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LeBreton Flats has the potential to be a tremendous city-building development; that’s why our council needs to be represented at the table as plans roll out, Mayor Jim Watson said during council on April 12. Watson and city manager Steve Kanellakos entered into “commercially confidential” discussions with the Ottawa Senators-backed RendezVous LeBreton Group after the National Capital Commission selected them as the preferred developer in November. The NCC continues to negotiate the land-use deal. Among the concerns is the cost to the city if the developer applies for a brownfield grant. Right now, the city waives development charges and taxes over a period of time as an incentive to clean up brownfields — properties that may have contamination from previous uses. The grant will cover up to 50 per cent of the remediation costs. See LEBRETON, page 3

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Police launch online hate crime reporting BY MELISSA MURRAY mmurray@metroland.com

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in Ottawa in 2012 and 64 in 2013. About half of reported hate crimes were motivated by race or ethnicity and almost 30 per cent were motivated by religion. The number of reported hate crimes in Ottawa rose to 94 in 2014 and 105 in 2015, said Diversity and

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LeBreton report coming this fall Continued from page 1

So far, the highest grant to be approved in Ottawa was for the Oblates development on Main Street. That grant will total $15.8 million over 10 years. The cost estimates to remediate the land at LeBreton Flats have reached as much as $50 million. Aside from concerns about remediation and lowered rev-

enues flowing to the city, Watson said the city has a role to play in discussions around transit and public spaces. The city is in the process of running an LRT line through the property. Watson said he and Kanellakos will bring a report to the city’s finance and economic development committee by the fall, with some answers to these questions. He said all parties have to

agree on issues such as who would be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of public spaces. Watson said he also wants a concrete plan about what will happen to the Canadian Tire Centre in Kanata once the Senators move to their new home. “I am aware of the impact of the Senators moving out of the Canadian Tire Centre,” Watson said, adding he’s hopeful the plan for the new

Council approves Trailhead development on Scott Street despite Leiper dissent By Jennifer McIntosh jennifer.mcintosh@metroland.com

Despite a last-ditch effort by Kitchissippi Coun. Jeff Leiper to reject the application for a 22-storey highrise on Scott Street, council gave it the green light. “I urge my councillor colleagues to reject this application,” he said, but the application was approved with only a few members of councillors siding with him. The building will have retail at street level, as well as residential units and four storeys of office space. Residents took issue with the development since the community design plan (CDP) for the area called for four to six storeys. The planning rationale for the approval, which replaces the Trailhead Paddle Shack, is the

site’s location in relation to light rail. When the CDP for the area was initially approved, there wasn’t a plan for a light rail station.

‘If you’re not going to put a development like this basically across the road from light rail, where are you going to put it?’ Mayor Jim Watson

Leiper called the approval ad hoc spot zoning and called for an updated vision for the area. Councillors Diane Deans,

Mathieu Fleury and David Chernushenko dissented on the approval of the application by council. Mayor Jim Watson said he was disappointed to see councillors who were in favour of cycling and use of public transit, vote against a development that takes advantage of light rail. “If you’re not going to put a development like this basically across the road from light rail, where are you going to put it?” he asked. As part of the application, the developer, Colonnade Bridgeport, will contribute $600,000 to the community through the city’s Section 37 policy, which uses funds for neighbourhood improvements to infrastructure such as libraries, public pools and parks where a new development creates a marked increase in density. SkilBilt Construction Inc. is an Ottawa based renovation company specializing in residential renovations and smaller scale commercial projects.

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with care provided during the day from Monday to Friday. Those programs operate out of Rideau High School, Woodroffe High School, the Adult High School and Frederick Banting Secondary Alternate School. When Rideau High School closes in September as a result of the board’s recent accommodation review, its ITP program will relocate to Queen Elizabeth Public School. There are currently about 140 children enrolled in the board’s ITP programs, 71 of whom are accessing subsidized care, thanks to an agreement with the city. But the report presented by staff during the meeting reveals that the school board is struggling to find a balance between offering high quality, affordable programs and recovering costs. “When districts elect to operate child-care programs, the expectation is that they recover the cost of operating the programs, without making profit,” the report said. “Experience in the OCDSB has

demonstrated that it is very difficult to recover the cost of operating the ITP programs.” The report cited a number of reasons for operating deficits across the four programs, including, salaries, pension and benefits for OCDSB child-care program employees that are higher than those of many child-care operators in the city, and declining enrolment in the programs at Frederick Banting Secondary Alternative School and the Adult High School. The review also claims that fees for the board’s ITP programs haven’t kept pace with cost of operating the programs, and don’t match fees of similar programs offered by non-profit agencies. Finally, staff said changes in direct government funding approved by the city in 2015 resulted in a $220,000 annual loss in funding that supported the operation of the board’s ITP programs. “There are no simple or clear solutions,” Susan MacDonald, superintendent of instruction, told trustees dur-

ing the April 4 meeting. “However, staff have provided some options for your consideration. The options … consider both short- and long-term strategies to move towards the operation of ITP programs in a cost-neutral and fiscally responsible manner.” Current program sites as of last September, the four programs were running a cumulative deficit of $660,000, a number expected to grow to $799,000 by the end of the current school year. The programs at Rideau and Woodroffe high schools are at fully enrolment but at a high cost to the board. In the 2015-16 school year, the ITP program at Rideau ran at a deficit of $173,000 and the program at Woodroffe High School ran at a deficit of $203,000. The programs at the Adult High School and Frederick Banting are struggling with low enrolment and operating at a significant deficit. See TARGETED, page 7

Targeted programs under-enrolled: staff Continued from page 6

In the last school year, the Adult High School operated at a deficit of $69,000 and the program at Frederick Banting ran at a deficit of $164,000. FOUR OPTIONS

The first two options proposed by staff involve closing programs at Frederick Banting and the Adult High School, but the second option also proposes increasing the daily fee for the district’s remaining ITP programs for the first time since 2013. Staff cited low enrolment at the school and expenditures exceeding revenue as reasons for closing the two programs. “In spite of the efforts to attract new families to the preschool programs at Frederick Banting and Adult High School, the enrolment has declined steadily over the last number of years,” MacDonald said. Ending the two programs would reduce the ITP program deficit by $281,000, bringing the deficit down to $518,000. According to the report, increasing daily program fees as well as ending the two programs would lower the deficit further, to $501,000. The report recommends increasing the daily fee for infant and toddler programs to $89 per day from $61 per day, and increasing the daily fee for the preschool program to $66 per day from $45 per day. The third option involves shifting toward a delivery model that transfers responsibility for ITP programs from the board to third-party providers in September 2018. While it would free the board from financial responsibility, the board would still have to deal with multiple providers addressing ITP needs across the district. There’s also no guarantee third-party operators would want to bid on programs currently operating at a loss, staff said. The final option involves creating

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In a committee meeting on April 4, public school board staff presented recommendations for cutting down on the board’s infant, toddler and preschool program operational deficit, including shutting down two programs and raising the daily fee for its remaining programs. programs and allow for one provider to oversee all ITP programs in the district. While it doesn’t address current deficit issues, it could address larger structural issues contributing to the deficit.

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As for other cost-cutting options, the report said ITP programs have low staff-to-student ratios, required by legislation, so staffing makes programs expensive to operate. Because the positions are legislatively mandated, board the report said there are no possible savings in the area of staffing. Reducing the budget for food, snacks, supplies and service wouldn’t contribute to lowering deficit much either. For now, staff are applying for emergency operating funding from city to help offset the loss of government funding, but that funding wouldn’t exceed $100,000 and won’t address the long-term funding shortfall. Trustee Mark Fisher pointed to changes in the structure of government funding for preschool programs as a factor that has complicated the matter of planning ahead for operat-

ing the programs, but said the board needs to continue to grow in the area of childcare, not close programs. “My vision is that we are able to develop a program that is high quality care, is accessible, is affordable, and there’s seamless management between the board, the city and the province in implementation and execution,” he said. “I think we need to be in the business. I don’t think we should be closing sites … In my part of the city, which is the second largest district in the city, parents are screaming for more and more care. There’s not enough. So we do need to be in the business, at all levels … we need to figure out how to do that within this chaotic space that we now seem to be operating in.” Trustees are expected to vote on staff’s recommendations during a meeting on May 2. If trustees vote to close the programs at Frederick Banting and the Adult High School, the programs will end as of Aug. 31.

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Sens fever has struck! S pring has sprung, at last, and with it comes spring fever, the Ottawa Senators version – you know, the fever that turns you red, raises your voice and otherwise turns you into a rabid fan. Sens flags start appearing everywhere. The Red Mile along Elgin Street comes to life as those afflicted with “the fever” flock there not in search of any cure but in search of the camaraderie and contact with others that this fever craves. And the fever seems to loosen tongues so you hear everyone – on the bus, around the water cooler, at the bar, around the kitchen table – talking Sens hockey. Erik Karlsson is the best defenceman in the National Hockey League, some say. No, Karlsson is the best player in the whole world, others counter. And that Clarke MacArthur – boy, what a story it would be when he sparks the team to the Stanley Cup. And what about that Derick Brassard. He has flourished in the Stanley Cup playoffs before and that is why the Sens got him in the first place. Sens goalies Craig Anderson and Mike Condon are great stories – Anderson supporting his wife

Nicholle in her battle with cancer and Condon showing he is one solid goalie when other teams gave him a pass. There’s just so much to talk about these Sens of ours. But then, that’s the fever, isn’t it! Even the smallest of things can affect the fever and make it go viral. Case in point – Marc Methot’s finger. Imagine that, a little pinky playing a role in a Stanley Cup playoff series. Who would have guessed? But this is what “the fever” can and does do. And, you know what – in a world that at times seems so dangerous and unpredictable with terrorists, chemical warfare, famine and eccentric leaders, it is refreshing and relaxing in a way to be affected with Sens fever. You can be passionate and cheer heartily and, at the end of the day, you get to enjoy the victories and lament the losses and know that, Stanley Cup or not, there will be only good times all along the way. There is, thankfully, no vaccine or antidote for Sens fever. We should be so glad of that. Hopefully this year it’s going to be a long, long fever season, lasting for weeks and weeks. Go, Sens, go!

Time to get outside, despite lure of hockey playoffs

eople walked out of their houses on the first warm day and looked around. A guy saw a neighbour. Hadn’t seen him since the snow fell. The neighbour was looking up at his roof. Hadn’t seen the roof since the snow fell. The guy looked up at his own roof. It looked all right, and it was nice to be able to see the roof with no snow on it. And it was nice to talk to neighbours. They talked about roofs, about water in the basement, about the house for sale down the street. Were they going to knock it down? If so, that meant months of construction on the street. Neighbours talked, of course, about the Stanley Cup playoffs, a nice easy topic, and a safe one, unless the neighbour was a Leafs fan. Then it would be a short conversation.

spring, when the seasons have changed for the better. Down the street a guy was hacking at a chunk of snow beside the driveway, breaking it into pieces Funny Town and shovelling them out onto the road. That seemed crazy. The sun was warm and it would, pretty quickly, melt all that snow and save But at least a conversation. the guy some work. In Charlotte, North Carolina, But he probably wanted to get at and Nairobi, Kenya, and even it. For some people, spring means Victoria, British Columbia, this getting at it — getting a start on a conversation wouldn’t be such a perfect lawn, for once, getting the big deal because people had been garden ready, getting rid of whatoutside conversing all year. They ever it was that caused the water in probably didn’t even look at their the basement and, oh yeah, taking roofs. People like that were missing the the Christmas lights down if it’s not too soon. change of seasons, something CaGetting at it for some people nadians talk about all the time, sort meant cleaning stuff. Hosing down of in self-defence. Some of them the driveway, washing the car, raksay they would miss the change of ing the lawn. seasons if they lived in Charlotte, People could take off their jackNorth Carolina. ets when they did that work, which They usually say that in the

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was pleasant. The park was mostly puddles and mud but the baseball gloves would be out there any day now and the dogs would have to share the space with running kids. Usually that worked out. The only problem with getting at it was that the TV was getting at it too. The TV had big golf tournaments, hockey and basketball playoffs and the beginning of the baseball season. The change of seasons is a also miraculous time for people who want to delay getting at it. That includes getting at the income tax, perhaps the least likeable sign of the changing season, along with last year’s dog poop. On balance, though, it is good to be able to see the neighbours, good to be able to see the playoffs — especially in Ottawa — and good to EDITORIAL: MANAGING EDITOR: Theresa Fritz, 613-221-6225 theresa.fritz@metroland.com NEWS EDITOR: John Curry john.curry@metroland.com - 613-221-6152 REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER: Mellissa Murray mmurray@metroland.com - 613-221-6161

be able to see the roof. One day soon we will find cause to complain again, perhaps on a day when it is too hot, perhaps on a day when the refs make a big mistake. Enjoy it while it lasts.

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Want your kids to code? First, teach them how to knit

ears ago, I had a neighbour who suggested my kids would fall behind in the high-tech world because I restricted their use of screens when they were toddlers. They had such limited awake time in those days – between naps and 11 hours of nighttime sleep – that I chose to fill their waking hours with other, more traditional activities. We read books, listened to and played music, dug in the dirt, baked muffins. Television and video games weren’t really part of their lives until much later. One day, however, I’m confident my boys and their friends in the neighbourhood have the potential to be in charge of our robot overlords. These kids can read, write, and given the opportunity, they can solve complex mathematical problems, even while they lack the basic mathematical training to do so. More than just passive consumers of media, learning how to

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Ottawa police have charged a 19-year-old man with second-degree murder following a shooting on Elmira Drive last September. The Ottawa man has been arrested by police for the homicide of Jacob Thompson, 40, in the Pinecrest community on Sept. 24 around 2 a.m. Police previously said the shooting was targeted. Police spokesperson, Const. Chuck Benoit, said no further charges are expected and police are happy the charges will now be heard through the court system. The man was charged on April 10 and appeared in court on April 11. “Investigators were satisfied with the evidence at the scene and with witness statements,” Benoit said of the investigation.

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construct and dissect has helped them in basic pattern recognition. Their first introduction to coding came rather later than I expected, but the uptake in this exercise was rapid because, as it turns out, all that knitting and Lego-playing in the early days has made them great problem solvers. Canadians overall aren’t great problem solvers. According to the Conference Board of

Canada, 55 per cent of Canadian adults tested in 2012 had “inadequate problem-solving skills” to function in the workplace when compared to international peers. “Given the centrality of written communication and basic mathematics in virtually all areas of life, coupled with the rapid integration of ICT (information and communications technology), individuals must be

able to understand, process, and respond to textual and numerical information, print and digital, if they are to participate fully in society— whether as citizens, family members, consumers, or employees,” the authors note in the Conference Board’s How Canada Performs. Our lack of collective problem-solving ability represents an enormous economic challenge. Canada, like the rest of the world, is already experiencing a major talent shortage of IT professionals. By 2020, it’s anticipated companies here will need to fill over 200,000 positions in high-tech. And while we’re great consumers of media, this isn’t turning any of us into savvy coders. “In terms of digital skills – the focus always seems to be on the digital economy and

producing people who are good at using the services,” Geoff White, general counsel for the Public Interest Advocacy Centre told the Canadian Internet Forum last June. White noted that using the technology isn’t enough; we have to also have a mind to understand it and manipulate it. “When we talk about digital skills, we’re not just talking about the skills that allow you to use the technology,” said Sarah AnsonCartwright, director, skills and immigration policy for the Canadian Chamber of Commerce at the CIF, hosted by the Canadian Internet Registration Authority. “Less than half of Canadian adults have the problemsolving skills to function in a technology-rich environment. Less than half have good

enough skills to actually use ICTs, to use the technology required in their work.” In order to function in the digital economy, workers need to be able to do more than “push a button,” she said. They need to have problem-solving and creative thinking skills. How do we get there? The prevailing wisdom is to make sure kids have as much time offline as they do online. Get them coding at a young age, yes, but have them use their hands. Do a treasure hunt, play a ball game, teach them music and have them read across a broad range of subjects from a young age. In other words, if you really want your kids to be great coders, get them off the YouTube and the video games and teach them how to knit.

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Pulling a $10 bill out of your wallet this year might just be a bit more special this year. The Bank of Canada unveiled a commemorative $10 bank note celebrating the 150th anniversary of Confederation in Ottawa on April 7. The note, which showcases Canada’s history, culture and land will enter circulation on June 1. The Bank of Canada governor Stephen S. Poloz said the note is intended to captivate Canadian’s imagination and instil pride. “It celebrates the natural beauty and majesty of our land and some of the important parliamentarians who helped shape our great country,” Poloz said. The note has a number of features including four individuals portrayed on the front. With Parliament’s Hall of Honour in the background, Sir John A. Macdonald, Sir George-Étienne Cartier, Agnes Macphail and James Gladstone (Akay-na-muka). This will be the first bill in circulation that will have a Canadian woman and an indigenous Canadian depicted as portrait subjects on a Bank of Canada note. The Bank of Canada held a public consultation in an effort to ensure that this commemorative bank note reflects the inputs of Canadians. Five different landscapes representing the various regions of Canada are featured on the other side of the note: the Lions/Twin Sisters (West-

ern Canada), a wheat field (Prairie Provinces), the Canadian Shield (Central Canada), Cape Bonavista (Eastern Canada) and the northern lights (Northern Canada). The design also incorporates Inuit and Métis cultural elements: a colourful reproduction of the artwork Owl’s Bouquet by Inuit artist Kenojuak Ashevak; and the distinctive arrow sash pattern, an important symbol of the Métis nation. The $10 note also has new security features, including a colour-shifting arch depicting an arch found in the Memorial Chamber on Parliament Hill, as well as three-dimensional maple leaves. Starting in June, the Bank of Canada will issue 40 million of these commemorative bank notes and distribute them through financial institutions to be broadly available across Canada by July 1. The Canada 150 note will circulate alongside the current polymer series $10 note, and does not replace it. Both the current $10 note and the commemorative $10 note are of equal value and can be used interchangeably in transactions. The $10 note will once again be changed in 2018, featuring human rights and freedoms icon Viola Desmond. This will mark another historic first; Desmond will become the first Canadian woman to be featured on a regularly circulating Bank of Canada bank note. The bank note is expected in late 2018.

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Second Darkness into Light walk happening at Britannia Park By Melissa Murray mmurray@metroland.com

For years after her brother died by suicide, Jo Ann Donaldson would sit in the lunchroom terrified someone would ask about him. His name was even rarely uttered within her own family. If he was mentioned, the room would go silent. After his funeral seven years ago, Donaldson felt people would avoid her in the small town she lives because they didn’t know what to say. “Now his name doesn’t come up and it’s too bad because he was such a good person,” Donaldson said. Now, she participates in the Darkness into Light walk to bring awareness. In its second year, the five-kilometre walk’s mission is to create a world where suicide, self-harm and stigma have been replaced by hope,

self-care and acceptance. It’s about bringing a community together in doing everything we can to create a suicide-free world.

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“It’s a wonderful way to be with other people who want to do something,” Donaldson said of the walk. Because the event starts before dawn on May 6, Donaldson said there’s a certain anonymity to the beginning of the event, which made her more comfortable when participating last year.

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tendance. The first ever Darkness into Light walk was in 2009 in Ireland. In 150 different locations on four continents, about 130,000 people walked last year all on the same day. “It’s a movement in getting the community together all over the world. There’s something amazing knowing that everyone is walking at the same time around the world in solidarity,” Boland said. Boland walks for personal reasons. Her younger brother died by suicide. She said as time passes, it doesn’t get easier. “Biggest challenge for me is I become so emotional, but that’s a part of my journey,” Boland said. “When somebody dies this way it’s just devastating.” She said the walk helps bring the community together in solidarity. “We just need to have these people together, they need to get out, they need to talk and they need to know that it’s OK not to feel OK and that it’s really, really OK to ask for help.” This year, she’s hoping more youth get out and support the

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The plan is set for the Canada Science and Technology Museum. The National Capital Commission’s board approved the corporation’s long-range master plan for its St. Laurent museum site at an April 6 board meeting. The museum, at 2421 Lancaster Rd., has been undergoing an $80.5-million redesign, and plans were launched for a new $7-million outdoor science park and $156.4-million collections facility at the site. The approved plan includes room to build a new collection conservation centre, a science park and priority roadways and sidewalks for pedestrians, cyclists and buses coming to the museum – all to create a worldclass museum campus that exposes visitors to science. Rita Tadi, senior architect for design and land use for the NCC, presented the plan to the board. Tadi said the goal of the museum’s master plan has always been to define a space for the collections facility, as well as find a way to make pedestrian, cycling and transit a priority. The planned science park planned aims to offer animation and outdoor educational space all year; and the collections facility will protect and preserve more than two million artifacts. Divided into different phases of construction and development, the museum - which closed in September 2014 due to mould and a leaky roof will reopen in November 2017. The landscaping and conservation building is expected to be complete by 2018. The park plans are still in development and will be presented, Tadi reported to the board, once completed. The fourth and final stage, an extension to the conservation building will be a part of the long-term plan, Tadi said. DESIGN

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win Crescent (where a steam engine is now), and wrap around the museum, leading out again toward Lancaster. Parking will be reduced from more than 590 spaces to just over 400 and will be located behind the museum. Overflow parking is to take up space along the road, at the front of the museum. Board member Norman Hotson cautioned the corporation on its shared road and parking space in the front of the museum. “I think you will find, that through practical realities, it will remain a parking lot, I like the idea of shared spaces, but it really has to be managed to work,” Hotson said. “In general it’s a good plan, but I think it is also flawed in some ways and still needs a bit of work.” NCC chief executive officer Mark Kristmanson said Hotson’s comments would be relayed back to the design team. COLLECTION CENTRE

Designs for the new Collection Conservation Centre were also presented and approved by the NCC board, A long rectangular building, it spans from the museum to St. Laurent. With little to no natural light in the design, Tadi described the gray aluminum-cladded building as a beautiful warehouse. The proposal is for a 36,000 square metre building, but in the future, Tadi said there is the possibility it could expand and grow to more than double its size. The main entrance will be tucked away inside a courtyard, aimed at creating a hierarchy that the museum’s entrance remains the more prominent of the two. With only seven per cent of the museum’s collection able to be on display, corporation staff said this new centre project will allow the public the opportunity to view a lot more of the artifacts, including the more robust artifacts like the trains. The three-storey building will double as storage for the museum’s vast collection of artifacts, as well as space for staff to work with them. The proposal includes the steam engine collection on the ground floor, possible to view from a small glass cut-out. Display cases will also be placed at the south end of the building, facing the museum’s future park. There will be large display rooms – used to display large artifacts. “This could bring interest to the space and help create the building’s identity,” Tadi said.

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Now that winter’s freeze has loosened its grip on us, it’s time to turn our thoughts to more springlike endeavours. While the last of the snow still hangs on in spots, the signs of rebirth are all around: the birds are chirping loudly, the first daffodils are peeking from the ground and backyard barbecues have emerged from hibernation. So what better time than now to start looking for that new home? Maybe you’re the head of a young family looking for that new residence near schools and other amenities. Or you’re simply looking to expand your living space, growing out of a tight townhouse to a singledetached home with more property to call your own? As we’ve mentioned before in this space, Ottawans are fortunate to live in a community many of Canada’s best builders call home. With that in mind, there is no shortage of newhome options available across the city. But where do you turn to get your search started? That’s where we come in. Welcome again to Floor Plan, a monthly supplement found in your Metroland community newspaper. Throughout these pages, you’ll find information on some of the latest designs brought forward by the most innovative builders in Canada. Whether it’s the hottest trends you’re after or a touch of tradition, Floor Plan gives you the information you need to make an informed decision. And be sure to check out our next edition of Floor Plan in our May 18, 2017 Metroland newspapers.

STEP BY STEP: Organize your garage and open up space Steps to a more organized, functional garage Organization can help homeowners transform their homes into less cramped, more spacious oases without forcing them to finance potentially expensive expansion projects. Homeowners who park in their driveways may find that their garages have become crowded, cluttered spaces in which searching for tools can feel like scouring a haystack in search of a needle. Organizing a garage can create extra room in a home while affording homeowners the chance to protect their vehicles from the elements. Homeowners who want to turn their garages into something more than cluttered storage units can employ the following strategies to transform these largely overlooked areas into more valuable spaces.

• Host a garage sale. Homeowners who want to organize their garages and make a buck at the same time can host garage sales. Make only those items that are still functional available for purchase, and let neighbors and bargain hunters do the bulk of your organization work for you. • Designate areas of the garage for certain items. Once the items that won’t be going back into the garage have been sold, donated or discarded, organize the garage by designating areas for certain items, making sure to separate items that can pose safety risks. For example, store kids’ bicycles and outdoor toys in a corner of the garage that is opposite the

corner where potentially dangerous items such as power tools and gas cans will be stored. Keep the center of the garage open for vehicles. • Periodically park cars in the garage. Homeowners who are comfortable parking their vehicles in their driveways can improve their chances of maintaining organized garages over the long haul by periodically parking in the garage. Doing so not only prevents the gradual buildup of clutter that can slowly take over a garage, but also protects homeowners’ automotive investments. Maintaining an organized garage can help homeowners make more practical use of the space in their homes.

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• Choose the right day. Garages tend to be separate from the rest of the homes they’re a part of, meaning the only way to organize a garage is to ﬁrst remove all items from the garage and into the driveway. Because items removed from the garage will be exposed to the elements, homeowners should choose a day that’s temperate and sunny to clean their garages. If possible, homeowners should opt to organize their garages in late spring, summer or early fall when there are additional hours of daylight. This protects homeowners from having to work in the dark should the job take longer than they initially anticipated. • Discard or donate duplicate items. Duplicate items are some of the main culprits behind cluttered garages. As garages gradually become more cluttered, homeowners may buy tools they already have simply because they cannot ﬁnd their original tools. When organizing the garage, create separate piles for duplicate tools, placing still-useful items in a pile that can be donated to neighbors, local charities or organizations and another pile for old tools that are no longer useful.

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Bring the GREEN indoors: Houseplants can clEaN iNdooR aiR Gardening is a rewarding hobby that can pay a host of dividends, both for the planet and the people doing the gardening. Healthy plant life can help clean the air by absorbing carbon dioxide and various air pollutants, while the act of gardening can help gardeners combat stress. Published in 2011 in the Journal of Health Psychology, a study from researchers in the Netherlands found that gardening promotes relief from acute stress. In the study, two groups of participants were asked to complete a stressful task and then instructed to either read indoors or garden outdoors for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, the latter group had lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol and even reported being in a better mood than the group instructed to read indoors. But gardening does more than just provide gardeners with a reason to spend some time relaxing outdoors in an effort to relieve stress. Gardeners who raise certain plants may be able to bring those benefits with them when going inside as well. According to an article published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives in October 2011, houseplants can work wonders when it comes to improving overall health, removing toxins from air, soil and water by metabolizing some toxic chemicals and releasing harmless byproducts while sequestering such toxins by incorporating them into plant tissues.

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RiNG iN THE spRiNG with a new bistro set Take a table, add two chairs and voilà: you’ve got yourself a bistro set. Specially designed for outdoor use, a bistro set allows you to soak up the sun and feel the fresh air from the comfort of your balcony or patio. Either on your own or with a friend, it’s finally time to savour the arrival of spring, fresh lemonade or soothing tea in hand.

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Hillside Vista towns going fast, making way for Condo Flats The hottest townhome location in east Ottawa is almost sold out.

Phoenix Homes Hillside Vista in Orléans is down to the last few townhomes. With stunning views of the beautiful Gatineau Hills, conveniently located between Place d’Orléans shopping center and beautiful Petrie Island Beach, Hillside Vista is urban living only steps from hundreds of shops and restaurants as well as trails and gorgeous beach sunsets. The Townhomes offer two or three bedrooms and feature a separate family room, open concept kitchen, living and dining rooms, as well as a single car garage and backyard. Only 52 townhomes were offered in this exclusive community. “Our brand-new designs have amazing curb appeal with full brick fronts accented with French balconies,” says Phoenix Homes Vice-President Rahul Kochar. There’s still time to enjoy a new townhome and all the amenities in this stunning community— the YMCA, Shenkman Arts Centre, Medical/Dental offices and Major OC Transpo stations are all within walking distance. “We have just opened the “Highland Corner” model townhome at 500 De La Recolte Private in the townhome portion of the community.” Hillside Vista borders on a thriving urban area with more than 20 restaurants to choose from, near Place D’Orleans Shopping Centre and a wide range of grocery stores, as well as schools and churches. And when it comes to recreation, check out Complexe recreatif Ray Friel Recreation Complex or nearby White Sands Golf Course & Practice Centre, Orleans Bowling Centre, Millenium Sport Park, Innes Road Golfland, Landmark Cinemas and other area attractions. Stop in to the sales office 500 De La Recolte Private, Orléans, or check www.Phoenixhomes.ca to learn more about the townhouses still available. But don’t wait long, they will be gone! Coming soon…Hillside Vista Condo Flats Shortly to be released at Hillside Vista, Phoenix Homes is proud to unveil their latest design in executive style condo flats. Equipped with elevators and climate controlled, convenient underground parking, the five buildings with 18 units each, 90 units in total, are the center of a phased-in condominium community plan. Condo flats will start in the low $200,000’s, reflecting the latest in affordable design and high quality construction. The condo flats at Hillside Vista are three storeys, with six units per floor. They feature one or two large carpeted bedrooms with an ensuite bathroom off the master, bright and spacious open concept living room/ dining room with hardwood floors, large kitchen with island, a den and laundry/utility room. Each unit will have one parking space in the garage, with additional outside space available for purchase. All but two units per building will have spacious private balconies, and corner units have unique balconies with panoramic views. Central air is included in all units and appliances will be included for a limited number of first units sold. Condo flats offer convenient, single floor living complete with in-unit laundry, ideal for someone looking for a very cost effective alternative to bungalow living. “Hillside Vista Flats are very affordable and have the benefit of a heated garage and elevator access that you would pay much more for in a larger condominium building. You also have a more intimate living scenario with a chance to really get to know your neighbour.” The Hillside Vista community features a community park including gazebo and picnic area, all only

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“Ottawa home design is really starting to get exciting,” he said. “It is changing faster than ever before, fueled by a new generation of buyers.” The DCR/Phoenix Group of Companies is proud of the major role it has played since 1988, shaping the face of Canada’s Capital through its numerous innovative housing, commercial, and land development projects, and plans to continue this tradition of quality well into the future. Check out www.Phoenixhomes.ca for the latest information on the remaining townhomes as well as to register for information on the upcoming Flats.

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Things to consider before DOWNSIZING your home The decision to downsize a home is often bittersweet. Many couples who downsize their homes do so after raising a family. A home might be filled with memories, but downsizing a home helps couples save more money, and that financial flexibility often allows men and women to more fully enjoy their retirement. But in spite of the financial impact of

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When downsizing to a smaller home, many couples realize their current furniture is unlikely to ﬁt into a smaller home. That means couples will have to sell or donate their current furniture and then buy all new items for their new home. If it’s been a while since you purchased new furniture, you might be in for some sticker shock on your ﬁrst visit to the furniture store. Another thing to consider regarding your furniture is which items you simply can’t live without.

When downsizing to a smaller home, many couples move out of the suburbs and into cities or towns with more ready access to culture and restaurants. While that accessibility is great, grandparents may ﬁnd that it comes at the cost of less time with their grandchildren. That’s a steep price to pay for doting grandparents, and it may also impact your children if they frequently rely on grandma and grandpa for babysitting. Before downsizing, consider if you’re willing to move further away from your family.

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Have a clunky TV or computer monitor that’s taking up space? If so, you could help River Ward preserve its title as the city’s reigning e-waste collector. “I’m happy to report that River Ward had the highest ewaste collection in the city last year. We are No. 1 in the city,” said River Coun. Riley Brockington, who is again hosting an e-waste collection drop-off during his second annual ward-wide Earth Day celebration April 22. Last year’s e-waste collection drew 325 residents and 22,440 pounds of e-waste. Combined with another collection last August, which generated 15,000 pounds of e-waste, that secured the ward’s eco-title. “This gets diverted from our landfill and gets recycled and reused,” Brockington said of the electronic waste that is collected. The theme of the upcoming Earth Day celebration, which takes place at the Hunt Club-Riverside Park Community Centre, will be “get energy smart.” An expert from Tucker House will offer a host of options that people can easily do to conserve energy at home. “It’s just about sharing tips and pointers (that you can apply) within your house or apartment to educe energy. I think it’s pretty relevant,” Brockington said. In addition to helping out the Earth, the information can also help save residents money. “The No. 1 way to actually fight climate change is actually conserve the amount and reduce the amount that we consume to begin with,” he said. “Earth Day is an important

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The theme of the second-annual River Ward Earth Day celebration, which takes place on April 22, will be ‘get energy smart.’ The event, hosted by River Coun. Riley Brockington, will feature an e-waste drop-off, a tutorial on how to conserve energy at home, as well as a trade show of about two-dozen environmental organizations. event to recognize and to host, but we need to take what we learn and put it into practice year-round,” Brockington explained. “Because we do have an impact on the Earth and we need to be good stewards of this planet and we need to understand different ways to reduce our part to reduce our impact while we’re here.” About two-dozen environmental groups will take part. Other guests will include Mayor Jim Watson, Ottawa-Centre MPP Yasir Naqvi, Ottawa South MPP John Fraser, and Capital Coun. David Chernushenko, chairs of the city’s environment committee. One of the highlights of Brockington’s Earth Day festivities last year was a tour of the nearby McCarthy Woods led by a local arborist. That won’t be on the agenda this year, but Brockington said it may return in 2018 “with a different focus on the woods.”

Residents who come out to the April 22 event can also expect to learn the winners of the ward’s inaugural Earth Day essay contest for area students in Grades 7, 8 and 9. Kids were asked to submit entries themed around ‘Sustainable Ottawa in 2067’, which explored their vision of what a sustainable Ottawa will look like in 50 years. Hydro Ottawa is supplying the cash awards. “There’s a lot of good work going on in our schools, and yet the community sometimes doesn’t have any idea what’s going in the schools,” Brockington said of the value of showcasing the vision and ideas of young people on a larger public platform. River Ward’s Earth Day celebration takes place April 22, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Hunt Club-Riverside Park Community Centre, located at 3320 Paul Anka Dr. Light refreshments will be served.

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Therefore, each of four possible LRT routes from Bayshore to Moodie – and later to Kanata – involves either bus or train access from the main transit corridor to the future home of DND. The most likely of the three LRT routes has a straight shot from Lincoln Fields to Kanata with stops along the corridor at Bayshore and Moodie stations, and bus connections between Moodie station and the DND campus. The other options include variations of LRT diverting from the main corridor to the DND campus or to a station on Moodie Drive located somewhat off of the main corridor, slightly closer to the new Defence headquarters. “The preferred network option is option one, which involves no throw-away capital cost and has the least cost to implement initially,” Wheeler said. “Through riders that are trying to get downtown are also not affected by a diverting the line to DND.” Wheeler told residents at the meeting that earlier in March, council approved a motion to look at opportunities for a parkand-ride at the new Moodie LRT station. The motion directs staff to consult the owners of large tracts of land in the immediate vicinity, explore leasing opportunities with the NCC and report back to the finance and development committee of council by the end of 2017. “That motion was passed by council and we are now at the very preliminary stages of looking at commuter parking at this location,” he said of the future Moodie station. Wheeler said staff would update residents on their progress and outline a commuter parking strategy for Moodie in the next public meeting in June. During a question period following the presentation, residents raised concerns about the city building a park-and-ride on NCC land and about the impact of a park-and-ride on traffic on nearby Corkstown Road. Bay Ward Coun. Mark Taylor also expressed apprehension about a park-and-ride near Moodie Drive and Corkstown Road. “I’m not a huge fan of having a park-and-ride there,” he said, explaining he feels it’s best for commuters to board public

transit as close to their homes as possible. “I’m cognizant of the fact that there’s a lot of NCC land here that would be in play, and they’re generally not a fan of parking lots on their land,” he added. With the release of the federal budget on March 22, the city is more confident than ever that it will have federal support for LRT Stage 2, Taylor said at the meeting. “One of the very few actual projects that they’ve articulated by name in the budget document … was Stage 2 of Ottawa’s LRT plan,” Taylor said. While Wheeler agreed an LRT stop at Moodie is feasible, he said the inclusion of a crucial light maintenance and storage facility nearby was less certain. “We’re pretty confident that the LRT extension to Moodie is probably doable within our budget,” he said. “Whether we do that and the maintenance and storage facility is the big question. We will know in spring of 2018 whether one or both of those are possible.” The city is looking at three locations for the critical facilities for light repairs and maintenance of LRT trains: one on the east side of Moodie Drive, just south of Carling Avenue, and one each on the north and south sides of Corkstown Road, west of Wesley Clover Parks. If city planners determine that the LRT Stage 2 budget can’t cover the cost of extending the corridor to Moodie Drive as well as building a maintenance facility, the Western LRT line will end at Bayshore station. In that case, the city will need to expand the Bayshore station to accommodate more bus traffic and will put plans for a permanent maintenance facility near the western transit corridor on hold until the Kanata LRT environmental assessment. In the interim – without a permanent maintenance facility – the city would use space near Baseline station to create a temporary LMS facility, requiring empty buses and train cars to travel an additional 1.2 kilometres in each direction. Wheeler said the next public meeting about a western LRT extension to Moodie Drive would take place in May or June. Staff will report to city council again in July 2017.

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NCC approves 50-year plan for the capital By Jennifer McIntosh jennifer.mcintosh@metroland.com

The National Capital Commission (NCC) has a vision for the capital, and milestones will mark the way. The plan, which will roll out over the next 50 years, compiled 1,800 responses from Canadians across the country. The vision was announced during the NCC board meeting on April 6. Respondents were asked what they thought their national capital should look like. “For the most part, people wanted a capital that recognizes indigenous people,” said Lucie Bureau, director of planning and federal approvals with the NCC. “People also want water and shorelines to be more welcoming.” A place of special significance is Victoria Island, which was named as the spot for one of the 17 proposed milestone projects. Bureau said employers have said that the NCC’s role in maintaining the quality of life in the Ottawa-Gatineau

region plays a role in employee satisfaction and retention. “We’ve answered the call to preserve the green capital,” Bureau said, adding the projects will require partnership from all levels of government and stakeholders. While the plan won’t be officially launched until May 9, the 17 milestone projects are available publicly. 1. An indigenous welcome centre on Victoria Island; 2. New and inspired sites to celebrate our history and achievements; 3. National cultural and scientific institutions on both sides of the Ottawa River; 4. Renewal of the official residence of the prime minister of Canada; 5. The Capital Illumination Plan: Enhance the nighttime experience; 6. Shorelines and green spaces will be more accessible and lively; 7. Complete the redevelopment of LeBreton Flats and the islands; 8. Improve the urban integration of federal employment areas;

9. Reinforce and renew the views protection of our national symbols; 10. Confederation Boulevard 2.0: Reimagine Wellington Street and its connections; 11. Improved multimodal transit will better connect Ottawa and Gatineau; 12. Nepean Point: Rejuvenate a key capital destination; 13. Regeneration of the capital forest by planting more trees; 14. Secure ecological corridors, and protect the natural environment; 15. Improved trails and a new visitor centre in Gatineau Park; 16. Revitalize the Ruisseau de la Brasserie (Brewery Creek) sector; 17. Complete the Greenbelt Pathway network from east to west. The plans will be implemented, as financial capacity exists. “The NCC will act as a leader for some and provide guidance for others,” Bureau said. The May 9 launch will include a breakfast event at the

Shaw Centre, in partnership with the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce. There will also be a special exhibit to showcase the plan at the Royal Canadian Geographic Society’s headquarters and former site of the World Pavilion at 50 Sussex Dr. The exhibit will open June 29, and be entitled The Plan for Canada’s Capital, 20172067: A Place for Canadians. Staff will also travel to four provincial capitals — Toronto, Charlottetown, Quebec and Victoria — to showcase the plan in the form of Canada’s Capital Book. The public forums will also include an Oct. 24 stop in Vancouver, B.C. Russell Mills, chair of the board of directors, said the initiative was a huge job. “This plan sustains a deep respect for our history, while articulating broad aspirations for our future,” Mills wrote in a press release. “I am proud of our capital, proud of this plan, and proud of the many people at the NCC and across the country who have taken

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The plan for Canada’s capital from 2017-2067, follows in the steps of other plans for the Ottawa-Gatineau region, starting with the 1903 document, the Ottawa Improvement Commission. The NCC also supports plans for conversion of the unused Prince of Wales bridge. an active and enthusiastic role in its development.” Bob Plamondon, who also sits on the board, said the vision for the capital meshes with the City of Ottawa’s long-term plan. “That the two mayors (Ottawa and Gatineau) are here to contribute is quite significant,” he said of the fairly recent introduction of the two mayors as non-voting NCC board members. Plamondon pointed out that a key theme is improving

interprovincial transit. “You’ll note that on page 70, there’s a picture of a train on the Prince of Wales Bridge,” he said, referring to the rail bridge across the Ottawa River that sits unused. “It’s not our bridge or our train, but it shows we are in full support of the plan.” In March, the City of Ottawa’s council voted in favour of pursuing a partnership with the City of Gatineau on the conversion of the Prince of Wales Bridge to rail.

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Overcoming hurdles Sekou Kaba, a member of the Canadian track team who competes in the 110 m hurdles, made a one hour presentation to our kindergarten to Grade 8 students. He spoke about anti-bullying, believing in yourself and persevering to reach your goals, whatever they may be. The visit was made possible by a grant from a local organization Proud to be Me, a group working to create a community of acceptance by promoting programs that help empower and educate youth. Pictured from left to right are: Chinoso Oledibemma, Jetson Pierre, Daniel Vidal, Sbryana Palazzi, Lina Abdelghaffar, Sekou Kaba, Alaine Blanc and Fiza Versey. Submitted

From tutors to drivers, volunteers are fundamental to the services offered by The Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa.

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Joe has been a volunteer driver with The Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa for just over a year. In that time, he’s learnt a lot about the kids he drives, but also about himself. Previously a school bus driver, he has a lot of experience interacting with children. However, the one-on-one setting of being a volunteer driver really allows him to truly form a bond with the children he supports. “When the kids start to feel comfortable with me, when they start to open up, that’s what I love. They have been through a lot, and I feel lucky to play that small part in their journey.”

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Darling (ID# A199596) Meet Darling, a sweet bunny looking to hop into her forever home. Darling is a curious bunny who’d love a home with lots of space to exercise and explore. She’s very playful and she loves to toss around paper towel tubes. Darling can be a little shy at first. Once she’s comfortable with you, she will eat yummy treats right out of your hand! Rabbits like Darling are social and intelligent animals that make great pets. Are you the one Darling has been waiting for? For more information on Darling 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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Pets & Kids: Life Lessons Through Pet Ownership For many people raising a family, adding an animal into the mix can be a somewhat daunting idea. The mere prospect has many parents contemplating more work, more noise, and more mess. However, many of us who have had pets as kids or have raised kids with pets in the household know that it can make a lasting positive impact on the life of a child, and make all of the hard work, added hullabaloo, and extra mess well worth it. To start, a child with a pet regularly exercises compassion; they learn to love and care for something other than themselves and their immediate family. Understanding that their pet has an inner world of their own, with complex feelings and emotions, can be an invaluable tool in gaining emotional intelligence and can help children grow up to be kind and empathetic adults. Families who have pets naturally tend to lead a more active lifestyle. The healthy habits kids learn at a young age (like getting out for regular walks with Fido) stick with them throughout their whole lives. Children who grow up with pets also have a unique opportunity to take on a special kind of responsibility. Caring for a pet teaches them that the most enjoyable things in life often require commitment and a lot of work — but that the benefits are immeasurable. Perhaps the most meaningful benefit to a child, is that a pet can be a source of comfort and be a best friend. It can be a child’s silver lining after a difficult day, or help them partake in interactive, exciting play. For children with special needs, a relationship with a family pet can be profoundly beneficial; an animal can be engaging and stimulating in ways that toys or television simply cannot. Many of us who grew up with a beloved pet remember how much we loved them and we fondly cherish their memory. We might remember how we changed their lives or what we trained them to do, but perhaps the most amazing part of growing up with a pet is not what we teach them, but what they teach us.

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With less than three months until Bluesfest kicks off, the annual festival has announced some new additions to the July lineup. New acts include Alan Doyle, Patti LaBelle, Pat Travers, Sari Schorr, Yonatan Gat and Red Young. Since the initial launch, a slew of artists has come on board. These include, the Zombies, REZZ, Arum Rae, Jack Semple, Tim Hicks, Delicate Steve, the Glorious Sons, Busty and the Bass, Hamish Anderson and Taylor Knox.

Featured local acts include Pony Girl, Blast from the Sun, Taylor Angus, Rebecca Noelle, Townes, Jessica Pearson and the East Wind, How Far to Mexico, the Riot Police and more. Among those artists announced in February were Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Muse, P!nk, LCD Soundsystem, Flume, Toby Keith, 50 Cent, Jake Owen, Melissa Etheridge, Tegan and Sara, Brandi Carlile and more. The 10-day festival kicks off July 6 at LeBreton Flats. For tickets and the full schedule of performers, visit www.ottawabluesfest.ca.

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River Ward residents and guests are invited to my annual Earth Day event at the Hunt Club Riverside Park Community Centre, 3320 Paul Anka Drive, from 2-4pm this Saturday, April 22. Close to two dozen environmental organizations will be on hand, with Mayor Watson, other local elected reps and our guest speaker from Tucker House. A draw for a pair of tickets to Toronto on Via Rail will also take place, as well as the inaugural essay contest winner will be declared. Junk that Funk, an e-waste recycling company will be on hand from 9am-4pm to receive your electronics waste. The drop-off is free. Please no garbage, hazardous waste or leaf-yard waste, just electronics. Earth Day School Tour On Friday, April 21, I will be meeting with primary students at W.E. Gowling Public School, General Vanier Public School and Holy Cross Catholic School in advance of Earth Day, which is on Saturday, April 22. We will talk about how we can be better stewards in our community and help protect our earth for their generation, and generations to come. Slow Down for Us Signs Now that the snow is gone, I would like to remind residents that I have ‘Slow Down for Us’ lawn signs available for posting on residential properties. If you are interested in a sign, contact Shannon at Shannon.Hall@Ottawa.ca. They are available for pickup from the Ward Office in the Hunt Club-Riverside Park Community Centre or we will have one delivered to your front door. The signs help remind motorists that there are children in the community and to mind their speed on local streets. New Trees for River Ward The City’s Forestry Department will commence its spring planting program as of May 1 and will run until the third week of June. This includes tree planting in parks, at City facilities, and along streets on the City’s right of way. River Ward will be receiving over 10,000 new trees, many to replace trees that were removed this past winter along the Airport Parkway due to emerald ash borer infestation. When a tree planting is scheduled on City property adjacent to a residence, individual notifications will be provided to the resident in advance of planting. Free Cooking Classes Free cooking classes take place on Wednesdays from 1-3pm in the kitchen at the Bellevue Community Centre, 1475 Caldwell Ave. Women’s classes are every first and third week, and Men’s classes are every second and fourth week. Call the Caldwell Family Centre at 613-728-1800 for more information. City-wide Open Air Fire Ban in Effect Ottawa Fire Services has enacted a city-wide fire ban to prevent the rapid spread of fire due to grass and brush fires. This ban will remain in place until conditions improve and the green grass starts to show through dead tall grass. Certain periods in the year create conditions that make even controlled burning dangerous, and this risk can quickly lead to fast and uncontrolled spread of fire. All open air fires are prohibited during a fire ban, including for those properties that have an Open Air Fire Permit. This ban applies to agricultural burns, brush pile burns, as well as campfires. There will be zero tolerance enforcement during the fire ban.

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THIS WEEK’S PUZZLE ANSWERS IN NEXT WEEKS ISSUE.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You need to buckle down for the time being and get your health in check, Aries. Change your diet to one that includes more foods that supply a healthy boost of energy.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, satisfaction will come from your interactions with others. Take the initiative and propose a social event for your friends, particularly one that involves outdoor activities.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, if you have been dissatisfied with some aspect of your career, now is the ideal opportunity to do something about it. Start testing the job market.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 It is up to you to motivate people and get them to have fun together, Virgo. Express your enthusiasm to friends or family members and others will quickly join in.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, the things you need to get done this week in order of priority so that you can get everything accomplished. Otherwise, you’ll just have ideas swimming in your head.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Tap into your artistic side, Libra. Even if you think there’s no art inside you, you’ll be surprised at what you find. This newfound creativity will pay dividends now and into the future.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, if you are in a relationship or just starting one, you may be in the mood for courting and seduction this week. You’ll only need your natural charm to forge ahead.

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SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, address your anxiety by talking things over with a friend or someone else close to you. Simply talking about a problem can make it less intense.

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CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, getting your voice heard might be challenging in the days ahead. You just need to maintain a consistent voice, and others will eventually come around. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, take the necessary steps to start living a healthier lifestyle. Now is a good time to scale back on extravagance and make time for a healthy diet and exercise. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 The stars are trying to tell you to take care of yourself this week, Pisces. You need to rest, dream and take some time off.

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The Ottawa Orchid Society Annual Show and Sale, April 22, noon to 5 p.m. and April 23 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Need a spring pickup? Visit the Ottawa Orchid Society’s 36th annual orchid show at the RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Dr. Society members will provide growing tips and free advice. Free parking. General admission: $12, Seniors /youth $10. Discount coupon, on web site, must be presented at entry. For more information or a coupon go to www.ottawaorchidsociety.com.

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Friends of the Farm Master Gardener Lecture from 7 to 9 p.m. Gardening for Beginners with Mary Reid. Participants will look at the real basics of gardening. FCEF members $12, non-members $15, Bldg 72 CEF Arboretum, east exit off Prince of Wales roundabout. 613-230-3276 friendsofthefarm.ca/mastergardener-lectures/

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Multi-vendor sale at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, 930 Watson St. from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sale happens in the hall of the church. It’s an independent sale, although members of the church will be selling refreshments. Come buy some LPs and 45s, furniture, garden decor, jewelry, original art work, new items from a self-con-

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