Manotick Messenger November 1, 2024 by J Morris

Experience the Hearing Freedom Difference

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Last week, I was invited to speak to Civics class students at two local high schools.

The teachers reached out and asked me to talk to their classes about what it means to be a Member of Provincial Parliament, and the different ways in which a local politician and his or her constituency office serve the people in the community.

Speaking to young people about politics is something that is very important and often overlooked in what the role of a politician is.

I don’t mean politicians should talk to students to try to persuade them or influence them politically. We need to talk to students to engage them and to be interested in the political process. Many of these students are getting ready to vote for the first time in their lives. Maybe in some

households, this is seen as insignificant and unnecessary. But to others, the right to vote means everything. Some people in the community have fled oppression and have risked their lives for the right to live in a country where you can vote and have a voice. That was the situation my family was in when they escaped the tyranny of the IRGC in Iran and landed in Canada when I was just a year old.

My political journey began as a way to give back and to show my appreciation to a wonderful country that has given my family and other refugee families opportunity and a life that we could never have dreamed

of under a terrorist regime.

My message to students is bipartisan. It would be irresponsible and unethical for me or any other politician to try to influence students in any direction or impose my beliefs upon them.

It is important that teachers who have politics as part of their course material take the same approach. Teachers should not try to sway their students in a political direction. We have seen too much of this going on at schools and universities in the past few years. There are always at least two viewpoints, and if a teacher imposes his of her views on students, they can drown out the voice of the conflicting side. Students withdraw and feel uncomfortable, especially if, as an example, there is a very left-leaning teacher preaching their viewpoints to students who come from rightleaning families, or vice

versa. The student is then caught in a situation where discussions in the classroom conflict with discussions at the dinner table.

In a classroom, students will also be afraid or intimidated to express a viewpoint in a classroom not in line with their teacher. Students are encouraged to feel free about their sexuality or gender identity. They should also feel free to express their political opinions in a Civics class.

But if students can be exposed to politics in an unbiased manner, they can formulate their own opinions without being influenced by the views of others, be it their peers, their teachers, or guest speakers like I had the opportunity to be. Unbiased discussions on politics in appropriate classroom settings and learning about all viewpoints, from liberal to conservate to the extremes on

each side, will give students a greater awareness of what is happening in the world, why it is happening, and also create a political baseline for them to develop their own political belief system.

I want to offer my sincere thanks to the teachers and students at both schools for inviting me to speak to them about why it is so important to become engaged in politics.

My objective in these scenarios is not to turn young people into conservate or liberal thinkers.

My objective is to turn them into voters.

Remembrance Day

One of the things I am most proud of in Carleton is the strong turnouts that Remembrance Day services draw. People I talk to throughout the province are always surprised to learn that a village the size of Manotick attracts approximately 1500 people each year to Dickinson Square for their ceremony.

Richmond also packs the square at Perth and McBean Streets with the crowd spilling out of the park and across the street.

There are a number of Remembrance Day services in the area coming up before and on November 11th. On Sat., Nov. 9, Vernon (9 a.m.) and Kenmore (1 p.m.) will hold their Remembrance Day ceremonies, while on Sun., Nov. 10, Metcalfe (11 a.m.), Kars (11:30 a.m.) and North Gower (1 p.m.) hold their ceremonies. On Remembrance Day, Nov. 11, ceremonies will take place in Greely (10:45 a.m.), Manotick (11 a.m.), Richmond (11 a.m.), and Stittsville (2 p.m.).

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Poppy Protocol

Throughout the Remembrance Period, Poppies are worn as a symbol of respect to honour our veterans. While wearing a poppy is a personal expression and how to wear it is an individual choice, the Legion has provided us with some guidelines on poppy protocol.

- The Poppy should be worn with respect on the left side, over the heart. Also available through some Branches is the Legion’s reusable black centre Poppy pin to affix your lapel Poppy.

- The lapel Poppy should be worn during the Remembrance period, from the last Friday in October until November 11. The Legion encourages the wearing of poppies at funerals of veterans, and for any commemorative event such as a memorial service, or the anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge.

- Poppies may be worn throughout the Remembrance period, including in the even-

ing after Remembrance Day Ceremony. Some choose to remove their Poppy at the end of the day on November 11. Some choose to remove their Poppy at the conclusion of the ceremony and place their Poppy on the cenotaph or on a wreath as a sign of respect. This has become a poignant tradition each year at the National Remembrance Day Ceremony in Ottawa as thousands of Poppies are placed on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

- When a Poppy is removed, it should be stored appropriately or it may be disposed of respectfully. We encourage anyone who finds a Poppy that has fallen to the ground to pick it up and brush it off so that it can be kept or disposed of respectfully.

- While Poppies are always free, The Royal Canadian Legion gratefully accepts donations to the Poppy Fund, which directly supports Canada’s Veterans and their families in need.

Ontario Strengthening Supports to Combat Hate and Create Safer Communities

The Ontario government is addressing the rise of hate incidents and keeping communities safe across the province through the new AntiHate Security and Prevention Grant. This program was developed to help faith-based and cultural organizations implement measures to ensure their community spaces remain safe and secure.

The grant provides up to $10,000 to eligible community organizations to help them protect their spaces from hate-motivated incidents, graffiti, vandalism or other damage. Grant funding can be used for measures such as hiring security staff, surveillance cameras, security assessments, cybersecurity and building repairs.

The Anti-Hate Security Prevention Grant application portal opens on October 31, 2024, and closes on Decem-

ber 2, 2024. Previous grant recipients are encouraged to apply again for 2024-25. Organizations can review eligibility and learn more at Ontario.ca/AHSP.

Eligible organizations include:

- Religious and spiritual communities (e.g., mosques, synagogues, temples, churches, etc.)

- First Nations, Inuit, Métis, and Indigenous organizations

- Cultural groups (e.g., 2SLGBTQQIA+ groups, Black, Asian and other diverse organizations offering programs, workshops and ceremonies that promote their communities’ cultures)

A complete list can be found at Ontario.ca/AHSP

Quick Facts

• Indigenous, Black, Muslim, Jewish and 2SLGBTQQIA+ communities have been among the most targeted groups of hate crimes in recent years. There were more than 2,400 police-

reported hate crimes incidents in Ontario in 2023.

• The 2022-2024 Safer and Vital Communities Grant program will help 17 community-based, not-for-profit organizations and First Nations Chiefs and Band Councils, support projects that prevent online hate crime, human trafficking and fraud.

Inspiration for the week

“When you have a dream, you have to grab it and never let go.”

- Carol Burnett Office Notice: My office is open Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm. If you require assistance on any matter, please contact me at any time. My staff and I will be happy to assist. Even if it’s not a provincial issue, I’ll make sure to connect you with the proper office.

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Hard work, cooperation led to taking trucks off Manotick Main St.

A major breakthrough has been made in one of the most contentious issues in Manotick as the City of Ottawa has removed Manotick Main Street from Bridge Street to Century Road from the city’s truck route network.

The City of Ottawa will also be conducting a truck route review in the south end of the city to identify options to remove Bridge Street from the network.

Rideau-Jock Councillor David Brown made the announcement last week with Mayor Mark Sutcliffe. Brown credited the persistent activism of concerned residents, engagement of community groups, support of businesses, and cooperation from the Mayor.

“There is nothing more important than the safety of our residents,”

Sutcliffe said. “After many concerns have been raised by the people of Manotick, I’m pleased to see that we’re making significant progress on reducing truck traffic in the village.” said Mayor Sutcliffe. “As I promised during the last election, and in meetings with community leaders and residents, I will continue to work with Councillor Brown to find solutions that improve the safety and quality of life for Manotick residents.”

During the 2022 municipal election, Brown campaigned on making getting trucks out of village core in Manotick a priority. The Manotick Village Community Association conducted a study last year and confirmed that 800 heavy trucks per day roll through the village.

Brown called get-

ting trucks off Manotick Main Street and the study being conducted to get them off Bridge Street two victories for Manotick.

“I have been proud to be your Councillor and continue to work hard for the residents of Manotick,” Brown said.

“Although I have been in this role for less than two years, we have made many incremental gains in reducing truck traffic in the village. These two changes announced are the most significant so far, and they will help enable much more substantial changes into the long term.”

Brown began working behind the scenes on the issue after he was elected, having numerous meetings with city staff.

“If this challenge were simple to solve, one of my predecessors would

have surely solved it,” Brown said. “The fact is, there had been no progress on this file in decades. Much like a car

would be difficult to start if you left it sitting in the driveway for 20 years, so too has it been difficult to secure the willingness of

the City to move quickly on this matter.

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While Brown said the truck issue in Manotick has been a top priority since being elected, he also credited Mayor Sutcliffe and his staff for being very supportive of finding solutions.

“ I could be in the media all the time railing against the unfairness that Manotick faces with respect to the burden of heavy trucks,” Brown said. “I could be organizing rallies and protests in the community, holding public meetings, or otherwise channeling the community’s well-justified frustration into the problem. The issue with that approach though is that it has been tried and it did not succeed in bringing about change.

Working with the Mayor

and fostering a positive relationship rooted in trust, respect, and shared goals was the key to getting something down, according to Brown.

“Working collaboratively with City staff has helped move the needle internally,” Brown said. “Where City staff were initially my biggest obstacle, they are now working actively with me toward solutions. And I have been focused on achievable interim measures that get us closer and closer to our ultimate goal of the full removal of trucks from Manotick.”

Brown added that as the meetings progressed behind the scenes, it was often difficult to share information and progress on the meet-

ings with the public.

“This kind of work is often hard to share with the community,” he said. “It isn’t easy to sell the idea that while the community continues to wait, I am still fighting for them behind the scenes. The sausage government isn’t sexy. But with persistence and dedication, we can get things done.”

The removal of the trucks from Manotick Main Street will be seasonal to accommodate the freezethaw cycles that occur during the spring. Trucks will only be permitted to operate on Manotick Main Street between March 1st and May 15th annually, Signage will be added at the intersection of Bridge

and Main and Century and Main/Rideau Valley Drive prohibiting truck traffic from going north or south on Manotick Main between Bridge and Century.

“Permitting trucks on Manotick Main during about 10 weeks of the year was a compromise that had to be made to get them off of main during the other 42 weeks,” Brown said. “Once Century Road can be brought into the fullload portion of the truck route network, I believe I will be in a position to work with City staff make the restriction on Manotick Main into a year-round prohibition.”

Although the trucks will be prohibited on Manotick Main Street, there will be

occasional truck traffic and it will be very limited compared to the kinds of traffic volumes that we have observed in recent years through the village core. An example of permitted traffic would be trucks that are making local deliveries, such as to the grocery store, and to other businesses and restaurants in the Manotick Mews and on Manotick Main Street.

“The community has been patient for decades waiting for progress on this file,” said Brown. “Finally, after so many years, we are seeing some movement. While there is still much more to do, we have a winning formula. I will continue fighting until heavy trucks are finally re-

moved from the village. Brown added that trucking companies have been informed of the impending change and should be prepared to abide by the new route changes.

If residents do see trucks on Manotick Main during the times of the year when this kind of traffic is prohibited, they are encouraged to call 3-1-1 and provide as many details about the truck as possible so that City staff can investigate If the truck was there improperly and notify the trucking companies. Enforcement of the rules of the road generally falls to the police, so if there are persistent issues, the OPS can be informed via a nonemergency report.

The struggles within a great victory

It was 105 years ago that the first Armistice Day, now known as Remembrance Day, was observed.

Canada went into the Great War with an army of just 3,100 men. By the time the war ended, 67,000 Canadians were killed, and another 250,000 were injured.

Two minutes that changed Canada forever

It’s hard to believe that 10 years have gone by since a layer of our nation’s vulnerability was peeled away and exposed. It was Wed. Oct. 22, 2014. It seemed like just another day in the nation’s capital.

OPINION PAGE

The Great War brought to Canada’s forefront the struggles between French Canadians and English Canadians.

Quebec’s leaders sent a strong message that this was an English war, not Quebec’s war. English Canada would be critical of the fact that French Canada formed 28 per cent of the country’s population, but only five per cent of the military was comprised of French Canadians. As Canadians pointed fingers at Quebec for their lack of involvement in the war, Quebec’s potential soldiers were turned away by Ontario’s Regulation 17, which disallowed French language instruction. Eventually, the 22nd Battalion was created to fight with the French Army.

Our COmmunity

Messenger Editorial

Are you more Canadian than a fifth grader?

With Canada Day approaching next week, it is a good time for us all to reflect on what it means to be Canadian.

Do we take being Canadian for granted?

While it was a difficult situation for those in Quebec wanting to be soldiers, non-whites and those born in enemy countries who had migrated to Canada were not welcomed into the military.

Better yet, how do new Canadians feel about being Canadian? Some of us look upon immigrants and refugees as opportunists, not wanting to give but very willing to take. Perhaps, for some people, that is true, but when you attend a celebration for new Canadians, such as the one hosted by NepeanCarleton MP Pierre Poilievre at Mother Teresa High School in Barrhaven last month, you can see the excitement and the thankfulness in the eyes of every new Canadian.

They understand, perhaps better than all of us, what it means to be Canadian.

While Nova Scotia has a unique history with the development of its AfricanCanadian population, a group of black soldiers from Sydney were told that this was a white man’s war, and that the war was not for them. They would nonetheless form their own segregated units. One of them was the Number 2 Construction Battalion which included black soldiers from both Canada and the United States. Some African-Americans crossed the border into Canada to serve in this battalion.

So how can the rest of us have that feeling?

The Conservative government has a solid idea.

Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism and Andrew Cohen, President of the Historica-Dominion Institute, are challenging middle and high school students to take the citizenship test.

The Canadian Citizenship Challenge, funded in part by CIC and run by the Historica-Dominion Institute, will see students study Discover Canada: the Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship and then take a mock citizenship test.

Pierre Poilievre was the Nepean-Carleton MP at that time. He shared his recollection of the events with the Barrhaven Independent. He recalled how hard it was to believe that the ordeal lasted only 110 seconds.

“It seemed like a lot longer,” he said.

Poilievre was in a meeting with about 180 Conservative MPs, Senators and staff members when Michael Zehaf-Bibeau opened fire in the Hall of Honour. They heard a noise that sounded like construction blasting, or even, as Poilievre described, some tables crashing down the stairs. As more gunshots were fired, they realized that the Centre Block was under attack.

At the school’s 50th Anniversary Party, Manotick Co-operative Nursery School honoured its longest-serving teacher/volunteer with a memorial garden bench, which will be installed with a plaque in the school’s playground. Left to right, MCNS Director Sandy Erler and June Hodge celebrate June’s 29 years as a supply teacher, teacher and volunteer.

In British Columbia, 227 members of the Canadian Japanese Association volunteered, and some would be admitted into the military. In World War II, however, it was a different story for Canadians of Japanese descent, as many, despite being born and raised in Canada, would be interned in camps in the B.C. interior.

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“This will be a fun way for students to learn about Canada and feel proud of our shared history and accomplishments,” said Minister Kenney. “As we learn about our past and the people and events that made Canada what it is today, we become more proud to be Canadian. We are inspired to see how we can defend our rights and live up to our responsibilities and we feel much more strongly how valuable it is to be a citizen of Canada.”

Canada also made a deal with the Chinese Government during that war, as they secretly had thousands of Chinese labourers arrive in Victoria to form the Chinese Labour Corps. They were drilled and eventually shipped across Canada in cattle trucks.

“Our schools need to be training our young people to become the citizens of tomorrow. Citizenship is not only about new Canadians, it’s about all Canadians, young and old,” said Andrew Cohen. “The Canadian Citizenship Challenge will encourage students to learn more about what it means to be Canadian and then put that knowledge to the test.”

I’m finding myself at one of those bizarre crossroads where everything I love about sports is about to collide with a large swatch of the population working diligently to grate my nerves. It’s this whole World Cup thing. Don’t you find that people are just a little too into it?

I found myself in line in front of two nouveau soccer fan moms at Your Independent Grocer the other day.

wonder about things like how come “underneath” is a word but no one ever says “overneath” when the discussion pulled me back into soccer.

Starting this summer, the Historica-Dominion Institute will be encouraging more than 5,000 middle and high school teachers to register their classrooms for the Challenge. Each classroom will receive a set of the new citizenship guide, along with specially designed learning activities. The teacher will also receive copies of a mock citizenship exam. Students will take the citizenship exam as a class and the teachers will return the completed exams to the Dominion Institute for grading.

Aboriginal Canadians were allowed to participate in the war by 1915, with an estimated 3,500 soldiers taking part in the war.

FROM THE OTHER SIDE

Canada was a young nation going through growing pains. The world was a different place then, with racial and gender inequalities and barriers that are still being broken today.

Results will be announced by the Dominion Institute on Flag Day (February 15) each year for the next three years. For more information about the Challenge please visit the Historica-Dominion Institute website at www.historica-dominion.ca.

It’s important that we don’t let the cultural and racial climate of the times and the rifts between leaders make us lose sight of the tremendous sacrifices made by the people of Canada a century ago. Our soldiers secured victory in one of history’s greatest wars.

CIC’s multiculturalism grants and contributions program will be investing $525,171 in this 32 month project which promotes civic memory, civic pride and integration.

Canadian soldiers made the world a better place. But at home, they paved the way for a better country. from

from through the door was from an officer and not a terrorist.

The RCMP officers were verified, and they came in and took Prime Minister Harper to safety. Shortly afterward, Kevin Vickers came into the room to inform everyone that the terrorist had been killed. Meanwhile, members of the Conservative Caucus were just learning of the shooting of Nathan Cirillo. They thought there was no way the same shooter could have made it from the War Memorial to the Centre Block so quickly.

Although Vickers had shot and killed Zehaf-Bibeau, there was still speculation that another gunman may have been at large. The entire Centre Block was searched.

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I was kind of in my own little mental world in the checkout line, scanning the tabloid and magazine covers and wondering what Justin Bieber’s first major scandal would be. I was just about to reenter the world after some quality time on Planet Jeff and launch into my weekly way-to-reward-your-customers-bycharging-us-five-cents-per-bag-and-claiming-it’sto-save-the-environment rant when I unexpectedly locked in on the conversation behind me.

“Chelsea is learning so much by watching the World Cup,” said the mom wearing Crocs. “We are studying each country before the game. She has really become a fan of Arr-hayne-TEE-na, and she even wants us to go there on our vacation next year. Perhaps we can even go to Brrra-seeel.”

That caught my attention.

Arr-hayne-TEE-na?

Are you kidding me?

By Jeffrey Morris

Zehaf-Bibeau, who had shot and killed Corporal Nathan Cirillo at the National War Memorial, had bolted to the Parliament Buildings with a double barrel shotgun. He exchanged gunfire with guards upon entering the Centre Block. He ran through the Centre Block, and right past the Conservative Caucus Room, which was on his left, and the NDP Caucus Room, which was on his right. He was headed for the Parliamentary Library when he hid behind a pillar beside an alcove. House of Commons Sergeant-at-Arms Kevin Vickers grabbed his semi-automatic weapon. He was only feet away from Zehaf-Bibeau and could see his rifle as he hid on the other side of the pillar. In one motion, Vickers dove to the floor and emptied his magazine into the terrorist.

The other mom – the one with the Birkenstocks – piped in.

For the rest of the day, until 7:45 p.m. that night, those in lock down were left alone. Had the gunman decided to turn left or right into one of the Caucus rooms, he would have been able to get directly at a number of elected officials.

The next morning, Poilievre was one of the many people who went to the War Memo rial to pay respects. Poilievre was one of the MPs who pushed for the placement of the Honour Guard at the War Memorial following the vandalism of the monument several years ago.

Later in the House of Commons, Vickers and his staff were recognized for their heroic efforts.

“We all united to thank the security team who basically saved our lives,” said Poilievre. A spontaneous singing of O Canada followed in what Poilievre said was a great show of solidarity.

At the time, there was no indication that the ordeal was over. Many thought it was just beginning.

“I wish some of the stores would carry the vuvuzela horns so that we could bring them to Chelsea’s games,” said the mom who was wearing Crocs.

“Oh, I know,” said the one wearing Birkenstocks. “Zachary has a tournament next weekend and it would have been so in the spirit of the World Cup to have all of us blowing our vuvuzela horns. They lost two-nil and then three-nil. They need all of the support they can get.” Nil? Who says nil? Really.

“Oh, I know,” said the mom wearing Crocs. “The horns are such a beautiful part of the South African culture.”

I wanted to jump in and say something, but I refrained. I couldn’t do it.

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If you are unfamiliar with the vuvuzela horn, then you have not tuned into CBC over the past two weeks. If you stumble across a World Cup soccer game on CBC, you will hear what sounds like 50,000 bees swarming the field. They are not bees. They are people blowing on cheap, plastic, gimmicky horns. The funny thing about these horns is that they have become what has defined the 2010 World Cup. People who have been following the World Cup and people who have only seen 20 minutes of it in passing have commented on these annoying yet relentless horns. Ironically, while the world has learned to adapt these horns as the one thing they now know about South African culture, the horns aren’t really a part of their everyday lives. South African sports enthusiasts have commented that they had never seen nor heard a vuvuzela horn at a sporting event, and that the South African people find the noise just as annoying as the rest of the world does. Apparently, some now wealthy marketing genius came up with the idea to mass produce and market these horns as a World Cup novelty. The plan worked, and now the rest of the world must endure the shrilling sounds of his quick buck.

“They are a wonderful football nation,” she said. “My husband, of course, wears the azure and cheers for Italia, but Zachary’s favourite team has been MAY-heee-co. They did a school project on MAY-heee-co last year and he has even insisted that we go to out to eat and watch the games when they are playing.”

I bit my tongue.

Those in the Conservative Caucus Room had left out the back entrance when they realized they were hearing gunshots and not construction blasts. They were turned back into the room for safety reasons. The room, about the size of a high school gymnasium, offered little to hide behind. Chairs were stacked up against the door to create a barricade. Poilievre and a few others grabbed wooden flagpoles that had a sharp, metal, maple leaf at the end of the pole. They stood guard with their makeshift weapons pointed at the door.

In an effort to keep my blood pressure down, I looked out the big window at the big parking lot and scoped it out, looking for a puppy or a bird or anything that would pry my mind out of the shackles that these two soccer moms had put me in with their conversation.

A busload of seniors from a nearby retirement home had pulled up and passengers were getting off. I was trying to, in my head, name all of their walkers as an escape.

Unfortunately, they pulled me back in.

“My cousin lives in Australia, and he was devastated when Germany beat them 4-nil,” said the mom wearing Crocs.

At this point, I couldn’t take it anymore. Mount Patience erupted and out came sarcasm lava.

“I saw that match,” I said. “I can’t believe AusTRY-lier looked so insipid against Deutschland.”

The mom with the crocs was not impressed.

The mom with Birkenstock’s wasn’t either, but she did acknowledge me with a response.

“Who is your team?” she quipped, condescendingly.

I did the only thing I could do, shouting as loud as I could.

“USA! USA! USA!” They turned their heads in disgust. The next 45 seconds were incredibly silent and awkward.

At that point, it was my turn. The cashier scanned my Diet Coke and V-8 Fusion, and I was all set.

“Would you like plastic bags?”

“Yes please,” I replied.

I had never been so happy to pay five cents for a plastic bag just to get the hell out there.

Poilievre and the others in the room heard the multiple gunshots but were unaware that most of the shots were coming from the levels of police and guards inside the building. They had thought that a team of terrorists had invaded the building, and that there would be multiple shooters to deal with. “We thought it was a commando unit,” Poilievre said. At one point, an RCMP officer told them from the other side of the barricaded door that the gunman was killed. They did not immediately believe that the voice coming to them

I was just about to drift back into ADD world and

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“Every square inch of Canada is represented in the House,” said Poilievre. “Those were the voices representing the entire country.”

The next night, Prime Minister Harper and members of the Canadian Armed Forces received a standing ovation when introduced at the Ottawa RedBlacks-Montreal Alouettes football game. A Canadian flag was unfurled which covered most of the football field.

Three weeks prior to the attack, Poilievre had delivered a speech which documented terrorist threats and activities in Canada over the past 10 years.

“ ISIL has a very active campaign to recruit and Canada is a target,” said Poilievre. “They pose a very serious threat. It’s why we had to join our allies in this fight.”

You may like, love, dislike or loathe Pierre Poilievre. But think about that incident 10 years ago. Pierre Poilievre grabbed a makeshift weapon and was willing to take on a gunman to protect his colleagues, the institution of Canadian Parliament, and his country.

Can you name another elected leader at any level, regardless of party, who would do the same?

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Children have more to fear from teachers, relatives, coaches than drag artists

The Editor, I’ll cut to the chase here, I’m disappointed and alarmed that you printed such an inflammatory letter in your last issue. The crude attempt by the writer to imply that Drag Artists perform for children for nefarious reasons is garbage, dangerous and showed the ignorant bias of the

The Editor, I thought I would take some time to respond to Theo Vanderburg’s letter to the editor regarding my letter asking the question; why we would have a drag show at the family friendly Taste of Manotick event in the name of inclusivity rather than just have a member of the LGBTQ+ community performing magic tricks or comedy or some other talent rather than provocatively shimmying in a undersized short dress and pretending that performing as a drag queen isn’t a form of sexual expression.

Mr. Vanderburg’s two justifications for dressing and performing provocatively in front of young children are that dancing is like “exercise and it’s healthy”, and that it’s no more sexual

writer. At this point I’ll suggest those of delicate disposition and narrow mind put down their beverages and finish what is in their mouths to avoid choking. Let’s look at the facts, children have more to fear from a teacher, a relative, a sports coach, a club leader or a member of the clergy then they

or provocative in nature than other “popular” music videos. At the risk of stating the obvious, those aren’t appropriate for young children either, but that point seems to be lost on Mr. Vanderburgh.

Mr. Vanderburgh goes on to say that people that find provocative dancing performances that seem sexual in nature inappropriate for children have a “narrow view of the world” (although most others would say it is a form of grooming) I suppose the multiple members of the business community here in Manotick as well as members of the public that reached out to me, or stopped me in the coffee shop, or at the hardware store to show gratitude for speaking out must all have a narrow view of the world as well. The

do from a Drag Artist. Cue gasps and curses (and undoubtedly being called out next issue) but I’ll stand by that fact and welcome anyone to prove otherwise.

That now said I’ll respond to a barb from another submission. The above is criticism, not denigration, I have never besmirched the Messen-

worst part of this is that nearly all have asked to be kept anonymous due to fear of job or business loss which is another issue in of itself. I’m not sure what is more sad, that they have to fear being ostracized for common sense, or that folks like Theo actually think they have a more enlightened and broad view of the world because they adopted this aspect of woke nonsense (Drag performances for children).

Finally, he goes on to strengthen my original point of hosting this show in a tent or age appropriate setting by stating that if you don’t want to see such a show then don’t go; Yes Theo I agree, which is why this should’ve been done in an appropriate setting rather than somewhere where families have no

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ger, far from it. You, Mr Editor, and your team do a grand job and I enjoy your biweekly output. Perhaps that reader should dust off a dictionary or Google the difference. While they’re online they might also benefit from researching Saint Tommy as a scary amount of local folks, including GG it would

choice but to leave the entire taste of Manotick main strip to avoid their young children seeing these cross dressed men shimmying and prancing around in a undersized dress lip-synching music. Theo mentions that the right to choose is the best part of our society, and this is why a choice should have been given. The main strip on Main Street doesn’t pro-

seem, think he is the patron saint of free speech and a bastion worth consulting. With multiple convictions and prison sentences for a variety of offences from assaulting an off-duty police officer, stalking, fraud, drug possession, use of a false passport to inciting violence on a schoolboy I must simply SMH that anyone would even give this scroat the time of day but each to their own.

vide families with much of a choice.

This isn’t about that fact that, as Theo stated, “dancing activates the brain and motor skills and is healthy.” Obviously no one has a problem with singing and dancing, and most decent people don’t have a problem with transpersons or drag shows (in appropriate venues), this is about what’s ap-

On more refreshing matters a hearty well done to Talaal Baroudi and his efforts in getting the Manotick Mariners going. Great initiative, loads of fun. Thank you. Yours aye Bobby Strawbridge

propriate for young children.

The reality that someone’s overt sexual expression is not an appropriate form of entertainment for children should not be up for debate. Let the children be children.

Nick Morabito

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(20), Canterbury (vocals), Carleton University. Ivy (22), St. Mark, Algonquin College.

is what makes me enjoy those classes the most.”

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

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

By Leeanne Van der Burgt Manotick ViLLage coMMunity association

In recent weeks Manotick received positive, encouraging news.

On October 21, Councillor Brown, with the support of Mayor Sutcliffe, announced that Manotick Main Street from Century Road to Bridge Street is removed from the truck route for most of the year. We will still see some trucks on Manotick Main Street. Trucks will be allowed on that route seasonally between March 1 and May 15 each year and there are permissions for local companies to use the route. This will decrease large truck volumes in the village core which will make it safer for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. It will be welcome relief for local businesses. Shopping and outdoor dining in the core will be a more enjoyable experience for their customers.

The second part of that announcement is that in early 2025, the City will be conducting a truck route review which will identify options for taking Bridge Street off of the truck route. This is news we have been advocating for.

Every year, MVCA presents a submission to the Councillor requesting solutions to reduce the truck traffic on Bridge Street. In 2021 the response we received from City staff included: “Unfortunately, the City is unable to remove this link from the truck route network without first undertaking a comprehensive study to determine the impacts on the greater network.” Requests for that truck study have since

been a part of our annual submissions. This is why MVCA regards Councillor Brown’s announcement as positive. The truck route review is the necessary next step to identify ways to remove the truck route designation on Bridge Street.

I would like to acknowledge and thank the current and past Board members of MVCA who have worked diligently on this over the years. We know that there is more work to be done and MVCA will continue to work collaboratively with the Councillor on this. We thank Councillor Brown and Mayor Sutcliffe for the work they have done on this issue.

There is more good news.

Earlier this month, Councillor Darouze brought a motion to City Council regarding the traffic signals at River Road, Mitch Owens and Bridge Street. The motion passed and the result will be advanced left turn signals, in all directions, at this intersection. This change will help motorists navigate that intersection better, making it safer. Thank you Councillor Darouze.

Reminder of the Rural Summit –Saturday, November 2

The Rural Summit is Saturday, November 2 at Sir Robert Borden High School from 9:00 AM –1:15 PM. There are details online through Engage Ottawa. That is also where you will find the link to RSVP if you plan to attend. https://engage.ottawa.ca/ rural-summit-2024

More information about local events and updates on issues in the community are available to MVCA

subcultures. My favourite place is Norway, because there is such beautiful places all over the country and amazing hiking. The next location I wish to travel to is Iceland, because it’s a very open country, with very kind citizens, and lots to see.”

high school I hope to go to university somewhere near the east coast; hopefully in kinesiology. My top choice schools are University of New Brunswick in St. John, and Dalhousie in Halifax. After that, I hope to pursue a career in either athletic therapy, or education.”

Positive steps forward on Manotick truck traffic concerns

Being OTHS Student Council President a rewarding

Name: Melita Wyche

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

Age: 17

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

School: Osgoode Township High

Parents: Heather and Dennis Wyche

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

Members through our newsletter. Details about Membership are available on our website at manotickvca.org

FOCUS ON YOUTH

by Phill Potter

Nov. 2 – Manotick Women’s Day

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

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

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

The Manotick BIA hosts its annual Women’s Day in downtown Manotick. Shop the fabulous in-store specials and promotions. Enjoy delicious food and drink. Feast your eyes on Inspirations Art Show and Sale. Partake in workshops and activities for all ages. Visit manotickvillage.com/womensday for more information.

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

Nov. 9 – Senior A Hockey

Announcement

• 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.

Nov. 2 – Ottawa Rural Summit

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

Ottawa Rural Summit 2024 will take place Saturday, November 2, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at Sir Robert Borden High School, 131 Greenbank Rd, Nepean, ON K2H 8R1.

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

Nov. 2-3 – Inspirations Art Show

The Manotick Art Association presents their annual Inspirations Art Show, Sat., Nov. 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sun., Nov. 3 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Manotick United Church, Downstairs Hall, 5567 Manotick Main Street, Manotick

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

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Sun., Nov. 3, 1:20 p.m., Glengarry Glens at Richmond Royals at the Richmond Memorial Community Centre.

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Nov. 5 - Paint Night Fun-draiser with the Richmond Legacy Community Association

Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 7- 9 p.m., Danbys Roadhouse6127 Perth Street, Richmond. Come join artist Karen Xarchos for a paint night Tuesday, November 5th at Danby’s! Join early for Danby’s Special 2 for 1. Reservations are encouraged! For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://www.richmondlegacy.ca/upcoming-events

Nov, 5 – Bid Euchre

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

“Both inside and outside of school, I enjoy participating in several different sports. These include soccer, futsal, volleyball, coed volleyball, and touch football. I also enjoy traveling and learning about different locations and cultures. I’ve travelled to many places and I find it very interesting how every culture has unique traditions and subcultures. My favourite place is Norway, because there is such beautiful places all over the country and amazing hiking. The next location I wish to travel to is Iceland, because it’s a very open country, with very kind citizens, and lots to see.”

Nov. 10 – Junior B Hockey

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

Sat., Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m., Manotick Arena. Eastern Ontario Super Hockey League. Paugen Falls Rapids at Manotick Mariners.

Sun., Nov. 10 p.m., Perth Blue Wings at Richmond Royals at the Richmond Memorial Community Centre.

Nov. 12 – Euchre

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, most community events have been postposed or cancelled. For updates in the community, please visit the Manotick Messenger Facebook page and the RichmondHub.ca website.

Tuesday, November 12, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Marlborough Community Centre, 3048 Pierce Road, North Gower

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

Nov. 16 – Holiday Market

Saturday, November 16. Kars on the Rideau Public School Holiday Maker Market, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Kars on the Rideau Public School, 6680 Dorack Drive, Kars.

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Career Goals: “After high school I hope to go to university somewhere near the east coast; hopefully in kinesiology. My top choice schools are University of New Brunswick in St. John, and Dalhousie in Halifax. After that, I hope to pursue a career in either athletic therapy, or education.”

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Saturday, November 16, 2024, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Ritchie Feed & Seed Christmas Bazaar 5901 Ottawa Street, Richmond. Features more than 120 vendors. Ritchie Feed & Seed will be collecting non-perishable food items or monetary donations for the Richmond Food Bank.

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BID Euchre will take place Tuesday, Nobember 5, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Marlborough Community Centre, 3048 Pierce Road. Registration starts at 6:30pm and playing starts at 7:00pm.

Nov. 5 – Protecting Your PC

Tues., Nov. 5, 6-8 p.m. Manotick Branch of the Ottawa Public Library will host a presentation on protectiong your PC. On average, it can take less than 15 minutes after connecting to the internet for an unprotected computer to be compromised. Don’t let this happen to you! Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users’ Group (OPCUG) will show you the simple steps you need to take to keep your PC from being hacked. And best of all, it can be done for free. Register at biblioottawalibrary.ca.

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“I got involved in Student Council because I saw it as an opportunity to make a difference in my school, and to get a different perspective on all aspects of the school. I was a cheerleader for 10 years, but I could no longer continue due to concussions, so I turned to coaching. It has given me an opportunity to continue in the sport, even though I can no longer participate in it.”

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Nov. 16 – Christmas Bazaar and Café

Saturday, November 16 The St. Andrew’s Tartan Bazaar and Christmas Café, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Kars RA Hall, 1604 Old Wellington Street, Kars.

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Nov. 16 – Richmond Family fun Night

Saturday, November 16, St Philip Ladies Auxiliary Family Fun Night, 6-8 p.m. Father Michael Gillissie Parish Hall. Lasagna and Bingo (hot dogs can be substituted for lasagna). $15 per person, $35 max. per family. For tickets email stphilipsladiesaux@gmail.com by Nov.

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Mayor, city staff, community advocates all helped with truck problems

By DaviD Brown, riDeau-Jock councillor

By now, many in the community will have heard the good news: through

we had seen in the previous twenty years.

The most recent announcement of Manotick

Main being removed from the truck route network for

the first of its kind since amalgamation. It will help identify new routes for and infrastructure for trucks so that we can remove Bridge Street from the truck route

Put simply, we have created the conditions necessary to bring this matter to a full resolution.

I have made it a top priority to reduce truck traffic

ment that I will keep fighting to remove heavy truck through traffic once and for all.

Once again, I am grateful to the community leaders and advocates who have dedicated so much time and energy to this and to the Mayor for his steadfast commitment to finding solutions for the community. I look forward to building on this progress in the

out a formal truck route review, and that such a review was impossible without a bridge being constructed with Quebec.

lage core, and to focusing staff resources on the need for solutions, we have seen more progress (albeit slow and incremental progress) in the last two years than

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We welcome all, who with God’s help, work to build a better world. Rev. Paul Whynacht Sunday Worship at 10 am Office hours are: Wed 9a.m.-4:30p.m. Thurs-Fri 1p.m.-4:30p.m. admin@manotickunitedchurch.com www.manotickunited.com

Sunday Services

Holy Eucharist at 8:15 & 10 a.m.

“A Christian community joyfully serving & growing in God’s love” (Elevator Access Provided)

Church Office 613-692-2082 Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9a.m.-2p.m.

The Reverend John Holgate e-mail office@stjames-manotick.ca Web site: www.stjames-manotick.ca

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5332 Long Island Road, Manotick

Pastor: Rev. John oRban

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Saturday 4:30p.m., Sunday 9a.m. 11a.m Weekdays Wed., Thu. 9a.m., Fri. 9:30a.m.

Office: 692-4254 www.stleonardparish.ca

Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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ROSSS’ home maintenance program empowers local seniors to age at home

By Kelly Dumas RuRal Ottawa sOuth suppORt seRvices

For many seniors, the desire to age at home is strong, but maintaining a home can become increasingly challenging with age. Tasks that were once simple, such as yard work, or making minor repairs, can become difficult and even dangerous. This is where ROSSS’ Home Maintenance Program can assist, offering crucial support to seniors who want to remain safely and comfortably in their own homes.

As people age, physical limitations make home upkeep tasks more difficult, which can pose serious safety risks. Activities like shoveling snow, climbing ladders, or repairing household items can lead to falls

or other injuries. Home maintenance services are not just a convenience but a key factor in preventing accidents that could otherwise force seniors into assisted living or care facilities prematurely. By providing reliable help, ROSSS ensures that seniors can maintain a safe living environment without risking their health or safety.

In addition to improving safety, home maintenance support empowers seniors to maintain their independence. Many individuals wish to age in place, surrounded by the familiarity of their own home

and community. ROSSS’ Home Maintenance Program makes this possible by alleviating the burden of daily upkeep, allowing seniors to focus on enjoying their lives without worrying about chores they can no longer manage on their own.

ROSSS’ Home Maintenance Program is specifically designed to address the needs of the senior community in rural Ottawa South. Whether it’s replacing a light bulb, or tackling larger projects like painting, garden clean up, putting away patio furniture for the winter, snow removal, or storage cleanouts, the program provides dependable assistance. Our friendly, fully-screened, handy workers are skilled in various tasks, ensuring that seniors can enjoy their

homes with peace of mind. At just $32.00 per hour, with a two-hour minimum, the service remains affordable, providing valuable, cost-effective, support. Seniors also have the flexibility to extend the service in 30-minute increments for $16.00, making it adaptable to their specific needs. For more information or to schedule service, contact Cindy Powell, Client Liaison, at 613-692-4697 Ext. 240 or by email at cindy.powell@rosss.ca.

With ROSSS’ Home Maintenance Program, seniors can continue to age safely and independently in their homes.

Cliff, who is a home maintenance professional with ROSSS, is a Manotick resident of over 30 years and thrilled to be able to give back to his community.

Heritage Pantry Series: Popcorn balls a savoury treat for young & old

By CJ Rooney

Popcorn was an item that could be used to produce an inexpensive snack. It could be grown locally on the farm, or could easily be purchased in bulk at the general store.

Long before the days of individually packaged candy bars, potato chips and the various other sweets and treats children (and adults alike) have come to enjoy, most treats

at Hallowe’en time were homemade. A simple favourite was popcorn balls. For this treat, take 2 cups of popcorn kernels, and 2T of cooking oil. Heat oil in a saucepan, and add corn. Cover pan with a lid and shake keeping over

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heat, until all kernels have popped. Place popcorn into a large heat-safe bowl. In same saucepan, combine 2C corn syrup, 2T water, 1C sugar (white or brown, to suit your preference), 1t salt and 3T butter. Stir continuously until a thick syrup has developed, and has reached “hard-crack” stage. (To test hardness, take a small amount of syrup on a teaspoon, and drizzle into a glass of cold water. Syrup should turn

hard and brittle instantly). If desired, finely chopped walnuts, pecans or peanuts can be added to the syrup mixture just before it is removed from heat. Ensure everything is well mixed into syrup. Pour hot syrup over popcorn and stir well before syrup cools. Cover your hands in softened butter, and form 3”-4” balls. Wrap balls in wax paper or plastic wrap. Give it a try, and enjoy a heritage-inspired treat this

Hallowe’en!

If you went trick’or’treating years past in Rideau, chances are you’d see children running around with pillowcases full of apples, homemade candy...and just maybe, a popcorn ball or two! At least, that’s what you’d see if you took a glance in Rideau’s Rearview.

UPCOMING HERITAGE EVENTS: -Nov 20th 2024 – RTHS

Speaker Phil Gurski – Fenian Raids (location TBA) (SUBMISSIONS WELCOME: If you have anything you’d like to see covered in this column, or have information you think may be of interest, call 692-4036.)

CORRECTION-- Last week’s article in “Rearview” was a special feature by RTHS author Karen L. Craig. Many thanks to Karen for the excellent article!

Treatment of Ghamari proves era of freedom of speech over in Ontario

The Editor, I can’t believe how reader Bobby Strawbridge continues to make such accusatory comments about Carleton MPP Goldie Ghamari! Last week he informed us that, “The fundamental issue is our elected Provincial official courted guidance from a goon at large and then feigned ignorance or attempted defending that engagement with subterfuge.” That’s

quite a statement! So he knows for a fact that Ghamari was actually “courting guidance” from Tommy Robinson and not only that, she was just pretending she didn’t know anything about him prior to their ten-minute phone conversation? On top of that, he states that Ghamari is clearly guilty of “subterfuge?” At least we know that omniscience is not restricted to the Almighty!

Clearly, Mr. Strawbridge bears a certain animus towards Tommy Robinson. In his letters to this newspaper, he has referred to Robinson as a “goon,” a “toxic lout”, a “hooligan”, an “acknowledged fascist and a racist.” If that is the case, why then was an army of Federal Government lawyers unable to convince a judge that Robinson was guilty of anything? If I recall, Robinson was told by the feds

that he was free to continue his speaking tour. I believe it’s because we still have freedom of speech in this country—at least at the federal level—which means the freedom to say things others may find objectionable, while they in turn have the freedom to voice their objections. It’s an environment where everyone is treated like an adult and allowed to make up their own minds. Sadly, the era of having

that kind of freedom has come to a close in Doug Ford’s Ontario. Mr. Ford subscribes to the arrogant notion that while he himself has a big brain and could never be led astray, the vast majority of Ontarians are soft-headed and could fall victim to non-government sanctioned ideas, if they are allowed to proliferate. That’s why our elected representatives have to be very careful who they talk to,

because if they should happen to speak to anyone not approved by Doug Ford— they’ll find themselves removed from caucus, just like Goldie Ghamari. What’s deeply troubling is that is precisely the kind of freedom of speech that existed in the Soviet Union under Joseph Stalin. Absolute freedom to say anything you want, provided it’s approved by the government.

Andy Braid

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Remembrance Ceremonies

On Sunday November 6, 2022, at 11:30 am there will be a ceremony at Kars Cenotaph, 6692 Rideau Valley Drive. Later that same day (November 6) there will be a ceremony at the North Gower Cenotaph,

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On Sunday November 6, 2022, at 11:30 am there will be a ceremony at Kars Cenotaph, 6692 Rideau Valley Drive. Later that same day (November 6) there will be a ceremony at the North Gower Cenotaph, at 2351 Perkins Drive at 1:00 pm.

November 11, 2022, parade line up at 10:10 with departure at 10:30 from the Manotick Legion, 5550 Ann Street to the Cenotaph 1125 Clapp Lane (by Remembrance Park). Ceremony will begin at 11:00 followed by a reception at the Manotick Legion. Trailer will be provided for those who would like a ride. Please call 613-692-3243 or email rclbranch314@gmail.com.

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On Sunday November 10, 2024, at 11:30 am there will be a ceremony at Kars Cenotaph, 6692 Rideau Valley Drive. Later that same day (November 10) there will be a ceremony at the North Gower Cenotaph, at 2351 Perkins Drive at 1:00 pm.

ROSSS Veteran’s Meals on Wheels Transportation etc. $4,500, Army Cadets $5,000, Charitable Foundation $2,000, Homeless Vet’s Program $4,000, Literary Contest $2,800, Rideau Pearly Veteran’s Program $4,500, Service Dogs for Veterans $3,000, Snow Sports for Veterans $1,500. Allies Vets for $5,000.00. For a Total of $27,800 which is up from last year’s total of $21,300.

Monday November 11, 2024, parade line up at 10:15 with departure at 10:30 from the Manotick Legion, 5550 Ann Street to the Cenotaph 1125 Clapp Lane (by Remembrance Park). Ceremony will begin at 11:00 followed by a reception at the Manotick Legion. Trailer will be provided for those who would like a ride. Please call 613-692-3243 or email rclbranch314@gmail.com.

$5,000, Charitable Foundation $2,000, Homeless Vet’s Program $4,000, Literary Contest $2,800, Rideau Pearly Veteran’s Program $4,500, Service Dogs for Veterans $3,000, Snow Sports for Veterans $1,500. Allies Vets for $5,000.00. For a Total of $27,800 which is up from last year’s total of $21,300.

The 2024-2025 Poppy Campaign, conducted by our Royal Canadian Legion Branch 314 Manotick, total yet to be determined. Branch 314, including all our poppy campaign volunteers, wish to express our extreme gratitude and thanks to our communities of Manotick and Riverside South for their continued generous support during this campaign, and hope this level of support will continue into our 2024-2025 Poppy Campaign.

Donations/Scholarships from these revenues were as follows: ROSSS Veteran’s Meals on Wheels Transportation etc., Army Cadets, Charitable Foundation, Homeless Vet’s Program, Literary Contest, Rideau Perley Veteran’s Program, Service Dogs for Veterans, Snow Sports for Veterans. Allies Vets.

For a donation, wreaths are available at the Manotick Legion Office

Four important words on Nov. 11: We Will Remember Them

By Larry ELLis

Remembrance Day moves me every time, not just at the 11th hour on the 11 and the two-minute silence but the whole day. But this year, I am disturbed by current trends, in Canada, and certainly among our southern neighbours, that represent a level of intolerance, injustice, hatred and racism that are unCanadian.

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My father worked in a munitions factory in Montreal during the First World War as his health would not allow him to join the armed forces. My brother was in the Royal Canadian Air Force for thirty-five years; my brotherin-law was also in the RCAF for about the same time; my aunt was in the Canadian Women’s Army Corps for

four years; I was in the Army Cadets in Maxville during the last year of the war. My point is my family connections of those that served is little different from many families. They did their duty, they did it well - in the interest of freedom. Freedom for the people of this country- all the people of this countryand beyond. It wasn’t heroic, it wasn’t romantic, it was hell on earth. This is the month we remember- the good, the bad, and the ugly of war.

The greatest command-

For a donation, wreaths are available at the Manotick Legion Office.

extreme gratitude and thanks to our communities of Manotick and Riverside South for their continued generous support during this campaign, and hope this level of support will continue into our 2022-2023 Poppy Campaign.

ment was to love one’s neighbour. This Golden Rule, or a version of it, is shared by all the world’s religions. No other way is good enough.

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ceremony; it’s important that you do; encourage the young people to attend and take the younger children; they need to understand the significance of November 11th

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Donations/Scholarships from these revenues were as follows: ROSSS Veteran’s Meals on Wheels Transportation etc. $4,500, Army Cadets $5,000, Charitable Foundation $2,000, Homeless Vet’s Program $4,000, Literary Contest $2,800, Rideau Pearly Veteran’s Program $4,500, Service Dogs for Veterans $3,000, Snow Sports for Veterans $1,500. Allies Vets for $5,000.00. For a Total of $27,800 which is up from last year’s total of $21,300.

silence at 11:00 a.m. on November 11 to honour those who served and died in times of war, military conflict, and peace WE WILL REMEMBER THEM.

A large crowd gathered for last year’s Remembrance Day Service in Manotick.

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Local veteran keeps importance of Remembrance Day alive

Some people decorate their yards for Halloween. Others have elaborate Christmas decorations.

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Local veteran Terry Hunter does something completely different.

“Each year, I put up a Remembrance Day dis-

play,” said H unter, who served in the Canadian Armed Forces for more than 47 years. “People put up fantastic decorations for Halloween and Christmas, but I have never seen anyone do something for Remem-

brance Day. So I decided I would start my own tradition.”

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The display includes wooden silhouettes from The Great War, which was the original name for World War I. The dis-

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play includes silhouettes of soldiers, animals and nursing sisters, as well as a display of poppies made from recycled twolitre soft drink bottles.

“I have a Birch Tree shaped like a V, so I call it

my Victory Tree,” Hunter said. “It is a perfect for the poppies. I used the

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pop bottles and chicken wire to create it.”

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Hunter began creating his Remembrance Day display in 2022. He moved from Barrhaven to his home on River Road north of Manotick in 2020, and then had the idea for Remembrance Day display. The feedback he has received has been very positive.

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For a donation, wreaths are available at the Manotick Legion Office

play on his front yard, Hunter has also been visiting schools for the past 30 years to talk to classes about Remembrance Day. He is part of the Memory Project, and teachers from area schools contact him through the program.

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For a donation, wreaths are available at the Manotick Legion Office.

“All of the feedback I have received has been positive,” he said. “Some of my neighbours have told me they like it. I have also had people driving by who have backed into the driveway and come to the door to thank me for putting up the display. Some of them say that the display reminds them of family members who have served. I’m glad it makes them feel special or creates memories.”

In addition to the dis-

The 2021-2022 Poppy Campaign, conducted by our Royal Canadian Legion Branch 314 Manotick, yielded a total of $27,800 in revenues from all sources. Branch 314, including all our poppy campaign volunteers, wish to express our extreme gratitude and thanks to our communities of Manotick and Riverside South for their continued generous support during this campaign, and hope this level of support will continue into our 2022-2023 Poppy Campaign. Donations/Scholarships from these revenues were as follows: ROSSS Veteran’s Meals on Wheels Transportation etc. $4,500, Army Cadets $5,000, Charitable Foundation $2,000, Homeless Vet’s Program $4,000, Literary Contest $2,800, Rideau Pearly Veteran’s Program $4,500, Service Dogs for Veterans $3,000, Snow Sports for Veterans $1,500. Allies Vets for $5,000.00. For a Total of $27,800 which is up from last year’s

“It’s important to keep our history alive, especially among young people,” Hunter said. “Visiting schools is an important way to do it. Most of the “I also make small Memorial Poppy Crosses each year which I give to students when I do my presentations during October and November at their schools wearing a period First World War uniform.”

Donations/Scholarships from these revenues were as follows:

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On November 11th we honour Remembrance Day in Canada. The Kiwanis Club of Manotick strongly supports our veterans. Our members respect and admire their dedication to their country and give our thanks for their sacrifices. However, there is also a need to actively help our veterans. We do that by supporting the organization that knows their needs best, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 314 Manotick.

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Day Parade. On the Dickinson Day Weekend there is a BBQ at the Legion Building and members staff a booth at the ceno-

Last year, our Key Clubs initiated a blanket drive for the homeless. The Legion volunteered to be a collection site. This proved to be a very convenient location for the village, and they were soon at capacity with winter clothing items and blankets.

For a donation, wreaths are available at the Manotick Legion Office

Our support goes back many years. We contributed to the new building fund after the original Legion building was destroyed by fire. For over 25 years we have continuously supported their home by renting Harmony Hall for our Kiwanis Manotick monthly meetings and our Charter Night celebration.

It has been a very mutual relationship. The Legion is also active in the community and supports us. They have participated in some of our projects. They regularly participate in the Kiwanis “Parade of Lights” and the Dickinson

The 2021-2022 Poppy Campaign, conducted by our Royal Canadian Legion Branch 314 Manotick, yielded a total of $27,800 in revenues from all sources. Branch 314, including all our poppy campaign volunteers, wish to express our extreme gratitude and thanks to our communities of Manotick and Riverside South for their continued generous support during this campaign, and hope this level of support will continue into our 2022-2023 Poppy Campaig Donations/Scholarships from these revenues were as follows: ROSSS Veteran’s Meals on Wheels Transportation etc. $4,500, Army Cadets $5,000, Charitable Foundation $2,000, Homeless Vet’s Program $4,000, Literary Contest $2,800, Rideau Pearly Veteran’s Program $4,500, Service Dogs for Veterans $3,000, Snow Sports for Veterans $1,500. Allies Vets for $5,000.00. For a Total of $27,800 which is up from last year’s total of $21,300.

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To show their appreciation and to show support for our veterans, they are crocheting a poppy blan-

This summer we donated money to the Granny Squares for Warmth Committee in Barrhaven to provide wool and materials for their volunteer work.

ket for a local veteran. The Manotick Legion will choose the recipient.

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Most recently, Kiwanis Manotick purchased and donated 15 meeting tables to the Legion to replace those damaged during years of normal wear and tear.

This year we will once again participate in Re-

membrance Day Ceremonies at the Remembrance Park and Cenotaph in Manotick. We place a wreath at the Cenotaph Monument. Many of our Kiwanis members will be in the audience for the ceremony. Several of our

members are also Legionnaires and will be participating in the procession.

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Legion Branch 314 Manotick has a long history of providing services not only to veterans and members but also to the people of the community. Please show them your support. Join us on November 11th at the Cenotaph for Remembrance Day Ceremonies.

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Donations/Scholarships from these revenues were as follows: ROSSS Veteran’s Meals on Wheels Transportation etc. $4,500, Army Cadets

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“In Flanders Fields” was first published in the British magazine Punch on December 8, 1915. The poem quickly gained widespread recognition and became a symbol of the sacrifices made by soldiers during the war. Its poignant message resonated with readers, and the red poppy soon became an emblem of remembrance for those who had lost their lives in conflict. John McCrae’s inspiration for

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Born on November 30, 1872, in Guelph, Ontario, McCrae’s life was marked by his dedication to medicine and his service in the military. His experiences during World War I profoundly influenced his writing, leading to the creation of one of the most enduring symbols of remembrance.

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The inspiration for “In Flanders Fields” came from McCrae’s firsthand experiences on the battlefields of Ypres, Belgium.

In May 1915, following the death of his close friend Lieutenant Alexis Helmer, McCrae penned the poem while sitting in the back of an ambulance. The poem captures the stark contrast between the beauty of the poppy fields and the horrors of war. Its opening lines, “In Flanders fields the poppies blow / Between the crosses, row on row,” evoke a powerful image of the fallen soldiers’ graves adorned with vibrant red poppies.

For a donation, wreaths are available at the Manotick Legion Office.

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Remembrance Day and the National War Memorial in Ottawa

By Larry ELLis

The creation of the National War Memorial in honour of the 66,573 Canadians, who died in World War 1, was the responsibility of the Federal Government.

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In 1925 Vernon Marsh of Yorkshire, England won the international competition to design a national war memorial for Canada. After

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submitting a model he was authorized to commence the project. Marsh and his six brothers and one sister were of a farming background;

none had any formal training in art or sculpture. The components of the memorial were conceived and completed in a garden. Although Marsh died in 1930 his siblings continued the project over a ten year span. When it was completed in 1932 it was shown in Hyde Park, London, where it received great public acclaim.

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Canada the huge sculpture was broken down into component parts and shipped in thirty-five containers. Many readers likely have visited the site of our National War Memorial in Ottawa and will recall that it is in the form of a granite arch, atop which stands the bronze figures of the Victory and Liberty. Marching through the arch are twenty-two figures

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representing all branches of the armed services in World War 1. Upon the faces of these figures is the hope as they leave behind them the symbol of a cannon. The Memorial was unveiled by His Majesty King George VI in May 1939, Try and attend a November 11th Remembrance Day ceremony; it’s important that you do; encourage the

young people to attend and take the younger children; they need to understand the significance of November 11th.

Pause for one minute of silence at 11:00 a.m. on November 11 to honour those who served and died in times of war, military conflict and peace Buy a poppy – wear a poppy!

Village

By Kelly Belair ManoticK Bia

Lots of plans are in the works for this year’s edition of Women’s Day taking place on Saturday, November 2nd.

The village will be bustling with activities for all ages, and everyone is welcome. Over 45 of the businesses

in Manotick are participating with fabulous in-store specials and promotions.

Feast your eyes on art at the Fall Inspirations Art Show & Sale taking place at the Manotick United Church.

Perfect Pumpkin

Picking out the perfect pumpkin is an important part of Halloween every year. Whether the pumpkin will be used for making pumpkin pie, carving into a jack-o-lantern, or just for decorations, the unseasonably warm and sunny weather through most of October was idea for families visiting local pumpkin farms. Above, Jack Barkley seeks out the perfect pumpkin at Miller’s Farm in Manotick.

Committee recommends new license for retailers selling vaping products

The City of Ottawa Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee has approved a by-law that requires retailers of vaping products to obtain a new business license.

Specialty vaping retailers are subject to inspections and regulation under the SmokeFree Ontario Act, but do not currently require a municipal business license. Licensing would ensure these businesses comply with all regulations related to the sale, display and promotion of vaping products. It would also help address City resource and enforcement concerns and improve community health and safety.

A primary concern is the number of charges issued for selling vapour products to

persons under the age of 19. Since the start of 2022, 51 per cent of all vapour product related charges issued to local retailers under the SmokeFree Ontario Act have been for selling vapour products to minors.

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would be $930, or $1,092 for retailers selling both vaping and tobacco products. The license for tobacco-only retailers would remain at $930. If Council approves, the new licensing requirements would take effect on Saturday, November 30.

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Volunteers from Manotick’s local fire station will be onsite with gifts for the ladies beginning at 10am.

Visit our Ladies Lounge at the Manotick Legion where there will be music, Mimosas, face-painting, a photo booth and more.

Pick up a passport from the Fire Fighters or at one of the participating business locations, collect stamps and be entered to win 1 of 3 gift baskets full of goodies from the local businesses in Manotick.

The Vault Bistro is hosting a Drag Lunch at noon. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door,

space is limited.

The Desserts Lab is hosting a chocolate making workshop with limited capacity as well. Register in advance with the Lab directly.

Robin Lea Photography is doing glamour/headshot photography including professional make-up/ hair styling and full access to a wardrobe of couture gowns.

Try the gym at Anytime Fitness for free or participate in a trial class for new clients at JamFit in the Mews.

Manotick Martial Arts is hosting a compliment-

ary self-defense course for women at 1pm and a Kids Night Out event at 5pm. If you want to make the day extra special, drop your kids off for a night of fun for both them and you while you enjoy the evening in the village

The restaurants and eateries are all featuring Women’s Day specials. Be sure to make a day of it by enjoying the delicious food & drink offered.

It will be a fun-filled day for all. See you there!

For the most current list of participating businesses: manotickvillage.com/ womensday

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High-powered offence leads Senior A Manotick Mariners to first place

The Manotick Mariners continued to pour in the goals Saturday night as they beat the Glengarry Pipers 9-1 in their Eastern Ontario Super Hockey League game at the Manotick Mike O’Neil Arena.

The Mariners now sit in first place in the EOSHL Capital Division with a 4-1 record for eight points. The local Senior A team has won all three of its games in October, scoring a combined 23 goals while yielding only nine.

Against Glengarry, the Mariners scored six unanswered goals in the third period to pull away with the 9-1 win.

Ryley Egan and Brett Gustavsen netted power play goals in the first period, and Jonathan Cyr netted another in the second.

Mikael LanthierSeguin scored the lone Pipers goal late in the second period to make the score 3-1 at the second intermission.

In the third, the Mariners poured on the offence. Jacob Giacobbi, Tyler Melvin, Ryley Egan, Ryan Lough, Jonathan Desbiens and Jonathan Cyr all scored for the Mariners to make the final 9-1. Manotick outshot Glengarry 18-7 in the third period, and 4924 for the game.

Desbiens had a fivepoint night with a goal and four assists, while Cyr had four points with two goals and two assists. Lough, Melvin and

Gustavsen all had a goal and two assists. Egan had two goals, Brett McKenzie had two assists, while Spencer Gallant, Justin Gagnon and Jeff Hayes all added an assist.

Senior A veteran goalie Maxime Boucher stopped 23 of 24 shots for the win.

The previous Saturday (Oct. 19), the Mariners scored nine goals in a 9-4 win at home over the Arnprior Rivermen.

While it was a six goal third period that led Manotick to their win over Glengarry, the Mariners pumped in five first period goals to start the game before Arnprior responded with a goal late in the first period.

David Chevrier, Ryan Lough, Gregg Burmaster and Jeff Hayes all scored even strength goals before Lough added a power play marker to give the Mariners a 5-0 lead.

Brendan McIntyre scored for Arnprior on the power play with three seconds remaining in the first period, and Alex Hufford scored 1:12 into the second to cut the lead to 5-2.

Burmaster and Cur scored for Manotick, and Alderic Denis had one for Arnprior to make the score 7-3 after two periods.

In the third, Justin Gagnon scored while Lough added one to complete the hat trick. Dan Johnson replied for Arnprior Lough and Cyr both had five-point nights as

Lough had the hattie with two assists and Cyr had a goal and four helpers.

Burmaster finished with two goals and an assist; Hayes had a goal and two assists; Chevrier had a goal and an assist; Nicholas Hamer had a pair of assists; Gagnon had a goal; and one as-

sist each went to Patrick Rock, Tyler Melvin and Corey Tam.

Manotick goalie Berk Berkeliev had a busy night between the pipes for the Mariners. Berkeliev, who spent the last three seasons tending goal for the Trinity Western University Spartans

in Langley, BC, made 50 saves for the win. The Rivermen outshot the Mariners 54-45.

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The Mariners are in Chesterville Sat., Nov. 2 for a 2 p.m. afternoon game against the North Dundas Rockets.

The next home game for Manotick is Sat., Nov 9 at 7:30 p.m. against the Paugan Falls Rapids.

After five games, Jonathan Cyr leads the EOSHL with 10 goals and 21 points. Manotick native and Mariners captain Ryan Lough is fourth in league scoring and goals with eight goals and 16 points.

Mariners captain Ryan Lough had a hat trick and a pair of assists in Manotick’s 9-4 win over Arnprior Sat., Oct. 19. MA n Ot ick MA R i ne

National Capital Secondary Schools Athletic Association sports scores

Sr. Girls Basketball

Oct. 16 – South Carleton

65 Earl of March 17

Oct. 16 – St. Mother

Teresa 21 St. Mark 16

Oct. 16 – South Carleton

67 John McCrae 28

Oct. 16 – Osgoode 58 Beatrice-Desloges 48

Oct. 17 – Osgoode 44 Glebe 32

Oct. 17 – South Carleton

61 St. Joseph 31

Oct. 24 – St. Mark 36 Borden 32

Oct. 24 – South Carleton

65 All Saints 39

Jr. Girls Basketball

Oct. 15 – South Carleton

67 John McCrae 28

Oct. 22 – South Carleton

64 Merivale 48

Football

Oct. 16 – St. mark 36 St. Patrick 0

Oct. 22 – St. Mark 23 St. Francis Xavier 21

Girls Field Hockey

Oct. 16 – South Carleton

1 St. Mother Teresa 0

Oct. 22 – South Carleton

3 Nepean 2

Boys Non-Contact Hockey

Oct. 15 – South Carleton

6 AY Jackson 4

Oct. 16 – St. Mark 3 Osgoode 1

Oct. 22 – South Carleton

5 Earl of March 0

Oct. 22 – Holy Trinity 5 South Carleton 2

Oct. 22 – South Carleton

2 West Carleton 2

Oct. 24 – St. Mark 4 St. Francis Xavier 0

Jr. Boys Rugby 7s

Oct. 22 – Sacred Heart

22 South Carleton 17

Oct. 22 – South Carleton

32 Lisgar 7 (playoff)

Oct. 22 – South Carleton

28 Woodroffe 12

Oct. 22 – South Carleton

27 Brookfield 7

Oct. 22 – South Carleton

21 John McCrae 7 (playoff)

Oct. 22 – Woodroffe 17 South Carleton 0

Girls Rugby 7s

Oct. 23 – Paul Desmarais 10 Osgoode 5

Oct. 23 – South Carleton

29 St. Peter 10 (quarterfinal)

Oct. 23 – Osgoode 17 Elmwood 15

Oct. 23 – Colonel By 24 South Carleton 0 (semifinal)

Oct. 23 – St. Patrick 34 Osgoode 0

Oct. 23 – LongfieldsDavidson Heights 17 South Carleton 0 (bronze)

Senior Boys Soccer

Oct. 16 – Holy Trinity 5

South Carleton 0

Oct. 16 – St. Laurent 5 Osgoode 1

Oct. 21 – St. Mark 3

Hillcrest 1

Oct. 23 – South Carleton

2 Franco Ouest 2

Jr. Boys Soccer

Oct. 15 – Nepean 5

South Carleton 4

Oct. 22 – Earl of March

3 South Carleton 0

Sr. Boys Volleyball

Oct. 15 – South Carleton

3 St. Joseph 1

Oct. 15 – St. Mark 3 AY

Jackson 0

Oct. 16 – St. Laurent 3 Osgoode 1

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Oct. 17 – South Carleton

3 St. Joseph 2

Oct. 22 – South Carleton

3 Holy Trinity 2

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Oct. 22 – St. Mark 3

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Oct. 24 – Franco Ouest 3 South Carleton 2

Monthly Moment with Manotick United Church (MUC)

We are a church of diverse people who work to contribute to the community in which we live. We bake, we quilt, we host a variety of events and local outreach programs, but our biggest community event of the year is our Christmas Market.

The market runs from 10 am to 3 pm on November 16 , and it brings together local artisans and craftspeople to offer unique goods for sale just in time for the Christmas season. Our volunteers also provide a spectacular array of baked goods and ready-to-eat meals for sale at a very reasonable cost. We look forward to welcoming you!

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South Carleton defenders challenge a Woodroffe Tigers player during a senior boys soccer match in Richmond in October.

Players from the St. Mark Lions and South Carleton Storm position themselves for a rebound during their senior girls basketball game in Manotick.

Royals beat Golden Knights 5-1 in penalty-filled Junior B contest

The Richmond Royals continued their hot start to the 2024-25 Junior B hockey season, as they beat the Ottawa West Golden Knights 5-1 at the Richmond Memorial Community Centre Sun., Oct. 27.

The Royals are in second place in the Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League’s Richardson Division with a 9-2-11 record for 20 points. They have a game in hand on the first place Renfrew Timberwolves, who have 22 points.

Against the Golden Knights, the Royals jumped out to a 3-0 lead after two periods on their way to victory.

Chase Bailey-Reid opened the scoring from Jackson Miller and Dexter Smith, and then Mathew Thompson scored an unassisted goal to give Richmond a 2-0 lead after one period.

In the second, Jacob Warnes scored from Nicholas Milbury and Brandon Reinisch.

Francesco Sicoli gave the Royals a 4-0 lead in the third period. Matthew Stringer scored for the Golden Knights 6:55 in the third period after a physical scrum in front of Royals goalie Ethan Dinsdale that led to a Golden Knights power play.

Warnes scored his second of the game at 14:55 of the third period to give the Royals a 5-1 lead. Milbury and Reinisch earned assists. Once again, a dust-up ensued after the goal, and the teams were each assessed a minor penalty.

Things remained chippy as there were 10 minor penalties called in the final 3:40 of the game.

Dinsdale stopped 37

of 38 shots for the win in goal.

The weekend had begun Friday night with the Royals travelling to Alexandria and beating the Glengarry Brigade 4-1.

Dylan Rorwick scored a pair of goals for the Royals, giving him a league-leading 15 on the season. He also added an assist. Adam Reinisch had a goal and two assists, with Tyler Hames scoring one and adding two assists in his first game of the season. Brandon Reinisch added two assists, and affiliate player Devon Clark had one.

Cole King stopped 23 of 24 shots for the win.

The Royals host Glengarry Sun., Nov. 3 and Perth Sun., Nov. 10. Both games have 1:20 p.m. face-offs at the Richmond Memorial Community Centre.

Devin Clark of the Richmond Royals gets his head grabbed while being crosschecked in the back after an Ottawa West Golden Knights goal Sunday. Clark received a two-minute roughing penalty on the play, while there was no call against the Golden Knights. That infuriated the Royals and turned the rest of their Junior B contest into a chippy affair.