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Is the Queen coming to Arnprior?

Prince of Wales visit to be re-enacted Saturday JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

At a rehearsal of this Saturday’s Prince and the Prior re-enactment, Daniel Galbraith (John Scott) officially welcomes the Prince of Wales (Martin Boersma) on behalf of the town, area reeves, county council members and the sheriff. Galbraith was the warden of the United Counties of Lanark and Renfrew. He represented Lanark North in the Ontario Legislative Assembly from 1867 to 1872 and in the Canadian House of Commons as a Liberal from 1872 to 1879.

The re-enactment run-through was held Sunday at Robert Simpson Park. The real thing happens this Saturday, July 3 starting about 10 a.m. Photo by John Carter

Congratulations grads Local graduates were in the spotlight in several ceremonies last week as another school year wrapped up. See pages 9, 10, 16 and 17. For Arnprior District High School coverage, see next week’s issue.

JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com There were a number of startled people, but no reported damage in the Arnprior area when a 5.0-magnitude earth-

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The Prince of Wales is definitely coming to Arnprior this Saturday, July 3, but is Queen Elizabeth the Second?

The re-enactment of the 1860 visit to Arnprior of the Prince of Wales has generated a great deal of interest, particularly as the Queen will be in Canada on a royal visit.

Back in February, Prince and the Prior organizers invited Queen Elizabeth to the celebration. They still hold out hope Her Royal Highness may actually make a quick stop in Arnprior Saturday morning.

“There is still a slight possibility she may come,” said Arnprior and District Museum curator Janet Carlile Sunday, as she watched a run-through of the Prince and the Prior re-enactment at Robert Simpson Park.

Security officials have visited Arnprior, but made it clear it was one of sev-

eral possible venues they were checking out just in case the Queen were to make a stop.

The timing would be tight. Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip were scheduled to arrive in Ottawa at noon Wednesday and were to take part in Canada Day celebrations in the nation’s capital. After a quiet day in Ottawa Friday, they will fly to Winnipeg Saturday, arriving about 1:30 p.m. Ottawa time.

Queen or no queen, organizers expect a large turnout at Prince and the Prior, partly buoyed by the leap in interest in royalty that always comes with a royal visit Carlile said it is difficult to predict, considering this is a one-time event with no admission charge, but wouldn’t be surprised if at least 2,500 people show up.

Other estimates range as high as 8,000, which would double Arnprior’s population. Among the visitors will be the British Deputy High Commissioner.

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The quake was centred in Val-des-Bois, Que., 53 kilometres north of Ottawa, where there was damage to roads, bridges and buildings.

People felt tremors for about 15 to 30 seconds, but Arnprior area residents seemed more bemused than terrified, contrary to reports from Ottawa.

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Town’s environmental engineering technologist leaving JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com The town’s environmental engineering technologist Heather Gough is leaving Arnprior for a job in Kingston.

CAO Larry Donaldson told council at its June 21 committee-of-the-whole meeting that

Gough will become Kingston’s solid waste disposal supervisor. Her last day with Arnprior was last Friday.

“We thank her for her contribution in the past couple of years,” Donaldson said.

“She did good work for the town.”

Mayor Terry Gibeau echoed Donaldson’s comments and wished Gough good luck.

Gough was instrumental in a number of environmental and waste management initiatives, from improving recycling rates and monitoring water quality to investigating solar energy possibilities.

Donaldson said the town is in the process of recruiting someone to take Gough’s place, but it would take at least a couple of weeks.

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Town services request dropped JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com Developer Peter Smith has given up waiting for Arnprior to make up its mind over whether it will provide water and sewer services to a proposed major residential development just outside the town’s borders.

Smith said Saturday he has withdrawn his proposal made a year ago to provide at least $700,000 in compensation and ongoing revenue to Arnprior if the town would service his Glen Meadows Estates subdivision.

Instead of a subdivision of between 250 and 390 homes on town services, he has decided instead to develop a 50-estate lot subdivision on well and septic services on his property in the Russett Drive area. He is keeping his options open for the commercial section of the property closer to the highway.

“Trying to get Arnprior to sit down and discuss this has been very frustrating,” he said. “It’s been a year with these people … I don’t understand why they’re not responding. All I’m getting is smoke and mirrors.”

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Andy Kalnins and ‘Barney’ were among those taking part in the Stretch by the River Sunday on Usborne Street. Kalnins, who had a recent triple heart bypass, is a big booster of exercise and the Ottawa Heart Institute, which organized the event with Ontario Power Generation and the Renfrew County Paramedics. The event, headquartered at Red Pine Bay, is the second of three McNab Days events. The Burnstown Affair of the Arts had the village humming on the weekend. The festival ends today with Canada Day festivities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Braeside RA Centre. Photo by John Carter

Dog park decision takes time: councillor JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

Citizens lobbying the town for a dog park shouldn’t expect to get results this year, says Arnprior Coun. Jack Lammert.

Lammert told council June 21 that he is concerned the author of an e-mail to the town promoting a dog park is under the mistaken impression that council will make a decision within a week or so.

Any proposal would have to go to staff for evaluation, then be included in 2011 budget deliberations, he explained. People seem to “be of the opinion it (designation of a dog park) will happen next week. It will not happen next week.”

Lammert noted that dogs can frequent any of the town’s parks as long as they are on a leash.

ment had no better luck in persuading Arnprior to respond and has now dropped out of the project.

On the other hand, Smith had kind words for McNab-Braeside council.

“I would like to personally thank the council of McNab-Braeside and all the staff for their hard work and support given to us in regards to several requests made to the Town of Arnprior to open up negotiations for a shared service agreement between the two municipalities,” he said in a letter to the township explaining his change of plans.

Smith said he will be submitting a new proposal, likely this month, “that will reflect the integrity of the Township of McNab-Braeside, the official plan and that of the residents of the municipality.”

At McNab-Braeside’s June 15 council meeting, Coun. Andy Dunlop reiterated his frustration about Arnprior’s lack of response on the matter.

The stymieing of the development is a blow to the township because it will mean the loss of significant tax revenue, he said. “We can’t afford to lose that kind of tax base.

“We supported the 38 (seniors hous-

ing) units in Arnprior,” said Dunlop.

“We’ve been good neighbours.”

Smith said he is confused by the mixed messages he and the township have received from Arnprior since Glen Meadows was first conceived in 2002. In correspondence in 2004, the town made it clear it was oversizing sewer and water lines under the highway to service developments in that area, both in and outside the town, he said. He noted part of the line has been located under McNab-Braeside property and the town offered services to existing homes in the Vanjumar Drive area of the township.

“So I don’t understand why they’re refusing now … when the capacity of the town’s sewer and water plants has been increased,” he said.

Arnprior could have followed the lead of Carleton Place, Smith said.

Some innovative negotiations with Beckwith Township ended up with the town receiving 30 per cent of the tax revenue from a new subdivision in return for its services. “It’s too bad something like that didn’t happen here,” he said. “It could have been mutually beneficial for both the town and township and their taxpayers.”

Public meetings planned for M-B land use bylaw JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com The future of McNab-Braeside will be largely shaped by the contents of the township’s official plan and comprehensive zoning bylaw.

The official plan has been updated and now it’s time for council to approve the bylaw that will determine land use in the township.

The draft comprehensive zoning bylaw has been prepared, but before council votes on it, it will unveil its provisions and hear public input in two sessions over the next two weeks.

An open house will be held in the

township municipal office at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, July 7. Council urges all residents to drop by and check the maps to see if their property is in the zone they think it is.

A short explanation will be provided at the beginning of the session.

A follow-up meeting will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Braeside Wednesday, July 14.

Anyone with comments or concerns about the zoning bylaw is urged to make a submission at the meeting.

Once the pubic input is compiled, council will discuss the bylaw one more time, make changes it deems fit and will pass it into law.

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Clearing up our lame duck confusion Summit Oops. The possibility Arnprior will have a lame duck council between Sept.

10 and Dec. 6 is much more likely than we thought.

We stand behind the conclusion arrived at in the editorial in last week’s Arnprior Chronicle-Guide, but we messed up in the lead-up to that stand.

In a rather lame mistake, we suggested that with Coun. Mark Willmer’s filing of papers to run again, only one more incumbent is needed in the race to avoid the lame duck designation as of the Sept. 10 nomination deadline. Wrong.

Town clerk Jacquie Farrow-Lawrence explains that three-quarters or six (rounded up from 5.25) incumbents need to run again if the lame duck designation is to be ‘ducked’. Futhermore, six of the seven incumbents must be elected if council is to

avoid being a lame duck group from Oct. 25 (election day) to Dec. 6 (when the new council is sworn in).

While six of the seven incumbent councillors are expected to run again, there is a distinct possibility some of them will square off in the mayor and reeve races. If that’s the case, there is no way six incumbents will be elected.

So council has passed a bylaw to delegate executive authority for decisions it can’t make as a lame duck to the town’s CAO Larry Donaldson, or in his absence, the director of finance David Pollard.

The municipal act stipulates that lame duck councils cannot hire or fire employees, sell property worth more than $50,000 and make any unbudgeted expenditures exceeding $50,000.

Farrow-Lawrence points out that with

infrastructure projects wrapping up this fall there could be situations where delaying such decisions until a new council is sworn in could cause major, and costly, problems.

“If something unexpected happens, this gives the town some options to ensure they can deal with things,” she explained.

She notes that with an earlier nomination deadline and election date, yet the same swearing-in date, the lame duck status could last almost three months and will almost certainly last six weeks.

So we will reiterate the point of last week’s editorial with even more urgency.

The province should modify its legislation to either allow councils more latitude, lame duck or not, or move up the swearing-in dates of the new councils to early November instead of early December.

Happy birthday, one and all SAY CHEESE What a great start to our summer.

There’s plenty to be proud about as we celebrate Canada’s 143rd birthday. Appreciate the hard work of the volunteer organizers by attending Canada Day festivities. Honour our forefathers by taking in the Prince and the Prior.

Recognize the importance of community by supporting McNab Days. O Canada, we are indeed fortunate to live in your embrace.

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too costly for taxpayers To the editor: The Conservative government under Stephen Harper has set another record.

After having established record budget deficits during a recession that they said would never happen, they have now spent more money on the hosting of the G8 and G20 summits than any other country in history.

Courtesy of Stephen Harper, the Canadian taxpayers will pay $1.1 billion for an event lasting precisely three days and two nights. The magnitude of this sum of money is easily put into perspective by last year’s figures: The G20 summit in Pittsburgh cost $18 million; the G20 meeting in London cost $30 million.

Given the scale of this waste of public funds, one would expect some form of acknowledgment of wrongdoing by Harper and his government. Not in the least.

As a result, Canadians are understandably furious.

With $1.1 billion spent on three days of summit, there will be a lot less health care for needy people; there will be a lot less support for the unemployed; there will be a lot less investment in economic development and public infrastructure. In short, Canadians will have a lot less of their own taxpayer’s money.

Perhaps they’ll be relieved by Stephen Harper’s claim that the fake lake installed for the benefit of journalists visiting for two nights was not at all expensive. It “only” cost $57,000, not the $2 million claimed by everyone except the government.

With a government like this, cry me a river.

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Walk in the Park support appreciated To the editor: A big thank you from the Arnprior & District Humane Society for making our June 13 ‘Walk in the Park’ walk-athon fundraiser a success. We raised $7,268 for our no-kill animal shelter.

Thank you to our volunteers who helped with registration, checkpoints, signage, cooking and prizes.

Thanks to our many generous and caring business sponsors who are identified on our website www.arnpriorhumanesociety.ca, Chris Kyte with myFM radio for a super emcee job for the third year and, of course, a huge

thank-you to all the walkers.

These much needed funds help us to provide shelter, food and medical care to all the abandoned, abused and unwanted animals that come to us, and are critical to keep our local shelter operating.

We had a perfect weather day for our event in Robert Simpson Park and the walk along the Madawaska River and through the Grove. Also, once again the music of the Spirit of ’69 band entertained, and the fun dog agility presentation by the West Carleton Dog Agility Group were both a hit. We all had fun seeing all the different dog

breeds, winning prizes, enjoying the tasty barbecue and, best of all, helping to raise funds for a great cause.

Congratulations to the 3 ‘Top Dog’ winners, Sheila Spalding ,Tara Pocket and Bev Mackin and the 3 ‘Top Pup’ (under 14-year-old category) winners Kate Babineau, Ava Bertrand and Malachy Hutchinson.

In 2011 we hope to see lots of new walkers join our loyal, current participants for an even bigger and better event. Our heartfelt thanks.

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Arnprior council has awarded a contract to provide furniture and shelving for Arnprior Public Library to the high bidder. Staff recommended the low bid of $68,000 by Brodart should not be accepted because it did not meet tender specifications. Council agreed to award the tender to Corporate Shelving Solutions for almost $90,000. The bid is within the estimate for the project and will be paid for from the library expansion’s capital budget. Noting only two of the 10 companies that had expressed an interest in the project had bid, Mayor Terry Gibeau said it is obvious many had difficulty meeting the specifications.

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Cathi Harris, with her Union Jack, is one of many actors and animators who will be dressed appropriately to welcome the Prince of Wales as the townsfolk would have in 1860. fire, and horses and carriages will arrive at the beach.

“It will be fun,” said Carlile.

To assist people attending the event, organizers have arranged for a roving school bus to take people to and from the park for free. Town council has approved the closing of John Street from Ottawa Street to Robert Simpson Park from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday.

There will be extra parking available at local schools, churches (except for the United Church, which is holding a wedding) and Galilee for Prince and the Prior-goers. Carlile stresses there will be plenty of disabled parking spots designated in Robert Simpson Park.

After the Prince is welcomed to Arnprior, there will be a number of festivities including vintage photography displays, food, fiddlers, dancers and heritage displays running to 4 p.m.

The agenda is as follows: 10:30 a.m.: arrival of the Prince by canoe at the beach; 11 a.m.: anthem, welcoming address; 11:30 a.m.: the Prince and entourage go up the hill (to Galilee); 12:15 p.m.: tree planting; 12:30 p.m.: luncheon at Galilee; 1 p.m.: children’s Bertie Bear tea party at the gazebo; 1:30 p.m.: lumberjack show (also at 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.).

The luncheon based on the meal provided the Prince in 1860 had only eight tickets left as of Sunday.

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Continued from front Carlile admits the weather will likely play a major role (the long-term forecast is for a sunny weekend).

Nevertheless, she is delighted with the interest shown in the event from people in Arnprior and many parts of the Ottawa Valley.

Organizers have been promoting the event by dressing up in their period costumes and showing up in places such as the Ottawa markets, the Carp Market and the Arnprior Mall on the last couple of weekends.

Sunday’s run-through attracted a great deal of interest in the park where the Prince will land about 10:30 a.m. this Saturday escorted by a flotilla of canoes filled with shantymen and First Nations representatives.

“People have been really enthused by the idea,” Carlile said. “We’ve been enormously heartened that so many people in Arnprior and area have wanted to be a part of it ... it has captured people’s imaginations.”

She noted the initiative has come a long way since last August when 11 people signed the heritage grant application.

Since then 300 people have lined up to help in one way or the other.

“The response has been extraordinary,” she said. “People have come out of the woodwork to help. Their enthusiasm and dedication has been very gratifying.”

Carlile said she hopes Arnprior and area residents reward the hard work by showing up in large numbers Saturday, noting 150 years ago the whole town showed up to greet the Prince.

“In fact, the whole area showed up,” she said, noting the event wasn’t publicized, but the news spread by word-of-mouth.

“We’re surrounded by history, but so often we get fiction,” she said. “But this visit was fact ... it was a highly important event for this place. It’s a part of our history, our heritage.”

A great deal of work has been done to ensure the re-enactment is authentic. The actors and animators will be in period costumes that have been painstakingly collected and made for the occasion.

Among the 150 volunteers acting in the re-enactment is Arnprior District High School graduate Martin Boersma, who plays Albert Edward, the Prince of Wales. Boersma is excited about the opportunity, having just graduated from Concordia University in theatre performance.

Prior to the arrival Saturday, the narrator and animators will offer spectators background information about the Prince and his visit. When he arrives, a piper will play, a cannon will

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Quake damage minimal THIS WEEK’S FEATURE Continued from front Debbie Brydges of B & J Auto Service in Arnprior was at work when the quake hit. “The owner was on the phone, I was at the computer doing bills,” recalled Brydges.

“First I felt it in my feet, then the keys on the wall started to shake and jingle. The walls were shaking and everything in the office. I said ‘earthquake’!

“An employee was just bringing a car down on the hoist. He thought something was wrong with the hoist. We all went outside and watched the windows in the house shake for what seemed like a minute! Wow, amazing force!”

Arnprior clerk Jacquie Farrow-Lawrence said after the town hall “got quite a shake,” staff followed the lead of workers in the nearby post office in leaving the building. One office worker reported items falling off her shelves.

After about 15 minutes, town staff went back to work. However, the power was knocked out for a time, she said.

Fire chief John Okum and a couple of firefighters checked town hall and public works and parks and recreation staff did the same for their buildings.

No damage or problems were reported, said Farrow-Lawrence.

Mayor Terry Gibeau, who was at a home building store, thought the shaking was caused by the nearby road construction.

“I took the blame and it wasn’t even us,” he quipped, noting by the time he found out town staff had everything checked out.

Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP John Yakabuski, who was driving between Minden and Lindsay when the quake hit, missed the shaking too. He said his office has not received any reports of damage in the riding.

MEMORIES OF 1935 For Arnprior resident Lawrence Guest, who now lives in Renfrew, last week’s 5.0 earthquake was nothing in comparison to one he felt in 1935. Guest and wife Estelle had been home only 15 minutes from a trip Wednesday, when she asked him to check outside in case a car had banged into something.

He says he vividly recalls the earthquake on Halloween Night in 1935. It was a 6.2 quake.

“I was at home in Arnprior on Victoria Street,” recalls Guest, then 10 years old and the youngest of five children. “Lots of dishes were knocked out of the cupboards. And in the house there was a strong smell of sulphur.”

Betty Gauthier of Norway Lake, near Calabogie, was talking on the phone Wednesday when both parties felt the earthquake, as the room in her cedar log home began shaking.

It was a similar experience to

10 or 12 years ago when she was on a conference call with people in Barrie and London, Ont., and each party felt the province-wide quake.

“It’s so solid and it’s built on huge granite rock, but it (the room) was shaking,” said Gauthier. “Then I got goose bumps, as I realized, ‘This is an earthquake.’”

Last week’s quake occurred just shortly after Ms. Reid’s Grade 8 class at Holy Name of Mary Catholic School in Almonte had unearthed a time capsule from the year 2000 from beside the flag pole. Her class had just returned to their room when the tremor started. The students stopped for a second, and then some shouted “earthquake!”

The teacher told them to remain calm. A few minutes later the principal got on the intercom and alerted students that there had been a small earthquake.

Carol McCuaig of AdmastonBromley said there was a rumbling noise, like a truck coming down the road, and then the walls started to shake.

“I never felt one that severe,” said McCuaig, who lost telephone service for a few minutes.

“We had a little one a few years ago. My cats were terrified and all of them went to hide.”

WORD SPREAD QUICKLY Word of the earthquake spread quickly as social networking sites, including Facebook and Twitter, were all abuzz with reports. However, cell phone service was disrupted for a short time.

The centre of the quake, located 53 kilometres north of Ottawa, was 16.4 kilometres deep, according to the U.S. Geological Survey, National Earthquake Information Center.

According to Natural Resources Canada, about 450 earthquakes occur in eastern Canada each year.

Of this number, around four will exceed magnitude 4.0, 30 will exceed magnitude 3.0 and about 25 events will be reported felt. Earthquake events of magnitude 5.0 will occur only three times each decade, on average.

A magnitude 5.0 event is generally the threshold of damage, says Natural Resources Canada.

The Western Quebec Zone was the site of at least three significant earthquakes in the past.

In 1732 an earthquake estimated at 5.8 on the Richter scale shook Montreal, causing significant damage.

In 1935, the area of Temiscaming was shaken by an earthquake of magnitude 6.2 that was felt well down the Ottawa Valley. In 1944, an earthquake of magnitude 5.6, located between Cornwall, Ontario and Massena, N.Y., caused damage evaluated at $2 million at the time.

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 279 Alicia St. at Norma Phone: 623-3993 Pastor Lee Dyck Service at 9:30 a.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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PARTNERS IN HARVEST RIVER OF LIFE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP 63 Victoria St., 622-5929 Sunday Celebration 10:30 a.m.

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WEST CARLETON CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Reverend Mark Redner 3794 Diamondview Road Kinburn Friday Healing Service 7:00 p.m.

Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

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ARNPRIOR SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 63B Victoria Street 622-7960 Pastor Adriaan M. van der Lingen, M.Div. Saturday Services 9:30 am - Sabbath School 11:00 am - Worship Service

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

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ANGLICAN PARISH OF ARNPRIOR EMMANUEL CHURCH 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.

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SHERRY HAAIMA shaaima@msn.com It’s been a tremendous year for the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital and the Grove Nursing Home, says CEO Eric Hanna.

The board of directors joined staff and physicians at the Grove June 23 for the annual general meeting.

Hanna made note

of several significant milestones in the past year, including the groundbreaking and ongoing construction of the $12-million emergency upgrade, completion of the strategic plan, implementation of best practice guidelines in wound care and the emergency department, and a new medication administration system at the Grove.

The hospital and

Retiring board members David Moore and Harold Camblin were honoured for their service.

the Grove remain in strong fiscal shape despite financial pressures that included the H1N1 virus, said Hanna.

He also lauded the benefits of several partnerships, including with Community Care Access Centre, the Heart Institute and the Ottawa Hospital.

Retiring board chair Marlene McRoberts is succeeded by Steve Hudson.

McRoberts, who has one year remaining of the 12 years an individual can be on the board, said she looks forward to some down time, but also to the year ahead at the hospital and the Grove.

“LHIN and accreditation will become the focus in 2010-11,” said McRoberts.

She praised her fellow members of the board.

“The professionalism and respect shown by every person at our board table

made meetings easy to chair,” she said.

She credited volunteers, staff, and physicians for their support and dedication to the hospital.

Dr. Mark Robson delivered chief of staff Dr. Cindy Morrison’s report in her absence and new auxiliary president Bernice O’Connor reported on the extensive work of the more than 200 volunteers making up the group.

Retiring board members Harold Camblin and David Moore were recognized.

The board also honoured retiring staff members of 35 years or more. Sandy Broome, Shelley Cardiff, Anne Forgiel and Christine McLaughlin were recognized for their years of service.

Photos by Sherry Haaima

The new ADMH/Grove Nursing Home board gathers for a group photo at the annual general meeting last week. From left in back are CEO Eric Hanna, Hugh Brownlee, Irvin Woermke, Pamela Lemay, Deborah McCorkell-Hoy, Don Nicholas, Tom Melvin, Patricia Glahs, chair Steve Hudson and Jay Johnston, and in back Bernice O’Connor, Patricia Titterton, Marlene McRoberts, Gina Pilon, and Mark Robson. Missing are Cindy Morrison and Robert D’Aoust. up 81% of the total, other 9%, outpatient care 8%, and preferred accommodation 2%.

Expenses at ADMH include 46% wages and salary, basic supplies 30%, employee benefits 9%, medical staff

FINANCES ADMH revenue for the 2009-10 year was $18,108,923 while expenses totaled $18,119,024. The Ministry of Health makes

remuneration 7%, medical/surgical supplies 3%, depreciaton 3% and drugs 2%. At the Grove, revenue is $3,658,654 and expenses are $3,819,786. Revenue comes from the MOH 64%, resident

co-payment 28%, preferred accommodation 4% and other 2%.

Expenses are made up of salary and wages 60%, general supplies 24%, employee benefits 11% and depreciation 5%.

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HST kicks in on Canada Day, unfair to rural areas, says Yakabuski JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

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Boost your Yakabuski said many families are already challenged when it comes to paying bills and the HST team’s productivity. will only make it worse.

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Mark’s Work Warehouse McNab Public School Photo Max Pineridge Children’s Centre Play It Again Sports Arnprior Dental Centre Reid Bros Automotive Robbins Confectionary Braeside Simply Elegant St. Joseph’s Separate School St. Michael Catholic School (Fitzroy Harbour) Staye House Stinson W. O. & Son Ltd. T.J’s Hairplace The Fountain Community Life Centre The Hairdressers Ultimate Fitness Wags and Whiskers Walter Zadow Public School

Any new employers interested in learning more about the Arnprior District High School Co-op Program should contact Shirley Stevenson or Kate McKenna at 613-623-3183.

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JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com Arnprior residents mixing recyclables or electronic waste with their garbage could be in for a shock.

Council passed a new solid waste management bylaw Monday that contains a new provision that permits the contractor picking up garbage at the curbside for the town to refuse to pick up any waste that includes recyclables or electronic items.

The town’s environmental engineering technologist Heather Gough explained that as the town provides a convenient

curbside bluebox program, there’s no reason for residents to throw out recyclables.

“It’s not a new concept,” she said, noting it has been adopted by several other municipalities.

It shouldn’t have a major effect, as most town residents are recycling, she added.

A no-recyclables-in-the-garbage policy has been in effect in Arnprior for some time, but “this will provide for enforcement.”

She said she realized enforcement might be difficult, “but others are doing it … and finding that there are only a few

cases (of garbage being) rejected.”

Gough stressed the regulation is aimed at chronic offenders and won’t be used if someone has accidently includes a pop can with their garbage.

Mayor Terry Gibeau said that as the town offers both pick-up of garbage and recycling, it shouldn’t be too much to ask people “to put things in the right place.”

He noted garbage has been rejected in the past for containing yard waste.

Gough said the new bylaw will help in the setting of diversion goals for the town as it moves forward on its waste management master plan.

Coun. Eric Burton suggested the tip-

ping fee for dropping off a large amount of recyclables at the landfill be reviewed.

“If we want to encourage recycling, we should look at letting them bring it in for free,” he said.

Gough explained that will be considered, but not likely until the town sets up a recycling depot at the landfill.

Without the depot, some of the items end up in the landfill, she admitted, adding that only cardboard is accepted for free.

Gibeau said that there shouldn’t be any reason for residents to have to bring in recyclables as they can put almost any amount in their blueboxes.

Forester proposes wood-burning furnace to Arnprior council DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@metroland.com

Saying good-bye to John XXIII in a Grade 6 leave taking ceremony June 24, in front from left, are Brady Hunter, Jenny Thibeault, Richard Olsson, Cory Bryson, Marisa McGonigal, Alex Trudeau, Stefan Geisser, Ben Riopelle, name withheld, Harley Berube, Sabrina Robertson and Cassidy Brown; and in back Alex Boileau, Jacob Perreault, Vanessa Farmer, Abby Rampton, Drew Dougherty, Lindsay Sherman, Shae-Lynn Kubusheskie, Gina McGrath and Kheara Richie. Photos by John Carter

Grade 6s remember John XXIII time fondly JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com John XXIII said good-bye to his 22 Grade 6s, as well as principal Sondra Keatley, in a leave taking ceremony June 24.

Valedictorian Vanessa Farmer gave a sometimes thoughtful and sometimes humourous speech looking back at the students’ time at the school.

“As a class we got along better than most,” she said. “We stuck up for each other.”

She said the teachers helped make the students’ years extra special.

“I hope you’ll never forget the wonderful years you have had here at John XXIII,” she concluded, addressing her fellow graduates.

During the ceremony, each graduate lit a candle and related the youth credo.

Father John Burchat gave a gospel reading and a blessing.

Students Abby Rampton and Jacob Perreault were prayer service leaders and Harley Berube and Drew Dougherty have readings.

Keatley, who gave the keynote address, is retiring and will be replaced by vice-principal Heidi Robinson Sept. 1.

In her stint at the school, John XXIII received much praise, especially after scoring one of the few perfect marks in the province in the Fraser Institute’s ranking based on literacy and mathematics marks on provincial exams.

After a career spent focusing on improving students’ literacy, Keatley will spend the summer One of Sondra Keatley’s last duties before retiring as principal of John XXIII directing a reading project for the Renfrew District was to present Vanessa Farmer with an award in appreciation of her being valedictorian of the Grade 6 class at the leave taking ceremony June 24.

Catholic School Board before officially retiring.

The forestry sector accounts for one-third of wealth creation in Renfrew County, 2,055 direct jobs and $50 million in taxes.

That is why Arnprior Reeve Walter Stack invited Kris Heideman of the Upper Ottawa Valley Forest Industry Alliance to speak before council June 14.

However, Heideman came with a message of his own. And that is to drum up support for: · the feed-in tariff rate to increase from 13 cents to 20 cents; · letting the provincial government know that industry representation on the management of Crown forests is a must.

“We are not looking for assistance,” he said.

“We just need a fighting chance.”

Heideman added that Arnprior is well positioned to take advantage of growth in the biomass industry, given its close proximity to Ottawa and a crucial point on the energy grid.

It was a point that caught the attention of the town’s chief administrative officer Larry Donaldson who asked for elaboration. He especially liked the idea that three or more manufacturers could tap into a large wood-burning furnace in town to heat their operations, bringing them off the grid to a large extent.

Heideman explained that co-generation biomass furnaces are commonplace in Europe, produce little visible smoke from stacks, and can serve clients up to eight kilometres away in any direction – which is all of Arnprior.

Mayor Terry Gibeau confirmed with Heideman that rail is important to the forestry industry. Gibeau sits on Transport Pontiac-Renfrew.

Coun. Nancy Black asked if having council draft a letter of support for the province to bump up the feed-in tariff to at least 18.5 cents would prove helpful.

Heideman agreed.

Bridge work could get noisy Arnprior council wants to hear from residents of the east end of Arthur Street and River Ridge Crescent if it gets unbearably noisy overnight during the next five weeks.

Thomas Cavanagh Construction has applied for an exemption to the town’s noise bylaw so it can work overnight to speed up progress on the Madawaska River Bridge on Highway 417.

The closest house to the work is about 500 metres away.

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A.J. Charbonneau celebrates 39 grads

A.J. Charbonneau graduates and their teachers are, from left, front row: Melissa Prowse, Katherine Damphousse, Avery Jackson, Heather Lepine, Luke Homer, Lucas Desjardins, Emma Dyet, Dylan Boettger, Sara Lepine Amber McLinden and Griffin Toole; middle row Donna Downey, Nathan Toman, Tristan Hadley, Brooke Reid, Claire Pecora, Dylan Dalgleish, Josh Jones, Rianna Warren, Ryley Couvieau, Emily Fortier, Josh Millins, Patrick Christie, Adam Fletcher, Stacie Kerr, Miranda Raymond, Kirstyn Lavallee and JoDee Ferdinand; and back row Gerard Hogue, Logan McNulty, Riley Dunn, Conor Hogan, Grant Desjardins, Vicki Brittle, Alyssa Redner, Zac Barr, Jace Martin, Charlie Armstrong, Alice Molina and Brodie Pochadt.

Photo by Sherry Haaima

Staff, family and friends of A.J. Charbonneau Public School joined together June 22 to celebrate 39 Grade 8 graduates.

The valedictorian was Josh Jones, who, along with Stacie Kerr, received Renfrew County Board of Education medallions.

The Murray Vernon Award, presented by Arnprior Community Policing for volunteering, went to Heather Lepine Claire Pecora was presented with the Principal’s Leadership Award.

Graduation Awards are presented to students who have earned approxinately 100 points during grades 7 and 8 doing in-school

volunteer service and demonstarting excellence in academic achievement, learning skills, community service and team participation.

The award winners this year are: Dylan Boettger, Vicki Brittle, Katherine Damphousse, Grant Desjardins, Lucas Desjardins, Riley Dunn, Emily Fortier, Tristan Hadley, Gerard Hogue, Luke Homer, Avery Jackson, Josh Jones, Stacie Kerr, Heather Lepine, Sara Lepine, Amber McLinden, Logan McNulty, Alice Molina, Claire Pecora, Melissa Prowse, Alyssa Redner, Brooke Reid, Nathan Toman, Rianna Warren and Griffin Toole.

Walter Zadow honours its 81 graduates

Walter Zadow graduates, in back from left, include Bonnie McGonigal, Tristan Fortin, Sebastian Willmer, Graham Rogers, Brent Malloch, Grace Smith, Steven Williams, Will Deeks; in the middle Brett Andrews, Nikki Priest, Amanda Lentz, Jenny Cameron, Vikki Nicholas, Marcus Strackholder, Katie Smith, Zach Wilson, Andrew Rueckwald, Dylan Mosley, Deanna Fracasso, and teacher Kayla Bews; and in front Allison Parker, Duncan Brown, Craig Cameron, Emma Normoyle, Darren Mayhew, Dakota Cavanagh, Letitia Doy-yat, John Phillips and Emma Seeley.

Photo by Lorne Rueckwald

Katherine McNab and Ben Davies won Arnprior Lions Club awards as the top academic students in the Walter Zadow Grade 8 class.

There were among 81 graduates honoured at a celebration at the school June 21.

McNab gave the valedictory address on behalf the class. Also speaking at the graduation exercises were principal Kim Shoveller and Trustee Norm Hazelwood, who brought greetings from the school board.

A packed gymnasium stood as the three classes of graduates entered for the ceremony in a processional.

A number of awards were presented. As well as the Valedictorian Award, McNab earned the Lions Andy Campbell Memorial Award (top academic female) and the English proficiency award. Davies won the Lions Mac Smith Memorial award (top academic male) and a proficiency in mathematics and science award.

Kate Farmer earned the Dr. Robert McCreary Humanitarian Award and the Murray Vernon Memorial Award (Community Policing).

Kathrine Sergerie-Groub received proficiency awards for core French and history and geography.

Shoveller presented Sebastian Willmer with

Walter Zadow graduates, in back from left, include Samantha Caesar, Chris Beck, Julie Campbell, Jeff Cavanagh, Garrett Normoyle, Hillary Quade, Rebecca Legree, Connor Budarick; in the middle teacher Sherri Madore, Matt Hicke, CJ Labon, Joey Veninga, Neal Mosley, Ally MacKenzie, Lindsay Edwards, Vanessa Thomas, Morgan Barnabe; and in front Amanda Galkowski, Jesse Ryan, Broady East, Kathrine Sergerie-Groulx, Casey Beaudon, Donavan McKnight and Breanna Craig. Photos by John Carter

the OPC Principal’s award for student leadership. He also received a proficiency in arts award.

Steven Williams received the Caitlin Stewart Memorial Award. Cole van Wyk won the Walter Zadow Memorial Citizenship Award.

Optimist awards for positive attitude, dedication and most improvement were won by Vanessa Thomas and William Deeks.

Other subject proficiency awards were received by Graham Rogers (mathematics and science), Emma Seeley (English), Brittany Handke (history and geography), Brent Malloch and Brandon Potter (health and physical education), Kerralie Casselman (French Immersion), Victoria Nicholas (core French), and Casey Beaudon and Shawna Burnett (arts).

Tagwanibisan Armitage-Smith earned the Dr. Robert Love Public Speaking Award.

Zach Somerville was named outstanding male athlete and Jamie Burnett outstanding female athlete. Sommerville also won the Rotarian Four Way Test award. Female winner was Julie Campbell.

Several students won Big ‘A’ awards for excelling in all facets of school life.

Walter Zadow graduates, in back from left, include Natasha Zoryk, Shauna Burnett, Cole van Wyk, Brandon Potter, Fred Lachance, Kamisha Andrews, Ashley Campbell, Vicky Arbic; in the middle teacher Rosina Currie, Kate Farmer, Charlie Galley, Braydon Barr, Myles Percey, Megan Caldwell, Massimo Cozzi, Katherine McNab, Jeff Cloutier, teacher Robyn Wisotzki; and in front Brittany Handke, Jessica Naismith, Ben Davies, Jamie Burnett, Zach Somerville, Kerralie Casselman, Darian Bray, Garnet Gladwin and Tag Armitage-Smith.

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Lap pets a no-no: OPP Arnprior OPP stress it is an offence to have your pet on your lap as you drive a motor vehicle.

Crowding the driver is not only distracting but interferes with the proper management and control of the motor vehicle.

The OPP also note that recent R.I.D.E checks are resulting in a number of Highway Traffic Act related offences.

Arnprior OPP remind the public to wear their seat belts and don’t drink and drive, and the use of cell phones while operating a motor vehicle is strictly prohibited.

Arnprior OPP thank those reporting suspected impaired driving. Impaired drivers continue to make roads unsafe.

Working together with the community will help to reduce the unnecessary deaths and injuries on local roads.

Mayor Terry Gibeau pointed out the handicap spots would also help food bank users, as long as they have handicap stickers.

There have been complaints from food bank users who have been ticketed in that area.

Gibeau noted that if people park in the handicap areas without a sticker, they will receive an even larger fine.

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Arnprior council approved Monday the designation of three handicap parking spots near St. John Chrysostum Catholic Church.

Council has also changed street signs to so they are in line with the town bylaw that allows parking on the east side of Albert Street on weekends, but not weekdays.

The three new handicap stalls on Albert between Lake and Ottawa streets were requested by Rev. Joe McLean, who noted they would be close to the church’s wheelchair ramp.

McLean also asked that parking be allowed on the church side of Albert street on weekends for

church-goers.

Donaldson reported that staff had investigated and found no reason not to designate the special parking zones.

As well, they discovered the bylaw bans parking on the east side of Albert Street only on weekdays, not seven days a week as indicated on the signs.

The signs have since been corrected, he said.

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35 Ridgeview dr, Braeside $689,000 Stunning custom built executive home overlooking the majestic Ottawa River.

Cultured stone exterior with attached garage and detached garage/workshop. Gourmet style kitchen with granite counter tops, inviting great room with gas fireplace. Formal lvg rm and dng rm, den, 3 bdrms, 2 ensuite baths as well as full bath and powder room. 4th bdrm on lower level being used as painting studio. Radiant floor heat on lower level. MLS #755007

66 McVicar Lane, Burnstown $689,900 Waterfront, trees, privacy, serenity this property has it all and more. Truly a hidden gem.

Multi level home on the shores of the beautiful Madawaska River. 4 bdrms, 3 baths, walk out lower level, 2 large decks, balcony. Open concept kitchen, lvg rm/dng rm, large family room. 2 double detached garages - one with loft. MLS #759632

82 Viewmount Dr. Calabogie $219,900 Four season chalet/ home with excellent view of Calabogie Peaks in the heart of vacation country.

Four bdrms, 3 baths, walk out lower level. Year round living or week end getaway - perfect for either. 4 season enjoyment swim, boat, golf, hike and ski - all close by. Beautifully treed lot. MLS #738072

4507 Stonecrest Rd., Woodlawn $239,900 Come to the country- Hi ranch on large lot with panoramic SW view. 3+1 bdrms, fully finished lower level.

Hrdwd in lvg rm, tile in kitchen. Propane fireplace in lvg rm and wood pellet stove in basement.

Above ground pool. Over sized garage. Hi Speed wireless. MLS #755518

LION PRESIDENT PASSES THE GAVEL Last week the Arnprior Lions Club hosted the final meeting before the summer break. Among the business on the evening agenda was the naming of the new executive. At left, new president Neil Masson, left, is congratulated by past president Rob Brooks. The Lions aren’t slowing down this summer. Members are hosting a Canada Day pancake breakfast from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Masonic Hall on James Street. The Lions will also host a Canada Day barbecue at Roberts Simpson Park from noon to 4 p.m. Tickets for the truck raffle will be sold at both of these events. See an upcoming edition of the Chronicle-Guide for full coverage of last week’s meeting.

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330 White Lake Rd. Arnprior, Ont.

DESIGNED FOR HAPPY LIVING! 2+2 bedroom home, 2 full baths. New roof, deck & hottub, hardwoods, ceramics, some appliances & water softener. Excellent family home in a nice residential area. Large yard & 1 car inside entry garage.

MLS#761787. $274,900.

Call Sheila BREATHTAKING AND GLORIOUS. Come to the hills. Fresh air, views for miles, just pure delight. This is just some of the enjoyment you will get from this home and grounds. Welcome to 6927 Opeongo Rd.. Close to Eganville, 1/2 hour to Renfrew The home is immaculate… walk out basement, all appliances, fully finished levels, 2 baths, 2 car garage, paved drive, acreage. MLS #752011 Only $299,000

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established in 1958

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613-432-7562 ROSS PEEVER Sales Representative Res. 613-432-5394

$

164,

97.64 ACRE 3 BEDROOM HOBBY FARM

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consisting of 18 acres tillable, 4 acres pasture & remainder bush. Creek runs through property , pond behind home. Located on dead-end road only 6 min from Arnprior & HWY 17. Attached 1.5 car garage, lrg master bedrm with 3pce ensuite, drive shed ideal for horses.

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$447,500

MLS#756324

308 WILLIAM ST. GREAT STARTER HOME or just to buy and rent; Kit, LR, 3 BDR, 1-4pc bath, 2 car detached garage; completely renovated last 3 yrs. Good size yard 68’x74’. Call Ross at 433-1133.

AFFORDABLE 4 BEDROOM FAMILY

HANDY STARTER HOME

HOME on 2 acre lot in Dochart Estates, open concept, eat-in kitchen, living rm with access to 3 season sun rm, back yard deck, storage in basement, forced air oil heat & central air, attached 1 car garage, paved circular driveway.

on lrg private lot in town on dead end st.

Fully fenced yard, within walking distance to the Grove. Enclosed porch at rear of home, living rm features gas fireplace, two bedrms, 3pce bath on 2nd floor, double wide driveway, eat in kitchen,workshop/ furnce/laundry is seperate from house.

MLS#758208

$234,500

GREAT 4 BEDROOM BRICK FAMILY HOME on lot which backs on to two streets,

oak kitchen with ceramic floors, gas stove top & electric oven, built in dishwasher, fridge with water dispenser, built in microwave/ hood fan, formal dining area has hardwd flrs, lrg formal living rm has maple hardwood floor, balcony off 2nd level.

900 $ 259,

MLS 753425

50 COLIN ST. JUST COMPLETED HOME — Fully furnished; open concept kit, L.R., which leads to back deck 12’x12’; 2 BDR, 1-4pc bath with laundry room. M.BDR with walk in closet plus fireplace; basement with BDR or Rec room; central vac, central air, F.A. Attached double car garage. Gas heat. Lot 167’ x 152’, well & septic, call Ross at 433-1133.

WATERFRONT ACREAGE 2 LOTS FOR SALE Over 700ft of waterfront each. Both lots located on Stewartville Rd. Call Greg for more details. Asking $325,000 ea.

MLS#741919 MLS#741926

$195,500

MLS#754670 IN ESTABLISHED NEIGHBORHOOD, 3 Bedrm on nice lot, island work area/ kitchen, main flr family rm, 3 pce bath/2nd level, forced air, gas heat & central air, updated vinyl windows, attached garage. Lrg yard for children & pets, walk to playground, seated stair lift for seniors.

MLS#759846

EXECUTIVE DUPLEX Views of Madawaska River waterfalls, 2 huge units over/ under. Ground floor unit has extra large living rm, 1.5 baths, 2 large bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, dining area + wrap around verandah, deck with extra support for hot tub. 2nd level apt has open concept 2 bedrm, large bath. $ MLS#732723 255,000

$203,900 WALK TO ALL SCHOOLS & DOWNTOWN

Old fashioned maple hardwood floors in living & dining rms, large eat-in kitchen, 4 pce bath on 2nd level, 2 pce bath on main, wrap around covered front verandah, back yard deck off kitchen. Partially fenced back yard, 1 car detached garage.

MLS#753032

$159,900

$98,500 85 ACRES

within 5 min of town. Ideal Hobby Farm.

Two open fields, the rest is bush.

MLS#759987

$144,900 WOOD WORKING SHOP

with walkout basement. 1st level has wood floors, main level has 10ft garage loading door, metal machine shop, attached warehouse with lrg loading bay, sm office, gas boiler heat, lots of power, lrg impound yard at rear, seperate heated detached garage.

MLS#747085

$279,000

The organizing committee is issuing awawa Friday Market Sept 10 and Cobden one last call for local food producers and Fairgrounds Oct. 16.

There are still outside locations availothers who would like to showcase their products at Arnprior or the other three able at all four venues.

For more details, including an appliTaste of the Valley events this year.

Renfrew County and ProTyre will cation to become a Taste of the Valley be administering the popular events vendor, visit www.countyofrenfrew.on.ca, or call Renfrew County media relations throughout the area. co-ordinator Bruce McIntyre at 613-735Taste of the Valley is an exposition of 7288, ext. 490. local food, crafts and products.

Preference is given to area residents who reside within the geographical borders of Renfrew County.

Taste of the Valley attracts thousands of visitors from throughout Renfrew County and 169 HIDDEN LAKE CRES., CARP VILLAGE $499,900 first-time visitors to the area.

Beautiful Holitzner home on a large pie shaped corner lot The Taste of the Valley series with mature trees located in Carp’s Hidden Lake Estates. kicks off Saturday, July 17 from Backyard is very private with no visible neighbours. Elegant 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Arnprior and spacious sun filled open concept home located on a quiet Fairgrounds. crescent. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Paved driveway. 18.8 FT ceiling in the Family Room.

There are also events at the Hardwood in DR, hallway and master bedroom. Natural gas heating. Flexible possession.

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Gleaming hardwood flrs.

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Oversized “L” shaped Master with walk-thru closet and 4 piece ensuite. Quality North Star windows in 2006.

Roof in 2006. Fully finished basement with 3 piece bath. Mls 754837 $419,900

DOCHART ESTATES - Amazing executive bungalow on private treed 2.13 acre lot. Inground pool.

Walk out basement. Gracious home in immaculate condition... move right in ! $ 474,900

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on nice acre lot on the edge of Stewartville.

4 bedrroms could be 5. Fully finished bsmt gerry.pulcine@sympatico.ca SUPER 4 BEDROOM BUNGALOW in the with large rec room. Other rooms could be office/den. Warm pine wood fl oors.

Large rooms.Close to McNab School, Town of Arnprior. 4 good sized bdrms. Upgrades include windows (2008), roof (2005), furnace (2009) Nice finished rec Madawaska River, skiing and golf. Flexible possession. Mls 755912 $242,900 rm. MLS #756819 $ 209,900 Sales Representative

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LOVELY 3 bedroom bungalow on good size lot. Bright eat-in kitchen with wood cabinetry. Formal dining room.

Main floor laundry. Patio door to large deck. Fully finished basement with family room, games room and gas stove.

Shed with power for the handyman. Single garage. Don’t mmacadam@partnersadvantage.ca Miss Out on this Fine Bungalow listed at $ 224,900.

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with oversized fenced yard..

Great home for families with four levels of living space. Beautiful hardwood flrs. Bright living room with floor to ceiling palladium window. Warm kitchen with terra cotta island. Family room on lower level has patio door to yard. Double garage. Super location within walking distance of the Nick Smith Centre. $279,900

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Taste of the Valley comes back to Arnprior

Be prepared for another earthquake Just recently we witnessed nature at its best.

At 5.0 on the Richter scale, buildings swayed, glass shook, phone lines were down and cell phone towers were so congested that cell phones could not get a signal to send or receive calls.

In an emergency, the following items would be useful: a few flashlights with extra batteries and bulbs, three days of bottled water, three days of pet food, a pet medical kit, a bowl

for water and a bowl for food, a pet carrier, spare harnesses for cats and collars and leashes for dogs, extra medication for your pet, water-proof matches, blankets and towels, emergency phone numbers, an escape route out of your home, and a safe spot where the family will meet once outside the house and extra cash.

Practice leaving your home with your pets as fast as you can (a fire doubles in size every three minutes).

Always have a back-up plan just in case the primary exit route is blocked.

You should have battery-powered fire alarms on every floor of your home.

Fire alarms should be tested and the batteries replaced at least once every year.

You should have a fire extinguisher on all floors of your home and also have one in the kitchen.

You should be well aware on the proper usage and maintenance

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minutes to town on River Road with private STARTER in school block with inground pool. 3+2 bedroom hiranch with direct access to week when you can enjoy this furnished 3 yard. MLS #761397. $120,000. garage & finished lower level. $218,500.

MLS #761124 bedroom ALL summer?

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downtown core accesses two streets & includes appliances. Now asking $229,900.

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NEW LISTING Price cannot be beat. 3 bedroom semi-detached on Havey Street. Gas heat and central air. Family room in basement plus 2-piece bath. MLS #763235 $119,900.

Sat., July 3rd 2-4 p.m.

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Angela Havey Broker

www.angelahavey.ca

GOOD SPACE AND WELL CARED FOR New furnace in 2004, roof reshingled in 2009, house rewired in 2010. Hardwood floors, central air, nice side yard, nice bright bonus room above the kitchen, attached garage.

MLS # 756111 Asking $189,900.

613-623-7834

WELL MAINTAINED MOBILE with

solarium, appliances & garage/workshop offers access to Madawaska Lake Now asking $114,500.

MLS #756151

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SELLERS 3 BEDROOM GARDEN HOME

W NE

with appliances, gas furnace & central air, close to all amenities.

Now asking $148,900.

MLS #758055 CLEARED 1.61 ACRE BUILDING LOT in desirable

W NE

subdivision just 15 mins to Hwy 417. Now asking $57,900.

MLS #757785

EXTENSIVELY RENOVATED

ICE PR

inside and out, centrally located with ravine lot.

Flexible closing.

Now asking $179,900 MLS #758212

ICE PR

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HELEN VINCENT Broker of Record Res. 613-432-3711

NEW PRICE

RENOVATED 2 BEDROOM

extensively renovated inside central location appliances & garage. Now asking $139,900 MLS #755355 Consumer Friendly

29 SMOLKIN DR. AN EXCELLENT FAMILY HOME WITH LOTS OF SPACE — large eat-in kitchen, living & dining room - 2 baths - lower level completely finished with family rm. & stove. 4th bedroom, storage, att. dble. garage - paved drive - laundry on main level - Call Helen @ 432-0058.

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5783 Loggers Way $599,900 Wake Up To This Fantastic View! Ottawa River – 3 bdrm brick bungalow – hwd & ceramic – detached garage w/loft

192/194 Harrington St. $349,000 Church & Manse – church offers many possibilities – updated furnaces, roof & some windows on 3 bdrm manse

361 Bayview Lodge Rd $209,900 Launch your boat nearby in White Lake – upper level living w/white kit cabinetry – built 2005 – Your Private Hideaway!

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Have an exit plan

IN MEMORIAM Gussy (as he was affection-

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Continued from Page 14 You can also purchase a fire blanket that can quickly and effectively extinguish small fires (especially kitchen grease fires on the stove) without the need of messy fire extinguishers.

Fire extinguishers can be purchased at any hardware store for less than $50 depending on the size and its capabilities (electrical, grease, paper or a combination) and fire blankets can be purchased for about $30 through a distributor out west (if interested contact me for more information). Remember, in an emergency, quick execution of your exit plan can mean the difference between life and death.

Are you prepared?

PADDLING IN SUPPORT OF BETTER HEALTH

ately named), a beautiful Golden Retriever, passed away suddenly.

Gussy had a lovely smile and would like nothing more than to have a conversation with anyone willing to listen.

He loved to play and would constantly fetch any toy that he could find.

At noon Gussy would be found sitting by the refrigerator in the back of the shop waiting, because he knew that Auntie Tena and Uncle Ian would always be willing to share lunch with him. He will be greatly missed!

Ian owns and operates Wags & Whiskers Pet Grooming and Puppy Kindergarten at 118 John St. North. For comments or suggestions, Ian can be reached at 613-623-6200 or info@wagsandwhiskerspg.com.

A large crowd gathered at the White Lake Marina Sunday to see the Prior Chest Nuts officially launch their dragon boat. The launch was preceded by an inspiring ceremony with several stories of courage in the face of breast cancer. The dragon boat team is partnered with the Arnprior and District Breast Cancer Support Group.

Among those offering best wishes were local MPP John Yakabuski, Arnprior Mayor Terry Gibeau and McNabBraeside Mayor Mary Campbell. The initiative received a $28,200 Ontario Trillium grant.

Photo by John Carter

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201 Daniel Street, South Arnprior, Ontario K7S 2L9 Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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Call Bernice

Calabogie

$18,000

OFFERING YOU:

12’x 60’ mobile home w/enclosed side porch. New roof, skirt & furnace.

An affordable home or weekend get away place. All types of recreational activities including swimming & boating close by. Monthly rental fee for the lot includes grass cutting & snow removal.

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$79,900

Arnprior

Renfrew

Nice sized building lot in newer subdivision. Slight ravine at rear of property for added privacy. Town services available.

A great 2+ bedroom home.

Move-in condition. Beautifully renovated, including hardwood, ceramic floors throughout. Convenient side entry has a spacious mudroom.

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Springtown Strategically located general industrial property with many allowed uses. 2400 sq.ft. building. Lots of space for large trucks & ample parking. Property is on Bammer Creek w/access to the Madawaska River.

Great business opportunity & large enough lot to build your house on too.

$175,000 Call Denis

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$289,900

$329,900

Paula Hartwick $349,900

3 bedroom/2 bath, open concept cedar-built home. Situated on 1.7 acres at the 17th green of Calabogie Highlands.

Cedar cathedral ceiling. Mostly hardwood/ceramic floors.

2 bedroom, 2 bath must see home! Radiant heated ceramic and hardwood floors throughout. Huge pantry with freezer and lots of storage. Large walkin closet off master. Property zoning allows for light industrial use.

$359,900

$339,900

You must see the heart of this home to truly appreciate its quality features! Unique layout w/ 4+ bedrooms, zoned h/wtr radiant heated floors, open concept living area w/walkout to lg. private patio & ravine view. L-shaped workshop & office above attached garage.

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$239,900

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Calabogie Highlands

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Glasgow Station Beautiful 2 storey family home on 1.28 acres. Quick access to Hwy. 17. Hardwood throughout. Access from kitchen to back yard decks and above ground pool. Spacious master bedrm. w/walk-in closet and cheater ensuite.

Braeside Arnprior Immaculate, open concept bungalow. Attractive & cozy with many upgrades including gas fireplace in the living room. Open kitchen w/breakfast nook. Large private patio.

Sales Representative

Classic brick home, close to schools, shopping, the park and most amenities. Very spacious rooms, hardwood flooring, cozy fireplace and 4 bedrooms for the growing family. Large back yard.

Upgraded windows, roof shingles and some electrical upgrades.

Pakenham

Braeside

Feel instantly at home in this attractive, large 3 bedroom/3 bath home situated on approx.

2.6 acres. Huge master bedroom w/walk-in closet & ensuite. Attached 2 car, propane heated garage w/ 100 amp service.

Quality built 5 bedrm executive home in well developed community close to Arnprior.

Full lower level walk-out, large main level deck & spacious lot backing onto a ravine. This is a must see!

$439,900

McNab celebrates 29 Grade 8 grads Traleena Rouleau, Janessa Russett share valedictory duties for 2010 McNab Public School honoured 29 Grade 8 graduates at a ceremony June 24 at the school.

The valedictory address was given by Traleena Rouleau and Janessa Russett.

The McNab Graduation Choir, led by Juanita Cooper, provided music for the ceremony.

Among the guests was Renfrew County District School Board trustee Norm Hazelwood, who brought greetings from the board.

AWARDS Proficiency in Art: Heather Mitchell and Traleena Rouleau.

Outstanding Female Athlete: Melissa Kargus and Janessa Russett.

Outstanding Male Athlete: Dallas Farr.

Proficiency in French: Traleena Rouleau.

Proficiency in History: Tyler Poirier and Traleena Rouleau.

Proficiency in Math: Melissa Kargus.

McNab Public School’s Class of 2010 includes Candace Albanese, Connor Kewley, Morgan Bahm, Robbie McAuley, Rylee Barr, Kelsie McGuire, Collin Blaskie, Craig McLean, Sarah Bootland, Heather Mitchell, Morgan Coe, Tyler Poirier, Connor Croft, Cameron Power, Keely Deriger, Tyler Racine, Jesse Desarmia, Traleena Rouleau, Dallas Farr, Janessa Russett, Alex Forster, Tyler Sheppard, Hannah Fraser, Emily Storie, Kaitlyn Fraser, Kirsten Vanden Oever, Cory Herbert, Hailey Wheeler and Melissa Kargus.

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Arnprior Lions Club: Connor Secretarial Award: Candace nor Croft.

Geography: Melissa Kargus.

Kewley and Sarah Bootland.

Citizenship Award: Hailey Albanes and Kelsie McGuire.

OPC Leadership: Traleena The Doug Fraser School Wheeler and Craig McLean.

Rouleau.

Public Speaking Award: Tra- SERVICE CLUB AWARDS Motto Award: Hailey Wheeler.

Arnprior Rotary Club: KaitPrincipal’s School Spirit leena Rouleau.

Optimist Club: Traleena Roulin Fraser and Tyler Poirier.

Science Award: Melissa Kar- leau and Melissa Kargus .

Award: Hannah Fraser and Con-

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Arnprior’s St. Joseph’s Catholic School honoured its Grade 8 graduates at a ceremony June 23. Forty-seven graduates make up the Class of 2010.

Serena Major delivered the valedictory address.

Rev. Robert Ryan presided over the paraliturgical service. Serena Major and Cole Murray lit the Pascal candle and Brooke Bayford delivered the liturgy of the word.

AWARD WINNERS Sydney Burns – Sue Hortop Award Jordan Greenough – Lisa Francis-Parent Memorial Award Mackenzie Hartwick – Academic Award from the Optimist Club Serena Major – Academic Award from the Lion’s Club and Valedictorian Brooke Marshall-L’Abbe – Joan Bond Memorial Award Michael McGrath – Academic Award from the Lion’s Club Patrick McGrath – Academic Award from the Optimist Club Kevin Power- Murray Vernon Award from the Arnprior Community Policing Committee Rachel Ryan – Four Way Award Brendan Stashick – Four Way Award Deven Stinson – Most Improved Student Award HONOUR ROLL Ty Blair, Jordan Greenough, Sydney Burns, Mackenzie Hartwick, Emma Cavanagh, Serena Major, Corey Chaplin, Ryan McCormick, Elliot Cooper, Michael McGrath, Auston Dean, Patrick McGrath, Liam Dey, Cole Murray, Patti Dodge, Kevin Power, Rachael Emard, Rachel Ryan, Cornel Geisser, Michael Vice and Rachel Glofcheskie.

Among the Class of 2010 graduates from St. Joseph’s school are Brooke Bayford, Keenan Laughlan, Ty Blair, Blaire Lentz, Christian Bradford, Cameron MacIntyre, Tanisha Bradford, Serena Major, Paige Brydges, Brooke Marshall-L’Abbe, Sydney Burns, Ryan McCormick, Brittany Campbell, Timothy McGonigal, Jonathan Carlson, Michael McGrath, Emma Cavanagh, Patrick McGrath, Corey Chaplin, Cole Murray, Elliot Cooper, Justin Nicholas, Jeffery Currie, Kevin Power, Auston Dean, Julie Proulx, Liam Dey, Adam Redpath, Patti Dodge, Rachel Ryan, Rachael Emard, Jason Southworth, Cornel Geisser, Andrew Stanley, Rachel Glofcheskie, Brendan Stashick, Jordan Greenough, Deven Stinson, Andrew Griffin, Dylan Thul, Jared Hartwick, Michael Trudeau, Mackenzie Hartwick, Michael Vice, Devon Kingsbury, Todd Wheeler-Whalen, and Adam Kucharik.

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YOUTHS IN BLOOM Arnprior District High School students got together with Communities in Bloom to spruce up Robert Simpson park and Seniors at Home this spring. Among those volunteering their time are Susan Briscoe, left, Carol Ann Gardiner, James Halifax, Stephanie Shipman, Steven Brennan, Lindsay Trafford, Kenneth Jensen, Kaity Boettger and Nicole Dawson.

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This summer I have conducted bird surveys across southern Ontario.

They have taken me to rock-strewn shores of Lake Huron and vast cattail marshes along Lake Ontario.

Last week surveys took me to a remote island about 30 kilometres due south of the southern tip of Prince Edward County. That island lies much closer to the American border than it does to the Canadian mainland.

Last week I visited Main Duck Island.

As islands go, Main Duck is small. It is little more than three kilometres long and at the widest spans a mere kilometre.

No one lives on Main Duck and camping is by permission only. Thus, it was a privilege to spend a week exploring the island.

Roger Bird and Jude Girard, two talented birders and hardy campers, joined me for the surveys.

The island is flat with limestone bluffs lining the northwest

Michael Runtz Nature’s Way shore. The rest of the north shore consists primarily of limestone shelves.

The south shore is adorned with Zebra Mussel shells, a metre deep in some places.

There were two common animals on the island. Meadow Voles darted across every path and shoved their way under our tents every night.

I suspect that this fall and winter many birds of prey will not migrate any further south when they dis-

cover this bounty.

Northern Watersnakes were also abundant, with hundreds encountered during our stay. I have never seen more in one area.

These harmless snakes were not only common they were huge, with many spanning a metre or more in length. They were also colourful.

In our area, watersnakes are dark brown with indistinct paler bands.

On Main Duck they sported red-orange and brown bands. They were beautiful!

To get to such a size, the snakes must be eating well.

Jude observed one devouring a Black Goby, a non-native fish that has become abundant in Lake Ontario.

I also suspect that they are eating ducklings.

Hundreds, likely thousands of baby Common Mergansers and their mothers dart from the shore as you walk along it.

Each female lays 12 eggs but some female

mergansers had 30 or more young in tow. One group of 100 youngsters had only three adults accompanying it.

These large groups of young are called crèches, and that was the largest I had ever seen.

No one knows why some female ducks permanently drop off their young with other mothers. One theory is that the donor gains protection for her young by having others around them.

The recipient gains the same advantage for her young. If a predator such as a snake or Snapping Turtle (also very common along the shores) was to strike, the odds are better of any one young not being eaten because there are so many others available.

Main Duck Island is a special part of Ontario. I hope to return one day to see more of its natural treasures.

And perhaps count snakes!

The Nature Number is 613-387-2503; email is mruntz@start.ca.

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RAVEENA AULAKH Torstar News It’s really, truly official: Cougars in Ontario are fact, not fable. A definitive four-year study by the Ministry of Natural Resources has finally put a rest to all doubt that the big but reclusive cats prowl the province’s wilderness.

“Cougars have been here all along . . . we are collecting additional information about them now,” said Rick Rosatte, a research scientist in Peterborough. More than 30 pieces of evidence have been collected, including photos of tracks, DNA and scat samples that verify the big cat’s presence.

Of the roughly 2,000 reported sightings in the province since 2002, very few have been confirmed by track marks or DNA. Ontario’s original population was thought to have been hunted out of existence in the late 1800s.

Rosatte interviews people who think they’ve spotted a cougar, tries to determine the animal’s size and, when it sounds really promising, sets up trail cameras triggered by motion and heat. Dozens have been set up, but there are no photos yet.

“We are hoping for photos, but cougars travel a lot and they travel very fast,” said Rosatte.

The cats, also known as pumas and mountain lions

Local photographer Mike Yeas found these tracks, which he says are cougar prints, near Arnprior depending on region, can travel up to 50 kilometres a night, within a territory ranging up to 1,000 square kilometers. But the big question is: Where did they come from?

Stuart Kenn, president of Ontario Puma Foundation, who has been tracking the elusive animal for three decades, estimates there are 550 cougars in Ontario.

There appears to be a “cougar corridor” bordered by Ottawa, Peterborough and Owen Sound to the south and North Bay, Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie to the north.

But while cougars are out there in the wilderness, there’s no need to worry, said Kenn. In Ontario, “There’s never been a confirmed attack on a human by a cougar. It’s very, very rare.”

(At least two cougars have been spotted in the Arnprior area in the past month).

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He likes to snuggle and be carried around.

Wally tolerates other cats but would really prefer his own space. He is an indoor cat who likes to sit in the window and bird watch.

Please consider adopting this handsome boy, he will make a great companion. #3686 Tucker Tucker deserves a loving home of his own.

He was brought to the shelter in November 2009 when his owner was no longer able to care for him. He is a five-year-old, neutered Rottwieller/Hound mix. He is a large dog, with lots of energy who enjoys going for walks. He knows some basic obedience but would benefit from more training. Tucker has very good house manners, he is completely housebroken and well behaved. He would be best suited in an adult only home, with a fenced yard. Tucker is good with cats and some dogs

Supplies the shelter needs are Friskies canned cat food, bleach, liquid laundry soap and paper towels.

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will hold a bike auction at the Arnprior Shopping Centre. Arnprior OPP turned over the unclaimed bikes for auction. All proceeds go to Community Policing projects. The bikes can be viewed at the mall beside Peebles beginning at 10 a.m. The auction will begin at 11.

July 1 - The Arnprior Rotary Club will hold its third annual Mad Duck Race on Canada Day at 2 p.m. with 1,500 rubber ducks launched from the Madawaska Bridge in Arnprior. Owner of the first two ducks will earn $1,000 and $500 respectively. Proceeds go to Rotary Club charity projects. Tickets are available at the Nick Smith Centre office, the Vehicle Licence office at 100 Madawaska St., or from any Rotary Club member. For more information, call Mike at 613-623-4331.

July 10 - A Strawberry Social at the White Lake United Church Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sandwiches, homemade strawberry shortcake, tea, biscuits and homemade jam. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for kids 10 and under. Proceeds go to Manse repairs.

July 3 – An historic re-enactment of Prince Edward VII’s 1860 visit to Arnprior at Robert Simpson Park and Galilee will be taking place from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Join costumed citizens welcome the Prince to the shores and wonderful hospitality of Arnprior. Event also includes lumberjack shows, musicians, ‘Bertie’ Bear picnic, vintage photography, food vendors and many family activities.

Admission free. Tickets for a period lunch are also available. For more information, please call 613-623-4902.

July 7 – Arnprior-Braeside-McNab Seniors Home Support July Diners’ Club from 5 to 7 p.m. at Jim’s Restaurant. A cold plate meal and entertainment by Doug Russell for $12. Tickets available until noon July 6 at the Home Support office. Seniors 60 and older and individuals with special needs welcome.

July 7 – Children’s free tennis lessons available again every week this summmer on the Arnprior courts. Groups now forming for the following ages: 6 to 9, 10 to 13; 14 to 17 years of age. Session 1 from July 7 to 28; Session 2 from Aug. 4 to 25. Pre-register your children now by calling Certified Teaching Professional Hyacinth Chatterton 613-623-0976.

As in previous years, free court time is reserved for everyone in the program, on two additional days from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

July 10 - Fifth annual Ryan Baskin Fishing Derby for all ages, fish anywhere, register and weigh-in at Arnprior Fairgrounds. Trophies, prizes, food and beverages. Registration Friday 4 to 8 p.m., derby Saturday beginning at 7 a.m. Email RyansFishingDerby@gmail.com or call Megan Buckley at 613-622-1357.

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July 17 - St. Andrew’s United Church, Fitzroy Harbour, will hold a yard sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition to wonderful and exciting bargains, there will be a refreshment table with coffee, lemonade, cookies and muffins; a pie table with a choice of baked pies and pies that are ready to pop in the oven; followed by a barbecue lunch of hot dogs, hamburgers and sausage on a bun.

July 19-23 - Youth entering high school in the fall or currently in high school are invited to participate in the “Making a Difference” youth community service day camp that First Baptist Church is hosting this summer. MAD week will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. The volunteer hours you accumulate during the week will be recorded and will count toward the mandatory community service hours required to graduate school. Registration is required by July 5. For more information, call Scott Wallace at work 613-6233993 or at home 613-623-6734.

July 21-22 - Calling All Winners Bible Camp at Elgin Street Baptist Church, Arnprior from 9 a.m. to noon for children ages 6 to 11. Activities including bible stories, games, songs, crafts, and snacks.

Pre-registration is required. Please call 613-622-1069 and leave a message with child’s name, age and phone number.

Fridays - Six-hand euchre every Friday at 7 p.m. in the Arnprior Library meeting room, 21 Madawaska St. ($3 admission with lunch, $28 in prizes). All welcome.

Tuesdays - TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Tuesday at the Horace Mather Hall (old fire hall) on Elgin Street.

Drop by between 6 and 7 p.m. to check it out. For more information, please contact Brenda at 613-623-1607.

Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday - Play and Learn Drop-In at the Ontario Early Years/AFPRC from 9 to 11 a.m. All children 0 to 6 and their parents and caregivers are invited.

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Packers last winner as Boxing Day tournament replaced PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com The Arnprior Packers can lay claim to winning the last Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League Boxing Day tournament ever played.

The Packers captured the 36th annual event, and third in the club’s history, last December at the JeanMarc Lalonde Arena in Rockland.

Arnprior also claimed the 1891 and 1997 titles.

The league announced recently it has dropped the annual tournament in favour of a new season-opening event known as the EOJHL Fall Classic.

It will run Sept. 18 and 19 in the four ice pads at the Bell Sensplex Arena

in Ottawa, and all of the league’s 22 teams will be participating in this showcase event.

Each team in the Metro-Valley Conference will play two teams from the Rideau-St. Lawrence loop. Points from these games will also count in the regular season standings.

“I think it’s a great idea,” Packers coach and general manager Bill Griese said of the change.

“The Boxing Day tournament has taken its course. With everything else going on in their (players’) lives school, work, girlfriends, family, and then you haul them away on Boxing Day, it’s tough.

“The Fall Classic exposes the league,” Griese added. “The teams will have their rosters set (to start

the regular season). It’ll be good. You get to see everybody from the other divisions.”

The Packers will meet the CharLan Rebels at 3:15 p.m. Saturday in the Ottawa Citizen rink. On Sunday at 10:15 a.m., Arnprior challenges the Alexandria Glens at Mattamy Homes.

The Packers and Glens have some history dating back to last year. The two teams met on Boxing Day and Arnprior prevailed 4-0. The Packers went on to outlast the host Clarence Creek Beavers 4-3 and edge the Gatineau Mustangs 2-1 on a last-minute goal to win the tournament.

“I guess we’ll be able to keep the trophy,” a smiling Griese said of the Boxing Day hardware.

Fish derby READY TO PLAY BALL in the Bogie The Calabogie Fish & Game Club is holding its annual bass derby Saturday, July 10 on Calabogie Lake during free family fishing weekend.

Fishing gets underway at 9 a.m. and runs through to 3 p.m. Derby registration is at Barnet Cottage or you may preregister at Jim’s Bait & Tackle.

The fee is $10 adults and $5 for juniors.

There is a $200 prize for adult heaviest bass, and $100 for junior heaviest bass.

The scales close at 3 p.m. sharp.

Tuesday Night Men’s Lob-ball League convener John Rajsic, right, presents McNab-Braeside Recreation Committee chairman Brad McIlquham with $325 for McNab Minor Ball. The donation comes from the coffers of the eight-team league that plays from early May to mid-September at the McNab Centre Park. The league has been operating for 20 years. Photo by John Carter

Arnprior undefeated in baseball play PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

The Arnprior Special Olympics ball team, looking resplendent in their red uniforms, pose during a break in the action June 19 at the McNab Centre Park diamonds. From left are coach and volunteer helper Kelly Swaine, Kenneth Jensen, Lisa Turcotte, Doug McNulty, coach and volunteer helper Derek Beer, Greg Rorwick, Tia Crabtree, Terrence Crabtree, Tamika Crabtree, Jonathan Scobie, Rick Wilmott, Greg Russell, Geoffrey Avdovich, Darryl Clark, Paul Rorwick, Robert Mainprize, and coach Dave Young. Teams from Arnprior, Renfrew, Perth, Kingston and Ottawa played in the all-day tournament. Arnprior lost its first game to Renfrew, the eventual D division winner, before rebounding to defeat Ottawa. A combined Arnprior-Renfrew t-ball team edged Perth 11-9 in its game. Photo by JOHN CARTER

News from the Arnprior Golf Club DAVE BLAKER Arnprior Golf Club Dan Pope, Kevin Mulvihill and Brian Kelly were the big winners on Men’s Night having properly guessed their 9hole scores of 39, 35 and 42.

Kevin Mulvihill also scored in the A Skins game with a birdie on the second.

Steve Dontigny birdied number 7 and Richard Pope took two skins with birds on 8 and 9.

In the B game, Gerry Pulcine birdied number five and Ken Graham and Bob Neumann each took a skin with pars on holes 4 and 5.

Jim Booth and Bill Scheel each won in the Pro-Shop raffle and Gerry Pulcine won the 50/50.

Ladies Night was unfortunately pretty much a washout as the weather refused to co-operate.

Best news from the Ladies section this week was Christine Lafortune tying

The Tuesday Night Baseball League is back in business, this year with three teams in the fold.

Both the Legends and Arnprior are off to good starts with two victories.

However, in the case of Arnprior, the team has yet to lose.

The Legends have suffered a pair of defeats.

The league’s third team – the Rebels – has a win and three setbacks a month into the 2010 season.

Games are played Tuesday nights during the summer on the Seeley Diamond at Ma-Te-Way Park in Renfrew.

Single games are at 7 p.m.

The first pitch for doubleheaders goes at 6:30 p.m. with game two scheduled for 8:15.

for eighth place in the first round of the Ottawa Citizen’s Amateur Championship. Christine shot a 78 in the first round at Carleton Golf and Yacht.

The Steak and Shrimp BBQ fund-raiser was a great success. Everyone was treated to great food and entertainment.

Thanks are in order to Nancy KellyMoore and Dave Moore for the work they put into this event.

Second-round results in qualifying for the MyFM team played just before dinner have Christine Lafortune and Jeff McCormick holding on to first with a two-round total of 78. Pam Martin and Jim Ackenhurst are in second with 80 fol-

lowed by Ilene Lavoie and Terry Lampole with 81.

The third round of qualifying this Friday night should see an interesting competition as the standings for the remaining four slots are quite close.

Upcoming events include the second round of qualifying for the Men’s interclub team competitions Sunday, July 4; the Ladies fun Night July 6 and the continuation of qualifying for the Ladies O’Brien Cup and Mulvihill Cup teams July 10.

The club is also looking forward to the Men’s and Ladies Intersectionals on July 11 and 13 respectively.

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Lots to make you Wanago to camp SARAH GIBBONS, KAITLIN GREENE Camp Wanago co-ordinators It’s that time again and the staff at Camp Wanago is eagerly anticipating another fun and successful summer.

We have a ton of great trips and exciting games and crafts planned for the children this year.

Camp Wanago runs throughout July and August and is open for children ages 4 to 12. The Arnprior Department of Parks and Recreation’s summer day camp is very well-known and has been around for many years.

This year we have brought back many favorite trips like Mont Cascades, Cosmic Adventures, Saunders Farm and the Kanata Wave Pool, as well as new trips such as Papanack Zoo, Calypso Water Park and Logos Land.

We will also be making some exciting trips in Arnprior to the Arnprior Bowling Centre, O’Brien Theatre and more.

We have had some new additions to our staff and know the enthusiasm and energy of all staff will make for a great summer camp experience. Each staff member brings their own unique qualities and ideas to camp to ensure that each and every child is having fun.

Sarah Gibbons is joining us once

again at Camp Wanago as one of our co-ordinators. Sarah recently graduated from Nipissing University with a BA in psychology and will be attending Canadore College for the social service worker program in the fall.

Sarah’s dedication and desire to work as part of a team makes her a good asset to the Camp Wanago staff.

Our other co-ordinator, Kaitlin Greene, is joining us for her third year at Wanago. She will be returning to Nipissing University in the fall for her final year of a BA in English Studies followed by teacher’s college.

Kaitlin’s fresh ideas and positive attitude are qualities that we are glad to welcome back to camp this summer.

Brittany Wallace is also resuming her Camp Wanago staff, in front from left, are Brittany Wallace, Kaitlin Greene and Sarah Gibbons; role at camp this summer. She has just and in back Dan Brown, Austin Grainger and Kelsey Laplante. completed her second year at St. Lawrence College in the child and youth great camp counsellor. third year of concurrent education with worker program. Her experience with We are also pleased to welcome two a major in history at Nipissing Universichildren and dedication to other activi- enthusiastic new staff members this ty. His enthusiasm and outgoing personties she has been involved in makes her a summer. Austin Grainger, a lifeguard at ality makes him a great person to have on great addition to camp this summer. the Nick Smith Centre, has just complet- staff this summer.

Our last returning staff member, ed Grade 11 at ADHS. He is an energetic Camp Wanago and the camp staff Kelsey Laplante, will be returning to Lau- individual who likes to have fun, and will promises fun games and crafts, new rentian University for her second year in no doubt be a great asset to the Camp friends and experiences and most importhe fall where she is enrolled in the con- Wanago team this summer. tantly a safe and fun environment. current education program with a major Finally, Dan in sports psychology. Kelsey’s excitement Brown has just and enthusiasm is what makes her a completed his

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The Arnprior Economic Development Committee’s free concerts in the park series begins this Sunday, July 4.

The 2-4 p.m. concerts will be held Sundays at Robert Simpson Park from July 4 to Aug. 15.

They will feature a variety of types of music including rock, country and bluegrass that will entertain all ages.

Bring a chair or a blanket to sit on while you relax and enjoy the music.

Refreshments will be available from barbecues run by community groups, but

It’s the second year the economic development committee is presenting the concerts.

They are possible thanks to the continuing support of Ontario Power Generation, Town of Arnprior, Greater Arnprior Chamber of Commerce, Arnprior

feel free to bring your own picnic.

Proceeds from the barbecues will go towards program delivery by Arnprior and area service clubs and community groups.

These concerts will bring the community together for an enjoyable, healthy activity for all age groups. Children can enjoy the splash pad, jungle gym and sandy beach while parents enjoy the show.

Lions Club, and the Arnprior BIA. The initiative has gained some new supporters for year two, including the Arnprior Chronicle-Guide, Arnprior EMC, Co-Operators, M. Sullivan and Son Construction, My FM Radio, Nylene Canada and Reid Bros Motor Sales.

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July 22: Bowes Brothers - This FITZROY - Come and enjoy the tremendous summer sounds band has been influenced by such presented by Waste Manage- groups as the Statler Brothers ment, Ottawa Landfill. Enjoy live and the Irish Rovers. They began music provided by local musi- singing and playing country and gospel music at an early age. The cians from our region.

The Thursday night concert Bowes Brothers have become a series starts with local youth very popular valley dance band. groups who will be fundraising They sing in four-part harmony by selling barbecued foods and with some humour, the Brothers beverages at 6:15 p.m. followed bring unique style to country. by the performances starting at 7 p.m. and finishing at 8:30 p.m. Come out and support the youth initiatives in your c o m m u n i t y.

These concerts will take place rain or shine.

Admission is a donation to CHEO. July 8: Local Traffic - This local band consists of five members, three of which are from West CarSavings from leton area. Lead July 2 to

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July 15: Eddie and the Sting Rays - This electrifying Rock and Roll band is one of Ottawa’s most enduring show bands that exude the love for classic songs coupled with the musicianship to pull it off. Paying tribute to many of the greatest beach bands and songs of all time, along with selections from the 60s through Downtown Arnprior 80 Elgin St. the 90s.

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Examples of odd jobs include lawn work, clerical duties, painting and flyer distribution. The duration of each job can vary from a few hours to a few weeks.

The centre provides employers and homeowners with a location to post job openings and young people with job postings, interview advice, résumé building and job search strategies. SCCYs also provide information on health and safety in the workplace. Job postings are available online at www.jobbank.gc.ca.under Student/Youth Job Search, Ontario, Kingston/Pembroke Area and then Pembroke.

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Residents looking for temporary help this summer should consider hiring a student.

The Arnprior branch of the Pembroke Service Canada Centre for Youth (SCCY) will mark Odd Job Week (July 5-9) with a Creating Connections event Wednesday, July 7.

From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Arnprior Service Canada Centre, connections will be created between youth and local homeowners.

Odd Job Week promotes youth employment by linking young people seeking casual summer employment and employers or homeowners seeking help.

Young people can sign up with the Odd Job Squad at the SCCY. They indicate their work experience and availability

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Overworked and under-trained Personal Support Workers struggle to provide the best care

As front-line workers in the overburdened long-term care system, PSWs are the first to see its problems. Given the chaos they experience every day, they want better training standards and other professional improvements that the province, so far, is rejecting.

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hen the woman’s head hit the wall with a dull thud, Cathy’s blood ran cold.

“I was just thinking, ‘oh my God, oh my God, what if I killed her?’”

The 26-year-old was four months into her first job as a personal support worker at a Toronto long-term care home, when she left a frail, wisp of a 90-year-old Alzheimer’s patient with a bump on the head, after struggling to transfer her 100pound body from wheelchair to bed.

“It’s partly my fault, because I probably should have asked for help,” Cathy said, crying as she remembers that day in 2008, and the nurse who called her an idiot. “But, I also think it’s not really my fault, because my school never taught me how to do transfers properly.”

Cathy isn’t her real name.

As was the case with most of the 30 PSWs interviewed for Situation Critical, Cathy agreed to tell her story, on condition that her name and the home she works at not be identified.

She worries about being fired or blacklisted for speaking on situations that jeopardize care.

PSWs are the most intimate point of contact for 75,000 elderly Ontarians living in government-supported nursing homes, helping with everything from feeding to toileting.

The approximately 100,000 PSWs employed in various eldercare capacities in Ontario — about 30,000 work in nursing homes — toil at the bottom of the health care food chain, whether they work in long-term care facilities or at an individual’s home.

They are in a struggle for legitimacy that has become more public as PSWs push the province harder for higher standards and concrete training requirements.

It’s a losing battle.

Health Minister Deb Matthews recently scrapped a round of public consultation on potential regulation of PSWs. She told Metroland she is “very much concerned” about PSW qualifications and the fact that training courses differ dramatically in length and content.

“What I think is important, is there is a clear understanding of what training is required to call yourself a PSW,” Matthews said. “My understanding is that it varies tremendously.”

PSWs are the heartbeat of Ontario’s 625 nursing homes, responsible for up to 75 per cent of care.

They bathe and dress residents, comb their hair and brush their teeth. They lift them in and out of beds and wheelchairs, and help those who can still use the toilet. They change diapers, spoon feed residents and reposition them to prevent bed sores.

Increasingly, PSWs also tackle medically related tasks delegated by other overworked health professionals, including changing nitroglycerine patches and navigating chest drainage, feeding tubes and oxygen therapy.

PSWs who spoke to Metroland said ratios can be as low as three or four PSWs to 50 or 60 residents.

“You’re literally jogging from room to Alberta is currently the only province room, you have no time to talk to the reswith a standard where patients get 3.5 idents and spend time with them,” said hours of personal care per day.

April Hill, from the Orillia area, a PSW PSWs are also traditionally given low for about three years. pay rates, with a national average of “It’s just go, go, go. Get them out of $14.34 per hour, according to a Canadian bed, put them back in bed. Feed them, Union of Public Employees study. wash them, dress them. Move on to the Wendy McCarl, graduate of the PSW next one.” program at Algonquin College has a difPSW advocates say it would be easier ferent set of priorities on her wish list. to navigate the growing challenges if McCarl’s intention on taking the proPSWs were all well-trained and had a gram was to work with young people professional organization to lean on. with developmental disabilities, but af“We are in desperate need of regulater doing a stint with Help the Aged, a tion and standards, if you get a PSW local charity dedicated to the health and in there who isn’t properly trained you well being of the country’s seniors, she put the public at risk. People get hurt,” was hooked. said Miranda Ferrier, president of PSW Now McCarl works to support elderly Canada, an advocacy men at the Ottawa group. “PSWs beMission, whether it come an extension is to help provide acof their residents, cess to health care or they’re their hands to locate a spot in a and their eyes. They long-term care facilWe are in desperate do everything they ity or assisted living need of regulation and can’t do for themcomplex, she helps selves, and that takes her clients when they standards, if you get a the right training.” need it the most.

PSW in there who isn’t For many families “If I could ask for with loved ones in properly trained you put anything it would be care, PSWs are insafe housing where the public at risk. dispensable. Kathy they can be comfortPaterson of the Osable and safe,” she hawa area, whose 86said. “Some men I year-old mother was with don’t need • Miranda Ferrier work in long-term care that much, just somebefore she died this one to visit them or spring, appreciated help with their bankthe PSW assigned to ing, but every little care for her. bit helps.”

Paterson said the McCarl said it can PSW who dressed her mother each day, be difficult to place her homeless seniors helped her eat and noticed even the in the right facility due to lack of documents, a murky picture of their health smallest medical changes, was a life raft concerns and the attitude that there isn’t in a chaotic system. a better life out there to be had.

“She treated my mother with such “A lot of them just accept not feeling care, it was like they were family,” she well or not having enough food,” she said. said. “Sometimes it can be tough to conJust like the families who feel grateful vince them that there is another way.” to those who care for their loved ones, While McCarl’s job isn’t the day-tomany PSWs become attached to those day physical care of seniors’ needs. She they serve.

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doesn’t bathe them, she doesn’t have to feed them and she wouldn’t know how to treat their physical ailments.

That doesn’t make her work any less important.

The work she does makes sure they end up in the types of facilities that will care for their physical and mental well being, so despite the crushing paperwork and long wait times, she feels satisfied in her career.

But, concern that PSWs are not regulated or certified, coupled with media reports of infractions — a North Bay PSW, for example, was sentenced to house arrest this year for stealing an elderly resident’s credit card — have led to calls for the profession to go through an accountability overhaul.

For the organizations working on behalf of PSWs, that means an Ontariowide PSW registry, uniform curriculum and clear-cut standards of practice.

In the chaotic life of a PSW, time, wages, resources, training, support and respect are often in short supply. Without education standards, some new hires end up at a loss when they’re thrust into reallife situations — jeopardizing the care of fragile residents they oversee. “ ... when I got out there working, then I realized there’s some things I don’t know,” said Jen, who has been on the job for a year and completed a six-month adult-education course offered through a school board. “We didn’t spend much time on the proper terminology for certain illnesses or anything that can go wrong with the body. Even the CPR first aid course, I find myself having to go back and reread my book over again.

Because I find myself in some situations where it’s like, ‘oh my God, it went too fast and now I don’t remember what to do in this situation.’”

With files from Jennifer McIntosh

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