by Irene Staron, President,

Manotick Village and Community Association (MVCA)

es our deepest gratitude to Rod Brazier, our newsletter editor, publisher and volunteer extraordinaire who for years has helped bring interest and vibrancy to the messages we bring to you. Rod’s dedication goes above and beyond the call of duty, managing to finesse last minute revisions to the 26 issues that arrive in your inbox each year. Rod, we wish you well in your continued work with the Rideau Township Historical Society and all the community groups who benefit from your extensive experience and creativity. You will be missed.

MVCA presents Student Award – St. Mark High School

Congratulations to Hope Hansen, 2023 MVCA award recipient and graduating student of St. Mark High School! Each year the MVCA donates $500 to a deserving student at St. Mark High School and South Carleton High School. This award was presented during the June 28 graduation ceremony. Students are selected by their teachers on the basis of achievements in scholastics and volunteerism. Well done Hope – we wish you continued success!

Hawkins Properties -

The MessengerFOCUS ON YOUTH

Age: 17

School: Osgoode Township

5646 / 5650 Manotick Main - Public Consultation – July 31, 6:30 pm Manotick Arena

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

High

Grade: 12

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

Parents: Heather and Dennis Wyche 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.”

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

FOCUS ON YOUTH

Activities/Interests: 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.”

Public Consultation Scheduled for Hawkins Properties July 31

by Phill Potter

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.

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

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

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

A number of you have expressed concerns regarding the planned carwash expansion/Starbucks development project. On July 31st the City is hosting a public consultation at 6:30 pm at the Manotick Arena to provide you the opportunity to voice your concerns in person, ask questions and obtain more information. Although registration is not necessary, Councillor Brown’s office encourages residents who plan to attend to email ward21@ottawa. ca. For comprehensive details on the Site Plan Con- trol Application and Zoning By-law amendment with full copy of all plans and studies go to https://www. manotickvca.org/planningdevelopment.

What is your Greatest Accomplishment? “Earning 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.”

What is your Greatest Accomplishment? “Earning 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.”

MCPRA Centennial Park Enhancement –July Construction Start

“Both inside and outside of school, I enjoy participating in several different sports. These include soccer, futsal, volleyball, coed 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 subcultures. My favourite place is Norway, because there is such beautiful places all over the country and amazing hiking. The next location I wish to travel to is Iceland, because it’s a very open country, with very kind citizens, and lots to see.” a difference in my school, and to get a different perspective on all aspects of the school. I was a cheerleader for 10 years, but I could no longer continue 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.” 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 subcultures. My favourite place is Norway, because there is such beautiful places all over the country and amazing hiking. The next location I wish to travel to is Iceland, because it’s a very open country, with very kind citizens, and lots to see.”

Career Goals: “After high school I hope to go to university somewhere near the east coast; hopefully in kinesiology. My top choice schools are University of New Brunswick in St. John, and Dalhousie in Halifax. After that, I hope to pursue a career in either athletic therapy, or education.” tion period and recreation activities in the vicinity will need to work around the construction site. While some may be disappointed that the park area will be ‘out-of-use’ for much of this summer, the community and beyond will enjoy a state-of-the-art facility for many years to come.

Why did you get involved in what you do? “I got involved in Student Council because I saw it as an opportunity to make

Career Goals: “After high school I hope to go to university somewhere near the east coast; hopefully in kinesiology. My top choice schools are University of New Brunswick in St. John, and Dalhousie in Halifax. After that, I hope to pursue a career in either athletic therapy, or education.” https://www.mcpra.org/ or contact Anne Robinson, Co-President MCPRA at anne@annerobinson.ca or Mike Russett, City of Ottawa, mike.russett@ottawa. ca

Youth of Manotick Association (YOMA) –Celebrating 10 years

The tender for the Centennial Park Skateboard Park and Pump Track closed on March 23, 2023 and the successful bidder is Prestige and Design, Ottawa. Construction will commence mid-July, 2023 and Prestige has committed to a late fall, 2023 completion. The area will be completely fenced during the construc-

Why did you get involved in what you do? “I got involved in Student Council because I saw it as an opportunity to make

After suffering numerous concussions, Melita Wyche turned to coaching.

The MCPRA are grateful to the federal, provincial, and municipal governments and to the generous donors who have made this project possible. A donor plaque is being finalized to recognize all major contributors. For final preliminary design drawings and photos of work in progress go to

After suffering numerous concussions, Melita Wyche turned to coaching.

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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/