Yada Yada Yada! Our From the Other Side column reflects on memories from Seinfeld.
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Councillor Wilson Lo comments on city plan to deal with leaking garbage trucks
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Barrhaven BIA’s 2024 Barrhaven Harvest Fest draws thousands to Nepean Woods Park & Ride
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The fair season for the summer and fall of 2024 got underway in the Carleton riding as the Capital Fair took place on the grounds of the Rideau Carleton Casino Future Hard Rock.
From its beginning in 1975 as the four-day, Gloucester Festival of Friends at the Earl Armstrong Arena, the Capital Fair has continually grown and evolved. In 1984, Ontario Minister of Agriculture and Food Dennis Timbrell granted the event Ontario Agricultural status, creating the Gloucester Fair.
As the fair outgrew its original location, it was moved to the Rideau Carleton Raceway in 1998. This year, we celebrated the 25th anniversary of the fair being hosted in the Carleton riding.
There are two more fall fairs coming up within the Carleton riding.
The 180th Richmond Fair takes place Sept. 1922. It is one of Canada’s oldest and largest rural fairs, and is highlighted by the Richmond Fair Parade that runs every year from South Carleton High School, up McBean Street and ends at the Richmond Fairgrounds.
Two weeks later, the 168th annual Metcalfe Fair takes place at the Metcalfe Fairgrounds. It runs from Oct. 3-6 and is generally the last fall fair of the season in Eastern Ontario.
Fall fairs and the agricultural societies that run them are an important part of the rural landscape, both in the Carleton riding and throughout the Province of Ontario.
The Ontario government is implementing the most comprehensive plan in Canada to restrict stu-
dent use of cellphones and ban vaping in schools. By removing distractions, students can focus their attention on academic achievement, which will include modernized courses in business and career studies, and technological education.
The new provincewide measures are taking effect on September 1, 2024 to directly counter the alarming rise of vaping and cellphone distractions in schools. The new rules will help combat the negative impact mobile devices, social media and vaping are having on academic achievement, mental health and physical well-being.
The government is supporting the implementation of the new rules, including:
- supporting the expansion of programs that offer direct supports for students who are at risk of substance use and addictive behaviours
- supporting School Mental Health Ontario to develop webinars and resources for parents and students to learn how to talk about the adverse effects of vaping and excessive cellphone usage
- supporting school boards to work with their parent involvement committees to enable parents and community partners to run grassroots campaigns to deter vaping and cellphone distractions
- Further, as announced in Budget 2024, $30 million to school boards for vape detectors and other security upgrades in schools
Beginning this fall, there will be a new graduation requirement and several new courses for Grade 9 and 10 students as the government con-
tinues to modernize the curriculum:
- Grade 9 students will be required to earn a Grade 9 or 10 Technological Education credit as part of their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. These courses will allow students to explore and apply fundamental technological concepts as well as the engineering
design process.
- Two experiential courses in Business Studies for students in Grades 9 and 10 will help students to develop an entrepreneurial mindset, learn the importance of taking initiative, find creative solutions to issues as well as learn how to start and run a business.
- For Grade 10 stu-
dents, mandatory learning on mental health literacy has been expanded in the Career Studies course. Students will learn how to recognize the signs of being overwhelmed as well as where to find help locally when needed.
- In April 2024, Ontario revised the provincial
Code of Conduct to update the rules on the use of personal mobile devices and vaping and tobacco products in schools. These tough new measures are designed to remove distractions, improve student outcomes and promote healthy decision-making among students.
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- In addition to explicitly banning e-cigarettes in schools and school-related settings, Ontario is responding to the popularity of vaping among students by strengthening existing mandatory learning on cannabis and vaping and digital citizenship, with an emphasis on the elementary curriculum.
- To increase awareness among Ontario parents about new cellphone and vaping rules in classrooms impacting their children this fall, the government has launched an advertising campaign. Visit Ontario.ca/ SchoolRules for more information.
- The Better Schools and Student Outcomes Act, 2023, which received Royal Assent in June 2023, ensures the province’s public education system focuses on what matters most: important life-long skills, like reading, writing and math.
The Ontario government is releasing a new set of land-use planning rules
that will continue to provide municipalities with the tools and flexibility they need to hit their housing targets in a way that is responsive to local challenges and reflective of local priorities. Building on the government’s Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, the new Provincial Planning Statement (PPS) will help municipalities support growth by reducing and streamlining planning rules, simplifying approvals to build homes and eliminating duplication. It also gives municipalities additional tools and flexibility that will help get more homes built across the province.
The new PPS, which consolidates the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 and A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, streamlines land-use planning and cuts red tape by creating one province-wide land-use planning policy statement, which eliminates over 100 pages and 30,000 words of administrative burden and will
save municipal staff an estimated 6,600 hours.
The PPS is a set of directions provided by the province that municipal planners, planning boards, and decision makers follow for land-use planning and development in Ontario. They use the PPS to make longterm plans for how their community will gr ow. This helps them, as well as the province, forecast and plan for which areas will be used for new housing, which areas will be used for industry, and which areas will be reserved for farming, parks and other greenspaces so that we will have the homes and businesses we need, while ensuring the protection of agricultural lands, cultural heritage and natural areas.
The new PPS promotes building more homes on underused lowdensity lands like shopping plazas and malls
The new PPS also encourages building a broader range of housing options, including housing for students and seniors. It supports better and
more integrated planning for future growth in a way that maximizes public investment by, for example, promoting better coordination between municipalities and school boards.
The new PPS is responsive to input from three rounds of consultations over two years, including engagement with Indigenous communities and organizations, and represents provincial land-use planning interests from 21 government ministries, such as the protection of agricultural areas, aggregates, and natural heritage and the planning for infrastructure such as roads and energy supply. The new PPS will come into effect on October 20, 2024.
Quick Facts
- Ontario is currently experiencing unprecedented growth, with more than 500,000 new residents in 2022 and projections forecasting an additional two million in the near future.
- Ontario is supporting standardized designs for housing, including for modular homes, and innovative construction methods, such as through upcoming changes to the Building Code to support the use of mass timber.
- Through the first round of investments from the province’s Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund, the province is enabling the construction of more than 500,000 new homes by investing $970 million to help municipalities
develop, repair, rehabilitate and expand drinking water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure.
“Be who you are and say what you feel, because who mind don’t matter, and those who matter don’t mind.”
- Dr. Seuss
Office Notice:
My office is open Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm. If you require assistance on any matter, please contact me at any time. My staff and I will be happy to assist. Even if it’s not a provincial issue, I’ll make sure to connect you with the proper office.
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Beer, wine, cider and ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages are now available in a number of Barrhaven convenience stores.
While local convenience stores and gas stations were given the green light to sell alcoholic beverages beginning Sept. 5, the availability
of products was more of a work in progress than having everything ready to go immediately.
Petro-Canada on Strandherd Road, for example, had one refrigerator partially full and another earmarked for alcoholic drinks waiting for product placement.
Kathy S.
“I haven’t been able to buy a bottle of wine yet, but the store will be two blocks away from my house rather than having to go to the LCBO and battle through traffic and a congested parking lot to get a spot. That alone can be a 15 or 20 minute trek each way.”
Jean B.
“I love the convenience and I will buy some things here, but I will still go to LCBO and the Beer Store on occasion. The store will be good if you want something quickly, but they won’t have the selection that the other stores have.”
Matt T.
“I work in construction and my roommate and I would often stop and pick up a couple of Twisted Teas on the way home after a long, hot day. This will make that a lot easier for us.”
Sarah H.
“We don’t drink beer at home but we like wine, but we will still go to the LCBO because of the selection they have. We enjoy a few different wines from California and Chile, and more recently Australia. The gas stations and convenience stores won’t be carrying what we will be looking for.”
Ahmed F.
“I think it’s great. It’s handy, it’s close, and you won’t have to stand in line at the LCBO for 15 or 20 minutes just for a couple of coolers and some Coors Light. The whole thing really makes me look back and wonder why their union went on strike in the summer just to try and prevent someone like me buying a few beers when I get gas.”
“People have been asking, but it will probably take a few more days,” said a store employee over the weekend.
That Corner Store on Greenbank Road in Half Moon Bay also had some drinks available but was not fully stocked yet.
“A lot of people are asking about the drinks and are very positive about it, but it will take a little more time before we have everything.”
The province accelerated its plan to sell alcoholic drinks in convenience stores and gas stations and allowed the drinks to be sold Sept. 5. It marked the largest expansion of consumer choice and convenience in provincial alcohol sales since the end of prohibition almost 100 years ago. As of September 5, 4,187 convenience stores across Ontario were licensed to sell alcoholic beverages, in addition to nearly 3,000 other licensed retail outlets as well as takeaway options from licensed bars and restaurants.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford said the expansion “delivers on our government’s promise to give people in Ontario the same choice
and convenience enjoyed by people throughout the rest of Canada… We’re also creating new opportunities to produce and sell world-class Ontario-made beer, wine and ready-to-drink beverages in nearly 4,200 convenience stores across the province.”
The government’s phased expansion, which began earlier this year, is giving customers across Ontario more choice and convenience, supporting businesses and helping to promote Ontariomade beverage producers. By the end of October 2024, as part of the government’s plan to expand alcohol sales, every eligible convenience, grocery and big-box grocery store in Ontario will be able to sell beer, cider, wine
and ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages if they choose to do so.
“People finally have more options to responsibly and conveniently support local Ontario breweries and wineries – or whatever their drink-of-choice may be –even closer to home,” said Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance. He called the announcement another milestone in the government’s commitment to deliver more choice and convenience to consumers.
“In addition to supporting Ontario retailers, domestic producers and workers in the alcohol industry, our vision for a better marketplace has come to life thanks to
people and businesses across the province,” Bethlenfalvy said.
The province is also permanently allowing the transfer of wine and spirits between locations with the same owner and/or affiliated licensees in order to help bars and restaurants effectively manage inventory, and is allowing licensed grocery and convenience stores to display alcoholic beverages in multiple areas of a store, while maintaining smallproducer shelf space requirements as well as policies that will continue to ensure the safe and responsible sale of alcohol.
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While local convenience store owners and operators are happy to offer beer, wine and coolers, they are consistent with stores across Ontario.
“This long-awaited opportunity represents a significant advancement for our industry and has the potential to substantially increase foot traffic, thereby enhancing the overall
performance of our businesses,” said Kenny Shim, a convenience store owner and the President of the Ontario Convenience Stores Association.
“We understand that the introduction of beverage alcohol sales will come with its own set of challenges, particularly in terms of adhering to the rigorous regulations established by
the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). However, we are confident in our ability to meet these challenges head-on, just as we have successfully managed the complexities of tobacco and lottery sales. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Premier Ford for championing this initiative. We look forward to collaborating with the AGCO, LCBO, and the Ministry of Finance to ensure a smooth transition into this new category and to contribute positively to the province’s retail land-
scape,” Shim added.
To support Ontario’s beverage alcohol industry, at least 20 per cent of the beer, cider, wine and ready-todrink beverages on display in grocery and convenience stores must be produced by craft producers.
“Our local craft breweries are excited to be able to sell their fantastic products on convenience store shelves across the province,” said Scott Simmons, President of Ontario Craft Brewers. “The Ontario Craft Brewers (OCB) have been relentless in advocating for a new retail system that puts consumers first and makes it easier to find local beer. And because of the government’s focus on supporting local, we are thrilled that at least 20 per cent of products will be from local producers in communities right across this province. So, we encourage everyone who goes to pick up their next beer at their local conven-
ience store to choose local - it means more jobs, more investment, and stronger communities right across Ontario. I think that’s something we can all Cheers!”
Over time, Ontario’s new, more open marketplace will introduce up to an estimated 8,500 new stores where these products can be sold.
Quickie Rideaucrest – 1 Rideaucrest Drive, Nepean
Quickie Barrhaven – 2201 Jockvale Road, Nepean
Proxi Nepean – 1660 Merivale Road, Nepean
Circle K – 418 Moodie Drive, Nepean
Prince of Wales Market – 1896 Prince of Wales Drive, Nepean
Circle K – 1545 Greenbank Road, Nepean
That Corner Store – 3812 Greenbank Road, Nepean
A2Z Corner – 605 Longfields Drive, Nepean
Circle K – 4184 Spratt Road, Gloucester
Gas stations
MacEwen – 685 River Road, Gloucester
Shell – 2950 Woodroffe Avenue, Nepean
Shell – 3190 Prince of Wales Drive – Nepean
Canadian Tire Gas Bar – 2201 Greenbank Road, Nepean
Circle K/Esso – 3580 Strandherd Drive, Nepean
Petro Canada – 3775 Strandherd Drive, Nepean
Petro Canada – 3766 Fallowfield Road, Nepean
Circle K/Esso – 1545 Woodroffe Avenue, Nepean
Petro Canada – 1431 Woodroffe Avenue, Nepean
Petro Canada - 3320 Fallowfield Road, Nepean
Students are facing a brutal “COVID hangover” that continues to wreak havoc on their education and mental health. The pandemic didn’t just disrupt classrooms temporarily – it left deep, lasting scars that have yet to heal. The impact stretches far beyond the classroom, and society as a whole is paying the price.
The rapid shift to remote learning in early 2020 was a shock to the system. Schools closed almost overnight, forcing students and educators into virtual classrooms with little preparation. The challenges were immense, especially for those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Students from low-income families and rural areas faced limited access to the technology needed for online education, widening the gap in educational access and quality.
The damage to student learning has been profound, particularly for younger students. Studies show significant learning loss in core subjects like math and reading. But the impact goes beyond academics – students’ social and emotional development has been severely affected. The isolation, anxiety, and uncertainty of the pandemic led to widespread mental health issues, which further hindered academic performance and deepened the overall decline in student well-being.
As schools gradually returned to in-person learning, the long-term consequences of the pandemic became more apparent. The gap between high- and lowachieving students has widened, raising serious concerns about the effectiveness of online education.
To make matters worse, schools lowered achievement standards and inflated grades to account for the disruptions in learning. Remote instruction made it difficult for teachers to accurately assess student performance, resulting in grades that often didn’t reflect the student’s actual understanding. This has led to confusion and frustration among parents and students alike.
The toll of the COVID-19 policies on students’ mental health has been severe. The isolation of remote learning weakened their confidence and resilience, leaving many struggling to stay motivated. This has resulted in low self-esteem, poor academic performance, and increased behavioural issues. The absence of consistent, in-person learning has left lasting effects on students’ social and emotional development, making it harder for them to cope with stress and challenges. Mental health support and rethinking traditional education models are crucial if we hope to prepare students for a post-pandemic world.
Addressing these widespread issues requires more than just patchwork solutions. Continuous monitoring of both cognitive and emotional progress is essential.
COVID-19 has left an indelible mark on an entire generation of students, and its effects will ripple through society for years to come. The lack of resilience among recent graduates is already affecting universities and employers. Society must confront the serious “COVID hangover” that threatens the future of these students. Reform is urgently needed, and it must be a shared responsibility across all levels of the education system if we are to prevent a lost generation.
Dr. Perry Kinkaide is an advisor and director for several diverse public and private organizations.
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An entire column about nothing
I don’t think I have ever been invested in a TV show quite like I was when Seinfeld was on the air.
If you were into the show, doesn’t it seem like yesterday that we saw the last episode, and then we just waited in expectation that it would come back. How could it not?
But it didn’t.
All we are left with are reruns and memories.
Every now and then, I will make a Seinfeld reference when I am ranting about something, and I will be met with a blank stare. Then I realize, there are actually people out there who were not addicted to Seinfeld.
Not that there’s anything wrong with that.
But seriously, thinking about the 1990s and how I spent the entire decade talking about Seinfeld has made me realize that the entire depth of my persona is nothing but Bugs Bunny, Seinfeld, Kids in the Hall and Harry Potter references. I’m not even complex enough to work in Simpsons or Family Guy references. Oh, yes, and don’t forget the irrelevant sports trivia facts that drive the Diva absolutely bonkers.
Are you like that, too? Do you live in a world of pop culture references? Were you obsessed with Seinfeld?
At Lone Star, do you go out of your way to call out anyone who double dips their chips? Because, as we know, when you double dip, you may as well stick your whole face in the bowl.
When you are at a restaurant waiting for your table, do you giggle and then randomly say, in a Chinese accent, “Cartwright! Table for four!” And then you keep giggling while everyone just stares at you?
When you see someone at a distance ranting and raving while waving their arms in the air frantically, do you instantly make a Coco the Monkey reference?
Do you ever ask for only the top of the muffin when you’re at the Tim Hortons drive thru?
the New Jersey Devils’ game come on?
In past relationships, were you a bad breaker-upper? Did you use the “it’s not you, it’s me,” line?
Do you know any low-talkers, hightalkers or close-talkers?
Are you a baldist? (Do you discriminate against bald people?)
Do you ever go into Chapters and ask them if they have a coffee table book about coffee tables?
Do you sometimes worry that you’re a hipster doofus?
When you hear one of your friends say something funny, do you smile enthusiastically and say, “That’s gold, Jerry. Gold!”?
Do you ever get horrified yet fascinated when you hear a tractor mishap story and the victim ends up with toe thumbs?
When you sit down for dinner and someone serves you broccoli, do you refer to it as a vile weed?
Every year on December 23, do you erect a Festivus pole, and then air out your grievances and challenge a family member to feats of strength?
Do you ever describe someone as Penske material?
When you sit down on a plane and the stranger beside you decides to make small talk, do you ever tell them you are an importer/exporter of latex? Do you ever tell them you are a marine biologist?
When you are hungry for a snack at the gas station convenience store, do you get a bag of Rold Gold just so you can say, “These pretzels are making me thirsty.”?
Do you shut yourself in your car when you are stressed out and yell, “Serenity Now!”
Do you stop and stare at a Frogger game when you see one in a business or at an arcade? When you get a high score at a public video game, how often do you go back and look to check if you still have the high score?
Are you a re-gifter?
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Do you ever stop and take notice when someone is wearing a puffy shirt?
Have you ever stared at your hands at wondered if you could have been a hand model? Or, for the women, have you ever been worried that someone might think you have man hands?
Have you ever walked into a public restroom and asked someone in an occupied cubicle if they can spare a square?
Do you ever blurt out “No soup for you!” when you are serving lunch or dinner to your family?
When you watch hockey highlights on Sports Centre, do you ever make wiggly devil horns with your fingers and yell out, “The Devils!” whenever clips from
Have you ever looked at a friend’s baby and said he or she was “breathtaking”?
Have you ever described anything, from plants to diamonds, by saying “They’re real, and they’re spectacular!”?
Do you wish that some parts of the Queensway or the 401 had luxury lanes?
Did your father or grandfather own a beltless trench coat?
Do you ever randomly blurt out, “Stella!”
When this column is too short, does it have shrinkage? Or should I have stopped short and just written, “yada, yada, yada.”
I hope you enjoyed this barrage of Seinfeld memories. If you didn’t, well, that’s a shame.
The Editor, Why on earth do local groups and organizations feel compelled to take sides on the conflict between Israel and Hamas?
I am not going to take sides here at all. What I think doesn’t matter. I have never lived in Israel or Gaza so I have never experienced what both sides have faced. I am not qualified to even have an opinion.
What I do have an opinion on is how groups, particularly on the far left of the political spectrum, feel the need to take sides on something that is none of their business.
The first example of
this was by Fred Hahn, the backpedaling leader of CUPE who has become the king of posting antisemitic comments on the X platform and then taking them down and issuing an apology and claiming he is not antisemitic.
After the October 7 massacre by Hamas terrorists in Israel, Hahn tweeted “Palestine is rising. Long live the resistance.” After the severe backlash he received, he later apologized for the tweet and claimed he was not antisemitic.
Then, last month during the Olympics, he shared a video on social media that showed an Olympic diver
with the Star of David on his shoulder leaving the platform and doing flips. While in the air, he turns into a bomb.
Hahn removed the post from his Facebook page and once again apologized. The first time, maybe some people bought it. After this apology, no one could possibly buy what he was selling.
“My intention in posting it was to call attention to the reality that, while the Russian Federation was barred from participating at the Paris Olympics, the state of Israel was permitted to participate — which appeared clearly to me to be a double
standard,” Hahn wrote on Facebook. “My intent was never to associate Jewish people with the violence enacted by the state of Israel. It remains my strongly held view that it is a terrible mistake, and anti-Semitic, to conflate abhorrent actions by the state of Israel with Jewish humanity or identity.”
Bullllll….Shit.
Premier Doug Ford called Hahn a “disgusting human being.”
Disgusting or not, why is CUPE even taking sides in this? Is it okay for the greedy union heads like Hahn, with his salary well into six figures, to take the
union dues from its many Jewish members and then support the massacre that started this entire conflict?
I have no idea when the union’s mandate was to take sides on social and political issues rather than represent workers, which they do not do a very good job of.
If that was not enough, Capital Pride decided to publicly support Palestinians in the conflict as well. And then, shockingly?, sponsors and participants started dropping out of the parade.
Why did they feel the need to do that? All they did was undo any and all support that the mainstream
straight community was giving to them. That moronic decision to step out of their lane undid years of hard work in fostering acceptance. They took all of the focus away from everything good that Capital Pride stands for, and turned it into a polarizing pissing match.
I have to say I really enjoyed and agreed with the comments made by Barrhaven Independent reporter Charlie Senack, an openly gay journalist, in the Ottawa Citizen on his thoughts on why he would not be at this year’s parade.
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By Shauna WiSeman
In the picturesque village of Manotick Station, nestled among rural fields, One World Bazaar commemorates two decades of cultural exchange, artisanal craftsmanship, and bringing the world under one roof. From its humble beginnings in a converted cattle barn to its present-day status as a beloved community institution of international handicrafts, the journey of One World Bazaar reflects resilience, innovation, and a deep commitment to celebrating global diversity.
This year, One World Bazaar introduces new and familiar collections of unique products sourced from their travels in 2024. Highlights include traditional handpainted furniture from Rajasthan, India; intricate textiles, worry dolls and masks from Guatemala, Costa Rica and Panama; mango wood from Thailand makes its vibrant return; new hand thrown ceramics from Oaxaca, Mexico, and so much more. These new additions embody the Bazaar’s dedication to supporting artisans and bringing exclusive, one-of-a-kind pieces to Ottawa.
Beyond its role as a marketplace for handcrafted goods, One World Bazaar serves as a cultural hub, hosting events and collaborations that celebrate the rich tapestry of global traditions. From cultural showcases to embassy partnerships, the Bazaar offers a glimpse into the world’s vibrant heritage through dance, music, food and art during its free weekend programming.
Moved to Ottawa in 2004 by Dick and Peggy Bakker, who bought it from her
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Had the Pride committee just focused on what they were there for, all of this controversy would not have happened and the story of the Pride Parade would have been on what a positive event it was, not how it turned into something that made the city cringe and kept key figures and organizations away.
brother, One World Bazaar emerged as an annual fall celebration of cultural and economic empowerment. With a vision to showcase handcrafted goods from around the world bought directly from the artisans themselves, the Bazaar quickly captured the hearts of Ottawans, drawing visitors from far and wide to its rustic charm.
Reflecting on the early days, Dick Bakker recalls the anticipation that accompanied the venture. “We started this with a fair amount of uncertainty, but the overwhelming support from the community affirmed our belief in the power of cultural exchange.”
Peggy Bakker echoes this sentiment, reminiscing about the meticulous preparations leading up to the inaugural opening. “There was a sense of excitement in the air,” she reflects. “The transformation of the barn into a bustling marketplace symbolized the beginning of a remarkable journey.”
In the spirit of that journey, this year One World Bazaar is excited to be hosting a fantastic contest. A chance to put your wanderlusting boots to work in their See The World Giveaway with a $2000 flight voucher for anywhere in the world!. Enter by visiting their website or in person at the Bazaar. While they have been recreating the feel of far off market places for 43 years, this is their way of saying thank you and encouraging visitors to go and see these destinations for themselves.
“We firmly believe that traveling offers so much to appreciate, learn, experience and savor. We’re so excited to offer this to a lucky winner who is sure to tick a couple things off their bucket list!”
I’m really getting sick of this entire conflict and how it has taken over our city. It has nothing to do with us. For hundreds of years, people came to this country to become Canadian and to leave the problems of their homelands behind. Our Prime Minister has undone that. As far as Fred Hahn and
One World Bazaar runs from September 19 to November 17, opening every weekend from 10 am to 5 pm, the first two Thursdays, and every Friday through Sunday. Special hours are also available on September 30, October 14, and November 11 (12-5 pm). Visitors can capture family photos on a hay wagon, take home a pumpkin by donation, or sit in an authentic rickshaw from India.
Warm up with a hot coffee by the fire, get henna art done, or have your tarot read. Enjoy performances by local musical artists from a shipping container stage, and savor food from Dhruvees Restaurant (Fridays-Sundays) and curated drinks from Pompette Pours Mobile Bar (SaturdaySundays). Baked goods from Hall’s Apple Orchard and Euphorium Emporium are also available.
This year, the Bazaar offers even more opportunities for cultural exchange and entertainment, featuring a boho opening weekend (Sep 21/22), Indian Focused Weekend with Bhangra dancers (Sep 27/28), Indonesian Weekend with gamelan performances (Oct 5-6), Latin American Weekend (Oct 19/20), and Day of the Dead Weekend with an altar and live mariachi band (Oct 26/27).
As One World Bazaar embarks on its next two decades, under the leadership of Anneka Bakker, the vision remains clear: to continue fostering understanding, appreciation, and connection through the power of artisanal craftsmanship and cultural exchange. As the Bazaar celebrates 20 years is not just a milestone but testament to embracing new opportunities and challenges. “Our commitment of
Capital Pride are concerned, I’m sure I’m not the only one to ask this question. Why haven’t they said anything or done anything about Russia? Isn’t what they have done to Ukraine in the last year or two worthy of their misplaced displays of socialism? Cindy Ferguson
Anneka Bakker and her family went on a trip to Indonesia to meet artisans and bring items back for this year’s One World Bazaar on Mitch Owens Road east of Manotick.
supporting artisans and promoting cultural diversity is still the central focus of what we do,” Anneka affirms. “As we look to the future, we are excited to continue facilitating opportunities for people to experience the cultures of the world, whether that be through handcrafted goods, cultural programming, or international cuisine. We can’t wait to open our door for another season and share this passion with you all!”
By Wilson lo, Barrhaven east CounCillor
In August 2023, residents across the community noted garbage trucks were leaking material on their streets.
Staff and Miller Waste, our area’s residential collection contractor, became aware of the defective vehicles and created an action plan to combat the problem. The plan included a more intensive maintenance cycle and renting added vehicles.
The action plan successfully addressed the situation last year, but the issue resurfaced earlier this year.
Though, each time a resident reported a leak, Miller addressed the issue by sending street sweepers to clean-up, at their expense, the situation persisted. Both the City and Miller determined this was not sustainable; plus, the fact it was a reactive measure meant it was a bad idea to allow the situation to continue.
After a summer of continued leaks and resident feedback, Miller will be deploying thirty newer trucks to Ottawa throughout September and Oc-
tober.
These vehicles will complement the four added to the fleet last year. Residents may have already seen these white garbage trucks roaming their streets.
Bought and rented at the contractor’s expense, the newer vehicles will allow Miller to outright retire their oldest in the worst condition, while others can spend more time in maintenance without affecting service.
The contractor also hired an in-house welder to help hasten repairs and other maintenance.
The lifespan of a garbage truck is usually about 10 years and tied to the life of the contract. The contract with Miller, extended by three years, which began in 2012 and was due to end in 2022, will end next year.
Unfortunately, that means the current fleet of vehicles
were supposed to have retired two years ago. Although they are driveable and safe, the more operational parts of the vehicles are suffering fatigue.
The bottom of a vehicle’s loading area includes a sewage tank to store liquids squeezed out by the compaction of
waste. The tanks, which have experienced stress and fatigue from 12 years of usage, are leaking.
Despite the previous Council receiving assurances from staff that there would be no issues with the fleet, staff extended the contract with no
provisions for more maintenance requirements to address situations like this.
Either way, looking ahead, I have asked staff to include those considerations if they decide to extend any future waste collection contract.
The current waste col-
lection contract ends in June 2025, at which point brand new vehicles will enter service with the new contract beginning in July 2025. Please write to me or open a service request through 3-11 if leaks continue, on your street. Thank you!
A huge crowd turned out despite the almost winter-like conditions at the Nepean Woods Park and Ride Sun., Sept. 8 for the Barrhaven BIA’s 2024 Barrhaven Harvest Fest.
In addition to the regular Barrhaven Farmer’s Market vendors with fresh
local produce, there were many artisans and vendors on site with crafts, food, gifts and more. There were more than 60 vendors from Barrhaven and the Ottawa west end.
The event was in support of Big Brothers and Big Sisters.
In addition, there was a bouncy castle, face painting and games for the kids.
Barrhaven Councillors Wilson Lo and David Hill were on hand with BIA Chair Jason MacDonald. They were able to discuss local issues with many local residents.
A local elementary school teacher has written a fun and unique book that will help young readers learn the Arabic alphabet and its corresponding sounds.
“Yummy Arabic Sounds,” uses traditional Arabic foods as a look in teaching the Arabic alphabet.
Edward Shammas, who teaches in the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board, is the author of the book.
“Growing up in Kuwait as a third-culture kid, I developed a deep appreciation for Arab culture,” said Shammas. “I’m passionate about teaching English Language Learners and students with exceptionalities, using my writing and illustration to connect with young readers. My goal is for each student to feel valued and inspired to make a difference in their communities.”
The book uses engaging and effective techniques like Elkonin boxes, tapping, and blending to assist children in word mapping and sound awareness. Each page features a mouth visual to demonstrate how to produce the sounds, along with a list
of words to practice different letter combinations. These features help children understand the connection between letters and sounds, making it easier for them to read and pronounce words with confidence.
Amazon.com says Yummy Arabic Sounds “makes learning an enjoyable experience. This book is a wonderful keepsake to share with friends of all ages who want to learn Arabic. Join us in this educational adventure and watch your reader’s skills grow with
every page!”
Shammas also has some endorsements from other teachers.
“I can not wait to read this book to my students. This is a great book to have in the classroom not only does it allow all students to see beautifully illustrated pictures but it allows someone like me, a teacher who does not speak Arabic to model sounds phonetically correct. Great addition to my book wall,” said Celia Noel Charles.
“Yummy Arabic Sounds
Yummy Arabic Sounds is available at edwardshammas.com.
is a relatable illustrated book that can teach young children the names of foods and sounds. I especially love the graphics and the
illustrated mouth positions. There aren’t enough English-Arabic bilingual books on the market. this one is a must for every par-
Going back to school can be a stressful time for kids. Helping them manage stress with tips and tricks can help them be more resilient and prevent the stress from negatively affecting them. Here are some fun tips that families may want to try together.
Play with a pet
For kids who love animals, it is amazing what a little time
with a pet can do. They seem to instinctively know when the kids need a little extra unconditional love.
Taking time for some physical activity can help relieve stress. It can be as simple as a walk. If they enjoy sports, some time playing that sport might help. Dancing can be another great physical release of tension.
Finding things that amuse us can be another way to manage stress. We can shift our thoughts temporarily away from stressful triggers. It can add a different perspective to things after we have a humour break.
Some kids prefer more quiet ways to relax. We are so fortunate to have many
stunning walking trails nearby. A short or longer stroll on one of those many paths with a friend or family member might do the trick. Or if they enjoy working in the garden, we are nearing the time of year when bulbs can be planted, or garden beds can cleared.
One activity that is consistently popular is
cooking and baking. Taking the time to follow the recipe, prepare the food and enjoy it requires a shift in attention. It can relieve stress and provide a sense of accomplishment.
Do something creative
Art, music, dance. Find a creative outlet they enjoy. Try something new even if it is a one time activity like a paint night. Creative
expression is a great way to funnel emotions into something.
Sometimes stress can become difficult to manage. There can be times when kids need to find someone to talk to. Some situations are not meant for kids to manage alone. Help them find the right person or professional.
A comprehensive update on the City of Ottawa’s financial situation was presented to Council, in which the City reaffirmed its commitment to strong
- Maintaining a healthy balance of reserves, including cash and investments.
Despite these efforts, external financial pressures by federal and provincial governments, the National Capital Commission, and diplomatic properties.
10 years.
PILTs are intended to offset lost property
The shift to remote and hybrid work since COVID-19 has led to a rapid
maintenance is entirely paid by the provincial government – the City of Ottawa bears all additional costs for the O-Train. As a result, the original funding model, have led to some positive results, including more than $500 million through the Province’s New Deal for Ottawa, as well as potential future funding under the
priority areas such as transit, infrastructure and housing.
This commitment to strong financial management has resulted in more than $566 million in savings since 2001.
Highlights of this work include:
- $153.5 million in savings during the current Term of Council due to service reviews, the finding of efficiencies and other continuous improvements.
- Reducing administrative costs to ensure a lean and efficient organization, while still prioritizing frontline services for residents.
- E stablishing a long-range financial planning process for various City services, ensuring sound financial discipline and transparency for priority issues.
Senior A hockey is coming to Manotick, and there will be a strong Barrhaven flavour on the roster.
The Manotick Mariners will begin play in the Eastern Ontario Super Hockey League next month. It will be the first venture into senior hockey since the Manotick Kings played at the Manotick Arena more than 30 years ago.
The team will be made up of former minor league and European league professional and collegiate players, with many of the players from the Manotick and Barrhaven area. Among the local players signed is Liam Dennison, who played in the United States Hockey League with Youngstown before spending five seasons with NCAA Division 1 hockey power Merrimack College.
Last year, the 25-year-old defenceman finished the season with the Utah Grizzles of the AHL.
Dennison is well-known in Barrhaven for leading the East Nepean Eagles baseball
team to national prominence.
Another signed player is Ottawa native Brett McKenzie. A point-per-game player in the OHL with North Bay, he was drafted in 2016 by the Vancouver Canucks. He has spent the last seven years playing in the ECHL and AHL.
The team is owned by Talaal Baroudi, owner of the Vault Restaurant and Bistro in Manotick. Baroudi is a former Senior A hockey player with Maniwaki of Quebec’s LNAH.
“When I talked to the league about putting a senior hockey team in Manotick, they were hesitant to put another team in the East,” Baroudi said. “They told me the Cornwall team was for sale, and the best way to get a team in Manotick would be to buy the Cornwall team and move it to Manotick.”
There are 16 teams in the EOSHL divided into four divisions:
East A – Arnprior Rivermen, Bytown Royals, Manotick Mariners, Paugan
Falls Rapids.
East B – Glengarry Pipers, North Dundas Rockets, South Grenville Rangers, South Stormont Mustangs.
West A – Frontenac Phantoms, Gananoque Islanders, Smiths Falls Rideaus, Westport Lumberjacks.
West B – Desoronto Bulldogs, Lindsay Barncats, MV Wolves, Tweed Oil Kings.
The league has a 20-game schedule, with each team playing 10 home and 10 away games. Home games in Manotick will be on Saturday nights. The Mariners’ home opener will be Sat., Sept. 21.
The team is going to be very local in its business and marketing approach.
“We have a number of local sponsors in place,” Baroudi said. “We will also be donating 2,000 tickets to local minor hockey teams. We will also have a 50/50 draw each game, and we will be supporting organizations like ROSSS, YOMA and the Manotick Legion with proceeds from the draw. Being a part of the community is very important to us.”
Cody Waite, who played Junior B hockey with the Richmond/Stittsville Royals and has EOSHL experience
in playing , coaching and management, has been hired as the team’s General Manager. He was the assistant GM of the Cornwall Prowlers last season.
Earlier this month, the Mariners signed defenceman Ryan O’Connell.
Drafted 203rd overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2017, O’Connell spent five seasons playing NCAA Division I hockey with the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Michigan Tech Huskies. O’Connell also played professional hockey in France in 2023-2024.
In addition, O’Connell attended St. Andrew’s
College, where he scored 12 goals and 84 points in 132 games.
The Mariners play their first Senior A hockey game in the EOSHL Sat., Sept. 21 at 7:30 as they host the South Grenville Rangers from Prescott-Cardinal. The Mariners will play 10 home games at the Manotick Centennial Community Centre’s Mike O’Neil Arena.
For ticket information and more information on the team, follow the Mariners on Facebook.
“The games are going to be fun and entertaining, and it will be a great thing to have in Manotick,” Baroudi said.
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