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Ottawa-area grandparents are adding their voices to a demand for change to the province’s Children’s Law Reform Act that would allow for grandparent-grandchildren access rights.

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2 Kanata Kourier-Standard - Thursday, November 17, 2016

Bystanders save cardiac arrest victim at Kanata martial arts competition Event attendees demonstrate ‘key elements in the chain of survival’: paramedics

BY JESSICA CUNHA jessica.cunha@metroland.com

The quick action of bystanders saved a 51-year-old man who suffered a cardiac arrest during a martial arts competition in

Kanata on Nov. 12.

The male was competing for his second degree black belt at Black Belt Excellence Martial Arts Academy on Stonehaven Drive when he collapsed in sudden cardiac arrest around 3 p.m.

Saturday. He was not breathing and had no pulse, said Ottawa paramedics in a news release.

Those at the event “sprung into action to start CPR,” said paramedics, while another person placed a call to 911. The emergency operator told the caller there was a defibrillator directly across the street at the Eva James Community Centre.

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same mall as the martial arts academy used the defibrillator on the 51-year-old, which “successfully delivered life-saving energy to the man’s heart,” said paramedics.

When paramedics arrived, the man had a pulse, had regained consciousness and was talking to paramedics. He was in serious but stable condition when taken to hospital.

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4 Kanata Kourier-Standard - Thursday, November 17, 2016

Bill 34 ‘stops the using of children as pawns in a relationship’

Mantha estimates that more than 75,000 grandparents in Ontario have been denied access to their grandchildren, affecting more than 112,000 grandchildren.

“This bill is really focused on grandchildren’s rights as well because denying that relationship, from a perspective of a grandchild with their grandparents, is detrimental to their well-being, to their upbringing,” said Mantha during a video press conference before the second reading of the bill.

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Bill 34 was introduced by Algoma-Manitoulin NDP MPP Michael Mantha and passed its second reading on Nov. 3. The legislation would ensure that courts consider individual cases to grant access, based on whether contact would be appropriate in the circumstances.

“It stops the using of children as pawns in a relationship,” said Frank. “Everybody is very well aware of parental alienation syndrome, where there’s animosity between two people who are divorcing and they end up using the children as pawns. The aspect of it transferring onto

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It’s estimated that more than 75,000 grandparents in Ontario have been denied access to their grandchildren, affecting more than 112,000 grandchildren. Grandparents in Ottawa and across the province are calling for Bill 34 to be accepted, the legislation allowing courts to consider individual cases to grant access based on whether contact would be appropriate in the circumstances.

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“We’re trying to accomplish something that is in the best interest of the child.”

Yukon, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Nova Scotia have laws that protect grandparent access to grandchildren.

“Quebec has the law that is most favourable, the most fair; it recognizes that there is a right to have a relationship,” said Frank. “If there’s something, some reason it’s not in the best interest of the child, it goes to court and a judge decides.”

Educating around grandparent alienation is a step in the right direction to address the issue and have people better understand the ramifications, he said.

“It’s not just a few grandmothers in the corner who want to see their grandchildren a little more – it’s much bigger than that,” Frank said.

“More than anything we want people to understand is that it’s abuse.”

Since 2005, six previous versions of the bill have died following second reading when elections were called or the legislature was prorogued.

Mantha said he hopes this is the final time a bill is proposed and that it becomes law.

“There is no reason why there should be an eighth time that we’re coming back to present this bill,” he said.

“We’re all hoping, on behalf of all grandchildren across this province, that this is indeed the last time that this bill is going to be introduced and that it will become law.”

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“Children’s Aid, Elder Abuse Ontario and Public Health Canada all say that using children as pawns, isolating them and denying them access to their grandparents, is emotional abuse. And it still goes on,” said Frank. “You don’t have to be a grandparent to understand that this is wrong.”

the grandparents, people just aren’t aware of it.”

Sonya said many grandparents don’t even know why access to their grandchildren was cut off, especially if they previously enjoyed a close relationship.

“It can be confusing when you don’t understand why,” she said. “It begs the question that how is it in the best interest of the child to not have a relationship with loving and caring grandparents? I just don’t get that.”

Lea, who facilitates the Ottawa chapter of Alienated Grandparents Anonymous, a peer support group that meets twice a month, said grandparent-grandchild isolation is vastly under-reported.

“The people involved, it’s their families,” said Lea. “They’re very afraid to come out and talk, that there may be repercussions to that. They are ashamed, they are humiliated. They feel like they are the only ones but they’re not.”

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Kanata gallery’s Gift of Art to showcase hundreds of works of art

BY JESSICA CUNHA jessica.cunha@metroland.com

City Councillor, Kanata North

The Kanata Civic Art Gallery’s annual Gift of Art show and sale is more than an opportunity to browse hundreds of works, it’s also a chance to meet and talk with the artists behind the art.

More than 20 local artists are participating in this year’s show, to be held Nov. 19 and 20.

“It’s a great show,” said artist Patrick Imai, adding art isn’t just about the final product but it’s also about the artist and the process behind a specific piece.

“This (event) gives you a chance to come out and speak with the artist, the individual creating the work. You achieve a connection there,” said the Orleans resident and member of the Kanata gallery who has participated in the show for three years.

“It’s a chance to know more background on a piece that you would be buying.”

The show and sale is the art gallery’s largest event each year in which member artists have the opportunity to showcase a wide range of their work.

Imai’s signature work is carving bears out of a variety of soft stones using hand tools and sometimes incorporating elements such as glass, crystal, and

CONGRATULATIONS TO ERIN AND CHRIS PHILLIPS for being awarded the Order of Ottawa this evening. Chris Phillips played for the Ottawa Senators and retired from the NHL in 2015. Both he and his wife live in Ottawa and are strong believers in giving back and investing in their community. They have been a part of many charitable initiatives including; the Snowsuit Fund, the Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival, 24H of Tremblant, DIFD, the Queensway Carleton Hospital and are both Honorary Chairs for the Candlelighters’ Childhood Cancer Support Program. I congratulate on their accomplishments.

IMPORTANT! RADON GAS PUBLIC MEETING, Nov. 21, 7 pm, Mlacak Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr. – Radon gas is a colourless, odourless, radioactive gas that occurs naturally from the breakdown of uranium in soils. It is widely found in homes across Canada, including Kanata North. If high levels of radon gas are found, it can be dangerous to your health. Having your home checked is easy and inexpensive. Join me at this public meeting to find out more and to learn how to test your home to keep you and your family safe.

TOWN HALL, Nov. 28, 7 pm, Kanata Seniors Centre (Owen Prince Room), 2500 Campeau Dr. – This will be the last town hall of 2016 and will feature two presentations; the first on a new development plan for 5045 Innovation Drive, beside the new Innovation Park & Ride and the second, on a Claridge Retirement Home, planned for 1250 Maritime Way. Additional items will include; new development along Kanata Avenue proposed by Pen Equity, Campeau Drive widening, update on Richardson Ridge Phase 4, OMB hearing on Expansion Lands, update on KNL Lands, City budget 2017 and more.

All are welcome; bring your questions, comments and concerns.

WIDENING OF CAMPEAU DRIVE - Work started this week to widen the portion of Campeau Dr. from Huntmar Dr. to Country Glen Way in the Minto Arcadia sub-division. The work on this phase will include underground pipe work and constructing two additional traffic lanes.

It is set to wrap-up around mid-December. The additional traffic lanes will provide better access to the Tanger Outlets, Cabela’s, The Carpenters Union Training Facility and the UPS distribution facility.

This will allow that area to grow more quickly.

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He sculpts bears because they have been humanized in popular culture – such as Yogi Bear and Smoky the Bear, he said. “I can build on that and I can build human emotion or represent human emotion and action in bears.”

When he participates in themed shows at the gallery, Imai said he tends to use bigger pieces – those that will get noticed right away.

At Gift of Art, he is able to bring an array of sculptures, from the very small to the very large.

“There is more flexibility,” he explained. “It gives a range of prices and you can see a whole range of work.”

The other artists participating will offer a variety of styles and mediums – from paintings to photographs, abstract to realism and everything in between.

“As you ramp up and look towards Christmas … there would be something that would strike a harmony for yourself, the person buying the art, or as a gift,” said Imai. “You would find something that resonates with you, the recipient or both.”

The Gift of Art show and sale is Nov. 19 and 20 at the Mlacak Centre, located at 2500 Campeau Dr., from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.

UPCOMING EVENTS Nov. 18, I RETURN FROM ISRAEL/PALESTINE – To see what I have been up to, follow my blog at marianneinkanata.blogspot.ca Nov. 19-20, GIFT OF ART SHOW & SALE – KANATA CIVIC ART GALLERY, 10 am–5 pm, 2500 Campeau Dr. (Mlacak Centre) – Free admission, parking and refreshments. This is an opportunity to purchase original art and help support Hospice Care Ottawa.

Nov. 21, KANATA CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA PUBLIC CONSULTATION, 8 am, The Holiday Inn, 101 Kanata Avenue – All business owners and managers welcome to attend.

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Nov. 21, RADON GAS MEETING, 7 pm, 2500 Campeau Dr. (Mlacak Centre) – Save the date to find out how to keep your home safe.

Nov. 21 & 22, URBAN TREES: PUTTING DOWN ROOTS FOR THE FUTURE, Nov. 21: 1-4 pm and 6-9 pm, Nov. 22: 6-9 pm, City Hall, Council Chambers, 110 Laurier Ave. W – The City’s Urban Forest Management Plan is asking for your input on urban forest sustainability over the next 20 years.

Nov. 24, WEST OTTAWA FOOD & WINE SHOW, 5:30-9 pm, Brookstreet Hotel – An evening of culinary delights showcasing the talents of over a dozen West Ottawa Chefs and beverage sampling.

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Nov. 27, KANATA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CONCERT, 3 pm, 207 Woodroffe Ave., - Tickets: Adult $15, Student/Senior $10, Family $30 at the door.

Contact me at 613-580-2474, email Marianne.Wilkinson@ottawa.ca Follow me on Twitter @KanataNorth to keep up to date on community matters.

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Patrick Imai, carving his Guardian of the Garden sculpture, will be one of more than 20 artists at the annual Gift of Art show and sale hosted by members of the Kanata Civic Art Gallery. Imai specializes in soft stone sculptures. A wide variety of artistic mediums will be on display at the two day event, which takes place Nov. 19 and 20 at the Mlacak Centre.

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Hard turn to the right

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f you think back to your own interactions with individual Americans, you will probably remember them as kind and generous.

But when acting in large groups – such as a federal election – Americans have a tendency to put themselves ahead of what’s good for the majority.

If America got its collective policies in line with the individual ethos of being generous and helpful, Donald Trump would today be a footnote in history instead of the soon-enough most powerful man in the world.

Americans are kind and they are big-hearted, but they don’t want to be told whom they should help. They want to decide that themselves. And that list seems to be growing shorter.

How else to explain an election victory for Trump?

His economic plan rests atop a promise to make people richer through trickle-down economics – tax cuts for the rich.

It’s a system that encourages you to buy a lot-

tery ticket – yes someone will get rich, but most will get poorer. And if you don’t win and get rich, it’s your fault because you didn’t try hard enough. You were afforded every opportunity.

Shoulda tried harder, sucker.

The United States seems destined to relearn history. Trickle-down policies will rev up the economy in the short term as the rich invest and reap massive rewards. But in the longer term, the bull market will die down and all that will be left are a few people at the top with bigger cars, bigger yachts and bigger off-shore bank accounts.

That high society, enriched again, will no doubt fail to take care of the most vulnerable.

Health care will be privatized. Publically funded schools will be starved for resources.

People at the bottom will try to survive day to day. They may beg on the streets and get a few coins in their cup from a fellow American who is generous enough to share one-on-one, but for some reason can’t stand the idea of helping a whole country live better.

Photo radar could increase safety around schools

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t looks like we might have another go at photo radar in Ottawa.

About time.

When last we saw it, in the early 1990s, photo radar was doing quite well along Highway 401. Speeding was down, which was the main point of the exercise.

People didn’t need to be caught speeding to change their behaviour; just the knowledge that they surely would be caught did the trick.

But it wasn’t all that popular. A lot of people speed, a lot of people are confident that they can handle their vehicles above the speed limit, and a lot of people don’t like the government telling them what they can do in their cars.

So it helped Mike Harris to be elected premier in 1995 when he promised to abolish the system.

It has stayed abolished.

CHARLES GORDON Funny Town If it comes back, as it appears it will, it will be in a different form.

When Premier Kathleen Wynne was in Ottawa last week, she promised legislation that would allow cities to set up cameras in designated areas, including around schools.

That seems like a better idea than photo radar on major highways.

On a highway, 10 or even 20 kilometres per-hour above the speed limit may not make all that much difference, on a clear day with normal traffic.

Drivers have good visibility and they have time to react.

In a residential area in a town or city it’s a different situation.

Even traveling at the speed limit — usually 50 kilometres per hour — can be too fast on a narrow street with parked cars, bicycles and children playing or running to school. There is no margin for error.

Most drivers know that. Many of them have experienced a close call— with a child or a dog running out into the street — and that has made them instinctively slow down in residential neighbourhoods and around schools.

But not everyone does. Some people are inexperienced as drivers, some are distracted, some are simply reckless.

Many of these people will not respond to publicity campaigns, speed limits or even common sense.

But they will respond to the threat of being fined, particularly if there

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is a certainty of being fined. Photo radar provides that certainty.

One of the reasons people speed on the 401 is because they are pretty sure they won’t be caught.

But if you drive on similar highways in the United States you will find many states where people don’t speed. That’s because state troopers are plentiful and visible.

And the reason photo radar worked in the ’90s is because it made people certain they would be caught.

So, as long as people are made aware of it, photo radar will work around schools.

Not that there won’t be debate about that and there will be lots of time for it, since the provincial legislation hasn’t been passed and, after it is, city council will have to talk about it.

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Inevitably, as with any system of financial penalties, some will decry it as a cash grab. Point made, but so what?

The cash grabbed might be better off with the city than in the hands of someone who doesn’t know enough to slow down near a school.

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The simple way to lift Canadians out of poverty

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he City of Ottawa has tabled a number of measures in its budget to assist low-income residents. Among them, a halfprice monthly transit pass is set to take effect in April 2017.

The city has also committed to funds for organizations that offer social assistance.

But what if lifting Canadians out of poverty is more simple than the patchwork solutions frequently offered by municipal and provincial governments?

For nearly 40 years, a small, but politically and intellectually diverse group have been arguing for the implementation of a guaranteed annual income (GAI) to replace existing welfare and other assistance programs. Studies on GAI have proven to have positive financial impacts on health care, education and overall well being.

Many would argue that giving out so-called free money is a utopian ideal that would increase the tax burden on those who already bear the brunt of collective tax revenue. In fact, the opposite may be true.

Former Conservative Senator Hugh Segal is among those proponents of providing Canadians a GAI or basic minimum income. He argues that poverty costs all of us enormously.

“Very simply, the cost of poverty is in the hundreds of billions of dollars every year,” Segal recently told Global Television. not out of reach According to a young Dutch philosopher, the idea of near eradication of poverty is not out-of-reach in Western societies and giving money directly to individuals would cost a lot less than what is currently in place. Rutger Bregman argues we need to eliminate the current welfare state which has devolved into an overpriced, administrative nightmare.

“The welfare state, which should foster people’s sense of security and pride, has degenerated into a system of suspicion and shame,” writes Bregman, author of Utopia for Realists: The Case for

BRYNNA LESLIE Capital Muse Universal Basic Income, Open Borders and a 15-hour work week.

Bregman argues that for every dollar directly invested in a homeless person, on the other hand, society would get three times that in return.

The welfare state as it exists now keeps people dependent and often confines otherwise talented people into dead-end jobs. Bergman says expensive ventures that exist in the welfare state—from offering financial literacy lessons to people with no money, to overmonitoring of how welfare recipients spend publicly received money—have consistently failed to do what they’re designed to do—lift people out of poverty.

Giving individuals a basic annual income, on the other hand, with the freedom to spend the money how they choose, would have immediate and significant results.

In his book, Bergman cites a number of studies that have looked at the positive impact of a basic annual income.

Perhaps one of the most interesting was a social experiment conducted in Dauphin, Manitoba and other parts of that province over a period of four years in the early 1970s and co-funded by various levels of government.

Although the experiment was abruptly halted after a few years, University of Manitoba health economist Evelyn Forget eventually went back to examine the data to attempt to determine the social impact of “Mincome”.

In a presentation to the House of Commons finance committee in February, Forget highlighted some of her

findings – that the provision of a basic income did not reduce incentives to work in most cases, that hospital visits decreased by 8.5 per cent over the four year period, that visits to the doctor and psychiatric referrals were reduced, while at the same time high school graduations increased.

A recent report from the Fraser Institute dismissed the idea that a Guaranteed Annual Income could ever become a reality in Canada, due to the complications of getting various levels of government on board. Former Senator Segal notes, however, this was an oft-cited argument against the implementation of universal healthcare in the 1960s.

The idea of a guaranteed income is gaining traction. The federal Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Jean-Yves Duclos, was a proponent of GAI before he entered politics. Quebec government officials are examining the feasibility of such a scheme. There has also been increased vocal advocacy among city mayors, including in Calgary and Edmonton, to replace current disjointed welfare programs with some form of federally-implemented GAI for the unemployed and the working poor.

Philosopher Bergman argues the solution to levelling the playing field is much easier than we think: To eradicate homelessness, give people houses; to eradicate poverty, give people money. A guaranteed basic income would mitigate the negative impact of poverty on health, education and other welfare indicators, making all Canadians wealthier as a result.

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South Kanata location possible for buffet-style restaurant JESSICA CUNHA jessica.cunha@metroland.com

South Kanata may soon be home to a Mandarin restaurant of its own near the old Kanata Town Centre on Katimavik Road.

The all-you-can-eat ChineseCanadian buffet hopes to build a standalone one-storey restaurant on the property, located at 150 Katimavik Rd. An existing building nearby houses a Food Basics grocery store and shopping centre with a three-storey office building.

The submitted plan says the development will not alter the existing plaza in any way.

Following months of discussion, Coun. Allan Hubley said he’s thrilled the restaurant decided to build in the ward.

“We were hoping we’d be the site chosen,” he said on Nov. 14.

“I’m really excited they chose Kanata South.”

Hubley said it’s estimated the restaurant will create about 100 jobs in the area, adding the owners are “community-minded people.”

“It brings certainty to an

area that hasn’t had certainty,” he said of the Kanata Town Centre location.

The old town centre area has been designated a “design priority area” by the city, which is described as mixed-use areas that are significant to the city’s overall design.

Mandarin submitted a site plan proposal to the city on Nov. 4. The plans call for a onestorey restaurant of about 1,400 square metres on the northern portion of the property, closest to Highway 417.

The proposal includes an increase in parking spaces on site for a total of 728 spots and a five-ring bicycle rack.

Access to the area would remain via Katimavik Road and Whitney Drive.

A garbage area and loading bay for the restaurant would be situated on the northwest side of the building and screened by a stone wall.

The area is bordered by low density residential and a commercial building on the east side, and on the west side is a residential subdivision, a vacant parcel of land and the Kanata

Leisure Centre.

When it comes to the building’s exterior design, the proposal states that because the restaurant is adjacent to Highway 417, “the building has been designed to create visual interest to passing vehicles.” It would do so by using brick, stone veneer and colour contrasted canopies above the windows and doors.

The Mandarin sign for this location has been designed with “darker colours, horizontal slats and upturned ends on the canopies as a way to create architectural interest while connecting with the theme of the restaurant,” according to the proposal.

Mandarin has two existing locations in Ottawa, one in Nepean and another in Orléans.

The target date for the city’s planning department to make a decision is Jan. 6.

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Homeowners urged to check for radon gas Information meeting to be held Nov. 21

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Exposure to concentrated levels of radon gas can greatly increase a person’s chance of developing lung cancer.

According to the Canadian Cancer Society, radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers. It also increases lifelong smokers’ risk of contracting lung cancer from one in 10 to one in three, says Health Canada.

Officials from the health agency, along with those from Ottawa Public Health and other radon experts, will be on hand at a public meet-

ing in Kanata on Nov. 21 to discuss the dangers of the odourless gas, as well as how homeowners can test for it and mitigate any issues. The meeting is open to all Ottawa residents.

The Kanata area has a slightly higher precedence of exposure to radon gas than other parts of the city because of the Precambrian rock in the ground, said Kanata North Coun. Marianne Wilkinson, but it can be found in homes across Ottawa.

“It’s not an area thing, it’s an individual building thing,” she said. “Some of the highest levels found in the area have been in Chelsea (Que.).”

Since Wilkinson began hosting radon gas meetings a number of years ago, many residents in her ward have had their homes tested. Some have come back higher than the recommended limit while

others show virtually no trace of radon.

“It’s not terribly expensive (to fix) and it’s a good thing to find out about,” said Wilkinson.

The gas is formed by the breakdown of uranium in soil and rock. It can enter a home through cracks in the foundation or walls, and through gaps around pipes.

Outdoor air generally contains some radon gas but it’s not considered harmful because of the low concentration. However, it can get highly concentrated indoors – mostly in basements and on ground floors – when there is little ventilation.

“The highest readings will be in the basement – if you use your basement you should test,” Wilkinson said.

“Radon gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. Especially if

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A radon gas detector sits on a bookshelf as it measures the radioactive gas levels in a home. Health Canada is encouraging residents to check their homes for radon gas levels.

A public meeting and information session will be held Nov. 21 at the Mlacak Centre in Kanata, is open to residents from across the city. you have children playing, you want to have them safe.

And it’s not that costly to get something done; it’s basically ventilation.”

The best time to test a home is in the winter months when houses are generally closed up tight, said Wilkinson.

The radon test kit costs about $80 from the city and includes lab fees. Many new

homebuilders put in a pipe under the foundation so if high levels of the gas are found it’s relatively inexpensive to fix, said the councillor.

And homeowners still under a new home warranty with Tarion are covered for any additional costs to mitigate high levels of the gas.

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City adds Goulbourn recreation complex to list of urban campgrounds

BY JENNIFER MCINTOSH jennifer.mcintosh@metroland.com

Council passed a proposal that will see an expanded use of some recreation centres and arenas to allow for urban camping on Nov. 9.

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It seems there is no room at the inn, and in anticipation of an accommodation shortage for the Canada Day festivities next year, there’s a plan to create a temporary zoning amend-

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Tobi Nussbaum congratulated staff on the creative thinking, but asked if individual site visits would be done to determine the best space for campers.

Dan Chenier, general manager for the city’s parks and recreation department, said visits are being done, which led to the addition of the RideauGoulbourn complex.

“It made sense to add it to the complex list of sites,” he said. “The GRC gives us the opportunity to reduce parking spots and add in more camping.”

Kitchissippi Coun. Jeff Leiper asked staff to provide councillors with a financial breakdown. The idea is to charge enough to recoup the city’s costs, but Leiper said he is concerned there won’t be any-

thing left in the city’s coffers The sites that would be availto deal with the damage to the able for campers include: grass at the Tom Brown Arena 1. Cumberland Village Heri– one of the sites short-listed to tage Museum (2940 Old Monallow campers. treal Road) 2. Bob Macquarie Recreation Complex (1490 Youville Drive) “The GRC gives us 3. Ray Friel Recreation the opportunity to Complex (1585 Tenth Line reduce parking spots Road) 4. Richelieu-Vanier Community Centre (300 Des Pèresand add in more Blancs Avenue) camping.”

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Sporting Life hosted a private event to announce a threeyear commitment to support Ski for Kids with a $75,000 investment.

This is the largest gift made to Ski for Kids since its inception. Ski for Kids is a very popular annual ski event held at Mont Ste-Marie. Teams fundraise and then gather to enjoy a full day of skiing and camaraderie all in the name of a great cause.

“When we learned of this event, one that is having such a positive impact on the health of children and youth in our community…well it was the perfect fit,” said John Roe, Director of Marketing and Ad-

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This event built around skiing really was an easy choice for us and we look forward to coming together to facilitate a day in which families can be active while supporting two great causes here in Ottawa.”

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“We are so proud of this event,” says Ski for Kids CoChair Derek Noble.

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“This was a program I have been looking for, for a long time,” Lakeh said.

Lakeh, who worked for a cleaning company, said he had looked at other programs in the city because he wanted to learn a skilled home renovation trade.

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Lobster Stuffed Tenderloin with Grilled Asparagus and Crispy Potato Rosti is one entrée available for weddings at ALE Have you heard of ALE? My guess is probably not. ALE is an acronym for Amberwood Lounge & Eatery. This public eatery and event centre is nestled on Amberwood Golf Course, right off Hazeldean Road, on Springbrook Drive. With minimal visible signage due to ALE’s “off the main road” location, the restaurant is literally a diamond in the rough – golf course rough that is.

Opened in April 2016, ALE has been steadily gaining clientele from Stittsville and beyond.

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ALE also offers some greatly weekly events, such as Bring Your Own Wine for a $7 Corking Fee on Wednesdays and Afternoon Tea (a version of high tea) on Sundays by reservation only. Nicolle adds that ALE is looking forward to planning and hosting some exciting events in the New Year, such as a wine tasting evening and a family friendly character tea party.

One thing’s for sure – this is an exciting addition to the west end’s dining and events scene!

ALE – Amberwood Lounge & Eatery is located at 54 Springbrook Drive in Stittsville. ALE can be contacted by phone at 613.831.2442 or on the web at aleottawa.ca

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Kanata Legion president Lorraine LapensĂŠe (right) and 2870 Royal Canadian Dragoons cadet warrant officer Matthew Zinck salute the cenotaph after laying Members of the crowd lay their poppies on wreaths at a wreath. the base of the cenotaph.

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A member of the community lays a wreath as sentries guard the Kanata cenotaph during the Remembrance Day ceremony on Nov. 11.

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The Kanata Legion hosted its annual Remembrance Day ceremony at the cenotaph in Colchester Square on Friday, Nov. 11.

The parade, led by the Highland Mist Pipe Band, also featured members of Legion Branch 638, various cadet corps, police, Girl Guides and Scouts, local dignitaries and Canadian Forces members.

Wreaths were laid by local MP Karen McCrimmon, MPP Jack MacLaren, Coun. Allan Hubley, and Members of the Highland Mist Pipe many other members of the Band lead the parade to the Kanata community. cenotaph.

The colour party shares a laugh before the Remembrance Day ceremony begins.

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Chapman Mills Drive Extension (Longfields Drive to Strandherd Drive) and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Corridor (Greenbank Road to Borrisokane Road) Class Environmental Assessment Study Notice of Completion and Filing of Environmental Study Report The City of Ottawa has completed the Class Environmental Assessment (EA) Study for the extension of Chapman Mills Drive from Longfields Drive to Strandherd Drive and a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor from Greenbank Road to Borrisokane Road. This Study was carried out in accordance with the requirements for a Schedule ‘C’ project under the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (October 2000, as amended 2007, 2011 and 2015) document.

An Environmental Study Report (ESR) has been prepared to document the planning and design process and the recommended plan for the corridor. The ESR is available for public review at the following locations during regular business hours for a period of 30 calendar days, starting on Friday, 18 November, 2016.

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Police investigating Nepean and Kanata jewelry store heists STAFF

Police are searching for at least four suspects in jewelry store robberies in Barrhaven and Kanata they believe are linked.

On Oct. 27 at 6 p.m., four suspects entered a jewelry store in the Hazeldean Mall. They smashed several display cases and took what was inside, then fled with the stolen merchandise to a waiting vehicle. No one was injured.

On Oct. 28, shortly before 3 p.m., four suspects entered an independent jewelry store on the 900 block of Greenbank Road in Barrhaven.

Again, they smashed several display cases and stole the contents. They fled the store with the stolen jewelry and no one was injured. Investigators with the robbery unit believe the two robberies are linked.

The suspects are described as black males in their late teens to early 20s, with slender builds.

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Police described the suspects as black males, in their late teens to early 20s, with slender builds. In each robbery, they disguised their identities while inside the store. made an effort to disguise their identities inside the stores, but police noted that one suspect wore a cast or bandage on his right hand or thumb.

Investigators also want to speak to a person of interest who was at the location of the second robbery minutes before the suspects entered.

He is described as a black male, in his early to mid 30s, with short, curly dark hair. He was wearing blue jeans with a white belt, and a blue jacket or vest.

Police are asking anyone with information about the robberies to call the robbery unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5116.

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If concerns regarding this project cannot be resolved in discussion with the City, a person/party may request that the Minister of the Environment and Climate Change, Ontario make an order for the project to comply with Part II of the Environmental Assessment Act (referred to as Part II Order). The Part II Order request must be received by the Minister of the Environment and Climate Change, Ontario during the 30 day review period and a copy of the request should be forwarded to the City of Ottawa. If there are no requests received by Monday, December 19, 2016 the project will be considered to have met the requirements of the Municipal Class EA, and the project may proceed to design and construction as presented in the ESR. Minister of the Environment and Climate Change, Ontario The Honourable Glen R. Murray, MPP 11th Floor, Ferguson Block 77 Wellesley Street West Toronto, ON M7A 2T5

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Coalition calls ‘EquiPass’ a positive first step

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Trevor Haché, past-president of the Healthy Transportation Coalition, said advocates of a low-income bus pass believe the city’s “EquiPass” is a positive first step in the right direction.

Mayor Jim Watson announced the details of the pass in his budget address on Nov. 9, before the tabling of the city’s draft budget.

“It’s a vote for the community,” Maria Hawkins said to the crowd during the early morning rally.

The pass will cost $57 – about half the cost of a regular adult pass – and it will start in April.

The coalition hosted a rally at Marion Dewar Plaza before the budget was tabled.

Advocates called for a pass that was no more than $41.75 per month. They also wanted to see a single-fare option available.

Mayor Jim Watson said the rate of $57 was what Ottawa can afford.

Estimates show that nearly 5,000 riders, not currently eligible for other subsidies OC Transpo offers will be able to take advantage of the EquiPass.

The pass comes with a price

Allan Hubley City Councillor Kanata South Week in Review It was great to see so many residents out at the Kanata Santa Claus Parade this past weekend! I would like to thank all the volunteers who help to make our Kanata South parade such a wonderful event each year!

I would also like to thank everyone who came out this past week for our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in Glen Cairn.

Thank you to the Glen Cairn Community Association and Nutrilawn Christmas Decor and all the volunteers who help out with this festive holiday tradition.

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The Raging Grannies participated in a rally for a low-income transit pass ahead of the tabling of the city’s budget on Nov.9 tag of $2.7 million, but Watson invited the province to the table to help discount the pass even further.

Watson drew the parallel to the low-income pass in Calgary,

but said the city gets support from the province of Alberta.

“This is a big step for living in the kind of city we all want,” Watson said of the pass, Implementation details on the

pass will be released in the new year and the pass will be available in April.

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Tickets are $10.00 each and can be purchased online at www.crackup.ca, via email at Destini.McLean@ottawa.ca or at D’Arcy McGees.

2017 Project As a 2017 project I am pleased to invite you to join me in documenting the people, places and activities that make Kanata South a great place to live, work and play.

Please send me your ideas of who you think should be highlighted in our book and why. Who do you feel makes our community special? If you want to put more than one person forward – please do so as we all know that a community has many people that make it special.

We will gather all your responses and compile them into a memory book available to everyone and placed in the Library for future generations to have a snapshot of what made Kanata South special in 2017.

Details regarding this project can be found on my website under the Community tab.

E-Newsletter Sign up If you would like to sign up to receive my E-Newsletter as well as important notices, please visit my website www. councillorallanhubley.ca to sign up!

Upcoming Events November 19th: 9am-1pm, Christmas Bazaar at Bridlewood Trails, 480 Brigitta St. Crafts, bake sale and more!

November 21st: The Oasis in Kanata will be hosting a free information session called “If It’s a Crisis to you, It’s a Crisis to us” from 7-9pm, at the Glen Cairn United Church, 140 Abbeyhill Drive. Information and details www. theoasiskanata.ca .

November 27th: The Kanata Symphony Orchestra Concert 3:00 pm at Woodroffe United Church, 207 Woodroffe Ave. Beethoven, Prokofiev and featuring Frederic Lacroix playing Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2. Tickets: Adult $15; Student/Senior $10; Family $30.

Working for Kanata South:

Call us at: 1-877-646-6701 or email: myupdates@metroland.com

It is my privilege to serve as your Councillor. Please feel free to contact my office with any concerns or comments, by phone: 613-580-2752, or by email: allan.hubley@ottawa.ca. You can visit my website for more information: www.councillorallanhubley.ca or follow me on Twitter: @AllanHubley_23.

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Jack MacLaren Member of Provincial Parliament Carleton-Mississippi Mills

Town-Hall Meetings On Hydro Rates Why is the cost of hydro so high? How is it possible to use little or no electricity and yet have to pay through the nose for “delivery fees”? Is this all a government shell game or is there some rationale to it?

I’ll be holding four town-hall meetings on the exorbitant hydro rates facing Ottawa residents.

Renowned journalist and Ontario Hydro expert Parker Gallant has agreed to join these Town Halls to brief residents on why Ontario Hydro Rates are some of the highest in the developed world. Parker has written extensively in the Financial Post about the impact of Ontario Hydro rates on communities throughout Ontario.

Parker’s talk is called “Watts in your hydro bill?’ Parker will take you through every line-item on your bill, and he’ll explain what each one covers. If you think the electricity line covers only the cost of generating electricity, you may be shocked at what else it contains.

Here are the dates, times, and locations for all four town-hall meetings: • November 26th, 2016 • 10:00-12:00 Mississippi Mills Stewart Community Centre – Upper Hall 112 MacFarlane St, Pakenham, ON • November 26th, 2016 • 2:00-4:00pm John G Mlacak Centre Bud Purnell (Hall C) 2500 Campeau Dr, Kanata, ON K2K 2W3 • December 3rd, 2016 • 10:00-12:00pm Kinburn Community Centre 3045 Kinburn Side Road, Kinburn, ON • December 3rd, 2016 • 2:00-4:00pm Intercultural Dialogue Institute 335 Michael Cowpland Drive #112, Kanata, ON For more information, please contact his office at 613-599-3000 or email jack.maclarenco@pc.ola.org

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Earl of March player Shwan Majeed (right) defends the ball from St. Pius X player Jonathan Johnson during a soccer game between the two schools at Earl of March on Nov.8. St. Pius X won the game in a pentalty shootout with a score of 2-1. The game was the National Capital Secondary Schools Athletic Association soccer championship final.

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Tourney proceeds recently donated to CHEO cardiology dept.

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When the bats started swinging and baseballs were lobbed over home plate, Timothy Sullivan knew all the hard work was worth it.

Parents of seven- and eight-yearold players with the South Ottawa Blues travelling team sprang into action after learning that the registration deadline to take part in the Scott Tokessy Memorial Gold Glove Tournament in Kanata had been missed.

“It was great. I was so pleased with how it had come together so quickly,” said Sullivan, principal of SullivanLaw, based in Billings Bridge, which sponsored the inaugural SullivanLaw Coach-Pitch Tournament.

The day-long event back on Aug. 6 at the Canterbury ball diamonds drew two little league teams from east Nepean and one from Orléans.

“It was really organized during practices and games,” Sullivan told Metroland Media of the organizing efforts demonstrated by parents.

The sponsorship helped keep registration fees low for participating teams, which played four games each, enjoyed a pizza lunch. There were also water bottle prizes and MVP medals.

“Friendly tournaments are a great way for the kids to test the skills they’ve learned during the season and get together with friends across the region.”

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And thanks to this support and that shown by the Canterbury Community Association, which provided the ball diamonds and some treats for free, the south-end team was recently able to take the remaining

Poppy Sales I was pleased to join the Air Cadets from 706 Ottawa Snowy Owl Air Cadet Squadron, and Navy Cadets from the Centurion Sea Cadet Corps as they sold Remembrance Day poppies.

It was terrific to meet and chat with such engaged young citizens, and to speak to so many constituents. I hope you all had a chance to attend a ceremony to thank and pay tribute to our Veterans.

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Alta Vista resident and Billings Bridge lawyer Timothy Sullivan joined other parents to organize the SullivanLaw Coach-Pitch Tournament in Alta Vista this summer after they missed out on a popular Kanata tourney. Proceeds from the event have been donated to CHEO. funds collected — $525.04 — and donate to CHEO’s cardiology department.

“We wanted to stay consistent with the Scott Tokessy,” Sullivan said of the chosen charity. Sullivan’s eight-year-old daughter, Hannah, plays on the Blues.

Colin Brearley, coach of the South Ottawa Blues, touted the benefits of the tournament experience.

“Friendly tournaments are a great way for the kids to test the skills they’ve learned during the season and get together with friends across the region,” he said in an emailed statement. “We really appreciated those parents who organized this great day of baseball.”

When asked if there is a possibility a south-end tourney could be held annually from now on, Sullivan said it could be done, but that this tournament was organized out of necessity.

“It was more of an urgent thing,” he said.

“That would be something for the league and the parents to decide.”

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What a thrill to listen to Grade 2 and 3 students as they performed war-time songs to residents of Stonehaven Manor. Everyone had such a great time and the students did an amazing job. I would like to extend my thanks to the organizers for their kind invitation to attend and sing along with the students. Following the singing, I was delighted to speak to the seniors and answer their questions.

West Carleton Remembrance Day Service I want to thank the West Carleton Legion for their excellent Remembrance Day ceremony in Constance Bay. I was thrilled to see so many people turn out for the event, and it was great to see so many young people. As always, it was nice to meet and speak to Veterans and their familities.

Ottawa Veterans Honoured

It was my privilege to attend a medals ceremony at the Embassy of France. The French ambassador presented 8 Ottawa-area Veterans the insignia of Knight in the National Order of the Legion of Honor of the French Republic, on behalf of the Government of France. The Veterans were awarded the medal for their contributions during the Second World War.

Aboriginal Remembrance Day In my capacity as Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs, I was honoured to attend an Aboriginal Veterans Day Ceremony in Winnipeg. I was happy to speak to so many people from this great community.

Working for and Representing Kanata-Carleton It is such an honour and privilege to serve as your Member of Parliament and I look forward to meeting and working with you all. Please feel free to contact our office at 613-592-3469 or by email at Karen.McCrimmon@parl.gc.ca. Please follow me on Facebook at karenmccrimmon.ca.

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Young musicians to embark on cross-country tour

BY JESSICA CUNHA jessica.cunha@metroland.com

A group of seven young Ottawa musicians will cross Canada in 2017 performing at youth centres to celebrate the country’s 150th anniversary.

The Youth X Canada Music Tour 2017 will feature north Kanata artist Taylor Miles, Stittsville’s Noah Gardiner (stage name 4PointPanic), Ottawa musician Stefani Fedra and Gatineau’s Andrew Cassara, who will headline the tour. along with his bandmates.

Aside from performing across the country, the artists will also take part in workshops with youth about positive mental health.

“We’re not just going to play for people,” said 20-year-old Cassara, who grew up in Orléans. “We’re also going there to talk with people and inspire them. We don’t just show up and leave.”

Partners for Mental Health is one of the tour partners, along with Youth Centres Canada and SGM Group Artists.

Partners for Mental Health is a national charity that provides information and training to youth and youth groups in rural areas, towns and small cities.

“This seemed like a great opportunity to bring music and mental health together,” said PJ Vankoughnett-Olson, director of volunteer services and stakeholder relations.

“There’s a definite link between music and expression and mental health and mental wellness,” she said. “Partners for Mental Health was created with the idea that it’s time we start thinking and supporting mental health in a way that is positive. This is such a great opportunity to do that.”

The tour visits every province and territory, and the majority of cities and towns the musicians will play are small and rural.

“That’s what really appealed to us about it; there’s a lot of high-risk communities involved here,” said Vankoughnett-Olson.

“It’s an amazing opportunity,” said Cassara. “Especially to go and inspire

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The artists will host a kick-off event on Friday, Nov. 18, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Osgoode Youth Association, located at 5479 Osgoode Main St. YOUTH X CANADA

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The tour is the brainchild of Diane McNulty, Glen Cairn resident and founder of the Kanata Haven Youth Centre.

The musicians were asked what it means to be a Canadian music artist and “they were stumped,” said McNulty. “They were all proud to come from Canada but they couldn’t pinpoint what made them a Canadian music artist. After this tour, they’re going to come back with a completely different answer.

They’re going to know what it means to be a Canadian music artist.”

McNulty, who has hosted a number of mental health workshops in the community, said including a mental health aspect to the tour was a natural direction. “You go into these communities, you talk to the kids and just connect with them with music as a tool,” she said. “In a lot of these communities there isn’t a lot of support, so we’ll be bringing information. It’s helping to break the stigma.

“It’s bringing it all together with music as the foundation.”

The tour will include visiting some tourist attractions and historical areas throughout the country, said McNulty, but didn’t want to give anything away as it will be a surprise for the artists.

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The tour, travel and accommodations are expected to cost an estimated $200,000.

The group is applying for a number of Canada 150 grants, and seeking sponsorships and donations to help cover some of the costs.

“Seventy-five per cent of the budget is transportation and accommodation, that’s the biggest challenge,” said McNulty. “We’ve whittled everything down to next to nothing but you can’t whittle down transportation.”

The artists will be blogging their experience, using Facebook live and other social media sites, and will be filming the experience for a documentary.

“These guys are unbelievable,” said McNulty. “They’re learning about the business and they’re learning about touring, which is going to be invaluable.

“For Canada’s 150th, what better way to celebrate?”

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Proceeds raised at that event will benefit the youth Two concerts will be held program at Partners for over two days this month Mental Health. Tickets are to raise funds for a national $10 in advance. They can be charity that addresses mental purchased online on Eventbrite at bit.ly/2dFxr7E or at health issues.

The two Raise Your Voice the door for $12.

“One thing we realize is music events, on Nov. 20 and 21, will raise funds for two one in five youth are develprograms offered by Partners oping depression and mental health issues,” said Dixon. for Mental Health.

“It’s two days of music fes- “The youth program is … an tivals, one for youth and one opportunity for youth to disfor the workplace program,” cuss issues freely and to get said Michael Dixon, co-chair help when needed.

“I read something the of the Ottawa chapter of Partners for Mental Health. other day that depression is “One thing that we wanted the only illness where people to do is have something in get upset with the person the west end of the city. dealing with that – we want Especially in the outlying ar- to change that. We want our eas there isn’t a whole lot of youth to know there is a safe help for kids. That’s a serious place to go.”

The second event takes issue.”

The first fundraiser will be place Nov. 21, from 11 a.m. on Nov. 20, from 2 to 9 p.m., to 10 p.m. at the Milestones at Fat Tuesdays in the Kana- in the Kanata Centrum. ta Centrum. The music festi- Musical entertainment will val will feature local artists include performances by Anincluding Andrew Cassara, drew Cassara, Rebecca Rain Stefani Fedra, Taylor Miles, and Adam & Jon. A silent 4PointPanic and Rebecca auction will also be held.

Funds raised at this event Rain, and include a silent

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will benefit the workplace mental health program offered by Partners for Mental Health. Admission is free.

“Employee absenteeism, workplace mental health issues are a big part of that,” said Dixon. “We get employers to sign up to make workplace mental health a part of making sure that workplaces realize that workplace mental health is as valuable as dental coverage. In the old days, it used to be you should never bring your home problems to work and your work problems home but today that’s impossible.”

The two music events are a way to bring music and conversations around mental health together, said Dixon.

“If you find out you have cancer today, in two days SUBMITTED you’re at a hospital getting Stittsville’s Noah Gardiner (stage name 4PointPanic) will take part in the Raise Your Voice treatment. But if you find concert fundraiser on Nov. 20 at Fat Tuesdays in Kanata. out you have a mental illness, you’re waiting months,” he said. “We’re advertising to the community please drop in for lunch, make it a workplace event or pop in for a Notice of a proposed Public Meeting drink or dinner.”

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Public Meeting – Tuesday, December 13, 2016 The purpose of the Public Meeting is to provide the opportunity for the public to make oral and written submissions to the City prior to the amendment being considered by the Council. The Public Meeting will be held as part of the regular scheduled Planning Committee meeting at 9:30 a.m. Ottawa City Hall, 2nd floor, Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West.

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City draft budget sticks to two per cent increase

BY JENNIFER MCINTOSH jennifer.mcintosh@metroland.com

It was for the most part a balanced budget with the two per cent tax increase that has become status quo during Mayor Jim Watson’s tenure – with two notable exceptions.

The long-anticipated low-income bus pass made an appearance in Watson’s budget address, before council tabled the draft budget on Nov. 9.

“This will deal with those that fall through the cracks of the other assistance programs OC Transpo offers,” Watson said.

The pass will cost $57 – which is 50 per cent off the price. This is the city’s largest one-time increase in financial support for public transit in the city’s history, according to the budget documents.

Homeowners will see an increase of two per cent in their tax rate as well as a 2.5 per cent increase in their transit levy. The water rates will go up by five per cent, which means an extra $45 a year for the average home – priced at 395,400 in the deputy treasurer’s report.

The city takes in $3.267 billion annually – 47 per cent of that income comes from property taxes. Fees and service charges make up another 25 per cent.

The stormwater rate for the city’s rural customers will be phased in starting 2017 and fully implemented to those who are already connected in 2018.

New fixed and volumetric water and wastewater rates will be implemented in 2018.

Aside from the bus pass, the other exception was that the budget deals with the demand on community service organizations. Anti-poverty advocates pleaded with council during last year’s budget process to get a bump in funding to help deal with demand.

Watson announced $610,000 for those agencies, which includes a $500,000 fund that they’d requested and a two per cent increase in their base funding.

“We are hearing from service providers that individuals needs are not being met because of rapid growth,” Watson said.

The arts got a big boost, in the form of a renewable, annual fund for the arts with a total of $300,000.

For 2017 there will be two funds for the arts that total $500,000. Half of that money will go towards the promotion of Ottawa’s festivals and the other half will be for arts chosen by the community.

“We may not see the level of excitement in 2017 again in our lifetime,” Watson said, adding the budget will

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Watson congratulated Kanellakos on his work accomplishing the savings by only shedding one per cent of the city’s workforce.

Assessment growth garnered another $19 million, but despite this, there will be an additional $116 million in additional debt authority, according to city treasurer Marian Simulik.

“Pipes and plants are typically what we borrow for,” she said.

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There will be an additional $116 million in additional debt authority, according to city treasurer Marian Simulik, adding the city typically spends the money on capital projects like pipes and plants. include the arts momentum fund to keep the party going and avoid a hangover for 2018.

The increase in arts and festival funding will be 11 per cent over last year.

“Ottawa is no longer a sleepy government town,” Watson said.

For every dollar the city spends on 2017 celebrations, industry partners and other levels of government pledge four dollars, Watson said.

as well as $8 million on cycling infrastructure and $5 million on sidewalks.

The rural areas will see 110 kilometres in road repair to the tune of $23 million.

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The city plans to fund some of the new projects through the recent administrative restructuring, which brought about 133 layoffs this year.

Those changes to the city’s corporate structure saved about $18.4 milINFRASTRUCTURE SPENDING lion, said city manager Steve KanelThe budget includes $67 million lakos.

Kanellakos said he didn’t foresee on light rail construction spending, any more layoffs.

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PUBLIC MEETINGS All public meetings will be held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted.

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Tuesday, November 22 Planning Committee - Budget 9:30 a.m., Champlain Room Arts, Culture, Heritage and Recreation Advisory Committee - Budget 6:30 p.m., Champlain Room Wednesday, November 23 City Council Meeting 10 a.m., Andrew S. Haydon Hall Thursday, November 24 Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee - Budget 10 a.m., The Chamber, Ben Franklin Place, 101 Centrepointe Drive Did you know you can receive e-mail alerts regarding upcoming meetings? Sign up today at ottawa.ca/ subscriptions.

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Also, the city will be once again doubling down on the snow removal budget, adding another $4.5 million to the coffers thanks to a suggestion by consultants KPMG. There’s $2 million on the books to study a central library site, but no money in the budget for the actual building.

Simulik said that’s standard operating procedure, that council would hear about the site and the budget for a new library soon and then try and find the funding for it.

The library’s 2017 budget includes a 2.97 per cent increase, or $1.35 million in additional funding. The total budget for 2017 is about $46.7 million.

In addition to the business case – defining the scope, options and related costs of renewing or relocating the Rosemount branch – the budget also includes $2 million for the planning phase of the central library branch, $500,000 for the architectural plans for a new branch for the Riverside South area and $485,000 for collections.

About $645,000 of the increase is needed for staffing costs, according to budget documents.

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It breaks down to $179.1 million in direct benefits and $76.9 million in indirect benefits. That’s $635 per household, $1,038 per cardholder and $266 per citizen.

The next step is to look at the social benefits of having libraries. That study is planned for 2018.

“The social impacts are much larger,” Fleming said, adding it’s hard to put a value on children’s literacy.

That study will look at the social determinants of health, including income and social status.

“We want to be able to capture that too to help direct activities going forward.”

Answering a question by board member Allan Higdon about how the study could be used to enhance the overall system or be used to look at gaps, Fleming said those decisions could be made after the social side is looked at.

“You can’t isolate this stuff; it’s like two halves and they should be considered together.”

Since the study uses a method used by other Ontario libraries, board member Kathy Fisher wondered how the city stacked up compared to the others.

“Are we ahead of the curve, are we a leader, or are we a follower?” she asked.

Fleming assured her that using the model the library compares well and it’s consistent with other libraries doing this kind of work, even though during the study they made some

conservative adjustments.

“We all know libraries have value and that people in Ontario derive benefit … now we actually put a figure to that for our libraries,” said library CEO Danielle McDonald in response to the numbers presented.

“And when you think about the cost of ignorance, it puts it all in perspective,” chimed in Higdon.

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The three were brought to the surface by emergency crews shortly after rebar being used inside the tunnel fell. Two workers were uninjured while one suffered a minor injury to his hand and was taken to the Civic campus of the Ottawa Hospital.

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“It was not a tunnel collapse,” he told media after seeing the site. “There was some spraying of concrete onto one part of the tunnel ... by the OC Transpo bus stop and some rebar landed partially on the equipment they were using and, as I understand it, partially on the ground.”

In a statement, John Manconi, the city’s general manager of transportation services, said workers were applying concrete to the side wall of a tunnel near an east portal.

“Some reinforcing steel came loose and was resting on the workers’ lift, requiring them to seek assistance in lowering the lift safely,” Manconi said in an email. “All of the workers are out of the tunnel, one with a minor injury to his hand.”

Watson said the workers were expected to go home not long after the rescue, and he spoke with two of the workers and thanked them for taking all the right steps to ensure their own safety was protected.

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The usual crowd at Canadian Tire Place makes noise, be it for the Ottawa Senators or a rock star.

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We Day was held inside the Sens home rink on Nov. 9. What has become an annual event draws more than 15,000 students from schools across eastern Ontario and west Quebec, where they hear motivational speeches and music from local and international guests.

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Wenjack asked the audience to stand as she sang a song, and the youngsters paid rapt attention. Gord kept the focus on Wenjack, entering and departing with a wave to the audience. He did not speak.

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Hunter Fleming, a Grade 4 student from Cantley, Quebec, shared lunch with his mother and friends while sharing his favourite parts of the morning.

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As Crime Prevention Week kicked off in the city, community members and organizations who have done their part to keep the city safe were recognized at city hall.

The eighth annual Community Safety Awards were held at city hall on Nov. 7, recognizing both finalists and winners from across the city the day after the crime prevention week officially started.

Mayor Jim Watson said the recipients were “excellent examples of doing what you can to help do what they can to help our city be a safer place.”

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Mildred Doull passed away peacefully at the Forest Hill Retirement Home in Kanata, Ontario at the age of 103. Her husband, Kenneth Doull passed in 1988 after a loving marriage of 48 years. They were married just before WWII and were separated for five years. She leaves behind son Richard, daughter in-law Cathy and grandchildren Matthew and Ryan. Millie has been interred at Capital Cemetery in Ottawa, next to Kenny where they will rest forever together. She was born in PEI, 5 February 1913 and told stories of taking the horse and sleigh into Charlottetown from the farm to do Christmas shopping. What an incredible life and what a wonderful, kind and giving woman!

May27, 1927 – November 10, 2016 Passed away peacefully at the Ottawa Hospital – General Campus on Thursday morning. She was 89. Daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rose; formerly of Ste. Anne de Bellevue. Predeceased by her sisters: Betty Cochrane (late Donald) and Marjorie Rose as well as her brother, Leslie Rose (late Thelma). Loving and loveable aunt of Nancy Kuehn (Harold), Peter Cochrane (Margaret), Tierney Rose, Penny Dineley (Stephen) and Michael Rose (Susan). Pat grew up in a loving home in St. Anne de Bellevue, Quebec, but was bereft of her mother at the age of two. When she reached high school age, she attended Ontario Ladies College in Whitby. After that, Pat went to work for C.J.A.D. radio station in Montreal, where she worked until she took a position in the ophthalmology department at Montreal General Hospital. She retired at age 66 and became active in many clubs, but she especially liked working at her church, St. George’s Anglican Church on Stanley Street in Montreal. Pat moved to the Arnprior Villa by Revera in 2013, and spent three happy years there until her health declined rapidly this past summer. Loved by all who knew her, Pat will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Friends were invited to join the family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Sunday afternoon, November 13th from 1 until 3 p.m. A Funeral Service will be conducted in St. George’s Anglican Church, 1101 Stanley Street, Montreal on Saturday morning, November 26th at 11 o’clock.

Interment will follow at the Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Pointe Claire.

In memory of Patricia Rose, please consider a donation to the Renfrew County Alzheimer Society or St. George’s Anglican Church, 1101 Stanley Street, Montreal, P.Q. H3B 2S6.

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CLIFFORD, GWEN (Long time member of the Mons Rebekah Lodge Lodge 203, Arnprior) Peacefully at Brucelea Haven, Kincardine in the early morning hours of Sunday, November 13th, 2016; Gwendolyn Lydia Clifford formerly of Arnprior passed away following a lengthy illness. She was 88. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Clifford (October 27, 2011). Dearly loved “Mom” of Tom (Darlene) of Kincardine; Bruce (Lucie) and Peter (Marnie), both of Timmins; Debbie Bakker of London, ON and Kathy Germain (Randy) of Manitouwadge, ON. Predeceased by a daughter, Brenda Clifford. Last surviving child of the late Joseph Carr and the late Lydia Tucker, Gwen was predeceased by her siblings: Ken Bayford (late Dolly), George Bayford, Ted Bayford, Joseph Carr and Kathleen Gagné. Also survived by 16 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandson. Friends were invited to join Gwen’s family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. and again after 10 a.m.

Thursday. A Service in remembrance of Gwen was conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel on Thursday morning at 11 o’clock. Interment followed at the Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior. In memory of Gwen, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer Society.

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Suddenly at the Ottawa Hospital – General Campus on Tuesday evening, November 8th, 2016; Tony Hall of Ottawa passed away at the age of 60. Dear son of Margaret Hall (formerly of Arnprior) and the late James Hall. Beloved husband of the late Marlene Gallinger (nee Hertz). Dearly loved father of Candice Kassam (Zainul) and Christina Gallinger.

Cherished “Grandpa” of Sarrah, Shairose, Nadira and Alexander. Dear brother of Patricia “Trish” Hall (Grahame Hall) and Beverley Curry (Donald). Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends were invited to join Tony’s family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday morning, November 12th from 10 until 11:45 a.m. and where a funeral service was conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel at 12 noon. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior. In memory of Tony, a donation to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.

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After a lengthy illness, Jean Buker passed away at the Ottawa General Hospital on Monday, November 7, 2016. Beloved wife and best friend of Ken Buker of Renfrew. She is survived by her sisters Anne (Gordon) Wittkie, Eleanor McDonald, Judy Murray and Marylou Murray (Paul Byers) all of Cardinal; Brother-in-law Brian Mallon of Ottawa and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Gus and Evelyn Murray, a sister Connie Mallon and brothers-in-law Pat McDonald and Owen Campbell. A funeral service will be held at the Irvine Memorial Chapel at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, 2451 County Road 15, Maitland on Saturday, November 19, 2016 at 11 am followed by a reception.

Donations to the Kidney Dialysis Unit at the Renfrew Victoria Hospital or the charity of your choice would be appreciated.

Send condolences, make a donation or share a special thought of Jean online at www.irvinememorial.com.

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HELP WANTED Wesley Clover Parks is hiring equestrian grooms! We are seeking self-motivated individuals with previous horse experience. If interested please submit resumes to angela.erickson@wesleycloverparks.com

~ Prime Location w/ a Successful History ~ Evenson Heating has been Arnprior’s choice for Heating & Air conditioning service for over 40 years. This 2nd generation family business is now retiring. They have valued your loyal patronage & have appreciated your confidence over the years. They take this opportunity to Thank Everyone. Featuring a 75’x75’ lot (+/-) w/ a frame bldg w/ steel roof. Showroom, office, workshop & storage. Services include 100 amps on fuses, Heil central air conditioner, natural gas F/A furnace (’05). On town water/sewer. Detached steel sided/ roofed 20’x30’ (+/-) garage. Circular drive. Zoned MUC (Mixed Use Commercial). There is a ton of potential w/ this property. With a small amount of remodelling you can own/operate your own lucrative business.

Taxes $ 5364.00 (+/-). Plan 7E Pt Lot 1. The seller has agreed to accept the highest bid without reserve, regardless of price. For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office at 613-267-6027 or 613-326-0461.

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Refrigeration gauge. 3 tinsmith anvils. Several hardings.

Pipe turning machines. Ridgid pipe threaders w/ various heads (1/4” to 2”). Rigid pipe vise on stand. Bench grinder. Bench vise. Antique leg vise. Hole saw. Hilti gun.

Makita hammer drill. Misc. hand & elec. tools. Flaring tools. Hepa air clean h/e air cleaner (new). Cozy 15,000 BTU propane heater (new). Superior 45,000 BTU radiant tube propane heater (new). New black iron fittings. Qty steel pipes. Underground gas & oil piping. Plastic drain line tubing. 12”x12” ceiling diffusers. Furnace parts & filters. New Whirlybird turbine vents. New duct work.

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Erin Flemming said one of the most impactful moments of the program was when a male student realized he had been abusive to a former girlfriend, phoned her to apologize, and pledged not to do it in the future.

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Above: From left, Christine Hubley, her five-month-old daughter Macara, and first-time grandfather Coun. Allan Hubley get in the festive spirit during the tree lighting ceremony.

A group of Glen Cairn youths cheer as two trees are lit with thousands of Christmas lights on Nov. 14. Hundreds of people turned out for the fifth annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony at the Glen Cairn Tennis Club, hosted by the local community association and Coun. Allan Hubley. There are plans in the works to host tree lighting ceremonies at the Eva James Community Centre and one near Crown Ridge, but details haven’t been finalized.

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Dr. Duncan Stewart, a Nepean resident, was recently recognized for past and ongoing research into stem cell therapies when he received the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute’s Dr. J. David Grimes Career Achievement Award during the Ottawa Hospital Gala on Nov. 5

Taking medicine from bench to bedside Researcher recognized for translating world-first research into practice

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In a laboratory on the sixth floor of the Ottawa Hospital’s critical care wing, situated on the General campus, Dr. Duncan Stewart and his team of researchers are using stem cells in ways no researcher has before.

His stem cell therapy trials – studying the effects of the cells on patients being treated for pulmonary hypertension, heart

attack and septic shock – are unprecedented.

Stewart – who, in addition to his scientific research is an active clinician with a roster of patients – was presented with the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute’s Dr. J. David Grimes Career Achievement Award for his ongoing work with stem cells on Nov. 5.

It’s not his first accolade, but the context in which he was nominated makes it

special for Stewart.

“It’s particularly important to me because it comes from the people I work with, my colleagues here at the institute that decide who should be this year’s recipient of these awards,” Stewart said.

“So the fact that these folks I work with and have the utmost respect for have decided that I should get this award makes it very special.”

Although the award recognizes an OHRI researcher’s long-standing career, Stewart’s work in clinical stem cell trials is far from over.

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After wrapping up 2016 with new praise for past work, in 2017 he will set his sights on his next big project: the second phase of the original pulmonary hypertension trial.

Stewart launched that trial in 2006 while working in Toronto, 10 years after a revelation over steak dinner.

In the 1990s, Stewart conducted research using gene and stem cell therapy to treat the deadly disease – a chronic high-blood pressure condition affecting arteries in the lungs and the right side of the heart – in animal models.

Untreated, the disease often leads to heart failure.

In the mid-’90s he was invited to dine with a lawyer whose daughter suffered from pulmonary hypertension.

Over dinner, the man urged Stewart to shift his focus from animal models to human ones, in hopes that he could develop a cure for the rare condition.

That was when Stewart realized if he didn’t develop therapies to treat the then under-researched condition, there was a chance no one would.

Stewart said there is limited research because the disease isn’t widespread and there is not a lot of money in it for pharmaceutical companies.

“I realized that unless, as an acting researcher-physician, I started working in this area and trying to develop something, it wasn’t going to happen,” he said.

His first trial in 2006 yielded positive results, with patients finding it easier to breathe and exercise after the therapy.

It didn’t come in time to save the lawyer’s daughter, but it did lay the groundwork for an important bridge between the laboratory and the clinic – or the bench and the bedside – that Stewart has been working

to build ever since.

“You become passionate about this,” he said, “because these are your patients and you want to do something.”

Despite the demands of his research, Stewart, who also serves as the Ottawa Hospital’s executive vice-president of research and as a professor at the University of Ottawa, continues to work as a clinical physician.

Since moving to Ottawa in 2007, Stewart and his team have completed world-first stem cell therapy clinical trials for heart attack and septic shock.

In each case, his team genetically modifies stem cells collected from a patient and

the therapies on a larger group of patients.

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Dr. Bernard Thébaud, a professor of pediatrics at the University of Ottawa, a neonatal doctor at CHEO and a close colleague of Stewart, joined the OHRI specifically to work with Stewart.

Thébaud himself is developing stem cell therapies to treat premature babies, and he said collaborating on research and sharing ideas with Stewart has the potential to further both doctors’ research, but has also allowed him to work alongside a scientist he admires.

“He’s really up there and puts Ottawa on the map, and OHRI and our research institute as well. It’s true innovation and it will change the face of medicine for the next 20 years.”

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injects them back into the same patient.

The premise of the therapies is that, depending on the condition and the organs affected, the stem cells will work to repair, regenerate and protect the cells that make up those organs.

“It’s quite different (each therapy), because the reason you’re giving the stem cells, the activity that you’re looking for can be quite different,” Stewart said.

“Stem cells can do both things. So it’s a somewhat different activity that we’re looking for.”

With the first phases of three trials complete, Stewart is preparing to carry out the second, which will measure the positive effects, if any, of

“For me he serves as a role model because that’s exactly what I want to do for neonatal diseases,” he said. “It’s very inspiring to see his success and to see that it is feasible.”

From where he’s standing as a researcher conducting his own innovative research, Thébaud has a good vantage point from which to see how stem cell therapy research is advancing across the world.

What he sees is Stewart standing at the helm.

“This is not just novel in Canada, it’s worldwide unique,” he said. “So he’s really up there and puts Ottawa on the map, and OHRI and our research institute as well.

It’s true innovation and it will change the face of medicine for the next 20 years.”

Old-Fashioned Christmas coming

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Disturbingly, the survey found that knowledge of how charities operate is low. Only 25 per cent of Canadians said they were highly or very familiar with charities and their activities. Those who expressed a high degree of familiarity were also significantly more trusting and likely to donate.

Other survey highlights: 82 per cent of Canadians believe charities are important to Canadians 76 per cent think charities have a positive impact

25 per cent say they are highly familiar with charities and their activities, while 55 per cent say they are somewhat familiar and 21 per cent were unfamiliar 36 per cent described themselves as highly trusting of charities; 37 per cent were somewhat trusting and 27 per cent expressed low trust 58 per cent investigate how a charity is operated before getting involved 50 per cent think charities are well managed 70 per cent of Canadians made a donation in the past year “Giving donors the knowledge and insight needed to build their trust is perhaps the most important governance issue facing charities today,” says Bruce MacDonald, president and CEO of Imagine Canada. “These findings strongly suggest highly transparent organizations have a profound marketplace advantage in terms of building donor trust, raising funds and attracting volunteers. The fact that only half of Canadians rank charities as being open and transparent should give every leader in the sector pause for thought.”

One of the most effective ways to demonstrate account-

ability and transparent management is to participate in Imagine Canada’s Standards Program, which is open to all charities and nonprofits. This comprehensive third-party accreditation initiative involves rigorous peer review of board governance, financial accountability and transparency, fundraising, staff management and volunteer involvement.

Although the program is relatively new, the survey revealed that 37 per cent of Canada’s best known charities now display the Imagine Canada’s Standards Program Trustmark and many more are now going through the accreditation process.

Visit www.imaginecanada.ca for a complete listing of accredited charities along with a comprehensive “Guide to Giving” to help donors become more familiar with charities of interest.

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HOME BUILDING METHODS FACE MAJOR CHANGES (MS) - All across North America, home builders tend to agree that the better real estate investments -- for both the occupant and for future re-sale value -- may be best served by a whole new approach to construction. One major change addressing energy consumption and rising fuel costs is the optional use of an air-tight, solid concrete system to replace inefficient wood framing. Insulated concrete forms (ICFs) erect a building with an interlocking system, similar to Lego.

“It’s a switch for builders, but those who have switched over tell us it’s quite easy to build with ICFs,” says Todd Blyth at Nudura, a leading name in the field. “Customer demand has driven this change and builders are now seeing how green construction options can have a positive impact on their business.”

Indeed, concrete is plentiful and it’s in high demand. The ICF system is now the choice wallbuilding method on ‘net-zero’ construction projects south of the border. The term net-zero applies to buildings that are so energy efficient they don’t tap any public utility fuel supplies at all. ICF construction has already produced netzero elementary schools in the United States, where Canadian technology was applied with the Nudura system of ICFs. The goal in the future is for as many homes, schools, and public buildings as possible to be designed for netzero from the ground up.

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If this type of energy-efficiency sounds right for you, too, be sure to make specific requests to your builder, Blyth says. Underscoring these proactive measures, the non-profit organization LEED also reminds us that constructing a green home leaves a much smaller carbon footprint due to less demand on natural resources.

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PROS AND CONS OF OPEN FLOOR PLANS Open floor plans have evolved to be the floor plan of choice in new homes and current home renovations. Turn on a home renovation show, and you’re likely to see eager homeowners knocking down walls to open the kitchen to the family room. Walls have become anathema to homeowners.

There are many supporters of the open floor plan, particularly those who entertain frequently or like to keep an eye on children throughout the house.

Although open floor plans are touted, there are plenty of people who have never been enamored with having all of their rooms flowing into one. There also are some people who prefer a different style.

For those who are not fans of the open floor plan, blame the excess of the 1980s for their inception. In homes built in the 1960s and 1970s, rooms were compartmentalized and isolated for specific activities. During the 1980s, an era of “bigger is better,” when entertaining was widely popular among homeowners, designers noticed that many homeowners preferred an open floor plan in which rooms merged into one another, creating the illusion of more space.

These floor plans also enable people to be in separate rooms and still interact with one an-

other across the space.

A home’s floor plan largely depends on the preference of the homeowner. There are many advantages to having an open floor plan versus one that is more compartmentalized. Here is a look at some of the pros and cons.

Pro: Open floor plans can be safer for parents of young children. If the home opens up with the living spaces branching off from the kitchen, parents can keep an eye on children while the parents prepare dinner. It also eliminates the number of places that kids can hide and get into mischief.

Con:Privacy is reduced in a home with few walls. Much in the way that an open floor plan enables children to be seen from every angle, it also enables you to be seen -- and all of your belongings as well. There’s also no place to retreat to if you need a minute to collect yourself when entertaining. You’re on display unless you retreat to the bathroom.

Pro: Entertaining can be easier in a home with an open floor plan because hosts and hostesses are not separated from their guests or holed up in the kitchen the entire time. An open space enables everyone to mingle and conversations to flow.

Con: Those who like to host events without showing guests all of their dirty dishes or se-

crets of the kitchen may dislike an open floor plan.

Pro: Light can flow effectively through an open space, minimizing dark rooms and reducing the need to install more windows. Light in and of itself can help a home feel more spacious.

Con: While light can flow easily, so can sound. Noises through the house may be amplified. A student doing homework in the dining room may be disturbed by the television blaring in the family room. Talking on the phone or even finding a quiet nook to read a book may be challenging.

Pro:Open floor plans allow for more family time together in one space than a home with a more compartmentalized layout.

Con: People who are collectors or who have a lot of furniture or accent items may find that open floor plans do not work well with this type of design mantra.

Pro: Because several rooms run into one another, color choices for walls and furnishings in a home with an open floor plan can be limited and cohesive, making choices easier.

Con: On the flip side, those who want to incorporate different color schemes and eclectic styles may have difficulty deciding on where to “end” rooms or how to co-mingle furniture.

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OPTIONS ABOUND WHEN LAYING A NEW DRIVEWAY A driveway is more than just a place to park your car. The right driveway material can add considerable curb appeal to your home, increasing its resale value along the way.

Homeowners have many options at their disposal when choosing a driveway material, and the right material for one home may not be the best fit for another. The following is a rundown of popular driveway surfaces and what homeowners can expect of each of them.

Brick

Many homeowners believe brick driveways provide the most aesthetic appeal, and it’s hard to argue with the beauty of brick driveways and walkways. Brick driveways come in various colors and hues, and many homeowners opt to have the color of their brick driveways match their landscaping, which further adds to curb appeal. But that curb appeal is only appealing if the driveway is designed and installed correctly, and homeowners can expect to pay a premium for that, as brick driveway installation is very labor intensive.

Gravel

Gravel driveways may not be as commonplace as they once were, but this cost effective driveway material is still an option. Homeowners who live in regions with mild winters without snow might benefit most from gravel driveways, which can be difficult to negotiate when shoveling snow. Gravel tends to be the least expensive driveway material to install, but professionals may recommend that a new top layer of gravel be laid once or twice a year to replace material lost to wind and everyday usage.

Asphalt

Asphalt remains a popular drive-

way material, thanks in large part to its practicality and ease of installation. Unlike other driveway surface materials, asphalt is available in just one color, black, and that lack of versatility has led many homeowners to consider other options. But asphalt remains an affordable driveway surface material that’s relative-

ly easy to repair. Cracks and holes in asphalt are somewhat common, but resealing such blemishes once every three to five years is typically enough to maintain the appearance of an asphalt driveway.

Concrete

Concrete driveways are popular

thanks in large part to their affordability and aesthetic appeal. Concrete can be susceptible to extremely cold weather, but many homeowners prefer concrete because of its versatility.

Concrete can be stamped or dyed to provide a unique look, which can increase curb appeal. Concrete can be expensive to maintain, particularly

when the material cracks. In addition, gas and oil spills are more noticeable on a concrete surface than other driveway surface materials.

When replacing an existing driveway, homeowners have an array of new surface materials to choose from, and each material has its pros and cons.

HOW TO GET HIGH HEAT WITHOUT THE HIGH BILLS There’s nothing cozier than a warm home during the winter months.

But does your jaw drop every time you see your bill? High energy costs are a burden and frustration for many of us who are looking to reduce our monthly expenses while still keeping our home warm.

Fortunately there are a number of energy efficient heat source op4 Floor Plan - Thursday, November 17, 2016

tions to consider. Before making a transition, make sure that you carefully weigh all your heating options.

Research thoroughly and choose the option that’s best suited for your home.

“No matter what type of renovation project you’re working on, contact your insurance company to let them know,” recommends Glenn Cooper from Aviva Canada. “New features such as a new heating sys-

tem can impact your coverage, so it’s something you need to tell your insurer about.”

Here are three alternative ways that many people are now using to heat their homes:

1. Solar power.

Perhaps the most popular alternative way to heat your home and water, solar power uses panels, collectors, or evacuated tubes to pow-

er heating or water.

2. Geothermal heating.

This method of heating is efficient and environmentally friendly. This system uses the earth’s heat, large coils that are buried underground, and a compressor to extract heat from water stored in tubes. While the initial cost to install the system is expensive, it may increase the re-

sale value of your home.

3. Hydronic heating.

Also referred to as radiant floor heating, this energy efficient method uses tubes that run under the floors of your home. Hot water is pumped through the plastic tubes to heat your floors and rooms.

Find more information from your insurance or online at avivacanada. com.

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Terra Flats at Fernbank Crossing offers the best in value-minded condos.

“Our condo flats offer remarkable layouts, combining functional small-space solutions and elegant design elements. Perfect for first-time buyers and empty-nesters - our flexible plans offer something for everyone,” says Rahul Kochar, Vice President.

Terra Flats condos have all of the features you could ask for with a location that is hard to beat. This site is well under construction so move fast before they sell out. The first 10 buyers will receive no condo fees for the first two years or stainless steel appliances.

Starting at $214,900 to $223,900, Terra Flats highlights innovative design and quality throughout. The Ventus urban flat is open concept, featuring a den (perfect for a work space), spacious living and dining room as well as a balcony, in-suite laundry closet and tons of storage.

With 974 sq. ft. of living space, the unit has two bedrooms and two full baths. The master suite includes a large walk-in closet as well as an ensuite bath.

Starting at $223,900 the Sol urban flat is a bright and sunny unit, featuring a 20′ x 6′ balcony and open concept layout. The spacious kitchen includes a work island with seating and opens into the living/dining room featuring access to the balcony and an additional window for extra light.

At 1,081 sq. ft., the Sol has two bedrooms and two full bathrooms as well as in-suite laundry closet. The master suite features a huge window, large walk-in closet, and ensuite bath.

Kanata’s most progressive new community has two neighbourhoods. Fernbank Crossing features single-family bungalows alongside the Terra Flats condos, all nestled in an expanse of greenspace and yet conveniently located for shopping and entertainment outings with your family and friends.

Terra Flats at Fernbank Crossing is part of the Golden Triangle bordered by Terry Fox Drive, Hazeldean Road, and Eagleson Road.

Within a five km radius you can shop at Kanata Centrum with over 75 businesses including banks, doctor’s offices, salons, bookstores, clothing and sports retailers, movie theatres, and more. And with more than 20 restaurants in the area, there is plenty of variety and flavour when it is time to take a break and relax.

Only a short drive takes you to the Hazeldean strip with new stores like Homesense and Bushtukah to the west and the First City Shopping Mall to the east. With a wide range of amenities easily accessible by foot, bike, car, or bus, you are right where you want to be at Terra Flats. Within that same 5 km radius you have top notch schools, libraries, golf courses, and parks including the spectacular Walter Baker Park for those venturing into the great outdoors with a zest for soccer, football, baseball, or hockey.

Commuting is a dream with easy access to the 417 heading east to downtown Ottawa or west to the Canadian Tire Center for a concert or Sens game. Planning a trip to Toronto or the US.? Exit south down Eagleson to Fallowfield and connect easily to the 416 and you are on your way!

When it comes to getting the most out your home investment, Phoenix is the leader.

In all its community development projects, Phoenix Homes builds the highest quality, energy efficient and environmentally friendly, best value homes available in your price range. All homes are built to exacting standards, functional and comfortable, no matter what price.

“We have made it a point to ensure that we are the best value in any area, compared to competition. Generally speaking, we are one step ahead of the competition – quality finishing, bonuses, and upgrades. When you do the math, you will always find that we’re ahead.”

“We invite people to shop and compare. We’ll always have something the others don’t.”

Quality and value are hallmarks of the DCR/Phoenix Group of Companies.

Under the direction of founder Cuckoo Kochar, DCR/ Phoenix has built more than 7,000 homes in Ottawa and the surrounding area since 1997.

“We’re creating communities that we’re proud to live in. Ottawa is our home and we’re committed to making it the best it can be, one home at a time.”

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KEEP POINSETTIAS LOOKING GREAT Along with the fragrant evergreens and twinkling lights synonymous with the holiday season, poinsettias make up a key component of holiday decorating.

Unlike holly and some of the other greenery that is commonly associated with the holidays, poinsettias do not naturally thrive in the colder temperatures.

These plants originate in southern Mexico and were considered an exotic plant when first introduced to the United States by Joel Robert Poinsett, the first American ambassador to Mexico.

Poinsettias can be fickle plants and ones that gardening novices may find challenging to maintain. The plants are comprised of green foliage, colorful (often red) flower bracts, and the actual flowers of the plants, which are the red or green buttonlike parts nestled in the center of the bracts.

Because they are a tropical plant, poinsettias can be damaged by exposure to low temperatures, even if they are only exposed for short periods of time. They should be wrapped and protected against the elements when brought home. For maximum plant life, poinsettias need to be placed near a warm, sunny window, or another area that has ample amounts of light. They thrive in temperatures between 60 and 75 F and should be kept away from warm or cold drafts.

Water the plant whenever the surface feels dry to the touch.

Water until it drains out the bottom, but don’t let the plant sit in

water. Over- or under-watering can cause leaves to drop prematurely and wilt. If your home lacks in humidity, you may need to water the plant more frequently. Poinsettias do not need to be fertilized while the plant is in bloom.

The Ohio State University Extension says poinsettias can be reflowered the following Christmas, but unless a yearlong schedule of care is observed, the results usually are not good. You can speak with a gardening expert or consult online resources for the proper care schedule. Caring for a poinsettia year-round involves gradually drying out the plant and storing it in a cool location. The plant later will be moved outdoors and then back inside and pruned to keep a full shape.

Poinsettias are short-day plants, which means they flower about 10 weeks after the daylight shortens to about 12 hours or less. Many people find the affordability of poinsettias makes it more convenient to buy new ones each year than try to foster regrowth.

Contrary to popular belief, poinsettias are not poisonous to humans or animals, but they should not be ingested due to the potential for allergic reactions. Poinsettias can help remove pollutants from indoor air, which is advantageous during the winter months when doors and windows are typically kept closed.

Select plants that have dark green foliage and no low or damaged leaves. This ensures the best success for keeping poinsettias looking healthy and vibrant throughout the holiday season.

ENJOY AN ECO-FRIENDLY HOLIDAY SEASON The color green is synonymous with the holiday season, as Christmas trees, mistletoe and holiday wreaths feature prominently throughout the month of December. But there are ways to make this holiday season even greener.

• Choose LED holiday lights. Holiday lighting displays help make the season even more special. But traditional incandescent holiday lights consume considerable amounts of energy and burn out much more quickly than more eco-friendly alternatives. According to Energy.gov, LED holiday lights consume less energy than incandescent holiday lights, and they’re also safer because LED lights burn cool, reducing the risk of combustion. In addition, LED lights are more resistant to breaking than incandescent bulbs, which should please homeowners who want to avoid broken or burned out bulbs that can ruin holiday lighting displays.

• Get creative with wrapping paper. The United States Environmental Protection Agency notes that household waste increases by 25 percent between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. That translates to about one million extra tons of waste in the roughly five-week holiday season. Much of that waste is wrapping paper. Instead of purchasing holiday wrapping paper that will ultimately end up in landfills, wrap gifts in reusable gift bags or old newspapers lying around the house. If you must use wrapping paper, choose recycled paper. In addition, save bows, ribbons and undamaged wrapping paper to use again next season.

• Turn down the thermostat. Holiday music fans know that the weather outside can be frightful during the holiday season. But holiday hosts inviting friends and family over this year can turn down the thermostat to save energy and make conditions inside the home more comfortable. Extra bodies inside the house will warm the place up, allowing homeowners to turn down the thermostat during parties. If you’re traveling for the season, program your thermostat so you’re not heating an empty home.

• Send e-cards. Holiday cards are a tradition in many families. But paper cards contribute heavily to that extra million tons of holiday-related waste noted by the EPA. In lieu of paper cards, send e-cards. E-cards can be emailed to friends and family, saving the cost of postage and the fuel required to deliver those cards. In addition, e-cards save families the hassle of signing each individual card.

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CREATE CURBSIDE APPEAL BEYOND BRIGHT LIGHTS ‘Tis the season to primp your house for that festive time of year. And while holiday lights and tinsel will never go out of style, outdoor winter planters have become a spectacle in their own right. They add the perfect amount of greenery, colour, and ecofriendly cheer to brighten your walkway, front door, or balcony.

Follow these easy steps to create curbside appeal with beautiful winter planters.

1. Get inspired. There are over 1000 images of winter gardens online as well as a huge selection of videos from décor mavens revealing their favourite spin on the holiday planter.

Before you start your own project, make sure you have a vision of the look you’d like to achieve and double check that the colour and sizing fit with your outdoor space.

2. Start with a solid base. Keep your winter extra green with earthsavvy planters. Crescendo Urns made

by Multy Home are a great option.

Made using Ontario recycled tire rubber that would otherwise end up in a landfill, this planter is designed to withstand the cold weather. You can also find recycled rubber mulch to fill the base from a variety of manufacturers. This material is ideal because it drains quickly; resists mold, mildew and fungi; and is non-toxic.

3. Create your masterpiece. Consider the climate and the type of foliage that will last throughout the season. Try hardy materials such as evergreen boughs, birch, dogwood, or winterberries. Experiment with heights and textures and add some non-traditional components to make it your own.

4. Complete the package. Consider additional ways to dress up your outdoors with other earth-friendly décor, such as wreaths made from leftover greenery or even recycled ribbon and corks. Add some function and fashion to your front step with a welcome mat made from recycled tires. If you’re planning on stringing up some lights, just make sure they’re energy efficient.

If you are looking to enhance your home, both indoors and out, find creative, eco-friendly solutions on rethinktires.ca. newscanada.com

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Spanish influence found in apple almond custard tart Almonds are an important crop in Spain. A frozen pie shell saves a step, but if you prefer, make and bake a tart shell.

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Carefully remove pie shell from foil pie plate. Place in 9-inch (23 cm)

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Spread evenly in cooled tart shell.

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176 Robertlee Drive, Carp Settle down in this wonderful 3 bedrm bungalow set on a large 115’ x 158’ mature lot within walking distance to Huntley Centennial School, shops, fairgrounds, sports fields, arena & splash pad! This home features a 2 car garage, large storage shed, back patio & deck, natural gas heat, wood-burning fireplace, updated main bath, parquet & tile floors on main floor, nice basement with recrm, 2 spare rooms & a 3 pce bath. Great location! $349,900

104 Bonnie Lane, Marathon Village Terrific 3+1 bedroom home in a great location just 2 minutes outside of Carp Village on a quiet cul-de-sac of homes featuring open concept living, dining & kitchen, hardwood & tile flooring, kitchen with breakfast island, his & her closets in master bedrm, finished basement with 4th bedrm, 3 pce bath, fireplace in famrm & access to garage from laundry room. Propane heat. Huge fenced backyard with deck, above ground pool & nice shed with no rear neighbours $334,900

Lot 2 Old Quarry Road, Maclaren’s Landing Picture living on the water in your new custom home within an easy and scenic 40 minute commute to the city! This beautiful 100' lot is situated on a quiet culde-sac of lovely waterfront homes with a few cottages, on similar size or larger lots! Maclaren's Landing is a friendly riverfront community with its own private sand beach for residents to use for a small annual called The Grove located at the corner of Laurentian Avenue and Cottage Lane. Enjoy all this lifestyle has to offer with fishing, swimming, watersports and miles of boating!! $149,900

Church Services The Anglican Parish of March St John’s South March 325 Sandhill Road, Kanata Sunday Service 9:00 am & 10:30 am Sunday School 10:30 am

St Mary’s North March 2574 6th Line Road, Dunrobin Services and Sunday School 9:00 am

Sunday Worship Service 10:30am.

Sunday School 9:15am.

Adult Bible Class 9:15am.

Rev. Wayne Geick, Pastor Office 613-592-1546 • www.christrisen.com

613-592-4747

St Paul’s Dunrobin 1118 Thomas Dolan Parkway Sunday Service 11:00 am

www.parishofmarch.ca

Grace Baptist Church of Ottawa

SUNDAY SERVICES

2470 Huntley Road

Preaching the Doctrines of Grace

9:00am ~ St John’s 10:30am ~ St James The Apostle

Come when you can and Come as you are.

St. John’s Sixth Line 1470 Donald B Munro Dr

Christ Church Huntley 3008 Carp Rd

St James The Apostle Carp 3774 Carp Rd

PASTOR STEVE STEWART

1600 Stittsville Main Street

Sunday Services at 9:15 and 10:45 AM.

Nursery and Children’s programs running concurrently.

Youth Groups: Transit (Gr 6-8), Tuesdays at 6:30 PM Thirst (Gr 9-12), Wednesdays at 7 PM

Office: 613-836-2606 Web: www.cbcstittsville.com

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

GLEN CAIRN UNITED CHURCH 140 Abbeyhill Dr., Kanata Rev. Brian Copeland

Sunday and weekday Bible studies see our website for times and locations

10:00 am: Service of Worship and Sunday School Pastoral Care & Healing Service: 11:30am - last Sunday of each month

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HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC PARISH A Welcoming Community

613-836-4756 www.gcuc.ca

ST. THOMAS ANGLICAN CHURCH

1489 Shea Road, (corner of Abbott) Stittsville, Ontario K2S 0G8

SUNDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 am & 10:30 am Monsignor Joseph Muldoon, Pastor Parish office - 613-836-8881 Fax - 613-836-8806

OpenSnowflake Table Community Dinner Bazaar th Saturday May 14th, 5 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Saturday November 19 , 11 a.m.

The Reverend Jane McCaig 1619 Stittsville Main Street 613-836-5741

www.holyspiritparish.ca

www.stthomasstittsville.ca

St. Paul's Anglican Church Sunday Eucharist

KANATA BAPTIST CHURCH 465 Hazeldean Rd. • 613-836-3145

Sunday Services 9 & 11:15am 9am Children’s Program Available Pastors: Bob Davies, Stephen Budd & Doug Ward

“Today’s Church for Tomorrow’s World” Celebrating 150 years of Ministry

HolyHoly Communion Sunday 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.a.m.

Sunday Communion: 8:30 and 10:30

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KANATA

Growing, Serving, Celebrating Sunday Sunday Sunday Worship Service 10:00 am Pastor Shaun Seaman

Pastor Shaun Seaman

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20 YOUNG ROAD KANATA • 613-836-1001 www.stpaulshk.org

Please join us at 110 McCurdy Drive, 836-1429, www.trinitykanata.ca 1817 Richardson Side Road. 613-836-1429 www.trinitykanata.ca

WELCOME to our Church St. Paul’s United Church, Carp Service 10:30 a.m.

613-839-2155 www.stpauls-dunrobin.ca stpaulsunitedcarp@sympatico.ca

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SATURDAY SERVICES SABBATH SCHOOL FOR ALL AGES 9:15AM WORSHIP SERVICE 11:00 AM

SERVING KANATA AND STITTSVILLE

Seventh-Day PASTOR: MAROS PASEGGI Adventist 85 LEACOCK DRIVE, KANATA (THE CHRIST RISEN LUTHERAN CHURCH) Church 613-818-9717

Minister of Youth and Discipleship: Nick Trytsman

8:00 am - Said 9:15 am - Choral Music, Sunday School & Nursery 11:00 am - Praise Music, Sunday School & Nursery

Email us at: cbcinfo@cbcstittsville.com

THE OASIS

Reverend Mark Redner 3794 Diamondview Road, Kinburn Friday Healing Service 7:00 p.m.

SundayWorship Service 10:00 a.m.

613-288-8120 www.cometotheoasis.ca ST. ISIDORE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1135 March Rd., Kanata, ON. K2K 1X7 Pastor: Rev. M.M. Virgil Amirthakumar

Mass: Saturday at 5:00 pm Sunday at 9:00 and 11:00 am

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We are a welcoming and friendly community; please come and worship with us in our new church

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Abdul Kareem Kaab was jailed four times as a political prisoner under the regime of former Iraqi president Saddam Hussein.

The longest stretch behind bars was in the former Abu Ghraib prison. Once freed following his last stint in 1991, he said life in Baghdad was never the same.

“It was not a real life for me and my family. You are always hidden,” he said, adding the government refused to hire him as a civil engineer and he was required to check in weekly at the police department.

“It’s a normal story for Iraqis,” said Kaab, who returned home to Baghdad and was appointed to foreign affairs roles beginning in 2009 under a new government. He was posted to Ottawa in March as the Iraqi ambassador to Canada. “Many people have suffered a lot.”

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Abdul Kareem Kaab, Iraqi ambassador to Canada and former political prisoner, hosted an Iraqi-Canadian gathering at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre on Nov. 11. The celebration marked recent advancements by Iraqi and international coalition forces to push Daesh out of jihadist strongholds, such as Mosul in northern Iraq.

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But for the first time in a long time Iraqis are celebrating, which is why the ambassador welcomed upwards of 100 IraqiCanadians – many of whom live in south Ottawa – to the Jim Durrell Community Centre on Nov. 11 to celebrate the advances made by Iraqi liberation forces.

Earlier this month, these troops, with the support of international coalition forces, have been fighting their way into Mosul, considered a stronghold of Daesh jihadists.

Upper Hunt Club resident Nuur Nury still has relatives living in Baghdad, where he was born. Nury’s parents fled the country and came to Canada as refugees in 1988. “For me as a hockey-loving Iraqi-Canadian, who has lived here all my life (the celebration is) exactly what I was looking for to tie the knot between Remembrance Day as a Canadian and what the Iraqis are fighting for right now – freedom,” said Nury, the night’s emcee.

Calling the Iraqi military progress “a miracle,” Kaab said June 9, 2014, marked the start of the fall of large Iraqi provinces, home to at least a third of the country’s population or more than 9.5 million people.

“The barbaric groups – gangs – of the terrorists of Daesh were at the gates of Baghdad,” he said, before blaming corruption and raising questions as to how they were to gain control so quickly.

“We lost all these areas without any war. It has been given, has been sold.

“The plan was to wipe Iraq

out off the map of the world, to get rid of – forever – Mesopotamia. And they almost succeeded.”

But a call to fight back was heard by millions of Iraqis, starting in Baghdad. The army and police began to take shape and with the help of mobilization forces city after city was freed from the terrorists’ grip. Now all eyes are on northern Iraq, where the country borders Turkey and Syria.

“Our troops now are fighting there, have recaptured, reconquered six districts, including Mosul itself,” Kaab said.

But there is still work to do to prevent further destruction of cities and historical and religious gathering places, as well as to free Iraqis, he said.

The ambassador noted the images that had played across a projector screen: bulldozers tearing down ancient places of worship, mosques and monuments, masked men about to behead civilians or shoot boys for watching soccer on TV, women and girls being abducted, people burnt alive, stoned to death, executed, drowned and thrown from rooftops.

Other heart-wrenching images depict men training young boys for suicide missions. “It is not a movie,” said Kaab. “No, it is real life.”

Manotick resident Paul Hindo, who was born in Baghdad, took part in the celebration to honour those who have served.

He said he closely monitors what is happening in his birthplace.

“There’s no such thing as a good war, but this is a just war,” said Hindo. “Terrorism – it’s one of those cancers that we have to

get rid of.”

Optimism reigns now that Iraqis from different sects, regions and religions are working with the national army and police to fight back, Kaab said, adding that once Mosul is seERIN MCCRACKEN/METROLAND cured, and other small terrorist- Brig.-Gen. Jennie Carignan, Canadian Army operations chief of staff, speaks with Iraqi held pockets fall, rebuilding and Ambassador to Canada Abdul Kareem Kaab (right), and Iraqi-Canadian Paul Hindo, of unification efforts can begin.

Manotick, during a celebration at the Jim Durrell Recreation Centre on Nov. 11.

The Institute on Governance is working behind the scenes to support those rebuilding efforts.

Nathan Gorall, executive director of the independent, Canada-based not-for-profit, said a project is in the works to help create and support Iraq’s constitution to ensure much-needed social, municipal, housing and education services get to the people who need it most and that oil revenues are better shared.

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As well, the Canadian Army’s highest-ranking woman in the combat arms, Brig.-Gen. Jennie Carignan, told the crowd that the Canadian Armed Forces are proud to be part of the efforts to bring peace to Iraq.

Kaab thanked the Canadian military for its support, for providing humanitarian aid and hundreds of soldiers who are training Iraqi forces, for being part of an international coalition and for de-mining liberated Visit www.Tradyo.com cities. Canada and Iraq have Buy and sell in many principles in common, in your neighbourhood. addition to being friends and allies, which are working “to help Iraq to stand again,” said Kaab.

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Notice of Completion of Class Environmental Assessments (Class EA) Updated Serviceability Report for the Leitrim Development Area (OPA 76 Areas 8a, 9a and 9b) In 2012, as per Official Plan Amendment 76 (OPA 76), the City increased its urban envelope by over 900 hectares. Part of the urban expansion occurred in the Leitrim Development Area (LDA). Specifically, OPA 76 Areas 8a, 9a and 9b were added to the LDA resulting in an additional 87.2 hectares of urban land. OPA 76 urban expansion areas were not included in the servicing strategy for the original 2005 LDA lands Community Design Plan, therefore, an updated servicing plan for the LDA has been prepared. The map illustrates the Leitrim Development Area and OPA Expansion Lands.

Stefano Napolitano an Ontario university all-star Stefano, a fullback with the Carleton Ravens football team, has been selected as a second team all-star. This is the second straight season that he has achieved this honour, also being named as a second team OUA all-star in the 2015 season as well. He is one of five Carleton Ravens offensive players to receive OUA second team allstar recognition. The others are guard KC Bakker of London, quarterback Jesse Mills of Halifax, running back Jayde Rowe of Scarborough and receiver Kyle VanWynsberghe of Delhi.

Stefano, a graduate of Sacred

Heart Catholic High School in Stittsvlle, is in his fourth year with the Carleton Ravens. The fullback, who wears jersey number 32, stands 6 foot, one inches tall and weighs 250 pounds. He is studying criminology at Carleton University.

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Stefano played football for the Sacred Heart High School Huskies and also is a former Bell Warriors player.

Stephanie started with the Bell Warriors at the tyke level in 2005 and played through all of

the Bell Warriors levels, winning major awards at every level.

His involvement with the Bell Warriors did not end when he stopped playing for the organization as he continues to volunteer his time with the Warriors as a guest coach every year.

“He was always a touch, talented young man but what impressed you most was his positive demeanour and spirit. He’s a natural leader who deserves all the success that comes his way,” says Paul Stewart who is the current president of the Bell Warriors Football Club when speaking about Stefano.

This LDA servicing study was undertaken in accordance with the requirements for Schedule B projects under the current Municipal Class Environmental Assessment document following an integrated planning and environmental assessment provisions (Section A.2.9) The Updated Serviceability Report (OPA76 Areas 8A, 9A and 9B) for the LDA determined the following: 1.

The LDA falls within the City’s 3C water pressure zone and is currently serviced with potable water from the Ottawa South Pumping Station, trunk watermains and local distribution system throughout the built up area. This water supply system has the capacity to support the planned LDA expansion, and will provide a reliable water service which meets the City’s level of service objectives.

2.

All wastewater flows from the LDA are tributary to the Leitrim Sanitary Pump Station (LPS). The LPS discharges to twin forcemains constructed along Bank Street and outlet to the Conroy Road Collector Sewer which is located near the intersection of Bank Street and Conroy Road. The firm capacity of the LPS has excess capacity required to support the 87 hectares LDA expansion.

This is in part due to the fact that actual wastewater flows are less than the projected flow rates considered for the original design of the station. The four existing sub-trunk sewers within the existing LDA each have sufficient capacity to service the expanded LDA sanitary drainage areas as well.

3.

The LDA stormwater management system consists of a dual drainage network such as stormwater collection pipes; overland flow routes, watercourses and stormwater ponds. To facilitate the OPA 76 expansion lands, the required stormwater infrastructure will include new trunk storm sewers, a constructed channel for rural flow conveyance and the expansion of the existing Findlay Creek Village Stormwater Facility to provide water quantity and quality control.

A Class EA project file report has been prepared documenting the problem statement, existing conditions, identifications and evaluation of alternatives and the selection of the preferred solutions, public and agency consultation as well as potential development impacts and mitigation measure.

By way of this Notice, the Class EA report is being placed on the public record for a 30 day review starting on November 17, 2016. The report is available for public review at the following locations: City Hall, Client Service Centre 110 Laurier Avenue West Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1, Tel. 613-580-2400

Ottawa Public Library – Greenboro Branch 363 Lorry Greenberg Ottawa ON K1T 3P8, Tel. (613) 580-2940

Or by going to the following City web-site: ottawa.ca/leitrim Interested persons should provide written comments within thirty (30) calendar days from the date of the first issuance of this Notice to: Jim Moffatt, P.Eng. Associate IBI Group (Proponent) 333 Preston Street, Suite 400 Ottawa, ON K1S 5N4, Tel: 613 225-1311 Email: jmoffatt@ibigroup.com

and copy Joseph Zagorski, P.Eng. City of Ottawa 110 Laurier Avenue West, 4th Floor Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1, 613-580-2424, ext. 22611 Email: joseph.zagorski@ottawa.ca

If concerns regarding the project cannot be resolved through discussion with the IBI Group and the City of Ottawa a person or party may request that the Minister of the Environment and Climate Change make an order for the project to comply with Part II of the Environmental Assessment (EA) Act (referred to as a Part II Order). Requests must be received by the Minister at the address below by December 22, 2016.

A copy of this request must also be sent to the IBI Group and City of Ottawa at the address listed above. If there are no requests received by December 22, 2016, the project will be considered to have met the EA requirements and identified municipal infrastructure projects for the Leitrim Development Area will proceed to detailed design and construction.

Minister of the Environment anClimate Change: The Honourable Glen Murray 77 Wellesley Street West 11th Floor, Ferguson Block Toronto ON M7A 2T5, Telephone: (416) 314-6790 Email: minister.moecc@ontario.ca With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record.

This Notice was first issued on November 17, 2016.

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Museum marks life, legacy of Sir Wilfrid Laurier The Canadian Museum of History is marking the 175th anniversary of Sir Wilfrid Laurier’s birth on Thursday, November 17 at 7 p.m. with a scholarly evening examining the historical significance of Canada’s seventh prime minister.

Laurier left an indelible mark on Canadian history.

As both politician and prime minister, he earned a reputation as one of this country’s greatest statesmen, championing conciliation, individual liberty, greater autonomy from Britain and a true partnership between

Hear what experts have to say about Canada’s seventh prime minister, during a scholarly evening commemorating the 175th anniversary of Sir Wilfrid Laurier’s birth. Far more than just a familiar face on our $5 bill, Laurier earned a reputation as one of Canada’s greatest statesmen.

This presentation is offered in French with EXPERTS simultaneous English translation.

More information is available at histoThe Life and Legacy of Sir Wilfrid Laurier, Thursday, November 17, 2016, 7 p.m., rymuseum.ca or by calling 819-776-7000 or 1-800-555-5621.

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On November 17, special guests Réal Bélanger and Éric Bédard will discuss Laurier’s private life, his public political life and his legacy. The event will also feature a display of Laurier-related artifacts from the Museum’s National Collection.

CITY OF OTTAWA NOTICE OF ZONING AMENDMENT In accordance with the Planning Act, notice is hereby provided that a zoning by-law amendment proposal is being considered by the Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Development Department at the City of Ottawa.

LIAM MARKHAUSER

PUBLIC MEETINGS

Meet your Kanata Lasers Name and number: Liam Markhauser, 4 Position: Defence Age: 17 Birthplace: Kanata, Ont. Nickname: Marky School: All Saints Catholic High School Pregame rituals: I have no specific pre game rituals, I like to switch it up every single game, but I do tape my stick before every game. I also take a pre game nap and I usually eat a banana and nuts between every period.

Pregame meal: Pasta with chicken and caesar salad Favourite movie: Whiplash Favourite hockey team: Chicago Blackhawks Favourite player: Corey Crawford What 3 items would you bring on a desert island: Lots of matches, a boat filled with fuel and fresh water.

What makes you a good teammate: I try hard every day. “Marky’s not afraid to go down and block shots for the team, he gives 110% every day at the rink.” - Tanner Schroeder, team mate Favourite song: Red Hot Chili Peppers - Snow How many push ups can you do in a minute: 46

The public meetings to consider this zoning proposal are as follows: • Planning Committee, Tuesday, November 22, 9:30 a.m., Champlain Room, Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West • Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, Thursday, November 24, 9:30 AM, The Chamber, Ben Franklin Place, 101 Centrepointe Drive LANDS SUBJECT TO THE PROPOSAL The zoning amendment proposal affects certain lands throughout the City of Ottawa, as described below.

PURPOSE AND EFFECT OF THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT The proposed amendment will permit campgrounds at the following City-owned facilities, for a temporary period of six days from June 29 to July 4, 2017, in order to accommodate visitors to the city on and around Canada Day weekend 2017: Urban Area Sites (to be considered by Planning Committee):

DR. MICHELLE STEENBAKKERS

• Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Complex (1490 Youville Drive) • Ray Friel Recreation Complex (1585 Tenth Line Road) • Richelieu-Vanier Community Centre (300 Des Pères-Blancs Avenue) • St. Laurent Recreation Complex (525 Coté Street) • Nepean Sportsplex (1701 Woodroffe Avenue) • Earl Armstrong Arena & Trillium Park (2020 Ogilvie Road) • Kanata Leisure Centre (70 Aird Place) • Jim Durrell Recreation Centre (1265 Walkley Road) • Tom Brown Arena (141 Bayview Road) Rural Area Sites (to be considered by Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee) • Cumberland Village Heritage Museum (2830 and 2940 Old Montreal Road) The proposed amendment will also permit the use “parking lot” at Gloucester High School (2060 Ogilvie Road) during same June 29 - July 4, 2017 period, to accommodate parking associated with the temporary camp ground at Earl Armstrong Arena/Trillium Park.

Upon expiry of the temporary rezoning on July 5, 2017, the zoning on each affected site will revert to the zoning that applied on June 28, 2017.

FURTHER INFORMATION

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If this zoning amendment is approved by Council, the proposed campgrounds and parking lots will not be subject to applications for Site Plan Control. Use of the sites will be governed by rental agreements between users and the City of Ottawa and administered by the Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department.

• Thursday, Nov 17 at 7:30 p.m. vs. Hawkesbury at the Kanata Recreation Complex, 100 Charlie Rogers Place.

• Thursday, Nov 24 at 7:30 p.m. vs. Pembroke at the Kanata Recreation Complex, 100 Charlie Rogers Place.

To view the proposal or any information or materials related to the proposal, please contact the undersigned planner or visit the project website at ottawa.ca/campgrounds.

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SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS For more information about this matter, including information about preserving your appeal rights, please contact the undersigned planner.

Dated at the City of Ottawa this November 17, 2016.

Tim J. Moerman, Planner Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Development Department City of Ottawa 110 Laurier Avenue West, 4th Floor Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Tel: 613-580-2424, ext. 13944 Fax : 613-580-2459 Ad #2016-509-S_Urban Camp By-law_17112016 E mail: tim.moerman@ottawa.ca Kanata Kourier-Standard - Thursday, November 17, 2016 69

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Mary feels blessed for magic, miracles of Depression years

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t was hard for me to figure out the difference between magic and a miracle. My sister Audrey said they were just about the same thing. And yet I knew in my heart, that a miracle was an act of God. Hadn’t our Lutheran minister said so?

But both miracles and magic were all around me on our farm in

Northcote, and I was hard pressed to tell the difference. It gave me plenty to think about.

It was surely magic how Myrtle the telephone operator knew exactly where everyone was at any given time in Northcote.

Many was the time our phone would ring and it would be Myrtle to say someone’s barn was on fire,

and the whole community would be in a turmoil. Or she would announce that the Saturday night house party was at the Thom’s.

Now, how she would know all this to me was pure magic.

And a miracle happened, or maybe it was magic, every single night right in our summer kitchen.

The fresh milk was brought in in milk cans, I thought bluish in colour, and some miracle happened during the night.

By morning, when I was sent out with the strainer and the big brown bowl, the entire tops of the cans would be yellow with cream!

Now how the cream came to the top, without the help of anyone’s hand, to me, was pure magic.

And how, if I fell asleep on top of someone’s bed while visiting at a Saturday night house party, without my even being aware of it, I would be moved, and I would waken in my own bed in the morning! Now, how could that be?

Magic? I thought so.

More often than by sheer chance, my Uncle Lou always seemed to appear when we needed him most. Mother would be lonely, missing all that she had left behind in her beloved New York, and there would be Uncle Lou’s big black Buick with the gold eagle on the hood coming in our long lane. I called our Uncle Lou our miracle.

Or when Mother’s egg money failed to meet our everyday needs, and there wasn’t enough money to even buy coal oil for the lamps, a letter would arrive from Uncle Lou, and tucked inside would be an American $20 bill.

I knew that was a miracle, and not magic.

And of course, the fact that both Mother and Miss Crosby knew what was going on around

MARY COOK Memories them without as much as raising their eyes from whatever they were busy at, to me was magic.

I often closed my eyes and tried to figure out what was happening a few feet away, and could see absolutely nothing! No, with Mother and Miss Crosby, that had to be magic.

“And a miracle happened, or maybe it was magic, every single night right in our summer kitchen.”

And one of the biggest miracles of all to me, was when winter had settled in, and even with the snow banked against the outside walls of our house, stockings crammed into the frames of the windows, the old log house was still drafty and cold. Even the Findlay Oval was no match for the cold of the winter’s blasts.

And yet, when I would go to the stable with Father at night, as I often did, the barns would be as warm as toast. There was no stove, no stove pipe, nothing to bring in

heat, and yet the cows were warm to touch, and the horses, at one end of the barn, were toasty warm, too. Was that magic, or a miracle?

It was a question with no answer.

But surely the biggest miracle of all was that we were able to survive the Depression raging all around us. The Ottawa Farm Journal, without fail, showed long lines of men lined up in the big cities, looking for food vouchers, or a place to sleep, or any job that would help put food on their own tables.

And there we were, out in Northcote, with a smoke house full of meat, cellar shelves crammed with jars of pickles, preserves and vegetables in brine. And there were always eggs, chickens and sticky buns to peddle door to door in Renfrew to bring in a few cents to buy what we could not grow ourselves. And at every meal our table was laden with food.

Never once did we ever feel hungry in a country where there was so much hunger. Surely, that was the biggest miracle of all.

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30. Cool 31. Indian state 32. Young boy or girl 35. Astronomy unit 37. Confederate soldier 38. Famed German composer 39. Alternate name 40. Used to pave driveways

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This week’s puzzle answers in next week’s issue

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, step out of the limelight this week and let another person close to you shine. He or she needs the vote of confidence. Lend your support and offer any advice you can.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 An impossible situation may prove less difficult than you initially expected, Taurus. Stick with your current path, and you can overcome the challenges ahead.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, your calendar is filled. Make the most of social situations and your chance to be the life of the party. There will be time to recharge your batteries later in the month.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, certain things have been on your mind and you don’t know how to reach a resolution. It may be best if you talk things over with a trusted friend.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Your specialized skills are called on in the workplace this week, Leo. Make Here’s How It Works: the most of this opportunity to prove to your superiors just how much you are able capable of.

Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric Sometimes others do not see things from your perspective, Virgo. It may clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! take some convincing to get them to come around to your way of thinking.

Exercise patience.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 A family situation arises and you’re asked to resolve it, Libra. You may need to step back and let things play out, but try your best to come to a decision that benefits all involved.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, this week is a great time to take a step back and regroup. Things have been hectic of late, and the chance to rest up and relax is just what the doctor ordered.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Put your family first this week, Sagittarius. You have been overwhelmed with professional responsbilities in recent weeks, but now it’s time to reconnect with your loved ones.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you might need to save a little more before booking that dream vacation. You’re on the cusp of your getaway; you just need to hammer out a few more financial details.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, maintain the strictest confidence when a loved one discloses something to you this week. You’re a source of strength for this person, and they trust you to remain silent.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Continue to communicate openly and honestly with others, Pisces. It’s the best way to get ahead and solidify existing relationships.

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Listen to yourself and know the signs of a gambling problem RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING COUNCIL

Mixed feelings about your gambling, such as guilt, anxiety, or frustration, are important early warning signals.

According to the Responsible Gambling Council (RGC), listening to yourself and knowing the early signs are essential to detecting and dealing with a potential gambling problem – before it becomes serious.

RGC research shows that approximately 3.4 per cent of Ontarians have a moderate to severe gambling problem. This means that about 28,400 adults in Ottawa and the Counties of Renfrew, Prescott and Russell, are estimated to be negatively impacted.

Many of these people think they will win big. The truth is that some will gamble to the point that they damage their finances, relationships and health. Problem gambling can be financially and emotionally devastating for the individual involved and the most important people in their lives.

Early signals include: · Feeling guilty, anxious, frustrated or worried about your gambling · Thinking or talking more than usual about gambling · Gambling more to win back losses · Experiencing extreme highs from gambling wins and extreme lows from gambling losses · Getting irritated more easily or having less patience when dealing with normal, everyday activities “When gambling becomes a source of worry or stress, it’s important to listen to yourself”, says Jon Kelly, CEO, Responsible Gambling Council.

“Ignoring changing feelings potentially puts both you and the people you care about at risk.”

For more about the emotional and behavioural signs to watch for and how to protect yourself, go to www.knowthesigns.ca.

tices research, standards development and the RG Check accreditation program. RGC is committed to bringing together all perspectives in the reduction of gambling problems, including those of people with firsthand experience with gambling problems, gaming providers, regulators, policy makers and treatment professionals.

Having mixed feelings about your gambling? If so, listen to yourself If your gambling has stopped being fun and has become a source of stress and worry, it’s time to take a break and reflect.

Anxiety, guilt or frustration are common early warning signals that, if ignored, can lead to a potential gambling problem. The consequences of which can be emotionally and financially devastating not just for you but also for your family and friends.

If you’re having mixed feelings, know that help is available. Research from the Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) shows that about 3.4 per cent of Ontarians have a moderate to severe gambling problem.

That means that roughly 28,400 adults in Ottawa and the Counties of Renfrew, Prescott and Russell, are estimated to be negatively impacted.

During Problem Gambling Prevention Week, which runs in Ottawa and the Counties of Renfrew, Prescott and Russell, from November 7th to November 13th, RGC is urging people to listen carefully to how they feel about their gambling.

What are some early signs of a potential gambling problem: Feeling guilty, anxious, frustrated or worried about your gambling.

Thinking or talking about gambling more than usual.

Gambling more to win back losses.

Experiencing extreme highs from gambling wins and extreme lows from gambling losses.

Getting irritated more easily or having less patience when dealing with normal, everyday activities.

What to do when you have mixed feelings: The most important thing is to listen to yourself and recognize that these feelings are there for a reason. When they arise, take a break from gambling and do something else.

Get back to those other activities that you enjoy.

Set a betting limit to what you can comfortably afford to lose and stick to it.

Never chase losses by gambling more to win back lost money or get out of financial trouble. This usually leads to even greater losses.

Set a time limit for your gambling and, when it’s

reached, walk away.

Bear in mind that gambling is not a way to make money.

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Canadian home sales rise in October

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According to statistics released Nov. 15 by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), national home sales were up on a month-over-month basis in October 2016.

Highlights: National home sales rose 2.4% from September to October.

Actual (not seasonally adjusted) activity was up 2.0% year-over-year (y-o-y) in October 2016.

The number of newly listed homes edged up 1.7% from September to October.

The MLS® Home Price Index (HPI) in October was up 14.6% y-o-y.

The national average sale price climbed 5.9% y-o-y.

The number of homes trading hands via Canadian MLS® Systems rose 2.4 percent month-over-month in October 2016.

Activity was up on a month-overmonth basis about 60 percent of all local markets, led by the Fraser Valley, Calgary, Edmonton, HamiltonBurlington and Montreal.

“The expanded stress-test for home buyers who need mortgage default insurance took effect in the middle of October,” said CREA President Cliff Iverson. “More time will need to pass before its effect on housing markets can be gauged. The extent to which they will push first-time home buyers to the sidelines may vary among housing markets. All real estate is local, and REALTORS® remain your best source for information about sales and listings where you live or might

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like to in the future.”

“First-time home buyers looking to get into the market before having to face tougher mortgage eligibility criteria had only two weeks to do so following the Finance Minister’s announcement of tighter mortgage regulations in early October,” said Gregory Klump, CREA’s Chief Economist. “Early evidence suggests that the influence of tighter mortgage regulations on sales activity has been mixed. The federal government will no doubt want to monitor the effect of new mortgage regulations on the many varied housing markets across Canada and on the economy, particularly given the recent rise in uncertainty about economic growth prospects following the U.S. presidential election.”

Actual (not seasonally adjusted) sales activity rose 2 percent y-o-y in October 2016 to set a record for the month, edging out the previous record set back in October 2009 by just 0.8 percent.

Transactions were up from yearago levels in about 60 percent of all Canadian markets, with activity gains in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and environs offset by y-o-y declines in B.C.’s Lower Mainland.

The number of newly listed homes climbed 1.7 percent in October 2016 compared to September. Led by a marked increase in the GTA, new listings were up from the previous month in about 60 percent of all local markets.

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Local events and happenings over the coming weeks — free to non-profit organizations Fax: 613-723-1862, E-mail: kanata@metroland.com

Nov. 17

CFUW/Kanata: Big Bijoux Bash. Great selection in our treasure trove of gently used jewelry, purses, and scarves.

Bargain prices. Door prizes.

Proceeds to scholarships.

William’s Court Leasing Lobby, 1203 Maritime Way, 2 - 4 PM. www.cfuwkanata. ca/Big-Bijoux-Bash.

Nov. 18 and 19

The Ottawa Humane Society Auxiliary’s Christmas Craft Sale at Westgate Mall (Carling and The Queensway) from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Nov. 18 and 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 19. The sale of lovely handmade crafts will support the animals at the Shelter. For more info call 613-823-6770 or go to facebook.com/OttawaHumaneSocietyAuxiliary.

Nov. 19

Visit the popular Fall Fair at First Unitarian Congregation of Ottawa. Silent auction (including valuable art), clothes, collectables, flea market, home made lunch.

Great deals on gently used clothes, books, and timeless treasures! Newly knitted items, jewellery, stamps and coins, electronics, CDs, DVDs. Contact: www. firstunitarianottawa.ca or 613-725-1066. Time: 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM.

Nov. 19 and 20

Gift Of Art Show & Sale At the Kanata Civic Art Gallery in the Mlacak Centre, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free Admission Help us support Hospice Care Ottawa. 2500 Campeau Dr.

Nov. 21

Radon gas information meeting, 7 pm, Mlacak Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr. Save the date to find out how to ensure that your home does not have a dangerous level of radon gas in it. To read more about it prior to the meeting visit Ottawa.ca.

Nov. 26 and 27 The Kanata Art Club holds its $100 and Under Original Art Sale at 1030 Riddell Dr. from 10 am to 5 pm. Excellent gift idea – a piece of original art for Christmas or other special occasion.

7 - 9 pm, The Oasis in Kanata, a place for caregivers of people with mental illness, presents “If It’s a Crisis to You, It’s a Crisis to Us.” Colleen MacPhee, Clinical Manager with The Ottawa Hospital’s Mobile Crisis Team, will provide a

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Nov. 23 and 30

Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre and community volunteers host a nutritional lunch, entertainment, and/or educational program for seniors and adults with physical disabilities living in our community – a great way to socialize, learn and have some fun at the same time! Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2500 Campeau Dr. Please register at least seven days in advance at 613-591-3686, ext. 316. Transportation can be arranged upon request.

Club cost: $8. Nov. 2: Music with Terry McCann, Nov. 9: Remembrance Day Celebration with the Mellow Tones, Nov. 16: Music with Noel Dimar, Nov. 23: Music with the Chords, Nov. 30: music with Mark Dubroy.

Nov. 24

Meeting of the Kanata and District Breast Cancer Support Group will be held at 7pm in the Mlacak Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr. For more information, call Judy 613592-1929.

Nov. 28

Kanata north town hall, 7-9 pm, Kanata Senior’s Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr. will feature a presentation regarding the site plan for 5045 Innovation Dr. development.

Community policing report and councillor’s report will also be given. All are welcome to attend.

Nov. 29

6:00 - 8:00 PM, Hazeldean branch, protecting your computer with Chris Taylor,

president of the Ottawa PC Users’ Group. To attend this free seminar, simply register at any library branch.

p.m. at the Hazeldean Mall food court. Players of all ages and playing abilities are welcome. Contact Dave Anderson at 613-836-6869.

Dec. 3

Richcraft Recreation Complex Trivia Nights from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Come out and train your brain! Call 613580-9696 for more information.

25th Annual Christmas Cookie Walk, Craft Fair, Silent Auction, and Tea Room, 9am until noon, at Glen Cairn United Church, 140 Abbeyhill Dr. Various cookie container sizes: $8, $15, $22 Come early for best selection of cookies.

Crafts and Christmas gifts to suit all budgets. For more information, please contact the church office at 613-8364756 or office@gcuc.ca.

West End Toastmasters meets every Wednesday at 6:45 PM at the Kanata Seniors Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr. For more information visit wetm.toastmastersclubs. org.

Thursdays Dec. 11

Get into the Christmas spirit with the Salvation Army’s Festival of Carols at Centrepointe Theatre. Come enjoy your favourite carols featuring Melissa Simard, Rick Szabo, Bill Blundell, Sean van Gulik and The Salvation Army Mass Bands and Chorus. There are two performances 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. at no cost. To reserve tickets call Centrepointe Theatre Box office at 613580-2700.

Tuesdays

Positive birth and natural parenting meetings on the second Tuesday of each month 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Peer-to-peer support, empower yourself and meet like-minded women and build community. To RSVP and for address, please contact Leslie amagicalbirth@ hotmail.com or call 613-8298511.

Wednesdays

Kanata Sunrise Rotary Club now meets at Cafe Luna at 329 March Rd, every second Wednesday at 7 am. Next meetings Sept. 14.

The Kanata Chess Club meets every Wednesday at 7

The Nepean-Kanata Rotary Club meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Holiday Inn & Suites in Kanata, 101 Kanata Ave. For details, visit nepeankanatarotary.com.

Toastmasters meet every Thursday at the Bells Corners Legion, 4026 Richmond Rd. with a 6:45 p.m. meet and greet and 7 p.m. meeting. Call 613 828-3862.

Ongoing

Hospice Care Ottawa offers Day Hospice programs at the Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice, 110 McCurdy Dr. These programs are open to individuals living with a life-limiting illness. Other programs are available to support caregivers and those who are bereaved. Our nurses will visit you to provide assessment.

All programs and services are provided at no charge.

Call 613-591-6002, ext. 23 for more information.

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