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For Manotick and area residents driving down Manotick Main Street each day and noticing a flurry of activity at the Minto Mahogany Development construction site, there is an explanation. The Minto model Eco-Home got a boost or two from the help of CDS Building Movers on the afternoon of Wednesday, Dec. 14. The Eco-Home was lifted and relocated to a new site as part of Minto’s Phase I and will be sold as a residence in the future. Two brand new homes are being built on the Eco-Home’s old site facing Manotick Main Street. Pictured are CDS workers underneath the Eco-Home minutes before it was carted away.
Weather makes life difficult for Manotick’s feral cats By Dosi Cotroneo
EMC News - While Manotick residents prepare feverishly for the final countdown to Christmas, cold and hungry feral cats are suffering in the village longing for food, shelter and water. Enter longtime Manotick resident Pat Prinkosky. She and the team of Manotick Community Feline Rescue (MCFR) have been struggling to fight for the health and welfare of these felines for almost a decade. It all began when local business owners noticed an onslaught of stray cats along Manotick Main Street. The root of the problem was a local resident relocating and abandoning close to 10 cats. The stray animals found shelter underneath a decrepit building and the problem began to multiply. When Prinkosky took note of skeletal kittens out in subzero 284240_0219
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temperatures one night, that was enough for her to become their caretaker, and so began the set up of feeding stations, daily visits and the rescue of hundreds of feral kittens and adult cats. “We are seeing a large amount of lost cots in the Manotick area, and it is important for people to keep their cats in while the cold weather is here,” said Prinkosky. “The cats get scared from the snow plows and snowblowers and run off to an unknown area. They are then cold, hungry and frightened, yet somehow they make their way to MCFR’s feeding station.” Prinkosky explained just when they thought the last of the strays had been caught, new ones begin to show up. “These cats look fine at first, but after a few weeks they are beaten up and looking pretty shabby,” Prinkosky
said. “MCFR cannot take in any more cats.” Over the past 10 years, MCFR has placed 400 cats and kittens into homes. All of the cats were spayed or neutered, and there are many unadoptable cats that have a permanent home with MCFR. “It is a big job to take on but MCFR will never complain about it,” said Prinkosky. “It is so important to feed any stray cats that wander into your yard, as we have seen too many cats that were chased away and when MCFR found them, they were walking skeletons and had to be put down. It is the saddest thing to do especially when you know that it was someone’s beloved pet. Every cat has its own personality. No matter how scared a cat is, it does not deserve to live in the cold outside.”
EMC News - It’s become an epidemic in the rural communities this year. A number of rural elementary schools have had their playstructures deemed unsafe by the school board, leaving them with an enormous task of raising funds to rebuild. Thankfully, both Greely Elementary School and Castor Valley Elementary School met their goals with the generosity of community members, their respective parent councils’ fundraising activities, and various grants. Now, it is time for the Manotick School community to come up to bat. The Manotick Public parent council has worked feverishly over the past year to raise money, apply for grants, and now have received word that the junior play structure will be constructed over the summer months of 2012. Not a minute too soon, since come September 2012, the school will become part of the full-day Kindergarten program. At present, Manotick Public School has an enrollment of 255 students ranging from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 5. The parent council is still working toward raising funds for the second playstructure to be placed in the school’s tower yard for the senior students. “For two out of three of our playstructures to be deemed unsafe, puts us in a deficit to get them replaced,” said new
principal Andrew Nordman. Parents have generously donated a number of plastic playhouses to keep the Kindergarten students entertained, but they are dearly missing climbing and sliding and playing in the sand during their outdoor play times. “A project of this size will take an effort from the community as a whole and we really need to tap into corporate donations, local businesses, so we can get these playstructures built for our students, as well as the neighborhood children who enjoy playing in the playground year-round,” Nordman continued. He explained that the Kindergarten play structure alone will cost between $20 to $30,000 and the larger one will run substantially more than that “We’ve had a number of private donations already for this round and we are very grateful for individuals and businesses that have stepped up to the plate to help us,” said Nordman. “Without that support there’s no way a big capital project like this can get done. We feel very fortunate and very warmed by the support we’ve received so far.” For more information, or to make a donation, please visit the Manotick Public School Council web site at www. manotickschoolcouncil.wordpress.com and click on the “what’s going on” section.
Plasco agreement framework approved by city council Special to the EMC
EMC News – City council recently approved a framework for a long-term waste handling agreement with Plasco and delegated authority to the city manager and the city solicitor to execute the arrangement. The agreement will place the City on the cutting
edge of residential waste management by adding a fourth R – recover – to the environmental regime of reduce, reuse and recycle. Council’s approval of the framework also marks the next logical step in an innovative economic development initiative. See Plasco page 3
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This feral kitten is now safe, dry, warm, well-fed and loved by its forever families thanks to the rescue efforts of Pat Prinkosky and her team at MCFR.
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This initiative has seen the city help to incubate, test, and gain regulatory approval for a Clean-Tech system that has the potential to revolutionize waste management. Under the agreement, all
“If you cannot own a cat, sponsoring one is the next best thing. A feral cat will be matched up with a sponsor, who will receive a photo of the cat, and their monthly donations will help provide food, shelter and veterinary care. We hope that
everyone and their pets have a happy and safe holiday,” said Prinkosky. To make a donation, or for more information about sponsoring a feral cat or kitten, please contact Prinkosky at 613-692-4736 or visit the web site at www.mcfr.com.
financial and business risk associated with the launch of a new technology is Plasco’s and the city stands to gain substantially if Plasco proves to be successful in the North American market. Plasco’s technology converts residential waste that can’t be reused or recycled to gas, which is then burned
to create electricity with low emissions. Under the framework, the city will send 109,500 tons of residential solid waste to Plasco for processing, creating a net 18 megawatts of power per year and extending the life of the City Trail Road landfill by 28 years from 2042 to 2070.
If your child is begging for a puppy this Christmas, Pawsitively Pets kids camp might just make it happen – if only for a few days. For the first time ever, the Toronto-based animal day camp is hosting its winter dog sled camp just south of Ottawa in the village of Osgoode from Dec. 27 to 30 and Jan. 3 to 6. Children aged 6 to 14 can join the camp for two or four days at a time to learn how to dog sled, become excellent pet owners and stay safe if they get lost in the cold. As an added bonus, kids will even meet some exotic creatures who don’t like the cold at all, such as wallabies and cavies, as a preview for the camp’s first March Break safari camp in 2012. Ottawa camp director Linda Sinclair said the camp is more than just playing with
pups, although “experiencing the joys of this great Canadian sport” is certainly a part of it. Along with a full day of dog sledding with professional mushers, kids will meet speakers from Ottawa’s Wild Bird Care Centre, rescue workers, dogs with jobs, and zookeepers from a variety of local zoos such as the Saunders Country Critters zoo near Kemptville. “It truly is such an incredible experience for kids, to foster their passion for animals and to teach them empathy by working with rescuers and charitable organizations. It was just such an amazing opportunity that we just had to bring it to Ottawa,” Sinclair said. The camp will be hosted in the basement of the Osgoode Veterinarian Clinic on Osgoode Main Street. Dr. Andrew Sparling, one of the clinic’s four vets, said the camp is
a fantastic way to foster respect for animals in kids. “Animal care is something that if we can teach people at an early age the importance of looking after our animals, it will foster that behaviour later on,” he said. He added that, as a natural animal lover, he’s excited to have a dog sled team nearby over the Christmas break. “It’s going to be quite an amazing experience, I think. Any chance I get to sneak a peak and have a look or hang out I’m going to take it,” he laughed. Although Dr. Sparling will likely be too busy tending to his furry patients to drive the sleds, some campers will have a chance to lead the dog sleds themselves. Two-day camps cost $140, and four-day camps cost $265. Registration forms can be found at www.pawsitivelypets.com.
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OHRI, CHEO open new Centre for Practice-Changing Research By Janice Thiessen jthiessen@theemc.ca
EMC News – Ottawa Hospital Research Institute (OHRI) and CHEO celebrated the grand opening of the Centre for Practice-Changing Research on Dec. 14. The recently completed two-story facility that will become fully operational in February, will house more than 300 multi-disciplinary clinicians and staff facilitating major collaborations. “Clinical methods are common no matter the specialization. This facility will give clinicians and staff an opportunity to share best practices,”
said Dr. Martin Osmond, CEO and Scientific Director for CHEO Research Institute. “Some of the first projects will centre around improving treatments for infectious diseases and asthma common to children in Ottawa. As well as nursing research in pain control in infants.” According to Dr. Osmond it was clinicians who more and more wanted a centre where they could collaborate and expand their research. “It came from the ground up, so it’s great so see the project go full circle and benefit those who wanted it most,” he said.
University of Ottawa medical researchers will be incorporated in future initiatives as the building is connected to all three institutions at the Smyth Road academic health sciences centre. “The Centre for PracticeChanging Research will enable clinicians and researchers at The Ottawa Hospital, CHEO and the University of Ottawa to work together to design clinical studies that can answer the most pressing questions we have about how best to provide health care,” said Dr. Duncan Stewart, CEO and Scientific Director of the OHRI. “This kind of
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independent, academic research is essential for improving patient care and increasing efficiency at The Ottawa Hospital and CHEO, as well as at other hospitals across the country.” According to Dr. Stewart the centre cost $24 million. Contributions from CHEO foundation’s Big Steps fundraiser campaign, Ottawa Hospital and the federal government were acknowledged. Dr. Shawn Aaron, lung disease researcher and clinician for the OHRI, shared his very personal story about how innovative research directly impacts patients. During his wife’s bout with breast cancer, patient oriented cancer therapy based on her genealogy reduced her chance of reoccurrence by half. He also shared that people diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis usually have a life expectancy of two years, but with nonstop effort developing a variety of treatments, life expectancy has
improved by 45 years “We are keeping people alive and healthy,” Aaron added. “Without clinical research we stay stagnant.” Special guest speaker Wally Speckert shared his story about living with cystic fibrosis and how clinical research has extended his life expectancy. He said throughout his treatments he used to have to take 60 pills per meal and often suffered from stomachaches. He recently suffered from a serious bacterial infection that would have taken his life if it weren’t for an option to take a newly developed treatment. He proudly announced he is 51, and living well, only having to take three pills per meal, a vast improvement and sincerely thanked the clinicians and staff. “Thank you from not only the bottom of my heart but from my lungs as well,” he noted.
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Popular Manotick outdoor rink restored in time for skating season Special to the EMC
EMC News — Winter is coming and thanks to local volunteers and the City of Ottawa, a popular outdoor rink in Manotick will be ready. In October, the Manotick Culture, Parks, and Recreation Association (MCPRA) was awarded a $3,400 City of Ottawa minor capital grant to rehabilitate the Centennial Park outdoor rink beside the Manotick Arena on Dr. Leach Drive. Built and maintained by volunteers since 2002, the rink is used almost continually in winter, but was cited by residents as needing an upgrade, according to a 2011 MCPRA survey. “It couldn’t have lasted another winter,” says Noel Norenius, president of the MCPRA. “We needed to do something before freeze-up, and thanks to the city and other community groups we were able to make it happen.” Almost 50 volunteers contributed to the rehabilitation over two weekends in November. The Rideau Oldtimers Hockey League donated $1000 towards materials and
Your Children’s Aid Thank you Ottawa The holiday season is always bitter sweet for those who work with struggling families in the community. It’s a time when families, who are already facing issues such as poverty, mental health, and addictions, are seemingly stretched to the seams with increased expenses, stresses, and overall expectations. However, ‘tis also the season of tremendous generosity, where individuals and organizations come together to give of their time and money to help the most vulnerable members of our community.
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The Manotick Kiwanis and the Rideau Oldtimers Hockey League joined Manotick Culture, Parks, and Recreation volunteers and other members of the community over two weekends in November to replace rotting rink boards, paint the entire rink and remove leaves and debris at Centennial Park outdoor rink in Manotick. provided much-needed volunteer labour. The Manotick Kiwanis were also generous with their time. Special thanks to Ian McDonald who engineered and built the new
rink panels and did much of the installation. The rink is scheduled to open over the Christmas holidays, depending on the weather. The City of Ottawa
minor capital grants program is aimed at community groups who can successfully contribute 50 per cent (in cash, time, or materials) to developing fixed assets on city property.
Metcalfe Grannies raise $1,750
The Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa is extremely grateful to the community for the assistance that it provides over the holiday season. The Holiday Gift Program of the CAS held its 27th annual gift drive this year, and received more than 6 000 thousand gifts from over 90 organizations, schools, businesses and individuals in the community. Over 50 volunteers have spent the last few weeks picking up and preparing the toys, which have been distributed to families living with financial difficulty in the Ottawa community. On any given day, the CAS in Ottawa provides services to approximately 2 000 families in need within the community. Without the generosity of the Ottawa community, many of these families would be dealing with the additional burden of trying to provide a festive holiday season for their children with little means. These gifts, so carefully selected and decorated by donors, are given to parents for them to give to their children, providing beautiful opportunities for increasing parenting capacity and creating space for positive and loving interactions.
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On behalf of the Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa and the Children’s Aid Foundation of Ottawa, I would like to thank all of you who have so generously given of your time, money, and commitment to the children and youth in our community. We are all so humbled by your generosity. I have seen firsthand what your contributions over the course of the year have meant to children and families. I wish that you could hear of all the stories of resilience and hope. Those stories are a testament to your understanding that it does indeed take a village to raise a child. Happy holidays to you and your family.
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The Grannies All About Kids group in Metcalfe raised $1,755 at their fourth annual cookie walk on Saturday, Dec. 10. Although they didn’t meet their goal of $2,000, organizer Bev McKibbon said the event went “very well.” The grannies, who are part of the Canada-wide Grandmothers to Grandmothers campaign for the Stephen Lewis Foundation, sold a total of 128 boxes – 94 large and 34 small. Customers had their pick of 710 dozen cookies, which were laid out in the Metcalfe Lions’ Den Saturday afternoon so customers could peruse the merchandise. Sixteen “grannies” – not all of them true grandmothers just yet – baked 710 dozen cookies in preparation for the event, equaling more than 8,500 cookies. The cookies didn’t entirely sell out, but the leftovers were donated to Harvest House and the Ottawa Mission. “We’re happy,” McKibbon said. In 2010 the grannies sold 640 dozen cookies and raised about $1,500. The money will be donated to the Stephen Lewis Foundation in support of grandmothers in sub-Saharan Africa who are raising their grandchildren after being orphaned by AIDS.
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December in preparation for a weekly “shopper express” bus starting in the new year.
Workers installed the signs as confused residents called Osgoode Coun. Doug Thompson and their community associations to ask if full transit service is coming to the area. Indeed there is a bus route on its way, but not to the extent residents fear. The weekly route will drive through Metcalfe and Greely every Thursday starting Jan. 12 to provide seniors, people with disabilities and anyone else in the villages a chance to shop in the urban centre without needing a car. Beginning at the Metcalfe community centre on 8th Line Road, Route 204 will travel west on Victoria Street and Snake Island Road before heading north on Manotick Station Road and stopping at the Orchard View retirement centre. From there the bus will double back along Apple Orchard and Parkway Roads, stopping in front of the Greely community centre before heading north on
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Thompson said. The concern around bringing transit to the villages is largely about cost, explained Greely Community Association president Bruce Brayman. Currently rural residents without transit pay a very small tax, less than $10, to maintain the park and rides that serve rural areas such as the one off Leitrim Road and the Riverview location in Riverside South. Although some community leaders advocate for more transit – community police officer Const. Nicole Gorham, for example – Brayman said it’s not feasible for taxpayers. “Once you get transit you have to pay for it. That’s a large number that people would have to pay just so a couple of teenagers can go to town,” he said. However Brayman likes the idea of the shopper bus, which he said is a healthy compromise between no access for seniors at all and too many buses in the villages – even if it came as a surprise to the residents. “Personally I can’t see it hurting. But the question I have is why no one was consulted on it. None of the community associations knew about it. OC Transpo obviously didn’t ask us what was appropriate or not,” he said. Metcalfe Community Association president Shari Rowan said the associations only found out about the new route Ottawa Citizen Newspaper at November’s Osgoode Ward 10.5 inches wide X 11.07 inches high advisory council meeting, when OC Transpo presented the plan as “a done deal.”
Bank Street towards South Keys and the Billings Bridge shopping centre. Thompson assured that the bus, modeled on the North Gower-Manotick shopping route already in service, is not a “gateway bus” to increased transit service as some residents fear. “If there had been any indication that this would have been a first step to get bus service in the rural area, I would have quashed the idea from the beginning. But it’s an opportunity for seniors to get out once a week, and I think it will be fairly well used,” he said. He added that the pilot project’s funding comes from a minimal rural transit tax that residents have already been paying annually for several years. “The money for this shoppers’ express comes within the budget that we already pay for, so there’s absolutely no new money,”
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Hold Hoedown promoter accountable, reader says Dear Editor: I don’t like to rain on anyone’s parade, but I find it galling that an event promoter can sashay into Kanata and commandeer the crown jewel of Kanata parks to earn himself a tidy profit at the expense of existing long-term users. The promoter declared that this park was “the most beautiful and well-kept park” that he had ever seen. There is a good reason for this. In the mid 1980s, a very talented landscape architect, Allan Cameron, was tasked with designing Walter Baker Park. He held wide-ranging consultations with the user community including baseball, football, and Kanata Soccer. I still have drawings of the many proposed plans. The end product was at once functional for various activities and
esthetically pleasing. It combined numerous sports fields surrounded by meandering pathways, fountains, wooded areas and Allan’s big idea of the toboggan slide. Later, the KRC arenas, and Kanata Theatre were added. Let us not be deceived that the usurper will only temporarily disrupt a single soccer field with minimal damage. Keep in mind that this “venue” will have extensive fencing to keep out event crashers and presumably large stages. The tens of thousands of visitors cannot help but damage the sports fields involved especially if it rains. It is also disturbing that the promoter intends that this will be an annual event. Furthermore, once the
foot is in the door, many other promoters will catch on to a good thing and perpetually tie up scarce sports fields. The article in the EMC did not explain why the event is not being held at its previous venue, LeBreton Flats. It is good enough for many other events. Alternatively, why not use ScotiaBank Place? It is very well set up for big events. Since we are dealing with a fait accompli, we can only hope that the promoter will be held accountable for any damage, and that the city keep this issue in mind in subsequent years. Yours truly, Barry Felstead. Kanata
EMC Editorial – What’s next? While we are most certainly in Mayor Jim Watson’s corner when it comes to his recent announcement pertaining to the City of Ottawa’s new public skating helmet policy, it sometimes seems as though the checklist of dos, don’ts and must haves we’re required to complete before embarking on our day-to-day activities has become nothing less than exhausting. The new helmet policy, which will come into effect Jan. 1, will make it mandatory for children 10 and under, as well as weak skaters of any age, to wear a helmet while participating in City of Ottawa public skating sessions. It’s easy to understand where the city is coming from and we fully support any initiative aimed at keeping our kids safe. Nobody wants to read a headline announcing the serious injury or death of a child (or anyone for that matter) because of an incident that could have easily been avoided by the presence and proper use of a helmet. At the same time, however, we can’t help but reflect on how many so-called safety rules and regulations have been implemented over the years, making us wonder how – without them – society was ever able to survive and flourish into the 21st Century. The most popular example is the bicycle helmet. It’s obvious a helmet should be worn when riding in a high-traffic area such as downtown Ottawa. When it comes to a leisurely cruise around the neighbourhood, however, is it really as essential as we’ve been led to believe? How did our parents ever make it to adulthood? People from their generation sure as heck weren’t required to wear bicycle helmets and, while they certainly experienced a few bumps and bruises as a result, most older folks would likely describe it as part of growing up. What about playgrounds? Today’s neighbourhood parks often include multicoloured plastic monstrosities in the place of the creaky wooden climbers, metal slides and old-fashioned monkey bars many of us are used to. Yes, it’s important to replace and update this equipment, but was it really that unsafe for kids when it was in its prime? There are countless examples of how today’s society tends to be a little overprotective of its people -- more than this space would ever allow us to list. Yet, how successful has this been? More rules often leads to more rebellion. The tighter your grip, the greater the chance of having something slip through your fingers. What’s next? Mandatory helmets to protect us against slipping in the shower?
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Christmas is the most wonderful time of year It’s that time again. Corny Christmas carols are being pumped out of every surround speaker across Ottawa. Garish mall displays are packed with crying children and fussing parents. Shops are alight with life-saving sales and travel agencies are broadcasting their annual all-inclusive Caribbean packages on local radio stations. Phew! Christmas is quite the production. In spite of the alwaysreassuring consumer driven theme, I actually dig Christmas. Not for the cheesy colour combinations or tacky re-gifted sweaters, but for the
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with friends sans the wool sweater family vibe. I love all the options of so many different parties, to be able to choose whether I want to go all out or relax with a close-knit group. The classic night out on New Years involves dancing the night away, sipping champagne in some fancy frock, recently picked up and picked out especially for the occasion. It’s fun to daydream of who I might be sharing the momentous countdown with, all smiling with excitement, holding our breath for the last second of the year. New Years is quite a
blast but what about the dreaded resolution? I haven’t thought of what to choose for my New Year’s resolution yet, but I’m sure it will involve some sort of Ironman-like triathlon of selfimprovement: vegan diet, strict daily workout regiment and building some sort of mediation room. Not! I’m more likely going to relax for a bit and then get back to the grind, as the holidays don’t last forever. No matter what you do for your holidays, have fun Ottawa! Merry Christmas and have a great New Year.
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Awareness and understanding of the suffering and hardships that, for so many people in the world and close to home, was the focus of study for a Grade 3/4 class at Osgoode Public School. After reading articles and stories dealing with homelessness, the students wrote about the joys of living in Osgoode Township. Osgoode ward councillor Doug Thompson joined the class for a pizza lunch that he provided and shared with the students as they got their letters ready. He spoke about his job as a councillor.
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By Jim Watson At the end of November, City Council adopted Budget 2012, which restricts the annual tax increase to 2.39% - the lowest rate in 5 years. Some other highlights include: • A reduction in staff: 47 full time equivalent positions at the City will be cut for the first time in 8 years.
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Claire Lauzon, Vice-President of Ma Cuisine on Dalhousie St. in The Market was proud to put up the Grand Prize in this year’s EMC Holiday Recipe Book contest. The 10 piece Cuisinox Pot set, worth some $800.00, was the perfect prize for a Cook Book contest. Monica Saunders would like to thank the EMC and Ma Cuisine very much for the beautiful stainless steel pot set she won for entering the EMC recipe contest. “It is a prize I will cherish and use for the rest of my life. I love to cook and bake so I know the pots will get a lot of use in the years to come.” Monica said.
• $14 million towards housing and homelessness initiatives to help the most vulnerable in our society Something we are particularly proud of in this budget is Ottawa on the Move, the largest infrastructure project in our city’s history. Through Ottawa on the Move we will invest $340 million over the next three years to fix up our roads, sidewalks, bike paths, sewers and culverts. This is a formidable undertaking; a bold initiative to rehabilitate and revitalize Ottawa’s transportation network for our commuters, cyclists and pedestrians. Ottawa on the Move will help ensure the long term sustainability of our city, while paying immediate dividends, which is especially important as we prepare to host the country for the nation’s 150th anniversary But of course these are the holidays and what’s really on your mind is spending Christmas with family and close friends. And like you, I feel this is a special time to give back to the community and am continually impressed by the generosity and goodwill of our residents. Whether it’s the OC Transpo Food Drive or our annual Mayor’s Christmas Celebration, people in this city are always ready to donate to those less fortunate. Together we raised tens of thousands of pounds of food for families who need it, and that’s something we can all be proud of. Finally, many of you will be attending one or many Christmas parties in the coming weeks and it’s important to make smart choices in how we get to and from these events. Enjoy yourselves, but be responsible and plan ahead. You can take a cab, OC Transpo or organize safe travel with Operation Red Nose.
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Not only did it taste as fresh as the day I bought it, but it hadn’t lost any of its creamy consistency. It may sound strange but, when you haven’t had eggnog for four months and you’re not having it with a lot of
rich Christmas food, having eggnog at Easter is a real treat. If you have extra eggnog but you don’t want to freeze it, you can always use it to make this tasty quick bread. Once you’ve tried this recipe, you may find yourself buying more eggnog so that you can make this bread again during the holidays. Moist, full of fruit and nuts, it makes a very dense loaf.
Eggnog Quick Bread 1/4 cup melted margarine or butter 3/4 cup white sugar Two eggs, beaten 2 1/4 cups flour Two tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup mixed candied fruit One cup commercial eggnog In a bowl, combine the butter, sugar and eggs. Mix well.
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In another bowl, combine the dry ingredients with the nuts, raisins and candied fruit. Stir 1/3 of the eggnog into the creamed butter mixture. Then, add about half of the dry mixture. Stir just until moistened. Add another 1/3 of the eggnog, and stir, then mix in the remaining dry ingredients. Finally, stir in the last of the eggnog. Spoon the batter into a greased loaf pan.
Bake at 350F for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If the bread starts to get too brown, place a piece of aluminum foil (shiny side up) on top of the loaf. When the bread is done, remove it from the pan, and cool it completely on a wire rack before slicing. From our family to yours, a very Merry Christmas and a healthy and Happy New Year.
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his second season with a young Senators team that is competitive almost every night. “If you look at me personally, my success is going (along) with the success of the team,” said Gonchar. “And we’ve been playing well as a team. Based on that, it’s easier for me to pick my moments and feel my partners.… I play well when everybody else is doing well.” Gonchar’s hockey resume
includes four appearances in the NHL all-star game (2001, 2002, 2003 and 2008), and he’s one of five Senators on the fan ballot for the 2012 mid-season affair, set for Jan. 29 at Scotiabank Place. To vote for Gonchar and his Ottawa teammates, log on to vote.nhl.com on your computer or mobile device, or text the last name of a player to 81812. Voting closes on Jan. 4.
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comes with being near the end of your career. You have that experience and you’re sharing it with the younger players.” Make no mistake about it — Gonchar hasn’t forgotten where he came from. Way back in 1994-95, he was a shy young rookie himself in a foreign land, someone who admits he didn’t really know the English language that was prevalent in the Washington Capitals dressing room. But thanks to veterans such as Peter Bondra, Dmitri Khristich and Calle Johansson, a youthful Gonchar soon found his way and grew into a major component of the blue-line corps in Washington and later on in
Pittsburgh, where he enjoyed his greatest team successes. “Those guys were a little bit older, they had families,” said Gonchar of the veteran help he received in Washington. “I didn’t have as many younger teammates at the time and I had to learn the language, so it was a little tougher for me. So that’s why when I see younger guys coming in now, I try to help them as much as I can. I remember how tough it was for me.” The biggest lesson Gonchar offers now is a simple one — good things come to those who wait. “When you’re young, you want to have everything right away,” said Gonchar, a first-
round pick (14th overall) by the Capitals in the 1992 NHL Entry Draft. “During the game, you want to do things right away. Sometimes, when you’re a defenceman, you’re trying for the big hit or you’re trying to jump (up in the play) and your timing is not always good. So when you’re patient and you’re waiting for that moment to come, you’ll have that chance. “But being patient when you’re young is probably the toughest thing to do.” Just ask Gonchar, who’s feeling much more comfortable in
Montreal Canadiens at Ottawa Senators: Tuesday, December 27, 7:30 p.m. (Sportsnet East) Calgary Flames at Ottawa Senators: Friday, December 30, 7:30 p.m. (Sportsnet East) New Jersey Devils at Ottawa Senators: Monday, January 2, 7:30 p.m. (Sportsnet Sens)
EVENTS AT SCOTIABANK PLACE Sens Skills presented by Metro: December 28, 1 p.m. Professional Bull Riders: January 14, 7:30 p.m. MBNA Capital Hoops Classic: January 18, 6 p.m. (women) and 8 p.m. (men) Disney On Ice… Presents Treasure Trove: February 15, 7 p.m.; February 16, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; February 17, 7 p.m.; February 18, 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., and February 19, 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Simple Plan: February 24, 7 p.m. Hedley: March 14, 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.CapitalTickets. ca, by phone at 613-599-FANS (3267) or 1-877-788-FANS (3267); in person at The Sens Store at Carlingwood Mall and Place d’Orléans, any Ottawa Sports Experts location, Les Galeries de Hull and at the Scotiabank Place box office.
MONTREAL CANADIENS Tuesday, Dec. 27, 7:30 p.m., Sportsnet East The offensively challenged Canadiens haven’t exactly soared out of the gate just yet, but still expect to be among the Eastern Conference’s playoff contenders when all is said and done. After a slow start, top free-agent acquisition Erik Cole has picked up the pace on the scoresheet, but the Habs could also use more from the likes of Michael Cammalleri and Brian Gionta. Meanwhile, Max Pacioretty is showing signs that he’s a star of
the future. Montreal’s goal-scoring struggles turn up the heat even more on netminder Carey Price, who works behind a blue-line corps that has just added Tomas Kaberle to its ranks, but is still missing Andrei Markov.
Max Pacioretty has emerged as a growing offensive threat for the Montreal Canadiens (Photo by Scott Levy/NHLI via Getty Images).
Friday, Dec. 30, 7:30 p.m., Sportsnet East While the Flames’ fortunes have improved in recent games, they still face a dogfight to land a playoff berth in the highly competitive Western Conference. Jarome Iginla remains Calgary’s iconic leader and also the centrepiece of the Calgary attack. It’s a group that also counts on Olli Jokinen, Alex Tanguay and Rene Bourque, among others, to produce offensive contributions. Jay Bouwmeester is the steadying force on a blue-line brigade that has been
riddled by injuries, but has found a home for former Binghamton Senators standout Derek Smith. The Flames’ hopes largely ride on the play of workhorse goaltender Miikka Kiprusoff, who’s again carrying the bulk of the load in net.
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Pet Adoptions PET OF THE WEEK STEVE
A134544 Meet Steve, a neutered male, white Domestic Shorthair cat who is approximately eight months old. This snowy white furry feline was brought to the shelter as a stray on August 27 and he is now available for adoption. Steve would love to sleep under the blanket with you. He has the most amazing yellow eyes and loves keeping busy with interactive toys. He would rather not be fed anything except the special diet he needs to keep him feeling his best. No holiday treats, please! Steve is a special needs adoption because he has dietary needs. He may be able to change from this diet slowly over time once settled into a home and with the advice of a vet.
CARLA A138246 This unaltered female, white Dwarf and Himalayan rabbit is about seven months old. She was brought to the shelter as a stray on November 19 and is now available for adoption. Her red eyes stand out against her pure white fur coat, and she’s looking for a home where she can be social with her owners and have plenty of exercise and healthy food. Rabbits love human companionship, and that’s all Carla wants for Christmas!
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and may swallow them, which can lead to serious injury-and expensive surgery! Ornaments hung on lower tree limbs should not be breakable. Also, keep your tree free of decorations made of food! 4. Barricade the water trough around the tree to prevent your pet from drinking the water, which may be dirty and contain pine needles, which are indigestible. 5. Be careful with Christmas lights! Secure electrical cords and conceal outlets. Pets may chew on cords; and keep pets away from open flames. 6. Some Christmas plants are toxic to pets. Keep your pets away from mistletoe, holly, poinsettias and amaryllis. If ingested, they may cause vomiting, diarrhea and/ or other problems. If your pet has ingested something you’re unsure about, call your veterinarian! The carefully purchased and lovingly wrapped gifts 7. After gifts have been unwrapped, discard or store wrapping paper and ribbons,
Please note: The Ottawa Humane Society has many other companion animals available for adoption. Featured animals are adopted quickly! To learn more about adopting an animal from the Ottawa Humane Society please contact us: Website: www.ottawahumane.ca Email: Adoptions@ottawahumane.ca Telephone: (613) 725-3166 x258 Manotick EMC - Thursday, December 22, 2011
which could be dangerous play toys for pets. 8. You’re not the only one looking under the tree with curiosity. If you don’’t know what’s in a package, don’t leave it under the tree! You may find out the hard way that Aunt Jane got you a delicious box of Belgian truffles. Chocolate is toxic for cats and dogs. The sumptuous holiday fare 9. Table scraps and left-overs aren’t just too rich for your pets: bones in the meat could lead to serious complications or death. 10. Ensure that edibles in Christmas stockings or on the tree are unreachable by your pet and away from dangerous places, such as the fireplace. The winter wonderland 11. Always ensure that your pet is wearing adequate identification. With more frequent comings-and-goings, it’s easy for your pet to slip out of the house unnoticed. 12. On colder days, limit your pet’s exposure to the out-of-doors to short time periods.
Pati My name is Pytrycja Mildred Cat but everyone calls me “Pati.� I live with my sister Brytny and Ewoue who brings us food and toys. I also have four brothers but they don’t live with us. My favourite things are eating, sleeping, watching the birds and squirrels and playing with the neighbourhood cats. I like all of the seasons - even winter - but when it’s really cold I mostly stay inside and watch everyone through the window. Do you think your pet is cute enough to be “THE PET OF THE WEEK�? Submit a picture and short biography of your pet to find out! Simply email to: cfoster@thenewsemc.ca attention “Pet of the Week�
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The holidays present many hazards for pets. The same things that make Christmas special may cause problems for your animals. Here are the OHS’s tips to help keep your companion animals safe, healthy and happy during the holidays: The busy social season 1. Holidays are a busy time for visiting and being visited – you may be away for extended periods or have a house full of guests. If you’re away, have someone check in on your pet or board your pet. Note that your pet’s vaccinations will have to be upto-date to be accepted at a boarding facility. 2. If you’re entertaining, you may wish to keep your pets in a quiet room away from the noise and activity. If they’re mingling among the guests, make sure you’re monitoring them so that they don’t share your guests’ holiday finger foods! The glittering Christmas decorations 3. Christmas ornaments should be “petfriendly.� Avoid using tinsel on trees! Curious animals are attracted by the shiny strings
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westminster presbyterian church
Service Time: Sundays at 10:30 AM
265247
We are a small church in the city of Ottawa with a big heart for God and for people. newhopeottawa.co
Celebrating 14 years in this area!
613.247.8676 (Do not mail the school please)
The West Ottawa Church of Christ
Email: admin@mywestminister.ca
613-722-1144
313666-0129
429 Parkdale at Gladstone Ministers Rev. Dr. Anthony Bailey Barbara Faught - Pastoral Care Melodee Lovering - Youth and Children Worship Service - 10:30 am 613-728-8656 Sunday School for all ages pdale@trytel.com www.parkdaleunitedchurch.ca Nursery Available
273400-0925
Sunday Services: Bible Study at 10:00 AM - Worship Service at 11:00 AM
Our area houses of worship invite you to rejoice this Christmas season with praise, reflection, song and Come prayer. Their doors are always open, so please join them in celebrating the true meaning of the season.
470 Roosevelt Ave. Westboro www.mywestminster.ca
Parkdale United Church
meets every Sunday at The Old Forge Community Resource Centre 2730 Carling Avenue, Ottawa, ON K2B 7J1
A warm welcome awaits you For Information Call 613-224-8507
Minister - Rev. William Ball Organist - Alan Thomas Nusery & Sunday School, Loop audio, Wheelchair access
Christmas Schedule December 24th 5:00 PM Christmas Eve Service 10:00 PM Christmas Eve Communion Service December 25th 10:00 AM. Christmas Day Communion Service
together at Anglican Church of Canada
www.stlukesottawa.ca Sundays 17th through 10am Choral EucharistDecember with Sunday School & Nursery
23rd: Come together at 5:30 pm Contemplative Vespers 3:30pm Contemplative Eucharist
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Worship 10:30 Sundays
Location: St. Thomas More Catholic School, 1620 Blohm Drive
Anglican Church of Canada
www.stlukesottawa.ca
December 24th:at 613-235-3416 Come together
760 Somerset West Sundays
43 Meadowlands Dr. W. Ottawa
1222.379595
nglican Church of Canada Family Christmas Service 4 Apm 613.224.1971 10am Choral Eucharist with Sunday School Nursery Carol Singing 9:30&pm www.stlukesottawa.ca faith@magma.ca www.magma.ca/~faith Christmas Eve Choral Eucharist 10 pm 3:30pm Contemplative Eucharist Sundays
Rev. James Murray
265549/0605 1222.379623
KNOX UNITED CHURCH Welcomes You Ministry: Rev. Andrew Jensen, BA, MDiv 25 Gibbard Ave., Ottawa, Ont. K2G 3T9 Near Knoxdale & Greenbank (613) 829-2266 www.magma.ca/~knox Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. (Nursery Available) Tuesday Craft Group: 9:00 a.m. Youth Group: every second Sunday evening
613-235-3416
760 Somerset West
1215.380192
Christmas Day Sunday, December 25 10:00 am service
Join us Sundays at 10:30
380133-1201
www.rideaupark.ca
7275 Parkway Rd. Greely, ON 613-821-1056
613-733-3156 Southminster United Church
www.parkwayroad.com
1222.3801668
15 Aylmer Ave. at Bank & the Canal 6:30pm Family Service 9:30pm Communion Service No Christmas Day Service Rev. Dr. Meg Illman-White 613-730-6874, suc@rogers.com Regular Sunday Worship: 10:30 am http://southminster.ncf.ca
Pleasant Park Baptist
Building an authentic, relational, diverse church.
Heb. 13:8 “Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever
Tel: (613) 276-5481; (613) 440-5481 202 – 100 Malvern Drive Nepean, Sunday Service 10.30am – 12.30pm Bible study / Night Vigil: Friday 10.00pm – 1.00am Website: heavensgateottawa.org E-mail: heavensgatechapel@yahoo.ca
0818.362691
1208.380162
Child care provided. Please relational, call or visit us on-line. Building an authentic, diverse church.
Our Saviour Lutheran Church
Heaven’s Gate Chapel 1201.370147
934 Hamlet Road (near St Laurent & Smyth) 613 733 0102 – staidans@bellnet.ca
205 Greenbank Greenbank Road, 205 Road,Ottawa Ottawa www.woodvale.on.ca www.woodvale.on.ca (613)829-2362 829-2362 (613)
The Redeemed Christian Church of God
St Aidan’s Anglican Church Sunday Services - Holy Eucharist 8:00 am & 10:30 am 10:30 am - Play Area for Under 5 Christmas Eve at 7:00pm - Holy Eucharist Christmas Day at 10:00am - Holy Eucharist
Sunday Services Sunday Service Dec 25th & Jan1st/2012 at 9 10:00am or 11 AM
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Christmas Eve Candlelight Services
Sunday Worship & Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
1110.369772
Dec. 4 White Gift Sunday 10:00 am Dec. 4 Family Christmas Gathering and Carol Sing 4:00 pm-7:00 pm Dec. 11 Children’s Musical: You Can’t Cancel Christmas 10:00 am Dec. 18 Lessons and Carols 9:30 am and 11:00 am Dec. 24 Christmas Pageant 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm Christmas Eve Candlelight and Communion Service 10:00 pm Dec. 25 Informal Church Service 10:00 am
715 Roosevelt Ave. (2 blocks north of Carling and Cole) Pastor: Rev. Marek Sabol (613) 722- 0802 Visit: http://www.oursaviourottawa.com
Bethany United Church
1201.370148
10 Chesterton Drive, Ottawa (Meadowlands and Chesterton) Tel: 613-225-6648 parkwoodchurch.ca
3150 Ramsayville Road
Join us for Worship & Fellowship Sundays: 9:30 am Traditional with Choir 11:00 am Band, Sunday School
CHRISTMAS AT PARKWOOD Theme: Songs of Christmas Sat., Dec. 24 – 7:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Service of Lessons and Carols Song of the shepherds
December 18 Christmas Pageant: 11:00 am One service only th
December 25th Christmas Day: No Service
613-737-5874 www.bethanyuc.com
2784 Cedarview Road | 613-825-5393 | www.cedarview.ca
1215.370152
Merivale United Church
City View United Church
1876 Merivale Road 613-225-0248 Minister. Rev. Sandra Yule 380167/1208
6 Epworth Avenue, Nepean (613) 224-1021 www.cityviewunited.org Ministers: Rev. Neil Wallace Margie Ann MacDonald
Choir Candlelight Service Dec 18th – 7:00 pm
Sun., Dec. 25 – 11:00 a.m. Christmas Day Song of the wise men
1215.379593
December 24th Christmas Eve Services: 6:00 pm Contemporary Service 8:00 pm Candlelight Communion
Sunday Worship 10:30 am
1028.335029
Real God. Real People. Real Church.
December Highlights
Invites you to celebrate Christ’s coming with Rev. Dean Noakes Sunday service is at 11am 414 Pleasant Park Road 613 733-4886 pleasantparkbaptist.org
1222.379625
6:30 – Family Service 8:30 – Lessons and Carols 10:30 – Candlelight Communion
ALL WELCOME Sundays at 10:30 a.m. The Salvation Army Community Church Meeting at St. Andrew School 201 Crestway Dr. 613-440-7555 Barrhaven www.sawoodroffe.org
0127.353011
Sunday Services 10:30am
1208.380163
December 25th 613-235-3416 760 Somerset West3:30pm Choral Contemplative Eucharist Eucharist 10 am 2203 Alta Vista Drive “All are welcome without exception” Christmas Eve services
Christmas Eve Service Dec 24th 6:30pm PrayerDay Circle Tuesday at 11:30 Christmas Service Dec 25th 10:30am 355 Cooper Street at O’Connor 613-235-5143 www.dc-church.org
10am Choral Eucharist with Sunday School & Nursery
Rideau Park United Church
Dominion-Chalmers United Church
Christmas Eve – Dec. 24th - 7:00pm Christmas Day - Dec. 25th - 10:30am
Saint-Thomas-d’Aquin
Christmas Eve Service is at 6pm on Saturday Dec.24th NO Services on Sunday December 25th
1244, place Kilborn Ottawa, Ontario 613.733.0513 www.stthomasdaquin.ca
There is a Service at Fallowfield United Church at 0930 on Sunday December 25th 119 Steeple Hill Road, Nepean, Ont.
Le 24 décembre - Samedi 16H30, 19H et 22H Le 25 décembre - Dimanche 11H30
Adult Worship and Sunday School Every Sunday at 11:00 am
1222.380378
Minister: Rev. James T. Hurd Everyone Welcome
Unité Pastorale Paul VI Horaire des messes de Noël - 2011
Sainte-Geneviève
Nativité de NotreSeigneur-Jésus-Chirst 355 rue Acton Ottawa, Ontario 613.521.5347 jeanlmx@yahoo.ca
825 avenue Canterbury Ottawa, Ontario 613.731.3772 www.sainte-genevieve.ca
Le 24 décembre - Samedi 17H, 20H et 22H Le 25 décembre - Dimanche 11H
Le 24 décembre - Samedi 17H Le 25 décembre - Dimanche 10H15 1215.379609
1215.370155
Military Chapel Sunday Services at Uplands!
5533 Dickinson St., Manotick, Ontario
Christmas Worship Dec 24th 5:30 Family Service 7:30 Candlelight Service Dec 25th 10:00am A Return to Bethlehem
Nursery and Church School provided Website: www.knoxmanotick.ca
Pastor: Rev. Kelly Graham Knox church office: 613-692-4228
Protestant Worship with Sunday School 09:30 Roman Catholic Mass with Children’s Liturgy 11:00
Come Join Us!
(Located at Breadner at DeNiverville) 1117.369775
Watch & Pray Ministry Worship services Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Gloucester South Seniors Centre
4550 Bank Street (at Leitrim Rd.) (613) 277-8621 Come for an encouraging Word! 380166-1208
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KNOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
415 Piccadilly Ave. (near Island Park)
368457-0908
www.magma.ca/~ruc (613) 733-7735 Refreshments/Fellowship following the service. 1201.370144
Worship every Sunday at 10am- Sunday School and Nursery – All Welcome! Refreshments after church every Sunday. Plenty of free parking. Join us in December for the Advent Season Special Services Dec 18 Children’s Community Christmas Pageant 10am Dec 24 Christmas Eve Family Service at 6:30pm Christmas Eve Lessons & Carols - Service at 8:00pm Dec 25 Christmas Day Service 10am 630 Island Park Drive, Ottawa (Behind the ROH/across from the Westgate Mall) Phone 613-722-7254 email Kitchissippi@bellnet.ca www.kitchissippiuc.com
FOR SALE Disability Products. Buy and Sell stair lifts, scooters, bath lifts, patient lifts, hospital beds, etc. Call Silver Cross Ottawa (613)231-3549.
bayshore & Carling 50 Bayshore Drive (Bayshore Catholic School) Ottawa, ON. K2B 6M8 Sunday @ 10:30am
st Joseph & Place D’Orleans 255 Centrum Boulevard (City of Ottawa Bldg) Ottawa, ON. K1E 3W3 Sunday @ 11am
Elgin & Lewis 320 Jack Purcell Lane (Jack Purcell Community Centre)
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FOR SALE 3768 Hwy 43 W, Smiths Falls. New Mattress Sale. Ontario made. Factory Direct. No HST until Christmas. Single starting at $150/set, Doubles starting $189/set, Queen sets from $299. Open 10 am-5 pm daily until Christmas! 10 Models in stock including Firm, Pocketcoil & Pillowtop. We also sell Used Furniture & Appliances. (613)284-8281 www.usedbedsale.homestea d.com/index.html Log cabin shells for sale. Hand-crafted using dove tail joinery from white pine timbers, 12-14” hewn faces, all material seasoned for a miniumum of 1 year. 3 sizes available: 16x20’, 18x22’, 20x24’, 1 storey or 1.5 storey with loft. Buildings can be joined together for more living space. Starting from $12,000. Log shells can be delivered and erected in the spring by an award winning, local builder. Visit logfarmtimberframes.com or call Scott Kelly at (613)851-3893.
HELP WANTED Looking for persons willing to speak to small groups, 1 on 1 presentations. A car and internet necessary. Diana (866)306-5858.
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Need a helping hand? Our dedicated and mature caregivers (50 years+), thoroughly screened and insured, provide light housekeeping, companion care, dementia care, respite care, child care, shopping, transportation, handy work and other services. Call Seniors on Site at 613-422-7676 or visit www.sosonsite.com
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Wanted to buy- snowmobile. Bolens Diablo or Husk-Ski or Boa-Ski or Snow Cruiser. Snowmobile Caboose. 303 rifles and bayonnettes. (613)257-5173.
industrial & russel 726 Industrial Avenue Ottawa, ON. K1G 0Y9 Sunday @ 10:30am Wednesday @ 7:00pm
Christmas Day: 10:30am Solemn High Mass Missa de angelis Plainsong Hodie Christus natus et Plainsong In dulci jubilo - Anon
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1222.380408
Firewood- Cut, split and delivered or picked up. Dry seasoned hardwood or softwood from $50/face cord. Phone Greg Knops (613)658-3358, cell (613)340-1045.
Christ Embassy
Christmas Day, Sunday, Dec. 25th: 10:30 am Mass - Choir & Procession to Creche Feast of Mary, Mother of God 267266/0327 Saturday, Dec. 31st: 5 pm Mass - Cantor Sunday, January 1st: 8:30 am Mass - Cantor / 10:30 am. Mass - Choir
Christmas Eve: 10:00pm Procession and Solemn High Mass Missa Brevis No. 4 in E major (“Cordenatus”) Willan Hodie Christus natus est Willan In dulci jubilo Anon.
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ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA 70 James St. (corner of Kent St.) Ottawa 613-232-6992 – www.stbarnabasottawa.com
0714.348822
3191 Riverside Dr. (at Walkley) Sunday Worship & Sunday School at 11:00 a.m.
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1215.379594
613-728-0201
601 Longfields Drive, in Barrhaven.
Riverside United Church
Hyland Seeds- Corn, soyabeans, forage seed, white beans and cereals. Overseeding available. Phone Greg Knops, (613)658-3358, (613)340-1045, cell.
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Our area houses of worship invite you to rejoice this Christmas season with praise, reflection, song and prayer. Their doors are always open, so please join them in celebrating the true meaning of the season.
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1215.370153
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Turkey Day foretold what kind of Christmas Mary would have EMC Lifestyle - “Well, it will either make us or break us” Father said as he loaded the last plucked and cleaned turkey onto the flat-bottomed sleigh. It joined several others, a dozen or so chickens, trussed and ready for the oven, Mother’s famous sticky
buns, and pounds of homemade butter. The sleigh had a layer of hay on it, and over top, enough sparkling white flour- bag sheets to completely cover the entire bed. Once everything was laid out, all in neat rows, Mother covered it all with still more
Christ Risen Lutheran Church 85 Leacock Drive, Kanata, Ontario www.christrisen.com
Christmas Worship Christmas Eve Family Service 5PM “Discover the Power to Change!” Christmas Eve Candlelight 7:30PM “Enjoy Life with Changes of the Heart” Christmas Day Carol Service 10:30AM Theme “CHANGES of the Heart!” “This is the Day the Lord has Made” Pastor Louie Natzke (613)592-1546 pastor@christrisen.com
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Mary Cook’s Memories BY MARY COOK
anchored down with bricks which served the dual purpose of keeping our feet warm in bed on cold winter nights. The sleigh only had one seat, and that held Father, Mother and me. The three brothers and my sister would follow out the lane, onto the Northcote Side Road, and into Renfrew in the cutter. We had risen long before the night sky started to lose its blackness. Chores were done, a lunch packed, and we were bundled up like mummies. It was Turkey Fair day in Renfrew! We passed neighbouring farms, and could see lamps glowing in their windows. Many of them would be heading into town too. The success of selling everything on the sleigh had as much to do with where we
ended up on the main street, as it had on what we had to offer. We strived to be right in the middle of Raglan Street. Once we arrived, Father would claim our place, and then unhitch the team and walk it over to the drive shed a few blocks away. I tried not to stay close to the sleigh. I couldn’t bear to watch Mother and Father with the anxious looks on their faces, as town residents walked up and down examining every sleigh parked along the street...looking for the plumpest bird, the cheapest chicken, and perhaps go home with a dozen buns and a pound of homemade butter. It was every farmer’s dream that one of the big packers from the city would come along and buy all the fowl with one fell swoop. Over their winter clothes these men wore white coats, much like the one worn by old Dr. Murphy. Embroidered on the front, in red, would be the words: Canada Packers. I didn’t want to be anywhere near our sleigh to watch them look over our wares, and
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continue on. We children had the day to ourselves. We wandered in an out of the stores, my favourite being the Five and Dime, while my sister Audrey preferred Walker’s with its array of grown-up dresses and real silk stockings. The three boys, forbidden to go anywhere near the poolroom, I was quite sure wandered in on the pretense of using the bathroom. I had to go back to the sleigh when the town clock struck 12. It was lunch time. My sister Audrey and I had two choices. We could take our sandwich over to the C.P.R. station and sneak into the waiting room and eat it there, or we could go into the Chinese restaurant, where the owners had no objection to our filling a booth and not spending a dime. When I went back for my lunch, I would let my eyes wander over the sleigh. I would be overjoyed if I saw the rows of chickens and turkeys diminished. Always, Mother’s sticky buns would be long gone. By mid afternoon, regard-
less what had sold and what hadn’t, it was time to think about the long trek back to the farm. If there were only a few birds left, and the Canada Packer’s buyers had gone, Mother would get Father to take the sleigh around to what was known as the Salvation Army building, and here she would unload the birds. The brothers and my sister always beat us home in the cutter. By the time we hit the Northcote Side Road, Father would have lit the lantern, and hung it on the post at the front of the sleigh. It provided little light, which really wasn’t needed anyway. The team of horses knew the road as well as did Father. How well we did at Turkey Fair Day had everything to do with how well we spent Christmas. Hopefully there would be enough money for a few oranges...one in each of our stockings, and a few small gifts from the Five and Dime. If it was a good day, we could be assured of yet another Christmas when Santa would once again find his way out to our old log house in Northcote.
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GLOUCESTER Fridays: The Vernon Old Tyme Country Music Association invites you to the Greely & District Legion Branch 627, 8021 Mitch Owens Road, Gloucester, Ontario every 3rd Friday 1516 Merivale Rd, Ottawa ON K2G 3J6
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GREELY Wednesdays: Every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Greely Silvertips Seniors Club meets for fun and lunch. Euchre, shuffleboard, pool table available. Guests welcome. Every Wednesday at 7 p.m. Euchre Night at the Greely Legion, 8021 Mitch Owens Road - Admission $5. Everyone welcome. This is a fun group and not part of
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The small but mighty talented Osgoode Olde Tyme Fiddlers Assoc, is inviting you to its traditional old tyme fddle and country music dance at the Osgoode Community Centre every fourth Friday of the month from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Bring you fiddle, guitar, musical talents! Tickets are available at door.
METCALFE Thursday Night Euchre New season Oct. 6, 2011 to June 28, 2012. Everyone is welcome to attend and take part. Call 613-821-2075 for further info.
ONGOING Ottawa Newcomers’ Club invites women new to Ottawa to join our activities and meet some new friends. Visit our website at
EMC News – OC Transpo is pleased to announce a free transit service will be available to all New Year’s Eve revelers after 11 p.m. This citywide campaign is brought to you by OC Transpo, Arrive Alive Drive Sober, Molson Coors Canada and York Entertainment. “Keep the festive season safe and let OC Transpo get
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Enjoy Scottish country dancing for fun, friendship and fitness! Share the music and joy of dance. You do not have to be Scottish. You do not have to wear a kilt - but you can. No experience or partner is required. Meet Wednesday evenings at the Osgoode Community Centre.
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possible, but most importantly I want to thank everyone who makes the right choices to get home safe.” “Molson Coors Canada is delighted to be partnering with OC Transpo in making this initiative happen,” said Geoff Ross, regional manager of Molson Coors Canada. “We are proud to play our part in helping people get home safely this New Year’s Eve,” added Steve Monuk, managing partner, York Entertainment. Anne Leonard, executive director of Arrive Alive Drive Sober, emphasized the non-profit organization’s commitment to “making this project a success by getting the message out to our entire network.” During the holidays, the City of Ottawa reminds residents to celebrate responsibly and always plan a safe ride home. For more information and travel planning assistance, contact OC Transpo at 613741-4390 or visit octranspo. com.
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Patience is a virtue, Aries. The best will be in store for you Aries, sometimes you just have to let a person go. If later in no thegetting week. There’s not much chance for adventure there’s this person to come around to your way Monday or Tuesday, things pick on Wednesday. of thinking, it’s best but to devote yourup energy elsewhere.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct Libra, start thinking about 23 curbing your spending. Your Libra, this week you may find yourself as the center of finances areand in trouble youwill don’t make love someevery changes. attention, frankly, ifyou probably moment More going out is coming into accounts. of it.isJust don’t letthan all the attention goyour to your head.
TAURUS – -Apr 21/May 21 21 TAURUS Apr 21/May Taurus, have nothing to hide, speak mind Taurus, you a good night is in store thisso week. Theyour night brings when a family asksWorking for yourhard two yields cents more this week. rewards you didmember not expect. Just in mind he or she may not be ready for what thankeep financial success.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 22 SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov Scorpio,there’s sometimes it can becan difficult for you express Scorpio, not much you do about the to current the things that are inabout your heart, thissolve week you situation. Complaining things but won’t anything, your relationship with some sofurther why waste the breath? Better news much-needed is on the horizon.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Trust your instincts, Gemini. Someone who to seems they Gemini, you don’t have to be asked twice lendlike a hand have your best interests at heart really may have ulterior when someone needs help. That’s what so many of your motives.admire Heed Capricorn’s sage advice. friends about you -your selflessness.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 You’re in overtake yourahead, Sagittarius. Too many projects you Sagittarius, chance on something you thought and not enough helpers can leave you feeling overcouldn’t master. You just may be surprised at what you whelmed. You may wantyou to tackle onemind thingtoatit.a time. can accomplish when put your
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LEO –- Jul 23 23 LEO Jul23/Aug 23/Aug Leo, instead it seemsofasmaking if dramathings is always you. That’s Leo, morefollowing difficult than they because yousimply tend toput beout the the life word of thethat partyyou’re or prefer all have to be, looking eyes be on you.and Think about being conspicuous. for some help you’ll likely findless a bunch of takers.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 18 AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb Aquarius, it’s alright be cautious but Lately it seems like to you’re workingwith veryyour harddecisions, at not being taking too long you’re not in ready for a happy,much Aquarius. All itcould takesindicate is a little change perspective change. a spouseCapricorn or partner willagrow impatient. to turn Soon it all around. plays key role.
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