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A boost for Arnprior

No more taxes Most residents feel town on right track: survey DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@metroland.com

Town staff is impressed with the roughly 10 per cent return rate on surveys that went out to Arnprior residents recently.

A total of 284 of the 2,800 surveys came back, most with comments accompanying the 13 questions.

The questions focused on services such as garbage pick-up and snow removal versus taxes, town-sponsored activities, and accessibility renovations to municipal buildings, among others.

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Rachel McMaster and the Chronicle-Guide wish everyone a Happy St. Patrick’s Day today.

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Braeside, as well the joys of the rural lifestyle. Enthusiasm for the festival is mounting and it is showing the potential to become a major tourist draw for the township, particularly the river drive and the Calling of the Clans (see Pages 40 and 41).

Plans for the nine-day festival, which will run from June 23 to Canada Day, are quickly taking shape thanks to the efforts of three event subcommittees.

After a tumultuous year, the Pacific Safety Products plant in Arnprior has received some exciting news.

The company announced Monday it has been awarded a $2.8-million contract amendment from Public Works and Government Services Canada for the supply of protective products to the Department of National Defence (DND). The items will be manufactured at the Arnprior facility (the old Playtex plant on Fourth Avenue) for delivery during the second half of the company’s current fiscal year.

Pacific Safety Products is a leading North American manufacturer of advanced protective body armour and related safety products for the military, police and other emergency responders. The company has been supplying protective gear such as bullet-proof vests to the DND for more than 20 years.

See ‘RIVER’ Page 4

See ‘PACIFIC’ Page 3

See ‘WATER’ Page 2

Break-ins downtown

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“The idea was to get a general feeling on issues,” Mayor David Reid said recently of the unscientific survey.

On the amount of taxes paid, 153 respondents want the existing level maintained while 40 would like to see them lowered.

Comments included not giving money to “special interest groups.”

A few more people opted for another opinion, saying the collective should be more giving.

Still more want an audit of the town’s budget.

One Arnprior business was broken into and had items stolen to be used at another break-in this week.

Someone broke into Badham’s Machineshop and Welding overnight on March 15, tore up important papers, stole a sum of money, than made off with two four-foot-tall acetylene torches.

After breaking into the O’Brien Theatre and messing up papers in the office, the torches were used in a botched attempt to get inside the safe.

Problem was, the robbers used heating nozzles rather than cutting nozzles.

See ‘TORCHES’ Page 2

Braeside River Drive committee chairman Daniel Q. Smith helps Bristol boat enthusiast Barb Haughton, armed with an adz, on with a lumberjack jacket to help promote the June 25 heritage river drive across the Ottawa River.

Photo by John Carter

McNab-Braeside in the spotlight JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

A flotilla of heritage boats crossing the Ottawa River. A Calling of the Clans. A healthy living ‘Sunday stretch’. A re-enactment of a Women’s Institute founding meeting a century ago.

In its third year, McNab Days is coming into its own with several major events designed to celebrate the heritage, culture and environment of McNab-

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Fracas at the rink Sunday

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“There’s my torches,” said Jason Badham, who arrived after police left and the Chronicle-Guide arrived on Wednesday afternoon.

“They did minimal damage to (my) door. They broke a window. They had to open every drawer to spread out the tools and look at them.”

Raven Barr was inside the theatre to open for the March Break matinee a few minutes before she realized what had happened.

“After I walked into the office and saw the papers everywhere, I knew right away it was a robbery,” Barr said. “I was pretty freaked out.”

O’Brien owner Kevin Marshall took it all in stride, saying the robber or robbers revealed themselves to be “idiot” amateurs who made off with a few chocolate bars and bottles of red juice.

“Only red, for some reason. They were really stupid,” Marshall said, indicating it doesn’t pay to break into his business. “We didn’t open for the matinee, but we’ll be open tonight.”

Police could not be reached before deadline to provide details on this and possibly two other break ins at downtown businesses over the past week.

Things got a little nasty at the end of Sunday evening’s Junior B hockey game at the Nick Smith Centre and police were called in to help but no charges were laid.

Arnprior OPP Sgt. Gary Dougherty reports that while officers were called out to the March 13 game between the Arnprior Packers and the Renfrew Timberwolves the situation had improved by the time police arrived.

“We were requested to attend because of fights in the stands,” Dougherty reports.

“We attended and whomever had been fighting had been ejected (from the arena) or had left before we got there,” he said.

There were several scraps on the ice late in the game, but onlookers say that, contrary to reports in some media, no players went into the stands.

Police did stay on scene to ensure the peace was kept until the teams and fans had gone home.

When the initial call came in, local officers did put out a call for assistance to neighbouring detachments, says Dougherty, as police know situations like sporting events, particularly when known rivals are facing off against each other, can escalate into violence.

Police were pleased Sunday’s incident ended peacefully.

The Packers lost the game 5-1 and were ousted from the playoffs (see Page 20).

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Water, shopping among top priorities Continued from front On ranking priorities for community activities from one to five, tops was shopping opportunities, followed by sports and recreation, parks and nature, community festivals, and finally performing arts.

Many said tax dollars shouldn’t go to unpopular activities. Others said ‘bring on the box stores’. Still others want fewer resources going toward hockey, and more toward sports many people participate in – including swimming.

On ranking priorities for community services, first place went to sewer and water, followed by roads and sidewalks, with parks and recreation taking third. Many suggested fixing Riverview Drive and cutting grass next to the former Playtex building.

On ranking priorities for maintaining and/or improving buildings, Nick Smith Centre came first, then the fire and police Station, town hall, library and museum.

Mention was made that more roof work is needed at the Nick Smith Centre and the museum should use existing meeting rooms for displays while opening new meeting rooms at a new town hall.

Asked about fulfilling provincial obligations regarding accessibility to public buildings, 128 said “it is fine the way it is.

I don’t want to pay more taxes.” Another 99 said “Fulfill our full obligations in the most cost effective manner.”

Many said there is no option, so why ask the question?

A follow-up accessibility question centred on the museum, with many saying it needs to be done but don’t make it a priority if possible.

On environmental obligations, slightly more people said to do as the province demands, while others said to do no more work – taxes are too high. Many said to fix the roads first; more said to keep “our beautiful surroundings” because it is one of the town’s strongest features.

On providing grants to worthy causes, such as the Gillies Grove and Haiti Relief Fund, most, 155, said no; 110 said “within reason.”

Many suggested it is a personal decision. Others said it could be done for local disasters. (Coun. Lyle Anderson will ask council to approve $1,000 for Japan earthquake relief during the March 28 council meeting.)

On paying more taxes for improved snow removal, 211 said no, while 60 said within reason. Many praised the current service level, while a few complained too much salt is spread.

On spending more for garbage/recycling service, 222 said no while 46 said within reason. Many said the town is doing a fine job, even when it comes to the fewer pick-ups in winter.

Many also said they are willing to pay more for hazardous waste pick-up. However, some said an annual pick-up of large items and a drop-off for batteries are needed.

Should the town utilize short-term tax incentives to encourage economic development and increase future tax revenues?

Respondents voted for new residential development, seniors housing, social housing, new commercial development, redevelopment of existing commercial properties and industrial development.

Many said to “go slow” with residential development. Others said social housing and senior housing should be kept separate.

The last question asked about paying more to stimulate community projects.

Listed from first to last are: downtown core; community square and farmers’ market; expand waterfront; and home for performing arts. Comments that followed discussed getting a better garbage contract, denying town staff wage increases, and suggesting that Arnprior’s taxes compare unfavourably with Ottawa’s.

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Arnprior ďŹ rst in Canada to have AWOS SHERRY HAAIMA The Saab weather reporting system uses cutting-edge technology to provide realtime weather data and Arnprior is lucky enough to have the ďŹ rst tower in all of Canada, say ofďŹ cials. “This one will be used as a demonstration site and for the beneďŹ t of Arnprior,â€? said David MacPhail, director of ATS Technology Systems. He joined three Saab ofďŹ cials in Arnprior for about a week in February for the installation.

ATS Technology Systems is involved in the sales, installation and maintenance of meteorological and environmental monitoring systems, services and training. Basically, ATS Technology Systems is the weather instrument branch of the company, explained MacPhail.

The AWOS (automated weather observing system) is a welcome addition to the Arnprior Airport and an exciting technological development. “AWOS is already in wide use around the world,� said MacPhail.

Airport manager Dan Lynch explained that Arnprior was chosen among the three communities

ATS considered.

Cornwall and Carp were also in the running. All the airport had to provide was a concrete slab, hydro and outlets at a cost of about $3,000.

The tower has been set up for a trial period of one year, after which the airport can buy it – an unlikely option.

But, said Lynch, the airport commission will certainly look to Nav Canada, Transport Canada and even the Ministry of the Environment to see if there are any funding options or possible deals.

In the event the tower does move after a year, said Lynch, the slab and outlets will be used for power washing airplanes in summer and to plug in aircraft in the winter.

The outlets can also be used to power the airport’s mobile fueler for ski planes.

The tower measures wind speed and direction, temperature, humidity, pressure and other weather variables critical for pilots.

The closest weather reporting towers up to this point are at Ottawa or Petawawa.

Approaching pilots were required to either check in via ra-

ATS Technology Systems director David MacPhail shows off the control box that holds many of the vital components of the system.

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ATS Technology Systems director David MacPhail and Leif Bergman, export sales manager for Saab, stand before the 10-metre tower AWOS (automated weather observing system) that is the ďŹ rst of its kind in Canada. dio with the airport, or when nobody was on duty, check wind co-ordinates upon arrival. ‘The system is going to be so neat for pilots,â€? said Lynch. The data is useful to more than just pilots, too, and can help track environmental and other useful trends.

Already, ofďŹ cials from the City of Pembroke have visited to check out the system, said Lynch.

Having the Swedish ofďŹ cials and MacPhail around for a week during the installation was a great experience, too, said Lynch. The Swedes were presented with Arnprior Airport hats complete with their names embroidered, a gesture that was much appreciated by the visitors, who were off to their

next AWOS installation in South Africa.

The 10-metre high retractable tower is designed for ease of maintenance – it’s collapsible so any time work has to be done, it can be lowered to the ground. “No one has to climb these towers,� says MacPhail.

There were no major problems with the work in Arnprior and MacPhail was pleased to report the project was running smoothly “It’s gone very well actually. We blocked a full week to complete the installation and we’re pretty much on track with where we wanted to be,� said MacPhail.

The tower comes at little cost to the airport or town since it is going to be used as a demo site and in terms of total costs,

it varies from site to site. “It’s difďŹ cult to put a speciďŹ c dollar ďŹ gure on it,â€? said MacPhail. “But ballpark for the hardware for a basic AWOS system is $100,000 to $150,000.â€?

The Saab system in particular is very exible, explained MacPhail. It can be adapted to incorporate existing systems Leif Bergman, export sales manager for Saab, said he enjoyed his ďŹ rst visit to Canada and hopes it’s the ďŹ rst of many. The Arnprior job marks Bergman’s 96th AWOS installation.

He said the town will most deďŹ nitely beneďŹ t from the new system, which has all the latest technology. “You’ve got the most equipped mast in the world,â€? said Bergman.

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Continued from front In a gathering Monday, the River Drive subcommittee welcomed visitors from Quebec to discuss the heritage craft flotilla that will celebrate the lumbering history on Chats Lake by crossing from Norway Bay to Braeside June 25 for festivities at Red Pine Bay. Committee chairman Daniel Q. Smith said the event has “so much potential for growth and to bring tourism to the area.” He added that it will also provide an opportunity to clean up the beach at Red Pine Bay and dispel the myth that the area is not good for swimming.

The effort can play a major role in promoting recognition of the importance of preserving the environment, which will be extremely valuable to the future of the township, he said.

Bristol Mayor Brent Orr said the river drive fits in with the vision of developing attractions in the Pontiac and area so visitors stay for a few days instead of

passing through.

“It makes sense to utilize both sides of the river and make Chats Falls the destination,” said McNab-Braeside Mayor Mary Campbell. “It needs a lot going on to make people stay on the river.”

Dave Lemkay, who is playing a major role in bringing the last operating steam alligator boat to the county and the township, noted the “river does not separate us, but it joins us.”

Four days before the River Drive committee met at Campbell’s home, the Scottish Festival committee met at the McNab-Braeside township office to work on plans for the Calling of the Clans Ceilidh June 23 and the festival June 26 at the Waba Cottage Museum.

The committees planning the events welcome new members.

More information, such as meeting dates and times, is available at the McNab-Braeside municipal office and soon on the township website.

TOWNSHIP OF McNAB-BRAESIDE 5,000 RIDES AND COUNTING Photo by Sherry Haaima

The Arnprior-Braeside-McNab Seniors at Home Care Coach recently marked its 5,000th trip and to celebrate the milestone the lucky passenger received free passes for future rides. From left are Seniors at Home program and fundraising co-ordinator Susan Sarsfield, coach driver Colin Borshevsky, winning client June Chaplin of Autumn Leaves Lodge of Braeside and Seniors at Home executive director Dennis Harrington. Plans are now in the works for the Care Coach’s biggest annual fundraiser, the Dare to Care Telethon on May 15. For more, see Page 26.

Cat problem prompts talk of cull JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

A complaint about a growing number of wild cats in the Braeside area has prompted discussion about reviving a live trapping program that occurred in 2002.

McNab-Braeside council discussed the matter Tuesday, before deciding to wait for an official written complaint before taking any action.

A complainant called the township to report that the feral cat population is on the rise in the Proper-Centre street area because a cat lover is feeding abandoned felines.

Deputy clerk Connie Graham noted a similar complaint in 2002 resulted in 23 cats being live-trapped in that area.

Despite the perception the trapped cats found new homes, most were euthanized because they were diseased, said Mayor Mary Campbell.

She said the problem is two-pronged.

As the Arnprior Humane Society, which is already overun with cats, isn’t accepting stray cats from the township, there is nowhere for people to take them, she said.

Furthermore, there is nowhere to spay

and neuter them, so the cat population continues to grow, she added.

Campbell said that while there has only been one complaint so far, other neighbours “are probably suffering in silence.”

Therefore, council needs to determine if there should be a cull of cats in the area and see if there are any measures “that would avoid this unfortunate situation in the future,” she said.

“But first we need to determine how serious the problem is,” she said, adding that if there is just one complainant, the township will not likely to be spending taxpayers’ dollars to address the situation. “But if there is a problem, we should nip it in the bud,” she stressed.

Coun. Brad McIlquham said that if council receives an official written complaint it should ask the township bylaw enforcement officer to determine how serious the problem is. He’s more qualified than other staff, he said, adding, “we need to do this properly.”

Graham noted that council has discussed a couple of years ago the possibility of a cat bylaw to tackle the problem, but agreed it wasn’t wise to create a bylaw that would affect the whole township because of problems in one small area.

McNab-Braeside to have township, museum booths at Expo McNab-Braeside council has agreed that it will have a booth in the municipal tent at County Expo 150.

As some township officials, including two councillors, have promised to

help with the Waba Museum booth at the Expo, the township needs volunteers to help staff the booth June 9 to 12.

The township will be sharing manpower with

the Horton booth next door.

Deputy Mayor Christine Blimkie is overseeing the organization of the booth.

“It’s important for us to be there,” she said.

SUMMER STUDENT EMPLOYMENT Park Maintenance - One (1) Position 40 hours per week for 17 weeks (weekend work required) beginning May 2nd, 2011. Individual required to assist with general maintenance of various parks and sports facilities throughout the Township. Experience with small motor equipment considered an asset. Valid Driver’s Licence required.

Park Attendant - One (1) Position 35 hours per week for 11 weeks (weekend work required) beginning June 13th, 2011. Individual required to collect fees and maintain facilities at the Burnstown Beach.

Park Maintenance/Park Attendant - One (1) Position 35 hours per week for 17 weeks (weekend work required) beginning May 2nd, 2011. Individual required to collect fees and maintain facilities at the Burnstown Beach. Individual also required to assist with general maintenance of various parks and sports facilities throughout the Township. Experience with small motor equipment considered an asset. Valid Driver’s Licence required.

Please submit resumes to the undersigned clearly marked with the job title you are applying for, no later than Thursday, April 7th, 2011 at 1:00 p.m.

Noreen C. Mellema, CMO Chief Administrative Officer Township of McNab/Braeside 2508 Russett Drive R.R.#2, Arnprior Ontario K7S 3G8 Phone 613-623-5756, ext. 222 We thank all applicants, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information and any supporting material will be administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

Arnprior council has approved a request by the Elgin Street Farmers’ Market to move from Wednesday to Saturday.

Council received a letter Monday from Claude Dallaire representing the vendors and Jim Wright of the downtown Business Improvement Association making the request.

They pointed out that after two meetings, as detailed in a story in last week’s Chronicle-Guide, the majority of the vendors have agreed the market should run from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays instead of Wednesdays. They also asked that the season be extended to run from May 28 to Oct. 8.

Despite suggestions the market should be moved to the parking lot behind Shoppers Drug Mart or to the Curling Club property, the majority of vendors feel the market should stay on the south side of Elgin Street starting at John Street and extending toward Daniel. However, the question of location will be raised again prior to next year’s season.

The number of parking spots used will depend on the number of vendors. With two vendors taking up a parking spot, there could be up to 10 stalls used, as the market is looking to increase participation to as many as 20 vendors.

The pair asked that the town’s formal approval of the requests be sent to the BIA, official sponsor of the Farmers’ Market.

Now that approval has been given, the market will begin actively seeking vendors, musicians and food service providers who want to participate in the Saturday market.

NDP to hold farmers roundtable The New Democrats of Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke are holding a Farmers Roundtable discussion on government policy for a sustainable future in the riding Saturday, April 2.

All interested people are invited to the Cobden Agricultural Hall from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The meeting will begin with guest speakers Reuben Stone, Ian McGregor and Jennifer Doleman highlighting how they are meeting the challenges of today’s agricultural industry. After lunch will be presentations from the National Farmers Union, Ontario Federation of Agriculture, and the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario, outlining the primary issues facing farmers today.

People are asked to register in advance by contacting Eric at 613622-5719 or emailing ericreidburton@gmail.com.

TV anchor to speak at farmers night

The Arnprior Lions will hold their annual tribute to farmers Thursday, March 24.

CJOH Television news reporter and weekend anchor Catherine Lathem, who grew up on a farm in

the Carp area and now lives in Arnprior, will be the guest speaker.

The Farmers Night dinner will be held at 7 p.m. in the Arnprior Masonic Hall.

Tickets cost $15 and are available

at M & R Feeds, Span Seed & Feed, Sox Plus in the Arnprior Mall, Valley Heritage Radio or from any Arnprior Lions Club member.

For more information, call Bob or Brenda Bennett at 613-624-5363.

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OPINION

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EDITORIAL

Man the most dangerous predator

Irish (and more) for a day

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t. Patrick’s Day is celebrated the world over, in countless countries by countless cultures. It is no longer a solemn religious ceremony or an act of political defiance. It is about family and friends getting together to share a few of the more popular aspects of a cherished people. On this day, March 17, we are all Irish.

It is our hope the same will be said one day in the near or not-too-distant future about other celebrations. And it seems that is happening already. Many non-Chinese participate in the twoweek Spring Festival. Non-Indians are welcome to join “Diwali” or the Festival of Lights. Even “Eid al-Adha” or Festival of Sacrifice is something more and more non-Muslims have come to recognize in western countries. However, it is the Irish we have to thank for leading the way when it comes to sharing cultural traditions.

Saint Patrick (c. AD 387-461) is the most commonly recognized of the patron saints of Ireland.

Little is known of his early life, though he was born into a wealthy Romano-British family in Roman Britain. At 16 he was kidnapped by Irish raiders and taken to western Ireland.

In 432, he said he was called back to Ireland as a bishop to Christianize the Irish and “save” them from their native polytheism.

Many of Irish heritage today know much of the history associated with St. Patrick’s Day. The point in bringing it up is not to enlighten, but to show that – many hundreds of years later, in a land far away from the Emerald Isle – the culture and tradition remains strong. It even grows.

The same will likely be the case for the Chinese, various Indian cultures, and the followers of Islam. So it should come as no surprise to those who mouth the refrain “they should become Canadian. They should accept our culture and leave that other stuff behind” – that it won’t happen. And it shouldn’t happen.

Culture and a certain fondness, even loyalty, to one’s birth country, is a strong and positive force. Again, even for those who weren’t born in Ireland, whose parents or even grandparents weren’t born there, they still count themselves among the “Irish for a day.” As it should be.

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.

LETTERS

Money was donated to maintain the Grove To the editor: This letter refers to the article ‘Grove owner asks for funding’ in the March 10 Chronicle-Guide.

In responding to the NCC’s request for $2,000 in funding, McNab-Braeside council asked about the donated money still left over from the Save-the-Grove campaign.

Nature Conservancy of Canada’s Brenda Van Sleeuwen said that “the revived Land Conservancy Association has its own projects for that money ...”

As one of the many fundraisers and contributors to the $500,000 raised to purchase and maintain Gillies Grove, it is appalling to hear that such funds would be spent on anything other than maintenance of the Grove.

Donations come from across Canada, including many from this area as well as bequests.

To suggest these funds would be used on anything but saving the Grove would be a betrayal of the trust of those who donated.

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Editor in Chief Deb Bodine deb.bodine@metroland.com 613-221-6210 Managing Editor Jason Marshall jason.marshall@metroland.com 613-221-6210 Associate Editor John Carter john.carter@metroland.com 613-623-6571 ext. 28 Reporter Sherry Haaima sherry.haaima@metroland.com 613-623-6571 ext. 25 Reporter Derek Dunn derek.dunn@metroland.com 613-623-6571 ext. 26

Without question, the Save the Grove Committee (became the Land Preservation Society of the Ottawa Valley) raised $500,000 for the purchase and maintenance of Gillies Grove.

A reliable source in TLPSOV states the funds in the bank will be used for ongoing Grove maintenance and the group intends to ramp up fundraising for that purpose.

McNab-Braeside might want to ask a follow-up question. When TLPSOV turned over the $400,000 to purchase the Grove, did they not feel obliged to honour the ongoing maintenance wishes of donors?

Jayne Gillies (her name speaks for itself) donated years of her time and finances to saving the Grove.

We must not betray that trust placed in all of us to continue to save the Grove.

Russell Corbett Arnprior

To the editor: According to Alan Mills (Chronicle-Guide, Feb. 24), it is nobody’s else’s business whether he and his customers want to have a little friendly competition killing coyotes.

And anyone who disagrees with his opinion must certainly have a personal vendetta against him.

I do not think that the media, nor the public, is that easily manipulated.

I have been an unwilling witness to the behaviour these illegal contests are encouraging and supporting. I have seen infractions of the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, yet neither the police nor the MNR are willing to deal with this issue.

It is against the law to pursue or harass animals from vehicles, yet I have witnessed this happening from skidoos, four-wheelers and trucks. It is against the law to trespass, yet it is happening.

I have seen a coyote being chased by dogs, with the hunter following in his truck, with no regard for public safety when the animals crossed a public roadway.

Yet these hunting enthusiasts are the first to say to pet owners who have lost their animals to hunters, oh well, your dog shouldn’t be at large.

Talk about hypocrisy.

It is the sense of entitlement that bothers me the most.

Other’s rights are not considered.

I used to enjoy walking the fields with my dog, but times have changed.

I am now very aware that the most dangerous predator out there has two legs and a gun.

Lynda Craig Metcalfe

A prayer from Chile, not chili To the editor: I read the Chronicle-Guide every week.

I like this local newspaper a lot.

The photo on page 36 in this week’s (March 10) paper talks about a theme for World Day of Prayer written by people from Chili.

I always thought we ate chili?

Don’t they mean the country ‘Chile’ ?

Let’s try to get it right.

Bob Graham Arnprior Editor’s note: You are so right. The mistake was picked up in the proofing, but somehow the correction wasn’t made on the page. We’re embarrassed.

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LETTERS

Don’t let political grudges stop heritage designation Voters speak for Gallant

To the editor: Designating the Ottawa River as a heritage river is an opportunity to market and better showcase its historical significance, renowned sections of whitewater, cliffs and pristine forests, something that would provide economic benefit to Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke.

A Canadian Heritage River designation brings recognition and status to Canada’s important rivers. The system as a whole is promoted nationally and internationally.

The first Canadian Heritage River was the French River in Ontario, designated in 1986. The Mattawa River followed in 1988. There are now 41 heritage rivers across Canada.

The effort to obtain heritage river designation for the Ottawa River began in 2003.

Former long-time Liberal MP Len Hopkins was a tireless champion of the river and the efforts to have the river designated as a heritage river.

Canadian Heritage River will not give either the federal or provincial governments any power over the river that they don’t already have, and may well enhance property values along the river.

To date, the designation process has been marked by co-operation without regard for political affiliation.

I certainly hope that past partisan grudges are not being harboured to the detriment of the constituents of this riding and the many volunteers who have worked so hard to earn this designation for the Ottawa River.

Canada honours and respects its leading rivers by distinguishing them as heritage rivers – places of great pride and importance to Canadians.

Surely the Mighty Ottawa is an important and leading river deserving of this recognition.

The nomination was submitted in 2006 and approved by the board. The province of Ontario signed off on the designation in 2009.

Since then, the nomination papers have been sitting in Ottawa awaiting signature by three successive federal Conservative environment ministers.

In 2006, Quebec withdrew from the process without raising any objections to the nomination. Local media reports confirmed the Quebec government simply had other priorities.

We should respect Quebec’s decision not to participate in the process, but it doesn’t mean we should not independently move forward when the designation is a priority for the people in our riding.

All protective actions on Canadian Heritage Rivers depend on existing laws and regulations, and respect the rights of Aboriginal peoples, communities, private landowners, and other stakeholders.

Designating the Ottawa River as a

Christine Tabbert, federal Liberal candidate Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke

THANK YOU

FOR A SUCCESSFUL 2010 CAMPAIGN Our Many Community Donors & Volunteers

AECL – Chalk River

CFB Petawawa

KI – Pembroke

Pemco Inc.

Pillar5 Pharma - Arnprior

Allen Vanguard Corp. - Pembroke

Federal Government Departments & Agencies

Ontario Government Ministries & Agencies

Defence Construction Canada

Bernadette McCann House for Women

Algonquin College – Pembroke

Family & Children’s Services

Renfrew County Health Unit

Carefor Health & Community Services

Scotiabank – Pembroke

Community Care Access – Renfrew County

Township of Laurentian Valley

McKay Manor – Renfrew

Petawawa Military Family Resource Centre

Canada Post – Renfrew County

Deep River & District Hospital

GE Hitachi Nuclear - Arnprior

Bell Technical Solutions – Renfrew County

Arnprior Service Centre – New Flyer Industries

Donald E. Broome Cobden

THANK YOU

TO EMPLOYEE / WORKPLACE PARTNERS FOR A SUCCESSFUL 2010 CAMPAIGN

Moncion Grocers – Petawawa Market

To the editor: It seems another critic has arisen in the person of Colin Howard, whose letter in the Feb. 3 Chronicle (after attempting to occupy the high ground) began critiquing a letter I published with a selfserving litany of subjective opinions, observations, interpretations, and recommendations.

Yet Mr. Howard did not address one issue I raised regarding Hec Clouthier’s arrogant tirade at the Pembroke outdoor Sportsman’s club – his lame duck excuse that he only voted for the gun registry because he was forced to, nor did he mention the regular accusations and innuendoes Hector publishes (or has others publish) deriding Cheryl Gallant.

Instead Howard employed the same strategy all letter-writing Liberals use when trying to divert attention away from the issues I raise, by attacking, instead, my writing style.

As for his snide reference to my describing Mrs. Gallant as “the sweetest breath of fresh air ever to waft across County politics,” I believe 29,908 voters will concur.

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Germania Club of Pembroke

Giant Tiger – Pembroke

Giesebrecht’s – Petawawa

Hebert’s Screenprint & Trophy

John Yakabuskie – MPP

Killaloe Freshmart

Molson Breweries

Moncion Grocers – Pembroke Market

Moncion Grocers – Riverside Market

Moncion Grocers – Petawawa Market

National Grocers – Pembroke

Neil Schutz Tents

Boys & Girls Club of Pembroke

Pembroke Golf Club

SRB Technologies

Star 96 FM

MY-FM Radio

Valley Heritage Radio

United Steelworkers, Local 1-1000

Bernadette McCann House for Women Inc.

Petawawa Military Family Resource Centre

Tim Horton’s - Pembroke

Turbo Graphics

Wendy’s Restaurant – Pembroke

CFB Petawawa Base Kitchens

Killaloe & Area Lions Club

Copy House

Cassidy’s Transfer & Storage

Police Foundations Students – Algonquin College - Pembroke

Madawaska Golf Club

The Smith Family – Laurentian Valley

Mayor Janice Visneskie, Killaloe, Hagarty & Richards Twp.

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Yuill’s Valumart

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Arnprior planner Robin Smith and economic development officer Erin Clark spoke to Greater Arnprior Chamber of Commerce members last week at a breakfast meeting at the Arnprior library.

Major Lotto Max win rumours unfounded Despite rumours sweeping Arnprior that the winning ticket for last Friday’s Lotto Max jackpot was won by a local factory worker, the holders of a $50-million ticket were three men who worked together in a Brampton bakery.

The second-place winner, Allan Seeben of Stratford claimed $1.2 million. However, it’s possible one of the lucky ticket-holders of the 11 Lotto Max MaxMillions prizes of $1 million each is from Arnprior.

ARNPRIOR LIONS CLUB

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Photo by Sherry Haaima

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Catherine Lathem of CTV News Arnprior Masonic Hall 31 James St., Arnprior Tickets are $15 each *they will be available at M&R Feeds, Sox Plus and 5 Span Feed & Seed or from any Lions Club Member.

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DEVELOPMENT UPDATE Smith outlined the various draft approved plans of subdivision that are on the books.

“Things are pushing quite quickly ahead,” said Smith of many of the ongoing developments.

The Village Creek (Pegasus/ Olympia) project on Vanjumar and Russett Drive was draft approved in 2005 and has a lapsing date in July 2011. The development consists of 119 singles, 153 rowhouse units, a park and a couple of storm ponds.

The Deerwood Estates development (River Ridge Phase V) on an extension of Arthur Street was draft approved in July 2006.

This phase involves 11 singles.

The Ecocove (LivingEasy Homes) development at Jack Crescent and Madawaska Boulevard was draft approved in July 2006 and has a lapsing date that’s been extended to July 2011.

The Callahan Farms Campanale Homes development at Baskin Drive was draft approved in October 2010 and has a lapsing date in October 2013.

It consists of 158 singles, 36 semi-detached, 42 bungalow rowhouses and 88 two-storey rowhouses.

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Arnpriorites, look around.

What would your first impression of the town be?

This summer, town officials and community members will have a good idea of general first impressions of the area upon completion of the First Impressions Community Exchange.

Economic development officer Erin Clark joined Arnprior planner Robin Smith at the March 8 Greater Arnprior Chamber of Commerce meeting for an update of development projects. Clark also filled in the Arnprior downtown Business Improvement Association on the program at its annual meeting later that day.

Clark explained that it’s been some time since the initial application to the program.

“After about a year and a half of trying to get a match we did manage to get one,” said Clark, who announced Arnprior will be matched with Kemptville.

First Impressions is a free program run by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, explained Clark, who described it as a secret shoppertype program that helps provide each community with genuine feedback about their town.

“I don’t even know when our match community is going to be visiting here,” said Clark.

She is working on recruiting eight to 10 volunteers who will eventually visit Kemptville, a town similar to Arnprior with a large commuter population.

Volunteers, ideally, should not be familiar with Kemptville, and should be willing to spend a few hours in the community and give an outsider’s perspective.

“You’re kind of blinded to not only your community’s weaknesses but also its strengths,” said Clark.

Initiatives like First Impressions, along with the recent Community Improvement Plan

unveiled by the town and also reviewed at the breakfast meeting, will help improve the town as a whole.

“First Impressions helps identify concrete projects for both private and publicly-owned properties,” said Clark.

In addition, the data from projects like First Impressions can be helpful in accessing government help.

“It helps to build a case when you’re looking for outside funding,” said Clark.

Volunteer training will happen in April with the actual visits planned for May. A final report and slide presentation will likely take place in late June.

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Arnprior matched for community exchange sherry.haaima@metroland.com

Of the 11 $1-million tickets sold in last Friday night’s draw, one was bought in Ottawa.

Three of the tickets were sold in Ontario (Toronto, Woodbridge and Ottawa), while two others were sold in Quebec.

This Friday’s Lotto Max draw is worth $31 million.

Meanwhile, someone in the area is reported to have won $50,000 on a Crossword card.

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LEAKY LEGION ROOF The reason for the Arnprior Legion’s roof fundraiser campaign was apparent last Friday when water began to pour in during the melt. Despite the Legion clearing snow off two weeks ago, the water came in through the leaky roof into the upstairs office, main floor lounge and the basement. Left, in the office, Legion member Jimmy Whitty bails water as Doug Smith waits with another bucket. Above, in the lounge, Smith holds a bucket under the drips in front of the roof fund sign. The roof has been leaking for about two months, but never as bad as Friday. The Legion is trying to raise $20,000 to help pay for a new shingle roof. The first major fundraiser is today (Thursday) with a St. Patrick’s Day bash. There is family entertainment from 2 to 6 p.m. with Kyle Felhaver & Friends, fiddlers and stepdancers. Pam and Doug Champagne will entertain from 7 to 11 p.m. A donation jar has been set up at the Legion with almost $1,000 raised so far.

Photos by John Carter

On March 11, an 8.9 magnitude earthquake hit Japan living hundreds of people dead, and many more injured or missing.

Canadians wishing to help support relief efforts underway are encouraged to contribute through: Canadian Red Cross, 1-800-418-1111, or texting the word ASIA to 30333 make a one-time donation of $5, www.redcross.ca;

UNICEF Canada, 1-800-567-4483 or texting the word GIVE to 45678, www.unicef.ca;

World Vision Canada, 1-800-844-7993, www. worldvision.ca;

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Application for Consent IN THE MATTER of Section 53, Chapter P.13 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990; and IN THE MATTER of an application for consent with respect to the following: Owner: Agent: Location: Marcel Girard, left, plays Felix Ungar while Dave Anthony, right, stars as Oscar Madison in the Prior Players production of The Odd Couple.

Players mark 20th with return of the Odd Couple The Prior Players first curtain call in 1991 introduced theatre to Arnprior with Neil Simon’s comedy The Odd Couple.

Twenty years later, Oscar and Felix et al will stir up laughter in the Christian Education Centre once again.

The Prior Players have involved many community members over their 20 years.

The current executive and members are hoping many of the alumni come out to this spring’s performance.

Instead of dinner theatre, the Prior Players are inviting patrons to celebrate with them at each intermission with a ‘New York’ themed party.

Theatre patrons will get a chance to watch a slide show of past performances

while enjoying music and Manhattan style snacks.

With a cast of eight consisting of previous performers and new talent, this play is sure to please.

The cast includes Dave Anthony as Oscar Madison, Marcel Girard as Felix Ungar, Debbie Reid as Cecily Pigeon, Charlotte Leitch as Gwendolyn Pigeon, Chris Tonkin as Speed, Marc Reid as Roy, Don Lacasse as Vinnie and Rich Peters as Murray.

Performances are May 6, 7, 13 and 14 at the Christian Education Centre.

For more information, call the Prior Players at 613-623-5585 or e-mail priorplayers@gmail.com.

SHROVE PANCAKES Geoff Barnes doles out pancakes to Richard Hollingsworth at the Arnprior Anglican Church Women’s Shrove Tuesday pancake supper at Carleton Reid Hall March 8. Also serving are Liz Barnes and Gloria Goold. The supper, which attracted a large crowd, is one of several events at Emmanuel Anglican Church taking on special significance this year because it’s the church’s 150th anniversary.

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2220544 Ontario Inc. David Simpson Fourth Avenue, Legally described as Part of Lots 3 & 4, Concession C

Purpose and Effect of Consent Application: The purpose of the application is to sever part of Lots 3 & 4, Concession C, to create two residential lots for the development of two residential blocks. The property to be retained contains the parking area for 124 Fourth Avenue (to be relocated) and the Optimists Park and surrounding vacant lands for future residential development.

The applications for severance propose to sever: B1 - an area of approximately 0.08 ha with a frontage of 27 metres on Fourth Avenue and a lot depth of 30.5 metres, proposed to accommodate a semi-detached dwelling; and B2 - an area of approximately 0.17 ha with a frontage of 58 metres on Fourth Avenue and a lot depth of 30.5 metres, proposed to accommodate 7 row house units.

The retained portion will have an area of approximately 4. 5 ha of land, having a combined frontage of 90 metres on Fourth Avenue with an irregular shape.

The effect of the proposed severances is the division of the existing property to create two parcels to be developed in the future as multiple dwellings.

TAKE NOTICE THAT the consent applications will be heard by the Committee of Adjustment for the Town of Arnprior on Wednesday, April 6th, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. The hearing will be held in the Council Chambers, Arnprior Town Hall, 105 Elgin Street West, Arnprior, ON. A key plan is attached. Applications B1/11 and B2/11 and additional related information are available in the Planning office for inspection during regular office hours.

Please note that a former owner made similar applications in 2009 (B6/09 and B7/09) however the approval lapsed prior to finalizing the consents.

You are entitled to attend this Public Hearing in person to express your views about the application or you may be represented by Counsel for this purpose.

If you wish to make written comments on this application, they may be forwarded to the Secretary-Treasurer of the Committee of Adjustment at the address below.

If you do not attend the hearing, it may proceed in your absence. If you wish to be notified of the decision of the Town of Arnprior Committee of Adjustment in respect of the proposed consent, you must make a written request to the Town of Arnprior Committee of Adjustment.

If a person or public body that files an appeal of a decision of the Town of Arnprior Committee of Adjustment in respect of the proposed consent does not make a written submission to the Town of Arnprior Committee of Adjustment before it gives or refuses to give a provisional consent, the Ontario Municipal Board may dismiss the appeal.

Dated this 17th day of March, 2011.

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AJ Charbonneau helps free the children in Kenya Community members invited to help out with campaign to help less fortunate AJ Charbonneau Public School invites the community to donate to Free the Children during the week of March 21, and help in its efforts this school year to raise $8,700 for the organization.

The school is focusing on the theme collaboration this year and has incorporated it into their Free the Children efforts.

Faculty and staff are collaborating to put on a Friendship Feast Friday, March 25.

Teachers are bringing in all the ingredients for a spaghetti lunch. All students can participate in this lunch by giving a donation. Teachers, students and members of the community will all be sat in long rows of tables, similar to the Great Hall at Hogwarts, to eat their spaghetti lunch together.

The Friendship Feast is one of many fundraisers the school is putting on throughout the school year.

Vicki Toner, one of the teachers facilitating Free the Children, explained that each classroom has been fundraising individually throughout the school year.

Some classes have had bake sales, while others have had jewelry sales.

Pencils were donated to the school for ‘Pencil Grams’; students can buy one for a friend and all proceeds go to Free the Children. At Christmastime, students and teachers were able to ‘Buy a Brick’.

This was a great Christmas gift and many children asked for a brick for Christmas. When a brick was bought, the receiver was given a card explaining the purpose of the brick.

Toner says students and teachers alike are excited about Free the Children. The organization provides activities that incorporate the curriculum of all age groups.

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Each class is learning a song in drama for the end of the year play, Planting Trees of Kenya.

Together, all the classes for the school will come together and collaborate for the play. Members of the community and

other schools will be invited to attend by donation.

Toner says the notion of children helping children appealed to them and that the entire school is excited about

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Students consider it a safe environment to learn where they will not feel judged for asking a question or not understanding a concept.

Homework Help is being used by students for help with answering homework questions, reviewing material from previous grades, and preparing for tests and exams.

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Of these students, over 400 have visited the chat rooms more than 3,200 times and have asked 955 questions in the first four months of the pilot.

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The Renfrew County District School Board has been taking part in the ‘Homework Help’ pilot project, which provides free, anonymous, online math help to all students in Grades 7 to 10 for the 2010-11 school year.

This pilot has received great reviews from the parents, teachers and students involved.

Homework Help is funded by the Ministry of Education and is currently running in 31 school boards across Ontario.

The website allows students to get one-on-one tutoring from Ontario teachers from Sunday to Thursday between 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., after school hours, when teachers or parents are unavailable to help.

Interactive tutorials are available to help them work through common areas of difficulty, and Best Sessions and Listen & Learns, which allow them to watch recordings of lessons and tutoring sessions on a wide variety of math topics.

A glossary of math terms, which includes steps on how to solve specific types of problems, is also available through Homework Help.

Students have reacted positively and have the chance to provide feedback via an exit survey after finishing a tutoring session.

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ADHS picks up silver medal at Music Fest SHERRY HAAIMA sherry.haaima@metroland.com

The pilot instrumental music program that began last September at Renfrew Collegiate Intermediate School and Morison Public School is extending to the remaining intermediate schools in the county in September 2011.

The Renfrew County District School Board is using the ‘Program Enhancement Grant’ to implement the instrumental music program for all Grade 7 and 8 students.

“Our music program is a direct result of our board’s mission to create an outstanding education experience for students,” says director of education Roger Clarke, “I’m proud that our board has a long-term vision to expand and enhance student engagement through innovative programming.”

Students are learning to play

trumpets, trombones, flutes, clarinets, baritones, saxophones and percussion instruments.

Many students were excited to hear about the instrumental music program coming to their schools.

The RCDSB is excited to begin the program in the rest of the schools this. It will be the start of creating pathways for artists and long-term capacity for elementary music education in the county.

Early musical training helps develop brain areas involved in language and reasoning. Author and former executive director of the Norwalk Youth Symphony, Carolyn Phillips, outlines additional benefits of music education on the Norwalk Youth Symphony website: 12 Benefits of Music Education.

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The Arnprior District High School senior concert band had an excellent showing at the recent Capital Region Music Fest, coming away with the silver standing.

“Our 38 dedicated group members played an excellent program to an enthusiastic audience,” Maria Pecora and Alyssa Brown at says ADHS music teacher Frank the Capital Region Music Fest.

Pecora.

It’s the 13th silver medal for the Ruddy and Alyssa Brown who school’s senior band in the past acted as emcees for the concert 20 years, explains Pecora. The band segment of the festival, ADHS crew has earned four gold which ran Feb. 24 to 27.

Also of note is a special honand three bronze medals over the years, along with two gold med- our bestowed upon band memals at additional festivals, includ- ber Mariah Fridgen, who is this year’s senior band honour award ing last spring in Halifax.

Pecora is quite pleased with recipient.

“In a band full of excellent the success of his students.

“Congratulations to the band character it is a truly remarkfor their attention to detail and able accomplishment to be chotheir professional preparation sen by your peers based on your dedication, friendliness, helpfuland conduct,” he said.

Pecora also expressed his ness and leadership skills,” said thanks to Dan Palubiskie, Anna Pecora.

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Director James Harrison, a former Arnprior resident, had planned to film scenes of his movie Silver Lining at the cemetery on River Road west of Arnprior this week.

However, he has decided to shoot the scenes at an Ajax cemetery near Toronto instead, citing the high cost of fuel as the reason not to bring the crew to Arnprior.

Harrison, of New Player Pictures, did say he would be interested in holding a premier performance of the film in Arnprior.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY FROM ARNPRIOR Arnprior Legion representative Dan Lynch, left, gets a big smile out of Carleton Place Legion president Iain Davidson after presenting the Carleton Place branch with a clock mounted on wood.

The gift was part of the Carleton Place branch’s 80th anniversary celebration last month. Lynch delivered the clock with a wish: “May time never stop ticking.”

Arnprior Knights of Columbus Council 2082 church director Chris Coady presents a contribution to the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in Braeside. Accepting is the chair of its Parish Pastoral Council Kathy McMahon. The donation will go to the parish’s religious education program. Through the course of each year, the Knights give generous financial support and assistance to a number of worthy causes, both within the community and beyond. The most recent contribution is on top of a $5,000 donation made last year to the restoration of the church bell and construction of the church tower at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish.

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Summer Student Employment Opportunities The Town of Arnprior is currently looking to fill the following student positions for the summer of 2011. All summer student positions shall be filled by students who have been registered as full-time students in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year. Unless otherwise stated, student positions are typically for a period of approximately 16 weeks (May to August) unless otherwise stated. 2010 rates posted - 2011 rates presently under review.

HELPING THE DUCKS A group from the Arnprior & District Fish and Game Club got together Saturday to fabricate 37 wood duck boxes that will be erected throughout the area to promote the nesting success of the ducks. Among those taking part, from left, are Jamie Kucharik, Nick Headrick, Peter Headrick, Murray Hughes and Sean Lalonde. Hilary Lalonde, who took the photograph, also participated in building the boxes. The project is among a number of conservation initiatives undertaken by the club.

Deadline for applications is Monday, March 28, 2011 at 12:00 noon.

POSITION A– Program Assistant (Library) - $ 10.25/hr 35 hrs/wk (Monday – Friday) end of June to end of August – 1 position Student will assist with children’s programming and perform general library duties. An understanding of library procedures and experience with children would be an asset.

POSITION B – Children’s Program Coordinator (Library) - $11.92/hr - Library End of June to end of August 35 hours/wk (Monday – Friday) – 1 position Student will be responsible for running the summer program for the library. Must have experience in children’s programming in a library setting.

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POSITION C – Administrative Assistant - $ 10.25/hr 35 hrs/wk (Monday – Friday) – 1 position The successful candidate will assist in the day to day operation of the administration department.

This position will perform general clerical duties. Experience in an office environment would be considered an asset.

At one time Canada Geese were quite rare in Ontario

POSITION E – Labourer – Public Works - $ 10.25/hr 42.5 hrs/wk (Monday – Friday) - 3 positions Student will assist staff with a variety of duties including road and sidewalk construction/repair, cemetery maintenance, surveying and completing conditions surveys. Experience in construction and operating park maintenance equipment such as lawnmowers, weed eaters etc., will be considered an asset.

morphs, which are blue-gray When I was young each with a white head, were called spring I eagerly documented “Blue Goose.” the return of the birds.

We see more white morphs Spring was official when here.

Eastern Phoebes and LoggerThe smaller and rarer head Shrikes joined the alRoss’s Goose also has two coready returned Canada Geese lour morphs. and Red-winged Blackbirds.

Both are told from Snow While the other species Geese by the lack of a “grinmight still be used as crude baning patch” where the upper rometers of spring’s progress, and lower parts of their much Loggerhead Shrikes sadly are Michael Runtz smaller bills meet. no longer found in our area Most geese seen locally are (with the exception of one deNature’s Way passing through on their way termined pair that has nested to the tundra. near Renfrew in recent years).

When the females arrive on their nestBut geese are certainly here today and they are currently found in much greater ing grounds, their body condition determines the number of eggs they lay. If they numbers than when I was young.

Not just Canada Geese have gone are fat, larger clutches are laid.

In recent years geese are arriving in through a population explosion; Snow Geese, Brant, Ross’s Geese, and the re- great shape as a result of the convercently named Cackling Geese (originally sion of prairie to agricultural land in the thought to be a small race of Canada southwest. Geese now have no trouble finding food during winter.

Goose) have also increased.

As a result, their populations are still At one time Canada Geese were quite rare in Ontario. Jack Miner from Kings- growing.

The millions of geese in the tundra dig ville received great recognition for his conservation efforts in nurturing geese up roots of Goosegrass and other plants. during migration, and encouraging them Like living rototillers they turn smooth mudflats into dishevelled muck. to stay and nest.

This is having a tremendous effect on It is ironic that one of the most honoured “conservationists” of our country the coastline plants, as are goose droppings. was responsible for the destruction of Full of nitrogen, the faeces enrich the countless hawks and eagles.

Because predatory birds ate ducks and soil with nutrients normally found in low geese, they were considered evil and thou- levels. As a result, some plants are becomsands were shot, snared, and poisoned un- ing more numerous while others are on the decline. der the guise of conservation.

The vibrant sounds of migrating geese Hundreds of geese will soon adorn Mississippi and Ottawa River floodplains and and their distinctive V-shaped flocks are very much a sign of spring. wet fields throughout our area.

Enjoy them while you can, for soon afIn recent years Snow Geese have startter will come mosquitoes and black flies, ed making regular appearances.

These attractive geese have two colour signs that spring is slipping into summer! phases.

The Nature Number is 613-387-2503; The white morphs were originally called “Snow Goose” while the “blue” email is mruntz@start.ca

POSITION D – Public Works Assistant – Public Works - $ 10.25/hr 35 hours (Monday – Friday) - 1 position Student will assist staff with a variety of administrative and clerical duties. Experience in Word and Excel and asset. Experience in Environmental Science or Civil Engineering would be considered an asset.

POSITION F –Curatorial Assistant - Museum end of June – end of August (16 hrs/wk) $10.25 Student will assist with children’s programming and perform general museum duties including collection’s management, exhibit design, providing tours to visitors. Computer skills and some knowledge of local and Canadian history would be an asset. Saturday work is required.

POSITION G– Day Camp Counsellors – Camp Wanago - $ 10.25/hr 40 hrs/wk (Monday – Friday) – June 30 – August 22 – 4 positions Parks & Recreation Department requires Day Camp Counsellors to work with “Camp Wanago”; Arnprior’s summer day camp for children. Some weekend work may be required.

POSITION H – Day Camp Coordinator – Camp Wanago - $ 11.92/hr 40 hrs/wk (Monday – Friday) – May 5 – August 22 – 2 position Parks & Recreation Department requires Day Camp Coordinators to work with “Camp Wanago”; Arnprior’s summer day camp for children. Coordinators will also assist with special events planning such as Canada Day. The ideal candidate should be pursuing child-related studies at the university or college level and have extensive experience organizing programs for children and families. Having the use of a vehicle is an asset. Some weekend work may be required POSITION I – Parks Attendant – Parks & Recreation - $ 10.25/hr.

40 hrs/wk (Monday – Friday) - some weekend work may be required - 4 positions Students will be responsible for performing maintenance to all parks, playgrounds, beaches, walking trails and ball diamonds. Minimum grade 11 completion, valid driver’s license, experience with grass cutting equipment and the ability to work well with the public, staff and volunteers will all be considered assets for this position.

POSITION J - Children’s Program Coordinator - Museum mid June – end of August (30 hrs/wk) $11.92 Student will be responsible for all aspects of the children’s program and will be responsible for the Museum when the curator is absent. The individual will assist the curator in daily tasks including the opening and closing of the museum, collections management, gift shop administration, exhibit design and construction and providing tours to visitors. Computer skills and some knowledge of local and Canadian history would be an asset. Saturday work is required.

POSITION K – Horticultural Parks Attendant – Parks & Recreation - $ 13.56 – 16.63 40 hrs/wk (Monday – Friday) - some weekend work may be required - 1 position Student will be responsible for planting and maintaining flower beds in Park system. Knowledge of horticulture, plant identification, integrated pest management and plant heath care essential. Valid driver’s license, experience with grass cutting equipment and the ability to work well with the public, staff and volunteers will all be considered assets for this position.

POSITION L – Capital Asset Accounting Assistant - $ 13.56 – 16.63/hr 35 hrs/wk (Monday – Friday) – 1 position The successful candidate will provide assistance to the Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer with financial information by researching, recording and analyzing the Town of Arnprior’s Tangible Capital Assets. Must be registered in a post-secondary study program with Accounting or Business as a primary study. Must be proficient in Excel and Word.

Cover letters with resumes should indicate the job you are applying for. Please addressed resumes to: Jacquie Farrow-Lawrence, Town Clerk Town of Arnprior 105 Elgin St. W. Arnprior, ON K7S 0A8

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Ottawa Valley Elite series to highlight hockey talent Canada Day hockey series organizer brings spring hockey back to Arnprior SHERRY HAAIMA sherry.haaima@metroland.com

Spring hockey is returning to Arnprior.

Frank Nicholson, one-time owner of the Ottawa Valley Selects and organizer of the popular Canada Day series that used to run in town, has announced the introduction of the Ottawa Valley Elite series.

The event, which will run April 15, 16 and 17 at the Nick Smith Centre, will showcase some of the finest midget-age players in Eastern Ontario and beyond, says Nicholson.

Teams involved in the event include the Arnprior Packers,

the Almonte Thunder and others coming from as far away as the Adirondacks and Lake Placid.

“Just judging from the size of some of these kids, it’ll be an entertaining series,” said Nicholson.

The series involves eight teams in two divisions and Nicholson says he hopes the schedule will be finalized by next week.

The Arnprior team will be made up of players from this year’s midget or junior teams or individuals being considered for next year’s teams.

Nicholson used to run the Ottawa Valley Selects, hosts of the Canada Day hockey series, which started in 1979 and was

FRANK NICHOLSON always a great event.

“At that time it was 10 days long and involved teams from Edmonton, Calgary, all over the

place,” said Nicholson.

There are some 40 or 50 current NHLers who played in the Canada Day series, Nicholson said. Just like the Canada Day tournament, the April series will allow players to display their talents for scouts.

“The central league will likely be scouting it as well as the junior B teams,” said Nicholson.

The best of the best will be taking to the ice so teams should be prepared.

“They better bring their top players because the competition’s going to be good,” he said.

Nicholson said this year’s event will be a trial run and there’s a chance the tournament could be expanded to other divisions.

Recreation director Glenn Arthur is happy to welcome Nich-

olson back to the Nick Smith Centre.

“It’s nice to see spring hockey back,” said Arthur. “It gives the kids a chance to keep playing now that we’ve just finished playoffs and they’re still in really good shape.”

Arnpriorites will have a unique opportunity as spectators, too, said Arthur.

“Arnprior is a hockey town and this will give the hockey fans an opportunity to see some great hockey. There will be some really great talent there,” says Arthur. “ He says the Town of Arnprior can definitely expect economic spinoff from the event with players and spectators frequenting Arnprior’s hotels, gas stations, restaurants and other establishments.

Packers clipped by Renfrew in five games Wolves to face Metro Division champion Clarence Creek Beavers Arnprior Bulldogs goalie Austin Farr skates over to collect his player of the game award after a 10-1 win over Nepean Warriors Saturday at the Nick Smith Centre.

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The Arnprior Bulldogs won four straight games to qualify for the ‘A’ final of the Arnprior Minor Hockey Novice tournament on the weekend.

In an exciting championship game, Petawawa edged out the Bulldogs 5-3.

Teams from all over Eastern Ontario competed in the two-day tournament, including three Arnprior squads, the Bulldogs, Mighty Pucks and Synergy.

“It was a pretty happy time for all of us all weekend,” said Bulldogs coach Stacey McGregor.

The organizers were pleased with all the compliments they received about how well the tourna-

ment was run and how beautiful the facility (Nick Smith Centre) is, he added. “And they loved the breakfast we had set up.”

John Radley was Bulldogs player of the game in the title showdown.

In earlier games, the team’s players of the game were Nolan McGregor, Joel Ryan, Austin Farr and Kylie Ogilvie.

The Bulldogs have also been successful in the playoffs, qualifying for the Valley novice final.

They play Pembroke next week with the winner being the team that earns four points first.

The tournament season is winding down at the Nick Smith Centre, but there is a two-day minor midget competition at the rinks this weekend.

Four goals in the final six minutes spelled doom for the Arnprior Packers Sunday night.

The Renfrew Timberwolves went on to post a 5-1 win before a large crowd at the Nick Smith Centre to capture the 2011 Valley Division title in five games.

The game. however, was much closer than the final score would suggest.

It was 1-0 Renfrew for the longest time before Taylor Collins pulled the Packers even on a powerplay with 8:34 remaining in the game.

But the Packers ran into foul trouble in the last seven minutes, paving the way to four unanswered Timberwolf markers, all on power-plays.

A melee following Renfrew’s fourth goal with 2:58 left gave fans a little extra something to talk about. Eight players were given early exits as a result of the brawl, among them Packers goaltender German Tsatsura.

Steven Powell had two goals to pace the Renfrew attack. Erik Mask, Brady Clouthier and Tyler Orr canned singles.

GAME 4: RENFREW 5 PACKERS 2 The Wolves broke a 1-1 deadlock with three goals in a 61-second span late in the second period, and that proved to be the difference Friday in Renfrew.

The Wolves Jimmy MacMillan and the Packers Braedon Moffatt, on a powerplay, exchanged firstperiod markers.

But Jesse Riopelle’s goal at the 13:44 mark of the middle frame just before the expiration of a Packers penalty, regained the lead for Renfrew, igniting a three-goal flurry.

Defenceman Tyler Orr at 14:14, and Brady Clouthier at 14:45 suddenly made it a 4-1 Wolves lead.

Blueliners Marc Vacher and Sam Gleason traded third-period power-play goals.

The Packers held a 41-32 edge in the shots-ongoal department, including a 20-6 margin in the third period, but couldn’t cut the deficit any closer than 4-2.

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Michael Byrne gave the Packers a lead just 50 seconds into the contest, and Taylor Collins notched his first of two on a rink-length dash during a power-play to give Arnprior a 2-0 lead in game three last Wednesday at the Nick Smith Centre.

But Renfrew came on with three goals in each of the second and third periods to gain a 2-1 series edge with the 6-3 victory.

Steven Powell and Jesse Riopelle had two goals for the Wolves, and Tim Riopelle and Jimmy MacMillan singles.

Collins answered with a shorthanded tally to bite into a 5-2 Packer deficit late in the third period.

Goaltender Richard Barr showed some of the form that helped Renfrew knock off the first-place Perth Blue Wings in the opening round of the playoffs with a 36-save effort.

Packers netminder German Tsatsura faced 33 Renfrew shots. Tsatsura chalked up an assist on Collins’s goal in the opening period.

Packers coach and general manager Bill Griese said his young troops battled, but couldn’t overcome injuries and Renfrew’s relentless attack.

“Renfrew’s forwards were overwhelming,” he said.

“The loss of Mark Craig hurt us,” he added of a broken foot suffered by one of the Packers top defenceman away from the rink between games three and four.

The coach added that in defeat, the biggest disappointment was suffering the final loss at home.

“It’s the second time in three years (the Carleton Place Legion Kings in 2009) that a team won (the Valley Division championship) in our barn,” he noted.

Renfrew moves on to play Metro Division champion Clarence Creek Beavers. The Beavers, the division’s regular season champions, swept Ottawa West 4-0.

In the Rideau Division, the first-place Athens Aeros edged the runner-up Westport Rideaus 4-3, while in the St. Lawrence Division the Winchester Hawks upset the Casselman Vikings, who had the league’s best record in the regular season.

The league will have a new playoff champion this year as defending title-holders, the Ottawa Junior Canadiens, were ousted in the first round.

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Fridgen said his success would not be Fridgen’s nomination came from his prior his hometown. possible without the love and support he “It’s just a great community and was former teammate Mark Morris, coach of sherry.haaima@msn.com has received over the years. always very supportive,” he said. the Manchester Monarchs.

Fridgen was an accomplished scorer By all accounts Arnprior is a hockey town and one of its most successful play- for the Colgate Raiders and still holds the ers has recently been recognized in a spe- all-time goal scoring record with 114 goals in 113 career games. cial way.

He was the first player in Raider history Dan Fridgen, the first Arnpriorite to make it to the National Hockey League, to reach 100 goals and is one of only two was recently named one of ECAC’s top 50 players in the program’s history to have done so. players of all time. nd He ranks fourth overECAC is one of six conall on Colgate’s all-time ferences that compete in ANNUAL scoring list with 192 the NCAA division. The points. announcement of the After his playing days, top 50 players is part of Fridgen was head coach the organization’s 50th at Rensselaer from 1994 anniversary celebra• New Product Showcase to 2006 with a school-retions and Fridgen, who • Special Factory Rebates cord 211 wins and a .520 played with Colgate Uniwinning percentage. versity from 1979 to 1982, • Low Bank Financing O.A.C. Born and raised in is pleased with the disArnprior by parents tinction.

Raymond and Blanche “It is certainly quite an www.benningtonmarine.com Fridgen, he says his honour,” Fridgen told the family and the commuChronicle-Guide from nity played big roles in Troy, New York, which his success on and off he now calls home. the ice.

“It also is a reflection “There was no salt (on of the players I played the roads) in those days,” with and the teams I quipped Fridgen. was on,” said Fridgen.

Motors by “So I could basically This group includes late DAN FRIDGEN FREE skate from my house coach Terry Slater, who ADMISSION over to the rink. I spent he describes as “just an for more info a lot of time on skates.” awesome coach and motivator.” visit or call He has fond memories of the area and Fridgen was a three-time Colgate team captain before he went on to join Hartford says that with so many family members 613-735-2316 Whalers, appearing in 13 games, scoring and friends involved in hockey, his interest was a natural progression. two goals and adding an assist.

453194 His father was one-time president of These days Fridgen works full time for HT Lyons, an engineering/contracting the Arnprior Minor Hockey Association, firm, but hockey continues to be a big his sister coached in the league and his brother worked for parks and recreation part of his life.

He still does some scouting and colour with one of his winter jobs being maintecommentary for Time Warner Sports. nance of the outdoor rinks.

“That’s basically how I started out,” he Fridgen is also a family advisor for Pucksaid. “There were a lot of outdoor rinks Agency.

“That keeps me involved in hockey,” where you could go and exercise and let off some steam.” said Fridgen.

HEART & STROKE and ARNPRIOR PARKS & RECREATION PRESENTS THE Fridgen does get back to the area for The ECAC top 50 players were determined by a committee made up former visits and as a sometime scout for the CJHL and says he’s grateful to call Arncoaches and members of the media.

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The Valley-based Madawaska Midget Moose captured the Brockville Angels tournament last month, beating Cornwall 5-1 in the final. Team members, in the front from left, include Meggan Porier, Breigh Whalen, Jenn McNulty, Hillary MacMillan, Kendra Graham and goalie Hilary Stafford; in the back are trainer Barb Cavanagh, Sarah Dick, Rebecca Barr, Cassandra Cavanagh, Bethany Rampton, Nikki Dubeau, Justine Rouleau, assistant coach John Poirier and coach Kevin Rampton; and missing Sabrina Guyea and manager Karen Neilson. Photo by Gearey Graphics

BLAZERS ON FIRE Brian Laight (16) of the Kanata Blazers midget team hustles back to help out in front of his own net against the Kemptville Panthers during tournament action in Arnprior on March 5. The Blazers beat the Panthers 4-1, then went on to win the tournament 7-1 against the Arnprior Packers.

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National Hockey League hallof-famer Marcel Dionne will be in Arnprior Saturday, March 26 to play hockey and sign autographs.

Dionne will be in town to participate in the annual Hockey for Heart Tournament at the Nick Smith Centre.

The third annual tournament will take place March 25-26 with 17 teams signed up so far.

The team that raises the most money for the Heart and Stroke Foundation will earn the right to play a Prostars team in the tournament’s final game.

Dionne, who will be on hand earlier Saturday to sign autographs, will play on the Prostars team.

The proceeds from the tournament will be used to place life-saving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in the Arnprior area.

The cost to purchase, place and provide the associated training for a single AED is about $4,000.

If a team fundraises $4,000 or more, the team name will be placed on the plaque that accompanies the machine at its location.

To find out more about the event, visit www. h e a r t a n d s t ro ke. c a / re s t a r t .

The Arnprior tournament is one of 14 Hockey for Heart events around the province. Total donations are expected to break the $1.5 million barrier this year.

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The Arnprior-BraesideMcNab Seniors at Home Care Coach service has just celebrated its 5,000th trip and the organization’s newest staff member will help the vital passenger service continue to grow and thrive, says executive director Dennis Harrington.

Susan Sarsfield is the new program and fundraising co-ordinator at Seniors at Home and she’s arrived on the scene just in time to get working on the Care Coach’s biggest fundraiser, the fifth annual Dare to Care telethon May 15. Sarsfield takes over from former telethon co-ordinator Sherry Steeves, who

organized the event since the coach was brought into service in 2008.

Prior to joining Seniors at Home, Sarsfield was a stay-at-home mom who ran a home daycare and before that she was an employee of Bell for nine years.

She’s excited about the challenges ahead. “I love being here,” says Sarsfield. “I love the atmosphere and I love the people.”

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“I believe in what they’re doing. It’s a great organization,” she says.

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SUSAN SARSFIELD make connections in town and beyond.

“Susan is the new face on the scene who will be working with the community,”

says Harrington. “We want to let the public know she is very approachable.”

With no government funding, the service relies solely on fundraising to provide transportation to seniors and other clients.

“We certainly couldn’t continue the Care Coach program without the public’s help,” says Harrington.

For now the telethon committee is getting letters out to businesses, gathering sponsorships and lining up hosts and performers.

Harrington and Sarsfield encourage anyone who would like to get involved, as a sponsor, volunteer or otherwise, to call 613-6237981 or email to SusanSarsfield@CSSAgency.ca.

Nature In Deed: web portal for rural property owners

Rural landowners now have a place to turn for comprehensive information about rural living and land management.

The Lanark County Stewardship Council, with input from former Environmental Education of Ontario chair Elise Houghton, partnered with several non-government organizations and the Ministry of Natural Resources to develop a web portal linking rural landowners to practical information.

Nature In Deed (www.natureindeed. com) was recently launched.

“Back in 2007, a small group of folks in eastern Ontario began to meet to discuss how they might respond to what researchers have identified as a new movement in rural Ontario called ‘rural rebound,” explained Franziska von Rosen, Lanark County Stewardship Council chair.

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Von Rosen points out many have never owned a home with a well or a septic system, never used a wood stove and never had to share their living space with deer, bears or other wildlife species. “Most are not aware of regulations, environmental tax incentive programs, ‘best management practices,’ and a host of things that are an essential part of successful rural living today. Although information is out there, new rural residents aren’t sure which resource agency to call.”

Nature In Deed links rural landowners to practical information on everything from dealing with bats in the attic, to testing a well, to managing a woodlot or building a shore-friendly

dock. An interactive topographical map lets landowners see how their property fits into the larger natural landscape.

For more detailed information on specific questions, Nature In Deed provides annotated links to tips from various sources across the province and, most importantly, it provides contact information for local people who can give advice and assistance, such as the local stewardship council, municipal office, or conservation authority.

“This website is for long-established country dwellers as well as new landowners,” von Rosen said.

“It has province-wide relevance and will appeal to a woodlot owner from the Nipissing District just as much as a hobby farmer from the Niagara fruit belt. Resources and information are provided for a variety of natural landscape features, whether it’s forest, wetlands, farm fields or lakefront.”

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The Arnprior Northern Credit Union’s 10th annual meeting March 10 included a ‘boot camp’ seminar to help teach participants how to shape up their retirement savings.

The meeting was attended by the Northern Credit Union’s president and chief executive officer Albert Suraci of Sault Ste. Marie and vice-president of sales and service Tony Dunham, who led the seminar.

Arnprior Credit Union delegates chairman Don Nicholas welcome more than 30 people and local politicians to the meeting. Suraci and Arnprior branch manager Wayne Lavallee gave overview of corporate and branch activities in 2010.

There was a report from the board of directors and election of branch delegates and alternates.

The boot camp seminar was the last in a series of 18 given at branch meetings in 18 communities. Dunham led the group through the session, which included a series of exercises to

help people trim down expenses and bulk up their retirement savings.

The boot camps tackled such questions as how much money do you need to retire and how much money should you save every year to ensure you can meet your retirement goals The session also provided practical advice on borrowing, investing and contributing to Registered Retirement Saving Plans. The Credit Union offers a tip sheet on common RRSP mistakes and a booklet called What if You Don’t Win the Lottery, which promotes financial literacy.

“No matter how young you are, it’s never too early to start investing in your future,” said Suraci. “The earlier you start investing, the more your money will grow.

Serving 22 communities in northern and eastern Ontario, Northern Credit Union is a fullservice, locally-operated financial institution offering personal and commercial banking and financial planning expertise to over 48,000 member shareholders.

For more information on Northern, visit www.northerncu.com.

Among those taking part in the Arnprior Northern Credit Union’s 10th annual meeting, from left, are Arnprior delegate chairman Don Nicholas, president Albert Suraci, vice-president of sales and service Tony Dunham and Arnprior branch manager Wayne Lavallee. Left, Northern Credit Union vice-president of sales and service Tony Dunham leads a ‘boot camp’ seminar on retirement savings prior to the Arnprior annual meeting.

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Knights sponsor substance abuse awareness poster contest The winners of the annual Arnprior Knights of Columbus substance awareness poster competition were announced last week at two local schools.

Council 2082 Grand Knight Bob Coyne and Chairman of the Substance Abuse program, Darcy Fridgen, visited the winning students to present them with certificates.

The substance abuse poster contest encourages students to develop an original poster and slogan to discourage their peers from experimenting with drugs and alcohol.

“It is students like these who help with the substance abuse program,” said Fridgen.

“It makes a huge difference to have the kids involved in these contests. It really brings home what the fu-

ture effects of alcohol and drug abuse can have on their lives.”

Winners from Arnprior are Emily Dawson of St. Joseph’s Catholic School and Hannah Perrault of John XXIII Catholic School.

The contest is an annual competition with winning entries progressing from local to Diosesan, province and international levels of competition.

There are two divisions: youths ages 8 to 11 and 12 to 14. Each participant creates an original 11-by-17-inch poster in one of the two categories: Alcohol Awareness and Abuse or Drug Awareness and Abuse.

Entries are judged on

theme/slogan presentation, visual message and effectiveness in capturing their audience.

The Knights of Columbus is an international Catholic men’s family fraternal organization with more than 1.7 million members. The Knights sponsor projects to benefit their church, communities, councils, families and youth.

The Arnprior Knights of Columbus thank the school administration and all the participants who took part in this year’s contest and hope to see them all again next year.

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NOTICE LOAD RESTRICTIONS Left, Emily Dawson of St. Joseph’s Catholic School receives the Arnprior Knights substance abuse awareness poster certificate and prize from Grand Knight Bob Coyne. No, Emily did not forget to change before coming to school that day. She was taking part in a Pajama Day theme. At right, Arnprior Knights Grand Knight Bob Coyne presents Hannah Perrault of John XXIII Catholic School with her certificate and prize.

ADHS grad exploring Asia and teaching English BRIER DODGE brier.dodge@metroland.com

If the average person were to imagine the last time they packed for a week away, no doubt there were one or two things that needed to be jammed just a little too tightly into that suitcase.

Now, imagine trying to pack for an entire year.

Arnprior resident Katelyn Perfitt left Feb. 27 for the adventure of a lifetime, taking a 25-hour trip to Seoul, South Korea to teach English for a year.

In Seoul, Perfitt will be teaching in a chain of schools called ‘Kid’s College’, with her specific school located in a neighborhood called Dongdaemun.

There is a growing trend of native English speakers, especially recent graduates, teaching abroad.

Many parts of Asia consider speaking English to be a very valuable skill, and parents are quick to enroll their children in English classes.

Perfitt, 22, graduated from the University of Ottawa in April. She decided that teaching abroad was the best fit for her after deciding to take time to travel before starting her career.

“Teaching English abroad is a really good

Katelyn Perfitt way to see the world and actually live and experience a different culture,” she said. She chose Korea because of the availability of jobs, high number of foreigners, and desire to visit the country itself.

An Arnprior District High School graduate, Perfitt earned her degree at the University of Ottawa in International Development and Globalization.

Through her program, she was able to travel to Kenya to participate in a field research course.

“I’ll feel more secure in Korea because in Kenya there were many more restrictions,” she said. “In Korea, foreigners are safe almost anywhere you go.”

While hundreds of jobs are posted online for teaching jobs abroad, Perfitt was able to set up a job through a mutual friend. Cana-

dians are often the first choice for foreign teachers in Korean schools.

“I’ll be adjusting to a totally different lifestyle, but it’s exciting,” she said. “I think it will be months until I’m even a bit adjusted to the culture and different pace of life. By the time I’m finally adjusted … I’ll be due to come home.”

Over the summer break, Perfitt plans to travel to Japan, and then explore South East Asia and Cambodia when her contact is over. But the trip isn’t to be confused with a vacation – she will be working from the minute she gets there.

“I arrive at 7 p.m. on the Sunday and start teaching on Monday morning,” she said on the Friday before she left. “And I have five classes a day of five-yearolds – mostly boys.”

Perfitt took her Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) certification in the summer in order to be hired.

While she is more than ready for the challenge of teaching, finding her away around the streets of Seoul is a different story.

“I’m not very good at navigation as it stands,” Perfitt said. “The street numbers aren’t assigned in order by location, they’re numbered by when they were built. I don’t know how it’s figured out – yet.”

NOTICE is hereby given that restricted vehicle loading regulations, in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and the Township of McNab/Braeside By Law No. 82 04, will be in effect from March 15th 2011 through May 15th 2011.

Vehicle loads will be restricted to 5 Tonnes per axle on ALL Township roads. Signs will only be erected at intersections of major highways throughout the Township or where load restrictions are not enforced by adjoining road authorities.

Brian Box, C.R.S. Road Superintendent

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TOWNSHIP OF McNAB/BRAESIDE

SUMMER STUDENT EMPLOYMENT Garden Maintenance (1) Position 35 hours per week for 17 weeks beginning May 2nd. Individual required to tend eleven gardens at the Waba Cottage Museum. Basic knowledge of horticulture would be considered an asset. A complete list of the duties and responsibilities can be obtained at the Township Office.

Museum Attendant (1) Position 35 hours per week for 17 weeks beginning May 2nd. Individual required to work with the Museum Curator at the Waba Cottage Museum. A complete list of the duties and responsibilities can be obtained at the Township Office.

Please submit resumes to the undersigned clearly marked, no later than Thursday, April 7th, 2011 at 1:00 p.m.

We thank all applicants, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Noreen C. Mellema, CMO CAO/Clerk Township of McNab/Braeside 2508 Russett Drive R.R.#2, Arnprior Ontario K7S 3G8 Phone 613-623-5756 Fax 613-623-9138.

Personal information and any supporting material will be administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Seeking New Board Members “Serving on the ADMHC Board and now on the Foundation Board is a rich, rewarding experience that allows me to use and add to my strengths and skills in a meaningful way,” says Susan Howard-Carmichael. “I am constantly impressed with the level of passion and compassion of staff, volunteers and fellow directors and their unwavering commitment to providing quality patient and resident care. Being on the Board is a valuable experience in my life and a fun one! It’s great to work with folks of different ages, backgrounds and work/life experiences towards the common ultimate goal of delivering quality patient and resident care in our community.”

Susan is one of 21 community members that volunteer their time to one of our hospital boards. There are two boards associated with the corporation. First is the ADMH Corporation Board of Directors which is the governing body that oversees the hospital and the Grove while providing strategic oversight. The second is the Partners in Caring Foundation Board, designed to lead the fundraising efforts and direct funds where they are needed most. Both boards are composed of volunteers, members of the senior management team, and a physician representative.

ADMH Corporate Board Chair Steve Hudson is encouraging people to give back and get involved in the community, “The experience of being a board member is very rewarding as efforts to improve and move the hospital and Grove forward have a direct impact on the lives of family, friends and other community members. As a board member I have had the opportunity to offer feedback and contribute with the ER redevelopment, the Grove renovations, with healthcare policies, the selection process of the hospital CEO and by keeping people in the community informed on what we are doing to keep care close to home.”

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Earth Hour facts may leave you in the dark COURTNEY SYMONS

Earth Hour to be celebrated at Galilee Centre The Environmental Action Council is inviting the public to gather at the Galilee Centre on Saturday, March 26 to celebrate Earth Hour.

The event, hosted by the council and the Galilee Centre, will include an eco-movie at 7 p.m. followed by the third annual Marshmallow Roast at 8:30 p.m.

The movie, The Economics of Happiness, focus on the lessons learned from small village in Tibet.

It shows how economic growth without mindfulness and simplicity leads to imbalance, alienation and suffering.

People can come to either one or both events. They are meant to be for all ages, “so come and join us while you turn out your lights and participate in the global movement,” say organizers.

“Bring your guitar, poetry, readings, songs … and a telescope.”

their board games and lighting some candles.

Last year, Hydro Ottawa measured a six per cent decrease in electricity use, which is enough to power 58 homes for a month. The provincial average of energy consumption went down by four per cent, less of a drop than expected because of the colder than normal temperatures.

To learn more about Earth Hour and how to participate, visit the WWF website at wwf.ca/earthhour. Users can find creative ways that fellow Canadians are participating, and download posters and tool kits for the event.

Another initiative launched by WWF for Earth Hour this year is called Beyond the Hour, an online forum for people around the world to share ideas to reduce their ecological footprint.

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On March 26, our area may face its darkest hour. In a good way.

Earth Hour, the worldwide event that began in Sydney, Australia in 2007, asks individuals to turn off the lights and reduce their energy use for an hour on Saturday, March 26, from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Last year, an estimated 10 million Canadians participated in the effort to raise awareness about sustainability issues. Earth Hour has become the most successful voluntary event in the history of humankind.

In Arnprior, the Galilee Centre will get into the spirit by hosting its third annual Earth Hour Marshmallow Roast. There will be a movie playing at 7 p.m. called The Economics of Happiness and at 8:30 p.m. the marshmallow roast with hot chocolate and song-readings will begin.

Participants are urged to dress warmly.

Hosted by the World Wildlife Federation (WWF), Earth Hour saw a record 128 countries participating in 2010. But there is always room for improvement, said Paulette Roberge, head of communication for Ottawa’s WWF bureau.

“The main focus this year is to try to get Canadians to think beyond the hour,” she said. “Yes, we’ve had a very successful campaign since 2007, but it’s not enough to have people do it for

only one hour.”

Canadians should think of ways to minimize carbon emissions and cut down on energy consumption every day, said Roberge. She also stressed the need to switch to cleaner types of energy, like solar and wind.

“Although Earth Hour has been phenomenally successful, the reality is that we’re one of the top 10 nations contributing to climate change, and we don’t have to be,” she said.

The Green Party will host a candlelit vigil on Parliament Hill March 26, as they did last year. More than 400 people covered the hill in 2010, and this year there are 500 candles to be given away to participants.

Roberge said Canadians at home can turn off the lights, perhaps dusting off

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A pleasant surprise awaits you in this bright & spacious 3 bedroom bungalow meticulously clean & nicely decorated.

Hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, rec room & main floor laundry will meet everyones needs! MLS# 784725 $289,500

As cute as they come! This 3 bedroom home is a great starter for the young family. It is nicely renovated with ceramic floors, upgraded kitchen & baths. MLS# 781558 $204,900

Spacious 3 bedroom raised bungalow on a large pie-shaped lot- h.w & laminate floors, f.p, rec room, 2 baths and more! 5 appliances clean & move-in ready! MLS #784062 $236,900

Custom-built 2+1 bedroom bungalow beautifully decorated and built with quality in mind. Gourmet kitchen with built-in appliances, gleaming hardwood floors, 3f.p’s and a fully finished basement that could accommodate and in-law suite. MLS #784943 $579,900

Spacious 3+1 bedroom brick raised ranch in a quiet cul de sac within walking distance of the Civic Centre. 2 baths, f.p., rec room, beautiful large lot with private rear yard and an extra garage/workshop. MLS #775513 $344,900

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Executive home in a prestigious area. Spotless décorwaterfront. $579,900 MLS#781343 WATERFRONT - NEW PRICE! EXCELLENT VALUE, COTTAGE WITH WELL AND SEPTIC ON BEAUTIFUL WHITE LAKE MLS #771019 $259,900 FAMILY HOME/WATERFRONT RECREATION ALL 4 SEASONS, SPACIOUS BUNGALOW, MLS # 772963 OFFERED $489,900

Spring and Sold signs 2 of my FAV’S! BEAUTIFUL SETTING ON EDGE OF TOWN MID SIZED BUNGALOW OFFERS MANY UPGRADES THROUGH THE YEARS, HEATED GARAGE, MLS #780610, OFFERED AT $339,900 WATERFRONT-MADAWASKA RIVER, SKI HILLS, BOATING, SWIMMING, FISHING WONDERFUL FAMILY RESIDENCE MLS #771453 $430,000

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Private woodland setting on 7 acres - 3 bedroom bungalow w/double garage, laminate flrs thoughout, new 4 pce bath, perennial gardens, creek and walking trails. Don’t miss seeing this property! MLS 782723 $319,900

Wow! 360 feet of waterfront on Calabogie Lake with a furnished 3 bdrm, 2 bath home, large screened porch, boathouse w/ sleeping quarters and two cribbed docks. Close to ski hill, golf course, ATV & hiking trails. Move in today and enjoy! MLS 783722 $550,000

New listing - 2+ acre building lot with 147 feet on Norcan Lake with Hydro and Bell installed. MLS 784078 $189,900

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VALLEY WIDE REAL ESTATE Brokerage

100 Madawaska Blvd. Arnprior ON

613-623-4284

At Your Service

613-622-7759

www.century21.ca/explorerealty

E-mail: t.stavenow@bell.net

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Terry Stavenow, Broker

reward miles

on your Real Estate Transaction Call 613-622-7759 for Details Close to Calabogie Peaks

NEW HOME WARRANTY

FEATURE HOME

CLOSE TO RECREATION

Charlotte Leitch

12689 LANARK RD. CALABOGIE Ottawa Valley Homes 3 + 1 Br Bungalow 2 full Baths,2600 sq. of Living area,very upscale home loaded with extras $349,900 HST rebate to purchaser.

2 ACREAGES

Broker

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

613-864-6910

2 UNITS OR RESTORE TO 1

EXECUTIVE TWO STORY NEAR ARNPRIOR GOLF CLUB Amazing family home on just over 3 acres.

Custom Deslauriers kitchen with top of the line stainless steel appl. Oversized windows, gas fireplace, formal living and dining rms, main flr office, family room over garage could be 4th bedrm. Amazing home for $489,900

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Matthew MacAdam Sales Representative

HORTON

613-883-2113

75 DIVISION ST

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

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. Offers Welcome.

DEFINITELY NOT A DRIVE BY! Bigger than it seems from the street! Fabulous 4 bdrm home. Gleaming hardwood flrs. Main flr family rm. Large kitchen with eating area.

Oversized “L” shaped Master with walk-thru closet and 4 piece ensuite. Kanata MLS#784971 $425,000

NEW LISTING - INCOME OR RESIDENTAL PROPERTY ELGIN ST. ARNPRIOR $214,900 NEW LISTING - OTTAWA RIVER WATERFRONT 1.26 ACRES $199,900 NEW LISTING - 2 BUILDING LOTS MCLACHLIN RD. WHITE LAKE $49,900 SOLD NEW LISTING HANDY MAN SPECIAL JOHN ST, N ARNPRIOR $119,900 SOLD

Vicki McDougall

Sales Representative

613-795-4493

John O’Neill Sales Representative

BLACKSMITH GATE

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

662 Barr Side Rd., Pakenham $69,900

650 Upper Dwyer Hill Rd. $189,900 78 acres of clear land with some trees at rear of property. Zoned Rural allowing for a number of uses.(Small portion of EP Zoning at rear of property).

Perfect building site, hobby farm potential, home based business. Paved road MLS #782485

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 #782485

113 Willola Beach Rd Fitzroy Harbour $231,000 Available immediately - Hi Ranch home - 3 bdrms, 2 baths on 1+ acre. Hardwood on main level, laminate on lower level, finished basement. 3 season room. Oil and wood heat - close to Fitzroy Provincial Park and the Ottawa River. MLS #784003

OPEN HOUSE

00 County Rd 29, Pakenham $36,000

SUNDAY, MARCH 20th 2 - 4 p.m.

1 & 2 Bedroom Condos Available $154,900 - $169,900

DOCHART ESTATES BUNGALOW. Beautiful private bungalow on treed lot. Quality custom built home with beautiful rock gardens. Country living at it’s best! $469,900

PAKENHAM Under $200,000 Serious Buyer needs Serious Seller!

Call Vicki 613-795-4493

Lovely renovated century home in the Village of Pakenham!

Warm country kitchen includes appliances. Large main flr family rm with gas f/p. Main flr laundry and powder rm.

Formal LR. MLS#784546 $219,900

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

New Listing! Open House 2-4 pm Sun. Mar. 27th @ 3593 Diamondview Rd., Rural Carp/Kinburn Affordable & spacious 3 bedrm home on 100’ x 200’ lot with beautiful views & sunsets, 2 car garage, large back deck, hardwd & tile on main level, 2 fireplaces, ensuite, awesome lower level famrm, 5 appliances, flexible possession! $249,900

New Price! 3696 Becks Road, Woodlawn Cozy & charming, older 3 bedrm home in a tranquil, wooded setting on a dead end country road only 2 mins from Stonecrest Public School and Kinburn Sensplex. This home has newer windows, lots of oak cabinets in the eat-in kitchen, 1.5 baths, forced air oil heating and 4 appliances. $174,900

Waterfront! 134 Scenic Lane, Buckhams Bay West Breathtaking Ottawa River property at the mouth of Buckhams’ Bay. Old cottage is in “as is” condition & value is in the lot to build new among other beautiful waterfront homes. 15 foot right of way exists down west side of lot for adjoining neighbour to access river. Get ready to build now only 25 minutes to Kanata $234,900 Business For Sale!

Hot Lines Tanning Studio 1667 Carling Avenue between Clyde Avenue & Churchill Avenue operating now for 20 years in the same location, this trendy & upscale studio has built its reputation resulting in a loyal clientele base. Open 7 days a week with 6 tanning beds (owned not leased) & space to add rooms for additional, desirable beauty & wellness services for the aspiring entrepreneur! $59,900

New Home Ready Now! 88 Creek Dr., Fitzroy Harbour Beautiful 3 bedrm bungalow, river views of Carp River, large insulated 2 car garage with opener, western red cedar decks, open concept, stunning granite kitchen, hardwd & ceramic flrs, oversized ensuite shower, main flr laundry! 4 kitchen appliances & c/air. Comes with Tarion New Home Warranty! $399,900

10 acres of clear land presently used for agriculture.

Building site close to eastern side of property. Hydro easement. MLS #782822

1024 Blakeney Road Pakenham $389,900

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 #779294

7 Ridgeview Dr. Braeside $144,900 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

3430 Hwy. 17, Kinburn $59,900

2 acre building lot 20 minutes from Kanata on a paved road – nicely treed MLS #779294

4746 Shaw Rd, Pakenham $39,000

1 acre building lot. Buyer to confirm setbacks with Township. Ready for immediate use.

MLS #782824

SOLD! 5541 Ferry Road, Fitzroy Lovely 3 bedrm country home in a private 1 acre setting only 35 mins to Kanata featuring a circular driveway, 2 car garage, L-shaped living & dining rm, huge oak kitchen, lower level famrm has walkout to yard, cheater ensuite, new woodstove & chimney 2009 & new septic 2009. List price $249,900

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

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The Arnprior branch of the Canadian Cancer Society is joining others across the country in switching from daffodils to daffodil pins this year.

Instead of selling daffodils to raise money for the cause, Daffodil Days March 31 to April 3 will introduce the daffodil pin.

While the pin will take the place of the flower, it will still promote the daffodil as a symbol of hope. The pins will be sold for a donation to help launch the society’s April door-to-door canvass.

The pins also help create awareness of the key role the society plays in preventing and fighting cancer.

The goal of Daffodil Month is to see every person wearing a daffodil lapel pin to show support for the society and the fight against cancer.

With its new daffodil pin, the society will have more flexibility in running Daffodil Month activities. It will give the society far greater control over when and how its sells daffodils, with no worries about a perishable, high-maintenance product.

The April campaign helps the Renfrew County Unit of the Canadian Cancer Society offer a variety of services.

Call 1-800-2258873 or go to the website www. cancer.ca.

Century 21 Explorer Realty Inc

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Glad Tidings Pentecostal members Nikita Maves, left, and Brooklyn Lalonde watch as Quentin Parson picks off a few pins. The church hosted performances of the Zelda and the Zingers puppet show at the Arnprior Mall March 5, and supplemented them plenty of fun fair games and activities for kids as well as a fundraising bake sale and silent auction. The money goes to help Zelda and Zingers spread the good word.

Photo by Derek Dunn

OFFICE/WAREHOUSE 53 James St. Arnprior

Realty Solutions Ltd. Monica Fergusson

Paula Hartwick

Independently Owned & Operated Brokerage

Sales Rep.

Sales Rep.

613-795-1639

613-858-4851

Office: Offi ce: 613-623-3665

SAT., MAR. 19TH 2-4PM 9 STONEHAVEN WAY ARNPRIOR

Office/Showroom for lease 445036

Clean office/showroom with manager’s office, kitchen, barrier free washroom and 1000 SF warehouse with loading door, starting from 1600 SF to 5400 SF. Call Michael 613.724.8260

NEW LISTING 455760

Bernice Horne

BEAUTIFUL 3 BEDRM/3 BATH, 2 STOREY HOME IN GREAT FAMILY ORIENTED NEIGHBOURHOOD. MLS #785064 $289,900

LOVELY CHALET STYLE BUNGALOW JUST MINS. FROM OTTAWA. PAKENHAM MLS #779499 $274,900

www.ValleyRealEstateGirls.com

Broker

Realty Solutions Ltd.

613-601-1040

Office: Offi ce: 613-623-3665

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INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED BROKERAGE

MSL #780264 $329,900 CALABOGIE

Recently upgraded older home. Mostly hardwd flrs. Country kitchen. Heated sunroom. Near schools & amenities.

Custom 2+1 bedrm bungalow. Essential rooms all on main floor. Wheelchair accessible.

ARNPRIOR $319,900 MLS #782572

ARNPRIOR $199,900 MLS #783619

Quality built, Heated floors, Workshop/ hobbyroom/office above attached dbl garage.

BRAESIDE $324,900 MLS #780175

Custom built 3+ bedrm home. 1.73A overlooking 17th fairway. Beautiful views. Terrific recreational area.

www.bernicehorne.com

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Denis Lacroix BROKER

Realty Solutions Ltd.

613-862-0811 denis-lacroix@sympatico.ca

PANORAMIC VIEW OF THE OTTAWA RIVER. MOVE IN READY! $259,900 MLS #782623

Independently Owned & Operated Brokerage

Office: Offi ce: 613-623-3665

SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION. MANY EXTRAS. MOVE IN AND ENJOY! $242,900 MLS #783867

BEAUTIFUL COTTAGE ON 2+ ACRE LOT. STUNNING VIEW! NORCAN LAKE $299,900 MLS #732403

GORGEOUS HOUSE ON 50 ACRES KINKADE ROAD, BRAESIDE $329,900 MLS #768265

REDUCED PRICE

SPACIOUS ALL BRICK HOME ON 2+ACRES SURROUNDED

BY THE BEAUTY OF NATURE - WABA ROAD $389,900 MLS #780995

200FT OF WATERFRONT. 3 BEDRM CLASSIC COTTAGE. TERRIFIC RECREATIONAL AREA! $399,000 MLS #721119

DREAM KITCHEN - ONE OF MANY OUTSTANDING FEATURES! $439,900 MLS #781273

MADAWASKA R. WATERFRONT BUILDING LOT IN TOWN. IDEAL LOCATION FOR YOUR NEW HOME! ARNPRIOR $169,900 MLS #784052

Check out my listings @ www.denislacroix.com

FOR SALE OR LEASE 5600+ SQ.FT. COMMERCIAL SPACE ADJACENT TO DOWNTOWN. ARNPRIOR $499,000 MLS #763564

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ZINGING THE PINS AT THE MALL

LOOK ONLINE @ yourottawaregion.com

Call Email

1.877.298.8288 classifieds@yourottawaregion.com

DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY AT 9AM.

*HOT TUB (SPA) Covers-Best Price. Best quality. All shapes and colours. Call 1-866585-0056. www.thecoverguy.ca FREE CATALOGUE 1800-353-7864 HALFORD’S-butcher equipment and supplies, leather, beads, craft kits, animal control equipment + trapping supplies. Order from our new web store and get free shipping until August 31, 2011. www.halfordsmailor der.com

PETS

GOLDEN DOODLE & Labradoodle pups ready to go $450, vet checked, first needles and dewormed 613223-5015 HUNTING

2 BR Condo in Campbell Court

ARTICLES WANTED

FIREWOOD

16” DRY MIXED hardwood cut in winter of 2009/2010, pickup or delivered McLeod Building Supplies 613432-3942, Mon-Fri 8-5:30pm, Sat 8-12pm Visa and MasterCard accepted FIREWOOD FOR SALE, Oak, Maple, Beech, Ironwood. No delivery. $80 cord.

613-623-7768 PETS

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES Color black and tan, World Champion Bloodlines. Ready to go to new homes March 13th.

613-622-5599 www.lindenhof.ca

Beautifully renovated 2 BR condo in one of Arnprior’s most desirable buildings. $167,500.

To view call Ken at 613-623-9843

Move in to Your Dream Home Before Spring!!

Nothing to do but move in and enjoy the peace and tranquility.

Custom (Quality) Built in 2009 with your family in mind. One acre lot for the kids to play in. Dead end road, NO traffic.

Minutes from the town of Renfrew and the Ottawa River. 45 Minutes to Kanata.

3+1 Bedroom, 1 ½ Baths. Beautiful custom cabinets, with corion counters.

Large back deck looking into a very private Back yard. Established perennial beds, cement walkways at back and interlock walkway at the front with a charming front porch swing. Finished basement with wet bar, rec room, mud room and cold storage.

Call 613-432-3714 for more info or visit www.propertysold.ca/6472 and view the other pictures.

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HUNTER SAFETY CANADIAN FIREARMS COURSE at Carp April, 15, 16th, 17th.

Wenda Cochran 613MAPLE SYRUP EQUIP- 256-2409 MENT FOR SALE, 2005 Ram, Crew cab, HUNTER SAFETY CaFirearms Hemi, 2-wheel drive. nadian Best Offer. 613-791- Course. Courses and exams held throughout 3886, 613-254-8876 the year. Free course if SCOOTER SPECIAL you organize a group, 25% Off Select Models exams available. WenBuy/sell Stair lifts, da Cochran, 613-256Porch lifts, Scooters, 2409.

Bath lifts, Hospital beds etc. Call SILVER HOUSES CROSS 613-231FOR SALE 3549

WANTED TO BUY Canadian coins, Paper money dated prior to 1969.

Please call 613-3244440

BURNSTOWN BEAUTIFUL BACHELOR loft above art gallery, partially furnished, $625 includes heat, hydro, laundry. For non-smoking, pet-free tenant.

613-433-9990

DOG SITTING, Experienced Retired Breeder providing lots of TLC. My Home. Smaller dogs only.

References available. $17$20 daily. Marg 613-721-1530.

HOT TUB (Spa) Covers. Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours Available. Call 1 - 8 6 6 - 6 5 2 - 6 8 37 www.thecoverguy.ca

WHITE CEDAR LUMBER, Decking, fencing, all dimensions, rough or dressed. Timbers and V-joints also available. Call Tom at McCann’s Forest Products 613-628-6199 or 613-633-3911

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

HOUSES FOR SALE

HOUSES FOR RENT

Cozy 2 storey 3 BEDROOM , Arnprior central, GAS HEAT, YARD, Studio apt attached, $825 plus Utilities available May /June Sylvie or Dave 613831-8496 NEW TOWNHOME, $1200/month plus utilities. 3 beds, 1 1/2 baths, appliances, a/c, single car garage.

Available May 1st. Ask about our rent to own option. 613-623-6589 RENT TO OWN a new home. Ask how at 613623-6589 or alyssa@mcewanhomes.com

SENIORS / MATURE TENANTS 2 bedroom bungalow in Braeside, warm radiDetails at ant heat, ceramic and MLS®779340 hardwood flooring, 4 CL23458 appliances included.

No exterior mainteTIMESHARE CAN- nance, $900/month CEL. plus utilities. Avail. imCANCEL Your Time- mediately.

Phone share Contract NOW!! (613)433-5787 100% Money Back Guarantee. STOP MortAPARTMENTS gage & Maintenance FOR RENT Payments Today. 18 8 8 - 816 - 712 8 , X-6868 or 702-527- 1 BEDROOM FOR rent 6868. in Arnprior, ground level, private entrance, $545/month, fridge, HOUSES stove, parking included, FOR RENT 613-432-6779 or 613646-2897 3 BDRM COUNTRY home, Queensline Rd, 2 BEDROOM APT, 71 Chenaux.

Non-fur- Sullivan Cres includes nished, no smoking, no heat, water, fridge, pets. First/last month, stove, and parking with credit check and refer- plug-in, laundry on site, ences required. 613- $725/month. Info 819661-0638 432-5943

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

1-BEDROOM, 71 McGonigal St W & 246 John St N, downtown Arnprior, $650, renovated, clean, quiet, pet-friendly, includes parking, fridge, stove, hood fan, 613-2997501, Tony 110 RIVER ROAD 3 B E D R O O M , $875/month. Utilities, fridge, stove, parking with plug in, air conditioning, storage space and private yard. Deposit and references required. Available MAY 1st. No Smoking/ No Pets. Not suitable for children.

Call 613623-9864 Cell 613978-9864

BURNSTOWN ONE BEDROOM beautiful bachelor with covered patio overlooking stream. Includes hydro & wi fi. $725. For nonsmoking, pet-free tenant. 613-433-9990

Park View Apartments

Secure.

Bright.

379 John St. Applications being accepted from Mature Tenants 2nd floor unit (with elevator access) available. 2 bedrooms, covered balcony, car plug in, 5 appliances and air conditioning.

No pets allowed.

ROOM FOR RENT, between Stittsville and Kanata.

Room available immediately in country home, all amenities, includes Internet and satellite tv.

No smoking, no pets.

Call 613-880-1801. $500 month SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS

Call

613-818-5807 to arrange for a showing

Enjoy The Benefits of Independent Living Today - Secure Building - All on one level - Self Contained 1 Bdrm & Studio Apts - Min. to Shopping/Transit - Wheelchair Accessible More Info:

613-432-5885

2 BEDROOM APT in clean, quiet building at www.renfrewglen.com 131 McLachlin St, near CL23570 Grove. Only suitable for senior or mature tenants.

No pets. SMALL 2 BEDROOM; $700/month plus John Street N (Off Elutilities. 613-622-0042 gin) Downstairs -one window only; Available 2 BR APT, Arnprior, Immediately; heat, wagorgeous unit in secure, ter, fridge & stove innon-smoking, pet-free cluded; $515, 1st & building, California last required; call 613day; shutters, river view, 623-4246 laundry on site, many suitable ONLY for single, quiet, mature perextras. 613-296-4521 son -NOT suitable for children -NO ALWAYS CLEAN, PETS/SMOKING MODERN Secure 1&2 Bedroom apts. on First Avenue. Fridge, stove, TWO BEDROOM parking incl. Discounts apartment, no children, for mature tenants. no pets, stove, fridge, 623-8537 after 6pm parking, Suitable for mature adults only. First PAKENHAM, 1 BED- and last months rent.

ROOM APT. $650+hy- References. 613-6236932 dro, 613-297-4888

Central.

Apartment buildings on Robert Street off Daniel in Arnprior.

“Campbell View” and “Campbell Place” featuring one and two bedroom units with fridge, stove, carpeting throughout, elevator, ground floor laundry room, balconies on 2nd & 3rd floors, walkout patio on ground floor. All units refurbished prior to rental. Free parking with “Plug-in”.

Please, respectfully, no pets, no smokers!

613-623-7207 for viewing appointment ROOM FOR RENT

(across from the Hospital)

MORTGAGES & LOANS

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

FREE YOURSELF FROM DEBT, MONEY FOR ANY PURPOSE! DEBT CONSOLIDATION. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd mortgages, credit lines and loans up to 90% LTV. Self employed, mortgage or tax arrears. DON’T PAY FOR 1YR PROGRAM! #10171 ONTARIO-WIDE FINANCIAL CORP. CALL 1888-307-7799. www.ontario-widefinancial.com

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SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS RENTING rooms ranging in size features and price. $420.00-$560.00 including utilities, Satellite and wireless Internet .First and lasts, References required. Downtown Arnprior available immediately leave message 613-293-0611

CHILD CARE

MARIAM’S DAYCARE located on Corkery Woods Carp/Almonte a r e a . S p a c e s available, warm meals, references, all ages welcome, 613791-5795 or mariamsdaycare@ hotmail.com BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

UNIQUE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY Fast growing green company is looking for an individual or business to purchase its credit insured receivables at a 20% discount. ph:705-5755671 or email:vsproducts@gmail.com

INCOME TAX

MUSIC, DANCE INSTRUCTIONS

CHRONICLE DIAMOND AWARD WINNER for 2009 & 2010 GUITAR INSTRUC- Saturn Accounting SerTION; Professional, vices, 613-832-4699, award-winning guitarist 613-623-5258 with over 45 years experience now accepting guitar & bass stuINCOME TAX dents. Beginner to adPREPARATION vanced. Call Brian at 40yrs Experience.

613-831-8990, Glen Pick-Up & Delivery Cairn. available. Certified Efiler by CRA. Call Ron Beck, C.A. at WORLD CLASS DRUM- 613-836-5027. Or eMER (of Five Man Elec- mail: trical Band) is now ac- ronbeck.ca@sympatico.ca cepting students. Private lessons, limited enrollment, free consulta- INCOME TAX REtion. Call Steve, 613- TURNS. Retired Revenue Canada Auditor 831-5029. w w w . s t e v e h o l l i n g - with over 35 years experience. Larry Pulcine worth.ca 613-623-4444 CHILD CARE

HOME DAYCARE McNab/Arnprior area

-Early Learning -Fun with French -Loads of TLC -Reasonable Rates 613-623-2946

MORTGAGES & LOANS

MORTGAGES FIRST second, private loans. Personal/business L.O.C. Credit problems, I have solutions. Private money available.

Please contact Jack Ronson, Quinte Mortgage Solutions Belleville.

1-866-874-0554

HOUSE CLEANING

MCPRIORSIDE Cleaning Service is now accepting new clientele.

Have immediate openings for Monday to Wednesday.

Reasonable rate, quality work. Won’t be disappointed. Call Bob 613622-5923

PERSONALS

Are you troubled by someone’s drinking?

We can help.

Al-Anon/Alateen Family Groups 613-860-3431

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

KANATA LEGION BINGO, Sundays, SAVE UP TO $800 on 1:00pm. 70 Hines a new high efficiency Road. For info, 613furnace and air condi- 592-5417. tioning bundle from DiSTITTSVILLE LEGION rect Energy. Call 1-866-917-8630 be- HALL, Main St, every fore April 30th. Terms Wed, 6:45 p.m. apply HOME IMPROVEMENT

SERVICES

ACCOUNTING CHRONICLE DIAMOND AWARD WINNER PUBLIC NOTICE for 2009 & 2010 Saturn Accounting Services, 613-832-4699, 613-623-5258 #1 IN PARDONS Remove Your Criminal Record! Get started TOCARPENTRY, REPAIRS, DAY for ONLY Rec Rooms, Decks, etc. $49.95/mo.

Limited Reasonable rates, 25 Time Offer. FASTEST, years experience. 613- GUARANTEED Pardon 832-2540 In Canada.

FREE Consultation Toll-free: 1 - 8 6 6 - 416 - 6 7 7 2 CERTIFIED MASON www.

10yrs exp., Chimney ExpressPardons.com Repair & Restoration, cultured stone, parging, repointing. Brick, block & stone. Small/big job **PLEASE BE ADspecialist. Free esti- VISED** There are mates. Work guaran- NO refunds on Classified Advertising, howteed. 613-250-0290. ever we are happy to offer a credit for future Classified Ads, valid for HOME 1 year, under certain IMPROVEMENTS Crown moulding, base- circumstances. boards, painting, tiling, repairs. Bruce Home **RECEIPTS FOR Restorations, Bruce Sul- CLASSIFIED WORD ly. Phone 613-623- ADS MUST BE RE2561, cell 613-818- QUESTED AT THE 1113 TIME OF AD BOOKING** SEND A LOAD to the dump, cheap. Clean up clutter, garage sale leftovers or leaf and yard waste. 613-2564613 WILL PICK UP & REMOVE any unwanted cars, trucks, boats, snowmobiles, lawntractors, snowblowers, etc. Cash paid for some. Peter, All Purpose Towing. 613797-2315, 613-560-9042

$$MONEY$$ Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 95% No income, Bad credit OK! Better Option Mortgage #10969 1-800-2821169 www.mortgagewww.allpurpose.4-you.ca ontario.com

**WORD AD COPY TAKEN BY PHONE IS NOT GUARANTEED FOR ACCURACY. For guaranteed wording please fax your word ad or email it to us.

WSIB free case assessment. NO UP FRONT FEE for FILE REPRESENTATION. Over $100 Million in settlements.

Call toll free 1-888747-6474, Quote # 123

BINGO

KANATA-HAZELDEAN LION’S CLUB BINGO. Dick Brule Community Centre, 170 Castlefrank Road, Kanata.

Every Monday, 7:00pm.

GARAGE SALES YARD SALES

INDOOR YARD SALE at the A.F.A.C. Wing 164 Argyle St. S. Renfrew, On. April 2. Call 613-432-4485, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Vendors welcome, something for everybody, call Joan 613-4324485 INDOOR YARD SALE, MONTH OF MARCH 283 Edward Street.

613-623-3352, Washer, dryer, and stove.

Lots of household items.

HELP WANTED

NEEDED NOW-AZ DRIVERS & OWNER OPS-. We seek professional safety-minded drivers to join a leading int’l carrier with financial stability; competitive pay and benefits; great lanes; quality freight; on dry vans only. Brand new trucks available. Lease program Available. Call Celadon Canada, Kitchener. 1-800-3320518 www.celado ncanada.com

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Open Daily

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Until April 25, 9am-4pm Fulton’s Pancake House March Break: horse drawn rides, face painting, outdoor fun, taffy.

Near Pakenham

For Details www.fultons.ca 613-256-3867

Physiotherapy Assistants and Kinesiologists Needed immediately for work in Renfrew. Excellent Remuneration. Rewarding Work. Email resume: Sandeep.Kulkar ni@Active Health.ca Fax: (613) 5996139 COMING EVENTS

HELP WANTED

FULL-TIME HAIRSTYLIST WANTED Renfrew Location • Wage plus commission • Equipment Provided • Fun Place To Work • Advanced & On-going Training • Flexible Working Hours PLEASE CONTACT SUSAN AT:

HELP WANTED

MECHANICS & ELECTRICIANS: Procon Equipment is currently looking for full time permanent Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics and Journeyman Electricians for our Nisku, Alberta facility. Must have certification. Preference will be given to any with underground experience.

Excellent work atmosphere and benefits.

Work schedule is 4 weeks on, 2 weeks off.

Will also consider relocation or qualified individuals to Edmonton area from within Canada. Please fax resume to 780-955-2411.

OPERATIONS MANAGER REQUIRED for gravel pit. Mechanical and equipment experience would be an asset. Full time position.

CL23847 APPLY in person 9-4 WEEKDAYS only. NesStar Fleet Trucking bitt Aggregates 1766 HIRING! DRIVERS, Lochwinnoch Rd RenFARMERS, RANCHERS frew. 613-432-5764 & RETIREES needed with 3/4 Ton or 1-ton pickup trucks to deliver OTTAWA’S Largest new travel trailers fifth Lawn and Property wheels from US manu- Maintenance Company facturers to dealers pays $120-$360 DAIthroughout Canada. LY for outdoor Free IRP plate for your Spring/Summer work. truck and low insurance Hiring honest, competirates! Pref. commercial tive, and energetic indiLic. or 3 yrs towing viduals to fill our variexp. Top pay! Call ous 2011 positions.

Craig 1-877-890-4523 Apply online @ www.starfleettruck www.Spring ing.com MastersJobs.com

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613-433-9399

HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED: PARTTIME SEASONAL, Sales experience is an asset. Must have own transportation. Please send resume to tropicanapools@yahoo.com

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LANDSCAPE LABOURERS Wanted. Experience a plus but not necessary. Fax resume to 613-832-4512

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Excellent wages and year round work. Fax resume 613838-2804 WORK OPPORTUNITIES Enjoy children?

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RESIDENT CARE COORDINATOR (Full Time)

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Reporting to the Director of Care the Resident Care Coordinator (RCC) will be responsible for the administrative functions, team activities and delivery of care to the residents. The RCC directs the care in a manner, which promotes and enhances the residents’ lifestyle while providing support to families and staff.

Contributes to the efficient operation of the Nursing Department, consistent with the Mission and Philosophy of Bonnechere Manor.

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Please send your resume, stating Competition #11-44, by 4:00 p.m., Friday, April 1, 2011 to: Human Resources County of Renfrew 9 International Drive Pembroke, ON K8A 6W5 FAX: (613) 735-7590 EMAIL: hrinfo@countyofrenfrew.on.ca (in MS Word or pdf format) Thank you for your interest, however, only applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.

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Must have 5 years plus experience in Fiber Optics.

University Degree is a Must.

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Must have at least equivalent to a 3 year Community College diploma such as Mechanical Technologist, Photonics Technologist, Electronic Technologist The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years experience operating and maintaining thin film deposition equipment in a production environment or proven ability to operate and troubleshoot relevant production equipment

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Responsible for the movement of material into, within and out of Stockroom in support of Production and R&D. Will also be involved in receiving purchased and customer supplied material as well as assisting the shipment of finished goods.

Accountant/Office Manager - China Operations

This position will be based in JiaXing, China, after a few months of training in Ottawa, Canada. The successful candidate will handle all the accounting, bookkeeping and record-keeping functions of our China subsidiary.

This will include various aspects of the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions for the China Company. They will also be involved in financial statement preparation, preparing journal entries, completing account reconciliations, the preparation of payroll and various financial analysis. In addition, the successful candidate will fulfill the duties of Office Manager. In this capacity, they will handle day-to-day office matters, handle various administrative duties and other office tasks as they may arise. Must be a team player and possess a strong work ethic, have a strong attention to detail and be able to meet tight deadlines.

Interested candidates may submit their resumes to: OZ Optics 219 Westbrook Road, Ottawa, ON K0A 1L0 Attention: Human Resources or by fax to 613-831-2151 or by e-mail to hr@ozoptics.com For more information, visit www.ozoptics.com Or drop resume off at the OZ Optics Reception Desk

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Interested candidates can email a resume with cover letter by March 18, 2011 to Paul Burton at: paul.burton@metroland.com

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CARDS OF THANKS

CARDS OF THANKS

IN MEMORIAM

DEATHS

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May 10, 1946 – March 26, 2009

Our thoughts of you, Don’t go away, You walk beside us, Every day.

IN MEMORIAM

Time changes many things but love & memory ever clings.

A booklet of commemorative verses is available for viewing at our office to help you get through this difficult time.

In memory of our beloved parents, Fred Scholl, July 8, 1969 and Blanche Thacker METCALFE, Jack March 18, 2005.

Lovingly remembered, By your family

www.communitynews.ca/memoriam

(nee Clark)

In loving memory of a beloved husband, dad and grandpa who passed away on March 14, 2010.

Down the path of memories we slowly walk today, Our thoughts forever with you as life goes on its way Although we cannot see you, your voice is still our guide For always in our memory, you are present by our side.

Never forgotten Elaine, Jennifer, Jason, JoAnne and families

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Jane, Ben, and Wendy Denis and Carrie and Grandchildren

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Every day in some small way, Memories of you come our way, And since you’ll never be forgotten, We pledge to you today, A hallowed place within our hearts, Is where you’ll always stay.

Lentz, Margaret

Unseen, unheard, But always near, Much loved, Greatly missed And very dear.

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MAISONNEUVE, Marcel

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Our deepest thanks to everyone who sent flowers, donations, food and cards in memory of George (Dad, Grandpa) Campbell.

We appreciate the excellent care George received from the Palliative Care team at the Civic (N.O.A. Unit) and Arnprior Hospitals.

We also appreciate the continued support of family and friends.

Sincerely, Betty (Campbell), Linda, Bartly, Lucas and Tessa Roberts.

We would like to thank Carolyn Bayford’s neighbours on Poole Street for the generous donation to the Ottawa Hospital (General Campus) Cancer Unit.

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With broken hearts we announce the passing of our dear Mom, Margaret on Friday March 11, 2011 in Bonnechere Manor, Renfrew. Margaret Lentz formerly of Arnprior at the grand age of 90 years.

Predeceased by her husband Arnold (1981) and her son David (1984) and grandson Jamie York (2009). Loving mother of Nancy York (Doug), Bruce (Sandra) and Phyllis Rafter (Gary).

Precious grandmother of Rod Wynn, Jason York, Erin McGibbon, Jennifer Hodgson, Amy Lentz, Sarah Murdoch and Catherine Murdoch. Great grandmother of Ethan and Paige Hodgson, Hudson and Harrison McGibbon and Graysen York. Fondly remembered by Mark and Jamie Belton.

Dear sister of John Clark (Rosalind) of Kleinburg.

Arrangements by The Boyce Funeral Home, Chapel Visitation and Reception Centre 138 Daniel Street N. Arnprior Respecting Margaret’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family service was held on Sunday March 13, 2011 at 2 p.m. in The Boyce Chapel. Final interment Arnprior Albert Street Cemetery. In memoriams to Bonnechere Manor were appreciated by her family.

Condolences/donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca.

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Murdoch, Wade John Campbell

July 18, 1961 March 10, 2011

September 30, 1968 March 8, 2011 (Founder, Arnprior Truck Centre)

Thursday evening, March 10, 2011 with family and friends at his side, suddenly and unexpectedly, David, in his 50th year passed away at the Ottawa General Hospital.

David will be sadly missed by Deborah Taylor, his devoted partner of 22 years.

Dear son and “little buddy” of the late Wyndham “Windy” Stubinski. Survived by his caring mother Doreen Stubinski (Warren) of Renfrew. Survived by his sisters Gail McQuade, Sharon (late Jim) Welch and Junie (Steven) McLaren and brother James. Survived by his only child Megan Burwell-Stubinski of Vancouver B.C. Thank you to the Emergency Team at Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital. Special thanks to Dr Cardinal and Dr Silvaggio and the nursing staff that compassionately cared for David at the General Hospital, ICU North.

Arrangements by The Boyce Funeral Home, Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre 138 Daniel Street N. Arnprior A private family service will be held in The Boyce Chapel. In memory of David, donations to the Arnprior & District Food Bank, PO Box 463, Arnprior Ontario K7S 3L9, are welcomed and very much appreciated by the family.

Condolences/donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca.

Passed away at home in Arnprior on Tuesday afternoon, March 8, 2011 age 42 years. Beloved husband of Brenda (McCue) Murdoch. Daddy to Grace, Campbell and Duncan. Dearly loved son of Jack “Chip” and Lorna (Campbell) Murdoch. Cherished brother of Tanya Murdoch and John Murdoch (Karen).

Much loved son in law of Fred and Ruth McCue. Brother in law of Mark McCue and Brent McCue (Carolyn). Dear uncle of Ryan McCue. Survived by many loving relatives and a family of friends.

Arrangements by The Boyce Funeral Home Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre 138 Daniel Street N. Arnprior A celebration of Wade’s life was held on Saturday March 12, 2011 at 3 p.m. in The Boyce Chapel followed by a time of fellowship and refreshment in St John Chrysostom Parish Hall in Arnprior at 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation “Oncolytic Virus Research” c/o Dr John Bell, Arnprior Humane Society or Ducks Unlimited were appreciated by his family.

Condolences/donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca

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McNab Days Scottish Festival ‘Calling the Clans’ The Scottish Festival event committee is in running ‘full kilt’ as it gears up for McNab Days, McNab-Baeside’s annual celebration of heritage and rural living.

The committee is responsible for two events. The ‘Calling of the Clans’ Ceilidh will launch McNab Days at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 23 with a family picnic, concert and the Calling of the Clans ceremony at Waba Cottage Museum. A Scottish Festival will be held on the Museum grounds Sunday, June 26.

The Ceilidh will feature entertainment from 7 to 9 p.m. by a variety of local talent. While families are encouraged to bring a picnic, the Lions Club will have food for purchase. Please bring your own blankets/lawn chairs.

At 9 p.m., the Calling of the Clans will occur. It is an ancient tradition where clans gather around a bonfire symbolic of unity and commitment to family and community, both core values in McNab-Braeside.

Each clan representative (chief) is provided with a torch.

When a particular clan is ‘called’, its Chief affirms in resonate tones that, yes, the clan is indeed present, provides a brief overview of the clan’s legacy, and proceeds to toss the torch in the bonfire to the accompaniment

of shouts of acclamation from other members of the clan.

Fortunately, in McNab-Braeside the definition of clan extends well beyond traditional Scottish family names to include any family, business, church or community group that wishes to participate.

Mayors from neighbouring municipalities will be invited.

The Pikwakanagan plans to participate, enriching the experience with an Algonquin perspective on clan.

The more chiefs and clans that participate, the more fun to be had.

Later that week, on Sunday, the Scottish Festival commences with a community Worship Service at 11 a.m. in museum church. Luncheon items will be available from the Lions Club, White Lake Women’s Institute and Glasgow United Church.

Heritage displays by local families, the Arnprior McNabBraeside Archives and Celtic artisans, including the Kippen Road Tartan weaver Bob Hinchley, will fill the afternoon, along with musicians.

A Pipe Tattoo, led by the Arnprior McNab Pipe Band, will perform at 1 p.m. on the grounds behind the Waba Cottage Museum. The festival will run to about 4 p.m.

Raring to go are the McNab Days Scottish Festival Committee. Getting together last Thursday to plan the Calling of the Clans event June 23 and the Scottish Festival June 26, from left, are Neil Masson, Mary Campbell, Susan Gillan, Mackie McLaren, Aldene Styles and Bob Smith.

Photo by John Carter Those wishing to volunteer for the Ceilidh and/or Scottish Festival, family and vendors that are looking to set up displays, and those wishing to register their ‘Clan’ for the Calling

are welcome to contact Mackie McLaren at 613-623-6391.

Corporate Sponsorship opportunities are available at various funding levels.

They include one stage spon-

sorship at $1,000, four pipe band sponsorships at $500, two event banner sponsorships at $300, 10 event sign sponsorships at $100 and six entertainment sponsorships at $100.

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2011 Arnprior and Area Visitor Guide The Arnprior Chronicle-Guide announces the third annual Arnprior & Area Visitor Guide. Published in May, this is the essential guide on what to do, where to go and what to see in the Town of Arnprior and surrounding area. The guide features historic highlights, calendar of events, shopping, restaurants, accommodations, attactions and more.

VISITOR Photo by John Carter

Representatives from both the Ontario and Quebec side gathered Monday to discuss the Norway Bay to Braeside river drive planned June 25 as part of the McNab Days celebration. In the front, from left, are Brian Rafter, Barb Haughton, Peter Haughton, Bristol Coun. Steve Forbes, McNab-Braeside Coun. Robert Campbell; and in back Garry Brake, Tom Clouthier, Bristol Mayor Brent Orr, Braeside River Drive committee chairman Daniel Q. Smith, Heather Lang and Dave Lemkay.

Bristol-to-Braeside flotilla planned for McNab days The Braeside River Drive event committee is ‘running rapid’ as it gears up for McNab Days, McNab-Baeside’s annual celebration of heritage and rural living.

Respecting McNab-Braeside’s logging heritage, the Braeside River Drive is a celebration of lumbering on Chats Lake, central to the founding of Braeside and Sand Point.

McNab-Braeside will have the distinct honour of hosting the W.D. Stalker, the last operating steam Alligator boat in the world, in time for the River Drive June 25.

The publication Alligators of the North, released in 2010, documented the importance of the Alligator boat in the economic stability of the Canadian lumber industry, including that of the Ottawa Valley.

With its steam-powered winch and shallow draft, the Alligator extended the lumbering livelihood of many McNabBraeside families from the 1880s through to the 1940s.

A last reminder of the by-gone era when lumber mills lined the shores of the Ottawa River, the W.D. Stalker will participate with other heritage and modern day river craft in a Bristol-to-Braeside flotilla.

Peter and Barbara Haughton will be towing their heritage barge, once the bunkhouse for lumbermen on the river.

The Haughtons have an extensive photo

collection of heritage river craft and look forward to swapping stories with locals who recall “the good old days.”

Set to leave Norway Bay in the Pontiac at about 9:30 a.m., the flotilla will make the crossing to Red Pine Bay on the Ontario side, arriving about 11 a.m.

On its arrival the flotilla will be greeted with other local boats, music, lunch items for sale by the Lions Club and displays by the Arnprior-McNab-Braeside Archives and the Ottawa Riverkeeper.

The river craft will be available for viewing during the festivities, which run until 4 p.m.

Admission to festival events will be $3 or $10 a family at the gate. Festival passes that provide admission to all municipal McNab Days events are $10 or $20 a family.

Volunteers wishing to participate in the Braeside River Drive should contact committee chairman Dan Q. Smith at 613623-0983.

Corporate sponsorship opportunities are available at various funding levels between $100 and $3,300. They include one W.D. Stalker sponsorship at $3,300, two Red Pine Bay dock extension sponsorships at $3,000, a stage sponsorship of $1,000, an event banner sponsorship at $300, 10 event signs sponsorships at $100 and two entertainment sponsorships at $100.

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Calling All Shutterbugs!

Submit your photos for the Arnprior & Area Visitor Guide for 2011 and you could win a $150 gift certificate and have your photo featured on the cover!

Here’s How:

Photos must depict life in Arnprior and area and can be from any season, of local waterways, activities, local landmarks, architecture, etc.

Entries should be a minimum of 9”x12” with a dpi of 300. You may submit a smaller image for judging purposes, but the original needs to be high resolution.

Entries should not be re-touched or processed through Photoshop Entries should be colour images.

Entries should include photographer’s name, place of residence, contact info, and a brief description of the photo.

One entry per person.

Winning photo(s) will appear on the cover of the 2011 Visitor Guide, A AD AN O C ONTARI and a short write-up about the photo and photographer will appear R O I ARNPR on an inside page.

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Entries should be no larger than 5MB in size and emailed to adrienne.barr@metroland.com Submission Deadline is 5:00 pm on Friday March 18, 2011 All entries are the property of The Arnprior-Chronicle Guide

JOHN CARTER john.carter@metroland.com

The McNab Days heritage river drive would be a ‘wonderful opportunity’ for the federal minister to come and declare the Ottawa River a heritage river, says McNab-Braeside Mayor Mary Campbell.

However, she’s not holding her breath, what with

Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MP Cheryl Gallant opposed to the plan.

Campbell urged township council members Tuesday to dispute suggestions the designation would interfere with landowner rights.

She said residents living along other rivers designated as heritage waterways have stressed there is

no regulatory limitations to their rights.

“It’s an honourary distinction,” she said.

“It doesn’t impact on municipal planning.”

On the contrary, a heritage designation would “help us in our economic development” by attracting tourists and focusing attention on the river, she said.

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LIBRARY PRESENTS MARY LAMBERT IN CONCERT The Arnprior Public Library helped ensure area youngsters had plenty to do on the March Break with a week full of activities. Monday’s offering was a kid’s concert in the community hall at the Nick Smith Centre. Children’s entertainer Mary Lambert, left, had the crowd interacting, above, and even got some of the parents involved in the show, right. Lambert’s silly songs and dances were fun for audience members young and old. Photos by Sherry Haaima

SKI SPECTACULAR GIVEAWAY Contest Winner

Congratulations to Karen Desjardins of Braeside who won Metroland’s “Ski Spectacular Giveaway Contest,” which included ski equipment for four from Kunstadt Sports and ski passes to Calabogie Peaks (value $4,350). Thanks to all our readers who entered the contest, and to our sponsors Kunstadt

Eric Kunstadt (Kunstadt Sports), Gisele Godin (Metroland Media), Cameron Desjardins, Karen Desjardins, Todd Desjardins (contest winners).

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KAYLA REINERT, DON GOUGEON Youth Corner

It may not look like it yet, but spring is here. And so are our spring programs!

You can now register for our programs at the Nick Smith Centre. Register early as many of these programs are popular and tend to fill up quickly.

On Monday, April 4, members of area emergency services will be at the Nick Smith Centre to take on our youth in a spirited game of dodgeball. This is a free program running from 6 to 7 p.m. So, drop in and meet and beat your community heroes.

Our popular cooking program continues Wednesday, April 6

from 6-9 p.m. The cost is $20. Registrations are due by Wednesday, March 30. Youth aged 9-15 are welcome to try their hand at making a meal to take home to the family.

Friday, April 8 is a PA day, so a perfect day to hold our Babysitter’s Course. The course runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is Red Cross certified. It is open to all youth aged 11 and up. The program teaches skills for staying home alone, as well as babysitting, first aid and more.

The cost is $45. Registrations are due by Sunday, April 3.

For eight weeks starting Tuesday, April 12, we will be offering a fencing program at AJ Charbonneau School. The course is offered thanks to Paul ApSimon of Ottawa Fencing.

The program runs from 6-7:15 p.m. for 9-14-year-olds and 7:308:45 p.m. for those 15 and up. The cost is $100 for the course. Registrations must be in by Tuesday, April 5.

Our popular ball hockey program is back this spring beginning Wednesday, April 20 and running for 10 weeks. This year we have added a Bantam Divi-

sion to the slate of Novice, Atom and PeeWee divisions.

Boys and girls are both welcome to play. The cost is $50 and the deadline for registration is April 13. We are looking for volunteers to coach and referee, so if you are interested, please note this on your child’s registration form or contact Kayla or Don at the Nick Smith Centre.

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 any of our programs, give Kayla or Don a call at 613-6237301, ext. 34 or e-mail us at kreinert@arnprior.ca.

The public can help support Muscular Dystrophy Canada in March by making a donation at any of the more than 600 LCBO stores throughout Ontario.

In 2010, LCBO raised $4.2 million for charities through special programs and initiatives, of which $3.8 million was raised through in-store fundraising.

LCBO’s annual dividend transfer to the Ontario government, which totaled $1.41 billion in fiscal 2009-10, supports a wide range of important government programs.

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LCBO collects for Muscular Dystrophy

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Raymond Chabot opens Renfrew, Arnprior offices STEVE NEWMAN

Wednesday afternoon appointments. Staff members at the two Renfrew County offices will also include Stanley Loiselle, partner of Raymond Chabot Inc. A chartered insolvency and restructuring professional (CIRP) and bankruptcy trustee, he has worked in the industry for 16 years. For many Canadians it’s still a volatile economic time, but not surprising, says Loiselle.

steve.newman@meteroland.com

The Bank of Canada declared the 2009 recession over by July of that year, but the uncertain economic climate persists. In fact, the national bank declared Canada’s economy wouldn’t reach its capacity again until 2011.

Well, 2011 has arrived and people are still struggling, as companies trained to help people lessen their economic woes include the Ottawa-based firm Raymond Chabot Inc. In recent years, area residents have travelled to the company’s Ottawa offices for advice. But now the firm is coming to them, by opening offices in Arnprior and Renfrew.

The Renfrew office is at 117 Raglan St. South in the same building occupied by the law firm of Stewart, McNab &

OTHER FINANCIAL STRAINS

Trustee Stanley Loiselle and estate mond Chabot Inc. Prince.

Estate administrator Debbie Wall will be in the Renfrew of-

Bankruptcy or other financial strains can happen to anyone, he emphasizes.

“Canadians are still at recordhigh debt levels,” he says, alluding to how Toronto Dominion Bank says the ratio of debt-toincome levels for Canadians will rise from current levels of about 146 per cent to 151 per cent.

“You can never know. It’s al-

administrator Debbie Wall of Rayfice Wednesday mornings. She’ll also be in Arnprior, at 16 Edward Street (Kenwood Centre), for

ways an event,” says Loiselle.

“One of the spouses takes ill, or there’s an accident, or there’s debt you can’t cope with.”

He also notes some economic trends, namely that more people over 50 are facing bigger economic challenges than they were a decade or so ago.

Sometimes this is because one has to work later in life than anticipated, or they may take on debt for their children that becomes unbearable, says Loiselle.

“Credit cards don’t monitor your income, but people don’t ways make the appropriate payments.”

That’s where Raymond Chabot Inc. enters the picture.

“Sometimes people need help with budgeting,” says Loiselle.

Usually, a trustee (or credit counsellor) provides options for clients.

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STEVE NEWMAN

Renfrew County staff is also helping to customize its warning systems − of lights, decals and siren − to optimize vehicle performance.

With no Sprinter ambulances on the road in Ontario, Nolan calls this is a Renfrew County pilot project. Local paramedics will critique their performance, with a view to enhancing vehicle performance.

The Renfrew County paramedic fleet has more than 20 ambulances, which are commonly replaced after travelling more than 300,000 kilometres. The City of Ottawa has also expressed interest in the new vehicles, said Nolan.

The County of Renfrew will take $841,000 from paramedic reserves to purchase the five new ambulances.

“I expect to have them on the road by fall,” said Nolan, who has ridden in the Sprinter ambulances at home and abroad.

steve.newman@metroland.com

In a pilot project that could result in growing use across Ontario, the Renfrew County paramedic service will purchase five Sprinter ambulances from Demers Ambulance of Montreal.

Although the cost has not been finalized, chief paramedic Mike Nolan says his Renfrew County fleet will replace its five oldest ambulances for an estimated cost of $150,000, compared to about $165,000 for the discontinued Ford ‘E’ series of ambulances.

The new ambulances will feature Mercedes Sprinter chasses and diesel engines.

The vehicles are being designed by Demers Ambulance in consultation with Nolan, deputy-chief Brian Leahey and other Renfrew County paramedic service staff.

“Perhaps of equal impor-

This is one of the many Mercedes-Benz Sprinter ambulances used in the world. This year Renfrew County paramedic service will replace five of its oldest ambulances with five Sprinter models designed by the Montreal company, Demers Ambulance. tance,” said Nolan, “is the ability to reduce operating costs. It will be significantly less to run them than the fleet we have today.”

Sprinter ambulances are common in Australia, Asia, Europe, Mediterranean countries and South Africa.

The Sprinter being devel-

oped out of Montreal is slightly shorter than the present Ford models used by the Renfrew County paramedic service.

The new design will also feature a lower lift, to reduce injury to paramedics, and allow paramedics to stand up within each unit because of the lower floor, said Nolan.

Continued from Page 44 Bankruptcy may be one; recommended lifestyle changes may be another.

And a third option may be the creation of a consumer proposal.

A consumer proposal stops creditors from pursuing legal action.

As Raymond Chabot’s recent ads in The Chronicle-Guide indicate: You can break away from debt and keep what you hold dear.”

Such proposals allow one to keep all their assets, avoid bankruptcy and consolidate debts into a single, no-interest, monthly payment.

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Appointments are taken within 24 hours, and one’s first and confidential consultation is free.

Raymond Chabot’s other locations are the Ottawa main office at 2505 St. Laurent Blvd. and 900 Morrison Drive in Ottawa-West.

The company can be reached from Arnprior at 613-236-5678, or from Renfrew by calling the toll-free number of 1-888-830-9090.

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Community Bulletin Board Our Community Bulletin Board is offered as a free service to local non-profit organizations. We reserve the right to edit entries for space and time considerations.

Send entries to derek.dunn@metroland.com.

MARCH 17 • The Royal Canadian Legion, 49 Daniel St., is having a St. Patrick’s Day Bash. Afternoon entertainment, Kyle Felhaver & Friends, fiddle and stepdance from 2-6 p.m. Evening entertainment, Pam & Doug Champagne 7-11 p.m.

Veteran’s Lounge open 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.

Admission $5 at door (children free). Public welcome All proceeds go to Legion roof repairs.

• Glasgow United Church is hosting an Irish Stew Supper from 4-6:30 p.m. Freewill donation at the door. Everyone welcome.

• On Thursdays, six-hand euchres take place at 7:30 p.m., Galetta Community Hall, Sponsored by the Galetta Community Association. Refreshments and prizes included.

MARCH 18 • ontrac Employment Services Resource Centre free Interview Skills Workshop 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Kenwood Centre. Learn how to present yourself in a positive light at the job interview.

Call 613-623-4680 to register. Space is limited.

MARCH 19 • Full Gospel Business Men’s Breakfast is set for Saturday, 9 a.m. at Kenwood Corporate Centre boardroom, 13 Edward St. N. Speaker: Dan Foisy, God is faithful. Tickets: $8. All welcome.

• Ottawa Valley Music Festival annual meeting at Trinity-St Andrew’s United Church in Renfrew at noon. All are welcome to attend. For more information, call 613-754 5217.

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MARCH 26 • Arnprior Agricultural Society invites you to join in a four-hand euchre tournament series Saturdays (also April 30) at the Braeside United Church on Phillip Street in Braeside. Registration starts at noon and the tournament at 1 p.m. Two-person teams, eight games played and team score totaled, cost $20 per person and a light lunch served.

• The Galilee Centre hosts the third annual Earth Hour Marshmallow Roast with hot chocolate. There will be a movie playing at 7 p.m. called the Economics of Happiness and at 8:30 p.m. the marshmallow roast and song-readings will begin. Dress warmly. For more info, call the Galilee Centre at 613-623-4242. A donations basket will be out.

MARCH 30 • Boost your public speaking skills by visiting the Arnprior Toastmaster Club. They meet Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m., second floor of the Arnprior Hospital. For more information, contact Jen (JC) Empey at 613-256-5858.

MARCH 31

• Stew/chili supper and euchre card party at Masonic Hall, 31 James St., at 5:30 p.m.

Door prizes and card prizes. Cost $8. Open to public. For more info or tickets, call Susan King 613-831-0844 or Betty Jones at 613-256-3388.

Tickets also available at the door.

MARCH 22

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Community Lunch from noon to 1 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. All welcome.

• Air Force Wing indoor yard sale at 164 Argyle St., Renfrew from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tables available for $12. Call 613-432-4485.

• Galilee Centre: Lenten icon retreat, praying with paint. The icon of ‘Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception’. Sunday at 5 p.m. to Saturday at noon. Both residential and commuter rates. Call 613-623-4242 or visit www. galileecentre.com.

MARCH 24 • Breastfeeding support group change of date.

LaLeche League Breastfeeding Support Group will meet 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Ontario Early Years Centre, Arnprior. For further information, call Kessie at 613-623-9565.

MARCH 25 • ontrac Employment Services Resource Centre free Dissecting the Job Ad workshop 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Kenwood Centre.The workshop will help you identify what employers are really looking for and assist you in gearing your resume towards those requirements. Call 613623-4680 to register. Space is limited.

• ontrac Employment Services Resource Centre WHMIS course from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Certificates will be awarded upon completion of the course. Cost is $22.50 per person. Call 613-6234680 to register. Space is limited.

• ontrac Employment Services Resource Centre Fall Arrest course from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Certificates will be awarded upon completion of the course. Cost is $22.50 per person. Call 613-623-

Each week we feature animals from the Arnprior and District Humane Society that are up for adoption.

• Farewell to Winter dinner from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 80 Daniel St., Arnprior. Dinner includes scalloped potatoes, baked beans, ham, meat balls, coleslaw, dinner rolls, homemade pies, tea and coffee. Adults $12, children $6 and under five free.

All are welcome. For takeout dinners, please call 613-623-9940 before 3 p.m. on the 26th

• The Arnprior and District Historical Society invites all interested to a meeting Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the Arnprior and District Museum, 35 Madawaska St. Guest speaker is curator Janet Carlile, who will give a power point presentation she’s done in New Zealand entitled ‘Canadian Furniture of the British Colonial Period’, which concerns furniture manufactured in Canada during the Georgian period with special emphasis on Renfrew County furniture.

MARCH 20-26

Please find me a home

3761 Keeko & # 3762 Yoshi Do you have a country home that would make the perfect home for these husky buddies? Yoshi and Keeko were found running down a highway together in May. The shelter would like to see these two beautiful dogs placed together and will reduce the adoption fee for the right home. The dogs get along well with each other and are good with other large dogs. Keeko is about seven years old and Yoshi about three. They are housebroken and well behaved, they have lots of energy and enjoy going for long walks. Both are affectionate, friendly and they know some basic commands but would benefit from more training. They are typical huskies and can be quite vocal. The dogs enjoy each other’s company and will make a wonderful addition to their new home.

Supplies the shelter needs: paper towels, window cleaner, bleach, liquid laundry soap and disinfectant wipes.

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

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APRIL 8 • The 14th annual Time & Talent Auction, hosted by Grace-St. Andrew’s United Church from 5 to 7 p.m. at the CEC – 257 John St, N. Doors open at 5 p.m. Spaghetti Supper $8; 8 and under $5. Auction at 7 p.m. sharp. Everyone Welcome. Accessible.

APRIL 9 • Connect Women (OVA) is hosting an all-day Workshop at Calvary Baptist Church: Topic is The Value of a Woman with speaker Soula Isch from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $10 payable at door during registration at 9 a.m. Lunch is provided. Soula Isch is a Missionary with SIM. Please register by April 4 by phoning 613-8304527. All women are welcome.

DAILY • Fundraising for the Arnprior and District Humane Society runs all year. Drop wine, beer & liquor empties at the shelter at 490 Didak Dr. in Arnprior. For more information on the fundraiser or the shelter, call 613-623-0916 and check out www.arnpriorhumanesociety.ca.

• Golden Valley Seniors limited number of new memberships available. Meetings are the fourth Wednesday of each month from September to June at 2 p.m. in the Arnprior Legion Hall.

Social time. Dinner optional. For more Information or applications, call Peggy Frechette at 613-623-7048.

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