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Appealed Province joins ratepayers in appealing M-B zoning bylaw JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

LET THERE BE LIGHT With new Arnprior Mayor David Reid and a large crowd on hand Friday, Arnprior District Memorial Hospital turned on its tree of lights. The annual event is a major fundraiser for the ADMH foundation. It was one of many Christmas events held in the area last week.

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IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK LIKE CHRISTMAS On the heels of a successful performance of the Messiah Sunday before a sold-out audience in Arnprior, the Arnprior Community Choir, celebrating its 20th anniversary, will present its Sing Noel Christmas concert this Sunday, Dec. 12 at 2 p.m. in Glad Tidings Church.

Another Christmas tradition planned for this weekend is the Arnprior Humane Society’s pet pics with Santa, which runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday at the Arnprior Mall.

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The province doesn’t like McNab-Braeside’s new comprehensive zoning bylaw.

The bylaw, passed by council Nov. 2, is in limbo after six appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) were filed against it by the Dec. 1 deadline, including one by the provincial ministry of municipal affairs and housing.

The provincial appeal is highly unusual, with local municipal officials unable to remember another such an appeal against a municipal bylaw in recent times. Township CAO Noreen Mellema explained there are also five ratepayers who have appealed the bylaw to the OMB. See OFFICIAL PLAN Page 7

Seniors housing needed JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

Major renovations at Arnprior District Memorial Hospital are on target to be completed this April.

A family health team approved for Arnprior should be in place by August, helping address the shortage of doctors

in this area. With those major initiatives well underway, local health care officials are turning their attention to the need to reduce the long wait list for Grove Nursing Home beds and provide more seniors accommodation options in Arnprior and area.

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Arnprior resident Glen Hyland is upset because ‘Tanks 4 nothing’ has been spray-painted across the Arnprior Legion’s armoured personnel carrier. After stewing about it for a couple of days, he wrote a letter expressing his concerns (see Page 8). His discovery has sparked outrage among local military supporters.

Legion tank graffiti decried DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@metroland.com

For the second time in about as many weeks, someone has sprayed graffiti on Arnprior Legion Branch 174’s newly installed armoured personnel carrier (APC).

The first time it was a peace symbol.

The latest has “Tanks 4 nothing” written across the side facing Daniel Street: As of Tuesday, OPP had yet to receive a complaint and it won’t open an investigation until one is made. However, that didn’t stop Staff Sgt. Mike Forster from

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adding his opinion. “That’s disgusting,” he said.

Coun. Dan Lynch, a veteran, hadn’t heard of the incident until contacted by the Chronicle-Guide. After seeing it for himself, he had similar sentiments.

“I think it’s an insult,” he said. “Whoever did this just doesn’t understand the ramifications (on Legion members).

They’re just being dumb.”

Lynch said the executive will decide if it wants to let the issue die down or contact OPP. The APC carried peacekeeping troops in Cypress and Germany.

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The new Arnprior council under Mayor David Reid approved some “drastic” solutions to the water billing fiasco that plagued the outgoing council, but two major issues remain outstanding.

And no council members expect the matter to evaporate entirely.

“There is no perfect solution to this,” Reid said at Monday’s council meeting, prior to turning the matter over to Reeve Walter Stack who read from a prepared motion.

“We’ll error on the side of homeowners. While not a perfect solution, it is the best solution.”

Other than the absent Mark Willmer, all councillors agreed ratepayers with new meters will: • see bills before July 28 equal or fall below the average consumption for 18 months prior to the new meters being installed;

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• see bills after July 28 based on new – more sensitive - meter readings; • those with leaks have until Jan. 31, 2011 to correct and tell the town, after receiving written notification; • have no penalties or interest to pay on bills before July 31, 2010 if paid before June 30, 2011; • if among those with no history of water bills, will pay (at most) the average of all ratepayers.

However, council will decide on another day whether billing should move from the quarterly basis to a monthly or bi-monthly. Reid, along with councillors Ted Strike and Dan Lynch, wants staff to figure out the additional cost of sending bills out more frequently.

The same people said no to Stack’s proposal.

That motion said: “In the anticipation of considerable increases to water and waste water charges to the consumer base there will be no increases to these charges in the 2011 budget.”

The Dec. 1 swearing-in of Arnprior council and the mayor’s inaugural speech also included Arnprior council’s first photo. Together, front row from left, are councillors Ted Strike, Lyle Anderson, Lynn Grinstead, and Dan Lynch. In the back row, from left, is Coun. Mark Willmer, Mayor David Reid, and Reeve Walter Stack.

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Arnprior council committees formed tee; Lynch on the senior games committee; and Anderson on the strategic plan ad hoc committee.

The committee system is likely to be replaced with another system in a few months. Current councillors keep the positions they held previously with various organizations.

PUBLIC QUESTIONS Beginning at the new council’s first meeting, the public is now invited to address council directly at the end of each session.

Former council candidate Joe Zarb took the opportunity to ask if council is interested in sending tax bills out electronically. Grinstead said she would like to see both the water bills and tax bills done that way.

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Committee positions for the new Arnprior council have been set.

New councillors on various committees include Mayor David Reid and Councillors Ted Strike and Dan Lynch on the committee that negotiates wages with staff; Coun. Lynn Grinstead takes over at the library; Lynch is at the committee of adjustment; on the airport commission are Strike and Coun. Lyle Anderson; the municipal liaison committee includes Reid and all councillors.

On special committees and board are: Grinstead on the accessibility advisory committee; Strike on the archives board; Lynch, Strike and Coun. Mark Willmer on the awards committee; Anderson on the Canada Day committee; Grinstead on the Communities in Bloom; Grinstead on the community policing advisory committee and employee relations ad hoc commit-

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In her inaugural address Dec. 1, reelected McNab-Braeside Mayor Mary Campbell reiterated her commitment to the township’s survival as a sustainable, independent rural entity.

The new council will have to be proactive in promoting the township’s economic, cultural and environmental strengths, while protecting its traditional values and environment, she said. Citizen participation will play an integral role in those efforts, she added.

Campbell, returning councillor Brad McIlquham, and newcomers Deputy Mayor Christine Blimkie and Councillors Aldene Styles and Robert Campbell were sworn into office by township CAO Noreen Mellema, as about 25 family and friends watched.

Among those in attendance were Greater Madawaska Reeve Peter Emon and Horton Mayor Don Eady.

Rev. Dr. Richard Hollingsworth gave the opening prayer, asking council be helped in its efforts to keep the township beautiful and prosperous.

In her address, Campbell promised to incorporate new ways to encourage citizen participation in council decisionmaking. “Please know that I will not rest until the structures and practices are in place that give the people of McNab-Brae-

side the opportunity for full reign over their municipal government as regular and ongoing participants in the decisions facing us as a community,” she said.

She pointed out that the Vision 2027 exercise “taught us that as a municipality we do have common goals that bind us” and they go beyond neighbourhood loyalties and family background.

“Our rural lifestyle and lower cost of living is intrinsically tied to our natural environment, and as a people we are committed to protecting that natural heritage in terms of clean air and water, agricultural activity, recreation and wildlife preserves,” said the mayor. Council will have to make an extra effort to understand the new science now associated with that protection, she added.

“We are passionate about protecting our rural lifestyle and sense of community,” said Campbell. “And finally, we recognize the richness of our heritage and believe in promoting and sharing those roots with others who share our values.”

She maintained the province has made it clear municipalities have to be sustainable, contributing members of society.

McNab-Braeside’s future as an independent rural community “requires that we provide evidence to the province of our economic, social, cultural and environmental sustainability,” she said.

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The provincial Ministry of Transportation has determined that a traffic light is not warranted at the Highway 17-Calabogie Road intersection.

However, McNab-Braeside Mayor Mary Campbell isn’t giving up the fight. While the first answer was no, she promised she would continue to argue for a light. “I’ve just got started,” she added, saying she has raised the matter again with County public works director Dave Darch.

Back in September, McNabBraeside Deputy Mayor Elmer Raycroft urged the Renfrew County operations committee to support efforts to have the MTO erect a light at the corner.

At its November meeting, County council received an MTO report agreeing that up to three more lights are needed on Highway 17 in the Pembroke-Petawawa area, but not one at Calabogie Road. McNab-Braeside council has argued that increased highway traffic volume, especially on Friday and Sunday afternoons in the summer, is making it difficult without a light for people to enter the highway from both sides of the intersection. Some drivers have reported waiting up to 15 minutes to cross in peak traffic times.

There were also a couple of major collisions at the intersection last summer.

Redman day in works Arnprior Coun. Dan Lynch has proposed the creation of a Redman Day in honour of the football team’s recent provincial title win.

Others on council want the day to reflect all teams that have won major championships past and present. A decision on which day to hold the ceremony will be decided at an upcoming council meeting.

Housing input wanted Continued from front A delegation including ADMH CEO Eric Hanna filled in McNabBraeside council on its plans Tuesday, seeking input on the needs of seniors in the township.

It is one of a series of sessions being held with municipal and agency representatives to gauge interest in a dual initiative to provide assisted living services and affordable housing in the community and add 35 long-term-care beds in a re-development of the Grove.

For more on the plans, see the story on Page 7.

Arnprior approves doctor funds

Arnprior Council agreed Monday to give $3,500 to the physician recruitment committee jointly run by Arnprior District Memorial Hospital and the local municipalities.

The money, together with similar contributions from ADMH and the Township of McNab-Braeside, will go to-

ward travel expenses of doctors considering a move here and a recruitment show in Ottawa.

The committee invites doctors and medical students to the area in an effort to sell them on the desirability of setting up a practice in Arnprior.

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Several options considered to address seniors housing needs JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

Hanna said the Grove/ADMH is also considering two types of assisted living.

One would provide community-based services to people in their own homes out of a central location, such as the Grove. Regular service visits could be made, as well as response to a panic button activated when needed.

However, clients would have to live within 15 minutes of the Grove to make the response feasible, he said.

That would include the majority of people in the Grove’s catchment area, but would rule out residents in some areas of McNab-Braeside and West Carleton.

The other option is to provide affordable housing for low income seniors. One possibility is to turn some of the Grove’s smaller rooms that have to be brought up to standard into assisted living apartments.

“All we’re trying to do is get the right person into the right spot and the right time,” Hanna said.

It certainly is more efficient to find spaces for seniors blocking hospital beds, he noted.

Official plan, zoning bylaw clash: province Continued from front The ministry is complaining the bylaw does not conform to the township’s official plan approved last year. It is also arguing the bylaw contravenes the provincial policy statement and is not conducive to good land use planning.

It is expected the ministry’s beef with the bylaw involves its basing Environmental Protection (EP) boundaries on outdated mapping.

Council, on a 4-1 vote, decided to revert to the previous EP zone boundaries after hearing several complaints about the new mapping.

Ironically, most of the ratepayer appeals involve concerns about the large size of the Environmental Protection zone.

Mellema said the residents suggest the

in assisted living initiatives with a project in Eganville and a second seniors housing complex in the works for Arnprior.

Hanna said the next step for the Grove/ ADMH initiative, if the response is positive, is to submit a proposal for 10 community-based assisted living units to remove appropriate individuals from the longterm-care waiting list.

The long-term goal would be to re-develop the Grove Nursing Home, increasing the bed count from 61 to 96.

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mapping doesn’t properly outline the wetlands and water courses, thereby unfairly limiting development on their properties.

One ratepayer is appealing the minimum lot size regulation in an effort to sever a lot not allowed under the bylaw, she said.

The appeals put the comprehensive zoning bylaw on hold. The previous bylaw is back in place for now, pending the OMB decisions.

The township has to submit the appeals to the OMB by Dec. 15. Then a hearing date, likely in late winter or spring, will be set. If the OMB dismisses the appeals, the bylaw will go back in force. If it doesn’t, there will likely be an order to have the bylaw modified.

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A mix of more long-term-care beds and affordable assisted housing is needed to address the shortage of seniors accommodation in the Arnprior area.

That was the message shared with McNab-Braeside council Tuesday by a three-person delegation from the Grove Nursing Home.

Eric Hanna, chief executive officer of Arnprior District Memorial Hospital and the Grove, explained the findings of a report detailing some of the needs and options to increase seniors accommodations in the area.

Hanna was accompanied by ADMH board vice-chairman Jay Johnston, a McNab-Braeside resident, and Kerri Choffe, a Masters student who worked on the report.

Hanna said they are seeking input from area councils and agencies in an effort to determine if they are on the right track in promoting a mixed approach to addressing the housing needs of seniors in the area, including a re-development of the Grove Nursing Home.

“We want to know if you feel this makes sense,” he said. “Maybe’s there are other providers we don’t know about. We want to ensure we get it right if we are to provide this type of service.”

Hanna explained that with the renovations at the hospital almost complete and the approval of a family health team for Arnprior expected to help address the doctor shortage, attention has turned to the need for more seniors accommodations.

“That is the next gap ... in care,” he said.

He pointed out that the wait list for a bed at the Grove averages 67 days for people already in care and can be as long as a year for others. Some people give up and go to other communities, while others get on the waiting list before they should, he said.

Hanna said an estimated 20.4 per cent increase in this area’s over-64 population in the next 20 years will add to the problem, as does the high number of local seniors living alone.

While the Grove’s bed count should be increased, more long-term care beds are not the only solution to the seniors hous-

ing problems, Hanna emphasized.

“We need more long-term-care beds, but not only long-term-care beds,” he said.

“We need both (long-term-care beds and assisted housing places).”

He noted three of the Grove’s residents could be living in a community setting instead of a long-term-care home, as well as 19 per cent of those on the Grove’s waiting list. “But there isn’t the housing available,” he said.

People shouldn’t be staying at home as long as possible, said Hanna, adding they should be spending about two years, not four or more in a long-term-care home.

However, enlarging the Grove from 61 to 96 beds makes sense because of the long waiting list for long-term-care beds and the blocking up of expensive hospital beds with patients that could be accommodated in the Grove, he said.

The Grove’s bed count could be increased without adding much in the way of staff and maintenance costs, he said.

“It’s a matter of economy of scale.”

As a Class B facility that needs upgrading, provincial dollars should be available to help with the project, he noted.

Choffe pointed out that the Local Health Integrated Network (LHIN) financial contribution for someone in assisted living is $5,700 for 13 weeks, compared to $7,700 for long-term-care and $28,000 for hospital care.

McNab-Braeside Mayor Mary Campbell noted McNab-Braeside is a split township, with some residents leaning toward the Grove and others to Bonnechere Manor.

And many township seniors don’t want to go to town to live at all, but want accommodations in the rural area, she added.

Campbell pointed out there are private facilities available that provide assisted living services, but agreed that sometimes affordability is an issue.

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EDITORIAL

LETTER

Lay off ... for now

Graffiti attack on tank cowardly

The new municipal councils and school boards officially taking office in the past week have their work cut out for them.

While our elected officials, especially the newcomers, take office with a great deal of excitement and enthusiasm, there are many challenges facing them.

It’s not easy being a municipal councillor or school board trustee these days.

It’s a much more complicated role than it used to be.

So go easy on them ... at least for a few weeks until they get acclimatized and prepped by their staffs.

There will be plenty of time to get on their cases once they start making major decisions.

For now, with the glow of the Christmas season in the air, it’s time to wish them the best of luck in their next four years.

They are going to need it.

To the editor: I am in complete shock after driving by the Arnprior Legion today.

I am not sure of how long the ‘graffiti’ has been on the tank out front. I witnessed it today (Dec. 6).

“Tanks 4 Nuttin” sprayed on with a spray can.

I cannot even begin to say what I want to. I am sure I will offend someone or some ‘anti-war’ group.

Suffice to say, the only thing I believe should happen is for our police force and townspeople to work overtime to apprehend the cowards.

Drop them off in Afghanistan for a year.

They will surely be ‘Tankful’ for the freedom they live each day.

Glen Hyland Arnprior

Honesty appreciated To the editor: So nice knowing there are good honest people still left, especially at this time a year.

As we all know, money can be tight at Christmas.

I just want to send out thanks to the good Samaritan who returned my wallet untouched at No Frill’s in Arnprior on Dec. 7.

I will be forever grateful.

Jennifer Power Arnprior

Editorial Policy The Chronicle-Guide welcomes letters to the editor. Senders must include their full name, complete address and a contact phone number. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published. We reserve the right to edit letters for space and content, both in print and online at www.yourottawaregion. com. To submit a letter to the editor, please email to john.carter@metroland.com, fax to 613-623-7518 or mail to Arnprior Chronicle-Guide, 8 McGonigal St., Arnprior, ON K7S 1L8.

Don’t destroy the Valley’s rail line

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MP should show greater respect for the law To the editor: Recently, questions were raised in the House of Commons in the context of Cheryl Gallant’s negative view of Canada’s legal system, in particular the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

The questions were based on comments found on her website, where she describes the Charter as “… the deeply flawed Trudeau Charter of Rights that limits our ability to obtain judicial recourse …”

Cheryl Gallant disrespectfully dubs the Charter of Rights and Freedoms the “Trudeau Charter of Rights,” purposefully dropping the all-important words “and Freedoms.”

The reference to Trudeau is, for whatever reason, a childish attempt to score a cheap, partisan point. This is typical of an extremely cynical approach and frustrating for all those

To the editor: Pick up a dictionary and look up the definition of dumb.

Chances are it will read something like this, “lacking intelligence or good judgement, stupid, moronic.”

I can think no better word in the English language then dumb to attach to the imminent de-

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who would like to see dignity and seriousness returned to political representation.

But apart from characteristic cynicism, this is a highly unusual statement coming from a Member of Parliament. The Charter of Rights and Freedoms is at the core of the Canadian Constitution, which is the supreme law in Canada; it governs all aspects of political and legal life in the country. Nothing in our system is above it.

The Charter is founded on two central principles — the “supremacy of God” and “the rule of law.”

Which of these principles, or what other aspect of the Charter, does Cheryl Gallant find “deeply flawed?”

Stranger still is Cheryl Gallant’s belief that the Charter “limits our ability to obtain judicial recourse.”

This complaint goes far beyond the

struction of the Ottawa Valley Railway.

I cannot fathom another example of such a shortsighted thinking as to allow this vital rail link to be destroyed.

Rail transportation is the future to move people and materials efficiently, economically and in an environmentally-friendly

criticism that it is somehow “flawed.”

She is suggesting that the single most important legislation in Canada is obstructing justice.

As an MP, Cheryl Gallant’s position in the political system rests, ultimately, on the Charter and Constitution she so flippantly criticizes.

Does she struggle with her conscience when asked to respect the law, which we are all compelled to follow?

Does she have an alternative? Does she place herself above the Constitution?

All nitpicking some will suggest.

Perhaps. But I think most will quietly agree, and in particular those concerned with law and order, that an MP should show greater respect for the law of the land.

manner. If an operator cannot be currently found, I implore all levels of government to come together and commit to saving this railway.

Buy it if necessary for the salvage value and leave it alone for a decade. If the line is still irrelevant in 10 years, the investment can be recouped for the scrap

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Paul Morris Winnipeg value.

Once this line is gone, it’s gone forever.

In the interests of Renfrew and Lanark counties’ future economic viability, we cannot allow this railway to be destroyed.

Dan Scheuneman Renfrew

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The biker duo of Marty Periard and Linda Betts were a big hit at Communities in Bloom’s third annual ‘Hens and Chicks Night Out’ celebration and fundraiser at the Nick Smith Centre Nov. 26.

Admiring the bike and its riders, from left, are Pam Selkirk, Tanya Mulvihill, Pauline Glofcheskie-Denault and Louise Mulvihill.

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every 3rd Saturday of the month at Audrey’s in Town 132 John St., Arnprior The Big Horns were a big hit at the Hens and Chicks Night out. As well as selling raffle and draw tickets and cleaning up, they performed a choreographed dance routine to Save a Horse, Ride a Cowboy. In front, from left, are Trevor Reid, Matt MacMillan, Matt Mulvihill, Tyler Robertson, Dave Kelly and Jim Anas; and in back Steve Styles, Ryan Marcellus, Scott Coady, Chris Coady, Mike Cavanagh and Jamie Belton.

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To the editor: My hats off to all the ladies who supported Communities in Bloom’s third annual ‘Hens and Chicks Night Out’.

The party just keeps getting better every year.

Of course, the success of this party hinges on the spirted, creative women of this community and the generosity of our local businesses who keep giving donations every year. It really is overwhelming! Thank you so much.

As well, a huge thank you to the ‘Big Horns’. Their hard work is evidenced by the amount of money raised through 50/50 and raffle ticket sales and their dedication to their ‘Art Form’ (thanks to Monica Lyon) that made for a very special night. Giddy-up!

Communities in Bloom special events raises money for things like banners for the bridge (we now have banners for all four seasons), a new path in Robert Simpson Park (a big expenditure, for sure) and new benches and garbage containers for the park.

So, the band is booked for next year and I look forward to No. 4!

Thank you all.

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Julie, Trevor, Drew, Amber and Alex Reid flicked the switch on behalf of the Reid Family. The Reid family were given this task in recognition of the multi generational support of the Reid family to ADMH and the Grove

On Friday, December 3rd the community gathered at ADMH to kick off the Christmas Season with the 11th Annual Lighting of the Christmas Tree.

The music and vocals of Darlene Thibault, Lee Hodgkinson, Ed Ashton and Kyle Felhaver entertained the crowds and truly created a warm Christmas atmosphere.

This event pays tribute to loved ones through the memorial purchase of a light and at the same time supports the Partners in Caring Foundation. This year Partners in Caring set the goal to raise enough money to purchase a pressure relief bed. We exceeded expectations

On behalf of Pakenham & District Civitan Club, Mike Ryan presents John Carkner and Steve Hudson with a cheque.

Matthew Knechtel poses with Santa.

MP Cheryl Gallant and Foundation Board Chair John Carkner.

The crowd enjoys the music and food while board members Hugh Brownlee and Jay Johnson (blue tuque) put their BBQ skills to work. Thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of this event.

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and raised $21,000. This permits us to purchase a pressure relief bed AND another piece of much needed medical equipment! The Partners in Caring Foundation will continue accepting donations for this event until the end of December.

Thank you to all the sponsors, Karen Graham, Phil Krysinski, Josie Leaman, Valley Rent Rite, and especially Steve Holmes.

We were also pleasantly surprised that Santa and one of his elves were able to make the trip from the North Pole, thank you Santa.

Wishing you all a safe and happy holidays!

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BLOOMING GOOD TIME Above, even the angels were having a devilishly good time at the Hens and Chicks Night out at the Nick Smith Centre Nov. 26. Above right, among the chicks enjoying the hen party, from left, are Paula Mulligan, Jenn Theros, Kerry O’Keefe, Krystal Davis, Lori Cavanagh, Amy Rafter and Melissa Walsh.

TOWN OF ARNPRIOR Notice of the Passing of a Bylaw for the Imposition of Development Charges by the Town of Arnprior

Photos by Leslie Osborne

EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 26, 2010 TAKE NOTICE take notice that the Council of the Town of Arnprior passed Development Charges By-law No. 5920-10 on November 26, 2010, as provided for under the Development Charges Act 1997 as amended; AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or organization may appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board under Section 14 of the Act, in respect of the Development Charges Bylaw, by filing with the Clerk of the Town of Arnprior, on or before the 7th day of January, 2011, a Notice of Appeal setting out the objection to the By-law and the reasons supporting the objection.

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10,000 – 15,000 ft2 $0.02 0.02 0.09 0.21 0.54 0.02 0.06 $0.96 $0.01 0.14 0.09 $0.24 $1.20

15,000 – 20,000 ft2 $ 0.01 0.01 0.07 0.15 0.41 0.02 0.04 $0.71 $0.01 0.11 0.07 $0.19 $0.90

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Since the Development Charges By-law applies to all lands located within the Town of Arnprior, a map is not provided.

A copy of the complete By-law is available for examination at the Town of Arnprior offices, 105 Elgin St. West, during regular office hours.

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Fire Services Police Services Water Services Wastewater Services 100% Road Systems Services Eligible Public Works Services – Housing Services Public Works Services - Equipment Total 100% Eligible Services General Government 9% Eligible Recreation Services Services Library Services Total 90% Eligible Services Total Development Charge

Type of Dwelling

Commercial/Industrial Uses – Rates per Square Foot (ft2)

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Sun. - Thurs. 7:30 p.m.

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Singles & Semi Detached & Duplex $ 96.00 78.00 461.30 1,026.70 2,706.00 120.00 276.00 $4,764.00 $ 48.00 714.00 474.00 $1,236.00 $6,000.00

Dated at the Town of Arnprior, this 6th day of December, 2010.

Jacquie Farrow-Lawrence, Town Clerk 105 Elgin Street West, Arnprior, ON K7S 0A8

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THANK YOU to the following sponsors from Arnprior Legion Branch 174. for making our Santa Claus Parade a huge success.

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Four Strong Winds will be guest performers at the Arnprior Community Choir’s annual Christmas concert Dec. 12. The St. Joseph’s High School students making up the most recent version of the quartet, from left, are Christine Helferty, Natalie Walters, Molly Helferty and Bailey Rogers. The original foursome ha released a CD that is available in various locations around the Valley.

Arnprior Choir to ‘Sing Noel’ Dec. 12

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day goodies.

Several songs will feature flute accompaniment by choir member Louise van den Berg. She has been travelling from Manotick to sing with the choir for many years and her talented instrumental playing is an asset to the concert.

With more than 50 members from the Arnprior, Almonte, Renfrew, Pakenham, Kinburn and Manotick, the Arnprior Community Choir is thriving and creating wonderful choral music together.

Sing Noel is an annual tradition in Arnprior and kicks off the Christmas season in town with festive, holiday music.

Tickets can be purchased at the Arnprior Book Shop, from any choir member or at the door for $15 or $10 for children under 12.

Invitation to Child Health Clinics < For families with children newborn to six

years of age. < Health professionals offering information,

consultation and screening related to growth & development, dental health & childhood immunization.

NOTE: No appointments necessary except for Immunization and Dental Screening

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The Four Quarters release Pocket Full of Change The Four Quarters, comprised of singers Catherine Helferty, Rachel Helferty, Sarah McSheffrey and Lindsay Vaive, under the direction of Kevin McSheffrey, have just had their debut CD released in November by Crystal Ball Records.

This CD has been in the works for almost two years.

It is called A Pocket Full of Change, and features 21 songs, all by the Four Quarters, including two original songs written

by Sarah and Kevin McSheffrey.

After attracting the attention of song writer Bruce Hamby and Crystal Ball Records owner Ed Engel on YouTube, the Four Quarters had a single released on an earlier CD last fall, called Doo Wopin Around the World.

The CD has been selling well for Crystal Ball Records, and is currently their

second-best seller this month.

The songs are mostly a mix of doo wop, and 1950s and 1960s-era songs, all in the four-part harmonic style which the group was known for during the years they performed at St. Joseph’s High School in Renfrew and throughout the community.

Some of the tracks include Mr. Sandman, Sounds of Silence, California Dreamin’, Stand by Me, What a Wonderful World, and many others.

The girls have all been a little overwhelmed by the attention and excitement generated by the CD. Initially, the group had 200 CDs for sale, but these have been selling quickly, and they have about 75 left to sell. They can be purchased for $15 at the St. Joseph’s High School office in Renfrew, Barry Breen’s Insurance or by calling Kevin McSheffrey at 613-432-7208.

Home Safety

ARNPRIOR Public Library 21 Madawaska St., 10:00 11:30 a.m.

Thursday, DECEMBER 16, 2010

For more information call: Health Info Line at 613-735-8666 or 1-800-267-1097, Ext. 666 Make sure your smoke alarms work!

Test your smoke alarms at least once a month. Only remove the batteries to replace them.

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The Arnprior Community Choir will introduce some special guest performers when it holds its annual Christmas Concert Sunday, Dec. 12.

Four Strong Winds, an inspiring vocal quartet from St. Joseph High School in Renfrew, will perform at the 2 p.m. concert in Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church.

Under the musical direction of Kevin McSheffrey, the four talented young women of Four Strong Winds will present a program that will fill the church with Christmas cheer.

The Arnprior Community Choir, which is celebrating its 20th musical season, will also perform seasonal and Christmas gospel favourites.

The choir promises a few fun surprises and a wonderful reception featuring holi-

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PARADE FLOAT WINNERS Arnprior Legion Branch 174 hosted a party and handed out plaques to parade winners on Monday night. Among the winners are: first place overall to Calabogie Snowmobile Club; first place service club to Knights of Columbus, runner up Lions Club; first place theme category to Home Hardware, runner up community policing; first place religious to Glad Tidings, runner up West Carleton Christian Assembly; first place community Prior Chest Nuts, runner up Pakenham Curling Club; first place commercial to MR Airframe, runner up Coldwell Banker; first place fantasy to Reid Brothers, runner up PJ’s Restaurant.

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The performance of Handel’s Messiah in Arnprior Sunday was both an artistic and financial success, to the delight of organizers and the more than 700 people who attended.

“It raised more than we expected … and was musically fantastic,” said John Tammadge, chairman of the St. John Chrysostom Catholic Church’s Raise the Roof Committee. “The choralists did a super job, as did the orchestra.”

The concert raised close to $4,000 for the Raise the Roof

The chorus has performed the Messiah before in Renfrew and Almonte, but not for at least six years. And the Arnprior concert was a first for the town and for the collaboration between the two groups.

fund that will provide a muchneeded new roof at St. John’s, he reported.

Louise Mulvihill, who played a major role in organizing the concert, said the collaboration between the Ottawa Chamber Orchestra and the Ottawa Valley Music Festival Chorus, buoyed by several guest singers, proved to be a big hit.

The Messiah concert drew a sold-out crowd from all over the Valley (720 tickets were sold), she said.

With the church packed with concert-goers, about 80 singers in the chorus and 23 orchestra musicians, the atmosphere was marvellous, said Tammadge.

INSTRUMENTAL Tammadge said Mulvihill was instrumental in arranging for the Ottawa Valley Music Festival Chorus to be involved in the concert. Having an Arnprior contact, Nancy Ilman, in the chamber orchestra brought the other major participant into play, he added.

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The chorus numbers were almost doubled for the concert after a large number of guest singers were invited to join in at a workshop several months ago. “It turned out to be a great mix,” said Tammadge.

He said the Raise the Roof campaign, halfway through its four-year plan, has raised nearly $300,000 of the $400,000 needed for the new roof.

The next major fundraiser will be the annual spring fashion show at the church.

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According to the recent Ontario Student Drug Use Survey (2009), use of prescription pain killers has surpassed tobacco use to become one of the top three drugs being used by students in grades 7 to 12.

As a result, the Renfrew County OxyContin Committee is launching the ‘Buzz’ awareness campaign during Drug Awareness Week to highlight the dangers of misusing OxyContin and other prescription pain killers.

OxyContin is a powerful opioid-based prescription painkiller that can be dangerous if used incorrectly. Misuse of OxyContin can lead to addiction and even death. Overdoses related to prescription pain killers has increased 49 per cent between 2002 and 2006.

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Reiche, who didn’t run again, retired from the board as of Nov. 30.

He first came on the Board in the 1991 elections and was a member for nine years before retiring in November 2000. During that period he served as chairman in 1999 and 2000.

After a three-year break, Reiche again joined the board in December 2003. During the past seven years he has chaired the directors review, communications/technology and joint session committees.

He was also board chair in 2004, 2009 and 2010.

In his final address to the board he indicated he had worked with three directors of education, Peter Hiscott, Eleanor Newman and Roger Clarke.

“It has been my pleasure to work with these directors, who have all made significant contributions to our system,” said Reiche.

During the last seven years, the board has closed schools, implemented staggered bells and worked on new construction and restoration projects in Renfrew, Deep River and Petawawa, he said, noting, “we have never backed away from difficult decisions.”

Reiche said he has seen many changes in the board. “When I first started in 1991 there were 15 people on the board. Now we have eight trustees.

In addition, the board now has a student trustee, which has been a nice addition.”

He thanked his colleagues around the board table for their contributions.

“I have enjoyed my time with the Renfrew County District School Board,” said Reiche. “I feel privileged to have been able to work with a dedicated board who is committed to putting the student at the centre of every decision.”

“We are losing a talented leader with Mr. Reiche’s retirement,” said director of education Roger Clarke.

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TOURING ARNPRIOR AEROSPACE Greater Arnprior Chamber of Commerce members toured the Arnprior Aerospace plant Nov. 24 in the latest in a series of visits to area industries. Members were intrigued by the workings of the plant, including the impressive cargo door-making machine, above.

Arnprior Aerospace, which was which was Boeing’s prior to 2005, provides a variety of components for the aerospace and defense markets, employing an number of skilled workers. The Arnprior plant recently announced it is adding more workers, in contrast to nearby Haley Industries, which has had to lay off about 30 workers. Like the Pillar5 Pharma plant did when it was dropped by Pfizer, Arnprior Aerospace has proactively expanded its customer base and product offerings under its new management. The chamber is not arranging a plant tour in December, but is holding its annual meeting and Christmas social this evening (Thursday) at the Co-Operators office. Photo by Leslie Osborne

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IN FINE VOICE FOR A DEC. 15 CONCERT The Arnprior District High School music department’s choir, Red Velvet, will be performing along with the school’s concert, jazz and stage bands at a Christmas concert Wednesday, Dec. 15. The concert will be held at 7 p.m. in the McEwan gymnasium. Tickets cost $5 for adults, $2 for students. Practicing for the concert are some of the Red Velvet members, from left, Jackson DeAbreu, Nick Giambianco, Dan Palubiskie, guitarist Curtis McGrath, Alyssa Brown, Mikki Gardiner, Maria Pecora and Mariah Fridgen. Photo by John Carter

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Arnprior District High School teacher Ryan McKenna has been honoured for educating students about the horrors of the Holocaust.

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Arnprior District High School teacher Ryan McKenna has been given the Arie Van Mansum Award for his efforts to educate students about the Holocaust.

The award is given annually to an area high school teacher who promotes Holocaust awareness.

McKenna was nominated for the award by David and Rose Shentow of Ottawa.

David Shentow is a holocaust survivor who has been speaking with ADHS students for eight years.

In that time he has talked to more than 1,000 students about the horrors of the Holocaust that took the lives of six million Jews during the Second World War. McKenna, who said it is a privilege and honour to receive the award, hopes students take a good life lesson from his class that good people shouldn’t have bad things done to them. In his class, he teaches that the Holocaust was a tragedy for Jews and all humans.

Van Mansum, who passed away in Ottawa in 1999, saved the lives of many Jews living in the Netherlands during the Second World War. The awards night in which McKenna and St. Luke Catholic School’s Wendy Alexis received the Van Mansum award was held at the Shankman Arts Centre in Ottawa. There was a sold-out crowd for the evening’s festivities.

During the evening, the Raanana Symphonnete Orchestra of Israel played with one of the instruments a violin that was played at the Auschwitz concentration camp.

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Local racers excel in motocross circuit Successful season for Burnettes, Kopetoskes Arnprior motocross racers Collin Kopetoske and Mallory and Tyler Burnette, along with ATV racer Lauren Kopetoske, finished their race season with great success.

They competed within the Maguire Motocross Racing Series (MMRS) circuit.

This includes three series in the spring summer and fall.

Points are accumulated at every race by means of transponders, an electric method that tracks each rider’s lap times and position.

MMRSS consist of six tracks: Cochranes, Mutton and Rocky Ridge between Brighton and Graphton, Madoc, Thunder Mud (Lindsay) and Harrowsmith (near Kingston).

Both families have competed in over a dozen

events over the course of the season that runs from May through October Collin Kopetoske (#14 Suzuki RM85) finished second overall in the interprovincial Championship (80B Class) with 265 points and second overall in the Royal Distributing Series with 139 points.

Lauren Kopeteske (#10 DRR 90) finished first overall in the interprovincial Championship ATV beginner class with 358 points and second overall in the MMRS Royal Distributing Series with 136 points.

Mallory Burnette (#19 Yamaha YZ85) finished first overall in the interprovincial Championship Ladies 80B class with 316 points and also third overall in the MMRS Royal Distributing Series with 150 points.

Tyler Burnette (#14

Yamaha YZ85 & KTM 65) finished second overall in the 60A class) with 299 points and fourth overall ( 80B Class) with 187 points in the Interprovincial Championships and first overall (60B Class) with 195 points and fourth overall in the MMRS Royal Distributing Series.

Collin, Lauren, Mallory and Tyler thank the following for their support over the season: Tangle Ridge Racing, Thompson Motorsports Park, Center Town Motorsports of Renfrew, Valley Roots Racing , Arnprior Sportland, Kohlman’s Wheelsport of Orleans, Benson’s Automotive of Arnprior and ART Suspension.

For more information about the MMRS or for track rider’s results and events, go to www.mmrs. ca.

Mallory Burnette flies above the track at a summer event.

ATV racer Lauren Kopetoske finished first overall in the interprovincial Championship ATV beginner class with 358 points and second overall in the MMRS Royal Distributing Series with 136 points.

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The riders gather for a group photo with their assembled hardware. For more information about the Maguire Motocross Racing Series or for track rider’s results and events, go to www.mmrs.ca.

The Maguire Motocross Racing Series (MMRS) circuit includes three series in the spring summer and fall.

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Arnprior Packer Taylor Collins (24) squeezes Renfrew Timberwolf Steven Powell (10) from harm’s way off the side of goaltender Matt Gagne’s goal crease in Renfrew last Friday.

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Arnprior Packers split a pair of weekend road encounters to maintain a healthy second-place standing in the Valley Division of the Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League.

The Packers jumped out to a 2-0 lead before the game was six minutes old, and Mike Gagne outplayed Renfrew veteran Mike Rosebrook between the pipes in a solid 5-1 win over the Timberwolves at Renfrew’s Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre last Friday night.

Colin Bradbury led Arnprior with the club’s first and last goals. In-between, Matt Crozier, Casey Doner and Stephen Baylis found the mark.

Team-captain Ryan Eady added three assists for Arnprior. Eady’s father, Walker, is a former Renfrew Timberwolf.

Only Tyler Charbonneau separated Gagne from a possible shutout when he connected 13:06 into the game.

The Packers, who outshot Renfrew 43-35, also struck three goalposts during the game.

Leading 2-1 midway through the second period, Doner took a Braedon Moffatt feed, and

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after hitting the post, got the puck behind Rosebrook for a crucial shorthanded marker.

Arnprior added two more goals in the final stanza. Bradbury notched the game’s only power-play tally as the Packers pulled away.

The triumph gives Arnprior two wins and a tie versus Renfrew in the first three meetings this season of the two long-time Valley Division rivals.

ROYALS 2 PACKERS 1 The Packers fell 2-1 to a stubborn Stittsville Royals team Sunday afternoon.

Marc Vacher scored Arnprior’s lone tally on a power-

play 12:41 into the third period, moments after former Packer captain David Nelson had given the Royals a 2-0 lead. Joel Bush had a first-period Stittsville marker.

Josh Cooper made 33 saves in the win while Matt Gagne handled 25 of 27 Stittsville shots.

Packers coach and general manager Bill Griese feels things are tightening up somewhat in the Valley Division.

“Everybody’s improving,” he noted. “Look at Stittsville.

They beat Perth Friday and us (Sunday). If you don’t show up ready to play and get some bounces, you’re not going to win.

“I was happy with the way we played in our two weekend games.”

Griese got an early exit in Sunday afternoon’s game as did the Packers top scorer Taylor Collins. Collins, who has 20 goals and 13 assists so far this year, was given a two-minute boarding penalty late in the second period, but when the Stittsville trainer attended to the Royals player, referee Todd Ogilby ruled that the presence of the trainer automatically meant Collins would be assessed a major penalty and subsequent game misconduct.

The Packers have this Friday night off, but travel to Almonte Saturday for a 7:30 p.m. clash with the Thunder.

On Sunday, the Packers return home to take on the Metcalfe Jets of the Metro Division at the Nick Smith Centre for their first home game in a couple of weeks. Game time is 7:30 p.m.

At 14-9-and-2, Arnprior continues to hang close to the Perth Blue Wings, trailing the Valley Division leaders by three points. The Packers are six points better than the third-seed Almonte Thunder, who were blasted 8-3 by Metro-leading Clarence Creek Beavers Sunday.

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Please find me a home Each week we feature animals from the Arnprior and District Humane Society that are up for adoption.

Valley Peewee Thunder earn silver The Girls Ottawa Valley Pee Wee Thunder Hockey Team had another successful weekend at the Gloucester–Cumberland “Kickin Ice in the Capital” hockey tournament.

A solid team effort during three days and five games of hockey resulted in the Pee Wee Thunder qualifying to play in the championship game against the home team, the Gloucester Stars.

The Thunder played a sound game against the

Stars, keeping the pressure on their opponent throughout the match.

If shots and scoring chances counted, the Thunder could have come out on top.

In the end, the Pee Wee Thunder skated away with the silver medal. Well done!

Team members are from across Renfrew County and include Courtney Cape and Georgia DeAbreu from Arnprior; Summer Norlock and Natasha

Luchovitch from Barry’s Bay; Sophie Dickson, Sydney Groves, Hope Lavallee, and Kirstin Regier from Beachburg; Jenna Hedden from Lapasse; Morgan Coulas of Cobden; Morgan McGrath from Douglas; Autumn Ogilvie and Melanie Sweet of Petawawa; and Bailey Hennessy and Rachel Recoskie from Round Lake.

Thunder coaching staff includes Brad Sweet, Jack Lavallee and Len McGrath.

# 3838 Phoebe Phoebe was left in a box at the shelter door one morning in September. This best friend

Pet Pics with Santa is Dec. 11 and 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Arnprior Mall.

The shelter is collecting UPC codes from all bags of Whiskas dry cat food until the end of December 2010.

You can call the Arnprior and District Humane Society at 613-623-0916 between noon and 5 p.m Monday to Saturday or visit www.arnpriorhumanesociety.ca

Nursing: a vocation that can change the world around you hospital stay attuned to patients’ needs, they are busy changing the world around them.

Nicolas Ruszkowski VP, Communications Ottawa Hospital Ottawa, November 30, 2010 I spent much of my youth in rural France, surrounded by friends and neighbours whose parents were often obsessed with perpetuating traditional, often stereotypical, roles for men and women.

The Upper Ottawa Valley Aces 2009-10 Minor Midget hockey team, which features several Arnprior area players, has finally received its well-deserved league and playoff championship banners from last season. The banners were presented to team members and coaching staff on hand immediately after a game at the Cobden Astrolabe Arena Saturday. On hand for the presentation, from left, are assistant coach Mike Bradbury, Dylan Godin, Anthony Smith, Nathan Homuth, Luke Magnan, Colin Bradbury, Kyle Knox, Jordan Laronde, Michael Minns, Will Guthrie, assistant coach Dan Crozier and head coach Daryl Faught. Missing are Mitchell Crozier, Scott Conroy, Brady Bimm, Ben Stewart, Patrick Dick and Danick Boisvert. The team had a year to remember as along with their league and playoff successes, they were the number-one ranked AA team in Ontario for the entire season.

kitten who likes to play. Phoebe is gentle and she gets along well with other cats. Please consider giving this sweet kitten a home for Christmas.

Supplies the shelter needs are: non-clumping cat litter, liquid laundry soap, paper towels and bleach.

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It was not uncommon to hear “men have careers, and women have jobs, until they find a man who has a career.”

That’s why I was inspired by women whose attitude said “to hell with tradition, I have a vocation, and I will turn it into a life-long career”.

As it happens, I married one. My wife Amy is managing an impressive career in Canada’s public service. Through her, I’ve built family ties with two other women, my mother-in -law and my sister-inlaw, who have a different vocation.

Linda and Sarah are nurses. They defy old stereotypes. In addition to caring for patients on their wards, facilitating the work of doctors and other health professionals, and enabling the

Linda moved from nursing, to educating nurses, to designing programs to educate nurses, to helping schools design programs to educate nurses. She did this while raising two daughters, making a home with her husband and anchoring the family life of her 5 siblings. As if that wasn’t enough, she’s spent her retirement sitting on boards, seeing to the quality of health services.

This level of commitment – though exceptional – is not entirely unusual for nurses. Three weeks ago, led

by Chief Nursing Executive, Dr. Ginette Rodger, close to 400 nurses from The Ottawa Hospital celebrated a major career milestone achieved in 2010.

Some completed a Master’s Degree. Some moved from a Registered Practical Nurse to a Registered Nurse role (with the additional clinical responsibilities that this entails). Others presented research to healthcare conferences in Canada and abroad. Still more obtained recognition from peers and patients for their compassionate care.

All have one thing in common. They make the hospital a better place.

The next time a doctor cures you thanks to their skills, technique, or technology, take a look around.

Chances are more than a few nurses made your experience possible along the way.

Nicolas Ruszkowski is VP Communications and Outreach at The Ottawa Hospital. Each week, he will share behind-the-scenes insight from the hospital.

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# 3799 Tia This week’s column features two best friends.

First up is seven-month-old Tia, who was found in August on the Macnamara nature trail in Arnprior. She was badly injured with a broken leg and tail. After much TLC she has now healed, been spayed and needs a loving home.

Tia has lots of personality - she is a sweet and affectionate little girl. She is a curious, playful and social kitten who loves everyone she meets.

Tia gets along great with other cats, including best friend Phoebe. She will need to be kept as an indoor only cat.

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BRAESIDE PASTORAL CHARGE The Rev’d Dr. Richard Hollingsworth

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Family Candlelight Service, December 24th 7:00 pm

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We extend to parishioners and to all our friends and neighbors prayerful greetings and a Merry Christmas!

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USED HOLIDAY SALE

Rent increase guideline for 2011 lowest in 35 years Ontario’s rent increase guideline for 2011 will be 0.7 per cent, the lowest in the 35-year history of rent regulation in Ontario.

The rent increase guideline is the maximum amount by which a landlord can increase the rent of most sitting tenants without seeking the approval of the Landlord and Tenant Board.

The 2011 guideline applies to rent in-

creases that occur between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2011. The calculation is based on the Ontario Consumer Price Index, a measure of inflation that is calculated by Statistics Canada.

The 2010 guideline is 2.1 per cent.

Landlords argue that the low rate is unfair because many of them have taken the brunt of the new HST costs on home heating and other utilities.

FOR SALE Sun. Dec. 12, 1-4 p.m.

22 Foxtail Cres., ARNPRIOR 613-223-9288

For more information on these and other listings, please check out the regular real estate ads in this edition.

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RE/MAX METRO-CITY John Roberts Broker REALTY LTD., brokerage 613- 596-5353 or 613-832-0902 2255 Carling Avenue Ottawa, ON K2B 7Z5 www.johnwroberts.com

McEwan H O M E S

Brand New Home! 88 Creek Dr., Fitzroy Harbour backing on the Carp River! Beautiful 3 bedroom bungalow, scenic backyard river views, brick front, extra-large insulated 2 car garage with opener, western red cedar decks, open concept layout, stunning granite kitchen, hardwood & ceramic floors, 3 pce ensuite with oversized shower, main floor laundry & lots of potential in unfinished basement! Comes with Tarion New Home Warranty! $399,900

New Listing!! 5541 Ferry Road, Fitzroy Attractive & extremely spacious 3 bedrm split level home, big 2 car garage, private 1 acre treed lot, circular driveway, new septic 2009, huge country kitchen, L-shaped livrm & dinrm, walkout lower level famrm with new woodsove 2009, laundry on bedrm level, den next to famrm, includes 5 appliances, central vac, shed, garage door openers! $249,900

$5,000 closing bonus! 3593 Diamondview Rd, Rural Kinburn Sensational country views & sunsets only 20 minutes from Kanata, settle down in this well maintained & spacious, 3 bedrms, 2 baths, 2 wood fireplaces, hardwood & tile flring, newer carpeting in bedrms, massive famrm, 24’ x 10’ deck, 2 car garage, roof done. Easy access to 417, March Road and Carp Road $249,900 Handyman Special!!

1242 Bayview Drive, Constance Bay 354 Incredible value! 3 bedroom all year round home on Buckhams Bay would be a great place to live or have as a vacation property!!

Hardwood floors, large kitchen, fireplace, main flr famrm, full walkout basement, 2nd flr laundry, 1.5 baths, central air. Roof shingles 2006! Sand beach & sunsets. New price $349,900

Commercial Lot for Sale! 116 Willand Lane, Constance Bay Business owners or entrepreneurs check out this prime 1 acre commercial lot at the entrance of a desirable Ottawa Riverfront community in the city of Ottawa. Accessory dwelling allowed. Call about permitted uses. Easy excavating for foundation with little rock & natural gas available. List price $99,900

Christmas Bonus Limited Time Offer Own your own Home with our 2 year Rent to Own Plan

The Buckingham Model Inside Unit $1,200/Month Plus Utilities 5 Appliances Included Rent for 2 years and receive $425/month back towards your purchase price For Details Call (613) 623-6589

SOLD! 354 Bayview Drive, Constance Bay Convenient one level living in this charming cedar 2 bedrm bungalow with den only 20 mins from Kanata, a stone’s throw away from Constance Bay’s prime beach & a short walk to nature trails. Open concept kitchen, dining & living rm, beautiful cultured stone Napoleon fireplace, huge fenced yard, patio door off master to second deck, riverview. List price $199,900

Visit www.johnwroberts.com to see more pictures and full details of all my listings!!

No Down Payment Requirement!

Visit our Office/Model, corner of Stonehaven Way and Baskin Drive Monday - Friday 8am - 4:00pm, Saturday & Sunday 11am - 4pm e-mail: alyssa@mcewanhomes.com 429556

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www.coldwellbankervalleywide.ca 92 VANCOURTLAND ST.

9 LANDRIGAN ST.

613-623-7303

513 PINEWOOD CIRCLE WHITE LAKE

CALABOGIE

848 RAGLAN ST. RENFREW NEW LISTING

Cliff & Susan Judd Sales Representatives 613-868-2659

Cheryl Richardson-Burnie Broker 613-623-9222

Donna Nych Broker of Record 613-623-7303

Jenn Spratt, Broker 613-623-4846

112 Pheasant Run, custom 3 bedroom, 4 bath bungalow on Calabogie Golf Course. Over-sized eatin-kitchen with island, solarium and stunning views. $369,900 MLS# 775846

4 bdrm, 2 storey home with finished basement, foyer, hardwood and ceramic flooring, berber carpet in newly finished recroom and 4th bath. Open concept dining/living room with vaulted ceiling. $339,900. MLS #773823

Well maintained and updated, 3 bedroom brick bungalow with single car attached garage. Lovely backyard. $239,900. Call Cliff or Susan MLS# 774326

Upgraded, well maintained split level home, new windows, hardwood flooring, above ground pool with deck all around. Lovely private lot with mature trees on the end of a cul-de-sac. $239,900. MLS #773378

$189,000

$189,900

$209,900

$239,900

$249,900

Centrally located 2 storey, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home.

Gas heat, main floor laundry, large eat-in kitchen.

MLS# 775702

Nostalgic two storey century home, 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 kitchens, livingroom ,parlour, diningroom, main floor office. Could be a duplex. MLS# 776029

In the heart of Braeside;This 2 storey, 3 bedroom home has many upgrades, roof,windows, kitchen and bath. Ready for you to move into. MLS# 774840

Designer made for you. Three bedroom semi with 3 bathrooms, hardwood floors, finished basement, gas heat and central air. Close to all amenities. MLS# 770092

Characteristics plus ! is the only way to describe this all brick 2 storey home in town. Three good sized bedrooms, hardwood floors, gas heat, eat-in kitchen, plus formal diningroom. Attic could easily be master bedroom.

MLS# 773455

NEW LISTING

BEAVERBROOKE OTTAWA

172 CHARLES ST., ARNPRIOR

202 ARTHUR ST., ARNPRIOR

172 WOODRIDGE CRT., BRAESIDE

Immaculate 3+1 bedroom bungalow on the edge of Arnprior- 1.5 baths, 2 f.p’s, hardwwod floors- fenced yard & more, all on a 100’x200’ lot. $299,500 MLS# 777316

Well kept 3 bedroom condo townhouse-end unit-3 bathsfinished rec room-f.p. $219,900 MLS# 775966

Spacious well kept 4 bedroom raised bungalow in an exclusive cul-de-sac-2 baths-rec room with f.p-extra garage/workshop and a beautiful private yard. $344,900 MLS# 775513

A perfect “10” this beautiful custom built 3 bedroom home is better than new with the lower level complete and the lot has been professionally landscaped. $579,900 MLS# 776364

Lovingly cared for 4 bedroom raised bungalow on a 1+acre lot. $294,900 MLS# 774419

NEW LISTING

HOME THEATRE

4 BEDROOMS

AVAILABLE NOW

BUNGALOW

Condo in BLACKSMITH GATE 3rd floor on the sunny side-upgrades-appliances $169,900. MLS#777155

Hiranch in town. Hardwd floors. Open concept design MLS 773257 call Jenn

Huge lot..spotless decor and tastefully decorated 2 bathrms & 4 bedrooms MLS 774403

If you’re looking for a house and workshop check out this one! MLS 775520

All brick-in town- 2 baths-hardwood floors-large fenced yard $239900 MLS 768022

WATERFRONT

Treed lot on Dochart Creek offers access to the Ottawa River. Dock your boat on your property.

Call Bill Dunlop.

MLS# 750654

Bill Dunlop, Broker 613-623-4032

LAND

BUILDING LOT

Very well updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick home.

Close to schools and downtown. All this and more for $184,900. Call Cliff 613-868-2659 MLS #773390

McNab Township beautiful building lot on paved road and just 5 minutes to White Lake.

Call Bill Dunlop.

ATTENTION SNOWBIRDS

WATERFRONT

WATERFRONT

WATERFRONT

Fly south this winter with no worries about leaving your home unattended. Spotless 2 bedroom Condo $122,900 MLS# 768298. Call Donna or Mike Defalco 613-6232602 613-884-7303

Sunshine , Sunsets, Beautiful shoreline, rustic cottage to use until you are ready to built year round home.

MLS# 771019 $274,900 Call Donna or Mike Defalco 613-623-2602 613-884-7303

After a day of skiing at Calabogie Peaks , come home to relax by the fireplace in this Walkout Bungalow built in 2003. MLS# 772963 offered at $489,900 Call Donna or Mike Defalco 613-623-2602 613-884-7303

Far more spacious than it appears from laneway! Lovingly maintained walkout bungalow offers 4 bedrooms, custom built kitchen, cathedral ceiling, gentle walk to shoreline, CALABOGIE SKI PEAKS CLOSE BY. $430,00 MLS # 771453 Call Donna or Mike Defalco 613-623-2602 613-884-7303

Triple brick home, completely renovated maintaining original 1878 style. Private fenced lot, inground pool, heated workshop. Large main rooms, bright, spacious, in immaculate condition.

MLS# 773547 $329,900

LOT MINUTES FROM HWY 17

MADAWASKA RIVER ACREAGE, DRILLED WELL,

Mike & Donna Defalco Sales Rep/Broker 613-623-2602

NICE MIXTURE OF FOLIAGE, $349,900 RIVERVIEW - TOWN OF ARNPRIOR-BUILDING LOT- $84,900 ATTENTION GOLFERS! 6.64 ACRES - ACCESS TO 12TH&13TH HOLE ARNPRIOR GOLF COURSE$125,000

Call Mike or Donna Defalco 613-623-2602 613-884-7303

2767 THOMAS DOLAN, ARNPRIOR

Bruce Skitt, Sales Rep 613-769-3164

200 POOLE ST., ARNPRIOR

All brick bungalow on a great lot. Hardwood floors, wood FP. Numerous upgrades + insulated detached garage/workshop. $385,000 MLS#772126

FRIEDAY ST., ARNPRIOR

NEW LISTING

Just minutes from HWY 17 at Arnprior. Cleared and fairly leveled lot, fenced on three sides. MLS 762041. $44,900

CALABOGIE

CALABOGIE

NEW PRICE

Gracious turn of the century 4 bdrm home situated in heart of Calabogie. 3 stories, 4.4 acres of cleared & woodlands w/walking paths. MLS #774940 $249,900

Handsomely designed 4 bdrm home w/red cedar exterior, cathedral ceilings, large screened porch, double garage, paved drive. Deeded beach access to Calabogie Lake. MLS#770949 $359,000

Affordable spacious 3 bdrm home with large back yard within walking distance of all amenities, close to walking paths, family oriented neighbourhood. MLS #774424 $124,900

SOLD Bright spacious bungalow w/huge playroom, upgraded kitchen, Heather Kennedy & Mike generous fenced yard in family oriented neighbourhood. Perfect for your growing family - close to school & shopping. OPEN Labelle, Sales Rep HOUSE DEC 5th 2-4pm. MLS 776116 $319,900 613-797-0202

104 Acres of privacy. Immaculately maintained 4 bdrm bungalow, many updates, outbldgs, stream, ponds – potential for hobby farm – x-country ski, hike or ride on ppty. Nature lovers delight! MLS 774509 $524,900

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Give to the Arnprior Food Bank

LEGION SUPPORTS FOOD BANK

613-623-4284 E-mail: t.stavenow@bell.net Terry Stavenow, Broker

The Arnprior Food Bank’s Al Smith accepts a cheque for $872.51 from Arnprior Legion Branch 174’s Theresa Carron. The money and a number of non-perishable items were raised during the annual Santa Claus Parade.

Photo by Derek Dunn

Fourth term for Sweet as County warden STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

The new warden for Renfrew County will be very familiar with Renfrew County council.

Petawawa Mayor Bob Sweet was the only nomination for warden by the Dec. 6 deadline, therefore he will be acclaimed as warden.

The 2010-11 inaugural session of county council takes place for him and the other 16 county councillors, including five newly-elected ones, Tuesday, Dec. 21.

Sweet will also become the first Renfrew County warden to sit for four terms.

He served an unprecdented third term in 2006.

CLOSE TO RECREATION

12689 LANARK RD. CALABOGIE Great retirement or starter home many upgrades newer Kt., 2 Baths, bright cheery LR, very economical home with private backyard and lots of room $189900

CALL TERRY FOR ALL THE DETAILS.

OFFERS WELCOME CALL TERRY

SUN., DECEMBER 12, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

HORTON

154 IDA ST. ARNPRIOR

What a View you can see for 20 miles on a clear day,2 building sites 18.5A $149,900 and 40 A. at 199,900 located at the corner of Storyland Rd. and River Rd.Development potential

Ottawa Valley Homes 3 + 1 Br Bungalow 2 full Baths,2600 sq. of Living area,very upscale home loaded with extras $349,900 Plus HST

CALL TERRY FOR ALL THE DETAILS.

CALL TERRY FOR ALL THE DETAILS. 432617

As the final deadline to purchase Dream of a Lifetime Lottery tickets approaches, the CHEO Foundation reminds ticket buyers that last year’s lottery was a sell-out, and people who want to buy should call right away to avoid disappointment.

The easiest ways to ensure you are in on the final draws is to call the Dream Line at 613-722-KIDS or 1-877-562-KIDS, or by ordering online at www. dreamofalifetime.ca.

Ticket buyers have until Friday, Dec. 17 at midnight to call and get in on thousands of prizes, including the $1.7-million grand prize package, which includes the fully furnished, fully landscaped Minto Dream Home, $100,000 cash, a 2011 Buick Enclave from Myers Automotive Group, housecleaning for a year from The Maids Home Services, $5,000 in groceries from Farm Boy. a year of golf at Loch March, and moving services from Fred Guy Moving and Storage.

Dec. 17 will also be the last day the public can view the Minto Dream Home. which has been receiving glowing reviews from the thousands who have visited the home at 860 McManus Rd. in Ottawa.

Operators are standing by 24/7 to take ticket orders, so the foundation is encouraging everyone to order immediately to avoid disappointment. Tickets cost $100 each or three for $250.

75 DIVISION ST Currently an income property with 2 units or restore to a Stately 4 Br Home on fantastic lot. Back yard was a Market Garden with rich soil. Located across the road from the Old Grove Forest with lots of upgrades. Asking $239,900.

OPEN HOUSE

John O’Neill Sales Representative

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

22 FOXTAIL CRES., ARNPRIOR $349,900 MLS #771668

2457 Hwy. 29, Pakenham $449,900

Fully renovated 3+1 bedroom, 3 bath bungalow on a large professionally landscaped lot. Possible inlaw suite.

Access to private beach.

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Residential, Retail, Manufac turing, Storage - this property has a multitude of uses with unlimited potential. Apartments, retail space, manufacturing space and storage space. Apartments and manufacturing presently occupied. Retail space and storage area available immediately.

Property Zoned H and H-4. MLS 774375

613-223-9288

613-623-7834 KARGUS Real Estate Inc. Brokerage

143 Elgin St. W. Arnprior

Liz Kargus

An Agent You Can Trust!

Broker of Record

“NO HST ON THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THESE PROPERTIES” There is still time to move into one of these homes for Christmas Call Today 613-623-1053

STOP RENTING Two bedroom starter home.

Family size eat in kitchen.

Many recent improvements.

Attached garage/workshop All appliances. FLEXIBLE POSSESSION! MLS# 755355 $139,900

LOCATION! LOCATION!

662 Barr Side Rd., Pakenham $98,500

OTTAWA RIVER WATERFRONT Two bedroom, wood fireplace, full bath, drilled well, year round access. BUY NOW AND ENJOY ICE FISHING AND SNOWMOBILING AT YOUR DOORSTEP! MLS# 771392 $259,900

SEE ALL MY LISTINGS AT:

Country living at its best - renovated 5 bdrm farm house. Country style kitchen, large family room, home office area with private entrance.

Hardwood flooring. Detached garage/workshop, barn with stalls as well as storage buildings set on approx. 96 acres, 20+ tillable, remainder forested.

MLS #768203

150 acres of peace and tranquility. Gently rising property from front to back. Approx. 3100’of frontage on Blakeney Rd. Many excellent locations to build your dream home with panoramic south western views. Mixture of open fields and naturally treed areas. Trails thruout. Hydro and drilled well on site, 2 barns and a ramshackle house.

MLS #758700.

School block.

Three bedroom, 1 ½ baths, 3 appliances, hardwood & laminate, garage with workshop. Private fenced back yard.

MLS# 766239 $149,900

www.mincomkargusrealestate.ca

2635 10th Concession N. Rd. Pakenham $379,900

1024 Blakeney Road Pakenham $389,900

Consumer Friendly

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Time running out to buy CHEO Dream of a Lifetime tickets

IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY

FOUR BEDROOMS

Well established family owned saw mill with excellent customer base. Circular saw operation, planing mill and dry kiln. 5 acres of land. List of equipment included as well as financial records available to qualified purchasers. 75 years in business.

Excellent opportuinty to own and operate your own business. On going operation listing agent to be present for all showings.

MLS #752724

138 Lavallee Rd., Renfrew $389,900 P i c t u re s q u e hobby farm149 acres.

1.5 storey century home in excellent condition, country style kitchen.

Attached workshop and garage. Home is tenant occupied. Good farm buildings for storage or animals.

MLS #764439

7 Ridgeview Dr. Braeside $74,900 A simply amazing view of the Ottawa River from this naturally treed 2 acre lot. Area cleared for your dream home. Driveway in, terraced front. Located in the area of some very prestigious homes. Walk to the Arnprior Golf Course. Available immediately.

MLS #755650 2900 Diamondview Rd., Kinburn $310,000 Newly created 84 acre Farm lot - zoned Agricultural with a residence allowed. Many uses associated with this zoning. Farm, hobby farm; home based business, market garden. The land is cleared. Approx. 55 acres are systematically tile drained.

Presently used for cash crop - soybeans and hay. South west exposure allowing for solar energy. MLS #773521 3557 Farmview Rd., Kinburn $279,900 Large private lot - 1.38 acres, paved drive, paved road, attached oversized garage, Hi Ranch style home, 3 bdrms, 2 full baths, country style kitchen, finished basement, in home theatre, rear deck, great neighbours - this one has it all. MLS #771878

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Renfrew County Child Poverty Action Network welcomes help in annual snowsuit and footwear campaign For the past few years, the Renfrew County Child Poverty Action Network (CPAN) has run a snowsuit and footwear campaign called Operation Snowsuit.

“The goal of this campaign is to ensure that every child living in our community has appropriate clothing and footwear for our severe Canadian winter,” CPAN co-ordinator Lyn Smith said.

Already underway at some Renfrew County schools, the sixth annual campaign has students collecting new and gently used snowsuits and footwear on behalf of CPAN. “Please take this opportunity to check your closets and donate any snowsuits or boots your child or children may have outgrown. They must be clean and in good repair,” Smith explained.

“Last winter we helped 298 children,” Smith said. “It’s getting cold. We need your help.”

She said the need is growing and it looks as if last year’s figures will be easily exceeded.

Schools in Renfrew County have been asked to collect gently used (and in good repair) and/or new snowsuits, boots, hats, and gloves on behalf of Operation Snowsuit. Bell repair technicians have already made one pick-up of donations and have delivered five truckloads to Giant Tiger (there will be other collections) in Pembroke for storage prior to distribution.

Donations of snowsuits, footwear or cash can also be delivered directly to CPAN or to Phoenix Centre in Renfrew. Cheques should be made payable to CPAN with ‘Snowsuit’ written in the memo portion.

Realty Solutions Ltd.

613-623-3665

CPAN assists children of all ages newborn up to and including youth 18 years of age, so is in need of all sizes including adult small to extra large.

It is particularly short of snow pants for all sizes 6 and up (including adults up to and including 3X).

Boots are also in short supply, especially men’s and ladies sizes.

CPAN also include hats and gloves with all orders and are appreciative of donations of waterproof gloves in all sizes (again including adults) All donations are carefully sorted and hung in sizes by teams of dedicated volunteers.

Requests are taken over the telephone at CPAN (toll-free 1-800-465-1870, ext. 250), and each child is assigned a number. The numbered orders are then passed on to a team of caring volunteers who try to match up items as best as possible.

When orders are packed and ready, they are shipped out to partner agencies throughout Renfrew County so families can pick them up the snowsuits locally.

CPAN is also looking for anyone wishing to donate time and energy. to the campaign. If you would like to join the hardworking team or offer your organization/business as a collection point, or if you would like to become a sponsor.

“We always manage to fill all requests thanks to the donations, more schools are coming on board every year, and volunteers are becoming regulars,” said Smith.

“On behalf of CPAN I would like to thank each and every one that has helped the program grow and improve year on year.”

Outstanding Agents Outstanding Results G LISTIN W E N

Denis Lacroix Broker

613-862-0811 www.denislacroix.com

MLS#777559

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The workshop is brimming with activity, and letters from children throughout Ontario are starting to arrive at the North Pole post office.

Lucky for Santa, he can count on the volunteer help of the Canada Post elves who replied to about 461,000 letters in Ontario last year, thereby giving Santa a huge helping hand.

Across the country, they replied to more than one million letters in more than 26 languages, including French, English, Japanese, Spanish and even Esperanto and Braille.

A wonderful partnership has developed between Santa and the Canada Post elves who have been delivering his mail directly to the North Pole for more than 29 years.

The elves also help him reply to his mail, so the magic of Christmas lives on in the eyes and hearts of children.

Santa Claus reminds all his little friends to include their return address so he can send them a reply. At his age, it’s quite normal for his memory to play tricks on him sometimes.

Santa’s address is easy to remember: Santa Claus, North Pole, H0H, 0H0.

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– Broker –

613-601-1040 www.bernicehorne.com

On Call This Weekend MLS#774011

ARNPRIOR

Main flr. family room – Many recent upgrades – Schools & amenities nearby

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OFFICE

$179,900

Bernice Horne

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613-623-7922

ARNPRIOR

Centrally located – Remodelled – Good value & priced to sell!

330 White Lake Rd., Arnprior, Ont.

Enright Real Estate Brokerage INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

Monica Fergusson

Sharon Enright Broker of Record

– Sales Rep –

613-795-1639 www.monicafergusson.com

MLS#775930

FITZROY

3 bedrm/1.5 bath brick bungalow – Large lot w/ravine

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FOUR SEASON CHALET IN THE PEAKS. Cozy log home, 2 BR’s, 1/2 Bathrooms. 2 Fireplaces.

Great Ski Condo or Wonderful year round home. Across from the ski hill with deeded access to the lake for boating. $239,900. Call Sharon Enright 613-623-7922.

MLS# 777189

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ATTENTION HOME SEEKERS - Just like new 2+1 BR home with full finished Rec Room. 2 Bathrooms. 3/4 Acres Lot. 10 mins. from Arnprior. $199,900. Call Sharon Enright.

613-623-7922. MLS#758434

Paula Hartwick – Sales Rep –

613-858-4851 www.PaulaHartwick.com

AGRICULTURAL LAND 50 Acres with 1685’ of frontage on Madawaska River. 10 mins. from Arnprior. $540,000.

OTTAWA RIVER

- Spacious 5 BR home.

Showplace kitchen, mail floor family room, formal dining room. library. Tiered decks to water’s edge. $755,000.

Call Sharon Enright 613-623-7922. MLS#743496.

MLS#775862

BURNSTOWN

Beautifully remodelled- Room for a family – Approx. 10 acres

,600

$ 304

HUNTING/RECREATIONAL 100 Acres-$159,900

For all listings go to www.royallepage.ca/sharonenright.

Proud supporter of: Royal LePage Shelter Foundation Safer homes. Safer communities

Bob Larsen – Sales Rep –

613-222-9787

MLS#768505

ARNPRIOR

Modern, bright, open concept design – Cozy fireplace Large patio – Lots of extras!

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Operation Snowsuit to keep children warm this winter

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Cadet registration still open The 2360 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps meet each Wednesday evening either at the Nick Smith Centre or the Arnprior Legion from September through June.

So far, they have an enrolment of 35, but youth ages 12 to 18 can sign up at any time during the season. For more information, call commanding officer Capt. Jo Babin at 613-862-2360.

THIS WEEK’S FEATURE

If you wondered why about 25 youth were walking the streets of Arnprior overnight Nov. 20, wonder no longer. Members of the Arnprior-based 2360 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps walked from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., with stops at Tim Hortons, as a fundraiser and morale-building exercise. Leading the way as the walk began at the Arnprior Legion are in front W.O. Broderick Smith M.W.O. Brayden White and W.O. Josh Baxter, all holding the banner. The sixth annual Arnprior Veterans Memorial Patrol is also in honour of soldiers who used to brave the cold nightly to patrol the streets during war time. “It gives the cadets an idea of what they had to put up with,” said the Corps commanding officer Jo Babin. The cadets collected pledges and donations, which go toward cadets activities and equipment.

Photo by John Carter

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CADETS BRAVE COLD ON MEMORIAL PATROL

Rona Home Centre

236 Madawaska Blvd. Arnprior 613-623-4791

THIS WEEK’S FEATURE THIS WEEK’S FEATURE

These contestants from six area clubs competed in the Toastmasters Area 10 Humourous Speeches and Evaluation Contests. From left are, front row, Marie Brydges (Valley Vintage & Renfrew) evaluation and humourous speech; Fran Watson (Renfrew & Pembroke) evaluation and humourous speech, Lynne Kobus (Renfrew) humourous speech, and Frank Hortop (Arnprior) humourous speech; and back row Shea Antle (Chalk River) humourous speech, Ed Nicholson (Chalk River & Valley Vintage) Area 10 governor and contest chair, Lynne Zander (Valley Vintage) evaluation, Navdeep Dadhiala (Chalk River) evaluation, Marko Pilic (Deep River) evaluation, Maurice Cole (Deep River) humourous speech, and Lenore Whelan (Arnprior) evaluation. Winners of Area 10 contest was humourous speech Shea Antle of the Chalk River Club and evaluation Lynne Zander of the Valley Vintage Club.

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ARNPRIOR SHOPPING CENTRE 375 DANIEL STREET SOUTH 432277

DOWNTOWN ARNPRIOR 80 Elgin Street

THIS WEEK’S FEATURE THIS WEEK’S FEATURE

Tongue-in-cheek speech a winner FRAN WATSON Renfrew Toastmasters

Things are not always what they seem. Shea Antle treated the members of Valley Vintage to her tongue-in-cheek humourous contest-winning speech recently.

Antle expressed her views on how the animal population is trying to take over to make human beings extinct.

She described the various cunning techniques that they employ – the turtle (endangered)

crossing the road, the porcupine, the skunk, the hopping toads in the rain and of course … the moose in battle armour standing in the middle of the road to do battle with whatever vehicle comes along.

Arnprior’s Lynne Zander of the Valley Vintage Toastmasters Club placed second in the division evaluation contest – English and first in the French Evaluation Contest.

For more information about the local Toastmasters clubs, call Fran at 613-649-2950.

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Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke Liberal candidate Christine Tabbert has joined Liberal MPs in admonishing the Harper government for using Conservative Senators to send out partisan flyers into Liberal-held ridings at taxpayers’ expense for the sole purpose of furthering the Conservative political agenda.

“Unfortunately, it doesn’t just happen with this type of mailing. Countless times over the past year, people in this riding have complained to me about the partisan nature of most government mailings that they receive,” said Tabbert in a news release. “Families are worried about making ends meet, and our elected officials are spending federal tax money on advertising for their own political gain.”

In September, Ontario Senator Bob Runciman and Manitoba Senator Don Plett, a former Conservative Party president, sent 6,000 four-page flyers targeting Liberal MPs Anita Neville and David McGuinty, promoting the Conservative crime agenda and asking for people’s names and addresses for a petition.

“These mailings are an abhorrent abuse of taxpayer’s dollars, and another example of the

partisan nature of government mailings,” said Tabbert.

“Many of these mailings are thinly-disguised as seeking voter input or providing ‘information’ to voters, but in fact are nothing more than partisan advertising paid for with taxpayers’ money.”

Earlier this year, Liberals succeeded in cracking down on the Conservatives’ rampant abuse of MP’s mailing privileges when they passed a motion limiting spending on “ten-percenter” mailings of partisan flyers to other MPs ridings. “The spirit of this motion should have been followed by the Conservative Senators too,” said Tabbert.

While all political parties use mailings, the Conservatives have been singled out as the biggest spenders. From 2005 to 2009, the amount of public money spent on the mailings jumped from $5.9 million to more than $10 million – with 62.5 per cent of the money being spent by Conservative MPs, despite the fact they only account for 46.5 per cent of MPs. “Many of these mailings, like recent ones about the census, insult the intelligence of the voters and are a complete waste of taxpayers’ money,” concluded Tabbert.

Canadian military personnel, veterans and their families are being recognized by the federal government, in partnership with VIA Rail, with an unprecedented offer.

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of the national Liberal campaign. He will be talking about the future of AECL, so it’s a timely visit, said Tabbert.

The event is being held from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Deep River library. Tickets will be available at the door.

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Senator Smith, who has roots in the Valley, serves as co-chair

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“On top of the lump sum disability award, our most seriously injured veterans who are no longer able to work will receive at least $58,000 per year,” she said.

Response to the change has been positive, noted the MP. “With this bill, we applaud the government for keeping its promise that the New Veterans Charter is truly a living document,” said Ray Kokkonen, president of the Canadian Peacekeeping Veterans Association that was pleased its advice and recommendations were heard.

“Advocating for significantly increasing the financial support to our severely-wounded veterans, to allow them live with dignity, is a top priority for our organization.

“Accordingly, we are very glad to see this challenging issue being addressed,” he said.

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Changes will improve support for injured vets: Gallant Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MP Cheryl Gallant supports changes to the New Veterans Charter that will “significantly improve” financial support for injured Canadian Forces members and veterans.

“As a member of the Conservative government caucus, Prime Minister Stephen Harper and our team are very responsive to the needs of our soldiers and our veterans,” said Gallant.

The federal government has come under fire recently from veterans groups and the Veterans Ombudsman for being unresponsive to needs of injured veterans.

“It is important to remember that the lump sum disability award does not replace the monthly disability pension,” said Gallant. “The lump sum is an immediate recognition of suffering and pain that is added to the financial benefits and other

lant said the announcement means “more of our Canadian heroes and those who love them will be able to take advantage of this enhanced service.”

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Ramsay Ward Coun. Val Wilkinson beat out a crowded field of four Monday to become one of two representatives for Mississippi Mills at Lanark County council.

Newly sworn-in mayor John Levi accepted the first representative position on behalf of council during the inaugural council session Dec. 6, leaving Wilkinson, Pakenham Ward Coun. Denzil Ferguson, Almonte Ward Coun. Alex Gillis and newly-elected Ramsay Ward Coun. Shaun McLaughlin to fight for the second spot.

Even with a crowded field, Wilkinson was elected with a majority of the votes on the first ballot.

“How do we get their (the county’s) tourism department to look beyond Perth?” asked Wilkinson in her speech before the freshly-sworn-in council, as one of her priorities. “I want carefully at what they are spending.”

After having sent Almonte’s Ed Wilson to county council in 2003, and Pakenham’s Brenda Hurrle to the same body in 2006, Wilkinson noted that it was time for Ramsay to be heard at the table in Perth. Even at that, though, “I consider myself a Mississippi Mills councillor,” she added.

Other councillors took different tacks in seeking the support of their fellow councillors.

“This is not the Dragon’s Den. I am seeking your votes, not your money,” said Ferguson, referring to a reality TV show. “If we’re going to save money, which hopefully is the intention of all councils, we have to start from the top,” Ferguson said, noting he wanted to look at using economies of scale for purchasing vehicles, and that he wanted to see waste management coordinated at the county level.

Later in the evening, McLaughlin found out he was going to Perth after all, as Mississippi Mills’ nominated candidate for consideration to the Lanark County Municipal Trails Corporation.

“I was on it for the past seven years and I enjoyed it,” said Wilkinson.

She added that one of the upcoming debates at the corporation will be about placing trails within area forests.

“I live next to one of those forests

This holiday season elves let’s help fill the sh ank at our local food b

The Arnprior Lionettes were thrilled with the success of their Christmas bake sale on Saturday, Dec. 4 at the Arnprior Shopping Centre. Sally Bradley and Frankie Taylor had just a few items left a few hours into the sale.

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Newly-elected Pakenham Ward Councillor Duncan Abbott takes in the scene at the Mississippi Mills town hall outside of Almonte at council’s inaugural meeting Monday. He was elected as the new head of the town’s planning and development committee, while fellow Pakenham Ward Coun. Denzil Ferguson will head the roads and public works committee. and I have a big interest in them,” said McLaughlin.

At the town level, there were two new faces elected to the chairmanship of town committees. Pakenham Ward Coun.

Duncan Abbott beat out McLaughlin to head up the planning and development committee, while Ramsay Ward Coun.

Paul Watters was acclaimed to lead the recreation and culture committee.

Ramsay Ward Coun. John Edwards was unsuccessful in his bid to head up the finance, administration and policy committee, being defeated by Almonte Ward Coun. Garry Dalgity.

Another incumbent match-up saw Ferguson beat Almonte Ward Coun. Rick Minnille to head the roads and public works committee, but Minnille was more successful in his bid for the chairmanship of the MM fire committee, beating out Almonte Ward Coun. Bernard Cameron.

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DECEMBER 11 • McNab-Braeside Volunteer Fire Department breakfast with Santa at the White Lake fire hall 7:30 to 11 a.m. See Sparky the fire dog. Treats for the kids. Donations to the Arnprior Food Bank accepted.

• River of Life Church bake/craft sale to help feed the poor in Guatemala from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Arnprior Mall. Come and see all the yummy goodies and neat Christmas gift ideas.

• United unleased: Worship at Calabogie United Church at 7 p.m. without the constraints of Sunday morning for those looking for a different style unmistakable gospel with a contemporary sound interactive. Maybe it’s what you’ve been looking for.

• Pet Pics with Santa, a fundraising event for the Arnprior Humane Society at the Arnprior Mall Pet Valu 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Just $10 a picture. All proceeds to your local animal shelter.

Have a picture taken of your furry friend with Santa and you’ll be helping homeless dogs and cats. (please arrive through Pet Valu outside entrance). For more info, call 613-623-0916 www.arnpriorhumanesociety.ca.

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• All aboard for a Theatre and Dessert Evening!

Four tickets to Christmas, a dramatic musical being presented by St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 80 Daniel St. is at 7 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. You are invited to come and enjoy the evening with us. Coffee and desserts to follow in the Church Hall. Admission is a freewill offering with proceeds going to Hospice Renfrew.

• West Carleton Christian Assembly presents

Bethlehem Live both Saturday and Sunday at 7 p.m. at 3794 Diamondview Rd. in Kinburn. The free 30-minute presentation will feature live animals, wiseman, shepherds, Mary, Joseph and the baby Jesus. Hot chocolate and cookies to follow. Invite your family, friends and neighbours to this exciting outdoor depiction of the Christmas story. Please bring a non-perishable item to support the local food bank.

DECEMBER 12 • Sing Noel will be presented by the Arnprior Community Choir at Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church at 2 p.m. Special guests include Four Strong Winds - a vocal quartet from St. Joseph’s High School, Renfrew. Both groups will perform seasonal favourites followed by a reception. Tickets available at the Arnprior Book Shop, choir members or at the door. $15/$10 children under 12. For more info, call Lisa, 613-623-7293.

DECEMBER 15 • Arnprior District High School music department Christmas concert at 7 p.m. featuring the school’s three bands and choir in the McEwan gymnasium. Tickets cost $5 for adults, $2 for students.

DECEMBER 16 • Seniors Christmas Party at the Arnprior Royal Legion Hall. Tickets cost $12 at the Seniors at Home Support office and must be purchased by noon Dec. 10. Roast turkey at 12:30 p.m. followed by live Christmas entertainment by Marie Brydges. All seniors and special needs welcome.

Please bring a non-perishable food donation for the Arnprior Food Bank.

DECEMBER 18 • Christmas Hour for Children ages 4-10 at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 80 Daniel St. N. in Arnprior, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Come and hear the Christmas Story, through music, crafts and games. Please register by Dec. 15 by phoning 613-623-5531.

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HO HO HOMEFRIES The Leaps and Bounds Day Children’s Centre hosted Breakfast with Santa Dec. 4 at the Christian Education Centre.

Above, Bonnie Summerfield, Shelly Mosseau and Angela Carroll make sure the hungry visitors aren’t disappointed. Left, Addison, Jenssen and Rainna Morgan get ready to dig into their breakfast.

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He is described as white, late 20s or early 30s, 5’7”, with a medium build. He was wearing royal blue hoodie, white brimmed baseball cap, black pants and black shoes.

OPP Constable John Sucee is continuing to investigate.

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Join us on Sundays at 10 am for: Worship, Nursery (0-3 yrs), Kids Exploring Faith: (3 yrs up) A warm welcome to ALL!

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

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Pastor: The Rev. Julie-Ann Morton Office Phone: 613-622-1069

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

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County wary about social housing changes cial Housing Reform Act with a more enabling Housing Services Act; • expanding service manager roles and responsibilities and the creation of a local consolidated housing and homelessness plans; • restructuring the RentGeared-to-Income program; • providing local flexibility to determine waitlist processes.

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nity.

“At this point, demand for affordable housing far exceeds supply and the financial capabilities of the service manager to build additional affordable housing in the County of Renfrew is limited,” he said.

Included in the announcement were some changes to the current Social Housing Reform Act such as: • replacing the restrictive So-

employment, raise families, and build strong communities.”

However, the County of Renfrew, as a service manager for the mandated provincial program, will not receive any immediate additional financing to help deliver the intended strategy.

County social services director David Anderson was disappointed the announcement did not address some immediate financial concerns for the rural commu-

Renfrew County isn’t exactly welcoming provincial changes to subsidized housing, noting it doesn’t address funding shortfalls in rural areas.

The provincial government released its much anticipated Long Term Affordable Housing Strategy last week with a vision “to improve Ontarians access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing and provide a solid foundation on which to secure

Neil, who manages the public housing portfolio for the County of Renfrew, said “it is recognized that these are the early days in the new housing strategy.” However, she is hopeful that the federal government will also participate in developing the “new” framework for a Long-Term Housing Strategy.

The strategy can be found at www.mah.gov.on.ca/Page9191. aspx.

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Common birds have learned how to get along with people There are very few birds that everyone seems to know, but the Black-capped Chickadee is certainly one of them.

Found in most treed habitats whether they be wilderness or urban and one of the most common birds to visit backyard birdfeeders, chickadees seem ubiquitous. They are endearing; their large head and small size render them “cute.”

And they certainly tolerate our presence better than most birds.

But don’t let their cutesy appearance fool you. Chickadees are tough and many stay here for the winter. In fact, they are one of the smallest birds in the world to winter as far north as they do.

So how do they do it?

Just like many other birds, chickadees increase their feather bulk for winter. They grow new feathers once a year – at summer’s end - ensuring they have a thick, unworn coat of feathers for trapping body heat in cold temperatures.

Mammals have thicker hair too and they also use a thick layer of fat for extra insulation.

Birds, however, depend almost solely on their feathers for insulation.

An increase in feather bulk is not the chickadees’ only defence, however. They fluff their feathers (in ornithological terms “ptiloerection”) to trap air and increase their insulation value. By fluffing, the amount of heat lost through the feathers is decreased by more than 15 per cent.

The heat-retention value of the feathers is astounding. Experiments have revealed that a mere half inch of feathers creates a difference in temperature of as much as 40 degrees C from the outside surface of the feath-

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How Chickadees survive the cold And if their temperers to the skin under ature begins to fall bethem. Obviously very low that level, an interlittle body heat is nal thermostat kicks transmitted through in and their flight muschickadee feathers! cles start shivering and At night chickadees their body temperature activate an imporrises. At a safe level, tant heat-generating the furnace shuts down system. They shiver again. their oversized flight When the body core muscles. The muscle temperature is at its action generates the Michael Runtz lowest, the chickadee heat that keeps the in a deep sleep called little birds warm.

Nature’s Way is torpor.

Shivering needs fuel As if those means and that comes from to stay warm were not the bird’s fat reserves.

But if a chickadee shivered all enough, chickadees have one night it would actually run out more trick up their wing. They cram into small cavities in trees. of fuel.

So these tiny birds have After a few nights in these tight spots, a chickadee’s tail feathers evolved a remarkable way of solving this problem. They shut become bent.

Perhaps instead of pink insudown their internal furnaces and let their body temperature lation we should be using chickdrop. Not one or two degrees but adee feathers in our houses.

Somehow I think these endearup to 12 degrees C! If we did that, we would end ing birds would not agree!

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Walkabout schedule released Celebrate at the Nick Smith Centre KAYLA REINERT AND DON GOUGEON Youth Corner

December is here and so is the highly anticipated holiday season.

The great countdown has begun for all traditions of this festive season. The most popular would be Christmas, which as of this Friday, is only 15 days away.

Hanukkah, a Jewish celebration, began Dec. 1 this year and ran for eight days. Kwanzaa, which honours African American heritage, starts Dec. 26 and goes until Jan. 1. Eid ul-Adha is another holiday tradition and it is celebrated by the Muslims. It fell on Nov 20 this year.

MANY TRADITIONS With so many different types of holiday traditions in December, all youth are invited to look up another type of holiday tradition and bring it in to the Nick Smith Centre. We are hoping to publish a giant book of traditions for the youth to read and learn from.

Registration for our Learn to … Nordic Pole and Learn to … Snowshoe programs is now closed. However, the Walkabout program will be available to all avid polers and snowshoers in January and February. Come to the Nick Smith Centre in Arnprior or the Ma-Te-Way Centre in Renfrew, sign out a pair of snowshoes and/or Nordic poles and hit the trails.

The schedule for our Walkabouts is as follows; Jan. 8 McLachlin Trail, Arnprior; Jan. 15 - MacNamara Trail, Arnprior; Jan. 22 - Gillies Trail, Arnprior; Jan. 29 - Heritage Trail, Arnprior; Feb 12 - Lochwinnoch Trail, Renfrew; Feb 19 - Millennium Trail, Renfrew.

Mark these dates on your calendar and come on out and take advantage of this terrific family activity opportunity. A $20 deposit per family will be charged for the rental of the equipment.

The deposit will be returned when the equipment is brought back.

Keep an eye out next week for a schedule of activities available at the Nick Smith Centre over the Christmas break.

Registration for all of our programs must be done in person with cash or cheque at the Nick Smith Centre a minimum of one week in advance.

If you have any questions about our programs, call the Nick Smith Centre at 613-6237301 or email Kayla or Don at kreinert@arnprior.ca.

Photo by John Carter

Arnprior youth co-ordinators Kayla Reinert and Don Gougeon get a kick out of the comments from the young dodgeball players as they prepare to take on a team of OPP officers, Ambulance Paramedics and firefighters at the Nick Smith Centre Tuesday. The annual grudge match featured a great deal of good-natured trash talk as the emergency team was overwhelmed by the sheer number of the youth squad.

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Jack and Faith Bird, owners of the Arnprior No Frills grocery story, have generously provided $2,500 to the Arnprior Recreation Department to help run the youth cooking program. Taking part in the cheque presentation ceremony Nov. 25, from left, are Arnprior youth co-ordinator Kayla Reinert, Faith and Jack Bird, and Shay Klimpel who will be running the cooking program.

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UNITED TO HELP OTHERS The efforts of CIBC employees in Arnprior will make a difference to local residents as the employees’ $1,000 fundraising cheque is presented to the United Way. Front row from left, CNIB’s Mike Nicholson, CIBC branch manager Shannon Olmstead, Cathi Fairfield of Renfrew County United Way, and Audrey Edwards of the Grove’s adult day program.

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Township needs to develop ‘sustainable rural economy’ Continued from Page 4 Fortunately, the township has churches, women’s institutes, agricultural associations, and heritage committees that provide a foundation “upon which we can grow and strengthen our community network by grafting in new residents to our way of life,” Campbell said.

She suggested that council’s most significant challenge over the next four years will be to continue to develop a distinctive rural economy in McNabBraeside. With the dwindling of the agricultural base and the influx of residents to the township, McNab-Braeside in danger of slipping into the role of a bedroom community, she said, adding it can’t maintain its independence and control over its tax base if all the jobs are created by cities and towns.

Fortunately, McNab-Braeside has entrepreneurs who have adapted to the changes in agriculture and others who are furthering economic diversity in such areas as building trades, automotive services, personal services, professional services, the arts, wellness, dining, retail, recreation and tourism, she said.

Council must support them and find ways to stimulate agriculture, forestry and business growth, because “the only way

to protect our rural way of life is to build a distinctive rural economy,” she emphasized.

Campbell recommended five ways council could achieve that goal: • increased cooperation and dialogue among businesses, community organizations, and municipal government; • continued development of community associations; • provision of a variety of opportunities for public participation including discussion forums, task forces, and advisory committees; • development of employment opportunities, housing alternatives, personal services, and communication, recreation, and transportation solutions that allow residents the opportunity to remain in the community; • networking beyond the township, collaborating with neighbouring municipalities, other levels of government, developers, private sector business networks and academic institutions.

McNab-Braeside has everything going for it, including natural beauty, incredible people and solid roots, said Campbell. However, to have a strong future, “we have to stand up and promote ourselves. We have to take our place in the Province of Ontario as a municipality valued for our

culture, our heritage, our natural environment and, yes, our economic contributions.”

Campbell zeroed in several immediate challenges facing the new council. The township 2011 budget will take another $93,000 hit with the loss of more provincial Partnership funding, she noted. Council has to attempt to soften the blow by being ready to apply for any new program funding offered by the province and lobby for the creation of new funding programs that will meet the township’s needs.

Council will be faced with the decision on how to best invest in an alternative to land application of untreated septage, she added, noting reed bed, lime stabilization and geotube options are all possibilities.

Council will also likely face a major decision next year regarding Miller Paving’s rezoning application for a permanent asphalt plant in the Braeside Quarry. “In the interim, council must find ways of supporting needed industrial activity while protecting residents and our natural infrastructure,” said Campbell.

With well contamination reported in the township, council will be faced with weighing strategies to protect water sources, said the mayor. A report being prepared by the Ministry

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Mary Campbell in her new tartan delivering her inaugural address. of Environment in co-operation with the Renfrew County Health Department will be council's first formal advice on municipal measures in water protection, she explained.

Whatever the outcome, council should not support any initiative that puts the burden of cost on individual landowners, she stressed. “Should we as a community determine that additional measures are required in protecting our water sources, we will pay our way accordingly. For surely some investment in protection, should it be required, is worth offsetting the

many millions that it will certainly require for water treatment, should we fail.”

Campbell said the township will continue to grow with Mansfield Meadows and Hogan’s Heights welcoming new residents and at least three new development proposals coming before council early in the new year.

“As we become more articulate as a community on who we are, where we are going and the types of development that fit with our direction, we can look forward to interesting times of stimulated rural growth,” she said.

Further expansion of broadband Internet access in the township will provide new opportunities for economic development, she said. That growth will be guided by the McNabBraeside's Official Plan, which will be reviewed again before council’s term is up.

“It is my hope that using the foundation of the 2009 Official Plan, we can spend more time consulting with individual communities, incorporating their vision and goals for the future (and) anticipating the needs and desires of landowners.” The anticipated result will be a clearer vision of the priorities for an even more united McNab-Braeside, she pointed out.

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Arnprior Shopping Centre

Walk-ins Welcome!

375 Daniel Street North

Or call us at 613-622-7938 for an appointment

613-623-7773

Happy Holidays from us at Fashion Nails!

ARNPRIOR Check Us Out!

375 Daniel St., Arnprior

613-623-9334

A truly Canadian shopping experience

We provide full professional nails services including: • Acrylic, Porcelain and Gel Nails • Pedicure and Manicure (French) • Variety of Airbrush Designs and Nails Art • Waxing • Gift Certificates available!

SHOPPING CENTRE Saturday December 11th

Hair Care and Esthetic Services

hair Loom esthetics

613-623-5603

Open Until 9p.m.

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Bring home the Holidays

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Check out these participating merchants for many great in store specials.

Hometown Store 375 Daniel St. S, Arnprior

613-623-4202 SHOP BY PHONE 1-800-267-3277

SHOP ONLINE sears.ca

Free Gift Wrapping Available Dec. 11, 18 from 12-4 pm and Dec. 22 & 23 from 11 am-7 pm

We have lots of your favourite movies.

Reserve your copy today.

Phone 613-623-7994

GIFT BASKET BALLOT Draw date December 13, 2010

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Drop off your ballot at the Arnprior Shopping Centre in front of Peebles for your chance to win ONE OF TWO Gift Baskets from participating merchants.

ARNPRIOR SHOPPING CENTRE • 375 DANIEL ST., ARNPRIOR

Designed for real life® New Arrivals Just in time for Christmas

Gift Certificates Available

ALL THEY WANT FOR

CHRISTMAS Come in and see us, our pet-friendly staff can provide pet nutrition & wellness coaching.

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Helping you secure your financial future!

613-623-1111

375 Daniel St. S. Arnprior Shopping Centre 613-623-6577

Christmas Gift Giving starts here!

We Sell More Than Socks!

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Five Varieties of Coffee Assorted Teas Homemade Soups and Sandwiches Baked Goods Drop in and check out our Daily Specials!

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We wish you all a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

The Mall Laundromat

Your ONE STOP SHOP

375 Daniel St. S.

for all your Christmas scratch tickets!

613-623-2306

Merry Christmas from Peebles Lotto

Open 7 days a week 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Find the Perfect Gift For Someone Special at Biba 613-623-4771