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More than 600 people came out to Dovercourt Recreation Centre on Saturday, January 18 for the annual winter carnival. “It’s so nice to see a great turn out every year, with people of all ages,” said Stephanie Moores, a member of Dovercourt’s board of directors who attended the carnival

with her two young sons. “It draws not just from the area, but Ottawawide, and fits our mission of building a healthy, active, and engaged community.” “We come here a lot,” said Annie Bérubé, who was skating on the ice with her husband and two children. “It’s a great place.” Westboro Kiwanis Park was bustling even before the carnival offi-

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cially started at 4:00 p.m. During the event, families lined up for horse-drawn wagon rides and children jumped in the bouncy castle. Kids also enjoyed crashing into the inflatable pins at the toboggan-bowling event on the sledding hill. Ten-year-old Rylee Hein managed to knock down all the pins, Continued on page 2

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Two Westboro men are climbing Africa’s tallest mountain with two goals: to reach the summit and to bring clean water to people in some of Africa’s poorest regions. Jason Thomson and Simon Mead are joining a group of 16 international climbers who will tackle Mount Kilimanjaro in February to

raise money for WaterCan, an Ottawa-based charity that addresses poverty by improving access to water and basic sanitation. According to the United Nations, 2.5 billion people, of whom almost one billion are children, live without basic sanitation. Poor sanitation and unsafe drinking water lead to over a million preventable deaths each year.

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Barbara McInnes sparkles when she talks about her tenure as the President and CEO of the Community Foundation of Ottawa, an organization founded by her father, Alistair Gamble. CFO is a non-profit organization that turns the charitable gifts of many donors into funds that support a variety of

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When Alex Neron and Marta Jarzabek first stumbled upon the vacant space at 3 Hamilton Avenue last fall during the Hintonburg Beer Run at Beyond The Pale, they knew almost instantly that this would be the location for the combination tattoo studio and art gallery that had been living in their dreams for

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helm. “I really had trouble distinguishing between work and pleasure. It had me fully engaged.” McInnes vacated her office at the end of December but stayed on until the beginning of January because of speaking engagements and an “overlap” with the incoming President and CEO, Marco Pagani.

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the opening of his first studio, his sights were set on a Hintonburg location, and when this one fell into place everything was set to go. “We were looking at different locations for the business – Hintonburg was definitely our first choice on where to get established,” said Neron.

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King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table will do battle with killer rabbits, taunting Frenchmen and Knights who say Ni in the Orpheus Musical Theatre Society’s latest project, SPAMALOT. SPAMALOT is a musical adaptation of the classic film, Monty Python and the Holy Grail. The

Tony Award winning musical was co-created by former Python Eric Idle and made its Broadway debut in 2005. Hintonburg’s own theatre company, Orpheus, have spun together their own rendition with a cast of colourful characters and set designs. In rehearsal since December, the group are gearing up to bring their production to Centrepointe Theatre

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starting March 7. The crew for this production features two Kitchissippi locals and Orpheus veterans, John Solman heading the production and behind-the-scenes work, while Dennis Van Staalduinen takes on four classic Python characters. Van Staalduinen’s list of roles range from the brave knight Sir Lancelot to the mystic pyromaniac Continued on page 13

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When the doorbell rings at 10 o’clock at night in Hintonburg it’s seldom a good thing, but for Natalie Hanson of Hamilton Avenue it may be another visit from her neighbourhood gifting fairy, leaving only a flamingo on the doorstep and then vanishing into the dark night. It all started during Christmas

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specific human rights topics. They’re unpaid, and serve for a three-year term, which is renewable once. As Special Rapporteur, Farha will look into the housing situation in countries at their request. She’ll also investigate specific incidents such as evictions, consult with citizens and governments and focus on a housing rights issue of her choosing. Continued on page 7

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“No one I can think of is more deserving of having this park named after them,” says Jim Clarkin, President of the Fisher Park Community Recreation Council. On June 24, over a hundred kids, fresh from their last soccer game of the season, gathered with their parents to commemorate the naming of Fisher

front retail podium and two levels of underground parking. There will also be surface parking on the site, and a seven-story office building. The residential component includes 126 rental apartment units. “People are going to live here, they’re going to work here, and they’re going to shop here,” Gorman said. “They’re going to make this a Continued on page 5

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Tudor Robins’ new novel has the makings of a great summer read: an escape to a wild island, a scruffy horse in need of care, and two teens, each emerging from personal loss, finding something together. Appaloosa Summer follows on the heels of Robins’ 2013 young adult novel, Objects in Mirror. Both

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to track and field – at Fisher, Highland Park, and with the Ottawa West Golden Knights. “It just goes to show what a difference one person can make in people’s lives. So often we hear how with kids, just that one adult can make such a difference,” says Councillor Katherine Hobbs of Kearns’ vast accomplishments. “Brian has made Continued on page 3

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feature young horse riders dealing with challenging circumstances. In Objects in Mirror, fifteen-year-old Grace looks after a malnourished horse while coming to grips with her own eating disorder. In Appaloosa Summer, sixteen-year-old Meg copes with the loss of a beloved horse by moving from the city to an island in the St. Lawrence where she meets Jared, whose father has recently died.

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“The horse elements are really easy for me to write, and they’re really fun for me to write,” says Robins, an accomplished rider. Her McKellar Park neighbourhood, although unnamed, also features in Appaloosa Summer. “The city in the story is Ottawa,” says Robins. “In my mind I always picture this neighbourhood… I Continued on page 3

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Winston Square comes alive benches, and flagpoles. A living wall of plants and vines will also breathe new life into this grey space. Not only will the square be made more attractive, it will also offer programming and entertainment throughout the summer. “It is being designed as a gathering space in the heart of Westboro,” explains McKellar Park resident, Patti Church. The local marketing

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early as the 2015-16 school year. “We are thrilled. Honestly, this is a ground-breaking decision,” says Stephanie Craze, chair of the Broadview School Council. “We hope this leads the way for more aging schools that need funding.” The province made the announcement at the school on March 6. Education minister Liz Sandals confirmed that Broadview would be

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Whether you’re looking to add a few new titles to your summer reading list or are just curious about what other people are reading in the community, this is definitely the issue for you. For many of us, summertime affords us an opportunity to sit back and relax with a good book, so we thought it’d be worthwhile to see what notable residents of

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Venz Vesselinov is one of 16 artists participating in the West End Studio Tour this year. He’s a world traveller who has seen every continent and lived on two of them. Photo by Ted Simpson

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The West End Studio Tour (WEST) is a self-guided tour of 16 local artists’ homes and studios that spans two weekends: September 6-7, and 13-14. This issue contains KT’s second installment of artist profiles. Go to Kitchissippi.com to read the ones you may have missed and for two web-only profiles. Get inspired,

plan your route, and most importantly, meet the people behind the art. For the third year in a row, Venz Vesselinov will invite local art lovers into his Whitby Avenue studio to share the newest works as part of the West End Studio Tour (WEST). For the work that will be on display during WEST, Vesselinov has pushed his signature landscapes

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“What do you love about Ottawa?” That’s the question Hintonburg photographer Dwayne Brown has been asking people all across the city over the past year for a personal project he has created and simply titled, LoveOttawa. Brown appears, seemingly out of thin air, from the back of the

Hintonburg Public House. “Through the kitchen, across the alley and up the fire escape, that’s my studio,” he explains. The area around Wellington and Fairmont is Brown’s home and base for his business as a corporate and commercial photographer. LoveOttawa is an idea Brown created to fend off the doldrums. “Things generally quiet down in the summer,

I don’t really like being quiet or slow, so I wanted a side project that I could do some portraits that were a little more street based,” he says. He’s been doing photography for 31 years, 15 of them in Ottawa. Brown came here from Edmonton to experience a different part of Canada and decided to stick around. For his current project, Brown sets Continued on page 4

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even more towards the surreal, with the kind of colour and scenery that is unique to the artist’s own mind. “For these paintings I haven’t used anything from real life, everything is created from my own imagination,” says Vesselinov. And he has quite the imagination to pull from, being a world traveller who has seen every continent and lived Continued on page 3

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“I think it’s very good because ALS is an awful disease, though there are not many people who have it,” says Rabinowitz. “So the big pharmaceutical companies do not have an incentive to invest a lot; so the fact that there is attention brought to it is very good.” Though his body is mostly paralyzed, Rabinowitz can still speak Continued on page 5

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that grew into a popular Facebook page and a bestselling book, but it’s become so much more. HONY is its own community, and provides a touching and insightful look at the human race. It’s not just a collection of a bunch of photos of random strangers, it’s living, breathing, history. Whether or not readers can personally relate to their triumphs or

disappointments, they all have one thing in common: the stories are all inherently human, and because of that very basic element, they bind us all together. So what does this have to do with the Kitchissippi Times? We decided to launch our own version of this photo project. Our goal is to introduce readers to some of the people who live, work, Continued on page 11

box at Wellington and Fairmont. It’s a colourful flock of his signature bird designs that take on a nearly holographic look under the right kind of light. “I didn’t look like a Bell box cleaner, ripped jeans and spray cans, so I was kinda worried about bylaw officers and stuff when I started doing it,” says Martelock. “As I was Continued on page 3

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every aspect of a neighbourhood, from sponsorships of local teams and events, to providing valuable employment.” Mary Thorne, Executive Director of the Westboro Village BIA, agrees that it’s important to shop locally. “Local businesses are the lifeblood of the communities we live in, not only providing us, close at hand, the products and services we need, but also adding a variety

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and vibrancy to the lifestyles we enjoy,” says Thorne. “Here in Westboro, for example, we have a number of local shops, restaurants and services that are exclusive to Westboro only,” says Thorne. The owners have chosen to set up their business in this neighbourhood. We need to support that choice. Our local businesses are our neighbours too.” By supporting an independent

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families, youth, and seniors. In addition to welcoming the public to their newly renovated building, SWCHC is also welcoming a new partner in the building. The Parkdale Food Centre (PFC) is getting ready to move into the building’s lower level. Story Neil McKinnon “I think it isby wonderful to have the Parkdale Food Centre as a Continued on page 3

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we found a few things you may not know about her. We thought it would be fun to interview her husband Glenn as well. Look for that piece in the next issue of KT! March 6 The holy grail of local theatre Hintonburg’s theatre company, Orpheus Musical Theatre Society, raised the curtain and brought down the house in the spring with their adapted production of SPAMALOT, a musical based on classic film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. The crew for the production, which ran at Centrepointe Theatre from March 7-16, featured two Kitchissippi locals PAGE 7 kitchissippi HOMES+C NDOS and Orpheus veterNEWSWEST ans, John Solman heading the production and behind-thescenes work, and Dennis Van Staalduinen taking on four classic Python characters. SECTION STARTS

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February 6 Kickstarter Kickstarter campaign gets inked campaign gets inked Hintonburg’s hip new tattoo studio and art gallery was February 6, 2014 getting ready to open its doors in February. A successful Kickstarter campaign had brought owners Alex Neron and Marta Jarzabek the funds needed to renovate the dilapidated space on 3 Hamilton Ave. “We were looking at different Summer locations for the business – Camps Hintonburg was definitely our first choice on where to get established,” said Neron. “I like the style, you can really feel it in this area.” Alex Neron took to the web to share his story and reach out to the local community for support, and it paid off.

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March 20 Parents get a better Broadview Parents get a better Broadview In March, COD: Broadview Public March 20, 2014 School got word that the school would receive funding for a rebuild. Years of hard work on the part of parents, school board members and school staff had paid off. In November, local residents heard about plans for the new school design, raising concerns for some about the preservation of the heritage elements of the school built in 1927. Site approvals are still underway and construction is planned to begin in the spring or summer. Turn to page 7 in this issue for a historical perspective on Broadview P.S. The

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April 17 A rare bird in Hintonburg Last winter, pink lawn flamingos began appearing on the lawn of Hintonburg couple, Natalie Hanson and now Councillor Jeff Leiper. Every now and then another would arrive: one made of knitted yarn, another fashioned out of thin metal, big ones and small ones. Since the story ran, Hanson has received one inflatable flamingo, a Hawaiian punch mix with funky flamingo glasses, and three flamingos on her birthday. The mystery of the mysterious flamingo fairy (fairies?) remains

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May 15 New development breaks ground In May, Westboro Connection officially got underway. The mixed-use development on McRae Avenue will include retail and office space, as well as 126 rental apartment units. Hugh Gorman, principal at BridgePort Realty Capital Partners says construction has been on schedule since spring and they expect to have it completed and occupied in November 2015. Local residents appreciated that Bridgeport provided opportunities for residents to work with the development team to minimize impact on the neighbourhood. May 29 Local advocate takes up UN role In May, Champlain Park resident Leilani Farha was appointed to the United Nations Human Rights Council as the UN Special Rapporteur on adequate housing. For the next three years, she will be investigating and recommending improvements for people’s housing conditions around the world. “You’re kind of like a public servant, except on the world stage, and your job is to address inadequate housing on a global scale,” explained Farha. Your Community Newspaper

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June 12 Taking the reins In June, Tudor Robins launched her second youngadult book, Appaloosa Taking the reins Summer, a novel about an escape to a wild island, a scruffy horse, and two teens emerging from personal June 12, 2014 losses who find something together. Although the story is fiction, Robins drew from her own experience when writing it. “In my mind, I always picture this neighbourhood,” said the McKellar Park resident. Print and e-versions are available on Amazon.ca and on her website tudorrobins.ca. Continued on page 5 Tudor Robins says the community “has been amazing and supportive” of her writing. Photo by Denise Deby.

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June 26 One for the road As the city was gearing up for Bluesfest, we caught up with local musician Cory Levesque, a solo guitarist and member of Ottawa bands Jonathan Becker & The North Fields and Fresh Hell. He made his Bluesfest debut a couple weeks later when The North Fields took the stage. The softspoken artist explained the appeal of being on the road and what drives him as a songwriter and performer.

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July 24 What’s Kitchissippi reading? This year we started a new tradition: asking notable Kitchissippi residents what’s on their summer reading list. Locals such as artist Andrew King, Westfest founder Elaina Martin, photographer Justin van L e e u w e n , Parkdale Food Centre’s Executive Director Karen Secord, and What’s Kitchissippi reading? Member of Parliament Paul Dewar all shared some of their July 24, 2014 favourite books and let us in on what they’re reading now. Good news for 2015 book clubs: the entire book list can be viewed online at kitchissippi.com/kt-reads-2014.

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September 18 Bringing home the Ice Bucket Challenge Remember the Ice Bucket Challenge? Dumping icy water on yourself to raise money for ALS charities was a widespread trend in 2014. For Westboro resident Issie Rabinowitz, it was encouraging to see people pay attention to the disease that has paralyzed his body. “ALS can be easy to overlook, as only about 3,000 people in Canada suffer from the condition,” he explained. “Not only is there no cure for ALS, there is still no viable treatment for its symptoms.”

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November 27 Four local writers featured in new Chicken Soup for the Soul book Chicken Soup for the Soul: Christmas in Canada (2014) is a heartwarming collection of 101 holiday stories, and four of them are from Kitchissippi writers: Mary Ellen Kot, Crystal Thieringer, Anita Grace, and James A. Gemmell. Each story speaks of the importance of family and the magic that is created during the holidays. Kot said she was happy to be part of the Chicken Soup collection, which she describes as “something cheerful that shows us the good in the people around us.”

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October 2 The doors are open On September 18, the Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC) Rosemount branch celebrated its grand opening. Located at 30 Rosemount Ave., it offers health services and social services. In December, Parkdale Food Centre moved into the lower level of the same building, making this a comprehensive hub for people in the neighbourhoods of Hintonburg, Mechanicsville and Wellington West. “I’m excited about the future of our partnership,” said SWCHC Executive Director Jack McCarthy. October 17 See what matters most to Kitchissippi’s community associations As Kitchissippi residents geared up for Ottawa’s municipal elections on October 27, we checked in with nine local community associations to find out their biggest concerns. Traffic, transportation and the management of Kitchissippi’s rapid development were all key themes across the ward. Association leaders also men-

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steadily on the rise around these parts. It’s art that doesn’t belong to anyone, wasn’t made to be bought or sold, and exists for anyone and everyone to simply enjoy; a splash of colour to cut through a landscape of whites and greys. The latest additions to the public’s collection are courtesy of Hintonburg painter Daniel Martelock. His work currently adorns the Bell telephone

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tioned the need to protect green space, make the streets safer for cyclists, and have more consultation about LRT plans. October 31 New community art projects brighten grey spaces Community art is for everyone. Hintonburg artist, Daniel Martelock, has offered his work to the community in public spaces. Martelock also teamed up with craftsman neighbour, Craig O’Brien, to create over 260 fanciful birdhouses for the newly opened Somerset West Community Health Centre on Rosemount. “We wanted this [art] to be something the community could own, that they could touch and feel and approach,” explained O’Brian.

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Reflecting on Broadview and the heritage question By Dave Allston

Kitchissippi is at a crossroads, and the future of Broadview Public School, is at stake. A classic battle is brewing, pitting history and heritage against a desperate need for new and modernized educational facilities. In this case, the proposed rebuild of Broadview Public School – a tremendous success story at a time when inner-city school construction is rarely a board priority and keeping up with suburban growth is an incredible challenge – is at risk of delays and/or design changes due to a potential heritage designation. I recognize that heritage designation is rarely an easy decision. Both sides come to the table with completely opposing priorities, and both feel the other is ignorant of what is really important. In this case, parents and community groups just want to have a modern, safe and functional school for children to attend. Much work has been put into getting to this point, and any threat that it may be lost or delayed further would rightfully cause consternation. On the opposite side are the heritage fighters. They may have no other stake in the building other than wanting to protect it for the importance of preserving history and a link to the past. Until only a few years ago, these individuals barely had a voice. Throughout the mid-20th century, during a period of so-called “urban renewal,” vintage buildings were demolished throughout the city, and our neighbourhood, without a fight. Can you imagine if Keg Manor or the Soeurs de la Visitation Convent had been torn down during that era? Sadly, Kitchissippi has lost many impressive landmark homes and structures over time, but the discussion at the moment is whether Broadview’s original

portion (the “Tower”) is worthy of such protection. Where the tower sits now would become the parking lot of the new school. Broadview School was originally named Broadway Avenue School, and it remained so until the street changed names in 1941. It was built in 1916 in the midst of an all-out explosion of the burgeoning subdivisions of Highland Park, Westboro and McKellar Townsite. In 1910, the new Westboro School had been built on Main Street (now Churchill Avenue) to serve all students of the area, but it couldn’t keep up with area growth. A 1915 annex didn’t do much to help. Highland Park had been subdivided only to Golden until 1909, and the McKellar subdivision was created in 1911. Hilson had been added in 1914 and it alleviated some of the burden, but continued demand led to Broadway being built in 1916. It cost $30,000, and also accommodated the first high school classes for the area (then called “continuation classes”) before Nepean High School was built in 1922. A major fire on the morning of December 31, 1926 destroyed the school completely. Plans for a new school were drawn up immediately, and 35 tenders were received. Significant debate about the budget ensued, many pushing to keep costs close to the $40,000 insurance payout from the first school (which was deemed not possible by the architects). Many pushed for a completely new design but a compromise was eventually reached. The original foundations of the 1916 school were re-used in the construction and the Nepean ratepayers accepted the proposal cost of $75,000 (the overage to be covered by 20-year debentures). Construction began soon after. Eight further additions throughout the Continued on page 12

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Continued from page 8 ally have too many ideas. I appreciate the desire to make your wedding stand out from your friends’ but a big part of our job is counselling to determine what your essentials are and then streamline your focus.” “When you have an idea you think is trendy, often it’s a trend that’s already on its way out so we look at your point of inspiration and then create

members of the parish to get married at St. George’s although an initial meeting with the pastor is necessary before a date can be set. The wedding ceremony is a Catholic Mass or Catholic Service, celebrated by a priest or deacon. Their recently-renovated parish hall, with a capacity for 200, includes a large kitchen. St. George’s also boasts a massive exterior staircase, ideal for group pictures. The First Unitarian Church on Cleary Avenue, near the Ottawa River Parkway, is a welcoming place where any couple, regardless of faith or sexual orientation, can be married. Couples are encouraged to customize their ceremony with the help of a licensed and trained Lay Chaplain. The worship hall, which seats 300, is a large, open space with cathedral ceiling and huge windows, as well as a grand piano. The adjacent church hall holds 160 for a standing reception or can accommodate 100 for a sit-down meal. From spring through fall, the church’s award-winning garden is ideal for wedding photos. All Saints’ Anglican on Richmond Road is one of Kitchissippi’s oldest churches, celebrating its 150th anniversary this year. Co-located in the historic building is First United Church. Parishoners’ weddings have been celebrated in the little chapel since 1845; it has a capacity of 50 people while the larger church holds 250. The church has a beautiful cobblestone courtyard, ideal for photos; Maplelawn Garden is just a few block away.

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always seasonal and in the summer months, emphasize lighter fare. “The most important thing is that the food must be excellent and well executed, so not every creative idea can be incorporated. This is why it is so important to work with an experienced caterer whom you trust and with whom you can communicate, to be sure the food and service come together flawlessly on your special day.”

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It’s an impressive opportunity for any young soccer player, to be sure, but Marin is only 13-years-old, testing her skills against international players four years her senior. “Since the opportunity is there, I have to take it. I have to practice and practice and practice to even have a shot at something amazing,” says Marin. Soccer has been her passion since her first kicks at age four. Since then, it has shaped her life: daily practice after school, online videos, and coaching from the Ottawa Royals Futuro program, where she plays as the only girl on her team. “Ever since I was little, I said to myself, ‘if you practice, and if you get better, then you’re going to be an amazing player.’ And that got me to the level I am today. And I’m really happy about that.” Her father, Julio Marin, has played a big role in her development. His days living and playing soccer in Costa Rica connected him with some of the scouts that have shown an interest in his daughter, who is eligible to play with the island nation by virtue of her dual citizenship. It is clear to Marin that she wouldn’t be where she is today without his support. “My dad did push me a lot. My dad is the reason why I keep going. He’s the one that I can trust with everything,” she says. When she was 12 years old, Marin was invited to Costa Rica to experience playing with the U17 team. That competitive environment only strengthened her resolve. “First time I went, I was pretty overwhelmed. I realized that this is the time that you have to come out of your shell – and you have to play to your maximum potential. Because if you don’t, they’re just going to send you home.” Hoping one day to make it to professional leagues and to play for international squads on the world stage, Marin knows she can achieve something “beyond extraordinary.” Without a hint of doubt in her voice, she says, “one day, I’ll go down in history.”

The young Westboro striker has had more international experience than most his age – or twice his age, for that matter. Though born in Canada, he has lived in both the Philippines and Egypt, before returning to Ottawa. Last fall, he ventured to England on special invitation from the two clubs who had noticed his budding talent. Abatneh recalls the events that took him across the pond. “We were playing a match against our arch rivals. I guess my coaches thought I played really well. Then they texted my dad and said, ‘we’ll see you tomorrow. We’ll chat about something special,’” he says, a smile breaking across his face. Normally under instruction from his Ottawa Royals Futuro coaches, Abatneh discovered a whole new side of the game with the professional clubs. “In England it’s very physical. It’s all about strength,” he says, in comparison to the technical focus he has found from North American and other European soccer approaches. “It’s very intense. Everything there is done with intensity. I think I grew as a player there, and I learned a lot.” Such rare opportunities have been memorable for Abatneh, who had a chance to play in a coveted Arsenal jersey. When he had the chance to shoot for his favourite team, he didn’t miss. “I’ve always wanted to play for them… it’s amazing to score for them.” Between his coaches here and his supplementary training in England, Abatneh’s mind and body are tuned to the game. His focus doesn’t break, even midconversation when soccer balls fly his way. “I think this academy is a great place for me to develop. I really enjoy it. We train everyday, except for Monday when we have classroom sessions. The training pays off.” Abatneh admits that all of this effort can be overwhelming, even if it’s worth it. For such a young player, keeping his head on his shoulders and his feet on the ball sometimes requires some perspective. “My parents tell me, ‘don’t give up.’ That’s the key,” says Abatneh. With this attitude, the modest young player heads back to England this summer, eyes set on his spot in professional soccer.

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Councillor Leiper’s plan for 2015 involves many opportunities for “meaningful discussions” Story and photo by Craig Lord

Jeff Leiper was sworn in as the councillor of Kitchissippi Ward on Dec. 1, but he started working for residents very soon after the polls closed. “It took about six hours since I got elected before the text messages and emails turned from ‘Congratulations Jeff, this is awesome!’ to ‘let’s talk about the pedestrian crossing at the corner of Island Park and Merivale,’” Leiper muses. Since then, he has taken only a single day off. The rest of his 14-hour days are spent getting caught up on ward issues, establishing his office and duties, and speaking with new constituents. The new councillor’s office was flooded early on with calls about getting busses off Scott street, proposed developments for the corner of Clare & Tilson, and concerns about the LRT. “In that first week, I was just like, oh my god, we’re just being hammered with requests,” says Leiper. “People wait until they know how the election’s going to turn out… And then, boom, they’re posting to Twitter.” Getting up to speed on ward issues can be challenging. Outgoing councillors destroy their records from their time in office, leaving the arriving councillor with a mountain of municipal history and resident concerns to catch up on. After about three weeks on the job, Leiper says his team found its rhythm.

“In terms of it being a challenge, I’ve got to say it hasn’t been,” says Coun. Leiper. “Residents have not been shy in letting me know what their concerns were in the past term.”

“In terms of it being a challenge, I’ve got to say it hasn’t been. Residents have not been shy in letting me know what their concerns were in the past term,” he says. The hours for a city councillor are selfimposed, but demanding. Making it out to every event can seem exciting for a new representative, but Leiper says that finding the proper work-life balance has been a challenge. “It’s a temptation for me, that this work is so fun, that you could do it 24/7.” While it’s becoming easier for his wife and teenage son, he says that he’s grateful for gentle reminders from colleagues who advise him to pull back. While Leiper is proud of his performance

these first crucial weeks, he’s anxious to get to work on some of the issues in the ward that “won’t take shape until the new year.” Many of his ideas have to do with making himself – and the rest of the community – more accessible to residents. In December, he began offering “ward pop-up offices,” one-on-one informal community meetings which will take place at various locations across Kitchissippi. Five residents showed up at his first popup at the Hintonburg Community Centre on Dec. 19. Starting Jan. 17, Leiper will be making good on a campaign promise to bring town halls to the ward. Every three months, community associations and residents can speak at a round table event to update one another on all things Kitchissippi. Once the formal forum ends, the tables and chairs will be put away for a more casual platform to discuss community ideas. Leiper says this is where he sees residents best being heard. “That’s where people are going to start talking to each other offline, and have those meaningful discussions,” he says. Leiper is excited by his chance to work on his recently assigned committees. His MONDAY seats onMONDAY the planning, transit, and environment committees reflect what residents TUESDAY were looking for in the election. His history working in the technology TUESDAY sector and for the CRTC informed his 3pm - Close 3pm - Close

requests to work on the film and television and information technology committees, where he feels he can make an impact. Coun. Leiper is optimistic about 2015. He wants to look at removing extra busses on Scott Street and ensure that LRT is going to be completely submerged beneath the Sir John A. MacDonald Parkway. He is also passionate about projects that promote cycling and live music in Ottawa. He is confident that he can do all of this, but is prepared – perhaps as residents should be – to face obstacles ahead. “There’s going to be compromise. You’re not going to get everything you want… There’s not all the money to do everything that we want to do… But I think we’re going to make significant progress and we’re always going to be moving in the right direction. And that’s exciting. That’s exciting.”

POPPING UP ACROSS THE WARD On regular Fridays for the next few months, Coun. Leiper will be setting up a “Pop-Up Ward Office” at a variety of public locations across Kitchissippi. Residents are encouraged to drop by to chat about on any issue and no appointment is needed. Bookmark KitchissippiWard. ca, or follow @KitchissippiWard on Twitter or Facebook for dates and times of future pop-up drop-in sessions.

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Preserving collective memories through architecture Continued from page 7 years have resulted in the Broadview of today. To be designated under the Ontario Heritage Act, a structure must satisfy at least one of three criteria: Design or Physical Value, Historical or Associative Value and Contextual Value. The evaluation prepared for the City has identified that the tower portion satisfies all 3, and thus has significant “cultural heritage value.” The City is expediting the review process, and Broadview will be on the agenda of the Built Heritage Subcommittee, Planning Committee and City Council in January. Depending on their findings, the Board may have to re-examine the site plan and design. Already parents and community groups have questioned the design plan, with concerns about the lack of a (much needed) permanent stage, a second gym, and projected enrollment figures that already appear flawed and outdated. The opportunity (or rather, the requirement) to take a second look may be

“To be designated under the Ontario Heritage Act, a structure must satisfy at least one of three criteria: Design or Physical Value, Historical or Associative Value and Contextual Value.” a good thing. My personal view is that the original 1927 structure should be saved, and used as an annex to the new school during the day, and by the community on evenings and weekends. This building takes up less than two per cent of the Broadview property. It is also on the northeastern corner, mitigating the effect it might have on the design change. The Board will have options how to accomplish this. A P3 agreement, properly planned, can be successful (take for example, Lansdowne Park) and can benefit the community while saving the Board costs against the rebuild plan. Heritage comes at a

cost, the onus of which should not be just on the Board. The municipality can shoulder some costs, and perhaps the neighbourhood could as well. We have already lost Hilson and Churchill schools. This is our final remaining link to Nepean Township School Section #2, and one of a handful of remaining historical structures in Westboro. I just hope that the possibility of a delay, or alteration to the original plan, won’t blind members of the school community to pause and consider the value of protecting this Westboro landmark. The question of heritage rarely has a simple answer, but it is vital. It is important to pre-

serve these ties because it maintains an intrinsic understanding of where we came from. It’s a memorial to the past, which, once removed, is forever lost. Buildings like Broadview school are a lasting symbol of the people and the lives they’ve lived. Westboro is not Westboro without these landmarks, and although that is not to say that we need to retain everything that is a certain number of years old, we should be better at protecting our built history for future generations. Dave Allston is a local historian who specializes in house histories. He’s a former Broadview student, and future Broadview parent.

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KT LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Is fear inhibiting our ability to turn challenges into opportunities? Re: Nov. 27 Neighbours for Smart Western Rail’s Letter to Editor Dear Editor, With the strong words from that letter, it really got me thinking – again and somewhat differently – about this Western LRT issue through our neighbourhood. As the letter suggested, if the route were to come down on Richmond Road itself – and let’s assume it were to be underground on Richmond – would Byron Linear Park be destroyed? I wonder. Perhaps that is just an example of how fear can always play up in our collective mind, and inhibit our ability to rise above it. In fact, we might have been showered with fears for some time now – from requirement and technical constraints, sheer difficulties of some nature, insurmountable costs, to opportunistic fear spinning which is something that our political stripes love to make use of. Rather than giving in, why not turn the challenge into an opportunity? My own NIMBY’ism would have made me cry out to move the LRT to Carling and away from this neighbourhood. While I do see some good rationales to make about Carling, if we can park that aside for a moment, how do we make this project work for us in this community? If the route were to come down on SJAM parkway, is it not possi-

ble to use the opportunity to make that green space even better than today at the same time? If the route were to run across Rochester Field, is it not possible to use the opportunity to revitalize that area, and change the Rochester Field to a Rochester Park, and enlarge the usefulness of that area at the same time? If the route were to run along Richmond and Byron corridor, is it not possible to use the opportunity to further beautify the Byron Linear Park and make it a park envied by others? To enable that thinking, we have to have an open mind, seek out and evaluate all possible options, and find a solution that has real value to the community and can truly stand the test of time. That thinking is even truer for the driver of the project, our City Hall. Keep fear at bay and it may just work better. Jimmy Cheng McKellar Park

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JANUARY 9 - CHARITY SPIN CLASS The first Ottawa Fit Charity Spin of the year is coming up on Friday, January 9th with talented local instructor Marni Harris. The ride goes from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a suggested donation of $10 per hour. The recipient this month will be Medecins Sans Frontieres. Visit ottawafit.com for details. JANUARY 17 - DOVERCOURT WINTER CARNIVAL & FLOAT IN MOVIE Residents are invited to come out to Dovercourt Recreation Centre’s Winter Carnival for an evening of fun on Saturday, January 17 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Take part in horse-drawn sleigh rides, toboggan bowling, ice skating, face painting and more. Finish the evening in comfort with warm drinks and food sold by Adams Apple Café and a toasty seat at a bonfire, all outdoors in Westboro Kiwanis Park. For more information go to dovercourt.org. JANUARY 17 - KITCHISSIPPI FORUM This is the first of Coun. Leiper’s quarterly community forums, and it will be taking place 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hintonburg Community Centre. All Kitchissippi residents are invited to attend. Representatives from area community associations will provide brief updates on issues and projects of interest to the ward. Coun. Leiper will be providing his own update and there will also be an open question period. For more information go to kitchissippiward. ca/content/KitchissippiForum. JANUARY 17 - FREE QI-GONG WORKSHOP Taught by Master James Foo from 9 a.m. to noon at 630 Island Park Dr., Kitchissippi United Church. Space is limited: first come, first serve. Parking at church is available. For more information call 613 762 8893 or e-mail afung46@hotmail.com. JANUARY 24 - FREE LEGION SENIORS PROGRAM PRESENTATION The Shepherds of Good Hope and Soldiers

Helping Soldiers will share innovative ways to assist homeless veterans and other vulnerable men and women at a free seminar from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Westboro Legion, 391 Richmond Rd. For information email mgarten@shepherdsofgoodhope.com JANUARY 26 - TRAVELOGUE OF ENGLAND Come to the Carlingwood branch of the Ottawa Public Library for a tour of England, slowly by train with a brief visit to Scotland with world traveler Alex Bissett. This free seminar begins at 7 p.m. To register, go to biblioottawalibrary.ca. FEBRUARY 2 - AN INTRODUCTION TO STAMP COLLECTING AND POSTAL HISTORY This hour-long session at the Carlingwood branch of the Ottawa Public Library provides attendees with a general introduction to collecting stamps and postal history. Topics include where to acquire stamps, what supplies and tools are useful to collectors and different methods of arranging and storing stamps. The session will be led by members of the Ottawa Philatelic Society, who will also share their own collecting interests. Questions and discussions are both welcome and encouraged. This free session begins at 7 p.m. To register, go to biblioottawalibrary.ca. FEBRUARY 3 - AN EVENING WITH HEATHER MENZIES Come to West End Well (969 Wellington St. West) to hear and talk about Heather’s vision for reclaiming the commons to connect people and places for the good of us all in shared habitats like our neighbourhood. She will begin her seminar by examining a few of the words that are part of the Commons heritage. For example, did you know that ‘pub’ originally designated the ‘public house’ where commons meetings were held? What did the words ‘loan’, ‘credit’ and ‘stint’ (versus unstinting) mean? Heather Menzies is an award-winning magazine and book writer and adjunct professor at Carleton University. She has just completed her 10th book, Reclaiming the Commons for the Common

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FRIDAY OPEN MIC NIGHTS Show off your musical chops and bask in the applause at the Westboro Legion! We have the sound equipment so just bring your talent and instrument(s). For information, call the branch any afternoon at 613-725-2778. YOUR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS For up-to-date news on your neighbourhood, stay in touch with your community association. Information about events, traffic changes, development, neighbourhood clubs, volunteer opportunities and board meetings is available from the following Community Association websites.

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