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Two teens die in Rideau River tragedy in Manotick By Charlie Senack
The community is continuing to mourn the loss of two teens who drowned after falling through the ice on the Rideau River in Manotick Dec. 27, While four teens went through the ice near Nicolls Island Road, a 17-year-old male was able to make it out of the frigid waters alive and save his 15-year-old sister. While both had to be treated for mild hypothermia, the brother was able to run to a nearby house where a neighbour called 911. In darkness, police searched the river by raft for hours looking for signs of the missing teens. The body of 17-year-old Ahmed Ahmed, also known as Ahmed Haitham, was pulled from the water at around 4:00 a.m. in the morning. The next evening, the body of 16-year-old Riley Cotter was found after an extensive
search using robotic devices. Both teens were from Barrhaven and attended John McCrae Secondary School. A GoFundMe page set up to help Ahmed’s family cover funeral costs said he went out skating with three of his friends. “He only took a few steps on the ice and unfortunately the ice broke,” the GoFundMe read. “Ahmed and his friends fought for their lives wearing heavy winter pants and jackets, with heavy skates trying to swim in pitch black darkness.” The search for Cotter was stalled for part of the day on Dec. 27 after a police officer suffered “diving-related injuries.” The diver was listed in serious condition initially, but is said to be recovering well. In a statement Ottawa Police said their thoughts went out to the victims’ families.
Emergency workers lined Nicolls Island Road as emergency workers searched for a teen who fell through the ice Dec. 27. Two Barrhaven teens, Ahmed Haitham and Riley Cotter, drowned after falling through the thin Rideau River ice while skating. Charlie Senack photo
“We extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and all those af-
fected by this tragic loss,” Ottawa Police said in a post on the platform X, formally
known as Twitter. “This incident profoundly impacts us all, and our hearts go out
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Ontario Government steps up fight against Antisemitism and Islamophobia Sometimes sadness blankets our community. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jing Yu Xiong, owner of Chin Hon Restaurant in Richmond, which is just a few doors down from my Carleton constituency office. Jin’s wife, Wan Juan Xiong, passed away on Dec. 8 after a lengthy battle with cancer. The restaurant has been a cornerstone of the South Carleton business community for many years, and many people in Richmond and the surrounding communities have known the Xiong family for years. I was heartwarming to see local residents rally to support Jing with a giant card and money raised through a GoFundMe campaign. It was also sad to hear of the tragic accident in the water near Nicholls Island
in Manotick that claimed the life of Barrhaven teens Ahmed Haitham and Riley Cotter. We extend our deepest condolences to the families and all those affected by this tragedy.
Winter Carnival Season Is Almost Here
It’s hard to believe that winter carnival season in the Carleton riding is already upon us. The Greely Winter Carnival runs from January 25-28 this year, followed by Manotick Shiverfest the North Gower Winter Carnival and the Osgoode Winter Carnival taking place on the first weekend
of February. The annual Richmond Run 5k and 10k races are also planned for Jan. 28 with the start and finish both at South Carleton High School. The icy conditions and cold weather never seem to slow down local runners, as they get a jump on the season with the first race of the year. Keep an eye on the Manotick Messenger for details.
Ontario Increasing Funding to Combat Antisemitism and Islamophobia
The Ontario government is investing an additional $20.5 million this year, to help address the rise of hate incidents against religious and minority groups, particularly amid the recent spike in antisemitism and Islamo-
phobia. The new funding, prioritizing Jewish and Muslim communities, will expand the province’s Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant, helping faith-based and cultural organizations implement measures to ensure community spaces remain safe and secure. The funding will provide community facilities, including synagogues, mosques, community hubs and Jewish and Muslim schools and childcare centres, with up to $20,000 to help better protect their spaces from hate-motivated incidents, graffiti, vandalism or other damage. Grant funding can be used for measures such as hiring security staff, surveillance cameras, security assessments, cybersecurity, and building repairs. This $20.5 million in-
vestment builds on the $12.5 million provided to over 1,400 faith-based and cultural organizations through the first round of the Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant. Previous recipients of the grant are eligible for a top-up payment. The application portal opened on December 14, 2023.
Quick Facts
- The new dedicated stream of funding will provide up to a maximum of $20,000 per non-profit organization, based on its revenues. - From October 7 to November 20, the Toronto Police Service reported 55 hate crimes and 280 hategraffiti incidents related to antisemitism or Islamophobia. This represents a significant increase compared to the same time last
year with 14 hate crimes and 21 hate-motivated graffiti related to antisemitism or Islamophobia reported. - Since 2021, the government has allocated a total of $86 million in grants and programs to protect faith and cultural communities. - All faith-based, cultural, 2SLGBTQQIA+, First Nations, Inuit, Métis and Urban Indigenous organizations who need support and meet the criteria are eligible to receive funding; however, priority will be given to those that primarily serve Jewish and Muslim communities. - Based on 2021 StatsCan Police Reported Hate Crime data, Jewish and Muslim communities are among those most targeted.
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MANOTICK MESSENGER goldie continues from page 2 Ontario Helping More Students Kick-Start Careers in the Trades
The Ontario government is investing over $62.9 million in two of the province’s foundational skilled trades programs to help more than 18,000 young people explore and prepare for life-long careers in a growing industry. The record increase in funding will help train the 100,000 skilled workers needed to build transit, hospitals and at least 1.5 million homes. The Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) is a specialized high school program that gives students who have completed Grade 10 the chance to explore the trades through cooperative education courses. The government is expanding OYAP with a $21.1 million investment to help more students across the province gain exposure to the skilled trades by accumulating hours toward an apprenticeship while completing their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. The province is also sending 72 OYAP recruiters into more than 800 secondary
schools to compete directly with colleges and universities. The government is also investing $41.8 million to launch roughly 100 pre-apprenticeship training projects around the province to help young people get first-hand experience working in trades that can pay six figures such as welding, electrical and arboriculture. Pre-apprenticeship training is free for participants while costs for textbooks, safety equipment and tools are all covered. Courses can last up to 52 weeks and include an 8–12-week paid work placement with a local employer. This announcement was made at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 353 in Toronto. With a $1.3 million investment from the Skills Development Fund Training Stream, IBEW has launched a free project to prepare 48 people from underrepresented groups as electricians in the Greater Toronto Area. The program includes a free 15week bootcamp on essential electrical skills and health and safety, along with a 10-week paid job placement with a lo-
cal employer and a pathway to an apprenticeship.
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- Apprenticeship registrations increased by 24 per cent in 2023, from 21,971 to 27,319. - In total, there were 91,634 apprentices active in Ontario as of April 3, 2023.
- For more information on pre-apprenticeship training programs, contact Employment Ontario by phone, email, or live chat. - There are 144 skilled trades in Ontario. Ontario also offers Dual Credit and Specialist High Skills Major job skills programs that support second-
ary students to explore careers in the skilled trades. - SDF Training Stream and Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program are supported by labour market transfer agreements between the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario. Office Notice: My office is open Monday
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tragedy continues from page 1 Barrhaven East councillor Wilson Lo expressed his “heartfelt sympathies” to the victims’ families on the platform X, formerly known as Twitter. He told the Manotick Messenger the city is looking into what can be done to strengthen education around ice safety. “City staff will be reaching out and collaborating with Parks Canada to make that site [Long Island Park] specifically safer with signage and education through social media,” Lo said. “There is never a bad time to remind people of the dangers of thin ice, especially over flowing water like the Rideau River, and especially at night when you can’t really see what the ice looks like.” Barrhaven West councillor David Hill also gave his condolences and said city staff and the Ottawa
Carleton District School Board offered any assistance they could give to the two teens’ families. “It was devastating. It broke my heart to hear the news,” said Hill. “I’ve asked a few questions to city staff to see if there are further things we can do in terms of ice safety and prevention.” Ottawa has been dealing with above seasonal temperatures which led to a green Christmas. This week there were five straight days of temperatures above 0 C as an El Niño keeps the water warm. Many parts of the Rideau River near where the teens drowned had open water with some areas being covered in a thin layer of ice. Neighbours who live in the area said just a few days ago almost the entire river was blanketed
Ottawa police are urging local residents to be cautious in the ice and to make sure it is thick enough for skating, snowmobiling or ice fishing before venturing out on the Rideau. Charlie Senack photos
in ice. Safety officials are urging everyone to be cautious since weather has not allowed ice thickness to form. Before walking on ice people should inspect the
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Teens who drowned in Manotick remembered as caring and athletic By Charlie Senack
police officer. His family since he was young and also were lucky enough to spend came to Canada from Iraq loved playing baseball with time with him,” they said in Two teens who died in in 2013 for a “fresh start” East Nepean Little League.” his obituary. “Riley loved the Rideau River days after as war was unfolding in In a statement posted to working with his hands Christmas are being re- that country. Set to turn 18 Instagram, Calabogie Ski and his time at his school membered for their gentle this month, Ahmed was the Racing shared their condol- co-op for auto mechanhearts and love of the out- youngest of four children. ences to Cotter’s family. ics and working with his doors. Speaking to the CBC, his The young athlete was on cousins in the summer doAhmed Ahmed, 17, and aunt said the family gath- the slopes just hours before ing landscaping. Riley’s Riley Cotter, 16, drowned ered by the Rideau River his sudden death. life touched many and will near Nicolls Island on Dec. for hours waiting for his “Riley was a loved long be sadly missed by all. We 27 after falling through the body to be found. time member of our club love you little buddy.” ice after what was supposed “It’s really hard, we A memorial service for 5550 Ann Street, Manotick, ON along with his sister Tori to be a night of skating. Two can’t describe it really,” and father Brent who’s Cotter was held for Cotter other teens — a brother and said Faten Ataallah. “We been a long time club coach on Jan. 5 with donations beEveryone sister — narrowly made Open it wereto all screaming.” and his mother Ellen, who ing requested for the Chilout alive. Ahmed loved going to has been volunteering for dren’s Hospital of Eastern Outside of Ahmed’s Old the gym and was at Movati years,” the statement read. Ontario [CHEO] and the Barrhaven home, a memor- before meeting with his “Riley was a fun loving Ottawa Humane Society. ial with candles, balloons, three friends to go skating. funny kid who made people Meanwhile a prayer serand flowers now stands. A GoFundMe page set up smile and laugh whenever vice was held for Ahmed at Family and friends have to help his family cover fu- he had the chance,” the ski the SNMC Mosque in Barvisited regularly to try and neral costs has raised over club continued. “Riley you rhaven earlier in the week. make sense of the shock- $29,500, surpassing its in- will forever be a part of our The Ottawa Carleton ing tragedy. The night after itial $12,000 goal. club and a part of our lives! District School Board said the accident, a vigil was Riley Cotter, who had a Rest easy and ski hard my they would have mental held where cups of tea were passion for alpine skiing, friend.” health services available at poured amid prayers and dirt bikes, baseball, and Friends and family who John McCrae High School calls for him to come home. skateboarding, has been knew Cotter told CBC he for any students who were “He was joyful, gen- active in Barrhaven’s sports excelled at slalom skiing. struggling. erous, thankful and for- community since he was a The Calabogie Ski Racing “This is very sad news giving,” a poster outside little kid. Club was planning to hold a for us all. This tragedy will Ahmed’s home read. “He “Riley loved nothing memorial to honour the teen be felt deeply by students loved animals and help- better than a day on the at a later date. and staff in our community, ing others. [He] chased hill at Calabogie with his Cotter’s family said they the board said in a statehis dreams always with a ski racing teammates, or in were overwhelmed by the ment. “Our first priority is smile.” the warmer months at the support shown by the com- to ensure that we are supAhmed’s family said he Limerick Forest on his dirt munity and said they will porting the families of the Royal Legion was set to graduate high bike,” his obituary read. never get over his loss. Canadian students and our school school in a few months “Riley has been part of the “His sense of humour community in any Branch 314 Manotickway that and December wanted to become a Calabogie Ski Racing Club isBull well$110 known to all 5550 thatAnn Street, we can.” 16th Jackpot winner: Garnett Manotick, ON
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Are hockey handshake shenanigans a ‘palm-demic’?
If you happen to be in Newfoundland the game and some pictures. Among them sometime this winter, which you likely was a picture of Art Ross of the Wanderfrom won’t be, and you happen to go to a hock- er’s shaking hands with Frank Patrick’s the other ey game, which you probably won’t, you from the all-stars. Looked totally norwill notice something mismal, something we’d see a Page 6, Manotick Messenger, Wednesday, June 23, 2010 sing. million times. But then Mr. When the game ends, Lamb said, ‘son, do you Statistics Canada reported record population growth of 1,050,000 in 2022, with whether it’s a game of ninerealize that this is the first 96 percent coming from international migration. Permanent residents accounted year-old ankle biters chasing handshake recorded in hockfor 437,000 of those immigrants, while 613,000 were classified as non-permanent. Our aCpuck Ommunity around or a competiey?’ I asked him to explain In November, the Trudeau government announced plans to grant permanent tive U16 AAA game or a junand he proceeded to tell me residency to 465,000 people in 2024, increasing that goal to half a million by 2025. Messenger Editorial ior or senior league game, the that given the nature of this Combined with high non-permanent arrivals, this means Canada will continue to teams will go to directly to their dressing game, as a charity exhibition fundraiser have by far the highest rate of any G7 country. rooms when the buzzer sounds. Are you immigration more Canadian the players shook hands at the conclusion The government says we need all these immigrants to compensate for a shortThere will be no handshake after the of the game, won 10-7 by the all-stars. age of skilledthan workers.a fifth grader? game. The hockey tradition that is easily And yes, if you’re wondering that’s thee There’s no doubt that immigrants needed help With Canada Day approaching next week, it isare a good time for to us all to fill worker shortages, but older than every single living Canadian Art Ross who the trophy is named after reflect on what it means to be Canadian. a million per year? Canada’s immigration policy needs to consider two stark re- has been banished on the Rock. The deci- and thee Frank Patrick, brother of Lester Do we take being Canadian for granted? yet, howhousing do new Canadians feel about being Some ofhealthcare us alities: Better a severe shortage and a Canadian? collapsing system – with both sion from the province’s governing body who are regarded as the number one inlook upon immigrants and refugees as opportunists, not wanting to give but getting every day. for some people, that is true, but when you of hockey was made to discourage poten- novators in hockey history. veryworse willing to take. Perhaps, attend a celebration for new Canadians,for suchhousing as the one hosted by NepeanThe year 2022 set a record starts at 320,000, but that’s less than a tial incidents that could spill out into the “According to Mr. Lamb, during the Carleton MP Pierre Poilievre at Mother Teresa High School in Barrhaven last third of theyouimmigration rateand and even inenough house the 446,000 employees parking lot and involve players, coaches next season’s Cup challenges, all three of month, can see the excitement the not thankfulness the eyes ofto every Canadian. addednew to theunderstand, federalperhaps public service thewhat past threetoyears. and parents. them defended by the Montreal WanderThey better than all in of us, it means be Canadian. The announcement sparked Atlantic ers, the players who had participated in Sadly for our benighted country, the Trudeau government has followed a path So how can the rest of us have that feeling? Bev McRae photo of Newfound- the all-star game kept the tradition going that hasThebrought disaster. Now, even responsible, employed Canadians outrage. Even the Premier Conservativenational government has a solid idea. At the school’s 50th Anniversary Party, Manotick Co-operative Nursery School honoured its longest-servJason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism land-Labrador was upset with the hand- with post game handshakes. He claimed have and to Andrew campCohen, in vehicles and tents because of an unprecedented housing shorting teacher/volunteer with a memorial garden bench, which will be installed with a plaque in the school’s President of the Historica-Dominion Institute, are chalplayground. Left to right, MCNS Director Sandy Erler andban. June Hodge celebrate June’s 29 years as a supshake he had seen pictures of the postgame lenging middle and school students the citizenship test. age. Canadians arehigh suffering andto take dying on healthcare waitlists while cruelly being ply teacher, teacher and volunteer. The Canadian Citizenship Challenge, funded in part by CIC and run by the The story of the handshake in hockey on ice celebrations but that the players forbidden access toInstitute, private by federal legislation. Historica-Dominion willcare see students study Discover Canada: theAnd yet the government has was detailed in an online post by – who would shake hands more like in the NFL, Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship andof then take aamock citizenship reconfirmed an immigration goal half million permanent residents, with no test. Sometimes it’selse? best justhockey to say nil Liam Ma- going to players they knew etc. It was his – local historian lessening immigrants, will “Thisof willnon-resident be a fun way for students to learn aboutwhich Canada and feel add proud another million immigrants I’m finding myself at one of those bizarre crosswonder about things the like how come “underneath” is he was of our shared history and accomplishments,” said Minister Kenney. “As we guire. He tells story of how contention backed by that picture and the in 2024. roads where everything I love about sports is about a word but no one ever says “overneath” when the learn about our past and the people and events that made Canada what it is working at Carleton Lodge in 1980 and story that this was the origin of the tradto collide with a large swatch of the population workdiscussion pulled me back into soccer. we become more proud be Canadian. We areCanada’s inspired to see how we It’stoday, hard to know howto much worse housing shortage and healthcare ing diligently to grate my nerves. “Chelsea is learning so much by watching the can defend our rights and live up to our responsibilities and we feel much met a resident named Mr. Lamb. Liam ition. In all the research I’ve done on this crisis more willstrongly get under these policies. But they most surely will. It’s this whole World Cup thing. Don’t you find World Cup,” said the mom wearing Crocs. “We are how valuable it is toxic to be a citizen of Canada.” was already for having a passince I’ve been unable to find anything that people are just a little too into it? studying eachwell-known country before the game. She has “Our schools need to be training our young people to become the citizens Adding to our difficulties, Canada faces very serious economic stagnation I found myself in line in front of – two nouveau a fan ofhistory. Arr-hayne-TEE-na, and she of tomorrow. Citizenship is not only about new Canadians, it’s about all sion really for become hockey Mr. Lamb invit- else definitively on the origin of this great soccer fan moms at Your even wants us to go there on our Canadians, self-inflicted. young and old,” said Andrew Cohen. “The Canadian Citizenship also largely Canadian GDP growth has stalled, and the outlook is ed Liam to hisvacation roomnexttoyear.look tradition.” Independent Grocer the other day. Perhapsatwea hockey Challenge will encourage students to learn more about what it means to be FROM dire. A July and 15th report from TD says that “Real GDP per I was kind of in my capita own little has can even go to Brrra-seeel.” Canadian then put that knowledge to the Economics test.” scrapbook. They may have also enjoyed The handshake goes beyond hockey. It THE mental world in the checkout That caught my attention. Starting this summer, the Historica-Dominion will be encouraging contracted over the last three quartersInstitute ... 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It Morris enter the world after some quality “They are a wonderful football as persist a class andwell the teachers the completed exams to the lengesexam will into will the return future”. As Liam writes: represents everything that we are trying time on Planet Jeff and launch nation,” she said. “My husband, Dominion Institute for grading. The Results stark will reality is thatbythose millions of hopeful immigrants entering Canada into my weekly way-to-reward-your-customers-byof course, wears the azure and cheers for Italia, but be announced the Dominion Institute on Flag Day “Among the dozens and dozens of to accomplish through sport and athletic charging-us-five-cents-per-bag-and-claiming-it’s- Zachary’s favourite team has been MAY-heee-co. 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Protesting kids and moms visiting Santa is taking things too far The Editor, I was shocked that the local and national media chose not to report on the disruptions and protests at malls in Ottawa and Toronto before Christmas (while we are still allowed to say the word Christmas). If Palestinian supporters want average Canadians to sympathize with them, protesting and intimidating parents and children going
to see Santa Claus at malls is not the way to do it. Chanting things like “Jesus was from Palestine” at children going to see Santa Claus is not acceptable. It is a known and documented fact that one of the mandates of Hamas, which is recognized as a terrorist organization in Canada, the US, Japan, Egypt, the European Union and Israel, is to exterminate all Jews.
The Hamas charter says: “The Day of Judgment will not come about until Muslims fight Jews and kill them. Then, the Jews will hide behind rocks and trees, and the rocks and trees will cry out: ‘O Moslem, there is a Jew hiding behind me, come and kill him.’” The pro-Palestinian protests in our city are growing, increasingly disruptive, and alarmingly
becoming more aggressive. At the malls, police and security stood back and watched. They do not seem to want to be labelled as racists or Zionists or whatever for stepping in and restoring order. As for the chants about Jesus being Palestinian, Jesus was a Jew, and he was born in Bethlehem, also known as the City of David. Were the protestors
at the mall aware that the Israelites were there two thousand years ago and beyond, which is long before 1948? With the exception of Indigenous Canadians, all of our families, regardless of how far we go back in genealogy, came here for a better life and to get away from conflicts. We left those conflicts behind us. None of us understand
how putting masks on and threatening and intimidating moms and kids visiting Santa, or marching up and down Woodroffe Avenue and belting out the antisemitic genocidal chant, ‘From the River to the Sea’, is going to get anyone in Israel or Gaza to stop fighting. In Canada, we’re not fighting. Let’s keep it that way. Brian Richardson
Reader wonders if Canada would react to being illegally occupied and bombed The Editor, This refers to letter of December 15, 2023 by Pat Johnson titled “Peace in Israel and Gaza can only be achieved once Hamas is destroyed: In researching this piece, Pat seems to have missed all the pertinent facts about why there is no
peace between Palestine and Israel, blaming Hamas (the government). I don’t know how one could talk about that conflict without mentioning, as a cause, (1) the illegal occupation by Israel of a part of Palestine, the West Bank, decades ago, and the building thereon
of “settlements”, which are accepted internationally to be communities of fanatical anti-Palestinian groups who kill about 1,000 Palestinians a year, according to Israeli sources, (2) the complete blockade by the Israelis, by land sea and air (CBC news), for decades, leav-
ing the Palestinians there without adequate food, medicine, and all else needed for life, (3) continual bombing by the Israelis of targets in Palestine, often indiscriminately, including government officials (Hamas), (4) calling and inducing others to call the government, Hamas,
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a terrorist organization, to seem to justify their atrocities, in spite of pleas by neutral international organizations, e.g., Doctors without Borders, to end the practice. I suppose Pat thinks that, to be fair, Canada would not retaliate for being illegally occupied,
bombed, etc. Hard to believe. Gerry Chartrand Ed. note – We would like to think that Canada’s reaction would not be a surprise attack, slaughtering innocent civilians, beheading babies, and urinating on corpses.
futsal, volleyball, coed “Both inside and outside andcer, to get a different perof school, I enjoy partici- spective on all aspects volleyball, and oftouch footby Phillin Potter pating several different the school. I was a cheerball.for I10also Grade: 12Township YOUTH sports. These include soc- leader School: Osgoode years,enjoy but I traveling andnolearning about different cer, futsal, volleyball, coed could High longer continue lem solving. Since the convolleyball, and touch foot- duelocations to concussions, I and socultures. I’ve Parents: Heather and Denby Phill Potter cepts are not broad, and ball. I also enjoy traveling turned to coaching. It has Grade: 12 travelled to many places nis Wyche there isn’t much interpretaand learning about different given me an opportunity to lem solving. Since the conand inI thefind locations and cultures. I’ve continue Parents: Heather and Den- cepts are not broad, sport, itevenvery intertion and to be done, it’s more travelled to many places though nis Sisters: Wyche I can no longerevery parthereOTHS, isn’t much interpretaesting how culture April (20), just problem solving, which and I find it very inter- ticipate in it.” tion to be done, it’s more has unique traditions and UNB Fredericton. Violet is what makes me enjoy esting how every culture Sisters: April (20), OTHS, just problem solving, which This means that such as potholes to report, ing withGoals: traffic enforcement subcultures. My favourite (20), Canterbury has unique traditions and UNB Fredericton. Violet measures Career “After those the most.” is(vocals), what makes me enjoyclasses like road upgrades and rebest thing you My canfavourite do is high are assigned. only subcultures. (20),Carleton Canterbury (vocals), school Iishope toThis go to is the those classes most.” place Norway, because University. Ivythethe place is Norway, because Carleton University. Ivyinfrastrucuniversity somewhere near to inform surfacing, major to contact 3-1-1 to submit a way for the public is such beautiful St. Algonquin Mark, Algonquin Whatthere is your suchGreatest beautiful thethere (22),(22), St. Mark, east coast; hopefully in What Greatest ture re-design, stop signs andis your request with theisCity online. where are country placed. places officers all top over College. country kinesiology. College. My choicethe Accomplishment?Accomplishment? “Earn- places all over the“Earntraffic signals, postedingspeed If there are roads or interPolice enforcement of speed and amazing hiking. The schools are University of the title of Student Counand amazing hiking. The ing the title of Student Counnext location I wish to trav- New Pets: Two dogs, Ewokspeed Brunswick insafe St. John, cil President my school. that limits, automated en- at sections have frequent limits and driving is a next location I wish to travPets: Two dogs, Ewok cil President at mybecause school. el to is Iceland, it’s and Dalhousie in Halifax. and Pixie, and a cat. The process was not easy, forcement, red light cameras, excessive speeding or trafvery effective way to reduce el that, to isI hope Iceland, and Pixie, and a cat. open country, with After to pursuebecause it’s The not easy, but I persevered and madeprocess it a very was andPart-time moreWork: are“Cheernot measures ficbut violations, thecitizens, bestmade thing andathletic traffic violavery kind and lotsit a speeding career in either through, even though there a very open country, with I persevered and to see.” leadingmy and tumbling therapy, or education.” setbacks toalong the that office coach can were directly do is to file a non-emertions. very kind citizens, and lots Part-time Work: “Cheerthrough, even though there at Kemptville Infinity in way. It has also been a very influence. gency report withgetthe with suggesto Residents see.” leading and tumbling coach Why did along you inKemptville.) were police setbacks the rewarding accomplishment, If you would like to see OPS. These reports are vital tions on items After suffering numerous volved in what you do? as I’ve gained at Kemptville Infinity in so many way.op-It has also beenin aStudent very concussions, Melita Wycheoutside my “I got involved Favourite considered Subjects: for portunities, and gotten to measures your as they are used to inform purview influence are still Whytodid you get inKemptville.) rewarding accomplishment, Council because I saw it turned to coaching. “Math and Chemistry. I network with other youthpolice community, or have issues where officers dealencouraged to reach out. volved in what you do? PHILL POTTER PHOTO as an opportunity to make enjoy doing labs and prob- like myself.” as I’ve gained so many opHigh
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could no longer continue due to concussions, so I turned to coaching. It has given me an opportunity to continue in theMESSENGER sport, even MANOTICK though I can no longer participate in it.”
Speeding, traffic issues a common topic at Rideau-Jock ward office Happy New Year! Residents often reach out to my office to report excessive speeding and unsafe driving conditions, providing helpful suggestions about how the City might improve the safety of our roads for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. I wanted to take a moment to outline what my office’s role is in addressing these issues, how the City can assist through the 3-1-1 process, and what other options exist to address trafficrelated issues across our communities. My office’s most significant role in addressing traffic issues like speeding comes in the form of the City’s Temporary Traffic Calming (TTC) program. This program provides Councillors’ offices with an annual budget for introducing measures such as speed boards, flex stakes, certain painted markings, speed humps, and more. To introduce these measures, our office works with City staff to conduct a traffic study. If warrants are met, staff recommend TTC measures to my office, and we work with staff to determine the best measures to introduce. While this process can take several months, it ensures that measures are introduced only where they are warranted and that the best measures are introduced to successfully calm traffic. The annual budget that our office has is extremely limited. Unfortunately, we cannot introduce as many measures every year as we have requests. However, the
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measures build over time as, once they are installed, we do not have to pay for their annual re-installation. Over time, this program helps ensure that measures are introduced across the Ward. Beyond the TTC program, my office mostly plays a supporting role. We are consulted on major changes and can provide recommendations to staff. We can support residents in filing requests to 3-1-1 or ensuring that there is appropriate and timely follow up on their requests. And ultimately, I work with my Council colleagues to set City-wide policy. For instance, I am working to get more money allocated towards infrastructure improvements that can benefit our Ward and am working to remove Manotick from the City’s truck route network, which is a larger change requiring considerable effort behind the scenes with staff and Council. Most traffic measures are managed directly by City staff. Staff apply independent criteria and standards to identify and address areas that most warrant changes. Though removing political involvement limits my ability to direct staff, it ensures that I am not competing against my fellow Councillors for limited funds. These independent measures are imperfect, but are fairer than the alternative for our Ward.
Favourite Subjects: “Math and Chemistry. I enjoy doing labs and prob-
portunities, and gotten to network with other youth like myself.”
“I got involved in Student Council because I saw it as an opportunity to make
Career Goals: “After Though I do not have the high school I hope to go to ability to somewhere implement every university near change ourhopefully communities the eastthat coast; in might benefit from, always kinesiology. My topIchoice make sure bring residents’ schools areto University of concerns to staff New Brunswick in St.and John,to use those concerns to drive and Dalhousie in Halifax. change on a policy basis After that, I hope to pursue As aaround careertheinCouncil either table. athletic I work toormake sure that our therapy, education.” Ward’s priorities are taken seriously, input from residents issuffering always appreciated. After numerous concussions, Melita Wyche turned to coaching.
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Check Coffee. This will be a bi-monthly event every second Manotick Legion -5550 Ann Street. Branch 314 Manotick Wednesday of every month beginning January 10. You do not Legion has its doors open to ALL residents, offering a great • Ottawa FutsalofClub entering their 29th have seasontoindoor • Old TimetoFiddle Music & Dance - Eastneed Osgoode Greely • Friday Night Country Music & Dance Club The Greely Legion to be a Legion Member to attend. For more informaline-up events - you don’t be a member attend! soccer. Youth boys & girls, women, men & coed. Players / Assoc, First Friday of each month, invites & welcome the fourth Friday of each month. Bring along an instrument to tion contact: Terry Hunter at peilighthorse@hotmail.com teams Historic wanted. AllMovie skill levels. League starts October play, or come in to sing, listen and dance. Admission is FREE. all 9:30 Musicians, Night - January 17 ends - 7 pm to pm -Dancers Free & Listeners. Greely Community April 2020. Please www.futsalottawa.com. Centre, 1448 Meadow info Euchre Greely Legion, 8021 Mitch OwensSaturday Road, ON. Information: Progressive Tournament - First of the screening for allgoofonline the atmovie Casablanca (1942). Starring Hum-Drive, Greely. For additional Early bird ends September 21st call 613 489-2697. 613-822-1451 or 613-826-6128. month at the LegionRegister at 12:30 pm; play at 1 pm. phrey Bogart and Ingrid Berman Includes additional wartime For more information, contact: danspitzig@gmail.com features like 1940s cartoons, film short – Canadian War Savings Tuesday Dance Party The -Greely hosts live Greely music on • Ottawa Newcomers Club - For womenentering who have recently Fun Night for adults and children. An optional • Ottawa Club their •29th season indoor • Old Time Fiddle • Music & Dance EastLegion Osgoode • Frid Certificates, aFutsal preview of coming attractions, aThursday singalong, public the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 1:00 pm - 4:00 moved to this area; (and those who have experienced a supper at 5:45 pm. Indoor soccer/games, crafts, or nursery Chic Time in the Tick Returns with The Enchanted Garden Gala service announcements. Allgirls, are invited to amen night ofcoed. cinematic soccer. Youth boys & women, & Players / the f Assoc, First Friday of each month, invites & welcome pm. Bring along an instrument to play, or come in to sing, significant life change), and would like to meet new for ages 0-11. Parenting course, Alpha course, or Growing inall May 2024 Tickets are on sale now. For more information and to enchantment as your host Terry Hunter will help transport you wanted. skill levels. starts October Musicians, Listeners. Community play, listen and & dance. Admission isGreely FREE. Greely Legion, 8021 peopleteams of similar interestsAll by joining our manyLeague group in Faith/Hearing God ends course for adults, 6:30 - 7:30 pm. To Dancers purchase tickets go to https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/chic-time-in-theback to the golden age of Hollywood and into a world where love Mitch Owens Road,Greely. ON. Information: 613-822-1451 orinfo 613activities. More2020. information at: ottawanewcomersclub.ca try it out contact, discipleship@trinitybiblechurch.ca April Please go online at www.futsalottawa.com. Centre, 1448 Meadow Drive, For additional Gree tick-presents-an-enchanted-garden-gala-tickets-718834522407 and duty collide in a narrative that has withstood the test of time!
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Happy New Year & congrats to Light up the Village Contest winners Community spirit came out ablaze for Manotick’s Holiday Decorating Contest. Twenty seven home and business owners entered and on a rainy December 17 evening six judges, Councillor Brown, Kelly Belair (MBIA), Debbie Mulvihill, (Kiwanis), Wendy Eberwein (MCPRA), Irene Staron (MVCA) and a senior representing ROSSS ventured out to select the winners. Our thanks to ROSSS for providing a volunteer judge, van and driver, and our congratulations to the winners! In the Business categories First place went to the Mill Tavern, Second Place to Allure Hair & Medi Spa, Third Place to Manotick Place Retirement Community. Rebel Petal and Royal Lepage Team Realty each received Honourable Mention, and The Mill Tavern earned both the People’s Choice and Kid’s Choice Awards. In the Home/Residential Categories, Di-Anne and Tony Sekeres won the Traditional Category while Honourable Mention was awarded to Maxine Whelan and family. In the WOW cat-
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Mark Your Calendar - MVCA Shiverfest Returns February 2 & 3, 2024
Winter festivities continue as the MVCA plans to bring you another fun-filled Shiverfest the weekend of February 2nd and 3rd. Activities include a pancake breakfast hosted by Kiwan-
is in the Manotick Arena, horse-drawn sleigh rides in Centennial Park, a magic show and face-painting for the kiddies, our annual Chili Cook-Off, Beer Tasting, and YOMA Bake Sale at the Legion, and Trivia Night at the Mill Tavern to name a few. Love photography? Enter our ‘Chilling Moments’ photography contest. Interested in volunteering? Write us at info@manotickvca. org and we’ll connect you with the right people to help you. Full details and schedule of events are posted on https://www.manotickvca. org/shiverfest and on social media (FaceBook & Instagram). Shiverfest postcards with full schedule can be picked up at local businesses. Ask for yours today!
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Watson’s Mill Used Bookstore is now closed until Spring 2024. Thank you to the community for all your support. The bookstore operates with only donations and volunteers, and proceeds go directly towards sustaining the store, funding building maintenance, programs, and day-to-day operations at Watson’s Mill and Dickinson House.
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Kiwanis Club involvement extends far beyond village of Manotick By Ralph Tweedie Manotick Kiwanis Club Happy New Year! To start the new year off I’d like to tell you about the Kiwanis Club of Manotick’s involvement beyond the borders of Manotick. In April, we work with others to present the Kiwanis Ottawa Music Festival. Many members volunteer at Petrie Island to celebrate on Canada Day, July 1st. Members also donate time on Special Needs Day at the Capital Fair to ensure disabled children can safely enjoy
Kiwanis News Ralph Tweedie their day. Throughout the year we support the Kiwanis AKtion Club for developmentally disadvantaged adults. The Kiwanis family supports community-oriented services throughout the Ottawa region. Kiwanis sponsors Key Clubs to promote youth leadership in community service. Scholarships are provided to many local
high schools. We support a number of food cupboards in Ottawa. At a regional level, we collaborate with other Kiwanis Clubs to sponsor Key Leader camps. High school students learn leadership and communication skills at weekend seminars. Each spring, Key Club members are sent, with chaperones, to conferences where they can share techniques and learn new skills. At a provincial level, Kiwanis clubs work with Staples Canada on their “Back to School” program. Participating
Staples stores collect donations which Kiwanis distributes as Staples Gift cards to help children in need. Kemptville Staples supplied a gift card for the Kemptville Salvation Army to equip needy students with school supplies in the Fall. Barrhaven Staples supplied gift cards given to the Youville Center and to a women’s shelter (The Interval House). At a national level we provide financial aid to individuals and communities suffering from tragedies. A recent example is financial support provided to Ukrainian refu-
gees coming to Canada. Internationally, Kiwanis supports UNICEF in their fight against health problems in third world nations. Our first partnership was to eliminate iodine deficiency disorder (IDD). The Kiwanis family raised more than US$100 million to eliminate IDD. Salt iodization is now considered one of the most successful public health achievements of the latter 20th century. Our second partnership with UNICEF was to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus (MNT). Since 2010, the number
of babies dying from this devastating but preventable disease has been reduced by nearly half. Kiwanis members affect positive change through volunteering our time to community efforts. At the heart of these efforts is a commitment to children and youth, to individuals and families in need, and to programs that promote youth literacy and service leadership. Our vision: That one day, all children will wake up in communities that believe in them, nurture them, and provide the support they need to thrive.
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SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY Shop Local! One can never be too young to shop locally, especially during the holiday season. Manotick Home Hardware had four kids shopping events in December to help local youngsters get their Christmas shopping done. Kids were assisted by the Manotick Home Hardware staff with their shopping while the parents relaxed in the parent lounge. The kids chose their gifts and had them wrapped while the moms and dads enjoyed hot chocolate and cookies from 692 coffee and bar.
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Being a better friend to others is a great New Year’s resolution As we usher in the New Year, the customs, and traditions that January brings start to creep back into our daily lives. We will date out cheques incorrectly; we may complain about how much weight we gained over the holidays, and we usually make resolutions that won’t be kept. We have seen the passing of another year. There have been times when experiences and certain events brought us happiness and we have laughed. For others, there has been pain and tears, some of us have said goodbye to longtime friends or loved ones and we have cried. If you are having trouble making resolutions for the New Year, I have some thoughts that might help all of us be better people and might
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even cause some change in this mixed-up world as well. First, we can start by making a resolution to just be better friends. The only way to have a friend is to be one, and this means 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Ask yourself, “when was the last time you really went out of your way to help a friend?” “When was the last time you spoke to or visited that elderly neighbour or the new family that just moved into your neighbourhood?” “When was the last time you just told a friend how much they mean to you?” Being a better friend won’t
cost you anything, it can be done every day, and the positive effects are immeasurable! Think of how much better this place could be if we just cared a little more and loved a little stronger each day. Don’t let a little dispute injure a great friendship. Remember that each moment, each hour, each day is a chance along life’s journey to keep these resolutions. Remember that by changing ourselves, we can make a change in the world around us. Remember to stand by one another during life’s peaks and valleys, offer a shoulder to lean on when life’s load becomes a burden. Remember these three “Rs”; Respect for self; Respect for others; Responsibility for your actions. Happy New Year!
Josh Siu presented a giant card signed by a large number of local residents to Jin Yu Xiong, owner of the Chin Hon Restaurant in Richmond, on Dec. 21. Jing’s wife, Wan Juan Xiong, passed away Dec. 8 after a long battle with cancer. Richmond resident Melissa Harley organized the effort, and there was also a GoFundMe page created to support the Xiong family in their time of need. https://www.gofundme.com/f/chin-hon-support
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Empowering independence: A look at ROSSS’ programs and services As the calendar turns over to mark the beginning of a new year, the team at Rural Ottawa South Support Services (ROSSS) extends warm wishes for a Happy New Year to all. As we embark on this journey into 2024, it’s a time for reflection, resolutions, and a renewed commitment to our community. In the spirit of education and community engagement, we want to take this opportunity to shed light on the extensive range of programs and services that ROSSS provides to seniors and adults with disabilities in the rural areas of Ottawa South, spanning from Munster to Metcalfe. At the core of our mission is the commitment to help seniors and adults with disabilities age gracefully in the comfort of their homes. To be eligible for our services, individuals must be 55 years of age or older or have a government recognition of a disability. ROSSS is a lifeline for many, and we pride ourselves on being a beacon of support for those who need it most. One of our most recognized services is our transportation program, operating a fleet of seven vehicles, including two wheelchair-accessible options. This vital service ensures that our clients can access medical appointments, go shopping, visit friends and family, or attend other essential appointments. The simplicity of the process—calling ROSSS with five business days’ notice to book a ride—and the affordability of our rates make this program indispensable. With round trip fares starting at $11
ROSSS News Melissa MacIsaac for distances up to 30 kilometers within the City of Ottawa limits, our transportation services are not only economical but also reliable. We extend our reach beyond the city limits, providing transportation to areas such as Winchester or Kemptville at reasonable rates. Our drivers, hailed as unparalleled in their kindness, attentiveness, and support, contribute significantly to the success of this program. ROSSS’ Meals on Wheels program is another cornerstone of our services, offering both fresh/hot and frozen meals delivered by local volunteers throughout the week. Collaborating with local partners, such as TimeSaver Foods for frozen meals and Manotick Place for fresh options, we ensure that our meals are not only delicious but also nutritious. Our commitment to affordability is reflected in our pricing, with frozen meals priced at $8.00 each and fresh meals at $8.75 each. To place an order or learn more, individuals can contact us at 613-692-4697 x 241 or via email at MOW@ rosss.ca. Addressing the social wellbeing of our community members is equally crucial, and ROSSS excels in providing diverse social programs. From luncheons and breakfasts to drop-in programs, pickleball,
knitting groups, and fitness classes, our offerings cater to a spectrum of interests. These activities aim to foster connections among rural seniors and adults with disabilities, combating feelings of loneliness and isolation. While registration is required for some programs, the benefits are immeasurable, with entertainment, games, educational guests, and crafts creating a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere. For more information or to register, individuals can call 613-692-4697 x 224. Recognizing the significant role caregivers play in our community, ROSSS offers caregiver support groups and respite services. Respite provides much-needed relief for family caregivers, encompassing personal care, laundry, shopping, light housekeeping, assistance with medications, supervision, and engaging activities. The caregiver support group, held in person on Tuesdays, provides a platform for group discussions, professional speakers, and support resources. To explore these services, individuals can call 613-692-4697 x 223. For those who are physically frail or cognitively impaired, our Adult Day program is designed to assist participants in maintaining their maximum level of functioning, preventing premature institutionalization, and providing respite for caregivers. The program incorporates planned social, recreational, and physical activities, along with snacks and lunch. Beyond these core pro-
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grams, ROSSS offers additional services to cater to various needs. Footcare is provided both in our office and within the community by a registered footcare nurse. Friendly Visiting involves regular visits by compassionate volunteers to homebound clients, aiming to alleviate isolation and loneliness through friendship and support. Telephone Assurance ensures the well-being and security of vulnerable members of our community, with ROSSS volunteers making
regular check-in wellness calls to clients. Personal Support Services and Home Support Services round out our offerings, assisting clients with daily tasks of living, personal care, hygiene, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry. These services collectively contribute to the overarching goal of enabling seniors and adults with disabilities to remain in their homes safely for as long as possible. ROSSS is a comprehensive
support network for the residents of rural Ottawa South, embodying the spirit of community care and empowerment. If you or someone you know could benefit from any of these programs and services, we encourage you to reach out to our office at 613692-4697, visit us at 1096 Bridge Street, Manotick, or email us at info@rosss.ca. As we step into the new year, let us continue to build a stronger, more connected community together.
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Parents of Ian Goddard devastated after late son’s memorial vandalized
The parents of former South Carleton High School student Ian Goddard are “devastated” after the memorial for their late son was vandalized
over the holiday break. “It’s just hard to believe that anyone would do this,” said Monique Larocque, Ian’s mother.
Ian Goddard’s mother, Monique Larocque, says it breaks her heart when she sees the memorial plaque honouring her son was defaced with a hammer.
The memorial was put together in the spring of 2021 after Ian lost his life at the intersection of Franktown Road and Munster Road, west of Richmond. Ian was riding a dirt bike and was struck and killed by a car at what is known as one of the most dangerous intersections in the area. Ian was 14 when he was killed in the accident, which happened April 18, 2021. During that week, schools were off for a delayed March Break. Because of a third wave of COIVD-19, students did not return to school after the break. A hydro pole at the corner of where the accident happened was turned into a makeshift memorial for the young hockey player and dirt bike enthusiast. Behind the pole in the field at the corner, a memorial was created for Ian. The memorial includes a plaque, interlocked patio stones, a place to
Brant Goddard and Monique Larocque were devastated when they saw that the memorial for their son, Ian Goddard, was vandalized on the night of Fri., Dec. 29.
sit, and momentos of their son. The memorial was created in the corner of the farm field at the intersection, with permis-
sion of the landowner, by a local landscaper. The Goddard family, as well as many of Ian’s friends,
frequently visit the memorial.
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MANOTICK MESSENGER vandalized continues from page 14 “I was driving my truck by, and I was talking on the phone for something about work,” Brant Goddard said. “I go by there every day, and I noticed someone had taken Ian’s hockey sweater and some of the sticks and other things were missing. I went down there, and there was stuff everywhere.” The centrepiece of the memorial is a plaque with Ian’s face, paying tribute to the young man. The hardest thing for Brant Goddard to see was the defaced and damaged plaque honouring his late son. “It looks like someone took a hammer to it,” Brant said. “They dented the plaque and then they scratched his face with the claws of the hammer. When I saw it, I was angry. I was mortified.” The damage to the plaque was the worst part of the vandalism for Monique. “It makes me cry every time I see it,” she said. “It breaks my heart.”
When Brant and Monique went back to the site together, they found parts of the memorial thrown in the bush. One small sign was destroyed, but some of the pieces were left in tact. “Being there and seeing what happened to the memorial brought a lot of the memories and feelings back,” Monique said. “It was very difficult to see, and it was hurtful to see that someone would do something like this. We just can’t understand What had been a beautiful memorial was nothing but a pile of sticks after vandals destroyed the memorial for Ian Goddard why.” west of Richmond. Monique posted photos on her Facebook page, and tragedy and situation were added. “It’s nice that Ian is the reaction from the com- learned by Brant and Mo- making an impact on these nique as they talked to families, and hopefully we munity was immediate. won’t see anything like “A lot of people reacted people in the area. “People were telling us this happen to them.” to the post and reached out The couple called the to us,” she said. “People that they would go past the were offering to help us memorial and they would Ottawa Police after seerebuild the memorial and talk to their kids about ing the damage done to do whatever was needed. safety and they would tell the memorial. They are People wanted to make them what happened to asking anyone with any donations so that we could Ian,” Brant said. “The me- information on the vandalreplace some of the things morial became a teaching ism to contact the Ottawa tool for parents.” Police. The report number Ian Goddard was a 14-year-old South Carleton High School that were destroyed.” “People use it for posi- is T23033374. student when he was killed in an accident at Franktown One of the silver linings Road and Munster Road in April, 2021. in the dark cloud of the tive reasons,” Monique
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