Manotick Messenger August 11, 2023

Save the date: Carleton Community BBQ set for Sept. 9 at Richmond Fairgrounds.

For the last three years, it has been difficult for anyone or any organization to plan and organize a community event.

Fortunately, the restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic have been lifted, and things are getting back to normal.

The good news for us is that we can finally hold our free community BBQ!

This year’s event will take place Sat., Sept. 9 at the Richmond Fairgrounds. Volunteer firefighters from Richmond will be manning the grill and cooking up hamburgers and hot dogs, while we will also be serving up cobs of corn and vegetable samosas.

The most entertaining and multi-talented man in all of Carleton, Dr. Kaboom, will be joining

us. We will also have a bouncy castle, face painting, and entertainment and activities that will be announced closer to the date.

I also want to emphasize that this is a nonpartisan, non-political event. This is an event to celebrate Carleton, and to celebrate our best summer in years.

I hope to see you there!

Joshua’s Law

The media, both locally and around the province, has been very kind in promoting my Private Member’s Bill. If passed,

Bill 93, 2023, An Act to enact Joshua’s Law (Lifejackets for Life) would make it mandatory for any child aged 12 years or younger to wear a life jacket or a PFD while on a pleasure boat nine metres in length or less that is under way or while being towed behind a boat: for example, water-skiing, wakeboarding or tubing.

Even though it is not yet the law, please be sure to wear lifejackets while on the water and stay safe.

The Capital Fair is just around the corner at Rideau Carleton Raceway

One of the great things about being the MPP for Carleton is that our riding hosts three amazing fairs every year.

The Richmond Fair

and the Metcalfe Fair are well known throughout Eastern Ontario, but the entire fair season kicks off with a big one that is right in the back yard for readers in Riverside South and Findlay Creek.

The Capital Fair gets underway Aug. 18 and takes place at the Rideau Carleton Raceway. While many people think the fair started to replace the old Central Canada Exhibition or Ottawa Ex, the Capital Fair is actually the old Gloucester Fair.

In 1999, the Gloucester Agricultural Society moved the Gloucester Fair to the Rideau Carleton Raceway. They changed the name to the Capital Fair in 2014. In taking on a new 10-day format in August, the fair moved to introduce its expanded program to the

region by implementing an introductory free gate admission program. The results were wildly successful as in 2017 the fair attracted more than 255,000 guests.

With all of the restrictions from COVID-19 now behind us, we hope to see the biggest and best Capital Fair ever!

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Ontario Doing Even More to Grow its Health Care Workforce

The Ontario government is continuing to create new pathways to connect more people to care across the province, both for now and for future generations. As part of Your Health: A Plan for Connected and Convenient Care, the government is launching three new programs that will break down barriers for internationally educated physicians to work in Ontario, retain more health care workers with mentorship opportunities and explore innovative ways that health care workers can deliver convenient care to people in their own communities.

The Honourable Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, commented that these new initiatives will allow international physicians to work sooner, support experienced nurses to share their skills and

knowledge, and explore innovative ways to grow our workforce for future generations.

Starting July 25, new “As of Right” rules come into effect, making Ontario the first province to allow highly-trained physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists and medical laboratory technologists already registered or licensed in another Canadian jurisdiction to start work immediately when they arrive without having to first register with one of Ontario’s health regulatory colleges. These changes will help health care workers overcome bureaucratic delays that have made it difficult to practice in Ontario.

The Ontario government is also launching:

- The Practice Ready Ontario program for doctors that will break down barriers for internationally educated physicians by removing the require-

ment to complete lengthy re-education programs allowing them to practice in Ontario immediately. This program will add more than 50 new physicians to the province’s workforce by 2024.

- The Clinical Scholar Program which pairs an experienced front line nurse as a dedicated mentor with newly graduated nurses, internationally educated nurses and nurses wanting to upskill to ensure they have the support they need to confidently transition into the nursing profession.

- The Models of Care Innovation Fund, a new $40 million fund to encourage health care partners to bring forward innovative ideas to connect Ontarians to better services and care. Applications from eligible organizations – including hospitals, health care facilities, long-term care homes, home care providers, family health teams, nurse practitionerled clinics and Ontario

Health Teams and others, including mental health service providers – can be submitted via Ontario Health starting July 24.

These new, innovative initiatives join a number of existing successful programs the government has introduced to grow Ontario’s health care workforce, including:

- the Supervised Practice Experience Partnership;

- the Enhanced Extern Program;

- the Nursing Graduate Guarantee Program; and

- the Community Commitment Program for Nurses.

Since 2018, 63,000 new nurses and nearly 8,000 new doctors have registered to work in Ontario. Last year, over 15,000 new nurses registered to work and care for people in Ontario – a new record in the province – and another 27,000 nurses are studying at a college or university, ensuring there is a pipeline

of talent for the future.

Quick Facts

- The Supervised Practice Experience Partnership provides internationally educated nurses the opportunity to demonstrate their current nursing knowledge, skill and language proficiency while working to meet the requirements to enter practice as a nurse. This program has funded more than 2,800 internationally educated nurses since it launched in January 2022.

- The Enhanced Extern Program offers employment opportunities for clinical learners like nursing and medical students to work as Externs in hospitals. This program has funded over 6,800 externs since the government launched this program province wide launched in January 2021.

- The Nursing Graduate Guarantee provides new graduate nurses in Ontario, including those

who studied out-of-province and abroad, with temporary full-time employment to support their successful transition into full-time employment. This program has hired more than 3,300 nurses since 2020.

- The Community Commitment Program for Nurses offers a $25,000 incentive for nurses who commit to work in an underserviced area for two years. This program has hired more than 2,600 nurses since 2020.

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 officee.

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Fiddles on the Rideau raises awareness, funds for Youth Services Bureau

Special to the MeSSenger

On the weekend of July 14-16th, fiddlers from across Canada coupled with local musicians gathered together at the Manotick United Church to play variety concerts and to teach fiddle, dance and singing workshops. Due to the rain forecast on Sunday July 16th, the flotilla planned for the Rideau River was cancelled but everyone quickly came back to the Manotick United Church to participate in a jam session that lasted three hours. The square and round dancing never stopped as locals joined in the jam with their accordions, banjos, bodhrans, etc. Fiddle enthusiasts, young and old, as well as many new Canadians assembled to celebrate Canadian culture, and to raise

awareness and financial support for the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa (YSB).

Just as the culture in Canada is diverse, so is the music. Each year the festival highlights the differences in fiddle styles between provinces. This year, the festival showcased: Métis fiddle phenom, Alex Kusturok from Edmonton, AB; East-Coast award fiddler, Troy MacGillivray from Antigonish, NS; the Bb Sisters -Kimberley Holmes, Carrolls Corner, NS and Sherryl Fitzpatrick, Ottawa,ON; along with members of the “Fiddles On The Rideau” board namely: Chad Wolfe, Sherryl Fitzpatrick and Nicole Bouvier. Our special guests for the weekend event were pianist Mark Allen and Entertainer of the

Year, Gail Gavan as Emcee. Encouraging the younger generation is important to the festival and we were able to award three youth scholarships to local fiddlers, Portia Campbell, Aiden Campbell and Noah Jeaurond.

Founded by Ottawa-area musician-educator-composer Sherryl Fitzpatrick, the FOTR event is part of a larger vision to familiarize all Canadians with the traditional and contemporary importance of fiddling to Canadian Heritage. It is also a fundraising initiative to bring awareness and support to mental health. This is the third year for the FOTR event but the first year for the Youth Services Bureau (YSB). In addition, it is a three-day music festival. RBC and Portfolio Manager, Janice Domaratzki was enthusiastic to get on board to support the festival.

“To see how the Manotick business community has embraced us and has supported such a great cause is humbling and encouraging” says Fitzpatrick. To date, FOTR has raised close to $10,000 for mental health organizations in Ottawa. This year, they were successful in surpassing their fundraising goal and raised $2,108.00 for the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa (YSB.ca). Rachel Lessard who is the Events and Community Engagement Specialist at the Youth Services Bureau Foundation says, “At $2108.00, your fundraiser can provide over 45 youth with 1-hour mental health sessions.”

Music is incredibly special and important to human life. It is meant to lift the spirits of musicians and bystanders alike. “The global

pandemic decimated live music. It created a separation among musicians, socially, emotionally, and musically. It also left a void of that special positive human connection that takes place between musicians and audience. To have live music again in such an intimate setting created a sense of community and gave us an opportunity to make those connections again”, says Fitzpatrick. “We can’t wait until next year to bring this live event to the Manotick and surrounding area on the weekend of June 21-23, 2024.

Visit www.fiddlesontherideau.com or follow us on Facebook and/or Instagram and watch for detailed announcements next year. Hope to see you there!

Church Pianist/Organist

The Joint Charge of Merivale and Fallowfield United Churches is seeking to fill this part-time position, which entails providing music for Services on Sundays and special occasions, such as Good Friday and Christmas Eve, and working with the choir and vocal/instrumental soloists. Hours of work will vary depending on time of year and special events. Remuneration will be based on qualifications and experience.

For further details regarding the requirements for this vacancy, please visit www.merivalefallowfield.org. Applications should be sent to fmmusic2023@outlook.com by August 14th, 2023.

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The dance floor was hopping at the Manotick United Church.

Alex Kustarok was one of the fiddlers taking part in Fiddlers on the Rideau.

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Manotick’s Jennifer Shi one of 20 national scholarship award winners

A Manotick student is one of 20 recipients of the Export Development Canada (EDC) 2023 Youth Education Program Scholarship winners.

Jennifer Shi, a Bachelor of Commerce student at McGill University, was among this year’s win-

ners. She was among the 20 students who received the International Business Scholarship. For the first time, seven new Community Leadership Scholarships were awarded to students from equity-seeking commun-

ities. In addition to strong academic standing, these recipients are dedicated to advancing and supporting their communities through extra-curricular and volunteer initiatives. This year, representatives from six of EDC’s Employee Resource Groups (ERG) were part of the scholarship nomination and selection committee. In addition, a seventh scholarship was created in support of Ukrainian academic achievement.

A total of $135,000 was awarded to 27 postsecondary students demonstrating a high level of academic achievement and a commitment to community service – both in Canada and abroad.

“I am honoured and grateful to be selected as an EDC Scholarship Recipient,” said Shi. “This scholarship encourages me to continue pursuing experiential learning op-

portunities that take me outside of the traditional classroom. I look forward to building more meaningful connections in communities not only in Canada but also internationally. Thank you to EDC for its support to students across Canada!”

Since 2000, more than $2 million and more than 600 International Business scholarships have been awarded through the Youth Education Program. All recipients are eligible for recruitment into EDC’s work term and co-op placements. Mentorship and additional learning opportunities are also available through the various ERGs.

“EDC supports Canada’s ability to engage in international trade and we believe it is important to invest in our future international business leaders,” Mairead Lavery, President and CEO of EDC. “These

scholarship recipients represent the next generation who will shape Canada’s economy. Our revamped scholarship program is all about supporting these change-makers and their commitment to a more sustainable, equitable and responsible world.”

Export Development Canada (EDC) is a financial Crown corporation dedicated to helping Canadian businesses

make an impact at home and abroad. EDC has the financial products and knowledge Canadian companies need to confidently enter new markets, reduce financial risk and grow their business as they go from local to global. Together, EDC and Canadian companies are building a more prosperous, stronger and sustainable economy for all Canadians.

Healthcare crisis in Ontario is due to Ford’s war on nurses

The Editor, Has the Manotick Messenger assumed a new role as the house organ for the Ontario PC party? One could easily arrive at that conclusion after reading page 4 of the last edition, which was clearly a party press release masquerading as a news article.

For those who managed to miss this puff piece on everyone’s favourite Premier, it was a shameless attempt to whitewash the Ontario PC party’s current mission to destroy public health care in this province. The article was positively gushing with praise for the Premier’s

announcement--timed to coincide with a couple of byelections--highlighting a recent decision to invest $330 million “in pediatric health services to connect children and youth to more convenient and high quality care close to home.”

Conspicuous by its ab-

sence was any mention of the fact that much of the current crisis in the Ontario healthcare system is a direct result of the Premier’s war on nurses, in particular his bill 124, which caps their wage increases at one percent.

The Health Minister’s own briefing notes re-

vealed that bill 124 was a primary cause of the mass exodus of nurses from front-line positions that has resulted in cancelled surgeries and closed emergency rooms, but still Doug Ford remains determined to see those pesky nurses brought into line, which is why he’s

appealed the decision that saw bill 124 struck down as unconstitutional.

Can nurses expect to get a reasonable increase during a period of inflation higher than we’ve seen in decades?

Not while Doug’s in charge!

Andy Braid

This year’s CIBC Run for the Cure to take place Sun., Oct. 1

The Editor, This year, the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is celebrating 32 years of bringing hope to thousands of people across the country who have been affected by breast cancer. With 1 in 8 women ex-

pected to face a diagnosis in their lifetime, breast cancer affects us all. When you run for one, you run for all.

Since it first began more than three decades ago, the CIBC Run for the Cure has made a lasting impact on breast cancer outcomes in

Canada through life-saving research. It’s because of funds raised through the Run that we know more than ever before about how to prevent, detect, diagnose, and treat breast cancer. Together with our supporters, we’ve shaped

Starting at $3,650/mo all inclusive!

the breast cancer landscape. But there’s more to be done.

On Sunday, October 1st, we’re inviting residents of all ages in the OttawaGatineau area to join us at 11a.m. at the National Research Council of Canada to run or walk either 1k or

5k, in support of the breast cancer cause.

Funds raised through the event enable us to continue to work with governments to shape a healthier society, provide vitally important support programs and invest in groundbreaking

breast cancer research. Join us to help change the future of breast cancer forever! For more information or to register visit http://CIBCRunForTheCure.com

Best regards, Sophia Finelli

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Name: Melita Wyche

On July 31, Councillor David Brown hosted a public consultation at the Manotick Arena for our residents featuring presentations by Fotenn Planning Consultants and BTE Transportation Consultants on the planned car wash expansion and Starbucks development proposed for the location of the existing car wash at 5646/5650 Manotick Main. Close to fifty residents attended this one-hour ‘open house’ Presentation boards showing the site plan, transportation plan and landscape plan were stationed in the room to allow attendees to gather and ask questions of the presenters. Issues raised by the attendees include concerns about the proposed raised peat septic system and the risks of ground water contamination for those on wells, increased traffic and traffic congestion on Main Street due to vehicles queuing to turn left into the proposed car wash or Starbucks, pedestrian safety for those using the school buses and City buses which stop in proximity to the property, lack of sidewalks on the south side of Main Street for foot traffic (connecting Eastman and

by Irene Staron, President, Manotick Village

Bridgeport Avenues),privacy issues related to the increased noise and light pollution from the two proposed facilities, and access issues for residents of Mahogany Harbour Lane due to parked construction equipment or parked vehicles of site workers.

While attendees had been advised to submit their comments to the City by August 3, the City will continue to accept comments during the 90 day review process as of the June 13 posting of this development application on the City’s DEVAPPS site.

The MVCA has submitted a letter to the City on behalf of our residents that details their concerns and presents a number of recommendations to address those concerns. We thank everyone who attended for investing their time to voice their concerns in person. We thank as well those of you who have written us or copied us on

Parents: Heather and Dennis Wyche

Age: 17

by Phill Potter

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Activities/Interests:

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Grade: 12

Sisters: April (20), OTHS, UNB Fredericton. Violet (20), Canterbury (vocals), Carleton University. Ivy (22), St. Mark, Algonquin College.

your submissions to Councillor Brown’s office. By including us in sharing issues that are important to you, your voice becomes stronger when we channel it on your behalf in our dealings with the City.

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lem solving. Since the concepts are not broad, and there isn’t much interpretation to be done, it’s more just problem solving, which is what makes me enjoy

by Phill Potter

Parents: Heather and Dennis Wyche

Sisters: April (20), OTHS, UNB Fredericton. Violet (20), Canterbury (vocals), Carleton University. Ivy (22), St. Mark, Algonquin College.

Pets: Two dogs, Ewok and Pixie, and a cat.

lem solving. Since the concepts are not broad, and there isn’t much interpretation to be done, it’s more just problem solving, which is what makes me enjoy those classes the most.”

Part-time Work: “Cheerleading and tumbling coach at Kemptville Infinity in Kemptville.)

Pets: Two dogs, Ewok and Pixie, and a cat.

Part-time Work: “Cheerleading and tumbling coach at Kemptville Infinity in Kemptville.)

To view MVCA’s submission letter to the City, go to our website https://www. manotickvca.org/planningdevelopment. There you will also find a link to the City’s DEVAPPS site showing comprehensive details on the Site Plan Control Application and Zoning By-law amendment with full copy of all plans and studies.

Favourite Subjects: “Math and Chemistry. I enjoy doing labs and prob-

Favourite Subjects: “Math and Chemistry. I enjoy doing labs and prob-

What is your Greatest Accomplishment? ing the title of Student Council President at my school. The process was not easy, but I persevered and made it through, even though there were setbacks along the way. It has also been a very rewarding accomplishment, as I’ve gained so many opportunities, and gotten to network with other youth like myself.”

“Both inside and outside of school, I enjoy participating in several different as an opportunity to make

a difference in my school, and to get a different perspective on all aspects of the school. I was a cheer-

volleyball, and touch football. I also enjoy traveling and learning about different locations and cultures. I’ve travelled to many places and I find it very interesting how every culture has unique traditions and

due to concussions, so I turned to coaching. It has given me an opportunity to continue in the sport, even though I can no longer participate in it.”

Residents raise concerns at public consultation; Derby and Picnic Aug. 27

Career Goals: “After

Community Events

• Ottawa Futsal Club entering their 29th season indoor soccer. Youth boys & girls, women, men & coed. Players / teams wanted. All skill levels. League starts October ends April 2020. Please go online at www.futsalottawa.com.

• Ottawa Futsal Club entering their 29th season indoor soccer. Youth boys & girls, women, men & coed. Players / teams wanted. All skill levels. League starts October ends April 2020. Please go online at www.futsalottawa.com. Early bird ends September 21st

Early bird ends September 21st

• Ottawa Newcomers Club - For women who have recently moved to this area; (and those who have experienced a significant life change), and would like to meet new people of similar interests by joining our many group activities. More information at: ottawanewcomersclub.ca or by contacting newcomersclubottawa@gmail.com.

MVCA invites all residents to the 11th Annual Allan Haan Manotick Soap Box Derby and Picnic in the Park. Mark your calendars! Sunday Aug.27 – 9:00am – 1:30pm Summer is the time for kids and their parents to explore their creativity by building a soapbox cart and racing it in the derby. Taking place on Beaverwood Road next to Centennial Park at the Manotick Community Centre, this is a fun neighbourhood derby welcoming all those 7 yrs or older to participate. Participants can build their own carts or for those who don’t have one, we can provide sponsored carts. For registration and derby rules go to https://www.manotickvca.org/soapboxderby Join us as well at our BBQ picnic, compliments of Minto Communities, starting at 11:30am at the Pavillion and continuing to 1:30. Featuring entertainment by the Manotick Brass, mural painting for young artists and more. Fun for the whole family!

• Old Time Fiddle Music & Dance - East Osgoode Greely Assoc, First Friday of each month, invites & welcome all Musicians, Dancers & Listeners. Greely Community Centre, 1448 Meadow Drive, Greely. For additional info call 613 489-2697.

• Ottawa Newcomers Club - For women who have recently moved to this area; (and those who have experienced a significant life change), and would like to meet new people of similar interests by joining our many group activities. More information at: ottawanewcomersclub.ca or by contacting newcomersclubottawa@gmail.com.

Manotick Farmers Market – This ‘producer-only’ Market is open Saturdays 9am – 2pm, until Octo-

Paul’s Pharmacy 990 River Road (across from Tim Hortons)

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Transferring a prescription is easy to do

These cards accepted Monday-Friday: 9am-8pm Saturday: 9am-5pm Sunday: 10am-4pm

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ber 14 at the Carriage Shed. For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/ManotickFarmersMarket/

Watson’s Mill Used Book Store –A book lover’s treasuretrove! Proceeds are used for operations of Watson’s Mill and Dickinson House. https://watsonsmill.com/bookstore/

• Friday Night Country Music & Dance Club The Greely Legion the fourth Friday of each month. Bring along an instrument to play, or come in to sing, listen and dance. Admission is FREE. Greely Legion, 8021 Mitch Owens Road, ON. Information: 613-822-1451 or 613-826-6128.

• Old Time Fiddle Music & Dance - East Osgoode Greely Assoc, First Friday of each month, invites & welcome all Musicians, Dancers & Listeners. Greely Community Centre, 1448 Meadow Drive, Greely. For additional info call 613 489-2697.

• Thursday Fun Night for adults and children. An optional supper at 5:45 pm. Indoor soccer/games, crafts, or nursery for ages 0-11. Parenting course, Alpha course, or Growing in Faith/Hearing God course for adults, 6:30 - 7:30 pm. To try it out contact, discipleship@trinitybiblechurch.ca

Get your Summer Read On! Summer is here, it’s time to celebrate: The Ottawa Public Library has a variety of programs planned to keep kids to keep kids reading and learning while having fun all summer long! Check out the awesome programs being offered this summer at the Manotick branch.

• Tuesday Dance Party The Greely Legion hosts live music on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Bring along an instrument to play, or come in to sing, listen and dance. Admission is FREE. Greely Legion, 8021 Mitch Owens Road, ON. Information: 613-822-1451 or 613826-6128.

• Thursday Fun Night for adults and children. An optional supper at 5:45 pm. Indoor soccer/games, crafts, or nursery for ages 0-11. Parenting course, Alpha course, or Growing in Faith/Hearing God course for adults, 6:30 - 7:30 pm. To try it out contact, discipleship@trinitybiblechurch.ca

Expressive Body and Social Body- Senior movement and dance class with Lola Ryan: Aug 23, 11:00 am-12 pm, inperson and virtual program held at MACAW, Manotick United Church, 5567 Manotick Main Street. Registration required. Play Bridge every Wednesday 1-4 PM at the Manotick Legion

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Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, most community events have been postposed or cancelled. For updates in the community, please visit the Manotick

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Councillors Repeal Vacant Unit Tax

Councillors Darouze and Brown have both voted to repeal the Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) levied by the City. The motion to repeal will be considered at the City Council meeting of August 23rd, 2023. The full motion can be read in the minutes of July 12th, listed as item 22.2. We encourage all property owners to review these minutes and take note of the cited statistics. (https://pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting. aspx?Id=30f1b490-e24e4321-8364-20a832886c17& Agenda=PostMinutes&lang =English&Item=92&Tab=at tachments).

The repeal decision is in response to concerns raised by many rural residents who have older abandoned buildings on properties such as farms. In addition, the VUT is viewed to disadvantage citizens such as seniors, those who are not techsavvy, and deployed military personnel.

Around the Village Veteran Memorial Banner

This year, the Manotick

/ South Carlton Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion is coordinating a program to erect banners in honour of those Veterans who fought and sacrificed for our freedom. The deadline for guarantee display this fall was Monday July 31 but as the program is on going, banners ordered after this deadline which don’t arrive in time for this year, will be ready and waiting for next year. Close to 20 banners will be displayed this year. The MVCA is proud to sponsor a banner on behalf of our members and will be sharing more details on the selected veteran in the weeks ahead. We will Remember them!

Youth of Manotick Association (YOMA) –Celebrating 10 years

YOMA offers social programs and activities for youth in the area in Grades 4-12. We also have volunteer opportunities, special events and outings. Sign up for our weekly newsletter, visit the website or follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. https://www.yoma.ca/

Puppets, swordfights and even a scary ghost found their way to Manotick as A Company of Fools presented Hamlet at Centennial Park. The show continues nightly throughout the city through August 26, including a performance at Stonecrest park in Barrhaven. For the full schedule, see fools.ca/hamlet.

Need for commercial and infrastructural growth comes with residential growth

On July 31st, my office was pleased to host a community information session for residents of Manotick regarding the proposed commercial development at 5646-5650 Manotick Main. Many in the community may have heard of this proposal as it is the one involving the development of a Starbucks and car wash.

At the community meeting, residents had the opportunity to ask questions of Fotenn, who is representing the developer, and discuss the development proposal with me and my office. With changes introduced by the provincial government, these kinds of information sessions are no longer required. I hosted the event because I believe that providing residents of Manotick with the opportunity to voice their opinions was important. Moreover, representatives of the developer are not required to attend these sessions. I want to thank Jillian, Jacob, and Daniel from Fotenn for making themselves available to answer tough questions and address community concerns.

Over the course of the evening, roughly 50 residents attended. Many had pointed questions about the development, with concerns including traffic, wastewater management, site use, trees and fences, and much more. Of these concerns, traffic was the largest one raised and the one most frequently raised by those who have contacted my office.

I believe that measures can be introduced to better manage traffic on Manotick Main as part of the proposed development. In particular, I would be supportive of a Northbound left turn lane being added to Manotick Main near the site, as this will reduce traffic congestion and will reduce the risk of drivers becoming impatient and driving erratically. Additionally, as there is soon to be a roundabout at Bridgeport and Main, I would also support having the exit of the site be a right hand turn only, routing Northbound drivers leaving the site to the roundabout rather than having them cut through traffic.

I have raised these points with the developer. I have also shared with the developer

David Brown, Councillor , Ward 21

some of the concerns from the community with respect to noise and privacy from the site, and provided some suggestions as to how to best ensure that these concerns are properly mitigated as part of the site plan.

While these concerns are worth consideration, I believe it is worth keeping in mind that, since the project was first proposed, I have heard a roughly equal amount of support and opposition to the project, including support from some residents who attended the information session. Generally, residents do not reach out to my office to share their views on these matters unless they are opposed to a proposed development. That they have done so this time means that there is certainly demand for this project to proceed.

Moreover, many of the

issues identified by residents – such as traffic concerns and the potential impacts of the development on existing businesses – are contingent on demand. That is, there would be no traffic to the site unless there is demand for this project to proceed.

Manotick is growing quickly with the community welcoming thousands of new residents in the Mahogany development. As the number of residents grows, so too does the need for new commercial developments in the community, offering both amenities for residents and job opportunities for young people. It is important to keep in mind that since the addition of the Mahogany community, there has been virtually no new commercial development in Manotick. I believe these are important factors to keep in mind as the project is considered by City staff.

Additionally, over the course of the information session, I heard a great deal of concerns about issues impacting the village which are

The office of Councillor David Brown hosted a community information session for residents of Manotick regarding the proposed commercial development at 5646-5650 Manotick Main Street.

much larger than the proposed development. For instance, residents expressed concerns about existing issues with traffic, noting that the proposed development may make existing issues worse. While these are certainly worth considering and acting upon, I believe that they are best to act upon outside the process of this project, and I am doing just that.

To that end, for Manotick Main, I have requested that staff look into adding a pedes-

trian crossing light at Eastman toward the dock. I also worked to ensure that a feasibility study received funding for extending the sidewalk down Manotick Main. Furthermore, I am working with staff to ensure that the roundabout at Bridgeport is introduced quickly. And as I often write about, my top priority is the removal of trucks from Manotick. Taken together, these measures will significantly improve safety for residents while addressing

the most serious traffic concerns in the area, concerns that exist irrespective of the proposed project.

The community information session was an excellent opportunity to hear from residents about their thoughts on this project and about challenges facing the community more generally. Residents with comments, concerns, or questions on the project are encouraged to reach out to my office at ward21@ottawa.ca.

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Rideau-Jock Report

Kiwanis Club’s support for youth includes facilities in the community

By Ralph Tweedie ManoTick kiwanis cluB

For over 62 years the Kiwanis club of Manotick has been supporting major community projects in and around the village. Our pride in the community can be seen in our commitment to the development of the infrastructure which supports it. We have always done this by working with others to advance the vision of a neighborhood where our youth can prosper.

In 1964 the Kiwanis Club bought the Ayers building on the corner of Mill and Dickinson streets to house the Manotick Public Library. When the library outgrew this building, we sold it to acquire the funds to finance the current library building.

In the ensuing years we have continued to invest in public infrastructure. We have contributed to the Long Island Aquatic Club to help get it started. We contributed to the rebuild

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fund of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 314 after its original structure was destroyed by fire. We continue to support the Manotick Legion by holding our meetings there from September until May.

In 1974 we helped to finance the Manotick Arena. More recently we donated $25,000 to the expansion of the arena and a further $25,000 for facility upgrades in Centennial Park.

Other recent facility investments include the Mahagany Harbour dock ($25,000), The roof at Watson’s Mill ($20,000) and the Kars Arena ($10,000).

Throughout the year we focus on community events. We try to be there for families or seniors in urgent need of help. We work with

other community minded organizations, including ROSSS, Yoma, our four Key Clubs and local Scout

and Cadet Troops to deliver these services. Does it take a village to raise a child? While many of

our activities revolve around direct support to youth, we realize that by helping to provide the needed facilities

to support these services we all prosper together. “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.”

A half century ago, the Manotick Kiwanis Club helped to finance the Manotick Arena. More recently, they donated $25,000 to the expansion of the arena and a further $25,000 for facility upgrades in Centennial Park.

Cold hard facts on the melting popularity of ice cream in Canada

By Sylvain Charle B oiS

Ice cream, widely regarded as a beloved treat for the masses, is experiencing a steady decline in demand within the Canadian market. Although retail ice cream sales are on the rise, the overall demand, encompassing both retail and service outlets, displays a concerning trend of diminishing popularity.

Over the past few decades, the quantity of available ice cream in Canada has experienced a significant reduction, serving as a surrogate marker for individual ice cream consumption. Statistics Canada indicates that approximately 40 years ago, the average Canadian consumed around 12 litres of ice cream per year. This figure has decreased to a mere 4.5 litres, signifying a substantial shift in the demand landscape.

Notably, the present level represents less than half of the per capita consumption recorded in 1970, when each Canadian had access to 12.71 litres of ice cream annually. A similar trend in the United States indicates broader implications for North American ice cream markets.

The observed decline in ice cream consumption may be attributed to evolving dietary preferences and health-related apprehensions. An increasing awareness of food allergies and intolerances has prompted

individuals to re-evaluate their consumption of ice cream, leading some to eschew traditional ice cream retail outlets altogether.

Furthermore, the perception of ice cream as a caloric indulgence characterized by high sugar and fat content has positioned it unfavourably among health-conscious consumers. The advent of healthier treat alternatives has further diminished ice cream’s allure, and the 2019 iteration of Canada’s food guide, with its reduced emphasis on dairy products, including ice cream, may have compounded these effects.

2020 witnessed a transient surge in ice cream demand, colloquially termed the “COVID ice cream bump,” wherein ice cream consumption spiked by over a litre per person within a single year, primarily attributed to in-home indulgence during pandemic-related lockdowns. Nevertheless, these levels have since returned to pre-pandemic figures, suggesting that the pandemic’s influence on ice cream consumption was fleeting.

Demographic changes are instrumental in shaping ice cream consumption patterns. With a decline in the number of children and the prevalence of smaller households, the conventional appeal of ice cream parlours as family destinations has diminished. Conversely, adults continue

to enjoy occasional treats, albeit with greater health consciousness influencing their consumption behaviour.

Additionally, the ice cream market faces heightened competition from an array of frozen dessert options, such as frozen yogurt, gelato, and sorbet, which cater to evolving consumer preferences. The diversification of ice cream offerings, featuring elaborate toppings and ingredients, further complicates consumer choices compared to the more straightforward options available in the past.

The contemporary lifestyle, characterized by time constraints and a preference for convenience, may also contribute to the declining demand for ice cream, as consuming ice cream requires a significant investment of time and attention.

Moreover, while overall consumer prices have risen since June 2022, ice cream prices have witnessed a surprising decline of 3.4 percent since the onset of summer, as reported by Statistics Canada’s recent Consumer Price Index. Despite this favourable pricing trend, the demand for ice cream has yet to register a significant resurgence.

The declining demand for ice cream in Canada embodies a nuanced interplay of factors, encompassing shifting dietary preferences, health concerns,

demographic dynamics, intensified market competition, and the brief impact of

the COVID-19 pandemic. But it is the summer, after all; there is nothing

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Ice cream sales are down despite declining prices.

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2023 OCPA Plowing Match set for Richmond

The Ottawa Carleton Plowmen’s Association (OCPA) Plowing Match is set for August 25 - 26, 2023, on the land across from 3285 Eagleson Road, Richmond, owned by Chris Schouten.

On Friday, Aug. 25, there will be an opening ceremony at 10 a.m. and VIP Plowing Competition commencing at 11 a.m. followed by a light lunch and awards ceremony.

On Saturday, Aug. 26, rain or shine, the OCPA Plowing Match starts at 10 a.m., with competitors from across the county vying for a spot to move on to the next level of plowing perfection using both modern and vintage tractors, as well as horses. The day will also showcase an antique tractor display. All are welcome, and admission and parking are free.

Winners will be announced at a banquet held at St. Philip’s Parish Hall, 127 Burke St., Richmond, 5 p.m., with proceeding pre-

sided over in part by the Ottawa Carleton Queen of the Furrow, Rhiannah Gallagher of Osgoode. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased on site.

2023 marks the 40th anniversary of OCPA hosting the International Plowing Match in Richmond in 1983.

To commemorate the occasion, there will be ‘Meet & Greet’ reception at 3 p.m. at the plowing site. Additionally, committee chairs and their members from the 1983 IPM are extended a complimentary invitation to the banquet. For more details, please contact Jennifer Hyland at 613-822-6353 or jwaldroff@ xplornet.com.

Plowers must compete at local matches to be eligible to plow at the International Plowing Match (IPM) and Rural Expo in Bowling Green, (Dufferin County) Ontario, September 19 – 23, which is celebrating the 105th anniversary of the IPM.

City trying to get LRT back on track as shutdown approaches a month

The headache for local commuters will continue at least until Mon., Aug. 14.

Renée Amilcar, the city’s general manager of transit services, said at a news conference last week that she was “hopeful” that the problematic light rail system would be back in operation by Aug. 14. She added that the date was an estimate and that “as work progresses, we will provide an updated timeline.”

The Rideau Transit Group was performing a risk assessment last week. After the assessment, work was to begin on restraining rails located at various curves along the track. Amilcar said that work on restraining rails and testing on sections of the track could be com-

pleted at the same time.

OC Transpo was originally hoping for an opening date of July 31 for the light rail transit service. They said last week that they needed additional 10 days for repairs to reposition the restraining rails on the line, and then time for testing the trains which had not yet been determined as of press time.

A resumption of service on Aug. 14 would put the LRT shutdown at 27 days. It would be the secondlongest shutdown of the system, with the longest being a 54-day shutdown in Sept. 2021 after a derailment.

One of the major issues locally is that many local students who attend Carleton University and uOttawa use the LRT.

Many students bus to Tunney’s Pasture and then take the LRT to Carleton, as the train rolls through the campus.

With the rail system down, many OC Transpo buses are being used for the commuters. School resumes for high school and elementary school students in a few weeks. The French school bards resume classes in late August with the English boards resuming after Labour Day. Many of the students at these schools use OC Transpo buses instead of yellow school buses.

Amilcar added that the service will continue to be delivered with buses, and that they are working around the clock to get the service up and running as soon as it is safe to do so.

From left to right, Catherine Kitts – Cumberland Ward Councillor, Eli El-Chantiry – West Carleton-March Councillor, Denis Bourbonnais - plower, Mayor Jim Watson, George Darouze – Osgoode Ward Councillor, and Stephen Blais, MPP Orléans were all VIP plowers at the Ottawa Carleton Plowing Match held Aug. 26-27 in Ashton. L I n DA PAyA n t P h OtO

Six members of Ottawa Swans selected to play for Team Canada in Parallel Cup

By Ali Boty

On any given Saturday, you can find the Ottawa swans giving everything they have at the Manotick Polo Grounds as they play in the Ontario Australian Football League. Six members of the local team will be travelling to Racine, WI to take part in the Parallel Cup, an annual clash between Team Canada and Team USA.

The Swans have the most representation of any other team within Team Canada with six players being selected, Geoff Coventry, Gregory Bridges, James Clock, Riley Turpin, Christopher Savov and Matthew Makin, and four of them partaking in exclusive interviews. The players share their emotions, aspirations, and the unique bond that comes from being part of a club that values and nurtures Canadian talent.

Geoff Coventry: Proud Return to National Duty

For Coventry, donning the Canadian jersey for the second time fills him with

immense pride and a sense of responsibility, saying “Overall there is no better feeling than putting a Canada jersey on and playing for the maple leaf and the guys beside you.”

His experience in the Parallel Cup is a testament to his skill and dedication as a player. As a forward, Coventry brings creativity, speed, strong marking, and deadly goal-kicking ability to Team Canada, making him a formidable force on the field. He goes on to say “Ottawa prides itself in boasting the most Canadian talent throughout Canada on any Aussie Rules roster and the Ontario competition. Even though our team is mostly Canadians and I think it says a lot when it comes time for Northwind to make its selections since we at Swans are usually playing a high standard of footy for Canadians.”

Gregory Bridges: Journey of Passion and Leadership

Gregory Bridges’ footy journey started in Halifax, and since joining the Ot-

tawa Swans, he has become an integral part of the team’s leadership group. Representing Canada in the Parallel Cup is a dream come true for him, saying it’s an incredible experience, and it’s a privilege. Bridges emphasizes the importance of building a strong culture within the Swans, with a focus on nurturing Canadian talent. As part of the national team, he aims to bring his leadership skills to the backline, enhancing the team’s structure, communication, and defense.

James Clock: Tireless Effort and Commitment

James Clock’s dedication to his craft and hard work during the pandemic have earned him a well-deserved spot in Team Canada for the second consecutive year. He says “It’s a great feeling to realize that the hard work, early mornings, and weekend sacrifices from friends and family had paid off for this part of the journey.”

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As a versatile player, he brings a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a touch of flair to the squad. The Ottawa Swans have a proud history of focusing on developing local talent, and Clock believes that the club’s emphasis on homegrown players sets them apart in the Ontario league.

Riley Turpin: Humble with Ambitions

Riley Turpin’s selection to represent Canada at the Parallel Cup left him feeling both humbled and empowered. He understands the commitment and sacrifices made by him and his teammates to reach this level of competition. Being part of a club that values Canadian talent, Turpin sees the Swans as a platform that empowers players of all backgrounds to excel.

With confidence in his strengths and a desire to learn from the experienced players, he aims to add speed and grit to Team Canada. When

asked about his previous performance, Turpin acknowledged the coaching staff’s hard work and praised them saying, “The biggest take away was off the field. We do a lot of prep in our gameplans and it was amazing to see how dedicated our coaching staff is. I have to give them a nod to how much they are involved in every player, every position, every contest.”

An Exciting Opportunity And A Breeding Ground for Canadian Talent

The Ottawa Swans stand as a shining example of how a strong club culture and emphasis on homegrown talent can lead to success. The Swans boast a history of dominating the Ontario league and proudly represent Canada on the national stage. Their success in promoting Canadian players to the highest level reflects the dedication of coaches, board members, volunteers, and players

who have contributed to the club’s growth over the years.

As the Parallel Cup approaches, these Ottawa Swans players are eager to showcase their skills against some of the best players outside of Australia. Having experienced the intensity of the tournament in the previous year, the players are driven to improve and execute the game plan more effectively. Their dedication to honing their craft and working cohesively as a team reflects the true spirit of Australian Football.

The excitement is palpable as Team Canada prepares to take on Team USA in the Parallel Cup. These talented players from the Ottawa Swans will undoubtedly leave it all on the field, representing not only their club but also the hopes and dreams of Canadian footy fans across the nation. With their passion, determination, and undeniable talent, they are ready to make their mark in this prestigious international event.

James Clock says the hard work, early mornings and sacrifices have been a big part of his journey from playing at the Manotick Polo Grounds to playing for Team Canada. S T e P h en Thorne P h oTo

Eagles advance to World Series after winning Canadian championship

We may not have world class transit, but we have a world class baseball team.

The East Nepean Eagles are in Easley, South Carolina this week for the Senior League World Series. They will be competing against the top teams of 15-16 year olds from around the globe.

The team has a strong South Carleton presence, with Richmond’s Reid Maika, Manotick brothers Cam and Thomas White, and Osgoode’s David Kelly among the 13 players on the roster of the Canadian champions.

Less than a week after winning the Canadian title, the Eagles headed to the 2023 Senior League World Series in Easley, South Carolina.

“I told the boys that winning is not the most important thing here,” said Eagles coach Matt Beelen. “The most important thing is for the boys to really enjoy the week and to have the time of their lives. How many people in Barrhaven, or anywhere,

get to say that they played in a World Series? They are going to meet people and make friends from around the world. They will remember this week for the rest of their lives.”

The Eagles earned the trip to the World Series by winning the Canadian championship in late July at Hamilton Yards at the Nepean Sportsplex. After round robin play, the Eagles beat the Quebec provincial champion Diamond Baseball from the Montreal suburb of Boisbriand 3-2 in a game that featured three different weather delays.

To advance to the final, the Eagles beat Ontario champion Oakville in extra innings.

“We were District 2 champions, but we were not allowed to play in the provincials,” Beelen said. “As the host team for the nationals, we got an automatic berth.”

Beelen said there were advantages and disadvantages from going straight from the West Ottawa district level to

the Canadian championships.

“It would have been a good tune up for us to play in the provincials,” he said. “But the advantage was that we could watch the other teams play and get to know them, while they did not get a chance to see us before the tournament.”

Beelen’s son Nolan pitched the Eagles to a 7-1 win over Oakville in the round robin game. The two teams faced each other in the semi-finals.

It was in the semi-final that the Eagles showed their grit and character. Oakville rallied for four runs in the top of the fourth inning off starter Charlie McDougall. The Eagles fought their way back into the game. Because there is a pitch count with each pitcher only allowed to throw so many pitches in a game, the Eagles used a strategy of taking Oakville’s starting pitcher deep into the count in every at bat.

The Eagles took advantage of walks and errors in the bottom of the fourth inning for a pair of runs. They tied the

score with a pair of runs in the bottom of the sixth inning as Oakville walked in both runs with the bases loaded.

“They committed a few errors and they were walking batters,” Beelen said.

Oakville pitchers walked seven batters in the game.

With the score tied 4-4 after seven innings, the game went into extra innings. McDougall had exhausted his pitch count, and Reid Maika same in to pitch the eighth. He

gave up a two-out single but struck out the next batter to set the stage for the Eagles.

In the bottom of the inning, catcher Justin Morris singled and stole second base to get in scoring position. Maika singled to left centre field and walked it off with an RBI single.

The win set up the final between the Quebec champions and the Eagles. Diamond Baseball had gone undefeated in the round robin.

“They scored a lot of runs and the other teams were intimidated by them,” Beelen said. “We had already beaten them twice in tournaments this year.”

In their round robin game, the Eagles and Diamond were tied 6-6 when rain suspended the game and forced them to continue it the next day. Diamond won 9-6.

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“At that point in the tournament, we already knew we would finish either second or third in the tournament and that we would be playing Oakville,” Beelen said. “We decided to save our starting pitchers and they scored three runs.”

In the final, the weather was a challenge as there were three long delays. Lightning caused a 45-minute delay, and then a downpour of rain caused another delay. More lightning caused another long delay.

Beelen did not want his players focused on the weather, as both teams were dealt the same situation,

“I didn’t want the weather to be an excuse,” he said. “They stayed loose and upbeat through the delays. They handled it very well.”

The Eagles took a 1-0 lead in the second inning. Starting pitcher Nolan Beelen walked, stole second, and then scored on Owen McBane’s double into the gap in left-centre.

Diamond rallied in the third, loading the bases with

the heart of their order coming up. They scored two runs, but Beelen reared back and served up three ground balls.

“We were only down 2-1 at that point, but it could have been 4-1 or 5-1,” coach Beelen said. “Our team is built on pitching and defense. When we got out of that jam, it gave us momentum.”

In the fourth, Reid Maika walked and Evan Tao singled. Cam White drove in one run on a ground ball, and Owen McBane drove in the go-ahead run with a base hit to put the Eagles up 3-2.

Diamond loaded the bases in the fifth and sixth, but pitching and defence helped the Eagles hold onto their one-run lead.

With Nolan Beelen out of pitches, Maika came on in relief. He got out of a sixth inning jam, and then earned the save after a popped up bunt attempt, a sacrifice bunt, and a ground ball back to the mound.

For Matt Beelen, the win brought back personal memories of playing in a World

Series. He grew up playing for the Eagles, and went to the Big League (u19) World Series with the Ottawa West

Crusaders.

“I am a lot calmer going as a coach,” he said. Beelen pitched and

played third base as a player. His team was coached by his father, who has remained close to the team and was the groundskeeper at Hamilton Yards for the tournament.

“He was there every step of the way with us,” Beelen

said of his father. “We are a baseball family, and this week was special for us.”

In South Carolina, the Eagles were eliminated after an 11-1 loss to Haarlem, Netherlands, and a 5-1 loss to Matamoros, Mexico.

Nolan Beelen fires a pitch during the Canadian championships.

Charlie McDougall makes contact against Oakville during the Canadian championships.

Local athletes shine at level 3 provincial gymnastics championships

Three local gymnasts from the Precision Gymnastics team had a strong showing at the Level 3 Provincial championships held recently.

Kate Beaudry won a gold medal on vault, silver medals on bars and beam, a bronze medal on floor along with receiving the special awards for bars and floor. Finally, she is the gold medalist all around Level 3 age 12-13 Provincial Champion for her category.

Anaya Kotyluk won a silver medal on vault,

5th place on bars and bronze medal on beam along with being the silver medalist all around champion for Level 3 age 12-13 in her category.

Maya Drimer earned a bronze medal on vault and bars.

All three girls received the Special award on beam for their mastery of Artistry.

Three other Precision athletes also qualified for provincial championships; Makyah Jones

Level 5, Shayna Vergie Level 4 and Ellie Kettle

Level 6. Shayna Vergie finished 6th on vault, 7th on beam and 8th all around, and Ellie Kettle finished 5th on bars and 13th all around.

Maya Drimer, Kate Beaudry and Anaya Kotyluk all had a strong showing at the Level 3 provincial gymnastics championships.

Kars Aces knock off first place Micksburg Twins in GOFL play

The Greater Ottawa Fastball League regular season wraps up this week, and the Kars Aces are jostling for playoff position.

The Aces are currently in fourth place with a 7-4 record for 14 points. The

Micksburg Twins are in first with 18, the Quyon Flyers have 17 and the Orleans Rebels have 16. The Manotick Brewers are in fifth with 10 points and the Osgoode Chiefs are in sixth place in the seven-

team circuit with 5 points.

On July 22, the Aces got stellar pitching from Brad Porter and a home run from Kurtis Summers as they cruised to an 8-1 win.

The Manotick Brewers ended their regular season

with games July 26-27. On Wed., July 26 in Manotick, the Brew Crew edged Osgoode 3-2 as Manotick’s Adam Smith and Osgoode’s Matt McKay were locked in a pitching duel. Tyler Branchaud hit a two-

run home run for Manotick to put the home team ahead to stay.

The following night, Manotick and Quyon tied 3-3. Smith was on the mound again. In 14 games, the Brewers finished with a

4-8-2 record for 10 points. On Wed., Aug. 2, the Kars Aces road tripped to Micksburg and knocked off the first place Twins 6-3. Brad Porter got the win and Kristian Knapp added a home run for the Aces.

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The kitchen and the pantry are signs of days gone by

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by Larry Ellis

Many houses of yesterday had a pantry off the kitchen. The kitchens were large and roomy, but the pantries were small and compact, often no more than six feet wide by eight or ten feet long, usually near and running along side the cellar stairs or in some the back stairs to the second floor. In the pantry, space was limited, and every inch used to advantage - few steps were required to prepare a batch of bread dough or stir a pitcher of

pancake batter. A pantry was a mother’s paradise; pies were rolled out, put together, baked in the wood stove then quickly whisked back to the pantry to cool. A country pantry was often the “core” of family life, where mothers and daughters frosted cakes, mixed up cookies and made biscuits as they talked with each other. The pantry held not only food for the body but nourishment for the spirit. From time to time the pantry became the sanctuary where one could escape to find peace, quiet and renewed strength when life’s burdens seemed too heavy to bear. Tears and sadness were often replaced by hope and contentment when one would look upon the last year’s harvest

- row upon row of glass jars filled with pickles, jam, jelly, and other preserves that sparkled as the sun shone through the nearby window.

Not all houses had a pantry

- some had a summer kitchen or back kitchen, others a woodshed that was often attached to the kitchen, for obvious reasons - wood for the kitchen wood stove had to

be handy. Many of the summer or back kitchens were unheated; the point of summer kitchen was that on warm summer days the family were away from the heat generated

by the wood stove.

The design of homes today has changed much but memories of what they were like many years ago remain, good memories.

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OLG makes $2.2 million payment to city for Rideau Carleton Casino

Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation is making a first quarter (April 1 – June 30) payment totaling $2,120,858 to the City of Ottawa for hosting Rideau Carleton Casino on Albion Road east of Manotick.

Since the gaming site opened in February 2000, Ottawa has received $97,724,305. They are expected to reach the $100 million mark later this year.

These payments to host communities are based on a formula consistently applied across all gaming sites in Ontario using a graduated scale of gaming revenue at the hosted site.

“Host communities support important community programs and services and strengthen their local infrastructure with these gaming revenues,” said Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance. “These financial supports help fund

the vital programs and services that residents can depend on for their future.”

OLG is proud to share proceeds of casino gaming with local communities, contributing to economic recovery, infrastructure development and job creation. Payments to host communities are part of OLG’s commitment to Ontario – 100 per cent of OLG’s profits are reinvested in the province.

Over the past eight

years, casino service providers have invested more than $2 billion in private sector capital across the province. Since 2017, these investments have led to the development and opening of seven new casinos, one planned development and additional gaming expansions and non-gaming amenities.

Since 1994, host communities have received more than $2 billion in non-tax gaming revenue.

OLG is a crown agency that develops world-class gaming entertainment for the Province of Ontario. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping to build a more sustainable horse ra-

cing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has provided nearly $57 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year, profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

Ottawa’s Third Annual Hot Sauce Expo takes place Sept. 16

Capital City Heating and Cooling confirmed today that on September 16, 2023 they are the main sponsor for Ottawa’s Third Annual Hot Sauce Expo, Heating up the Capital 2023.

Haico Krijgsman of Barrhaven says “This event showcases some of the many great small batch Canadian hot sauces and

their makers. This year we are moving to the EY Centre and indoors to make it available and accessible to a bigger crowd. We have everything in place to make this event another great success. Both the makers and hot sauce lovers are excited for Ottawa’s third annual Hot Sauce Expo! There will also be food

trucks, a cash bar and Jalapeno beer! “

Massine’s Capital Punishment Stage will be home of the entertainment and spicy food eating challenges open to everyone during this event. The winners of the YOW! Awards will be announced including the King of Sauces. Who will be the best sauce in Can-

ada?

The highlight of the Expo will be the extreme pepper eating challenge. The winner will be taking home the “Extreme Chili Alliance Championship Belt” and a $250 cash prize. Competitors for this event are coming from all over Canada and the United States.

More information and advance tickets are available at www.HeatinguptheCapital.com.

Local hot sauce maker Haico Krijgsman is moving the Heating up the Capital Hot Sauce Expo from South Mountain to the EY Centre near the Ottawa International Airport.