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6-9 | Christine Sinclair

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Editor In Chief Justin MacKinnon Publisher Hank’s Paw Publishing (A division of 2384399 Ontario Ltd.)

24-32 | FACES Fashion

Creative/Art Director Vicky Sun Operations Director Joshua Chartrand features

10-12 | Chris Wideman

42 | Christmas Gifts for Her 43 | Merry Fun Christmas Facts

14-16 | Peter Mansbridge

44 | Top Christmas-Inspired Destinations 45 | The Perfect Christmas Dinner 46 | Ugly Christmas Sweaters Entertainment

47 | Tips to Beat Exam Stress 47 | December Birthdays 48-49 | FACES Time Capsule: 1979

17-19 | Rick Campanelli

52-53 | December Movie Releases 54-55 | Ottawa in December 56 | Top Ski Destinations Near Ottawa Sports

58 | How to Choose the Proper Composite Hockey Stick 59 | Sens Chirp - Turris Trade Paying Off for Senators

20-22 | Antoine Pruneau

HEALTH & FITNESS

60 | Indoor Fitness Tips for your Core Around Ottawa

Communications Director Kelly Tranmer Photographers Greg Kolz Soccer Canada / Jeff Vinnick Soccer Canada / Howard C. Smith CBC Mike Ford Scott Grant Sean Sisk Leonard “Yoni” Sambo Jana Chytilova/Freestyle Photo / Stringer Rich Gagnon / Stringer Cover Photo Soccer Canada / Bob Frid Contributors Kimberley Brooks Duong Hoang Melissa Baumann Kenzie Dunsmuir Ryan Brown Dr. Daniel Harrison Jennifer Davis Jessica Maneiro Chloe Vialaret Evan Childerhose Elissa Bernard Marco Trunzo Cameron Micomonaco Accounting / Finance Linda Zhang Contact 613-591-6093 info@facesmag.ca @facesottawa www.facesmag.ca

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CHRIST Christine Sinclair, or ‘Sincy’ as she is known to her teammates, is a global soccer superstar. She always puts her teammates first, but her individual accomplishments are impossible to ignore. The 32-year-old from Burnaby, B.C., is a twelve-time recipient of the Canada Soccer Player of the Year Award, she is Canada's alltime leading scorer and is currently ranked third worldwide in all-time international goals scored (155) after Abby Wambach (184) and Mia Hamm (158). Christine Sinclair has played in four FIFA Women’s World Cup Tournaments, she’s participated in the Olympics twice, and she’s been nominated as FIFA World Player of the Year six times. In 2012, Sinclair won both the Lou Marsh Trophy as Canada’s Athlete of the Year and the Bobbie Rosenfeld Award as Canada's Female Athlete of the Year. In September 2013, she was inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame. Recently, the captain of Canada’s Women’s National Soccer Team sat down with FACES Magazine to discuss how the game of soccer has gained in popularity in Canada over the past several years, and what fans can expect from the Women’s National Team going forward.

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TINE SINCLAIR This past summer you participated in your fourth FIFA World Cup tournament, but this was the first time you and your teammates competed for the biggest trophy in women’s soccer here on home soil. Millions of Canadians from coast-to-coast followed the tournament, and cheered you on every step of the way. Looking back on it now, what was that experience like? It was a once in a lifetime opportunity. It’s something that, in my career, I never thought I’d experience. When I first joined the Women’s National Team (in 2000), no one cared about the team and no one knew who we were. Looking back on the tournament and seeing 53,000 screaming Canadians, not only for our games, but for other games as well, made it a tournament I’ll never forget. For many Canadians, watching you step up to the penalty spot in the 92nd minute of the opening match of the tournament against China, and score the winning goal in front of more than 53,000 fans at Commonwealth Stadium, is something they’ll remember forever. What are your memories of that moment? I just remember being nervous at first, knowing that the whole world was watching, but also knowing that as a team we needed

a win. But then something hit me. It was like, “You’ve been doing this your whole life. You’ve scored dozens of these throughout your career, but if you happen to not score, life goes on.” But you did score. And the celebration afterwards was pretty epic as well. Yeah, John (Herdman) said it was one of his more embarrassing goal celebrations. He’s never been lifted up by a player before. But it was relief for both of us, I think. You mentioned that there’s been a transformation in this country, in terms of people paying attention to the sport of soccer and to your team more now than ever before. Much of that started with the London 2012 Olympics, where the team won a bronze medal. You’ve been on this team for a long time, what are some of the changes you’ve noticed, especially over the past three years? I think people care. The one thing that London made happen is that Canadians now care. In the World Cup, if maybe as a team we didn’t play as well in one game, you’d read about it in the news the next day, whereas in previous tournaments, no one cared because we were so under the radar.

And apparently it’s not just Canadians who care. The FIFA Women’s World Cup for instance, brought together fans from all around the globe. And now, for the first time ever, you and your teammates have become part of the video game world as well. You are currently on the cover of FIFA 16 by EA Sports, alongside Lionel Messi. How does that feel? It’s just one of those things you never think is going to happen. My brother and I grew up playing video games. It’s pretty cool seeing the growth of the women’s game to the point where now EA Sports includes us in a video game. It’s pretty neat, I’m not going to lie. You’ve never been one to seek the spotlight, but obviously you’ve always taken your responsibilities as a role model very seriously, in particular when it comes to helping young people. You’re currently in Ottawa to promote “Strive 4 Excellence”. What can you tell us about this soccer camp? Strive 4 Excellence is a company that myself and Karina LeBlanc, Diana Matheson, and Rhian Wilkinson started soon after the London 2012 Olympics. We had the idea that we couldn’t let a moment like this go by and slip. One of our goals heading

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“LOOKING BACK ON THE TOURNAMENT AND SEEING 53,000 SCREAMING CANADIANS, NOT ONLY FOR OUR GAMES, BUT FOR OTHER GAMES AS WELL, MADE IT A TOURNAMENT I’LL NEVER FORGET.”

into London was to change the sport here in Canada. Part of that involves reaching out to as many kids as you can and impacting them in the best way possible. So, as a group, we’ve sort of tried to go across the country and influence and impact as many kids as possible, and that’s why we’re here today. You’re often referred to as the consummate teammate. For you, it’s all about the team’s success, and not about individual accolades. But in your role as captain of Team Canada, what do you see as being your most important responsibility, and what are some of the qualities or attributes you consider to be most valuable for anyone who aspires to become a leader like you? I think it’s wrong when people aspire to be leaders. It’s something that I think you’re born with. It shouldn’t be something that’s forced, and it shouldn’t be something you’re striving to be. I think leadership comes naturally. For me, I’m blessed to be on a National Team that has a bunch of different leaders, with different strengths and different weaknesses. I’m the quiet person; I’ll lead by example on the field and do anything for my teammates on or off the field. I’m not like Karina (LeBlanc); she’s loud and motivating for everyone. Rhian (Wilkinson) and Diana (Matheson) are very much like, “This is what we’re doing” and hold everyone accountable. Me, I just go out and play and do my best. You’ve accomplished a lot throughout your career. You’re very driven and focused. What keeps you so motivated? Just that constant desire to be better and to improve. I want to help this team reach heights that we’ve never reached before, and then to continue to grow the game. Looking ahead, we’re now less than a year away from the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. What can Canadians expect of you or of the team in that tournament? I think the first things Canadians have to realize is that we have to get there first. It’s not an automatic thing. We have qualifying in February. For the Athens 2004 Olympics we failed to qualify, so it can happen. Right now, as a team, we’re not focused at all on the Olympics. It’s all about getting there. Twitter: @sincy12 Photo Credit: Soccer Canada / by Howard C. Smith

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CHRIS WIDEMAN

Ottawa Senators Defenceman Growing up, Chris Wideman never thought he would make the NHL. Sure, he dreamed about it. But the reality of playing professional hockey didn’t truly sink in until he was drafted during his freshman year at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Fast forward a few years and Chris Wideman has enjoyed a hockey career that witnessed two NCAA Frozen Four appearances, a CCHA title, getting drafted by the Ottawa Senators and, more recently, his first career NHL goal. FACES had the opportunity to chat with Chris Wideman after practice to learn about his hockey career, accomplishments and thoughts on his underestimated size. What is your earliest hockey memory? Either playing or watching the game. I grew up going to St. Louis Blues games with my parents. I was a huge Brett Hull fan growing up, so wearing my #16 Brett Hull jersey to the games is probably my earliest hockey memory. When did you realize that hockey had changed from being a hobby, to something you wanted to do professionally? It’s tough to say. Growing up, I just tried to focus on playing and enjoying the game. Having the opportunity to play in college in Miami for 4 years was also a great experience. Being drafted my freshman year is probably the first time I ever really imagined that playing professionally was a possibility. I had always dreamed about it, but being from St. Louis there is only a handful of guys who made it to the NHL. Tell us a little bit about playing hockey at Miami University in Ohio. It was incredible. It was a special 4 years with a really strong team while I was there. It was a close-knit group of guys, and we all stay in touch to this day. It was definitely a special 4 years. I also got a great education and made a lot of life-long memories. After only one season with Miami you were drafted by the Sens. Describe what that experience was like, and who was the first person you called once you were selected? Well, I was at breakfast with my friends and a former coach who was at the draft was the first to congratulate me by text. That’s how I found out I was drafted by the Sens – over breakfast with a

couple of buddies. So we celebrated and I called my parents to let them know. It was a shock, to be honest, but a great surprise. You played out your NCAA career and were part of the RedHawks team that had two Frozen Four appearances and a CCHA tournament title. What was your single favourite experience from playing hockey with the RedHawks? The first Frozen Four we made it to. The support from the school and the community was incredible. Even though the loss was heartbreaking, going through all of that as a freshman and then seeing the program grow was absolutely amazing. The town, Oxford, is only about 25,000 people, but it’s a really strong hockey community. From college you moved on to professional hockey with Ottawa’s AHL affiliate in Binghamton. What did you like most about playing in Bingo and what did you miss most about college hockey? The biggest transition is the additional games. In college you go from playing a maximum of 40 games to the AHL where the regular season is 76 games. The biggest adjustment is trying to prepare for more games every week. But it was a good experience where I learned how to manage playing more frequently. As for what I missed about college hockey, just being on campus. Obviously it’s a great time and the best four years of your life. I made a number of life-long friends and I have so many great memories from my time at Miami University. I was also fortunate to have my little brother and sister attend the same school a few years behind me. So I have gone back to visit a few times since. You enjoyed tremendous success in Bingo and earned the Eddie Shore Awards for the AHL’s top defenceman. What did it mean for you to win such a prestigious award? I think it’s special to win the award because there are so many strong players in the league and who won the award in the past. It was an honour to be recognized with such great players. At the same time, it was a difficult season for our team and it would have been a lot more fun to not win the award and win more games instead. You scored your first NHL goal against Carolina on November 7th. Describe that experience. I was pretty excited. The puck came to me and I shot at the net and kind of banked it in off the goalie, actually. I was so excited. It was early in my shift, and I probably would/should have stayed out there, but I was just so excited and wanted to come back to the bench to sit down and regroup. After the game, I spoke with a bunch of buddies who were really excited for me. The guys on the team were great too – they gave me a hard time, which made it fun.

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You’re known as an intelligent, puck-moving defenceman with an eye for a goal. How would you describe your game? Just trying to play quick and smart. When you’re my size you can get in a lot of trouble if you play dumb and slow. I just try to get to the puck quick, make smart plays and keep myself in good spots on the ice.

What are some of your favourite go-to spots in Ottawa for a pre or post-game meal? We go to Napoli’s Café in Stittsville a lot; it’s right down the street from us. Other than that, we try a lot of other places too but I just don’t remember all the names. I do like to get out and try new restaurants and check out the town.

Any pre-game rituals or routines? What about superstitions? No. I try to keep it pretty loose because I’m pretty forgetful. If I had a routine and forgot something I’d probably get up in my own head. I just try to relax and, as the game gets closer, get focused.

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What do you like to do on your off days? I like movies and going to see new ones when they come out. I live with Stone and Lazar so we hang out a lot. Watching sports, playing video games and just taking it easy. Do you pay attention to advanced stats or Corsi stats? Is this a trend you are noticing in the NHL? I think some guys pay attention to it and know, but I couldn’t tell you anything about it or what it means. I really have no clue. I don’t know who keeps track of it, but they definitely paid attention in math class (laughs). What’s something most people would be surprised to learn about you? I’m 5’10”. Most people seem to think I’m 5’6” when they watch the games (laughs). I`m also a pretty easy-going guy too.

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“That’s how I found out I was drafted by the Sens – over breakfast with a couple of buddies. So we celebrated and I called my parents to let them know. It was a shock, to be honest, but a great surprise.”

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Peter Mansbridge Peter Mansbridge is among the most respected journalists not just in Canada, but the world. With a journalistic career lasting almost half a century, Canada’s preeminent journalist has helped Canadians understand their world at home and abroad. It has been an incredible journey that began from an unexpected start as a flight announcer in Manitoba. The National host has interviewed roughly 15,000 people since he began his career. He’s earned countless awards, including becoming an Officer of the Order of Canada. Peter Mansbridge has covered unforgettable world events like the Gulf War, the fall of the Berlin Wall, Princess Diana’s funeral, September 11th attacks, and much more. He’s interviewed world leaders, celebrities and other personalities. In short, Peter Mansbridge has been the most trusted news authority to Canadians for decades. FACES had the fortunate opportunity to speak with Peter Mansbridge about his exceptional career and life, as well as his thoughts on what being Canadians means.

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When you were growing up, did you always aspire to get into broadcasting/journalism? To be honest, I never thought about broadcasting or journalism while I was going to school. I think there was one time in Ottawa when I wrote to a sportscaster at CFRA named Bernie, whom I was a fan of. I wrote him and asked what it would take to get into broadcasting. He wrote me a wonderful letter back but I never pursued it. Off I went and I joined the navy. Beyond that one experience, it never crossed my mind. How did you get your start in broadcasting and what was your first job? I was in the navy for almost two years from 1966 to 1967. When I got out, I was out west and stayed there looking for a job. I ended up working for a little airline that sent me to Churchill, Manitoba. I was loading bags, checking people in at the counter, and one day I was asked to announce flights on the PA system. There was a guy in the waiting room who worked for the local CBC Northern Service Station. He came up to me and said, “Hey, you have a radio voice. Have you ever thought about radio?”. I told him I hadn’t, and he told me he had an opening doing the late night shifts and asked if I would be interested. Tell us a little bit about your experience in the Royal Canadian Navy? I wasn’t there for long but I went in for pilot training. In those days, Canada had an aircraft carrier off the east coast so they needed pilots to fly those. I got through basic training but didn’t quite make it through advanced pilot training. That kind of ended my time there because I only wanted to be a pilot. I loved every minute of my time there, though. I had a lot of friends who went on to become pilots for Air Canada and other airlines. We still remain friends and it taught me about leadership, comradery and loyalty to your friends. Which of your interviews has been the most memorable for you and why? I’ve probably done about 15,000 interviews so it’s tough to narrow it down to one. I’d imagine the biggest interview was with President Barack Obama in the White House right after he was elected. That was a big deal because CBC had never done a oneon-one interview with a President before. What were your thoughts going into that interview, and how was the experience for you as a whole? I was excited for it. I had interviewed other Presidents but always after they had gone out of office. I’d covered the White House before but it’s never just been the President and I at the White House. It was definitely a rush. Have you always been comfortable in front of the camera? I haven’t always been comfortable. I’m more or less comfortable now but I always get butterflies before a show. I think it’s a good thing because it helps get the energy up. My advice would be to be yourself. It’s when you try to be someone else that you get yourself in trouble. People can tell if it’s natural or not. On top of the nine honorary degrees you’ve received, you’ve also received several national awards for your work. You were made an Officer of the Order of Canada by Governor General Michaëlle Jean, named Chancellor of Mount Allison University in New Brunswick and the list goes on. Which accomplishment to date are you most proud of and why? I am somewhat proud and embarrassed by all of them

at the same time. I mean, you’re talking to someone who didn’t finish high school. I had to work extremely hard to get to where I am today and I’m always a bit surprised when I get the opportunity to be recognized in that sort of fashion. It’s as much about CBC, it’s place in Canada, and the role of The National in terms of Canadian’s information gathering, and so I try not to get too carried away by it all. But I am extremely appreciative; they’re all extremely flattering. What is your favourite aspect about being the anchor for The National on CBC? I’m a big believer of public broadcasting and having this role encourages me to be a defender of it. As a journalist, what I love most about the job is that I do something different every day. You never know what issues you’re going to be dealing with or who you’re going to be interviewing, so it’s never boring. I can honestly say that the whole time I’ve been here, which is almost half a century, I’ve never once thought my job was boring. How would you describe CBC’s “Mansbridge One on One”? What I hope to achieve whenever I do an interview is to have a conversation. Most interviews on television are very short and you end up hearing from the person involved for about 10 or 15 seconds; any longer than that is a gift. When I get the chance to sit down with somebody for half-an-hour, I hope that by the end of it, people really have gotten the chance to understand that person and the issues they’re discussing. Having an honest conversation about a person or issue is essential, and I don’t get that very often in my day-to-day work, so being able to do that once a week is a real treat. From Christopher Plummer, to Carey Price, to Justin Trudeau, the beauty of the show is that I’m not locked down into one particular kind of interview or one particular kind of person. It’s a great opportunity for me and for the audience. What has been the most difficult decision you’ve had to make in your career? I guess, like most people in this industry, when you reach a certain level other people are interested in hiring you. I’ve had that opportunity many times. Probably the most difficult time was when CBS offered me the part as their morning anchor for the CBS Morning News. I was very close to taking it until CBC countered by offering me this job; the job that I’ve always wanted since I started in Churchill, Manitoba. There it was in front of me and there was no way I was going to walk away from it. Having said that, it was a really tough decision. What is one thing that most people wouldn’t know about you? I’m a really funny guy. I say that half-seriously because when you’re in the news business, you tend to be dealing with stories that are difficult or sad, so you don’t get the opportunity to smile often. When you get the chance to meet people and you say something that’s even remotely funny, they think it’s hilarious because they don’t expect it. Some people also think I’m much taller when they meet me. People have an image built up besides your face, so they always get surprised when they meet me in person. You’ve obviously spent a lot of time in Ottawa over the years, what are some of your favourite things in the city? Do you have favourite places to see and visit when you come to town? I have a property in Gatineau; I was actually there two weeks ago for Thanksgiving. I’ve had a place there since 1981 so I’m very partial to Ottawa. My family and I both love traveling to Ottawa and there are so many amazing restaurants and friends we love to visit.

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FEATURES You’ve often been spotted at Maple Leafs games over the years – as much as it will be painful for our Ottawa readers, have you always been a Leafs fan? What are some of your favourite moments as a Leafs fan over the years? Growing up in Ottawa, I had to choose between the Canadiens and the Leafs because the Senators didn’t exist at that time. I chose the Leafs and I maintained that until I left to go to Winnipeg and I had divided loyalty between the Jets and the Leafs. When Ottawa almost won the Stanley Cup, I sat there in an Ottawa Senators jersey, so I definitely recognize great teams. I’ve always been a Leafs fan, and believe me, it’s not easy. I remember the years in the 1960s when the Leafs won the cup a few times, which was great. What are your thoughts on the recent Federal Election in Canada? What made this election different from some of the previous elections? I think the main thing that made it different is that there were three parties in the running from the start and any one of those three could’ve won if the election was held earlier. After the 10 or 11-week mark, the story had unfolded and it was obvious that Canadian’s were clearly more engaged in the election. As a journalist, the demand for information was high. We were lucky enough to see five debates, although the way they were done didn’t lend themselves to Canadians getting access to them as well as they should have. Hopefully they will start a new pattern for debates that Canadian’s can actually watch. After all you’ve witnessed, experienced and covered over the years, what does being Canadian mean to you? I spent a lot of my early career trying to answer that question. We used to have panels and do polls to try and answer that. Some people would say being Canadian means not being American. When I think of the stories I’ve covered in different parts of the world, I look at the way other people look at and define us. We are often defined as a nation who cares. Canadians are there and worry about the situation of others – we saw it in the campaign with the issue about refugees. Canadian’s stand up and care for others and we want to help others. We live in a bountiful land and we have to appreciate that.

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If you could have a One on One interview with anyone in the world, living or dead, who would you choose and why? I usually say Winston Churchill because I’m sort of a student of Winston Churchill and I’m fascinated by his life and times. But I’d also love to have the opportunity to interview some of the great religious leaders of our time, whether it was Christ, Mohammed, you name it. It would be great to try and understand what they think of the world as it exists today. Twitter: @petermansbridge

ETCANADA HOST Rick Campanelli was a MuchMusic fan from the start. So when an opportunity arose for him to join the team at Much, he jumped at the chance. Throughout his career at MuchMusic, “Rick the Temp” quickly became a fan favourite and was re-labelled “The Franchise” due to his outstanding 10-year career as a VJ. Though Campanelli loved his job and MuchMusic family, he made the switch to Entertainment Tonight Canada to take on a new challenge. Getting lucky a second time, the ET Canada family has been the perfect fit for Campanelli and we look forward to tuning in to see his contagious smile deliver the latest news in entertainment that we crave. FACES spoke with Campanelli about his exciting life and career in at the forefront of the entertainment industry and the experiences he has enjoyed along the way. How did you become a MuchMusic VJ? I was a huge fan of MuchMusic in the mid-to-late 1980s and I lived music back then. I always dreamed of getting to MuchMusic, and when they started having

contests to be a VJ, I thought it would be a great opportunity. In 1994 I applied and they loved my entry. I got my foot in the door and it all started from there. When Steve Anthony left and they were looking for his replacement I just happened to be in the building working an on-air promotion and my colleagues told me to make a short demo tape. I didn’t win that contest but I stuck around. When things didn’t work out for Diego, the winner of that contest, they asked me if I was still interested in being a VJ. My first on-air shift was in February 1996. What are some of your favourite memories from your years spent at MuchMusic? There are so many. I would go to concerts all the time and was constantly on the Go-Train. My favourite memories are interviewing the bands in the afternoon and hanging out at the studio, then going to see them perform later that evening. I had built a rapport with the bands and then I got to hang out with them backstage. It was a cool, different perspective. These days I have to wear earplugs – probably because of all those concerts I attended.

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“I LOVE INT PEOPLE AN SMILE AS M You were definitely a fan favourite during your years at MuchMusic. Is there anything that your fans don’t know about you? I think what you saw is what you got. I wore my heart on my sleeve at MuchMusic, I don’t do that as much with ET Canada because it’s more formal. I bring my toothbrush with me everywhere I go. My father grew up on a farm and I saw the struggles he went through with his teeth so I told myself I’d always take great care of my teeth, perhaps too much care. Do you still keep in touch with any of the MuchMusic VJs? It’s hard, but I do. Not just the VJs, but also the producers and directors. There are actually four former MuchMusic employees working with me at ET Canada now. Every time I go to New York, I try to meet up with some of them. Rachel has a kid of her own, Amanda got married. I unfortunately don’t see them often though. I wish it was like the old days where we saw each other every day because we had such an awesome family back then; they are very inspiring people aside from just being VJs. Everyone moves on and gets to the next chapter in their lives. How did you decide to switch from MuchMusic to ET Canada, and what was the transition like for you? I was on-air from 1996-2005 and I was getting older and having my own family, but I realized the viewers were getting younger. I figured I’d been there for a good 10 years and I should try something different. It was the most difficult decision

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TERACTING WITH ND I TRY TO MAKE THEM MUCH AS POSSIBLE.” because it had been an amazing 10 years. There was another show that Global was working on so I auditioned for that as well. Once I found out that the show I auditioned for was going to be Entertainment Tonight Canada, it was a no-brainer for me. I said yes to that and the transition was actually pretty tough. I had come from a live TV network in MuchMusic, and now I was going to this show that was all taped. I read teleprompters and I couldn’t think on my feet and come up with my own materials, so it was different. The change of wardrobe was also quite a transition; with MuchMusic, I dressed almost like a punk with a crooked hat and now I am in suits and ties for ET Canada. What can viewers expect from ET Canada? We are a family show that put together the latest in entertainment news. The stories are usually quick, typically about 2 minutes for each story. It’s a 22-minute show, so we try to get through as many stories as possible. When people tune in to watch I think they know what they’re getting into because it’s the most trusted name in entertainment and it’s been going strong for almost 40 years. We do a carbon copy of what they do in LA, but we put a Canadian spin on it. People love it and come back each night, and it’s an honour to know that so many Canadian’s are tuning into it each night. What has been your favourite moment so far since working at ET Canada? It would have to be the travel. One project we did was Bond Week, so we were in London all week doing stories, including on the red carpet. Another amazing experience was the Cannes Film Festival. A close second is just stepping into the studio every day. I thought I came from a close-knit family at MuchMusic but honestly,

the family at ET Canada is even closer – we’re like brothers and sisters – and the people here are so great. Everyone is a professional but everyone likes to have fun. Having spent a full year in 2004-2005 as a game announcer for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, are they still your favourite CFL team or has living in Toronto changed that? Most definitely the Tiger Cats are my team, and they always will be. I was actually a Roughriders fan back in the day. I remember Ottawa getting to the Grey Cup; they had a huge lead halfway through the game and they ended up losing. I think the main reason I liked that team is because they had the huge R on the side of their helmets, my first initial. You are the host of the new original series “The Incredible Food Race”. Tell us a little bit about the show and how you made your way onto it. The show is about two families going head-tohead in race challenges and, if they win, they gain advantages in the final cook-off. They cook dishes which are voted on by people in the audience. If they win that they win free groceries for an entire year. There were 6 episodes this summer so there will be 6 families taking that prize home, which is really great. The show is about competition and food so it’s right up my alley. So when the company called me up and asked if I wanted to be part of it I jumped on the opportunity.

limited, I’m nothing close to him, he’s amazing and can make just about anything. I’d have to go with my signature dish that my mom made and I’ve always made it for my family. It’s very simple – breaded chicken cutlet, either baked or fried, with a side of broccoli or asparagus, along with potatoes or rice. It’s a simple comfort food. If Corbin was coming over with his wife, I would probably let my wife do the cooking. She can cook just about any Italian dish. I’d make the drinks for the evening, though. What attracts you the most to the entertainment industry? I like interviewing people and getting to know them. I love interacting with people and I try to make them smile as much as possible. I’m a huge fan of music and people so it’s all right up my alley. How often do you visit Ottawa and what are some of your favourite things about the city? I love Ottawa, absolutely love it. I used to work in a club in Ottawa. Everything from the Parliament Buildings to the scenery, the landscape, the water running through the city, it’s a beautiful place. My wife’s grandparents live in Kemptville. Whenever my wife and I are in Ottawa we try to go out somewhere for dinner. It’s a great city with great people. I took my wife and kids to the Rideau Canal a few winters ago, it’s really cool. Ottawa is really just a beautiful city. Twitter: @RCampanelliETC

If you could have the chef mentor of The Incredible Food Race, Corbin Tomaszeski, over for dinner, what meal would you make for him? He knows that my skills in the kitchen are very

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Antoine Pruneau At just 8 years of age, Antoine Pruneau began his football career. Working hard through university football he has quickly built a name for himself, even being named the CFLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Canadian player of the month this past October. Impressing the coaches with his speed and dedication, Pruneau joined the Ottawa Redblacks in 2014, finishing that season with 69 tackles and 2 sacks. Always striving to be the best player for his team, Pruneau was nominated by his team for Best Rookie. FACES had the opportunity to speak with Pruneau about his transition from university football to the CFL, and how joining the Redblacks and having Ottawa fans has been so beneficial to his career.

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me work even harder in practice, which helps me on game days.

What are some of the differences you notice from playing university football vs. CFL football? Well there are a few things that are quite different. For one, the quarterbacks are a lot better. For instance, if I make a mistake, they’re going to make me pay. The execution of the play is a lot different too. Everything is just faster; the receivers are faster, the execution of the play is faster and the play calling has more diversity.

What is your favourite thing about being a Redblack? It’s definitely the ambience in the locker room. When you play at university, there are so many people you’re close with and I never thought I could be closer with my teammates. What I realized about the Redblacks is the opposite of what I had previously thought. Even right now, I’m at Chris Milo’s house. We all just like hanging out with each other and just being part of this team is awesome. If we can win this year, I think it’s going to be really special winning with these guys.

One of your best attributes is your speed. What types of things have you done throughout your career to help improve your speed? Earlier on in my career, I worked with our trainer a lot and we used a training facility for people who ran track and field. He trained me a lot on 60 yard runs. How do you prepare for a kick-off return? When I did returns in university, to me, it was just an opportunity to make a big play for the team. The way I prepared myself was to get myself really excited. Most of the time, it would happen at the beginning of the game, so I would always try and get the team pumped up. I would always make sure to never drop the ball and to get as far as possible.

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How old were you when you started playing football? Who introduced you to the sport? I started in pewee, so I was about 8 or 9-years old. My father got me really involved with sports; I played soccer and many other sports. My friends all played football, so when I was asked if I wanted to join the team, I did. Football has been my favourite sport since. What would you say is one of the most important skills to have as a defensive-back, and why? Patience. I would say you really have to be pa-

How helpful has the Redblacks’ fan base been for the team? It’s been awesome! It all started last year, even though we were struggling, there was always so much support and the stadium was always full. We knew we had the support and we could see the excitement from everyone around us in the city of Ottawa. On top of that, the people that we meet on Facebook, sending us support messages, it means a lot. Whether it’s our fans in or outside the stadium, they’ve been amazing. It’s fun to have people in Gatineau involved too, which was a big focus for us, so it’s been great. How has playing for the Redblacks improved your game so far? I think my game has improved a lot and the Redblacks’ are a huge part of the reason why. They gave me the opportunity to play linebacker on defence. I think they were a little nervous with that last year but the coaches have helped me a lot. They know that it was a lot of information to take in but they put a big focus on me last year, especially from the moment they saw that I could play a different position as well. I’ve had the opportunity to work with my good friend Devon Johnson, who has really helped me. So many guys on the team help me out, they make

If you had the opportunity to play for any NFL team, which would you choose and why? I’ve always been a big fan of the Green Bay Packers. It would be awesome to play for them. What I like about them is that they keep their players around. They only have a couple players who haven’t spent their whole career with the Green Bay Packers; that’s really impressive. You’ve been able to experience a lot of success with the Redblacks this season and have helped them clinch a playoff spot for the first time in 21 years. What do you think the key reasons for this marked success have been? I think it really has to do with the fact that everyone in this organization is doing all they can do to help us win. The coaches put in the extra time, and when you have all that extra work put in by a group of really good people and everyone has each other’s backs, it’s just like a family. I think that shows up on the field, which explains our success. It’s been said that your favourite football memory was your first CFL start. Can you tell us a little bit about this memory? Well I guess my favourite memory is when they told me I was going to start in the CFL, it was awesome. As for my first start, I was nervous, so nervous. I think I was in the room every day, spending many hours with Coach Nelson to make sure I was ready. I was definitely nervous, but after the first snap, I became far less nervous. It was a big challenge for me. I told myself that I knew I could play at this level and that I knew I could be a great defensive player; it’s time for me to make a statement. I think I made a statement that game, I wasn’t outplayed by anyone. It was awesome, fun and nervewracking. There were turning points when I told myself that I belonged there and I told myself I could do it.

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“There were turning points when I told myself that I belonged there and I told myself I could do it.”

What’s your favourite arena to play at? Do you have a least favourite? My favourite is definitely TD Place. Next, I think Winnipeg has a really nice stadium. BC is a nice place too but Winnipeg still has the second nicest arena in my opinion. Which player have you become closest with and why? Definitely Scott Macdonell. He’s my roommate and he’s been there for me since day one. He’s helped me a lot with my English too. It’s not great now but it was terrible at the start. He’s explained a lot of stuff to me so definitely closest with him. I’m getting a little tired of him now though (laughs). Do you have a go-to pre-game meal? Yeah, I always go to Milestones in Lansdowne. I get the chicken Portobello every time. Do you have any favourite spots to visit in Ottawa? Well it started with the Market but after all of the work they’ve done in Lansdowne, it’s really amazing. I’m there all the time, whether it’s Industria, Joey’s, Local’s, every place there is really cool. I also really like to bike on the Rideau. I just bought a bike this year and have taken my bike to work, it’s beautiful. There are so many things to do in Ottawa. I’d like to visit the Gatineau parks more next year too.

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Twitter: @pruneau_antoine

Describe Ottawa's New Country 94 in 3 words. Fun, young and connected! Who is your favourite artist? That's a tough one, I am really into Dallas Smith. I have also been a long-time fan of both Carrie Underwood and Eric Church. What was your favourite concert of all time? Ottawa's New Country 94 Birthday Bash! Seriously the best concert I've ever been to... not only because there were amazing performers, but having 800 + contest winners was like watching it with a massive amount of friends. Who would you love to be trapped in an elevator with, and why? Eric Church. I met him once but only for a few minutes. He doesn't seem like the type to make small talk, but if

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Do you have any bad habits in the studio? I have a bad habit of losing track of time. I get in there and start listening to music, checking our social media pages, then all of the sudden I realize it's almost time to talk.

What is your favourite song to dance to? Whenever Luke Bryan comes on at a bar, you dance. Doesn't matter what song, you dance. It's probably an unwritten rule somewhere. What is your top turn-on? Driven people who set goals and go after them! What is your top turn-off? People who make negative comments on things they know little about. What is your favourite spot in Ottawa? I am obsessed with the Rideau Canal. I grew up in the country close to the water. Whenever I miss home, I grab my iPod and go for a walk along the canal. It's amazing to have a place like that right in the city. What is one thing most people don't know about you? I was born close to Christmas, so when the nurse handed me to my parents she had me in a stocking! My mom still brings it out every Christmas. Twitter: @bdthompson25

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The Perfect

Christmas Dinner Dessert

Roasted Tarragon Lamb with Butter Beans

Spiced Apple Pie

Ingredients

1 ¼ pounds top-round lamb kosher salt and pepper 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 tablespoon dried tarragon 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 red onion, thinly sliced 215-ounce cans butter beans or cannellini, rinsed

Directions Heat oven to 400° F. Season the lamb with 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper and place in a roasting pan. In a small bowl, combine the garlic, tarragon, and 1 tablespoon of the oil. Rub over the lamb. Roast the lamb, 25 to 30 minutes for medium-rare (internal temperature 125° F). Transfer to a cutting board. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Meanwhile, heat the remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Add the beans, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring, until heated through, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve with the lamb.

1 ½ kg apples (Braeburns or Granny Smiths are ideal) Squeeze of lemon juice 2 cardamom pods or a pinch of ground cardamom 2 tbsp flour, plus a little extra for rolling 25g goldren caster sugar, plus extra for sprinkling 50g pack shortcrust pastry 2 tbsp milk

Directions Heat oven to 220C/fan 200C/ gas 7. Peel, core and quarter the apples, then cut into 1cm slices. Toss together with the lemon juice, then dab dry with kitchen paper so that the pie isn’t too watery. Mix cardamom into the apples with the flour and sugar, then toss to get everything coated. Cut away a third of the pastry to divide into two pieces. Dust a little flour over a work surface, then roll out the larger piece. Lift the pastry up (try loosely wrapping around a rolling pin) and spread over a 22cm pie dish. Roll out the smaller piece of pastry a little larger than the top of the pie.

Pile up the apples inside and paint around the rim of the pie with milk. Lift the smaller circle of pastry on top. Press down to seal the pie, then trim around the edge of the pie with a sharp knife and discard the excess pastry. Make a few slits in the pastry so that steam can escape, then brush all over with milk and sprinkle with extra sugar. Bake for 20 mins, then reduce oven to 190C/fan 170C/gas 5 and cook for 50 mins-1hr until the pastry is golden and crisp. Serve warm or cold with whipped cream, ice cream or custard.

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Cotton Candy threads are thinner than human hair.

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Cotton Candy was introduced to the world in 1897… by a dentist named Dr. William Morrison. Yep, a dentist invented cotton candy.

National Cotton Candy Day

There is less sugar in cotton candy than there is in a typical can of pop. That's because cotton candy is really just made of air and coloured sugar, so there aren’t many calories.

Cotton Candy has various names depending on what part of the world you are in. In the UK and India, it's referred to as "Candy Floss". In Australia and Finland, it's referred to as "Fairy Floss". In France, it's referred to as "Papa's Beard" and in Greece, it's referred to as "Old Ladies’ Hair".

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1 There are 17 different species of penguins and they can all be found exclusively in the Southern Hemisphere.

2 The fastest species of penguins is the Gentoo Penguin; they can swim up to 22mph underwater.

3 Penguins ingest very large amounts of saltwater while hunting for fish. To help with this, they have glands behind their eyes that filter out the saltwater from their blood stream. They excrete the saltwater through their beaks, or by sneezing.

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5 The smallest species of penguins is the Little Blue Penguin, which can grow up to 16 inches in height. The largest species is the Emperor Penguin, which can stand almost 4 feet tall.

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8 Originals Ottawa Christmas Craft Sale

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HEALTH & FITNESS

INDOOR FITNESS TIPS FOR YOUR

THE PLANK

THE SIDE CRUNCH Kneel on the floor and lean your body over to your left side. Place your left palm on the floor and while balancing yourself on your left arm, slowly extend your legs straight. Hold for 30 seconds. You’ll start to feel an intense burn all along the side of your core.

MEDICINE BALL CRUNCHES

THE BICYCLE

If you’re looking to keep that core strong all winter, the plank is a great way to help. It’s simple. Get yourself into a push-up position, bend your elbows 90 degrees and rest your weight on your forearms; hold that position for as long as you can. Feel the burn.

BRIDGE OPPOSITE ARM-LEG REACH Lying flat on your back with a mat underneath you, raise your right leg up straight and point your left arm out straight. Slowly, bring your right leg back in front of your body and your left arm in front of your chest. Continue to do 10 reps and then do the same with the opposite arm/leg. Easy and effective.

Sitting on a mat, sit in a position so that your thighs and your upper torso create a “v” shape. Cross your legs and lower them, pointing them 90 degrees from the floor. Grab a medicine ball and hold it in the middle of your body, not letting it touch the ground. With the ball in your hands, bring it to your left side and then twist your body to bring it to the right. Continue to rotate between left side and right side.

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Lie down on a yoga mat and slowly raise your legs and bend at the knees. Put your hands behind your head and “pedal” your feet while pointing your elbows towards your knees. Every time you raise your right knee, you’ll want to connect it with your left elbow so that you really stretch that core out; vice-versa for the left knee and right elbow.

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Holiday Access for Separated Parents By: Kathleen Wright

The Holiday Season is fast approaching and should be a time filled with joy, family and friends, but for parents who are separated, it can also be a time of tension and anxiety as they try to navigate the division of the holiday schedule. As the Holiday Season approaches, everyone gets busier and it can become increasingly difficult to negotiate parenting time when emotions are high and time is short. Talking about arrangements early will allow more time to resolve any disputes, should parents not be able to agree. Here a few tips on how to deal with holiday parenting time: 1. Plan Early If you already have a Separation Agreement, review it and discuss with the other parent the details of how time will be shared to ensure everyone is on the same page. Some Agreements are very detailed and provide specifics such as the times children will be picked up and dropped off; other Agreements are more flexible and parents will need to negotiate such details. By discussing these details early, you avoid the potential that one parent will go ahead and make plans that may not coincide with the other’s expectations, making negotiations more difficult. If you don’t have a Separation Agreement, the same rules apply. Speak to the other parent now about how parenting time will be shared over the holidays for this year.

as much as you would like, remember that this adjustment is just as difficult, if not more so, for your children. It is important that they do not feel torn between two parents and understand that spending quality time with both sides of their families is important. By showing your children that you are supportive of the time they spend with the other parent, they will be able to enjoy their time guilt free. If you need assistance resolving a family law dispute, please do not hesitate to contact us at 613-722-1500 to speak to one of our lawyers.

Kathleen Wright is a family law lawyer practicing with Mann Lawyers LLP. Should you require more information or assistance regarding family law matters, please contact Kathleen Wright, Mimi Marrello or Caspar Van Baal and they would be happy to assist. DISCLAIMER: This article provides general information and should not be construed as legal advice or establish a solicitorclient relationship by way of the information contained herein. You should seek qualified legal advice before acting on any of the information provided herein.

2. Seek Legal Advice if Necessary If you cannot agree, seek out legal advice in a timely fashion. Disputes over holiday parenting time are very common and your lawyer will be able to provide guidance on negotiating the issues with the other parent. These types of disputes are not uncommon and your lawyer may be able to suggest different schedules that you and the other parent haven’t considered. Your lawyer can also discuss with you whether court intervention is necessary to resolve the issue. Unfortunately, the courts are very busy during the holidays dealing with these types of matters and for everyone involved, particularly the children, it’s preferable to negotiate a resolution outside of court, if at all possible. 3. Keep Your Children’s Best Interests at the Forefront Above all else, keep the best interests of your children in mind at all times. As hard as it may be for you to have to share part of the holidays with the other parent and to not see your children

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DECEMBER December 2nd - 6th Nutcracker NAC

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