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The page has turned in the Ottawa community newspaper market. You are reading the final edition of the Ottawa West News. As of today’s edition (Jan. 11), this community newspaper will cease publication. A total of eight papers are shutting down. They were previously owned by Metroland Media and acquired by Postmedia Network Inc. as part of a November 2017 agreement, which has reshaped the news landscape in Ottawa. The deal saw Postmedia acquire 22 of Torstar’s (Metroland’s parent company) community newspaper properties and two free commuter daily newspapers and to sell 15 of Postmedia’s community newspaper properties and two free commuter daily newspapers to Torstar. This was effectively a non-cash transaction as the properties had approximately similar fair values. “This transaction allows Postmedia to focus on strategic areas and core products, and allows us to continue with a suite of community-based products, in a deeply disrupted industry,” said Paul Godfrey, executive chairman and chief executive officer, Postmedia, in a Nov. 27 news release. Staff at the Kanata Kourier-Standard, Stittsville News, West Carleton Review, Ottawa East News, Ottawa West News, Nepean-Barrhaven News, Orléans News and Ottawa South News have been touched by the many calls, emails and letters of support received since the closure of the papers was announced. With the closure of this paper, you will continue to receive your weekly bundle of flyers. If you are looking to advertise your business, please call our general ad inquiries phone line at 613-596-3590 or visit us online at postmediasolutions. com.

West-end councillors weigh in on 2018 BY MELISSA MURRAY mmurray@metroland.com

PUBLIC MEETINGS All public meetings will be held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts or visit ottawa.ca/agendas, or call 3-1-1. Tuesday, January 16 Ottawa Public Library Board Meeting 5 p.m., Champlain Room Accessibility Advisory Committee 6:30 p.m., Colonel By Room Friday, January 19 Ottawa Police Services Board - Policy and Governance Committee 1 p.m., Richmond Room Did you know you can receive e-mail alerts regarding upcoming meetings? Sign up today at ottawa.ca/subscriptions. Ad # 2018-501-S_Council_11012018

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From Christmas miracles in the city’s 2018 budget to traffic, intensification, light-rail transit plans moving forward and a nationwide party, 2017 was full of milestones, ups and downs for west-end councillors. In year-end interviews, the Ottawa West News’ five city councillors reflected on 2017 and weighed in on what’s ahead. BAY WARD

Things have been moving in the right direction throughout the year and the term, according to Bay Coun. Mark Taylor. “We’ve pushed a lot of levers across the last five, six years to get the ball rolling toward modernization and renewal in our ward, and now it’s rolling. Managing that change is going to be the work of 2018,” Taylor said in his year-end interview following the passing of the 2018 budget. Taylor highlighted several budget items that will benefit his residents, including the cre-

ation of the new Equifare for all of the city’s low-income transit riders. “It will help people get around more affordably and keep them connected to employment and school and that’s a good thing.” With the extra $10 million added to the budget for infrastructure, Taylor would like to see smaller, neighbourhood roads in Bay Ward receive some funds. Taylor said after supporting the rehabilitation of the major routes, community streets need more attention. “A lot of those roads, just in our neighbourhoods need some attention, so I’ve been advocating for that and I’ll be looking at that as our infrastructure dollars start to get portioned. I would rather have a package of smaller neighbourhood roads redone than saying let’s do Woodroffe again.” 2017 saw improvements to Michele Park and new housing in Michele Heights for larger families and more accessible units. The ward also hosted several 2017 events and the flood-

The Streets are No Place for a Cat

The Ottawa Humane Society is witness to the toll life on the streets exacts from our feline friends. It’s tragic. Cats can often be seen wandering the sidewalks alone, dodging cars and scurrying under bushes. All too often, someone rushes in carrying a cat hit by a car, arriving to the OHS for help that will come too late. It’s outrageous and completely unnecessary. Disease, traffic, and attacks from other cats or other animals are too common. The intentional infliction of injury by humans also ranks high. There are voices out there that argue cats are happier and healthier when they’re allowed to roam free, just like their wild ancestors. It’s what grandma did with her cat, then mom. Now it’s what we’re teaching our kids. But now that we know better, we should be doing better for our cats. The cats around today are fully domesticated. They depend on their human caregivers. There’s simply no kind of evolution that will prevent the senseless suffering of a cat on the street; we see the consequences when they arrive at the OHS emaciated after weeks lost on the streets or frozen solid from a cold winter night. The streets are hell for a cat.

Pet of the Week: Alize (ID# A204609) Meet Alize, a sweet girl looking for her purr-fect match. Alize is a chatty girl who loves to tell you all about her day. She’d prefer a quiet home with a regular routine. Alize is looking for a new family that will take some time every day to play with her. She has lived with other cats in the past, and would likely get along well with a respectful feline like herself. Are you the one Alize has been searching for? For more information on Alize 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.

A similar debate raged about dogs in the middle of the last century, with some arguing that since dogs descended from wolves, they needed to run free! I’m not sure that anyone now thinks that dogs would have longer, healthier lives if they were allowed to roam our streets. This is just as true for cats. So why is this happening? Like most animal welfare crises in our community, the root cause is human behaviour — specifically irresponsible behaviour. The sad reality is that ultimately, this is so widespread that it leads to the conclusion that it’s not simply a number of individuals causing a terrible situation but rather a community problem stemming from the fact that cats are simply not valued, certainly not to the same degree as our vaccinated, sterilized, collar-wearing, leashed canine friends. For tips on making life indoors attractive to your kitty, visit our website: www.ottawahumane.ca/your-pet/animal-tips/.

proofing in Britannia was completed this fall. “It brought everyone together. After this project was delayed, I’m glad we got it done and I’m glad we’ve got it done now,” Taylor said. The new year will likely see progress on the Lincoln Fields redevelopment, more work on Stage 2 of LRT through the ward and some planning to rehab community field houses. When running for election, Taylor made a two-term promise to his constituents. “I made a commitment to serve two terms as councillor and at this point … I don’t see any reason to break that.” COLLEGE WARD

Coun. Rick Chiarelli is considering a run in 2018, but stopped short of saying which ballot he’d be on. “I haven’t made a decision, but I’m definitely leaning toward running for sure … We’ll decide a little bit later, plus there are a lot of elections next year — you have to keep all of that open,” he said.

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Mayor’s Town Hall The Future of Sparks Street Saturday, January 13, 2018 Council Chambers Ottawa City Hall 110 Laurier Avenue West 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon Opening remarks at 9 a.m. Mayor Jim Watson wants to know what residents think about the future of Sparks Street, and invites you to join him for an opportunity to share ideas and suggestions. Visit ottawa.ca/sparksstreetplan and register to attend, share your feedback by answering our questionnaire, and find out more about the Sparks Street Public Realm Plan project. For more information, email mysparksstreet@ottawa.ca

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Chairelli said he’s hoping to see more transparency in budgeting in the future at city hall, after an extra $10 million was found right before councillors were set to vote on the document. “It was very clear in the budget there was not enough money put into roads and snow clearing,” he said, adding that going forward there needs to be more attention paid to the city’s assets. “People want quality in their core services,” he said. In 2018, Chiarelli will be working on completing a strategy around regulating enterprises like AirBnB with a residential room rental bylaw. Chiarelli said several problem properties are changing neighbourhoods and Ottawa should follow in the footsteps of several other cities that have already passed bylaws to protect communities. “We need the tools to close down illegal rooming houses and the strategy that we are developing in the next few months will do that.”

Highlights include park improvements and LaMachine Continued from page 2

In College Ward, residents can also keep an eye out for some traffic calming work near Centrepointe. Hemmingwood Way will have some new minigardens that will not only help absorb water on the street, but will slow down traffic by narrowing the roadway. “It’s functional, and it will look good,” Chiarelli said. 2017 saw and 2018 will continue to see work completed on Chiarelli’s Canadian Trailblazing Women initiative, where duplicate street names are renamed after prominent Canadian women. Another ward highlight for the coming year will be the upgrade to Doug Frobel Park near the Nepean Museum. Crestview pool was officially opened this past summer, and programming proved to be popular with residents, he said. The year also marked the completion of some of the projects associated with the Bells Corners community improvement plan and Chiarelli said he looks forward to seeing how the area continues to develop and grow. “The future looks brighter,” he said. KITCHISSIPPI WARD

After a year full of events, Coun. Jeff Leiper doesn’t want to see 2018 just be the hangover year from Canada’s sesquicentennial. “LaMachine will continue to be a defining moment for the city,” Leiper said. “It’s important to capitalize on that momentum in terms of attracting people to Ottawa and opening Ottawans eyes about what this city could be and how we can improve the quality of life by thinking we are a big city, a city that has fun and a city that doesn’t close Fridays at 4.” To make sure the momentum isn’t lost, he’s looking forward to the launch of the city’s music strategy in February. LRT planning and intensification will continue to be key themes for the ward. “Clearly the values that I am bringing to planning committee are often out of sync with where the current majority on council are going on development and while that’s frustrating to go into battle after battle, I still feel it’s

important to do if the outcome is preordained.” Where Leiper feels he can make an impact is in some smaller neighbourhood issues. “We may not be able to win all of the planning battles but on the ground, every single day because I and my team are on top of our files and are persistent, I think we are making a difference in the quality of life of residents.” It was a recent sidewalk battle where Leiper negotiated a safe, open and accessible route around some construction with the city and the developer that reinforced his decision to run in the 2018 election. In Kitchissippi, 2018 will bring the second phase of the Loretta Street rebuild, and Leiper will continue to set money aside for the redevelopment of Laroche Park field house. The year will bring some cycling and traffic improvements to Byron Avenue and pedestrian improvements to the Richmond Road and Churchill Avenue intersection.

The first quarter of the year, Leiper estimated, will be dominated by discussion about the development of the convent on Richmond Road by Ashcroft Homes. Leiper will also continue to advocate for a secondary plan for Westboro throughout the year. He said so far, he has an informal commitment from the city to look at a plan.His goals for the year include being part of the conversation on inclusionary zoning and affordable housing, as well as working on implementing a new program to reign in the worst behaviours around infill construction. RIVER WARD

River Ward residents will see significant work completed on the Carlington reservoir, an expanded Boys and Girls Club on Prince of Wales Drive, as well as a reconstructed Prince of Wales Drive and Dynes Road in 2018, said Coun. Riley Brockington. See BROCKINGTON, page 5

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The Hog’s Back Bridge (the one over the falls) is also up for renewal and repair, as is Fisher Drive between Baseline and Carling. Consultations will also begin around a new playground for Alexander Park. Overall, Brockington, who is running for re-election in 2018, said the year was a busy one. The daytime shooting on Caldwell Avenue in September highlighted the safety concerns of the neighbourhood. “The daytime homicide in Caldwell was extremely tragic for what has happened and the impact that it had on the community, but also what came out of it was opportunities to grow stronger as a community,” he said. Since then, Brockington and community members have been working on bringing people together. That work will continue in 2018, Brockington said. He looks forward to the addition of six police officers assigned to patrol the city’s roadways to help with traffic concerns, an issue often raised by the community.“There are parts of the ward where speed is out of control … Ultimately we need to see more police and their presence and enforcement does impact traffic.” Significant change is coming to the Carling area from the Travelodge, Embassy West and Westgate proposals, Brockington said, adding the result will put pressure on the Merivale Road North area, which has been working through a community design plan. In 2018, Brockington said that plan will be brought before councillors and he’ll be asking for some preliminary funds to beautify the area. “That’s exciting to see that,

and it dovetails with the development we’ll see on Carling, and as more people move in, they are going to demand more services and hopefully that will bring in a higher calibre of services to that Merivale Road North corridor.” In 2018 Brockington said he’ll also be pushing the federal minister to clarify the government’s long-term plans for the Central Experimental Farm. Ultimately, he wants to see legislation introduced that will protect the farm. SOMERSET WARD

For Somerset Ward Coun. Catherine McKenney, 2017 was a “mixed bag.” On the upside, the ward saw increased tourism because of the number of Ottawa 2017 events.“We had the celebrations and the events brought people out and were a lot of fun,” McKenney said. Another highlight was funding for renewed housing in Rochester Heights and the purchase of property near Gladstone station by Ottawa Community Housing to create a mixed-use, mixed-income neighbourhood. “It will be housing that suits everyone’s needs, in a place where you can walk everywhere and the amenities will be available for you. That’s going to take years, but that was a significant development in 2017.”

But when it came time to pass the budget, she said it was a disappointment that there wasn’t room for an increase in funding for emerging community service groups, or for more winter maintenance money for the city’s pedestrian plan. She said the city is struggling to keep up with its infrastructure. “My disappointment was that I didn’t feel that we were always meeting the needs of a growing city and making it as sustainable as we should,” she said.However, she looks forward to further planning of the new central library and also the reconstruction of Albert and Scott streets. “When we get buses off the road once LRT opens up, we’ll be ready to take back some of that space and narrow the roadways and give it back to active transportation. So that’s something that’s encouraging, and that I’m looking forward to.” 2018 will also bring more discussion about the plans for LeBreton Flats as discussions continue between the National Capital Commission and the proponent for the site’s development, RendezVous LeBreton. McKenney will be back on the ballot in 2018, she said. The first-term councillor added she feels the upcoming election will act as a bit of a report card for incumbents.

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More than 250 working fires for firefighters in 2017 BY CHRISTOPHER WHAN christopher.whan@metroland.com

To say Ottawa fire had a busy year would be a bit of a disservice. With around 3,000 motor vehicle collisions, 250 working fires and 120 water rescues, firefighters across the city were kept on their toes throughout 2017. CONDENSED LIST OF MAJOR 2017 FIRES

January: · 1 1 — Two-alarm fire at a multi-residential complex in Westboro · 27 — Manotick arena fire February: · 7 — Two-alarm fire at a home in Barrhaven · 11 — Two-alarm fire at a mixed residential and commercial building. An occupant had to be saved from the building March · 12 — Four-alarm fire on Northview Road in Nepean, which damaged 32 units and displaced 70 people · 18 — Two-alarm fire at a multi-residential property on Cooper Street in Centretown April · 10 — Three suspicious Vanier fires · 21 — First fire-related fatality of the year at a home in Cumberland · 24 — Two-alarm fire in

According to Danielle Cardinal, spokesperson for the Ottawa fire department, the most damaging fire of the year occurred at a multi-residential property on Northview Road in Nepean in March. Thirty-two units were damaged in the blaze and 70 people were displaced. Another devastating fire occurred at the Black Rapids Farm in Nepean. The barn

a commercial building on Gladstone Avenue May · 21 — Manotick Village square, four businesses destroyed · 29 — Suspicious threealarm fire at a construction site in Barrhaven’s Chapman Mills neighbourhood June · 2 — Two-alarm fire at a home in Little Italy · 14 — Roof fire at the public school board building in Nepean · 16 — Two-alarm fire at a home in Centretown July · 13 — Three-alarm fire at a downtown home · 17 — Suspicious twoalarm fire at a multi-row housing unit in Rideauview · 18 — Another suspicious fire in the same complex August · 2 — Two-alarm fire at a multi-residential home on Armstrong Street · 22 — Man rescued and

on the Ruiter property was destroyed and about 80 cows were killed. Recently, Ruiter announced he will be rebuilding his farm after the overwhelming support he received from the community. Several campaigns were held by the fire service throughout the year including Wake Up! The eight-day campaign was held twice this year and saw

revived after flipping his canoe in the Ottawa River September · 8 — Fire at the Ruiter farm on Prince of Wales · 5 — High-angle rescue. Man at the bottom of a construction site on King Edward Drive lifted out on a backboard using cranes. · 23 — Three-alarm fire at the Canada Post building on Heron Road in Riverview Park. Three floors in the building were damaged October · 15 — Two- alarm fatal fire in Barrhaven November · 17 — Suspicious fire at a five-door row house in Vanier · 21 — Emergency plane landing near the Connaught Ranges December · 13 — Fatal fire in an apartment building on Heatherington · 21 — Church on Slack Road destroyed

firefighters make their way to homes across the city to inspect smoke detectors in homes. BY THE NUMBERS

· 250 working fires · 140 extrications from motor vehicles · 200 rollovers · 3000 motor vehicle collisions · 120 water rescues · 400 elevator rescues

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80 cows were lost and the barn destroyed after a fire at the Balck Rapids farm on Sept. 8.

Notice of Completion of Class Environmental Assessments (EA) Mer Bleue Urban Expansion Area The City of Ottawa has granted approval of the Community Design Plan (CDP) for the Mer Bleue Urban Expansion Area subject to conditions of the Planning Act. The map illustrates the CDP Study Area. The City of Ottawa and the Project Team have planned to ensure infrastructure capacity is available for the proposed development in the expansion area. This process has been conducted in accordance with Section A.2.9 of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment to integrate approvals under the Environmental Assessment Act and the Planning Act. As such, approval of the Community Design Plan and associated OPA were supported by the following Master Plans which document the preferred municipal infrastructure projects: • Master Servicing Study (MSS) • Transportation Master Plan (TMP) The TMP and CDP were made available for public review in July 2017 and no objections were received. Additional technical input into the MSS was required and is now being made available for review. The MSS identified the following preferred projects: • • •

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Ottawa Public Library - Main Branch 3rd Floor (Library Room) 120 Metcalfe Street Ottawa, ON K1P 5M2 Tel. 613-580-2945 The Mer Bleue CDP followed an integrated planning and environmental assessment process. The Official Plan Amendment for the CDP and the TMP review period concluded on August 25, 2017. This 30 day review period is being provided so any person or public body with objections to any of the projects identified in this MSS can provide written comments within 30 calendar days from the date of this Notice. If there are concerns which cannot be resolved through discussion, a party or person may request that the Minister of the Environment and Climate Change make an order for the above noted projects to comply with Part II of the EA Act (referred to as a Part II Order). Requests must be received by the Minister at the address below by February 5, 2018. A copy of the request must also be sent to the City and the EA Proponent (IBI Group.) If there are no Part II Order Requests received by February 5, 2018 all above identified municipal infrastructure projects will be considered to have met the EA requirements and will proceed to the detailed design and construction stage.

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OPINION

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Keep calm: coyotes have always been with us

oyotes in the Greenbelt. Coyotes within the Experimental Farm. This North American native animal is smaller in stature than a wolf but is fairly ubiquitous. Indeed, in recent times, it has moved closer to urban areas, bringing out this perceived conflict with humans. The headlines may scare some people but history says we’re all going to be OK. Coyotes will go where the food is or, more specifically, where the easiest-to-catch food is. That means they do well when they live near human habitation where they can scavenge, eat small rodents, dead carcasses and the occasional pet left alone outside. Humans aren’t at risk. Indeed, some would argue the reverse, namely that man is a threat to coyotes. But setting such arguments aside, coyotes are not to be feared if given their distance. History has shown that coyotes want nothing to do with animals bigger than they are and humans fit into this category. At the same time, it’s only hu-

man to fear an animal that can kill. There are tips out there to reduce the likelihood of any interactions between coyote and human. Keep garbage wrapped up tight and put it out just shortly before the garbage truck comes along. Keep pets inside unless you are with them. Report all sightings to the City of Ottawa which can track such occurrences and identify any areas where coyote numbers are growing and perhaps becoming of concern. It may be nostalgic to look back on the Roadrunner and Wile E. Coyote cartoon series and think of Wile E. as a hapless, dimwitted animal. It made for good humour and laughter on television screens but did a disservice to Wile E. and his brethren. Coyotes in real life are stealthy, cunning predators. They may not terrify but they certainly deserve to be respected. So keep your distance, take the necessary precautions and there should be no problems in your neighbourhood.

It’s been a privilege to be a community journalist BY THERESA FRITZ theresa.fritz@metroland.com

ack on sunny day in June 1989, I sat at my Carleton University convocation ceremony and could not believe my luck. Not only did I have my first real job as a reporter to go to the following week, I was sitting listening to then media-mogul Conrad Black speak. Black’s words about the industry at that time filled me with hope and excitement. I believed I had chosen a profession where I would make a difference and what I wrote would impact people’s lives. I also expected to retire from this profession. That

was not to be. The details are simple enough. Myself, along with other talented Ottawa journalists, are now out of work due to a newspaper transaction between Metroland Media and Postmedia in November 2017. It’s business and it happens. But, for me, it’s personal. This job of mine has never been just a job. It wasn’t for the money. Had I wanted to monetize my education all those years ago, I would have continued on and pursued the law career I had planned. This career of mine was a calling based on a natural curiosity, a desire to get to the bottom of things and serve the public by providing them information. Awards were never the motiva-

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tor. It was that call from someone who liked a story that meant more. It was the person who reached out in the grocery store who mattered. And it was the complaints too. Mistakes – those made you want to do better. You can’t hide when you are face-to-face with your community. That’s community journalism. Being let into someone’s home, their lives, or having them share their joy or heartbreak with you is quite something. It is a trust. Building trust takes years. This passion of mine has kept me going for 28 years. I can’t even begin to guess how many assignments I have covered, how many stories I have written or how many people – the famous and not-so-

famous – I have interviewed. I have boxes in my basement filled with clippings, papers, photos and negatives. I just can’t seem to part with them. More recent work fills several USB keys. Some stories I have written have touched me more than others. They are permanently etched on my soul. Some have made me laugh, others cry. I know journalists should remain objective but if you are not human, what’s the point? There are too many people to thank for their support but there are a few who are very special to me. I need not name them here. I believe they know who they are. I came across a copy of the final edition of the Toronto Telegram

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from 1971 while cleaning out my office. Reading the front-page story about the paper’s closing, a quote from one departing reporter struck me. “I want it remembered that I did not leave the news business,” he said. “It left me.” Newspapers matter. They reflect our communities, our neighbours, ourselves. A community newspaper is quite possibly a community’s best friend, a hand to hold in good times and bad. It is hard to say goodbye. Times have changed. My industry has changed. I, for one, will always be proud to say I was a journalist. And I want it known that I didn’t leave my profession, it left me. • Advertising rates and terms and conditions are according to the rate card in effect at time advertising published. • The advertiser agrees that the publisher shall not be liable for damages arising out of errors in advertisements beyond the amount charged for the space actually occupied by that portion of the advertisement in which the error occurred, whether such error is due to negligence of its servants or otherwise... and there shall be no liability for non-insertion of any advertisement beyond the amount charged for such advertisement. • The advertiser agrees that the copyright of all advertisements prepared by the Publisher be vested in the Publisher and that those advertisements cannot be reproduced without the permission of the Publisher. • The Publisher reserves the right to edit, revise or reject any advertisement.

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Aries, if a special opportunity or circumstance comes your way, jump at the chance to be a part of it. Such opportunities might not come along too often, so enjoy the ride.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, a newfound devotion to exercise may improve your life in many different ways. If you have been vacillating on whether or not to embrace a new lifestyle, just do it.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

An unexpected situation has put you out of your element, Gemini. For now you can simply go with the flow and see how things work out. Don’t let this get the better of you.

Cancer, dabbling in a few different projects may give you a unique perspective and the inspiration to take things in a new direction. Keep putting out those feelers.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, you have just about sold one of your ideas and now it’s just a matter of being patient. Soon the results will support your vision, and you can enjoy the fruits of your labors.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Let other people’s perceptions roll off you like water off of a duck’s back, Virgo. To get the full picture, you need to immerse yourself and make up your own mind.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, take a few steps back and think about whether or not a new approach is needed regarding a specific situation. Thinking logically instead of emotionally may help.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

You may not need an extended vacation to do so, just a day to relax.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, looking within yourself can help you get a grasp on your situation and your future. Make the most of this introspection and use it as a catalyst for positive change.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Take certain things with a grain of salt, Capricorn. Until you can flush out the facts, there is no point in worrying or passing judgement. Be patient and things will come to light.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Find more time to explore an important relationship, Aquarius. Don’t overlook the importance of date night. Make time for this important person even if it requires sacrifices.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, do something unexpected this week and watch as those around you are inspired by your willingness to try new things.

Scorpio, take a day to recharge your batteries if you feel your energy stores are running low.

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Until Jan. 13

You are invited to an Open House, to Jan. 13. Come learn about the Taoist Tai Chi arts and try a few moves; Mon. to Sat. from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or Tues. to Thurs., from 7 to 9 p.m., at 2930 Carling Ave. For more information, call 613-233-2318 or go to www.taoist.org/ottawa. Can’t make the Open House? Join anytime by attending one of our ongoing classes.

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Foyer Gallery presents Northern Exposure – a group show by the gallery artists. Enjoy an exciting collection of original and unique art consisting of paintings, photography, fiber works, ceramics and glass works by local artists. Foyer Gallery is a non-profit artist run gallery located in the Nepean Sportsplex, Entrance 1, 1701 Woodroffe Ave. For information, call 613-580-2424, ext 42226 or visit www.foyergallery.com.

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Are you a proud parent of a military member? Join other parents of serving military members for a casual support group offering you tips and tools, support, information, and refreshments. Free bimonthly meetings are held Monday nights 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more details on upcoming meetings, please contact Heather at programs@ mfrc-ncr.ca or (613) 9935151.

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DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS / AMENDMENTS UNDER THE PLANNING ACT NOTICE OF PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING Tuesday, January 23, 2018 – 9:30 a.m. The items listed below, in addition to any other items previously scheduled, will be considered at this meeting, which will be held in the Champlain Room, City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa. To see any change to this meeting agenda, please go to Ottawa.ca. Zoning – 168 Daly Avenue 613-580-2424, ext. 27889 – Steve.Gauthier@ottawa.ca Zoning – 737 Silver Seven Road and 15 Frank Nighbor Place 613-580-2424, ext. 16587 – Laurel.McCreight@ottawa.ca Official Plan – 4497 O’Keefe Court 613-580-2424, ext. 16482 – Maryellen.Wood@ottawa.ca Official Plan and Zoning – Rochester Field 613-580-2424, ext. 21850 – Bruce.Finlay@ottawa.ca Official Plan and Zoning – 979 Wellington Street West 613-580-2424, ext. 15641 – Simon.Deiaco@ottawa.ca Official Plan and Zoning – 1026, 1038, 1040, 1050 and 1054 Hunt Club Road 613-580-2424, ext. 27629 – Jean-Charles.Renaud@ottawa.ca Prescribed Criteria for Minor Variance Consideration for 325, 327, and 333 Montreal Road, 334 Montfort Street and 273 Ste. Anne Avenue 613-580-2424, ext. 27967 – Erin.Oconnell@ottawa.ca

Practise and improve your Spanish speaking skills at the intermediate and advanced levels. We are Los Amigos Toastmasters and we meet at the Civic Hospital, main building, main floor, room 3 from 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. E-mail membership@losamigos.ca or visit our website www. losamigos.ca.

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CHARA, your local community association, is searching for volunteers to fill open positions on our board of directors. CHARA holds meetings on the last Tuesday of the month starting at 6:30 p.m. As well, we are looking for volunteers to work on the community rink and for supervision during the winter. Email info@ carletonheights.org.

Set aside Tuesday mornings with the Painters’ Circle. We are a friendly group with a wide range of painting experience from beginners to people who sell their work. All media are welcome including oils. This is not a class. We meet in the Unitarian Church on Cleary Avenue. Please drop in, but first contact Clea Derwent for further details at clderwent@gmail.com or 613-694-0505. Positive birth and natural parenting meetings on the second Tuesday of each month 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Empower yourself and meet like-minded women and build community. To RSVP and for address, contact Leslie amagicalbirth@hotmail.com or call 613-829-8511.

City Councillor/Conseiller Municipal River Ward/Quartier Rivière River Ward Budget Highlights On December 13, City Council approved the $3.4 billion 2018 (operating) budget for the City of Ottawa. This will result in a 2% property tax increase for residential homeowners. The budget contains a number of welcomed investments within River Ward. I have successfully secured almost $2 million in funds to resurface the Airport Parkway from Brookfield to Hunt Club Road, including the replacement of six underground culverts. This work will be completed before the road is repaved later in 2018. Repaving will also take place on Fisher Avenue, between Baseline and Carling. The Mooney’s Bay Pavilion will undergo a needs assessment, which is the first step towards a massive renovation or complete rebuild of the facility. The assessment will determine the level of rehabilitation needed and will include public consultation and feedback. The Sue Holloway outdoor fitness park will be rebuilt in the south end of Mooney’s Bay Park, following extensive consultations in 2017, and consultations will begin for play structure renewal in Alexander Park. Another $1 million will be invested in the ward upgrading various features within parks, including the partnership between the City and Ottawa Mountain Bike Association for a pump track and course on Carlington Hill. The design of the track and course still requires public consultation before it can be built, a requirement I insisted City Council add as a condition for this project. Outdoor Rinks Need Volunteers The City of Ottawa provides resources to assist with the operation of hundreds of local community-run skating rinks in the city, including many in River Ward. These rinks provide free, outdoor recreational opportunities and it cannot be done without the efforts of many local volunteers who make the ice, clean the rink, provide supervision and/or plan a winter carnival or other event. If you would like to help out in your community, please contact my office. River Ward Winter Movie Nights The first of three winter movie nights will take place at the Alexander Community Centre, 960 Silver Street in Carlington, on Saturday January 13 starting at 6:30pm. Admission is free and a concession stand will offer popcorn and drinks for a nominal fee. Bring your yoga mat and a blanket to enjoy this family friendly River Ward tradition. All are welcome. Consultation – New Civic Hospital Design The Ottawa Civic Hospital will continue its next stage of consultations, regarding the new hospital on the former site of the Sir John Carling Building on Carling at Preston, by hosting a consultation session on the design. This session will be held on January 31 in the Horticulture Building at Lansdowne Park, commencing at 7:30pm. Although I am not hosting this consultation, if you need more information about this session, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Thank-you Metroland Staff To all staff who have work tirelessly to make the Metroland papers, particularly the Ottawa West News a success, I want to thank-you for your professional and dedicated service to the community and for providing this paper to local residents and business owners week in and week out. We will miss the local coverage this paper provided and the many people who contributed to its success. On behalf of River Ward, I thank-you.

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