• The surprising tale of TWO "Teeth of Time"—one in Fergus and one in Elora (and what happened to each).

• Why the Elora Tooth of Time was nearly destroyed in 1903, and the unlikely hero who stepped in to save it.

• The dangerous, high-stakes repair job completed in just two weeks using ropes, aging trees, and daring crews.

• How First Nations peoples used the area as a traditional meeting place long before settlers arrived.

• The Tooth's ongoing legacy, from early repairs through major reinforcements in 1927 and 1980.

• Rare stories of people climbing and standing on the Tooth when water levels were low.

• Why this landmark remains one of the most photographed and beloved symbols of Elora today.

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What if one of Fergus' most respected doctors also had one of its most shocking secrets?

In this episode of the Elora Fergus Podcast, Ryan and Barb sit down with beloved local historian Pat Mestern, who brings to life the remarkable — and sometimes unbelievable — story of Dr. Abraham Groves, one of Canada's early medical pioneers and one of Fergus' most unforgettable characters.

Join us as Pat shares rich memories, family stories, and firsthand historical details you won't hear anywhere else.

• Who is Pat Mestern? How Fergus' most celebrated historian was destined for this work since childhood — and the mentor who set her on the path.

• What Fergus looked like decades ago - Pat paints a vivid picture of the town before restaurants, developments, and even paved roads.

• The extraordinary career of Dr. Groves - Including his role in one of the first appendectomies in North America, his innovations in hygiene, and his surprising approach to transportation.

• Fergus' own medical pioneer - His mill, his private hospital, and his early experiments with electricity.

• The controversial side of history - The truth about body snatching, autopsies at the poor house, and the local story many still whisper about.

• Personal stories from Pat's family - How her grandmother's friendship with Dr. Groves offers rare insight into his personality, compassion, and tragedies.

• Unexpected quirks - From a pet alligator to his unforgettable wagon — the details that make Dr. Groves larger than life.
  
  

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What does it look like to turn unimaginable loss into lasting impact?

In this deeply moving episode of the Elora Fergus Podcast, Ryan and Barb sit down with Jessica Hill — mother, community advocate, and founder of Team Addy — to honour the life of her daughter Addison (Addie) and share the powerful journey that followed her diagnosis with a rare childhood cancer. This conversation is filled with love, grief, resilience, and hope — and it's one you won't soon forget.

In this episode, you'll hear about:

• Addie's incredible spirit, compassion, and strength during her nine-month battle with angiosarcoma

• How a missed diagnosis led Jessica to become a fierce advocate for biopsies and early detection

• What sarcoma is — and why awareness and funding are still urgently needed

• How Team Addy has raised over $800,000 in just three years to support childhood cancer research • The community events, concerts, and grassroots efforts powering real change

• Why "no one fights alone" is more than a saying — it's a movement This episode is a tribute to a remarkable young person and a reminder of what's possible when love fuels action.

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