ISSUE 46 - Sept/Oct 2017

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14 Where to Go in Ottawa

A play-by-play of this season in the city

25 Here’s How Horror Might Actually Be Good For You

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TRENDING TITLES Local Authors and Artists to Check Out This Fall

54 MOTON HOPKINS

BEEMOFIT Brings Fitness to the Ottawa Community

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FACES in this issue

“If there are negative comments against you, turn around and try to prove them wrong.”

jean-gabriel pageau | Page 37

“My philosophy is that a lobster fisherman, a farmer, a soldier, or a retired school teacher can be just as interesting, funny or enlightening as a rock star, Prime Minister or entertainer. I love meeting them all.”

“As an artist, finding inspiration for a song is like discovering a hidden treasure.”

rick mercer | Page 19

shakira | Page 27

“We got to play in a Canadian city, and once you play in a Canadian city you know how crazy that can get.”

“Some of the greatest hockey players in the world are playing today, so it’s great to learn from them.”

“I try to stay connected because I don’t really think art is art if it’s not a conversation between people.”

“This band is bigger than its members. The legacy we have is important, and we want to protect it.”

nate thompson | Page 43

thomas chabot | Page 49

scott helman | Page 74

simple plan| Page 79

“My dog, my truck, and I have been in every province in Canada. I love every inch of it and never want to leave.”

“To me, being a musician from Ottawa means opportunity.”

“When a special aircraft is visiting the Ottawa airport, I find out when it is departing, and I hope for the best shot.”

“Ottawa is the perfect balance of city with a small-town feel. You can have a world-class meal, a stellar shopping experience, and escape to nature all in one day.”

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rick mercer Canada’s 150 Ambassador

25 shakira

Canadian stops on world tour

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are the ottawa senators ready for thomas chabot?

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montreal’s resident superstar comes to ottawa

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No Pads, No Helmets, Just Balls 15th Anniversary Tour Comes to Ottawa

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WHERE TO GO

SEPTEMBER Holiday

NATIONAL CHEESEBURGER DAY September 18th

The great news: you can skip the dishes on this not-just-another-Monday as you prepare to honour this food lover’s favourite national holiday—napkins necessary.

The better news: tons of spots are celebrating National Cheeseburger Day by offering discounts on their bestselling burgers.

THE BEST OF OTTAWA’S BURGERS These burger spots want to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day with you.

HINTONBURGER’S fresh, local and handmade burgers are on special on September 18th.

BURGER BUILDER will allow you to upgrade your ordinary burger to cheeseburger status for free on NCD. MCDONALDS is notorious for having super-sales on cheeseburgers in celebration of National Cheeseburger and Hamburger day.

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Event

Cityfolk Festival September 13-17

Whether you come for the lineup (which includes names like Scott Helman, Post Malone and The Philosopher Kings), the craft beer market, or you simply find yourself at Lansdowne Park during the festival, Cityfolk is a local celebration that shouldn’t be missed.

MASTER THE CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL

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THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT CRAFT BEER

There are over 70 craft breweries in Ontario, and this number is rising as micro-breweries make a comeback for the first time in three decades.

Until the mid-80’s, the number of craft breweries in Ontario was zero—the Depression and World Wars of previous decades had put pressure on small-scale brew houses.

Quality beer has surprising health benefits that are similar to red wine.

Beer is rich in antioxidants, B vitamins, and silicon, which supports bone and kidney health.

Beer is in dark bottles to protect it from the sun. When beer is exposed to UV Rays, it causes a chemical reaction that gives beer a skunk smell. Tinting the bottles helps to combat this.

Beer from a glass is better than beer from a bottle. There is less carbonation to fill you up, and the glass will allow you to experience the full aroma and flavour of your beer.

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Ottawa International Animation Festival September 20th-24th

Every September, the Ottawa International Animation Festival presents the world’s most cutting-edge, quirky and important animation—and transforms Ottawa into the centre of the animation universe.

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THIS INTERVIEW

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QUESTIONS

How long has Rick Mercer’s political satire and infamous rants been the backdrop of every Canadian household on Tuesday night? Although the show started out as Rick Mercer’s Monday Report, this year’s 2017 season will celebrate 15 years of the show being aired on CBC. 2017 is a big year for Mercer for many other reasons. Topping the list is his status of being named a Canada 150 ambassador, and hosting the 3 hour CBC Special Canada Day 150! from Parliament Hill, which saw performances from across the country and from every province.

Truthfully, Mercer has been an ambassador for Canada long before 2017, and he plans to continue doing so. But, he’ll admit that times have changed in both politics and entertainment—the fields he has brought together with seamless expertise since 1993. These changes are both interesting and two-sided to Mercer. When he started his career, his dream was what he called ‘The Canadian Showbiz Dream’—to make a living at doing what he loved. Now, showbiz is not as different from nation to nation, and social media has enabled Mercer to attend events like the Just For Laughs Gala in Montreal, and meet comedians from all over the world while there.

Today, when you think of his humble beginnings in Ottawa, right to his unprecedented success with satires This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Made in Canada, and Talking to Americans, ask yourself—is there anyone better than Rick Mercer to make sense of Canada’s 2017?

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MY PHILOSOPHY IS THAT A LOBSTER FISHERMAN, A FARMER, A SOLDIER, OR A RETIRED SCHOOL TEACHER CAN BE JUST AS INTERESTING, FUNNY OR ENLIGHTENING AS A ROCK STAR, PRIME MINISTER OR ENTERTAINER. I LOVE MEETING THEM ALL.

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RICK MERCER

Faces Magazine: You grew up in St. John’s, but Ottawa was a huge part of your early career in the 1990’s when you performed at the NAC. Do you consider Ottawa like a second home?

Rick Mercer: I can’t understate how important Ottawa has been to my career. My first one man show was performed at the National Arts Centre. It was a huge break—it led to a national tour, it led to This Hour has 22 Minutes, and it led to the Rick Mercer Report.

Your career has led you to tour across Canada and meet Canadians, what is it about Ottawa that you feel makes it special?

I grew up obsessed with politics, and so obviously Ottawa holds a special place just for that reason alone. The very first time I got a temporary Press Gallery Pass to go on the Hill with a camera and shoot a segment for 22 Minutes was one of the greatest moments of my life. That said, I am very aware that Ottawa is far more than just the seat of Government. I love the Ottawa Valley. I love that Ottawa as a city is so livable, you could teach us all a lesson in bike paths. I love that it’s easy to escape the city and get to tremendous wilderness.

What has been your favorite part about meeting Canadians in your career?

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I have never tired of travelling the country in my career or meeting people along the way. I have literally not unpacked in 15 years. My philosophy is that a lobster fisherman, a farmer, a soldier, or a retired school teacher can be just as interesting, funny or enlightening as a rock star, Prime Minister or entertainer. I love meeting them all.

Looking back on the spinoff show, Talking to Americans, how do you feel this show would be changed today?

Well, I have had plenty of time to think about that, not a week goes by without someone emailing me or asking me on the street to bring back Talking to Americans. I had a lot of fun doing that show, it was a great gig, I got to travel all over the USA, and let’s just say it wasn’t the hardest work I have ever done. I have no idea if it would work now. While I am very proud of that special and I love the fact that it holds up today and has found a second life on YouTube, I don’t have any interest in repeating it.

You recently hosted this year’s Just For Laughs Gala.

When was the last time you were at the JFL, and what made you decide to go back?

Hosting a Just For Laughs Gala is an amazing experience.

I hosted a gala solo probably 14 years ago and I’ve been talking to them about returning since then. I was flattered to have a standing invitation. This year the schedule and the stars lined up. Just For Laughs is the gold standard when it comes to comedy internationally, so playing the big stage is a real honour as well. And boy is it a big stage; the gala was sold out and there are 2800 seats. That is a long, long way from my first one man show in Ottawa at the National Arts Centre Atelier—which was an experimental performance space that could seat 80 people.

In another interview, you had said that you were surprised to see so many guests from around the world, and a lot of comedians who had had their start on YouTube. How do you think these YouTube superstars have changed the world of comedy?

Social media has changed everything in the entertainment world. It allows a kid in his basement in Mumbai, Des Moines or Thunder Bay to get seen. It’s exciting.

What do you think of social media in general?

I can talk forever about how great social media is, and I can also talk for a very long time about the good old days when we didn’t have it. I think it’s many things; a great platform for artists, a powerful tool for social change, a way to stay in contact with people from different chapters of your life. It has also given voice to some pretty reprehensible people who are emboldened by the anonymity of the net.

It has created a climate where people expect content to be free, which means a lot of content creators are not getting paid. It amazes me that people who would never walk into a store and steal a chocolate bar feel entirely at ease or even entitled to steal content.

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SOCIAL MEDIA IS A LOT OF THINGS, BUT I WOULD NEVER ACCUSE IT OF RAISING THE BAR WHEN IT COMES TO BASIC FACTS. RICK MERCER

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Photo by: Jon Sturge, Mercer Report

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I CAN’T UNDERSTATE HOW IMPORTANT OTTAWA HAS BEEN TO MY CAREER.

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RICK MERCER

Do you think politics have changed with it?

Arts Centre, and before that at the LSPU Hall in St. John’s. Now a young performer has YouTube. It has certainly leveled the playing field. People can self-publish and put their own short films, sketches, songs, and commentaries on the web.

You’ve helped to get youth more involved in politics, do you think that social media can/has helped with this goal, too?

I would like to think that the campaigns we have run at The Mercer Report encouraging young people to vote perhaps convinced a few people on the fence to go to the ballot box.

The campaigns were almost exclusively run on social media. I was fortunate enough that I could push the social media campaign on my old-fashioned TV show, and that is still a million eyeballs. It helped launch the social media campaign. Traditional network TV is not dead yet.

What more do you hope to accomplish? What’s next?

Right now, I am looking at season 15 of The Mercer Report. It is still my dream job. After that, I am not entirely sure.

When did you know that you wanted to be a comedian? What drew you to it?

One only has to look to the current President of the United States to see how social media has changed everything. Social media allowed Donald Trump to speak directly without any filter to his base, and that was a huge part of his campaign strategy. If a politician can speak directly to people without any regard for the truth, it is going to change everything. Of course, it’s not easy to build up a huge audience on Twitter. Joe Blow can decide to run for office or decide to tweet his head off on the issues of the day, but good luck getting an audience. That takes time and a lot of work. Being famous helps.

Showbiz fascinated me when I was a kid, but it didn’t dawn on me to be a comedian or an actor. That happened much later— high school—once I started I had a single focus.

Do you agree with the notion that more voices (on social media) has produced a higher level of truth surrounding politics?

What does success mean to you?

No, I would not agree. There are too many “experts” who are anything but. They are simply people massaging or ignoring the facts for their own ideological reasons. Now we have orchestrated social media campaigns designed to confuse people on issues. We have politicians being attacked for something they may or may not have said or done by anonymous trolls. Social media is a lot of things, but I would never accuse it of raising the bar when it comes to basic facts.

What advice would you give to youth today, especially those who aspire to have a voice similar to the one you’ve had throughout your career?

For anyone who wants to have a career in the arts or entertainment world, the secret is to create. Writers write, actors act, singers sing. Traditionally finding a platform for one’s work has been the biggest challenge. I’m old, so when I was starting out I had to find an actual physical stage, which I found at the National

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What is the best piece of advice you’ve received in your career?

It was suggested to me by Lois Brown, one of my teachers in Grade 11—that I was a writer. I hadn’t written anything at this point so it came as a bit of surprise. She said, “You don’t shut up—just put all that on paper and voila you are a writer”.

Turned out she was right.

Canadian entertainers and artists have a pretty practical set of goals I would suggest. When I was starting out I never had the classic American show business dream of being rich and famous. I had the classic Canadian showbiz dream of being able to make a living. The fact that I have made a living in show business in my own country is what I am proudest of.

What has been your favourite part about this past summer, considering it is Canada 150?

Hosting the Canada Day TV broadcast live on Parliament Hill.

Yes, I know there were lots of issue with crowds, and the line ups, and the apocalyptic weather, but it was a great day for me. I was standing on my stage on the top of the West Block and at one point there was a break in the weather and golden sunshine broke through and blasted the Centre Block. It doesn’t get much prettier than that.

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I HAVE NEVER TIRED OF TRAVELLING THE COUNTRY IN MY CAREER OR MEETING PEOPLE ALONG THE WAY. I HAVE LITERALLY NOT UNPACKED IN 15 YEARS.

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RICK MERCER

Photo by: Jon Sturge, Mercer Report

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FM OTTAWA

WHERE TO GO

OCTOBER Holiday

HALLOWEEKEND October 28th-29th

Although Halloween falls on a Tuesday, most places are ready to celebrate on the weekend before—and so are you. There’s no wrong place to be on Halloweekend, but anywhere with a costume contest is most worthy of your attendance.

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Event

OTTAWA SENATORS SEASON OPENER October 5th

The 2017/18 NHL season kicks off in Ottawa against the Washington Capitals.

Concert

ROGER WATERS: US + THEM October 10th

As a cofounder of Pink Floyd, Roger Waters brings their greatest hits to the Canadian Tire Centre on his solo tour this month.

A PLAY-BY-PLAY OF THIS SEASON IN THE CITY. Night Out

FRIGHT NIGHTS Until October 29th

A glut of Halloween-inspired attractions pop up in October, and while only the bravest of us will try them all, choose any one of these Halloween hotspots for a perfectly in-season date night.

Weekend Getaway

TORONTO AFTERDARK FILM FESTIVAL October 12th-20th

A 9-day long movie marathon of over fifty new horror, sci-fi, action and cult movies after dark.

MUST-SEE: OTTAWA’S HALLOWEEN INSPIRED DESTINATIONS PUMPKINFERNO Upper Canada Village 1 hr An 1860’s inspired village decorated with over 7000 carved pumpkins and displays.

FRIGHT FEST Saunders Farm 40 min A traditionally nightmarish farmyard horror story, complete with a ‘Barn of Terror’.

Excursions

PINK LAKE LOOKOUT Gatineau Park’s most picture-esque lake looks even better this month.

Pink Lake: The Poster-Child Of Gatineau Park How did Pink Lake earn its status as the most Instagram-ed body of water in the Capital region? The lake’s unusual greenish tint is due to some ecology at work. Because of its bowl-like shape and protection against the wind, the lake is meromictic, which means its upper and lower layers of water never mix. This prevents oxygen from reaching the lake’s lowest levels, making it impossible for any animals to call it home—except for one type of fish and a prehistoric anaerobic organism that feeds off sulphur rather than oxygen. A lack of life and stagnant water makes this lake the outdoorsmens’ hotspot that it is.

FORT FRIGHT Fort Henry 2h A 19th Century Military fort becomes a haunted scare-fest complete with live actors, creepy special effects and coffin rides.

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CHILDREN AND DIVORCE

SPECIAL AND EXTRAORDINARY EXPENSES AND HOW THEY’RE PAID All parents know that raising children can be expensive. Clothing, food, daycare, extracurricular activities, medical and dental expenses and post-secondary education are costly for many families. How these costs are shared after parents separate is an issue that should be addressed in a Separation Agreement or Court Order. There can be many expenses that need to be sorted out between parents and between households.

Each of your child’s expenses needs to be looked at through this lens to see if it’s a special expense. What is a special expense for one family may not be a special expense for another. Not all activities, for example, will necessarily be considered a special expense.

Of course, these still need to be in your child’s best interest and be reasonable.

What about other extras for your child that don’t fall in these categories? Common ones are cell phones, travel for competitive sports, driving lessons, or tutoring. How these are treated is fact specific and can vary from case to case. Parenting arrangements may also impact what is considered a special expense, particularly if the parents have shared parenting and there is a child support set off or the parent’s incomes are relatively equal.

If it’s a Special Expense, How Does it Get Paid?

In family law, expenses generally fit in two categories: those that are covered by child support payments, and those that are extras or add-ons, regularly called special or extraordinary expenses. A roof over your child’s head, food, clothing, and basic necessities tend to be covered by child support payments. Other expenses though, the extras, can be classified as a special expense. Two questions need to be answered though: how does an expense get dubbed a special expense and if it is a special expense, what does this mean for how it’s paid?

What is a Special Event?

Whether an expense is treated as special or extraordinary depends on a number of factors. These include: • What is the expense; • Is the expense is in your child’s best interest; • Is the expense reasonable in relation to the parents’ (and child’s) ability to pay; and, • What was your family’s spending like before separation.

If an expense is deemed a special expense: • •

The cost of it is shared by both parents. Usually, this is determined to be in proportion to each parent’s income.

These contributions are on top of child support payments. This is an extra and, because it’s in your child’s best interest, both parents need to pay towards it.

To ensure contribution and consent, it’s recommended that you and your former partner/spouse have a written agreement to this effect.

This is best done via Separation Agreement or, if the matter is in court, via Court Order. An Agreement or Order would set out what’s considered a special expense, how it will be shared, how this will change if incomes change, and how to deal with future expenses.

If you need assistance with your child’s special expenses and with preparing an Agreement, please don’t hesitate to contact any one of our lawyer in the Family Services Group.

There are set expenses that, by law, are understood to fall into the special expense category. Notably, these are: • • • • • •

Daycare and childcare as a result of the parent being unable to provide care due to work, illness, school; Medical and/or dental insurance premiums; Health related expenses exceeding insurance coverage; School or special programs a child needs to take; Post-secondary education; and, Extracurricular activities.

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DISCLAIMER: This article provides general information and should not be construed as legal advice or establish a solicitor-client relationship by way of the information contained herein. You should seek qualified legal advice before acting on any of the information provided herein.

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HAS LONG HELD SWAY AS THE WORLD’S HOTTEST LATIN POP STAR. BUT SHE MAY ALSO HAVE A MINOR CRUSH ON OUR ROCK STAR PRIME MINISTER, JUSTIN TRUDEAU, WHO IS ALSO AN ADMITTED FAN OF HERS.

Photo by: Robert Erdmann / AUGUST 25 | SEPT/OCT 2017

While Trudeau was in Hamburg in July attending the G20 Summit with German Chancellor Angela Merkel and other world leaders, Shakira used the occasion to meet with Justin prior to the 2017 Global Citizen Festival held at Hamburg’s Barclaycard Arena.

Over the course of a half-hour discussion, Shakira, who acts as Colombia’s self-styled global ambassador, lobbied Trudeau on various women’s rights issues, posting a picture of them and Tweeting: “With PM @JustinTrudeau of Canada, discussing Canada’s feminist international assistance policy, girls’ education, and how we can do more!”

Justin aside, the 40-year-old Shakira’s heart clearly belongs to longtime partner Gerard Piqué, the legendary Barcelona footballer and she has made raising their two sons, Milan, 4, and Sasha, 2, her true priority.

“Everything used to revolve around me and my music, and I was always the centre of my world, but motherhood is now my real job and music is my hobby,” Shakira says.

“It’s been a big change for me, but now my family is my greatest inspiration and it’s helped me rediscover myself personally and professionally. It’s the most wonderful thing that has ever happened to me.”

Meanwhile, Trudeau took to the stage at the free Hamburg concert to introduce Coldplay who sang numerous duets with Shakira while Justin looked on backstage. Tickets to the event were raffled off to fans who could prove their political engagement via such actions as signing online petitions or tweeting politicians on social issues.

At the end of this year, Shakira will be making her way to Canada as part of her world tour in support of her new album, “El Dorado,” the 11th in her career. She describes the record as the product of “a profound meditation” on her life and particularly her love for Piqué.

A vibrant mix of pop, reggaeton, bachata, and accordion-driven vallenato, the record also features the track “Me Enamore,” dedicated to Piqué. Shakira co-wrote all the songs herself, and although most are sung in the Colombian beauty’s native Spanish there are also several English tracks to satisfy her global fan base.

“This is most eclectic album I’ve ever done,” she adds. “I took my time working on it and I wanted it to reflect many different musical influences. It was difficult at first to figure out what I was going to do, but it’s often like that when I begin work on a new record. It’s a bit random and chaotic, but it’s also exciting to mix it up and draw on Latin influences for some songs, and then explore other genres or do something that’s pure pop.”

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Photo by: Robert Erdmann / AUGUST 27 | SEPT/OCT 2017

Laundry Service. She has also earned recognition in recent years with her “Waka Waka” anthem for the South African World Cup (where she first met Piqué) and as a coach on The Voice TV show.

She lives in Barcelona together with her partner of five years, Gerard Piqué, and their two children.

Currently scheduled to perform Jan. 19 at Montreal’s Bell Centre and Jan. 20 at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, there are also rumours that Shakira may add one or two more additional Canadian concert dates in December. Said Shakira: “Canada is one of my favourite places in the world. The people are so polite and I’ve always enjoyed my time there,” Perhaps she will arrange another summit meeting of her own with our Mr. Trudeau!?

Q: Shakira, what makes your new album El Dorado different from your previous ones?

SHAKIRA: It’s more personal. There’s a lot in it that reflects things that have been happening in my life and are almost like pages from my journal. There are lots of sentiments expressed in the songs—things that are very close to my heart. I didn’t start out wanting to do that, but then I couldn’t help myself and I decided that I wanted to share those feelings.

You changed the way you put out the record. You dropped several tracks before you officially decided to release the entire album. Why was that?

I found it more liberating to just work on each song, take my time to get each one right, and not have the pressure of thinking about the album as this one great project. I didn’t want to have this set delivery date to release the whole thing. It was much more relaxing to do it this way, allowing me to just focus on each song one at a time, instead of worrying about how it would all fit together later.

I’ve been that kind of an artist who feels that an album has to be this conceptual whole. I think my fans know me by now and how I like to feel very free creatively and draw on many different inspirations and influences. That’s the only way I know how to work.

What does the title El Dorado represent for you?

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sure. El Dorado has different meanings in literature—it can stand for a golden city or a mythical treasure.

For me it represented the sense of discovery I had when it came to my own creative inspiration and excitement I was feeling in working on the songs. This album is the result of all the miraculous feelings and discoveries I made in the course of putting it together.

Is it more difficult working on an album when you’re the mother of two children?

No, because my children give me so much love and joy. At first I was worried how I would be able to make a new album with two small kids in the house who need me all the time.

But it turned out that I had more fun working on this album than I ever did before.

Sometimes I would be composing a song with my children playing behind me and then when I would go into the studio and it would be a wonderful escape. The studio is still the place where I can unleash all the creative energy inside me and also find myself.

Like most working mothers, do you feel pulled in many directions and experience the stress of working intensively on your music and not being there as much as you would like with your children?

Being a mom is hard. You can’t avoid feeling conflicted. But you find a rhythm and routine that makes you happy. My kids are my priority, but I also need to feel creative and be able to work on my music and satisfy that side of me. You just need to figure out the best way to do it. There’s no point in stressing yourself. All mothers have to juggle their time. I want my kids to feel happy and loved but I also need to accept that I have to make time to work.

Did you have to be more organized in terms of planning your day?

One of the interesting things that happened to me with this album was that having two kids made me much more efficient with my time. I’ve always been the worst procrastinator every time I would start work on an album.

In the past then I would show up at the studio late in the afternoon, take my time to get started, talk with the technicians, not be very disciplined, and go back home to sleep at 4 in the morning!

(Laughs) Then I would sleep until noon, procrastinate for a few hours, and then go to the studio and repeat the whole process again.

This time I couldn’t do that, of course.

So having kids forced me to have a fixed schedule for the day and stick to a routine. I’ve never done that before. My kids have made me a much more disciplined person! (Laughs) Are you a very disciplined mother?

I like to give them a fixed routine. I think kids need that, especially at a young age. I want them to start learning to have a sense of order and eventually learn a good sense of responsibility and respect.

I’m very demanding with myself when it comes to being a very good mother and taking care of the household.

One of tracks on the album, “Me Enamore,” explores your love and relationship with your partner, Gerard Piqué?

I wanted to pay homage to that moment when we first met which was a turning point in our lives. It’s important to celebrate those beautiful times and remember that kind of excitement and passion.

I was also happy that when I first played “Me Enamore” for Gerard he really liked it and how he felt that same way about that time when everything changed for both of us.

You and your partner Gerard Piqué have been together for almost six years. How would you compare your personalities?

He’s much more relaxed than I am!

(Laughs) I can get stressed and worry about things but then I will be very happy and cheerful and forget about everything else. Gerard tells me that he likes that about me and that he appreciates my good and bad sides. That was one of the most romantic things he has ever said to me.

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When Farran Mackenzie begins a genealogical search into her grandmother Evian’s past, she finds more questions than answers buried in a murky chapter of Canadian history: the British Home Children. A visit from an unexpected family connection shines a new light on Evian’s sudden death in the 1950s, suggesting a disturbing truth. When death arrives on the doorstep, Farran must use all her research skills to piece the past together—from the streets of WWI England, to rural post-war Ontario, to Depression-era Lost Villages and the origins of the St. Lawrence Seaway—before murder strikes again in real time. www.maggiewheeler.com

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Local Reads for Fall

The Promise of Canada: 150 Years—People and Ideas That Have Shaped Our Country Charlotte Gray

What does it mean to be a Canadian? What great ideas have changed our country? An award-winning writer from Ottawa casts her eye over 150 years of Canadian history.

“Our country owes its success not to some imagined tribal singularity but to the fact that, although its thirty-five million citizens do not look, speak or pray alike, we have learned to share this land and for the most part live in neighbourly sympathy.” —Charlotte Gray, from the Preface of The Promise of Canada.

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Well, you know better don’t you, as you’ve tried before and all you get is that incessant busy signal, let alone never having won a prize.

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TV&FILM Filmed In Ottawa

The Blackcoat’s Daughter (2015)

HORROR MOVIES

The producers liked our cold climate as the location for this horror movie starring Emma Roberts. It is a tale of two girls who are left stranded at a prep school when their parents do not come to get them for the winter break.

That Hit Close To Home

House At The End of The Street (2012)

Penthouse North

Sum of All Fears

Clown (2015)

Just before she became a household name, Jennifer Lawrence was filming this horror movie. Scenes were shot in Carp, Metcalfe and Algonquin College.

Michael Keaton starred in this thriller filmed in downtown Ottawa, an easily recognizable backdrop is the Wine Rack on Elgin Street.

The Diefenbunker in Carp served as a location for some filming of the 2002 thriller starring Ben Affleck and Morgan Freeman.

This Eli Roth horror movie about a man that put on a mysterious clown suit that won’t come off, slowly leading to some violent outcomes, was filmed in our city.

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ASK OTTAWA

EXPERTS

HOW MUCH SHOULD I BE SPENDING ON GROCERIES? The average Canadian spends $200 per person per month on groceries. So for example, a family of 4 would spend approximately $800 per month on food (not including meals at a restaurant). Some financial experts recommend spending 10-15% of your income on food, however, I think this will vary greatly from household to household depending on preferences and any special diets. I think there is no perfect answer to this question because spending money on healthy food is invaluable. Eating healthy will increase your energy and concentration and has way bigger payoffs than spending money on cable tv, for example.

SOME WAYS TO SAVE MONEY ON YOUR GROCERY BUDGET: • • • • • • • •

Buy locally and in season Buy in bulk when possible and freeze Buy less meat and focus on plant based proteins for a few meals When purchasing meat, choose bone-in or chicken thighs instead of breasts Make a meal plan and stick to it Eat out at restaurants less Buy more whole food and less prepared foods See where else in your budget you can cut back on to allow more money for health—for example: cable tv, internet service, the newest cellphone or iPad, cars, clothes, etc.

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If you have a dog at home, you know that Halloween is an especially risky time to leave that gate open or food within reach of your pet. Chocolate is not the only threat this time of year—other sweets and candies can also be toxic to dogs or cause problems with their digestion. Indicators that your dog has eaten a toxic level of Halloween candy are noticeable. If your dog seems unusually irritated, is drinking an excessive amount of water, is panting or suffers from vomiting or diarrhea, you should call your vet immediately. If he/she is not available, you can call the Pet Poison Hotline or seek immediate medical attention. It always helps if you can tell your vet exactly what your dog ate, but in some instances this is not possible.

YOUR DOG AND HALLOWEEN CANDY— WHEN IS IT AN EMERGENCY?

Even if your dog does not show signs of poisoning after getting into the Halloween candy, be on watch for any changes of behaviour or in appetite, and for any abdominal pain when you are scratching their belly. This could be a sign that your dog is not digesting what they ate properly which can lead to serious complications, and you should call your vet.

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THERE ARE SOME PEOPLE IN LIFE THAT YOU JUST WANT TO SEE

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JEAN-GABRIEL PAGEAU IS ONE OF THOSE PEOPLE.

On the ice, he is the hometown boy that provided Senators fans with one of the greatest memories in franchise history; when he scored 4 goals, including the OT winner of Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals.

Off the ice, Jean-Gabriel Pageau is a genuine, polite and humble ambassador for the Senators. He is always quick to offer his services for charity events, always takes time to meet with local fans around the city and has a genuine pride in playing for the team he grew up cheering for as a young boy from Gatineau.

We had a chance to speak with the newly re-signed Pageau about the incredible 2017 playoff run and much more as he prepares for the upcoming 2017-2018 season: We have to start with your incredible 4 goal game during Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals against the Rangers. What did it feel like watching that puck go in the net and hearing your hometown fans erupt, after you scored one of the biggest goals in the history of the Ottawa Senators franchise?

Wow, what a feeling that was—hearing the fans, seeing my teammates with their big smiles skating towards me, winning the game—I was really happy. When I look back at it today, I can only remember closing my eyes and shooting the puck as hard as I could; I will definitely remember that night for the rest of my life.

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Can you compare the feeling you felt after that game to the feeling back in 2013 when you scored your first NHL goal against one of the best goalies of all-time, Martin Brodeur? Who was the first person you called?

My first goal wasn’t a game winner, so it’s a different feeling, but I can say they both brought special feelings.

Scoring your first NHL goal is something that every kid dreams about. After that goal, I had about 100 text messages. I called one of my best buddies from back home to tell him how it happened, but he had already seen it, so the surprise was ruined!

You are #2 all-time in Ottawa Senators history—behind only Daniel Alfredsson—for Playoff Goals Per Game Played. Incredibly, you are currently ranked 116th out of all NHL players in history with .343 goals per NHL playoff game in your career to date. To give that a little context, you are right behind Jeremy Roenick and just ahead of NHL greats like Doug Gilmour, Mike Modano and Teemu Selanne on that list. What is it about the NHL playoffs that you enjoy the most, and do you find that there is a much different style of play in the playoffs versus the regular season?

Yes, the season is hard, but in the playoffs, it’s harder.

You are facing the same team, but the rivalry between the two teams intensifies and so does the competition.

It reminds me a lot of playing in tournaments when you are younger. They are intense, but they’re always fun.

Can you describe what it feels like for you, as a native of the National Capital Region, to play for the Ottawa Senators and your hometown team during the Stanley Cup playoffs?

It’s awesome to be part of it and to feel the city behind you. The 2017 playoffs reminded me of what great accomplishments we achieved last season. There’s no better feeling!

Who were some of your favourite Senators players when you were a kid? On that note, did being a fan and a kid looking up to NHL players make you enjoy getting to meet young kids who look up to you the same way you used to look up to players 10-15 years ago?

Alfy was my favorite Sens player growing up and I had the chance to skate with him once. Later, I had the chance to play with him. Today, one of my favorite things to do is meet with kids, to see their smiles and excitement for the game and being able to answer some of their questions. As a kid, I would have loved to have the chance to spend time and chat with an NHL player.

How does it feel to hear 19,500 fans singing your name as they do on many occasions at the Canadian Tire Centre? Were you surprised the first time that you heard them chant “Pageau, Pageau, Pageau?”

I was definitely surprised the first time it happened and today, it’s such a hard feeling to explain. Knowing that everyone is behind me gives me lots of motivation and it also gives me that boost of energy when I sometimes need it!

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It has been written that you were a fan of Claude Giroux growing up, and you apparently did not want to wear #28 (the number that he wore with the Olympiques) out of respect to him when you arrived at training camp in junior.

What was it like playing your first NHL game against him in Philadelphia, and what is it about his game that you respect the most?

Yes, it’s true that I didn’t want to take his number because of the respect I had for him, and because the shoes would have been too big to fill after a good player like him wore the number. His biggest strength to me is that he competes every time he is on the ice. That makes him one of the best today in the NHL. What player gave you the best advice when you started your career? Is there someone that was very supportive to you when you were first starting out?

I would say Erik Karlsson; he is the player that helped me the most. There are a lot of teammates that I’m grateful for and that have helped me through my career, but he is the one that made me feel important for the team and gave me that extra motivation to stay with the big team.

What role did your parents and family play in your hockey career as a kid growing up?

I think the best part about my parents and family is that they never forced me to play hockey. It was always my passion and I have never felt pushed playing it. I remember them supporting me, bringing me to the arena at 6:00 AM, and even on the ice outside at 7:00AM before going to work, just to support me.

What are some of your favourite places to go in the city to eat? Any restaurants you would recommend to someone coming to Ottawa for the first time?

We are lucky to have plenty of good restaurants in Ottawa! I really like Italian food. If you are downtown, I would suggest going to Little Italy to try out Giovanni’s, but if you are in the west end, Napoli’s is also really good! My favourite sushi spot is downtown in the Bytown Market and it’s called Wasabi. My favorite steakhouse is across the river (Gatineau) and is called Sterling. If it’s your cheat day, stay in Gatineau and have the best poutine in town at Le Foubrac.

What is the best thing about living in Ottawa?

Living in Ottawa gives me the chance to be close with my fiancée, all our family, our friends and all of the great people we have met through so many years, all year long.

Which one of your teammates spends too much time on social media taking selfies?

Mike Hoffman - go check out his Instagram stories: @mhoffy68.

Which of your teammates has the worst taste in music?

Kyle Turris.

Who on the team has the worst jokes?

Chris Wideman has one bad joke every day.

Who is the funniest guy on your team?

Freddy Claesson.

Who is the best dressed, and who is someone that really needs to step up his fashion game?

Best: Karlsson – Worst: Turris.

What is the best movie you’ve seen recently?

Bon Cop Bad Cop 2.

What city is your favourite to visit on the road, and why?

L.A – the weather is always nice; great city to visit and sometimes you get to see and meet actors.

Tell us a little about what Marc Methot was like as a teammate and person over your career. What will you miss about him the most on the team this year?

He was first and foremost a great teammate and a hard player to play against, for sure. Off the ice, he was funny, but also a good leader. He helped me a lot to fit in with the group the first year I came to the team because I am French and he was too. So, he made it easier for me!

What would it mean to you to win a Stanley Cup for your hometown, and does coming that close last season give you extra motivation going into the upcoming 2017-2018 season?

After the playoffs of 2017, the motivation will be easier for the upcoming season. We now know how hard it is to get there, and know all the sacrifices we will need to make to get there again and win. Obviously winning is our goal and it would mean everything for our city! Fans of Ottawa have been awesome and we all deserve to win.

You were thought to possibly be too small to be successful in the NHL, drafted with the 96th pick in the 2011 Draft. However, you already are the 19th highest scorer out of your entire draft class, plus you play an excellent two-way game, and are one of the top playoff performers in the League. What advice do you have for young players who might hear the same things you did?

I would start by telling them that whatever size you are, whatever ability you have, and you have a goal and believe in it, if there are negative comments against you, turn around and try to prove them wrong. You can also take these comments constructively and work on whatever you can to be better!

Coaches are there to help you get better. For me, I wanted to prove everyone wrong by giving my best every day and to show that being small doesn’t change anything!

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FM SPORTS

CHABOT AND WHITE READY TO CHALLENGE FOR NHL SPOTS Brian Lee in 2005. Anybody know how Anze Kopitar turned out? Jim O’Brien in 2007. Where does PK Subban play these days? Jared Cowen in 2009. Is Ryan O’Reilly any good? Okay, okay. I’ll stop.

While the Entry Draft is known as a bit of a crap-shoot, it seems like the Senators have finally struck gold with two of their most recent draft picks. Ottawa picked twice in 2015 and it seems like they found a couple potential starts in Thomas Chabot and Colin White.

While it may be a little premature to pencil these two into next year’s lineup, it’s safe to say both players are expected to push for a spot on the team during this year’s Training Camp.

Colin White has seen his stock rise steadily since 2015. He was one of the top players in the NCAA during his two years at Boston College and earned league-wide recognition thanks to consecutive dominant performances at the World Junior tournament. While 40 | SEPT/OCT 2017

When it comes to first round picks, the Ottawa Senators have had their share of swings and misses.

he may not have the high-end skill of some of the more highly-touted prospects his high hockey IQ and all-around game are off the charts.

In fact, some experts have gone so far as to describe him as a Patrice Bergeron type.

the World Juniors that really turned heads. Ten points in seven games and runaway winner of top defenceman honours. And if that’s not enough, he became the first defenceman in the history of the World Juniors to win Tournament MVP.

Meanwhile in Thomas Chabot, the Senators have a player that has completely dominated junior hockey over the last two seasons. In the 78 games Chabot has played since the Senators selected him in 2015, he has an incredible 90 points (21 goals and 69 assists).

It’s important to keep realistic expectations when it comes to these two players. It’s entirely possible that both will need some time in Belleville before they make the jump to the National Hockey League.

He racked up another 44 points in 35 playoff games with Saint John.

He was one of the top players in the QMJHL last year, earning the award for top defenceman, personality of the year and QMJHL playoff MVP honours.

And yet for all the recognition he received during his dominance in the Q, it was his performance at

But if the last year is any indication, these two players are going to be quality NHL players in the future.

That future could be as early as this season.

NATE THOMPSON ONE-ON-ONE WITH OTTAWA’S NEWEST SENATOR

Photo by: Christopher Pasatieria

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Photo by: Christopher Pasatieria

“IT WAS OVERWHELMING IN A GOOD WAY; THE FEELING OF REALIZING YOU HAD BEEN DRAFTED TO THE BEST LEAGUE IN THE WORLD.”

FM: WHAT WERE SOME OF YOUR FAVOURITE

is pretty incredible. I also did a lot of fishing and

WHEN DID HOCKEY BECOME PART OF YOUR

which I am still into. I got to do those things in

THINGS ABOUT GROWING UP IN ALASKA?

hunting growing up and I really like fly fishing,

LIFE?

places in Alaska that were untouched by other

Alaska is such a special place and the size is pretty similar to Ottawa. I grew up in Anchorage and, although it was a city, it felt like a pretty small town.

It was a great place to grow up as a kid and hockey came into my life at a very young age. I was about 3-4 years old when I feel in love with the sport, and being in a cold climate like Alaska it was of course a huge sport that everyone played. It was one of those things that once I started, that was it—my life started to revolve around hockey.

Playing in Alaska was great because the outdoors

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people.

FM: EVERY HOCKEY FAN HAD THEIR

FAVOURITE PLAYER TO WATCH AS A KID; WHO WAS YOURS?

Mine was Steve Yzerman. I was a huge Red Wings fan growing up, and Stevie was my guy and I just kind of gravitated towards him because of the way he played. He was obviously very skilled but he was also good at everything else—he was the guy who was the leader, and he was a winner. He was kind of hard not to look up to…I was a huge fan of his.

Photo by: Jeff Gross

FM: Is there anyone in the league that you like to watch now?

I think there’s a lot of guys in the league that are fun to watch. I think playing in Anaheim the last 3 years made me a fan of Ryan Getzlaf.

Watching him in playoffs last year… just the stuff he could do with a puck, or even without a puck, how he can skate, and if some guy wanted to fight him he would fight. It was a privilege to be able to watch him play every night. Another I like is Jamie Benn, and obviously it’s hard not to root for a guy like Crosby. Year after year he is such an incredible player and huge ambassador for the game.

FM: Walk us through draft day. What sorts of emotions were running through your head, and what was your initial reaction after being drafted by the Boston Bruins?

At the end of the year before the draft I think I was ranked about third or fourth and I didn’t end up going to the draft—I stayed back in Alaska.

It’s funny because the draft was in Nashville, and there was a three or four-hour time change to Alaska. I think I got a call at 7:00 a.m. when I was just waking up, and they told me I was drafted to the Boston Bruins. It was overwhelming in a good way; the feeling of realizing you had been drafted to the best league in the world.

It was an accomplishment and my parents, family and friends were very proud.

FM: You spent a few years in both Anaheim and in Tampa Bay. What were some of the biggest differences between the two markets?

They were both non-traditional hockey markets, and playing in both cites was a little different. Tampa was a smaller city; Anaheim’s surrounding area was L.A and everything around there. Tampa was really great; from the time I was there Tampa has really transformed itself into a pretty non-traditional hockey market.

We got a new owner while I was there and by my last new year’s we were selling out every single night. They’re still selling out every night, they’re putting together a good product there.

In Anaheim, there was already a pretty big fan base because of all their success in winning the cup.

FM: In your opinion as a talented forward, what would you say is one of the most difficult defensive pairs to break through during a game, and why?

Guys like Duncan Keith and Brent Seabrook when they are playing together. Although we had a pretty good plan a few years ago I had to refresh my head about how hard those guys were to play against.

Keith’s not a guy who’s going to hit you into the boards, but he’s a guy who is going to outskate you all night. Then you have Seabrook who’s a hard guy to play—who will hit you into the boards. Those two guys complement each other, and they’re playing against top lines.

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“WE GOT TO PLAY IN A CANADIAN CITY, AND ONCE YOU PLAY IN A CANADIAN CITY YOU KNOW HOW CRAZY THAT CAN GET.”

FM: Walk us through these past NHL

FM: This past Canada Day you signed a

playoff games you’ve played in a single

where you’ll be reunited once again

playoffs, where you played the most

NHL playoff run so far. What was that experience like for you?

It was incredible. Any time you get to

play in the playoffs is pretty special, and

two-year deal with the Ottawa Senators,

I’m a bit of a traditionalist, sometimes I

mind, what was your initial thought on

that they should go with ‘less is more’.

from Tampa Bay Lightning. With this in the new contract?

Yes, he did definitely help. I think that

run, especially this last one. Playing

when I was in Tampa, to already know

against Calgary—even though we swept them—it didn’t really feel like a sweep

because every game was tight. That was a much closer series than it looked. We

got to play in a Canadian city, and once you play in a Canadian city you know how crazy that can get. Moving onto

Edmonton it was the same thing; that

was a hard, hard series. It was physical, there was no space, it was tough. That

series was very special because of game 5. We were down three goals with three minutes left and we came back and

ended up winning in double overtime. I

don’t think I’ll ever experience that again.

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change about the NHL?

with Guy Boucher, your previous coach

I’ve been fortunate enough to be on a

few teams that have had a pretty good

FM: What is one thing you would

to have that familiarity with him from

his expectations, the systems he plays and just overall what he expects from his guys and how he coaches, that

definitely helped the transition. I’ve said this several times: I think that everyone

feel that they are changing too much, I think 3-on-3 is exciting for fans, but I

think for the players it’s just not realistic

hockey, and I think most guys (even the guys playing 3-on-3) will tell you that. I

understand why the league does it, but I

don’t think it reflects the game of hockey very well. When it’s a team sport and it comes down to an individual, there’s a conflict there.

looked at Ottawa as this underdog,

FM: What’s one thing about yourself

lucky through the playoffs. But I saw a

know?

Cinderella team that was just getting difference, because when they went

further into the playoffs I think the team was the real deal and I think they are

(well, we are) in a position to win this year. We have a good core group of

guys that are relatively young. I think we will do well next year.

that most people would be surprised to

A lot of people don’t know that all of my

mom’s side of the family is from Trinidad.

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THOMAS

CHABOT SENS PROSPECT DOMINATES JUNIOR HOCKEY

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AS ANY SENATORS FAN WOULD AGREE WITH, THE SENATORS MANAGEMENT TEAM HAS DONE AN EXCELLENT JOB OF LINING UP SOME TOP PROSPECTS, ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU THINK OF DEFENSEMAN THOMAS CHABOT. BORN IN SAINTE-MARIE, QUEBEC, CHABOT HAS QUICKLY BECOME A WELLKNOWN NAME IN THE NHL PROSPECT WORLD. STANDING AT ROUGHLY 6’2 AND WEIGHING IN AROUND 180LBS, SENATORS MANAGEMENT IS EAGER TO SEE WHAT CHABOT CAN BRING TO THE TABLE. AND JUST AS EAGERLY IS CHABOT LOOKING TO CRACK THE LINE-UP WITH HIS INCREDIBLE PLAY-MAKING ABILITIES, SPEED AND THE ABILITY TO DELIVER SOLID DEFENSIVE BODY-CHECKS ON ANY GIVEN PLAY.

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FM: What are some of your favourite memories from growing up in Sainte-Marie, Quebec, and how early did hockey come into your life?

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EVER SINCE I WAS A YOUNG KID, I’VE ALWAYS WANTED TO PLAY HOCKEY IN THE NHL ONE DAY.

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THOMAS CHABOT

Well obviously, growing up there was great. It’s a really small town, so there weren’t a lot of people around.

My dad played hockey his entire life, maybe until he was about 45 years old. Then, his age kind of came into play; he started getting injuries and whatnot. My brother was 4 years older than me, and like any younger brother in life, you always want to be like your older brother. I was following in his footsteps. We were fortunate enough to have an outdoor rink that was about a thirty-second walk from our house. I started skating there at first and then it eventually became a passion for me.

FM: As a kid, who were some of your favourite NHL players to watch, and what about nowadays?

As a kid there’s always a few. Joe Sakic was one guy I loved, Al McGinnis too. When I was younger, I loved guys with hard slap-shots, so that’s why I started to like him. Nowadays, I’m just trying to watch as much NHL as I can. I am trying to keep learning by watching other players, like Erik Karlsson, Duncan Keith, etc. Some of the greatest hockey players in the world are playing today, so it’s great to learn from them.

FM: You’ve spent the majority of your junior years playing with the St. John Sea Dogs of the QMJHL. What was that experience like for you, and how did your time there improve your overall game and performance?

It improved my game a lot. My 16-year-old year was great. Since Paul Boutaneer came in to St. John to help the defenceman out, that’s when everything changed on and off the ice. I grew a lot as a person. Being from St. Marie, no one speaks English, so getting drafted in the QMJHL was huge for me, and it was a big step. Going there as a kid and coming out as a young man was a great experience for me.

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FM: Walk us through the 2015 NHL draft day. Selected by the Ottawa Senators in the 1st round, 18th overall. What sorts of emotions ran through your head after realizing you had become an Ottawa Senator, and what was your initial reaction?

Like anyone would tell you, draft day was unbelievable; it’s a dream come true. Ever since I was a young kid, I’ve always wanted to play hockey in the NHL one day. It really was a dream come true. Obviously, I want to help the Sens. I’m a good defenseman who can skate and move the puck well. Over the past few years, I’ve been working a lot on my defensive part of the game, which is important for the NHL. I’m going to continue giving it my all.

FM: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given in your career so far, and how did it inspire/affect you?

There’s some everywhere. Here in camp, we always get great pieces of advice from the speakers, from the coaches…from everyone really. My life has revolved around hockey ever since I

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was a little kid, and even after I played some of my worst games ever, my dad would always tell me to make sure that I keep having fun. It’s important to go out there and just have fun. In certain moments, you sometimes forget what’s important but at the end of the day, hockey is only a game and it’s important to have fun.

FM: What are you looking forward to most in the upcoming year?

Well obviously, what I’m looking forward to most is my first year in pro. After 4 years in St. John’s playing junior, it’s going to be much different now, wherever I go. Whether it’s in Belleville, or here in Ottawa, it’s going to be a huge change. Living on my own, no parents; it’s going to be a fun year.

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HEALTH/FITNESS

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Layering Up You should start your run being a little cold. This helps to give your body time to warm up as you run.

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MOTON HOPKINS III Moton is a certified personal trainer who recently retired as a professional football player from the CFL (Canadian Football League) after seven years. Health and fitness has always been a part of his life, and is a passion of his. In 2005, Moton won the title of Texas High School Powerlifting Association Division III 242lb State Champion, and is still the record holder for deadlift 645lbs.

Having been trained by some of the best strength and conditioning professionals in North America, health and fitness has been ingrained in Moton’s lifestyle and way of thinking.

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Moton Hopkins and Rebecca Rizk Aim to Show the Importance of Health & Fitness to Ottawa WHAT THE HECK IS BEEMOFIT?!

BeeMoFit started out as a way for us to help our parents, friends, and family get into better shape and live healthier with a higher quality of life. We started an Instagram page (@ BeeMoFit95) a while back, as a way to reach out and inform people we know in the Ottawa and San Antonio communities on healthy eating, some of our favorite exercises, to show them ways to be more active, and as a motivational tool to inspire others to begin living healthier lifestyles.

The combination of our backgrounds and passion for health and fitness has created a unique dynamic which has manifested as BEEMOFIT!

REBECCA RIZK Rebecca is completing her doctorate degree in Chiropractic—her love and passion to help educate and treat others pushed her towards the medical field, which, combined with her belief in natural and holistic health and healing, made the Chiropractic profession the perfect fit. She also has a sports and fitness background having played competitive hockey in Canada.

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Remember, we don’t have to be ill or plagued with something to visit a doctor or start preventive measures to ensure our health. Many of these health conditions can be developed over years and years of bad nutrition, lack of exercise, and bad habits (alcohol use, smoking, etc.). We are taught at a young age that budgeting and saving money can help build for our future, but there is a lack of stress put on health, fitness, and nutrition at a young age which are the most important components in our lives that help shape or future. It is the best investment you can

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THE STYLE ADVICE OF THE SEASON Ottawa label Zargara is in it’s 5th season (Be Your Own Kind), with hand-made, high fashion inspired garments for men and women that are perfect for fall. Shop online (babesandgents.com) or at 179 George St. model: @jediah.b photographer: @the.architxct clothing: Zargara

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THE STRUCTURED BAG

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Fall calls for a refresh on your everyday bag—because you’ll likely be carrying more (think gloves, shoe changes, books and possibly thanksgiving leftovers)—invest in a (faux) leather bag that stands up to the task. Fall is the season for brown bags; grab something with a structured look that you can take anywhere, and that will stay trendy throughout the winter, too.

One plaid shirt can make a multitude of outfits complete—it can be worn over (a patterned pullover or hoodie), under (a fall jacket) and around (the waist of your favourite pair of jeans). Find your favourite plaid of the season and watch it work for you all fall.

THE CHELSEA BOOT This style of boot is the only one you need this fall—perfectly versatile and high enough to rock through any fall terrain, these boots can be worn pumpkin picking in both the field and the market.

THE LEATHER BRACELET This trend for guys and girls alike works as an instant upgrade to any fall outfit. A leather bracelet offers a little extra to your look while giving you some fashionable edge.

THE OVERSIZED CARDIGAN An oversized knit is a must-have this season—a piece that will be worn (and complimented) more than expected, guaranteed. Don’t be afraid to rock oversized pieces, but don’t simply buy larger. The key is to make sure the sleeves stay fitted while the rest of the knit is looser than average.

MÉLISSA VALES

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YOUR WORK CAN BE DROWNED IN THIS NEVER ENDING DIGITAL SPACE BUT IF YOU REACH EVEN 1% OF THE POPULATION OUT OF BILLIONS OF PEOPLE, I BELIEVE YOU STAND A CHANCE.

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I FEEL THAT AS HUMANS, WE CHANGE A LOT AND I DON’T WANT TO FIGHT THE CHANGE.

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ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS LISTEN to Gatineau born Mélissa Vales’ new music to know she is one of Ottawa’s most talented young artists. Her new project, The Things I Should’ve Said To You, looks at the experience of relationships in an honest and truthful way with incredible vocals to match—and is being released this fall.

When did you first start making music?

I have known from a very young age that I wanted to be an entertainer. I have been singing, writing songs and performing with my sister in front of my friends and family since as long as I can remember. Before pursuing music, I danced competitively from age 9 to 21 (mostly hip hop but I was trained in jazz, ballet, b-girling and contemporary).

I actually starting taking music seriously at the end of my dancing career, at about 17 years old.

What does it mean to be a musician from Ottawa?

To me, being a musician from Ottawa means opportunity.

Ottawa seems to only be recognized for being the government city. In my opinion, it has the potential of being way more than that. Especially this year (Canada’s 150), I saw how Ottawa can be vibrant and could compete with big cities. There’s a spotlight that’s just waiting to be taken and I’m here for it.

What is the Ottawa Music scene like, in your opinion?

If you’re an artist from Ottawa, I feel like you have to create your opportunities. You might not know this but I’m from Gatineau, the other side of the river (Yes, where they speak French, my first language). Before I started taking music seriously, I had never really had a reason to go to Ottawa. Because I wanted to be an international artist, I knew that I wanted to write English music. I forced myself to go out alone, meet people in Ottawa and find the people I wanted to work with and that I vibed with. I put myself out there and came to find many VERY talented artists. I am still shocked to see how many Ottawa gems we have. For example I met my producer Jeff Sanon, and my sound en-

gineer Trey Timeless. I also worked with Maurice Moore, CGB, etc. and that’s just a few. I feel like everyone is just plotting and we’ll see Ottawa’s music scene flourish soon enough.

How would you describe your music, your sound and your style?

I would say that my sound (right now) is a blend of R&B, Pop, Hip Hop, Soul… I know it’s really broad but like I said, I love to navigate between styles and turn whatever inspires me into a song. I feel that as humans, we change a lot and I don’t want to fight the change. I do whatever feels right at that time. I don’t like to limit my creativity but I invite you to label it yourself. You never know, I might end up doing a rock song too! My only goal is to express myself and to make YOU feel something while/after listening to my music. I want to inspire you to create something yourself.

When you create music, who are you creating it for? What do you want people to know?

Most of the time when I’m writing, I try to emulate my experience. When you think about it, that’s the only thing that can be honest. I create the piece for myself first. I believe that if I’m happy with what I come up with, I will be okay with the response it gets. Even if it wouldn’t resonate with other people, at least I know that I am proud of what I have accomplished.

I know that authenticity and art wins every time. It’s not so much about the notes, it’s about the texture, it’s about the truth and rawness of the music. I’ve come to realize that truth and authenticity is what people want to see and hear. I want people to know that whatever I’m singing about or doing, it’s coming from a real place.

What are some tips for aspiring artists, especially other females?

The first tip I would give to any artists in general is to put yourself out there. Don’t wait for the right time because it will never be the “right time”. Another tip I would give is to stay true to yourself. And to me, it means that you don’t have to be just one thing. If you feel sexy, be sexy! If you feel like being goofy, be goofy! If you want to cut your hair short, cut your hair. Be whoever you want to be and don’t waste your time worrying about what people think. For example, you CAN be intelligent and dress “provocatively”, you CAN dress like a tomboy and still be feminine! Trust me, we waste so much time trying to be someone in particular when we are everyone. Don’t be scared to try new things and ladies, don’t ever think that your opinion is less valuable than a man’s opinion.

What was the inspiration behind your new song Admit it?

Admit It is going to be featured on my project The Things I Should’ve Said To You. This six-song project is about my experience with modern relationships and what I’ve seen my generation go through. This piece in particular explains the “chase” in a relationship. It’s the part when you’re afraid/ nervous to reveal how you truly feel about the other person. I wrote this song about someone in particular in hopes of reassuring him of my own feelings so it could be easier for him to open up to me. I remember feeling so many emotions at the same time! I was frustrated, happy and nervous all at once.

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I KNOW THAT AUTHENTICITY AND ART WINS EVERY TIME.

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back, happy because I finally allowed myself to feel this genuine connection and nervous because I feared rejection. Even though most of us fear rejection, the chase is an exciting part of a relationship which is why I decided to go with a happy Caribbean summer vibe.

What was it like to shoot the video for Admit it?

This was my first music video ever! Shooting this was a blast!!!

This single screamed for visuals. I wanted the video to be entertaining and esthetically pleasing. Most people don’t know that I studied film production for two years in Cégep. During this time, I met a few talented people that I’m still in contact with. I chose to work with director Thom Louis who I believed could bring my vision to life. I sent him a storyboard I put together and we went from there! I choreographed the piece with one of my dance students Martin Gratton, grabbed a couple of my long time best friends and voilà! Being in front of a camera was uncomfortable at first but performing with my friends by my side made me feel at home. I’m grateful that I shared this significant experience with people I truly love. Thom and I spent many nights editing this to make sure it was how we wanted it to be. Shooting and editing this video made me realize how much I enjoy having creative control over my art. Being an independent artist allows me to have that.

How do you find the confidence to put your music and yourself ‘out there’?

To be honest, I feel like my work is never finished but I have to get it to a point I’m comfortable with. I am a perfectionist when it comes to my music career but as an artist you have to be able to let go at some point. You’ll make mistakes, you won’t be perfect right away but you’ll be growing in the process. My advice is to finish the piece, let it rest, come back to it a few days or weeks

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later and if you’re still comfortable with it, release it. When it comes to putting myself out there as a person, it’s not easy but I made peace with the fact that not everyone is going to like me or what I do.

That’s fine. As long as I am happy and that I am becoming a better person everyday, I’m good. Surround yourself with people that inspire to do better and you’ll be set.

How do you define success?

If you would’ve asked me the same questions years ago, I would’ve probably answered an amount of money or fame…

Today, I believe that you can be successful in many areas of your life. To me, living a successful life is to create a healthy balance between areas like love, family, friends, health (mental and physical) and my career.

What is the greatest lesson you’ve learned in your career as an artist this far?

The greatest lesson I’ve learned is to stay curious, and that’s why I study music business at Berklee College of Music. I want to understand it and to be able to make informed decisions. Artists nowadays are versatile. The best ones are skilled in different areas of the music industry. For example, we can now learn how to produce music by watching videos on YouTube, you can build your own studio at a lower price, you can make your own cover art using softwares like Adobe Photoshop, you can build your own website like I did, etc. Yes, there is more music being shared everyday and your work can be drowned in this never ending digital space but if you reach even 1% of the population out of billions of people, I believe you stand a chance.

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TIPS TO CHOOSING THE PERFECT FALL JACKET

THE BEST FALL JACKETS ALL HAVE THIS IN COMMON.

Fall Jackets Should be Timeless Every serious wardrobe buy faces the same trade-off: being either timeless or fashionable.

And if you’re shopping for a fall jacket, you’re really shopping for an in-between—a jacket that will carry you from the first few cold mornings right until the first snowfall (when it gets seriously cold). Because in-between weather is never predictable, fall jackets should be more timeless than fashionable—so that they can be worn from one year to the next. Timeless pieces should last you a lifetime, so don’t be afraid to buy quality.

They Shouldn’t Go Below Your Knees Recent years have seen fall jacket trends scoop below the knees (think trench). But buying an unreasonably long fall jacket puts you into the ‘fashionable’ category, which becomes unpractical for the season. The best fall jackets stay around your hips, and only go as long as your thigh. Try to look for a jacket that can be thrown under a larger jacket if the weather gets really cold. As a rule of thumb, jackets with a basic cut (like the trendy lining jacket) are the most functional and worthy investments for the season).

They Should Be Only One of 6 Colours As always, neutral colours are the best bet for fall jackets, but a true blue, red or yellow jacket can become a timeless exception in the fall that will work from one year to the next. Buy plaid at your own risk—like other colours, it becomes overdone as the season goes on.

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OTTAWA JAIL HOSTEL 75 Nicholas St.

OF OTTAWA’S MOST HAUNTED SPOTS

The Jail Hostel is one of Ottawa’s most haunted places and has appeared on the show, The Girly GhostHunters, who toured the jail and it’s death row in 2005.

WATSON’S MILL

5525 Dickinson St., Manotick Built in 1860, the mill is home to two ghosts and one tragic tale of a horrible accident on the Mill owner’s wedding day.

THESE LANDMARKS I N OT TAWA A L L H AV E G H O S T S TO R I E S TO T E L L .

CHATEAU LAURIER 1 Rideau St.

The Chateau is rumored to be haunted by the man who commissioned the building. Just two weeks before the building was scheduled to be complete, he perished on the RMS Titanic.

CANADIAN MUSEUM OF NATURE 240 Mcleod St.

As a museum that has hosted many exhibits—including mummies—some speculate that the ghosts who walk the halls of the Museum of Nature are from the human artifacts that were on display when the museum was part of The Museum of Man.

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TRAFFIC LAWS YOU SHOULD KNOW IF YOU’RE GOING DOWNTOWN Anyone who has driven or walked through downtown Ottawa knows that cars and pedestrians compete to cross the road continuously. These 3 recently new Ontario laws may come as a surprise to both driver and pedestrian.

1 It is illegal to change lanes and pass within 30 metres of a pedestrian cross-walk. Although the first car to arrive at a pedestrian cross-walk may have a clear view of the people and obstructions at the intersection, the cars behind it will not, and changing lanes increases the risk of cars making decisions based on obstructed views.

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Pedestrians must be fully crossed on a cross-walk in order for a car to proceed with turning and crossing the walk-way. You could be fined up to $500 and lose demerit points for failing to wait for a cross-walk to completely clear.

Pedestrians cannot walk during countdowns. Once the countdown has started for a cross-walk, it is illegal to begin to cross. This helps cars who are turning right on a red light make a safe turn.

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MEET

MONTREAL’S RESIDENT SUPERSTAR COMES TO OTTAWA

Photo by: Warner Music

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Though no introductions are necessary (you’ve undoubtedly heard him already if you’ve tuned into any radio station in the past three years), Scott Helman is more than just the teen sensation he was when his first single “Bungalow” went platinum in 2014. He’s now a 21-year old singer/ songwriter who is refreshingly real, has another smash hit dominating radio stations (“Kinda Complicated”), and who really loves his apartment in Montreal. Oh, and he’s coming to Cityfolk Fest to blow you away on September 17th.

You grew up in Toronto. What was it like?

Scott Helman: That’s always a hard question. It’s hard to decipher what affects you from where you come from and especially when it’s a place where there is so much going on.

There is so much culture and so many places to go in Toronto; you get to decide who you want to be there and you can write your own story. Growing up there helped me to become an independent person at a young age. I went to an art school that was part of the biggest high school in the province, so there were kids from every walk of life there and I really got to see how different we all are and how much meaning individuality really has.

Was music a big part of your childhood?

I have lots of memories of going downtown when I was really young to check out music in Kensington Market. I saw a lot of live shows growing up. It’s one thing to listen to a record, but when you see music being performed live, it really shows you that it’s possible to follow your dreams if music is what you want to do.

Do you remember when you realized that was true for you?

What I love most about music is the honesty in it. I fell in love with artists that really changed the world through what they said; that was really interesting to me when I was younger. As you grow up you start to see all of the things that are wrong in the world, and to see music make positive impacts and have an effect on our history was always very inspiring.

What genre of music do you like?

Growing up I really liked the Beetles. I also liked Nirvana. I like rap music a lot right now—I don’t listen to music if I don’t think

the artist is being real, because I think that’s the opposite of what art is supposed to be. I don’t think that is genre specific—I never used to listen to country music because I didn’t really find it real. I liked Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson and that kind of hammered the nail in me for country music. But, I just heard this new country artist named Kacey Musgraves—she is incredible; her music is so truthful. I love the song “Merry Go ‘Round”.

I still listen to Neil Young, Pink Floyd, and I’m getting really back into Bowie again…he was like the first album I bought.

It’s just so important to me that artists write what is real instead of what looks good.

What was it like for you to get the chance to do just that— when you signed a development deal with Warner Music Canada—and at such a young age?

It was honestly crazy, dude. I had just put out a couple things online and then got a call. It really felt like, there’s certain things that happen in your life when your just like, “Ok. Well, I’m not going to complain,” and that was one of them. As much as it was terrifying, it was also extremely exciting, because it was all I wanted at that point—to be an artist and, you know, to write songs.

I actually find it funny looking back. When you’re younger, a massive part of what drives you is the idea of being a superstar. Almost everybody wants that deep down, but when you’re fifteen, you’re just this needy little young adult who wants to be on TV. I have grown so much since then…it’s not that I don’t still want that level of success, I just find it funny that my younger self didn’t realize just how much work I was about to put in, and that instead of wanting that attention, I’ll actually worship the time I can spend alone, working on my songs. My definition of success has changed—it’s shaped around the quality of my music, and the response I get from people who hear it.

A lot of people would agree that your most well-known song is “Bungalow”, which came out in October 2014. What was it like for you to be able see such a positive and successful reaction from fans to that song and were you confident with it before it was even released?

The response I got from fans felt like confirmation to me, and I felt lucky to see my hard work pay off, because a lot of times, hard work isn’t always fruitful, and you don’t always finish the song or nail it. Especially after putting out “Bungalow” and spending the next year making a new song, there was always that fear that people were not going to give a s***, but when they did, I felt extremely grateful that people were willing to wait.

Earlier this year, you released your new album titled Hôtel de Ville. Do you have a favourite track?

I’m attached to all of the songs on Hôtel De Ville, some more than others. I really love “Ripple Effect”. My parents split up at a pretty young age, and I didn’t think I cared for a really long time… it took me about three or four years until I really went back and figured out how it did affect me. The process of that song and what it meant for me as a person was pretty important to me. I have a really big soft spot for the intro

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(Helman’s track titled “Intro” which acts as an introduction to the album) because it helped me find the title of the record. It was a piece of poetry I found when the record was done.

I was trying to name the album and I found this poem I had written and wanted to make a song. I pretty much produced it in my apartment, and took what I did into the studio and we just re recorded it so it sounded better.

It was really special to me because I was the person who made the song, basically from start to finish.

You’ve had the opportunity to play here in Ottawa several times. What are some of your favourite things about coming back to the Nation’s Capital and what do you like to do post-show in Ottawa?

It’s a great town for having fun, and people really seem to enjoy music there. I’ll always remember Ottawa for a really cool reason.

I think the goal of every performer is to get into that head space where you feel like your words have meaning, and there are moments when it does feel that way, and it’s like gears lock into each other and a wave passes over you and you mean what you’re saying, and that happened to me in Ottawa. I think that is because of the integrity in that town. It’s really fun and people party hard!

You’re really active on social media; do you feel like it’s important to keep up with your fans, or do you just really enjoy it?

It kind of becomes a mega-phone for me when I am intoxicated (laughs). I do think that there is a darkness to social media… but the real light of it is that you can make it whatever you want. I try to stay connected because I don’t really think art is art if it’s not a conversation between people. @Scotthelman

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MARKING 15 YEARS SINCE THEIR DEBUT ALBUM, SIMPLE PLAN’S ANNIVERSARY TOUR COMES TO OTTAWA.

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WE ARE SUCH AN AMBITIOUS AND DRIVEN BAND, AND I THINK WE HAVE ALWAYS WANTED TO LOOK FORWARD AND NOT FALL INTO NOSTALGIA MODE.

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When we caught up with Jeff Stinco from Simple Plan last year, the band had just released their 5th studio album. This year, they are on tour for the 15th anniversary of their very first album, No Pads, No Helmets…

Just Balls. Simple Plan lands in our city once again on September 20th at Algonquin Commons Theatre.

Now, the band is taking time to celebrate a milestone in their career. Fans can expect their debut album to be played front to back, mixed with all their greatest hits along the way—AKA the old songs you blared in high school, to the new favourites that have kept Simple Plan on the charts.

JEFF TALKS TOURING, THE SIMPLE PLAN FOUNDATION, AND PLANS FOR A NEW RECORD. Faces Magazine: So, you are currently on the US leg of your No Pads, No Helmet...Just Balls 15th Anniversary Tour. Why was it so important for you as a band (and for your fans) to do this tour?

Jeff Stinco: You know, with this band, we probably didn’t celebrate milestones often enough. We are such an ambitious and driven band, and I think we have always wanted to look forward and not fall into nostalgia mode. We are lucky because we have people around reminding us that those milestones are important, and that we need to celebrate them, so that is precisely what happened. We had fans telling us how that record has changed their lives and how important that music was for them. Our label and management told us that we should do a few shows around the anniversary and leave it at that. Then one show became two, two became three and next thing we knew we were doing a full year of celebration!

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15 years went by so fast, but I think the cool thing about this album is that it aged well. There are a lot of new faces at our shows, and I think it has a lot to do with streaming services where people are exposed to so many playlists, that people who may not know about us suddenly hear about Simple Plan. Then we have people who are 20, 30, 40 – that were not necessarily of age, or who didn’t have the money to come see a show, that now want to be a part of it. It’s cool to see it renewing itself and growing. I often have people stop me in the streets and say “I used to listen to Simple Plan, and I still do! I love the band!” and I think, “Well you are wearing an Italian suit and you don’t look like the kind of person that would listen to Simple Plan, yet, thank you!” So, it’s super interesting.

What can fans look forward to on your 15th Anniversary Tour? You’re playing the whole debut album front to back, as well as some other hits?

Yea, all the songs from the first record which I think people are stoked about.

We are playing songs now that we never approached live before, and we play all the hits! I think that if you are going to a Simple Plan show, you want to hear the songs that you grew up with, and made you stick with the band. It’s important to play songs like, “Welcome to My Life”, “Crazy”, “Summer Paradise”, all of the songs that people grew to love over the years.

What song on the set list is your favourite to perform, or is special to you?

It’s kind of fun to sing “I’m Just A Kid” to all these people who grew up with the music.

It’s cool because if you take it literally, it’s kind of lame, but if you accept it for what it is, about not wanting to grow up, and just being in that state of mind, I think it is a pretty sweet song and people really have a blast when we play it.

How have you as an individual and as a band changed since the first time you toured in support of this album back in 2002?

We were kids when we started this thing; we were so young, so naïve and anxious to tour the world. I myself hadn’t travelled much—I went backpacking across Europe when I was younger but that was it. Then this band sent me to Australia, South America, Asia, the US. I hadn’t been anywhere outside of New York. I had only been to the places that French Canadians travel too (laughs)! It was cool to see all these places and it was a blast – such a great adventure.

are many places we would love to go.

You are known for making music that relates to 90’s born kids—your largest fan group that has really grown up with your music when it came out in the early 2000s. What do you think it is about your music that 90’s kids, or teens in general, can relate to so well?

We are from the era of Blink 182, Green Day, The Osprey, Good Charlotte. When you grow up with music it becomes engrained in you, and when you listen to music from a certain era that was important to you, it brings back a lot of memories and it is very evocative, which is the power of music. I think we manage to write songs that bring people somewhere, and over the years that is what we hear most; we hear people telling us that they got married to our songs, that they went through hard times in high school to our songs, that they met their best friend at one of our shows. It’s then you realize that it isn’t just about music, but about creating community, about people getting together in communion to watch a show. It sounds kind of cheesy but at the same time, it’s so true.

The Simple Plan Foundation does a lot of work for teens and teen-related problems, like suicide, drug addiction and poverty.

What is it about this cause that makes it so important to you and the band?

Now we’re dads, we’re a “little” more serious (laughs) and we choose our fights in the sense that we don’t party as much as we used too (laughs). We pick our battles but we still know how to do it right! So, things have changed a little bit! In the beginning, we didn’t know how things were going to happen and didn’t know what to expect, and now there is a sense of protection for everything we have done. This band is bigger than its members and the legacy we have is important and we want to protect it.

Over the years we had a lot of fans who would tell us about their problems at meet and greets, or outside the tour bus, and we really only have 30 seconds to a minute to engage and talk with them. These people were really dealing with serious issues and we couldn’t give them the time that they deserved, so we figured since we cannot make a difference on a case by case basis, let’s try to raise money through our music to help. For every ticket we sell, we give $1.00 to the Foundation, and we pick causes that we care about, all things relating to those very difficult teenage years—we try to help.

We are not preachy and we are not trying to impose our views on anybody, we just decided to try and make a difference and be political about it. 100% of the money we raise goes right to the causes—there is no huge salary or crazy expenses—we try to be as lean and as effective as possible and we are pretty proud of it.

Do you feel like you have accomplished everything you wanted to as a band?

What is some recent work the organization has done?

Absolutely not! I like to think of Simple Plan as the biggest small-band in the world. We have played on some huge stages and opened for some great bands, we have headlined some amazing tours…but at the same time I think we didn’t push it to the level that we had intended to, so we are still hungry. There are still a lot of places we haven’t been and festivals we haven’t headlined or ever played at—there

It’s an ongoing thing, we aren’t trying to do precise things. We take long term agreements with organizations that help kids in need. For example, in Montreal there is an area that is very poor, and there is a garage where kids go after school to play music together, eat something (because there is often not enough to eat at home), and do their homework with specialized educators,

so we help them out by donating money and talking about the cause, and we help them raise more money. Those are the kind of things we do.

As the gurus of teenage angst, what is some advice you’d give to teens today?

I think it is important to talk, to discuss, to learn how to communicate, and not be ashamed of feeling awkward during those years growing up. It’s important to find like-minded people to talk to. Remember that being a teenager was a difficult time for most people, and there is no shame in admitting that and looking for help if need be. I think it is important to have a passion, to find something that drives you and keeps you interested in life. For us that was music, for others it is sports…whatever it is, I think people need to find their own passion and try many things. You are not necessarily supposed to know what you want to do in life, or who you are going to be, but what is important is trying new things, challenging yourself and staying interested – those things can lead you to a good place.

Besides touring, what does life look like now? Tell us about your endeavors into the restaurant business in Montreal.

I opened a restaurant 5 years ago; I was trying to diversify and try new things, and I was following a passion of mine. It’s been a lot of fun and it’s going really well—the restaurant is booming which is great 5 years in! I play a lot of music and I write, I practice and I am very heavily involved in the local music community. Life is about being a dad, being a businessman, and being on the road—there’s never a dull moment!

You are coming to Ottawa on September 20th, what are some of your favourite things to do or places to go here? Being from Montreal, you must come here quite often?

I am fortunate because I have a lot of friends in Ottawa who take us out. When we first started out as a band, Ottawa had a reputation for being sort of a relaxed place, and not having a lot of nightlife, and that has changed over the years. Now there are lots of really nice restaurants and cool spots, so we indulge, and it won’t be any different next time we come through.

What’s next for Simple Plan?

We are going to start working on a new record! We are not very good at writing songs on the road, so we will have to stop, regroup, and actually make a record (laughs). So, it might take a while, but that is what’s next!

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AN OVERVIEW

In the seam of the early morning and midnight departures at Ottawa International Airport, one 19-year-old photographer is waiting for your plane to takeoff.

An avid traveler and a professional aviation enthusiast, Jan Jasinski has spent hours away from his home in Gatineau to photograph planes from airport terminals all around the world. At 17, Jan’s work became internationally recognized by magazines in Japan, North America and Europe. His photos give the casual observer a chance to see aircrafts through the eyes of an expert. In the way that he leaves us wondering how a moment could be captured, Jan is the quintessential photographer, on par with some of the best fashion, portrait or documentary photographers in the world. The only difference is that his subjects, like bad news, travel fast.

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FM: A lot of people share your fascination with flight. But your passion for it can be seen in a very distinct way through your photography. What is it about planes that works for you?

J: It’s incredible to see that these sizable machines are capable of flying. And the bigger they are, the higher and further they fly! The human race has dominated many things—we’re able to build hotels underwater or send people miles underground.

But we’ve only been able to explore the sky through flight. The modern aircraft is a remarkable tribute to that accomplishment.

And photographing those airplanes shows so much action in a photo. Newer aircraft are so advanced, they really look different from their ancestors. It’s the new models that really got me into aviation photography.

Jan Jasinski FM: So admittedly, we found your photos on Instagram. But that’s where everything is found these days, wouldn’t you say? After reposting some of your work, a lot of our followers could not believe that these photos were taken in Ottawa. When we dug a bit deeper, we were stunned to see that you were only 19. Have you always lived in Ottawa/Gatineau? When did planes first perk your interest?

J: I grew up in Gatineau, but of course I experienced both sides of the river growing up. I didn’t live on an airbase or anything extra-ordinary. I was around twelve years old when I started to look at aircraft photos online.

Those photos inspired me to try photography myself. I started off with a very basic three-hundred-dollar camera.

For a few years, it was just point and shoot something.

My subjects ranged from tabletops to hallways—anything I could find in the house. My parents saw that I had some talent, and they bought me my first DSLR at the age of fourteen.

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FM: Maybe that’s why your photos seem to defy the conventional, because you’re taking pictures of things that aren’t on the ground. Even your photos of terminals and airports offer people a new way of seeing things, because your shots are from angles most people never get to see while catching flights. Do you get special access to take these shots?

J: There are a few airports that I can get special access, thanks to some friends. The photos I take of planes in flight are usually during their departure. You’ll notice that the wheels are usually still out. But most of my shots are a product of being in the right place at the right time. For example, I went to the desert this summer, and I happened to be visiting at the same time that an airplane from the Netherlands was retiring. Just by coincidence, I was able to go in and photograph this incredible historic event for aviation. And that’s how contacts grow.

FM: Do you ever go on planes to shoot other planes?

J: Aerial photography?

FM: Yes, that!

J: No, not yet. But it’s a dream of mine. I just need to find the right people for it. Not everyone you meet has the qualifications to fly in proximity to commercial airliners while someone snaps a photo. That will be an amazing experience for me. One day.

FM: What do you look for when you’re taking these pictures? How do you know you have the right shot? What sorts of angles work for planes?

J: I look at lighting. It’s not about getting the right shot but about getting a shot that has potential to pop in editing. Many photos are usually taken with sunrise or sunset lighting. Rain and overcasts are good friends of mine, too. All the weather conditions that you would think would ruin a photo-op create the most interesting effects.

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I’ve photographed them so many times that I know which angles are the best for which aircrafts. So when a special aircraft is visiting the Ottawa airport, I find out when it is departing, and I hope for the best shot.

FM: You’ve photographed from airports all over the world. What is your mantra on travel?

J: I traveled a lot when I was a child—I was encouraged by my parents to travel and see the world. Everything I would see on these trips I would see as a photograph. That’s really the reason why travel is important: because you discover new ways of looking at the world, and new ways of using the skills you have.

FM: What is your favourite thing about the work that you do?

J: My editing style is very distinct and it’s what excites me about getting these photos. A lot of people have since adopted a similar editing style to mine, but I do very selective editing. I take very small areas of a photo and I edit them to match other areas of that photo. It creates a 3D, equalizing effect that separates the plane from the background. Nobody has really figured out how to do that because it takes a lot of precision. And like all good things, applying these edits makes a lot of defects in a photo. But I was able to figure out how to get rid of those. And that’s about all I can share with you (laughs).

FM: What are some of your greatest accomplishments?

J: I was published in a Japanese magazine when I was 17. That was very special to me. It was nice to see that my work was recognized in Asia.

When I opened the magazine, it started backwards! Very odd to see a magazine start in the back versus the front. I’ll never forget it because it was so special—and I was able to get more work published because of it.

FM: To be so young and to have explored so many different avenues already is a feat. Do you feel you’ve accomplished success?

J: I feel success only when I am looking back at how far I came; to see how my work has developed in the past five years, to have the knowledge I have now and the skills I’ve worked to improve. And of course being published in magazines in Japan, in Canada and Europe when I was seventeen were all amazing experiences, too. But when I look forward, I see a road of things I have yet to accomplish and places I want to see. It makes me feel very young and I use that feeling to fuel my ambition.

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But my greatest accomplishment has been to hone the ability to create visuals that defy people’s sense of reality. Photos that make people question how they are possible. Producing that affect with my work is how I know that I am successful in what I have done.

FM: What piece of advice would you give to someone starting out in photography?

J: Just start shooting whatever you like. Photography is objective, and inspiration is always needed! @photojasinski www.photojan.ca

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this Fall With New Country 94’s Mary Anne Ivision

Tell us about the town you grew up in. Is this where you discovered country music?

I grew up in Tilbury, a small town in Southwestern Ontario with a population of about 4,000. Even though I grew up on a farm, my love for country music didn’t start until my first full-time job at a country radio station when I was 20. Country music has a way of hooking you into its magic and I’ve loved it ever since.

How did you get into Radio Hosting, what attracted you to it?

I did a co-op in high school at my local radio station in Chatham, and realized this is something I’d like to do. I studied Radio Broadcasting at Conestoga College where I loved production, music and announcing but never thought I could make a career out of being on the air (it’s a super competitive industry). I tried for on-air jobs anyway, realized I wasn’t half bad and for some reason people kept hiring me. I love connecting with people and on the air was the best way to do that for me.

What do you love most about country music?

Country music has a way of making you FEEL on every point of the emotional scale. Within a 10 minute span of listening to Ottawa’s New Country 94, you can go from dancing (Thomas Rhett - T-Shirt) to weeping (Cam - Burning House). I’m pretty much dancing during my on-air shift every afternoon.

What ritual could you not live without during your workday?

Coffee. I’ll openly admit I have a caffeine addiction.

My show would probably suck if I didn’t have my pre-show coffee.

What is your favourite part about working at Ottawa’s New Country 94?

My favourite part about working at Ottawa’s New Country 94 is the music and meeting our listeners at our events! Country music connects with people like nothing else.

In your opinion, who is the funniest person at Ottawa’s New Country?

She’s pretty low-key but Brittany Thompson makes me laugh the hardest. When we host the New Country All Canadian Countdown together Saturdays at 8am and Sundays at 5pm, we are guaranteed to laugh until we cry.

What is the most challenging aspect of your job?

I’m not sure I’d call it a challenge but the responsibility to always know what’s going on in the country music world, in Ottawa and what people are talking about. I never want to be irrelevant or sound out of touch to my listeners.

What do you enjoy most about working and living in Ottawa?

I love this city! I’ve been in Ottawa for 4 years now (how time flies!). Ottawa is the perfect balance of city with a small-town feel. You can have a worldclass meal, a stellar shopping experience, and escape to nature all in one day.

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What are your top 5 pet peeves?

In no specific order: people who don’t treat nature with respect, negativity, dirty windshields, pants that aren’t stretchy enough, people who judge country music without actually listening to it.

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Gatineau Park is the closest and best hiking around— Wolf Trail is my absolute favourite. If you want a weekend trip I’m a huge fan of the Adirondacks in New York (only 3 hours from Ottawa).

You recently did a solo hike—was this a first for you?

What inspired you to take on a solo hike?

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Ottawa is the perfect balance of city with a small-town feel. You can have a world-class meal, a stellar shopping experience, and escape to nature all in one day.

You are an avid hiker—what are the best spots to hike this fall?

Who is your favourite country artist, and your favourite to see live?

This is a tough question. I would have to say Keith Urban and Carrie Underwood are my all-time favourites. Thomas Rhett and Brett Eldredge are my favourite new artists.

Chris Stapleton has been my favourite artist to see live— his vocals and lyrics had me at the edge of my seat when he was at the CTC. What is on your playlist this coming fall? What new songs do you recommend to country lovers for September and October?

Thomas Rhett’s new album Life Changes (coming out September 8), and Kelsea Ballerini’s new album Unapologetically (coming out November 3).

How would you describe your personal style?

If I had to put myself into a category, it would have to be modern with a hippy influence. I love buying from local shops and jewelry stores. It’s cool to meet the people who make the things you wear.

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I’ve done lots of solo hiking in Gatineau Park but I’ve never done real mountains by myself. I’m an extroverted person, but the older I get the more “me” time I need to recharge. A solo hike is a great way to push yourself and your limits.

Your bio says you are a food lover, what are some of your favourite spots around Ottawa to eat?

I DON’T EVEN KNOW WHERE TO START. But I’ll give some love to my neighbourhood, the Byward Market: Burrito Burracho (fish tacos), El Camino (pig head taco), King Eddy (best breakfast), Fat Boys (best BBQ) and you can never go wrong with a Beaver Tail.

In terms of food and dishes, what are your seasonal favourites for fall? What do you recommended readers try?

There are so many farmers’ markets in our city you should take advantage of—there’s nothing better than local squash and apples at this time of year. I hope Bridgehead brings back their “Chai-der”—half chai/half apple cider. If you see it, order it!

What does success mean to you?

Having a work/life balance and being passionate about both. The fact that I can hike in the morning in Gatineau Park then go to my dream job in the afternoon is absolute bliss.

What is the best piece of advice you’ve received in your career so far?

Listener first. The only reason I have a job is because people choose to listen to our radio station, play our contests and come to our events. That’s pretty special.

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FM LIFE

ABOUT THOSE [BAD] HABITS NEW RESEARCH SUGGESTS THAT HORROR MOVIES ARE GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH You read that right—science just proved that horror is healthy. Here’s how:

They Boost Your Immune System A study done at the University of Coventry found an increase in white blood cells in people who had just watched a scary movie, helping them to fight off colds and illnesses.

They’re Great Stress Relievers What better way to take your mind off things, then by finding yourself in the throes of an action-packed horror?

Enjoying a scary movie is proven to release dopamine and serotonin as the brain becomes more alert in the face of danger. Because no danger actually exists, being in this state can actually help to relieve stress.

They Burn Calories The University of Westminster found that watching a horror movie can burn about 200 calories, the equivalent of a chocolate bar. Which is an odd coincidence, because chocolate is the perfect scary movie snack.

HOW TO DEAL WITH:

MON DAYS

If you find yourself not in the mood at the start of the week, chances are you’ve got a bad case of the ‘Mondays’. And you’re not alone—researchers are convinced that most of us don’t smile until 11:00am on a Monday morning. But how do you deal? Here are some tips from others determined to beat the Monday Blues.

WAKE UP EARLIER THAN NORMAL: BEAT THE RUSH-TOWORK RUSH After a full weekend’s rest, Monday morning is the easiest morning to trick your body into waking up painlessly (we might mean less-painfully).

Do this and you will give yourself more time in the morning to wake up right and to help set your internal alarm clock for a week of earlier mornings. (Because the only thing worse than being late for work, is being late on a Monday).

START YOUR MONDAY ON SUNDAY: LET YOUR MONDAY SELF THANK YOUR SUNDAY SELF It’s time to bring back the Sunday-night outfit planning that your mom did for you so well. Wake up to your outfit waiting for you, and we guarantee you will feel ready to take on Monday and whatever it throws at you.

TREAT YOURSELF: FIND [COFFEE] THAT MAKES MONDAYS WORTH IT Give yourself some Monday perks by breaking your morning or lunch routine.

Include some of your co-workers in your pact and grab lunch together to beat the Monday blues in a united front.

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When buttering your popcorn, push a straw through your popcorn bag and pour the butter down to get evenly buttered popcorn.

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KEESO CANADA’S MOST ‘CANADIAN’ STAR

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MULTIFACETED AND A SMALL-TOWN COUNTRY BOY AT HEART, JARED KEESO HAS BEEN A FAVOURITE OF MANY THROUGHOUT HIS CAREER. BEST KNOWN FOR HIS ROLE AS BEN CHARTIER ON 19-2, HE IS ALSO THE WRITER AND STAR OF THE CANADIAN CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED CRAVETV HIT SERIES LETTERKENNY. HAVING WON AWARDS FOR BOTH ACTING AND WRITING, JARED IS A BELOVED FIGURE IN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY. NEVERTHELESS, HE REMAINS HUMBLE AND STAYS TRUE TO HIS ROOTS IN LISTOWEL, ONTARIO. FOLKS WOULD BE HARD PRESSED TO FIND AN INDIVIDUAL WHO LOVES CANADA MORE THAN THIS MAN. FACES MAGAZINE CAUGHT UP WITH THE GOOD OL’ CANADIAN BOY TO CHAT ABOUT HIS LIFE IN FILM AND WHAT HE HAS IN STORE FOR US IN SEASON THREE OF LETTERKENNY.

Faces Magazine: Since it’s the inspiration for your show Letterkenny, tell us about growing up in Listowel, Ontario.

As a country boy, did you ever dream of going to the big city?

Jared Keeso: I say I am from Listowel, Ontario with massive pride. I belong to the 6th generation of Keeso’s in town.

My mom and dad run our family business, J.H. Keeso & Sons Sawmill, which has been operating in town since 1872.

My brother and sister and I all worked there from a young age. Listowel is generally an agricultural community but most call it a hockey town. We are surrounded by Mennonite country, which is also maple syrup country. Lumber jacks, hockey players and maple syrup; can’t get more Canadian than that.

When did you decide you wanted to get into acting? And what about writing?

I abandoned my dream of playing pro hockey when I was 18 and began pursuing a career in acting immediately after.

My best marks in school were in drama so it made sense. I didn’t develop a passion for it until later. The decision to start writing arose when my passion for acting began to decline. It’s hard to survive in the Canadian entertainment industry wearing only the acting hat.

I’ve stayed afloat by learning to wear a few other hats as well.

We know that your hometown has been the inspiration for Letterkenny, and that you used Youtube as a platform to test that kind of humour, but at what point did you decide to make skits out of it?

Nathan Dales and I had test driven a couple concepts on YouTube before Letterkenny Problems. At the time, my best pal from back home, Jordan Beirnes, and I had been doing an anonymous Twitter account called “Listy Problems” where we took an embellished look at life in our small town and the problems that may face people there. I was reading back through the tweets one night and thought I could rebrand it and shoot it. I called Dalesy and we were shooting the next weekend.

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How did you come up with the characters and candor of Wayne and Daryl?

Were they inspired by anyone in particular?

Wayne’s accent comes from the common ‘hick accent’ back home. Wayne wasn’t inspired by anyone in particular.

I think that everyone who knows small towns knows a Daryl. Daryl is the dude who doesn’t say much and is always in his barn clothes.

When you were in the process of getting Letterkenny going on Youtube, did you know it was going to be popular?

Hard no. It’s impossible to predict what’s going to go viral on YouTube.

You throw crap on the wall and see what sticks. There is a young lady getting millions of views right now by rubbing her face in bread.

Once you received numerous positive reviews of the Letterkenny Problems videos, you pitched it to CraveTV. How was that process? Was it difficult?

The process of turning the Letterkenny Problems web series into the Letterkenny TV show has been impossibly painless. Bell and CraveTV took the show from script stage to screen remarkably fast. Our first script had 14 F-words on one page and they didn’t bat an eye.

What was your favourite scene/line to shoot for the show?

My favourite scene to shoot so far has been “The Skateboard Trick/Torn Ballsack” scene from S1 Ep 2. I think that scene offers the best representation of what we are doing on our show. You can find that clip on YouTube.

When you’re in Ottawa what’s your favourite place to go or what is your favourite thing to do?

The Standard is my favourite bar in Ottawa, it’s an outstanding bar.

FM: You’ve been quoted as saying “… the biggest Letterkenny fans on planet Earth are in Listowel.” How do you maintain a relationship with your family and friends back home? Have you or your family received any other forms of commentary on the show in your hometown, positive or negative?

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DOING WELL BY THE PEOPLE OF MY HOMETOWN IS A BIG DEAL TO ME. MAYBE THE BIGGEST.

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JARED KEESO

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In a previous interview, you mentioned that you met most of the cast of Letterkenny in a beer hockey league prior to the show; tell us a bit about that. Do you guys still play hockey together?

There are some damn good hockey players on the Letterkenny cast: Playfair, Herrsy, Tyler Johnston, Dalesy etc. We all played beer league hockey together in Vancouver. We laced up together a couple months ago as well when the company that rents us camera equipment sent a team up to Sudbury. We dusted them 11-1 in a friendly game. The boys love scoring goals.

What has surprised you the most about acting, good or bad? Was it ultimately what you expected going in?

Nothing is surprising in the entertainment industry. You will see it all. Everything from unparalleled generosity and kindness to grown men talking to other grown men like they’re five-year-old kids. Buckle up.

People don’t always get the slang in the show itself but they keep coming back for more. What about Letterkenny do you think is so relatable?

Writing contagious dialogue – ‘quotables’ – is a big priority for Jacob Tierney and I. I love that about the writing in my favourite movies like Snatch and Trainspotting.

I walk away with new additions to my vocabulary and vernacular.

Although Letterkenny is primarily a Canadian show, the humor and the vibe of it can be relatable for people in the Midwest of the States. Have you run into fans of the show in the States?

Based on social media analytics, we have almost as many fans south of the border as we do north. We can thank Reddit/ YouTube for that. CraveTV is only available in Canada but Reddit/YouTube have helped us spread the word internationally. I’ve always said that everyone knows someone from Letterkenny.

Who would you say has been a big inspiration in your life and who has supported you the most throughout your acting/ writing career?

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My mom, dad, brother and sister are the biggest inspirations in my life. My parents have moxie and raised us to have moxie as well. My brother is a scholarship athlete, Oxford University grad and trained with the Canadian and British militaries. And my sister was a nurse at Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto and now owns and operates a successful clean eating business called “That Clean Life” that she started with her husband.

You always profess your love for Canada as a whole whenever you can. What is your favourite thing about it? Is it the people? The weather? Tim Hortons Dark Roast?

I’m currently on my way to Winnipeg and I can’t wait. I concluded when I worked there in 2010 that Winnipegger’s are the nicest people in Canada. That said, I just came from Calgary where even the airport security charmed like no other. My dog, my truck, and I have been in every province in Canada. I love every inch of it and never want to leave.

Tell us a fact about you that your fans and maybe even your friends and family might not know. On that subject, what do you do on a day off? Any hobbies?

I carried a knife during the brief period when there were reports of clowns chasing people with bats on the news. As for hobbies, I’m an antique collector and make my rounds of local shops regularly.

I run or swim with my dog and I like to play drums.

What is the best advice you’ve ever received from someone? What would you tell someone who was in your position, a small-town kid trying to make it as an actor/writer?

The best advice I received as a small-town kid who wanted to be an actor was “Pack your bags.” Thank you to Buddy Brennen for that.

You’ve accomplished so much, going from small roles and TV shows and made-for-TV movies to writing your own show, but what has been the biggest achievement for you as an individual and an actor?

Convincing a TV network to give me money to make a show. No question.

If you could describe Letterkenny in four words what would they be and what can people expect from season three of Letterkenny?

Fights, farts, booze, darts. People can expect more of the same for season three but with snow. @jaredkeeso

By Phoebe Strike

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MY DOG, MY TRUCK, AND I HAVE BEEN IN EVERY PROVINCE IN CANADA. I LOVE EVERY INCH OF IT AND NEVER WANT TO LEAVE. JARED KEESO

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Little to no negative feedback from back home and tremendous amounts of positive feedback. Doing well by the people of my hometown is a big deal to me.

Maybe the biggest.

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