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DEJA VU? In a throwback to last year's Ontario AA Provincial Championship game when he scored the winning touchdown, Arnprior District High School’s Mitch Bott (36) makes a spectacular interception and ran it back 75 yards leading to a touchdown in the final minutes of the game that clinched a 36-23 victory for the senior football Redmen and gave them a second straight Ontario title.. Last year, Bott caught the gamewinning touchdown with only 82 seconds left in the game. For more, see Page 21.

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BAKE BUSINESS Slater’s Baking is open for business in the Kenwood Corporate Centre in Arnprior. The Slater name has been synonymous with delicious home baking for more than 100 years. Steve and Erika are thrilled to invite visitors to their new shop. 6

The Arnprior affordable housing apartment proposal that fell through two years ago could soon be put upright again. A 19-unit complex at the corner of McGonigal and Hugh streets, meant to ease the senior affordable housing crunch, has a number of minor bureaucratic hurdles to get over – but developer Peter Anas of ARS Realty Investments expects it will proceed. “We’re fairly confident of getting it back on track,” Anas said. “I won’t be overly optimistic until everything is settled.” The plan is to build the housing on a half-acre property at 106 McGonigal St. Renfrew County council officially gave its approval at Wednesday’s meeting by unanimous vote to support a social services committee recommendation to give ARS $2.2 million of a $2.8-million affordable housing grant.The approval is conditional on normal contract expectations and due diligence being observed in the process. See ‘REEVE DELIGHTED’ Page 2

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Arnprior Legion Branch 174 hosted another terrific Santa Claus Parade. From warm temperatures to an unprecedented food bank collection, organizers are thrilled with the event’s success. 15, 16, 17

It’s under a year until the area hosts the 2012 World Broomball Championships, and organizers are starting to get excited as plans are made. Host communities Arnprior, Carleton Place, Beckwith and Mississippi Mills joined host committee members Wednes-

day to launch the lead-up to the event at a press conference. The tournament is being held from Oct. 29 to Nov. 3, 2012 at the Almonte Community Centre, Nick Smith Centre in Arnprior, Beckwith Community Centre, Carleton Place Community Centre and Pakenham Community Centre. See ‘ARNPRIOR’S’ Page 22

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The proposed development in front of the Grove Nursing Home is on its way to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB). At the Nov. 28 meeting, council learned that in reaction to its vote recently to change the property’s zoning from residential one (R1) to residential three (R3) - along

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Community Policing ends partnership with legion

The public is invited to Arnprior District Memorial Hospital today (Thursday) at 6 p.m. for the annual lighting of the Christmas tree. The festive event, a fundraiser for the hospital, will include Christmas entertainment, a visit from Santa, barbecued hot dogs, carolling and hot chocolate.

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For the first time in at least 26 years, Arnprior Community Policing did not provide traffic and crowd control at the Legion Santa Claus Parade. Community Policing sent a letter of apology to legion branch 174 this week, explaining that Arnprior OPP warned the organization could be liable if an accident occurs while its volunteers are directing traffic.

OPP provides both traffic and crowd control at the parade held each November. Normally, Community Policing mans barricades at downtown intersections. About 20 legion volunteers took over the 1.5-hour job this year. Legion executive member Doug Smith said members are not happy with Community Policing, especially since a monthly bingo at the Legion brings in about $1,500 a year for it. Smith wouldn’t say if the legion is contemplating giving the funds to an-

other charity. “There are a number of members, myself included, that are extremely disappointed. Because it’s a community event,” he said. Not only is he upset that Community Policing is not participating in an event that bind the community together, but he wonders if Community Policing and the OPP are punishing the town because of internal animosities. Repeated attempts to reach Community Policing spokesperson Brian Illingworth were unsuccessful.

Reeve delighted affordable housing project finally on track Continued from front Arnprior council is ready to create a bylaw that will change the building’s status from multi-residential to simply residential, saving Anas $15,000 a year in taxes, a move needed to lower rents to ‘affordable’ status. And, finally, both the provincial and federal governments have to give their blessings. Shovels could hit the ground in late spring, with upwards of 35 tenants set to move in a year later. “I think it’s going to be a winwin for everyone in town,” Anas said of the $2.2-million project. “Certainly we’ll be

using all local tradesmen, suppliers and contractors where possible.” Reeve Walter Stack has long been a champion of this project. He was deeply disconcerted in 2009 when the province opted to send money to another area and the funding for the County was swallowed up in the second phase of an Eganville seniors housing project. Renfrew County was informed in October that its latest allocation from the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing for affordable housing is $2.8 million. The remaining $600,000 will be spent on ren-

ovations to existing affordable housing in the county, said county social services director Dave Anderson. “There’s going to be 19 affordable housing units built for seniors in Arnprior,” said a pleased Stack after the meeting. “It’s been nearly a three-year effort.” There is a definite need for the housing in the Arnprior area, said Stack, indicating that the waiting list is slightly over 100. “It’s going to be located in Arnprior … but what’s important it’s going to serve an area’s that’s somewhat bigger.” Stack said there are many low income seniors in the

area wanting into a private building. They want housing affordable and suited to their needs, free of intimidating younger people. “This building is not going to completely satisfy the need,” said Stack. “It is a really good thing.” He said more people living downtown will fulfill the town’s provincially mandated ‘infill’ requirements. Economic spinoffs will benefit area businesses. And it will boost the vibrancy of the core, he added. Anas will be obliged to keep rents 20 per cent below market value for at least 20 years.

Congratulations to the rafﬂe winners of the ADHS Redmen Football fundraising effort: Lisa Sherman, John Wyte, Roger Wilhelm, Louise Power

Thank you to all those who have supported and continue to support high school athletics at ADHS.

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OMB to hear from two appellants Continued from front The mitigation measures force the developers to create a 10-metre wide buffer area next to the ecologically sensitive oldgrowth forest. One appeal is by Russ Corbett, on behalf of Blaine Lenser, Janet McGrath, Kevin Douglas, John McGrath, and Larry and Lynn Marshall. It is based on the town’s official plan requirement to protect the environment and natural heritage areas. “Development of any sort, particularly development permitted under R3 zoning, will forever destroy this habitat, which is vital to the Gillies Grove and Murdock forests,” reads the appeal. “Negative impacts on this wetland/brook and the adjacent woodlands … are major, threatening many animals, birds and plants, some of which are on the endangered species list.” The other appeal is by Tom Marshall. He argues the town should have had a bylaw in place to prevent the developer from clear-cutting the property. Now that it is done, much of the force behind protecting forested land is gone. Both appellants cite more arguments against the development, including some related to a natural waterway. Mayor David Reid reiterated his support for the zoning change, adding that environmental concerns will be dealt with later in the approval process. “The R3 has no more impact than R1,” he said. The developers have given $5,000 to the town to pay for both parties’ costs. The appellants must pay for their side. The hearing is expected to last three

days. All have agreed to mediation, which could save time and money. Other items dealt with at the Nov. 28 council meeting include: • It will cost the town at least $18,000 to hire a new chief executive officer (CAO). Most of the money will pay for advertisements, though some will go toward a “dinner interview” with all councillors. The town isn’t using a headhunter, which cost the County of Renfrew $75,000 recently when it was looking for a new CAO. • The municipal alcohol policy was updated to deny alcohol at the Stan Tourangeau Fire/Police Building; to close public buildings to alcohol at 1 p.m., even though others stay open until 2 p.m. (New Year’s Eve will close down at 2 p.m.); alcohol will not be allowed in the Nick Smith centre hallway or washrooms where the general public could be. • The town will pay $20,250 over the next three years for winter maintenance of Madawaska Boulevard and Elgin Street, and Daniel Street to White Lake Road; a three-day snowstorm would cost the town about $33,000. • Council supports the County of Huron’s efforts to prevent the fire marshal’s office from interfering in shed or barn parties. It also support’s the same county’s bid to get private woodlot owners government money after disaster occurrences. • Reeve Walter Stack offered “thanks” to the 30-35 supporters who called after it was revealed he and two others, along with Legion Branch 174, will appear in court in mid-December on liquor control charges.

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The Arnprior Villa Retirement Residence hosted a free Wellness Clinic for residents and the general public on Nov. 29. Volunteers from Renfrew County Paramedics, including Josh Wilson, checked vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar levels, pulse rate and more. Eleanor Price said the procedure was convenient, and was even offered hot and cold beverages and snacks afterward. The clinic is held on the last Tuesday of each month. Last time it was held, a person was found to have a low pulse rate and was immediately rushed to hospital. The clinic at the Township of McNab-Braeside offices on the same day are no longer offered due to low attendance. Photo by Derek Dunn

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Replacing one of the McLean Park ball diamonds with a tennis court or rugby field, as was talked about a few months back, is no longer on the table. The recreation advisory committee asked town staff to study the idea of replacing a baseball field with a soccer or rugby field. Recreation director Glenn Arthur penned a report saying the field would only be used by school boards. Soccer is played at nearby Dochert Park in McNab-Braeside. “The (McLean Park) field would be a fair distance from the schools and getting the students there could be a problem,” Arthur wrote, adding that a school board has enough empty space for a practice field. He also said discussions and agreements would have to be done with the school boards before any action could take place. However, the committee is still considering replacing the horseshoe pits at McLean Park with a tennis court or courts and clubhouse. The cost has yet to be calculated. Committee chairman Coun. Mark Willmer said the tennis courts next to Arnprior District High School are in poor condition, but that offering to help rebuild them would mean many more talks and agreements. “Probably a new site is a better option,”

Willmer said, adding that razing the existing courts to create a rugby pitch is “getting too far ahead” in the process. “Rugby is not on our radar,” he said. The tennis court option at McLean Park will go to full council for deliberation during the upcoming budget talks. Council has the power to accept or reject advisory committee recommendations.

“It’s not just the use of it itself. It’s having it in the community,” he said, adding that hockey and the pool generate revenue, but that the latter tends to attract more users from the Town of Renfrew and area where no indoor swimming pool exists. RELAMPING PARK

SWIMMERS AND HOCKEY PLAYERS Willmer rejects the idea that hockey fees are subsidizing pool use. He said both are costly services: rinks are expensive to run in summer, and pools are expensive in winter. “It isn’t an either-or,” he said. “It’s not just about money. Both have other benefits.” Continuing to contribute tax dollars to both is a way for the municipality to maintain quality of life for residents, improve health, attract newcomers to town and generate economic spinoffs through tournaments and other regional or national events. Recreation, library, museum and other services often struggle for tax dollars during budget time. Some politicians run on a “core services” mantra to fund roads, snowplowing and the like when campaigning. But Willmer said advocating for a wide variety of activities – not everyone plays hockey, he insists – benefits the community in many ways.

The committee was notified that Robert Simpson Park could be relamped by Communities in Bloom Committee. A concept plan is in place that could see lights in the park in early 2012.

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Priority roads resurfacing list due out this week A much-anticipated priority roads resurfacing report is due to be made public late this week. The recreation advisory committee chair, Coun. Ted Strike, plans to advocate for repaving roads and fixing sidewalks during January’s budget deliberations, two items he campaigned on during last year’s October election. “It’s something that has to be done. You can’t just let them go for years and years without doing anything,” Strike said. The priority list doesn’t include roads suspected of needing a “total rebuild,” he cautioned. For instance, Tierney Street has a 1980s waterline and stormwater sewer. But the sanitary sewer dates back to the 1920s. Because it needs underground

infrastructure work, it will benefit from a complete resurfacing. (It is unknown if overhead wires will be buried at the same time.) There is talk of the same working needing to be done on Landrigan Street, too. John and Elgin streets might be redone in the near future, but the committee is waiting on the early 2012 release of a water and sewer master plan report before making any decisions. The priority roads list is based solely on how bad a given roadway is in appearance and stability. Roads due for total rebuild in less than 10 years are not being considered. The advisory committee has endorsed up to three years’ worth of roadways for council to consider. However, council is free to accept or reject the committee’s recommendation at budget time.

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Thieves vandalize Baptist church Thieves broke into First Baptist Church in Arnprior Nov. 7 and stole two laptops. Arnprior OPP report that officers who were dispatched to the break-in at 279 Alicia St. determined the culprits gained entry into the church by breaking a window. The thieves obviously had searched the building and caused some damage inside. If you have any information about this crime, call CrimeStoppers at 1800-222-8477 or Arnprior OPP at 613623-3131. Tips can also be sent by text message and e-mail. For more information visit the CrimeStoppers’ website at www. CrimeStoppers.ca.

ing to a possible impaired driving call when they observed the suspect vehicle parked in the Mac’s parking lot on White Lake Road. The officers approached the vehicle and, as a result of their investigation, a 46 year-old Arnprior man has been charged with impaired care or control of a motor vehicle and exceeding 80 mg blood alcohol content. He will appear in court Jan. 25. On Nov. 19, while conducting routine patrol, Constables Rusaw and Pasta observed a suspicious vehicle in the Twin Maples Motel parking lot area. As a result of a police investigation, a 24 yearold Kinburn man has been charged with impaired care or control of a vehicle and exceeding 80 mg blood alcohol.

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A 14-year-old youth was bitten by a

dog on Ottawa Street in Arnprior Nov. 9. Arnprior OPP report that at about 12:45 p.m. the teenager was passed on the sidewalk with a female walking two dogs. One of the dogs jumped up on the youth and bit his left arm causing minor injury. The teen returned to school without communicating with the dog owner. When he returned home from school he told his mother about the incident. The boy and his mother attended Arnprior hospital where the youth received a tetanus shot. Police are requesting that the dog owner take the proper precautions when walking her dog so that this does not happen again. The calls were one of 84 the Arnprior OPP detachment officers responded to from Nov. 7 to 21.

Fill-A-Cruiser food drive to be held Dec. 11 Arnprior OPP in conjunction with the Arnprior Food Bank and Community Policing Committee will hold a food drive Sunday, Dec. 11 at the Arnprior Mall. From noon to 4 p.m., the group is hoping to fill an entire cruiser, front and back, as well as a truck with nonperishable items. With Christmas coming, this is the time of year many local families are

in need of extra assistance from the community to get through the holiday season. During the ‘fill-the-cruiser’ event, there will be an opportunity for children to have their pictures taken with Santa on an OPP snowmobile. “Your generous donations with be greatly appreciated,” said Arnprior OPP Const. Jodi Burns. Some suggestions from the Food

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The ubiquity of solar panels has Arnprior fire Chief John Okum mulling over the idea of increased training for the town’s volunteer crew. With the provincial government over the past few years pushing for groundmount and rooftop solar panels to feed electricity into the grid, communities across Ontario are starting to see more and more of the flat arrays. Even Admaston -romley council at a

meeting this month warned of the dangers to firefighters. Okum has done a cursory study of the technology. He said firefighters are at risk of cutting through live cables in roofs and elsewhere during an emergency. Even when panels are shut down, or during evenings, it is possible electricity continues to flow, he said. “The panels are always sending some sort of energy,” he said. “It’s always a concern when there are risks out there we are unaware of.” However, Okum is unaware of how

many solar panels exist in town, let alone where they exist. (The agricultural society intends to install a major solar panel system on its property behind Nick Smith Centre. The town rejected a similar idea a couple of years back for some of its publicly-owned buildings.) He said town council could pass a bylaw requiring owners to contact the municipality and/ or the fire department. “There should be a training program we could look at in the

Drinking and driving penalties steep Impaired driving is a public safety threat all year, but unfortunately the risk increases during the Christmas holiday season, warn local OPP detachments. If you are convicted of an impaired driving offence, your licence will be suspended for at least one year, your insurance will be affected, and you will have to pay fees to have your licence reinstated, legal fees, and fees associated with an ignition interlock. If caught driving in the blood alcohol concentration “warn range” of .05 to .08, you will receive an immediate three-day

driver’s licence suspension at the roadside and the suspension period increases with subsequent offences to seven, then 30 days. “Impaired driving remains the leading criminal cause of death in Canada, and we all need to work to reduce these senseless tragedies,” say the OPP. “If you’re drinking, come up with a plan that involves not driving such as taking a cab, a bus or have a designated driver. Don’t drink and drive, don’t let those who are drinking drive and be sure to report those who do.” If you suspect an impaired driver, call 9-1-1.

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The mystery of the books in the creek has been solved. Ottawa Police report that sometime between Nov. 4 and 7 40 boxes of about 600 to 1,000 books were dumped into a creek off Thomas Elliot Road just east of Arnprior. While out examining the book pile, a Marshall’s Bay Community Association member was approached by a man who identified himself as J.P. and claimed responsibility. He explained he had been cleaning out his warehouse at an unidentified site and asked two of his male workers to dispose of the unwanted books. Apparently, the warehouse owner was shocked to see how his workers acted on his request to dispose of the books - especially since they weren’t given any direction on how to do it. The member provided police with the men’s description and the licence plate number of a vehicle. Meanwhile, a barn off Thomas Elliot Road was vandalized sometime between Oct. 31 and Nov. 7. The Marshall’s Bay Community Association reported four windows were smashed in with rocks, but no access was made into the barn.

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The OPP launched their month-long festive RIDE campaign Friday. The annual campaign, which saw 308 impaired driving charges and 903 warnings across the province last year, will be running through Jan. 1. Local Arnprior OPP are setting up daily RIDE point checks during the holiday blitz.

new year,” Okum said. “It’s a technology that’s not going away.” In the meantime, Okum would appreciate owners voluntarily contacting the fire department. The number is 613-23231, ext. 248.

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Download app for chance to win car Arnprior Chronicle-Guide is now available on your mobile device. Not only are readers able to get local news on their mobile device, they also have a chance to win a car. The newspaper’s new app makes it easier to read local news stories on smart phones and tablets. If you visit the website at www.yourottawaregion.com and download the app before Dec. 17, you will be entered for a chance to win a new 2012 Toyota Camry LE. Mobile apps are part of a Metroland-wide project, a partnership with Toronto’s Polar Mobile, billed as the largest mobile app delivery in Canadian history. Together the companies have built more than 500 newspaper apps (five distinct mobile platforms for each of Metroland’s 104 newspaper titles). “We are truly excited to take our leading community brands into the mobile application space with this unique and comprehensive solution, giving our readers and customers new ways to interact with our award-winning local content,” said Ian Oliver, president of Metroland Media Group. Search “Arnprior Chronicle_guide” in the Android Market, the iPhone App Store or wherever you download your apps. Of course, like our newspapers, it’s free. Several of the original Slater’s Bakery folks were on hand to celebrate the opening of Slater’s Baking in the Kenwood Centre with owners Steve and Erika. Don and Eileen Slater and Alfie Slater were pleased to be in attendance. Photos by Sherry Haaima

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prior up until about 1986 when it closed. sherry.haaima@metroland.com “We didn’t know if It’s a name that has meant delicious, Slater’s would be rememfresh, homemade bread for more than 100 bered,” said Steve. “I was shocked at how many years in Arnprior. And Slater’s is back. Steve and Erika Slater have opened people did.” A grand opening held Slater’s Baking in the Kenwood CorpoSaturday, Nov. 26, was a rate Centre. Steve’s family has been known in and chance for a slew of Slataround Arnprior since the first Slater’s ers to visit and celebrate the business’ birth. Bakery opened more than 100 years ago. “I have been wanting The opening comes following an exciting and busy year of providing bread to to open a bakery for 12 several key local outlets, including Sweet years,” said Steve. “’And and Sassy in Arnprior and Robbin’s Con- the timing happened to work out perfectly with everyone wanting to go back fectionary in Braeside. A stall at the Arnprior Farmers Market to homemade bread with no preservatives that sold out almost every week under- and additives.” And just what is so great about Slater’s scored the fact that there was definitely bread? “It’s really, really fresh tasting. room for the business. Steve had operated a bake shop in Arn- It’s got a nice texture and it seems to last longer than other breads,” said Erika. Slater’s will focus on doing the simple things well. “We can do stuff a little bit to order but we’re focusing on the basics,” said Erika. Bread, buns, sticky buns, raisin bread and tarts are among the favourites on offer. Steve’s parents, Donald and Eileen Slater who live in White Lake, were thrilled to be attending the opening event and so pleased to see their son living out his dream of reopening the bakery. Don remembers going to the bakery on Daniel Street as a child. He stands behind the product, too. Don’s father, Lorne Slater, had the ‘little bakery’ on Daniel Street while Lorne’s brother Stan had the big one in another part of time. “A lot of people know the SlatSteve and Erika Slater welcome members of the pub- er’s name. Once you’ve eaten that lic to visit the new Slater’s Baking shop in the rear of bread, you won’t go back,” said the Kenwood Corporate Centre. Don.

Nominations must be received by December 31, 2011. Return to: Chair of the Nominating Committee 490 Didak Drive, Arnprior, ON. K7S 0C3 Call 613-623-0916 for more information. The Boards Meetings are held monthly on the Third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Arnprior Library. Board members play an important role in the survival of the Arnprior Shelter. New Candidates will be contacted by nominating committee for interviews. New Board Members with join the board January 2012.

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PET PICS WITH SANTA COMING UP Arnprior and District Humane Society volunteers were at the Arnprior mall Nov. 26 for a Christmas sale and to raise awareness of one of their biggest fundraisers, Pet PIcs with Santa, coming up Dec. 10 and 11 at the mall in the former Pet Valu location. Have your furry friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s photo taken with Santa Claus from 10-4 p.m. and help raise funds for a very worthy cause, say organizers. Above, from left are Shirley Forrest, Brenda Ambrose, Debbie Green, Jennifer Smith and Ester Headrick. Photo by Sherry Haaima

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EDITORIAL

ARNPRIOR CHRONICLE-GUIDE - December 1 2011

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Liability affects future events

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reedom is having the choice to do the wrong thing. If we always did what is in our best interests we wouldn’t be free. We’d be elated automatons. It is human to make poor decisions. Even human to do what we know is bad for us. And we are definitely human when one considers the alcohol-related tragedies on area roads. We are all too human. Which brings us to the word of the week in Arnprior: liability. Liability was the key term in our Nov. 24 front page story ‘Legion charged’. We understand many readers were upset with us printing Reeve Walter Stack’s name as among those facing charges. But an elected official is held to a higher standard; his or her prominence in the community is both a burden and benefit. That aside, the legion and three members who volunteer there are facing liquor licence charges laid by the OPP. To our knowledge, it is the first time any legion in the province has faced OPP liquor licence charges. It stems from a stag and doe held last summer. The event got a little rowdy when it spilled out onto the parking lot. No doubt alcohol played a factor. People were exercising their freedom to be stupid. Police are not to blame for holding the legion responsible. Police are forced to attend horrific scenes, families ruined, lives destroyed. If they are eager to prevent having to attend another one - who can blame them? So they charge the legion with what will likely amount to a small penalty. Call it tough love. Call it a slap in the face. They wanted to get the message across: even when drunks fall out of your building intent on causing trouble outside, you, the property owner, will be held liable if they do any harm. From this perspective, the legion is lucky they aren’t being held responsible for a death. Problem is, dragging upstanding community members, people who have volunteered countless hours to helping our veterans and many others, goes a long way to humiliating them in front of the whole town. Then there is the story in this week’s paper about Community Policing no longer helping out the Santa Parade because of liability. The fear of liability is changing our day-to-day lives. Does the law evolve from within, through precedence, or can public opinion shape it? With liability it appears the public has no influence. Liability could end alcohol-related events such as stag-and-does, charity fundraisers, and more. We’ll be free to stay safely at home, it seems.

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To the Editor: On Wednesday, Nov. 23, two passing good Samaritans, Steve and Kenny (unfortunately we didn’t get their last names), stopped to alert our family that our tractor was on fire in the hay barn. They tried to douse the fire and then pulled the tractor out of the barn. You guys are amazing; thank you so much. We would also like to thank the McNab-Braeside Fire Department for their quick and professional service. Jackie Gillan-Campbell White Lake

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Start a new Christmas tradition by buying locally To the Editor: As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories are kicking into high gear to provide Canadians with monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods - merchandise that has been produced at the expense of Canadian labor. This year will be different. This year Canadians will give the gift of genuine concern for other Canadians. There is no longer an excuse that, at gift-giving time, nothing can be found that is produced by Canadians hands. Yes there is! It’s time to think outside the box, people. Who says a gift needs to fit in a shirt box, wrapped in Chinese produced wrapping paper? Everyone - yes everyone gets their hair cut. How about gift certificates from your local Canadian hair salon or barber? Gym membership? It’s appropriate for all ages who are thinking about some health improvement. Who wouldn’t appreciate getting their car detailed? Small, Canadian owned detail shops and car washes would love to sell you a gift certificate or a book of gift certificates. Are you one of those extravagant givers who think nothing of plonking

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down the dollars on a Chinese-made flat-screen? Perhaps that grateful gift receiver would like his driveway sealed, or lawn mowed for the summer, or driveway plowed all winter, or games at the local golf course. There are a bazillion owner-run restaurants - all offering gift certificates. And, if your intended isn’t the fancy eatery sort, what about a half dozen breakfasts at the local breakfast joint. Remember, folks this isn’t about big national chains - this is about supporting your home town. Canadians with their financial lives on the line to keep their doors open. How many people couldn’t use an oil change for their car, truck or motorcycle, done at a shop run by the Canadian working guy? Thinking about a heartfelt gift for mom? Mom would love the services of a local cleaning lady for a day. My computer could use a tune-up, and I know I can find some young guy who is struggling to get his repair business up and running. OK, you were looking for something more personal. Local crafts people spin their own wool and knit them into scarves. They make jewelry, and pottery and beautiful wooden boxes. Plan your holiday outings at local, owner-operated restaurants and leave

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your server a nice tip. And, how about going out to see a play or ballet at your hometown theatre. Musicians need love too, so find a venue showcasing local bands. Honestly, people, do you really need to buy another 10,000 Chinese lights for the house? When you buy a $5 string of lights, about 50 cents stays in the community. If you have those kinds of bucks to burn, leave the mailman, trash guy or babysitter a nice big tip. You see, Christmas is no longer about draining Canadian pockets so that China can build another glittering city. Christmas is now about caring about us, encouraging Canadian small businesses to keep plugging away to follow their dreams. And, when we care about other Canadians, we care about our communities, and the benefits come back to us in ways we couldn’t imagine. This is the new Canadian Christmas tradition. This is a revolution of caring about each other, and isn’t that what Christmas is about? Buy Canadian – Be Canadian. The job you save might be your own.

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Nature/Letters

Some of Nature’s phenomena are easy to predict: deciduous trees drop their leaves before winter snows arrive and carpets of colourful flowers liven summer meadows. Other phenomena are much more difficult to forecast due to their irregular nature. The arrival of non-resident owls is one of those. Every decade or so Great Gray Owls undergo a mass movement from the boreal forest to our region. In the winter of 2004/2005, these magnificent birds were present in incredible numbers; on one of my Carleton University Ornithology outings, we encountered 23 in a mere three hours. Snowy Owls also irregularly appear in our area. It has been quite a few years since our last “big” winter for Snowies and I am going to boldly predict that this will be one of them. Snowy Owls are the largest and most

northern of our owls, nesting from north of the treeline to the edge of the polar seas. Although this species has not nested in Ontario, it has so near Churchill, Manitoba. Lemmings are the main food, with as many as 1,600 consumed in one year! Snowy Owls appear in our area only when lemmings are low in number. This appears to be one of those years, as a number of Snowy Owls have been recently reported in southern Ontario. Just last weekend, I was delighted to see at one time four Snowy Owls sitting on High Bluff Island, which resides in Lake Ontario off Owen Point in Presqu’ile Provincial Park. Two of the owls were very white, a third

had some brown markings on its breast, and the fourth had such a dark belly and white face that at first I thought I was looking at a Rough-legged Hawk. That darkness made that bird a juvenile female, while the second darkest was possibly an adult female or young male. Adult males are usually pure white while adult females bear some brown markings on the breast and back. Young birds bear more dark markings, with young females being the darkest of all. Thus, an owl’s age is roughly revealed by its plumage. Snowy Owls are usually seen sitting atop trees or fence posts. They also perch on the ground, but if there is snow, they blend in extremely well, making it dif-

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ficult to see them. Although the white feathers offer camouflage, they more importantly provide warmth, which is essential as the owls frequent open, winddominated habitats. Snowy Owls have yellow eyes, which are very small for the size of the birds. That is because they are primarily dayhunters, with less need for the oversized eyes found in purely nocturnal owls such as Boreals. With snow not yet covering the fields, it is an excellent time to look for Snowy Owls. If you spot a one locally, be sure to let me know as the Pakenham-Arnprior Boxing Day Bird Count is fast approaching. If my forecast for a Snowy Owl irruption is correct, would that not make Nature’s unpredictable nature somewhat predictable? The Nature Number is 613-387-2503; email is mruntz@start.ca.

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A BEAR-Y HEARTWARMING SALE The Katie Bears group is at it again this year - offering free stuffed toys to parade-goers across the valley. Organizer Lynda Fraser says Katie Bears, named for her late daughter Katie, received more support than ever this year. Beachburg, Cobden and Douglas are the featured communities this year, says Fraser, as the group likes to alternate the parades to give people across the county an opportunity to get bears. Lynda Fraser, right, joins helpers and a new big bear Dorene Balle, above, left, donated six bears at a bake sale held Satur- mascot at a bake sale fundraiser at major sponsor day at major sponsor, Arnprior Home Hardware. Home Hardware in Arnprior.

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And 92% feel that sex selective abortions should be illegal. Clearly the majority of Canadian citizens want some limits placed on abortion. So why are we still the only country in the western world with no restrictions on abortion? There is a conspiracy of silence at large on this issue, not only in government but in many aspects of society. Why are we so afraid to use the ‘A’ word? There is a wide-spread ban on discussing it, a kind of moral dictatorship that prohibits even a mention of the word at any level of policy making. One hundred and ninety-three countries in the world favour some kind of regulation. Canada belongs to an exclusive club along with North Korea, China and Holland having no limits on abortion from conception to the moment of birth. As long as our government leaders refuse to openly discuss this issue and come

to terms with it, Canada will continue to be seen by the world as a country that places no value on life in the womb. Jacqueline Gaudreau vice-president Calabogie-Renfrew Pro-Life Association

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To the Editor: Most of us who follow politics are aware that Prime Minister Stephen Harper, when approached with the question of addressing abortion in Canada, states emphatically that he will not open the debate on this issue. Polling can be a pretty good indicator of what Canadians want in terms of any issue. As recently as this past September the results of a National Omnibus poll by Environics strongly indicate that the majority of Canadians support some form of legal protection for the unborn. This is not the first poll that has been conducted to learn where people stand on this issue nor will it be the last. Sixty-eight per cent of Canadians want some form of legal abortion in the first three months of gestation, but 58% feel abortion should be illegal in the second three months and 77% feel abortion should be illegal in the last three months.

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Sweet to serve fifth term as warden STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

Mercury photo by Steve Newman

Bob Sweet, who unveiled the county’s commemorative book of Expo 150 during a recent session of county council, looks to another busy year in 2012. The past Expo 150 chairman and Renfrew County warden is unapposed for another term as county warden.

Bob Sweet will be front and centre in Renfrew county politics for another year. The 68-year-old County councillor will serve an unprecedented fifth term as warden, for the year 2011-12. The Petawawa mayor was the popular warden in 2004, 2005 and 2006, then returned as a regular member of county council until he won a fourth term as warden in late 2010. Sweet, who has been involved in municipal politics since 1988, says there is plenty of Renfrew County business to tend to. “There’s still a lot of work to do, particularly around the CP rail issue. I want to be able to head that (potential

acquisition) up and get that moving forward,” said Sweet, just minutes after council approved the naming of Sweet and fellow county councillors Raye-Anne Briscoe and Don Rathwell to Renfrew County’s CP rail corridor advisory committee. “I want to be able to work with Lanark County and Papineau-Cameron (to develop this project).” To which he added: “We have an opportunity to turn a sow’s ear into a silk purse.” Sweet says he’d like to have a role in other economic development projects to enhance the economic well-being of the county. County councillors were supportive of Sweet’s decision to seek another term as warden.

“If someone’s doing a good job, you don’t try to replace them,” said Peter Emon, who plans to nominate Sweet. “I think he’s the obvious choice,” said Jennifer Murphy of Bonnechere Valley. “I’m very pleased and privileged to hear that (he’ll run again),” said Raye-Anne Briscoe of Admaston-Bromley.” If predictions of recessionlike times come true in the near future, added Briscoe, “We couldn’t have a better leader to guide us through turbulent times.” Five wardens have served two terms for the county – David Stewart, Barry Moran, Bill Schweig, Janice Visneskie and Don Rathwell – and all since 1998. Sweet is the only Renfrew County warden to have served three or more terms.

Pilot projects aims to slow speeders Local farmer elected OFA vice-president along River Road in Sand Point area Authorities have upped the ante with drivers speeding through a hamlet upriver from Braeside. The County of Renfrew recently introduced a Community Safety Zone in the area of Sand Point Road on River Road in McNab-Braeside. Over the last three years, the County of Renfrew has introduced various measures to deal with speeding in Sand Point. Some have included the reduction of the posted speed limit from 60 km/h to 50. Despite these measures, residents still reported speeding in the area. As a result, the county introduced a new pilot project of a Community Safety Zone. According to county manager of operations Steve Boland, the pilot is a one-year project to determine if there has been a reduction of speeding vehicles. “Unfortunately, most motorists continue to speed through the area, and speed studies indicated that approximately 75

per cent of motorists were travelling in excess of 20 km/h over the posted speed limits,” Boland said. “Therefore, we have followed Section 214 of the Highway Traffic Act and designated a Community Safety Zone. What this does is essentially increase the penalties imposed for infractions.” Aspects of the Community Safety Zone pilot project include: • For the first time, a County of Renfrew road will have a “50 km/h” symbol painted on the roadway to alert motorists of the upcoming Community Safety Zone; • Special signage is installed alerting motorists to the new Community Safety Zone; • Motorists speeding through this area can expect to see traffic fines increased. As River Road is a county road, McNabBraeside council asked the County to take action after Sand Point resident Mike Cleary raised the speeding concerns during the summer.

A long-time activist with the Arnprior area Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) has been elected a vice-president of the organization. Debra Pretty-Straathof was elected at the OFA convention in Toronto Nov. 20-22 in her second try at the post. A regional director of the OFA for the past 12 years representing parts of both Renfrew and Lanark counties, PrettyStraathof is a dairy farmer in the Arnprior area. She has served on the OFA’S four-member executive committee. She holds a diploma in public relations, is a dairy educator, and has been active in initiatives such as the Renfrew County Rural Ramble and the Farm to City program. The annual meeting for the 37,000strong OFA featured the election of Alymer vegetable producer and long-time board member Mark Wales as new OFA president. More than 250 delegates representing agricultural commodities and Ontario farmers attended the convention to discuss farm issues and the sustainability

of Ontario agriculture. Joining Pretty-Straathof as a vicepresident is grain farmer Don McCabe of Inwood. Keith Currie of Collingwood will remain as the fourth executive member and Joe Dickenson of Brigden, was re-elected to the director-at-large position. “This next year provides a terrific opportunity for OFA to continue the momentum of delivering results on issues that matter to our members,” said Wales. “I expect open for business and regulatory reforms to headline the issues we’ll continue to champion in the coming year on behalf of our members.” Sustainability and its importance to farming and food was the theme of the 2011 convention. Newly-elected Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Minister Ted McMeekin welcomed delegates to the meeting. A silent auction was held, raising more than $8,000 in funds for the Agri-Skills Abroad program, providing assistance to farmers in Africa, Central and South America.

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Taking part the youth apprenticeship signing are, from left, Antrim Contracting owner Clint Duff; Wade Curly Deno; Marnie, Craig and their son Dave Martin; Pam Duplessis of the Ontario Youth and Apprenticeship program; and Shirley Stevenson, ADHS co-op teacher.

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Antrim Contracting site was bubbling with activity at a new excavation site on the morning of Nov. 23 when Dave Martin was signed-up for the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP). Antrim Contracting owner Clint Duff operates a full service company in Arnprior and surrounding area. Work entails excavating new sites for local developers from city services to demolition. Duff and Wade Curly Deno were quite pleased to have Martin, an Arnprior District High School student, on board, as he demonstrates a good work ethic and is always punctual. The Grade 12 student is an energetic and hard-working young man, anxious to get his career started.

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Attention high school musicians! The Arnprior Parks and Recreation youth program is hosting a Battle of the Bands. On Dec, 9, come out to the small gym at Arnprior District High School and battle it out against other bands for a chance to win some awesome prizes. Prizes for the top three bands include appearances in Youth Concerts in the Park ‘12, as well as a Canada day. The winner will also record a demo CD from Drift Studios. There is a band fee of $20 and a door entry fee of $5. Come out and support your favourite local bands. This Battle of the Bands is for youth in high school only. As of right now, unfortunately, we do not have enough bands registered to run this event. If you are interested in participating in battle of the bands you must register at the Nick Smith Centre by this Friday, Dec. 2. If there are not enough bands registered by the due date, Battle of the Bands will be cancelled. Contact youth co-ordinator Kayla at the Nick Smith Centre at 613-623-7301, ext. 217 or email kmenkhorst@arnprior.ca for more information. We are looking for adult volunteers as well, so contact Kayla if available. Need volunteer hours? Build your resume? Get training? If yes, then sign up for any of our Leadership for Youth Training Series (LYTS) programs. These programs are for youth in Grades 9-12 only. Our latest training session is coming up. On Dec. 6 from 3:30 to 9 p,m,, the Nick Smith Centre will be hosting Introduction to Humanitarian Leadership training opportunity. This training enables youth to understand and develop leadership styles and

skills through interactive activities. It encourages engagement in the humanitarian field as leaders by discussing and learning about values-based leadership through Red Cross-based experimental activities. This training is a great resume builder, skill developer, and way to earn 40 hours. This program costs $5 or free with a Grade 9 Community Access Pass. Registrations are due at The Nick Smith Centre by this Friday Dec. 2. Want to learn a fun, new activity for the winter season? Come join us in learning to Snowshoe and Nordic Pole. These fun activities help you keep active in the winter, and are a great way to spend time with your family. This program is for all ages so everyone is more than welcome to attend. On Dec. 12 there will be a lesson at the Ma-TeWay Centre in Renfrew from 4-5 p.m. for a fee of $5 per person. We will also be at the Nick Smith Centre on Dec. 12 from 6-7 p.m. for a fee of $5 or free with a Community Access Pass. Follow up this program by borrowing snowshoes and poles for free from the Nick Smith Centre throughout the winter. Registrations for this program are due at the Nick Smith Centre by Monday, Dec. 5. Another one of our Boyzone programs is coming up. Boyzone dodgeball is Monday, Dec. 5 from 6-7 p.m. at rhe Nick Smith Centre. This means boys-only at dodgeball that night. This is a free, drop-in program for youth aged 9-16. Hope to see you there. For more information on any programs or registration dates, contact the youth co-ordinator Kayla at the Nick Smith Centre at 613-623-7301, ext. 217 or email kmenkhorst@arnprior.ca. Nina Townley is a co-op student working with Kayla Menkhorst and Don Gougeon at the Arnprior Recreation Youth program.

The town’s youth program received $2,000 from No Frills, on behalf of the Loblaw Companies. The money will go toward the popular dodge ball and cooking class. On hand for the presentation are: Shay Klimpel, left, Kayla Menkhorst, owners Faith and Jack Bird, and Marion Young. Photo by Derek Dunn

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STUDENTS AT WORK Arnprior District High School students Brady Wickens, Kaitlyn McLeod and Nick Brown are among the students working at the Arnprior and District Museum this term to get their community service hours.

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The Greater Arnprior Chamber of Commerce annual AGM and Christmas Social Thursday, December 8th, 2011 from 6pm-9pm at Pineridge Children’s Centre, 32 Ewen Street, Arnprior, Ontario Please join us for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres There is no cost to attend this function There will be a cash Bar

Please let us know by Monday, December 5th, 2011 if you will be attending The new Directors for the year 2012 will be introduced.

Thank you to Danny Mac’s & United Way and all that attended our Social on Nov 23, 2011.

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Burnstown open house to help two causes The spirit of Christmas is alive and well - specifically at 1718 Burnstown Rd. (formerly Beyond the Bulrushes) on Dec. 9-10. What was once an anticipated annual event unfortunately died when the shop closed, but Nancy and Ted Young, the same owners who now use this historic building as their home, have decided to open their doors to the public once again making it the sixth Christmas open house. The open house is being held in conjunction with a special Christmas event held by the other Burnstown shops and galleries throughout the whole Dec. 9 to 11 weekend. As in past open houses, donations are gratefully accepted on behalf of the Salvation Army and a new charitable Foundation, Hearts for Change. As part of the fundraising efforts, there will also be festively packaged baked goods for sale, and fresh evergreen decorations. Most people are familiar with the Salvation Army, but probably very few, if any, have heard of Hearts for Change. The Hearts for Change Foundation (which only recently became an official charity) was started by a young Kingston, Ontario couple, who happen to be the niece and nephew of

the owners of the Burnstown home. These young humanitarians have made a financial commitment to an ever-growing orphanage (Hosanna) in Kenya for no other reason than it needed to be done. It is becoming increasingly difficult to meet the monetary requirements (despite their tireless fundraising efforts, help from a handful of sponsors and digging very deep into their own pockets every single month). Thirty dollars per month will cover the complete needs of one child, and all the money goes directly to the children (tax receipts are available). This Foundation is not about making money for the founders or creating a tax shelter. It is very simply people with very big hearts trying to make a difference. Information will be available at the open house, at www. heartsforchange.ca or by calling Nancy at 613-433-9549 for details. The open house runs Friday, Dec. 9 from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday Dec. 10 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. The Youngs are looking forward to hosting the event, as it will allow them to get re-acquainted with former patrons and hopefully raise some money and awareness.

DANCE your way into 2012 New Year’s Dance

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Christmas in the Valley with Wayne Rostad Wayne Rostad, entertainer, singer/songwriter, storyteller and humorist is bringing his ‘Christmas in the Valley with Wayne Rostad and Friends’ show back to Renfrew at the AFAC Wing this Saturday, Dec. 3 at 8 p.m. The net proceeds from the Christmas in the Valley shows are donated to the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. As an entertainer, Rostad has become one of the most recognized voices and faces on the Canadian landscape. His award-winning CBC television show, On the Road Again, has made him a Canadian icon. His original songs about the places he’s been and the people he’s met along the way have won the hearts of fans across the nation. He takes to the stage with his guitar in hand, a one-man show that keeps audiences spellbound

with songs, stories, humour and passion for entertaining them. The Pakenham area resident is a strong community activist, who has helped raise millions of dollars for CHEO and the Ottawa Heart Institute. He has been inducted into the Ottawa Valley Country Music Hall of Fame; he is a Paul Harris Fellow; and a Judge Brian Stevenson Award recipient. He also serves as a board member at several charitable foundations. Rostad was awarded the Order of Canada for his strong commitment to the people in his own backyard and in communities across the country. He will be joined on stage Saturday by a few of his friends celebrating Christmas in the Valley. Appearing with him will be Ottawa Valley favourite Gail Gavan accompanied by guitarist Mike

Wayne Rostad and Friends are at the AFAC Wing in Renfrew Dec. 3.

Ryan, keyboard man Seamus Costello and Manon Seguin and the Christmas spirited gospel singing choir Voices of Praise. Plus, the show will also feature the fiddling magic of Louis Schryer. For more show information, visit www.waynerpstad.com or www.greentomatoproductions. com. Tickets cost $26.55 and are available at the AFAC Wing, Mill Music or Valley Heritage Radio.

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Salvation Army Majors Rocky and Janice Bishop were at the Arnprior Shopping Mall on the first day of the annual Salvation Army kettle campaign, Nov. 24. Donations will help buy presents and turkey dinners will go toward area families in need, they explained. However, more volunteers are needed to man the kettle from now until days before Christmas. Call 613432-8956 to volunteer.

Arnprior Toastmasters gave its members a challenge on Nov. 23. At a speech marathon, seven members stepped up to the plate to deliver five- to seven-minute speeches. Each speaker also received six written evaluations, which included a manual evaluation. SPEECHES INCLUDED Summer of 1978 - a family road trip from Newfoundland to Northwest Territories of a military relocation; Perfect Fit - how two different things are needed to make a fit - like a lock and key; No More Sliding Doors - a persuasive speech on the disadvantages of sliding doors. Human Virus - passion speech on seven billion population explosion; Post Mistress - a book report on three characters during World War 2; Polar Bears of Churchill Manitoba - and informative story how the polar bears will hide their black nose with their paws; Generational History - A life story of her grandmother - building blocks of generation DNA.

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The Arnprior Toastmasters marathon winners are: Nancy Spence - first place winner for Summer 1978; Lynne Zander - second place winner for Perfect Fit; and Deanna Karimullah - third place winner for No More Sliding Doors. Arnprior Toastmasters meets at the Arnprior Hospital Outpatient Teaching Room on the second floor on Wednesdays starting at 6:45 p.m. Toastmasters is a great way to improve confidence while improving speaking and leadership skills. On Nov. 30, Arnprior Toastmasters were to meet at the Arnprior Public Library at 7 p.m. for a Tall Tales Contest and open house. The public was welcome to attend to figure out if someone is just spinning a yarn or not.

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At the last Arnprior Legion board meeting, members from the Arnprior Rotary Club presented the Legion with a laminated plaque of the ‘Veteran’s Bill of Rights’ for display in their hall. Legion Comrade Al Tobio of the Arnprior Legion accepts the Veterans Bill of Rights plaque from David Palmer of the Arnprior Rotary Club, accompanied by other club members Rev. Leo Hughes and Gerhard Peters.

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PARADE OF FOOD DONATIONS Arnprior District High School students and Coldwell Banker Real Estate staffers delighted parade organizers by collecting 35 boxes of food and almost $1,200 for the Arnprior Food Bank during Saturday’s Legion parade. At left, students. from left, Olivia Rancourt, Melissa Prowse, Melissa Hartwick,and Chad and Paige Brydges with their food collection carts.

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The spirit of giving is alive and well in Arnprior. Arnprior Legion Branch 174 officials are thrilled with the success of the Nov. 26 Santa Claus parade, which not only drew great crowds but also included a food drive for the Arnprior food bank. Organizers of the annual event are thrilled with the unprecedented success of the food drive, which netted 35 boxes of food and $1,177.45 for the organization. “I’m amazed. I’d like to say thank you Arnprior,” said Theresa Carron, who acted as parade marshall along with Heather Pierce. “Thank you Arnprior, what a wonderful community.” Organizers express their thanks to all who helped the parade come together, from volunteers, to business, to particpants and parade goers. Judges selected Glad Tidings Pentecostal Zelda and the Zingers as the best float overall. Nerds On Site picked up first place honours in the new prize category of best lights. Coldwell Banker was runner-up. TOP FLOATS

The Arnprior Lions Club and the Redneck Christmas float had the crowds smiling.

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Religion: Emmanuel Anglican Church, runner-up Knights of Columbus Service Club: Arnprior Agricultural Society, runner-up Arnprior Lions Club Community: Arnprior Fire Department, runner-up Madawaska Meadows Theme: Canadian Tire, runner-up Corner Stone Dental Commercial: Home Hardware, Milliken Landscaping.

Parade goers were thrilled with the beatuiful festive horses featured in the parade, at right. Below, there was plenty of candy being handed out to the young and the young at heart.

Arnprior Mayor David Reid and McNab-Braeside Mayor Mary Campbell have a stylish ride for the parade, above. At left, Dr. Tony Veale and the Cornerstone Dental Group rock a disco theme. Below, the M and R Feeds float has two of its mascots along for the ride.

If you didn’t get your fill of Santa parades Saturday, there are several others in the area this weekend, including one in nearby Pakenham. The Pakenham Santa Claus Parade will be wind its way

through the village starting at 1 p.m. this Saturday, Dec. 3. The parade begins and ends at the Stewart Community Centre,

where Santa and Mrs. Claus will meet with the children afterwards. Hot chocolate and hot dogs will be served and there will be free skating from 2 to 3 p.m. The Renfrew Santa parade

will also be held this Saturday at 1 p.m. On Sunday there will be Santa parades in Calabogie and Almonte, both at 1:30 p.m. Almonte is holding its annual Light Up The Night on Mill Street this Friday,

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‘Tis the season for holiday events and the McNab-Braeside Fire Department is getting into the spirit with its popular annual pancake Breakfast with Santa this Saturday. The event is a chance not only to get into the Christmas spirit but to help the food bank as well. as donations will be accepted in lieu of admission. The public is invited to come and see Santa and Sparky Dog at the White Lake Fire Hall from 7:30-11 a.m. Dec. 3. The fun includes fire prevention information, treats for the kids and Christmas cheer. For more information contact Karen Barsoski at 613-623-5665 or Kevin Nicholson at 613-623-3411 The White Lake Fire Hall is located at 142 Burnstown Rd.

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Naturalists to focus on AGM, plant sex Check This Week’s Flyers in the he After the business part of the meeting is concluded, president Michael Runtz will give a “highly visual, entertaining and quite surprising exploration” of the sex lives of plants. His talk is entitled ‘Sexual stigmas and surrogate lovers’.

Renfrew County embraces Facebook The County of Renfrew now has an official Facebook Page. County officials invite the public to visit the page and come back frequently

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A goat on the lam THIS WEEK’S FEATURE An OPP officer recently happened upon a traffic situation east of Arnprior that caused him some concern. A goat and a lamb were walking down the middle of the roadway between OPP and OPS jurisdictions and were becoming a danger to themselves and others. Because the goat and the lamb were flirting with the fine jurisdictional lines of Lanark County and Ottawa. the officer felt it was prudent to engage the OPS officers in this rural round-up. Meanwhile, police are warning motorists to keep a sharp eye out for deer and take their time driving rural highways and byways. In the first couple of weeks of November, 24 deer-vehicle collisions were reported in the rural area between Arnprior and Kanata.

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The Arnprior Redmen celebrate a hard-fought 36-23 victory over the Adam Scott Lions Saturday to give them another Ontario AA Provincial Championship title.

Red-peat: Redmen win second straight provincial title ADHS football team powers way to impressive 36-23 win Saturday to cap off undefeated season JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

The Arnprior Senior boys football completed an undefeated season with a 36-23 win Saturday in the National Capital Bowl. The Redmen defeated Adam Scott Lions from Peterborough at the Beckwith field to capture their second straight provincial AA high school football title. It was a gratifying win for veteran head coach Al Luimes, who, along with his talented coach staff, put in a great deal of hard work to create a championship team. Luimes quoted B.C. Lions coach Wally Buono as saying that all title games have points scored and assignments made and missed, but in the end it is usually ‘great plays’ that decide a contest. (Buono’s Lions won the Grey Cup by an almost identical score to Saturday’s Capital Bowl, with a 34-23 win Sunday.) “He was dead on,” said Luimes. “The big plays were the difference (in the ADHS-Adam Scott game). Champions make championship plays.” Perhaps the biggest play was by last year’s offensive hero, Mitch Bott. Bott, playing defense this year, made a key interception late in the game with Adam Scott driving down the field and only six points behind. Bott intercepted a pass with less than four minutes left and took it close to 75 yards down to the opponent’s 15-yard line. The Redmen capitalized with quarterback Nathan Andrews hitting Jaeger Prot over the top of a blitzing Adam Scott defense for a touchdown and a 13-point lead. Andrews, the brother of last year’s star running back Jesse Andrews, played a steady, smart game, Luimes said, noting the first-year quarterback “hasn’t thrown an interception all year.” After the insurance touchdown, Arnprior was then able to play more conservatively, giving the Peterborough squad short gains as they ran out the clock. The teams traded late scores but the after the interception and the resulting touchdown, the result was never in doubt. Luimes explained that Bott moved from offense to defense this year, as he like to stock the middle linebackers with fiveyear players. “They tend to be more confi-

Arnprior Redmen QB Nathan Andrews runs the ball while Bryan Clarke (59) and Jacob Redner (48) hold back a pride of hungry Lions in the Ontario AA Provincial Championship game on Saturday. dent, more aggressive,” he said. “They’ve seen it all before.” It certainly paid off for the Redmen with Bott roaming behind the line. With his great range and jumping ability (thanks in part to his skateboarding skills), it enabled him to snag the winning touchdown last year, and “we knew we would eventually come up with an interception (this year),” said Luimes. The coach also praised tailback Ryan Kargus for his strong game in chewing up yardage on the ground. “He’s really grown into his role … we really have depended on him,” he said. Adam Scott, which has been in the final five straight years, were no pushover. It took a late touchdown by Bott last year to give the Redmen a 28-23 win many called an upset. This year, the teams were expected to play a close match. Arnprior struck first when Brandon Furlotte made a “sensational catch” to set up a touchdown by Andrews, who took it in on a keeper. Adam Scott responded by marching down the field to tie the game. However, any momentum they had when the Redmen succeeded in some razzle-dazzle on the kickoff. Sean Dey drew the defense to him as he turned up the centre of the field. He then pitched it back to the speedy Andrew MacAulay who scampered up the

sidelines for a touchdown to put ADHS back in the lead. “It definitely deflated them after they had worked so hard for a touchdown,” noted Luimes. However, they didn’t quit, he added, noting Adam Scott played as expected, strong up the middle both offensively and defensively. “There were no real surprises (from them),” he added. “Their front line was very strong … and they had a strong running game.” However, Andrew Lesk played a key role in limiting their running game, the coach said. In the second quarter, Prot scored his first of two touchdowns on a 10-yard run when Lucas Lalonde sprung him “with a great block,” said Luimes. Adam Scott closed the margin scoring on a long bomb before the half. The game stayed 21-15 for some time, before Bott’s game-changing interception. Luimes explained that having more than 40 players coming out for the team gave the Redmen the luxury of separate offensive and defensive teams. That has given ADHS an advantage in the fourth quarter against teams whose stars are playing both ways, he noted. “They’re often spent,” he said. It also gives the coaches more sideline time with the two teams, so they can advise them to adapt better to trends in the

game, he added. Having four assistant coaches is also great for the team, said Luimes, who has been coaching football for 27 years (all but four in Arnprior). “I can remember run practices by myself … it’s hard to teach that way.” The addition to the team of defensive co-ordinator Steve Staye (who played for Luimes years ago), offensive co-ordinator Trevor Rosien and receiver coach Nathan Mask made it much easier to be a head coach, he said. As well, the team’s “CAO,” Dave Herrick helped immensely with the administration of the team, he added. Luimes said the team’s player captains have also contributed greatly, ensuring strong turnouts at practice. This year the captains were Bott, Lesk, Furlotte, Andrews and Kris Blimkie. Luimes said the team has a solid core of returning players plus some talent coming up from the junior team, which won the Renfrew-Lanark championship. However, there will be some holes to fill, particularly at middle linebacker. But a three-peat is not out of the question, he agreed. “We expect to make a solid run for it (championship) again.” He said the extra playing and practice time that the team enjoyed because of its long playoff run certainly helps the players develop their skills and knowledge of the game. Luimes said the team appreciated all the fan support this year, which extended to the title game at Beckwith, near Carleton Place. “It was a great crowd,” he said. It could be the last hurrah for Luimes, who will retire from teaching in January. If he’s still around the area, he will likely continue to coach as a volunteer, although he has some other irons in the fire. “It’s been a great run,” he said. “It’s been special to see the team getting better and better.” While the coaches play an important role, it eventually “comes down to the kids,” he said. “Football can teach you important life lessons and it certainly has happened that way here.” ADHS principal Neil Farmer said the victory continues a “great year” for the school’s athletes. They have also excelled in rugby, basketball, track and other sports, he noted.

Packers move into first with two lopsided wins The Arnprior Packers took over first place in the Eastern Ontario Junior B league Valley division on the weekend with two convincing victories. The Packers leapfrogged over Perth for first last Friday with a 9-1 shellacking

of the Blue Wings. Arnprior followed up with a 9-3 win over Almonte Thunder Saturday. Both games were on the road. The Packers received balanced scoring and once again excellent goaltending from Matt Couvrette in the wins.

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Continued from front Players and teams will rotate through the ice surfaces, with each team playing at as many different arenas as possible. “Why the Ottawa Valley?” said host chairman George Brown. “It’s got a strong hold on broomball in Canada. We have a history; there are many junior, senior, and ladies’ national champions here.” Currently, the Gamblers broomball team, composed of players primarily from Almonte and Pakenham, are the Canadian juvenile broomball champions after taking home the gold medal in Manitoba this spring. “I’ve been here for 12 years,” said Marc Desparois, VP of Operations for the International Federation of Broomball Associations. “And this will be the best tournament.” Desparois said that the goal is to increase the number of countries represented at the championship, as 16 countries playing under standardized rules is the minimum to be an Olympic sport. “With 16, we can do the Olympics,” he said. “So in 10, 15 years, maybe we’ll be seeing it.” Brown said the goal is to have 64 teams participating in the four divisions - women’s, men’s, co-ed and masters, and expects to see between nine and 12 countries participate. The municipalities were all represented at the conference, and echoed the same excitement throughout. Mississippi Mills mayor John Levi reflected on his own days playing broomball in Pakenham - “we had to have a half a dozen balls because when they froze, they broke.” He also noted the financially positive side of hosting the games, as while most teams will stay at hotels in Kanata, Valley arenas, restaurants and venues will be booked throughout the week. “It’s a big economic stimulus to an area and we’re happy to share it with the Valley,” he said. Brown said they expect the tournament to bring in about $5 million to the area over the course of the tournament. Organizers said they were very happy to have Arnprior’s representative, Glen Arthur, on board. Arthur served as the chair of the Telus Cup in 2008 when it was hosted at the Nick Smith Centre. Arnprior has also played host to the national women’s hockey championships in the past. “This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase Ottawa Valley hospitality,” said Carleton Place Mayor Wendy LeBlanc.

Goal scorers Friday were Mitch Parker with two and Derrin Lehoux, Braedon Moffatt, Dan Weir, Eric Guvremont, Ryan Patrick, Jake Primeau and Casey Doner with singles. On Saturday, Ryan Eady led the way with two tallies.

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The ADMH 12th annual Christmas tree lighting is at 6 p.m. in front of the hospital. The Bretzlaff and Ferrari families will lead in the lighting of the tree. The featured entertainer will be local singer Jamie Bentz. The public is invited to gather at the hospital’s front steps for the lighting, entertainment, caroling and refreshments.

Arnprior Toastmasters meetings in December are cancelled. Regular meetings resume Jan. 4.

The Salvation Army will be taking applications for assistance on Thursday and Friday at the Fountain on Mary Street from 1 to 4 p.m. Please bring identification for each member of your family and proof of income.

• DECEMBER 2 Christmas bake sale at the Arnprior Shopping Centre, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., a fundraising event sponsored by the Arnprior Rotary Club in support of the Arnprior-Braeside-McNab Seniors at Home Program. Baked goods, Rotary Christmas cakes and calendars, and crafts. For info or to donate call 613-623-7981.

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White Lake United Church is holding a Christmas Gospel music time at 2 p.m. Music by Damaged Goods and the Blairs. Everyone welcome. An art show and sale will benefit Arnprior and District Humane Society. Held at Our Place in the Prior, upstairs at 24 Elgin St., from 12 to 3 p.m.

• DECEMBER 6 St. Peter Celestine Christmas Concert featuring the Arnprior Community Choir, Tuesday, 7 p.m. Performing at St. Peter Celestine Church, Pakenham. Adults $15; children under 12, $10; tickets available at the door or by calling 613-256-4760.

Diner’s Club, 7 p.m. at Jim’s Restaurant, roast beef $12. Christmas music and sing-along with Bill and Trudy Cowan. Tickets available ArnpriorBraeside-McNab Seniors at Home, 106 McGonigal St. W, until Dec. 6. Call 613-623-7981.

• DECEMBER 9 Arnprior Parks and Recreation Youth Programs is organizing a Battle of the Bands for high school students. For further info, contact Kayla or Don at the Nick Smith Centre.

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$599,900 Beautiful parklike setting with a spectacular custom built Bungalow. Deluxe Décor. For a personal tour call Cheryl today MLS #812084

$235,000 Cozy 2 storey in White Lake with a triple car garage includes a workshop . Country living and room for all your toys! Snowmobile trails nearly at your doorstep. Call Cheryl MLS #812088

$167,000 Affordable living – walking distance to the schools and park and downtown. Excellent family home. Call Cheryl MLS #806106

Cheryl Richardson-Burnie Broker 613-623-9222

Sales Representative

“Until this year it meant pack- be 20 per cent off. “We’re going Build it, and they will come. That’s what Mike and Judy Wil- ing up a lot of our collectibles to celebrate our grand opening and small antiques because I by letting our visitors sample son are hoping. Antiques, Treasures & Treats, needed the space. This year I’m a large variety of our gourmet their small home-front store, just moving them out to the treats,” says Judy. “We buy what we like, and we barn, temporarily.” has just added 750 square feet of Antiques, Treasures & Treats want our customers to taste how storage. “I’ve always wanted a barn,” invites the public to visit their good our products are.” The expanded store will be Judy says, smiling. “We like it so new two-story barn this Frimuch, we find ourselves spend- day and Saturday (Dec 2-3). An- open every day until Christmas tiques, old-fashioned Christmas and is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ing our evenings out there.” The Arnprior couple ad- decorations and giftware will both this Friday and Saturday. mit they were frustrated in RE/MAX METRO-CITY John Roberts Broker the past when REALTY LTD., brokerage 613- 596-5353 or 613-832-0902 they’d hear customers ask 2255 Carling Avenue if there were Ottawa, ON K2B 7Z5 www.johnwroberts.com more antiques upstairs in 303 Bayview Dr., Constance Bay Pretty their home. 3 bedroom home backing “Truthfully, onto hundreds of acres of we had more Torbollton forest. Large upstairs, downcovered decks looking stairs, in the towards the Ottawa River. Fireplace, huge rooms, lots attic, in the garof closets, open concept, 2 den shed, and full baths. Maintenance in a friend’s New Listing! 2892 Old Maple Lane, Dunrobin Finishing touches free with oversized single being made to this stunning 3 bedroom bungalow with walkout basebarn,” laughs ment, open concept, cathderal ceilings, great kitchen, hardwood & tile car garage and huge Mike. “We flrs, master & second bedrm both have ensuite baths & walk-in closets, workshop. Come take a look! $318,900 needed a space main flr laundry, huge back deck, hi-efficency propane gas furnace, where it was central air & more $367,500 all together and easy to see.” Judy says it was especially frustrating at this time of year. “For the 50 Coleman Street, Carleton Place Charming 2 bedrm home with an Waterfront! 156 Woods Road, Constance Bay Affordable all year month of De- interesting floor plan featuring dark wood flrs, open concept living & dining round waterfront 2 bedrm bungalow on Buckhams Bay, sunrm, fireplace, cember, I try rm, stylish kitchen with updates, front porch, family rm, updated bathrm, main deck, renovated bath, great for first time buyers or those looking for a round cottage. If you are willing to put in a little work and TLC this to ramp up our flr laundry, second flr den, patio door to yard, workshop and 5 appliances. year spot could be the perfect spot. $249,900 Needs to be seen! $175,000 basket stock to the point where there are 50 gift baskets on the shelf, ready to go. That, plus the increased inventory of Christmas dec- 243 Clifford Campbell Dr., Fitzroy Harbour, Charming 3 bedrm Six Car Garage!! 156 Woods Road, Constance Bay Spacious here’s your dream home & dream garage !! Impressive 4 bedrm orations, stock- home with great potential, hardwood floors, updated kitchen, newer Finally with southern exposure, private 1.5 acre lot close to water access & Torbolton ing stuffers and vinyl windows, exterior doors & shingles, upgraded well & septic 1988, Forest trails, grand living/dining room, 5 pce ensuite, famrm with woodstove, forced air oil heat, electric panel changed to breakers, pretty front cigar acces- porch, 80’ x 216’ lot. Must be seen! $169,900 stunning kitchen, screen porch, hot tub, natural gas heating. Spend more time boating & enjoying your other toys keeping them close at home! $539,900 sories created space issues. Visit www.johnwroberts.com to see more pictures and full details of all my listings!!

$194,900

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197 Old Pakenham Rd., Fitzroy Harbor $249,900

Available immediately - 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 storey home on large lot. Covered porches front and back, eat in kitchen, hrdwd and laminate ﬂoors, fully ﬁnished basement, economical hot water heat. Attached 2 car garage with inside entry, paved driveway - hot tub included. MLS #809749

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529 May Dean Drive, Vydon Acres - $369,900

Recently constructed Hi Ranch on a 2+ acre lot - hardwd ﬂoors thruout, open concept main level, 3 pc ensuite, over 1100 sq ft of unﬁnished basement with inside access to oversized 2 car garage. Large lot with mature trees. MLS #805072

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2593 12th Concession N., Pakenham $199,900 Solid stone home on 1.7 acres. This house is in good structural condition however it needs interior TLC. New vinyl windows - 2000; natural gas furnace, metal roof. Center hall plan. Lots of potential here. 50’ X 40’ storage shed/workshop/garage with 50’ X 17’ leanto - excellent for storage.MLS #814202

3944 Farmview Rd., Kinburn $529,900 Sprawling bungalow on 9 treed acres. 3 minutes to the 417 and 20 minutes to Kanata. Totally open concept home, 3 bdrooms, den could be 4th, amazing master suite. Full basement with walk out. Approx. 3200 sq. ft. Very quiet setting amongst the trees. Pond on site.

344 McManus Rd., White Lake $569,900

Excellent opportunity to purchase 228 acres featuring a 2006 custom designed 3 bdrm bungalow, a detached, heated 4 car garage and a 30 x 100 hip roof barn. Open concept bungalow impeccably maintained, hrdwd ﬂoors, fully ﬁnished basement. Inground pool. Excellent hobby farm - horses or livestock or a recreational property.

3714 Kinburn Side Rd. $178,500

3 bdrm 2 storey, excellent condition. Country style kitchen, large living room, formal dining room. Large back yard, septic tank recently replaced. Seconds to the 417 and 20 minutes to Kanata. MLS #806241

LOTS OF LOTS

46 Melville Rd., Arnprior $286,500

Move in and enjoy - exceptionally well maintained and upgraded 2 bedroom bungalow style home in quiet neighbourhood. Hardwood and tile, carpet in bedroom. Ensuite and walk in closet. 2nd bedroom presently being used as a den. Full basement awaiting your imagination - lots of space. MLS #809980

874087 - 8 treed acres – New Listing 814089 - 10 treed acres – New Listing 814085 - 2 clear acres – New Listing 800275 - 71 treed acres 790400 - 61 treed acres 790401 - 12 treed acres 804529 – 100 recreational acres 804530 – 100 recreational acres

To advertise, call today 613.623.6571! leslie.osborne@metroland.com

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shannon.o’brien@metroland.com

Sales Representative

613-858-4851

BUS: 613-270-8200 RES: 613-832-2503 joneill@royallepage.ca

Robert Larsen

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Antiques, Treasures & Treats expands premises

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$359,900

MLS#800684 BRAESIDE

MLS#813490 BRAESIDE

Well-priced 3 bedrm bungalow just outside Arnprior. Finished basement with large rec room.

3bed/3bath Cape Cod on 2.26 treed acres. Open concept main ﬂoor. 2-car attached plus single car detached garage.

$189,900

613-222-9787

MLS #811053 ARNPRIOR 3 bedrm, 2 storey on a lovely lot. Many upgrades. Close to amenities.

$319,900

MLS #802646 PINEGROVE Spacious all brick hi ranch. Well maintained. 4 car detached garage/workshop.

ANNOUNCING THE FIRST ANNUAL RE/MAX REALTY SOLUTIONS HOME SHOW TO BE HELD IN ARNPRIOR SPRING 2012

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Kevin Dodds will have several original oil paintings on display at his Christmas open house. Artwork courtesy of Kevin Dodds

Artist getting into festive spirit JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

Kevin Dodds is unveiling a few new wrinkles when he holds a Christmas open house at his John Street gallery in Arnprior on the weekend of Dec. 10-11. It is the first Christmas open house Dodds has held in several years. He will be exhibiting some of his new oil paintings and prints as well as

signing cards and Lang calendars featuring his work at the show, which runs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. The open house will also include the release of new puzzles, antique ornaments and a demonstration of hand-painting of Christmas egg ornaments by artist Daisey Mae Lennox. There will homemade goodies and refreshments. A portion of proceeds

from sales will be donated to breast cancer research. The Dodds family, like many others, has been directly affected by the disease. Dodds will be at the Pakenham General Store this weekend (Dec. 3-4) with a large amount of originals prints, calendars, puzzles and Christmas cards. He will also be at a Christmas craft sale at Lansdowne Park in Ottawa Dec. 8-9 and 12-18.

Donna Nych Broker of Record COLDWELL BANKER VALLEY WIDE REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE

613-623-7303 1-800-897-1841

donna-nych@coldwellbanker.ca

www.coldwellbanker.ca or mls.ca

AFFORDABLE

GREAT STARTER PROPERTY

Clean, neat 1+bedroom bungalow with gas heat, IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY Great Starter or Rental Property 2 bedroom, ½ hardwood ﬂoors, main ﬂoor laundry and a single double freshly painted, hardwood and laminate floors, 1.5 baths, fenced-in garage, immediate occupancy. $134,500 mls#811760 yard, gas heat, full basement plus 4 appliances. $158,500 mls#811150

LOG HOME On 2 acres with exposed log walls, ash and pine ﬂoors, modern kitchen with dw and fridge and stove, main ﬂoor laundry, wood stove and a lovely screened – in porch $224,500 mls#810074 offers

WATERFRONT ACREAGE 59 acres with approx. 5000’ of shoreline on Lake Madawaska with a beautiful 2+1 bedroom custom built brick bungalow and a 30x60 garage/workshop. Cottage and home in one! Low maintenance costs. $799,000 mls#810882

LOTS

CUSTOM BUILT HOME

3 bedroom bungalow beautifully decorated and meticulously maintained. Hwd & ceramic ﬂoors, 3 f.p., gourmet kitchen, main ﬂoor laundry & more. $549,900 mls#803431

1 acre treed lot at White Lake with an ownership interest in a waterfront lot directly across the road. $59,500. MLS#810813 1.5 acre waterfront lot with boating out into the Ottawa River. $79,900

VYDON ACRES Estate Properties • Newly Constructed Inventory Homes • Homes Under Construction will ﬁnish to Your Spec’s • Vacant Lots; Purchase Your Own, We Will Manage Your Personal Construction.

To Get There from Ottawa: Highway 417 West (35 minutes west of Scotiabank Place) • Exit Kinburn Side Rd. to Old Highway 17 • Left for 4 miles then Right on Galetta Side Rd for 2 miles • Left on Loggers Way for ½ a mile From Arnprior (15 minutes): • Old Highway 17 East to Galetta Side Rd for 4 miles, then follow the above directions.

613-622-7931

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Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke ticularly true when it comes MP Cheryl Gallant has been to overseas missions that are a elected chairwoman of the Ca- result of Canada’s membership nadian North Atlantic Treaty in NATO,” she said. Org anization (NATO) Parliamentary Association. “I thank my parliamentary colleagues for their vote of confidence in my ability to represent Canadian interests in an important forum like NATO,” said Gallant, who was vicechairwoman for the last four years. The NATO Parliamentary Assembly was established in 1955 to provide an link between NATO and the elected representatives of the NATO Nations. It helps build parliamentary and public consensus in support of Alliance policies. The Canadian NATO Parliamentary Association consists of membership of all political parties represented in the House of Commons. The tempo of NATO missions has increased 375 DANIEL STREET, ARNPRIOR SHOPPING CENTRE significantly in recent times. As the MP for the largest army base in Canada, CFB Department Stores Petawawa, where much of the heavy lifting for NATO missions is tasked from, Gallant has the important role to play in the safety and security of military people. “I owe it to their families for them to know their MP is ‘watching the backs’ of their loved ones. ARNPRIOR SHOPPING CENTRE This is par375 DANIEL STREET SOUTH

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UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA GRACE-ST. ANDREWS, ARNPRIOR:

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. JOHN CHRYSOSTOM PARISH FAMILY

Minister: Rev. Andrew Love Join us Sundays at 10 a.m. for: Worship, Nursery (0-2 yrs), Kids Exploring Faith: (3 yrs up) A warm welcome to ALL!

Sunday Mass Saturday 4:30 pm Sun. 8:30 am & 10:30 am “You are most welcome” Rev. John N. Burchat 295 Albert St. 623-2282 www.saintjohnchrysostom.org

(613-623-3176; 269 John St. N.)

BRAESIDE PASTORAL CHARGE Rev. Dr. Richard Hollingsworth 623-2360 Glasgow United Sunday 9:00 am Castleford Sunday 10:00 am Braeside Sunday 11:00 am Sunday School During Service

BAPTIST CALVARY BAPTIST Pastor Bruce Donald (Fellowship Baptist) 613-623-4863 156 Landrigan Street South Sunday Worship 10:30 am Children's Bible Classes Nursery Wednesday Prayer/Bible Study 7:00 pm

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 279 Alicia St. at Norma Phone: 623-3993 Pastor Lee Dyck Associate Pastor Ken Wood Sunday Service at 9:30 a.m. Awana Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Youth Fridays at 7:00 p.m. Children, Youth & Adult Ministries Visit us at: www.fbc-online.ca

ELGIN ST. BAPTIST CHURCH (Baptist Convention of Ont. & Que.) 135 Elgin St., Arnprior Ont. K7S 1N9 Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Pastor: The Rev. Julie-Ann Morton Office Phone: 613-622-1069

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PRESBYTERIAN ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

PENTECOSTAL GLAD TIDINGS CHURCH Reverend Clark Young 613-623-2943 116 Baskin Drive West Sunday Service: 10:30 am Children/Youth Ministries Weekly Programs churchoffice@gladtidingsarnprior.com

WEST CARLETON CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY

Growing in Faith!

Reverend Mark Redner 3794 Diamondview Road Kinburn Friday Healing Service 7:00 p.m. Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 613-288-8120 www.wcca.ca

PARTNERS IN HARVEST RIVER OF LIFE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

ARNPRIOR SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

Rev. Milton A. Fraser B.A., M.Div. 613-623-5531 80 Daniel Street, Arnprior, Ontario

Morning Worship & Sunday School - 10:30 am

63 Victoria St., 622-5929 Sunday Celebration 10:30 a.m. Children/Youth Ministry 0 - 18

63B Victoria Street 622-7960 Pastor Djojo (Joe) Sekulic Saturday Services 9:30 am - Sabbath School 11:00 am - Worship Service

LUTHERAN ST. JOHN’S

49 McLachlin St. S., Arnprior Pastor John Jacobs 623-4562 Sunday service, Sunday School & Nursery 10:00 am

WORD OF FAITH C.F.C.M.

THE ROCK CHURCH

59 Madawaska St. Arnprior, K7S 1S1 622-7729 Pastor Joe Moniz Sunday Celebration 10 am Children’s Ministry Wednesday Prayer & Praise 7:00 pm www.therockchurch.ca

ANGLICAN

287 Harrington St (at Ottawa) Canon Roger A. Young 623-2554 Worship Services Sunday at 8 a.m. Sunday at 10 a.m. with Sunday School and Supervised Nursery Thursday 10 a.m.

JOY LOVE HOPE FAITH

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John XXIII honoured for math achievement John XXIII Separate School was recognized as being among the best elementary schools in Ontario at the Fraser Institute’s annual Awards for Excellence in Education in Toronto last Thursday. The school was named a School of Distinction for the fifth year in a row, this year in the category Excellence in Mathematics. “At John XXIII, teams of dedicated teachers, administrators and support staff have found effective ways to inspire learning and academic excellence in their students,” said Peter Cow-

ley, Fraser Institute director of school performance studies. “Their commitment to excellence cannot be overstated.” The Awards for Excellence are based on an analysis of student results data from the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) assessment. Out of 2,733 elementary schools whose test results were analyzed only the top 30 performers in each category were invited to participate in the awards. The annual awards honour school teams (teachers, principals, support staff, and volun-

teers) in three categories of academic achievement. The Garfield Weston Award for Improvement in Academics recognizes elementary school teams that have experienced the fastest, most consistent improvement in their students’ academic performance over the past five years. The Garfield Weston Award for Excellence in Language Arts recognizes elementary school teams whose students have excelled in reading and writing over the last five school years as reflected in their results on the Grade 3 and Grade 6 province-wide tests.

The Imperial Oil Foundation Award for Excellence in Mathematics honours elementary school teams whose students have excelled in mathematics over the last five school years as reflected in their results on the Grade 3 and Grade 6 provincewide tests. More than 300 educators from 53 different schools attended the reception and awards dinner. They are among the 5,222 educators representing 1,017 schools from across the country that have been honoured at the awards, presented by the Fraser Institute since 2005. The complete list of winning schools and Schools of Distinc-

tion is available at www.forexcellenceineducation.org. “The Awards for Excellence recognize school teams whose skill, dedication, and plain hard have paid off in academic improvement or high performance,” Cowley said. “The list of honourees includes school teams from public, private, and Catholic schools, urban and rural schools, and schools serving families with moderate incomes as well as those serving more affluent families. In short, these outstanding educators have shown that academic excellence and constant improvement is possible in every school across Ontario.”

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HOME GROWN CHRISTMAS

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HUNTING

HUNTER SAFETY Canadian Firearms Course. Courses and exams held throughout the year. Free course if you organize a group, exams available. Wenda Cochran, 613-256-2409. INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL SPACE

ELLIPTICAL FOR SALE in great condition. Has a timer, 10 levels of resistance, keeps track of calories burned, distance covered and pulse. If interested please make an offer @ 61 3 - 2 0 5 - 1 3 6 5 . Must come and get it. *HOT TUB (SPA) Covers-Best Price. Best quality. All shapes and colours. Call 1-866-652-6837. www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper

AFFORDABLE commercial space for rent: retail, store front office, office, warehouse & garage, downtown Arnprior, 500-6,000 square feet, SAWMILLS from only 613-299-7501. $3997 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY STORAGE with your own bandmill Indoors / Outdoors - Cut lumber any dimenBoats/cars/RV’s sion. In stock ready to 613-433-3079 ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.Nor woodSaw mills.com/400OT ARTICLES 4 SALE 1 - 8 0 0 - 5 6 6 - 6 8 9 9 Ext:400OT. DO-IT-YOURSELF STEEL BUILDINGS PRICED TO CLEAR - Make an offer! Ask about FREE DELIVERY, most areas! CALL FOR QUICK QUOTE and FREE BROCHURE 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.

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TURKEYS

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Christmas

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RACCOON FUR COAT, Full length in excellent condition, 5’10” $100. Call 613-622-0874 SET OF 4 winter tires on rims, Arctic Claw, 225/70 R15, like new. $400, 613-832-3740 THOMAS SKID STEER 243 (big), model A 803/72435, in good condition, bucket and forks, close to 3,000 hrs, $9,500. 613-752-2707 ARTICLES WANTED

FIREARMS WANTED FOR DECEMBER 10th AUCTION: Rifles, Shotguns, Handguns. As Estate Specialists WE manage sale of registered / unregistered firearms. Contact Paul, Switzer’s Auction: TollFree 1-800-694-2609, info@switzersauction.com or www.switzersauction.com. WANTED: OLD TUBE AUDIO EQUIPMENT. 40 years or older. Amplifiers, Stereo, Recording and Theatre Sound Equipment. Hammond organs. Any condition, no floor model consoles. Call Toll-Free 1-800-947-0393 / 519-853-2157.

FIREWOOD 16” DRY, MIXED

CARS FOR SALE

2000 ALLEGRO Oldsmobile, very good condition, low mileage, asking $4000. Phone 613-623-0601 or 613-623-2748 leave message, Pakenham area.

Ray’s

Pickup or Delivered

McLEOD BUILDING SUPPLIES 432-3942

Auto Sales & Leasing Inc. 211 Elliott Crescent Renfrew Hwy. 60 and Pinnacle Rd.

Mon-Fri, 8-5:30 pm Sat 8-12 Visa, mastercard and debit accepted

WAGS & WHISKERS Puppy Kindergarten Celebrating 10 years. Specializing in obedience and socialization. Call the Puppy Training Specialists to book for winter sessions. Tena and Ian 613-623-6200

2001 JETTA 1.8 Turbo 175,000 kms Standard, new brakes, runs well, body rusty though so only asking $650. 613-623-5396

FIREWOOD

Gerry Blair & Son Firewood. All hardwood. Cut, split and delivered. 613-259-2723. PETS

DOG SITTING. Experienced retired breeder providing lots of TLC. My home. Smaller dogs only. References available. $17-$20 daily. M a r g 613-721-1530. www.petland.ca, Order Pet Supplies online. Shipping everywhere in Canada. You have the Pet, we have the supp l i e s . 1-855-839-0555.

613-312-7511 The following vehicles are for sale or lease O.A.C. 2005 Chev Uplander van 2005 Chev Impala, mint 2004 Pontiac Wave, 132 km 2003 Mazda Protégé, auto 2002 Buick Century, loaded 2002 Chev Optra, 5 spd, 112 km 2002 Pontiac Alero, 4 dr, 4 cyl Member of UCDA & OMVIC Sales tax & lic extra

Call Ray today 613-312-7511

2003 Chev Silverado Reg. Cab 4x4, certified $8500 613-9136845 or 613-623-3137 Ext 110

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1200’ waterfront, 97 acre Ponderosa. Perth area. New big Scandinavian log, 3 bath home, 4-car garage. An architectural masterpiece. Property trades considered. Gerry Hudson, 1-613-446-1668, Sales Representative, Rideau Town & Country Realty Ltd. Brokerage, 613-273-5000.

DUPLEX RENTAL Good Solid Investment, 7-8% return, 1-3 bedroom and 1-1 bedroom, Tenants pay utilities, low taxes. PRICE REDUCED. Owner motivated. 613-623-5847

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3 BEDROOM House for rent available, Dec. 1st, $1000 per month+utilities. First and last, Call 613-623-4720 RENT TO OWN/ CASH BACK 2 bedroom, newly renovated Bungalow in Arnprior, Gas heat, large lot, references. $ 1 1 7 5 . 613-451-7728 T WO-BEDROOM, Family room, large living room with fireplace, dining room, larger than most homes &cheaper. $895 +utilities. Can supply 6-appliances for a little extra. 613-623-2103

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Move in today, go fishing tomorrow. This home offers you the opportunity to move in and live now. 2 Km to the Ottawa River boat launch. Absolutely maintenance free for the next 20 years. Poured and insulated concrete finished basement with rec room, wet bar, cold storage, office and mud room entrance from oversized 2 car garage. Main floor boasts hardwood and ceramic floors with main floor laundry and green material custom kitchen, not to mention the large pantry for all your storage needs. Interlocking walkway and perennial gardens out front can be enjoyed from the front porch swing, or sit on the maintenance free composite deck out back and watch the turkeys and deer play in the huge back yard. Bring the kids, this home has 3 large bedrooms on main floor, 2 of which boast custom, built-in desks. Plug in the generator if the hydro goes out, or surf the high speed internet when you’re bored. Who Could Ask for more!! Call 613-432-3714 to view HOUSES FOR RENT

FOR RENT 1-BDRM. Loft apartment. 3 Landrigan. Clean, quiet & freshly painted. Includes F, ST, W & D, heat, water, and parking. $650.00 monthly + hydro. First month rent & security Required.

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2 BEDROOM APARTMENT, Excellent condition, Recently renovated, Big living room, hardwood floors, new fixtures and lights. Available Dec. 1st. 613 - 2 3 5 - 010 5 , 613-790-9001

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EXECUTIVE RENTAL available Burnstown - 2 bedroom - laundry facilities and appliances - propane heat stove Large property. $900 including utilities. Month to month availble. Call 432-0058

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CARPENTRY, REPAIRS, Rec Rooms, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates, 25 years experience. 613-832-2540 LOOKING FOR NEW BUSINESS and added revenue? Promote your company in Community Newspapers across Ontario right here in these Network Classified Ads or in business card-sized ads in hundreds of well-read newspapers. Let us show you how. Ask about our referral program. Ontario Community Newspapers Association. Contact Carol at 905-639-5718 or TollFree 1-800-387-7982 ext. 229. www.ocna.org MOTOR VEHICLE dealers in Ontario MUST be registered with OMVIC. To verify dealer registration or seek help with a complaint, visit www.omvic.on.ca or 1-800-943-6002. If you’re buying a vehicle privately, don’t become a curbsider’s victim. Curbsiders are impostors who pose as private individuals, but are actually in the business of selling stolen or damaged vehicles. PSYCHIC ANGEL Guided Readings: Home, Health, Life, Love, Financial and more. In Arnprior by Natalie 613-622-7695 SEND A LOAD to the dump, cheap. Clean up clutter, garage sale leftovers or leaf and yard waste. 613-256-4613 !!A-1!! ARNPRIOR, Dump runs, Branches small tree removal. Appliance removal (smallfee), Moving available with trailer. Support Your Locals. Fast Service. Marc 613-889-9768, or 613-623-9768, Arnprior

Christmas House Tour Sunday, December 11 See six fabulous homes all decked out for Christmas. Plus a Victorian Bone China Tea, 20% off at the RVHA Gift Shop and a RAG art exhibit. Tickets $25 p.p. available in Renfrew at Aikenhead’s Drug Store, Home Hardware Building Centre, RVHA Gift Shop. Phone 432-3088 or email rvha2011housetour@yahoo.ca for information. Presented by the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Auxiliary with all proceeds going to the RVH CT Scanner. 317354

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FIREARMS AUCTION SATURDAY DECEMBER 10th 10:00AM AT SWITZER’S AUCTION CENTRE,

25414 HIGHWAY 62 SOUTH, BANCROFT ONT. From several estates, collectible, commemoratives, target and hunting. Over 250 new and used, rifles, shotguns, handguns, crossbows, ammunition, FEATURES: Cased Baretta 682 with Briley Tubes & Ported, Cased Mint Beckwith Pepper Box, Hart and Son Custom Bench Rest Rifle, new in the box Remington/ savage/ hatsan, rifles & shotguns. See our complete listing with pictures at: www. switzersauction.com. Check back for regular updates. We have room for your quality consignments in this and future sales.

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COIN AND STAMP SALE New location the RA CENTER - 2451 Riverside Drive Sunday December 11th, 9:30 - 3:30pm. I n f o r m a t i o n 61 3 - 74 9 - 1 8 4 7. mmacdc342@rog ers.com (Buy/Sell)

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DRIVERS WANTED: Terrific career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Experience Needed! Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 weeks vacation & benefits package. Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time, Valid License w/air brake endorsement. High School Diploma or GED. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE. EARN UP TO $28/hour, Undercover Shoppers needed to judge retail and dining establishments. Experience not required. If you can shop -you are qualified! www.myshopperjobs.com HEAVY EQUIPMENT REPAIR in Slave Lake, Alberta requires heavy duty mechanic and industrial parts person. Experienced apprentices may apply. Call Herb 780-849-0416. Fax resume to 780-849-4453. NEEDED NOW- AZ Drivers & Owner Ops. Great career opportunities. We’re seeking professional safetyminded drivers and owner operators. Cross-border and IntraCanada positions available. Call Celadon Canada, Kitchener. 1-800-332-0518 w w w. c e l a d o n c a n a da.com PAID IN ADVANCE! Make $1000 weekly mailing brochures from home. 100% Legit! Income in guaranteed! No experience required. Enroll today! www.national-wor kers.com PART TIME COUNTER WORK in Arnprior, Mon-Fri, Mature person only, must be over 35 years in age. Police Check, 613-832-4421 PART-TIME JOBS Make your own schedule, sell chocolate bars to make $$$, decide where and when you sell, start and stop when you want. Tel: 1-800-383-3589. PERSONAL CAREGIVER for male quadriplegic, Renfrew area. Position available immediately, AM hrs/part-time. General daily duties, $14.50/up depending on experience. Box E, c/o The Mercury, 35 Opeongo Rd, Renfrew, ON K7V 2T2 WELDERS Required Immediately! Do All Metal Fabricating - Estevan SK Apprentices, Journeymen Welders, or equivalent to perform all weld procedures in a custom manufacturing environment. Competitive Wages, Benefits, RRSP’s & Apprenticeship Opportunities. Apply by Email: kswidnicki@doallmetal.com or Fax: 306-634-8389.

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Experience the excitement of the aerospace industry in a rural setting!

For almost 60 years, Haley Industries Limited has been producing Magnesium and Aluminum castings for the aerospace industry. Located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley west of Renfrew, there is an immediate opening for an

Aerospace Product Development Engineer Qualifications: Engineering Degree/Diploma, completed apprenticeship with 8- 10 years experience in all areas of a foundry i.e. Coremaking, Heat Treatment, NDT and Metallurgy( magnesium and aluminum) Skills: Excellent written and verbal skills. Proficient in the use of software; including Magmasoft, MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other spreadsheet systems. Salary commensurate with experience. We provide a comprehensive flex benefit plan along with company paid pension. We thank all applicants, but only those invited to an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please No telephone inquiries please Please forward resume to: Haley Industries Limited 634 Magnesium Road Haley, Ontario Canada K0J 1Y0 Fax: (613-432-0743) Email: jobs.haley@magellan.aero

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FAST growing Communications Company Seeking

Office and Warehouse Assistant Prospective applicants would be required to perform the following duties but not limited to: Front line reception Customer service/satisfaction. Tech support assistance through our network of Certified Installation technicians. Office/Warehouse management Inventory control and management Inside sales of products and services Quality control inspections Paperwork processing Open/close office 8 – 5 Monday-Friday REQUIREMENTS Grade 12 diploma Basic computer skills Microsoft Word and Excel Simply Accounting would be an asset, not req’d Self starter/well organized Good people skills Problem solving Wage to be discussed and based on skill level. 6 month Bonus and discount on products/services we carry. Please send resume to Admin@scheelcommunications.com fax to 613-623-9992 WWW.SCHEELCOMMUNICATIONS.COM 318718

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TIGER & REAS - We have immediate openings for the following positions at our Slave Lake Manufacturing Plant and Wabacsa Operations in ALBERTA. REAS Industries Ltd. - immediate opening for: FIELD TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR responsible for monitoring the transportation processes and ensuring compliance. TIGER & REAS 1) Journeyman Boom Truck Operators 2) Vacuum Truck Mechanics 3) 3rd Year Apprentice Mechanics 4) Journeyman Mechanics 5) Pressure Truck Operators 6) Hydro -Vac Truck Operators 7) Combo/Vacuum Truck Operators 8) Millwrights 9) Finishing Carpenters 10) Class 1 Drivers Competitive wages, benefit package, Camp live-in. Interested parties submit the following: A) An up to date resume for position applying for B) A current 5 year driver’s abstract for driving position To: HR@Tigercalcium.com or by fax to HR @ 780-464-0829 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

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COUNTY OF RENFREW

Seniors!

Employment Opportunity

Earn Extra Money!

MIRAMICHI LODGE Long Term Care Home

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Miramichi Lodge is an accredited Long-Term Care Home that provides a high standard of resident-focused care. With the support of dedicated staff, volunteers and community partners, our knowledgeable team promotes enhanced lifestyle opportunities through a variety of specialized programs and unique services.

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES SUPERVISOR (Full Time) Reporting to the Administrator, the Environmental Services Supervisor has responsibility for the Environmental Services Department (maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry), consistent with the Mission and Philosophy of Miramichi Lodge.

Qualiﬁcations: • 3 year post secondary education in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent education. • Post secondary education in Environmental Services (OHA). • Minimum 5-6 years management experience in general maintenance, housekeeping, laundry services. • Proven leadership abilities combined with excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. • Extensive knowledge of computer software and expert keyboard skills (word processing, data base and spreadsheet). • Certiﬁed member of the Occupational Health and Safety Standards preferred. • Ability to meet and maintain health requirement standards of Miramichi Lodge as per Long Term Care Legislation. • Must have immediate accessible transportation. • Must successfully display the corporate, departmental and position competencies of Honesty & Integrity; Professionalism; Client Service Orientation; Focus on Results; Teamwork; and Coaching and Feedback.

We’re looking for Carriers to deliver our newspaper!

• Deliver Right In Your Own Neighbourhood • Papers Are Dropped Off At Your Door • Great Family Activity • No Collections • Thursday Deliveries

$61,462 – $72,308 per annum, plus comprehensive beneﬁts package. Please send your resume, stating Competition #11-124 by 4:00 p.m., Friday, December 9, 2011 to:

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Human Resources County of Renfrew 9 International Drive Pembroke, ON K8A 6W5 FAX: (613) 735-7590 EMAIL: hrinfo@countyofrenfrew.on.ca (in MS Word or pdf format) Thank you for your interest, however, only applicants considered CL25519 for an interview will be contacted. 317782

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GENERAL HELP

Connecting People

CAREERS

...with people

The Corporation of the

Town of Arnprior Requires a Deputy Treasurer Salary Range: $55,045 - $64,759 (under review) The Town of Arnprior is located about 45 km west of Ottawa and has a population of about 7,800. The Town is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the full-time position of Deputy Treasurer. This position will report directly to the Treasurer and will be responsible to manage the day-to-day administration of the general accounting, revenue collection and payroll operations, as well as provide assistance and support to the Treasurer in carrying out financial functions relating to planning, budgeting, analysis, monitoring as well as preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports for Departments and Council.

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“For further information, please consult the Town of Arnprior website at www.arnprior.ca”

Jacquie Farrow-Lawrence, Town Clerk Corporation of the Town of Arnprior 105 Elgin Street West Arnprior ON K7S 0A8 Fax: 613-623-9960 Email: jfarrow-lawrence@arnprior.ca

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Are you an individual who consistently overachieves? If so, Metroland Media Group is looking for you! THE COMPANY

Metroland Media Group Ltd. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Torstar Corporation. Torstar is a broadly based public media company (listed on the TSX) that strives to be one of Canada’s premier media companies. Torstar and all of its businesses are committed to outstanding corporate performance in the areas of maximizing long-term shareholder value and returns, advancing editorial excellence, creating a great place to work and having a positive impact in the communities we serve. As a key component of Torstar’s success, Metroland is a dynamic and highly entrepreneurial media company delivering vital business and community information to millions of people across Ontario each week. We are enabling the digital transformation of our leading traditional media assets and developing leading edge ideas into our next generation of winning businesses. We have grown significantly in recent years in terms of audience and advertisers and we’re continuing to invest heavily in developing best-in-class leadership, talent and technology to accelerate our growth in the media/digital landscape.

MANAGER We are looking for an experienced manager to join our professional staff. This is a full time position with a competitive salary and benefits.

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Duties Reporting to the partners, your primary duties will include: • Planning, supervising and reviewing assurance, compilation and tax engagements; • Managing day-to-day work of professional staff under your direction; • Dealing directly with clients; • Participating with the managers in job scheduling and staff evaluations; • Assisting the partners with practice management functions assigned to the managers group.

CAREERS

Office manager Cox, Merritt & Co. LLP is an accounting firm in Kanata that has been providing professional services for over 30 years. We are looking for an experienced office manager to join our administrative staff. This is a full time position with a competitive salary and benefits.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Metroland Digital Media Group Ltd. is looking for a high-energy Sales Consultants with online sales experience to support and drive sales for our Internet Automotive Division. You will be responsible for selling online services to automotive dealers within Ottawa and the surrounding area of Ottawa.

Qualifications • CA with 5 years of experience; • Experience with Caseware, Taxprep, and Microsoft Office; • Ability to deal with all types of clients in various economic sectors.

THE JOB

• Actively prospect and develop new business • Consult with dealerships regarding web solutions to maximize their sales and effectiveness • Achieve monthly sales targets • Actively identify and resolve existing customer problems using our products and services

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Duties Reporting to the managing partner, your primary duties will include: • Supervising internal accounting, including time and billing system, payroll, payables, financial statements and budgets; • Personnel management and student administration; • Coordinating the maintenance of computer systems with external IT consultants; • Managing premises and office equipment; • Other business administration duties as required to assist managing partner.

We are looking for a CA to join our professional staff. This is a full time position with a competitive salary and benefits. Duties Reporting to the managers, your primary duties will include: • Preparing working paper files in assurance and compilation engagements; • Participating in field work on assurance engagements; • Preparing personal and corporation income tax returns; • Assisting with other professional engagements as assigned by the managers.

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will be action and achievement oriented with a record of sales success. Experience managing relationships with independent and major automotive dealer groups would be a benefit.

To become a member of our team, send your résumé and cover letter, by December 5, 2011 to: jcosgrove@metroland.com

Qualifications • Chartered accountant; • Experience with Caseware, Taxprep, and Microsoft Office; • Ability to deal with all types of clients in various economic sectors.

Qualifications • Experience with Microsoft Office; • Experience with Quickbooks accounting software; • Experience with personnel management. Experience with a time and billing system would also be considered an asset.

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Digital Advertising Sales

Cox, Merritt & Co. LLP is an accounting firm in Kanata that has been providing professional services for over 30 years. We have the following positions open:

All applicants are thanked for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will receive a response. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection and will not be used for any other purpose.

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Please fax resume to 613-623-9614 or call 613-623-5603

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Submission Deadline: Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and covering letter, to be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on Monday, December 19, 2011, to:

Please send your résumé by December 14 to hr@coxmerritt.com or deliver it to us at 101 – 750 Palladium Drive, Kanata, Ontario K2V 1C7.

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PARKS, Robert Douglas “Doug” October 26, 1952 – November 26, 2011 With deep sadness and while surrounded by his family at the Arnprior District Memorial Hospital following a short but courageous battle with cancer. He leaves us all with many great memories of his past. Doug is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Leona (nee Pariseau) Parks. Also survived by his two sons: Shannon Parks (and his wife Nicole) of Iroquois Falls, Ontario and Gregory Parks of Arnprior. Doug was the son of the late David and Carmel (nee Strong) Parks formerly of Maberly, Ontario. Dear brother of Margaret (Lavern) Morrow of Kingston, Debbie (Steve) McCann of Seeley`s Bay, Beth Parks, Dwaine Parks, Nancy Parks, Kenny (Sandy) Parks, Bradley Parks and Angela (Darren) Gibson all of Maberly. Predeceased by his older brother, Bruce Parks. Dearly loved by his granddaughters Grace and Victoria Parks and Jordyn Box who will miss their grandfather’s tickles and kisses. He will also be missed by his many nieces and nephews and above all his cat, Felix. The Parks family would like to thank Dr. Schriver and Dr. Greenough for their excellent care over the years. Special thanks to the nurses in the Palliative Care Unit for all their friendliness, support, caring and smiles while taking care of our father and husband. Many thanks also to our many friends for their support and encouragement in this difﬁcult time. A private family graveside service for Doug will be held at the Crawford Cemetery, Perth on Saturday, December 3rd, 2011. In memory of Doug, a donation to the Ottawa Heart Institute or to the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital Partners in Caring Foundation would be appreciated by his family. Arrangements in the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel, 50 John Street North, Arnprior.

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April 17, 1919 – November 23, 2011 `Une Vraie Acadienne`` Peacefully, with family, in Arnprior Memorial Hospital on Wednesday morning, November 23rd, 2011 Marie Corinne MacFarlane of Pakenham in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of 58 years of the late Ian MacFarlane. Dear mother of Pat Thomas (the late Joseph), Peter (Karen), Bonnie and Andrea Grieve (Robert). Proud daughter of the late Henri Gallant and the late Alphonsine Arsenault. Grandmother of Shelley, Ian, Kerri and the late Geoffrey. Great grandmother of Brett and Kyla. Dear sister of Rita Englehart and Antoinette Bergeron, and the late Patricia, Leo, and Paul Gallant. Special sister-in-law of Alva Gallant and cherished friend of Blanche Drapeau. During the war years, Corinne proudly served with the Women`s Royal Canadian Naval Service. She was a member of the St. Peter Celestine`s Ladies Auxiliary and donated many hours of her time performing charitable works for that group. Corinne was a key member of the St. Peter Celestine Centennial Committee and contributed extensively to the commemorative book which was published about the parish. She was one of the founding members of the Pakenham Public library. As a former member of the Pakenham Women`s Institute and curator of the local Tweedsmuir history, Corinne was considered by many as Pakenham`s local historian. In recognition of her contribution to volunteer service, Corinne was awarded the Commemorative Medal for the 125th anniversary of Confederation. Corinne was extremely proud of her Acadian heritage and ensured that her family was fully aware of their proud lineage. Many thanks to the people of Pakenham for their support, and for naming `MacFarlane Street` in Corinne`s honour. Special thanks to Dr. Donna Vilis, Dr. John Kiskis and the nursing staff of ADMH for their extra personal care and compassion. Many thanks to Father Robert Ryan for his spiritual support and attention. Family and friends were invited to a Funeral Mass in St. Peter Celestine Church, Pakenham on Monday morning, November 28th at 11 o’clock. Cremation followed with interment at St. Peter Celestine Parish Cemetery, Indian Hill Road, Pakenham at a later date. In memory of Corinne, donations may be made to the St. Peter Celestine Building Fund or to the ADMH Partners in Caring Foundation. Arrangements in the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home & Chapel, 50 John Street North, Arnprior.

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Visitations at The Boyce Funeral Home, Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre,138 Daniel St. N., Arnprior on Thursday December 1, 2011 after 12 noon. Funeral service will be conducted in The Boyce Chapel at 2: p.m. Interment Arnprior Malloch Road Cemetery. In memoriams to The Grove Nursing Home appreciated by her family. Special thanks to Dr Robert Boersma, the nursing staff at The Grove and Community Mental Health for their excellent care of Elizabeth.

Passed away suddenly in The Ottawa Civic Hospital on Thursday evening, November 24, 2011. Len Robertson of Pakenham in his 82nd year. Beloved husband of Barbara Bradley. Dear father of Heather Scott and Barbara-Lynn (Jeffrey Joynt). Dear grandfather of Bradley Scott and Victoria Joynt. Dear brother of Nelson (Elva) and Duncan (Lynn). Predeceased by a brother Carl (Irene) and sister Hazel (Lou) Martin. Son of the late Stewart Robertson and Mabel Pountney. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service was held at The Boyce Funeral Home, Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre, 138 Daniel St. N., Arnprior on Tuesday November 29, 2011 at 2 p.m. Rev. Debbie Roi ofﬁciated. A reception at the Galetta Community Hall followed the service. In memoriams to the charity of one’s choice would be appreciated by his family.

After a long courageous battle with cancer, JoAnn passed away at the age of 74 years on Tuesday morning, November 22, 2011 in Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital. JoAnn Van Kessel (nee Hall) was born in Ottawa Ontario. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Adrianus Van Kessel, daughters Debbie (James) Priest and Cheryl (Allan) Koltusky, grandchildren Matt, Nikki, Shelby and Justyn, her many in laws and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her mother Chrissie Hall, her father, Alfred Hall, her sister June Price and her granddaughter Ashley Ann Priest. Visitations at The Boyce Funeral Home, Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre, 138 Daniel St. N., Arnprior Saturday December 3, 2011 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Memorial service to follow in The Boyce Chapel with a reception afterwards. JoAnn served in the Military and also married into the Military and it was her wish that any donations be made to Canadian Forces Personnel and Family Support Services at cfpsa.ca. Go to “Support Military Families Fund” on the right hand side of site.

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Elizabeth passed away in The Grove Nursing Home, Arnprior on Saturday evening, November 26, 2011. Elizabeth Taylor formerly of RR 3 Arnprior in her 93rd year. Daughter of the late James Taylor (1935) and Nina May MacMillan (1971). Predeceased by all her siblings, Doreen May Taylor, 1936, Glenwood Alexander Taylor WW 11-1943, Peter MacMillan “Mac” Taylor (2006), James Willard Taylor (2006) and Robert Reginald “Rex” Taylor (2006). Dear aunt of Lynn (Thomas) Hunt of Glasgow Station. Great aunt of Jodi, Stephanie, Jennifer and Sean.

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