uxbridge Clays: 905-852-5907
interested in partnering with us to deliver a www.uxbridgeclays.com
recreation or leisure style program, we would
like to hear from you. Art Class - Acrylic Painting Zephyr Community Hall: Please contact June Archibald
Uxpool - 1 Parkside Drive, Uxbridge, ON, L9P 1K7 for information.
905-852-7831/hjarvis@uxbridge.ca 905-473-5713, bobjunearchibald@gmail.com
Uxbridge Senior Citizens’ Club
Roster / Activities for 2020 PRESIDENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LYNDA KNAPP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416-459-0707
1ST VICE PRESIDENT . . . . . . . . . .JOAN GLEASON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-1437
Website www.uxbridgeseniors.com
SECRETARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DIANNE BENNETT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-473-5902
Email uxbridgeseniors@powergate.ca NEW
TREASURER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ERIC NIDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416-476-8850
Phone 905-852-7401 MEMBERS 2ND VICE PRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DORIS KOSCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416-294-7166
Hall Rental (Township of Uxbridge) ALWAYS 3RD VICE PRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CAROLYN HICKEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-3693
Karen Ryl 905-852-6761 WELCOME
On-call system after hours 877-426-4459 HELPERS
MEMBERSHIP CHAIR . . . . . . . . . .DORIS KOSCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416-294-7166
WEB SITE/EMAIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CAROLYN HICKEN . .uxbridgeseniors@powergate.ca
KITCHEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DIANNE BENNETT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-473-5902
ENTERTAINMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . .LYNDA KNAPP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .416-459-0707
CARDS (GET WELL, etc.) . . . . . . . .JOAN GLEASON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-1437
ACTIVITIES
CRIBBAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ROGER SNODDEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-5693
ART CLASS
(Thursday afternoons) . . . . . . . . . .JANE BUTLER . . . . . . . . . . . .jcbutler@powergate.ca
CRAFTS/QUILTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EDNA ARCHIBALD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-7742
EUCHRE (alternate Mondays) . . . . .SUE KELSO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .647-888-3245
BID EUCHRE
(alternate Saturdays 7pm) . . . . . . .SUE KELSO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .647-888-3245
BRIDGE (Wednesdays) . . . . . . . . . .KATE LEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-6348
DONNA KNOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-5165
LINE DANCING (Thurs. mornings) .CAROLYN HICKEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-3693
DJEMBE DRUMMING . . . . . . . . . .CAROLYN HICKEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-3693
SHUFFLE BOARD
(Mon. and Wed. 9am, Oct. - April) .EILEEN SAVAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-8870
NORMA SCOTT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .905-852-3528
TAI CHI (Tai Chi has its own fee) . . .JOYCE GAMMON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-705-324-5949
• Executive Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 11:00am
• General Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at noon
• All activities except TAI CHI contribute $2-$3 per person per event, $1 to USCC
We offer: Adult Day Program • Transportation

Meals on Wheels • Friendly Visiting • Foot Care
Become a Volunteer!
Telephone Reassurance • In-Home Respite
Make a difference Luncheon Out • COPE Mental Health • And Many More!
in your community.
communitycaredurham.on.ca Call 905-852-7445 to learn more.
Health Matters
Ontario Poison Control COPE Mental Health: 905-852-7445, ext. 24
Health and Wellness Telephone information and advice about potential or Adult Day Program: 905-852-7222
real exposures to poisonous substances. Respite/Adult Day Program: 1-888-255-6680
If you need immediate medical assistance, please call Meals on Wheels 905-852-7445, ext. 22
1-800-268-9017
911 or go to the Emergency Department at the
www.ontariopoisoncentre.ca
Uxbridge Cottage Hospital. ReachView Village Long-Term Care Facility
130 Reach Street, Uxbridge
Telehealth Ontario
Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Call to get free health advice or general health
905-852-5191 www.reveraliving.com/reachview
www.msh.on.ca
information from a registered nurse. Butternut Manor
4 Campbell Dr, Uxbridge ON L9P 1R5
1-866-797-0000 3 Norm Goodspeed Drive, Uxbridge
Uxbridge Site: 905-852-9771
TTY: 1-866-797-0007 905-852-6777 or 1-888-852-6778
Markham Site: 905-472-7000
www.health.gov.on.ca/en/public/programs/telehealth www.butternutmanor.com
or TTY 905-472-7585
Emergency Room Wait Times:
Douglas Crossing Retirement Community
www.msh.on.ca/wait-times-uxbridge
Community Health 6 Douglas Rd., Uxbridge 289-640-1922
Uxbridge Family Health Clinic Resources www.espritlifestyle.com/douglas-crossing-retirement-
home/
2 Elgin Park Drive, Unit B
Uxbridge, Ontario, L9P 0B1 Mental Health
Phone: 905-852-1009
Fax: 905-852-3531
Canadian Mental Health Association - Social Services
www.uxbridgehealth.ca Durham
Canadian Centre for Abuse Awareness
Walk-in Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 5:00pm-8:00pm 905-436-8760 www.durham.cmha.ca
905-967-0687 or 1-800-379-8858
Fri.-Sat. 9:00am-1:00pm Distress Centre Durham www.abusehurts.ca
Pediatric Clinic: Mon. and Wed. 8:30am-12:00pm 905-430-2522 or 1-800-452-0688
Regular Clinic: Mon.-Thurs. 9:00am-5:00pm www.distresscentredurham.com Community Care Access Centre (CCAC)
Friday 9:00am-1:00pm Central East Head Office (Whitby)
Durham Mental Health Services Toll Free: 1-800-263-3877
Toronto Street Medical Centre Crisis Line: 905-666-0483 healthcareathome.ca/centraleast/en
29 Toronto Street South, Suite 202, Uxbridge, Ontario www.dmhs.ca
www.torontostreetmedical.com 1-800-742-1890 or 905-666-0831 Durham Children’s Aid Society
905-852-3339 905-433-1551 or 1-800-461-8140
ONTX Ontario Text Crisis Service www.durhamcas.ca
College of Physicians and Surgeons of Text 258258 www.dcontario.org
Ontario Durham Elder Abuse Network
Find a doctor at 1-800-268-7096 or 416-967-2603 Seniors and Long-Term Care Seniors 24/7 Safety Line 1-866-299-1101
www.cpso.on.ca Seniors Scam Alert Line 1-888-495-8501
Community Care Durham - Uxbridge www.elderabuseontario.com
75 Marietta Street, Unit # 1 at Uxbridge Seniors’ Centre
www.communitycaredurham.on.ca
Durham Rape Crisis Centre
Home Support: 905-852-7445
905-668-9200
www.durhamrapecrisiscentre.com
Pharmasave Uxbridge
Regional Municipality of Durham
Sameer (Sam) Remtulla, Pharmacist/Owner
Social Services Department
29 Toronto Street South l 905-862-2800 Main (Whitby): 905-666-6240 or 1-866-840-6697
Manage Rx's at pharmasaveuxbridge.com Uxbridge: 905-852-7690, ext. 244
or download our app! www.durham.ca/en/regional-government/social-
services.aspx
Your Community Pharmacy & Home Health Care Centre Sunrise Pregnancy and Family Support
Easy file transfers from any pharmacy All drug plans accepted Services
$2 co-pay waived on eligible ODB Rx’s Flu & travel vaccinations 905-852-4192
Blister packaging & free local delivery Wheelchair & walker rentals www.sunriseuxbridge.com
Compression & Ostomy products Ideal Protein Diet program

Health Matters
Durham Children's Aid Society The Heart and Stroke Foundation - Durham
Healthy Living 905-433-1551 or 1-800-461-8140 Region
www.durhamcas.ca 905-666-3777 or 1-888-473-4636
Canadian Tire Jumpstart www.heartandstroke.ca
1-877-616-6600
Durham Farm and Rural Family Resources
Uxbridge Chapter 905-852-7831 Victorian Order of Nurses - Durham Region
905-862-3131 www.durhamfamilyresources.org
www.jumpstart.canadiantire.ca 905-571-3151
Offers free programming for children birth to 6, at five
Ontario Early Years Learning Centres in Beaverton, www.von.ca
Support Services, Cannington, Sunderland and Uxbridge. Seasonal On-
Resources and Farm Childcare is offered to Durham farm families.

General
Organizations VON Durham Hospice
1-877-668-9414 Provides support, comfort and hope
Government of Ontario - Ministry of Health
to individuals, their families, friends and caregivers and Long-Term Care
AIDS Hotline 1-800-668-AIDS (2437) Healthcare Connect: 1-800-445-1822
who are experiencing illness, death or grief by offering
volunteer-based hospice palliative care; bereavement health.gov.on.ca/en/ms/healthcareconnect/public
Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.)
905-728-1020 services and educational opportunities.
Government of Ontario - Ontario Health
www.aaoshawa.org www.durhamhospice.org
Insurance Program (OHIP)
Epilepsy Durham Region Health Card Services - Service Ontario
Alzheimer Society Durham 1-866-532-3161
905-430-3090
905-576-2567 or 1-888-301-1106 www.health.gov.on.ca/en/public/programs/ohip
www.epilepsydurham.com
www.alzheimer.ca/en/durham
Durham Region Health Department
Kids Help Phone
Arthritis Society A free, national, bilingual, confidential and Durham Health Connection
1-800-321-1433 anonymous, 24-hour telephone and online counselling 905-666-6241 or 1-800-841-2729
www.arthritis.ca service for kids and teens. North Office (Port Perry): 905-985-4889
1-800-668-6868 or TEXT 686868 www.durham.ca/health
Asthma Society of Canada
1-866-787-4050 or 416-787-4050 North House Durham Emergency Management Office
www.asthma.ca/napa www.northhouse.ca 905-430-2792 or 1-800-372-1102
289-640-1929 or 1-877-406-8723
Autism Ontario - Durham Region North House helps individuals and families who are Service Ontario
1-866-495-4680 or 905-432-5092 facing housing challenges in the Townships of 2 Campbell Drive, Unit 100 289-640-1997
www.autismontario.com/chapters/durham-region Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge. www.durham.ca/demo
Bereaved Families of Ontario Organ and Tissue Donor Registration

1-800-969-6904 1-800-263-2833 or 416-363-4001
www.bfodurham.net www.beadonor.ca
Blood Donor Clinics Parkinson Society - Central and

1-888-2-DONATE or 1-888-236-6283
Northern Ontario (Durham Region
www.blood.ca
Chapter)
Canadian Cancer Society - Durham Region 1-866-264-3345 or 1-800-565-3000 ext. 3301
905-430-5770 or 1-800-668-7830 www.parkinson.ca
www.cancer.ca
UxParkinsons (Uxbridge Parkinson’s
Canadian Centre for Abuse Awareness Support Group)
905-967-0687 or 1-800-379-8858 Maureen Gilleece - President 416-895-2255
www.abusehurts.com www.uxparkinsons.com
Diabetes Education Programs (Uxbridge)
Offers support and workshops on living with chronic Resources for Exceptional Children
conditions and gentle fitness programming. and Youth - Durham Region
905-852-9771, ext. 5260 905-427-8862 or 1-800-968-0066, ext. 326
www.msh.on.ca/adultdiabetes www.rfecydurham.com

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Municipal Operations
Development Services Where do I apply for a permit or get more information?
For a permit application or more information concerning building permit requirements,
visit the Township of Uxbridge Website www.uxbridge.ca under ‘Departments’,
Questions and Information about Building Permits “Development Services - Building Services’.
What is a Building Permit? To book a Building Inspection, call:

A building permit is formal approval to construct, alter, demolish, or change the use of 905-852-9181, ext. 403.
a building.
Why do I need to obtain a Building Permit?

Building permits allow the Township to protect the interests of both individuals and the
Clerk’s Department
community as a whole. By reviewing and approving building permit applications before
any work is done, the municipality can ensure that buildings comply with: The Clerk’s Department administers all legislative requirements of the Ontario Municipal
• the Building Code, which sets standards for the design and construction of buildings Act, and other statutes that impact municipalities. The Department provides internal
to meet objectives such as health, safety, fire protection, accessibility and resource support services, including Secretariat support to Council and Committees of Council
conservation including meeting management, citizen appointments, statutory notices and legislation
• the local zoning bylaw and other planning controls on buildings coordination. The Clerk’s department manages municipal records and administers the
• other applicable legislation, including conservation authority approvals and certain Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act to ensure that all applicable records
requirements under the Environmental Protection Act are available for public viewing. The Clerk’s Department is responsible for the
administration and delivery of the municipal and school board elections.
When do I need a Building Permit?
Typical projects that require a Building Permit are: The department maintains vital statistics such as death and marriage registries, as well
as commissioning services for affidavits. The Clerk can also perform Civil Marriages. The
• Construction of any new building over 10 m2 (108 square feet) in area, including a
department offers public support services such as marriage licenses, taxi licenses, and
new home, detached garage, playhouse or shed
lottery licenses.
• Addition of a carport, garage, porch or room(s) to an existing home
• Construction or finishing basement or attic rooms
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• Any structural work including alterations to interior partitions, installation of new
skylights, windows or doors requiring enlargement of the existing opening
• Decks
• Raising a house to provide a full basement
• Excavating a crawl space to provide a full basement
• Fireplaces and other heating appliances including the replacement of furnaces and
ductwork
• Basement walkouts
• Plumbing and/or drains
• Permanent ground or fascia signage
• Adding an accessory apartment to a single family dwelling under the Ontario Building
Code
• Upgrading an accessory apartment under the Ontario Fire Code
• Demolishing a building
• Building a sunroom on your house
• Construction of Farm Buildings/Riding Arenas Windows and Doors
• A solar collector that is mounted on a building and has a face area greater than 5 m2
• Screenrooms • Enclosures
• A structure that supports a wind turbine generator having a rated output of more
than 3 KW • Replacement Glass • Retractable
• Retractable Screens
What other permits might I need to obtain? Awnings • Solar Shades
• Site Alteration/Fill Permit
• Pool Enclosure Permit
• Sign Permit
• Demolition Permit
905-852-9440
HELP US CELEBRATE!
HOLD THE DATE FOR...
A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
Uxbridge: 905-852-3510 • McCaskill's Mills - 705-432-8800
Spaces available for toddlers at Uxbridge location
• 18 months to 6 years
• Supervised nursery school programs available
• Open year-round, 6:30am - 6:00pm
• Part-time and full-time programs Registrations
accepted
year-round!
• Programs available at Goodwood, Valley View,
Uxbridge, Scott Central, Greenbank and McCaskill’s
Mills public schools
SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2020. • Program being offered in Uxbridge Community Hall
for Quaker Village children. 905-862-2153
12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.
• Part-time and full-time programs available
• Open year-round, 6:30 - 9:00am and 2:00 - 6:00pm.
Trinity United Church School holidays 6:30am - 6:00pm
20 First Ave., Uxbridge
905-852-6213 Before and After School Programs
offered at the following locations:
Presented by the United
Goodwood P.S. 647-528-0044 • Scott Central P.S. 905-852-5380
Church Women
Uxbridge P.S. 905-852-6537 • Valley View P.S. 416-458-2114
trinityuxbridge@powergate.ca Greenbank P.S. 905-960-0597
24th Annual Tour

2020
Featuring Artisans in Selected Gardens

www.gardensofuxbridge.org
Saturday, June 20
Treasury Department Pay by Mail:
To facilitate payment and avoid penalties for late payment, the Township will accept
The property taxes you pay each year to the Township of Uxbridge support the many
cheques post-dated to the installment dates. Cheques must be received in our office
services provided by the Township and also contribute to the delivery of Regional and
before the due date in order to avoid penalty charges. Cheques should be made payable
Educational Services. As a result, the Township collects taxes not only for its services,
to the Township of Uxbridge and should be mailed to:
but also on behalf of the Region of Durham and the local school boards.
Tax Billings and Installment Due Dates 51 Toronto Street South
The Township issues two tax bills per year. The interim bill is mailed in January each P.O Box 190
year with installments due in February and April. The interim bill is based on Uxbridge, ON
approximately 50% of the previous year’s tax bill and is shown as a reduction on the L9P 1T1
final tax bill. The final tax bill is mailed in May with the installments due in June and
September. In order to satisfy the taxes for your property for the entire year the full Pay in Person:
amounts of both the interim bill and the final bill must be paid. The Township of Taxes may be paid at our office during regular business hours (8:30am to 4:30pm,
Uxbridge offers two PAP plans: Pre-Authorized Monthly Payment Plan – 11 payments Monday to Friday), located at 51 Toronto St. S., Uxbridge, Ontario. We accept cash, Interac,
are withdrawn on the first business day of the months January through to November cheque, or money order. We do not accept credit cards or e-transfers for payments of
(no withdrawal in December); OR a Pre-Authorized Installment Payment Plan – 4 property taxes.
payments are withdrawn on the prescribed due dates noted on each tax bill. PAP
application forms are available at the Municipal Office and website Utilize our Deposit Box:
www.uxbridge.ca/treasury An after-hours drop-box is provided for your convenience, located in the front parking
lot at the Municipal Office at 51 Toronto St. S. Cheques can be dropped in this box. Please
Payment Options do not drop off any cash payments. This box may also be used for Durham Region Water
Pay Electronically: payments.
Most financial institutions offer telephone or internet banking which facilitate easy and
reliable bill payments, including your property taxes. Check with your financial
institution for more details. You will require your property assessment roll number noted
on your tax bill to set up the service the first time you use it. Continued on next page
Never forget your

garbage day again!
The “Durham Region Waste” App has everything you need to
know to make curbside waste collection easy.
It is available on both Apple and Android - download it today!
• Personalized collection schedule

• Report missed collections
• Set weekly pick-up reminders and service alerts
• View detailed sorting information with Know Before You Throw
• Book special collection appointments
• Get noti ed of special collection events
• And much more!
• Best of all, there’s no tiresome in-app advertising with this
Durham Region app.
durham.ca/waste
If you require this information in an accessible format,
please contact 1-800-667-5671.

Integrated Waste Collection System Public Works and Operations

Yard waste calendars are available at the Township Offices. For more information contact: Streetlight Maintenance:
Durham Region Works Department 1-800-667-5671 or www.durham.ca/waste To report a malfunctioning streetlight, please contact Jo Ann Merrick at 905-852-9181
ext. 202 or email jmerrick@uxbridge.ca
Blue Box Recycling:
Blue box recycling is collected weekly. Extra Blue Boxes may be purchased at the
Township Office.
Materials accepted in your Blue Box include:
• Papers: newspapers, junk mail and envelopes, catalogues, magazines, paperback
Leash Up!
books, office paper and computer paper Exploring the outdoors with
• Containers: All plastic bottles with a twist off top, plastic tubs and lids, metal food
your pet is fun and healthy.
and beverage containers, glass bottles, jars, paper milk and juice cartons, empty
aerosol and empty paint cans with lids removed
However, the best way to
• Cardboard and boxboard: Bundle and flatten your cardboard boxes (including pizza protect your pet and others
boxes) and boxboard (cereal, Kleenex, cracker boxes, etc.) separately in bundles no is to keep your family pets on
larger than the size of the Blue Box a leash.
Kitchen Food Waste Composting: Here’s why:

• Green bin collection occurs weekly • Not everyone is
• Place kitchen food waste inside kitchen container comfortable around dogs.
• Use compostable bags or paper bags as liners for the kitchen container. Never use An encounter with an off-
regular plastic bags, such as grocery bags, to line your indoor container. Once full, leash dog (even with a
remove compostable bag liner, tie closed, and place it into the Curbside Green Bin
friendly dog) can heighten
• Inside kitchen containers and curbside green bins can be purchased at the Township
Office
anxiety and fears
• If you can, place organics directly into containers without a liner bag • Not all dogs socialize well
• Be sure to latch and lock the Curbside Green Bin with the metal bar with other dogs. Leashing prevents conflict and negative encounters
• Place the Curbside Green Bin at the curb for collection weekly on your garbage day between animals and their handlers
• Off-leash pets are more likely to go missing, become lost, or run away
Yard Waste Composting: • Free roaming pets are at risk of being hit by a car or suffering other injuries
• Yard waste is collected seasonally - see the Waste Collection Calendar for dates • Leashing up prevents negative encounters with wildlife. 92% of conflict
• Use Kraft paper bags or rigid open-top containers. (No plastic bags) situations between wildlife and domestic dogs occur when dogs are off-
• Christmas trees are collected in January- check schedule for collection dates leash
• Please ensure that Christmas trees do not become frozen or stuck in snow banks. • Free roaming pets can encounter sick animals which puts them at greater
Trees buried in snow banks will not be collected
risk of contracting related illnesses
Garbage Disposal: • Conflicts between off-leash pets can result in injury to pets and/or their
• Garbage is collected bi-weekly. There is a four bag limit per household handlers
• Residents placing more than four bags curbside must use garbage tags • Even friendly off-leash dogs can accidently knock people over or otherwise
• Garbage bag tags may be purchased at the Township office and Library cause injury to people or other pets
• All waste materials must be set out at the curb before 7:00am on the collection day • Our community is surrounded by beautiful woodlands, trails, parks, and
green spaces which are the natural habitat for a vast range of wildlife. Free
Bulky Items and White Goods: roaming pets often harass wildlife which is disturbing to their natural
• Metal or bulky goods are collected by appointment only. To arrange for collection, habitat
call 1-800-667-5671 • Owners can prevent a pet on a leash from ingesting hazardous materials
such as garbage, toxic products, dead animals or excrement
Waste Management:
• Dogs are not permitted to be off-leash on public property in the Township
Local waste management facilities are located at:
1623 Reach Rd., Port Perry 905-985-7973 of Uxbridge. The maximum fine for not having a dog on a leash is $5,000
Sideroad 17, Brock Township 705-437-2933
• Open Tuesday to Saturday from 8:00am - 4:00pm. Closed Sun., Mon. and holidays The Off-leash Dog Park in Uxbridge is a fenced, safe environment where
• Fees may apply leash-free dogs can enjoy the company of dog s while running free. Consider
using the Off-leash Dog Park to meet the exercise and socialization needs of
your dog.

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The Early ON Child and Family Centre is a place

for children birth to 6 years of age and their
parents/caregiver/families to play and learn
together. You can drop in to participate in
•Garden Renovation • Planting and Redesign play-based learning activities, meet and
•Regular or as-needed connect with other parents and caregivers,
Garden Care by former and learn about other Early Years Services.
Master Gardener and All programs free of charge.
Qualified Plantsman www.durhamfamilyresources.org or
416-709-0385 calendar.durham.ca/EarlyON
gardenartskf@gmail.com for monthly calendars and locations.
We Can Help With...

• headaches • shoulder pain
• neck pain • poor posture
• back pain • pre-natal care
• sciatica • sports injuries
• Chiropractic
• disc injuries • MVA and WSIB
• Acupuncture
music festival
• Custom Orthotics • pinched injuries
• Massage Therapy nerves
may 8 & 9, 2020

downtown uxbridge
2 days 70+ACTS
MULTIPLE VENUES
outdoor main stage
Youth & workshop stages Dr. Dennis Milenov Dr. John Clark
free youth songwriting workshop
Dr. Ellen Chin Vanessa Beach, RMT
info@axischiropractic.ca
SPRINGTIDE.TICKIT.CA
304 Toronto Street South, Uxbridge 905-852-9700
springtidemusicfestival.com axischiropractic.ca
Community Groups and Organizations
Baseball Durham Rowing Club - 905-259-7699 Uxbridge Service Clubs
www.durhamrowing.com
Goodwood Minor Softball 100 Men Who Care
Paul Renfrey - 416-580-8882 or Figure Skating Club (Uxbridge) 416-460-1372 quakerdental@powergate.ca
Chris Cann - 416-434-4185 www.uxbridgeskatingclub.com www.100menuxbridge.com
info@uxbridgeskatingclub.com
Men's Baseball League 100 Women Who Care
Graham Smith - smith33graham@gmail.com Horseman's Association info@100womenuxbridge.com
info@uxbridgehorsemen.com www.100WomenUxbridge.com
Uxbridge Youth Baseball League www.uyba.ca www.uxbridgehorsemen.com
Army Cadet Corp #76 (Uxbridge)
Hockey Enforcers Lacrosse (Uxbridge) www.uxbridgecadets76.ca/
www.uxbridgelacrosse.com
North Durham Minor Hockey uxbridgeregistrar@gmail.com Beta Sigma Phi
www.northdurhamhockey.ca Marion Barnett - 905-852-7448
Lawn Bowling (Uxbridge) www.betasigmaphi.org
S.O.F.A (Adult Hockey 50-60 yrs) www.olba.ca
Rob Croxall - rjcroxall@yahoo.ca Uxbridge.ulbc@live.ca Big Brothers/Big Sisters of North Durham
Director of Mentoring
S.O.F.A (Adult Hockey 60+ yrs) Mixed Volleyball (Uxbridge) 905-985-3733 www.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
Gerry Roberts - ge.roberts123@gmail.com Wayne Louie - 905-852-1328
Bonner Boys
Uxbridge Adult Recreation Hockey Pickleball Club Jason Hicken - 416-543-3428
www.uxbridge.com/uah Rod Voss - 905-649-0248 www.bonnerboys.org
rjvoss8@gmail.com pickleballontario.org
Uxbridge Blackhawk Oldtimers Durham West 4-H
Keith McGuckin - 905-852-9540 Senior Citizens’ Club (Uxbridge) 705-341-6250
Lynda Knapp - 416-459-0707 www.4-hontario.ca inquiries@4-hontario.ca
Uxbridge Bruins Jr. Hockey www.uxbridgeseniors.com
Mark Savery - savessports@gmail.com Durham Farm and Rural Family Resources
North Durham United Football Club 905-862-3131
Uxbridge Islanders Oldtimers Recreational Leagues - admin@uxbridgesoccerclub.com durhamfamilyresources.org/
Don Mason - 905-852-3421 Competitive Youth Teams - info@durhamfamilyresources.org
info@northdurhamunited.com
Uxbridge Oillies Uxbridge Men’s Soccer League Fall Fair (Uxbridge)
Brad Orr - brad.orr@cibc.com www.uxbridgemenssoccer.com Dave Dickie - 905-852-5040
Uxbridge Women's Soccer League (over 21) www.uxbridgefair.ca - dddickie@sympatico.ca
Other Recreation Activities Jessica Clark - 905-706-5314
Jessica.clark17@gmail.com Girl Guides 1-888-565-8111
Air Force Mavericks All-Star Cheerleading Club www.girlguides.ca
Sue Bennett - 905-852-2433 Soccer League (Women over 30)
info@airforcemavericks.ca Cecile - 647-382-2403 cecileh19@gmail.com Girls Incorporated of Durham (formerly Big Sisters)
www.airforcemavericks.ca www.girlsinc-durham.org
Squash Club (Uxbridge)
Bowling Association www.uxsquash.ca chair@uxsquash.ca Goodwood Christian Women
Shirley Vance - 416-970-5415 Jane Nemi - 905-640-6906
Swim Club (Uxbridge)
Brock Rugby Club 1-844-852-4299 www.uxbridgeswimclub.com Gorgons
Mark Pinguet - 905-852-7163 Chris Smith - 416-807-3333
www.brockrugby.com Tai Chi www.gorgons.ca
Lyn Taylor - 905-642-4857 www.taoist.org thegorgonsuxbridge@gmail.com
Curling Club (Uxbridge) Tennis Club (Uxbridge)
905-852-6862 Cathy Jackson - 647-328-6736 Information Durham www.informdurham.com
www.uxbridgecurlingclub.com cathy65jackson@gmail.com
www.uxbridgetennisclub.com IODE Eileen Winnington Ball
Cycling Group (Uxbridge) 905-852-6890 www.iode.ca
www.uxbridgecycling.com Uxbridge Clays (formerly Shooting Sports)
info@uxbridgecycling.com 905-852-5907 www.uxbridgeclays.com Jennifer Ashleigh Children’s Charity
jenash.org
Durham Mountain Biking Association Trails information and maps
www.durhammountainbiking.ca www.discoveruxbridge.ca Kins Club (Uxbridge)
info@durhammountainbiking.ca Bill Campbell - 905-852-9191
Youth Centre (Uxbridge) www.kincanada.ca
Durham Saddle Club 75 Marietta Street 905-862-3456
www.durhamsaddleclub.com www.uxbridgeyouthcentre.com
Durham Rebels Volleyball Club Yoga Studios in Uxbridge
info@drvcvolleyball.ca www.yogadirectorycanada.com/studios

Community Groups and Organizations
Lions (Goodwood) Scouts Canada - 1st Uxbridge One Voice Uxbridge Singers
Bruce - 905-642-1953 George Lahueux - 905-852-9205 Choir Charles White - 905-213-1609
Lions (Udora/ Leaskdale) www.1stuxbridge.ca www.onevoicesingers.org
Ian Hughes - Ianhughes@live.a
www.udoraleaskdalelionsclub.ca United Way of Durham Region Pineridge Chorus/Sweet Adelines
Lions (Uxbridge) 905-436-7377 www.unitedwaydr.com pineridgechorusuxbridge@gmail.com
Jean Doucet - 647-456-4942 www.pineridgechorusuxbridge.ca
lions@uxbridge.com www.uxbridgelions.com Uxbridge Hospital Auxiliary
905-852-9771 Ext. 5237 Uxbridge Legion Pipes and Drums
Loaves and Fishes Food Bank www.uxbridgecottagehospitalauxiliary.org Lew Gregor - 647-223-9290
905-852-6262 uxbridgeloavesandfishes@hotmail.com uchauxiliary@msh.on.ca info@UxbridgePipeBand.com
www.uxbridgefoodbank.com www.uxbridgepipeband.com
Uxbridge Legion Branch #170
Maamawi Collective Hall Rentals - 905-852-5293
Barbara Blower - 905-649-0407 Legion170@powergate.ca www.uxbridgelegion.ca Theatre
barbara@maamawicollective.ca
www.maamawicollective.ca Welcome Wagon OnStage Uxbridge
www.welcomewagon.ca/community info@onstageuxbridge.com
Masonic Lodge (Uxbridge) www.onstageuxbridge.com
905-852-1920 Youth of Trinity United
secretary@yorkdistrict.ca 905-852-6213 Ryleepuss Productions
www.yorkdistrict.ca 416-702-6604 www.ryleepussproductions.com
zeredatha.htm Arts
Uxperience
North Durham Community Bible Study Artists of Uxbridge Cheryl Hinzel - 905-852-7811
Carol McTaggart - 905-442-7002 Ann Goldring - 905-852-8831 www.uxperience.ca
www.communitybiblestudy.ca www.artistsofuxbridge.ca
north.durham@communitybiblestudy.ca Uxbridge Youth Theatre
Arts Association (Uxbridge) uxbridgeyouththeatre@gmail.com
North Durham Nature Club Stuart Blower - 905-852-2729 www.uxbridgeyouththeatre.com
Derek Connelly - 905-852-5432 ndnature7@gmail.com stuart@sbvisualmedia.ca
www.northdurhamnature.com Culture
Celebration of the Arts
Optimist Club of Uxbridge Mike Bridgeman - 905-852-1836 Historical Society (Uxbridge-Scott)
905-852-9344 www.celebrationofthearts.ca www.ushs.ca
president@uxbridgeoptimist.com info@celebrationofthearts.ca board@ushs.ca
www.uxbridgeoptimist.com
Studio Tour (Artists) Horticultural Society
Precious Minds 416-846-2381 www.uxbridgestudiotour.com 905-985-6516
www.preciousminds.com uxbridgehorticulturalsociety@gmail.com
Music www.uxbridgehorticulturalsociety.com
Rotary Club (Uxbridge)
905-852-5600 www.uxbridgerotary.com Chamber Choir (Uxbridge) Uxbridge PROBUS Club
uxbridgechamberchoir@gmail.com uxbridgeprobus@gmail.com
Salvation Army (Uxbridge) www.uxbridgechamberchoir.ca www.uxbridgeprobus.com
905-852-0090 www.salvationarmy.ca
Monday Morning Singers Scottish Festival (formerly Highland Games)
Saint Vincent de Paul Volunteer Group of Sacred Heart Anne Mizen, Director anne.mizen@gmail.com www.uxbridgescottishfestival.com
Church 905-904-0928 www.mondaymorningsingers.com
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MapleFest - March
Easter Egg-Stravaganza - Easter weekend Monday to with Dan Pollard
Asparagus Festival - May Friday
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The 12 at 12 12-1pm
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Santa Experience - December
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Animal Control and Pet Adoption Centre
Animal Services Animal Shelter
Residents of Uxbridge Township are allowed to own 2 dogs maximum per household The Animal Shelter cares for lost or injured stray cats and dogs until they can be
unless you have 10 or more acres, then 3 dogs maximum are allowed. All dogs must be reunited with their owners or placed for adoption.
licensed annually. Cat owners may purchase an optional cat license. The Township of Our shelter is located at 1360 Reach Street, Scugog Township.
Uxbridge has partnered with Docupet for Pet Licensing. Visit uxbridge.docupet.com Contact us at 905-985-9547 or 1-800-871-4374.
today and register your dogs and cats. Alternatively this can be done in person at the
Township of Uxbridge Offices. Hours of operation:
• Monday to Friday: 10:00am-5:00pm
Be a responsible pet owner: • Saturdays: 10:00am-12:00pm
• Spay and neuter your pets • Always walk your dog on a leash 10:00am-2:00pm (June, July, August)
• Pick up after your dog • Be sure to affix a license tag to your pet’s collar Consider adopting your next pet from our Shelter. Check out our available pets on
• Don’t let your dog bark excessively • Cats should be kept indoors Facebook Uxbridge-Scugog Animal Shelter or www.uxbridgescugogpetfinder.com.
• Report lost, found or injured animals promptly to the Animal Services
905-985-9547 and on the Docupet Homesafe program
Animal Control Officers enforce the

Township of Uxbridge Animal
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Accomodations Farms/Markets Real Estate
Uxbridge Manor Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Forsythe Family Farms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Stacy Kearley . . . . . . . . . . . inside front cover
Willowtree Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 The Kahkonen Group . . . . . inside front cover
Auto Care/Repair
Rusnell Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Financial Services Restaurants
Brian J. Evans Financial Services . . . . . . . 28 Halibut House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Church Activities Passionate Cook Bistro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Fitness/Sports
Uxbridge Baptist Church VBS. . . . camp insert Curves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Retirement/Seniors’ Services
Trinity United Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Larry Olson SCUBA Diving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Westshore Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
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NRG4 Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Community Care Durham . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Cleaning Services/Homecare Air Force Mavericks. . . . . . . . . 6, camp insert Butternut Manor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Community Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Uxbridge Soccer Club . . . . . . . . . camp insert
Molly Maid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . camp insert Boyd’s Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . camp insert Service Groups/Organizations
Uxbridge Pole Walking Club . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Uxbridge Legion Branch 170 . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Contractors Ski Lakeridge . . . . . . . . . . . inside back cover
Allen’s Siding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Stores
Dancebridge Dance Studio . inside back cover Ross Colby Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Oak Ridges Tree Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Little Kickers Scoccer . . . . . inside back cover
Sunderland Landscape Supplies . . . . . . . . 10 Low’s Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Estate Lawn Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Foot Health Sunderland Landscap Supplies . . . . . . . . . 10
Alec Leask Excavating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Westfalen Orthotics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Sudz Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
White Elm Contractors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 The Passionate Cook’s Essentials . . . . . . . 28
Garden Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Funeral Homes/Services Boyd’s Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . camp insert
Low and Low Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Blue Heron Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Dental Services
Government Offices Theatre/Entertainment
Perla Dental inside . . . . . . . inside front cover
Jennifer O’Connell, MP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Uxbridge Youth Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Peter Bethlenfalvy, MPP . . . inside back cover OnStage Uxbridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Education/Childcare
Herongate Barn Theatre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Stonemoor Daycare Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Health and Wellness
Durham Farm&Rural Family Resources . . . 47 Uxbridge Manor Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Travel
Uxbridge Montessori . . . . . . . . . . . back cover Pharmasave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Andrea Arkell Travel . . . . . . inside back cover
Axis Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Equine Towing
Hilltop Equestrian . . . . . . . . . . . . camp insert Lawyers/Legal Services Andy’s Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Bailey and Sedore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Events Waste Collection
Run for the Diamond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Pets/Pet Care Region of Durham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Gardens of Uxbridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Dog Happy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Thistledown Pet Memorial. . inside back cover Youth Organizations
Tour of Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Uxbridge Youth Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Springtide Music Festival. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Photography/Photographers 1st Uxbridge Scouts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Art in the Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Spring Reilly Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Affordable Recreation
Did You Register Your Child for Swimming Lessons or a Sports Program? If the answer was NO, Why?
If you say that it was because you couldn’t pay for it, then Uxbridge Recreation has some help for you!
Idea 1 minister/priest, sports club board member or a person who is a leader in the
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Jumpstart Recreation Programs You can apply online at:
Please see page 8 for our subsidized Recreation
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Programs. They are only $35 for 8 weeks!
To get more information, call the Uxpool at 905-852-7831.
Great Programs with Great Instructors!
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Canadian Tire Jumpstart Programs for Children Durham Region Social Services Certificate
For children ages 4 to 18. This is a great way to get help with the cost of If you are on social assistance, then make sure you ask your case worker for
sports programs. Pick up forms at the Uxpool and when you have filled them your recreation program card. This lets you take a swim program or
out, bring them back to Uxpool. You will need to have a letter from someone recreation program during each session. Bring it to the pool to register for
who knows your financial situation like a support worker, principal/teacher, your program. Not sure if you qualify? Contact Social Services Durham at
their Uxbridge Office at 905-852-4566 or 1-800-361-3268.
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Uxbridge Fire Department
Important notice from the Uxbridge Fire Department
Fire Department Access Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Could a fire truck drive down your laneway in an emergency? Trimming trees It is law in Ontario that homes with fuel burning appliances or attached garages
back will allow emergency vehicles in with no delay. Decorative arbors and must have working Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarms installed outside the sleeping
archways can also pose a problem for vehicles. Remember to keep your address areas of the home. This means that if you have bedrooms on different levels of
number visible from the street. Street parking is an ongoing issue in Uxbridge. the home, you must have CO alarms placed on each level to accommodate every
From an emergency response standpoint, illegal parking can prohibit fire trucks bedroom or sleeping area. Protect your family from carbon monoxide by
from ideal staging areas and access to emergency incidents. installing and replacing your CO detectors every 7 years or as recommended by
the manufacturer. When installing hard-wired CO detectors, homeowners
Emergency Readiness should look for models with battery backup protection which provides
In an emergency, your family may not be together, or you may uninterrupted protection during power outages.
be asked to evacuate your home. Be prepared for an
emergency by making a family fire escape plan. In Open Air Burning
case you are asked to evacuate your home, or As the spring weather arrives, residents are
even your area, select two safe locations you encouraged to be very cautious when burning yard
could go to. One should be nearby, such as a debris. The dried grass and spring breezes can
local library or community center. The other result in a controlled fire becoming a large out of
one should be farther away, outside your control fire in mere seconds. You may cause a
neighborhood, in case the emergency affects severe threat to life and/or property and may be
a large area. You should also plan how you responsible for all fees to extinguish the fire.
would travel to a safe location if evacuation
was advised. Have an emergency survival kit The Township requires all persons who wish to
ready to take with you. Your emergency have an open air fire to obtain a permit, comply with
survival kit should have everything you and your the Burning By-law No. 2007-209, and follow the
family would need to be safe and take care of requirements listed on the back of the permit. Permits
yourselves for at least three days immediately can be acquired at the Fire Department, Township Office,
following an emergency. For details on how to create an and Public Library during business hours. Oversized Permits can
emergency plan and kit, please visit the following website or call the only be purchased at the Fire Department. By-Laws for the permits can be
Uxbridge Fire Department. found on the Township website. http://www.town.uxbridge.on.ca/fire
https://www.emergencymanagementontario.ca/english/beprepared
/Step1MakeAPlan/Step1_make_a_plan.html
If you need help choosing the right alarms for
Smoke Alarms your home or have questions about open air
Make sure that you have a working smoke alarm on every level of your home
including the basement. Newer homes require smoke alarms in every bedroom. burning, please contact the Uxbridge Fire
For older homes, consider adding protection in bedrooms, especially if your Department (905) 852-3393.
family members are hard of hearing or sound sleepers.
Alarms must be replaced every 10 years. If your current smoke alarms need
replacing, do some research and pick a model that suits your needs.
Smoke alarm technology has come a long way. Newer models offer smaller
sleeker designs and added functionality. Some of these features include 10 year
tamper proof alarms for landlords, remote control hush buttons, wireless
interconnected and smart technology alarms that can distinguish the difference
between burnt toast and a fast flaming fire. Some newer models can send you
a text message if your alarm has activated. Hard-wired smoke alarms must be
replaced with hard-wired units. Please contact the Fire Department if you have
any questions or concerns when replacing alarms.

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• Mountain Biking (bike is provided)
• Vertical Playground
Contact us at our Constituency Office: July and August • Quick Climb
1550 Kingston Rd., Suite 213 9:00am to 4:00pm • Dual Indoor Obstacle Courses
(can drop off at 8:00am • Kick Bikes and Dirt Jumpers
Pickering, ON L1V 1C3 and pick up until 5:00pm) • Giant Slip ‘n Slide and so much more!
Tel: 905-509-0336 * Toll Free: 1-888-444-1730 MOUNTAIN BIKE CAMP Phone: 905-649-2058
For ages 9 to 14 Fax: 905-649-3752
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MORE THAN JUST SOCCER!
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Township of Uxbridge

2020 Spring & Summer

Child & Adult

47 Brock St.W., Uxbridge

ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS DIRECT BILLING TO INSURANCE COMPANIES

At Uxbridge Manor Spa,

Some of our many

11570 Conc. 3, Zephyr 905-852-6047 uxbridgemanorandspa.com

905-985-8660 | 1-800-248-0848 | westshorevillage.ca

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Intermediate Sports Camp Ages 8-10 How to Register:

March Break Public Swim and Skate

UXPOOL RECREATION and PA DAY PROGRAMS

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Township of Uxbridge • Community Guide • Spring and Summer 2020 9

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Art Day Wiggles and Giggles Family Storytime

Spring Programs Join the musical fun! Songs,

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• Canada Revenue Agency Serving • Hall Rental

Scouting in Uxbridge Since 1922

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Spring Programs Summer Programs

Little Buddies in SK to Grade 3, “Awesome Art” Camp Weeks

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• Downloadable eBooks and Audiobooks

• Online Databases, including Ancestry.ca, Britannica Library and Find My

Genealogy Department Zephyr Public Library

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Breakfast Daily Specials Lunch Specials

Daily Breakfast Special Sunday & Monday Choose from:

Red Cross Swim Kids Lessons Ages 5 years and up

Adult Lessons $128 7:00pm

Home School Program Level 10:45am 10:45am

Recreation Swim Club 1 (Ages 7 - 9) 45 min. 4:00pm 11:15am

Recreation Swim Club 2 (Ages 10 - 14) 1 hour 5:30-6:30pm

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Pre-school Lessons with Parent

Duck (12-24 month) Parent 1:1 10:15am

Sea Turtle (24-36 month) Parent 1:1 10:15am

Salamander ½ hour 9:45am; 3:45; 4:15; 6:00; 6:30-7:30pm

Sunfish ½ hour 9:45am; 3:45; 4:15; 6:00; 6:30-7:30pm

Crocodile ½ hour 9:45am; 4:15; 6:30pm 6:30-7:30pm

Whale ½ hour 9:45am; 4:15; 6:30pm 6:30-7:30pm

Swim Kids 2 ½ hour 3:45; 6:00; 6:30; 7:00pm 6:30-7:30pm

Swim Kids 3 ½ hour 4:15; 6:00; 6:30; 7:00pm 6:30-7:30pm

Swim Kids 4 ½ hour 4:30; 6:00; 7:00pm 6:30-7:30pm

Swim Kids 5 ¾ hour 3:45; 6:00; 6:45pm 6:30-7:30pm

Swim Kids 6 ¾ hour 3:45; 6:00; 6:45pm 6:30-7:30pm

Swim Kids 7 ¾ hour 3:45; 6:00; 6:45pm 6:30-7:30pm

Swim Kids 8 ¾ hour 3:45; 6:00; 6:45pm 6:30-7:30pm

Swim Kids 9 ¾ hour 3:45; 6:00; 6:45pm 6:30 -7:30pm

Swim Kids 10 ¾ hour 3:45; 6:00; 6:45pm 6:30-7:30pm

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Family Swimming *shared pool

Aqua Wellness and Aqua Fitness *shared pool

Sub-Mariners Diving Learn to

Summer Schedule: June 29 to September 4 (closed July 1 and August 3)

Summer Masters Swimming

Summer FREE Public Swims For Families

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Step 3: Red Cross Instructor NLS Recertification Course

Course Dates Times Cost

Online registration uxbridge.ca

Sunday, June 14th

REGISTER, DONATE, SPONSOR AN ATHLETE TODAY!

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