Arnprior Chronicle-Guide April 11, 2019

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Derek Dunn/Metroland Organizers of the student protest in Arnprior, Kyle Sheppard and Clare Scott, share reasons for their opposition to the Doug Ford government's planned changes in the school parking lot.

STUDENTS PROTEST FORD'S EDUCATION CUTS DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@metroland.com Hundreds of Arnprior students joined hundreds of thousands of students across Ontario to protest the Ford government's proposed changed to public education.

At Arnprior District High's (ADHS) parking lot, students

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held signs that said 'Our education matters' and 'We can't afFORD to be silent'. Taking the annual pigskin parade route, they chanted "Cuts hurt kids" and "Defend not divide" and "Education is our right; we will fight." A group from Walter Zadow Public School held a protest march at the same time - during afternoon school hours on April 4.

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For hours afterward, small groups of kids could be heard around the schools chanting and raising signs.

Education minister Lisa Thompson called the protests "union stunts" fostered by the opposition. The PC government's plan is to increase class sizes from 22 to 28 at the high school level which would likely result in

teacher job losses, fewer course choices, and less attention for vulnerable students.

ADHS student organizer Clare Scott laughed off the notion that unions or teachers put them up to it.

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quality. Yes, we care about their jobs; some are parents (of fellow students)," Clare said at the end of the march. "I'm extremely happy with the turnout. This shows how passionate we students feel about these proposed cuts."

She understands critics who say the government needs to pay down the debt and deficit; education is not the place, she said, it is an investment in future economies and other sectors.

"This approach hasn't been well thought out."

She disagrees with those who say the protest won't work; future voters across the province have come out in large numbers.

As for those who say she should be in class instead of the street, Clare insists she is protesting for a better class and school for current and future students.

Isn't politics too complicated for young minds to understand?

"Ha - I don't think so," she said. "We write essay papers and do research and seek out unbiased opinions on the facts and are taught how we are being influenced. “ That is why education is so important."

While no teachers actively participated in the protests in Arnprior and Renfrew, the Renfrew County unit president of the Ontario English Catholic Teachers' Association (OECTA), Tracey Pecarski, did show up at the Renfrew rally.

Pecarski, with a 'We deserve better' sign, quietly stood just outside the crowd of chanting students in a show of support. Students have a right to be concerned because the cuts the Ford government is proposing would be "devastating to their future and to their education," she said.

Pecarski said with some class sizes already up to 35 in Renfrew County, the cuts and increased mini-

Derek Dunn/Metroland Hundreds of students from Arnprior District High School protested through the streets, upset with the Progressive Conservative government's funding and job cuts to education.

A smaller protest made of Walter Zadow primary school students was taking place at the same time.

THE ISSUE: THE FORD GOVERNMENT IS PROMISING CUTS TO EDUCATION FUNDING LOCAL IMPACT: LARGER CLASS SIZES, FEWER TEACHERS AND COURSE SELECTIONS ARE AMONG THE CHANGES FACED mum size will mean classes of 40. "That's not conducive to anyone learning or teaching."

She said forcing students to take some courses online is "ridiculous," as not everyone succeeds in learning in that environment.

Two days later about 80 Renfrew County educators boarded a bus to Queen's Park for a rally attended by close to 30,000 from all over the province to protest the provincial government's plan to cut 3,475 full-time equivalent teaching positions (1,558 in 2019) to save $851 million over the next four years.

School boards have been asked not to replace any teachers retiring this summer.

Speakers at the rally, organized by five unions,

urged the government to make investments in education, not cuts.

However, Premier Doug Ford tweeted the government would not be "distracted" from implementing its changes to the education system.

On April 4, Education Minister Lisa Thompson responded to the student rallies by issuing a statement calling it a "disappointing day for Ontario's parents and students."

Too many teachers are "choosing to use students as a captive audience for their union's political agenda," she charged. She suggested parents concerned about their child's safety "because of any union support of the walkout" could contact the Ontario College of Teachers, noting it is the regulatory body responsible for teacher misconduct.

"I also want to advise all school boards that I expect them to take action to discipline anyone who abandons their classroom responsibilities," Thompson added.

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Students contacted us to draw media attention to an upcoming protest. It would occur at schools across Ontario with Metroland reporters covering some.

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BUSINESSES, VOLUNTEERS TAKE CENTRE STAGE DURING GALA RECEPTION DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@ metroland.com Arnprior area business leaders and volunteers were celebrated and thanked at a recent gala reception.

The 15th annual Business Achievement Awards & Gala reception, held April 4 at Nick Smith Centre, saw two municipalities and a business organization present the following: • Business of the Year Nev's Heating and Cooling • Arnprior Volunteer of the Year - Maureen Sly-Havey • Business Appreciation Award - Milliken Landscaping & Garden Centre • President's Award PJ's Restaurant • Agriculture Appreciation Award - Murray's Honey •McNab/Braeside Mayor's Award - Cathy Stevenson •Young Entrepreneur Alex Simek (Tropicana Pools & Spas) •Innovation Award The Downtown Spa •New Business Award Country Town Auto Centre • Skilled Trade Business Award - M. Sullivan & Son Restoration Division Greater Arnprior Chamber of Commerce (GACC) president Gabe Leclerc said business is excellent and benefiting from the talents of new entreprenaurs.

"Our business commu-

nity is thriving," Leclerc said. "It's very exciting to see the new faces we have here tonight."

When Arnprior Mayor Walter Stack introduced volunteer of the year Maureen Sly-Havey he spoke of her many causes, including the local hospital, the public library, humane society, and even minor hockey. The nurse at Queensway-Carleton Hospital participated in two events for L'Arche, was a two-time chairwoman of the library board, and also sat on ARH foundation's board.

GACC member Christine Jarrett spoke movingly about this year's business of the year award winner, Nev's Heating & Cooling, saying they helped her personally and conduct business in a highly professional and ethical manner.

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Clockwise from top: Winners at the 15th annual Greater Arnprior Chamber of Commerce business achievement awards and gala reception gather following the dinner and presentations.

Nev's Heating & Cooling is the Greater Arnprior Chamber of Commerce winner of the business of the year award.Maureen Sly-Havey, volunteer of the year, is on stage with Arnprior Mayor Stack.The mayor's award is given to McNab/Braeside's Cathy Stevenson who recently retired after more than 30 years as secretary at McNab Public School.

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VENDORS, CUSTOMERS SUGGEST TWEAKS TO ARNPRIOR MARKET JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com Arnprior Market customers would like to see weekly themes, more activities for children and greater variety in entertainment.

Arnprior marketing and economic development officer Lindsay Wilson provided council March 11 with a market update that included results of anonymous weekly questionnaires and a year-end survey of vendors and customers.

Last year the downtown market ran Sundays from May 20 to Sept. 30 in the parking area along John Street. It wrapped up with a Taste of the Valley, which will be back on Oct. 6 this year.

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customers each Sunday, with the highest attendance being 819 on Aug. 19. The market worked hand-in-hand with the summer Sunday concerts in the park series in attracting people to town.

Wilson is estimating sales for the downtown Sunday market in 2019 will be close to $60,000. That is based on a total of almost $35,000 in sales last year reported in 195 questionnaire responses.

When asked about their sales, 39 per cent of the vendors reported poor weeks, 40 per cent average and 21 per cent good. The weather played a major factor in most answers.

When asked about possible changes in the year-end survey, attendees proposed improved advertising and social media presence, kids activities, buskers, weekly themes,

and more options to buy premade food and drinks. They also recommended efforts to encourage more John Street businesses to open Sunday.

The vendors supported keeping the market fees low, closer washroom facilities, online marketing, discouraging farmers from repackaging and selling produce they don't grow themselves, clearly identifying where items for sale come from, and encouraging vendors from other markets to also participate in Arnprior's.

Nineteen of the 20 responding vendors indicated they will return this year.

In the year-end survey, 84 per cent agreed the 9 a.m. start time should stay while about a quarter wanted the 2 p.m. close changed to 1 p.m. and another 25 per cent preferred 3 p.m.

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was the preferred start date for 68 per cent, with 11 per cent wanting it earlier and 20 per cent supporting a June startup. About half agreed it should end Sept. 30, with 10 per cent wanting it ended earlier and 42 per cent later.

Wilson recommended council consider bylaw updates that better reflect set-up and teardown time (7 a.m. and 3 p.m.) and the fact the market continues to the end of September and not the Labour Day weekend, require the origin of products to be marked clearly, and limit the number of markets a vendor can miss to five.

The latter rule is needed to ensure "we have engaged vendors," said Wilson, noting the market is already 50 per cent full.

County Coun. Dan Lynch asked about the possibility of porta-potties as "it's a long run to the museum for seniors."

Wilson said organizers were looking for a spot where they could be located.

She also alerted council that more traffic control will be needed downtown during Taste of the Valley Oct. 6.

'VALUE ADDED': INVESTING IN TREES GOOD FOR ECONOMY, ENVIRONMENT, MPPS TOLD EMON SHARES VALUE OF FORESTRY MESSAGE AT QUEEN'S PARK JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com Investing in forestry and tree-planting makes good business and environmental sense.

That was the message a delegation that included Renfrew Reeve Peter Emon brought to legislators at Queen's Park March 20.

Emon and Forests Ontario CEO Rob Keen released a report outlining the positive impacts of tree planting, including jobs and a variety of spin-off benefits.

The Economic Value of Tree Planting in Southern Ontario, a report by Guelph-based consulting firm Green Analytics, described how the province has benefited from 10 plant-

ing seasons of the 50 Million Tree Program (50MTP). Since 2008, the program has overseen the planting of more than 24 million trees on 14,800 hectares. The plantings sequester 19,000 tonnes of carbon each year - the same amount of carbon emitted from driving more than 80 million kilometres.

Emon observed that in addition to obvious environmental benefits, the practice "leads to jobs and economic gains, as nurseries, landowners, municipalities and forestry consultants engage in treeplanting activities."

He detailed how in Renfrew County families have taken "excellent care" of the region's forest resourc-

es for more than six decades. Through the 50MTP, more than one million trees have been planted in the county.

The 50MTP plants 2.3 million trees each year.

The report indicates the plantings create a direct annual expenditure stimulus of $7.2 million per year and result in a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) stimulus of $12.7 million annually.

"The employment generated by the 50MTP is equivalent to 103 full-time jobs per year, or more than 300 full-time seasonal jobs," explained Keen. This does not even begin to consider the jobs supported by the extra 180,000 trees planted annually though other programs leveraged by Forests Ontario, he added.

In Eastern Ontario, more than 8.6 million trees

have been planted through the program, resulting in a GDP impact of $4.6 million, the support of more than 100 full-time seasonal jobs and ecosystem services valued at $29.8 million annually.

Keen shared more "good news" by referring to the report's calculations of the ecosystem service benefits derived from tree-planting such as carbon sequestration, recreation opportunities, and gas, water supply, nutrient and waste regulation.

Using standardized techniques for calculating ecosystem services, Green Analytics demonstrated the trees planted through Forests Ontario's efforts are conservatively valued at $82.7 million annually.

For every $1.80 the provincial government provides Forests Ontario to support tree planting, no less than $19.85 in ecosystem service value is derived. This translates to an 11:1 return on investment, concludes the report.

"The value of the ecosystem services will increase over time as planted trees mature and new trees continue to be planted," noted Keen.

From Emon's perspective as an elected municipal representative for 30 years, he wishes there were more programs that provide this kind of value, both in terms of cost efficiency, and economic, environmental and societal benefits.

"This report is important, because it speaks to all three of these 'legs of the stool'," explained Emon.

"Renfrew County landowners know trees; they believe planting trees is important for the environment and economy. This makes the 50MTP a good use of taxpayer dollars."

"When I talk with other politicians across the province, nobody ever says I want fewer trees," Keen concludes. "Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry (John) Yakabuski can tell his cabinet col-

leagues that even before the ecosystem services are calculated, he is realizing a 3:1 return on his investment in the 50MTP." For more on the program, visit www.forestsontario.ca.

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Municipal Matters April 11th, 2019 UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS Tuesday, April 16, 2019 @ 6:00 pm – Council Tuesday, May 7, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - Council All meetings held in the Council Chambers (3131 Old Perth Road) unless otherwise indicated.

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QUOTE FOR VEHICLE KROWN 2019

Sealed quotes on forms supplied by the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Roads and Public Works Department will be received by the Director of Roads and Public Works, at the Municipal Office located at 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte until 1:30 p.m. local time, on April 25, 2019 for the “Municipality of Mississippi Mills – Vehicle Krown 2019”.

To obtain a copy of the quote form email chartwick@ mississippimills.ca.

APPLICATIONS REQUESTED FOR FINANCE & POLICY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Get involved with your community! The Municipality of Mississippi Mills is looking for residents to apply for our municipal Finance and Policy Advisory Committee.

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GARbAGE AND RECYCLING COLLECTION Good Friday – April 19th & Easter Monday – April 22nd There will be NO CHANGES to the garbage and recycling collection during the week of April 15, 2019 and April 22, 2019.

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EQUIPMENT RENTAL QUOTATION FOR WINTER SNOW REMOVAL OPERATIONS ALMONTE WARD/PAKENHAM VILLAGE 2019-2022 The Municipality of Mississippi Mills is seeking quotations for the provision of equipment rental for the snow removal operations in Almonte and Pakenham.

All documents should be returned in a sealed envelope, clearly marked and dated: Municipality of Mississippi Mills 3131 Old Perth Road Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 Attn: Guy Bourgon, Director of Roads and Public Works “Equipment Rental Quotation For Winter Snow Removal Operations – 2019-2022” Consideration will not be given to the quote if received after Thursday, April 25 at 1:30 p.m.

For further information please call Rod Cameron, Operations Manager at 613-256-2064 ext. 232.

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NOTICE OF PUbLIC INFORMATION CENTRE ALMONTE DOWNTOWN CORE INFRASTRUCTURE RENEWAL DETAILED DESIGN We have arranged for a Public Information Centre (PIC) to answer questions from the public and solicit comments regarding the detailed design of the Almonte Downtown Core Infrastructure Renewal Project.

The PIC will take place from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30th, 2019 in the Auditorium of the Almonte Old Town Hall located at 14 Bridge Street.

The Public Information Centre will feature information on display, and Municipal Staff and the Engineering Consultant, Jp2g, will be on hand to discuss the project and obtain your feedback. You are welcome to drop in at any time during the evening.

Contact Us For more information or to provide your comments, please contact: Guy Bourgon, Director of Roads and Public Works, Municipality of Mississippi Mills, 613-256-2064 ext. 233, gbourgon@mississippimills.ca

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FRIDAY SPEEDERS NABBED BY OPP ON HIGHWAY 417 NEAR ARNPRIOR JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com It isn't the way you want to end off the work week.

OPP report nabbing three drivers Friday, April 5 for racing their vehicles at excessive speed on Highway 417 in the Arnprior area.

An OPP officer was conducting traffic enforcement on Highway 417 and stopped Jeffrey Cowan, 45, of Arnprior. Cowan was issued a summons for driving at excessive speed and will appear in Renfrew Court May 10.

On the same day, OPP stopped Nathan Kelly, 28, of Whitewater Region. He will also appear in court May 10 after being issued a summons for racing his motor vehicle.

The third driver stopped for speeding was a 17-year-old Arnprior male.

The three stops were among 260 calls investigated by Renfrew/Arnprior OPP April 1 to 7. Among the calls were six domestic disputes. One man was charged with assault and sexual assault.

Police advise there are several places to get help in dealing with abusive relationships, such as the Bernadette McCann House at 1-800-267-4930, the Women's Sexual Assault Centre of Renfrew at 1-800-6633060, Victim Services of Renfrew County at 1-877-568-5730 and assault response teams at hospital emergency departments. In emergencies call 9-1-1.

IMPAIRED DRIVING CHARGES OPP charged two drivers with impaired driving in Renfrew on the weekend.

On April 5, an OPP officer responded to a suspicious vehicle call in town. As a result of the investigation Justin Wright, 21, of Admaston/Bromley, has been charged with operating a motor vehicle while impaired. He was released on a promise to appear on May 1 at Renfrew court.

On April 6, an OPP officer conducted a traffic stop in Renfrew. As a result, Jordan Kohoko, 30, of Golden Lake has been charged with impaired driving and over 80 mg.

He was released on a promise to appear on May 1 in Renfrew court.

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is proposing to redevelop the existing Calabogie Generating Station (GS). This proposed undertaking will involve an Environmental Assessment (EA) under the Ontario Waterpower Association (OWA) Class EA for Waterpower Projects as a Project Associated with Existing Infrastructure. Constructed in 1917, the existing station has an installed capacity of 5 megawatts (MW) and is now at its end of life stage. OPG intends to redevelop the site and increase the station’s capacity to approximately 10 to 15 MW.

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NOTICE OF SECOND AND LAST OPEN HOUSE FOR THE PROPOSED UNDERTAKING UNDER THE ONTARIO WATERPOWER ASSOCIATION CLASS EA FOR WATERPOWER PROJECTS: CALABOGIE GENERATING STATION REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT The Proposed Undertaking is on the Madawaska River within the village of Calabogie, in the Township of Greater Madawaska, Ontario, as detailed on the map below. OPG does not plan to alter the approved water levels and flows as described in the Madawaska River Water Management Plan (WMP). As such, the anticipated zone of impact for the project is limited to the immediate area around the station (see shaded/hatched area on the map). A minor amendment to the WMP is anticipated under the Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act. This notice and public consultation process for the project under the Class EA is intended to coordinate and meet the notification requirements relevant to the planning stage of the project under both the Environmental Assessment Act and Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act statutes.

The Class EA process requires OPG to undertake an evaluation of the project to evaluate its potential effects to the environment (positive and negative) and prepare a detailed Environmental Report. The evaluation and resulting environmental report will assess the potential effects of the proposed waterpower project on the environment during both construction and operation.

OPG has identified certain environmental components that it expects to be the focus of the proposed project and will present findings about the proposed project, environmental effects and proposed mitigation and monitoring measures. Consultation with Indigenous communities and the public is an integral component of this process and allows interested parties to provide comments on the project. You are invited to provide comments on the issues to be addressed.

For information on the project proposal, to raise any issues or concerns, or to be placed on the project’s mailing list, please contact one of the individuals identified below. If the project proceeds as scheduled, construction could commence in 2020.

The second open house is scheduled as follows: Thursday, May 2, 2019, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Calabogie Community Hall, 574 Mill Street, Calabogie, Ontario, K0J 1H0 The open house will provide the public with more information about the Proposed Undertaking.

Anyone who attends will have the opportunity to speak directly with representatives from OPG and their environmental consulting team with regard to the OWA Class EA. OPG has retained Arcadis Canada Inc. to undertake the Class EA process. For more information, please contact: For more details, please visit calabogiegs.com.

Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Environmental Assessment Act, unless otherwise stated in the submission, any personal information such as name, address, telephone number and property location included in a submission will become part of the public record files for this matter and will be released, if requested, to any person.

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Ontario's education minister should have ventured out to talk to students April 4 instead of dispensing a self-serving press release from her ivory tower in Queen's Park.

If she had, perhaps she wouldn't have responded to students exercising their rights of expression in such a condescending fashion.

If the protesting students across the province were like those in Renfrew and Arnprior, they were wellversed in what the provincial government is planning for the education system. And for the most part they don't like what they see.

So good for the students. They organized public rallies to show how seriously concerned they are about proclamations from on high directly affecting their futures.

If they are like their parents, most students in Renfrew County are fiercely independent. They don't like people, especially know-it-alls from Toronto, telling them they know what's best for them.

Calling the rallies political 'stunts' and the students 'pawns' of the unions and teachers, as Lisa Thompson and Doug Ford have, is a slap in the face to all those students who took the time to research the issues. And then share their views with a noisy but respectful protest (students in Renfrew politely backed off the sidewalk at Low Square when asked to allow pedestrians to pass). There was no Yellow Vest car-burning or looting in Ontario.

Student leaders interviewed in Renfrew and Arnprior had a good grasp of why the education cuts would be especially devastating for rural students. And it was impressive to hear them speak out for the most vulnerable, decrying cuts to special needs education.

They have a solid case when they argue boosting the class size from 22-28 in non-urban school districts such as Renfrew County probably means classes of at least 40 (there are many in the 35 range now). For rural students, the change means less choice when it comes to course selection and the possibility arts and music classes and extracurriculars could be a thing of the past.

Then there are the mandatory online courses - certainly easier for city students to take than those where high-speed internet is spotty at best. The cuts to the Ontario Student Assistance Program are also more damaging in rural areas, where students have to move away from home for post-secondary education.

No wonder Renfrew County students are upset. The new education vision could even reduce the job opportunities they have at home. The loss of teacher jobs may not have a major impact on the urban economy, but dropping somewhere between 40 and 100 decent-paying jobs in Renfrew County will hurt local small business (and if health care cuts come too, it will be a double whammy).

So those belittling students for Thursday's rallies should think again. They are not only defending their education, they are standing up for the local economy and fair play for rural Ontario.

It's not the students who are behaving like political pawns. It's those politicians who are using ideology as an excuse not to listen to them.

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Russ Corbett photo Arnprior reader Russ Corbett photographed these large trumpeter swans (60-70 inches tall he gathers) on a local river. "The pure white are adults, pinkish white plumage are the juveniles," said Corbett. "They were finding aquatic plants by submerging their long necks."

LETTERS & COMMENTARY PET FECES NOT THE ONLY PROBLEM IN GILLIES GROVE: LETTER WRITER To the editor: Re: Do, do pick up doggie doo-doo.

This editorial is accurate in describing "how thoughtless some dog owners are," while some are very considerate. Speaking for those who worked for 12 years to 'Save the Grove,' it was never intended for this sensitive natural and cultural heritage area to be overrun by dogs off-leash, but to be preserved as a conservation area (not a "park," as this editorial describes Gillies Grove).

The issue of doo-doo lining the trails is only one part of the problem: untrained, aggressive dogs; dogs trekking off-trail damaging habitat of ground-nesting birds and plant life; damage to tree saplings; and spread of disease to humans and dogs are all issues of uncaring dog owners.

Recently, my wife and I came upon an aggressive

dog at the Ottawa Street gate. The dog was inside while we waited outside for the owner to appear. No apology!

After five minutes, we proceeded up the main trail only to have this same dog attacking us again. This dog walker called authorities, whereupon he was warned the next time he would be charged under the Animal Control Bylaw.

A few days later, this dog owner called us to apologize for his behaviour. In the same breath, he announced that he had no intention of leashing his dog (s), as "the dogs need a place to run off-leash."

Two thoughts: 1) What happened to respect for property owners of Gillies Grove and the Gallilee Mission, and bylaw?

2) Gillies Grove is already under major threat with housing/apartment and nursing home developments. Rezoning of Gillies Grove and this "takeover" by irresponsible dog owners could spell the "begin-

ning of the end" of Gillies Grove as a cultural and natural heritage jewel in Arnprior.

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PM'S ARROGANCE DISGUSTS READER To the editor: Prime Minister Trudeau - aspiring dictator your arrogance and hypocrisy disgust me.

Reading about the young women who turned their backs on you in the House gives me reason to hope that the anger and resentment incurred by the SNC-Lavalin coverup will not go away, but snowball.

You have broken multiple promises and unfairly punished two honourable and truthful women for sticking to their principles.

There is a line, I think from a play by Shakespeare, that you might have forgotten. Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.

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EVENTS THURSDAY, APRIL 11

Winter Magic & Maple Harvest WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: Fulton's Pancake House & Sugar Bush, 399 Sugar Bush Road, Mississippi Mills CONTACT: Fulton's Pancake House & Sugar Bush, 613-256-3867 COST: admission and parking free Saturday, february 16 to monday, april 22, 2019 (including all four days of easter weekend), weekdays: 9 am - 3 pmWeekends: 8 am - 3 pm

FRIDAY, APRIL 12

Burger Friday WHEN: 11:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m WHERE: Arnprior Legion, 49 Daniel St N, Arnprior CONTACT: 613-623-4722 COST: $4.50/ burger Every Friday, the Arnprior Legion has Burger Friday from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Cost: $4.50/ burger.

McNab/Braeside Easter Extravaganza WHEN: 6:00 p.m WHERE: John A. Gillies Recreation Centre, 138

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Sarah Street, McNabBraeside CONTACT: 613-623-5756, sconroy@mcnabbraeside.com COST: $10 Egg hunt begins at 6 p.m., pre-registration is required, baskets provided, outdoors, nut-free. Movie, duck, duck, goose begins at 7:10 p.m., popcorn and drinks, chairs provided.

SATURDAY, APRIL 13

Community Breakfast & Information Session WHEN: 8:00 a.m - 10:30 a.m WHERE: John A. Gillies Recreation Centre, 138 Sarah Street, McNab-Braeside CONTACT: Mandy, 6136235756, mcannon@mcnabbraeside.com, http:// mcnabbraeside.com COST:

Breakfast will be served from 8-9:30 a.m. The menu: pancakes, sausages, baked beans and refreshments. The McNab/Braeside Fire Department & Mayor Peckett will be presenting information and answering your questions.www.mcnabbraeside.com The Big Buck Show Ottawa Valley Edition WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Nick Smith Centre, 77 James St, Arnprior CONTACT: Heather Norman, 6132663961, bigbuckshowottawavalley@gmail.com, https://bigbuckshowottawav.wixsite.com COST: Tickets available here: https:// events.myconferencesuite.com/ Big_Buck_Show The Big Buck Show

Ottawa Valley Edition is a one day celebration of EVERYTHING outdoors and awesome in the Ottawa Valley.Meet the Beasely Brothers and have your rack measured by FROW. Come for the fun, stay for the adventure!

MONDAY, APRIL 15

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) WHEN: 6:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m WHERE: Arnprior Public Library, 21 Madawaska Street, Arnprior CONTACT: 613-623-5450 COST: $2.50 weekly, first meeting free TOPS is a non-profit group meeting every Monday (except holidays). Meetings are fun, informative and interesting. Lose weight sensibly with group support.

TUESDAY, APRIL 16

Euchre WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 4:30 p.m WHERE: Arnprior Legion, 49 Daniel St N, Arnprior CONTACT: 613-623-3635 COST: $4/person Euchre every Tuesday at the Arnprior Legion. Cost: $4/person. For more information: 613-623-3635.

THURSDAY, APRIL 18

Friendship Days hosted by Arnprior-Braeside-McNab Seniors at Home WHEN: 12:00 p.m - 2:00 p.m WHERE: Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church - Arnprior, 116 Baskin Dr W,, Arnprior CONTACT: 613-623-7981 COST: $10. Choice of Sandwiches. Please purchase tickets by noon, Tues. April 16.

A social afternoon, welcoming to all ages over 60, and those with disabilities or special needs, for a full course meal and entertainment featuring Allan Wright.

FRIDAY, APRIL 19

Burger Friday WHEN: 11:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m WHERE: Arnprior Legion, 49 Daniel St N, Arnprior CONTACT: 613-623-4722 COST: $4.50/ burger Every Friday, the Arnprior Legion has Burger Friday from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Cost: $4.50/ burger.

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WHERE: Seniors Active Living Centre, 77B Madawaska St, Arnprior CONTACT: Theresa Dunn, 1 (613) 897 0188 Share a meal and meet others in a circle gathering organized by the local Canadian Peace Initiative chapter. Themes: home, reality of homelessness. No charge. Bring yourself, a friend, and, if you wish, some finger food to share.

SATURDAY, APRIL 27

Quilters, Crafters, Knitters WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: Arnprior Masonic Hall, 31 James Street, Arnprior CONTACT: Gail Okum, 613-623-8390 COST: items for sale include material, yarn, notions, craft items, patterns.

Arnprior Agricultural Society's 4-Hand Euchre Tournament Series WHEN: 1:00 p.m WHERE: Arnprior Legion, 49 Daniel St N, Arnprior CONTACT: Cathy Wilson, 6136239186 COST: $20.00 per person 2 person teams, 8 games played and light lunch provided. $800 in Prizes. *New* Additional Prizes -Top Series Team Prize $200 & Top Series Woman and Top Series Man $100 each.

RACING CHARGES FOR LOCAL TEEN On April 4, an OPP officer conducting traffic enforcement on Highway 132 in Admaston/Bromley stopped Darin Verch, 18.

The Admaston/Bromley teenager was issued a summons for racing a motor vehicle at excessive speed and will appear in Renfrew court on May 10.

ASSAULT CHARGE On April 6, Renfrew OPP officers responded to an assault call at a business in Renfrew. As a result of the investigation, Niomy Hogan, 26, of Golden Lake has been charged with assault and possession of a schedule one substance.

She was released on a promise to appear in Renfrew court on May 22.

VANDALISM On April 6, an OPP officer was patrolling Raglan Street South in Renfrew and observed damage to trees in planters along the street. As a result of an investigation John Pettigrew, 22, of Admaston/ Bromley has been charged with mischief.

He was released on an appearance notice and will appear at Renfrew court on May 1.

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Call Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 613-735-8477 or toll-free at 1800-222-8477. You could help solve a crime.

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THE SNOW WALKERS WILL SOON BE GONE KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR UNIQUE SPRING INSECTS, WRITES MICHAEL RUNTZ MICHAEL RUNTZ Column

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Large animals always catch our eye. When a white-tailed deer bounds across a field, our eyes gravitate toward it. When a great blue heron rises from a marsh, we see it. But for every large animal that we do see, myriad small ones go unnoticed. Over the past few weeks there have been countless millions of small animals underfoot that seldom were paid any heed.

Most of those were moving on top of the snow, magically making an appearance when temperatures rose above freezing. At two millimetres in length, snow fleas, which are not fleas but tiny animals known as springtails, are the smallest. Until they spring into invisibility, they could easily be mistaken for specks of dirt.

Snow fleas were one considered to be insects but because they own many features not found in that group they were assigned to the class entognatha, a collection of small animals whose mouthparts are retracted inside the head. Most springtails reside atop the soil but some live on trees and some on the water. Snow fleas possess a unique antifreeze protein that allows them to remain active at sub-zero temperatures.

They also own a furcula, a forked structure tucked away under the end of their abdomen.

The name "springtail" arises from the

Michael Runtz photo Why Snow Scorpionflies (here, a female) appear atop the snow in late winter remains somewhat of a mystery. furcula's action; when released, it instantly catapults its owner into space.

For most of the year snow fleas dine on algae and other organic matter on top of the soil. Why they appear atop the snow in late winter still remains somewhat a mystery. Perhaps it is to dine on algae or perhaps to move around more easily.

If you get down on your hands and knees and look more closely at the countless minute black specks jumping on the snow, you might see larger creatures among them. These are true insects that, like snow fleas, lack wings and cannot fly. Two very different types are often present; both are odd-looking creatures indeed.

At eight millimetres long, snow flies are the giants of the snow walkers.

Living in underground mouse burrows in summer, why they come atop the snow in later winter is also a source of speculation. In addition to very long legs and a small head, a notable feature is a pair of stalked knobs extending from their sides. These are the halteres, a pair of reduced wings that likely have a sensory function.

My favourites, though,

are snow scorpionflies, which are four millimetres long. Neither scorpions nor flies, these fascinating insects have an odd, elongated face. The males sport a name-giving, scorpionlike appendage on their back end and a pair of steak knifelike appendages that hold the females on their back during mating. Snow scorpionflies eat mosses and appear atop the snow when snow fleas and snow flies make an appearance.

With winter finally on the wane, the snow walkers will soon vanish for another year. If you've never seen these remarkable animals before, be sure to look for them on the snow next spring.

Be sure to bring a magnifying glass and kneeling pads!

The Nature email is mruntz@start.ca Michael Runtz is a longtime columnist who teaches natural history and ornithology at Carleton University. He has worked as a naturalist in provincial and national parks, hosted the television series Wild by Nature, and has written and photographically illustrated 12 books on natural history topics.

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MEDIEVAL FEAST MAY 4 IN ARNPRIOR MARY CAMPBELL Any Scot will tell you that Stirling was one of King Arthur's castles. May 4 will see Carleton Reid Hall transformed into the iconic 6th century royal feasting venue for the McNab & District Celtic Heritage Society's Beltane Medieval Feast.

Dai Bassett will be on hand once more to host all lairds and ladies present.

But beware! The Beltane Feast is afoot.

Beltane is a "fire" feast, one of the four celebrated across Celtic Europe. On the eve of May 1, bonfires would glow on every hill as revelers met to dance, game, feast, and get giddy

on mead. Wish notes and tokens would be tossed in the fires for good luck during the coming year. Livestock would be driven between two fires for fertility and the smoke to rid animals of fleas and pests.

Men and women would dance, twining ribbon around the Maypole.

Pledges of love would be

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made, either holding hands over water or by "jumping the broom." Newlyweds would sneak off to the woods with a skin of honey wine to enjoy a few days and nights under May's honey moon. If they were lucky they might see a hare, visitor from the other world to give them luck or a raven carrying a warning message.

But beware! The greenwood is full of mysterious creatures.

Unicorns prance beneath the branches. Maidens might venture to capture one by its horn and steal a wish.

The girls need to be wary because the green man is always lurking, trying to steal their flower crowns from their maiden heads.

Will Stirling Castle see the Green Man, the Maidens,

or the Unicorn win? Or will the revelers be too busy laughing at the Jester, admiring the dresses, or participating in the archery and dancing to take care?

Will they find their true love as they break the Beltane Bannock; handfasting or renewing their vows by jumping the broom? Will they discover their future from the secret tokens hidden in the Beltane cake. Or will they be lulled with music having downed six courses of soup, eggs, chicken, lamb from the spit, ribs, tarts, fruit and cheese? Will they forget to beware?

Only you will know if you attend the Beltane Medieval Feast, Saturday May 4 at Emanuel Anglican Church Hall. Doors open at 5:00 Feasting begins at 5:30.

Tickets $30 single, $50/couple;, $15 12 and under; available from Slaters Bakery in Arnprior, Century21 on Daniel Street, Aikenhead's

Mary Cambpell photo May 4 will see Carleton Reid Hall transformed into Stirling Castle, the iconic 6th century royal feasting venue. in Renfrew, from members or by calling 613-623-1195.

Mary Campbell is a member of the McNab & District Celtic Heritage Society.

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A certified cheque or bank draft not less than the amount specified in the tender requirements must accompany each tender and the successful bidder will be required to provide a 100% performance bond and 50% materials and labour payment bond upon execution of the contract agreement.

Companies that wish to submit a tender for this contract must register with the Department in order to receive the tender documents and to be eligible to submit a tender. Tenders submitted by unregistered bidders will not be accepted.

Interested Contractors are advised of the following: The 2 year project, with winter shutdown, is for the rehabilitation of a 4 lane, multi span bridge over the Madawaska River located in the downtown setting of the Town of Arnprior. The general scope of work includes: - Repair concrete parapets and install new railings; -- Improvement and repairs on approach roadways including milling, paving and pavement marking; - Associated work of traffic controls and staging; - Miscellaneous concrete repairs to components throughout the structure; and - Other miscellaneous work.

- Repair, overlay, waterproof and paving of the deck; - Repair and overlay sidewalks; - Replace the deck drains; - Replace ballast walls and approach slab; - Replace the expansion joints; - Replace bearings at abutments; - Replace section of watermain on approaches; - Replace guiderails;

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Becky Ranger Photo The winning team of Arnprior's Fourth Annual Music Trivia Night, The Looney Tunes. Front: Emma Armstrong, Middle from left: Paula Murphy, Sandra Chamberlain, Barb Armstrong, Back from left: Peter Murphy, David Chamberlain, Andrew Armstrong, Steve O'Brien.

MUSIC TRIVIA NIGHT DRAWS CROWD BECKY RANGER The community was out in full force on Friday, as the Nick Smith Centre was packed with enthusiastic teams for Arnprior's fourth annual Music Trivia Night

in support of ArnpriorBraeside-McNab Seniors At Home Program Inc. and Arnprior Regional Health.

Jason Marshall, of Valley Heritage Radio did not disappoint, with an array of questions, music clips,

live entertainment, and lots of laughs. After a nailbiting tie breaker, the winning team, Looney Tunes, came away with bragging rights and a coveted spot on the "Top Musical Prodigies" plaque.

ARNPRIOR SCHOOL WINS FIRST ARCTIC WINTER GAMES IN EGANVILLE JONATHAN MULVIHILL jmulvihill@metroland.com After plenty of fun and laughter in the fresh air, young athletes from St. Joseph's Arnprior ranked high in all the events, becoming the victors in the première Arctic Winter Games.

The Renfrew County Catholic District School Board (RCCDSB) was proud to hold the first Winter Games at the Shaw Woods Outdoor Education Centre in Eganville on March 25.

With more than 60 young athletes from the elementary schools across the county, the Winter Games were held in partnership with the Ottawa Inuit Children's Centre (OICC) and Shaw Woods. The games celebrated Inuit cultures and traditions, while promoting the values of the northern regions of Canada.

Both elementary schools in Arnprior (St. Joe's Arnprior and St. John XXIII) and the three in Renfrew (St. Joe's, St. Thomas and Our Lady of Fatima) all had athletes who participated in the games.

Kellie Hisko, the Indigenous education lead, talked about how the Winter Games were introduced to the schools.

"In January, the schools were visited by Dion "Stranger" Metcalfe from the OICC, where he gave a presentation on the upcoming games," Hisko said.

"The students seemed very enthusiastic to take part in some of the demonstrations held, and Stranger was able to impart some important lessons not only related to Indigenous education, but on spirituality and life itself."

There were five events in this year's games, and four age categories: Junior

Lynn Johannson photo St. Joseph's Arnprior athletes competed in the first RCCDSB Arctic Winter Games in Eganville and placed first overall. From left: coach Andrew Smith, David Gilks, Cole Maisonneauve, Jill Hennessy and Hanna Habecker. and intermediate for both boys and girls.

In the one-foot high kick, the competitor jumps

with both feet, kicks a hanging ball with one foot and then must land on the same foot.

The two-foot high kick is similar to the one foot, except the competitor must kick with both feet.

In the Alaskan high kick, competitors would need to balance on one foot while holding the other, kicking the target with the balancing foot.

In the back push, each competitor would attempt to push their opponent out of position or across a target line.

In the arm pull, athletes would interlock arms at the elbows, with each attempting to pull their opponent over to break the elbow lock.

Hisko said that since this is the first year for the games, the decision to make it an annual event is still up in the air.

"No plans have been solidified as of yet, we will see how this year's games do and go from there," Hisko said.

St. Michael's in Douglas placed second overall, while St. Thomas the Apostle in Renfrew was third.

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Students and staff at St. Joseph's School in Arnprior met April 2 in honour of students living with autism on World Autism Awareness Day. One student, Daniel Templeman, presented his speech to the school about what it is like to live with autism and his message was clear. He can do anything that anyone else can do, he just does it differently.

"Daniel is in Grade 7 and is moving on next year to St. Joseph's High School. The speech presentation was a nice send off for Daniel and for the whole school to know him a little better," said a

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Garlic spare ribs and chicken fried rice, Chinese calendar placemats and fortune cookies.

Back then, every night, it seemed, some obnoxious drunk would take off without paying.

The owner would chase him a few yards up the sidewalk but couldn't leave the premises for long. Patrons might snicker or leave an extra tip. An elderly immigrant struggling to serve ungrateful partiers. None of us would go after the culprit.

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Chop suey is not on the menu. Which has me guessing Arnprior's Chinese restaurant didn't make it into the recently released Chop Suey Nation by Ann Hui. The journalist travelled across Canada, visiting small-town Chinese restaurants along the way, asking the owners, "How did you wind up here?"

It's an interesting read that shows regional peculiarities (chow mein in Newfoundland uses the easily obtainable shredded cabbage instead of crispy noodles), along with moving personal stories. After her travels, Hui learned even her parents worked at Chinese restaurants.

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Chinese food can't be found in China, but it is found across Canada with much more variety - reflecting regional tastes - than fast-food chains offer.

The meal was very good plentiful, the ding quite fresh, even the plate a curious shape with pleasing colours. All for $12.

Perhaps the egg roll could have been more full. Nonetheless, I paid gladly, knowing that even if I wanted to, outrunning the waitress was futile.

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SENIORS FAIR OFFERS ONE-STOP SHOPPING DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@ metroland.com The hall at Nick Smith Centre was packed with participants of a fair focused squarely on the senior demographic.

About 30 tables of public institutions, private businesses, and all in between offered information (and some sweets) to Arnprior and area's seniors on March 30. Speakers gave presentations on topics ranging from Tai Chi, funeral services, travel, hearing care, dementia, insurance, smart clothing, and yoga.

A free swim and skate was also offered up to seniors.

A small grant of $2,500 from the provincial government allowed the Town of Arnprior to host the event before the end of March. The Seniors Information and Active Living Fair was followed the next day at the hall by the Recreation and Culture Fair.

Derek Dunn/Metroland Pictured are, clockwise from above: Shelley Wesseling is with Older Adults Centres' Association of Ontario, a provincial government funding organization behind the seniors fair at Nick Smith Centre on March 30. She had a busy day with many curious people picking up copies of A Guide to Programs and Services for Seniors in Ontario; Registered nurse Erin Robertson represents Renfrew County & District Health Unit at the seniors fair. She was offering information on hot topics such as cannabis and vaccinations; Samatha Boualavong and Madison McFarlane of Clancy's Drug Store are among the many participants at the fair.

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Is it called Havey's Hill? Or maybe the practical (yet highly unpoetic) TobogganHill-Next-To-The-Public-Works-Building?

Or maybe something else. It is hard to tell because there is no sign at the land along James Street in Arnprior. There is no sign indicating who owns the property either, and that could be an issue.

JUST THE FACTS • For many years now the hill has been popular with kids and adults alike to sleigh down during the long winters. It is even listed as an official destination during the Optimist Club of Arnprior's annual winter carnival, though most events take place indoors at the nearby Nick Smith Centre.

• As it turns out, the park is not actually a park strictly speaking. It is considered a "greenspace" - a passive parcel of land owned and maintained by the municipality, but not considered a place for plays-

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• That means residents are on their own if an accident occurs.

• "We don't encourage it to be used as a toboggan hill," said John Steckly, the town's operations manager. "You do so at your own risk."

• There are no plans to turn it into a formal park, or to sell it off as the town has done with several similar greenspaces; notably the former Allan Drive Park. It had a sign calling it a park, but was actually considered by the town as surplus greenspace and sold off last year.

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The families of the late Desmond “Des” Herrick would like to thank our extended family, friends and neighbours for the beautiful flowers, donations and the kind words of comfort, love and support offered in Des’ memory. Thank you to Fr. John Burchat, Fr. Michael Lund, Fr. Kerry Brennan, Fr. Ryan Holly, Fr. Grant Neville and Deacon Adrien Chaput for concelebrating Des’ funeral Mass at St. John Chrysostom Parish in Arnprior.

Thanks to André Pilon and staff at Pilon Funeral Home and Chapel in Arnprior for their guidance, support and kindness during this difficult time and to Riley Catering Co. for the wonderful lunch catered following Mass. We want to acknowledge Dr. Stephanie Langlois as well as Dr. Bruce Strader and nurse Debbie for the many years of excellent care of Des. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. We take comfort in knowing that Des will live on in the hearts of all of those he touched.

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(nee McKay) August 7, 1922 - April 4, 2019 Peacefully at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Ottawa on Thursday morning, April 4, 2019; Miriam Annie Seabert of Arnprior passed away at the age of 96 years. Beloved wife of the late Maurice Seabert (November 25, 2008). Dearly loved mother of Valerie Strike (Gary) of Carleton Place. Cherished Mama of Shannon (Chantelle) of Franktown; Benjamin of Carleton Place; Robbie (Erin) of Kingston and Stacey of Vancouver. Proud Great-Grandma of Sierra, Hayden, Elsie, Peter and Leona (born April 4, 2019). Miriam was the last surviving child of the late Leslie and Mabel (nee Jones) McKay. She was predeceased by her sisters: Mildred Blumberg (late Herbert), Beryl Bailey (late Raymond), Jean McCabe (late Gerald), Elizabeth Royea (late Clifford) and Gladys Brown as well as her brother, Bill McKay. Dear sister-in-law of Richard Brown of Sault Ste. Marie. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Miriam lived a long and wonderful life. She loved her family above all else. She enjoyed 59 wonderful years of marriage with Maurice. She will be missed. Friends are invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday morning, April 20th from 9:30 to 10:45. A Tribute to Miriam will follow in the Pilon Family Chapel at 11 o’clock. Interment will follow at the Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior. In memory of Miriam, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation.

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In his 90th year, Bob died very peacefully in Orchard View Retirement Community on April 5, 2019. The devoted husband of Frances for 66 years, Bob was the much loved and respected father of Catherine (Ken), Robert (Marian), and Susan (Jeff). He was the loved grandfather of Eleanor, David, Emma (Kevin), Bob, Isabel (Travis), Sarah (Philip), Margaret and Katherine and great-grandfather of Audrey. The son of the late Burns and Margaret Renwick, he is survived by his siblings, Helen (Frank), Jerry (late Shirley), Millie (late Charlie and Oscar) and John (Carol and late Patty). Bob was predeceased by brothers Roy (late Theresa and Giselle) and Bill (Sylvia). He is also survived by many loved nieces and nephews. Bob was a father figure and mentor to many members of his family. He will be dearly missed.

A man of curiosity, Bob was always interested in learning and understanding. He was a hard worker, an enthusiastic square dancer, avid snowmobiler and above all, a principled man.

Bob was physically stoic while emotionally warm and sentimental.

The Renwick family is very grateful to the wonderful caring staff of Orchardview Retirement Community. Dr. Christiane Deschenes, Bob’s family physician, continued her excellent care to the end of Bob’s life. In addition, thank you to Richard Evans, Johnny Terpstra, and Tim and Pauline McCurdy who facilitated Mom’s daily visits with Dad over the last 2 years. Thank you for the love and support given to his family by individuals who visited and sent messages from near and far which were shared with Bob in his final days.

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127 Church Street, Almonte ON 613-256-3313 on Friday, April 26 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 6:00 to 8:00 pm. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 27, at 11:00 am in the Gamble Chapel. Bob’s very favourite colour was RED. As a symbol of Bob’s life, please consider wearing a ‘touch of red’ to his service.

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, greatgrandfather and friend, Frank Stacey at his home in Renfrew on April 6th, 2019. Frank was a devoted husband, father and family man. A proud brother in IBEW, his work taking him across Canada. A dedicated former minor hockey coach, an avid and knowledgeable sports fan, an astute horse handicapper and fisherman with a love of great music and the open road. Frank will be missed by his cherished daughter Angela Stacey (Steve White), grandchildren Kevin Stacey, Shannon Stacey, Jennifer Stacey (Rob Funk), Katie Stacey, great grandchildren Gemma and Alexis, daughters-in-law Bobbi Stacey, Jane Glavin, step-children Sharon Martin (Byron), Brian Wilson (Kathy), grandchildren Julie Officer (David), Emily Martin, George Martin (Caroline), Pamela Kholsmith (John), Laurie Wilson, Graham Wilson, and great-grandchildren Dominick, Rylan, Daniel, Campbell, Reese and Sadie.

Frank was a man who loved and lost greatly in his life. Predeceased by his parents Fleming and Catherine Stacey, his sister Joy Stacey, wife and mother of his children Francoise Martel, wife and best friend Janet Crozier, beloved son Jeff and his wife Wendy, beloved son Rodney. and stepson Richard Wilson.

Visiting at McPhail & Perkins Funeral Home, 85 Munroe Ave. E., Renfrew on Saturday, April 13 from 12:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday at 3:00 p.m. Inurnment to take place at a later date in St. Therese D’Avila Cemetery in Marionville, Ontario.

In lieu of flowers, charitable donations to Parkinson’s Research at The Ottawa Hospital Foundation ohfoundation.ca would be appreciated by the family.

“For if you always think of me, I will never be gone.” Margaret Mead Condolences or donations may be made at www.mcphailandperkins.ca

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KEARNS, Christena

Christena passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Sunday, March 17, 2019, at the age of 96. Predeceased by her loving husband Alfred Kearns, infant son Ricky, step-daughter Jean, daughter-in-law Lori, niece Charlotte, and cousin Ellen. Dearly loved mother of Mike (Debbie), Margaret McCagg (Ted), Sandra and Linda. Cherished grandmother of Erin (Nathan) and Kevin McCagg. Fondly remembered as Granny Chris

by Tony, Sonja and Sammy McKay. Loving aunt of Judy McKibbon and Larry Kearns, dear cousin of Joan Fraser and the Downey clan.

Christena will be dearly missed by her extended family of cousins, great- and greatgreat grandchildren. Always active and up for an adventure, Christena went hot-air ballooning and indoor skydiving while in her 80’s. In her early 90’s, daughters Sandra and Linda welcomed her into their home where she enjoyed a wonderful view of the birds and other visitors to the Monahan Wetlands area.

Christena was a longstanding member at Bells Corners United Church, where she lovingly cared for children in their Nursery for many, many years and enjoyed every minute of it. A Celebration of Life will be held at Bells Corners United Church, 3955 Old Richmond Road, on Friday, April 12, 2019 at 11:00 a.m., reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to Bells Corners United Church, Elizabeth Bruyère Centre, or Ottawa Humane Society.

“Until we meet again.”

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Gerald Frank Schilling

In his 95 year of life, passed away on March 27, 2019 at Groves Park Lodge, a caring and loving Nursing Home in Renfrew.

He was born in Ottawa to loving parents Karl and Minnie (Kritsch) Schilling and was the sibling to Erma and Doreen. Gerald (or Gerry to his friends and family) was kind hearted and was always there to help a friend in need. Many who knew him considered him a close friend or family member. Gerald was a huge fan of the theatre and movies and would take every opportunity he had to introduce people to the classics. A real entertainer with friends and family, he was a true Rebel Without a Cause. Gerald was predeceased by his parents and sister Erma.

All professional arrangements have been entrusted to Zohr Family Funeral Home, 22 Raglan St. S. Renfrew. There will be a Memorial Service to recognize Gerald’s life and passing on April 13, 2019, at 10:00am, at St. James Lutheran Church, Renfrew. With a reception following to celebrate his life at Coco-Jerry’s.

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(August 10,1930 March 27, 2019) It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of Isobel McGill at Rideaucrest Home in Kingston Ontario.

Isobel was born in Carleton Place but lived in Almonte for most of her life. She was what can best be described as “the salt of the earth”. Isobel is predeceased by her husband Russell McGill and her daughter Lynda Krueger (McGill). She will be truly missed by her son Carl, and his partner Laurie Crawford.

She will also be missed by her daughter Brenda Balkwill (McGill). Dearly loved grandmother of Maryn McGill, Kelsey Moor (McGill) (Jeff Moor), Connor McGill, Lance Krueger (Megan Krueger), Brooke Krueger, Tavis and Josh Balkwill. Great grandmother to Paisley and Knox Moor and Marshal and Russell Kreuger. A Graveside Ceremony will be conducted at the Auld Kirk Cemetery on May 25, 2019 at 12pm with a Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date.

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FISHENDEN, William George “Bill”

January 05, 1957 March 30, 2019 It is with profound sadness that Bill’s family announces his peaceful passing with loved ones by his side on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at the age of 62. Born and raised in Renfrew, Ontario Bill was the son of George and Kay (Hough) Fishenden (both deceased). Integrity of principles and respect for the outdoors characterized his passionate life. In 2012, he reitred as Team Leader, Land Services for the Albert Department of the Environment, Water Management Operations.

Bill is lovingly remembered by his sisters Marg Sheahan (Dan) and Cathy Freemark (Tom) both of Renfrew, Ontario. Also remembering Bill are his four nieces and one nephew; Tara (Scott), Devon (Mike), Shaun (Christie), Erin (Chris) and Caitlin as well as his eight “great ones”; Abigael, Maebel, Emma, Ella, Drew, Nate, Declan and Mila. A countless number of dear friends will miss his keen wit, warm smile and laughing eyes. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Sylvan Lake branch, Sylvan Lake, Alberta on Friday, April 12, 2019. Bill’s memory will also be honoured in Renfrew, Ontario at a date to be announced.

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Wilkins, Timothy Charles Allen

January 30. 1953 March 20. 2019 Tim passed away peacefully at the Mayfair Care Facility in Calgary on Wednesday, March 20, 2019. For those that had a chance to meet Tim, he was a special character and regardless of the circumstance, was able to draw out a laugh and smile. He had an ear for music and while he couldn’t read a note, could play almost anything. He surprised many with his passion and talent for cooking. He was loved and will be dearly missed by sisters, Judith (Doug Ryan), Janice (Gus Pappas), brothers Peter (Nancy) and Mark (Cindy) as well as many nieces and nephews. Tim was predeceased by his parents Russ and Roma Wilkins. Tim will be cremated and a private family internment held.

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Branje, Gerry

Jan 14 1969 March 27 2019

Until we can be together again...

Love me ! XOXOXO

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Wendy Maisonneuve (nee Periard)

To You: They say there is a reason, They say that time will heal.

But neither time nor reason, Will change the way I feel.

For no one knows the heart ache, That lives behind our smile’s.

No one knows how many times, We have broken down and cried.

We want to tell you something, So there won’t be any doubt.

You are so wonderful to think of, But so hard to be without!

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On Wednesday March 27 the world has lost a true to life Wonder Woman!!

After over a year of some of the worst battles anyone should ever have to endure, while surrounded by her family, our super hero Mama Winder, lost the fight against cancer. Loving wife and best friend of Ben Maisonneuve for 20 yrs.

Amazing mother of Emily Maisonneuve, Jeff Currie, Matt Currie (Kristen) and Chris Currie (Megan) Grandmother to Kaylee Currie.

Daughter of Bruce Periard and Marlene Periard (nee Smith). Sister of Martyn Periard (Kate and Ryder). As per Wendy’s wishes cremation has taken place and a celebration of her life was held at the Masonic Hall in Arnprior on Saturday April 6 2019

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ALLISON SHIER, Doris

Peacefully at the Renfrew Victoria Hospital while surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday evening, April 2, 2019; Doris Bell Allison Shier of Arnprior; formerly of Lachine, Quebec passed away at the age of 77. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth Shier. Dearly loved mother of Kimberley Ann Shier (Arthur Gayton) of Montreal; Rhonda-Lynn Shier (Paul Slavik) of Amherstburg and Stephanie Lee Shier (Paul Arnkvarn) of Arnprior. Cherished “Grandma” of Cheryl-Ann Shier (Andrew Martin), Jonathan Shier, Melissa Frances Showers, Emily-Ann Showers, Lauren Miron and Alexander Arnkvarn. Dear sister of Judy Allison (late Duncan Millican) and Douglas Allison, both of Lachine, QC. Daughter of the late David and Frances (nee Davenport) Allison. Predeceased by 2 brothers: Michael and David. Doris’ final care has been entrusted to the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. Interment will take place in Lachine, QC later in the summer.

Condolences/Memories/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

(Longtime member and trustee of the Almonte United Church) Passed away peacefully with family by his side in the Almonte General Hospital on April 6, 2019.

Gerry of Almonte, Ontario, in his 87th year.

Beloved and devoted husband for over sixtyfour years to Evelyn. Will be sadly missed by his children John (Shelley), Victor (Cathy), Lisa (Ian), Rodger, the late Stephen predeceased also by grandson Tyler. Proud “Opa” to seven grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren with two more on the way.

Predeceased by his parents John and Arnoldina as well as his siblings Martin, Willy, Harry, Arney, Jack Martha and Josefien.

Survived by his siblings John, Mary, Nick, and Joan. Donations in memory of Gerry may be made to the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation or the Almonte United Church.

Family and Friends May Visit C.R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc. (127 Church St., Almonte, ON., 613-256-3313) On Wednesday, April 10, 2019 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm. A Chapel service will be held at 11am on Thursday, April 11, 2019. Reception to follow in the Almonte United Church Hall.

Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

Coules, Israel Lawrence “Ike”

In Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Sunday March 31, 2019, Ike Coules, age 77 years. Son of the late Frank & Clara (Gauthier) Coules. Beloved husband of Marion Kargus; dear father of Bev Archer. Dear grandfather of Robin, Josh (Jenna), Lauren & Kelly Felhaber. Dear brother of Mary (Kevin) Springer, Jeannette (late Michael) Mulcahy, Gerald (Jean), Francis (Gertrude). Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Pre-deceased by Cecil, David, Rose, Darlene, Wally, Tom & Ruth. Visitations at the Goulet Funeral Home, 310 Argyle St. S., Renfrew, Thursday April 4th: 2-4, 7-9 p.m. only. Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Friday April 5th at 10:30 a.m. Spring interment St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. In memory of Ike, donations to Hospice Renfrew would be appreciated.

Online condolences/donations: www.gouletfuneralhome.com

Geert Roseboom passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 6, 2019 in his 91st year. Geert will be lovingly remembered by (Janke) Jane Smit, his partner in marriage and life since 1954, and by his children and grandchildren: Frederick/Dianne, Ottawa; Jane/Hank, Calgary (Janneka/Drew, Jacob, Fay-Anne and little Nova), Calgary and Ottawa; Lincoln/Corinne (Benjamin, Caleb, and Leah along with their mother, Joan), Ottawa and Montreal; and Ferdinand, Renfrew. He will also be missed by his four siblings and many cousins in his birthplace, The Netherlands.

Geert immigrated to Canada (Renfrew) in 1952 and began a long career with the maintenance department of the Bonnechere Manor in 1957.

Throughout the years since retirement, he has continued to use his diverse handy-man skills in cheerful service to his family, church and community. His “whistle-while-you-work” approach to life will be dearly missed.

At the family’s request there will be no visitation. Private interment at Rosebank Cemetery in the spring A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Professional services have been entrusted to McPhail & Perkins Funeral Home.

“What no eye has seen, no ear has heard, and that which never entered man’s mind has God prepared for those he loveth” 1 Cor. 2:9

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Remembering you is easy, We do it every day, But missing you is a heartache, That never goes away.

We hold you tightly within our hearts, And there you will remain, Life has gone on without you But it will never be the same.”

Philip Laprade December 1958 - April 2018 We often think of days gone by, When we were all together.

A shadow o’er our lives has cast, Our loved one’s gone forever.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Position Title: Administrative Assistant, Chief & Council Tenure: Term ending March 27, 2020 with the possibility of extension.

Office: Chief & Council Location: Administration Office, Council Chambers Salary Range: To be determined Open To: As per Policy 20.3 Closing Date: April 12, 2019 @ 4:30 pm

SUMMARY The Administrative Assistant, Chief & Council will be responsible for providing assistance in the day to day political and administrative operations of the office of the Chief and Council and regular communication with the community, general public and the federal/provincial governments.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS Successful completion of a relevant Post-Secondary education preferably Office Administration Diploma with one year of experience in an office environment OR Secondary School Diploma with three years’ related work experience in an office environment OR Secondary School Diploma with three years’ related work experience in an office environment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must possess a minimum of a valid class “G” driver’s license and have access to a dependable vehicle; with availability to travel when required.

Contact Person: Alanna Hein, Executive Assistant Phone #: (613) 625-2800 Ext 228 Address: Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation, 1657A Mishomis Inamo, Pikwakanagan, ON K0J 1X0

Qualifications: 1. Successfully completed O.S.S.D (Grade 12) or equivalent.

2. Experience in the operation of heavy equipment, including bulldozer, track loader, wheel loader and/or other miscellaneous equipment.

3. Experience working with the public and possess excellent communication skills.

4. Demonstrated excellent safety record, ability to meet physical demands of the position.

5. Work schedule will require staff to work during the week and on some Saturdays.

Copy of job description can be found on the Township website or at the municipal office. A typical work schedule has also been provided to highlight the work hours for the Part-Time position.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume clearly marked as to contents and identifying which position is being sought to the undersigned by 3:00 p.m., Thursday, April 18, 2019 to: Lindsey Lee CAO/Clerk Township of McNab/Braeside 2508 Russett Drive R.R. # 2 Arnprior, Ontario K7S 3G8 llee@mcnabbraeside.com We thank all applicants, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information and any supporting material will be administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. CLR882840

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OPINION

SELDOM USED, THE STRAP STILL STOOD TALL IN CLASSROOM EMERSON AND CECIL WERE WELL ACQUAINTED, MARY COOK RECALLS MARY COOK Column

It hung on the side of Miss Crosby's desk where only the rows in the upper grades could see it. But those of us in Primer Book certainly knew it was there. Hanging from a cup hook, black as ink, and as long as a yard stick.

It was the dreaded strap! Those uppity pupils from the school in Renfrew called it the cat of nine tails, but to us it was simply "the strap." It ranked right up there in

respect like a stern look from Miss Crosby, or a slap on her desk with her ruler. The strap was a constant reminder that we better toe the line, or we would pay dearly.

Never once, was I ever in need of the strap. I was too much in awe of the teacher, and tried to be on my very best behaviour at all times. Aunt Lilly once called me Miss Goody Two-Shoes, the meaning of which escaped me entirely.

My brothers Emerson and Cecil, however, were well acquainted with the strap, although it had little or no effect on their behaviour. In fact, when they had provoked Miss Crosby to the point where she had to resort to using it on their outstretched hand, it almost always brought snickers from everyone at the Northcote

School.

For one thing, both boys stood a good six-feet tall, and Miss Crosby came to about the middle of their chests. So it was quite a rigmarole when she pointed to one of them to come to the front of the room, and hold out a hand. Since the hand was about level with her head, she had to take the little wood bench she used to wipe off the top of the blackboards and stand on it.

One time, she almost lost her balance, and Cecil grabbed her arms just before she fell backwards, strap and all. Of course, she didn't have the heart to discipline him after that!

By the time Miss Crosby got everything organized to administer the slap with the strap, the urgency would have long

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since passed, the rest of us would be fighting to keep from laughing out loud, and she would order the offender back to his seat. By then her face would be beet red.

I thought the strap was only meant for the boys at the Northcote School.

Never once did I ever see Miss Crosby use it on any of us girls.

Sadly, we weren't saved from sitting on the stool in the corner of the room at the front wearing the cone-shaped dunce cap, however. That wasn't because we were misbehaving. It was because we hadn't done our homework.

Miss Crosby didn't believe in sending us to the corner if we didn't understand the lesson or made a mistake. It was simply used as a lesson in misbehaving. Only once did

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Cecil have to go to the corner, and by the time he scrunched down on the little stool, his knees were up to his ears, and he was sent back to his desk with orders to write out some short sentence 50 times, which was really no punishment at all. It was obvious the chair and dunce cap weren't going to work with Cecil.

The only other punishment handed out by Miss Crosby for misbehaving was not being allowed to go outside at recess. It seemed to me bad Marguirite spent more time in the school at recess than she did outside. She was a thorn in everyone's side, and we were all delighted when she was made to stay indoors.

The strap, to me, was the most feared method of discipline at the Northcote School. Seldom used,

and only when Miss Crosby had been provoked beyond reason, it reminded me of one of the big black water snakes we sometimes saw in the Bonnechere River.

And if you were unfortunate enough to be disciplined at school, there was a very good chance you paid dearly for the deed by a parent when you got home as well!

Interested in an electronic version of Mary's books? Go to https:// www.smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for ebook purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.

Mary is a longtime writer with several books in print and in electronic copies. 'Mary Cook's Memories' appears as a regular column.

DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@metroland.com

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Curiosity is a useful tool, Aries. Keep a handle on it this week. Do not go delving into situations that do not involve you, or you could end up in trouble.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, if a certain person’s boastfulness is causing concern, you may need to speak up or simply avoid that person for the time being. He or she may just be blowing off steam.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, save yourself a lot of frustration and accept the way things are right now. Focus on the positives in your life and count your many blessings.

HERE’S HOW IT WORKS: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

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CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 The universe has an important lesson to teach you, Cancer. It involves giving up a little bit of control so you can benefit in unknown ways. This is challenging, but worth it.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Reach out to your to friends this week and ask them for advice on your current situation, Libra.

They know you well enough and may have some important insight.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, think twice before you commit to any projects or confirm appointments with others. You have to have all of the details worked out in advance before you can proceed.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio your creativity is easily channeled this week and you are bound to surround yourself with others who are eager to brainstorm ideas. This can prove beneficial.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, if relationship issues are confusing you, it might be the right time to distance yourself and go it alone for a little while. This will help you get your bearings.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 You have set goals and your feet are firmly planted on the ground. These are assets that will serve you well, and others will soon look to you for inspiration.

CLUES ACROSS 1. Often romantic

composition 5. Lunar term 10. California mountain 12. Spiral staircase pillars 14. “Heat” director 16. Tellurium 18. Gateway (Arabic) 19. No (Scottish) 20. Greek prophetess 22. A team’s best pitcher 23. Bard’s way of saying “have” 25. Indigenous group of the Philippines 26. Danish krone 27. Type of squad

CLUES DOWN 1. Political action

THIS WEEK’S PUZZLE ANSWERS IN NEXT WEEKS ISSUE.

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committee 2. __kosh, near Lake Winnebago 3. When you hope to get there 4. Woman who followed Bacchus 5. Cause to become entangled 6. Green veggie 7. Stiff bristles 8. Pass in Alps 9. Atomic #81 10. A sharp blow 11. Bears engage in it 13. Prevents progress 15. Young boy 17. A way to go on

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Try a different approach if you want to see results, Capricorn. Doing the same thing over and over again hasn’t worked for you thus far as it pertains to your relationship.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Take the scenic route if you are going on a trip, Aquarius. Getting sidetracked is the goal this time around, and you can wander off to parts unknown.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Support a friend who needs a strong shoulder to lean on, Pisces. This person isn’t likely to ask for help, so reach out.

28. Possesses 30. Part of the face 31. Very small amount of time (abbr.)

33. Churches have lots of them 35. Modern day “letter” 37. Della __, singer 38. Informed upon 40. Type of house 41. Folk singer DiFranco 42. A baglike structure in a plant or animal 44. Car mechanics group 45. Belonging to us 48. Pack neatly 50. Forming the bottom layer

52. How fast you’re going 53. Sea eagles 55. Cool!

56. Military mailbox 57. Type of lawyer 58. Type of monk 63. Respect due to an ancestor 65. Took to the sea 66. Members of a Semitic people 67. A way to march

18. Not good 21. A ballet enthusiast 23. Ad __ 24. Bar bill 27. A genus of badgers 29. “No __!”

32. Get off your feet 34. Franklin was one 35. Removed 36. Used to catch poachers 39. Hit lightly 40. Crony 43. Stroke 44. One who obtains pleasure by inflicting pain on others 46. __ the ante 47. Greek letter 49. “Wings” actor Steven 51. Unhappy

54. Hair-like structure 59. Pick up 60. Type of transportation 61. Worn with a suit 62. Something similar to another already referred to 64. Farm state

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An Arnprior church is celebrating a milestone that goes back to the near the time of Canada's birth as a nation.

First Baptist Church is planning events this year to commemorate 150 years at the Norma and Alicia streets location. A memorial tree planting, a time capsule, and a banquet that will include several former pastors are all in the works. The congregation is proud of the accomplishment, Rev. Lee Dyck indicated, and is keen to keep playing a role in the town as a whole.

"For us, the milestone is a testament of God's faithfulness in us," Dyck said. "The church has gone through a lot of changes, and adapted, and it's taken a lot of perseverance to build.

"We are committed to our core values and our belief in reaching out to the community in practical ways in love and service."

The Christian Education Hall is in frequent use, and the church is among the few to own a summer camp (near Round Lake).

Perseverance is the underlying theme that emerges when reading up on the church's history. A document provided by First Baptist shows how the church's founding in 1869 - with 11 German-speaking congregants - was on a corner of farmland owned by the Harrington family. Among the names associated with the church during the early years: Scheels, Runtz, Streich, Redtmann, Berndt, Neiman, and Schlachter.

Many to all had escaped a Europe embroiled in war and poverty. They carved out homesteads in heavily forested lands and gradually upgraded the church along the way. Services in German eventually gave way to English in the years leading up to the Second World War. To learn more, log onto www.fbc-online.ca.

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Arnprior & District Memorial Hospital The Grove Nursing Home Primary Health Care Centre Community Services

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ARNPRIOR REGIONAL HEALTH

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Volunteers make excellent care possible at Arnprior Regional Health Making connections with the Grove residents When Marjorie Kelly arrives at the Grove Nursing Home to lead the News and Views discussion group, residents are at the door eager to greet her.

The current affairs group connects residents with the outside world and is the much-anticipated opportunity to hear their horoscope.

“I like being around the residents – you get close to them and it’s rewarding work,” explained Marjorie, who has volunteered at Arnprior Regional Health’s (ARH) Grove Nursing Home for nine years and her role continues to expand.

“Marjorie takes an interest in everyone she encounters, and makes the residents feel at ease, “said Tracey McCormick, Manager, Recreation, Grove Nursing Home, ARH. “She does this so well she easily develops a trust with the residents and in turn the residents don’t see a volunteer, they see a friend.”

Volunteers improve residents’ lives by leading: intellectual games (i.e. cards), certified pet therapy visits and purposeful reading (i.e. book clubs) Volunteers also support the Grove’s Adult Day Program.

Volunteering professional skills benefits community Ryan Lunney and his wife, Tierney, relocated to Arnprior to be closer to his family in Renfrew.

He became a member of the ARH Board of Directors in 2016.

Marjorie Kelly’s volunteer work has expanded to include acting as the Grove representative on the Auxiliary Board.

“It is easy to find an example how healthcare has a meaningful impact on people,” said Ryan, a Regional Enablement Coach at RBC. Ryan, who serves as the Board’s Chair of the Resource and Audit Committee, brings professional skills of financial oversight and prioritization and execution to ARH. For example, Ryan worked with hospital leadership to usher in a new IT system that is foundational for advancements like the new electronic medical record system.

“I like being challenged,” said Ryan. “And, it’s nice to see my professional skills being used effectively in the community.”

The Board of Directors includes 14 volunteer leaders who provides ARH with governance and leadership integral to realizing the corporate vision.

“Many people who use our healthcare system do not know the work volunteers do to make sure the services are there for them,” said Ryan. “As someone who lives in Arnprior, I’m proud we have a hospital in our community,” Building a community and fundraising for better care Teresa Thom retired 17 years ago from her insurance career. After a short stint in the Hospital gift shop, she decided to volunteer in the Opportunity Shop, a downtown Arnprior thrift shop operated by the ARH Auxiliary.

“I got bored after I retired – this volunteer work gets me out of the house and I like that I’m always working with other people,” reflected Teresa.

Today, she’s the Shop’s manager and works alongside five team leaders and approximately 90 volunteers who help sort and price donated merchandise, price product, serve customers, and manage the schedule, for example.

Board member Ryan Lunney with his dog Archer.

One hundred per cent of the Shop’s proceeds support ARH with an annual donation of more than $200,000. For the next few years, proceeds will be for the Grove Nursing Home redevelopment.

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ARH volunteers integral to creating a healthy community “ARH volunteers make a tremendous contribution to our organization,” said Eric Hanna, President and CEO, ARH. “Their hard work, passion and leadership make it possible to achieve our corporate vision of creating a healthy community together.”

ARH is currently recruiting volunteers for: • The Opportunity Shop • Seniors Active Living Centre • The Hospital Gift Shop • Hospital (i.e. patient transport) • Grove Nursing Home – breakfast assistance For more information, please contact volunteering@arnpriorhealth.ca or (613) 623-3166, ext 222.

In celebration of Volunteer Week, ARH gives a special thank you to our volunteers who improve the lives of our patients, residents, clients and their families.

Opportunity Shop volunteers gather around the sorting table. (L to R): Teresa Thom , Anna Nicholas, Susan Gillan, Pat Noonan.