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181-191 BRAYSIDE STREET
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Central Elgin intends to designate the following property as a property of cultural heritage value or interest pursuant to section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. O.18: Selborne mill and two joined log cabins located on property known municipally as 181-191 Brayside Street and legally described as Part of Lots 2 and 3, Concession 1, Parts 4, 5 and 6, Plan 11R-2108,...
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Happy Thanksgiving!
The Thanksgiving holiday will be a little bit different this year. The safest way to celebrate is with those in your immediate household. Please remember to celebrate safely to help protect the community you love.
Wishing you and your loved ones a very safe and happy Thanksgiving!

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If a pot of oil catches fire, never throw water on it. Instead, slide a lid over the pot and turn off the stove. Do not move the pot . 
You must be alert to prevent cooking fires. Drink responsibly when cooking. Alcohol is a factor in many home fires.  Cook responsibly!  
Work with your family on the attached activity to make a Home Fire Escape Plan. Make sure everyone knows what to do and where to go during a fire emergency. 

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Clear the clutter! Keep your cooking area clutter-free. Move anything that can burn away from the stove top. Keep anything that burns - plastic utensils, dishcloths, paper towels - a safe distance from the stove. Wear tight-fitting or rolled up sleeves when cooking. Loose, dangling clothing can catch fire. Check out the attached Hot, Can Get Hot, or Not Hot? activity for kids! This activity will teach kids what household items are potentially hot and dangerous.
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Prevent burns and scalds in the kitchen, keep young kids 1 metre (3 feet) away from the stove. Have a kid-free zone around hot things in the kitchen. Turn pot handles away from the stove's edge so they can't be knocked off easily.    
Have your child complete the attached Kid-Free Zone Activity to demonstrate staying 3 feet away from the stove.   

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