LET’S MUSH TOGETHER
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11TH ANNUAL CANNINGTON DOG SLED
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GEEKFREAKS DANCE PARTY
GIVEAWAYS
DOOR PRIZES
Friday, January 23, 2015
Doors open 7:00 pm
• Show starts 8:00 pm
upstairs at the Cannington Community Arena
91 Elliot St. (& Peace St.), Cannington, ON L0E1E0
Beatboxer Sophia KiddBeatz performs
Dance performances by the GeekFreaks
DJ Matt Lee (will take requests)
$10 advance/$12 at door
Age of mAjority will be required
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DJ Matt Lee
e Crew
GeekFreaks Danc
Tickets on sale in Cannington at:
Judd’s Home Hardware
24 Cameron St. East, 705.432.2081
Our event celebrates winter and all things Canadian!
We are proud to support the Ontario Craft Brewers, Wine and
Spirit producers in our province. Visit the Dog Sled Saloon
upstairs in the Community Centre and enjoy a taste of Ontario.
And for your outdoor pleasure, the Blackfly Saloon will be
open in the afternoon near the race area.
WELCOME . . .
We are pleased to welcome you to the 11th Annual
Cannington Dog Sled Races and Winter Festival. It is
with great pride that we open up our town to show you
some good old fashioned family winter fun. From ice
sculpting to ice skating, from petting an alligator to
petting a llama and from a kick sled to a dog sled to a
horse drawn wagon, we are sure that you and your
family will be entertained for hours.
This Winter Festival is set up to put you into the action.
Strap on a pair of snowshoes, lace up a pair of skates
or park yourself on a tube and head down our sliding
hill. You can let the kids loose as well as let loose the
kid in you, and experience first hand just how much
fun winter can be.
The main event happens all weekend long as top
teams and ski-jorers from all over Ontario, Quebec and
the northern States harness their dogs and compete
for the $10,000 in prize money. You will feel the
excitement as the dogs howl their way to the starting
chute. Their chance to do what they do best and what
they love to do ... run!
Of course, none of this happens without the great
support of our community, our businesses and our event
partners. They have shown once again that community
spirit is alive and well. Please take time to note the many
sponsorship banners throughout the event and
activities. They do deserve our support in return.
INDEX
Overview
Retrospective
Schedule
First Nations/Métis
Pioneer Gathering
Dog Sledding
Mushing Terms
Event Map
Live Music
Skijoring
Comedy Night
Birds of Prey
Climbing Wall
Ice Sculpture
Competition
Cannington
Museum
Pg 5
Pg 6
Pg 8
Pg 10
Pg 15
Pg 17
Pg 19
Pg 20
Pg 21
Pg 23
Pg 25
Pg 27
Pg 29
Pg 32
Contact:
Cannington Dog Sled Races
& Winter Festival Committee
www.canningtondogsledraces.com
canningtondogsledraces@gmail.com
Again, from all of the volunteers and organizers, we
welcome you and thank you for sharing the
Cannington Dog Sled Races and Winter Festival
experience with us.
You will have a howling good time…….
Sincerely,
CDSR Committee
Remember, these are mostly outdoor activities so please dress for the
weather. It’s winter, there’s snow, you need boots and dress in layers.
We gratefully acknowledge the following ...
thank you, merci beaucoup and marci.
www.durhamtourism.ca
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The 11th Annual Cannington Dog Sled Races & Winter Festival is upon us – and
we’ve planned more fun that you can throw a snowball at. Experience the magic of
First Nations History through dance and song as we welcome Ojibway story teller
Aaron Bell and the award-winning White Pine Dancers with their story “Path of the
Iroquois”. Don’t forget to visit the Pioneer Winter Camp, where you can stop and try
your hand at tomahawk throwing. Between races visit the “Birds of Prey” exhibit and
demonstration and maybe an eagle will fly to your outstretched arm.
Old favourites like the toilet seat toss, ice sculpture competition and kicksledding are
back, along with a “Climbing Wall” and an indoor children’s warm-up area with craft
activities sponsored by Crayola. There’s an outdoor petting zoo, indoor Zoo-To-You,
horse and wagon rides around town and something everyone will want to try – the
BodyZorbs!
There’s $10,000 to be shared as four dog, six dog teams and ski-jorers compete in
back-to-back racing all weekend long. In between heats, there’s dog sled rides,
artist demonstrations, snowshoeing, Métis fiddle music and deals and food galore
at the marketplace in MacLeod Park. Our Saturday Comedy Night continues to sell
out (see pg.25 for details). Our “All Canadian Bar” opens 7 pm Friday night. We are
proud to be serving local Ontario Craft Beer, Wine and Spirits. Friday night is the Kick
Off Party with live performances by a Beatboxer and Dance Crew, plus a DJ Dance
Party. All day Saturday and Sunday, local musicians take the stage.
There’s something for everyone at our 11th Annual Dog Sled Races & Winter Festival.
It doesn’t matter whether you come for the outdoor activities or the beer; the non-stop
racing action or the winter festivities. What’s important is that you’re in Cannington
January 24th and 25th. Arrive early and get ready to mush!
WIDELY CONSIDERED ONE OF
THE BEST EVENTS
Photo credit: Scott Howard
Photo credit: John Quin
IN CANADA
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CANNINGTON:
A RETROSPECTIVE
The Township of Brock is located on the east shore of Lake Simcoe approximately
100 kms. northeast of downtown Toronto. The municipality presents three distinct
urban areas, numerous hamlets, and beautiful countryside. While agriculture is the
largest employer, there are a full range of commercial and industrial businesses
located within the urban areas of Cannington, Beaverton and Sunderland.
The municipality was named for General Sir Isaac Brock, a young soldier who was shot
by the Americans as he led his soldiers into battle against the Americans at Queenston
Heights during the War of 1812. The Township’s location on Lake Simcoe and the TrentSevern Waterway make it a popular summer or winter destination for tourists .
Nestled on the shores of the Beaver River, Cannington is home to approximately 2,000
residents. With numerous restaurants and a variety of specialty and general stores
downtown, Cannington offers both residents and visitors alike an enticing experience.
Visitors to Cannington are often struck by the beauty of the village; its grand Victorian
era architecture, its expansive parks and tree-lined streets. Cannington is committed
to the preservation of these aesthetics. Perhaps more than any other place,
Cannington’s residents devote themselves to maintaining the appearance and character
of a bygone age; cultivating gardens, painting gingerbread porches and sparing no
expense when it comes to attention to historic detail. It’s a fitting tribute to those who put
down roots here more than two centuries ago. Thanks to their hard work and
determination, Cannington became the centre of commerce for the area, and
experienced a huge boom in growth at the end of the 1800’s. The Victorian homes that
stand today were status symbols in their time, and the elaborate woodwork was usually
hand crafted by the carpenters who catered to a growing population. The village was
surrounded by forests rich in hardwood, and the clay soil provided the finest and hardest
Left: Renovated Cannington Town Hall (corner of Munro and Laidlaw Street South) built in 1887 - now the Timothy
Findley Memorial Branch of the Brock Township Public Library. Top right: Old Anglican Church (corner of Trootie St.
and Cameron St. East). Bottom right: Victorian farmhouse (Cameron Street East).
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Looking west: Cameron Street East, north side.
of bricks which were fired in kilns just north of town. By 1887, Cannington had three
hotels and a Town Hall complete with a bell tower. The Cannington Town Hall has been
designated as being of architectural and historical interest under the Ontario Heritage Act,
R.S.O. 1990. Thanks partly to the Government of Canada and the Community
Adjustment Fund, the Town Hall has been restored and now houses the Timothy Findley
Memorial Branch of the Brock Township Public Library – named after Findley because
the author and his partner lived nearby at Stone Orchard for 30 years. This was where
he wrote almost all his stories, novels, plays and non-fiction.
MacLeod Park (our event site), is named after artist/developer Nelson MacLeod.
Struck by the potential of what was then swamp land by the Beaver River, he convinced
43 other men and women in Cannington to join him in buying the land so it could be
cleared and converted into park land. The first park board was organized in 1912, and
twenty years later MacLeod’s work was recognized by the Toronto Horticultural Society
who presented the artist with a Diploma of Merit. Also in the park is a plaque in memory
of another Cannington artist, Robert Holmes, whose delicate botanical watercolours
hang in the National Gallery and Art Gallery of Ontario.
As you enjoy the weekend’s competition and winter festivities, we urge you to take a
short walk or horse and wagon ride from the park to the main street. There you will find
gift stores, a flower shop, café, restaurants, hardware store, LCBO, bank and pub just
to mention a few. Who knows? You, too, might fall in love with our “beautiful village
nestled in the arms of the Beaver River” - and make Cannington your adopted home.
Historical photo looking east: Cameron Street
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EVENT
SCHEDULE
Saturday, January 24th, 2015
7:00 - 10:00 am
Pancake Breakfast at Legion Hall
7:30
Mushers Registration in Legion
8:30
Driver’s Meeting and Bib Draw
9:45
Opening Ceremonies
10:00
1 Dog Competitive Ski-Joring
(4 mile)
10:00-5:00
Birds of Prey Exhibit & Demonstration
Pioneer Re-enactment Camp
Interactive Zoo-to-You in Legion
Outdoor Petting Zoo
Family Snowshoeing
Kid’s Games & Activities
Artist Demonstrations above arena
Outdoor Marketplace
Outdoor First Nations/Métis Stage
10:00 - 3:30
Dog Sled Rides ($3)
11:00
Outdoor Blackfly Saloon opens
Beer Garden & Live Entertainment
Stage opens upstairs at the Arena
Ontario Craft Beer, Wine & Spirits
11:30
4 Dog Competitive Race (4 mile)
12:00 & 2:30
Ojibway Storyteller & Gonrah
Degohwah White Pine Dancers
1:30
1-3 Dog Novice Race (2 miles)
3:00
2 Dog Competitive Ski-Joring
(4 mile)
4:30
6 Dog Competitive Race (6 mile)
7:00
Doors Open for Comedy Show
Tickets: $25 in advance/$30 at door
8:00
Comedy Show: Daniel Woodrow
and featuring Elvira Kurt
Age of Majority required
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You don’t have to be a husky to have a howling good time
this weekend! The following schedule will help you plan your
activities and the whole pack will be wagging their tails by the
end of the day.
Sunday, January 25th, 2015
7:00 - 10:00 am
Pancake Breakfast at Legion Hall
8:00
Driver’s Meeting in Legion
9:00
1 Dog Competitive Ski-Joring (4 mile)
10:00-5:00
Birds of Prey Exhibit & Demonstration
Pioneer Re-enactment Camp
Interactive Zoo-to-You in Legion
Outdoor Petting Zoo
Family Snowshoeing
Kid’s Games & Activities
Artist Demonstrations above arena
Outdoor Marketplace
Outdoor First Nations/Métis Stage
10:00 - 3:30
Dog Sled Rides ($3)
11:00 -5:00
Outdoor Blackfly Saloon opens
Beer Garden & Live Entertainment Stage opens upstairs at the Arena
Ontario Craft Beer, Wine & Spirits
12:00 & 2:30
Ojibway Storyteller & Gonrah Degohwah White Pine Dancers
1:00
2 Dog Competitive Ski-Joring (4 mile)
2:30
6 Dog Competitive Race (6 mile)
5:00
Spaghetti Dinner and Musher Awards
Ceremony in the Beer Garden
(upstairs at the Arena)
Ongoing events in the park:
BodyZorbs, Snow Shoeing, Tubing Hill, Dog Sled Rides,
Kick Sledding, Horse & Wagon Rides, Face Painting,
Toilet Seat Toss, Big Foot Challenge, Tater Toss, Basketball
Shooting, Hockey Shooting Zone, Ice Skating, Petting Zoo,
Woodcarving ... and more!
Outdoor stage performances:
Alicia Blore, fiddle / Liam Blore, guitar & spoons
Drummers and dancers
(Schedule at time of printing. Subject to change.)
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THE FIRST NATIONS
& MÉTIS VILLAGE
For hundreds of years Canada’s Northern Aboriginal people used dogs for travel,
safety, companionship and racing. The Métis used to travel in two-man dog sled
teams to deliver the mail. One man broke trail by snowshoe, the other ran beside the
sled. This process would take several days. The dog sled was also a vital form of
winter transportation for the fur traders of
the Northwest, and was used by both the
Hudson's Bay Company and the North
West Company. While visiting Cannington
this weekend, you’ll see a special area in the
park is designated as our First Nations and
Métis Village. Step into the past with live
demonstrations of the fur trade, survival
teachings, storytelling, musical and dance
performances and historical artifacts to
mention just a few.
Join our participants in a hands-on experience that entertains and informs visitors
about Canadian history and Aboriginal culture. The Village is a place to learn and
enjoy the cultural richness of our Aboriginal community here in Durham Region. The
re-enactors, vendors and demonstrators we’re presenting are here to answer
questions or offer stories that illuminate the connections between living in our modern
world today and the historical equivalent for our early ancestors. Step into a teepee
or listen to a story from one of our visiting elder storytellers. Traditional knowledge is
a way of life for Aboriginal people. Those presenting at the Village are centered in that
knowledge and still use it in their contemporary lives today. The participants in the
Village wish to share what they know of their culture in hopes of bringing better
understanding to aboriginal and non-Aboriginal communities alike. Please stop by and
feel free to ask questions.
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FEATURED GUESTS:
André Bosse, a Métis elder, brings
fascinating hands-on heritage and
artifact displays for guests to investigate.
The artifacts, furs and tools he displays,
remind us of the ways and means for
survival of the Métis in early Canada.
André and his partner Brenda have been
dedicated to raising awareness of Métis
culture for many years. They have been
instrumental in organizing and nurturing
the growth of the Métis community in
Durham Region and Northumberland County alike. Most recently he provided
authentic, traditional knowledge, building advice and his expertise in helping erect
a tipi at Durham Forest Outdoor Environmental Education Centre, just outside
Uxbridge.
Mike Strathy, Ojibway. In the 90's Mike began
to make native style clothing and purses as well
as a few items with bone and antler. In 2008 he
decided on this as a career and was on the powwow trail in the summer of 2009, selling leather
and leather goods. From there he branched out to
weapons and jewelry using natural products such
as stone, bone,horn, etc. He has added hand
drums and furs to his list as well and leather is a
very small part of his display today. He tries to
keep metal out of his products for the most part,
so that most of what he makes could have been
on this continent before European influence
arrived.
Aaron Bell, Ojibway Storyteller. When Aaron takes
to the stage, the audience members are immediately aware
something special is about to happen. He has a great
presence! He will be telling the story of the Iroquois through
words, dance and song.
His travels have led him on many paths throughout his life,
but this is what he loves to do… to share the teachings and
the culture of the First Nations people of Southern Ontario
with those who wish to learn through the magic of the spoken
word, drama and humour. Aaron is joined by The Gonrah
Desgohwah White Pine Dancers. Thundering
drums, vibrant, flowing regalia, traditional dances and stories
that have been passed down for generations are all part of a Gonrah Desgohwah
White Pine Dancers performance. Their ability to connect with the audience is what
makes Gonrah Desgohwah White Pine Dancers one of Ontario's premier First
Nations dance troupes.
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Welcome everyone to Cannington and the
11th Annual Cannington
Dog Sled Races and Winter Festival.
BEST OF LUCK TO EVERYONE!
W
elcome to Cannington, also known as
the Heart of Ontario. We hope you are
able to take in all of the festivities and
competitions at this year’s annual Cannington
Dog Sled Races.
To all the volunteers, a special thank you for
making this a winter event attended by people
from across the Province and points beyond.
Mush well!
JOHN GRANT
Mayor, Brock Township
Hit the ground running at the Cannington Dog Sled Races!
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Alicia Blore is always a favourite at our Festival.
Her Great-Grandfather, Philip Zastre, was a wellknown Métis fiddler from St. Rose du Lac, Manitoba.
In 2008, Alicia was asked to join the Fiddle Stories:
Elder Youth Legacy Project which was a performing
group of Aboriginal Elders and Youth from across
Canada. She has performed at the Oshawa Durham
Métis Heritage Days, Big Drum Social in Oshawa,
Infinite Reach end of year celebration, and Louis Riel
Day at Queen's Park in Toronto. We thank Alicia for
braving the cold to play a jig or two and warm up the atmosphere by getting our feet
tapping. Joining Alicia is her brother Liam. He has been accompanying Alicia with
guitar and spoons for a couple of years now, but has been playing music since a very
young age.
Christopher Miller, is a Mohawk Native Artist whose
graphite drawings are outstanding for their deeply emotional
depiction, capturing moments of content and mysticism. His
inborn passion for the outdoors, native culture and wildlife has
inspired him in creating various works of art in exquisite detail.
His work conveys a deep respect for nature's creations
through precise and faithful renderings of animals, birds and
native culture that
are true to even the smallest detail. He
may work for months to ensure that what
he sees in his works of art is what his heart
truly feels. “My ardent desire, stems from
my Mother and Grandfather both being
artistic. It surrounds my heart and fulfills
my spirit!” says Christopher.
Thank you to Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage
for their generous donation. We acknowledge the financial
support of the Government of Canada through
the Department of Canadian Heritage.
The Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage Program
was created to help you celebrate your community,
its past and its present.
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PIONEER WINTER CAMP
Visit our Pioneer Winter Camp and Historical area this year. The group will demonstrate
“Life on the Move” early on in the Wilderness of Upper Canada. Their displays are
interesting, authentic and the re-enactors are very knowledgeable about pioneer life and
how people moved around and survived winter in those days.
They will be camping outside overnight in the spirit of a trueto-life re-enactment of a pioneer camp in the early 1800’s.
Take a walk through the camp and learn about the early days
of the fur trade, dog sledding, cooking and the way of life in
early Canada. Learn about flint napping, trapping, crafting
tools and utensils, carving and fishing. Imagine Canadian life
in an earlier time.
• Winter Camp set up under canvas • Gun Smith display • Muskets
• Flint & Steel fire starting demonstration • Era implements displays
• Era Trade Items • Tomahawk throwing demonstration
Bob Miller: A veteran ranger of the War of 1812 and gunsmith, crafts exquisite replicas
of 18th & 19th Century flint locks.
Mike Procter: Era long bowman, veteran militiaman, travelled the wilderness as a
guide. Tomahawk throwing champion.
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DOG SLEDDING
Dog sledding was a method of winter travel developed by northern native peoples
and adopted by early European explorers and trappers as the most efficient way to
haul goods across the snow-covered terrain. Usually, teams of 2 to 12 dogs
(sometimes more) are tied in pairs to a single towline, or gangline. The gangline is
attached to a sled and the dogs pull the sled across the snow. If the terrain is deep
snow, dogs may be placed in single file to follow the driver who will walk ahead
breaking and packing down a narrow trail in snowshoes.
The first one or 2 dogs in a team are the leaders and guide the team. They are
controlled by voice commands from the driver who either rides on the rear of the sled
or walks ahead or behind. Early French Canadian drivers called "Marche!" to spur
on their teams. This was misinterpreted by English explorers as "mush" – henceforth
drivers were called "mushers."
Sleds vary with the people who make them and the snow conditions. Many people
still use dogteams in the Arctic. These days, most teams are recreational or racing
teams. Racing teams pulling light sleds can travel at speeds averaging 10-17 mph.
Races are held all across Canada. Here in Cannington we hold sprint races: 2 dog
teams run 2 kms, 4 dog teams run 4 kms and 6 dog teams run 6kms. You will also
see a variety of breeds racing here, from border collies to huskies to pointer crosses.
Photo: Desiree Nickerson
Dog sledding has become a popular winter sport. Few activities equal the
enchantment of riding behind a good dog team. For a real Canadian experience,
climb aboard a dogsled!
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MUSHING TERMS
Lead Dog: dog(s) running in the lead. Must be intelligent and fast.
Swing Dog: dogs behind leaders that help "swing" the team.
Wheel Dog: dogs closest to sled. Must be very strong to pull sled around
corners.
Team Dog: any dog in the team that is not mentioned above.
Handler: a much-needed assistant to the musher.
Gang Line: main rope that all dogs are connected to - usually made of
polyethylene, nylon and/or cable.
Snow Hook: a claw hook attached to the sled that plows into the snow to
hold the team.
"Haw": command to lead dogs to turn left.
"Gee": command to lead dogs to turn right.
"Come Haw", "Come Gee": command to turn the team 180 degrees in
either direction.
"On By": command to team to pass another team or obstacle in path.
Staging: bringing a dog team to the starting line of a race.
Brake: a toothed mechanism on the sled that mushers stand on to slow the
team down.
"Hike", "Lets Go": commands to start the team.
"Line Out": command to lead dog to hold the team straight - used while
hooking up dogs.
"Trail": request to other mushers for right-of-way on trail.
Mushers usually have no trouble getting sled dogs moving - often it’s harder to
get them to stop. It takes months of training to get dogs working together as a
team.
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Big Foot Race
Basketball Toss
Toilet Seat Toss
TaterToss
Marshmallow
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Pioneer Winter Camp
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Snowshoeing
Brandon Log House
Entertainment Centre
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Face Painting
Crayola Activity Area
Caricaturist
Live Music
Artist Demonstrations
Beer Garden
Beatboxer & Dance Party
Hip Hop Performance (Fri. night)
Comedy Night (Sat.)
Spaghetti Dinner &
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LIVE MUSIC
SAT. Jan. 24 & SUN. Jan. 25
(upstairs at the Cannington arena)
91 Elliot St. (at Peace St.)
(FREE with Festival Admission)
Sacha Visagie
Wolfgang Brothers
Saturday 12-2 pm
Saturday 2-4 pm
Sacha is a Canadian Singer/Songwriter, who grew up in
a small town called Warkworth Ontario, where she
attained her Country background. She now resides in
Durham region. She is best known for her single "Stix N
Stones", an anti-bullying anthem, which received airplay
on CBC radio. Much Music has shared her music video
for "Stix N Stones" to their anti-bullying site. She is
recognized as a “Fresh face” and “Fresh sound” on the
Country Music scene, being what is believed to be the
first Canadian African-American female Country singer, a
unique advantage which sparked attention and interest
of a couple publicists from Music row Nashville.
www.IamSacha.com.
The easy banter between this pair combined with their
laid back approach to a show belies the near subversive
sophistication of their style and content. "Hillbilly Jazz"?
Why not? How else can you describe the musical territory
they cover? Timeless jazz standards in unique arrangements, edgy but pure down home humour, invitations to
party and dance and a subtext of thoughtful musical
commentary on the ups and downs of life. The
Wolfgang Brothers ... catch them if you can!
Diane Williamson-Rock
Taylor Abram
Sunday 12-2 pm
Sunday 2-4 pm
Diane Williamson-Rock is a singer/songwriter/
guitarist based in Durham region. She has a versatile and
unique style that allows her to cover a wide range of
genres - from smokey blues to rock to folk to country.
Diane knows how to choose the right song to engage
the audience and can vocally meet the challenges this
wide selection of music demands..
Some people claim ‘music is my life’ but for Taylor
Abram it’s true. At just 24 years old, Taylor would need
a walk-in closet for the number of hats he wears on a
daily basis. He is a talented singer-songwriter, performer,
and multi-instrumentalist (guitar/piano/drums). He is
quickly building an extensive catalogue of songs that
spans multiple genres (pop/country/rock). His future
looks promising. Stay tuned!
www.dianewilliamsonrock.com
www.taylorabrammusic.com
www.thewolfgangbrothers.ca
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SKIJORING
Skijoring is one of the fastest growing sled dog sports! Here in Cannington
we feature 1 and 2 dog competitive skijoring for a distance of 4 miles.
The cross-country skier provides power with their skis and poles, and the
dog (or dogs) adds additional power by running and pulling. The skier wears
a skijoring harness, the dog wears a sled dog harness, and the two are
connected by a length of rope. There are no reins or other signaling devices
to control the dog: The dog must be motivated by its own desire to run, and
respond to the owner's voice for direction.
Many breeds of dogs can participate in skijoring. The only prerequisite is a
desire to run down a trail and pull, which is innate in many dogs. Small dogs
(less than 35 pounds) are rarely seen
skijoring, because they can’t really
assist the skier; however, since the
skier can provide as much power as
is required to travel, any enthusiastic
dog can participate. Athletic dogs
such as Pointers, Setters and herding
breeds take to skijoring with great
pleasure, as do the northern breeds,
such as Siberian and Alaskan Huskies,
Malamutes, Samoyeds, and Inuit
dogs; however, any energetic dog is fully capable of enjoying this sport. Labs,
Golden Retrievers, Giant Schnauzers, and many cross-breeds are seen in
harness. Pulling breeds work well also such as American bull dogs, American
Bull Terriers, Staffordshire Terriers, and mastiffs.
You don't have to compete to enjoy skijoring with your dog – with minimal
skijor equipment, an eager dog and a pair of cross country skis, you're on
your way! Just be sure dogs are welcome on the trails you use.
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Laurie Scott MPP
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14 Lindsay St. N., Lindsay, ON K9V 4R4
705-324-6654, 1-800-424-2490
Email: laurie.scottco@pc.ola.org
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Hope to see you at the
11th Annual Cannington Dog Sled Races
and Winter Festival!
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COMEDY NIGHT
SATURDAY, January 24
(upstairs at the Cannington arena)
91 Elliot St. (at Peace St.)
Doors open 7 pm • Show starts at 8 pm
Daniel Woodrow
Daniel Woodrow is perhaps best known for his
appearances on Much Music’s Video on Trial and TV
commercials. He was also chosen as part of the 2014
line-up of the Underground Comedy Railroad for his
hilarious and uniquely Canadian perspectives on
everything from race relations to every day life.
Elvira Kurt
One of the most well known comics in Canada and voted
Funniest Female Comic at the Canadian Comedy
Awards. Elvira has appeared on The Tonight Show with
Jay Leno and her comedy specials have aired on Comedy
Central, HBO, Showtime, CTV, CBC and The Comedy
Network. She previously hosted PopCultured With Elvira
Kurt on the Comedy Network. Currently she is the host
of the game show Spin Off, regularly appears on the CBC
radio program Q in a segment called the “Cultural Hall of
Shame”, and is a frequent guest on CBC Radio’s The
Debaters.
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Tickets:
$25 advance / $30 at door
Licensed Event.
Tickets on sale in Cannington at:
Judd’s Home Hardware
24 Cameron St. E.
Also available online:
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Brelmar
Veterinary Clinic
R.R. #2 Sunderland, ON
proud to support the
11TH ANNUAL
CANNINGTON
DOG SLED RACES
AND WINTER FESTIVAL!
Good luck to all
the racers!
Dr. Debbie Davies
Dr. Michael Stephenson
and staff
Tel: 705.357.3184
Fax: 705.357.1254
“Enjoy the Ontario Falconry Centre Exhibit”
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BIRDS OF PREY
The Ontario Falconry Centre has been on the road providing exciting and
educational demonstrations for many events. We are excited to have them attend
ours this year. They provide flight demonstrations and information about our various
types of Falcons, Hawks, Eagles, Owls and Vultures. It isn’t every day that people
get to see a bird of prey up close and personal. There will be a hands-on meet and
greet running all day, falconry facts, feedings and flight demonstrations. Sam
Trentadue, the owner, is always looking for victims, uh, we mean volunteers, from the
audience to take part!
CLIMBING WALL
This year we are giving our attendees a huge challenge,
try to get to the top of the climbing wall! Three people
(or kids) can climb at a time. Don’t worry, you’ll be
strapped in a harness as you attempt to scale the 20
foot wall! Climbing is a fun and very social activity that
you will love, whether you are young or old, male or
female, fit or not. Don’t be afraid, give it a try!
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11th Annual Cannington Dog Sled Races
and Winter Festival
January 24 & 25, 2015
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ICE SCULPTURE COMPETITION
The Annual Ice Sculpture Competition takes over the main street of Cannington, as
masterpieces emerge from beneath the chisels, picks and even chainsaws of talented
carvers. Amateurs and professionals compete side by side. Take the horse and wagon
ride or a short stroll up to the main street to see the sculpting in progress or the finished
pieces. Vote for your favourite ice carving between 1 pm & 2 pm on Sunday – ballot box
will be at Cameron St. and Laidlaw under the arches in front of the Township offices.
If you would like to try your hand at ice sculpting, please sign up early as entries are
limited - only 20 ice blocks are available! Five cash prizes are available (see below). We
provide one professional ice block 10” x 20” x 40” for each $25 entry fee.
First Prize $250 sponsored by the 11th Annual Cannington Dog Sled Races and
Winter Festival
People’s Choice Award $100 sponsored by The Magic Door Art Gallery & Studio in
Sunderland
Jurors’ Prize Viktor Tinkl Award $100 • Ken Nice Award $50
Viktor Tinkl Award $50
Esteemed Judges: Ken Nice, Sculptor & Jay Yerema-Weafer, Magic Door Art Gallery
Ice block placement takes place after 5:00 pm Thursday, January 22, 2015. Carvers
can start anytime after that. Judging is held at 2:00 pm Sunday. Awards will be
announced at The Locker on Cameron Street West at 3:00 pm.
For more information, or to enter, please call Laurie at 705-432-2515. You may also go
to our website: www.canningtondogsledraces.com.
Free Admission!
Family Fun!
Twenty Years of Sweet Memories!
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705.432.2081
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I would like to extend a wonderful winter
welcome to everyone in Cannington
this weekend – from the participants,
the vendors & the visitors from near & far.
I hope you enjoy attending the
11th Annual Cannington Dog Sled Races
and Winter Festival.
© Can Stock Photo Inc. / artsilense
Good luck to the mushers and ski-jorers.
A very special thank you to the organizers,
their phenomenal volunteers, and all the
sponsors for promoting this fun-filled
learning experience ... congratulations
on your 11th year!
Olga Kuzmich
Enjoy “sledding” on our trails compliments of
Heart of ontario
Snowmobile Club
New Volunteers
Welcomed!
www.heartofontario.com
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THE CANNINGTON MUSEUM
The Cannington Historical Society held its inaugural meeting in 1976. Among its purposes
are the promotion of interest in local history, the collection of community artifacts and the
preservation of heritage buildings with historical significance to the area. The Cannington
Historical Museum is owned and operated by the Historical Society and displays part of
its collection.
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Village of Cannington in 1978, a Museum
was established and is located in MacLeod Park, Cannington. It is housed in structures
“rescued” by the Society from the area that would otherwise have been demolished.
BRANDON LOG CABIN
Brandon emigrated in 1823 from Northern Ireland and settled north of Cannington. John
and his wife built their log cabin and raised ten children. The cabin, typical of the 1830’s,
is one-story with a loft, used as sleeping quarters.
12TH YORK BATTALION OF INFANTRY
The 12th York Battalion of Infantry (1866-1885) is
a living history unit that portrays a typical canadian
Militia Infantry Company of the period. As a
member unit of the Upper Canada Volunteer
Regiments Organization the 12th remembers the
sacrifices of all those who helped shape this
country. The year 1866 saw the formation of a
whole series of new county volunteer units
including the 12th York (Rangers), the 35th
(Simcoe Foresters) and the 34th (Ontario)
Battalions. The 34th,10th Company was located
in Cannington.
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FRANCIS LOG HOUSE
Francis also emigrated from Northern Ireland. John and
his wife raised their five sons in this representative 1850’s
log house. The downstairs of the house consisted of a
kitchen, a parlour and master bedroom. Three bedrooms
would have been upstairs. It shows the progress from the
log cabin.
RAILWAY STATION AND CABOOSE
In 1868, the Toronto and Nipissing Railway was granted a charter by the ‘new’ Province of
Ontario to construct a narrow-gauge line from Toronto to Coboconk. The Township of
Brock paid a bonus to the railway of $50,000 to bring the line through the Township; it
reached Cannington in 1871. The TNR amalgamated with the Midland Railway in 1881
and was upgraded to “standard-gauge” track in 1883. The MR merged with the Grand
Trunk Railway in 1884 and became part of the Canadian National Railway in 1925.
Passenger service to Cannington ended in 1962. The tracks were taken out in 1990. The
Cannington Station, located at Peace Street and Shedden Street, burned in 1968.
The Canadian Northern Railway’s Mount Albert Station (1906) was purchased from CN by
the Society and moved to the Museum for Cannington’s centennial. This building now
displays
railway
and
original
Cannington Station artifacts. The
caboose (1929) was purchased from
CN by the Society in 1980. It is now
being fully restored.
DERRYVILLE HALL
In the 1830’s and 40’s, a number of Irish
families from Northern Ireland came to settle around what was then known as “Centre”
road. This road became Highway 12. A Loyal Orange Lodge hall was erected as a meeting
place for the Order and community centre. With the demise of Derryville, the hall was
abandoned, purchased by the Society and relocated to the Museum. It now is set as a
general store and history resource centre.
DRIVING SHED
This building is an early 1900’s style drive shed with timber-frame
construction. The roof and exterior have been reconstructed but
the original post and beam frame remains in the interior. Featured
are vintage farm implements, carpentry and blacksmith tools,
horse drawn cutter, buggy and cart and an itinerant’s loom for
weaving rugs.
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Thanks to Crayola for
generously sponsoring our
indoor children’s activity
area above the arena.
Come in to warm up or just take a break.
Children’s arts and crafts tables set up
for your kids to enjoy.
Watch the artist demonstrations.
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OUR LOCAL ARTISTS
Watch them demonstrate their craft in the
Ontario Craft Beer Garden above the arena
LYNDA CUNNINGHAM (OIL PAINTING)
Country life is the inspiration for Lynda’s work, combining her love of rural living with
her passion for art. The subjects of Lynda's oil paintings reflect the rapidly disappearing
scenes of rural Ontario and its domestic farm animals. Through her art she recaptures
days past, when horses were an integral part of farm life.
Natural settings are the inspiration for works.
Everyday life on the farm finds its7 way to her
canvas, fieldstone walls of her barn and shadows
from harness dancing across a horses gleaming
coat. Early mornings in the barn, feeding time and
the delight of witnessing new life are a constant
theme.
In 2008 Lynda received the honor of being elected
to the Ontario Society of Artists. Lynda is a self taught artist, and enjoys working with
a variety of media. A kiln and a pottery wheel are recent additions to her studio which
is located on her farm in Sunderland. Lynda and her family raise sheep and Clydesdale
horses. To see more of her work visit: www.lyndacunningham.com
DAVID GREAVES (WATERCOLOURS)
David was born in Yorkshire, England. He attended Art School where he graduated in
graphic design. After arriving in Canada, David worked in several commercial art studios
before opening his own design firm.
Although basically a self-taught watercolourist, David’s work was influenced by
England’s John Yardley and the late John
Blockley. Despite a reverence for old rural
buildings, David’s paintings also reflect landscapes, seascapes & floral. A subtle use of palette
and light infuses his work with a serene and
inviting ambience. David works out of his studio
home near Cannington, Ontario. Learn more about
David at: www.davidgreaves.ca
JAMES GAIN (CARICATURIST)
James is a practicing freelance artist
who works in a variety of fields (murals,
portraits, abstracts, etc.). He has been
drawing in public professionally since
1982. He provides an upbeat and
humorous family-oriented entertainment
enjoyed by all. Additional information
about James is on his website at:
www.jamesgain.com
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