LINDSAY

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by MARI L

“Catch the Kawartha Spirit”

Lindsay has a heartwarming distinctiveness and is proudly known as the seat (or gateway) to the City of Kawartha Lakes. Downtown Lindsay is located along the Scugog River where it flows through the Trent-Severn Waterway to the National Historic Site of Lock 33. You can enjoy watching the boats, relaxing in the parks, or walking the trails within minutes of the downtown locale.

Downtown Lindsay maintains historical charm in its present-day glory with revitalized areas that showcase an impressive streetscape. To add to the comfortable features of the town’s core, Kent Street is the widest main street in Ontario. Parking is easily accessible and the sidewalks are spacious. 

Looking for great atmosphere and eclectic experiences that are friendly, inviting, and relaxing? Lindsay is an all-season destination that is approximately an hour east of Toronto and 40 minutes west of Peterborough. The town’s highlights are perfect for a day trip or you can enjoy a longer stay within the comfort of Hotel, Inn, and B&B accommodations. The town connects easily with Highway 7, Highway 35/115, and Highway 36.

Lindsay is a wonderful place for residents and visitors who love a friendly community with a diversity of interests. 

Welcome to the heart of Lindsay! You’ll have an amazing time exploring the unique Businesses and Services Lindsay has to offer. There is a variety of eclectic specialty stores, gift and artisan shops (including local art), and boutiques. Enjoy the flower shops with home decor and more, men’s and women’s fashion, and delicious foods and spirits as well as wineries, breweries, and markets, Professional services are available including auto, home, business, personal lifestyle, health and wellness. Amongst the amazing shops and restaurants, quaint outdoor patios line the sidewalks in the warmer months.

Lindsay’s entertainment includes live stage performances, or a movie and popcorn. Both theatres embrace their original characteristics and timeless atmosphere. You can visit the local art gallery and museums, or enjoy recreational activities that meet your adventurous spirit. Special events such as concerts in the park, street festivals, and fairground fun are great for everyone. Perhaps you’d love to participate in a few games of 5-pin bowling. 

In addition, Lindsay has an airport if you are interested in sightseeing flights. Lindsay truly offers a variety of uplifting experiences.

For outdoor enthusiasts, there are nearby Conservation Areas and Provincial Parks with walking, running, hiking, and cycling trails amid wildlife and green areas. You can also canoe or kayak the waterways to take in the natural scenery, or invigorate the senses during the winter months while skating, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing.

Lindsay is a student-friendly community and home to Fleming College ~ Frost Campus, one of Canada’s leading environmental institutions. Frost Campus houses the Lindsay Recreation Complex, a fully equipped year-round facility with affordable prices. You can play a game of squash, utilize the pools and saunas, enjoy skating on one of the ice pads, or workout in the weight training and fitness gym.

The Lindsay BIA proudly describes Lindsay as being located in the heart of the Kawarthas and “the perfect combination of modern and historical, eclectic and traditional, and above all, a place that cherishes its local community while welcoming visitors with open arms”.

We agree!

Restrictions or changes may be in effect due to COVID-19. Please contact Businesses and Services regarding hours of operation, accessibility, etc.

Matt De Vries is the owner and face of Farmers Butcher Shop in Lindsay, Ontario. This thriving business opened its doors in 2018 with Matt and co-owner Wahab Zamani. Both men share the farm-to-table philosophy with a focus on meat products that can be traced to their farming roots.

Matt and Wahab work directly with local farmers to promote quality products that are made on small family-run farms. They are ethical butchers who are paying close attention to what animals are being fed and how they are treated. Grazing animals help the growth of grasses and other wild plants while turning up soil. Healthy manure adds fertilizer to the land which ensures a future food supply that is natural and sustainable.

For the last 10 years, Matt has run his own farm northwest of Lindsay. He reveals, “I do this because I love what I do.” Matt is currently producing grass-fed finished beef, meaning the cattle are not fed corn or soy. Family farming is what Matt knows best. He’s a proud husband and dad who keeps busy with his wife Cassie as they raise their two sons, ages six and nine. Cassie has recently purchased the Eye Care Centre in Lindsay.

Farmers Butcher Shop has an exceptionally clean and friendly environment. Matt appreciates his hard-working staff and their attention to great customer service. The shop has a wide range of quality meats. In addition, you’ll find a local selection of tasty spices, rubs, meat pies, perogies, dairy, and more. Fresh salmon, Ontario pickerel as well as rainbow trout are available from Thursdays to Saturdays.

You can self-serve from the freezer section or ask for fresh cuts that are showcased in the traditional way. From classic and custom selections to large orders, expert staff are happy to serve you. They can also assist with special orders for certain dietary restrictions and hard-to-find meat products.

YOU JUST CAN'T BEAT CLOSE TO HOME

Matt De Vries is passionate about supporting local growers and producers. He believes in the integral role one has with regard to sustaining family-farm businesses while nourishing the community.

For more information, visit:

www.farmersbutchershop.ca

Call: 705-324-MEAT (6328)

3 Commerce Place

Suite 103

Lindsay, Ontario

K9V 5Y4

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We have a thirst for helping wine enthusiasts to create their favourite wine styles from start to finish. Great service and expertise are what we're all about at our fine establishment in Lindsay, Ontario - just a minute’s walk from the heart of the downtown area.

Whether you're a novice or a seasoned winemaker, you’ll find the ideal match for your palate. This great DIY interest saves money and is a perfect gift for any wine lover. The process of making fine wine at River Wine Works is rewarding and managed within a clean and organized environment. We utilize new equipment that's sterilized and safe. 

Making wine can take 4 to 10 weeks. When reading about the various wines that are crafted, you can almost taste the distinguishing qualities of the finished product. For example, a Cabernet Sauvignon has a rich, full flavour of blackberry, mint, black currant, cedar, and spice. Amarone has a distinct, fruit character with black cherry and subtle notes of brown sugar and chocolate. 

Do you want a wine that is light or full-bodied, with an earthy depth, or exceptional fruity note? The popular DIY red wines at our establishment are Pinot Noir, Valpolicella, Super Tuscan, and Shiraz. Cabernet Sauvignon and Amarone are their number-one-selling red wines. Preferred white wines are Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc. Moscato and Riesling are also available.

If fruit wine is desired, River Wine Works offers defined flavours such as strawberry, blueberry, razzberry, peach, cherry, green apple, cranberry, and blackberry. The perfect summer drink while relaxing. Red and White Sangria, already mixed with spice and fruit, are also popular in the warmer months. The refreshing character of White Sangria has an apricot and peach essence with a hint of grapefruit zest. Cheers!

For more information, visit www.riverwineworks.com or call 705.324.3098. Come on by for a visit at 10 York Street N., Lindsay ON  K9V 3Z6. 

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The name of a business usually has a unique story behind it that distinctly connects the origins and owner. Jason Northey and Poppa Ed’s Taxi are no exception. Poppa, Ed Peters, was well known in the Lindsay community for his charity work and also for the business he owned, Lindsay United Taxi. In 2015, Jason and his family wanted to honour this great man and have his legacy live on through their business name, Poppa Ed’s Taxi. 

This award-winning taxi service is recognized for getting folks safely around from one place to another. Poppa Ed’s Taxi provides reliable, local and long-distance rides - 24 hours a day - 7 days a week. Senior discounts and a wheelchair-accessible van are available. It’s a friendly business with good people who truly care. Generous praises move back and forth between the owner, staff, and customers.

Jason’s a very busy guy. He expanded his business, acquiring several other companies over the years with the addition of New Guy’s Taxi in 2021. When not occupied directly with work, Jason is seen around town with family and friends, or he’s helping his parents at the farm. He also contributes wholeheartedly to his local and surrounding communities.

Jason is a member of Kawartha Charity Riders RC. They are involved with important events and charitable causes within the local communities. To donate or participate, please visit www.kcr-rc.ca for more information. You can also contact the charitable organizations mentioned below.

Owner Jason and the staff at Poppa Ed’s Taxi give generously to the community that supports them. One of the many ways is when the drivers buy treats at the office and these funds are then used throughout the year (and at Christmas) to purchase much-needed items for the local shelters. Poppa Ed’s Taxi works very closely with A Place Called Home (a local homeless shelter), Women’s Resources (Victoria Shelter), the Lindsay Kinsmen Club, and other organizations such as Chimo Youth & Family Services. They are also involved with the Lindsay Lions Club, the Rotary Club of Lindsay, and the John Howard Society. In addition, they support the Kawartha Lakes Food Source which supplies the local foodbanks.

Poppa Ed’s Taxi would like to thank everyone who helps our communities and contributes in any way they can.

Lindsay: 705.878.4343 l 705.878.1444

Port Perry: 289-354-4343

www.poppaedstaxi.com

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Managing the environment within your living space in ways that are cost-effective and healthy is important. Proper temperature control, humidity levels, less sound, and minimal allergens assist with year-round comfort.

We can help you find the perfect solutions that are energy-efficient and environmentally friendly while assisting you to work within a suitable budget. Contact us to explore your options. We provide sales, service, and installation for residential and commercial heating and cooling systems.

Are you looking to create healthier living (and working) conditions with better heating and cooling systems? We've listed a few excellent products for you to consider. 

EFFICIENT HEATING & COOLING THAT’S VERSATILE

Lennox Ductless Mini-Split systems deliver heating and cooling to your living space with no ductwork required. These units are energy efficient, quiet, easy to install, and have site flexibility.

This is a great solution for rooms that don’t have central heating and cooling such as add-on rooms, sunrooms, and outbuildings. Lennox Ductless Mini-Split heat pumps and air conditioners are also great for dwellings that have costly electric bills and rooms that are not used regularly.

The Mini-Split units are wall-mounted indoors and connect through one small opening to the outside unit with minimal modification to the structure. They’re easy to use and allow for better temperature control that will increase your level of comfort.

SMARTER FROM THE GROUND UP

WaterFurnace systems harness the solar energy that naturally absorbs into the ground. This is a renewable energy source that can easily heat and cool your home. Geothermal heating is environmentally friendly, and in those colder times, the system provides the option for radiant floor heat. 

AMBIANCE AND WARMTH

Continental Fireplaces maximize efficiency levels with special components that retain heat. They’re clean burning and considered to be an environmentally-

friendly energy source.

GOOD NEWS!

Ontario homeowners may qualify for the Greener Homes Grant Program for home upgrades that increase energy efficiency. Enbridge and other rebates are also available for those who qualify.

Please contact us for additional information, or come in for a visit. We’re happy to help!

24 Hour Service On All Makes and Models

www.PeterboroughRefrigeration.com

705-741-1488

655 The Queensway, Unit 3

Peterborough, Ontario

K9J 7M1

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by MARI L

There are many health benefits associated with hydrating the physical body with pure, revitalizing drinking water. The amount of water that each of us requires may differ from one person to another depending on lifestyle, health, metabolism, and physical activity. The water we drink, like our food, should be as free from contaminants as possible. I prefer to drink spring water from Culligan of Peterborough. Their spring water is transported and stored in stainless steel tanks and continuously re-circulated through ultraviolet light. Moderate amounts of alkaline minerals are present such as magnesium, calcium, and potassium. They offer two other types of drinking water, distilled and reverse osmosis. Culligan of Peterborough also offer bottled water delivery, water softeners, whole house filtration, water testing, and more. Visit www.culligan.com for additional information.

Drinking healthy water helps the body to function effectively. Water is very important for regulating oxygen levels and blood volume. In addition, it also helps to move essential nutrients through to be digested and absorbed. Water supports this vital process as well as maintaining the balance that must occur between electrolytes, cells, muscles, and so on.

Water assists our brains to be more attuned, focused, and alert. When the body is hydrated, we are less likely to become moody, tired, and sore. We love our H2O as it also supports the body's organs, glands, blood, blood pressure, and digestive tract resulting in a healthier immune system. Our ability to remove waste and toxins depends on the right kind of fluids, especially water that's free from unhealthy properties.

​Remember to hydrate yourself at the beginning of your day and continue to drink water as your thirst signals you to do so. If you don't have a desire or natural response to drink water, take a few mouthfuls every 20 minutes to ensure you are hydrating and supporting your overall health throughout the day.

Infuse Your Drinking Water

You can infuse drinking water to energize it with healthy plant properties such as fresh mint and other herbs. Add celery, parsley, cilantro, lemon/lime, ginger, and a pinch of pink, mountain salt. Experiment with these toxin busters until you find a taste you like. This will increase your intake of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, electrolytes, and other beneficial properties. I add a drop of extra virgin, cold-pressed olive oil to keep my lips moisturized, especially in the colder months.

​​​​​​Save coffee or tea time for 3-5 hours after you rise and shine. Start your day with a tall glass of rejuvenating, healthy H2O infused with plant foods. Remember, infused water helps to cleanse and hydrate the body, strengthen the immune system, and calm the nervous system while assisting the brain to be focused and alert. Infusing your drinking water also helps the cells throughout your body to receive and utilize the healthy properties found within H2O.

Add some zing to your drinking water with nutrient-rich foods:
Fruits - lemon, lime, berries, cherries, pomegranate seeds, cucumber (yes, cucumber is a fruit), oranges, and other nutritious fruits.
 

Herbs - mint varieties, celery including the leaves, thyme, parsley, cilantro, rosemary, and hibiscus, to name a few.

Ginger - a fall and winter warmer (or anytime) that also boosts the immune system
Lettuces - purple and red lettuce for additional antioxidants and minerals.
 

Do your best to use glass containers for infusing and storing water including your on-the-go water bottles or vessels. Some plastic and metal containers are made from toxic materials that are not safe for use. Practice being a wise consumer by researching to the best of your ability before making a purchase.

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Brenda Ibey, owner of The Avant-Garden Shop, is celebrating her 21st year in business. Brenda’s multi-award-winning shop was recently named Canada’s Best Wild Bird Store of the Year in 2021. Avant-Garden is a browser’s gem nestled into what is casually known as “The Shops on Sherbrooke” in Peterborough, Ontario.

In 2022, Brenda received the Business Woman of the Year • Entrepreneur Award. This warm-hearted woman is a dedicated community volunteer. For over 40 years, Brenda has volunteered for the Lakefield Horticultural Society and received various awards. She is also a founding member of the Peterborough and Area Garden Route. Brenda tells us, “I enjoy what I do, it’s a lovely business to be in. Gardeners and backyard birdwatchers are beautiful people, and I have wonderful customers I’m grateful for.”

Brenda also hosts a segment on Global TV called The Garden Gate (now in its 11th year). Her energy and expertise have been attracting viewers and customers both locally and from across the province. Informational segments focus on artisans and their inspired pieces which are available for purchase at The Avant-Garden Shop. In addition, The Garden Gate also features premium products such as bird food and feeders along with great ways to attract our winged friends to the garden.

The shop is brimming with a fabulous array of functional and decorative items made by local and Canadian artists. Over the years, Brenda has supported hundreds of talented people including popup events, both inside and outside (at the front of her fine establishment). The “bird room” is filled with high-quality bird seeds, bird feeders, and more. The entire atmosphere of the shop is relaxing and blooming with colourful images of nature.

Avant-Garden features unique, unusual, and one-of-a-kind products. Some of the most popular items are Mismatched Socks, the Garden Bandit Tool, and Squirrel Buster Bird Feeders. Included, is a large selection of stunning wall art, windchimes, garden flags and mats, artwork, handcrafted soaps, and beautiful greeting cards. Fair trade items are also available. All products are skillfully constructed and great for gift giving.

Stop by for a visit and enjoy exploring the shop! Customer service is friendly and helpful. Brenda has received Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards for Best Customer Service 2017, and Best Retail 2012, 2021. 

Click on HOME & GARDEN P-S TWN/CTY and SPECIALTY STORES in the Navigation/Dropdown Bar and scroll down to view Ads (under Peterborough). 

SHOP ONLINE at: www.avantgardenshop.com

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by MARI L 

Located in the heart of Goodwood, Annina’s Bake Shop, Café & Catering is a great visiting spot for anyone seeking a gratifying experience. Specialty baked goods are showcased at this countryside Bakery offering a variety of delectable desserts and home-style meals.

Annina’s features their famous butter tarts, signature cakes, and an array of heavenly pastries. You can treat yourself to good ol’ fashioned fruit pies, oven-baked bread and gourmet cookies, flaky croissants, and other irresistible treats.
 

The quality and presentation of Annina’s baked goods and freshly prepared foods excel beyond average. Every melt-in-your-mouth delicious bite has that homemade appeal to heighten the senses and deliver just what we expect to receive from a quality bakeshop. From a fine cup of coffee to a savoury sandwich with a slice of the tastiest, crunchy pickle (seriously), every detail assures taste bud satisfaction.
 

The new menu focuses on classic comfort food with a twist. You can enjoy a meal and delightful treat in the charming café on the second floor, or in the tranquility of the front garden (weather permitting).

Another much-loved niche at Annina’s displays a great selection of preservative-free, house-made sauces and dressings, frozen meals, quiches, and a variety of scrumptious meat pies. If you love unique flavourings, have a browse and you will discover the perfect taste sensations to enhance your favourite dishes - Artisanal honey and jams, premium oils and vinegars, seasonings, pickles, mustards, and more. You may want to select a few items to create a custom gift basket for that special someone who appreciates fine food.
 

With over 25 years of extensive experience, Chef Marco Cassano offers full-service catering for any special occasion and event style. The finest ingredients are prepared and served to perfection. Impeccable service and attention to detail create the ideal experience for you and your guests. Relax and imagine! Your event can be deliciously stress-free.
 

Annina’s Bake Shop, Café & Catering is well recognized as a foodie destination for cottagers and travellers, cyclists, locals, and lovers of amazing baked goods.

“Always Quality Ingredients – Crafted With Love!”  

Also Available: Gluten-free and Vegetarian Options

Made to Order: Nut-free, Vegan, and Organic

Click on FOOD & DRINK in the Navigation/Dropdown Bar and scroll down to view Ad. 

905-640-0691

www.anninasbakeshop.com

300 Hwy 47

Goodwood, Ontario

L0C 1A0

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Quality Service Meeting Your Needs

Michelle Ulch is a member of the Dodd & Souter family business. She joined the team in 1996 and has made her way from working in sales to the office. She tells us, “Choosing the right business for your flooring purchase is important. This is an investment that you look at every day for many years. We’ve had customers share with us that the carpet we installed 30 years ago still looks good; they just want a change.”

Three Generations In The Family Business

Michelle’s parents, Mary and Grant Souter, and her brother Grant Jr. are all part of the family business. Howard Souter (Grant’s father) along with Grant’s uncle, Grant Dodd, opened the business in 1959 as a paint and wallpaper store on Byron Street in Whitby. They eventually added stylish brands of drapery and carpet; then continued to focus mainly on carpet along with additional brands of flooring. In the year 2000, Dodd & Souter Flooring moved to its present location at 1624 Dundas Street, East. 

“Our Customers Report That We Have Great Salespeople and Installers.”

Michelle expresses to us, “Dodd & Souter Flooring is not commission-based; our main focus is to ensure that our customers receive the right products to fit their needs. Most of our sales team has been with us for many years and have great experience. They love to help our customers and enjoy hearing about their flooring stories.”

Free In-Home Estimate & Installation

There’s no charge for a team representative to come to your home (or business) to take measurements. This information is then utilized to provide you with a free estimate that’s precise. Our professional installers have been with us for 9 to 20 years and we provide a 

2-year warranty on flooring installation. 

Environmentally-Friendly Flooring

The industry is evolving to create new and unique flooring colours, patterns, and designs. Flooring is an artistic expression and the right flooring can last for years while hiding wear and tear from everyday use. People are transforming their homes to be lighter and brighter. They are seeking flooring materials that are more sustainable and environmentally friendly. We have listed a few options that are available at Dodd & Souter Flooring:

• Canadian-made Flooring- responsible manufacturing processes is a must.

• Flooring that will hold up for years.

• Flooring materials that can be reused or recycled.

• Biodegradable Flooring

• Plant Fiber Carpet

• Carpet made from recycled materials.

• Cork Flooring

• Linoleum Flooring such as Marmoleum.

• Wood Flooring that is certified by FSC(Forest Stewardship Council).

• Engineered Hardwood with Floorscore Certification (minimum indoor air pollution/offgas).

• Adhesives and sealants with low-VOC(Volatile Organic Compounds).

Tips

We encourage you to borrow flooring samples (at no cost). This is a very important step when choosing the right style of flooring. Samples may appear different from when they are in our showroom because the lighting and wall colour(s) in your home can affect the look of the flooring you’re interested in purchasing.

Some websites have “room visualizers” where you can choose a flooring image and then place it into a room scene such as a bathroom, bedroom, or living room. You can also choose a carpet colour and upload it to your own picture. In this way, you can visualize the flooring in the exact place where you want it laid. Remember, we’ll lend you samples to ensure the colouring is a match. The backlighting on a computer or phone can change the look. Come on in, have a visit and we’ll get you started.

Mon to Thu: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Fri: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sat: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sun: Closed

www.doddandsouter.ca

(905) 433-0080

1624 Dundas St. East

Whitby, Ontario

L1N 2K8

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