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The MessengerNEWS LRT Phase 2 will open up options for rural Ottawa commuters

By Charlie Senack and Jeff Morris

Shovels for Phase 2 of Ottawa’s LRT system will soon be in the ground.

On March 22, Ontario Premier Doug Ford confirmed the province would put $1.208 billion towards the $4.65-billion Phase 2 LRT project. It’s the same amount of provincial funding the previous Wynne Liberal government committed to for the 44-kilometre rail expansion.

“Our government is a strong supporter of public transit and making life easier for the people of Ontario,” Ford said during a press conference at OC Transpo’s Belfast Yards on Friday.

“This project will transform the way people in Ottawa and commuters travel throughout this great city,” he added.

Under the Phase 2 LRT expansion, the Confederation Line will travel to Montreal Road and Orleans in the east, and Moodie Drive and Baseline Station in the west. The Trillium line will also be expanded in two directions, going to the airport in the south end of the city, and Limebank Road in Riverside South.

While the full Phase 2 expansion isn’t expected to be finished until 2025, the Trillium line expansion out to Riverside South is expected to be the first piece completed sometime in 2022.

The purpose of extending the LRT line out to Limebank Rd is to plan ahead for the growing community of Riverside South which currently houses 16,000 residents, and is growing by about 2,000 people a year.

The Ottawa Stage 2 LRT project will be capable of reaching a future capacity of up to 24,000 passengers per hour, each way during peak periods.

“This is great for Riverside South, but it is also great for the entire rural south end of the city,” commented Osgoode Councillor George Darouze.

“People from Manotick, Osgoode, Greely and Metcalfe, as well as other communities south of the city, will be using the LRT and catching it at Bowesville Road. There will also be people from Barrhaven who come across the bridge to use it. The LRT will just open up different options for commuters in the rural south end to get downtown.”

Carleton MPP Goldie Ghamari echoed the statements

made by Darouze.

“This is incredible news for residents in Riverside south, Findlay Creek, Manotick, Stittsville, and in fact everywhere across the riding of Carleton,” said Goldie Ghamari, MPP for Carleton. “It was very important for me to ensure that the Trillium Line extended not just to Earl Armstrong/Bowesville station, but all the way to Limebank. By extending the Trillium Line to Limebank, we are taking a proactive approach to ensure that Ottawa’s transit infrastructure will not only meet the needs of residents today, but will also meet the needs of future residents in the rapidly growing communities of Riverside South and Findlay Creek.”

“I’m very excited with where our city is headed and I can’t wait to see some shovels in the ground. Thank you Premier Ford and Minister Yurek for recognizing Ottawa as a world-class city that deserves world-class transit,” said MPP Ghamari.

Mayor Jim Watson says this is the biggest and most expensive project the city has ever taken on, and surpasses the building of highway 417 and the Rideau Canal. Once the project is completed, he says 77 per cent of Ottawa residents will live within five kilometres of light rail service.

“When stage two is completed, it will connect residents to our cities major centres of employment, our four post secondary institutions, shopping centres, and important cultural and tourism tourist attractions,” Watson said, adding that 24 new stations will be built.

It will also help eliminate 900,000 annual bus trips into downtown, and will take 14,000 cars off of city roads during rush hour. It is also expected to reduce greenhouse emissions in the city by 110,000 tons a year.

And while Phase 2 will not directly impact Barrhaven residents, commuters will be able to take the trains to Baseline traction, and take the bus rapid Transitway the rest of the way.

Barrhaven residents will also be able to take the trains to Riverside South, where they can hop on a bus that will go over the Vimy Memorial Bridge.

But while this is being seen as a big boost to the city, questions are now circulating as to why the city awarded SNCLavalin the contract to extend and maintain the Trillium Line,

even though the company failed to meet the minimum technical threshold during the light rail bid.

Still, Watson and city officials are defending the process, and says he has full confidence in the procurement process.

“It was approved by the fairness commissioner, approved unanimously by the selection committee, and most importantly it’s the best deal for taxpayers,” Watson said.

“It was done by staff. It wasn’t politicians,” he added.

“We don’t have the expertise to make those decisions.”

The 27-year contract to SNC-Lavalin is valued at $1.6 billion, and came in at $230 million more than what the city wanted to spend. SNC says they promise to save the city $100 million over the three decade-

long contract.

And in order to build the Trillium Line expansion, the city will have to close the existing line from Bayview to

Greenboro stations, in order to finish the project. During that time OC Transpo buses will have a parallel route in place.

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Friday, March 29, 2019 Page 3

Local stakeholders meet with Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

On Thursday March 14, I had the pleasure of hosting the Minister of the Environment, Conservation, and Parks for a roundtable discussion on reducing litter and waste with local stakeholders at the Rideau Carleton Raceway.

Over 25 people attended and each person had the opportunity to share their best practices and concerns.

Reducing litter and waste is an important issue for the government of Ontario, and one that is shared by the proud residents of Carleton.

It was a very productive meeting and would like to thank the Minister and all those who attended

Your voice in Queen’s Park Goldie Ghamari, MPP, Carleton

the meeting for helping to make it a huge success.

Roundtable with the President of the Treasury Board

On Saturday March 23, I had the distinct pleasure of hosting the President of the Treasury Board for a Pre-Budget Consultation with business owners from a wide variety of industries across Carleton.

I want to thank every-

one who came out for providing their input and participating in an engaging discussion about government spending in Ontario.

I would like to thank the Rideau Carleton Raceway for hosting and helping us put on a great event. I also want to express my gratitude to the Minister for taking time out of their busy schedule to come meet with key stakeholders in Carleton.

Doug Ford visits Osgoode Care Centre

On Friday March 22, it was my honour to welcome the Premier of Ontario to Carleton and join him in a tour of the Osgoode Care

Centre.

The value of the important services provided by the Osgoode Care Centre and other long term care homes cannot be overstated.

Introducing my first Private Member’s Bill

On Wednesday, March 28, I will be bringing my very first private members’ bill, the Supporting Ontario’s community, rural and agricultural newspapers act, 2019, up for second reading.

If passed, this Act will change the arbitrary requirement that municipal notices be posted in newspapers with a publishing

frequency of weekly or less, which prevents many smaller, community newspapers from being able to post these notices, putting them at a competitive disadvantage.

By amending the definition of a “newspaper” to include those who have a publishing frequency of a month or less, it will even the playing field for community newspapers. It would also save the municipalities money, as they could specifically target the areas in which they must post notice, as opposed to publishing in a larger newspaper which has many readers to which the notice is irrelevant.

I am looking forward working with my colleagues on both sides of the aisles on this important issue.

We are here to serve

My constituency office is open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 4 pm and I have 4 full-time employees helping me serve the people of Carleton. If you require assistance on any matter, please contact me at any time. It’s why I’m here. Even if it’s not a provincial issue, I’ll make sure to connect you with the proper office.

- Goldie Your voice at Queen’s Park

GOLDIE GHAMARI,MPP CARLETON Goldie’s story, in her own words: “My parents immigrated to Canada in 1986 – I was only one at the time. They left everything behind in Iran because they believed Canada would give their children a better life and more opportunities. My father tells me that when we landed in Montreal, we only had two suitcases and $50 to our names. My parents worked very hard to build a new life for us in Canada. As new immigrants and then Canadian citizens, they made sure to integrate themselves into Canadian society, and they instilled in my sister and me the importance of respecting and living by our Canadian values.

My father comes from a farming family and he is an electrician, working daily with his hands. After staying at home to raise her two daughters, my mother now gives back to the community by working at a charity for isolated senior citizens My younger sister is an aerospace engineer. My wonderful husband Wayne teaches statistics at Carleton University.

My parents taught me that the road to success comes through hard work, determination and sacrifice.

We have certainly come a long way from where we started in 1986, but I will never forget our humble beginnings.”

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Tickets are now available for the 2019 Chic Time in the ‘Tick fundraiser, Friday, May 24, 2019 at the Mike O’Neil Arena in Manotick.

This annual event, celebrating all the women do in our community, was initiated in 2017, by the Manotick Culture, Parks and Recreation Association. In 2017 and 2018 Chic Time raised more than $50,000 in support of the construction of the Mahogany Dock Project.

These Docks have now been successfully installed in anticipation of the 2019 Boat-

ing Season. The top-of-bank parkette, complete with Adirondack chairs, bench, kiosk, tree planting, and more, will be done as soon as weather permits.

It’s the efforts of many, including the Chic Time efforts, that made the Mahogany Dock project feasible.

The funds from Chic Time 2019, are being directed to the Centennial Park Enhancement Project, specifically the refurbishment of the Outdoor Rink and Skateboard Park areas. Visit www.mcpra.org for a peak at the Concept

Plan.

This year’s Chic Time theme is ‘Kicking It Up for Kids’, with a ‘Great Gatsby’ decor.

So call up your girlfriends, grab your neighbours, daughters, your play-date moms, all your sport team moms and don’t forget your dancing shoes for Chic Time 2019.

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The MessengerCOMMUNITY Business owners discuss challenges with Ontario Treasury Board President

By Jeff Morris A number of Carleton riding business owners got the chance to express their challenges and concerns to Ontario Treasury Board President David Bethlanfalvy Saturday morning at Rideau Carleton Raceway.

Bethlanfalvy was invited to meet local business leaders in a meeting set up by Carleton MPP Goldie Ghamari.

The purpose of his visit was to engage with local business leaders to get a clear understanding of the issues facing business owners and employers.

“It was a very good exchange,” Bethlanfalvy said following the meeting. “I am grateful that everyone was able to give up a Saturday morning to come and share their insights with us.”

Bethlanfalvy said that one of the major challenges of his government has been the province’s huge deficit and debt left behind by the previous Liberal Government, as well as the amount of red tape that businesses are facing.

“We inherited a $15 billion deficit,” Bethlanfalvy bluntly stated at the beginning of the meeting. “We inherited a government that was spending $40 million per day more than it was taking in. After they had 15 years in power, our debt is now over $200 billion. But what did we get for that?”

Ontario, he added, is the most indebted subnational government on the planet. He added that every hour, Ontario pays another $1.4 million in interest on its debt.

“I’m very concerned about the path of Ontario,” he said.

Bob Mitchell of SunTech Tomatoes in Manotick said that one of the challenges he faces is caused by the carbon tax program. It’s a tax that Bethlanfalvy says has had no effect on emissions.

“I use carbon in my business,” Mitchell said. “I pay it, but my competitors don’t have to. The hydro debt has to paid, but not with my money.”

Mitchell was one of several employers in the room who also said that finding millennial generation employees who were willing to work was a problem.

“We have to educate millennials to want to work,” he

said.

Mike Medeiros, owner of Carleton Mushroom Farms, brought up a couple of obstacles facing his company.

One of the big ones involves red tape. He has been trying to a natural gas connection to his business for the past seven years. The cost for the 6.8 km of pipeline was originally a half million dollars. Medeiros said that when he inquired about the line, he was told they were “too busy.” The cost of the pipeline has ballooned to $1.4 million.

“The red tape is ridiculous,” Medeiros said. “Forty per cent of our mushrooms are shipped to the US. Access to proper labour and proper energy will help us grow.”

Bethlanfalvy commented that Ontario was the “red tape capital of North America,” and that the Ford Government is aiming to eliminate 25 per cent of the legislation by 25 per cent.

“There are 400,000 pieces of red tape in Ontario,” he said. “That’s the most in North America.”

Spa owner Catherine Wood said the red tape she faces in her business “is a joke, and the regulations I have to follow are not sustainable.”

She added that one of the battles she is facing involves the underground economy.

“It’s killing my industry,” she said. “We train them, and they work for 2000 hours.

Then they go out on their own and work from their homes, and pay no overhead or no taxes.”

Marcel Moncion, who owns Moncion’s Your Independent Grocer in Riverside South, has 365 employees. About one half of his employees are young.

“We spend money to train people, but then they leave,” he said. “In some cases, it’s a challenge to get them to work more than a shift per week.”

Gino Milito of Orchard View Conference Centre has about 150 employees, and he says their biggest issue is staffing.

“The government is making it difficult for us to get staff,” he said. “People will work for a week and then take two days off. People are taking it. The government is tying our hands.”

Carleton MPP Goldie Ghamari and Ontario Treasury Board President Peter Bethlanfalvy met with local business owners at Rideau Carleton Raceway Saturday morning.

Jeff Morris photo Milito, who is also the President of the Osgoode Ward Business Association, said that the difficulty in running a business makes it tempting for owners to give up.

“People are throwing their hands up,” he said.

“They wonder why they bother being in business.

They wonder why they shouldn’t just get a job. The government is tying our

hands.”

Several of the business owners talked about being undercut by Quebec competitors and workers. Milito added that for events, many people and businesses

cross the border to purchase cheaper alcohol in Quebec.

“The previous government did not stand up for Ontario on interprovincial partnerships or relationships,” Ghamari said.

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My lifelong battle with an eating disorder

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A middle ground is needed on cell phone ban from schools

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Editor: newsfile@bellnet.ca your big email: Longfields People who have been following the World Davidson Cup andHeightsI did the only thing I could do, shouting as loud News/sports: newsfile@bellnet.ca Office: Dinardo High School in February, is Marketing Mgr:Angie Gord Logan Advertising: advert@bellnet.ca Oh, yeah. people who have only seen 20 minutes of it in passas I could. Right. I hadn’t thought about it. our person of the year for Photographer: Mike Carroccetto Editor: newsfile@bellnet.ca 2010. Agostinho ing have commented on these annoying yet relent-was our“USA! USA! USA!” Office: Angie Dinardo News/ Sports: newsfile@bellnet.ca I was too busy thinking of how cool I would person of the year for 2009. less horns. Ironically, while the world has learned to They turned their heads in disgust. The next 45 Photographer: Mike Carroccetto For the full story, see page 2. adapt these horns as the one thing they nowlook know with seconds were silent and awkward. my incredibly Champion hoodie and my about South African culture, the horns aren’t really At that point, it was my turn. The cashier black, low cut Converse shoes andI was my HolWe 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 through the Canada Periodical Fund (CPF) for our publishing activities. enthusiasts have commented that they hadlister never skinny all set. jeans.

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“I’m going to look so deezed.”

He stared at me.

“Um, deezed doesn’t mean that,” he said.

“Deezed means, like, muscular or jacked. It doesn’t mean cool.”

If only they had a Rosetta Stone CD set to learn Millennial-speak.”

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by Jeff Morris drivel with computerized drums and no instruments thumping out of his device.

Clearly, he was on Team Diva for this one.

“Seriously,” she interjected. “That is going to show every single thing you put in your mouth when you wear that. Remember that nice hoodie I got you for Christmas that was covered in Frank’s hot sauce within an hour of you putting it on?”

Oh yeah.

But I didn’t care. This was an amazing hoodie and it was $14.

She shook her head at the checkout.

Once in the car, we decided to make a game of it. What would Jeff spill on his new hoodie first? It would be a multiple choice. A would be ketchup. B would be peanut butter or a similar spread. Almond butter and Nutella were acceptable for B. For C, we went with Diet Coke or another staining beverage.

D was pizza. I have a horrible track record in that department. E was egg yolk from an over GROCER easy egg that would slide off my fork onto my, um, deezed chest. And F was ‘other’.

Everybody made their guesses.

When we stopped for dinner on the way home – it was a big, sloppy, roadhouse burger – I was put to the test. But I called an audible.

I walked into the restroom, took off my new white hoodie, and just wore the Adidas t-shirt that I was wearing underneath it.

Adam, meanwhile, accidentally stuck his arm in a lake of ketchup on his plate. His brand new white Hollister jacket and the white shirt he was wearing both got it. He was crushed. I felt bad for him, but I couldn’t help but feel relieved that someone other than me had, well, Jeffed their clothes at dinner.

The last stop on the way home was Walmart. The Diva got a Tide stick to get the stain out of Adam’s shirt and jacket. She looked over at me, and grabbed a handful of them.

“We are going to keep these handy,” she said, giving me that look.

I looked around Walmart and I faced the truth.

I don’t need a Tide stick for when I eat.

I need a shower curtain.

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The MessengerCOMMUNITY Daffodil symbolizes strength and courage in the fight against cancer Since the 1950s, bright yellow daffodils have arrived in communities across Canada to mark the beginning of Daffodil Month. To this day, the daffodil continues to symbolize strength and courage in the fight against cancer.

This is a flower that you will see in all sorts of spring bouquets. There are other

THis week,

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by Larry Ellis

uses for this flower though; there are cultures that really like this flower. The Chinese actually see it as a symbol of

wealth and good fortune and celebrate when the daffodil blooms. The good thing about the daffodil is that it is so easy to grow. This is a flower that is a great beginner flower and this is proven with all the flowerbeds that it is in across the world.

Make sure that if you are growing this flower that you are taking care of it, give it

enough water and make sure that it has proper drainage.

The daffodil is the symbol adopted for cancer research, organizations that raise money for cancer use this as their fundraising symbol and have daffodil days which are going to give people a flower in return for the donation to the Cancer Society. It is easy to support

Two points.

Richmond is correct, infrastructure upgrades should happen before expansion. One just has to look at what’s happened in Manotick.

Large houses shoehorned onto small lots on both sides of main street, and no infrastructure to take up the slack. Both Councillor Scott Moffatt and Mayor Jim Watson assured me that there wouldn’t be a problem. Maybe not for them, but the citizens of Man-

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Scott Moffatt completely misses the point made by the many citizens who are very worried about the LRT Stage 2 plans. The company that has been approved for the project, SNC Lavalin, has been charged in Canada and in other parts of the world with corrupt prac-

fodil Month is an incredibly rewarding experience, whether you have been touched by cancer or not.

Show your support and make a difference in your own way! Get involved in local events happening across your area.

Wear the yellow daffodil pin proudly!

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the Canadian Cancer Society, many of us has been personally touched in some manner by cancer.

Money raised during Daffodil Month helps people living with cancer and their families. Donations fund life-saving research, information and support services.

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Manotick..United. 692-4576 Church 5567 Main St. Sunday Service at 10 a.m.

Church Office: Tuesday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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Be part of this campaign to support your neighbour

Terra Plants and Flowers and Manotick Shoe Repair

Councillor | Rideau-Goulbourn

By Krysia Kurylowicz

I have a huge shoe fetish, but because of my very large feet, I am severely limited in my choices. I try to take care of the footwear I own because it’s harder to find replacements than it is to hang on to the old. Shoe repair is a dying art and it is very difficult to find a place that does professional workmanship so that I can wear those precious finds as long as possible! We are so lucky in Manotick to have just such a place right in the village in the building that used to house NAPA Auto Parts.

The young family that has taken over the location on Clapp Lane near Main Street have cleverly combined their love of flowers with the skill of shoe repair under one roof! Walking into the space was a delightful surprise!

The displays are bright with an airy natural feel. The shop is gorgeous—brimming with beautiful exceptionally healthy house plants, flowers, air ferns, succulents and dried flowers, coupled with attractive gift items and hand-crafted cards.

At the back of the store, Jonathan Kim has set up his shop. He can renew or repair any shoes, boots or leather items and also offers a skate sharpening service. Simply bring in your tired footwear and he can give you an estimate on the spot.

Jonathan’s wife Minkyoung and her Eunwoo are delighted to share their love of flowers. Eunwoo had many happy childhood memories growing up in her mother’s plant shop.

She had always dreamed of having the same opportunity in Canada. The women also offer all the services typically associated with a flower shop including wedding flowers, special events, corporate gifts, Christmas decorations, sympathy and funeral arrangements. Delivery is available throughout Ot-

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Royal Canadian Legion Royal Canadian Legion Branch 314 314 Branch 5550 ann5550 St. Manotick, on Ann St. 613-692-3243 Manotick, ON K4M 1A3

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Enjoy the Fine Irish Stew dance the night aw Anniversaries, Birthdays, Fundraisers, Music byWeddings, Retrosonic and special occasions. We have a large screen A-v renting hall for you center, a largeConsider kitchen facility and aour fullspacious bar service. event. per year* *Consider joining our Legion for $60.00 Weekly Events at Branch 314, Manotick Anniversaries, Birthdays, Fundraisers, Monday to Friday Office Open 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Weddings, and Tuesday to Saturday Bar Open 12:00 PM toSpecial 5: 00 PM Occasions.

Wednesday Senior’s Bridge from 12:00 noon We have a large screen A-V center, a large Tues., Thur., & Fri. Light Lunches 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM Thursdays Dart kitchen League 7:30 facility PM + Euchre & Cribbage and a full bar service.

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The MessengerNEWS

Earl Armstrong Extension Open House April 3 at Falconridge The second public house on the environmental assessment for the extension of Earl Armstrong to Hawthorne Road is set for Wednesday, April 3. The open house, 6-9 p.m. at Falconridge Golf Course, will update area residents on feedback received to date and the proposed route for the extension. There will be presentation and a question and answer session from 7 – 8 p.m. The MVCA continues to recommend the extension beyond Hawthorne to Boundary Road in order to facilitate truck traffic between the Industrial Park and the west end of Ottawa and Highway 416.

Information on the environmental study is available here: www.ottawa.ca/earlarmstrong.

L’information en français est disponible à: www.ottawa.ca/ cheminearlarmstrong

Date for Annual General Meeting Set

The Annual General Meeting of the Manotick Village and Community Association is set for Thursday, May 30 at the Manotick Arena. The meeting will highlight the activities of the past year, present the financial statements and elect Executive members of the Board.

If you are interested in joining this dynamic Board, please contact me at president@manotickvca.org for more information. We will be posting Board requirements on our web site in the coming weeks as well as more details about the AGM.

Spring Flooding Forecast

The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority is still maintaining a flood watch due to a higher than average snow pack. Fortunately snow is melting gradually with the cool temperatures and little precipitation so there is no flooding in the forecast in the immediate future. However, significant rainfall or higher temperatures could change that forecast and residents in low-lying areas are still at risk. Visit www.rvca.ca for regular updates.

Volunteer Appreciation Awards Do you know someone who has volunteered actively in the

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community and contributed to the well-being of Osgoode Ward residents? Now is your chance to recognize their efforts by nominating them for a Councillor’s Award. The deadline for submission is April 19 and details on the various awards are available at www. georgedarouze.ca .

Around the Village

For those of you who use the Osgoode Trail for hiking and biking, the section between Earl Armstrong and Leitrim Road is closed to allow for preparatory work for the LRT Trillium Line into Riverside South. It is anticipated the closure will exist until construction of the LRT line is complete.

gion to offer strategies for long term preservation of digital photos. Admission is free for this event presented by the Rideau Township Historical Society and Rideau Branch Archives as part of Archives Awareness Week.

Jazz Fundraiser Concert, April 6, 7:30 – 11 p.m.

The Two Beats Ahead Jazz Band are the featured artists

at this fundraiser for the Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind at Orchardview Event Centre.

Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at Canadian Guide Dogs headquarters, Rideau Valley Drive North, the Manotick Veterinary Hospital or by phoning 613-692-7777. You can also pre-order an individual cheese plate for $10.

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for the Estate of Theresa Mary Kenny (Terry) Barrhaven (Nepean) from Fallowfield Rd. East take Larkin Dr., go to stop sign & turn right onto Laming Dr. then turn left onto Phylis St., then turn right onto Melville Dr., then right onto Teevens Dr., then left onto Bajan St., # 8 (auction signs) on Sat., Apr. 20/19 @ 10 am

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Community Dancing in Manotick, Friday, March 29, 7 to 9:30 pm

Interested in a fun, interactive session of dance, laughter & music? Join the Ever Hopeful Stringband and caller Pippa Hall for a family-friendly, alcohol-free evening of community dancing, including circles, squares and contras, at Manotick United Church.

Each dance is taught and the whole family is invited. $10 / $5 ages 12-18 / under 12 free / family max $20. Information 613-692-4576. http://dance. manotick.net

Archives in Your Attic, April 6, 10 a.m. to noon

Archivists from the Ottawa Archives will be at the Manotick Legion, corner of Ann and Beaverwood, to answer questions and provide guidance on understanding and preserving family artifacts such as letters, photos, diaries and family papers. Admission is free.

Home Storage of Digital Photos, April 6, 1-3 p.m.

The Digital Records Archivist of Ottawa Archives will be on site at the Manotick Le-

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Rented hot water tank. 100 amp service. Protectron security system. Central air. New roof (’15 w/ 50 yr. transferable warranty). Windows (’04/‘06 w/ transferable warranties).

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voice continues from page 10 St. Mark High School fundraiser Trivia Night, April 6, 6-10 p.m.

This adults-only trivia night, presented by the St. Mark Music Department at the School, will raise funds for the St. Mark bands. It features a silent auction, 50/50 draw, bake sale and of course 10 rounds of music trivia, with a live round presented by the St. Mark R and B Band. Tickets are $20 (includes snack and pop) and can be purchased at www.ocsb.schoolcashonline. com

Growing Grapes in a Cold Climate, April 8, 7:30 p.m.

Goalie Jacob Oster (left), of Manotick, was protected by the Kemptville 73’s at the CCHL draft last Monday (March 4).

Mike Carroccetto photo

Julie Ricard, a graduate of the Sommelier program at Algonquin College, will speak at the April meeting of the Manotick Horticultural Society at the RCMP Campgrounds, 415

Nicholls Island Road. Working with the Eastern Ontario Wine Producers (EOWP), she feels that her success demands an understanding of the full cycle of “vine to wine”. Julie will talk about everything grape-related from planting and pruning to harvesting and diseases. The evening includes refreshments and a mini flower show. Guests pay $5 to attend.

Spring ITR Play – Tempting Providence – April 26 – 28 and May 3-5.

Based on a true story, this Newfoundland play recounts the challenges faced by a nurse who settled in a small village. Dinner shows are on April 27 and May 4 and matinees are on April 28 and May 5 at the Osgoode Community Centre. For details, visit www.

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Family Story Time, Saturday and Tuesday, 10:30 – 11 a.m.

Songs, stories and rhymes for children of all ages accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This free event is being offered by the Manotick Public Library.

YOMA – Friday Night Drop In, 7-9:30 p.m.

For youth age 12-17.

For more information, visit yoma.ca, email us at youth. of.manotick@gmail.com or call us at 613-296-1202

Got an event happening in Manotick? Please email president@manotickvca. org to get it included in an upcoming newsletter.

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Harmony Hall, Manotick Legion, 5550 Ann Street, Manotick Saturday, April 6, 10 - 12 p,pm

Harmony Hall, Manotick Legion, 5550 Ann Street, Manotick Saturday, April 6, 1- 3 p,pm

5521 Manotick Main Street AT THE CORNER OF BRIDGE AND MANOTICK MAIN STREET

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Classified Advertising Rates

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Classifieds will be accepted by telephone, fax or email Tel: 613-925-4265 Fax: 613-925-2837 email: classifieds@prescottjournal.com Deadline for Classified Advertising Friday at 4:00 pm Deadline for Display Advertising Friday at noon

announcement RIcHmond FamIlY FISHIng & tackle Swap Saturday April 6, 2019 - 9am to 2 pm – South Carleton High School, 3673 McBean Street Richmond.

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The MessengerFOCUS ON YOUTH St. Mark student-athlete grateful from support from parents Name: Molly Pert Age: 15

FOCUS ON

YOUTH

Address: Manotick School: St. Mark High

Grade: 10 Parents: Paula and John Pert Sister: Ellen (12), grade 7, St. Mark High Pets: “None, sadly: (I have always wanted an Australian Shepherd or Aussiedoodle though.)”

Pet Peeve: “Having wet feet, especially with socks on during a race! It’s the most uncomfortable feeling ever.)

Part-time Work: “I don’t have a part-time job yet, but I babysit whenever I can. I love being around kids!”

Favourite Subjects: “My favourite subjects are Fitness & Health, and Science.

by Phill Potter

Looking ahead beyond high school, these two subjects are areas of interest for possible career pathways.”

What do you enjoy reading for pleasure? “I enjoy reading magazines and fiction novels, especially humaninterest stories. I recently read a novel called The Hate U Give, and most novels by John Green.”

Who are your favourite authors?

John Green and Angie Thomas.

What is your Greatest Accomplishment?

“Over the few years in high school, my greatest accomplishments have been qualifying for OFSAA cross-country in 2017 and EOFSAA track and field

in 2018. Running is a passion of mine. It has been, and will continue to be a goal of mine, especially to qualify for OFSAA cross-country and track throughout high school. In 2017, I was awarded the Chaplaincy Award from my volunteering and support around the community. In addition to this, last year (2018) I was so grateful to win the Female Junior Athlete of the Year.”

club. In the summer I do a lot of canoeing, kayaking and camping. My favourite spots are Lake Superior, Lake Huron and Nova Scotia.”

Why did you get involved in what you do?

“I love meeting new people, helping out when I can, and I love being on the go/active.”

Comment: “I would like to thank both my mom and dad, who are so supportive with both my athletics and academics, especially for running and basketball. They mean beyond the world to me, and I have no clue what I’d do without them; especially when they run me to practices and races and games.

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St. Mark student Molly Pert is a runner and basketball player who is also involved in several school clubs and activities. Phill Potter photo

Activities/Interests: “I try to take part in as many clubs and sports teams as I can.

These include basketball, volleyball, cross-country running, track and field, badminton, and cross-country skiing. I’m also a part of Globally Local, Den Reps, Best Buddies, Girl Empowerment and Headstrong, which are clubs that help to promote school spirit and wellness. Last year, I also helped to coach the grade 7/8 basketball team.

Outside of school, I play for the u16 Ottawa Elite Juel Prep Basketball team. I am also a part of Track East which is a track and cross-country

Community Calendar • St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Ham Supper will be on Saturday, April 6, 2019 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Kars R.A. Hall, 6720 Rideau Valley Dr., Kars. Come along, bring a friend and enjoy a great meal!

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

• Old Time Fiddle Music & Dance - East Osgoode

Greely Assoc, First Friday of each month, invites & welcome all Musicians, Dancers & Listeners, Friday, 5 April 2019, 7:30 – 11:00, Greely Community Centre, 1448 Meadow Drive, Greely. For additional info call 613 489-2697.

crafts, or nursery for ages 0-11. Parenting course, Alpha course, or Growing in Faith/Hearing God course for adults, 6:30 - 7:30 pm. To try it out contact, discipleship@trinitybiblechurch.ca

• 6 hand Eucher Thursday evening in Barrhaven, all ages; 7:00pm to 10:00pm from mid September until May at the Field House on Stoneway Cres in Barrhaven. Call Myrna, 613-797-9442 or email myrnaj@rogers.com for details.

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

• Thursday Fun Night for adults and children. An optional supper at 5:45 pm. Indoor soccer/games,

For free advertising for your not-for-profit community events email editor@prescottjournal.com Thanks to all the volunteers and sponsors who make these events possible ~ Western Red Cedar ~ Where Quality Cedar Is a Family Tradition

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The MessengerSPORTS Third period scoring spree leads Major Pee Wee Romans to win Osgoode Richmond Romans Report

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The Osgoode Richmond Romans scored three unanswered goals in the third period to earn a come-from-behind 3-2 win over the Mississippi Thunder Kings in their Ottawa B Minor Hockey League playoff game in Richmond Feb. 23.

Trailing 2-0 in the third period, Jack Kean scored a pair of goals to tie the score. James Hag-

gar and Justin Walker assisted the first goal, while Haggar and Chase Polenski assisted the tying goal. Colton Hart scored the winning goal with just 15 seconds left to play, with Polenski and Eddie Jaquemet earning assists.

Maximus Courville was the winning goalie.

On Sun., March 3, the Romans lost 3-1 to the GloucesterOrleans Blues. James Haggar scored an unassisted goal for Osgoode Richmond.

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The Clarence Rockland Crush took a 2-0 lead and held on to edge the Osgoode Richmond Romans 2-1 in their playoff game Feb. 27 in Clarence Creek.

Michael Chenier scored an unassisted goal for the Romans.

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On Sun., March 3, the Romans scored three times in the third period in a 4-1 win over the Mississippi Thunder Kings. Garrett Rochon had a goal and an as-

focus continues from page 14 As a family, we are matter what. I am also a tight unit, and have glad my little sister is at been through a lot over St. Mark now. Hopefully, the years; mostly when we’ll get to play basketmom was diagnosed with ball together with the Osteosarcoma. Through Lions!

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Historic Home of the Mill Owners Guided Tours • Publications • Heritage Chair Styles Exhibition

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Pêches & Poivre (Almonte), Osgoode Country Creations (Osgoode), Geronimo Coffee House (Kemptville) “Pat Moore & the Vinyl Frontier” Concert The Noshery (Brockville), Foodland & Beyond the House (Russell) Sunday, September 28th, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Tickets: $25/person 50’s and 60’s Country Pop/RootsBoutique (Dalhousie St., Ottawa) Workshop andPublic Sundays at the Ottawa Farmers’ Market, Lansdowne Announcement

We regret that there will be no milling in September-October 2014, due to masonry repairs to the Watson’s Mill flume and foundation.

The Mill will remain safely open for visitation and for special events.

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Come spend the day in Historic Dickinson Square, Manotick!

5525 Dickinson St., Manotick, ON K4M 1A2

WAtsoN’s Mill MANotick iNc.

For information about upcoming events or for tickets, please call 613-692-6455 or visit WatsonsMill.com Sunday, April 14th, 2019; Like us on or follow us on !

2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Remove or Add a Person Stains, Creases, Fading, Tears, Pieces Missing Colourize Black and White Photographs Change Colour to Classic Black and White Watson’s Mill Manotick Inc. Archival/Giclée Printing Accepting Student Summer Job Applications Transparencies, Negatives, Tintypes, Daguerreotypes

Photo Collages, Custom Framing Our 2019 Season Opening is fast approaching and Watson’s Mill Manotick Inc. is currently accepting applications from students who wish to join our dynamic staff!

at the Manotick United Church, 5567 Manotick Main Street

Susan Potter

Take notice that the Annual General Meeting of Watson’s Mill Manotick Anticipated Positions: Inc. will be • Children’s Programming Assistant: $15.00/hour, 5 days/week , including some weekends.

PHOTOGRAPHIC RESTORATION held at the Manotick United Church, 5567 Manotick Main Street, Manotick, Ontario Key tasks: develop and implement the Mini‐Wheats Summer Camp; recruit and train and DIGITAL SERVICES volunteer youth leaders. on Sunday, April 15, 2018, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Over 30 years experience.

• Special Events and Marketing Assistant: $15.00/hour, 5 days/week, including some weekends and evenings. Key tasks: coordinate and implement the 2019 schedule of events.

The Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements will be available in the • Heritage Interpreters: $14.00/hour, 5 days/ week, including weekends and some evenings.

By Appointment Only – Day or Evening at Your Convenience Key tasks: provide guided tours of Watson’s Mill Mill Admin office (the Carriage Shed), 2nd floor, 5524 Dickinson Street, Manotick, Call 613.425.1301 as of Friday, March 29th.

The number of work weeks is dependent on funding results (8‐16 weeks, with potential for fall hours). suepotter@rogers.com

Target start date: Tuesday 14 May 2019.

Watson’s Mill is located at 5525 Dickinson Street, ‘Historic Dickinson Square’, Manotick www.watsonsmill.com; 613-692-6455

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For expanded job descriptions and application instructions visit 176 Flat Sedge Cres. Ottawa, ON K1T 0G9 www.watsonsmill.com/programs 5 MINUTES SOUTH OF BANK AND HUNT CLUB AT FINDLAY CREEK

The application deadline is 7 April 2019.

Watson’s Mill is a unique 1860’s flour mill located in the village of Manotick and is the only working industrial heritage site in greater Ottawa. The WMMI mandate is to preserve Watson’s Mill as a working flour and feed mill and a social, cultural and educational focal point for the community and visitors.

Watson’s Mill, 5525 Dickinson Street, Historic Dickinson Square, Manotick.

Tel.: 613‐692‐6455 • www.watsonsmill.com

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After tying 2-2 the previous week, the Silver Seven and the Gloucester Rangers met in the Hockey eastern Ontario playoffs March 4 at the Earl Armstrong Arena. The Rangers pulled out a 4-3 win. Jordan Perrier, Jackson Taylor and Braydon Lindsay had the Silver Seven goals. Caleb Bourne had a pair of assists with one each going to Perrier, Graydon Mears and Chris Neil.

On March 7, the Rangers beat the Silver Seven 6-4. Jackson Taylor, Tristan Munch, Graydon Mears and Carter Stevens each scored. Brody Dunbar had two assists with one each going to Chris Neil, Jordan Perrier, Luke Humby and Owen Devlin.

The series resumed March 19 with a 4-1 Gloucester win.

Carter Stevens scored the lone Silver Seven goal from Caleb Bourne.

The Rangers finished the series March 21 with a 7-4 win.

They scored five goals in the third period for the victory.

Chris Neil had a goal and an assist, with Caleb Bourne, Jordan Perrier and Xavier Goussis also scoring. Graydon Mears had two assists with one each going to Jackson Taylor, Brody Dunbar, Luke Humby, Carter

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The Silver Seven opened the third round of the playoffs up March 5 with a 4-2 comeback win over the Ottawa Sting.

Austin Burrell scored from Spencer Evens in the first period, but the Sting countered with a pair of goals to take a 2-1 lead. In the third, Josh Langford scored a shorthanded goal from Anderson Hapke to tie the score, and Joe Devlin scored a power play goal from Ben Neil late in the period to give the Silver Seven the lead.

Maverick Hayes added an empty net goal to cement the win. Evan Malherbe was the winning goalie.

In the second game of the series, the Sting scored three times in the third period as they came back to beat the Silver Seven 3-2.

Maverick Hayes scored a shorthanded goal from Yamato Montcalm in the first period, and Montcalm added an unassisted goal in the third period.

The series resumed March 19 at the Erskine Johnston Arena, with the Silver Seven netting three third period goals in a 5-2 win.

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Evan Malherbe was the winning goalie.

The momentum carried over to the next night for the Silver Seven, as they beat the Sting 6-4 in Ottawa. Joe Devlin scored twice, Yamato Montcalm and Kyle Cameron both had a goal and an assist, and Austin Burrill and Josh Langford each added a goal in the win. Maverick Hayes and Ben Neil both had two assists with one each going to Spencer Evans and Lucas Serjak.

Rowan Correia was the winning goalie.

The tight series continued Sunday with the teams battling to a 2-2 tie. Josh Langford scored from Ben Neil and Yamato Montcalm in the first

period, while Kyle Cameron scored from Parker Evans and William Dickson 14 seconds into the second.

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The Ottawa Valley Silver Seven dropped their Hockey Eastern Ontario playoff game to the Ottawa Sting 4-1 at the Sandy Hill Arena March 4.

Aidan Beyer’s first period, unassisted goal was the lone marker scored by the Silver Seven.

The teams met again March 6 and played to a 2-2 draw.

Dmitri Barresi and Adam Miller scored for the Silver Seven with assists going to Aidan Beyer, Mathew Thompson, Caleb Scott and Lukas Hart.

On March 19, the Silver Seven and Sting tied 4-4.

Charlie Sheppard scored a pair of goals with Caleb Scott adding a goal and assist, and Cooper Dawe adding one.

Adam Miller had two assists with Avery Schoenhofen and Elliott Bondy each collecting one.

The Sting would win 4-1 at Beckwith March 22, scoring four unanswered goals in the third period. Cooper Dawe scored for the Silver Seven with a power play goal in the first from Adam Miller and Avery Schoenhofen.

On Sunday, the Sting scored the game’s only goal late in the third period in a 1-0 win.

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The Minor Pee Wee Silver Seven faced the Gloucester Rangers in the first game of

their third round playoff series March 4, with the Rangers winning 4-2. Cullen CampbellHill scored on the power play from Owen Mackie and Boston Dolter, and William Rene de Cotret scored, also on the power play, from CampbellHill and Connell Trenholm.

Two nights later, the teams faced each other again and both Tristan Hodgson of the Rangers and Josh Wainwright of the Silver Seven earned shutouts in a 0-0 tie.

After March Break, they met again March 19 and had another low scoring tie, with this one ended 1-1. Owen Mackie scored for the Silver Seven from Carter Dolliver.

On Sunday, it was another low scoring affair as the Rangers won 2-0.

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Manotick’s Sinclair injured, team finishes seventh at World Championships

(SILKEBORG, Denmark) – Jamie Sinclair and Team USA were improving with every game and narrowing in on a playoff berth when an injury put a halt to their plans at the 2019 LGT World Women’s Curling Championship.

Sinclair, who grew up in Manotick but skips the US team because she was born in Alaska, was forced out of the lineup last Friday afternoon against Switzerland due to an injury she sustained when she fell at the conclusion of the morning game against Scotland. The team tried to rally with Sarah Anderson taking over the skipping duties but could not hold off playoffbound Switzerland in a close 5-4 loss this afternoon at Silkeborg Sportscenter.

The loss to Silvana Tirinzoni’s team eliminated the U.S. after a 6-6 round robin finish.

With the injury to Sinclair, Sarah Anderson (Minneapolis, Minn.) played skip with Vicky Persinger (Fairbanks, Alaska)

sliding in at vice skip along with Taylor Anderson (Minneapolis, Minn.), and Monica Walker (St. Paul, Minn.).

“We were really getting in a groove there and feeling good.

It’s really unfortunate that Jamie ended up getting injured.

But going into this last game, everyone was focused on trying to pick up some slack and help me with line, help Vicky get used to the ice, and try to really pull it together to win that game,” Sarah Anderson said.

Despite the seventh place finish and the injury, Sinclair had a big highlight at the championships as she led the US to a 13-6 win over Canada in a game televised on TSN. In the sixth end, Canada had a three-point lead it had established early with a first-end steal of three, was sitting first, third and fourth in the rings with Canadian skip Chelsea Carey about to throw her first stone of the end. Her rock would rub off a guard and promote a U.S. stone, which then

Jamie Sinclair’s USA Team finished seventh at the World Women’s Curling Championships last week.

The Manotick curler was injured after falling during a match against Scotland. took out a Canadian counter.

Sinclair followed up with a double-takeout to remove the other Canadian granite and suddenly the U.S. was sitting five. Carey rebounded with a wonderful hit and roll to the button behind a U.S. guard. But Sinclair made the raise takeout to put five on the scoreboard.

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That’s the message that has driven the Lépine family as they have helped many Ottawa residents upgrade their lifestyles in a Lépine luxury apartment.

Lépine is bringing its luxury apartment living concept to Barrhaven. Already in Kanata Lakes, Carleton Place and the Vanier Parkway, the Lépine Apartments building will offer first class amenities in what will be some of Ottawa’s finest buildings.

While the amenities and the finishes will make for a beautiful building, the foundation has to have a strong and reliable framework.

“The bones have to be solid,” said Francesca LépineWilson. Francesca and her brother, Francis, learned the business from their father, René, a world-class developer.

By solid bones, Francesca means that her family’s buildings feature thick concrete floors, R40 insulation in the exterior walls, thick sound insulation, and windows that are above code to ensure both energy efficiency and an increased level of soundproofing.

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There are even terraces with barbecues and guest suite hosting for visiting family.

Underground, there are spacious, climate-controlled lockers and parking for bikes, cars, and other belongings.

A number of parking stalls are prepared with outlets for charging electric cars.

Francis Lépine’s vision was to redesign the traditional apartment building bring apartment rentals to the 21st century.

“We call it a new generation of rentals,” Francesca said. “It’s rethinking rentals and making them feel more like a home. We want it to be more like something you would build yourself with more attention to detail.”

The Lépines built and eventually sold the Williams Court complex in Kanata.

They currently have four new buildings built or being built in the Ottawa area.

Les Terrasses Francesca is a high-end luxury building with 24/7 security at the door, underground parking and free guest parking. It is on the site of the former Franciscan nuns’ convent at 1425 Vanier Parkway. Units range from 825 to 1,725 square feet. The building includes a gathering place called ‘Main Street’. Residents have access to a saltwater pool, fitness centre, yoga studio and a lounge with pool table and large-screen TV. There’s also a reception room with a full caterer’s kitchen and a baby grand piano in the foyer.

Johanne’s Court opens near the downtown core in Carleton Place on July 1, the first building of its kind in the quaint and charming

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The building is a low-rise, concrete structure with underground parking and suites ranging from 926 to 1,389 square feet. Rent includes heat, air conditioning, hot water, six appliances, window coverings, locker and bicycle storage. The 2019 expansion will include amenities such as a fitness centre and party room.

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Opening in the fall, it is surrounded by green spaces with ponds and walkways. It is located at 1136 Maritime Way, and it will feature just 154 units sized between 835 and 2,187 square feet. The building will include a fitness centre and party room with a caterer’s kitchen. It’s just two blocks from the Kanata Cen-

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René gained valuable experience as a builder during the housing boom of the 1950s. He would move on to work on high-rises and condominium projects beginning in the 1960s.

In 1997, he renovated Horizon Towers at Rideau and Chapel Streets. While the project was something different from the norm for the company, the Lépines identified a new and emerging niche market that would escort them into the next generation of building.

“My father always had a knack for being ahead of the curve,” said Francesca.

With the baby boom generation aging and approaching retirement, many found themselves wanting more freedom to travel and shed the responsibilities of home ownership. However, options were limited. They were too young to live in seniors’ homes. They did not want the burden of ownership that condos presented, and apartment options were more geared toward student life.

“We came up with a more appropriate option that allows them to downsize without compromise,” Francesca explained.

René brought his children up in the industry, and created a solid foundation for a strong family business. He raised Francis and Francesca on the golden rule of property management: Put yourself in your client’s shoes; treat them as you would like to be treated.

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