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Government of Ontario invests $22 million in Agri-Food innovation The health and wellbeing of the residents of Carleton, Ottawa and Ontario is my top priority. Please visit my website for the latest information and updates from the Government of Ontario, as well as information regarding upcoming virtual town hall meetings and public consultations. Recent updates include: • Ontarians saving money with Fewer Fees, Better Services Act; • Ontario launches Intellectual Property Ontario; • Ontario investing in more accessible communities; and • Ontario training more health care workers at indigenous institutes

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million through the AgriTech Innovation Program. This program will fund more than 170 projects that help the agri-food sector implement new and unique ways to set businesses up for future growth and success while strengthening the food supply chain, creating safer workplaces and making operations more resilient to future disruptions. This investment will build a stronger Ontario through the adoption of new advanced agriculture and food processing technology that improves the productivity of farmers and agri-food processing businesses, address the labour shortage, and sup-

port the long-term sustainability and growth of the sector. Examples of new technology being implemented include: • A self-driving tractor which includes data collection, will decrease use of chemical sprays, contact between farm workers and deter from traditional methods of bird damage preventions. • An automated colour sorter machine for the grading and sorting of soybeans which eliminates manual processing, labour challenges and reliance on global suppliers. • An automated turkey packaging processor and further processing lines which will reduce employee risk of exposure to COVID-19, workplace related injuries and address shortages in meat processing sector. Examples of projects under this stream of fund-

ing include: • Developing technology to create a non-plastic material for use in horticulture and food packaging that also helps prevent soil erosion. • Developing technology and equipment for apple growers to add efficiency to regular farm activities. • Investigating the feasibility of alternative energy sources for field crop and livestock producers in Ontario. As part of the Partnership, the Ontario AgriFood Research Initiative worked with Bioenterprise Corporation, a national non-profit business accelerator to engage Ontariobased companies in funding opportunities that will bring new and innovative products to market, helping Ontario’s food supply chain and agricultural practices become more efficient and sustainable.

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On February 28th the Ontario government introduced the Working for Workers Act, 2022 (Working for Workers Act 2), which would, if passed, continue to lead the country in building a stronger economy that works for everyone. Included in the legislation are changes that would make Ontario the first province in Canada to establish a minimum wage and other foundational rights for digital platform workers who offer rides or deliver food and other items for companies such

as Uber, Door Dash and Instacart. Data shows as many as one in five Canadians work in the gig economy, a number that is predicted to increase. However, these workers often face uncertain working conditions and lack necessary protections, including finding it difficult to predict paycheques or resolve complaints. The government’s proposals would enshrine the following rights and protections for digital platform workers: • Earning at least the general minimum wage for time worked; • The right to keep their tips along with regular pay periods; • The right to information and clarity around algorithms including: • how pay is calculated; and

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Leaked data reveals local support information of freedom truck convoy By Charlie Senack

Many commented “hold the line” while others wrote they “support freedom.” “Thankyou for being the voice and platform for “the little guys”,” commented one Greely resident. ‘My wife is going to lose her job because she won’t get a second jab due to an adverse reaction from the first. It’s ridiculous and doesn’t follow the science. The vaccinated transmit COVID as well.” “For the true north strong and free, O Canada we stand on guard for thee,” commented another person who donated $400. “With all my heart thank you to all who are preservering in this fight.” Others took the opportunity to quote bible verses and said they chose “free-

At least 55 people in Manotick and surrounding areas donated in support of the Freedom Truck Convoy, leaked data shows. The individuals donated through GiveSendGo, which identifies itself as the number one Christian crowdfunding site. Contributions ranged from $15 to over $500, and 17 Manotick addresses were listed out of 93,000 total. Riverside South also reported contributions from 17 individuals, with another 15 in Greely and six more on the outskirts. The leaked data included the names, home addresses, email addresses, donated amount, and comments of the individuals who financially supported the convoy’s efforts.

dom and faith over fear.” It was also an opportunity for many contributors to bash the Justin Trudeau-led Liberal government, along with other politicians. ‘So proud of my fellow Canadians,” commented a Manotick donor who contributed $50. “Mayor Watson does not speak for Ottawans, Premier Ford does not speak for himself, and Prime Minister Trudeau is the epitome of true evil who cares about nobody but his little entitled self.” The Manotick Messenger reached out to over half the names listed on the donors list. Some emails were returned undelivered, but most went unanswered. One local resident who didn’t want his name published in this story for fear

of having his finances frozen, said he feels the government overstepped its powers. “I support the elimination of vaccination mandates that unfairly penalize people who in good conscience think the risks of being vaccinated exceed the benefits,” he said. “This is a fundamental principle of public health, in my view. No person should be forced to accept a medication or other foreign substance into their body that he or she fears will do them harm; this is a matter of personal freedom and privacy.” The resident also said he feels vaccines are proven to not be as effective as initially hoped, and “were rushed into distribution.”

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convoy continues from page 3 Health officials have said repeatedly that while three doses may not prevent transmission of the virus, it offers substantial protection from becoming severely sick, potentially resulting in hospitalization. “The penalties imposed on the unvaccinated have been excessive to the point of cruelty,” he said. “People have been fired from their jobs with no opportunity for appeal, no severance and loss of pension benefits. In addition, the federal government has cruelly deprived them of unemployment insurance benefits. The people who in other circumstances have defended the rights of labour have abandoned them for ideological reasons.” The local contributor also said he felt the truckers were peaceful in their

demonstrations. Not all would agree with that statement, though. The Rideau Centre was forced to close Jan. 29, after a large group of unmasked protesters entered the mall. Security and police were largely outnumbered, and therefore unable to force the mask mandates. Those who work in the mall feared for their health and safety. The mall has 170 businesses, and employs about 1,500 people who were out of work and a paycheque for three weeks. In the first seven days the mall was closed, The Retail Council of Canada estimated $19.7 million in lost revenue. Now over two weeks in, that number is over $40 million. Many nearby residents also reported being harassed, the national war

monument was disrespected, and downtown was in chaos for weeks. The data of who donated in support of the convoy was never supposed to be seen publicly. In a statement released Feb. 15, GiveSendGo said it was attacked “by malicious actors attempting to eliminate the ability of its users to raise funds.” “There was a broadcasted breach showing one such actor illegally hacking into GiveSendGo and distributing the names and emails of the donors of the Freedom Convoy Campaign,” the company said. “However, no credit card information was leaked. No money was stolen.” The GiveSendGo platform raised a total of roughly $8.7 million at the time of the leak. About 60 per cent of donors were

Protesters and Ottawa Police square off during last month’s protest.

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from Canada, the remaining 40 per cent mostly coming from the United States. The platform became

widely accepted by the convoy after GoFundMe shut down their fundraising efforts. A number of individ-

uals who initially donated to GoFundMe wrote in their comments that they doubled their donation on the GiveSendGo platform.

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MESSENGER Editorial

Time to scrap entitlements for former G-Gs

A postcard from Heaven

It’s hard to believe that it’s now been be. In my hands, I was holding the most 10 years since one of my boyhood idols incredible piece of mail I had ever rePage 6, Manotick Messenger, Wednesday, June 23, 2010 passed away. ceived. from I grew up in an era of heroes. Many of As the years went on, Gary Carter went Julie Payette must feel like she won the lottery. the other them were athletes who we looked up to. on to be a household name in Canada, and Despite resigning in shame from her posting as governor general amidst allegations of cre- My mind drifted to today’s in the United States as well. ating a toxic workplace, she is still entitled to the Cadillac of all retirement packages, courtesy Our Cgeneration Ommunity of kids. But my admiration of of all of us taxpayers. Then, I thought about the Gary Carter transcended First off, there’s the pension. AtEditorial $150,000 per year, it’s generous enough to put any former mail. Messenger baseball. It’s the same with governor general amongst the top five per cent of income earners in the country. And that’s Do kids get mail anymore? kids today who admire not accounting for any other incomeCanadian they might get from any other work or investment they Does mail mean anything besomeone like Sidney Crosby Are you more may have. yond bills and magazine subor LeBron James or Tom than a fifth grader? Then, there’s the expense accounts. Even in their retirement, governors general can keep scriptions anymore? Do kids Brady or other role models. I Canada Day next week, it is a each good time us all hotel to billingWith taxpayers upapproaching to $206,000 per year for for travel, and a private office. sit down and write letters and draw pic- always watched the Expos and saw a guy reflect on what it means to be Canadian. And they soCanadian with very little transparency. The only reason Canadians found out about tures for their grandparents? Do they get with a big smile who said and did the right Do we takedo being for granted? Better yet, how do newformer Canadians feel about being Canadian? Some of Clarkson us the policy is because governor general Adrienne spent over $100,000 some letters back? Is there any non-electronic things. He was always praising his teamlook upon immigrants and refugees as opportunists, not wanting to give but years, required its very own linethat in isthe public accounts. Since leaving office in 2004, communication left beyond the obliga- mates. He was always out there meeting verywhich willing to take. Perhaps, for some people, true, but when you attend a celebration for new Canadians, such as the one hosted by Nepeantory Christmas and birthday cards, which fans and signing autographs. His teamClarkson has asked us to cover over $1.1 million in expenses. Carleton MP Pierre Poilievre at Mother Teresa High School in Barrhaven last are, each year, becoming less relevant and mates always said that Gary Carter never month, you canare see understandably the excitement and theoutraged thankfulnessby in the of everyA recent Léger poll commissioned Canadians thiseyespolicy. new Canadian. more a thing of the past? saw a camera he didn’t like. Maybe that’s by theThey Canadian Taxpayers Federation shows nearly eight in 10 Canadians want the policy understand, perhaps better than all of us, what it means to be Canadian. When Gary Carter passed 10 years true, but the cameras were glued to him scrapped. So how can the rest of us have that feeling? Bev McRae photo about being because he was a guy who was just havEven federal bureaucrats it a bit rich. A report prepared for Prime Minister Justin ago, I immediately thought The Conservative government hasfound 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 an 11-year-old kid and getting the abso- ing so much fun and loved what he did. ing teacher/volunteer with a memorial garden bench, which will be installed with a plaque in the school’s Trudeau in October 2019 recommended the entitlements “end after a defined number of years and Andrew Cohen, President of the Historica-Dominion Institute, are chalplayground. Left to right, MCNS Director Sandy Erler and coolest June Hodge celebrate June’s 29the years mail as a sup- I had ever lute thing in He loved people. He loved meeting fans, lenging middle and high school students to take the citizenship test. of leaving office rather than the current for-life regime.” ply teacher, teacher and volunteer. The Canadian Citizenship Challenge, funded in part by CIC and run by the received. he loved interacting with them, and he apWhat has Trudeau done those study recommendations in the last two years? Nothing. They Historica-Dominion Institute, willwith see students Discover Canada: the It all started at Bradley’s Creek, a little preciated them. Gary Carter “got it”. It Responsibilities of Citizenship and then take a mock citizenship haveRights beenandgathering dust somewhere in the Prime Minister’s Office. test. Sometimes it’s best just to say nil inlet off the St. Lawrence River in Riverseems so few in sports and entertainment “Thisbe willclear; be a funit’s waynot for students to learn about and would feel proudrequire extensive debates or weeks Let’s like changing thisCanada policy I’m finding myself at one of those bizarre crosswonder about things like howlittle come “underneath” view Heights, the villageis near Pres- do today. of our shared history and accomplishments,” said Minister Kenney. “As we of hard bypast highly policy advisors. roads where everything I love about sports is about a word but no one ever says “overneath” when the learn work about our and thepaid people and events that made Canada what it is cott that pulled hadme to I guess you could say he was an ambascollide with a large swatch of the population workback endure into soccer. my childhood. I today, we become more proud to be Canadian. We are inspired to see how we aretonot Post-retirement expense accounts for governors general enshrined in law. They’re wasdiscussion ing diligently to grate my nerves. “Chelsea is learning so much by watching the that, about sitting on the little bridge sador for the Expos or for baseball. To me, can defend our rights and live up to our responsibilities and we feel much It’s this whole World Cup thing. Don’t you find World Cup,” said the mom wearing Crocs. “We are an administrative policy itthat from a cabinet decision in 1979. more strongly how valuable is to stems be a citizen of Canada.” a hundred ago,thehad he was more than that. He was an ambasthat people are just a little too into it? studying eachyears country before game.been She hasthe original “Our schools need to be training our young people to become the citizens As such, getting rid of it doesn’t involve lengthy debates and readings inline Parliament butnouveau I found myself in in front of two really become of Arr-hayne-TEE-na, and sheI were killof tomorrow. Citizenship is not only about new Canadians, it’s about all Highway 2.a fan Rob Minifie and sador for how to be a grown up. He was fan moms Your more even wants us to go there on our Canadians, young and old,” from said Andrew Cohen. “Theministers Canadian Citizenship rather a quick decision government to scrap it.soccer It shouldn’t takeat much ing time, looking at our baseball cards and an ambassador for what someone is supIndependent Grocer the other day. vacation next year. Perhaps we Challenge will encourage students to learn more about what it means to be FROM thanCanadian two minutes in that theknowledge next cabinet meeting. I was kind of in my own little can even go to Brrra-seeel.” and then put to the test.” listening to the Expos game on my little posed to be like. He was a role model in THE mental world in the checkout line, That caught my attention. Starting this summer, thethe Historica-Dominion Institute will be encouraging The fact is, when country is dealing with a $144.5 billion deficit, our government transistor radio while we fished. We had every sense of the word. scanning the tabloid and magaArr-hayne-TEE-na? OTHER more than 5,000 middle and high school teachers to register their classrooms Are youand kiddingsome me? for the Eachto classroom willplaces receive where a set of the new citizenship should doChallenge. its utmost identify it can save money.zine covers and wondering what SIDE some cans of pop comic books. I got the chance to meet Gary Carter Justin Bieber’s first major scandal The other mom – the one with guide, along with specially designed learning activities. The teacher will also By JeffreyI also had a the Reining in ofthe entitlements we Students give towillformer general one of those Street and Smith’s Baseball on three different occasions, and as I look would be. should I was just be about to reBirkenstocks – piped in. receive copies a mock citizenship exam. take the governors citizenship Morris enterit. theWe world after some quality “They are a wonderful football as a classWe andknow the teachers will return–the completed to the want easyexam decisions. it’s popular eight in 10 exams Canadians know the bureaucrats Annual with me, and on one page, they back them, it’s interesting. I met him as time on Planet Jeff and launch nation,” she said. “My husband, Dominion Institute for grading. into my weekly way-to-reward-your-customers-bycourse,address wears the azure and every cheers for Italia, but in the Mafor team a fan when I was 19 years old and got a that looked it find it to be whack.Institute It alsoonhappens something Trudeau promised hadof the Results into will be announced by out the of Dominion Flag Dayto be charging-us-five-cents-per-bag-and-claiming-it’s- Zachary’s favourite team has been MAY-heee-co. (February 15) each year for the next three years. For more information about jor They Leagues. baseball signed. It was my third Carter to review back in 2018. to-save-the-environment rant when I unexpectedly did a school project on MAY-heee-co last year the Challenge please visit the Historica-Dominion Institute website at in on the conversation behind me. and he has even insisted we go toWe out to eat and We had this that idea. were going to autograph by that point, because he had www.historica-dominion.ca. The only thing we’re left wondering is what’s the holdup inlocked cabinet? “I wish some of the stores would carry the watch the games when they are playing.” CIC’s multiculturalism grants and contributions program will be investing also signed and mailed back a baseball vuvuzela horns so that we could bring them write to I bit letters my tongue. to our favourite Montreal $525,171 in this 32 month project which promotes civic memory, civic pride Chelsea’s games,” said the mom who was wearing In an effort to keep my pressure down, I and integration. Expos. It was anblood exciting time to love card I sent him in 1979. I also got to meet Renaud Brossard is the Quebec Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. Crocs. looked out the big window at the big parking lot theandExpos. They were from an him as a writer and interview him. The “Oh, I know,” said the one wearing Birkenstocks. scoped it out, looking for a puppyevolving or a bird or © Troy Media “Zachary has a tournament next weekend and expansion it anything that would pry my mindof out of the shackteam full over-the-hill cast- third occasion was at a business function would have been so in the spirit of the World Cup to les that these two soccer moms had put me in with offstheirinto an up-and-coming baseball team after he had retired. have all of us blowing our vuvuzela horns. They lost conversation. two-nil and then three-nil. They need all of the supA of seniors from a nearby retirementcomics and fullhome ofbusload young stars. Reading What amazed me is that he was the port they can get.” had pulled up and passengers were getting Nil? Who says nil? Really. off. I was trying in mygame head, name all ofopening their listening to ato,ball and packs exact same in all three instances. He was “Oh, I know,” said the mom wearing Crocs. “The walkers as an escape. 1165 Beaverwood Rd., P.O. Box 567, Manotick, Ontario K4M 1A5 of baseball genuine. Nothing was an obligation, and horns are such a beautiful part of the South African Unfortunately,cards they pulledmeant me back in.something to us www.manotickmessenger.on.ca culture.” “My cousin lives in Australia, and he wasto devasas kids. I don’t know how explain it. It he didn’t spit out clichés. Gary Carter was The Manotick Messenger is published every Wednesday in Manotick, Ontario. The Manotick I wanted to jump in and say something, but I tated when Germany beat them 4-nil,” said the Messenger is mailed to bona fide subscribers in Rideau and Osgoode Townships for $36. The was like baseball represented hope for us. real. He had some great achievements in refrained. I couldn’t do it. mom wearing Crocs. publication is available by carrier for $36 or at newsstands for $1.00 per copy. Letters will be edited for length, clarity and libellous statements. Display, National and Classified rates are available on If you are unfamiliar with the vuvuzela horn, then So At we this point, I up couldn’t takewrote it anymore. Mount to our fasat and letters his career – the home runs and the All5567 Manotick St., P.O. 567, request. The Manotick Messenger is not responsible for the loss ofMain unsolicited manuscripts, photos orBox you have not tuned into CBC over the past two Patience erupted and out came sarcasm lava. other material used for publication purposes. vourite players. Gary Carter. Andre Daw- Star Games and the Hall of Fame inducweeks. If you stumble across a World Cup soccer “I saw that match,” I said. “I can’t believe AusManotick, Ontario K4M 1A5 game on CBC, you will hear what sounds like TRY-lier looked so insipid against Deutschland.” son. The Pete Mackannin. Larry Parrish. Pepe tion. But what made me admire him was Publisher: Jeffrey Morris 50,000 bees swarming the field. They are not bees. mom with the crocs was not impressed. Managing Jeffrey Morrismanotickmessenger@gmail.com News andEditor: Editorial: The Manotick Messenger Mangual. the type of person he was while he was acThey are people blowing on cheap, plastic, gimThe mom with Birkenstock’s wasn’t either, but Reporters: Bev McRae Publisher: Jeffrey Morris Phone: 613-692-6000 EsauMorris horns. she did acknowledge me with a response. Managing Editor: Jeff Jeffrey ismicky published every other Then, months later, when the letters complishing great things. As a fan, I feel Advertising and Marketing: garyhcoulombe@gmail.com Fax: 613-692-3758 Reporters: Bev McRae The funny thing about these horns is that they “Who is your team?” she quipped, condescendFRIDAY in what Manotick, OnMarketing Mgr: Gord Logan Jeff Esau were that following his career and watching have become has defined the 2010 World Cup. ingly.long forgotten, my Dad came home Website: www.manotickmessenger.ca email: People Letters who have been I did the only thing I could do, shouting as loud tario. willfollowing be ed-the World Cup and Office: for lunch and brought the mail. I’ll never him had a positive influence on my life. Marketing Mgr:Angie GordDinardo Logan Advertising: advert@bellnet.ca people who have only seen 20 minutes of it in pass- as I could. Photographer: Mike Carroccetto Editor: newsfile@bellnet.ca Staff/Contributors: Ryan Birtch, Gary Coulombe, Larry Ellis, ited forcommented length,on clarity ing have these annoying yet relent“USA! USA! looking USA!” forget him at me, about as nonSo few, in today’s world, can say that. Office: Angie Dinardo News/ Sports: newsfile@bellnet.ca less horns. Ironically, while the world has learned to They turned their heads in disgust. The next 45 Photographer: Mike Carroccetto Skyler Fraser, Goldie Ghamari, Carol Anne Meehan, Scott and libellous statements. chalant as incredibly you could and handing me Sometimes I wonder if, when you die, adapt these horns as the one thing they now know seconds were silent andbe, awkward. Moffatt, Jeffrey Morris, Greg Newton, Phill Potter, about South African the horns aren’t really At that point, it was my turn. The cashier something. you get to meet cool people in Heaven. I Display rates are culture, available We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada a part of their everyday lives. South African sports scanned my Diet Coke and V-8 Fusion, and I was Charlie Senack, Grace Thrasher. through the Canada Periodical Fund (CPF) for our publishing activities. was a postcard. I looked at it. It was think when I die I will send Gary Carter on request. The Manotick enthusiasts have commented that they had never It all set. Advertising deadlines: DISPLAY prior 10 am. AllMonday layouts4 p.m. and comAdvertising deadlines: DISPLAY, Thursday Monday 3 p.m.; CLASSIFIED; seen nor heardisa vuvuzela horn at a sporting event, “Would and you likewhite plastic bags?” position advertising produced by employees ofemployees Manotick Messenger Inc. are Messenger a black postcard of Montreal a postcard. To Gary, God Bless Always. not responAll of layouts and composition of advertisements produced by of Manotick Messenger and that the South African people find the noise just “Yes please,” I replied. protectedInc. byarecopyright in theinpublishers the Manotick Messenger protected byinvested copyright invested the publishers of of the Manotick Messenger. Expos rookie outfielder and I wonder if they have mail in Heaven. as annoying theofrest of the world does. I had never been so happy to pay five cents for a sometimes sible for the as loss unsoMember, Ontario Community Newspaper Association Apparently, some now wealthy marketing genius plastic bagGary just to get Carter. the hell out there. catcher He had signed it. Maybe I will meet him again and I can licited manuscripts, phoCanadian Community Newspaper Association came up with the idea to mass produce and market “God Bless Always, Gary Carter.” I stood hand deliver it. these horns as a World Cup novelty. The plan Jeffrey Morris was the 2008 OCNA Columnist of tos or other material used worked, and now the rest of the world must endure the Year. Hisstunned book, From the Other Skide, is availthere, as as an 11-year-old could And I’m sure he will be the same. for thepublication shrilling soundspurposes. of his quick buck. able at Manotick Office Pro, Barrhaven UPS Store,

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Manotick Messenger’s coverage of Pierre Poilievre is embarrassing The Editor, I am a longtime resident of Kars and an advertiser and reader of the Manotick Messenger but the last two editions have been embarrassing. Pierre Poilievre’s face

is plastered all over both issues. I believe one issue has at least four pictures of him. It is evident you are a conservative but the lack of objectivity in your blatant support and advertisement of anything to do with Mr.

Poilievre makes me really wonder about your journalistic rudder. Pierre’s blatant pandering to populist sentiment and values through his support of the truckers and other false statements only

demonstrates his lack of depth and a commitment to a specific set of principles. You also chose to publish a picture of Pierre with the disgusting sign that says, “Stocked shelves thank a trucker, Empty shelves

thank Trudeau”. This is a misleading untruth and it is dangerous. There are universal supply shortages and to blame them on Trudeau or any one specific person is first, false and second, very misleading

and only leads to irrational unfounded opinions. I have learned to expect more of you and I hope you clean up your act going into the upcoming elections this year. Teddie Laframboise Kars

The Editor, I had never seen your Liberal rag before last month. I was given a copy by a friend at the freedom rally on Parliament Hill. I came to Ottawa to join a group of friends to stand against things like the genealtering, ineffective vaccines

that our socialist government is trying to force us to take. I also don’t believe the face diapers we are forced to keep wearing in this province do anything to prevent the spread. Reading your page 6 column in the last two issues of the newspaper, I thought your

little excuse for a newspaper was out of line mocking the people at the rally. Your last two columns, which included the topics of things not heard at the truck protest, and on the misusage of the word freedom, was a poor attempt at humour you would expect from a junior high school stu-

dent. You painted a picture of the protestors as a bunch of neo-Conservative right wing yahoos who destroyed the lives of people living in the area of the protest. Nothing could be further from the truth. Obviously, when there is a large crowd, not everyone

is going to behave. That goes for both sides. But what I saw was a large group of respectful, proud Canadians coming together to celebrate Canada. Let’s get rid of all the mandates and barriers. The Americans have proven that ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine are the best

defences against the virus, which is weakening every day. The only question for you is, how is your left wing fish wrap of a newspaper going to look when Pierre Poilievre is Prime Minister? Mark Thomas, GTA

The Editor, As we wrap up Black History Month, here is the current disturbing state of affairs: less than 10 percent of

Africans are fully vaccinated, compared to up to 80 per cent for some of the high-income countries, including Canada. Some lives do – clearly –

matter less. There is no denying it: profit, prejudice, and privilege are getting in the way of an equitable global response.

Should this weigh on our collective conscience? Yes. Is Canada effectively responding to the global pandemic? No.

So what can be done? Canada must disrupt the status quo by increasing its International Assistance Envelope. Otherwise, our government

will be unable to effectively respond to the pandemic, nor lessen its devastating effects. Hanna Belayneh, Ottawa

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lem solving. Since the concepts are not broad, and there isn’t much interpretation to be done, it’s more Sisters: April (20), OTHS, just problem solving, which UNB Fredericton. Violet is what makes me enjoy (20), (vocals), the City, and for communnecessary infrastructure Page 18 Canterbury FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2019 ing those classes the most.” Carleton University. Ivy to support higher density ities, is a recommendation St. Mark, to (22), streamline the Algonquin approval housing What isand your complete Greatest College.and eliminate the communities process and applying Accomplishment? “Earnneed for community con- the recommendations of ing the title of Student CounPets: or Two dogs, Ewok this sultations consideration report to atallmyundevelcil President school. Activities/Interests: Name: Melita Wyche and Pixie, and a cat. of local contexts when re- oped If adopted, this The land”. process “Both was inside not and easy, outside viewing applications for would ignore the City’s but I persevered and made it of school, I enjoy particiAge: 17 FOCUS ON pating inthough several different Part-timedevelopments. Work: “Cheer- growth housing management stratthrough, even there YOUTH sports. These include socSchool: Osgoode Township leading and tumbling The Task Force also coach rec- egy includes a 1 km werewhich setbacks along the cer, futsal, volleyball, coed High at Kemptville Infinity ommended that the prov-in buffer zone around Villaway. It has also been a very volleyball, and touch footby Phill Potter Kemptville.) ball. Iprotection also enjoy traveling Grade: 12 ince “Repeal or override ges and the of rewarding accomplishment, andland learning about different lem solving. Since the con- gained municipal policies, zoning agricultural – two very as I’ve so many opParents: Heather and Den- cepts are not broad, and locations and cultures. I’ve Favourite Subjects: or plans that prioritize the muchimportant criteria for portunities, and to gotten to many rural places nis Wyche there isn’t interpreta- travelled “Math and of Chemistry. and it very interpreservation physical villages Manotick. tion to be Idone, it’s more such network withIasfind other youth esting how every sugculture Sisters: (20), just problem which enjoyApril doing labs and prob- solving, character of OTHS, neighbourThe report is also like myself.” UNB Fredericton. Violet is what makes me enjoy has unique traditions and hood”. This (vocals), could those potengesting that more developsubcultures. My favourite (20), Canterbury classes the most.” is Norway, from because Carletonresult University. Ivy tially in housing that ments be place exempted such beautiful (22), St. Mark, Greatest there ischarges would not Algonquin fit withinWhat theis your development or College. Accomplishment? “Earn- places all over the country neighbourhood, such as cash in lieu for parkland. ing the title of Student Coun- and amazing hiking. The next severely location I wishlimit to travPets:rise Two dogs, Ewok cil President high residential in a atThis would my school. is Iceland,to because it’s and Pixie, and a cat. home The process was easy, el to single-family neighthenot City’s ability meet but I persevered and made it a very open country, with bourhood that is not locatits targets for parkland and Part-time Work: “Cheer- through, even though there very kind citizens, and lots leading andtransit. tumbling coach were setbacksalso ed near along increase the to see.” the cost of at Another Kemptville Infinity in way. been a very concern is It has to alsoinfrastructure, such as trafWhy did you get inKemptville.) rewarding accomplishment, allow for development “on fic lights and roundabouts, volved in what you do? as I’ve gained so many op• Ottawa Subjects: Futsal entering their season “I got inindoor Student Favourite undeveloped land, Club includwould be involved required for portunities, andthat gotten to 29th Council because I saw it “Mathoutside and Chemistry. Iboys network with new other youth ing existing munidevelopments. soccer. Youth & girls, women, men & coed. Players / as an opportunity to make enjoy doing labs and prob- like myself.” cipal boundaries, developers teams wanted.by Allbuildskill levels. Currently, League starts October ends April 2020. Please go online at www.futsalottawa.com. Early bird ends September 21st Parents: Heather and Dennis Wyche

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volleyball, and touch foot- due to concussions, so I ball. I also enjoy traveling turned to coaching. It has and learning about different given me an opportunity to locations and cultures. I’ve continue in the sport, even MANOTICK MESSENGER travelled to many places though I can no longer parand I find it very inter- ticipate in it.” esting how every culture has unique traditions and Career Goals: “After subcultures. My favourite school I hopecorridors. to go to are not permitted to ap- high tial along transit MANOTICK MESSENGER place Norway,Plan because somewhere near peal anis Official once university Another positive recomthere is by sucha municipal beautiful the east coast; hopefully in approved mendation relates to better places overTask the Force countryis kinesiology. top choice council.allThe support for My the trades sector and amazing Theto schools University of proposing thathiking. the right throughare improved funding next location I wish to travBrunswicktrade in St. schools John, appeal be reinstated. The New for colleges, ael difference in my school, to is Iceland, because in Halifax. impact would be delaysit’sin and and Dalhousie apprenticeships. and to get a different pera very open country, with After that, I hope to pursue moving forward with some It is anticipated that the spective on all aspects of very kind citizens, lots aProvince the school. I was career in plans either to athletic sections ofa cheerthe and Official introleader forwhile 10 years, but I to see.” therapy, or education.” Plan waiting for apduce legislation to implecould no longer continue peals to be heard. ment the Task Force recdue to concussions, so I did Itdoes you inturnedWhy to coaching. has get The City support ommendations prior to the given me an opportunity to you do? After volved in of what a number recommendaJune suffering election. numerous Therefore, continue in the sport, even concussions, Wyche “I got involved in Student tionsI can in nothe report the MVCA Melita is encouraging though longer par- such as to coaching. Council because I saw it turned ticipate in it.” the revising Building Code residents to write to their PHILLGoldie POTTERGhamari PHOTO as an opportunity to make it more in to linemake with local MPP Career Goals: “After today’s building practi- in opposition to those rechigh school I hope to go to university somewhere near commerces, converting ommendations that limit the east or coast; hopefully in land into cial industrial municipal control over kinesiology. My top choice residential or commercial/ future residential developschools are University of New Brunswick in St. John, residential development, ment and that remove the and Dalhousie in Halifax. permitting garden suites opportunity for communAfter that, I hope to pursue and houses (these ities to have a say in how a careercarriage in either athletic therapy, or education.” are already allowed in Ot- neighbourhoods grow and tawa), increasing hous- evolve. The full Task Force ing suffering densitynumerous in areas where report can be found here: After • Old Time & Dance - EastAffordability Osgoode Greely concussions, Melita Wyche schools areFiddle underMusic utilized Housing Task• turned to coaching. andAssoc, allowing for developForce report | ontario.ca First Friday of each month, invites & welcome PHILL POTTER PHOTO ment of high rise residencontinues on page 9 all Musicians, Dancers & Listeners.voice Greely Community Centre, 1448 Meadow Drive, Greely. For additional info call 613 489-2697.

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The Ontario Affordable Housing Task Force, created by the Province in December 2021, released its Report on Affordable Housing in February. While the Task Force hopes to facilitate change that would create more affordable housing, the Report is already drawing opposition from affordable housing advocates and municipal officials. Here in Ottawa, City staff are asking City Council to approve a response that raises concerns about a number of the Report’s 55 recommendations. The Task Force, chaired by Jake Lawrence, CEO and Group Head, Global Banking and Markets at Scotiabank, included a diverse range of experts in not-forprofit housing, Indigenous housing, real estate, home builders, financial markets and economics. Its recommendations focus on making changes to enable the construction of 1.5 million new units over the next 10 years. The Task Force consulted over 140 organizations and individuals, including industry associa-

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tions, labour unions, social justice advocates, elected officials at the municipal level, academics and research groups, and municipal planners. Most of the interested parties agreed there is a shortage of housing. Unfortunately, the Report’s focus is on market housing and not the construction of housing that would be affordable for lower income Canadians. Ottawa has already identified a need to build more affordable housing and is looking to adopt inclusionary zoning that would require certain types of new developments to include affordable housing. A Task Force recommendation to include this type of zoning province-wide would have been a positive step to creating more affordable housing. The main concern for

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MANOTICK MESSENGER voice continues from page 8 Consultation on proposed pickleball courts

The Manotick Tennis Club is seeking community input on a proposal to create permanent pickleball courts on unused recreational land in Centennial Park. These courts would be available to both community and club members. The club is holding an online webinar March 23 at 7pm to share a concept plan and gather feedback that will shape the design. For more information on the proposal and to register for the webinar, visit www. manoticktennisclub.com

Rural Transportation Webinars

Nepean, Rideau and Os-

goode Community Resource Centre (NROCRC) is hosting a series of webinars on rural transportation issues. The aim of the webinars is to share possible solutions with rural residents on ways to address deficiencies in rural transportation options. A webinar slated for March 23, 7 – 8 p.m., focuses on the challenges of small communities dispersed over a large area. The last webinar, set for March 30, 7 – 8 p.m. – looks at sustainable funding solutions. The webinars are free but you will need to register at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/rural-transportationsolutions-webinar-series-tickets-270998613147

Thank you to our local businesses

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ing to open up again after two years of pandemic restrictions, the MVCA Board would like to thank all of our local businesses and their staff for remaining open during the past two years. We know it has been challenging and we appreciate that you kept coming into work every day and making sure that we could get the necessary goods and services. Thank you!

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Zoom webinar series focuses on rural transportation solutions in Ottawa By Kassia Szkorzewska Ken Holmes is one of many advocates with the Rural Transportations Solutions group hosting a series of Zoom webinars to come up with transit solutions for residents of rural Ottawa areas. He is part of a group of advocates working on a twoyear plan in which they will deliver a rural transportation proposal to the City of Ottawa. “At the end of our two years, we intend to deliver, to the city of Ottawa, a proposal for a network of solutions that will help provide reasonable transportation services to residents in the rural area,” said Holmes. The first Zoom webinar was held on March 3, and featured what the city of Belleville has been doing regarding their transportation. Belleville has an on-demand system where riders request a bus service directly from their

phones. “The system is backed up by an incredibly powerful computer system called Pantonium, and what this computer does, is it basically registers every phone request that comes in, identifies its location, and identifies the destination requested, and it then determines how to build that particular request in with other requests that it has received in the past several minutes,” said Holmes. Pantonium then suggests a required route for a bus to travel along to pick up passengers, and often gets to the bus station within nine to 12 minutes. The second Zoom meeting, which will happen on March 9, will be bringing attention to what the town of Innisfil has done. Innisfil has contracted with Uber and has a ride share system in place. “The town of Innisfil subsidizes rides to major destinations of interest to the city,

like the library, and the community centre, things like that, and the passenger pays 4-6 dollars depending on the destination and the zone, and the town pays the additional fee to Uber directly,” said Holmes. Two more Zoom meetings will be held in the final two weeks of March. On March 23, they will look at the challenges of a small population very widely dispersed. “We’ll be reminding ourselves of how dispersed our population is, and how that is a challenge to coming up with an economical system,” said Holmes. Not only does the lack of transportation services in rural communities affect the elderly, but it also affects high

schoolers to people in their early adult years. “A couple of years ago, the example was given of the Dunrobin grocery store, which is probably within a kilometer or so of the high school, and they used to run their own personal car to the high school to bring them to work,” said Holmes. For adults, the lack of transportation services is a challenge in getting good paying jobs. “The Carp Road business corridor, which is outside Stittsville, they have extreme difficulty in finding new employees, because, unless they have a car, they can’t get to the job site,” said Holmes. The final Zoom meeting will occur on March 30, and will be going over costs and

options on how to make all the ideas they heard come to fruition in a developed proposal. Before Holmes and the Rural Transportations Solutions group plans on handing the city their proposal in the fall of 2023, they’ll have to go through the process of getting councillors on board with their idea. “We need to engage coun-

sellors to ensure that they’re supportive of such initiatives, and by councillors, I’m not just talking about the rural councillors. We will be specifically addressing the Agricultural and Rural Affairs Committee either when we have valuable information, but we’ve also got to get all of the urban and the suburban councillors aware of the proposal and supportive,” said Holmes.

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Events that can foster a strong sense of community Events that bring residents of a community together in one place have been on the back burner in recent years. As the world has dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic, communities have scaled back on public events in the hopes of limiting crowds and preventing the spread of the virus. Since 2021, such restrictions have been loosened, especially in spring and summer, as more people get vaccinated and scientists learn more about the virus, including how it’s transmitted in outdoor settings compared to indoor settings. The return of spring and summer mark a great time for local leaders to add more events to their community calendars. The following are some fun event ideas that can help communities reconnect in the months to come. · Crafts festival: The digital advertising agency NMPi noted in a report titled “Impact of COVID-19 on Arts & Crafts Retail” that the rise in pandemic-related self-isolation led to an increased demand for arts-and-crafts. As the world

emerges from the pandemic, community leaders can provide residents an opportunity to showcase their newfound talents by hosting a crafts festival. Invite established professionals to showcase and sell their wares and encourage local hobbyists to do the same. This is a great way to promote local businesses and connect residents with neighbors who love to spend time working on arts and crafts. · Concert series: Summer concert series are fun and potentially lucrative for local businesses. A 2016 analysis of a popular local concert series in northern New York State determined that a summer concert series sponsored by the Disabled Persons Action Organization allowed more than $1.6 million to flow through local economies. That’s welcome news for local businesses that have been hit hard by the pandemic, and it’s also welcome news for leaders who want to rebuild a sense of community in their towns and cities. Families and local residents can enjoy live music and take pride knowing that each ice cream

cone, hot dog or cold beverage they buy at a concert is helping local businesses rebound from a tough stretch. · Farmers market: Another way to promote local businesses and public health is to host weekly farmers markets. Buying locally grown foods greatly reduces food miles, a term that refers to the distance food travels before it reaches grocery stores. Reduced food miles means less fuel consumption and reduced air pollution, both of which benefit the environment and human health. But farmers markets do more than that, as they provide access to healthy foods to individuals who might otherwise be unable to find fresh fruits and vegetables. And farmers markets support local farmers and growers, reassuring consumers that their hard earned money is going back into their own communities. Local events like crafts festivals, concert series and farmers markets are a fun and effective way to foster a strong sense of community in towns and cities.

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Customer retention strategies

Thriving businesses rely on their customers to sustain their success. Business owners spend ample time drawing up ways to attract customers. But in addition to attracting new customers, savvy business owners recognize how vital repeat business is to their success. Repeat customers are the lifeblood of successful businesses. According to Simple CRM, a customer relationship management and intelligent automation company, a new customer is almost 16 times more expensive than retaining an existing one to whom a business can cross sell and upsell. In addition, a survey from SAS and Loyalty360, two companies geared toward supporting customer intelligence research, found that 68 percent of business comes from existing clients. Business owners who want to emphasize customer retention can try various strategies to keep consumers coming back for more. · Identify highly valued customers. Certain customers

are not only repeat buyers, but also advocates for a company. These are the most valuable to retain since they do marketing work for you. Consider these customers VIPs when offering customer perks. · Offer customer perks and surprises. In regard to perks, customer loyalty can be fostered by offering deals or surprises to your client base. Showing customers they are appreciated may come down to sending a hand-written note or offering insider-only discounts or specialized shopping hours. · Implement feedback initiatives. Set up survey mailings, text check-ins or have customer feedback cards at checkout to provide insight into how customers view the business. Feedback provides insight into how the service is performing in comparison to customer expectations. Treat compliments and complaints equally, valuing the role each can play in bettering your business. · Recognize that one hand washes the other. Solidify

customer retention by using the products and services of your own customers. For example, if a customer has a printing business, you can use that business for your stationery needs. · Develop a system to receive and address complaints. Complaints should be addressed promptly and properly. Negative online reviews can do damage if left unchecked and unresolved. Reducing response time to address customer issues will result in higher customer engagement. · Build trust through community relationships. Customers may be more inclined to return to companies they see having positive effects in their communities. Sponsor community sports teams, get involved in school functions, engage in community clean-up initiatives, and make your business seen and heard around town. Customer retention comes down to getting to know your customers and building trust in the community.

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Student says she was lucky to have role model like OTHS office worker Name: Delaney Cahill Age: 17

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Sisters: Allison (19), Sheana (15), Hayden (11) Pet Peeve: “When things don’t go exactly as I want them to.” Part-time Work: “I’ve been a kitchen helper at the Metcalfe Golf Course since last summer.” Favourite Subjects: “I love English, and I hope to continue studying it in university. However, I also really enjoyed biology class this year, and may try to take more classes in the future that involve biology.”

School Activities: “Throughout high school I’ve loved playing on sports teams such as basketball, ringette and softball. I’ve also been a part of the Student Council since grade 10, where I’ve helped organize events and run fundraisers.” Other Activities/Interests: “Since the age of three, I have been a ringette player with the Metcalfe District Ringette Association, and have played competitively for 8 years. I have also been involved with many fundraisers and parties held by the association throughout the years. “In my free time I really love to bake. When I’m

stressed out and need to relax my mind, I like to make desserts such as oatmeal raisin cookies, brownies and cheerio squares. Recently, I have been baking macarons a lot to try and perfect my recipe and technique.” Career Goals: “I haven’t decided what I’m going to study at university, and I don’t have my mind set on any particular career. As I mentioned, I love English, and Writing is something I can see myself pursuing. However, I’m also interested in politics and the real estate industry. Honestly, as I’m not sure of my career path, I do have a highly meticulous retirement plan. Once I retire, my goal is to live the rest of my days in peace, selling my baked desserts at the local farmers market.” Special Mention: “I would like to shout out Natalie Currie (an officer worker at our school), for always being encouraging, supportive and

Delaney Cahill has been involved in ringette, school sports and school council throughout her time at OTHS. Submitted photo

hilarious throughout my four years at OTHS. Especially during this year, Natalie has

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office. I am very appreciative and lucky to have a role model like Natalie at my school.”

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Council unanimously approves transferring land to Ottawa Community Housing By Charlie Senack Ottawa Community Housing is one step closer to building affordable in the area after city council unanimously approved a transfer of land to the organization. During city council on Wed. Feb 23, the transfer of land from the City of Ottawa to Ottawa Community Housing was approved for only $2.00. The land at 3380 Jockvale Rd, near the corner of Longfields Drive, will soon see 32 family-sized units built during phase one. The land is just a few kilometres northeast of Manotick. It will feature two and three bedroom apartments, and will go to families who are experiencing homelessness or families who are at risk of living on the streets. The goal is to build townhouses with seven accessible apartments on the ground floor, says Ottawa Community Housing. Plans are already in the works for phase two of the project, which would add another 26 units to the site.

Public consultation

When the city’s finance and economic development committee approved the transfer of land in early February, it was expected to go to council for approval

without any problems. But Barrhaven councillor Jan Harder asked for more time saying the community needed to be consulted. She said “a significant number of community concerns have been raised.” “Most of these people, in fact all of the people who have written in, found out about the program that allowed the money to be funding this program through the CTV six o’clock news and they have a lot of questions,” she said. On Feb. 16, a public information session was held where nearby residents could share their concerns and feedback over zoom. Over 130 people attended the meeting and most comments were supportive. Any worries that came up were from nearby Stonebridge residents, who were concerned over the proposed location. The Barrhaven West Community Association, which includes where the land in question is situated, said they have received zero complaints about the proposal, and said they were in full support of having additional affordable housing in the community. Most meeting attendees agreed, and were more concerned about ensuring future residents in the affordable housing complex

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would have adequate services available to them. Many referenced The Haven, a separate affordable housing complex off Jockvale Road. It includes a community garden, play area for kids, and a meeting room for events and gatherings. Saide Sayah, acting director of housing services at the City of Ottawa, said for this new affordable housing project, those details are still being worked out. “We haven’t determined yet what the best supporting model would look like for the families, I think some of that will be up to the families as well and when they move in,” he said. “We are working to ensure there will be adequate space for children, and in the second phase we will probably see something more defined in there for members of that community to meet and take part in activities.” Resident Jerry Corush, who said he’s a landscape architect and urban designer who’s worked on various projects including the Stonebridge master plan, said while he’s in full support of bringing community housing to the neighborhood, he’s concerned with its proximity to the rest of Barrhaven. “I have no problem with the ideals you’re after and

The Ottawa Community Housing site will be located on Jockvale Road near Longfields.

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the exclusiveness of what this project should be for Barrhaven,” Corush said during the public meeting. ”What I’m worried about is that this particular site is somewhat isolated from the Barrhaven Town Centre. Jockvale has no sidewalks, so the real walk to (Marketplace) is over a kilometre. It’s not really connected until the whole master plan is built out , and so this is a concern. A lot of the people who are going to be renting here aren’t going to have cars and you’re somewhat stuck away.”

Corush also had concerns with the modern design of the building, worried it wouldn’t blend in with the residential neighbourhood, saying it “could stand out and be a stigma” for its future residents. Mary Dickinson, a planner with the City of Ottawa, said while the development would have a disconnect from the rest of Barrhaven for a few years, that would change as the area builds up. “It’s not built out in this area, but I think it’s important that community housing is part of the grassroots

growth of the community,” she said. “So yes there is going to be some growing pains, and it’s going to be a bit harder to get to the town centre now than in the next couple of years, but there is a plan. The folks that are going to be living there are going to have to make due with what’s there until it builds out and becomes easier.” Dickinson also said that when the selection process begins for residents, Ottawa Community Housing will choose people who are a good fit for the complex.

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After two years of COVID-19, things are starting to look up

I feel like I may have said this before but while being overly cautious, things are looking up these days as we approach the two-year anniversary of the initial COVID-19 lockdown. With that, the following is the latest statement from Dr. Vera Etches, which is dated March 2.

Update on local COVID-19 situation

The COVID-19 measures that Ottawa Public Health monitors have been showing a steady decline since early January; however, we are seeing that decline begin to level off. As we navigate the changes in provincial guidance, a shift to individual risk assessment and risk mitigation is key. This means – especially if you or someone you live with is at risk for severe COVID-19 illness if infected – that you can still decrease the chances of infection by being vaccinated with a booster dose, wearing a mask in indoor spaces, practicing physical distancing and

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being careful about your number of close contacts, and time in crowds and in closed spaces. Please visit the Ottawa Public Health COVID-19 vaccination dashboard for more information about vaccinations in Ottawa.

Lifting of provincial measures, proof of vaccination

As of yesterday, proof of COVID-19 vaccination is no longer required for all settings, though businesses and other settings may choose to continue to require proof of vaccination. Getting a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine provides the best protection against hospitalization and death. At this stage in the pandemic, two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine do not provide sufficient pro-

tection and we strongly recommend booster doses for everyone eligible. Ottawa Public Health will continue to closely monitor key indicators, such as how our hospitals are managing severe COVID-19 illness and new variants, and we will continue working with community partners to support people at higher risk of serious COVID-19 illness. On February 25, the Province issued updated regulations that means local medical officers of health no longer have the ability to issue letters of instruction under the Reopening Ontario Act with regard to proof of vaccination requirements. At this time Ottawa Public Health is not planning to recommend further public health measures for Ottawa as provincial restrictions are lifted. I will continue working with Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Kieran Moore to assess options should key indicators, including hospitalizations, start trending upward in a concerning way.

Ottawa Public Health continues to advance recovery planning for the organization to return to more of its mandate. While the plan is to scale back our COVID-19 response step-by-step, we must remain flexible and be ready to respond to pressures created by the virus when needed. Ottawa Public Health is now in Step 2 of 5 of its recovery plan roadmap and is working to gather input from diverse groups to inform recovery planning and to identify community and population health needs now and into the future. As part of the recovery planning, Ottawa Public Health is also examining how to support the community to recover. Many • Ottawa residents will need time, space and supports to meaningfully recover. The pandemic has disproportionately affected Ottawa residents who faced health inequalities prior to

the pandemic. Community recovery is an opportunity for economic, social and health stakeholders - in collaboration with partners, communities, and individuals - to come together to assess how the complexity of community needs have changed, and to shape new or adapted services together. With respect to economic recovery, we acknowledge and understand that public health measures and provincial restrictions have affected individuals and the business community in many ways. Workplaces have had to adapt to various work models – with some employees working onsite, some working from home and planning for an eventual return to work in-person, while others have had to close due to restrictions. Our team has developed the Working Towards Recovery: Workplace Health and Wellness Guide to help support the mental health and wellness of employers and em-

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ployees in the workplace. Lastly, I want to emphasize that social connections and engagement in workplaces – in person - are an important part of recovery from the pandemic. This means reconnecting with friends and family, returning to inperson meetings, and supporting local businesses, keeping in mind we need to do our own individual risk assessment and risk mitigation. People of all ages have been affected by social isolation and we can each help re-establish health-promoting connections. Again, let’s continue to lead with compassion and kindness towards each other as we have done time and again with patience and perseverance throughout the pandemic. If you have any comments, questions, or concerns, please feel free to email me at Scott.Moffatt@ottawa.ca or contact me by phone at 613-5802491. For information on Ward 21 issues, please visit TeamTwentyOne.ca.

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Unit. “Hate Crimes create fear and mistrust which can deeply impact our community. The Hate and Bias Crime Unit will investigate all reported hate motivated incidents and we will continue to engage and educate the public.” A hate crime is a criminal offence committed against a person or property which is motivated by hate/bias or prejudice based on race, national or ethnic origin, disability, sexual orientation, or other similar factor. The most serious violations seen in 2021 were Mischief to property; Assault; Threats/utter to person; Mischief hate; and Assault with weapon. The groups most victimized were Jewish; Black; LGBTQ+; East and SouthEast Asian; Arab and West Asian; and Muslim. More information about

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The most talked about character of Watson’s Mill I would suggest that the most talked about character of Watson’s Mill in Manotick is our Ghost, Ann Crosby Currier. Born in 1841, Ann was the daughter of a successful hotel owner and grew up along with seven siblings, in the village of Caldwell, about a mile away from her father’s well-known hotel. The hotel, Crosbyside, was situated on the shores of Lake George, New York. At the tender age of 20, Ann married a Canadian businessman, Joseph Cur-

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rier, who was 21 years her senior. Currier was a partner of Moss Kent Dickinson and the two of them founded the Long Island Flouring Mills, including the gristmill, known today as Watson’s Mill. Unfortunately, their happiness did not last too

long. On Monday, March 11, 1861, the partners held a small party to celebrate their first successful year of operation. While making their way around all the congestion of equipment and dodging fast machinery, tragedy struck. Ann’s crinoline and dress became caught in the machinery and she was flung against a pillar and killed instantly. Joseph immediately lost all interest in the Mill and sold his shares to his partner Dickinson. Unlike her husband Ann may

not have moved on. Various sightings, cries and “conversations” have taken place at the Mill, particularly on March 11th, the date Ann died. Dickinson Square will, open as usual on the May 24th weekend, depending on Covid regulations. Dickinson Square includes Watson’s Mill, the Carriage Shed and Dickinson House Museum. YOU are invited!! Everyone _ wash your hands – wear a mask – social distance!

Seasonal load restrictions for heavy vehicles serving Ottawa Beginning on Wednesday, March 16, seasonal load restrictions will be in effect. Commercial vehicles or trailers with a gross vehicle weight in excess of five tonnes or 11,000 pounds per axle will be prohibited on roads where restriction sign-

age is posted, and on all truck routes identified as restricted on the Urban Truck Routes(link is external)PDF opens in a new tab or window and Rural Truck Routes(link is external)PDF opens in a new tab or window lists. These restrictions also apply to all non-truck

routes. During the spring thaw period, some roads cannot withstand heavyvehicle loads. Every year, the City monitors thaw progression by using the forecast temperature data to calculate the Thaw Index. When the Thaw Index reaches its thresh-

old value, load restrictions are imposed. Heavy vehicles that exceed weight limits on restricted-load roadways during the spring thaw period will be subject to fines. Once the pavement strength has been restored, load restrictions will be removed

Don’t let huts or hockey nets go down with the ice It’s officially March, and that means it’s time to haul in your fishing huts, hockey nets and other on-ice gear before the ice is out. Building materials, benches and shovels, garbage and other waste can pollute our rivers and lakes, harm fish and wildlife and create hazards for boaters and swimmers in the spring. Under Ontario law, Eastern Ontario fishing huts must be removed by March 15. However,

as the sun gets stronger and the weather begins to warm, it’s wise to remove them sooner rather than later. If you wait too long, you may find the ice too thin to access your belongings! It is an offence under the Public Lands Act to leave your ice hut out after ice break up, even if that occurs before the removal deadline. So take some time this week to collect your belongings, dispose of your garbage and dismantle

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Finance and Economic Development Committee approves tax on vacant residences The City’s Finance and Economic Development Committee today approved a residential vacant unit tax to be charged on non-principal residences left vacant for more that 184 days in a year. Requiring owners to pay one per cent of the as-

sessed value of such units is meant to encourage them to occupy, sell or rent their properties to help increase housing supply in Ottawa. About 330,000 residential property owners across Ottawa would need to make an annual declaration

of vacancy between January 1 and mid-March or be charged a $250 late declaration fee. The tax would be added to the final property tax bill each year, and net revenues from the tax would fund affordable housing. It is anticipated to generate

By Manotick Messegner Staff

tailers, primarily Amazon, opened Fri., March 4. The business is the front building on the east side of the shopping centre. It has been vacant for years, with its main use being the home for the Richmond Lions Club Christmas Cheer until 2021. The overstock store is

the second Quick Pick location in Ottawa. The first opened on Wildwood Ave. near Bank and Heron. The store is unique in that every item has the same price, and the price declines daily. According to the store’s website, the store is closed Thursday after a short 9-2

about $6.6 million per year. If approved by Council, the City would need to seek provincial approval to designate Ottawa to levy the tax. The tax would be implemented in 2022, with the first annual declaration and billing starting in 2023.

The Committee also received an update on the 2022 Municipal Elections, including a recommendation to offer a special mailin ballot for the October 2022 election, as well as for any by-elections that might occur during the 2022-2026

term of Council. In light of the possibility that the pandemic may still be an issue, this process will allow electors the opportunity to vote without having to attend a voting place in-person. Voting day is Monday, October 24.

Overstock store among new businesses in Richmond plaza The Richmond Shopping Plaza on Perth Street in the western end of the village is getting a boost to with a new anchor store. Quick Pick, an overstock store selling returned and overstocked from large re-

day for restocking inventory for the week. On Fridays, each item costs $25. On Saturdays, prices lower to $21. From there, prices go to $16 on Sundays, $10 on Mondays, $6 on Tuesdays, $3 on Wednesdays and $1 on Thursdays until the store closes at 2 p.m. The store will create a destination for the plaza, owned by Saade Developments. Contact North, in the back corner of the plaza

next to That Hunting Store, is a community-based distance education and training centre. Also coming into the plaza in the vacant unit once occupied by East West Diner and next to MPP Goldie Ghamari’s constituency office is Jasmine Rice Thai Restaurant. While Richmond does not have the same restaurant vibe that Manotick does, it is becoming a destination for serious food-

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Ontario establishing general minimum wage for digital platform workers The Ontario government is introducing the Working for Workers Act, 2022 (Working for Workers Act 2), which would, if passed, continue to lead the country in building a stronger economy that works for everyone. Included in the legislation are changes that would make Ontario the first province in Canada to establish a minimum wage and other foundational rights for digital platform workers who offer rides or deliver food and other items for companies such as Uber, Door Dash and Instacart. “As part of our plan to build a stronger economy that works for everyone, we want all workers to have every opportunity to earn a good living and provide for their families,” said Premier Doug Ford. “It doesn’t matter if you work for a big company, a small business or

for a rideshare app. Our government won’t leave any worker behind.” Data shows as many as one in five Canadians work in the gig economy, a number that is predicted to increase. However, these workers often face uncertain working conditions and lack necessary protections, including finding it difficult to predict paycheques or resolve complaints. The government’s proposals would enshrine the following rights and protections for digital platform workers: - Earning at least the general minimum wage for time worked; - The right to keep their tips along with regular pay periods; - The right to information and clarity around algorithms including how pay is calculated; and how and why a worker might be penalized in the alloca-

tion of work; - Written notice if they are being removed from the platform and why; - The right to resolve their work-related disputes in Ontario; and Protection from reprisal should they seek to assert their rights. “No one working in Ontario should ever make less than minimum wage for an hour’s work,” said Monte McNaughton, Minister of Labour Training and Skills Development. “No one working in Ontario should be dismissed without notice, explanation, or recourse. No one should have to travel out of the country to resolve a workplace dispute or sign a contract they do not understand. These core rights are a foundation in our mission to help all workers earn bigger paychecks to take care of their families, not an endpoint.” This announcement

follows the province’s commitment to design a health care benefits plan tied to millions of workers who currently don’t have access to them, including digital platform workers. Also included in Working for Workers 2 is a requirement for employers to disclose their electronic monitoring of employees and several red tape reductions to encourage outof-province workers to help fill the generational labour shortage. These measures are part of Ontario’s ambitious plan to attract the best workers from across Canada – and around the world – by making the province the best place to live, work and raise a family. They follow legislation in the fall to remove unfair and discriminatory barriers against foreigntrained professionals, introducing the “Right to Disconnect” and the

banning of non-compete clauses. Many digital platforms use algorithms to determine when and how quickly workers are given their next delivery or customer. However, most digital platforms do not share this with their workers making it unclearwhy other workers may pick up more work than them. Some digital platforms do not provide their workers with clear explanations on how their pay is calculated. This makes it difficult to predict their earning. Digital platforms can currently remove workers from their platforms without providing an explanation why. If workers appeal the decision, they may not be able to speak directly with a person. These proposed measures were informed by the recommendations made by the experts of the On-

tario Workforce Recovery Advisory Committee, based on their consultations with workers, employers, and unions. Ipsos polling conducted to support the OWRAC found that: - 89 per cent of Ontarians agree that “the workplace has changed permanently due to COVID-19 and Ontario needs to act to update employment regulations.” - Just over half of Ontarians feel that companies take advantage of tech or technology platform workers. - 62 per cent of Ontarians agree that the province should guarantee a certain minimum level of income for technology platform or ‘gig’ workers. - 86 per cent of Ontarians placed a high priority on ensuring that Ontario has enough highly skilled workers to meet the needs of employers.

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Ontario Government providing humanitarian aid for people of Ukraine The Ontario government is assisting the people of Ukraine by providing $300,000 in humanitarian aid during this difficult and challenging time. “Last night we witnessed a violent attack on a sovereign nation as Vladimir Putin launched a war of aggression against Ukraine,” said Premier Doug Ford. “The bonds between Canada

and Ukraine run deep, and generations of UkrainianCanadians have helped build the Canada we know and love. This morning I spoke with the Consul General of Ukraine and assured him that the people of Ontario stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Ukraine.” “I am deeply concerned about the escalating situation in Ukraine and condemn

the unprovoked actions against Ukraine,” said Parm Gill, Minister of Citizenship and Multiculturalism. “Ontario is home to more than 375,000 people of Ukrainian origin and they have made our province a better place. Our government stands in solidarity with the Ukrainian community in Ontario and with the people of Ukraine.” Ontario’s monetary sup-

port will be donated to the Canada-Ukraine Foundation and will be used to support humanitarian purposes, including providing medical aid, emergency shelter and food security in Ukraine. The Canada-Ukraine Foundation will ensure the donation will be used to provide assistance quickly and efficiently to people and families in need.

Ontario will also be ready to assist anyone fleeing from Ukraine who is in need of settlement services. Settlement agencies support newcomers and refugees to find housing, employment, health services and more when they arrive in Ontario. “We share Premier Ford’s concern over Russian aggression into Ukraine. We know the required humanitarian

support will be significant and we are grateful to the government and the people of Ontario for supporting this worthy endeavor,” said Orest Sklierenko, President of the Canada-Ukraine Foundation. “We hope to continue to work with the province of Ontario in the coming weeks as we support the people of Ukraine during this trying time.”

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Junior B Royals win pair during five games in six night stretch The Richmond Royals enter the last week of the Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League season without hopes of the playoffs, but the team has shown promise as they build for next year. After an 8-3 loss to first place Embrun at home on Feb. 20, the Royals embarked on a difficult schedule as they played five games in six days. Four of the five games were decided by one goal, with the Royals winning two and dropping three. On Feb. 23 in Richmond, the Royals beat the Ottawa Jr. Canadians 5-2. Wylie

Dixon had two goals and an assist, while Ethan Greene and Ryan Sullivan each had a goal and an assist. Jackson Dallaire also scored in the win. Gabriel Arrigo, picked up from the Perth Blue Wings earlier in the year, made 21 saves for the win in goal. The Royals then headed to Winchester for a game against the Hawks on Feb. 25. The Royals outplayed the Hawks, holding a 38-29 shots on goal advantage, but Winchester hung on for a 3-2 win. Willem Brandt opened the scoring for the Royals with a goal from Asa

MacFarlane and Jackson Dallaire just 3:46 into the first period, but the Hawks responded with one in the first, one in the second and another in the third to take a 3-1 lead. Brandt notched his second of the game on a five-on-three power play with 4:30 left to play, but after that, Winchester Xavier Dusablon kicked out everything the Royals threw at him. The following night, the Royals were on the road again as they visited the Canadians at the Earl Armstrong Arena. Ottawa scored four goals

Richmond Royals captain Curran Gilmour has a scoring chance in front of the net against the Embrun Panthers on Feb. 20.

in the second period to take a 4-0 lead into the third, but the Royals mounted a comeback. Francesco Sicoli scored a power play goal from Wylie Dixon early in the period, and then Ethan Greene added an unassisted marker. With 49 seconds left to play, Luke Richardson scored the third Royals goal from Ethan Greene and Evan Burgess. Unfortunately, the Royals could not get the equalizer past goalie Connor Baillie, and the Jr. Canadians held on for a 4-3 win. The Royals were back home on Feb. 27 and earned a thrilling 5-4 win over the Casselman Vikings. Curran

Gilmour notched the winner for the Royals from Kylan Tavares and Ethan Greene with just 25 seconds left to play. The Vikings led 4-3 in the third before Evan Burgess tied the game with his first goal of the season from Francesco Sicoli. Luke Richardson scored twice for the Royals while Kylan Tavares had one. Cedrick Dandenault played the first period in goal for the Royals and gave up three goals on eight shots. Arrigo started the second and went the rest of the way for the win, stopping 23 of the 24 shots he faced. The teams met again in

Casselman the following night, with the Vikings taking a 4-3 win. Willem Brandt, Curran Gilmour and Robbie Disilvestro scored the Royals goals. After a much needed two days off after playing five games in six nights, the Royals faced the Ottawa West Golden Knights on the road and dropped a 5-2 game. Richmond got both of their goals in the third period. Luke Richardson scored from Kylan Tavares and Willem Brandt, and Wyle Dixon scored on the power play from Curran Gilmour and Francesco Sicoli.

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National Capital Secondary School Sports Scores and Schedules Senior Boys Basketball Playoffs Feb. 6 – De La Salle 61 Osgoode 54 Feb. 18 – Sir Wilfrid Laurier 70 St. Mark 57

Junior Boys Basketball Playoffs Feb. 18 – South Carleton 66 Cairine Wilson 61 Feb. 19 – St. Patrick’s 77 Osgoode 38 Feb. 20 – South Carleton 63 Ashbury 43 Feb. 25 – St. Mother Teresa 67 South Carleton 55 Boys Curling Feb. 25 – Pierre-Savard 8 Glebe 2 March 3 Quarterfinals – Pierre-Savard 8 St. Francis Xavier 2 March 4 Semi-Finals – Pierre-Savard 8 Garneau 5 Girls Curling Feb. 18 – South Carleton 7 Sir Wilfrid Laurier 0 Feb. 18 – Bell 7 St. Mark 1 Feb. 19 – Osgoode 7 St. Mother Teresa 1 Feb. 20 – South Carleton 7 St. Mark 3 Feb. 20 – Longfields-Davidson Heights 12

Osgoode 2 Feb. 25 – South Carleton 11 Glebe 1 Feb. 25 – St. Mark 6 Osgoode 3 Playoffs March 3 – St. Mark 7 Bell 6 March 3 – Osgoode 8 John McCrae 6 March 4 – South Carleton 8 St. Mark 7 March 4 – Longfields-Davidson Heights 6 Osgoode 3 Boys Contact Hockey Feb. 24 – South Carleton 1 Pierre-Savard 1 Feb. 24 – South Carleton 2 St. Pius X 2 Feb. 24 – Sacred Heart 3 Pierre-Savard 0 Feb. 24 – St. Mother Teresa 4 South Carleton 1 Feb. 24 – Immaculata 3 Pierre-Savard 1 March 1 – South Carleton 2 Sacred Heart 1 March 2 – South Carleton 2 Immaculata 2 March 2 – St. Pius X 3 Pierre-Savard 0 March 2 – Sacred Heart 2 South Carleton 0 Girls Hockey Feb. 28 – Sacred Heart 8 St. Mark 0 Feb. 28 - St. Joseph 3 St. Mark 1 March 2 – Glebe 4 St. Mark 0

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