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Clothing donation boxes in the Ottawa and Gatineau area are disappearing, and the local chapters of Big Brothers Big Sisters appear to be the main target in the overnight heists.

During the night of Dec. 6 and early into the morning on Dec. 7, six of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ottawa’s donation boxes were stolen from locations in Kanata, Riverside South and Stittsville, which marks the second string of the charity’s donation boxes being stolen in the last month.

According to Susan Ingram, the general director of Big Brothers and Sisters of Ottawa, the donation bins are made of thick steel, and weigh almost 1,000 pounds each.

“It’s clearly being co-ordinated,” said Susan Ingram, who believes the size, weight and various locations hit by the thieves in one night points to a planned operation.

The six bins were taken from five locations across the city, two in Kanata, at All Saints Catholic High School and Georges Vanier Catholic School; two in Riverside South, at St. Jerome school and St. Francis Xavier Catholic High School; and one in Stittsville, at the Royal Canadian Legion branch.

It’s a big loss for the charity, and for Ingram one that doesn’t make much sense, especially around Christmas time.

“Charities being stolen from, maybe it doesn’t sound like a big deal, but this is how we raise dollars,” said Ingram, who was shocked when she found out the bins were stolen early in the morning on Dec. 8.

Yvonne Dubé, the general director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Outaouais, knows all too well how Ingram is feeling.

She had several of her donation bins stolen starting on Nov. 6, exactly a month before the boxes in Ottawa were taken.

Dubé said she’s less shocked than she is nervous by the new string of thefts. “I think it’s an attack,” she said.

The Outaouais chapter’s five boxes were taken between Nov. 6 and Nov. 8, and two bins belonging to St. Vincent de Paul were taken around the same time. At first, Dubé said she was perplexed by the thefts, until the vandalism began.

“People were taking our stickers off of them. They would back up with their truck into them until the bins fell down,” said Dubé, adding there was surveillance video of three men allegedly stealing and vandalizing the charity’s donation boxes. Dubé calls the behaviour aggressive, and feels as if the charity is being targeted.

“There’s money to be made,” said Dubé. She said one of her drop-off locations with three bins was bringing in revenue of $10,000 a month.

The donated clothing is sold to large buyers who resell the

items in the Third World market.

The money made by Big Brothers Big Sisters is used to offset the cost of running the charity. Dubé claims there are illegitimate private companies that have taken up shop in the area, and are trying to hone in on the profits made off clothing donation.

Gatineau police are still investigating the crimes.

Nevertheless, what Dubé is describing is not a new problem in Ontario, or in Ottawa.

Back in 2015, College Coun.

Rick Chiarelli began an online mapping tool meant to distinguish legitimate donation boxes throughout the city, since there was a problem with fraudulent boxes posing as charity donation bins.

The site reads, “Ottawa unfortunately has a number of false clothing donation boxes, run by unscrupulous operators who sell the clothing for profit.”

Although the Ottawa police said this isn’t a rampant problem in the city, they have seen fraudulent bins in the past.

“The bins should be identified, if you don’t trust them, don’t put the clothes in,” said Const. Marc Soucy, Ottawa police spokesperson.

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Ingram thinks the stealing of the bins themselves mean the thieves are more interested in the container, rather than the

tions and give them to charity, and others will simply take the clothes and resell them. They’re not always donated.”

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High-tech business park to be served by buses, not LRT, under plan Continued from page 1

The plans for the Kanata expansion are still earmarked for as far out as 2031, although if funding from other levels of government comes through earlier, the city wants to be ready with a plan to put into action.

The preferred option is the most direct route to the Canadian Tire Centre, just north of Highway 417 to Palladium Drive. Staff have also included the possibility of extending the line down Maple Grove Road to Hazeldean Road in Stittsville.

There is no funding available for the Kanata-Stittsville portion as of yet, but the city is hoping the provincial and federal governments will pitch in for the cost of a western extension, which could begin construction any time after 2023 when lightrail is expected to reach Moodie station.

David Hooper of Parsons, one of the companies working on the project, said the addition of the Maple Grove and

Hazeldean Road stations in Stittsville may not be completed at the same time as the project running to the CTC, as it depends on how much funding is available.

“They may be completed later,” Hooper said, but added that concerns raised at the public meeting about the service to Kanata’s high-tech corridor would be handled by buses.

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A plan to create a Transitway-style route along March Road to shuttle people to the high-tech business park and the LRT station earmarked for Eagleson Road have already been approved.

Residents at the public meeting questioned why a station would go beside the existing Canadian Tire Centre, even though the Ottawa Senators hope to move downtown to LeBreton Flats in the coming years.

Hooper said regardless of

whether there is a hockey arena at the site in the future, the area is a prime location for development and the idea is to have LRT stations act as development hubs along its route.

“Those lands are extremely valuable for development. If that (arena) disappears, it is a prime site for intense development in the future,” he said.

The federal government and City of Ottawa announced last year it would split the estimated $3-million cost for the Kanata LRT environmental assessment that is currently under way thanks to a fast-tracked Stage 2 from Tunney’s Pasture to Moodie Station, which is set for service by 2023.

Stittsville Coun. Shad Qadri said staff will work on preparing a report to the transportation committee for spring 2018 with projected costs and phasing plan.

The city’s Angela Taylor said residents can comment on the plan. “There is still time, this is not it.”

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Morgan’s Grant reactivates community association

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Morgan’s Grant will once again have an active community association, after a number of residents agreed to manage the volunteer organization.

Around a dozen people came out for a meeting on Dec. 5 to gauge the interest of the community in revitalizing the association. The majority of those in attendance agreed to take on a role for at least the next year.

Micheline Dumont will take over as president of the Briarbrook and Morgan’s Grant Community Association. Kathleen Arbour, who previously held the position, will sit as vice-president.

Arbour’s daughter, Adrienne, was diagnosed with leukemia last year and has been undergoing treatments. So, although Arbour said she’s willing to help the new executive through the transition period, she didn’t have enough time to dedicate to the top role.

“One of the biggest things I think the community noticed was when our first summer barbecue didn’t happen,” said Arbour. “That year, we called out to people to say, ‘Anybody want to help us? Because if we don’t get help, we can’t do this,’ and it sort of fizzled from there.”

It’s been a year-and-a-half since the area had an active executive, she said. Arbour and executive member Sarah Dehler kept the association’s bank account open and registered with the city, but didn’t have the volunteer power to do much else.

“We (have) just been keeping this community association afloat while we wait for some new people who are willing to come out and get it running again,” she said.

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Those who signed on for roles on the executive will meet sometime in January to decide how to proceed. Arbour advised taking things

slowly and to really work as a group with a more teambased approach, as opposed to strict roles.

Ideas for community activities included joining the city’s Clean the Capital campaigns in the spring and fall, and working up to larger events, like the annual winter carnival and summer barbecue — but that’s if the new executive wants to take on those tasks.

“We need to work with the amount of people that we have,” Arbour said. “Starting again can be a daunting task for people. The new group who goes forward, I think starting slowly is a good idea.

We don’t want to burn anybody out.”

Kanata North Coun. Marianne Wilkinson said community associations help her keep tabs on issues that are important in the various neighbourhoods in her ward.

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made to the city.

Light rail to Kanata, the expansion lands development up March Road and the up-

coming closure of Goulbourn Forced Road — which could come into effect as early as January, for water main and realignment work — are all projects that will affect residents in Morgan’s Grant, she said.

“I find that as community members, you see what happens in your communities that I don’t see,” said Wilkinson.

“You can let me know when you have issues and I’ll let you know when I hear about things.”

Everyone who volunteered for an executive position lives in Morgan’s Grant.

No one from Briarbrook or Brookside was in attendance when the question was put to the group.

There is a possibility of splitting the association to only focus on the Morgan’s Grant area, said Arbour, adding both communities have grown since the original community association was created.

That will be a decision for the new executive, she said.

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OPINION

Connected to your community

Act now to stop air rage

T

he federal government has the support of many Canadians as it prepares an air passenger bill of rights to deal with delayed and cancelled flights.

The greatest support likely comes from passengers trapped aboard two Air Transat planes stuck on the Ottawa airport’s tarmac last summer. They were forced to stay seated for hours as the airline tried to figure out how to get their diverted flights to Montreal.

Tensions mounted with the summer heat, especially when one plane ran out of fuel and lost its air conditioning. A passenger on one flight called 911, in an attempt to get help.

The Canadian Transportation Agency has fined the airline $295,000 and ordered it to cover the expenses of the passengers.

The money will be directed to the passengers themselves – a fitting outcome.

The federal government should act while the iron is hot (and the planes are not), and pass the bill of rights.

While overheating passengers is bad for business, the real goal should be to avoid air

rage.

When a passenger gets upset enough to cause a plane to be diverted, there are further costs and repercussions for everyone else. There are even worse delays for everyone aboard, and every would-be traveler at the airport where the diverted flight will now be late.

In the cost-cutting, higher efficiency world of air travel today, schedules don’t take kindly to unexpected events. There is a domino effect that costs us all.

And spare some thought for the flight attendants, who must deal with all the unhappiness that’s caused by conditions not under their control. Many of the people working on airplanes are – amazingly – paid only when the doors are closed. The delay annoying you is unpaid annoyance for them.

Canada’s airlines have show they aren’t very good at treating passengers with the respect they deserve.

The Liberal government needs to act quickly to give all of us the rights we deserve when we put ourselves in the hands of the nation’s airlines.

Three ways Canadian women are trailing men

W

omen have come a long way in Canada when it comes to carving out equality with men.

In November, the World Economic Forum (WEF) published its annual report on the worldwide gender gap.

It ranks things like political influence, educational attainment, health and salaries.

After coming in 35th out of 144 countries last year, Canada saw a spike on the WEF’s gender gap index in 2017. We’re now in 16th place. Iceland, Norway and Finland are the top three.

Canada is beaten out by Rwanda, Nicaragua and Philippines, all in the top 10.

Canada does well in a number of indicators – closing the gap in education and attaining near equality in health. But we’ve got some serious

BRYNNA LESLIE Capital Muse things to overcome if we want to close the gender gap.

First, women in Canada continue to be under-represented in politics. It’s one of the key reasons Canada cannot move into the top ten on the WEF index. Indexed out of 10, Canada has fewer than four points, sitting next to United Arab Emirates and Senegal.

Women represent 50 per cent of the population, yet still represent less than a third of politicians. Just one quarter of MPs are women. Until we have more women influencing the top deci-

sions in the country at a representative rate, we cannot claim to have closed the gender gap.

Canada is in 29th place for economic participation and opportunity.

A March 2017 report by Statistics Canada offers some ideas to why this is a persistent problem. Women continue to work part-time more often than men. Women are still primary caregivers, taking breaks in their career or reducing hours to look after children and other dependents. The stats show women are over-represented in industries that have the lowest pay. Based on average salaries, women currently make around 74 cents for every dollar a man earns. That number bumps to 87 cents on the dollar when examining hourly wage. But yes, there’s still a wage gap in Canada.

Arguably, undervaluing traditional

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women’s work is a real problem here.

Women are the caregivers. On the surface, there’s nothing wrong with owning that role. Caring is a great thing. We nurture children, we look after our older relatives and other dependents. People need to be looked after. That’s OK, except that this traditional women’s work – whether it’s paid or unpaid – is completely undervalued in our society. There’s no money in caring. Even as nurturing professions like nursing, personal support workers and early childhood educators have become more professionalized — they continue to be among the lowest-paid in Canada.

Canada ranked first in educational attainment on the WEF index. Women now represent more than half of university undergraduates. And yet, just one-fifth of science and engineering editoriAl: MAnAging editor: Theresa Fritz, 613-221-6225 theresa.fritz@metroland.com news editor: Nevil Hunt, nevil.hunt@metroland.com, 613-221-6235 reporter/photogrApher: Jessica Cunha jessica.cunha@metroland.com - 613-221-6239 digitAl news editor Erin McCracken erin.mccracken@metroland.com, 613-221-6174 politiCAl reporter: Jennifer McIntosh jennifer.mcintosh@metroland.com, 613-221-6220 the deAdline for displAy Advertising is MondAy 5pM

grads in Canada are women. Science has emerged as one of the most important and influential contributors to economic growth. This is a persistent problem that needs to be addressed.

Until the gender gap is closed in these three areas, there is no room for white men to demand affirmative action for themselves.

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Expropriations Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.26.

Schedule “B”

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL TO EXPROPRIATE LAND

Trillium Line

IN THE MATTER OF an application by the City of Ottawa for approval to expropriate the lands described in Schedules “A”, “B”, and “C” attached hereto for the purposes of the Stage 2 Ottawa Light Rail Transit System project (“Stage 2 LRT Project”), including, but not limited to, facilitating the construction, operation and maintenance of light rail infrastructure, tunnel guideway corridors, tunnel portals, at-grade guideway corridors, guideways, stations, station entrances and station to surface access points, platforms, multi-use pathways, bridges and bridge approaches and including temporary easements, varying in duration from 36 to 61 months as described in Schedules “A”, “B” and “C” hereto, for purposes including, but not limited to, construction of station entrances, traffic management and detours, storage of excavated materials and construction materials and equipment, temporary power supply and to enter on the lands with all vehicles, machinery, workmen and material for construction, grading and relocation of utilities and for construction of berms, walking paths, multi-use pathways, fences, retaining walls, landscaping features and all other improvements and works ancillary to the Stage 2 LRT Project.

The drawings referred to in Schedules “A”, “B”, and “C” forming part of this Notice are available for viewing during regular business hours at the City’s Client Service Centre, 1st Floor, City Hall, City of Ottawa, 110 Laurier Avenue West.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that application has been made for approval to expropriate the lands described in Schedules “A”, “B”, and “C” attached hereto.

Any owner of lands in respect of which notice is given who desires an inquiry into whether the taking of such land is fair, sound and reasonably necessary in the achievement of the objectives of the expropriating authority shall so notify the approving authority in writing, (a) in the case of a registered owner, served personally or by registered mail within thirty (30) days after the registered owner is served with the notice, or, when the registered owner is served by publication, within thirty (30) days after the first publication of the notice; (b) in the case of an owner who is not a registered owner, within thirty (30) days after the first publication of the notice.

The approving authority is: The Council of the City of Ottawa 110 Laurier Ave. W., Ottawa ON K1P 1J1

Those lands in the City of Ottawa described as follows:

All right, title and interest in the following lands: 1.

Part of PIN 04328-0006 (LT), PART LOT 16 CONCESSION 3 RIDEAU FRONT GLOUCESTER PART 1, 5R2241; GLOUCESTER designated as Parcel 1 on drawing 18692-PRP_006a.dgn

2.

Part of PIN 04328-0008 (LT), PART LOT 16 CONCESSION 3 RIDEAU FRONT, GLOUCESTER, PARTS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 5R2150; GLOUCESTER designated as Parcel 1 on drawing 18692-PRP_008a.dgn

3.

Part of PIN 04328-0011 (LT), PART NORTH 1/2 LOT 16 CONCESSION 3 RIDEAU FRONT GLOUCESTER PART 2, 5R5704; GLOUCESTER designated as Parcel 1 on drawing 18692-PRP_009a.dgn

4.

Part of PIN 04065-0115 (LT), PART OF LOT A, CONCESSION 3, RIDEAU FRONT, GLOUCESTER, BEING PARTS 1 TO 10 AND 14 TO 16 ON PLAN 4R-26193. TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT AS IN CT228448.

TOGETHER WITH AS IN NS77745; TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT OVER PART 5 ON PLAN 5R-284 AS IN OC56030; TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT OVER PART 6 ON PLAN 5R-284 AS IN OC56038; SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT OVER PARTS 1, 2 AND 5 ON PLAN 4R-26193 IN FAVOUR OF HYDRO OTTAWA LIMITED AS IN OC9564; SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT IN GROSS OVER PARTS 2 AND 3 ON PLAN 4R-26193 AS IN OC1351818; SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT IN GROSS OVER PART 9 ON PLAN 4R-26193 AS IN OC1351819; SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT IN GROSS OVER PARTS 9, 10 AND 16 ON PLAN 4R-26193 AS IN OC1351820; SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT OVER PARTS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 AND 6 ON PLAN 4R-26193 IN FAVOUR OF PART OF LOT A, CONCESSION 3, RIDEAU FRONT, GLOUCESTER, BEING PARTS 11, 12, 13 AND 17 TO 23 ON PLAN 4R-26193 AS IN OC1397616; SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT OVER PARTS 8, 9, 10, 15 AND 16 ON PLAN 4R-26193 IN FAVOUR OF PART OF LOT A, CONCESSION 3, RIDEAU FRONT, GLOUCESTER, BEING PARTS 11, 12, 13 AND 17 TO 23 ON PLAN 4R-26193 AS IN OC1397616; TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT OVER PART OF LOT A, CONCESSION 3, RIDEAU FRONT, GLOUCESTER, BEING PARTS 11 AND 12 ON PLAN 4R-26193 AS IN OC1397616; TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT OVER PART OF LOT A, CONCESSION 3, RIDEAU FRONT, GLOUCESTER, BEING PARTS 17, 18, 19, 22 AND 23 ON PLAN 4R-26193 AS IN OC1397616; TOGETHER WITH AN EASEMENT OVER PART OF LOT A, CONCESSION 3, RIDEAU FRONT, GLOUCESTER, BEING PART 22 ON PLAN 4R-26193 AS IN OC1397616; SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT OVER PARTS 1, 2, 3 AND 4 ON PLAN 4R26193 IN FAVOUR OF PART LOT A CONCESSION 3RF GLOUCESTER AS IN N705355 AND OT36783, EXCEPT PART 18 ON 5R284, EXCEPT PART 1 ON 5R213, EXCEPT PARTS 19 AND 21 ON EXPROPRIATION PLAN NS275909, EXCEPT PARTS 1 AND 2 ON 4R23974 AS IN OC1604515; SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT IN GROSS OVER PARTS 1 TO 10 AND 14 TO 16 PLAN 4R26193 AS IN OC1709561; SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT AS IN OC1721440; CITY OF OTTAWA designated as Parcel 1 on drawing 18692-PRP_053.dgn

5.

Part of PINs 15975-0001 (LT) to 15975-0232 (LT) being part of the common elements on OTTAWACARLETON STANDARD CONDOMINIUM PLAN NO. 975 AND ITS APPURTENANT INTEREST; SUBJECT TO AND TOGETHER WITH EASEMENTS AS SET OUT IN SCHEDULE A AS IN OC1726177; CITY OF OTTAWA designated as Parcel 1 on drawing 18692-PRP_054.dgn

6.

Part of PIN 04055-0160 (LT), PART LOT 6 CONCESSION 3 RIDEAU FRONT GLOUCESTER AS IN CT222630, EXCEPT THE SUBJECT TO THEREIN; TOGETHER WITH CT222630; GLOUCESTER designated as Parcel 1 on drawing 18692-PRP_058c.dgn

7.

Part of PIN 04055-0161 (LT), PART LOT 6 CONCESSION 3RF GLOUCESTER AS IN N477925; TOGETHER WITH N477925; GLOUCESTER designated as Parcel 1 on drawing 18692-PRP_059b. dgn

The expropriating authority is: City of Ottawa 110 Laurier Ave. W., Ottawa ON K1P 1J1 Dated at Ottawa this 7th day of December, 2017.

CITY OF OTTAWA

Gordon E. MacNair Director, Corporate Real Estate Office Schedule “A’’ Confederation Line – West Those lands in the City of Ottawa described as follows:

All right, title and interest in the following lands: 1.

2.

3.

4.

Part of PIN 03957-0526 (LT), PART LOT 329, PLAN 372212, PART 3 AND 4, 4R1473, SUBJECT TO INTERESTS, IF ANY, AS IN CR384866 AND CR369486, OTTAWA/NEPEAN designated as Parcel 1 on drawing 18689-PRP_015c.dgn Part of PIN 03957-0524 (LT), LOT 326, PLAN 372212; SUBJECT TO INTERESTS, IF ANY, AS IN CR384866 AND CR369486; OTTAWA/NEPEAN designated as Parcel 1 on drawing 18689-PRP_016c.dgn Part of PIN 03957-0523 (LT), LOT 325, PLAN 372212; SUBJECT TO INTERESTS, IF ANY, AS IN CR384866 AND CR369486; OTTAWA/NEPEAN designated as Parcel 5 on drawing 18689-PRP_016c.dgn Part of PINs 15168-0001 (LT) through to PIN 15168-0038 (LT) inclusive, being part of the common elements on CARLETON CONDOMINIUM PLAN NO. 168; PART BLOCK 104, PLAN 305, PART 1 4R2371, AS IN SCHEDULE ‘A’ OF DECLARATION LT212416, AMENDED BY LT291824; OTTAWA, SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT IN FAVOUR OF BELL CANADA OVER PART 1 PLAN 4R16200 AS IN OC27304, designated as Parcel 1 on drawing 18689-PRP_076a.dgn

An estate, right or interest, for a limited time in the nature of a temporary easement for a period of sixty-one (61) months in the following lands: 5.

6.

Part of PIN 03957-0526 (LT), PART LOT 329, PLAN 372212, PART 3 AND 4, 4R1473, SUBJECT TO INTERESTS, IF ANY, AS IN CR384866 AND CR369486, OTTAWA/NEPEAN designated as Parcel 2 on drawing 18689-PRP_015c.dgn Part of PINs 15168-0001 (LT) through to PIN 15168-0038 (LT) inclusive, being part of the common elements on CARLETON CONDOMINIUM PLAN NO. 168; PART BLOCK 104, PLAN 305, PART 1 4R2371, AS IN SCHEDULE ‘A’ OF DECLARATION LT212416, AMENDED BY LT291824; OTTAWA, SUBJECT TO AN EASEMENT IN FAVOUR OF BELL CANADA OVER PART 1 PLAN 4R16200 AS IN OC27304, designated as Parcel 2 on drawing 18689-PRP_076a.dgn

8. Part of PIN 04055-0159 (LT), PART LOT 6 CONCESSION 3 RIDEAU FRONT GLOUCESTER AS IN CT160457 AND GL73833, EXCEPT AS IN CT222630, N477925, CT198296, N566618, N439357, N314150, N711427, CT115669 AND CT135137; TOGETHER WITH CT160457; GLOUCESTER designated as Parcel 1 on drawing 18692-PRP_075.dgn

An estate, right or interest, for a limited time in the nature of a permanent easement in the following lands: 9.

An estate, right or interest, for a limited time in the nature of a temporary easement for a period of thirty-six (36) months in the following lands: 10.

Part of PIN 04055-0161 (LT), PART LOT 6 CONCESSION 3RF GLOUCESTER AS IN N477925; TOGETHER WITH N477925; GLOUCESTER designated as Parcel 2 on drawing 18692-PRP_059b. dgn

11.

Part of PIN 04055-0169 (LT), PART LOT 6 CONCESSION 3RF GLOUCESTER PART 1, 5R1022 (ALSO KNOWN AS MAC STREET); SUBJECT TO CT140679, GL78966, CT121531, CT135137, GL78361, GL83079; SUBJECT TO N755440, N755447, N755457 GLOUCESTER designated as Parcel 3 on drawing 18692-PRP_075.dgn

An estate, right or interest, for a limited time in the nature of a temporary easement for a period of fifty-five (55) months in the following lands: Part of PIN 03957-0524 (LT), LOT 326, PLAN 372212; SUBJECT TO INTERESTS, IF ANY, AS IN CR384866 AND CR369486; OTTAWA/NEPEAN designated as Parcels 2 and 3 on drawing 18689-PRP_016c.dgn 8. Part of PIN 03957-0523 (LT), LOT 325, PLAN 372212; SUBJECT TO INTERESTS, IF ANY, AS IN CR384866 AND CR369486; OTTAWA/NEPEAN designated as Parcel 4 on drawing 18689-PRP_016c.dgn 9. Part of PIN 03957-0527 (LT), PART LOT 329, PLAN 372212, PARTS 1 AND 2, PLAN 4R1473; SUBJECT TO INTERESTS, IF ANY, AS IN CR384866 AND CR369486; OTTAWA/NEPEAN designated as Parcel 1 on drawing 18689-PRP_096a.dgn

Part of PIN 04055-0169 (LT), PART LOT 6 CONCESSION 3RF GLOUCESTER PART 1, 5R1022 (ALSO KNOWN AS MAC STREET); SUBJECT TO CT140679, GL78966, CT121531, CT135137, GL78361, GL83079; SUBJECT TO N755440, N755447, N755457 GLOUCESTER designated as Parcel 2 on drawing 18692-PRP_075.dgn

Schedule “C”

7.

Confederation Line – East Those lands in the City of Ottawa described as follows:

An estate, right or interest, for a limited time in the nature of a temporary easement for a period of sixty-one (61) months in the following lands: 1.

Part of PIN 04363-0007 (LT) PCL 21-25, SEC GL-2OF; PART LOT 21, CONCESSION 2OF, PT RDAL BTN LTS 20, 21, CONCESSION 2OF, CLOSED BY BYLAW CT129546 (LT430246), PART 1, 4R7647; TOGETHER WITH LT744156; GLOUCESTER designated as Parcel 1 on drawing 18695-PRP_007.dgn Kanata Kourier-Standard - Thursday, December 14, 2017 9

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

Sunday ServiceS 9:00 a.m. St. Johns 10:30 a.m. St. James

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

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

Christ Church Huntley 3008 Carp Rd.

St James The Apostle Carp 3774 Carp Rd.

613-592-4747

www.huntleyparish.com • 613-839-3195

Christ Risen Lutheran Church 85 Leacock Drive, Kanata 613-592-1546 www.christrisen.com Rev. Dr. Jorge. E. Groh

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

Christmas Services:

Sunday Worship Service – Dec. 24 @ 10am Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 6:30-7:30pm Sunday Worship Service – Dec. 31 @ 10am Programs for Infant-Grade 8 during Sunday morning services Pastors: Rev. Luke Haggett, Rev. Ken Roth, Pastor Shawn Veitch

www.parishofmarch.ca

HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC PARISH A Welcoming Community

Grace Baptist Church

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

2470 Huntley Road, Stittsville

Sunday Worship Service 10:30am Sunday School 10:30am Midweek Advent Service 7:30pm

SUNDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 am & 10:30 am Monsignor Joseph Muldoon, Pastor

Preaching the Doctrines of Grace

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Christmas Services

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

Christmas Eve Family Service 7:30pm Christmas Day Carol Service 10.30am

Parish office - 613-836-8881 Fax - 613-836-8806

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GLEN CAIRN UNITED CHURCH

PASTOR STEVE STEWART

CHRISTMAS AT ST. ANDREW’S (Stittsville Main St. at Mulkins St.)

“Blue Christmas” - December 21, 6:30 pm Christmas is not always just a happy time.

This service of worship is to help us remember those we have lost, and find hope and peace together.

Early Christmas Eve Service - 4:30 pm A special ½ hour service planned especially for young children. All welcome!

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service - 7:30 pm Sr. Choir, Hand-bell Choir, and lots of Christmas carols.

140 Abbeyhill Dr., Kanata Rev. Brian Copeland

1600 Stittsville Main Street

CHRISTMAS SERVICES Christmas Eve Services: 3:00 & 4:30 PM New Year’s Eve Service at 10:00 AM Office: 613-836-2606 Web: www.cbcstittsville.com

10:00 am: Service of Worship and Sunday School Pastoral Care & Healing Service: 11:30am - last Sunday of each month 613-836-4756 www.gcuc.ca

Email us at: cbcinfo@cbcstittsville.com

KANATA BAPTIST CHURCH

KANATA

465 Hazeldean Rd. • 613-836-3145

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

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saturDaY services sabbath schooL for aLL ages 9:15aM WorshiP service 11:00 aM

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Seventh-Day Pastor: Maros Paseggi Adventist 85 Leacock Drive, kanata (the christ risen Lutheran church) Church 613-818-9717

St. Paul's Anglican Church

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Sunday Eucharist Sunday Eucharist

For more information: www.standrews-stittsville.ca or call us at (613) 831-1256.

8 AM Said 8:00 am - Said Sung 9:15 am - Choral 9:15 Music,AM Sunday School & Nursery 11 AM Praise 11:00 am - Praise Music, Sunday School & Nursery 20 YOUNG ROAD KANATA • 613-836-1001 www.stpaulshk.org

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

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

3760 Carp Road Carp, ON

Minister of Discipleship & Youth: Jessica Beaubien info.trinity.kanata@gmail.com 1817 Richardson Side Road 613-836-1429 • www.trinitykanata.ca

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‘We cannot be silent’: WOCRC Action needed to end violence against women

BY Jessica Cunha jessica.cunha@metroland.com

Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Church

Christmas 2017 Mass Schedule Christmas Eve:

Sunday, December 24th 4:00pm, 6:00pm, 8:00pm, 10:00pm, Midnight

Christmas Day: Monday, December 25th, 10:00am and 12:00pm Jessica Cunha/Metroland

Members of Because Wilno, a group organized after Basil Borutski murdered three women, attend the Dec. 6 vigil at the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre. nous women report domestic violence, sexual assault and rape 3.5 times higher than non-Aboriginal women, she said, while young Aboriginal women are five times more likely to die of violence than other Canadian women of the same age.

“We cannot be silent,” said Paruboczy. “Gender-based violence can only be reduced if we take action and challenge the attitudes, behaviours and sexism that contribute to making women victims of violence in our communities.”

Borrowing from Jenny Wright, executive director of the St. John’s Status of Women Council, Paruboczy said there are ways

to fight to end violence against women every day: • Support women-serving organizations who do the bulk of violence prevention work and do it well.

• Never forget that violence against women is preventable. It is a learned behaviour and can be unlearned.

• Do not resort to slutshaming or victim-blaming.

• Give back to schoolbased violence prevention programs where girls and boys learn how to stop the violence for good.

• Recognize violence

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There is still work to be done to end gender-based violence, says Melody Paruboczy, executive director of the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre.

Paruboczy led the Dec. 6 vigil at the centre to remember the 14 female students killed at École Polytechnique in Montreal in 1989 — targeted by the gunman for the sole fact they were women — and all other women and children killed or harmed as a result of gender-based violence.

“Global estimates published by the World Health Organization indicate that one in three women – 35 per cent of women worldwide – have experienced either physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence or nonpartner sexual violence in their lifetime,” she said.

“Still today, 28 years after these women lost their lives because they were women, more than 70 per cent of the victims of domestic homicide are women. That gender-based violence continues to be a brutal reality for nearly 300 women and their children who flee a violent household every day in Canada.”

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‘One person at a time, we can become success stories’ Continued from page 11

“Ending violence against women is not solely the job of women,” she said. “We can no longer separate the women from the men. We must do this work together, in compassion and in love, in the desire to seek understanding, in honouring experiences that may be different than our own with courage and resistance.”

ME TOO

The rise of the #MeToo movement – an online-fuelled initiative where women and others share their experiences with sexual harassment and violence – has underscored

how pervasive and common the behaviour is, and how often women are blamed for the violent actions of others.

Kimothy Walker, an awardwinning journalist and managing partner of Ottawa Media Group, recounted the day she publicly shared her experience with sexual assault with those gathered at the vigil.

“More than 10 years ago I decided to do something that was relatively unheard of at the time,” she said. “I went on Canada AM and I said, ‘Me Too.’” Walker had been sexually assaulted at the age of nine and broke her silence after a “justice’s decision to let a pedophile go in a case that was

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“(She’s) what inspired me to speak out; she was almost the age I was when it happened to me,” said Walker. “I took her aside when we were in the green room and I said, ‘This is what I’m going to do.’ And she said, ‘Mommy, if you do this, you’re going to be my hero.’”

Following her appearance on the morning show, the regret and fear set in.

“I went home and I took a deep breath and thought, ‘What have I done?’” she said. “Nobody was talking about sexual assault at the time. I heard my computer going ding, ding, ding, and I thought, ‘There it is, it’s the haters.’”

But it wasn’t online trolls

filling her inbox with hate.

“I saw a flood of women emailing me and saying what we now know to be ‘Me Too,’” said Walker. “I wanted to come here tonight and talk to you about hope.”

That hope is the fact that so many women are speaking out about their experiences, calling out the men who have

disrespected, harassed and assaulted women, and believing those who come forward.

“It’s taken a long time and I think it’s brave people like you who have allowed us to get to the point where we’re being heard, that this is not acceptable,” she said. “One person at a time, we can become success stories.”

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Former Kanata little league player receives scholarship

By John Curry john.curry@metroland.com

Ray Yang has received the Jonathan Hauck Memorial Scholarship.

This scholarship is presented to someone who ideally has played at least four years with the Kanata Little League Baseball Association, is pursuing a post-secondary education, has participated in extracurricular school activities, has volunteered in the community and has helped with the Kanata Little League Baseball Association.

The $500 scholarship is named in memory of Jonathan Hauck, a former Kanata Little League player and volunteer who died in March 2009 at the age of 20, suddenly collapsing while attending Carleton University.

Jonathan loved baseball and music and both played and volunteered in the Kanata Little League.

He also volunteered for the various annual district, pro-

vincial and Canadian tournaments that were hosted by the Kanata Little League over the years.

Jonathan is survived by his father Ron Hauck, a former president of the Kanata Little League and a current member of the Rotary Club of Ottawa — Stittsville, his mother Catherine and his sister Allison.

The scholarship was recently presented to recipient Ray Yang at a ceremony at the Kanata Rec Centre by Jeff Dever, current president of the Kanata Little League Baseball Association.

Yang played for the Kanata Little League Baseball Association from 2009 to 2014, including both spring and summer ball. He is now playing for the University of Ottawa ball team where he is studying chemical engineering.

In high school, he played not only baseball but also basketball, volleyball and tennis. He received an Athlete Letter upon graduation.

He has volunteered at

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The Christmas story portrayed in a stable setting

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The Christmas story will come alive on Dec. 17.

It’s going to happen at 3 p.m. at the riding ring at Wesley Clover Park on Corkstown Road in Nepean when the Trinity Presbyterian

Church will be hosting its third annual Christmas in the Stable celebration.

Actors and singers will bring life to a nativity scene in this stable setting which will include a live pony and donkey.

There will be a contemporary retelling of the Christmas story from

the perspective of a shepherd, a wise man and an innkeeper, providing a fresh take on the traditional story of Christ’s birth.

It will give those attending a chance to contemplate the mystery of the season.

There will be an opportunity to sing favourite carols, listen to a

solo by a gifted singer and enjoy music played by the Trinity Presbyterian Church’s house band.

Hot chocolate, tea and cookies will be served.

There will be no admission charge, although a free-will offering will be taken.

Everyone is invited, with lots of

free parking.

Christmas in the Stable takes place this year at Wesley Cover Park, 401 Corkstown Rd. Parking is free.

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Outdoor hockey league unique youth experience in Canada by jake davies jake.davies@metroland.com

For 25 years, youth from West Carleton and Kanata have been playing hockey the way it all began – outside.

And the volunteer organizers of the only known outdoor hockey league in Canada are ready to get back at it as the 2018 season approaches.

“We hold it no matter what,” co-convenor Carole Merritt said. “Last year wasn’t the best, but that’s the challenge of outdoor hockey.”

Last year’s temperature, and a general warming of the climate, has made maintaining outdoor ice a challenge. But the cold, Merritt has learned in her six years as a volunteer, is never a problem.

“I remember my first year, I thought those little guys aren’t going to be able to go out in minus 30 degree weather (the league has players as young as five),” she recalled. “We’ll let them take

breaks after five minutes and give them some hot chocolate to help keep them warm.

“Nope, they stayed out there the entire time. We cancel if the ice is too soft, but we never cancel because it’s too cold.”

The league is played on outdoor rinks in Carp, Fitzroy Harbour, Dunrobin, Constance Bay and Kinburn. Each community has a team in each of the four age categories from five to 15. Merritt says players from Kanata, Renfrew and Lanark county play in the league.

The league is an opportunity for kids to play hockey in a less expensive, more funfocused atmosphere.

“The games are competitive,” Merritt said. “But it is recreational. It is a bit of a balance.”

Players are a mix of firsttimers, recreation-only players and players that also play competitive hockey.

“Those kids just want to be able to play with their friends, which doesn’t

always happen in competitive hockey,” Merritt said. “They often act as mentors to the less experienced players.”

This year, due to the current uncertainty of temperatures, the league is trying to do something a bit different. As mentioned earlier, in warmer weather, sometimes the league would have to cancel the evening.

This year, the league hopes to provide something different on those too-warm days.

“We hope to organize ball hockey, or maybe some dryland training,” Merritt said.

“It will be up to the coaches.”

The league is expected to start in early January.

Teams play games on Saturday mornings and have one practice on another day of the week and the league usually wraps up around the March Break.

Merritt says some locations are considering shinny for 16-year-olds as so many ‘retired’ league players want to continue playing.

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The Dunrobin outdoor rink was recently re-fitted with new boards and a new pad.

The league budgets for ice maintenance until the end of February and “we’ll go from there as long as it’s safe.”

She says volunteers regularly take over maintenance of the ice when they can.

Merritt is also excited about

quired and the league charges about $60 a season, depending on what location.

You can find more information about the West Carleton Outdoor Hockey League on their Facebook page of the same name.

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The community centre has all new boards and a new cement pad.

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Outdoor hockey game InclusIon In the next event for Ottawa 2017 heart of the cIty Canada’s sesquicentennial celebrations are drawing to a close Staff

The year is coming to an end and with it is the finish of Canada’s sesquicentennial.

But to cap off 365 days of events, there are still a number of activities planned.

After the big win from Team Homan at the Canadian Tire Centre on Dec. 10, during the Roar of the Rings, the next big battle on the ice is between the Ottawa Senators and Montreal Canadiens at the NHL 100 Classic, which takes place at Lansdowne Dec. 16.

The city is warning attendees to plan for long security screening lines, so arrive early and expect traffic resulting from some road closures.

The city is suggesting taking transit to the event for

both the 1 p.m. pre-game party in the Aberdeen Pavilion or the 7 p.m. game.

A ticket to the game, also works as an unlimited pass to free transit on OC Transpo and STO three hours before and three hours after the game.

There are also shuttles planned from Canada Post Headquarters at Heron and Riverside, Vincent Massey Park and City Hall. Look for the yellow buses. Direct buses will also run between the park and rides.

Bank and Monk streets will be closed to all vehicles and bicycles between Sunnyside Drive and Fifth Avenue between 3:30 p.m. and midnight. Queen Elizabeth Drive will also be closed between Preston and Somerset streets between 9 p.m. and midnight.

Parking will also be prohibited around Lansdowne.

The next day, the Ottawa 67s and the Gatineau Olympiques will hit the ice also at Lansdowne at 3 p.m.

Tickets for this event also include free transportation taking city transit.

Organized by Canadian Heritage, until Dec. 31, Parliament Hill will be alight with projections on Centre Block, entertainment presented by DJs, dancers, stilt walkers, musicians and athletes.

Salute 2017 at Ottawa City Hall on Dec. 31 with a video showing moments from the past year. The caldron will be lit during a special address to volunteers to wrap up the celebration. Ottawa 2017 souvenirs will be available for sale inside Jean Pigott Hall, according to a press release.

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City Councillor Kanata South Week in Review Outdoor Ice Rinks

One benefit that comes with the colder weather is fantastic ice conditions on our outdoor rinks!

Weather permitting; the outdoor rink season will operate from mid December, 2017 to mid February 2018. Some sites may extend their season on a voluntary basis.

The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department sponsors the Ottawa Rink Conditions website. Residents visiting http://www.ottawarinks.ca/en/home can obtain and post reports of conditions at their local outdoor rink.

I invite you to join me in thanking all of the outdoor rink volunteers who donate their time to look after our rinks and keep them in the best shape for your use and enjoyment. Thank you!

If you would like to volunteer at your local rink please contact your Community Association or email SeasonalRecreation@ottawa.ca.

Winter Maintenance Road Quality Standards The City of Ottawa maintenance standards are used to classify types of roadways which are then used to prioritize how frequently roads are plowed, how ice is controlled and how snow is removed within the City. High priority roads and most arterial roads are dealt with first.

Snow removal: • City crews will plow residential roads to a snow-packed surface. When necessary, materials will be applied to keep roads safe.

• The time to clear snow from residential roads is 10 hours from the end of snow accumulation (7cm) • Bus stops are cleared within 24 hours after the snow accumulation has ended.

• Minor collectors will be cleared to center bare within 6-16 hours of the end of accumulation More information regarding snow removal can be found on my website.

Holiday Wagon Rides It has been wonderful to visit with so many of you at my holiday wagon rides to see the beautifully decorated homes. There is no cost for the rides and they run from 6-8pm each night. Please note that these rides are weather dependant, so check my Facebook page and website (www.councillorallanhubley.ca) for up to date notifications in case of cancellation or time changes due to inclement weather.

• Tuesday, December 12th – W.O. Mitchell School – 80 Steeple Chase Drive • Wednesday, December 13th – Kristina Kiss Park – 20 Cope Drive • Thursday, December 14th – Crownridge Park – 283 Meadowbreeze Drive • Monday, December 18th – St. Martin de Porres School – 20 McKitrick Drive • Tuesday, December 19th – St. Martin de Porres School – 20 McKitrick Drive Thank you to all who have come out and hope to see you at another location. Joining us at more than one ride is a great way to visit other communities and meet new friends! Hope you can join us making new holiday memories!

Upcoming Events December 15th: Running on Empties- The Beer Store on Eagleson will be collecting empties fro, 9:15am-5:00pm in support of the Christmas Exchange. Details can be found at www.caringandsharing.ca December 16th: Kanata Choral Society will perform ‘Christmas in Kanata’ at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 20 Young Road, 7:30pm.

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Female photographers tell stories in new exhibit

By Christopher Whan christopher.whan@metroland.com

A new exhibit has made its way to the Canadian War Museum and it seeks to show the more human side of a war that’s been raging for almost two decades.

More than 85 images about life in the Middle East were revealed at the museum on Dec. 6.

Inspired by and named after the Arabic word “rawiya” which means “she who tells a story” the images from a dozen different female photographers show images spanning from the 1990s to today divided into three thematic areas — Deconstructing Orientalism, New Documentary and Constructing Identity — and highlights the artistic expression of the photographers.

“The sophisticated and provocative images present the Middle East with a fresh perspective,” said director general of the museum Stephen Quick in a press release.

“Ranging from fine art to photojournalism, the stunning photographs challenge

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across the United States and this is its first foray into Canada. This is the first time the exhibit has been brought to a museum of war and according to Joanne Stober, historian of war and visual culture, this is to display a more human element to a part of the world that is only seen through the lens of war.

The She Who Tells a Story exhibit will be on display at the museum until March 4.

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Cancer foundation looking for experts for local survey

By Alexandra Mazur amazur@metroland.com

The Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation is looking to hear from local experts on what it’s really like to deal with cancer in Ottawa. According to the foundation, the experts they

want to hear from are not doctors or researchers, but the people who currently have or have had cancer, or caregivers who’ve supported loved ones with cancer.

The foundation believes by polling people who have first-hand experience with the disease, they might be

able to glean new insights on how to better serve people who might have to deal with cancer in the future.

“It’s our goal to serve the local community and to see if there are gaps to fill, or new areas emerging in care,” said Stephanie Woodard from the foundation based in Alta Vista. “It’s simply time to do a review.”

The survey was launched in late September and it will close at the end of January, 2018. Although the survey has already received over 100 responses, Woodard is hoping to have around 300 responses to get an accurate picture of the needs of the community in Ottawa.

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The survey takes about 30 minutes, and asks respondents general questions about their experiences in the hospital, with medical professionals and questions about their financial, social and emotional well being.

But according to Woodard, the survey gives space to open-ended questions where respondents are free to share their own personal experiences in a confidential manner.

“We’re trying to look at the whole person,” Woodard said.

The open-ended questions are meant to see if there are any trends in people’s responses that the foundation hasn’t caught on to yet.

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Peak Academy player Makena Barker (right), in Grade 10, takes a shot against Cavalry Academy.

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Councillor, tech companies announce supercluster proposal

BY CHRISTOPHER WHAN christopher.whan@metroland.com

A Very Eventful Year To say this was an eventful year for me at Queen’s Park would be an understatement. It has been perhaps the most purposeful of the six years that I have served as the MPP for Carleton -Mississippi Mills.

I have been able to voice the opinions of myself and my constituents more than I was ever been able to do when under the hand of the PC whip. I am becoming known as Mr. No because of my tendency to vote no on bills other parties all vote for. Democracy is not about everyone agreeing on the same thing, we are supposed to have a diversity of opinions not a singular one.

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is usually the primary target. According to Harder, the farmland would be Nepean’s ace-in-the-hole for this proposal as it offers the perfect location for research specific to the agri-food industry.

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There’s going to be a big benefit for Ottawa.”

According to Harder, the facility they are looking to use as part of the supercluster includes 50 buildings and 16 km of road.

“You’re going to see a lot of activity there,” said Harder.

“You’re going to see a lot of connectivity, you’re going to see analytics, and you’re going to see plant testing. We don’t know fully yet but every day there is a new opportunity. This test bed will be the only one of its kind and it’s Ottawa’s opportunity.”

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The experimental farm will be the future home of a technology research supercluster if a proposal from the NCC, Coun. Jan Harder, Invest Ottawa and agricultural technology companies gets enough interested partners.

At an event on Dec. 8 at Ben Franklin Place, Harder, along with speakers from Invest Ottawa, Nokia, the National Research Council, and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, spoke in favour of using the farmland property on Woodroffe Avenue across

from the Nepean Sportsplex — which includes 631 hectares of farmland — for research into technology that will help the future of farming in Canada.

Harder is a fierce proponent of the supercluster and believes it will not only have a positive impact on Nepean and Barrhaven but also the rest of Ottawa.

“It started off looking to develop the Barrhaven corridor,” said Harder.

“We have zoned appropriately for up to 10,000 high-end prestige business jobs. We have a wealth of success here to tap into.

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HALLMAN, Russell Edward “Ted”

BOURKE, Sean

AUBIN, Richard “Rick”

Peacefully at home while surrounded by love on Tuesday morning, December 5th, 2017; Maurice Richard Aubin of Arnprior; formerly of Port Elgin passed away at the age of 70 years following a lengthy illness. Beloved husband of Dianne (nee Stewart). Loved and proud father of Steve of Bucharest, Romania and Rob (Brandy) of Barrhaven. Cherished and loved by his 4 grandchildren: Jacqueline, Timothy, Andrew and Matthew. Dear brother of Jean-Marc (Denyse) of Hanmer, Ontario; Aurore Harris (late Robert) of Perth and Janet Moreault (Phillippe) of Hull. Predeceased by 3 brothers: Gilbert (Margot of Aylmer, Quebec), Victor and Raymond as well as a sister, Maerose Khaiata. Born in Mattawa, Ontario, work eventually took Rick and Dianne to Port Elgin where Rick spent 40 years as an employee of Ontario Hydro at the Bruce Nuclear Power Plant. Besides his work and raising a family, Rick was a volunteer firefighter in Saugeen Township for many years. He played an active role in the Lions Club both in Port Elgin and later in Arnprior and he was also a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Rick had an amazing sense of humour. His kindness and friendship were enjoyed by many. Friends called at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday afternoon from 2 to 4 p.m. and again on Sunday from 12:30 until 1:45 p.m. A Funeral Service was conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel on Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock.

Cremation will follow with interment at the Carlow Cemetery at a later date. In memory of Rick, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

SCHULTZ, Joan

On Wednesday morning, December 6th, 2017, Sean crossed over to the next stage of our human experience. Sean’s family and dear loved ones walked with him in his final days of life. We have all felt so privileged to witness the bravery and heroic life Sean lived. He was the son of Dianne and John Bourke. Brother of Chantal Bourke and her husband Zoran Vukelic and uncle of Dallas and Hunter Vukelic. Brother to Chuck Bourgeois and Tina Munroe. Nephew of Pat (Sabina), Tommy (Cheryl) and Maureen Bourke and cousin to their children. Grandson, nephew and cousin of the Solar family in BC and Alberta. Sean lives on in each of us with his compassion, love of everyone, desire to always do his best and his belly laugh that was infectious. We are deeply grateful to all of those truly loving professionals that deeply cared for Sean through his life and enriched Sean and his family’s life. Sean was truly our greatest teacher of humility, courage and unconditional love, and most of all, his ability to see happiness in every situation. In lieu of flowers, we are asking that donations be made to the Mills Community Support in honour of Sean Bourke. Our love and life lives on for Sean in everything we do. In the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

(Retired - Kenwood Mills, Arnprior) With heavy hearts we announce that our dearest Joan went to Heaven to be with her beloved husband Jack on Wednesday morning, December 6th, 2017.

She is survived by her sister Bev Fishenden (Clarence); her sisters-in-law: Lois Nicol (late Cliff), Clarice Desarmia (late Bob), Eunice Desarmia (late Bruce), June Desarmia (late Don); brothers-in-law: Gerry Schultz (Ruth), Earl Schultz (Joyce) and Lloyd Schultz (late Elaine). Also predeceased by her brother, Martin Desarmia (late Marjorie) as well as her sister-in-law and good friend, Bette Campbell (late George). Though Joan and Jack didn’t have children of their own, they took great pride in all of their nieces and nephews, greatnieces and great-nephews. Sincere and heartfelt thanks to the staff at the Arnprior Villa for their excellent care of Joan. Family and friends were invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Sunday evening from 6 to 9 p.m. and again on Monday morning from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. John Chrysostom Church, Arnprior on Monday morning, December 11th at 11 o’clock. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery. A luncheon followed in the Pilon Family Reception Centre. In memory of Joan, please consider a donation to the CNIB or the St. John Chrysostom Church Bell Tower Fund.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

NICHOLSON, Darrell

(Longtime West Carleton Beef Farmer) Peacefully at the Queensway-Carleton Hospital on Monday morning, December 4th, 2017.

Darrell Wayne Nicholson formerly of West Carleton; more recently of Island View Suites in Arnprior passed away following a lengthy illness. He was 76. Predeceased by his first wife Sylvia (nee McGrath) on March 12, 1989 and his second wife, Harold-een (Wilkinson) May 24, 2010. Dearly loved father of Ken (and his wife, Erica) of Smiths Falls and Chris (and his wife Carissa) of Pakenham. Proud and cherished Grampa of Kurtis, Josh, Allysha, late Megan and Mercedes. Dear brother of Stuart (Carol) of Castleford and Cheryl Tapley (Bob) of Cornwall. Predeceased by 2 brothers: Bruce (Helen of Oakville) and Lennon (Shirley of Ottawa). Also survived by several nieces and nephews. A gentleman and a gentle man, Darrell always had time for a chat. He enjoyed people and took a sincere interest in community and social events. Even though Darrell spent much of his working life as an Ottawa Firefighter, his first love and passion always remained in farming. If you knew Darrell, you understood his appreciation for old time country music. His subtle yet kind sense of humour will be remembered by many. May he rest in peace. Family and friends payed their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Saturday morning from 9:15 to 10:15. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. Peter Celestine Church, Pakenham on Saturday morning, December 9th at 11 o’clock.

Interment Parish Cemetery. In memory of Darrell, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

(Retired - Good Year Tire Co.) With sadness, we announce that Ted Hallman of Arnprior; formerly of Bowmanville passed away peacefully at the Arnprior Hospital on Saturday morning, December 9th, 2017. He was 77. Beloved husband of Shirley Dodge.

Proudly loved by his 2 sons: Tracy of Oshawa and Mike of Toronto. Cherished Poppa of Brittany, Stephanie, Sheldon, Braedon and Hanna and Great-Poppa of Jermaine and Jeramiah. Dear brother of Diane Adams (late Bruce) of Lindsay, Ontario and uncle of Brad, Kevin and Jeff Adams. Ted will be lovingly remembered as having been a big part of the Dodge family: Brian Markwick, (late Bob and Doreen Dodge), (late Peter and Lina Dodge), Ann Lacourse, (late Laureen Dodge), Mike and Trish Dodge, Donna Dodge, Joan Rich (late Ted) as well as their families. Private family arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. For those wishing, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation or the Arnprior Humane Society.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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At the Almonte General Hospital on Saturday evening, December 9th, 2017; Vera Ruth MacLennan of R.R.# 4, Almonte went to be with her Lord and Saviour while surrounded by family. Beloved wife and best friend for over 59 years of Keith. Dearly loved mother of Nancy James (Herman) of Stittsville and Valarie Michelson (Wayne) of Arnprior.

Cherished Momma of Julianne James, Ben James (Sara Semczyszyn), Jordan Michelson (Marlo) and Joshua Michelson (Kasey Hemington). Ruth was the last surviving child of the late David and Mathilda Burns.

Predeceased by 4 brothers and 4 sisters. A visitation and funeral service for Ruth’s family took place at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. Interment followed at the Malloch Road Cemetery in Arnprior.

Condolences www.pilonfamily.ca

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June 14, 1951-December 9, 2017 Owner/Operator Reid Bros. Motor Sales/Sand Point Golf Course Passed away unexpectedly Saturday, December 9, 2017, at the Arnprior & District Memorial Hospital surrounded by family. Robert Reid of Arnprior at the age of 66 years. Beloved husband of Lynn (nee McMahon). Much loved and respected father of Trevor (Julie), Cari (Jay Whitelock), all of Arnprior and Sarah (Bill Davis) of Atlanta. Loving and cherished ”Pa” of Alex, Amber, Drew, Dylan, Mia, Hugo, and Freya. Dear brother of Ed Reid (Debbie) and David Reid (Tracy), Patricia Gurevitch, (Mark) and Nancy Burton-Coyne (Bob), all of Arnprior.

Predeceased by brother Allan.Son of the late Stanley and Maureen Reid. Will be missed by his nieces and nephews, lifelong friends Phil and Carol Chateauvert as well as his community and friends in Bonita Springs, Florida. Following in his family’s footsteps, Robert was the 2nd generation owner/operator of Reid Bros. Motor Sales. A noted philanthropist in and around the Arnprior area, he gave his time and abilities generously to his community. He was proud of his many projects and involvement in local charities, most notably the Arnprior & District Memorial Hospital and the Arnprior Food Bank. He was an avid sportsman and a longtime member of the Arnprior Optimist Club. Resting at the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd. Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre, 138 Daniel Street N. Arnprior where friends may pay their respects Tuesday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and after 9:30 a.m. Wednesday. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John Chrysostom Church, Arnprior Wednesday, December 13, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. Cremation to follow. In memorial donations to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation or the Arnprior Food Bank would be appreciated. Condolences/Tributes/Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca

CLEMENT - In loving memory of a loving husband, father and grandfather Dennis Clement, who passed away December 18, 2011.

He is gone but not forgotten, As it dawns another year.

In our lonely hours of thinking, Thoughts of him are always near.

To us you were so special, What more is there to say.

Except to wish with all our hearts, That you were here today.

They say that time heals everything, But we know it isn’t so, Because it hurts as much today, As it did six years ago.

Forever loved and remembered Margaret, Sherri, Jay, Jesse and Brandy

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March Rural Community Assoc is looking for a community minded individual to maintain the outdoor ice rink at the March Central Community Centre 1030 Cameron Harvey Drive (formally Riddell Dr.) in Kanata for a 10 week period starting immediately.

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Committee debates using ‘phantom fund’ to fix up roads

BY JENNIFER MCINTOSH jennifer.mcintosh@metroland.com

Perhaps the most hotly debated item during the finance and economic development committee’s draft budget was an unknown amount of money.

A plan to use surplus dividends from Hydro Ottawa to shore up spending on the city’s road, was lauded by some and criticized by others.

The city has budgeted $20 million from the arms-length utility company for 2018, but members of council who sit on the board — namely Barrhaven Coun. Jan Harder and Kanata North Coun.

Marianne Wilkinson — are convinced the actual amount will be higher.

Wilkinson spoke to the committee on Dec. 5 to say that council should use the money — which her colleague West-Carleton March Coun. Eli El-Chantiry estimated the amount to be somewhere around $600,000 — to offer oneFOR SALE

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Members of the finance and economic development’s committee debated what they should do with a phantom fund that may be around $600,000. time funding to social service organizations that aren’t currently being funded by the city.

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Wilkinson believes the money will be available and said she alerted Mayor Jim Watson of the potential opportunity.

Harder, who was the author of the motion under debate, which would see that money put toward spending on roads, said Wilkinson’s presentation was out of order.

“The guesstimates are wrong,” Harder said of Wilkinson’s presentation.

But Wilkinson insisted council as a whole should have a say on the use for the extra cash.

The motion ultimately included a compromise to use two-thirds of the money for roads and another one-third for energy innovation projects.

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City treasurer Marian Simulik and city manager Steve Kanellakos both said they couldn’t guarantee any more than the budgeted $20 million — although the 2017 amount was actually $20.6 million.

Knoxdale-Merivale Coun. Keith Egli said roads would offer the most “bang for the buck.”

He argued dangling one-time money in front of social service organizations wasn’t right, because the money wasn’t sustainable.

Gloucester-Southgate Coun.

Diane Deans said there’s no shortage of places where the city could spend the “phantom fund.”

“Debating using a potential windfall to fund critical infrastructure is indicative of the state this budget is in,” she said.

Generally, any dividends from Hydro end up in the city’s general revenue — which is why the item was being debate by the committee.

Council will vote on the budget as a whole on Dec. 13.

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While a four per cent levy on the cost of a hotel would be a boon to Ottawa Tourism, city staff will have to look at potential impacts to owners of local bed and breakfasts.

The city’s finance and economic development committee heard from industry stakeholders on the issue Dec. 5.

The 2017 Ontario budget allows municipalities to collect a mandatory accommodation tax from businesses providing accommodations for consecutive nights under 30 days.

Provincially that includes bed and breakfasts and Airbnb hosts, but there seems to be an appetite to exempt smaller venues.

After hearing from affected businesses, the committee opted to refer the item to council on Dec. 13 without a recommendation.

Before the council meeting, a motion from Knoxdale-

Merivale Coun. Keith Egli sought to review the Alberta model for a municipal accommodation tax. That model exempts properties with fewer than four rooms.

Egli’s motion also asks staff to measure the impact.

At best, there were estimates given to the committee about how many establishments would be affected.

Egli seemed skeptical about the potential benefits for smaller venues and asked Michael Crockatt, CEO of Ottawa Tourism, what the added value would be.

Crockatt said the largest source of revenue for the tourism bureau is from a voluntary three per cent destination marketing fee.

The fee is only paid by the larger hotels, which are members of the Ottawa-Gatineau Hotel Association. It generates between $8-9 million annually, the staff report says.

Steve Ball, who heads the association, said Ottawa Tour-

ism was slated for closure during his tenure with the organization, due to a lack of funding.

“The voluntary fee saved it,” Ball said. “Ottawa is looked at as a best practice model for the accommodation tax.”

Crockatt said the new, mandatory fee, would help the capital build off the success of the host of 2017 events.

Crockatt said the new tax wouldn’t impact the smaller venues’ revenue. The remark was followed by some quiet scoffing in the committee room gallery.

While the tax would be paid by the guest in the form of a separate charge on their bill — most of the owners who spoke, said they try to keep prices at status quo.

G l o u c e s t e r - S o u t h g at e Coun. Diane Deans said she was surprised bed and breakfast owners weren’t consulted as part of the plan to implement the tax.

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Nina Kressler, from the Shaw Centre, spoke as a delegation at the city’s finance and economic committee on Dec. 5. The committee considered the implementation of a municipal accomodation tax.

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Karen McCrimmon Serving Constituents of Kanata-Carleton

Member of Parliament Kanata-Carleton Thanks to all the Volunteers As the year draws to a close, I was so proud to stand in the House of Commons and thank all the inspirational volunteers I have met throughout the Riding. I want to thank all of the countless volunteers from across the region who came out this year during the floods in Constance Bay and West Carleton to carry sand bags, cook food, and help their neighbours in need.

I would also like to thank the volunteers at the Kanata Food Cupboard and West Carleton Food Access Centre for making sure that everyone has a Christmas meal this holiday season.

These amazing volunteers – and there are so many more – have brought our communities closer together, inspiring neighbours to help neighbours, in the true spirit of selflessness and compassion. To all of the volunteers in Kanata-Carleton, thank you, and keep up the great work!

Kanata Food Cupboard’s Annual ‘Unload the Buses’ I was so pleased with the amount of volunteers who came out to help unload buses full of donations at the Kanata Food Cupboard. Thank you to everyone who donated food and to everyone who came out to help. I am continuously impressed with the amazing community spirit I see in Kanata-Carleton!

Indo-Canada Ottawa Business Chamber In support of mental health, ICOBC held their gala this week.

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Kiwanis Club of Ottawa marks 100 years

By Melissa Murray mmurray@metroland.com

One Christmas, when Mark Max was a young boy, he went with his father, a Kiwanis Club of Ottawa member, to deliver Christmas hampers.

“We went to homes and places I never would have imagined in my life. It really opened my eyes to people really needed help and weren’t as fortunate,” Max said, reflecting on memories of the club. Following in his father’s footsteps, he became a member and has been for more than 45 years.

Today, the group prepares and delivers more than 600 food hampers to individuals and families in need. The club’s activities focus on children and youth and span from fundraisers like the annual bed race to TV Bingo.

And as Canada celebrated 150 years in 2017, Ottawa Kiwanis spent the year celebrating 100 years of community service.

Max is the chair of the anniversary committee and organized the culminating meeting of its centennial year, which will occur Dec. 15 at

the same place it started, with a lunch for past and current members at the Chateau Laurier.

At the time, a lunch at the landmark hotel cost about 50 cents. The first official meeting drew 62 members.

The Kiwanis Club of Ottawa was created by Kiwanis International in 1917, making it the third club in Canada, following Toronto and Hamilton.

Since then, it has been involved in raising $100,000 for cancer research, $50,000 toward ending homelessness and bringing in more than $4.5 million for CHEO over 17 years through the annual Duck Race for Tiny Hearts.

“It became a big affair; it was so fun and corny,” Max said, adding that hundreds of people would line both sides of the Rideau Canal to watch the ducks float to the finish line.

But the list of initiatives doesn’t stop with duck races at Hartwell Locks.

One of the first appeals to the club for help was made by the Salvation Army, according to a club history compiled

by Shirley Tomblin, who was

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The Kiwanis Duck Race for Tiny Hearts at CHEO raised more than $4.5 million over 17 years. the administrative secretary for 21 years and the first female member in 1990.

In 1918, with 150 members, the club promised to raise $40,000 towards the construction of Grace Hospital on Wellington Street.

Years later, in 1967, the club raised more than $25,000 for a new addition to the hospital.

The club has had a hand in countless initiatives, including founding the Kiwanis Boys Club in 1924, which later became the Boys and Girls

Club of Ottawa. It also operated Club Banting, a camp for diabetic children.

A Kiwanian, Vic Castledine, also founded the 211 Air Cadet Squadron in 1941, one of the first in Ottawa.

The organization even hosted the Grey Cup pregame party at the Ottawa Civic centre in 1988, and sold 4,200 tickets for $25 each, raising more than $73,000 for the Kiwanis Medical Foundation.

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I had the honour of participating in a somber candlelight vigil in Kanata to remember all women abused and murdered on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. 28 years after the Polytechnique Massacre, where 14 women were killed simply for being women, it is important to keep taking concrete steps to question, call out, and speak up against acts of gender-based violence.

Lights on Parliament Hill I had the privilege of representing Minister Mélanie Joly to launch the 33rd Christmas Lights Across Canada on Parliament Hill! Every night from now until January 7th, enjoy the magical winter lightscapes multimedia show projected on the Parliament buildings. I was also present for the inaugural launch of the Canada 150 rink on Parliament Hill, which is open all winter for free public skating. Parliament is officially ready for Christmas!

Dec. 13th & 14th, 2017

Keep Ottawa Warm As the cold weather sets in, we must remember those in our communities who will be the most affected. I have joined the #KeepOttawaWarm campaign by placing a donation box outside my office door at 555 Legget Drive, Suite 121, for anyone to come by and donate their winter clothing. Donations will go to the Ottawa Mission, Shepherds of Good Hope, and Cornerstone Housing for Women. Please consider donating some clothing so that everyone can keep warm.

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 www.facebook.com/karenmccrimmon.ca/

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“At that party, for the Grey Cup, we ran out of beer,” Max said, adding the mayor at the time, Jim Durrell, gave them permission to use drinks set aside for the following day’s festivities to sell to the thirsty crowd.

They ordered only enough drinks for 1,000 people.

He said being a club member meant having connections that could help you out of such a jam, like running out of alcohol.

Club meetings, which are the backbone of the organization, take place twice a month on Fridays and have featured some prominent guests.

In the late ‘90s, James Bond actor Roger Moore was the guest speaker at a meeting as an ambassador for the Kiwanis service project aiming to eliminate iodine deficiency disorder.

The club raised $6,500 for the project that made a significant impact.

But a meeting perhaps even more notable was in 1983

Notice Of Public Meeting Regarding Development Charges Tuesday February 13, 2018 9:30 a.m.

Ottawa City Hall, Champlain Room 110 Laurier Avenue West Planning Committee will hold a public meeting pursuant to to Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, regarding the amended Village of Manotick areaspecific development charge. It is proposed that the enactment of an amending development charges by-law by Council will occur on a date subsequent to the public meeting.

Interested residents are invited to speak to Planning Committee members about the proposed by-law and background study. To do so, residents must contact: Melody Duffenais Tel: 613-580-2424, ext. 20113 Email: Melody.Duffenais@ottawa.ca

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ABOVE LEFT: Since 1945, the Kiwanis Club in the Ottawa area have helped support the Kiwanis Music Festival. ABOVE RIGHT: The club ran the Kiwanis TV Auction from 1961 to 1995. when Prince Charles and Princess Diana came to Ottawa.

During the lunch at the Chateau Laurier, there was a power failure and the Royal couple had to be escorted through the kitchen for their safety to bring them up to the meeting.

Like all clubs, Kiwanis is changing. Not all of the meetings are still held at the Chateau Laurier. Some take place at the Ottawa Hunt and Golf

Club, Max said.

“It’s no secret for any service club,” he said of aging members and an 80-20 split between inactive and active members.

But allowing women to join in 1990 helped keep membership up.

According to the club’s website there are now more than 150 members from the private, public and volunteer sectors.

But the work of the club

remains vital even 100 years in, Max said, adding it would be a terrible shame for service clubs to scale down.

“People still need help,” he said.

And for 100 years, that’s what Kiwanis has done by volunteering, fundraising and building community projects and following its mission: addressing “the needs of the community to improve the quality of life.”

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING REGARDING DEVELOPMENT CHARGES Thursday February 1, 2018 10 a.m.

The Chamber, Ben Franklin Place 101 Centrepointe Drive Agricultural and Rural Affairs Committee will hold a public meeting pursuant to to Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, regarding the amended Village of Manotick area-specific development charge. It is proposed that the enactment of an amending development charges by-law by Council will occur on a date subsequent to the public meeting.

Interested residents are invited to speak to Agricultural and Rural Affairs Committee members about the proposed by-law and background study. To do so, residents must contact: Marc Desjardins Tel: 613-580-2424, ext 28821 Email: Marc.Desjardins@ottawa.ca

The 2018 Amendment Development Charges Background Study was made available on December 15, 2017 for review via a link on the City’s website at www.ottawa.ca. The proposed development charges by-law will be made available for review on or before January 29, 2018.

The 2018 Amendment Development Charges Background Study was made available on December 15, 2017 for review via a link on the City’s website at www.ottawa.ca. The proposed development charges by-law will be made available for review on or before January 29, 2018.

Residents may make comments at the public meeting or in writing before February 13, 2018 to:

Residents may make comments at the public meeting or in writing before February 1, 2018 to:

Gary Baker Program Coordinator, Development Charges Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Development Department City of Ottawa 110 Laurier Avenue West, 4th floor Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Tel: 613-580-2424, ext. 27406 Email: gary.baker@ottawa.ca

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Marianne Wilkinson

Serving Kanata north City Councillor, Kanata north GOOD NEWS! A NEW COMMUNITY PAPER IS COMING! I’m meeting with the person who is doing this next week and will provide details on my website when I have more to report.

ANNUAL REPORT – You should be receiving my annual report in next week’s mail. This report gives you an overview of what has happened in Kanata North during the year. I have distributed the report in English by direct mail. I have some in my Ward office if you did not receive one. The report will also be available in French and can be picked up at my ward office or via email upon request. If you have any questions or concerns concerning the report please do not hesitate to contact me.

CITY BUDGET – At Council this week we voted on the budget. I voted for a motion to add a one time levy of .5% for infrastructure renewal because, for a number of years, the amount approved for repaving roads or fixing sidewalks and buildings has been well below what is needed to maintain them. Major roads such as Campeau and March, which have heavy traffic, are in poor condition. In 2017, the only road repaved in Kanata North was March Road from Campeau to Teron. In 2018, the only one scheduled is Terry Fox from 300m north of Campeau to the 417. We need to seriously maintain our roads before they deteriorate so badly that much more costly reconstruction will be necessary.

RUNNING ON EMPTIES- DECEMBER 16 – CHRISTMAS EXCHANGE Volunteers from Christmas Exchange will be at The Beer Stores in the area collecting empties for families in need over the holiday season. Please consider dropping off empty beer and wine bottles for them. For more information go to their website at www.caringandsharing.ca ALTHOUGH THE DEADLINE TO ADOPT A FAMILY IS PAST - The Kanata Food Cupboard still needs assistance to meet the needs of those who cannot afford much at Christmas.

Last week they were at 504 families with more still coming in.

If you know of a family in need, that may be too proud to ask, notify the Food Cupboard. Please consider donating funds to the Kanata Food Cupboard so they can help everyone in our community that needs help. For more information on how you can donate visit their website at www.kanatafoodcupboard.ca LRT Meeting – I would like to thank the large number of residents who came to the meeting concerning the Light Rail Environmental Assessment Process. Your comments and suggestions will be considered in preparing the final report that will recommend a route, provide a high level cost estimate, and indicate how it could be built in phases if insufficient funds are available to construct the entire route at any time.

West-end Councillors are all supportive of moving forward as soon as the track reaches Moodie in 2024, so I’ve asked the Mayor to work with us to find a means of getting the necessary funding. At this time, it is not in the affordability plan that goes to 2031. The consultant’s report will go to the Transportation Committee next Spring, at which time you can attend to make any further comments, within a within a 5 minute limit.

Meeting information will soon be on the project website. https://tinyurl.com/KanataLRT RICHCRAFT RECREATION COMPLEX KANATA – CHILDREN’S HOLIDAY PARTY – What a great event!

I sponsor the cookie decorating area and loved the creations the children made, and then ate. Thanks to all the volunteers who made this event so much fun for all.

UPCOMING EVENTS Dec 16 - Kanata Choral Society, 7:30pm, St. Paul’s Church, 20 Young Rd Dec 16 – Running on Empties, The Beer Stores

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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Youth Ottawa fighting unemployment

BY Jennifer McIntosh jennifer.mcintosh@metroland.com

Youth Ottawa is tackling the issue of youth employment by creating a project that will utilize the technology skills they already possess.

The project — which trains young people to create videos for area businesses — is called Youth Active Media and received $125,000 from the Ottawa Community Foundation.

Ian Bingeman, the executive director of Youth Ottawa, said organizers have built the project of the ground up.

“A lot of things aimed at youth tend to focus on what they lack,” he said. “This is a strength-based approach. We want to developed what they’re naturally inclined to be good at.”

The project provides skills in video shooting, editing, marketing and developing business relationships.

There’s room for 144 participants at the moment, and the cash infusion from the foundation will fund participation for 40 young people.

While many will go on to

work with local businesses, Youth Ottawa will formally hire eight to provide training for their peers and market the program.

Youth unemployment is nearly double that of other age categories in the capital, Bingeman said.

“In some cases it’s a lack of opportunities,” he said. “But it can also be that there’s a perception that school is your No. 1 job.”

Marco Pagani, president of the Ottawa Community Foundation, said youth unemployment sits at 13.6 per cent in Ottawa.

“The impacts of youth not finding employment or starting on a career path when they leave high school can be devastating both personally and to the community and broader society,” he said.

Bingeman said the project aims to focus on gaining a marketable skill set.

“This would be something that would help them gain experience, but wouldn’t be as many hours per week,” he said.

Youth Active Media was one of three projects that vied

for the grant as part of the foundation’s New Leaf Community Challenge. According to a press release from the foundation, the challenge is aimed at inspiring innovative and collaborative approaches to addressing critical issues in Ottawa.

The challenge is in its third year — the focus in other years has been food security and local food systems.

The other two projects presented to the jury of community experts at the Innovation Centre at Bayview Yards on Nov. 22 were: Get Into — a collaborative initiative with the Ottawa Community Housing Corporation and Prince’s Charities Canada designed to provide youth with training and work experience; and an agricultural project proposed

by Youth Now Canada and the Parkdale Food Centre.

“While I know it was a difficult decision for the jury, I am confident Youth Ottawa and the Social Planning Council of Ottawa will contribute to improving the employment situation for young people,” Pagani said.

New gang strategy shifts focus

BY Jennifer McIntosh jennifer.mcintosh@metroland.com

Recent violence is more disorganized, and not tied to gangs, said Sgt. Mark Patterson.

Crime Prevention Ottawa presented a refresh of their street violence and gang strategy on Dec. 5.

The answer, it seems, is prevention.

“We can’t arrest our way out of this problem,” Nancy Worsfold, who heads CPO, said. “We can’t rely on the police to solve the problem.”

While enforcement is still key, and Patterson outlined recent operations the force has done to get guns and drugs off the streets, consultations have shown that there’s a need to get down to some of the root causes of violence.

There have been 66 shootings so far this year, and only 19 are gang related Patterson said.

One of the challenges, Patterson said, is that witnesses don’t want to co-operate with police.

It’s the instability that comes from the drug trade that is prompting the violence, Worsfold and Patterson said.

The work has involved CPO, the school boards, police and several community health centres, as well as the John Howard Society.

Part of the strategy involves finding more mentorship and job opportunities for youth at risk, and building better relationships between police and the communities that are experiencing street-level violence.

With complex clients and several agencies, one of the take-aways has been the need for a better transition when moving from one service to another.

For example, young people hit 18 and have to move from youth services to adult programs, and there’s often some disruption, Dr. Melanie Bania said.

The agency, which operates on a scant budget, was founded by the City of Ottawa in 2013.

It launched its three-year Ottawa Gang Strategy in 2013 with the goal of dissuading young people from joining gangs, and convincing existing members to leave the lifestyle behind.

But it’s no small time commitment, as it can take months — even years — for gang members to distance themselves from the lifestyle.

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t was Turkey Fair day in Renfrew.

Our home had been in a state of turmoil for days getting everything ready. Although it was called Turkey Fair, we took chickens, geese, homemade soap, butter, a good batch of Mother’s homemade stickybuns, and anything else that might bring in a few dollars.

Going into Renfrew for a full day filled me with excitement, and I would spend the hours going in and out of stores at will, my favourite being the Five and Dime.

But it was a time of worry too. What if there was a snowstorm, and nobody came out to buy their Christmas turkey? What would we do with a sleigh full of other things we hoped to sell, and which we had spent so much time on getting ready?

We were all up before dawn, and Father said the weather was perfect! Every-

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thing was moved from the summer kitchen to the back of the flat-bottom sleigh, spread out on white sheets, and then covered with more sheets, and finally one of Mother’s best quilts to keep everything from freezing.

And of course, we five children, with Mother and Father had to find room on the sleigh too.

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Northcote Side Road for the 12 and a half mile ride into Renfrew. Audrey and I crammed into the seat, which already held Mother and Father. The three brothers were scattered among the array neatly placed on the back of the sleigh, ready for sale.

And of course there were the usual quart baskets of lunch.

Leaving early we could be sure of a good spot to park the sleigh on the main street,

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after which Father would unhitch the horses and take them to the drive shed at the other end of Raglan.

All the way into Renfrew I said a silent prayer that the day would go well, and the town’s people would come out in droves, and we would go back home with an empty sleigh.

All the stores had opened early, Raglan street was teeming with people, and all I wanted to do was get away, because I couldn’t bear the thought of anyone looking over what we had, and walking on to the next sleigh without buying, so I headed right for the Five and Dime, where I knew I could spend at least an hour looking over the array of Christmas toys on display.

My brothers and Audrey went their own way, all of us with orders to come back for lunch when the big clock struck 12. Ritza’s Drugstore

was another favourite place of mine, and I spent a long time looking at the glass cases of cosmetics, and in the air you could smell Lily of the Valley, the perfume Miss Crosby wore. I knew it was time to head back to the sleigh when I heard the town clock strike 12, and I worried what I would find. What if Mother had made no sales?

What would we do with all the stuff we had brought? paper bags

We had been saving brown paper bags from Briscoe’s General Store for weeks, and there was Mother stuffing a chicken into one, and taking money and cramming it into her purse. I looked over the sleigh.

The buns were gone ... and the butter ... so were the turkeys and the geese! All I could see were three chickens and a pan of homemade

soap. Audrey was in charge of the lunch, and she doled out the sandwiches and cookies, and suddenly I was ravenous, and filled with the utmost joy. All my worries were for naught. We sat on the end of the almost empty sleigh, and watched Mother stuff the two final chickens into paper sacks.

She shoved the soap tray under the seat, reached into her purse and took out a few coins and handed them to Audrey. “I think you should all go to the Chinese restaurant and have a cup of hot chocolate before we head home.” Imagine!

Money for hot chocolate!

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In an effort to keep you informed on municipal issues, please visit my website at www.councillorallanhubley.ca or my Facebook page to continue to read my community column and other updates.

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LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, even though people around you may be bearing down, you are able to think on your feet and come through the situation. You’ll rebound stronger than ever.

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VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 This is a great week for you, Virgo.

You may feel like you can exercise more freedom at work or in your personal life, and overcome any obstacles that are holding you back.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 There are some unexpected surprises coming your way, Capricorn. But don’t worry too much about them.

Simply go with the flow and everything will fall into place.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Participating in some spontaneous activities will add some spice to your life, Gemini. Explore those things that you wouldn’t normally think to try.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, a situation in your life is getting testy. This is based on a misunderstanding, and things will ultimately work their way out. Take a deep breath and be patient.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, life may seem as if you were driving on a multi-lane highway and then all the lanes merge into one. Veer off your usual path for a while to get away from it all.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, if you put things into perspective the emotional strain and tension in your world can be dramatically reduced. Focus on the things that are working out well for you.

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PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, if you can learn to distance yourself from the emotional side of situations and focus on the practical, it will be smooth sailing this week.

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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

Dec. 16

The Kanata Choral Society will perform Christmas in Kanata, a medley of classical and popular carols with soloists and strings. St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 20 Young Rd., 7:30 p.m. With silent auction and reception. Tickets: adults $18 in advance and $20 at the door, seniors: $15, students 13+: $10. For details: kanatachoralsociety.ca or call 613-5921991.

Dec. 16-24

The Kanata Seniors Council is once again offering a Christmas Gift Wrapping service at the Hazeldean Mall. The wrap will run Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 .a.m. to 4 p.m. The service is provided on a donation basis. This is a major fundraiser for the Kanata Seniors Council with the profits going back to benefit area seniors.

Dec. 17

Sensory Santa at the Hazeldean Mall. The mall has set aside a specific time just for children on the autism spectrum and their families to come and see Santa at a quieter time and in a sensory friendly environment (music turned down, fewer people, etc). From 10 to 11 a.m. No registratation is required.

For details: info@quickstartautism.ca or visit quickstartautism.ca.

Dec. 18

The Ladies’ Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion,

Branch #638 Kanata hosts its annual Seniors Festive Luncheon on Monday, Dec. 18, at 11:30 a.m. Menu is turkey with all the trimmings. White elephant and rummage table; Christmas sing-a-long. Tickets are $15.

Advance tickets sales only and must be picked up on or before Dec. 10 at the Legion, 70 Hines Rd. For details and hours of operation: 613-5915570 or kanatabr638.ca.

Anne will be demonstrating the basics of abstract painting and will also discuss how to approach a gallery.

Lee Anne’s artwork can be viewed at www.leeannelaforge.com. Check out KAC classes, workshops and studios at www.kac1.ca.

Until Jan. 12

Kanata and District Breast Cancer Support Group monthly meeting at 7 p.m. on Dec. 21 at the Mlacak Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr. Kanata. For information call Judy at 613-592-1929.

The Ottawa West Arts Association’s new exhibition is on at the gallery. Fill out People’s Choice ballots for your favorite pieces. The gallery is located in the Goulbourn Rec Complex, 1500 Shea Rd. and open seven days a week. Visit owaa.ca to view a tribute to Canada 150, past exhibitions and featured artists.

Dec. 31

Tuesdays

Dec. 21

Celebrate a Newfie New Year at the Kanata Legion.

Menu is a roast beef buffet

by Leatherworks Catering (roast top sirloin, chicken, vegetarian penne, salads and more). Music by DJ Eden.

Prizes and party favours.

Dress is smart casual to formal. Tickets $50. Advance tickets sales only and must be picked up on or before Dec. 27 at the Kanata Legion, 70 Hines Rd. For details and hours of operation: 613-5915570 or kanatabr638.ca.

Jan. 10

The Kanata Art Club will hold a meeting Jan. 10 at 1:30 p.m. at 630 Cameron Harvey Dr., Kanata (K2K 1X7). Our guest speaker will be Lee Anne Laforge, a retired teacher who now indulges in her renewed passion for painting. Lee

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 the address, please contact Leslie at amagicalbirth@hotmail.com or call 613-829-8511.

Wednesdays

Kanata Sunrise Rotary Club now meets at Cafe Luna at 329 March Rd, every second Wednesday at 7 a.m.

Join us at the Hazeldean library, 50 Castlefrank Rd., from 4 to 5:30 p.m. for Homework Help: tutoring, reading, and homework support in English and French. For ages 6 to 12.

Led by Frontier College. We are also looking for volunteers to provide tutoring in French for this program.

For more information, please contact Sarah Brydges at sbrydges@frontiercollege.ca.

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

The Kanata Chess Club meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Hazeldean Mall food court. Players of all ages and playing abilities are welcome. Contact Dave Anderson at 613-836-6869.

Thursdays

The Nepean-Kanata Rotary

Club meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. at Villa Lucia Restaurant. 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.

Fridays

Come and enjoy English county dancing – beautiful music, friendly people, easy dances. Fridays beginning Sept. 8 until the end of May, from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at the John G. Mlacak Community Centre, hall A. Beginners session at 7:30 p.m., no partner necessary and your first night is free. Annual fee is $60.

For information call June 613-746-1424 or go to Ot-

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Ongoing

The Salvation Army needs Christmas Kettle attendant volunteers. As little as two hours will make a lasting difference. All indoor locations.

To sign up visit salvationarmyottawa.ca or call Kristine at 613-241-1573 ext. 307.

Hospice Care Ottawa offers in-home support and day hospice programs throughout the city. 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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