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Holly Petersen, 24, relies on transit almost daily in the winter. Even in the summer, she says it’s difficult to travel around Ottawa without it because of distances.

When the city officially approved a lowincome bus pass in November 2016, Petersen says she was happy to have an equalizer for low-income residents.

But when the EquiPass application process opened on March 10, Petersen was stopped in her tracks when she read, “You should not apply for an EquiPass if you receive transportation benefits from Social Services (including Ontario Works).�

Petersen, like many other low-income Ottawa residents, receives assistance from Ontario Works.

The co-founder of Street Folk, a volunteerbased organization that helps people who are homeless or at-risk, says it’s difficult to get around when public transportation is so expensive and the criteria for getting transportation allowance from Ontario Works is so specific.

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“We are very much in favour of the new safety measures,” said Krista Kealey, vice-president of communications and public affairs at the authority.

The rules state that operators must mark drones with contact information and may not fly: • Higher than 90 metres, • At night, • Within 75 metres of buildings, vehicles or people, and • Within nine kilometres of the centre of any airport, heliport, aerodrome or water aerodrome where aircraft take off and land.

Transport Minister Marc Garneau announced on March 16 that the measures will affect model aircraft and recreational drones weighing more than 250 grams and up to 35 kilograms.

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fine for failing to comply with the new restrictions can be up to $3,000.

“Transport Canada’s ongoing effort to reduce the potential threat is needed,” Mark Laroche, president and chief executive of the airport authority, said in a news release.

“As drones grow in popularity, we need to work closely together to ensure that our skies remain safe for aviation activity while keeping communities safe from collateral harm.”

up to one year in an effort to make the skies safer for operators and the public until more permanent regulations are put in place.

While Kealey agreed the new rules might leave drone operators hard-pressed to find a suitable place to fly in the city, she’s adamant that keeping the skies safe for all should be the priority.

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The City of Ottawa will hold a Public Meeting on Wednesday March 29th, 2017 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm (formal presentation at 7:00pm) in the Gloucester Lions Hall, in the Fred G. Barrett Arena located at 3280 Leitrim Road to discuss a proposed plan of subdivision. The Owner, Barrett Co-Tenancy, is proposing to incorporate the lands at 2984, 2992, 3000, 3008, and 3016 Leitrim Road into the previously approved Draft Plan of Subdivision located at 3100 Leitrim Road (Barrett Subdivision). The resulting subdivision proposes 305 single detached dwellings, 454 multiple attached dwellings, one apartment block 94 units), one open space block, one school block and one park block.

2017 Hazardous Waste Collection

In 2016, 17,962 participants dropped off 646 tonnes of material at the City’s household hazardous waste depots.

This represents an 8% increase in participation and a 16% increase in material collected over 2015 rates. This year, the City of Ottawa will continue to provide collection services for household hazardous waste such as corrosive, flammable or poisonous materials by offering free one-day mobile depots throughout the city from April 30th-Oct 28th.

Household hazardous waste does not belong in waste collection vehicles or landfills. In providing mobile depots to collect hazardous waste, the City of Ottawa is protecting both the environment and the health and safety of waste collection workers. The first of these collections will happen on April 30th at the Rideau Carleton Raceway at 4837 Albion Road. For more information and for the full schedule, please visit ottawa.ca.

Chip bag used to hide stolen goods: police

BY ERIN MCCRACKEN erin.mccracken@metroland.com

Two creative robbery suspects made off with a wad of cash and a handful of cigars they stashed in an empty Doritos chip bag after targeting a Greenboro convenience store.

“It may have been there for concealment’s sake once they got outside of the store, not to draw any attention,” Staff Sgt. Michael Haarbosch, head of the Ottawa police robbery unit, said of the use of the chip bag.

While this a rarity in robberies, the theft of cigars isn’t.

“We see it from time to time with our younger suspects,” said Haarbosch. “We’ll see when they sometimes grab a specific brand of cigarettes or sometimes they’ll grab cigars if they’re handy.”

In this case, two male suspects targeted a convenience store on Tapiola Crescent, not far from Albion Road South and John-

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Robbery investigators are hunting for two suspects who targeted a Tapiola Crescent convenience store in Greenboro in late January. ston Road, on Jan. 30 at 12:40 a.m. Police disclosed the details about the crime on March 15.

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knife and both demanded cash.

They fled the premises with an undisclosed but small amount of money and a handful of cigars. Investigators don’t know if the pair fled on foot or by car, or which direction they headed.

No one was injured in the incident.

“I think first and foremost they were after the cash and they were comfortable enough to also take the extra few seconds to grab some cigars,” Haarbosch said.

The hope is that be revealing the unique details about what the suspects were wearing, that cigars were pinched and the type of bag used to conceal their haul, it may jog someone’s memory and prompt them to help lead police to the suspects.

The challenge that police are dealing with is that the men took steps to conceal their faces with masks. One wore an orange ski mask while the other knifewielding suspect covered up the lower half of his face with a black mask or scarf.

“We’re banking on the fact that someone has specific

knowledge of the robbery itself or maybe recognizes the clothing,” said Haarbosch, referring to one suspect’s shirt which features the brand name WESC, said to be a popular brand worn by skateboarders.

The first suspect is described by police as a heavy-set, muscular black male.

He was wearing a black zipped hooded jacket, a grey Tshirt, black mask, black gloves and dark grey or black jogging pants. He also had on black lowcut running shoes with white soles.

The second suspect is said to be a thin black male. He was wearing a brown hooded zip-up sweater with black and white horizontal stripes. He also wore an orange ski mask, a black Tshirt with white WESC lettering, black jogging pants, black lowcut running shoes with a silver item on the bottom lace, as well as black gloves.

Police are urging anyone with information on this robbery to call them at 613-236-1222, ext.

5116, or submit anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477.

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Young women between 15 and 19 years old can apply for this year’s Female Firefighters in Training camp. The camp opens the door for young women to consider firefighting as a career. able leadership opportunities, says Jones.

Participants will also be able to talk to men and women who work as firefighters in Ottawa and neighbouring communities, as

well as graduates of a pre-service firefighter education and training program.

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Advocacy group pushes for landlord licensing

BY JENNIFER MCINTOSH jennifer.mcintosh@metroland.com

Cockroaches, bed bugs and mice – those are just some of the problems tenants reported having to deal with in rental units across the city.

The Association of Commu-

nity Organizations for Reform Now organized a survey of 165 tenants to find out what state of repair their unit is in.

Overwhelmingly the response was total disrepair.

Of 129 respondents, 85 per cent said there are problems in the unit. Another 32 per cent

said they had experienced a lack of heat in the winter and 40 per cent reported cockroaches in their building.

Margaret Alluker, who is the secretary for the Ottawa South branch of ACORN, said her first home in the Herongate area had cockroaches. She com-

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“The landlord wanted us to stay in the house, but I told him we couldn’t,” Alluker said.

In the end, she went to a hotel with her family, but only after getting help from the city by calling 311.

Now at her new home she deals with mice.

More than half the respondents said their unit was in need of repairs when they took possession.

For average ACORN members, who pay more than 50 per cent of their monthly income toward their rent, that’s a big deal, Alluker said.

The culprit wasn’t always small landlords, or Ottawa Community Housing, said Gail Chaisson, who complained of a bathroom door that wouldn’t shut and mould on the bathroom wall when she moved into a Minto unit that cost her more than $900 per month for a one bedroom.

“I couldn’t have guests over because I couldn’t shut the bathroom door,” she said, adding that when someone came to fix it, all they did was shave some of the wood off the door.

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Chaisson is currently a resident of Ottawa Community Housing in Carlington.

At the highrise she now lives in, she had to put caulking in every crevice to keep out pests from other units.

“We keep our place clean, but the pests are in the walls and move from unit to unit for food,” she said.

Declan Ingham a University of Ottawa student, had so much trouble with the landlords at the Rideau East Apartments on Lees Avenue that he had to seek help from Capital Coun.

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He moved into a cockroachinfested unit with rotting floorboards.

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After months of taking the garbage out several times a day and pouring bleach down the drains at night, the couple had enough.

Ingham said he’s happy to work with ACORN on this important issue.

The advocacy group is looking for licensing of landlords that would require them to register contact information with the city, as well as develop a maintenance and pest-control plan for the building. Those landlords who don’t complete repairs in a timely fashion would be fined, or have the work done by the city with the landlords being sent a bill.

College Coun. Rick Chiarelli is in the midst of tackling a similar issue. First introduced in 2014, Chiarelli wanted the city to deal with the illegal conversion of homes into rooming houses around Algonquin College. The proposal says if landlords attempt to rent out rooms illegally without a licence and the city is alerted, it would trigger an inspection in order to begin the process of obtaining a licence. That inspection of illegally-converted dwellings wouldn’t be allowed now, Chiarelli said. Those people who rent out three rooms or less would fall under this category, but would have to have a maintenance plan, a parking plan and working smoke detectors.

Chiarelli said his motion was deferred to 2017 because bylaw

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Margaret Alluker, secretary for the Ottawa South chapter of the Association of Communities for Reform Now, reads the results of a tenant survey to demonstrate a need for landlord licensing at the Heron Road Community Centre on March 10. staff were so busy working on the taxi bylaw review.

Chiarelli estimates there are about 2,000 homes in the area that could be covered by the new licensing scheme and that 30 to 40 per cent of those homeowners would like to rent out a room.

Chiarelli said he will be meeting with bylaw services this month to come up with a work plan on his proposal. As for licensing the larger landlords, he doesn’t think

it will fly.

“I think the cost would be prohibitive and it wouldn’t generate enough revenue to pay for itself,” he said.

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2nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Tea I hosted my second Annual St. Patrick’s Day Tea this week with close to 100 people in attendance.

It was a splendid way to celebrate the little Irish in all of us. Not only was there a room full of smiling Irish eyes, but plenty of green! MP Pierre Poilievre and MPP Lisa MacLeod dropped by to help serve some tea and say a few words to everyone. Also stopping by were the Community Police officers. The Celtic music was provided by the talented Spencer Scharf and the amazing dance steps were provided by local youth from our Ward. I am very happy to continue hosting this event to allow residents to come together for an afternoon of socializing and good cheer.

This successful event would not be possible without the help of the dedicated people who volunteered their time and resources. A big thank you to Your Independent Grocer, Marcel & Linda Moncion, who generously donated all the tea and sweets, the Volunteer Firefighters who were on hand to help escort ladies to their chairs and serve the guests tea and a BIG THANK YOU to my staff and team of volunteers who organized the great event.

Greely Lions It was a fun evening for many local Lions Clubs to gather for a buffet dinner and discuss Club business in Osgoode this week. It is not often that you have representatives from Metcalfe, Osgoode, Mountain, Barrhaven, and Russell come together for an evening meeting! All the clubs gathered to support the Osgoode Lions and the District club with the same goal - to support their local communities.

These clubs are a great asset to any community and if you have some spare time, please consider joining one to help give back to your community.

Open Door This week was another steady time at the Ward office with a number of residents dropping by.

I always welcome people who take the time from their busy lives to share a few moments with me in the Ward. It is a great opportunity to see each other in a more relaxed atmosphere. As a reminder, my Open Door runs every Tuesday from 1-5p.m..

March Break Camps Visits There were plenty of local March Break Camps throughout our community for kids to enjoy.

I had the pleasure of visiting many of these camps throughout the week and got to see a variety of fun and cool activities the kids took part in. From mad science experiments to candy making, there were fun activity for everyone enjoy.

Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Bringing on the green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in true Irish fashion is exactly what took place this past Saturday despite the wickedly cold temperatures!

The festivities began at City Hall and the parade route made its way down to Lansdowne Park to the Aberdeen Pavilion, where everyone gathered to listen to some great Irish music. It was a privilege to meet the new Irish Ambassador to Canada, Jim Kelly, who came out to meet hundreds of Ottawans and join in on the fun. It is always fun to challenge my Council Colleague Tim Tierney to see who can be “more green” for the day. Somehow I usually win...taking my Irish “O’Darouze” side more seriously.

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ur hydro bills may be going down this summer, but don’t pop the bubbly just yet.

While Ontario residents will see an average 25 per cent reduction on the bottom line, what they won’t see is what it’s going to cost future generations and the current structural inefficiencies and ongoing bad planning that make electricity expensive for us in the first place.

Premier Kathleen Wynne announced the savings this month saying it was the fair thing to do. She heard from families struggling with their bills and struggling to understand why rates have skyrocketed.

Unfortunately, because the history of hydro and its mismanagement is such a long and complicated one, politicians looking to distract would-be voters benefit from its current complexity. People don’t get it and don’t have the time, the comprehension or the willingness to figure it out. What they do get is how hard it is to pay a huge bill.

So Wynne’s Liberals are waving a shiny 25 per cent hydro cut over here, while over there, our expensive hydro system continues to plod along.

The lower bills come from refinancing the

term of payment the province owes to private power providers — from 20 years to 30. So we’re deferring costs to future generations in order to get some immediate relief. And we’re incurring about $25 billion in extra interest charges over that time.

Additional relief will be coming through lowincome and rural subsidy programs, but that too comes at a cost of $2.5 billion over the next three years charged to Ontario’s treasury and taxpayers.

As tempting as it is to celebrate lower bills, with an election year in 2018, we need to hold all parties to account to do more than float distractions.

Ontario generates more power than it knows what to do with and we’re forced to sell it to our neighbours at a discounted rate. Sometimes we have to pay for them to take it. The sale of Hydro One has locked us into guaranteed contracts with private power providers whether we need that power or not. There’s little transparency as to the details of private contracts and that takes accountability right out of the system.

We need a comprehensive plan and a system overhaul. Keep that in mind when you’re told to celebrate your June power bill. It’s not nearly enough.

Is loneliness the next health epidemic?

“Today’s busy parents ‘cocoon’ themselves by devoting all of their nonwork time to children, leaving no time for partners, friends, and other forms of social contact,” the authors households have a single occupant. few years ago, I said write.

Many of us who do live with others farewell to my family as There is no shortage of research to opt for big houses, where everyone they left for school, work tell us that all this loneliness is killing has a room of their own.

Individuals and daycare, and I slumped forgo social interactions in favour of us. into the living room chair. have linked loneliness It was October and I was alone.

Capital Muse social media; they telecommute. We to Studies poor cardiovascular health and live alone, we eat alone and we sleep I had been feeling lonely for a long increased risk of depression. alone. time.

Loneliness has also been recogBut it’s not just physical isolation The demands of three kids and someone. nized as a key breeding ground for that triggers loneliness. my own business had burned me out.

Instead, as I looked around, it addiction.

The frenetic pace of modern life I was told to take some time off. I seemed everyone had a friend, a A 40-year-old study on rats found has seen a decline in social connecdidn’t realize at the time I was doing colleague or someone with whom that those who lived alone were easily tions essential to making us feel part it all wrong. Instead of taking the to engage in a lively and stimulating hooked on heroin. But rats who lived of something bigger than ourselves. sabbatical to engage in exercise, join conversation. in a haven with regular social interacIn The Lonely American: Drifting an art class or explore something new, Sitting in the middle of that I was alone, day after day, lacking crowded coffee shop, I felt more alone apart in the 21st Century, authors Jac- tion chose to avoid the drugs they queline Olds and Richard S. Schwartz were force-fed. purpose and company. than ever.

Social studies have noted people note that a culture of self-reliance I’m a gregarious person, so I knew Loneliness is rampant in modern has led to the deterioration of social require a depth of social connecit was important that I didn’t sit at society. home and stare at the walls.

More people live alone today than relationships, something evident in ev- tions to overcome or avoid addiction erything from our work and financial altogether.

That particular day, I drove to a at any time in history.

Loneliness has less to do with coffee shop, silently hoping I’d meet More than 27 per cent of Canadian lives to our parenting styles.

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sharing physical space with individuals than it does making the emotional connections required to gain a sense of belonging.

Some medical studies show that prolonged isolation can have the same impact as a long-term smoking habit.

In other words, making an effort to forge stronger friendships could just extend your life.

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Ginger is the original difficult cow I DIANA FISHER

’ve been doing this 10 years now and I still freak out a little when I see blood on freshly fallen snow. When I did the cattle count the other morning, Ginger was missing. I found her in the barn, tucked into a sunny corner. She had just given birth. The calf was still wet. Now, Ginger is one of our original two cows.

She and Betty were the pair that taught us all our lessons.

A decade later, she is only slightly less ornery than she was when she hopped off the truck and strutted into the barnyard.

Ginger is very difficult to deal with but I had to get her and her calf into the pen so that they could bond.

The past two years, Ginger has had trouble with her calves. I don’t know if she is getting old or if it’s just her meanness coming out.

Two years ago I gave up on

The Accidental Farmwife her feeding the calf, let her out of the pen and kept the calf in the barn to feed him every day. When he was old enough to eat hay and grass on the meadow we let him out to join the herd.

Ginger seemed to recognize him, and looked after him all day, but he never nursed. He stayed about half as big as the other calves, but he survived to market time.

Last year once again Ginger’s calf didn’t seem to un-

derstand how to nurse. He wouldn’t take the bottle, either.

But after some coaxing and coddling, by some miracle one night, he latched on to mama and didn’t let go until his belly was full. Once he had that figured out it was off to the races.

Now I feel like we are in exactly the same spot again, trying to get a calf to do what is supposed to come naturally. We’ve given him

extra selenium and vitamins.

We’ve fed him colostrums and we just forced him to swallow a few ounces of milk replacer.

Ginger grunted at him and tried to reach me with her big head as I stood in the aisle, straddling her calf.

I had a rope around his neck and one leg, to hold him steady and backed him into a corner so he couldn’t escape. I put the bottle in his mouth and he just lolled his

tongue around it without sucking. He clamped down with his teeth once in a while and I was squeezing the nipple of the bottle so he did get some milk. I heard him swallow a few times.

If we are going to keep him alive, this is going to be quite a battle.

When this happened to lambs from time to time we would intubate them to fill their stomachs. I hate doing that — it looks so darned uncomfortable.

Even after you’ve gone to that extreme, you have to hope they are going to get a burst of appetite and snap out of their slump, because you can’t keep sticking a tube down their throats. Mom does all she can to lead the calf to her udder, and we’ve got them in a small pen so they are constantly together.

Now we just have to sit back and let nature take its

course. Probably one of my least favourite references to farming.

The other calf that arrived last Sunday seems to have a bit of a gimpy leg. She’s kind of cute, dancing around her mother in the pen. Her belly is clearly fat and full of milk.

We have never witnessed her feeding but she obviously does. She and her mom seem quite interested in Ginger’s predicament.

They seemed to be listening carefully when the Farmer was speaking to her.

We have had quite a few female calves born this year.

We have five left to come.

With our pasture able to sustain about a dozen cattle, it may be time to say goodbye to some of the older ones who are no longer able to produce healthy calves.

It’s a reality of farming: not a very nice one, but there it is.

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Did these stories really happen?

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ardly a day goes by that an email doesn’t arrive asking about the people appearing in my stories.

The most common question is: “Did they really exist?”

“Was there really a Cecil? And what about bad Marguirite and Ronny?”

After talking with my editor at this paper, we thought it was time to deviate from my usual story line and enlighten our readers about the people who have become familiar over the years. Needless to say, I won’t be able to write about all of them, but I will try to work in as many as I can in the space I am allowed.

Of course, there was my mother

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MARY COOK Memories and father. And my sister Audrey and brothers Emerson and Everett — and although Earl was really a cousin who came to live with us when his mother and father died at an early age, he was always considered a brother, and is referred to in my stories as one of my three brothers.

Aunt Lizzie, Aunt Freda, Uncle Henry, Aunt Vanetta, Aunt Lil, Uncle Lou and cousins Richard, Terry and Ronny were all very real.

Sadly, Terry is the only one left.

Velma and Joyce were indeed my very best friends at the Northcote School, and we kept in touch right up until their deaths. In fact, both

were able to recall for me many happenings I had long since forgotten, and I was able to create a host of stories based on their memories.

Now, what about Cecil? He is one I am so often asked about. Did he really exist?

Was he the scamp I made him out to be? Last year, while making a speech up in the Valley, someone in the audience asked that very question. I pointed to a young man sitting a few tables away and introduced Cecil’s son, Richard, who had come to the event that evening.

He agreed his father Cecil was indeed a jokester who liked nothing better than to cause a bit of a stir.

Incidentally, one of Cecil’s granddaughters, Janet, works in one of my favourite restaurants in Arnprior. So yes indeed, Cecil did exist.

The Northcote School still stands on the Rink Road off Highway 60 between Renfrew and Douglas, and now serves as a community centre. Briscoe’s General Store is still standing, but alas, no longer exists as a stopping place.

Our old farm is up the road from that store, but sadly, the only thing left is the barn, which can be seen far off in the distance.

Miss Crosby did indeed exist, but with another name. It is my understanding that on her death bed, a few of her last words were, “Don’t let Mary Cook put my name in her books.” So, she became Miss Crosby, and will remain Miss Crosby.

The stores I write about in the town of Renfrew remained a vibrant part of the town for decades after we left the farm. Most oldtimers remember them, and when I visit Renfrew, I see the places where those stores were on Raglan Street — and in my mind’s eye I see the Dime Store, as we called it, and the O’Brien Theatre, still there.

There really was a Dr. Murphy.

And he really did make house calls out in the country and was often

paid with a couple of chickens or a bag of potatoes if the patient didn’t have the $2 he charged for the trip.

Now, what about bad Marguirite? Well, I am not stupid enough to call her by her right name, and she really is a composite of all the bad little girls I went to school with when I was a youngster.

I appreciate very much all the feedback I get from readers, and I try to answer every email and letter personally. That is, if my computer behaves. I admit, this new technology is not my strong suit, and often I lose a letter before I have a chance to respond. I urge those who may have yet to hear back from me to please write again.

Hopefully, this column will have answered your questions about some of the people in my stories, and it has given me the opportunity to thank all of you who have written your appreciation to me over the many years this column has appeared in your weekly paper.

Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Visit to www. smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for ebook purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico. ca.

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Greely Players to transport audiences through music, story of Tom Sawyer

BY ERIN MCCRACKEN erin.mccracken@metroland.com

If you’ve ever experienced a Greely Players musical production, chances are you left the Greely Community Centre humming a tune from the show. “The music is just so catchy, toe-tapping. It’s upbeat,� said Greely resident Michele Piironen, who is co-producing

the not-for-profit community musical theatre group’s upcoming production of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. “They’re going to be singing the songs, dancing on the way out because it’s so much fun. “It’s a good time and you can see it on the casts’ face. They’re having a ball up there doing it.�

Generations of people have come to know Mark Twain’s story about

14-year-old Tom Sawyer and his adventures growing up along the banks of the Mississippi River.

But chances are those who come to the Greely Community Centre to enjoy the 2.5-hour production from March 29 to April 2 likely won’t be as familiar with the music featured with the story.

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Conceived and written by Ken Ludwig; Music and lyrics by Don Schlitz.

Based on the novel by Mark Twain.

March 29 – April 2, 2017 7:30pm, 2pm Sat & Sun matinees

Greely Community Centre, 1448 Meadow Dr.

Tickets: $20, $15 for seniors and children 12 & under.

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to purchase tickets and choose your own seats; or call the Ticket Line: 613-702-6448

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Theatre group knits close bonds in lead-up to annual productions Continued from page 11

“It’s ambitious in the sense that people are familiar with Mark Twain’s classic story of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer,” said Piironen. “But as a musical it’s not something that people have heard about. They’re not familiar with the music.”

And because of that, audience members will be

able to enjoy the story with fresh eyes and likely get even more out of the experience because of the musical numbers.

The not-for-profit theatre company’s six-piece band, which features the banjo and fiddle, will play a big role in transporting audiences to a different time and place.

“It really brings you back to 1840s Missouri,” said

Piironen, who has been involved with Greely Players for about nine years.

Over the years she worked her way up from acting to her current role as producer, which she shares with Natalie Currie of Osgoode.

“I really like the way things come together,” Piironen said of co-producing.

The decision to recreate the Tom Sawyer Broadway

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musical was made even before the Greely Players finished with its run of Beauty and the Beast last year.

“We wanted to do something that we haven’t done in the past that might be new to people,” Piironen said of the selection process and the decision to once again choose a family-friendly production that would appeal to and entertain audiences of all ages.

Rehearsals began late last year and since then the 41 cast members, who range in age from 11 to about 80, have been hard at work alongside the same number of people who are working behind the scenes in a plethora of roles as the production crew.

“That’s why we do one a year,” Piironen said of the efforts of the dedicated volunteers, some of whom have been involved with the theatre group since its first production 28 years ago.

“People do it for the love of it. They don’t do it for fame, glory or wealth,” she said with a laugh, adding that often entire families be-

come involved.

She joined the group several years ago because her eldest daughter had secured an acting part. Today, Piironen’s younger daughter

“We wanted to do something that we haven’t done in the past that might be new to people.”

MICHELE PIIRONEN, CO-PRODUCER

will perform in Tom Sawyer, while Piironen’s husband is involved as a stagehand.

Currie, Piironen’s coproducer, also has family involved, including her hus-

band, who is organizing the backstage crew, and their two children.

“Because you’re spending so much time there, you might as well be there together,” Piironen said.

And whether those involved in the show are veterans or newcomers, the company members become like extended family.

“The friendships that you make doing something like this, they’re lifelong,” Piironen said.

“It becomes a second family.”

SHOW DETAILS

The curtain goes up March 29 with 7:30 p.m. shows continuing until April 1.

There will also be two 2 p.m. matinee performances on April 1 and 2.

Tickets cost $20 for adults and $15 for seniors and children 12 and under, and are available for purchase through greelyplayers.ca or by calling 613-702-6448.

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Affordable transportation a priority: advocate Continued from page 1

“I spend most of my time helping others, listening to others, reaching out to help people in any way possible,” says the east end resident. “I feel that the EquiPass not accepting OW clients would bring down the overall self-esteem of those on OW who are trying to better their lives, seeing it as a resource that they cannot use when they have every right.”

According to Healthy Transportation Committee secretary Trevor Haché, the environmental advocacy group met with the mayor’s office in December regarding the EquiPass.

The city made it clear that people receiving Ontario Works transportation benefits would not be eligible.

“I asked for clarity regarding what the province would consider worthy for Ontario Works transportation benefits, and they emailed me back saying funded transportation options in Ottawa include medical transportation and employment-related expenses,” says Haché.

But what about people like Petersen, who rely on public transit for things the province does not approve for funding, like grocery

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The new EquiPass is intended to provide public transit to lower-income Ottawans, but some Ontario Works recipients are finding they are shut out of the process. One advocate is suggesting Ontario Works recipients demand change. shopping or even taking your children to school?

There are strict limitations to the things Ontario Works deems appropriate reasons to receive transportation benefits, but Haché says it’s a subjective issue.

Some things that the province might not approve for one client could be considered worthwhile for others.

Haché encourages those who feel they are stuck between not

receiving enough transportation allowance from Ontario Works and being unable to apply for an EquiPass from the city to contact the Healthy Transportation Committee or even their local MPPs. “We want to make affordable public transportation a priority for low-income people,” says Haché. “If there are still barriers up for them, we’d love to communicate that to the province and resolve any shortcomings.”

David Pepper, the manager of business and operational services at OC Transpo, says receiving the monthly benefit and getting assistance from Ontario Works to attend things like doctors appointments and job interviews are not the same thing.

Pepper says if someone is unsure whether they are receiving the full benefit from Ontario Works or whether they should apply for the EquiPass, they should speak with their caseworker.

“The transportation benefits for Ontario Works are very specific,” says Pepper. “It is itemized for $113.70. If someone is not in receipt of that amount from Social Services, they may certainly apply for the EquiPass.”

Although she is not eligible, Petersen still plans to apply and says others should do the same.

“Even if they deny every applicant, I believe if there is a mass amount of OW receivers applying, perhaps they will notice there is an obvious need,” says Petersen.

“If not, then there will be angry people demanding change which is more likely to happen, or at least, so democracy dictates.”

For those who are eligible, the EquiPass will be available in April for $57.

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Diane Deans Councillor/Conseillère Quartier Gloucester-Southgate Ward Applications Open for Camp FFIT 2017 Do you know a young woman who is interested in becoming a firefighter? Camp FFIT now in its 8th year, is currently accepting applications for female firefighters-in-training.

Camp FFIT will be taking place later this year from August 21-25. Participants will be able to experience basic firefighting, technical rescue, high rise operations, pump/ladder operations, and more. Young women between the ages of 15 and 19 who meet the application criteria are invited to apply for this fantastic opportunity. Applications are available on www.Ottawa.ca and must be returned to Ottawa Fire Services Training Centre located at 898 Industrial Avenue no later than May 26, 2017. If you have any questions, please email campffit@ottawa.ca or call 613-580-2424 ext 29621.

GLAD Cleaning the Capital Just in time for spring, the City of Ottawa is pleased to announce that GLAD Canada will sponsor the City’s popular spring and fall cleanup program. GLAD Cleaning the Capital is a citywide program that brings together neighbours, communities and friends to clean Ottawa parks, streets and waterways. Last year approximately 72,000 volunteers collected more than 58,182 kilograms of litter.

The spring edition of GLAD Cleaning the Capital takes place between April 15 and May 15, with early bird registration open until, April 14.

Airport Parkway Uplands Drive Overpass-Expedited Expansion Joint Repairs The City’s Infrastructure Services Municipal Design & Construction Branch will be performing construction work on the Airport Parkway overpass at Uplands Drive. Construction is set to begin in early May with an anticipated completion date in June of this year. Most of the work is to be completed during the night. There will be no disruption of OC Transpo, shuttles, taxi or other transportation services to and from the Ottawa Airport, with one lane in each direction available to traffic at all times. All roads and lanes will remain open from Monday to Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Household Hazardous Waste Depots: 2017 Schedule

Put a composter in your backyard or use your green bin to reduce household waste.

Composting organics has two key benefits: it reduces the amount of waste going to landfills and when added to your garden, helps nourish soil and plants.

Last year approximately 18,000 participants dropped off 646 tonnes of material at the City’s household hazardous waste depots. This represents an 8% increase in participation and a 16% increase in material collected over 2015 rates.

This year, the Public Works and Environmental Services department (PWES) will continue to provide collection services for household hazardous waste such as corrosive, flammable or poisonous materials; by offering free one-day mobile depots from April 30th through to October 28th. For more information on the 2017 locations please check out www.Ottawa.ca.

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“Following up on the success of our Craftsman series of designs, we will be introducing some of the finest contemporary elevations done by a new home tract builder. These elevations will be offered at all our sites that offer single family homes.”

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Modern design is the hallmark of the leading edge Phoenix Homes Condo Flats, such as the five new executive urban flats designs at Fernbank Crossing in Kanata’s thriving west end.

“We are striking a balance between cost and design accuracy in our Modern Designs. Our strength is to offer the look and feel of custom modern homes but at an affordable price in an attractive, new neighbourhood surrounded by great amenities.

“While there are some homes being built in the city as in-fills, the approach by these custom builders does not always take affordability into consideration. Our new designs will first be offered as variants of many of our popular single family homes including bungalows. Eventually the design concept will find its way into our townhomes.”

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exciting,” he said. “It is changing faster than ever before, fueled by a new generation of buyers.”

That means more opportunities and greater potential for home buyers.

“We will soon be launching a series of homes that will really help buyers with their long term investment needs.

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in Ottawa by way of major renovations, but we will offer it in a new home with a warranty.”

Phoenix has built its solid reputation on pushing the boundaries with new concepts.

“It is vitally important to stay in touch with what the market wants and to avoid being complacent with your offerings. It takes a lot of effort and time to change as often as the market demands, but Phoenix Homes is always willing to go the extra mile to be first!”

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“We are investing in some cutting edge technology right now that is going to allow people to really immerse themselves into all our home models. We will be releasing this technology within the next two months.”

You will be able to get up close and personal with the complete new series of designs, such as the Newington multi-generational home.

“Our new marketing technology will assist people with planning the purchase of their new home. The technology will totally engage people with our new designs. These will be ready to release to the public in the next few weeks.”

The new technology will be exclusively available in hands-on demonstrations at Phoenix Homes Sales Centres.

“Buyers will get a chance to walk through all of our models with the best quality virtual reality system available on the market today.”

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Ottawa scores NHL classic

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Ottawa just scored the ultimate goal.

On March 17 the NHL announced an outdoor hockey game will take place at Lansdowne Park to mark the 100th anniversary of the very first NHL game that took place in the nation’s capital in 1917.

Just like in 1917, when the two founding members of the NHL, the Ottawa Senators and the Montreal Canadiens, originally met on the league’s opening night, the same two teams will face off for the game at Lansdowne Park on Dec. 16, 2017.

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said the game will launch the league’s next 100 years, adding the league believed it was only right to bring the Canadiens and the Senators back together in this outdoor game.

Senators owner Eugene Melnyk said the game, which will be played at the home of the Ottawa RedBlacks foot-

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On March 17 in Ottawa, the NHL announced an outdoor hockey game will take place at Lansdowne Park to mark the 100th anniversary of the very first NHL game that took place in the nation’s capital in 1917. ball team, will highlight Ottawa’s place in hockey history.

“It reaffirms the game of hockey was born right here in Ottawa, and it’s appropriate to have the celebration here in this city,” Melnyk said. “It’s something everyone in this great city will be proud of.”

This will be the first outdoor game the Senators will host.

Additional details about the 2017 Scotiabank NHL100 Classic, including broadcast and ticketing information, will be announced in the coming months.

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toLast share resources and information on month, I had the pleasure this important topic. of attending the launch of the construction and reorganization When: Monday 27, 2017 of CHEO’s dayMarch care surgery and 6:30units. p.m This to 8:30 p.m recovery undertaking, atStitch, 7 p.m)will fondly(Presentation called Project dramatically increase patient flow, improve patient and have Where: Jim Durrellprivacy Recreation Centre a direct impact on the quality of 1265 Walkley Rd. care provided to young patients in Ottawa. Partners I am veryattending: proud that Community the Government of Ontario will Recovery Day Ottawa be investing $8.6 million dollars in United Way Ottawa Project Stitch.

Public Health CHEOOttawa provides the high quality Rideauwood Addiction and care that all of us would want and Family Services expect for our children should they Dave SmithIn 2015 alone, over require surgery.

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Looking for a form of exercise that will help you relax, lose weight, lower your blood pressure, relieve aches and pains, clear your mind, and generally enjoy the great outdoors?

The Ottawa area offers a wide array of hiking possibilities, including the Rideau Trail, the Greenbelt and Gatineau Park, or simply explore interesting communities in the region. Hiking is affordable for all, and offers tremendous physical and mental benefits.

If you’d like to start hiking seriously, consider joining a local hiking club. The Rideau Trail Association, for example, offers a wide range of hikes for adults (most members are over 50), from a leisurely walk in the woods or in-town to a vigorous tramp through challenging terrain. Outings are scheduled all year round on weekends as well as some weekdays and evenings.

“With an experienced leader, you’re not going to lose your way,” says Ottawa Rideau Trail Club president Denise Hall. “Plus, the on-trail company is pleasant, there’s help if needed, and you experience places you might never find on your own.”

To kick-start the hiking season, the Ottawa club is holding an Introduction to Hiking course on May 6 at the Nepean Sportsplex.

This is a full-day session for new hikers and those interested in making their hiking experience safe and enjoyable. Topics include hike planning, preparation, packing, outfitting and on-trail procedures, plus an orientation to hiking with a guided group. The day will wrap up with a short hike. Space is limited, so register early. The cost is $85 (which includes a one-year RTA membership, value $25).

“If you’re a novice hiker, this course will give you know-how to choose equipment, avoid problems, and deal with situations that can arise on the trail,” says Ruth Oswald, one of the instructors.

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It offers hikes, from easy to challenging, on the Rideau Trail as well as in and around the Ottawa-Gatineau, Perth and Kingston regions.

You can join, get more information, or register for the Introduction to Hiking at rideautrail.org or by calling the Ottawa club’s information line at 613860-2225.

Champions to host all-star celebration

BY MICHELLE NASH BAKER michelle.nash@metroland.com

Getting on board with Canada’s birthday celebrations, the Ottawa Champions will host an all-star event.

The league will host a 2017 all-star game with the CanAm League and the American Association on July 25 at Ray-

mond Chabot Grant Thornton Park in Overbrook.

The game will be just a small part of the larger, two-day celebrations, which will include an all-star little league game, a coaches clinic, skills competition, and home-run derby on July 24.

This will be the first time that an all-star game will pit the best

of the Can-Am league against the best of the American Association.

Champions owner and CanAm League and American Association commissioner Miles Wolff said it is going to be an honour to host the game in Ottawa for Canada’s 150th celebrations, and as an Ottawa 2017 event.

“It’s the perfect opportunity to show off the rich culture and vibrant atmosphere that makes Ottawa such a unique city,” Wolff said.

Thanks to winning the championship in 2016, Champions manager Hal Lanier will coach the Can-Am team, while former pitching coach, Winnipeg Goldeyes manager Rick

Forney, will lead the American Association.

The Champions open the 2017 season on May 18 at RCGT Park against the TroisRivieres Aigles.

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Sparks are flying at the Ottawa Technical Secondary School.

For two days, 15 secondary school teachers from the Ottawa Carleton District School Board have become the students as they learn about welding.

The course comes courtesy of the Canadian Welding Association Foundation’s Train the Trainer workshop.

“We are trying to make teachers more comfortable so they can encourage students and integrate welding into the shop programs,” said Andrew

Bartlett, the foundation’s outreach officer.

The course addresses the varying degree of skill and knowledge of welding at the high school educator level, and offers those who take the course comfort in knowing they will offer safe welding instruction to their students.

For the teachers who attend, Bartlett said it can be the difference between never holding a torch to transforming their shop programs to accommodate welding instruction.

“We have a great group of teachers. They are very engaged,” he said.

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school board and the foundation, the welding organization has funded the two-day professional development for the teachers, which is being held at the high school on Donald Street in Overbrook.

This is the second year the course has been offered to teachers in the district. The $50,000 grant offers the school board the opportunity to host the course for shop teachers for five years.

Bartlett said the reason the foundation is doing this is simple: it wants to see more students enrolling in weldingspecific courses.

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Teachers from the Ottawa Carleton District School Board became the students as they learn everything about welding from the Canadian Welding Assocaition Foundation.

From there, he teaches them country with baby boomers how to read blueprints and creabout to retire,” Bartlett said.

To address the shortage, the ate 3D images for their own foundation is hosting this type ideas.

“Every student is different,” of course for teachers in differWhite said. “It’s amazing what ent provinces across the coun613-221-6228 | 613-283-3182 | 613-432-3655 these kids can do.” try.

From trailers to miniature So far, including Ontario, Bartlett has visited British Co- working models to shields, www.ottawacommunitynews.ca lumbia, Alberta, New Bruns- firepits and art sculptures, White said it’s student-driven wick and Nova Scotia.

The foundation is also work- — he’s just there to guide them.

Ottawa Tech’s principal, Jening with the Newfoundland and Labrador government to nifer Tremblay, said the entire create a welding course at the school is designed to address learning in a different capacity. high school level.

“Our students, if you Holding this course at Ottawa Technical was the obvious asked them to sit at a desk all choice, Bartlett added, as it has day, many wouldn’t come to school,” Tremblay said. “Here, a strong welding program.

The shop is equipped with they can be active learners. multiple welding stations where They can find their path forstudents can create whatever ward all while learning a techthey want, according to the nical skill.”

The welding program, in school’s welding teacher, John particular, offers students who White.

While the teachers attempt can be struggling academically their own creations, White to soar, Tremblay adds.

“You get students who are shows off a number of cool projects his students have made afraid to try turn into students over the 16 years he has taught who are dragging you into the shop to show off their project.” at the school.

“I love these kids,” White said, adding that they might SOMETHING NEW not have the best academic records, but when it comes to The foundation has not welding they know their stuff. only helped offer shop teachWhite worked in the indus- ers across the board a chance try for 15 years before a work- to learn a thing or two about place accident made him shift welding, but it will also cover gears. the cost of new equipment “I always wanted to be a coming to the school this teacher,” White said. “When I month. got hurt, I had the chance to go “This makes students able back to teachers college.” to work with the most current White starts teaching the equipment available,” Bartlett students welding in Grade 9, said. with small projects.

Covered by a grant through

the foundation, the upgrades make it possible for students to work with industry-standard equipment.

“They aren’t playing catchup when they start to apprentice or go to college,” Bartlett said.

At Ottawa Tech, the upgrades amount to $25,000.

White, who applied for the grant, said he is overjoyed that his students will be getting new equipment.

White has also applied for other grants available through the foundation, receiving $5,000 a year for 10 years to aid in creating a strong welding program at the school.

At the end of the two-day course, the teachers will return to their own workshops and classrooms with safety tips, knowledge and a better understanding of weld basics.

Beyond the teacher’s course, the foundation is focused in six different areas: • Elementary student engagement •Women in trades, at-risk youth and indigenous programs and awards •Skills showcase •Post-secondary research studies •Post-secondary support — awards, scholarships and apprenticeship The foundation also runs a free summer camp for 12- to 15-year-olds at the Ottawa Technical Secondary School, Mind over Metal.

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In the sanctuary of a church, residents gathered to discuss how to make the rest of the city a safe place for everyone.

A sanctuary city is one that adopts a policy to ensure all residents can access municipal services, regardless of their immigration status. Recently, Canadian cities including Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Hamilton and London have passed motions to implement sanctuary policies.

The idea is that when accessing services, there’s a ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ policy, so that people with precarious status can live without fear of being reported to federal immigration officers.

According to the Sanctuary City of Ottawa Network, which organized a March 16 meeting, it’s about giving people access to services they are entitled to such as getting a library card and feeling safe to do things like call the police without fear of deportation.

It’s an issue close to law student Graciela Flores Méndez’s heart.

During the panel discussion at Knox Presbyterian Church, she told attendees she was born in Mexico, but when she was five years old her family moved to the United States to reunite with her father, who was working there.

“We were living in the U.S. without status. When I was old enough to understand what that meant, I was in my teens and having teenage issues.”

She would lie to friends about having forgotten her identification; she didn’t have a library card.

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At one point, she made her way back to Mexico, hoping to apply for a visa at the advice of someone she called a “fraudulent lawyer.” She was later smuggled across the border.

“It was clear to me that whether or not I had papers, it was my home.”

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The Ottawa Sanctuary City Network held a public meeting at Knox Presbyterian Church on Elgin Street on March 16. The meeting included panelists Jennifer Ridgley (left), Graciela Flores Méndez, Jack McCarthy and Karen Cocq before breakout sessions about lobbying efforts. and also in some of the questions posed at the end of the session.

“We need a policy that is robust, and that has teeth, to be clear despite what you may have heard from some media and some corners of council, a sanctuary policy is not symbolic,” said Karen Cocq, a member of the Ottawa Sanctuary City Network.

She reiterated that a policy would have to encompass all city-

funded services, including police, public health and libraries. She would also like to see the policy include a review of all services and barriers to those services, a plan for implementation and training of employees implementing the policy, as well as regular review, oversight and public consultation.

“We cannot say that we are a sanctuary city and people will be

City Councillor/Conseiller Municipal safe when accessing services if we do nothing to make that a reality,” River Ward/Quartier Rivière Cocq said. “This is a trap, not a Final Winter Movie Night – March 25 sanctuary city.”

Join me and other families from River Ward at A report on making Ottawa a my final Family Movie Night of the winter, on sanctuary city is expected to be Saturday March 25 at the Alexander Community part of the March 30 community Centre on Silver Street starting at 6pm. Admission and protective services commitis free and a concession stand will be in operation, tee agenda. A recommendation thanks to the Carlington Community Association. on the report could be heard at a Bring a yoga mat and blanket. All are welcome. council meeting in April.

Young Women Interested in Fire Services Councillors Jeff Leiper and Catherine McKenney, who is The Ottawa Fire Services, in partnership with Fire preparing the report on making Service Women Ontario, is pleased to announce an Ottawa a sanctuary city, both atapplication call for Camp FFIT (Female Firefighters in Training) 2017. Young women between the tended the meeting. ages of 15 and 19 are invited to apply. Camp FFIT is Following the remarks, Leiper designed to educate young women about the career said if the topic is debated at a fuof firefighting. Participants will have an opportunity ture council meeting, he’d vote in to perform many tasks, including, but not limited to, favour of making Ottawa a sancsearch and rescue, auto extrication, forcible entry, tuary city. catching hydrants, high rise operations and aerial “I’m absolutely supportive and ladder climb, Wearing full PPE (Personal Protective we know several councillors are, Equipment) and SCBA (Self Contained Breathing but we’ve heard vocal opposition Apparatus), fighting simulated kitchen and car fires. from others,” he said, adding it Applications are available now at ottawa.ca and will be important for policy promust be returned to Ottawa Fire Services Training Centre located at 898 Industrial Avenue no later than ponents to tell their stories and May 26, 2017. Camp FFIT will run from talk to their councillors. “One of August 21-25, 2017 at the Ottawa Fire Services the key things that has to get out Training Centre, 898 Industrial Avenue (Ottawa). there is the clear message that this For questions, please email campffit@ottawa.ca or isn’t about giving people access call 613-580-2424 ext 29621. to free services, this isn’t about Earth Day ‘Sustainable Ottawa’ Essay Contest encouraging people to come here illegally,” he said.

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Walkley Road Speeder – 120km/hr Thanks to the Ottawa Police for increased traffic enforcement in our community this week. On Monday (March 20), a 29 year old male driver was pulled over while driving 120km in a 50km/hr zone on Walkley Road, near Springland Drive. His car was immediately impounded and charged with stunt driving. If found guilty, a judge will impose a fine of $2,000 up to $10,000.

Time to Clean River Ward Spring is here! The annual springtime Cleaning Up the Capital Campaign starts April 15. To register your work party call 3-1-1 or go online at www.ottawa.ca/clean. I will be hosting two special clean-up events in River Ward this spring, one in Frank J Licari Park on April 29 and again in Raven Park on May 6.

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Hockey’s top prize will always have a place to call home in Ottawa.

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Now, steps away from where Stanley originally handed over the cup, a monument to mark the gift is going to be erected.

For the organizing committee, Lord Stanley’s Gift Monument, this sculpture will act as a place to forever mark the original gift by Stanley in Canada’s history.

On March 18, Canada’s current Governor General David Johnston was on hand at a groundbreaking ceremony at the site of this monument.

“My predecessor Lord Stanley would be so pleased to see us here, at the corner of Elgin and Sparks streets in Ottawa.

The heart of Canada’s capital is a fitting place for this monument,” Johnston said at the ceremony.

Johnston went on to say the cup is a symbol of Canada, of excellence, of grit, grace and hard work.

“This monument honours the legacy and will further cement the Stanley Cup’s place in the life of our country,” he said.

Commenting on the unique tradition of the cup in which players and staff from the win-

ning team each get time to spend with the cup, ultimately having the cup go all over the world, Johnston said he thinks this new monument will offer people from all over Canada and the world who visit it a chance to share in the glory of the Stanley Cup. Braving the cold morning temperatures on March 18, young hockey players from the Ottawa Valley Silver Seven teams donned jerseys to represent the teams of the NHL at the ceremony.

Proud moms Joanne McNally of Carp and Mandy Vanvliet of Stittsville said it was a great opportunity for their boys to participate in.

“I think they would rather be cold and celebrating this part of history than not be here,” McNally said.

George Hunter, president of Lord Stanley’s Gift Monument, took the moment to reflect on the hockey dream and those of the boys standing in front of him.

“The monument, the ground-breaking for the which we celebrate today, is all about

dreams,” Hunter said, adding that the simple bowl which Stanley purchased has gone on to represent the ultimate achievement and dream in hockey.

THE DESIGN

According to the committee, the historic, simple silver bowl donated by Stanley is what inspired the winning design for the sculpture.

The sculpture will rise from a white paved “hockey rink” with embedded stainless steel lines evoking skate marks and 39 granite discs engraved with the names of the Stanley Cup winners from 1893 to 2017.

A 1.4-metre black granite bench in the form of a hockey puck will complete the ensemble.

The monument will be donated to the city and unveiled in December 2017. The unveiling will be part of the 2017 celebrations of Canada’s 150th anniversary, the 100th anniversary of the National Hockey League, and the 25th anniversary of the Ottawa Senators.

A Rabbit Around the House This month is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month, here are a few things the Ottawa Humane Society adoption staff want you to know about pet rabbits: Rabbits are intelligent, social animals. When given plenty of attention, they make affectionate and rewarding family pets. They can be trained to use a litter box and are more enjoyable, responsive pets when living indoors as house rabbits. Given appropriate care, rabbits can live 10 years or more.

In Store Training Programs coming to Ottawa!

Programs start this April. Find one near you: Orleans, Grant Crossing, Slater, Bank Street and Merivale

Learn more and register at runtoquit.com

Before adopting a rabbit, consider the following:

Harriet (ID# A199285) Meet Harriet, a sweet and sassy bunny looking to hop into her forever home.

Harriet is a curious rabbit who loves to explore her surroundings. She’s a very organized girl who always arranges her belongings just the way she likes them.

Rabbits like Harriet are social and intelligent animals that make great pets. Are you the one Harriet has been waiting for?

For more information on Harriet and all the adoptable animals, stop by the OHS at 245 West Hunt Club Rd Check out our website at www.ottawahumane.ca to see photos and descriptions of the animals available for adoption.

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• Rabbits need daily exercise and play • Rabbits need nutritious food, fresh water and a clean habitat • Everyone in your household should understand how to hold and play with a rabbit, and be eager to welcome a rabbit into the family • Some rabbits can be destructive. They like to chew on books and wooden furniture and electrical cords, and will need to be monitored For more information about rabbits and their care, visit www.ottawahumane.ca/?s=Rabbits.

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, if you have been working too much, you have to find time to relax or you will not be able to grow. Your brain and body need recharging to work at their optimal levels.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, there is a time for buckling down and a time for having fun, and this is a great week to let loose. Plan an excursion with friends or go on a solo holiday for pure enjoyment.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, share more details of an important situation with others.

They will need more than just bits and pieces as they try to help you figure out your next move.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, be sure to follow through on any promises you made to others and yourself. Set aside some extra time to address each of these commitments.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Do not underestimate other people, Virgo. There may be more to them than meets the eye, and you don’t want to be at a disadvantage in a relationship. Learn all the facts first.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, although life has been a bit hectic lately, you have managed to hold things together quite well.

Others may even remark on how calm you have been.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, work on honing your flirting skills. Whether you are attached or looking for new romance, think about the subtleties that will draw others close to you.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Be mindful of what you say and with whom you chat for a little while, Libra. While it’s good to be friendly, you may be sharing too much personal information right now.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, exercise caution, but try to avoid being overly suspicious of others who are trying to help.

Let some things go and you’ll be happier for it.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, prioritizing goals and maintaining some flexibility are the keys to managing what life has in store for you this week. With the right mindset, you can handle a busy week.

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SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Stop focusing on what you could have done differently in the recent past, Scorpio. Looking back is not going to change anything now. It’s better to focus on the future.

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PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 There’s no need to rush a special project, Pisces. You have more than enough time to get it all done. Plan out your steps and dig in.

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Local events and happenings over the coming weeks — free to non-profit organizations Fax: 613-723-1862, E-mail: Ottawasouth@metroland.com Please email your events by Fridays at noon to ottawa_ south@metroland.com.

Until May 10

Riverview Park – The Blair Court Community House is back with its Sunshine Pots fundraiser in which giftwrapped do-it-yourself potting kits can be purchased, with all proceeds going to the house’s summer camp to provide transportation and entry fees as well as supplies for kids. The kit includes a colourful, biodrgradable bamboo pot, flower seeds, potting soil and a misting bottle. Call 613-736-5058 or email blaircourt@rogers.com to order one. The pots can be ready for pickup or delivery (within 15 kilometres of the house) from April 1 to May 10.

Until May 25

Alta Vista – The 50+ Exercise Group meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 to 10 a.m. until May 25 at Rideau Park United Church, 2203 Alta Vista Dr. Please join us and get moving, strengthening, and stretching. Fees are $57 for 19 classes, payable by cash or cheque at your first class.

Drop-in fee is $8. For more info,call Lisa Sadler at 613523-9101.

Until May 24 and 26

Alta Vista – Enjoy gentle

yoga during two sessions on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. until May 24 or Fridays, 9 to 10 a.m., until May 26, at Rideau Park United Church, located at 2203 Alta Vista Dr. A certified yoga instructor will lead beginner to advanced students through a gentle flow mat class. Choose one or both. For payment details, call 613-523-9101.

for moving away from a system of criminal prohibition to a legal, regulated market in cannabis and how potential changes in the law will affect Canadians and others around the globe. The event happens March 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Ben Franklin Place, located at 101 Centrepointe Dr. For details, visit ottawa. humanists.net/pot.

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March 25

Gloucester-Southgate – Register for a fundraiser trivia night and silent auction to be held on March 24 at 7 p.m. at the Hylands Golf Club, 2101 Alert Rd. Email 2951pro@ gmail.com or leave a message at 613-821-3033 to register.

This is an age of majority event in support of the 2951 Army Cadets, who are saving up to travel to Europe this November to take part in Remembrance Day services at Vimy Ridge.

Nepean – The Humanist Association of Ottawa will be hosting a public lecture on potential upcoming changes to cannabis-related drug laws.

Eugene Oscapella is an Ottawa lawyer and a lecturer on drug policy in the University of Ottawa criminology department. He has worked on drug policy reform issues for almost three decades. He will describe many of the reasons

Greenboro – Stop the deterioration of your family photographs and other memorabilia. Learn how to avoid damage, find out about safe handling and storage practices, and explore digitization options. In this special threehour workshop, Kyla Ubbink of UBBINK Book and Paper Conservation will offer demonstrations and hands-on activities for simple and practical techniques to give you the skills to start saving your family archives now. The event takes place at the Greenboro library, 363 Lorry Greenberg Dr., from 1 to 4 p.m. Register at biblioottawalibrary.ca or call 613-580-2940 for more information.

and enjoy a delicious home cooked meal.

March 27

Alta Vista – A panel discussion about school accommodation consultation practices takes place March 27, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Ridgemont High School, located at 2597 Alta Vista. Dr. Hosted by school board trustee Chris Ellis, the discussion will feature several speakers and a question-andanswer opportunity. Speakers will include Rob Campbell, former chair of the Ottawa Carleton Assembly of School Councils, Ellis Westwood, a community member who facilitates consultations in his career. Peter Gareau, a parent member on the eastern accommodation review advisory committee, Sheila Perry, a community activist who will address engaging community engagement in the accommodation review consultation process, and an

ACORN member speaking about ways to engage lowincome communities in consultations.

Alta Vista – Ottawa South MPP John Fraser is hosting an opioid community information and resource session on March 27 at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre, located at 1265 Walkley Rd. Held in association with Ottawa Public Health, the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre, Project Step, Recovery Day Ottawa and United Way Ottawa, the public event takes place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., with a presentation beginning at 7 p.m.

March 27 to April 17

Alta Vista – The Alta Vista library branch hosts babytime with stories, rhymes and songs for babies up to 18 months and a caregiver on Mondays from March 27 to April 17, 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Registration is not required.

March 28 to April 18

Alta Vista – The Alta Vista library branch hosts family storytime with stories, rhymes and songs for all ages and a caregiver on Tuesdays from March 28 to April 18, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Registration is not required.

March 29

Alta Vista – The Harmony Club for Seniors 60+ will hold its monthly meeting on March 29, from 1 to 2 p.m., at Rideau Park United Church, located at 2203 Alta Vista Dr. Melanie Morin will speak about, “Time To Connect,” the Growing Issue of seniors’ Isolation in the city of Ottawa, and explore programs available to seniors.

All seniors are welcome. The church is wheelchair accessible. This club is run by volunteers. For more information, call 613-733-3156, ext. 229.

Kars – St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church invites you to their annual ham supper on March 25, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Kars R.A. Hall.

Come along, bring a friend

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