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Elsie Ross, Victoria Paine and Nicole Gagnon manned the games table at the Kanata United Church for the annual Beaverbrook Girl Guide Tea and Bazaar on March 31 at the Kanata United Church. The bazaar offered family and friends everything from crafts, baked goods and potted plants.

Kanata Little League Baseball hopes to boost registration this year.

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Ministry ready to fund Kanata north school: Curry

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District School Board must first request the money as one of its capital projects priorities before a May 31 deadline and approve recommendations in an accommodation review study in Kanata north, she Asaid.U T O C A A build site for the new school has already been iden-

ommendation that has attracted tified by board staff, who have Ottawa.

Staff presented a multi-year opposition from groups of parbeen negotiating a potential deal with developers and land- plan to reduce overcrowding in ents in both Kanata north and owners in a region west of Kanata schools during a board south.

Kanata R E Lakes.& A C committee C E meeting S Sdiscussing O R I“WeEdon’t S have any other The board won’t give an ex- two accommodation reviews option,” said Karyn Ostafichuk, act location of the site until it’s in Kanata north and south on a manager of planning for the public school board. “We didn’t ready to sign a deal, said staff, April 2.

The multi-year plan calls for feel we had a plan B that really adding it is located somewhere north of Highway 417, near construction of two elemen- worked long term.”

After a decade of juggling tary schools, a high school and Huntmar Drive.

The board hopes to build a additions to several existing student populations and movsecond elementary school in elementary schools and high ing grades among Kanata’s Kanata north, near the intersec- schools and will cost between overcrowded schools, the board needs to bring in long-term and tion of the future realignment $30 million to $50 million. solutions, she said.

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Kanata trustee supports grades 7 to 12 high school proposal NEW SCHOOL, from 1

Jen Rantz, whose two children attend W.O. Mitchell Elementary School in Bridlewood, and one of more than 30 parents who attended the April 2 board meeting, said trustees should reject the staff motion for Kanata south.

“It’s not in the best interest of the children,” said Rantz. “(My kids) have grade 7 and 8 facilities available to them right up the street from their their house.”

Megan Cornell, who cochaired the Kanata north accommodation review committee, said Earl of March cannot accommodate grades 7 and 8.

The school doesn’t have the gym or classroom space to take in the new students, she said, adding that the school could soon become overcrowded.

The board created accommodation review committees – formed by members of the community – for Kanata north and south in 2010, which pre-

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sented a list of recommendations last winter.

Only the Kanata north committee proposed introducing a grades 7 to 12 model – at both West Carleton and Earl of March high schools – and only in the event the board could not obtain funding for construction of a new elementary school.

Staff went one step further, proposing the board adopt a grades 7 to 12 model at both Earl of March and A.Y. Jackson Secondary School regardless of whether the board obtained funding for a new school.

The public board is having trouble keeping pace with the rapid pace of residential growth in Kanata, said Ostafichuk, referring to developments in Morgan’s Grant, Kanata Lakes and the area between Stittsville and Kanata.

“If we’re to keep pace with these building permits that are (coming about) where are we going to put those kids?” she said.

KANATA SOUTH RECOMMENDATIONS (STAFF)

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In Kanata south, staff presented a series of proposals that would be implemented in 2013.

• Bridlewood Community Elementary School and W.O. Mitchell Elementary School would become dual track junior kindergarten to Grade 6 schools, with grades 7 and 8 moving to Glen Cairn Public School. Bridlewood would continue to offer its middle French immersion program for grades 4 to 6.

• Glen Cairn would become a dual track middle school for Grades 7 to 8, keeping the gifted program from Bridlewood, and would become an annex of A.Y. Jackson Secondary School.

• Castlefrank Elementary School would house dual track junior kindergarten to Grade 3 students while Katimavik Elementary School would become a dual track grades 4 to 8 school. Katimavik would phase out its middle French immersion program. Staff noted that the two schools would eventually join at Katimavik, with Castlefrank being “repurposed” in the future.

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School would stay the same, but with a smaller boundary for French immersion students.

• John Young Elementary School would take in the JK to Grade 6 students displaced from Glen Cairn and its boundary would change.

to Earl of March Secondary School, which will adopt a Grade 7 to 12 model.

• West Carleton Secondary School remain a Grade 9 to 12 school.

KANATA NORTH RECOMMENDATIONS (STAFF)

Curry said she will present a motion at the April 5 board committee meeting, supporting the staff proposal in both Kanata north and south with a few tweaks.

“I will put forward the staff recommendation with a few changes,” said Curry, adding that she’s looking to provide clear guidelines for transition teams, who will help students and parents adjust to changes at the elementary and high schools.

The tweaks will also allow the board to grandfather some of the changes over several years at some of the schools, she added.

The board will make a final decision at a full board meeting on April 24.

At the April 2 meeting, several trustees demanded more information from staff providing a cost-benefit analysis of staff’s proposal versus the accommodation review committee (ARC) recommendation.

“I don’t want to be back here in four years . . .just to deal with growth pressures,” said Barrhaven KnoxdaleMerivale trustee Mark Fisher.

Rideau Vanier-Capital trustee Rob Campbell said he had trouble understanding why staff thought their recommendation was better than the one provided by the Kanata south committee.

“Staff has suggested the ARC solution works,” he said.

“It works.

In Kanata north, staff’s recommendations are planned for 2015 because the school board is still trying to secure land and funding for a new elementary school in the area.

In the meantime, construction will begin on an eightclassroom addition to South March Public School in September 2012, and enrolments will be monitored at Stephen Leacock Public School, W. Erskine Johnston Public School and Jack Donohue Public School to determine if interim measures such as finding temporary satellite sites for extra students will be necessary in 2013 and 2014.

Beginning in 2015, staff recommended: • Jack Donohue remain a dual-track JK to Grade 8 school, with grades 7 and 8 students from South March Public School moving to Jack Donohue.

• Roland Michener Public School become a junior kindergarten to Grade 6 dualtrack school with a boundary change.

• Stephen Leacock become a JK to Grade 6 school and add an English program. W. Erskine Johnston would also lose its grades 7 and 8 students, and offer middle French immersion for grades 4 to 6.

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“The (Kanata south) ARC solution doesn’t call for capital expenditure,” said Campbell. “The majority of the community doesn’t want to see a (grades) 7 to 12.”

River Zone trustee Shirley Seward said staff must provide more facts and figures and responses to complaints from Kanata parents if trustees are to reject recommendations coming from the accommodation review committees.

“These are our clients,” she said. “These are our people.”

Somerset-Kitchissippi trustee Jennifer McKenzie said she will present an alternate motion supporting the Kanata south ARC recommendations at the April 5 board meeting if the Curry motion for Kanata south fails.

“I think keeping the 7s and 8s in their communities makes sense,” said McKenzie.

“I find it very reassuring that the ARC and I are in the same head space.”

Ostafichuk said it would have been much easier to go with what the ARC committees proposed.

But the staff proposal is more sustainable in the longterm, she said, adding that the life-span of an elementary school is shorter than that of a

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“A high school has a lot more staying power,” she said.

“The high school tends to be our most valuable real estate.”

Staff is calling for building additions to A.Y. Jackson and Earl to take in the grades 7 and 8 students – who will be separated from the high school population by different time tables and use of a separate wing of the school, said staff.

In the case of A.Y. Jackson, which calls for using Glen Cairn Public School as an annex for the grades 7 and 8 students, students won’t be expected to travel back in forth between both buildings unless supervised, said staff.

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of the emotional literacy,” said Snow, a supply teacher who lives in Barrhaven. “It helps them be more helpful to each other.”

Students are able to recognize if an action is negative or positive by applying the situation to Sammy.

“Baby Sammy is our mascot in the classroom on how we act,” said Young. “This resonates with them.”

On March 26, Sammy visited the classroom. The students gathered in a circle on the floor around Snow and her baby. Sammy was given his transitional toy, a stuffed bear, and the students were asked to describe how they knew he liked the object.

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“He’s playing with it,” said another.

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Lynn Young’s split class is taking part in Roots of Empathy, an evidence-based classroom program that has shown significant effect in reducing levels of bullying, while raising students’ social and emotional competence.

About once a month, Tracey Snow visits the class with her infant Sammy, who is currently seven months old.

The students learn about how Sammy grows, try to gauge how he’s feeling and apply the findings to real-life situations.

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Senior cadets from 2870 Royal Canadian Dragoons Cadet Corps will be travelling to the Netherlands, Belgium and France as part of the nine-day tour.

“I’m very excited, I think it’s a really good opportunity,” said Sgt. Francesca

Martin.

“That battle was one of the biggest things in Canadian history.”

The Stittsville resident said she’s looking forward to the parade the cadets will partake in on April 9.

“The whole parade with everyone there for the 95th (anniversary) of Vimy is the part I’m looking forward to the most,” said the Grade 11 Holy Trinity Catholic High School student. “We get to be in the trenches.

“We still get to see where they were living and how

bad it was.”

Nineteen cadets were selected for the tour from 2870 Royal Canadian Dragoons.

The corps will leave on April 4, travelling to Amsterdam, Bruges, Passchendaele, Vimy, Normandy and Paris.

“I think it’s cool that our commanding officer (CO) is the grandson of the general that led us through that battle,” said Francesca.

The commanding officer of the Kanata Dragoons corps, Capt. A. W. Currie, is the grandson of Sir Arthur

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This beautiful church, built in 1839 and now a heritage site, offers a uniquely intimate setting for this wellloved masterpiece. The choir will present this work with soloists Doreen Taylor-Claxton and Michael Carty, and a 10-piece orchestra to mark Easter Saturday as part of the Lenten Music Series in the Parish of March.

The impetus for presenting this work in the Parish of March grew out of a desire to put together a musical offering that would be an especially beautiful and spiritually enriching event for the Parish.

Since the choir began rehearsing in September, the project has grown to include wonderful opportunities for community building and educational outreach.

Over the past months, several singers from outside the church community have been drawn to the choir to be part of this work. Their reasons for coming are varied; to work on developing vocal technique, to experience rehearsing and performing this amazing piece of music, to support the music ministry of the Parish, and even to improve health through singing.

Also, this project has offered an opportunity for the Parish of March Choir to connect once again with the Cantiamo Girls Choir. These two choirs have collaborated for the past three years at St John’s’ beloved annual Advent Carol Service.

Now, six of the most experienced girls of Cantiamo – who are either currently pursuing or considering pursuing music as a career – have joined the project to gain first-hand experience with this important musical work.

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Tough economic times are never pretty

H

as Ontario turned into a classic example of keeping up with the Joneses by increasing debt to keep up with the average Canadian consumer?

The March 24 budget tabled by the provincial government says we are. Our piggy bank is dry, every last penny – and more – has been spent.

We’re following in the footsteps of the average citi-

zen, who can’t seem to resist pulling out the credit card for pricey purchases.

But unlike spend thrifty average Joes, we expect more from our government.

We’re wasting billions of dollars on interest payments alone every year. To put things into perspective, Ontario spends $4.7 billion on the administration of justice and $7.5 billion on postsecondary education and training. The cost of servic-

ing the provincial debt each year nearly tops both at $10.6 billion.

Now that the coffers are truly dry, it’s time to get on the right track and get rid of the debt, even if it means drastically cutting costs over the few years.

Overall, there are bound to be people who are unhappy – take money away from anywhere and it’s going to reduce services and facilities, or affect staffing.

But years down the road, with the debt reduced, that’s a lot of money we could have back to invest in worthwhile projects.

Ontario can fund a lot of schools and hospitals with $10 billion, a long-term gain that can’t be overlooked.

Short-term, is this the best budget that people can expect?

No, because things will be cut, services will be reduced.

It might be a rough road, but

follow the path for the next five years and it’s going to be a good decision for the province as a whole. At least that’s the plan.

There is a great deal at stake as Ontario’s 444 municipalities begin to realize they will have to make some hard choices.

The choice between raising taxes to make up for any shortfall in provincial funding or doing without will be difficult to make.

Sewage treatment plants and schools do not come cheap.

Even if Ontario is as overburdened as a beleaguered consumer, it’s never too late to chart our own path.

Let’s not be an example of the poor getting poorer, because when you’re in debt to the tune of almost $240 billion, the hole is already deep enough.

While the budget might not leave smiles on anyone’s faces for the immediate future, the cuts are going to mean a long-term benefit for our province and be a decision we won’t regret down the line.

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Watering down Canadian politics CHARLES GORDON Funny Town

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he day after Thomas Mulcair was elected leader of the New Democratic Party, Canadians opened their newspapers to see what it all meant. They got the expected assortment of comments about the quality of his acceptance speech, the nature of his support and the feeling in the room. And, in several high-quality national newspapers, they read – or didn’t read – articles about Mulcair’s beard.

Image consultants were consulted. “It may be a personal bias, I don’t know,� said one. “I prefer, even in a leader, whether it be political or business, I think I would prefer a man who was clean-shaven myself.�

She added that beards made her think of older men. She mentioned Roger Whitaker, a perennial favourite at the National Arts Centre some years ago. This might not have been flattering. A second image consultant was consulted, the article being nothing if not thorough. “My advice to him is if that’s something he’s comfortable with, he certainly needs to keep it clean,� this one said. Another newspaper ran a series of photos of bearded political leaders down through the ages. One was Pierre Trudeau, but the newspaper helpfully pointed out that Trudeau only wore a beard when he was briefly leader of the Opposition in 1979.

What important lessons are we to learn from this? Absolutely none. Except that there is a tendency now in the media to reduce any important issue to a lifestyle story. Think of it: In the last election how many stories did you see about Jack Layton’s mustache?

And, well before that, how many stories did

you see about Preston Manning changing his hair style? Or Stephen Harper wearing glasses?

Why is this? One obvious answer is that the news media think we are stupid, that we can’t handle the details of policy and ideology and want only to read about appearances. Another is that the image story is the easiest one in the world to write. Just phone the image consultant and ask about beards.

A more complicated answer stems from what the media see as our obsession with celebrity and personality. If we want to know every detail about, say, Julia Roberts, wouldn’t we want to know the same about Thomas Mulcair?

Probably not, but that never stopped an image consultant’s phone from ringing.

The obsession with turning news into lifestyle can extend even into the most tragic circumstances. A couple of weeks ago, Trayvon Martin, an unarmed black teenager in a Florida community was shot to death by a white man who said he felt threatened by him. Trayvon was wearing a hoodie, a piece of apparel common among young people. Several days later major newspapers in both Canada and the United States saw fit to publish lengthy articles on the origins and meaning of the hoodie, quoting fashion professors at universities and such.

Suffice it to say that if the victim had been wearing a cowboy hat there would have been reporters asking fashion professors about cowboy hats. It has come to this.

Fortunately this style of reporting has not always been with us. Otherwise, we would have seen bricklayers interviewed when the Berlin Wall fell. How would you keep your wall from falling? Marie Antoinette’s famous “Let them eat cake� would have followed by recipes from local bakers. When Moses parted the Red Sea, image consultants would have been interviewed. Is it good for a sea to be red?

What if it had been blue?

But grim days are ahead. You know how there’s this big debate over light rail stations in Ottawa? How long will be before there are articles about what colour the station walls should be?

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To the editor, According to the article in your March 22 edition, “Scotiabank Place perfect spot for casino: Qadri,” some of our city councillors want to see a casino at Scotiabank Place.

One says, “It’s the perfect venue.”

Is that something we want in our community? Will those same councillors be spending lots of time there? Will they tell their friends and family to take up gambling as a worthwhile pastime? Will they encourage our school children to visit the casino on a field trip?

Will they personally help out

addicted gamblers when they can no longer pay their bills?

Will this engender civic pride in our neighbourhood?

At least my councillor, Allan Hubley, has not thrown in his support for the idea. I hope he doesn’t.

Some say we need the money. I say that’s dirty money.

We don’t need that.

Jake Cole Katimavik ***

Thank you to the community

The Major Bantam B Kanata Blazers ended their season this past Saturday with an “Amazing Race” and poker

party.

We would like to thank Constable Patrick Alden of the Ottawa police, Peter Ambroziak of the Bell Sensplex, Jill and Sharon from the Hazeldean branch of Bank of Montreal, Joanne and Sunny from the March Road Sobeys, the drive-thru staff at the Bridlewood McDonalds, Jon and Derek from Pro Hockey Life, Lisa from Kevin Haime Golf, Tammy Louvelle of Full House Casino Rentals, and Matt and Derek Bulmer and Roxy Tuy for their participation in and support of our event.

The winning team consisted of Jamie Watt, Greg Wasylasko, Tony Lamadeleine and Nick Desjardins with Scott Leger as their driver.

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The study looked specifically at cases of total knee replacements in elderly patients with osteoarthritis. Three years after receiving surgery, patients had an 11 per cent lower risk of heart failure. And after seven years, their risk of dying for any reason was 50 per cent lower.

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Jennifer Gunn, junior program manager for the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation said the Ortho Connect program helps to match patients with volunteers who have undergone a similar surgery.

“Through this program we match patients with volunteers, such as Joan, who have undergone a similar surgery,” said Gunn. “A live voice who understands just what the patient is going through provides immeasurable comfort, and a personal view of what to expect and how to get ready for their return to mobility.”

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Protect yourself and the people around you Written by: Michelle Parks, Supervisor, School Immunization Clinics, Ottawa Public Health

and hospitalizations In this case, an ounce of prevention is truly worth a pound of cure... and more!

Every year, immunizations and vaccines save three million lives worldwide. Unfortunately, another 3 million lives are lost to vaccinepreventable diseases because individuals did not receive vaccines because of poor access, limited finances or misinformation.

Locally, Ottawa Public Health ensures that 19 publicly-funded vaccines are stored safely and made available to physicians and health care agencies in Ottawa. Most publicly-funded vaccines, including those recommended for adults, are available In North America, immunization programs through family physicians or at walk-in have been so successful that vaccine- clinics. Others are available at school and preventable diseases, such as polio, diphtheria, community clinics at various sites throughout mumps and measles, are rarely seen, leading the city. to complacency about the need to immunize.

There is danger in this complacency. If April 21st 2012, marks Canadians continue to be under-immunized, it could take as little as two generations for the beginning of National the reappearance of these serious diseases.

Québec has been dealing with a measles Immunization Awareness outbreak since April 2011 with over 750 cases Week in Canada. reported.

Whether you are a parent, a young adult In Canada, immunization remains one of the or a senior, please participate in National most cost-effective public health measures. Immunization Awareness Week by checking Immunization costs are easily recovered with your health care provider to find out through the reduced need for medical care which vaccines are recommended for you

and your family, and most importantly, whether your family’s vaccines are up-to-date.

Immunizations protect you and the people around you.

To locate a walk-in clinic near you, or to find out which vaccines are available through school immunization clinics, contact Ottawa Public Health at 613-580-6744 (TTY: 613580-9656) or at healthsante@ottawa.ca, or visit ottawa.ca/health

Don’t over look your eyes Your eyes help keep you safe and independent, so it is important not to take your vision for granted.

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If you are worried about the cost of having If you are not on OW or ODSP, but have a The best thing you can do to protect your low income and limited savings, you may be eyesight is to have an eye exam every year. an eye exam, this information may help: able to get help through the City of Ottawa’s Even if you don’t wear glasses or don’t think you have problems with your vision, an eye • If you are under 20 or over 65 years of age, Essential Health and Social Supports Program. you can get a free eye exam once a year.

For more information on this program, call exam every year is an important check-up.

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As you get older, dryness, sensitivity to glare, and trouble reading small print are all normal • If you are 20 - 64 years of age and have diabetes, glaucoma, cataracts or other medichanges to your eyes. But, there are also more cal problems you can have a free eye exam serious eye conditions, like glaucoma and once a year. You can find a full list of the macular degeneration that can cause you to conditions at http://www.health.gov.on.ca/ lose your eyesight before you notice any warnenglish/public/pub/ohip/services.html or ing signs. Visit www.cnib.ca for more informayou can call ServiceOntario INFOline at tion on these conditions.

For more information on 1-866-532-3161 or TTY 1-800-387-5559. protecting your vision and An eye exam can pick up these serious con• If you are on social assistance or disability ditions before you lose your vision. other health related topics, you can have an eye exam every 2 years for call the Ottawa Public Health free.

• If you have your own private health insurance you may be covered for an eye exam.

Speak to your insurance provider for details.

You may also be able to get help to pay for your glasses. Talk to your case worker if you are on Ontario Works (OW) or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP).

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Kanata woman plans on making a difference in the far East Kelsey Underwood-Harrison sits with a Kenyan child during her last volunteer trip overseas.

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EMC news - A Kanata woman is travelling to the far East to make a difference in the lives of the under-privileged.

Kelsey Underwood-Harrison is embarking on an eight week trip to China, where she will be working with a local orphanage with people she has never met before.

“As Canadians we are extremely fortunate so it’s our job to help those who are less fortunate,” said Underwood-Harrison. “We should really share what we have.”

Underwood-Harrison began volunteering abroad when she was 14 but her passion for helping others began long before that time.

“My mom used to take me as a young child to see homeless people and it made me very sad,” said Underwood-Harrison.

“My mom helped me realize that we are truly very lucky.”

Underwood-Harrison first volunteered abroad in western Africa. She worked with a team of 26 people from around the world building a school for local children.

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Her five week trip impacted her greatly but it’s taken her almost seven years to get the time and money together to go overseas again.

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L’événement While she is at the orphantwo weeks to see the Great Wall and then I fly into Xi’an age, she will be playing with for six weeks to work at the the children, planning excurorphanage,” said Underwood- sions and hopefully getting to share her love for dancHarrison.

“There won’t be any elec- ing with the young ones, she tricity it will be very simple said.

“I want to give the kids an living.”

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Underwood-Harrison said she doesn’t view the far reaches of the globe as unreachable.

“You just got to do it and get out there,” she said.

“Just go for it.”

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Katimavik meeting discusses gas bar proposal Jessica Cunha

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EMC news - A proposed gas bar and changes to Young’s Pond Park were the main topics on the agenda of the Katimavik-Hazeldean Commu-

body who may be interested is aware of the (proposals),” he said.

Costco, which is located on Silver Seven Road, is proposing to open a gas bar.

“I want to make sure that there isn’t anything that’s been

nity Association’s meeting on Monday, April 2.

Rod MacLean, president of the association, said the purpose of the meeting was to discuss the two proposed items and hear residents’ thoughts.

“I want to make sure every-

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dredging the pond to make it deeper.

“It has to be deep enough that fish can live below the ice,” said Hubley.

MacLean said he likes the idea of making the pond more accessible.

“Making it possible for people who are mobility disadvantaged to get closer to the park, to the actual pond area,” he said, is a priority. “The idea of firm footing going all the way around the side makes a lot of sense.

“It’s very good food for thought.”

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Some of the options Hubley said he is looking at include an asphalt walkway and boardwalk across the pond.

“It makes more sense to do the asphalt because snow removal is easier,” he said.

“There still will be a boardwalk component to it at the end of the pond so it doesn’t interfere with skating.”

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overlooked…that may affect residents that are nearby,” said MacLean, adding he wants to ensure the lighting that could be used doesn’t produce light pollution.

Kanata South Coun. Allan Hubley said a Costco gas station would help drive the price of gas lower.

“One thing I’ve learned from lots of residents is that they wish gas was cheaper in Kanata,” he said. “I see this as a welcome addition.”

Upgrades are also slated for Young’s Pond Park.

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Baseball league hopes to boost registration Jessica Cunha

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EMC sports - The Kanata Little League Baseball Association is hoping to boost registration for the spring season with the addition of two new programs.

The baseball association is introducing Blast Ball this year, which is geared towards first-time players ages four to five, as well as a tiered system for its rookie program to cater to various skill levels.

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He added the new tiered system for the rookie program – for children aged six to eight – will help cater to beginners in the sport at those age levels.

Before the tiers were introduced some youths may have been intimidated to try their hand at baseball.

“The new tiers will cater to their skill levels,” he said.

“What you’re looking to do is spawn the interest.”

The association’s executive, which is made up entirely of volunteers, is also hoping to see registration numbers grow in Stittsville, Richmond and Munster Hamlet.

Wilson said it’s a little-

known fact that the Kanata Little League Baseball Association, which offers programs for youths ages four to 19, serves those populations as well.

“Less than five per cent of

our kids are from Stittsville,” said Wilson.

“We’d love to see an increase in numbers over last year,” added co-vice president Paul O’Kane. Last year, just over 400 children registered

for spring baseball programs.

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The Kanata Little League Baseball Association is hoping to boost registration for the spring season. Above, a shot from the Little League Ontario 2011 Big League Provincial Championship last July.

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The spring baseball season begins in May and ends in June, with competitive programs taking place in the summer. Registration for the spring season is open until mid-April.

PITCH, HIT & RUN

The Kanata Little League Baseball Association is hosting its annual Pitch, Hit & Run competition on May 5 at Scott Tokessy Park.

The annual event is open to competitors ages seven to 14 and participation is free, said Lionel Dubois, vice president of spring baseball and director of the Scott Tokessy Memorial Tournament.

Winners of the skills com-

petition have the opportunity to attend a Blue Jays game.

“It’s not a slow, boring game; it’s a thinking-persons’ game,” said Dubois about baseball, adding the programs offered by the Kanata association are “pretty cheap” when compared to hockey or soccer.

The association is also looking for more volunteers to help run the organization.

“We can never have enough of them,” said O’Kane.

Dubois added volunteers don’t necessarily need a background in baseball either – people can help with scheduling, phone calls and other tasks.

For more information on the Kanata Little League Baseball Association or to register for programs, visit the website at www.kllba.ca.

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MARY COOK Mary Cook’s Memories always visited by Mother on a Saturday. Mother and Audrey moved like they had a purpose and I followed behind trying desperately to keep up. They went right to the ladies’ hat department. Such an array.

It was enough to dazzle your eyes. Every colour, every shape and all bedecked with ribbons and silk flowers.

Mauve seemed to be the “in” colour that year.

Mother and Audrey tried on just about every hat on the big long counter and even the hats that were on silver painted plaster heads. “Too fancy,” Mother said. “Too many flowers and not enough ribbon,” Audrey said, as they tried on one after the other.

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real saint, that’s what she is,” Mother said for the umpteenth time that Saturday morning. “We think we’re poor ... now that’s poor!”

The conversation was between Mother and my sister Audrey and it must have been very important because I wasn’t brought into the discussion. “Little ears!” Audrey said nodding ever so slightly in my direction.

Mother had emptied out the blue sugar bowl of every cent of her egg money and put it in her little change purse. We were heading into Renfrew for the week’s supplies and that day my sister and I were going too.

That in itself was strange.

Audrey and I were usually left at home to do house chores.

But it was the day before Easter Sunday and just maybe there would be a few storebought chocolate eggs on Mother’s list.

We headed right for Walker’s Store, bypassing Scott’s Hardware and Ritza’s Drug Store which were

have anything to say in the matter. I was only glad they picked a mauve one. Straw it was, with a wide ribbon. Only one small dark purple velvet flower was on the very front of the hat.

Mother took it over to the counter and counted out $1.25 cents – a goodly sum for a hat back then. I wasn’t sure if Mother or my sister Audrey would be wearing it on Easter Sunday to church. But it would sure be a lot fancier than the ones both had been wearing for years.

Mother seemed to be in a hurry that Saturday. The stops at the hardware and drug stores were barely long enough for me to get out of the buggy and back in before we headed out of Renfrew to the Northcote Side Road.

Back at the farm, I was the first off the buggy, since I had to forego my usual stop at the train station to use the bathroom because Mother seemed to be in such a hurry.

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house, Audrey was unpacking the few packages and I could see Mother heading out the lane again with the buggy and with Queenie at a good trot. I guessed she was going to Briscoe’s General Store for something she had forgotten.

Easter Sunday morning was a special day for me.

This was when we dressed with special care. My hair had been tied up in rags all night, my best dress washed and starched and my short white gloves sparkling clean.

Of course, I wouldn’t put them on until we were ready to walk into church, where everyone would be in their very best clothes and those who could afford it would be sporting something brand new.

Alas, that wasn’t my sister Audrey’s or my fate.

I was astonished to find Mother was wearing the same old hat she had worn on Easter Sunday for years. “Aren’t you going to wear your new hat, Mother?” I asked. “Not today, Mary ... now hurry, we’ll be late for church.”

We went right up to the front pew where we always sat. The usual tussle to separate the brothers so there would be no pushing and shoving or other disturbances during the service finally settled us in our seats.

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“Before beginning any outdoor project that involves digging, think of your safety and the safety of those around you,” said Norm Fraser, Hydro Ottawa’s chief operating officer.

“Accidentally hitting underground utilities, including power lines, can cause injury, property damage and inconvenient outages.”

Having utilities located before digging is required by law under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act. To book a free cable loca-

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Once the underground lines are marked, people will know the approximate location of utility lines and can dig safely.

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Utilities across the province are working together to promote Dig Safe month, a campaign to create public awareness and prevent injuries caused by unsafe digging.

For more information on Dig Safe month, visit www. digsafe.ca.

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Pork, orange, sweet potato make a meal in a dish

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In this recipe, pork chops, sweet potatoes and orange slices are cooked together for a tasty main course.

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Heat a large frying pan over medium heat and add the oil. Lightly brown the meat on both sides in the pan.

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Slice the orange thinly and arrange the slices over the potatoes. Place the browned pork chops on top.

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Two artists win skate park art competition Jessica Cunha

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EMC news - The skate plaza at the new Richcraft Recreation Complex, Kanata will be getting a boost of inspiration thanks to two local artists.

Centretown’s Alisdair MacRae and Negar Seyfollahy were selected as the winners

of the public art competition for the skate park, as part of the city’s public art and community arts program.

“We’re both really excited about the project,” said MacRae. “We really want to make something out of it. We want to make it so that the people who use the park and live in the immediate area enjoy it.”

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The two artists were chosen by a selection panel, with consideration given to the artists’ resumes and experience with the community collaborative process.

“We did an unconventional call to artists based on a request for qualifications,” said Caleb Abbott, arts specialist for the community arts program. Instead of presenting a design for the skate park, the 11 qualifying artists were interviewed about their previous experience, potential ideas and how they would engage the community.

“They’ll be developing (the art) as they get feedback from users, the community and New Line,” said Abbott. New Line Skate Parks will be constructing the plaza.

Public consultations are scheduled for April 18, May 23 and June 20, all from 6 to 8 p.m. in Hall D of the Mlacak Centre.

“We came up with some loose ideas but we really wanted to get some feedback,” said MacRae. “We want to be flexible.”

MacRae has displayed his work in group and solo exhibitions in Ottawa, Toronto, Montreal, Halifax and Vancouver, as well as New York.

MacRae focuses on issues of community and exchange experienced through a hands on approach enabling social engagement, said a city press release.

Seyfollahy has pursued her education in the fields of archaeology and heritage studies and has recently earned a bachelor’s of architecture from Carleton University.

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Centretown’s Alisdair MacRae and Negar Seyfollahy were selected as the winners of the public art competition for the new Kanata skate park at the Richcraft Recreation Complex, design and development of various projects ranging from theatre set design, to housing and mixed-use buildings, and most recently a community revitalization draft study for the town of Batawa, Ont., said the city.

“These are two really good artists,” said Kanata North Coun. Marianne Wilkinson,

adding they will work to develop something “that is very meaningful to the community.”

The public art program commissions artists’ works for display in public spaces.

One per cent of funds from city development projects are set aside for public art.

The city’s community arts

program asked to integrate art into the new recreation complex’s skate plaza, while engaging the community in the artistic process.

“In community arts we do a public arts competition, we focus arts on community engagement,” said Abbott.

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REAL ESTATE Renovating a rental property When the economy struggles to the point of recession, few people benefit. However, there are some businesses that thrive during a recession, using the circumstances to their advantage and actually growing business in spite of a sagging economy.

One such business is rental agencies or property management companies. Even landlords with a single investment property tend to do better during a recession, when individ-

uals might be fearful of buying a home or simply unable to afford it. Such individuals still need a place to live, however, and landlords benefit as a result.

One of the best things a landlord can do during a recession is to pay more attention to their rental properties, ensuring the properties are in tip-top shape so they can get the most out of each unit at a time when the rental market is most competitive. This might

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require some renovations, which landlords should be making periodically anyway, regardless of how strong or tenuous the economy might be. * Update the paint. Apartments are typically empty when shown to prospective renters, and any issues with the paint job are very noticeable during such viewings. If the paint is outdated or there is any fading, update the walls with a fresh coat of paint. It’s ideal to do so whenever a tenant moves out, but landlords whose buildings have a high turnover rate likely won’t need to repaint every time a tenant moves out. When adding a new coat of paint, choose a light, neutral color to give the property a fresh, inviting look. * Replace the carpeting.

Carpeting is another area prospective renters are instantly drawn to when viewing an apartment. New carpeting is always attractive to potential tenants, and landlords won’t have to break the bank to replace the carpets when an existing tenant moves out. Instead of expensive carpeting, choose a medium grade carpet

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with a neutral color, ideally beige or light brown, which can hide spills or stains should the next tenant prove messy and move out after the original lease terms are up. Before laying carpet, don’t forget to lay down quality padding underneath. Such padding makes the carpet feel softer and of higher quality. * Upgrade the appliances.

Perhaps nothing evokes a stronger response from prospective renters than a property’s appliances. Outdated appliances make renters speculate as to what else might be outdated and if the building is well taken care of. On the other hand, newer appliances, particularly stainless steel items, create a contemporary feel and give the impression, true or false, that a landlord won’t allow the building to grow dated or fall into disrepair. When shopping for appliances, choose ones that are more basic so any eventual repairs won’t be too complicated or costly. Newer appliances enable landlords to charge more rent for a given property, and many renters would agree that such properties are worth the extra money.

* Install new windows.

Older buildings tend to have creaky or drafty windows, which not only makes the property colder during the winter months, but it also drives up utility costs as renters are forced to turn up the

Relatively minor renovations to rental properties can earn landlords substantially more money over the course of a typical lease.

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How to Survive Buying Your First Home mortgage calculators so buyers can see just what they can afford. Lenders often recommend spending less than 30 percent of income on housing costs.

(MS) - The lowest home prices in years and tax incentives are driving many people to purchase their first home. Few things are simultaneously as exciting and nerve wracking as becoming a homeowner. Preparation can make sure individuals are covering all of the bases.

* Research rates and taxes.

Certain external factors beyond the price of the home will factor into a homeowner’s monthly financial commitment. Taxes and homeowner’s insurance can vary greatly depending on a home’s location. Research property taxes in different communities, and shop around for

First time home buyers easily can be overwhelmed by the process of buying a home. In addition to the legal hurdles associated with purchasing a home, the stress of committing such a substantial amount of money can lead to some sleepless nights.

homeowner’s insurance when looking for a home. * Expect to pay costs. Closing costs are often a big shock to first time home buyers. Closing costs include lender fees, title and settlement fees, taxes, and homeowners insurance or homeowners association fees.

Bankrate.com provides an annul closing cost survey for buyers to get a better feel of just what they will be spending when the time comes to sign on the dotted line.

A lender can also give an esti-

mate of what the fees may total. * Consult some professionals. Real estate professionals in the area might be able to paint a picture of what the real estate market is like at the moment.

Prices might be on the rise, on the decline or remaining steady.

If looking in a specific area, consult with a real estate agent about the area and what to expect.

expect the unexpected. However, the surprise element can be reduced if buyers do their

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Museums spared, but NCC, NAC and CBC budgets trimmed Laura Mueller laura.mueller@metroland.com

EMC news – While many analysts viewed the impending federal budget as an axe hanging over the public service, job cuts were not as deep as expected in the budget released March 30.

But tough times are still anticipated as the Conservative government looks to trim 19,200 jobs, or 4.8 per cent of the civil workforce.

As the largest employer by far in the capital region, the federal public service cuts will be felt in Ottawa more so than any other place in Canada, says the union that represents public service workers.

It’s still unclear how many

of those 19,200 jobs will be eliminated in this city.

But John Gordon, national president of the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC), dismissed Ottawa West-Nepean MP John Baird’s recent claim that the cuts to jobs in the Capital region would only amount to around 4,800. “I believe the numbers are greater than the 4,800,� Gordon said.

About 12,000 government jobs will be lost to layoffs over the next three years and another 7,200 will be eliminated by attrition through retirement and voluntary departures.

Information about how many jobs are to be elimi-

nated – and where – was beginning to trickle into the PSAC last week. Gordon couldn’t comment on specifics until after April 4, but the job losses, particularly in the capital region, are significant, he said. “It’s substantial, I must say,� Gordon said.

The move should save around $5.2 billion annually by 2014-15 as part of an overall government spending review.

The number of public servants is already set to go down following reviews conducted between 2007 and 2010, Gordon said, and another batch of jobs were lost during a 2010 federal hiring freeze.

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Some had feared the cuts would be worse, but the release of the federal 2012 budget on March 30 revealed that 19,200 public service jobs will be eliminated by 2015.

While the cuts don’t amount to austerity measures implemented by the Liberal government in the ’90s that cut federal employment by 14 per cent, Gordon said any increase in unemployment will have an impact on the local economy. “They’re not going to be able to spend the way they would if they had a job,â€? Gordon said. “If you don’t have a job, you’re not going to be able to go out to your local businesses and do the same things you would normally ‌ I’d say they’re going to have to pinch their pennies, but they’re gone, too.â€?

Gordon was referring to another casualty of the feder-

al budget; the one-cent coin is set to cease production by the fall, which will save the federal government $11 million a year (it actually costs 1.6 cents to produce each copperplated coin).

Gordon said PSAC wants to work with government departments to ensure that retraining and assistance is available to help public servants move into different jobs within the federal government, if they are available.

While a lot of public servants who live in Ottawa may decide to stay in the city because their families and finances are entrenched here, workers have to be willing to be mobile in this harsh econ-

omy, Gordon said. “There may be some people who get other opportunities in government and may move into another region,�

Gordon said.

The federal budget doesn’t include any changes to funding for national museums in Ottawa, nor the National Gallery or the Canada Council for the Arts; however, the CBC will see its budget reduced by $115 million a year by 201415 and the National Arts Centre will get $1.9 million less a year by the same time.

The National Capital Commission will see its budget cut by $1.8 million a year by 2014-15.

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Great Cloth Diaper Change comes to Ottawa EMC events - Belly Laughs Children & Maternity Boutique invites Ottawa cloth diaper fans to be a part of a new world record attempt on April 21 – the day before Earth Day and during International Cloth Diaper Awareness Week.

Belly Laughs is hosting a cloth diaper change event as part of the ‘Great Cloth Diaper Change,’ a global movement designed to celebrate cloth diapers and attempt to break last year’s Guinness World Record of 5,026 cloth diapers changed simultaneously.

“Cloth diapers are easy, economical and great for babies – that’s why we wanted to get involved and celebrate cloth diapers with this event,� said Sandra Durocher, owner of Belly Laughs. The Belly Laughs-hosted diaper change event will take place at Tiny Hoppers Kanata North daycare centre on April 21, with the diaper change taking place at 12:30 p.m. Cloth-diapering parents are invited to register for the event online at www. bellylaughs.ca or on Belly Laughs’ Facebook page. Reg-

istering will secure a spot in the record attempt, as well as reserve a swag bag courtesy of Belly Laughs. Tiny Hoppers will host a play class before the diaper change, and a professional children’s photographer will be on hand. “We know that there are lots of cloth diapering families in Ottawa and we want them to be a part of the world record,� said Durocher. “This will be a great family event with activities for the kids and great swag bags and prizes for the parents.�

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“On previous albums I think I was concentrating too much on pleasing everybody and getting every possible sound on there, like having some songs with horns, some with harmonica doing the Chicago blues thing,” he said. “For this

album...the songs came out just as they would as a fourpiece band. You don’t need to add anything extra to them.”

Other albums included guests like blues singer Kim Wilson and singer and guitarist Junior Watson.

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EMC entertainment - Ottawa blues artist JW Jones has gone back to basics in his latest album released at the end of March.

Seventh Hour is the Greely resident’s seventh studio album, and has avoided some of the bells and whistles – and

any musical guests, much like his first album Defibrillatin released in 2000.

“That’s how we tour anyway, so I wanted to have the exact sound we have on stage on the record,” he said.

The 10-track album is also a departure, Jones said, because it features some noticeable cross-over into genres such as rock and country, and has moved further away from traditional blues sounds.

“We’re not concentrating on being as traditional as we used to be. I was always concerned about ‘oh, what will the real serious blues fans think of this album, will they take this ok or that ok?’ and I would scale things back to make them sound more bluesy,” he said.

The band had a CD release party at the Rainbow Bistro downtown on Friday, March 30. Jones has always lived in Ottawa, attending Ridgemont High School in the Alta Vista area. He recently performed at a benefit concert at the school to help restore its aging auditorium.

He moved to Greely about four years ago.

Jones has won several blues awards during his career, including best male vocalist at the 2010 Blues 411 Awards.

In 2005 he was named the best electric act of the year at the Maple Blues Awards, Canada’s blues recognition program.

Jones has had 11 other Maple Blues nominations since 2000, and has been nominated in various categories at the Canadian Independent Music Awards and the Blues 411 Awards.

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EMC news - Premier Dalton McGuinty says he is open to ideas from his political opponents on improving the 2012 Ontario budget, as long as any proposals won’t delay the Liberals’ plans to balance the books by 2017.

Speaking in Alta Vista on March 30, McGuinty defended the budget bill he said is aimed at cutting the deficit and protecting those services that are dear to Ontarians.

“When we introduced our budget, we worked really hard trying to ensure that we strike a balance between eliminating our deficit by 2017 and doing it in a way that protects those services that families count on – like health care and education,” said McGuinty.

He stressed he is willing to listen to the opposition in a bid to stave off a snap election, but warned he won’t consider any new spending measures, even if it means Ontario voters end up going back to the polls.

“I am saying to the opposition parties, we are open to suggestions, open to any recommendations that you might have,” he said.

The premier, who represents the Ottawa South riding, added most Ontarians don’t want to be plunged into another election, at least at this time of the year.

“We are a minority government and at the end of the day we are going to count on the support from the opposition in order to move ahead with this budget.”

The offer to working together comes few days after McGuinty tabled his ninth budget, one that calls for a broad public-sector wage freeze, spending cuts at many ministries and a freeze on corporate tax rates, which were set to be lowered to 10 per cent from 11.5 per cent by mid-2013.

By and large, McGuinty said he thinks the budget has been well received by Ontarians.

“I think Ontarians are asking us to work together and find a way to move forward with our budget so that, we can demonstrate not only to ourselves but to the outside world that they have every reason to be confident in our economy and its continuing growth and prosperity,” said McGuinty.

While he is ready to hear from opposition, McGuinty said there are overarching objectives upon which his government “simply can’t compromise” which include health care and education.

“If either party wants to approach us, they’ve got to know that we want to protect our jobs and services and want a balanced budget. Don’t come to us with new spending,” he

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Lisa MacLeod, Progressive Conservative MPP for Nepean-Carleton said her party has vowed to vote against the spending plan.

“We have been very clear we are not going to support the budget,” said MacLeod.

“We just don’t believe it is

the right package for Ontario families.”

MacLeod said she was frustrated the third largest spending priority of McGuinty’s government is servicing the debt.

She noted that Ontario spends more on servicing Ontario’s debt each year than on colleges and universities.

“People are very concerned about the debt level,” said MacLeod.

To help create jobs and spur economic growth in Ottawa, the McGuinty government is moving forward with planned infrastructure projects including fixing “the split” where the Queensway and Highway

174 meet and completing the Highway 417-Hunt Club interchange, according to a release from the province.

“Our $600 million commitment to Ottawa light rail transit is firm.”

McGuinty hopes the project will create many jobs for Ottawans.

Emerald Ash Borer Information Sessions Want to learn more about how you can help slow the spread of emerald ash borer, an invasive species that is killing Ottawa’s ash trees?

Attend an information session organized by the City of Ottawa and hosted by Environment Committee Chair, Councillor Maria McRae, to learn more about what the City is doing to prevent the spread of the emerald ash borer and how you can help mitigate the impact of this insect on our ash trees.

The presence of emerald ash borer poses a serious threat to 25 per cent of the City’s forest cover located on both public and private properties.

The information sessions are scheduled for: Date: April 12, 2012 Time: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Location: Ben Franklin Place, 101 Centrepointe Drive, Andrew Haydon Hall

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Date: April 23, 2012 Time: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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Green bin collection to be weekly from now on Staff

EMC news – Green bin and leaf and yard waste will now be collected weekly, all year round.

Food scraps, soiled paper products and other green bin waste from homes can now be placed at the curb for weekly collection.

“The move to weekly green bin collection just makes sense,” said Mayor Jim Watson in a press release.

“More and more residents are using their green bins for their organic waste, like food scraps.

“Weekly pickup should encourage more residents to participate in this important program.”

Organics recycling is an important part of the city’s long-term waste strategy, said councillor Maria McRae. Diverting residential organic waste away from land-

fill saves the city millions of dollars and reduces the need for additional landfill sites.

“Providing green bin collection on a weekly basis throughout the year is in keeping with council’s decision to find long-term solutions to our waste,” said McRae, chair of the environment committee.

Green bins have always been collected weekly in the spring and summer, but the regular change to bi-weekly

pickup in November has been replaced with year-round weekly pickup.

For more information on using the green bin, visit ottawa.ca/greenbin.

Residents are reminded to: * Put their green bin and recycling out with their garbage by 7 a.m. on collection day. * Lock the lid to deter animals and pests. * Add leaf and yard waste to top up the green bin.

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Karen James, a Rideauwood employee who works closely with youth, attends a workshop to learn best practices in dealing with clients who have substance abuse issues.

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EMC news - Karen James from Rideauwood Addiction and Family Services works closely with drug and alcohol addicts. Some are adults in recovery, others are teenagers who abuse hard drugs and alcohol.

She’s worked in the field for 17 years and on March 29, James attended a workshop where she learned even more about dealing with youth who have substance abuse issues, hearing stories from colleagues in related areas.

“So far it’s interesting, and I think it’s laying a framework that will be very helpful for people in the field,” said James, who was on break from the workshop that took place at the Hellenic Meeting and Reception Centre on Prince of Wales Drive.

About 170 youth workers from education, youth justice, employment, Aboriginal youth services and children/ youth mental health services gathered at the centre to hear about a document put together

by Addictions Ontario that was developed by experts and includes best practices for helping clients with substance abuse issues.

“We’re looking at a collective experience of people and bringing them together,” said Dave Roy, director of addiction services at HopeGreyBruce Mental Health and Addiction Services in Owen Sound.

The document was launched in 2008 and has been presented to workers across Ontario.

“We wanted it to be a live document, and keep it fresh,” said Deborah Irwin, manager of Algoma Family Services based in Sault Ste. Marie.

Roy said the document outlines what is most effective in helping young people with ad-

diction problems.

For example, he said harm reduction is outlined as an effective way of helping people with addictions. Harm reduction, explained Roy, is about helping people who aren’t ready to quit.

“If they’re not ready to change, we look at what’s the best we can do until they get to the point where they want to stop,” Roy said, adding that he deals with youth who are involved in binge drinking. “Harm reduction says to look at your drinking and ask if there’s any way we can reduce it so it’s not as harmful.

So you’re not drinking to the point of alcohol poisoning, you can reduce it back and that’s a start.”

Roy also said that alcohol is the most widely used substance and it kills more young people than all other illegal drugs combined.

Irwin added that alcohol is a major issue that addiction professionals face with their clients because it’s so readily available.

“Society tends not to look at alcohol as being a substance that can be misused,” she said.

“It’s more socially acceptable than drug use.”

James, who also works with high schools in the area, said she’s noticed more young people using hard drugs like OxyContin and opiates. She added that mental illness and addictions go hand in hand, and the issue of addiction is complex.

“Mental health issues are often hiding underneath addiction,” James said. “Addiction needs to get more focused on and right now, it isn’t.

Addicts are not people to be thrown away.

“Youth are at risk and we need to be open and understanding of the origins of addictions.”

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WOCRC accepting applications for board of directors Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre

EMC community - The Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre partners with others to develop, provide and coordinate accessible community health and social services

for all members of our diverse communities.

We are committed to ensuring access to permanent and quality French language services in our designated programs and services.

“We are looking for com-

munity members who can add strength to our current board,” said Robert McGaraughty, chair of the WOCRC board of directors. “Our goal is to ensure that the board is reflective of the diversity of the communities we serve.”

You can make a difference.

Join a team of caring community members and help us lead the way in building western Ottawa into a vibrant, safe, healthy community where everyone has access to the services and resources they

require for their health and wellbeing.

Candidates should submit their application by 4 p.m. on April 20. Submissions should include a letter of interest and resume outlining your qualifications.

Applications will be reviewed by the selection committee and successful candidates will be interviewed.

Please send your applications to Chantal Plamondon at the resource centre or by email to plamondon@wocrc.ca.

Fishing, hunting experts will conduct seminars at Valley Fishing and Outdoors Show in Carp

By JEFF MAGUIRE The ‘Valley Fishing and Outdoors Show’ returns to Carp April 13-15 and with more exhibitors, additional prizes and numerous seminars featuring hunting and fishing experts, this year’s venture promises to be the best ever.

The Carp Fairgrounds and Arena complex is once again the site for the 13th edition of the always popular, threeday presentation.

“This is the biggest show of its kind in Eastern Ontario,” says chief organizer Dave Arbour of Valley Outdoors

Promotions.

“We will have some of the best known experts in the business on hand,” Arbour states.

Among them are David Chong and Doug Brownridge who will deliver the ‘BassTalk’ seminars on Saturday morning and afternoon, April 14. Each will be one hour long. Chong and Brownridge are among Canada’s most successful bass tournament winners and their seminars are acknowledged to be “the most informative in the field.”

Sunday, April 15 will feature more

outstanding fishing seminars!

“Be sure to participate in our new Musky Hot Stove with Matt Clay of Musky Canada,” Arbour stresses. “Dale McNair (another expert) will also be participating in the Musky panel.”

Sunday afternoon at 1 o’clock Canadian Angler Hall of Fame inductee “Big Jim” McLaughlin takes centre stage.

“With his many years of experience Big Jim is always a hit,” Arbour underlines.

Also on the fishing side, the Ottawa Fly-fishing Society will lecture on their sport.

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“They will be discussing the set-up of fly fishing gear in preparation to target local species including bass, pike, pan fish and trout,” Arbour explains.

“There will also be casting demonstrations as well as discussions about the rods, reels and flies appropriate for landing these species.

“In addition there will be hands on opportunities for casting and tying flies,” he outlines.

There is also “a gun show within the show” and the $8 admission price (children under 12 get in free if accompanied by an adult) covers both the main event and the gun show. Parking at Carp Fairgrounds is plentiful and free of charge!

Arbour says those interested in hunting wild turkey will not want to miss the Valley Fishing and Outdoors Show.

“Friday evening will be all about turkeys with Quaker Boy pro staffer Adrian Hare taking the seminar stage.

“Adrian will help you develop the techniques required to land that big spring gobbler,” the chief organizer says.

Also Friday, Kevin Bartley from Gobblestalker Calls will be at the show discussing the importance of turkey calling. He will give a demonstration relative to the principle design and maintenance of turkey calls.

A recent addition to this year’s show is Taylor Wright, host of the Canadian Tradition hunting show. Wright, who hails from Chaffey’s Locks, will be hanging his hat at the Eastern Canadian Outfitters booth. He will appear at the show for a few hours on both Saturday and Sunday to meet and talk with hunting enthusiasts.

“He’s a big name and he’s sure to be a major attraction,” Arbour says.

Many prizes Those in attendance might be fortunate enough to win one or more of the hourly prizes which will be given throughout this year’s show. The only catch is that door prize winners must be on site in order to win.

In addition, Arbour says Eastern Canadian Outfitters is donating a fishing trip for two which includes accommodations and a boat and motor for a week.

Fernleigh Lodge is sponsoring a week of family fun and fishing, with lodging in a housekeeping cottage. The trips are valued at $1,000 each.

Another interesting aspect of the 2012 extravaganza is the Big Buck, Bear and Moose Contest. Mounts can be brought in on Thursday, April 12 (the day before the show) from 4-8 p.m. and again on Friday, April 13 from 1-9 p.m.

“Entrants have a chance to win one of five firearms or other prizes and hidden prizes will also be awarded,” Arbour explains.

“Experts from FROW (Foundation for the Recognition of Ontario Wildlife) will be on hand to measure your animal,” he notes.

For participants, entries cannot be picked up again until 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 15 the final day of the event.

The Carp presentation is a family-oriented event with lots of games and prizes for children and the young at heart.

For many people the exhibit halls are the main attraction. “We have expanded and that means more things to see and do,” Arbour promises.

The Carp Fishing and Outdoors Show covers every possible fishing and hunting need, things for the cottage, including docks as well as information on how to book hunting, fishing and outdoor adventure trips.

“This year we will have many new outfitters on hand to help you plan an adventure trip, anything from a fishing weekend to salmon fishing or bear, moose and caribou hunts,” the promoter states.

“There is truly something for everyone who likes the outdoors.

“This year’s event is made possible by great sponsors such as Rapala, Shimano, Lucky Strike, Quaker Boy, Tie Boss and the Stittsville Shooting Range,” Arbour says.

The show hours are Friday 4-9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

To reach the Carp Fairgrounds and Arena Complex travel to Carp Village which is easily accessible via major highway routes including March Road, Carp Road and Highway 417. It is located minutes north of Scotiabank Place, home of the National Hockey League’s Ottawa Senators.

The fairgrounds are on Carp Rd. (Ottawa Rd. 5), past the four-way stop in the middle of the village. If you are coming from Kanata or Stittsville, drive to the top of the hill and look for entrances to the grounds which will be easy to find on your right. If you are traveling from locations in West Carleton such as Dunrobin and Fitzroy Harbour the fairgrounds will be on your left as you enter Carp.

People driving from outside the immediate area can reach Carp via Hwy. 7 or Hwy. 417, east from Carleton Place and Arnprior or west from Ottawa. Take the Carp Rd. exit and follow the signs to the village.

Arbour is also the man behind the ‘Valley Gun and Hunting Show’ which runs at the same location in Carp annually. This year’s event will once again operate Labour Day weekend, Saturday Sept. 1 and Sunday Sept. 2.

In March Arbour organized the second annual ‘Renfrew Gun Show’ which was highly successful.

On May 12 Valley Outdoors Promotions will offer the second annual ‘Brockville Gun and Hunting Show’ at Brockville Memorial Centre. On Sept. 15 they will present the ‘Havelock Gun and Hunting Show’. Watch for future articles and advertising highlighting those upcoming productions!

For additional information about the Valley Fishing and Outdoors Show, as well as the other trade shows managed by Arbour, visit the website: www.valleysportsmanshow.com

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Recreation complex designs revealed at MRCA meeting

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The Ottawa 67’s game held in memory of Jamie Hubley on March 23 raised $5,000 for the Youth Services Bureau. Pictured are Kanata South Coun. Allan Hubley, his wife Wendy and Ottawa police chief and chair of the Youth Services Bureau charitable foundation Charles Bordeleau, along with volunteers who sold programs, T-shirts and rainbow acceptance bracelets.

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EMC events - The plans for the new recreation complex in Kanata north will be unveiled at the next meeting of the March Rural Community Association.

The community has been looking forward to hearing more about this state-ofthe-art facility, which will be serving the communities of West Carleton-March and Kanata.

We will have site plans, photos and floor plan designs to show us the various features, including the swimming pool, double gym, meeting rooms and various outdoor facilities.

We will also be discussing the National Capital Commission’s plan to extend the Greenbelt north from the Connaught Range to Constance Lake. This would affect many landowners in our area and we will be gathering questions to pose to the

NCC planning department regarding potential impacts.

We would like to hear from all residents who have questions about this plan.

At our last meeting we discussed concerns about blasting at a development on Dunrobin Road. We will provide an update about this issue.

Everyone is welcome to join us on Wednesday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Old March Town Hall, 821 March Rd.

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Wild mothers are looking for warm, safe spaces to nest with their babies this spring, and the Ottawa-Carleton Wildlife Centre is asking you to give them a break before taking action.

Give wildlife a break this spring, Ottawa centre urges Emma Jackson

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EMC news - The OttawaCarleton Wildlife Centre is asking Ottawa residents to have a little patience this spring when dealing with wild animals on their property.

According to centre director Donna DuBreuil, between April and June the wildlife birthing season is at its peak, and wild mothers are looking for safe spaces to nest with their young until there is enough tree cover in the natural areas to protect their babies from predators.

Wild animals such as squirrels, raccoons or skunks will look for attics, chimneys or outdoor staircases to escape the elements and provide shelter for their babies.

Residents with this problem, DuBreuil said, should offer the wild mothers a grace period to wean their babies before taking any animalproofing measures.

“She’s your insurance; let her have her time to raise them and move them,” DuBreuil said. “When the mother’s taking them out to eat because they’re weaned, that’s the safest time (to animal-proof),” she said.

Barricading or blocking up the areas where the animals are nesting could trap babies in inaccessible areas, where they usually die and cause bad smells that require expensive drywall removal to clear.

Smoking animals out of chimneys can cause chimney fires because the babies aren’t able to get out with the mother.

A mother animal could also cause significant property damage trying to get to her babies if she is blocked from them, DuBreuil said.

DuBreuil reminded residents that trapping animals is also unhelpful, because according to the Ontario Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act the animals can only be moved one kilometre from where they were found.

She encouraged residents with wildlife problems to consult the centre’s website www. wildlifeinfo.ca, which offers tips and instructions for dealing with wildlife problems on their property.

She said, most of all, to remember that the mother only plans to stay a short time.

“All of these are animals who seek to have their babies close to you because it’s safe.

But it’s a temporary thing,” she said.

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Rideau-Goulbourn schools lack green bins Coun. Moffatt encouraging schools to get involved, divert garbage Emma Jackson emma.jackson@metroland.com

EMC news – All rural areas now have green bin service, but when it comes to green bins in schools, one rural ward hasn’t embraced the concept.

According to a report released by environment committee chairwoman Maria McRae in March, the city’s Green Bins in Schools pilot project has shot off in almost every ward except RideauGoulbourn.

Coun. Scott Moffatt’s ward only has one school, Munster Elementary School, participating in the program that offers the same green bin services to schools that the city gives to residential areas.

Comparatively, Orleans ward boasts eleven schools out of the 143 participants across the city, the highest participation in any ward. Most wards sit between five and eight schools each. Even compared to other rural wards, which typically have fewer schools than city wards, Rideau-Goulbourn is behind. Cumberland has eight schools involved, Osgoode has four and West Carleton has three.

Moffatt said the low participation is “not for lack of trying.”

“I had a staff member that went around and no one re-

ally bought into it. We’ve got all these schools yet no one seems to want to,” he said.

Although several schools could not be reached for comment, two principals in the Manotick area were clear that the lack of green bins at their schools is not because they reject the program.

Rick Haggar is the new principal at Rideau Valley Middle School in Kars, which is in transition to merge with Kars Public School in September. He said the merge has made it difficult to introduce new programs like the green bin program, although the two schools have maintained a “fantastic” recycling program and are actively looking for ways to be more eco-friendly.

“We want to do a friendly environment committee for both schools,” he said. “(Kars teacher) Kirsten Baker is going to eco courses to see what’s next. You have to see what’s best for your school.”

Haggar said Baker is researching how to implement the green bin program into the newly merged school.

For new Manotick Public School principal Andrew Nordman, it’s a valuable program on his to-do list but he needs time to develop the logistics.

“There are a lot of components that go into it. Getting the right awareness campaign

around it, having a group championing it, and having the custodians being part of that group,” he said, noting that he’s new to the school this year and has been concentrating on other things first. He said in order to implement the program and have the maximum educational value for the students, he wants to make sure the school is prepared to do it properly.

“I want to do it right, I don’t want to start it then stop it because we’ve screwed up somehow. I want to make it sustainable,” he said.

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Moffatt warned that the more garbage residents and institutions like schools put in the landfill, the better chance Ottawa will need to build another landfill sometime in the next few decades.

“We live in a rural ward, the last thing I want to do is open up a brand new landfill in my ward. In my opinion we need to find ways to move away from burying our garbage and the green bin is one of those ways,” he said.

Moffatt said he’d like to see more schools participate in the Green Bins at School program, because it’s the city’s best option for diverting garbage right now.

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Rideau-Goulbourn ward has the fewest number of schools participating in the Green Bins at Schools pilot project through the city.

“The way the green bins came out was not great, the contract is not perfect, but we have to work with what we have. The concept of separating your waste for diversion is not a bad idea,” Moffatt said.

Convincing the public that

green bins are a good idea has been difficult particularly in the rural wards, where the program has been rolled more slowly leaving residents to pay for a service they aren’t receiving.

City spokesperson Jocelyne

Turner said that as of April 2 every rural resident in a single family home will receive the green bin program.

Across the city, most residents in condominiums, apartments and townhomes still do not have green bin service.

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Save gas money by driving smart are the best ways to improve your vehicle’s fuel consumption and keep more money in your pocket.”

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per cent on highways and five per cent in the city. * Consolidate trips: several short trips taken from a cold start can use twice as much gas as one longer multi-purpose trip. * Don’t haul unneeded items in the trunk: an extra 45 kilograms in the trunk reduces fuel efficiency by one to two per cent. * Check the gas cap: damaged, loose or missing gas

caps allow gas to vaporize into the air. * Replace dirty or clogged air filters on older vehicles to improve fuel consumption. * Replace dirty spark plugs. * Change oil regularly to gain an additional .5 kilometres per litre. * Keep your car properly tuned to improve fuel consumption by an average of four per cent.

Early Bird Tennis Registration!

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Join your community tennis club located at 70 Castlefrank Rd, Kanata. We have four hard surface playing courts and one practice court.

Where: Hazeldean Mall, Kanata When: April 14th Time: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Mary Foley, Chris Sabourin & Monica Clarke Experienced physiotherapists & massage therapist

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Sign up early to save on your membership. You can also register your children for our popular summer camps: both full day and half day sessions available. Check out our new website: www.glencairntennis.ca for more details, registration forms and fees.

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Summer help needed! We are looking for part-time court stewards.

Anyone 19 years of age or older with knowledge and love of tennis is welcome to apply. Retired seniors are also encouraged to apply. Send applications by April 15 to: info@glencairntennis.ca.

The club officially opens May 1st should you miss the early bird.

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“Some motorists think they are saving money when they put off needed vehicle maintenance. What they don’t realize is that neglecting routine maintenance can end up costing a lot more,” said Marc Brazeau, president of the Automotive Industries Association of Canada. “Keeping your car running efficiently and adjusting your driving behavior

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Good Friday, April 6th at 3:00pm “The Passion according to Saint Matthew� anthems and readings, A free-will offering will be taken in support of outreach.

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Your Children’s Aid To Call or Not to Call?

This is a time of fiscal restraint, not only for the government or publicly funded agencies such as the CAS, but also for families. In Ottawa and across Ontario, families are having to make choices, some harder than others, but all requiring decision making regarding where and how to spend their hard earned money.

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The Children’s Aid Foundation of Ottawa was established in 1988. Its purpose is to raise funds to support programs that enrich the lives of children and youth whose families are involved with the Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa.

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An artist’s rendering shows what the new lobby at the Queensway Carleton Hospital will look like after the third phase of the hospital’s expansion is complete.

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EMC news - Patients, benefactors and hospital staff were all on hand to celebrate the end of the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation’s Care Grows West campaign on March 30.

Each one had a story to tell about how they were treated at the hospital and what made them become a part of the fundraising team.

The campaign reached its $35 million goal, which will fund the hospital’s threephase expansion and provide new operating rooms and equipment.

Local businessman Gary Beach donated $5 million to the new building, which is to be named the James Beach Health Care Centre, after his father.

“I came here and they fixed me up so I guess I owe them,” Beach said in a video prepared by foundation staff.

Chris and Erin Philips were also on hand to talk about the campaign.

“Many of our players have been treated here,” The Sens defenceman said in the promotional video shown to guests.

Dan Greenberg was the chair of the campaign and the

Greenberg family donated $11 million to the Irving Greenberg Cancer Centre. Hospital president Tom Schonberg said that there are plans in the work for an annual healthcare summit that would be named after the Greenbergs for their contributions and dedications.

The campaign made history for the hospital, being the largest goal ever with the largest number of gifts over $1 million.

“Wether it was $10 from a pensioner or $1 million from local business we were honoured by every contribution,” Schonberg said.

Newly minted Senator Vern

White made his first public speech as a senator during the wrap up celebration. He likened the campaign to the grassroots efforts made by Dave Smith for a youth addiction treatment centre. White talked about the importance of having local health care and bringing communities together.

“At one time the hospital was just in the middle of the field,” Schonberg said, adding that they have to keep ahead of growth in Nepean, Barrhaven and Kanata.

“We aren’t just the little community hospital anymore,” he said.

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Although all causes dealing with the well-being of children and youth are worthy of your valuable and generous donations, with the upcoming camp and bursary season soon upon us, we hope that you will consider contributing

Fill the bus to help support Kanata Food Cupboard EMC events - The Kanata Food Cupboard will hold its annual spring event Fill the Yellow Bus Drive on Saturday, April 21, and is looking for families and individuals who would like to take part.

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• Laura’s Your Independent Grocer, 300 Eagleson Rd., in the Hazeldean Mall.

• Real Canadian Superstore, 260 Eagleson Rd. • Sobeys, 840 March Rd. After the food drive the buses will unload at the Kanata Food Cupboard warehouse at 2 The Parkway.

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Old soles to help needy souls at O-YA emma.jackson@metroland.com

EMC news - The Osgoode Youth Association is collecting soles for souls this month as part of a larger Ottawa campaign to obtain 200,000 pairs of gently used shoes in April.

On Monday, April 2, local businessman Don Robichaud launched the Million Shoe Mission in Ottawa, a lofty campaign through Soles 4 Souls Canada to collect one million pairs of shoes in every province over the next 10 years - a total of 13 million shoes including the territories.

The shoes are given to local charities and distributed across the globe to help communities in need.

This year, the campaign will take place in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario and Quebec. The national goal is 400,000 pairs of shoes, and Robichaud said he hopes 200,000 will come from the Ottawa-Montreal area.

Boxes have been set up across the city at all Local Heroes restaurant locations, six Dymon Self Storage locations and at city hall. O-YA in Osgoode will serve as the rural Ottawa South drop-off point.

“I’m hoping it’s going to be more appealing for people who live out here to donate shoes, if they don’t have to drive downtown,” said O-YA chairperson Heather Roe, who organized the partnership with Robichaud.

Roe said it was a good match because it’s something the kids who use O-YA’s services can really get behind.

“Paying back to people is awesome, and kids generally like to be involved in things like that,” she said. On a more personal note, she said that as a runner she changes shoes frequently but others

would be glad to have her hand-me-downs.

“I only run in them for 800 kilometres so to someone else they’re brand spanking new,” she said.

At the Monday launch at Local Heroes on Bank Street near Heron Road, Robichaud said the charity accepts all kinds of shoes, from sturdy runners to high heels.

“We like to say that people in Haiti need to dress up. So the pumps work, too,” Robichaud said with a laugh.

He encouraged all Ottawa residents to do a little spring cleaning and get rid of shoes they no longer wear.

Throughout April the shoes will be collected and sorted, and then Robichaud will invite local charities to “cherry pick” the shoes they need for their clients. He expects they will take about 10 per cent of the stock. Another 14,000 will be given to Ottawa charity Sole Responsibility to send 7,000 pairs to Somali refugees in Yemen and 7,000 to Kenya.

The rest of the shoes will be shipped to a central warehouse in Nevada where they will be distributed across the globe.

Since 2004, the U.S. version of the charity has distributed 17 million pairs of shoes and supported countries through dozens of natural disasters, including the Haiti earthquake, the Japan earthquake and last year’s tornados in the U.S. Robichaud began collecting shoes for Soles 4 Souls in

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Kelowna, B.C. in 2010 as a way to give a local shoe business some exposure in the community. But as the shoes kept coming in, he and business partner Jim Belshaw realized they had something much bigger on their hands.

“I think why people have really jumped behind this has to do with the fact that we don’t ask for any money.

We just ask you to do a little spring cleaning, clean out your closet and bring in your shoes,” Robichaud said.

Robichaud pulled in a number of local businesses to get Ottawa’s campaign off the ground this April, including Steve Creighton, vice president of Dymon Self Storage. Creighton said he was “delighted” to support the campaign by providing drop-off locations and storage for the shoes, as well as a sorting facility at the end of the month.

“It’s very easy for us in Canada and particularly in Ottawa to take wearing shoes for granted. Around the world of course many, many people, adults and children, just don’t have that luxury,” he said. “We hope our facilities are just stuffed to the limits by the end of the program.”

Mayor Jim Watson and Alta Vista Coun. Peter Hume declared April Soles 4 Souls month in Ottawa.

For full drop-off details or more information about Soles 4 Souls Canada, visit www. soles4soulscanada.com.

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Meet Billy, a neutered male, sable and white German Shepherd mix. This handsome boy is just over a year old and was brought to the shelter as a stray on January 27. He is full gown at 22 kilograms – a medium-sized bundle of energy ready to settle in to his forever home. Billy loves to go for daily walks – he is a very active dog! He loves to play with toys but sometimes needs guidance and he needs to learn how to share them. He’s looking for a forever home with teens and adults who can take an active role in his training. He’d rather not live with cats and would be happiest as the only dog in his new home. Billy benefitted for participating in the OHS L.E.A.D. (Leadership Education with Adolescents and Dogs) program, where he learned basic obedience and socialization. He’s got a strong foundation and knows his basic commands, but he needs owners who will provide consistency so he can truly excel.

This neutered male, brown tabby Domestic Longhair cat is about seven years old. He was surrendered to the shelter by his owner on March 26.

Leo loves to have his ears rubbed and to tell you about everything about his day. He has an inquisitive mind and a regal presence.

Leo gets along best with people who appreciate a strong-willed, spirited cat, and he needs an owner who can handle an independent-minded feline who loves being petted, but who can also be a rough player.

No small children or other pets in Leo’s forever home, please! He wants owners who he can have all to himself!

GAINING A BABY DOESN’T MEAN LOSING A PET

Every year hundreds of animals are surrendered to the Ottawa Humane Society when a new baby arrives. Myths and false information about cats and dogs frighten new parents into giving up their animal friend, who could be a warm and loving companion for a child.

We’re busting the myths associated with pets and infants so that you can ensure your pet stays with you and your growing family.

Myth: Living with pets causes birth defects.

Fact: While toxoplasmosis, a diseasecausing parasite found in cat feces, can cause serious birth defects, it is more commonly found in uncooked or undercooked meat. Toxoplasmosis is very uncommon in Canada and transmission through the family cat is extremely rare.

Tip: Have someone other than the pregnant woman clean the litter box.

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her hands afterward. She should also wear gloves while gardening to avoid coming into contact with feces from other outdoor cats, and thoroughly wash her hands afterward. Consult your physician if you are concerned about the risks of toxoplasmosis.

Myth: My pet will get angry and hurt my child.

Fact: While all pets react differently, you should never leave the baby alone with your pet, even after the baby is crawling or walking. This way you can keep an eye on the situation and protect your child from an exuberant pet (and protect your pet from an enthusiastic child).

Tip: Make sue you spend time with your pet and baby together, so your pet views the newcomer and the new relationship as a positive experience.

Myth: Infants are more susceptible to pet-related allergies.

Fact: Many allergies are to things like laundry detergents or new food.

Please note: The Ottawa Humane Society has many other companion animals available for adoption. Featured animals are adopted quickly! To learn more about adopting an animal from the Ottawa Humane Society please contact us: Website: www.ottawahumane.ca Email: Adoptions@ottawahumane.ca Telephone: (613) 725-3166 x258

Tip: If your child shows symptoms of allergies, consult an allergist. Don’t assume allergy symptoms, if they arise, are caused by a pet.

Myth: The addition of a new family member is a disruption too great for your pet to tolerate.

Fact: A new family member may be difficult for your pet, and all animals react if their routine is disrupted, or they feel they have been displaced, but these reactions can be minimized by careful preparation and working with your pet before you bring home the baby.

Tip: Gradually accustom your pet to spending less time with you. Avoid drastically decreasing attention after the baby comes home, which will likely make your pet feel stressed. If your pet is particularly attached to the motherto-be, another family member should develop a closer relationship with the animal to ensure that the animal doesn’t suddenly feel abandoned when the new baby arrives.

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Carleton fraternity puts new twist on cancer fundraising EMC news - Members of a fraternity at Carleton University took an unusually painful route to raise money for cancer treatments and research during an event organized for March 28.

The members of the Carleton chapter of the Kappa Sigma fraternity offered up their chests during the Wax Off for Cancer fundraiser, to support the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation. Chests, eyebrows and backs were waxed for the amusement of onlookers and to encourage donations.

Ross Jesseau, who organizes philanthropic efforts for the fraternity, said the event

was Kappa Sigma’s own take on the Shave for a Cure-type events, which have taken place throughout the city in the past few months.

“We decided to throw our own twist on the original idea,” Jesseau said.

The fraternity has already raised $1,400 and is hoping to reach the $5,000 mark by the end of April.

The members want their donation to have a direct impact on the Ottawa community.

“One hundred per cent of the proceeds will go to the foundation,” Jesseau added.

“And it is for cancer treatments and machinery for cancer wards.”

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The Carleton University chapter of the Kappa Sigma fraternity hold their first of what they hope will be an annual Wax Off for Cancer fundraising event on March 28. The event is looking to raise $5,000 for the Ottawa Cancer Foundation. part,” Wark said.

Donations are accepted online via a link on the fraternity’s Facebook page. The fraternity intends on making the event an annual one.

Needle box moved out of Vanier’s Emond Park Public health officials add more boxes to neighbourhood

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EMC news - After months of requests made by Vanier residents, a needle drop box has been moved from Emond Park.

The needle box, placed in front of the park more than two years ago has now been moved to a short distance away from the park.

Emond Park was the only park in Ottawa with a needle box, according to Brian Fleischhaker, a project co-ordinator for Ottawa Public Health, who said the box was placed there at the request of the community.

The request to move it, also from the community, was not at first what Ottawa Public Health wanted to do.

“When we received requests in the fall, our stance was to keep it there,” Fleischhaker said.

As a compromise, public health moved the box to the Snack Shack beside the park.

The move, Fleischhaker said is currently a trial basis, depending on how the business

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A needle drop box has been removed from Emond Park at the request of Vanier residents. owner feels about it.

“If the owner wants it moved, it will be moved,” Fleischhaker said.

The removal of the box from the front of the park is not the only related needle box development in the neighbourhood, with another box being placed

at another location in Vanier.

Elaine Léger, chairwoman of the Vanier Community Association parks and recreation committee, said association has long been requesting the removal of the box.

The committee members have also learned at least one

more box will be installed in front of the Burger King located on Montreal Road.

There are two other needle boxes in Vanier, one in front of the Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health and one in front of St. Margaret’s Church, both also located on Montreal Road.

Fleischhaker said yet another box could potentially be installed on Montreal Road at the Ontario Addiction Treatment Centre.

In 2011, Ottawa Public Health collected 837,931 needles five different sources: needle boxes, needle hunters, needles picked up by city staff, from the Site Program and household hazardous waste depots. Because it is against the law to throw out needles in residential garbage, many of these needles are from diabetics or people using needles for other medical-related purposes.

There are 35 needle boxes in the city, from which 245,923 needles were collected in 2011.

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ways people could participate, besides having their chests waxed. A raffle, plus online donations were also available.

Additional support from Accents Logos, an Ottawa based printing company, as well as a sponsorship from Alliance Films and The Hunger Games movie, which made prizes available for the raffle tickets.

Jesseau said the main thing is to help out people who are in need.

“Everyone has a family member who has been affected by cancer, it is important to help,” he said.

Alex Wark was lucky number three when it came to having his chest waxed.

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Penguins take silver The Kanata atom Penguins were all smiles after coming in second at the 29th annual Kanata Girls Hockey Association House League Tournament, which was held March 23 to 25. The team lost 4-0 in the finals against the Ottawa girls who finished first during the regular season in the atom league.

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EMC community - MarieSophie Desaulniers describes this year’s Easter weekend at the Canada Agriculture Museum as “baby galore.”

“You’ll get to see newborn lambs, newborn chicks, some piglets,” said Desaulniers, director of visitor experience at the museum. “It’s all about spring, renewal, and it’s fresh.”

From April 6 to 9, the museum will host a variety of events to celebrate Easter weekend in the capital Desaulniers said it’s the museum’s first major kick-off weekend of spring and summer, and the annual celebration usually attracts a lot of families.

“Easter is our most well-attended event of the year,” she said. “It lasts four days and we’ve gotten feedback from people saying that this is a great outdoor space to spend

some quality family time.”

As part of the long weekend, the museum will feature baby animals for children to meet.

“For the kids, they’re realizing that animals have a life cycle and just like them, they get to be a baby, a young one, a teenager and then an adult,” said Desaulniers. She said the newborn babies will also show children that animals give birth in early spring because food is easier to find.

Desaulniers also said children learn why spring is an important time for farmers so their animals can prosper before the cooler autumn months.

Younger children will be able to take part in the annual Easter egg hunt and older children can do a scavenger hunt.

The museum will be open Easter weekend from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information visit the museum’s website or call 613-991-3053.

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CHEO autism researchers get $1M funding boost Ottawa intervention program to benefit from federal assistance Eddie Rwema

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EMC news - The federal government is taking a bold step on the path to improving the health and well-being of children and adults living with autism.

Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq announced funding of up to $1 million over five years that will help fund a research chair, who will oversee research in treatment and care of autism spectrum disorders.

Aglukkaq hopes the grant will attract the brightest scientists from across the world.

“I would like to personally encourage researchers to apply,” Aglukkaq said as she announced the funding on March 27 at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario Autism Intervention Program offices in Ottawa. “We need your creativity and your expertise.”

Researchers working in Canada and those willing to relocate to a Canadian research institution are eligible for the chair. Those not currently conducting research in the field of autism must demonstrate how they would bring new approaches to the treatment or care of individuals with autism.

Aglukkaq said autism is a growing health concern in Canada.

“Statistics suggest that about one in 100 children will be diagnosed with a form of autism,” said Aglukkaq.

“At the moment there are no firmly established guidelines for diagnosing or treating autism spectrum disorders.”

‘The only way to address these challenges is through a greater understanding of autism.’

Leona Aglukkaq, Health minister

The program, funded by the federal government and several partners, is aimed at helping a researcher bring innovative approaches to the treatment and care of people with autism spectrum disorder.

Aglukkaq noted that children and families affected by autism face a wide range of challenges and uncertainties in their day-today lives.

“The only way to address these challenges is through a greater understanding of au-

tism,” she said. “In particular we need more research to identify effective treatment and explore the best options for care and support.”

Since 2000, the federal government has invested approximately $40 million in autism related research, according to the minister.

“The research chair will help translate research into better treatments and improve standards of care for children and adults living with these disorders,” said Aglukkaq.

Edmonton-Mill WoodsBeaumont MP Mike Lake, whose 16-year-old son is autistic, spoke first-hand about the challenges families with children with autism go through and how the funding is important to these families.

Lake is optimistic the funding will focus on research enabling autistic children to grow and function as adults.

“It is very critical for us to have research that teaches us new ways to communicate with a non-verbal autistic kids,” said Lake.

He said children with autism have a very difficult time dealing with abstract – things like feeling.

“My son is very able to tell us when he wants a cookie, but it’s very difficult for him to tell us when he is feeling unwell or not happy in some way,” he said.

Martin Osmond, chief executive of the CHEO Research Institute, said the

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Federal Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq said $1 million will be allocated over five years to fund the research chair for the autism spectrum disorders treatment and care program. funding was timely.

“Today is indeed an important day for autism research,” As a practicing pediatrician, Osmond said he has seen many children over the years diagnosed with autism

spectrum disorder and that he knows the great needs that exist in communities to have treatment interventions that have proven to be effective.

“I know that it is only through the carefully devel-

opment and rigorous evaluation of treatments that we can be sure that our children are getting the most effective care, and that is why I am so excited about today’s announcement,” said Osmond.

Bank Street finishing touches to begin in May Michelle Nash

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EMC news - The completion of the Bank Street reconstruction work in the Glebe, including a final layer of asphalt, new pavers for the sidewalks and installation of street furniture, will begin in May. The $22-million reconstruction project originally began at the end of May 2011 and saw large portions of Bank Street closed for much of six months between the Rideau Canal and Queensway. Century-old water and sewer pipes were replaced as

part of the project, as was the deteriorating roadway.

The reconstruction was planned on an aggressive schedule in order to minimize disruption to residents and businesses, with a temporary layer of asphalt laid down in November.

Catherine Waters, a Glebe Community Association board member, worked on a committee formed specifically to address Bank Street reconstruction. She gave fellow board members an update on the final stage of construction at a meeting on March 27.

Waters said the city is currently meeting with the same contractors who completed the initial work for their spring schedule.

The Bank Street reconstruction committee was created with the help of Capital Coun. David Chernushenko so the community would be able to engage with the city during the construction.

The final touches to the reconstruction project are expected to be complete by the end of June.

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City Councillor, Kanata North RECREATION COMPLEX SKATEBOARD PARK Several years ago some young residents in Morgan’s Grant contacted me about getting a skateboard park in their community. I took this to staff as a needed item in the recreation complex being planned and it has been added as a feature. So there will be a major skateboard park at the Richcraft Recreation Complex on Innovation Drive.

A company experienced in designing these parks has been hired. Representatives from that company will be holding an interactive design workshop at the Mlacak Centre on Wednesday, April 18 from 6 to 8 pm. This is an opportunity for anyone interested in skate boarding to put forward their ideas on how it should be designed as a challenging and interesting park. A second meeting is planned to put forward a draft design so that users can make final comments. Part of the fundraising presently underway is to pay for those extra features requested by the community, including extra swim lanes, a dedicated youth room and the skateboard park.

CHANGES TO LIGHT RAIL STATIONS Council has approved moving one of the downtown stations for the light rail system onto Rideau St. rather than having it under the canal with entrances from both Rideau St. and Confederation Square. This change was recommended by staff because evaluation of ridership showed that more than 90% of riders using that station would come from the Rideau St/Byward Market area. It will also reduce the depth of the tunnel by about 5 metres, saving costs. There was some concern raised that this change would remove a connection to the National Arts Centre. With a commitment from the Gillen family for $2 million for such a connection, the Mayor’s office asked me, as Chair of the Transportation Committee, Diane Deans, Chair of the Transit Commission and Diane Holmes, the local Councillor, to see how a connection could be made. One of the points I made was that by moving one station further east, the spacing between stations has been changed, so that the two stations west of the canal are close together and the Rideau Station is further away. Staff are looking at whether the station at O’Connor could be moved further to the east, to make for better spacing and allow a potential connection with the Elgin St. area.

Council has also given approval to having local businesses analyze how an indoor pedestrian connection can be made to such a station. Neither of these will delay the procurement process. Bids are due July 31st and a recommendation to Council on the winning bid is to be made by January.

DRAINAGE, TURTLES & ENVIRONMENTAL LANDS City staff and consultants provided a great deal of information to the community at a public meeting last week. Included was information on extending the analysis of the impact on drainage to the downstream areas of both Watts Creek and Shirley’s Brook to come up with a drainage plan for both watersheds. The City is creating a conservation plan for the Blandings Turtle, an endangered species that has a sizable population in the area. The City is also undertaking completion of the Management Plan for City owned Environmental lands. If you were unable to attend the meeting information can be found on my website.

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Capital Coun. David Chernushenko wants to give cyclists the right of way on Bank and Billings bridges.

Cyclist safety boosted on Bank Street bridges Eddie Rwema

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EMC news – Road markers instructing motorists and cyclists to share the road will soon be installed on Bank Street Bridge and Billings Bridge to improve cycling safety.

The city plans to make the outside lanes in both directions on the two bridges “no passing lanes” obliging cars to stay behind the cyclist until safely off the bridge.

“One of the things I am trying to accomplish as a cycling councillor, is to give people the confidence to ride more,” Capital Coun.David Chernushenko told a group of residents at an open house in Old Ottawa South to explain the proposed approach held on March 29.

Chernushenko hopes to have single file shared-lane markings installed before summer kicks in to encourage more people to bike.

The approach will require cyclists to ride in the mid-

dle of the lane while on the bridge and will ask motorists to be patient and share the road when cyclists claim the lane.

Chernushenko said that he is working on improving the safety of the bridges for cyclists and pedestrians.

He noted that the bridges are too narrow to have their own dedicated bike lanes and ruled out dedicating one lane to cyclists.

There is no major changes to the actual infrastructure of the bridges but better signage, painting, clarity and an awareness campaign that will come with this,” said Chernushenko.

He said the cyclists don’t belong on sidewalks, but many prefer to use sidewalks because they feel unsafe on the road surface of the two bridges.

He added that currently cyclists either ride on the road or on the sidewalk.

“Many people feel it is the only safe way by which they

would cross the bridge and they are not dismounting to walk as they should be doing and that is a challenge,” said Chernushenko.

He said the bridges are usually the scariest part for cyclists.

“It is what I hear regularly when people say I would cycle more if it weren’t for those bridges,” he said.

“The desire is there, it is the sense of not feeling safe that people aren’t cycling.”

He Chernushenko said his aim is to improve cycling and not slowing traffic.

“My belief is that when traffic is light, you will easily be able to move around the bicycle anyway, and when traffic is heavy you are being asked to stay behind the bicycle until it is safe to pass,” said Chernushenko.

“The issue here is to try and make many people who are not cycling because they are nervous to do so.”

James McLaren, president of the Heron Park Community

Association said it is hard to see the initiative working.

“They are asking cars to move at the speed bikes are moving at in the outside lanes and frankly I just don’t see that happening,” said McLaren.

“I know the bridges are narrow. It is difficult and complicated to provide bike lanes but this isn’t the answer.”

Many people that attended the open house preferred to have the single file sharrow (single lane marking) as opposed to a side-by-side sharrow that would require a minimum safe distance of one metre between the motorist and the cyclist.

Alex deVries, from the Citizens for Safe Cycling, a local cycling advocacy group, welcomed the move a means to a encourage more people to bike.

“This is not about safety because biking isn’t unsafe.

It is about how comfortable do people feel and how we can encourage new people to bike,” he said.

LAUNCH OF KANATA CHINESE SENIORS SUPPORT CENTRE It is just two years since a small group of Chinese seniors approached me to find a place to meet as they were outgrowing meeting in their living rooms. With the assistance of a support worker from the Library, their social club quickly grew to more than 100 members that year. I was pleased to participate last Saturday in an expansion of their services to being a support centre for their now more than 300 senior Chinese members. Congratulations to all involved, particularly Wen Jean Ho who has played a huge role in making this a reality.

NOTES OF INTEREST Breast Cancer survivors are welcome to attend the Kanata Breast Cancer Support Group that meets at the Mlacak Centre on the last Thursday of the month.

Join me on the annual Walk of the Cross on Good Friday, starting from Glen Cairn United Church at noon.

Remember to ensure as much reuse as possible for those items you no longer need – give them away, put them out on Give Away Weekend June 2-3, or sell them at a garage sale. There is no need for any useful item to be put into your garbage.

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A new vision for the south end of Bank Street intends to make the area more walkable.

Bank Street CDP good for central neighbourhoods EMC news â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The president of the Heron Park Community Association said he is pleased the Bank Street community design plan (CDP) that was approved by council on March 28 took into account their input. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We like the CDP and we see a little of our input in there,â&#x20AC;? said association president James McLaren.

A vibrant mixed-use area with diverse concentration of housing types, shops and services with an attractive streetscape and many public gathering places make up the vision for the proposed CDP. The plan, which covers a 3.2-kilometre stretch of Bank Street between the Rideau River and the Canadian National Railway tracks south of Walkley Road, calls for three nodes of intensive transitoriented redevelopment with taller buildings housing commercial, office and residential uses.

The design plan provides a broad and integrated 20-year vision and guide for the future of the street and the neighbouring communities.

The goal of the design plan is to create a streetscape that helps increase the economic, civic, and cultural vitality of the neighbourhood.

Among other things, the plan calls for the transformation of Kaladar Avenue from a light industrial to a mixed use.

McLaren said it was odd to have an industrial zone besides a residential zone. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the past it has caused a lot of friction between our community and the industrial traffic right next door,â&#x20AC;? he said.

He said the changes as outlined in the new plan will be beneficial to the residents of Heron Park.

In a release, the city said this transformed area would be supported with new facilities for pedestrians and cyclists, and new green space.

Though the plan doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t envision widening of Bank Street, McLaren thinks big developments expected on the renewed street will come with constant pressures to do that. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The traffic pressure is just enormous and growing all the time and that is always going to be a problem and we are aware of that,â&#x20AC;? said McLaren.

The plan creates a vision for an area of just over 100 hectares that many councillors said they feel has been forgotten.

One of the councillors for the area, Capital Wardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s David Chernushenko, said this plan does what community design plans are meant to do: outline a framework for an area thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on the brink of transformation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always felt separated from the retail on Bank Street,â&#x20AC;? Chernushenko said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a chance to bring it back together.â&#x20AC;?

The goal is to change that section of Bank Street from â&#x20AC;&#x153;Merivale Road liteâ&#x20AC;? to a pedestrian-friendly environment with trees, benches and wider sidewalks. The plan looks to phase out parking lots that divide buildings from the street; although existing lots can stay, future parking will be located behind buildings, underground or in parking structures.

Creating cycling and pedestrian links is a big part of encouraging those hubs to

develop with a mix of businesses and housing, according to the plan. The goal is to keep that section of Bank Street as a commercial strip, but add more vibrancy and foot-traffic to the street by allowing housing and offices to also be built along Bank.

Cycling lanes along the length of Bank Street would help that effort, and are recommended in the plan.

Chernushenko added that his efforts would be focused on trying to create better, safer cycling and pedestrian links over the Rideau River into Old Ottawa South.

To encourage walking, the plan calls for better sidewalks that have a boulevard buffer between the cycling lane and roadway and the sidewalk.

Dedicated left-turning lanes would be axed along most of Bank to make way for a landscaped median. On-street parking could be introduced in the future as a way to promote sidewalk retail.

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The red dress Patrina Murphy stands beside was her first try at regalia making. The Rideau High School student participated in a joint art-based project with the Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health to promote aboriginal culture and heritage. Students from Rideau High School unveiled a new art exhibit on March 27 featuring works from a special project that encouraged them to discover and promote aboriginal culture. The exhibit at the Ottawa Art Gallery features art from students in native arts and native studies classes at Rideau.

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EMC entertainment - University of Ottawa musicians and the Rotary Club of West Ottawa are joining forces to help fight polio, a disease that still affects millions in places such as Nigeria, Afghanistan and Pakistan.

The Music for Humanity concert will take place on April 14 and will feature graduate-level musicians with the university’s school of music who will perform a chamber music concert. Funds raised will go to the Rotary club’s PolioPlus campaign.

“I had a great aunt who contracted the virus when she was a toddler,” said Aura Giles, who has been involved as music director for the concert for the last two years. “She suffered the physical deformity, but was a huge inspiration of her inner strength and integrity.

She passed away when I was five, but I’m sure she would appreciate my involvement in this event.”

Rotary International has been involved in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative for 27 years and to date has raised $1 billion to fight polio.

Rotary International has also

provided volunteers to work with health workers on vaccinations and immunizations.

The organization has also been involved in lobbying those in power for an eradication initiative.

On the local level, Alan Bowles of the Rotary Club of West Ottawa said the local chapter has been part of the effort since the beginning.

“The fight against polio has been particularly important,” Bowles said. “If you don’t eradicate it, then you’re just trying to contain it.”

He said even though polio has been gone from North America for years, it’s still an important issue to focus on and it’s still affecting those overseas.

Giles organized the music for this year’s concert and has been responsible for finding performers, drafting the program and liaising between students and Rotary members.

She said she wants the evening to be a fun and relaxing concert.

“All of the students are accomplished musicians and budding performers,” Giles said. “I did request that they choose something pleasant (to play).”

Giles said she hopes the

audience walks away enjoying the music and feels good about supporting the cause.

In addition, she said the concert is a great opportunity for audience members to develop a new appreciation for young musicians in Ottawa.

“We always hear about the famous and fantastic visiting artists and it’s important and wonderful to hear these more established artists, but it is also important to support the community,” said Giles. “Students are a big part of that community.

Students at the University of Ottawa and Carleton become the next generation of music teachers and performers. Ottawa has a very rich musical culture.”

Before she passed away, Giles’ great aunt Norma Hall also wrote an autobiography that will have a limited number available at the concert.

The book, called God, Mama and Wheels will be on sale for $15 with proceeds also going to Rotary’s PolioPlus campaign.

For more information on the event, contact Alan Bowles at ambowles@rogers.com or visit the Rotary Club of West Ottawa’s website at rotary clubwestottawa.ca.

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It was a packed house on March 27 at the National Arts Centre as the Ottawa Chinese Community Service Centre holds its employment graduation gala. The centre’s employment support division assisted more than 400 internationally educated professionals in their efforts to find employment, with 284 graduating from the bridging programs.

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Saturday April 28, 2012 Ukrainian Hall at 1000 Byron 5:30 pm Cocktails & Viewing  6:30 pm Dinner  8:30 pm Show & Auction Host : Adrian Harewood Auctioneer : Lawrence Greenspon

Latin American Buffet Music and Dance Performances Featuring: “Colores Andinos” “Peru Danza” “Salsasion”

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EMC news - With another year of parties behind almost behind them, some people living in Sandy Hill want to get a new project seeking to foster improved resident-student relations off the ground sooner rather than later.

When Christopher Collmorgen tried to get home on March 17, he was unable to drive up his street nor the two adjacent streets due to students taking part in St. Patrick’s Day revelry.

He said some of the parties had spilled onto the street, with some of the students throwing beer bottles and some urinating in the street.

But angry as he was, the president of Action Sandy Hill and good neighbours committee member said all he wants is for the university-community partnership based “town and gown” committee to get up and running.

“I feel like looking to the past to blame is not going to move us forward and get us where we want to be,” Collmorgen said.

“Why fight? It doesn’t have to be like this.

Let’s make this situation the catalyst for change.”

For the past two months, the town and gown committee has been working at taking over the role currently served by the good neighbours committee, which had been created for residents to voice their concerns about living in a neighbourhood with a high post-secondary student population.

The pending town and gown committee would become a collective organization, featuring both student and non-student residents and would look to take a proactive approach to

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The aftermath of a St. Patrick’s Day party in Sandy Hill has residents wanting more and more to reach out and find a way to live happily in their student-home owners community. issues like the St. Patrick’s Day parties.

Currently, the town and gown committee is mired in procedure, as the University of Ottawa needs to discuss the terms of reference with their graduate and undergraduate student unions.

In the meantime, the good neighbours committee continues to function and at their March 19 meeting, Collmorgen said residents voiced their concerns about the amount and type of parties the neighbourhood has been dealing with.

He admits he was angered by the events that had recently transpired, but said he understands such feelings don’t help the situation.

“We have a lot of work to do and I have a fantastic group of people to do it, so let’s get started,” Collmorgen said.

In the meantime he said the university is going to have to help.

Alastair Mullin, the university’s representative on the good neighbours committee, said it is hard for the university to take action after students leave the campus. The university can only encourage students to be good neighbours.

But Collmorgen thinks more

needs to be done.

“Why not have a code of conduct?” he asked. “When students act out like they did, there is no policy for the university to fall back on. Students have no consequences for their actions.”

Mullin said at this time a code of conduct is not something the university is contemplating, but something the new committee, once it is running, can discuss.

Collmorgen is trying to stay positive.

“We are trying to build a community for everyone, including students and this committee is the best way to make it happen.” Collmorgen said.

The community association as well has attempted to reach out to students.

In the fall Action Sandy Hill hosts a barbecue for the students and at the end of the school year, they give out prizes to student residences who have been good neighbours.

The association also makes an effort to let students know about some of the university-led initiatives, such as the dump-and-run, a free program where students can leave used furniture or items for other students to take.

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The annual New Art Festival takes place in Central Park in the Glebe. Last year’s event damaged the grass in the park, which raised concerns with the local parks committee, asking the festival organizers to find more ways to mitigate damages to the 100 year-old park.

New Art Festival addresses Glebe concerns Michelle Nash

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EMC news - Members of the New Art Festival committee and Glebe Community Association parks committee butted heads at a recent meeting over resident concerns regarding the annual festival.

The annual New Art Festival at Central Park in the Glebe offers a venue for upand-coming artists and seasoned ones to sell their art to the general public. The event has grown to more than 200 artists taking over the park for one weekend in June with thousands of visitors attending the event.

Concerns were raised by the Glebe Community Association parks committee about

how the park was treated during last year’s event. Capital Coun. David Chernushenko held a meeting with both parties to address these concerns and as a follow-up, members of the festival committee, came to the March 27 Glebe Community Association meeting to discuss these issues.

Bhat Boy, the Glebe artist who created the event over 20 years ago, while no longer on the committee, spoke on behalf of its members.

“Residents have raised some concerns and we want to address them tonight,” he said.

The parks committee chairwoman Elizabeth Ballard was surprised the committee decided to address the meeting unexpectedly. She said

the parks committee had been looking to address the issues with the recently appointed members of the festival committee separately.

“Generally we have been working together, but no one got in touch with me about coming here tonight,” Ballard said. “I feel blindsided.”

The festival committee said they wanted to address the concerns quickly and make the appropriate changes.

A few of the issues raised by the parks committee included parking, noise, home owner’s driveways being blocked and safety of pedestrians during the festival.

In addition, there were complaints about large amounts of grass being damaged at the

park during the festival.

“The (festival committee) is looking for ways to limit the damage to the grass,” Bhat Boy said during his address to meeting.

Central Park, once a creek bed, can be sensitive to large amounts of traffic. In 1997, at the request of residents, vehicles were prohibited from the park during the set-up and tear-down of the festival.

Likening the event to other singular annual events in the neighbourhood, such as the Great Glebe Garage Sale, the festival committee said most

of the other issues with the festival are similar.

As for parking, the festival committee is hoping to work something out with the nearby schools.

Chernushenko also spoke about the concerns.

“At the meeting we created an action plan,” he said. “I think we have a way to move forward and make it a better event.”

The councillor sought to assure everyone that despite the concerns, none of the issues would prohibit the festival from taking place.

“Certainly, this is not about

whether or not the festival will continue,” he said. “It is not about that. There are legitimate concerns and I am here to address them.”

The festival committee also said they are open to hearing suggestions to make the festival a better event.

The New Art Festival committee members added they were open to hearing any suggestions or solutions to help make the festival agreeable for area residents.

The free festival is scheduled to take place on June 2 and 3.

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Positive Change for Kanata South

City Councillor Kanata South Successful meeting with insurance representatives

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thier and Eric Tousignant and their staff for all of their efforts thatWednesday led us to thisnight vital meeting. well, I would like to thank On I had theAsopportunity to attend a Robert Tremblay Director of Research and Marc Lefebvre, Unscreening of the new movie ‘Bully’ a documentary showing derwriting at had IBC for of their efforts in helping the effects Coordinator that bullying onallfive families.

I encourage to arrange the attendance of key representatives from the everyone to see the movie and how bullying is affecting insurance industry for these discussions. today’s youth.

Armed with this information I now hope that the insurance parked on lawns companies can Cars more accurately assess the risk of flooding in My received a number of calls last plans summer about my office ward and recognize the comprehensive to protect cars being parked onpolicy lawns and I wanted to remind our residents and their holders.

residents that you cannot park on lawns. In accordance with the Comprehensive Zoning By-law, parking next to By-Law Calls a street is prohibited in residential zones for a number of This week I received data services provided by reasons, including safety.related That is,tointhe a residential area, you the By-Law and Regulatory Services Branch in 2011 for Kanamay not park a motor vehicle in a required and provided ta South worked with and front yardand or City-wide. side yard,Last or inyear, theI extension of By-Law a required Police to create a strong presence on a number of issues in and provided corner side yard into a rear yard. Concerns the ward and I believe the parking results speak themselves. about front/side yard mayforbe directed to 3-1-1.

Reports of potential violations should the I want to thank the community for a double digitinclude decrease in municipal address I at which the the parking is occurring, as graffiti complaints; hope in 2012 community stays vigiwell the date and time.tiThis information will be helpful lant as in reporting any graffi in the area. in addressing There was a 10the perissue. cent increase in signs complaints; this can

The Kanata atom Penguins beat the Gloucester Ice Cats 5-0 to be declared champions of the pool B of the Metro Ottawa Girls House League. Claire Goold led the team with four goals. This title ends a great season for the team who were previously finalists in two tournaments.

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bage pickup On April 2, area Coun. Peter Hume invited his constituents to the “Trash 2 Cash” contest.

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Residents who agree to biweekly garbage collection, and continue with that pickup schedule until the fall, will be entered into a draw for the property tax discount.

The challenge, which is currently only open to Alta Vista ward residents, will run from April 16 to May 20.

Biweekly garbage collection starts in November and Hume hopes to kickstart the change with this contest.

“People often struggle with change,” Hume said.

“Many of us will try something new for a tempting incentive. This challenge will get people used to reducing their waste, and hopefully show them how easy it is to fill their green bin instead of

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by Councillor AlCleaning Capital: Register online at ottawa.ca/clean or lan Hubley and MPP Jack MacLaren at Jack Charron by calling 3-1-1 (TTY: 613-580-2401). Thethe campaign runs 10 to a.m. to noon from Arena April 15 May 15; register on or before April 14 for Feb. 25: Meet and Greet Breakfast special guests at your chance to win early-bird prizes.with Kanata South won Don Cherry’s 320 participation Eagleson Rd (Tickets at and the door) the award for highest last year I hope we can- once again show our community spirit!

Help us clean March 7: Free International Women’s Day Celebration at your the street, KRCa park, a school ground or a parking lot and

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The City of Ottawa has proven once again that it knows able to bring together key representatives from the insurhow to put on a show and welcome the entire country to ancebeautiful industryCapital. to highlight the progress we have made with our the West-End Flooding Investigation Plan. reception I was honoured to attend the Juno’sAction welcoming At the meeting, City staff showcased the accomplishments last week as well as the awards and thank the many the City haswho achieved reduce riskhome of flooding the performers madeto our Citythe their away infrom west-end and in particular Kanata South to representatives home.

Events such as the Juno Awards bring people into our of the Insurance Bureau of Canada. community and have a huge economic benefit Kanata The response from a number of participants wastothat this South. was exactly the information they needed to hear and it helps Ithem wanttotodothank organizing committee and everyone their the job better. involved for hosting the Juno Awards on Sunday Night, it I would like to thank City of Ottawa’s Dixon Weir, Alain Gonwas an outstanding event.

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Last April, the city voted to change the way garbage is collected, with a focus on encouraging single-family homes to use green bins to recycle organics.

Under the new plan green bins, which would contain much of a household’s smelly waste, would be picked up every week. Recycling bins would be picked up every week, alternating between blue (glass, aluminum and plastics) and fibres (paper and cardboard).

Anything left over that has to be placed in a garbage bag would only be picked up every two weeks.

Contestants will have to fill out a survey after each of the five weeks regarding how the collection went and provide a photo of their garbage buildup each week.

The winnings will be supplied by Orgaworld, which runs the city’s composting program.

Ottawa produces about 200,000 tonnes of garbage each year and Hume added much of that could be directed to the green bin program.

“Dealing responsibly with our organic waste is about eco-stewardship. This is waste that doesn’t need to be sitting in a landfill and can be rerouted to a better purpose.

Alta Vista residents who wish to register should email peterhumeottawa@gmail. com.

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CLEANING / JANITORIAL A Clean is a Happy Home.

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ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES American Flyer and Lionel trains, locomotives, rolling stock, track, accessories.

Many in original boxes. Offers considered for part or all.

613-359-6168.

AUCTIONS Horse, Tack, Equipment Consignment Sale. Galetta Livestock. EASTER SAT. APRIL 7th.

Galetta Ontario. 1/2 hour W. of Kanata. Tack 10 am, Equip.

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Free estimates. Call Jim, 613-291-1228, or 613-8312550 Angel Medium I am a gifted psychic/medium offering readings to my home on life (past), financial, home, healing, more.

Private confidential in Arnprior.

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CARPENTRY, REPAIRS, Rec Rooms, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates, 25 years experience.

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CERTIFIED MASON 12yrs exp., Chimney Repair & Restoration, cultured stone, parging, re pointing. Brick, block & stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates. Work guaranteed. 613-250-0290 or email: stonework@sypmatico.ca HAVE YOU BEEN DENIED, Canada Pension Plan Disability Benefits? The Disability claims advocacy clinic can help.

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Reasonable rates, reliable and responsible. Call Brian at 613-857-3719 RENOVATIONS CONTRACTOR IKEA kitchens, ceramic tile, hardwood, laminate, basements, carpentry & decks.

Experienced. Seniors discount. Please contact Ric: ric@SmartRenos.com or 613-831-5555.

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Salvaged buildings, timber and logs for sale.

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Hungerford Gate Apartments Kanata 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available for immediate occupancy; include fridge, stove, storage, parking, and ceramic flooring; security cameras, rental agent and maintenance person on site; laundry room; located near parks, buses, shop-ping, schools, churches, etc. To view, call 613-878-1771.

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Perth- 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, duplex, centrally located, available April 1st. $850/m includes water, parking, garage, central air, yard, gas heat, non-smoking, no pets 613-264-1520.

Cedar trees. 4-6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. $3 ea. if you dig. If we dig, $4 ea. 613-2694664.

Firewood- Cut, split and delivered or picked up. Dry seasoned hardwood or softwood from $50/face cord. Phone Greg Knops (613)658-3358, cell (613)340-1045.

Waterfront on Big Rideau Lake.

3 bdrm + office & loft space.

Available June 1st. $1500/mth for long term rental. See Kijiji for pics 613-283-9852.

FOR SALE Brand New Mattress Sets- Single Sets Starting $150, Double Sets Starting $189, Queen Sets Starting $299. Delivery Available, 3768 Hwy 43 West Smiths Falls (613)284-8281.

Cedar (white), quality lumber, most sizes, decking, T&G, channel rustic. Also huge bundles of cedar slabs ($45) and large bags of shavings ($35). w w w. s c o u t e n w h i t e c e d a r. c a (613)283-3629.

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Demo model Shoprider 888 SLN.Red. MSRP $3695, now $2000. Kevin 613-267-0988.

CEDAR LUMBER for decks &Fences. CEDAR TREES for hedging, now booking installation jobs, for Spring plant.

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ESTATE CLEAN OUT Stittsville Lions Hall Sat April 7. Admission $5, 6am Fill 2 Grocery Bags for $40, 8am, Fill 2 Bags For $20, 9:30am Fill 2 Bags FREE! 10am Auction of Neat Stuff Found: Antiques, Col-lectibles, Furniture, Books, Tools and more!

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Attention Experienced Landscapers Are you dedicated, dependable, hardworking? We are looking for you.

Established company has immediate openings for experienced landscape installers for interlock, retaining walls, plants and sod. Positions for foreman, lead hands and laborers.

Permanent F/T positions, Salary based on qualifications and experience. Full company benefits and bonus structure.

If you are looking for a change with a great opportunity for personal growth and success in team environmentplease contact us now at jobs@thunderbolt.ca

Part time supervisor needed immediately employment for store attendance supervisor, work 2 hours anytime & earn daily. (paul.gingrich@aol.com) P/T General Handyman re-quired immediately to pro-vide home maintenance & repair services in KanataStittsville & Ottawa West.

Ideal for retired/semi-retired, organized, conscientious and people friendly. Basic tools and reliable vehicle required.

Good compensation & flexible hours. Apply to handyman-plus@ourgoldenyears.ca or fax 613-8360499.

Please visit us on our website at www.thunderbolt.ca EARN EXTRA income! carrier contractors needed for early am newspaper home delivery in Kanata and Stittsville, 7 days/week.

Vehicle a must. $500-$950+/ MONTH. 613-592-9786

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Experience Heavy Duty Night Cleaners Required for retail store in the Almonte & Carleton Place area. Call 613-7270413 (Between 9:00am-3:00pm MonFri or fax resume (613)727-1392

Full/Part Time Cleaners/Team Leaders for growing residential cleaning company based in North Gower. Mon-Fri. No evenings. No weekends. All travel paid. $11.00-$14.00/hr.

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T.G. Carroll Cartage Ltd. is seeking traffic control and road maintenance workers. Fax 613-836-7658 or email tgcarroll@sympatico.ca

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We are seeking to appoint one Director to the OCH Board of Directors and two Community representatives to the Corporate Affairs Committee.

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The Renfrew Victoria Hospital is recruiting a part-time Clinical Pharmacist.

Applicants must have a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, licensure (or eligibility) with the Ontario College of Pharmacists, and registration with the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities will include coordinating the distribution and storage of drugs; evaluating drug therapy for a wide variety of inpatients and outpatients including dialysis, daycare, and oncology patients; and consulting with other members of the health care team, both in person and via telehealth.

If you are a creative, energetic professional committed to team decisionmaking and high quality patient care, please apply in writing by April 13th, 2012, to: Julia Boudreau V.P. Corporate Services Renfrew Victoria Hospital 499 Raglan Street North Renfrew, Ontario K7V 1P6 Fax (613) 432-8649 Email boudreauj@renfrewhosp.com Please visit our website at www.renfrewhosp.com While we appreciate all responses, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

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These positions will provide expertise, guidance and advice in matters that advance Property Management and support the strategic objectives of OCH. Further information, including descriptions of the positions, and application forms are available at www.och.ca.

Please submit your application by April 13, 2012 to ochjobs@och.ca Governance Sub-Committee Ottawa Community Housing Corporation, 39 Auriga Drive, Ottawa ON K2E 7Y8

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We have created a new product line of cyclotrons (B14p, B35p and the B70p) for radioisotope production. The team brings with it a diverse range of knowledge from around the world. TeamBestâ&#x201E;˘ is driven by one primary goal - to provide the best products and services to customers.

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3 bedroom townhouse, 1.5 baths, 2 appliances, unďŹ nished basement, one parking spot. $1007 per month plus utilities.

Sunday April 8th, 9:30 - 3:30pm.

Information 613-749-1847.

INCOME TAX PREPARATION Efficient ,Accurate, Confidential serving your tax needs since 1981. 613-831-4091

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CHEVROLET BUICK GMC CADILLAC LTD EXCITING SALES OPPORTUNITY Our vehicle sales keeps on growing every month, and as a result we are now in need of an Experienced Sales/Leasing Representative to add to our sales team; automotive experienced is preferred.

General Motors continues to introduce new award winning models with appealing design, high safety levels, and outstanding fuel efficiency without sacrificing quality and performance.

To the successful candidate we offer: * generous commission structure * company demonstrator * medical/dental benefits * RRSP plan * flexible hours and a great work environment!

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LEGION BRANCH 480 389 Richmond, Rd. Ottawa.

BINGO every Wednesday at 6:45p.m. Door and canteen open at 5:00p.m 613-7252778

HELP WANTED

If you wish to be part of our sales team, send your resume to the attention of:

With manufacturing facilities in 13 countries, Albany International is the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading producer of customdesigned fabrics and belts essential to the production of paper, paperboard, and tissue and used in other industrial process applications.

Kristine Fair-Clemmens, General Manager kristinef@mikefairchevcadillac.com or fax at 613-283-3771 Lombard Street, Smiths Falls www.famousforfairness.ca

ABOUT US: We have a talented team of dedicated, talented employees focused on excellence. We are looking for some new members to join our team.

ABOUT YOU: â&#x20AC;˘ Positive â&#x20AC;˘ Detail Oriented â&#x20AC;˘ Problem Solver â&#x20AC;˘ Strong Communication Skills

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**LIVETALK** All New Gals Choose 1 or 2 girls, listen to fantasies. Anything goes. Call 1-900-561-1000 $1.99/min-ute. or call 1-800-711-2525 for .90/ min for $38 Special!

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Sales Representative Guildcrest Homes, Ontarioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading manufacturer of modular homes, is seeking energetic, professionals to join our sales team.

We are currently hiring: â&#x20AC;˘ Manufacturing Operator â&#x20AC;˘ Weaving Mechanic/ Millwright would be an asset â&#x20AC;˘ Mechanical Engineer Please forward your resume with a list of references to: careers@albint.com Thank you for your interest.

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A CRIMINAL RECORD preventing you from traveling?

ExpressPardons.com Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fastest Pardon and Waiver Service can help! Solutions from $49/month. Apply online/toll free at 1-866-416-6772

HELP WANTED

mmacdc342@rogers.com (Buy/Sell) Lanark/Perth Gun, Hunting & Sportsman Show. Lanark Community Centre, 67 Princess St. April 21 and 22. Info: (905)623-1778.

Admission $6.00, Sat. 9-4, Sun. 9-3.

Hunting, Fishing, Outdoors.

New/Used/Collectible.

PERSONAL FREE TO TRY!! 1-866-732-0070 *** Live girls. Call#7878 or 1-888-628-6790, You choose!

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As a seasoned professional Sales Representative, you have a proven track record in the sales environment, a strong knowledge of the housing industry and the ability to provide clients with sound product and technical support. You must be able to thrive in a team-oriented environment that recognizes and rewards achievement.

We have a competitively structured compensation plan with high earnings potential and a comprehensive benefit package.

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Golden Years Income Tax Preparation. Personalized attention & advice. Free pick up & delivery, in Stittsville/Kanata area. CRA E-file. Students free with parents return. Reasonable rates (613)566-7077 email: mygoldenyears@rogers.com

COIN AND STAMP SALE New location the RA CENTER - 2451 Riverside Drive

PERSONAL ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Do you want to stop drinking?

There are no dues or fees for A.A. Membership. The only requirement is a desire to stop drinking. Phone 613-258-3881 or 613-826-1980.

Apply to: Tammy Rutley-Mills, Guildcrest Homes 20 Mill Street. Morewood, ON K0A 2R0 Fax: (613) 448-3464 or e-mail: tmills@guildcrest.com

LE LEADERSHIP COMMUNAUTAIRE EST Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ASSISE DES LOGEMENTS DE LCO SOCIĂ&#x2030;TĂ&#x2030; DE LOGEMENT COMMUNAUTAIRE Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;OTTAWA (LC0)

Secure 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Plus Building Carleton Place No Smoking No Pets $685 & up

Nous voulons nommer un directeur au Conseil dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;administration et deux reprĂŠsentants communautaires au ComitĂŠ des affaires administratives de LCO.

ExpĂŠrience et aptitudes exigĂŠs

Conseil dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;administration

ComitĂŠ des affaires administratives

Services juridiques Legal Biens immobiliers Real Estate Communications Communications

Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Discounts

Call 613-720-9860 or 613-823-1694

Ressources humaines Human Resources Communications Communications Politique publique Public Policy .

Property Management Les titulaires de ces postes donneront lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;expertise, lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;orientaiton et des conseils sur les enjeux qui soutiennent et mettent en valeur les objectifs stratĂŠgiques de LCO.

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Envoyez votre demande le 13 avril 2012 au plus tard Ă ochjobs@och.ca

First month free -limited time KANATA Beautiful treed views. 8 Acres of Park Setting.

Secure 24hr monitoring.

100 Varley Lane

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La SociĂŠtĂŠ de logement communautaire dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ottawa est le plus important fournisseur de logements sociaux Ă Ottawa et se situe au deuxième rang en Ontario. Elle fournit près de 1 000 l Ă l d 32 000 â ĂŠ f ĂŠlib i

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**RECEIPTS FOR CLASSIFIED WORD ADS MUST BE REQUESTED AT THE TIME OF AD BOOKING**

SATURN ACCOUNTING SERVICES

WORLD CLASS DRUMMER (of Five Man Electrical Band) is now accepting students. Pri-vate lessons, limited enroll-ment, free consultation. Call Steve, 613831-5029. www.stevehollingworth.ca

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Scapa North America, a leading manufacturer of adhesive tape products is seeking an Industrial Millwright for its Renfrew Operations. The position involves a broad range of routine and non-routine maintenance responsibilities for light to heavy manufacturing equipment. Shift work is required for this position.

CHRONICLE DIAMOND AWARD WINNER 2009, 2010 & 2011

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HUNTING SUPPLIES Hunter Safety/Canadian Fire-arm Safety Courses held throughout the valley all year long. Organize a group, get yours free. Gift certificates available. Competitive pricing.

Dave Arbour 613-257-7489. www.valleysportsmanshow.com

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VACATIONS & COTTAGES

Summer Weekly Rental

Send us an e-mail at jane@avd.ca and we will forward you pictures.

Or call 1-613-925-2159 for details.

TENDERS

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Waterfront bungalow on the Mississippi River, near Carleton Place.

This 7 room + 2 bathroom house is the perfect place for your family to get away to.

Clean, safe, shallow water is ideal for swimming, canoeing and kayaking.

PETS GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES Germany and Czech, World Champion Bloodlines, Sable and Black and tan. Ready to go to new homes, March 10th. 613622-5599 www.lindenhof.ca

PETS DOG SITTING. Experienced retired breeder providing lots of TLC. My home. Smaller dogs only.

References available. $17-$20 daily. Marg 613-721-1530.

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

FOR SALE BY OWNER Beautiful new built 3 br, 2 bath for rent in Smiths Falls. (2 Florence St) $1250/mo. Available May 1. erikcouture@gmail.com.

TOWN OF ARNPRIOR REQUEST FOR TENDER RECONSTRUCTION OF TIERNEY STREET SOUTH PW-2012-01 SEALED TENDERS clearly marked as to contents will be received by the undersigned until 3:00 p.m., Thursday April 12th, 2012 for the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Reconstruction of Tierney Street South Tender #PW-2012-01â&#x20AC;? in the Town of Arnprior.

HUNTING SUPPLIES

Saturday, June 8 & Sunday, June 9 Largest Venue in Eastern Ontario!

Smiths Falls â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2 Giant Arenas VENDORS WANTED 613-205-1646 www.sfgunshow.com

FOR RENT

Jacquie Farrow-Lawrence, Town Clerk Town of Arnprior 105 Elgin Street West Arnprior, ON K7S 0A8

FOR RENT

John Steckly, Civil Engineering Technologist Town of Arnprior 105 Elgin Street West Arnprior, Ontario Tel.: (613) 623-4234 ext. 238 Fax: (613) 623-9960 jsteckly@arnprior.ca

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STOVE CARPETING THROUGHOUT ELEVATOR GROUND mOOR LAUNDRY ROOM BALCONIES ON ND RD mOORS WALK OUT PATIO ON GROUND mOOR FREE PARKING WITH OUTDOOR OUTLET s #ENTRAL LOCATION 0LEASE RESPECTFULLY NO PETS NO SMOKERS Campbell View & Campbell Place, Robert Street, Arnprior

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Beautiful three bedroom home with in ground pool in quiet residential area of Perth, walking distance to downtown. $279,000.00. Contact David at 613-769-7577.

Brockville- 3,000 sq ft fieldstone home on 1 acre lot.

Built by contractor for own use, quality construction. $450,000.

Info/viewing (613)342-7371.

Building Lot, Village of Franktown. 3/4 acre. 205â&#x20AC;&#x2122; foot frontage.

Culvert entrance in. Hydro. 2011 Survey. 45K.

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IN MEMORIUM

Kemptville Waterfront, 75â&#x20AC;&#x2122; permanent dock, 4 bedroom brick house, town services, new heat pump, oil furnace, gas fireplace. $399,900. (613)258-2481 rainacr@sympatico.ca Modular home. 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x51â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 2 bedrooms, 5 appliances. Good condition. Must be moved. Asking $55,000. 613-256-4097.

Restored stone house on 2-1/2 acres. See propertyguys.com #159786.

Open house April 7, 2-4 p.m.

APARTMENTS IN SECURE BUILDING

TENDER PACKAGES can be obtained from the Arnprior Town Hall located at 105 Elgin Street West, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday from March 22nd, 2012 to April 11th, 2012.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

613-591-9977

HUNTING SUPPLIES

GUN & SPORTSMAN SHOW

TENDERS

COMING MARRIAGE

PERSONAL TRUE Advice! TRUE Clarity! TRUE Psychics! 1-877-3423032 or 1-900-528-6256 or Mobile #3563 (18+) 3.19/min. www.truepsychics.ca

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VACATIONS & COTTAGES

VEHICLES

WORK WANTED

Mazda3 Touring Edition, Grey, one owner, no accidents, 17â&#x20AC;?

Alloy Rims, Winter Tires & Rims, Sunroof, XM Receiver, AUX Audio, A/C, ABS, $10,500.

(613)913-2569.

Come home to a clean home!

Bi-weekly, weekly, monthly cleaning. References available.

Satisfaction guaranteed. Ottawa, Kanata, Carleton Place, Almonte, Carp. Tiffany 613-4350328 or Wendy 613-461-0035.

WEDDING WEDDINGS, BAPTISMS & Funerals, location of your choice.

Also available small weddings, my home, weekdays. The Rev. Alan Gallichan. 613-726-0400.

WORK WANTED Certified Mason. 10 years experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone.

Small/big job specialist. Free estimates. 613-250-0290.

Experienced housecleaning service, very professional and reliable. Free estimates. Call Alissa (613)866-1166.

SEND A LOAD to the dump, cheap. Clean up clutter, garage sale leftovers or leaf and yard waste. 613-256-4613 Spring is finally here. Time to look at our home outside. Years of Experience with foundations, parging, steps, pointing, brick or stone. For free estimate leave message at 613-435-3069.

ALL U CAN EAT Breakfast Fri, Sat & Sun

$9.99 5-10 y/o $4.99 4-under FREE

REAL ESTATE SERVICES ESTATE SALE Lifelease apt., Harmer House.

60+ seniors bldg., Bellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corners. Bright, quiet 2 bdrm/1.5 bath corner suite. S/W exposure, top floor, concrete bldg.

New appliances, paint, carpet, windows. Large living/dining room, eat-in kitchen, W/D, A/C, ample storage. Monthly fee. $154,900. (Motivated sellers) Call Jody Lavoie, Royal Lepage Team Realty, 613-216-6070

Egg Hunt & Prizes April 6, 7 & 8 Egg Hunt & Wagon ride $13.99 includes 1 Adult and a Child 10 & under.

Pony Rides $4.99

IN MEMORIUM

MacHardy, Donald James In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather & great grandfather, who passed away March 31, 1997.

FORTHCOMING MARRIAGE We are very excited to announce the forthcoming marriage of Rianne Sullivan, daughter of Ron and Barb Morrow and Terry Sullivan to Brad Macdonald, son of Doug and Judy Macdonald. Wedding to take place July 7, 2012, at Asbury Free Methodist Church, Perth, ON. With love and congratulations from your families

Love Helen & Family

Assortment of used tires, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16.5. Sum-mers, all-season and snows. Also used car parts. Gord 613-257-2498.

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Quiet adult campground near Merrickville on Rideau River. Big lots. All services. Good fishing.

Season $1150. 613-269-4664.

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Redeem this coupon at the Kanata Kourier-Standard OfďŹ ce Attention: ClassiďŹ ed Department 80 Colonnade Rd N. Nepean, ON K2E7L2 Ph:(613) 224-3330 Fax: (613) 224-2265

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Time & years roll quickly by, But love & memories will never die.

31 FOOT Park Model, sleeps 4, full stand up shower. Specially built trailer, call for details. Very nice landscaped lot with decks, Must see in person. Will not last long at this price. $19,900 firm. Can be seen at Reidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lake Campground, Renfrew.

613-851-2865

More info at:

www.smithsvalestables.ca 3664 Carling Ave, 2km West of Moodie Dr.

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Renfrew. 613-851-2865

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The Ottawa Senatorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; surprising rise to playoff contention has been a hit with television viewers.

Fans are tuning into the team in record numbers on Sportsnet East, the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s regional rights holder since the network launched in 1998. Through games played March 23, Senators telecasts were attracting an average per-minute audience of 196,200 per night, an increase of 24 per cent over the 2010-11 campaign. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re approaching 200,000 viewers per broadcast and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the highest our Senators numbers have ever been,â&#x20AC;? said Rob Corte, the networkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vice-president of production. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very pleased and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s indicative of how the team is (playing) and how the marketplace feels about the team.â&#x20AC;?

Indeed, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no coincidence that the significant rise in interest in Senators TV broadcasts falls in line with the growing enthusiasm about a team that, in a lot of eyes, wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expected to contend for a playoff position in what had been deemed to be a rebuilding season.

However, with less than two weeks left in the regular schedule, Ottawa holds down seventh place in the

Chris neil and the ottawa Senators have been attracting record tv audience numbers this season for their regional telecasts that have been airing on Sportsnet East (Photo by Eliot J. Schechter/NHLI via Getty Images)

Eastern Conference and is moving closer to nailing down a post-season berth. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t high expectations (for the Senators) coming into the season,â&#x20AC;? said Corte, a former producer of Sens games on Sportsnet. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They had a young team and were relatively inexperienced, but the team has performed well, the veterans have had strong comeback years and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been surprise

BoSton BruinS Thursday, April 5, 7:30 p.m., Sportsnet East The defending Stanley Cup champions have begun to regain their old form in recent games, showing theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re again one of the teams to beat heading into the 2011-12 postseason. The Bruinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; biggest breakout player of the campaign has been second-year forward Tyler Seguin, whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s emerged as a prime leader of the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attack. Patrice Bergeron rates as one of the NHLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top twoway threats, while Milan Lucic and Brad Marchand are physical forces who also produce plenty of offence.

Zdeno Chara is still one of the leagueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most feared blueliners as well as being a top Norris Trophy candidate. With Tuukka Rask sidelined by injury, the majority of the goaltending load falls on the capable shoulders of Tim Thomas, last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playoff MVP.

With the playoffs approaching, the Boston Bruins continue to lean heavily on the play of goaltender tim thomass (Photo by Eliot J. Schechter/ NHLI via Getty Images).

performances by some of the younger players. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s related to success and a current playoff spot.

That has translated into some strong ratings ...

Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re an exciting team and you want to watch the games. Clearly, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what viewers are doing now.â&#x20AC;?

The ratings surge began in the early months of the season and continued to grow. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Traditionally, the

numbers always start off strong,â&#x20AC;? said Corte. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that hope at the start of the season, that hockeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s back, and then, depending on how the team does, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll go up or down. In Ottawa, it started strong. It significantly and steadily climbed through the first months of the season and it stayed there.

Now the numbers have been consistently good all year.â&#x20AC;?

At least two Senators telecasts on Sportsnet have cracked the 300,000 mark this season â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a Nov. 4 matchup with the Montreal Canadiens (327,400) and a Jan. 17 contest against the Toronto Maple Leafs (334,800). The average overall reach during a game, or total viewership, has swelled to 750,000.

As well, the Senators are starting to reap full benefits of the Portable People Meter (PPM) ratings

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Kiwanis Idol: June 30, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.CapitalTickets.ca, by phone at 613-599-FANS (3267) or 1-877-788-FANS (3267); in person at The Sens Store at Carlingwood Mall and Place dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;OrlĂŠans, any Ottawa Sports Experts location, Les Galeries de Hull and at the Scotiabank Place box office.

system, which is designed to provide a more accurate method of audience measurement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been trending up for several years and the addition of PPMs has certainly made for more accurate audience reporting,â&#x20AC;? said Jim Steel, the Senatorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; vicepresident of broadcasting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The exciting team is also contributing to (the ratings increase) as well.â&#x20AC;?

This season has also seen the introduction of a 30-minute pre-game show leading into Sportsnet telecasts, which Corte believes can help get fans revved up for the games. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The pre-game show has been a pleasant surprise ... the numbers have been tremendous,â&#x20AC;? said Corte. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve far exceeded what our expectations would have been. There is a desire and craving for Ottawa Senators coverage in the marketplace and this speaks to it right there.

(The pre-game show) just gives viewers another place at a different time to get Senators information. It builds anticipation and gets the story lines flowing leading into the broadcast and then it just carries through (to the games).â&#x20AC;?

Sportsnet East and Sportsnet One will carry a combined 52 games this season to the Senators broadcast territory, which covers a region extending east from Peterborough, Ont., and also includes parts of Northern Ontario, Quebec and the Atlantic provinces.

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    Local events and happenings over the coming weeks — free to non-profit organizations Fax: 613-224-3330, E-mail: news@yourkanata.com Rain barrels: The 1st Kanata Scouts are selling rain barrels in support of the group’s arctic expedition this year. Rain barrels are $55 each and can be ordered online at www.RainBarrel. ca/1stKanataScouts. Pickup will be April 21, between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the Beaverbrook Mall parking lot, 2 Beaverbrook Dr. Visit the website for more information, or call Peter Dodsworth at 613-592-4066.

Summer Fun: Registration open for the Richmond Cooperative Nursery School. We run a summer program, three mornings a week, in July and August for children aged 2.5 to 5 years old. Visit www.

rcns.ca or call 613-838-2575 for more information. Registration for our toddler and preschool program in the fall is now taking place: but hurry, spaces fill up quickly.

Easter Services: Community Bible Church commemorates Easter on Thursday, April 5, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 8, at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Please join us as we celebrate the holiest time of the Christian calendar. Thursday’s service will focus on “Who’s in Control” by taking a look at Judas while Sunday will introduce a new sermon series called “It’s Personal.”

Check us out online at www. cbcstittsville.com or 613-8362606 for location informa-

tion.

Easter Services: at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 110 McCurdy Dr. - please join us as we celebrate this most special time. On April 6, 7:30 p.m., the Good Friday Service features the Trinity choir performing the cantata, “Behold!

God’s Holy Lamb,” a musical presentation that is appropriate as we share in the darkness of this sorrowful day.

Then, Trinity celebrates the excitement of Easter Sunday with three worship services.

The Sunrise Communion Service which starts at 7 a.m., will take place outdoors at the site of our future new church, 1817 Richardson Side Rd. and the corner of Huntmar Road.

The Sunrise Service will be followed by a potluck breakfast and fellowship at Trinity, 110 McCurdy Dr., 7:45 a.m.

Our regular worship services at 9 & 11 will be an Easter celebration featuring the Trinity Choir. Everyone is invited to join us in giving thanks for the ultimate sacrifice of Christ our Saviour and celebrating the new life that sacrifice offers. For additional information call 613-836-1429 or see www.trinitykanata.ca.

Gala Celebration: Dinner/Dance/Silent Auction.

April 28, 5 p.m. till late, at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #638, 70 Hines Rd., Kanata. Come and join us for an evening of good food and good company. Monies raised will go toward upgrading the legion building and premises.

Tickets are $35 (includes dinner catered by Leatherworks) and dancing to the live band “Revolver” (www.revolverband.org). For further details check our website www. kanata.638.ca. Reservations must be made by April 14. To reserve please call Betty Ann Pollock, 613-836-2530.

April: Rideau Trail Association, come hike with us.

Upcoming Tuesday evening urban walks: April 3: Hog’s Back and Vincent Massey Park; April 10: Trim Road Beach; April 17: Centrepointe to Bruce Pit; April 24: Rideau Locks from Tunneys Pasture.

Wednesday Walkers meet every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. for impromptu hikes in Gatineau Park. For more information: rideautrail.org or contact Rob 613-254-5968 and leave a message.

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There is an unfailing source that can be ours. Come and listen how. All ages welcome!

From 4-5 p.m. at the Ottawa Waldorf School, 1 Goulbourn, Stittsville. No contribution nor participation required or solicited. For more information, write us: bible2010@hotmail. ca or call 613-371-2922.

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April 5-7: Kanata Theatre presents Friends, With Benefits by Kate Horzempa & L.E.Hines, directed by Brett Kelly. It was “friends at first sight” for Ben and Lily. Can they hold off meddling friends and family long enough to realize their true feelings? Kanata Theatre, Box Office 613831-4435. Curtain 8 p.m.

April 7: Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem will be performed at St. John’s Anglican Church, South March, 325 Sandhill Rd., Kanata at 7:30 p.m. This beautiful church, built in 1839 and now a heritage site, offers a uniquely intimate setting

for this well-loved masterpiece. The choir will present this work with soloists and a 10-piece orchestra to mark Easter Saturday, as part of the Lenten Music Series in the Parish of March. Tickets are $20 ($10 for ages 8-18) and can be reserved by calling 613-592-4747. All are welcome! www.parishofmarch. ca.

April 7: With Easter just around the corner, Carp farmers, cooks and crafters, are getting into high gear for Carp Farmers’ annual Easter market on Saturday, April 7. Opening promptly at 8 a.m. and running until 2 p.m., this year’s market is offering 45 vendors with a wide selection of premium products to make your holiday weekend one that carries a truly local signature.

April 10: The Probus Club of Western Ottawa meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 33 Leacock Drive Kanata at 10 a.m. for coffee followed by a guest speaker.

On Tuesday, April 10, the Hon. Bill Romkey (retired Senator) will speak on “Is the Senate of Canada Relevant Today?” The Probus Club is for retired and semi-retired men and women who appreciate and value opportunities to meet others with similar levels of interest. For further information call Pat Thompson at 613-591-1390.

April 11: The plans for the new recreation complex will be unveiled at the next meeting of the March Rural Community Association. We will have a presentation with site plans, photos and floor plan designs. We will also be discussing the NCC plan to extend the Greenbelt north from the Connaught Range to Constance Lake. At our last meeting we discussed concerns about blasting at a new estate subdivision development on Dunrobin Road. We will provide an update about this issue. Everyone is welcome to join us at 7:30 p.m. at the Old March Town Hall, 821 March Road.

April 14: Euchre – sponsored by the Kanata-Hazeldean Lion’s Club at Lion Dick Brule Community Centre, 170 Castlefrank Rd. Kanata. Time; 7:30 p.m. Cost $10. Cash prizes, light lunch, bar. All welcome. For information call 613-863-2657.

April 14: The Rideau Valley Home Educators’ Association presents its 22nd Annual Home Educators’ Conference from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Kanata Baptist Church (465 Hazeldean Road, Kanata). Seminars will be presented all day on a wide variety of topics.

The conference also includes

a large vendor hall of home school resources. For registration forms and more information, visit http://www.rvhea. org/index.php/conferencemainmenu-43.

April 14: Mom to Mom Sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Almonte Civitan Hall, admission $2, strollers welcome after 10 a.m. www.almontenurseryschool.ca.

April 14: A used tack sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Richmond Fairgrounds, Dining Hall. Consignment and new items are welcome, or just come to shop. Supports local riders.

Contact: pivotalcreative@ sympatico.ca for more information.

Thursdays: The Toastmasters Club meets every Thursday evening at 6:45 p.m. at 4026 Richmond Rd., Bells Corners Legion. For more information, visit www.toastmasters.ca Food drive: The Canadian Federation of University Women of Kanata invites the public to participate in its annual food drive for the Kanata Food Cupboard. Donations of dry food items will be collected at the Stonehaven Manor, 70 Stonehaven Dr. until Easter weekend. All items will be turned into Inukshuks on April 11, on display at the Stonehave Manor meeting hall at 7 p.m. All boxes of food will be donated to the Kanata Food Cupboard to help families in our community. Contact Joy Forbes, President at joy.forbes@sympatico.ca for more details.

Fundraiser: The Canadian Federation of University Women of Kanata invites the public to join efforts with all CFUW members across Canada to share a loonie on Mother’s Day to help women in Zambia. The CFUW National President Brenda Wallace would like Canadian women to think of our “sisters” in Africa. CFUW/Kanata will be collecting funds at our April and May general meetings, held the second Wednesday of the month at Stonehaven Manor at 7 p.m.

Contact Joy Forbes, President, joy.forbes@sympatico. ca for more information.

Scholarships: CFUW/Kanata will continue its annual tradition of $1,000 scholarships to seven local female high school students to assist them in their endeavours to further their education. All potential candidates should contact their local high school guidance councillors for guidelines and procedures.

Awards are handed out at graduation in June.

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 ARIES - Mar 20 The best will be in store for you Patience is a21/Apr virtue, Aries.

Aries, wondering if you are chance up to the laterothers in theare week.

There’s not much for challenge adventure of doing something different and pick out of comfort zone.

Monday or Tuesday, but things up your on Wednesday.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct Libra, start thinking about23curbing your spending. Your Libra, sometimes you want playmake the role of the savior. finances are in trouble if youtodon’t some changes.

While efforts are generous, will accept More isyour going out than is coming not into everyone your accounts.

TAURUS- Apr – Apr21/May 21/May 2121 TAURUS Taurus, a good nightinisainconflict store this week.

The brings Taurus, butting heads is easy, but it’snight not so rewards you didslide not expect.

Working hard yields easy to let things like water off a duck’s back.more You will than financial success. earn greater respect for being nonconfrontational.

SCORPIO –-Oct 22 22 SCORPIO Oct24/Nov 24/Nov Scorpio, much you can donot about the current Pick yourthere’s battles,not Scorpio, because everything will situation. Complaining about things anything, necessarily go your way.

There is nowon’t pointsolve in creating extra so whyand waste Better news is on the horizon. stress griefthe forbreath? yourself.

GEMINI - May 21 GEMINI – May22/Jun 22/Jun 21 Gemini, workinstincts, on rebuilding a relationship thatseems may once Trust your Gemini.

Someone who like they have taken backseat to more pressing never have youra best interests at heart reallymatters. may haveYou ulterior know when you need to call in a favor. motives. Heed Capricorn’s sage advice.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 21 Sagittarius, relax and open up to the Too ones you projects love. You You’re in over your head, Sagittarius. many may be surprised just how and liberating and not enough helpers canfulfilling leave you feeling over-this can feel, especially when youtodotackle it frequently. whelmed.

You may want one thing at a time.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 CANCER Jun 22/Jul 22 appears once you set your mind Cancer, your– stubbornness Cancer, youand mayget feeltolike onlyThis onecan keeping to something theyou’re task atthe hand. havethe its sinking.

However, this is not the case. Behindprosship andfrom cons, especially at work. the-scenes work is taking place, too.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo,LEO you– Jul have exerted 23/Aug 23 all your energy and now you’re looking lessenasthe workload.

Now could be the to Leo, ittoseems if drama is always following you.time That’s delegate some your others. because you of tend to responsibilities be the life of thetoparty or prefer all eyes -beAug on you.

Think about VIRGO 24/Sept 22 being less conspicuous.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 CAPRICORN – Dec Capricorn, lean on 22/Jan friends 20 and family when a difficult Capricorn,presents new beginnings have arrived and situation itself. Not everything has you’re to be aexcited secret about all ofyou thecan prospects.

Others may share your joy but this week; use some support. not to the extent that you do.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, to see everything in black and white in the AQUARIUSexpect – Jan 21/Feb 18 days ahead. is alright, just avoid taking perspective Aquarius, it’sThis alright to be cautious with yourthis decisions, but to the extreme. haveyou’re to have taking much tooSometimes long could you indicate notfaith. ready for a change. -Soon spouse or20 partner will grow impatient.

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9. Penetrable 10. To be in store for 11. People of ancient Media 12. A way to work the soil 13. Air-launched missile 21. 1/1000 of an inch 22. ___ Mater, one’s school 25. Old English poet or bard 26. Persian wheel used to raise water 27. Spirit in “The Tempest” 28. Drag, cart or haul

39. Jack of little fat 41. Apple or lemon meringue 42. Actress Zellwegger 43. At this place 44. Remunerations 46. Removes writing 48. Fit out a ship with sails, etc.

49. Elinor __, British novelist 50. M. Ali’s famous boast 57. Damascus is the capital 58. Worldly rather than spiritual 59. Winglike structures 60. Indicating silence 61. Myanmar monetary unit 62. 100 = 1 tala 63. Translucent, greenish variety of chalcedony 64. Impudence 65. Netherlands river

the way they live their lives. Remember, no one is perfect — including you. Keep an open mind.

Pisces, things are changing all around you and you’ll get PISCES – Febif 19/Mar 20make some attempts to catch up. left behind you don’t

It’s hard to accept help sometimes, Pisces. But help is what you need right now. Accept it with open arms.

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29. If not; otherwise 30. Coverings for wheels 31. Having cognizance 32. Lugs 34. Sheet of glass in a window 37. Cause annoyance in 38. Sound of a horse 40. Apparition 45. Military land forces 46. Selects by votes 47. A shag rug made in Sweden 49. Anchovy pear tree 50. 8th Jewish calendar month 51. Blood clams genus 52. Benevolent and Protective Order of ____ 53. Birthplace of Buddhism Bodh ____ 54. Ancient Greek City aka Velia 55. Capital of Yemen 56. Golf ball pegs 57. Engine additive

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