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SUCCESSFUL SUPPER Volunteer John Yemen (above) of Renfrew was among those serving tea at Mount St. Patrick’s Catholic Church annual supper Sunday.

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TASTE OF THE VALLEY Christine Hartman of Aqua Flora Fantasys shares conversation with customers during Saturday’s Taste of the Valley in the Renfrew Armouries. The inaugural Taste of the Valley in Renfrew, but 13th in the county, was a huge success. For details, see story inside.

A Saturday-afternoon collision involving an ambulance resulted in the death of two occupants in a second vehicle also travelling on Calabogie Road.

The incident happened about 4:30 p.m. between Burnstown and Calabogie, on Calabogie Road (County Road 508). The road was wet at the time of the accident.

Traffic was rerouted for about 11 hours at Calabogie and Murphy roads, up to Ashdad Road, along Brydges Road and back to Calabogie Road.

The OPP’s investigation indicates a 1999 red Acura Integra travelling south on Calabogie Road lost control and entered the path of the 2009 Ford ambulance travelling north. Both occupants of the Acura were pronounced dead at the scene by other paramedics who responded to the call.

The driver of the car was Mitch Albert, 25, of Ottawa. His passenger was Lynsey Marie Coté, 27, of Beckwith.

The paramedics involved in the accident were Wendell Croken, 65, of Arnprior and Kristy Smaggus, 27, of Arnprior.

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Ambulance Continued from front Both suffered minor injuries and were transported by ambulance to Renfrew Victoria Hospital after they were treated by other paramedics responding to the call.

The injured paramedics were not responding to a call, and did not have any patients on board at the time.

Const. Kerlous Tawdrous is leading the investigation, with assistance from OPP technical traffic collision investigators.

Charges are not expected.

The crash occurred on a deceptive curve, on the hill near Norway Lake Road.

There have been several near collisions in that area.

The local OPP frequently warn motorists that after several days of dry, warm weather, rain is likely to make paved roads extra slippery because of oil slicks that form.

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SHERRY HAAIMA

The debate was mainly friendly and a modest-sized crowd turned out when three Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke provincial candidates met in Arnprior last week at an event hosted by the Greater Arnprior Chamber of Commerce.

Provincial Conservative MPP John Yakabuski, Liberal John O’Leary and the New Democratic Party’s Brian Dougherty answered written questions from the audience on a variety of topics that ranged from the highway to our aging population.

Moderator Jason Marshall of Metroland Media posed the questions to the candidates at the event at Arnprior District High School Sept. 22.

“Should the focus on four-laning Highway 17 up the Ottawa Valley continue, or should we be focusing on less gas guzzling ways to get around?” he asked the candidates.

When he first came to Arnprior to meet his in-laws, Brian Dougherty heard it referred to as the ‘highway of death’, so Dougherty said he was pleased with the ongoing expansion.

More needs to be done to improve transportation options, though, he said.

The riding is vast and large and trains would be a great option for freight and commuter trains, he said.

There’s nothing to be done about what’s already been pulled of the CN line, so it’s time to look ahead.

“I just want to make sure that what remains of these tracks are put to good use,” he said, noting snowmobile, crosscountry ski and hiking trails are popular features on former rail lines.

Yakabuski gave the county credit for their partnership in kicking in gear the expansion of Highway 17.

“We’ve certainly been pushing it,” he

Liberal candidate John O’Leary, from right, Conservative incumbent John Yakabuski, and NDP’s Brian Dougherty address the crowd at the Sept. 22 all candidates meeting. said, noting the $65-million project will be completed next year.

When the government decided they would not purchase the CPR line, Yakabuski told the federal government officals the next phase of the highway must be a priority.

“It makes no sense whatsoever to stop at Arnprior,” said Yakabuski. “There can’t be that many unseemly delays. This project must continue,” he said.

In terms of the CN line, Yakabuski said he tried up to the last minute to have the pulling of the tracks delayed.

“At the end of the day, the federal government chose not to, the provincial government chose not to,” he said.

O’Leary said the government’s commitment to Highway 17 improvements is evidenced in the expansion.

“You don’t have to spend a lot of time on Highway 17 to see a lot of significant improvements that are going on right up and down the highway,” he said. The government does all it can to ensure the highway is safe.”

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He noted the Liberals have a new multiyear infrastructure plan, one of the largest planned investments in infrastructure history.

All candidates felt small business needs to be supported by government.

“The reality is small business counts for 90 per cent of jobs created,” said Yakabuski. “We will be the best partner that small business ever had.”

The Liberals will continue to support small business with programs and tax reforms.

“It’s not government or business, it’s all of us together my friend,” said O’Leary.

The NDP plan will make it easier for small business owners right away by lowering small business tax and offering incentives for new jobs created.

“Ontario is a have-not province,” said Dougherty. “A province that is so rich in natural resources is a have-not province, it doesn’t make sense.”

What would candidates do to support rural ridings like RNP? The NDP is a strong supporter of the

people in rural areas.

“The NDP supports rural ridings very well,” said Dougherty, committing to having a strong voice at Queen’s Park.

Yakabuski has been doing it all along, he said.

“What would I do? I’ve been doing it,” said Yakabuski. He meets regularly with ministers to ensure Renfrew-NipissingPembroke gets it fair share.

“I’ve been here to go over the projects and make sure we’re not being left behind,” he said. “That’s why you have to have the best person possible to represent you.”

O’Leary said his rural roots, life in an urban setting and experience working for the senior level of government offers a unique perspective. “I have seen the importance of making sure that polices and programs aren’t just Toronto-centric,” he said. “I can bridge that rural-urban divide in a way that others can’t,” he said.

In closing, the candidates thanked debate organizers, those in attendance and the media for the debate.

“I think that the Liberal party has the right plan for the right time and together we can continue to build Renfrew County into one of the best places in Ontario to live,” said O’Leary.

“I have been tremendously proud to be your MPP for eight years,” said Yakabuski. “It’s never been more important to have a strong representative in RenfrewNipissing-Pembroke.”

Dougherty said he and his wife had options but they chose the Valley because it was where they wanted to live. He’s committed to working to improve life for people in the riding. “I think the NDP are the best option, not just for this riding, but for Ontario,” he said.

Long-term health care, seniors and education were also among the evening’s topics.

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Owners Sally and Ray Cook on the final Sunday of their 23-year voyage directing the Goshen Flea Market, in front of the red building. Mercury photos by Steve Newman

Larry Vincent gives a great big hug to fellow vendors Suzanne Dagenais, left, and Louise Brisebois. Mercury photos by Steve Newman

Goodbye to Goshen Flea Market after 23 years STEVE NEWMAN

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Johnny Cash music is playing in the red building, while on the nearby pond a statue of a young fisherman sits below a bird house soaking in the warm autumn sunshine.

It’s a tranquil Sunday afternoon, but an emotional one too, on this final day in a 23-year history of the Goshen Flea Market.

Everyone who talks about the end of the market talks about “the people.” They’ll miss the people most − the camaraderie, conversations, and connections to the people in communities near and far each Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., May through September.

Sally and Ray Cook are calling it a day, after closing down their previous business, a farming operation, and using one of the old barn buildings to house several vendors.

The next door building, sporting a Texaco sign on the outdoor wall, was the other main building for the 15 or so vendors.

“We had fun,” said vendor Louise Brisebois of Aylmer, Que., after spending about 18 years at

the market.

“Oh, I’m sad. I’m going to miss the place because I met a lot of different people, and it’s a friendly place.”

One of the nice touches over the years was the popular obituary board, or wall of remembrance, with clippings or stories about people connected to the market.

Local vendor Larry Vincent also has fond memories of the flea market. After 16 years there, he says he’ll miss “the people, my friends,” and selling everything from barbed wire (to one customer) to books, cameras, dishes and toys.

Customer Anita Lyons, who lives on nearby Stewartville Road, said she’s disappointed to lose the Sunday visits to shop for old vintage cans, cooking crocks and antiques.

“It was nice to come over on a Sunday morning,” she said.

“There was always a good mix of things I was looking for, and way more reasonable (prices than elsewhere).”

It’s difficult to say goodbye, but also the right time, says co-owner Sally Cook.

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ning the market, she said it will be nice to have a Sunday off.

And besides, she added, there wasn’t enough money in it to leave the business to their children. And it was more work after her husband, Ray, suffered a stroke a little over a decade ago.

Eve Yantha, a former vendor and neighbour, says the Cooks managed to keep the market going “amidst adversity that would make many people give up. Sally

and Ray have toured the Valley on Saturdays to find treasures to sell on the Sunday.”

Vendor Bernice Latreille of Cobden presented a farewell thank-you card to the owners with signatures from several vendors.

Inside the card was Latreille’s six-stanza poem that included references to the Cooks’ dog and market mascot, Cuddles, as well as to the owners’ three adult chil-

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Her poem closes by saying: We thank you Ray and Sally for wonderful years We’ll try to depart without too many tears.

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DEREK DUNN

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Two candidates were missing from a Renfrew all-candidates’ debate, but only one earned the ire of organizers.

Renfrew Collegiate Institute (RCI) teacher and union representative Jeff Barber, who mediated the Sept. 21 debate in the school gym, accepted that Green party candidate Kyle Jones was sick. Barber said he was “disappointed” with PC incumbent John Yakabuski’s response that he won’t attend one-issue debates.

Barber said it was explained to Yakabuski that the first 10 questions were on education, but that the floor would be opened to audience questions after that.

He also noted that Yakabuski attended an agriculture-focused debate in Cobden.

“I teach history and civics and I tell my students you vote based on the party, the leader, but most importantly on the local candidate,” Barber said. “Unless we hear from all of them – how do we know what we are getting?”

About 45 people showed up for the evening event, including New Democrat Brian Dougherty, Liberal John O’Leary, and Confederation of Regions candidate Murray Reid. The seating arrangement, with Dougherty on the left, O’Leary in the centre, and Reid on the right became an analogy for where each stood in the issues.

A question on standardized testing led the NDP candidate to say resources are now diverted to focus on testing. He wants to empower teachers to guide students and move to a “random sampling” of all grades.

O’Leary, who is the governing Liberals senior advisor on education matters, called it an “important tool” that parents support. Core learning requirements have gone up under his party, he added, but expanding standardized testing is not under consideration.

Reid, a baby boomer, often referenced his time in school. That was when kids learned to read and write “not like a lot of kids today.” He said in the 1960s, students were frequently tested and that it prepares them for the workforce.

On the funding formula, based on student enrolment numbers that many see as negatively impacting small rural schools, the Liberal candidate said “schools have never been better supported” and that a new grant is coming to keep smaller local schools open. O’Leary pointed to the Mike Harris common sense book that said edu-

cation would be cut by 20 per cent without affecting health care or law-and-order funding.

Reid said newcomers in Toronto should learn Canadian culture and English.

Dougherty said the NDP would re-evaluate the funding formula, which bases its numbers on 1997 levels. It doesn’t account for the rise in special needs students.

Capping class sizes was a question that night and many years ago, Reid said. He said it has “never worked out” and must be a product of new math or algebra.

The Liberal candidate championed the program and said one-on-one time with a teacher is crucial.

Dougherty said the smaller class sizes are good, but more teachers for special needs and language-challenged students are needed.

O’Leary mentioned on a few occasions that the NDP doesn’t have education facts and figures in its platform. Dougherty said the leader will unveil the rest of the platform, just as leaders of other parties will do with theirs.

On increasing the number of specialist teachers in areas such as art, music and drama, Dougherty answered yes; Reid said teachers used to do extras for free; and O’Leary lamented losses during the Harris years but pointed to “student success teachers” who seek out struggling students as specialists.

On fundraising fees, O’Leary said bake sales and more are good – but that schools shouldn’t raise money for the basics. The NDP pledges to spend $20 million to displace money that parent councils raise, and $20 million for school trips, events and other activities. Reid said many trips are too lavish for low-income families.

Dougherty pressed the Liberal candidate to explain why schools have fees when the education act says they shouldn’t.

O’Leary said there are no fees related to basics such as textbooks.

On full-day kindergarten, O’Leary said the program saves parents up to $6,500 annually, and should be in all schools by 2014. He said the PCs are promising the same, but “with changes.” He wondered if those changes mean without teachers or with fees. He also noted the PCs opposed the program. “I don’t have a lot of faith it will be there,” he said.

Reid said he wasn’t damaged by not going to kindergarten.

Dougherty said the program works, but there should be adequate stabilization funding for private daycares.

On reducing bullying and cyber-bullying, Reid said “take away cellphones” and that students should take a course on “how to get along.” Dougherty said anti-bullying should be taught earlier on.

O’Leary said the PCs voted against substantial measures to punish bullies, including expulsion and mandatory reporting to police in cases of serious violence.

When the topic of special needs kids came up, Dougherty said 30,000 students are waiting for services, and the NDP will increase funding for mental health.

O’Leary said the Liberals made it easier for therapists to get into classrooms. Reid said education should be paid for through income tax, not property tax.

A questioner asked about job creation.

Reid said shortening the years for apprenticeships in the trades will help.

Dougherty said his party’s Buy Ontario, Buy Local policy will boost resource jobs by forcing value-added work to be done in the province, and farmers will benefit because every public building will have to offer Canadian food. O’Leary said his party is cutting taxes and red tape, keeping the Eastern Ontario Development Fund, but that one of the best ways to create jobs is to fund education.

On improving health care, Reid suggested diverting money from French immersion to hiring more doctors. O’Leary said the Liberals have invested in many

parts of the province after the PCs closed hospitals and reduced physician training numbers at universities.

“Why elsewhere and not here,” he asked. “As your member I will work hard for health care funding to Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke.”

The NDP candidate reminded voters who brought universal health care to Canada, and that his party would “eliminate” student debt for doctors who work in rural areas. The party would also cut back on exorbitant hospital CEO salaries.

“We will remind these people why they are doing their jobs,” Dougherty said, “not for the pay cheque, for the patients.”

On student debt, which is the highest in Canada, O’Leary said the Liberals have reduced the number of students forced to pay off their debts to the point that Ontario might not have the highest numbers in the country. Reid said students shouldn’t take easy courses “that go nowhere.” The NDP will freeze tuition for at least four years and take the provincial interest off loans.

O’Leary said NDP plans aren’t realistic.

Dougherty shot back, saying his party will tax corporations the same amount they paid last year, but that small businesses will be rewarded for hiring people.

Both O’Leary and Dougherty expressed disappointment that the middle right seat was empty. It was to be Yakabuski’s.

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Renfrew County’s new Queen of the Furrow sees her role as spreading awareness about the importance of farming.

Charlotte Mackay was crowned at the Renfrew County Plowing Match Sept. 17, taking over from Juletta Cull.

The contest is sponsored by the Renfrew County Plowmen’s Association.

Mackay is no stranger to farming, having grown up on Morningside Farms, a sheep farm in Beachburg. She has also worked on a dairy farm.

After finishing a final year at Fellowes High School this year, she plans on attending the University of Guelph to take agricultural sciences.

She ran for Queen of the Furrow because “I wanted to have the experience. I like to meet people and talk to them about farming,” she said.

She said Cull helped persuade her to seek the post.

“It was a great experience,” said Cull.

“It gave me a lot of new opportunities. I met so many different people … and learned new ways

to do things.”

Cull is taking business administration (human resources) at St. Lawrence College in Kingston.

Meanwhile, plowing match hosts Ron and Shirley Kasaboski of Rocky Ridge Farms on the Queen’s Line in Whitewater Region said they were pleased they had taken on the challenge. “It was more than I expected,” said Shirley.

“The weather was perfect and the crowds (estimated 1,200 to 1,300) unbelievable.”

She said people seemed to enjoy the horses and the demonstrations “of how things were done the old-fashioned way.”

Ron said he was particularly pleased to see rural folks mingling with the people from town.

The large number of children attending was also encouraging, he said, adding, “It helps to have them know what farming is all about.”

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

All-candidates forum an idea whose time has come, and gone

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t appears the day of the all-candidates debate is spinning to a close in Renfrew.

This riding has become a prime example of how best-laid plans can run off the rails during an election campaign when well-meaning volunteers invest time and energy to inform voters, but candidates fail to show.

Last week an all-candidates forum was held at Renfrew Collegiate Institute but was sadly lacking when the incumbent Conservative MPP didn’t attend because, as organizers explained, he saw the Renfrew session as a “one-issue” event.

But isn’t every issue equally important at election time?

You often hear candidates say they can’t attend every event. We believe a commitment should be made to attend at least one such event in every major community in the riding.

Cherry-picking events to cater to one’s own constituency makes such community efforts fruitless.

But this isn’t a new approach. Studies in the United States reveal that candidates often have more to gain from a no-show than from facing constituents.

So it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to understand the motive behind such moves.

As a community, Renfrew has seen its share of all-candidate chaos, from outright no-shows to, most recently, MP Cheryl Gallant walking out of a Heritage Radio debate in the spring.

It is, of course, part of the tired, old war-room politics of bygone days. And as long as it keeps working, it will keep happening.

And the voter loses. Or do they?

Years of covering these sessions have convinced many reports they are often all about preaching to the converted.

Most people arrive with a pretty clear idea of where his or her party loyalties lies.

Small-town all-candidate meetings are often more pep rally than rationale debate.

On the bright side, as the old saying goes, this ain’t your daddy’s election. People are growing more savvy about the Internet and a younger generation is choosing fact over cronyism.

There is a special form of respect reserved for anyone willing to face the fire and defend his or her convictions in sometimes-hostile territory.

Like our military who risk life and limb to follow the orders of their political masters, these people understand that there is something bigger than themselves and their ambitions. It’s about defending principles and policies. That is what any election should be about.

It’s not our place to analyze intent, but it is certainly the right of every voter to be informed.

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A shift from rare to commonplace To the editor: Why has suicide gone from rare to virtually commonplace? I believe the answer lies in our culture, in what we teach our children, and in what beliefs and practices we perpetuate.

The most insidious attitude, and the one that has been hyped more and more rabidly over the past few decades, is competition. Competition is now considered the be-all-end-all of life.

But what is competition?

It is a mindset and lifestyle that makes everyone from family members, friends, peers, neighbours, colleagues to total strangers into our rivals—thus ensuring that we are always alone, that we are unable to trust anyone.

The notion that we have to be better than someone else to have any value makes us all enemies. Parents do not teach their children important skills because they do not want those children to exceed the parents’ own achievements.

Children do not talk to or respect parents or other elders because they see them as rivals, as the Top Guns to be dethroned in order for those children to

take their place as adults.

Moreover, the competition creed states that to lose is to be worthless. Yet, the truth is that we cannot always win; there will always be someone somewhere who is better at whatever we’ve based our self-esteem on. And for every winner, there are always lots of losers— lots of people feeling worthless.

The competition creed also implies that imperfection in any form is intolerable—even though no one can ever be perfect. So, lots of people are spending their lives denying their mistakes, pretending never to be wrong, and thus never learning anything and never gaining wisdom or maturity.

Worse, those who have some actual or perceived flaw — such as dyslexia, or a big nose, or no desire to be aggressive or to compete — such people are made to feel they must be perpetual losers, so how can they have the high self-esteem we are all told is the hallmark of the perfect person — the only kind of person considered worthy to exist?

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To the editor: On behalf of the Renfrew branch of the Canadian Cancer Society and the Car Show for Dad Organizing Committee, I would like to say a very large and grateful thank you to the people of Renfrew and the Valley for another very successful show on Sept.17.

Once again we were blessed with absolutely perfect weather and again we surpassed the previous year’s attendance. This year we welcomed 227 entrants from Renfrew, the Ottawa Valley and beyond.

Thank you to our group of volunteers, many who return each year, and some again who helped for the first time this year. Thank you all for your dedication and contribution; the show wouldn’t run so smoothly without your help.

Also, thank you to the many local businesses that support us each year, some who have been with us since the first show in 2005! Thank you to the businesses that contributed to the full page ad in The Renfrew Mercury.

This year we had troops from the First Battalion Royal Canadian Regiment Bravo Company Five Platoon from CFB Petawawa participate with a light armored vehicle. Having the military at our show brings a unique dynamic, and we, as well as many others, appreciate their attendance.

Thank you to our show sponsor, Valley Napa, who have partnered with us for many years, and also to the Renfrew Fair Board for allowing us to host the show each year at the fairgrounds.

Our show continues to grow and become more popular each year. This year we raised $2800.

Thank you to all who have partnered with us. We appreciate your continued support year after year, and humbly realize this would not be possible without all of you.

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thing; yet, they collude with each other against the rest of us.

People who want the rest of us to be constantly at each other’s throats and fighting over the table scraps they occasionally throw our way. People who want us too busy competing with each other and scrambling to make a living to notice that they control the game. People who have all the money and all the power and want to make sure they keep it.

People who have taken away our rights under law, put our economy in the toilet, destroyed our environment, effectively made us into slaves, and turned our future bleak. People who have made more and more of us so desperate and so depressed as to commit suicide.

Who are these people? Look in the mirror. If you aren’t one of those who consider themselves the political and corporate ruling class, you’ve probably been helping them ruin your own life and the lives of others by perpetuating competition.

We are all part of the problem: We have accepted unacceptable attitudes and ideas as gospel.

We have participated, actively or by default, in the steady erosion of our rights and freedoms and economy. We have made a culture in which might is considered right instead of one in which people use might for right. We have created a bleak future for most, and ultimately all, of us.

The ultimate solution is to make our world better for everyone, not just those who have power and privilege. The solution is to stop listening to those who want us to be isolated and vulnerable.

The solution is to take back the concepts of integrity, justice, compassion, and other virtues by which we once lived. The solution is to stop competing and stop living in denial. The solution is to start cooperating toward a better world in which we all prosper and we all have hope.

Yours truly, Michel Gregoire Renfrew

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committee and a Renfrew town councillor, was surprised to learn at Monday’s council meeting that an architect’s review will be required of the museum’s proposed second-storey home in the post office building.

The price tag could be very minimal, or not, said Mayor Bill Ringrose.

This is why, the mayor said a more detailed motion needs to come before Renfrew council next month to determine the financial responsibilities and direction of the proposed facility,

including the costs of an architect’s review.

Council provided seed money of $10,000 to the museum committee earlier this year, but discussion around the council table Monday was divided on whether or not council should also foot the bill for any architect’s fees.

After the town donated $10,000 to the cause, Coun. Tom Anderson said, “I don’t think we have to be on the hook for an additional architectural review …

My cautionary is there could be money to spend up there (on the

second floor) beyond what the NHA-NHL wants to spend.”

Regardless of who pays for the review, Reeve Audrey Green said it should be spent so the town can move another step closer to putting Renfrew on the tourism map.

The Ontario Building Code requires an architect’s review at the museum’s proposed site under its assembly occupancy rules, explained Renfrew director of development and works Mike Asselin.

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Continued from Page 8 Competition breeds an animalistic predator that preys on those who are not equally vicious. That predation occurs in families, in schools, in business — everywhere.

What is the result? Take a good look at our culture, our country, our economy, our world.

What does the average teenager, or anyone else, have to look forward to? A minimum-wage job which amounts to a new form of slavery, or no job at all.

No means to start a business (the latest answer to all ills) without having plenty of money to begin with. No chance to own a home.

Having to raise a family in poverty and constant uncertainty, or to choose not to raise a family at all. Constant exposure to bullying in various forms while what passes for law usually punishes those who fight back instead of the bullies. Politicians, bureaucrats, and various corporate and other lobby groups taking away the few freedoms and opportunities we have left. The constant threat of crime, terrorism and war as hyped by media for their own gain.

Moreover, people have recently been conned into believing it is better to be a semi-literate dullard than to learn anything, thus making it impossible to get that CEO job we have all been told to want. The wealthy are admired, but people who try to better themselves are put down in a widespread return to the archaic, undemocratic and unjust notion that we must all be kept in our “place.” Further, merely talking about values, ethics and morals is quashed by those who have none, and trying to live by virtues such as kindness makes one their target.

And who is pounding into our heads this insane belief in competition?

People who never compete on a level field, but cheat to ensure they win. People who tell us that cooperation is a bad

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Residents of Admaston-Bromley have no appetite for a debate on dissolution of its existing ward system.

Implemented when Admaston and Bromley townships amalgamated, to ensure parity in representation, the system appears to have lost its substance and support.

Only four residents attended Tuesday night’s first of two public meetings on the ward system, this one at the Barr Line Community Hall.

The second meeting will be held Monday, Oct. 3 at the township’s Stone Road office.

Council and staff walked the small gathering through a Power Point presentation outlining the history, pros and cons, and the steps necessary to dissolve the current four-ward arrangement.

Resident Dave Lesaux summarized his opinion succinctly.

“It’s about democracy; getting people to vote and take ownership of the council,” he wrote on one of the comment sheets circulated and collected for consideration when council sits down to make a decision.

“We want more people – not less – to vote, so let’s listen to all candidates and select a team of the best people to run the township,” Lesaux advised.

During the meeting he told council that municipal government “should be your best level of government” and that the ward structure is “out of date,” that the municipality has “out-

grown it and moved far beyond that.”

“I would love to have had four votes,” he said of the last election.

Admaston-Bromley staff and council members agreed there was some confusion and disappointment during November’s municipal election when they realized they had only one vote for councillor, based on ward, and a general vote for the mayor’s position only.

Ward One resident Gerry Rook explained the appeal of a ward system when there’s concern that the far reaches of a broad township may be “forgotten” and people feel they don’t have an equal voice at the council table.

Mayor Raye-Anne Briscoe said there was nothing “cutting edge” on the evening’s agenda and described the ward system as “a subject that has been rolling around at the beginning of every term since.”

She said the ward system played an important role at the start of municipal merger, but the township has come a long way over recent years to meld into one strong community.

“When you go to events now it’s just one big community,” she said.

By the time the next municipal election rolls around in 2014, the ward system would be 14 years old.

The mayor noted that one election year the entire council was acclaimed, and last year one councillor acclaimed.

“In my very limited experi-

ence, and the numbers have been small, when the issue was brought up, they wanted dissolution,” she said. But the vast majority of the people, she admits, said nothing.

Bill McMahon, who lives in Ward Three, suggested there may be some wisdom behind the old adage, if it isn’t broke, why fix it?

“I think it’s working well,” he said of the current system, adding that it’s really up to the people who have been elected to make the final decision.

Another resident, Terry O’Gorman, expressed disappointment at the meeting’s small turnout, while Jennifer Doelman suggested the municipality look at new technologies such as e-mail alerts to reach out to a younger, busy generation of ratepayers.

“It’s not a hot-button issue,” Briscoe said of the ward system, adding that people’s lives are so busy these days and “people are outta gas by 7 p.m.”

“We’re here simply to listen,” she told the handful of residents present. Any change, she added, “is not going to affect your property taxes; it’s not going to improve your roads.”

Coun. Dirk Rook, who was the lone acclaimed councillor in the last election, represents a ward from the former Bromley Township. He said he has heard more votes to keep, rather than end, the ward system, but, “it’s going to boil down to, eventually we’ll have to make that decision.”

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ORAL STORIES Kruzich chose to bring the past to life by recreating it through traditional oral story telling set around a campfire for the first part of her book and adding it with conventional academic research.

Her circle includes descendents of the chiefs, with expanded insight by scholars/academics from the Hudson’s Bay Company, Library and Archives Canada and other institutions.

William Allen, a well-known archeologist in and around Algonquin Provincial Park, reviews the book with this message: “With archival documents and a passion for justice as support, Noreen Kruzich takes us on her personal journey. She embraces traditional circle, story and

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vision to provide a narrative which appeals to mind, heart and soul. By following Chief Constant Pinesì’s moccasin footprint and dip of paddle, and the later journey of his son Kìgònz, Kruzich evokes glimpses of some of the language, history, spirit and defining character of the Algonkin and Nipissing People.

“Along the path she poses penetrating questions which modern society has not yet answered adequately,” Allen said.

Kruzich lived along the Madawaska River near Burnstown, during which she researched and wrote her book.

It is fitting she returns to Calabogie for this book signing, as it is here where Chief Kìgònz spent his last days.

Besides her book signing Oct. 2, at 1 p.m. there will be an opening ceremony for a medicine wheel, led by Skip Ross, elder of the Algonkin people.

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Author Noreen Kruzich will be at the Festival of the Senses in Calabogie on Sunday, Oct. 2 from noon to 4 p.m. to sign her new book.

As part of the Sense of a Native Journey, the location is the Fans of Calabogie Bed & Breakfast, 5174 Calabogie Rd., across from Barnet Park.

The book, The Ancestors are Arranging Things … a journey on the Algonkin Trail, has been nominated for a Governor General’s award by the publisher, Borealis Press of Ottawa.

Published in the summer, it is an historical literary non-fiction. Anyone who has uncovered their Algonkin or Nipissing ancestral roots or is interested in the history of Ottawa Valley will find the author’s journey in this new book a must read.

“I was drawn to write this book after speaking to so many people who were discovering their native ancestral roots, but beyond this I could not believe recorded history had omitted the voices of Algonkin and Nipissing Grand Chiefs, who lived at a time of great change during the height of colonization.

Their names seemed lost to the history books of Canada. I couldn’t let that be,” says author Noreen Kruzich, who researched and wrote the entire book on the traditional territory of the Algonkin and Nipissing.

Those historical

figures are Grand Algonkin Chief, Pierre Louis Constant Pinesì (1768-1834) his son, Jean Baptiste Kìgònz (1793-1879) and Nipissing Chief Francois Kaondinoketch Papineau (1807-1854).

“It’s my hope the book will instill a greater understanding and respect for the Algonkin and Nipissing peoples and so too for their ancestral homeland.”

Kruzich feels strongly that individuals living in the Ottawa Valley need to know the real history of the land they reside on.

“It needed to be fleshed out, personalized. It’s long overdue.”

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The next public meeting on the ward system is Monday, Oct. 3 at the Stone Road office.

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Admaston-Bromley Councillor Michael Donohue participates in a discussion of the pros and cons of the ward system.

Tuesday’s meeting was held at the Barr Line Community Centre, headquarters of the former municipality of Bromley. Council had a tough time booking the facility because it is so well-used by community groups and organizations. Photos by Lucy Hass

Wards discussed at first of two public meetings

Continued from Page 10 A ‘next-steps’ section of the Power Point presentation suggested that a resolution of council for dissolution of the ward system could be passed at council’s Thursday, Dec. 1 regular meeting.

If the transition were to clear all hur-

dles by Jan. 1, 2014 then there would be a general election for all council positions in October 2014.

A handout circulated at the meeting contained the entire 20-page Power Point presentation, plus an election survey asking resident what system they prefer – vote by ward or vote at

large.

The survey also asks the type of voting method preferred: online, telephone, mail, paper ballot only or other.

The survey is also available on the township’s website at www.admastonbromley.com.

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It’s time to buy a replacment for the Renfrew Fire Department’s aerial-ladder truck.

The recommended shelf life for firstrun trucks is 25 years, but the local department has had its current aerialladder truck since 1987. Purchased for $225,000, its estimated replacement value is $850,000.

The National Fire Protection Association recommends all 25-year trucks serve only as second-run vehicles.

Since the present truck was purchased in 1987, it would turn 25 next year.

Fire Chief Guy Longtin estimates the town will find a buyer for its current truck, which has a 75-foot aerial ladder, for $75,000.

The old truck could still be used as a second-run aerial or surplus vehicle. But Longtin says his department doesn’t need a second-run vehicle, or have the space for it.

“We’ve done some repairs. It’s in

good working condition,” said Longtin.

The department’s remaining fleet consists of a 1996 pumper, a 2001 pumper-rescue truck and a new pickup truck.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Monday night, Renfrew council gave Longtin authority to start the Request for Proposal process, with the goal of purchasing a new truck within the year, since the trucks are custom-built and not available overnight. The expected wait for an order is about 350 days.

Longtin anticipates RFPs will be received by the end of October, leaving council to vote on a recommended package in November.

The RFP approach is favoured over a tender process, explained Longtin, because it gives the department some helpful flexibility.

Several factors are included in request0for-proposal packages, not just price.

Depending on the model, the platform truck would feature a new aerial ladder measuring 95 to 100 feet.

With a platform, the department would also be able to have three, instead of just one, firefighter in action.

The present aerial-ladder truck does not have a stabilizing platform.

Treasurer Keray O’Reilly says replacement costs for the truck would be included in 2012 capital considerations along with financing options.

Longtin estimates only five or six companies makes such equipment, of which most are located in the United States.

Even the one Canadian company Longtin knows of would use several American-made parts.

The Renfrew Fire Department’s present ladder truck was purchased from Superior Fire Apparatus in Red Deer, Alta.

Its twin truck was purchased by the Pembroke Fire Department.

Superior Fire Appartus was bought out by a Florida-based firm, E One, a few years ago.

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Wolves fend off Arnprior Packers in home opener PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

The Renfrew Timberwolves earned a crucial early-season Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League win Friday night at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre.

The Wolves jumped out to a 3-0 lead almost before some fans entered the building, and were able to make it stand up for a 3-2 win over the Arnprior Packers.

Scott Conroy connected off set-ups from Jesse Riopelle and Brock Jessop just 42 seconds into the contest to ignite the scoring. The assists for Riopelle and Jessop were their first of three points on the night.

Riopelle snapped a dart over Arnprior netminder Taylor Lush’s right shoulder three minutes later, before Brady Clouthier knocked the puck into the open side of the net to put Renfrew three up at 6:53.

Both the second and third goals came on powerplays.

Both teams had numerous opportunities without success, although the Packers did notch single markers in each of the second and third periods to draw close.

Braedon Moffatt scored on an

Arnprior powerplay midway through the second to cut the Wolves’ lead to 3-1.

Joe Kyte made for a hair raising finish when he clicked early in the final stanza.

Renfrew netminder Richard Barr had to be sharp, particularly off Kyle Daniels with six minutes remaining when the Packers forward got in behind the Wolves defence.

The Wolves spent the last minute shorthanded, and the game ended with six Packers, all within a shovel’s throw of Barr’s goalcrease, searching for a loose puck.

The teams combined for 78 minutes in penalties in the first meeting of the two rivals since last spring’s Valley Division final, won by the Wolves in five games. The lone fighting majors came when the Wolves Justin Farrell and Moffatt earned early exits in the second period.

Arnprior held a 37-22 edge in shots.

On Sunday, the Wolves fell victim to a red-hot Gatineau Mustangs team at the Centre Sportif de Buckingham.

Gatineau missed the playoffs last season, but are full value for a 4-and-1 record so far this year.

Jaguars sweep

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The St. Joseph’s Jaguars roared out of the gate with a pair of victories in Pembroke over the Bishop Smith Crusaders in the Upper Ottawa Valley High School Athletic Association girls basketball loop Thursday afternoon.

The Senior Jaguars got 14 points from captain Rebecca MacLaren, while Shannon Charbonneau chipped in with eight in their 2011 season-opening 3220 triumph.

Coaches Mike McMahon and Brian Friske were pleased with what they saw. All the girls contributed to the victory with solid defence and enthusiasm

throughout, they observed.

Mark Valliquette’s Junior Jaguars pulled a cliffhanger out of the fire, winning 30-28 over the Crusaders. Sonya Bergin paced the St. Joseph’s attack with a 14-point performance for St. Joseph’s. Jocelyn Virgin collected six points.

The Jaguars cross-country team travelled to the Barry’s Bay Invitational meet Friday.

Senior boy Dan Charbonneau finished in seventh place and Peter Vice eighth for coach Jeff Halk’s runners.

Nych Paquette also posted an eighth-place result in the midget boys event.

The highlight of the day was Terrance Crabtree, who won the Stars division.

New ice rates for junior Wolves The Renfrew Junior B Timberwolves are paying slightly higher ice-rental rates for this season.

Monday, town council approved a new hourly rate of

$128.50, compared to $123.50 last season. This means the Wolves rank seventh among 11 junior teams surveyed. The most expensive is Brockville, at $171; least expensive, Athens, at $120.

It was 4-0 Mustangs quickly before Brock Jessop put the Wolves on the scoreboard midway through the opening stanza.

Jesse Riopelle added Renfrew’s second goal in the third period.

Guillaune Tardif-Richard was a two-goal architect for Gatineau.

Richard Barr faced 40 shots in the Renfrew goalcrease.

The Wolves tested Gatineau’s Marc-André Charron 32 times.

The Wolves (2-and-2) have just one game on the schedule this week. They travel to Almonte for a 7:30 p.m. contest Saturday.

Renfrew returns home for two games Thanksgiving weekend.

The Stittsville Royals are in town Friday, Oct. 7 at 8 p.m.

The Wolves host the Perth Blue Wings Sunday, Oct. 9 at 7 p.m.

WOLVES ROSTER Here is the lineup Wolves coach Tony Iob and his staff carry into the 2011-12 season.

Of course, nothing is etched in stone.

Goaltenders: Richard Barr, Zach McIntyre, Troy Gauthier.

Defence: Harris Tripp, Justin Farrell, Blake Lemoine, Anthony Rea, Jared Riopelle, Tim

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Renfrew Timberwolves netminder Richard Barr follows the action in front of his goalcrease Friday night at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre.

The Wolves built up an early 3-0 lead and then held off the visiting Arnprior Packers to win 3-2 in the Renfrew club’s 2011-12 home opener.

Riopelle, Anthony Smith.

Forwards: C Jesse Riopelle, Ryan Cuthill, T.J. Gagne, Tanner Smith; LW Brady Clouthier,

Scott Conroy, Luke Lapierre; RW Brock Jessop, Luke Magnan, Steve Cuthill, Kurtis Leclaire, Derrin Lehoux.

CBC offers an alternative One week from today, I’m sure many of you will be glued to your living room seats as the provincial election results come pouring in.

Locally, people will be keeping their ears pinned back to hear the tallies for the riding of Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke, while the big question will be if Ontario will get four more years of Dalton McGuinty.

If some viewers went to pull away from election coverage for a few minutes, I do suggest an alternative.

Hockey Night in Canada has its 2011-12 regular season curtain raiser when the Toronto Maple Leafs host the Montreal Canadiens at 7 p.m.

All is not lost for those wanting to combine hockey with election coverage as Peter Mansbridge and the crew will be providing provincial updates between periods.

We’ve received no word on whether Mansbridge and Don Cherry will go toe-to-toe during the Coach’s Corner time slot.

PETER CLARK PETER’S PUTTERINGS Ray’s Flowers Draft: While on the topic of the start of the National Hockey League season, it’s time to get your sheets in for the 2011-12 Ray’s Flowers draft.

The deadline is Tuesday, Oct. 5 at 5 p.m.

Lofty NFL perch at 3-and-0: How about those Detroit Lions!

How about those Buffalo Bills!

Who of sane mind thought both of these perennial door mats would be 3-and-0 at this stage of the National Football League season?

Both teams created some history Sunday after all seemed lost.

The Bills were a decided underdog, having lost their last 15 meetings with the New England Patriots and trailing 21-0.

But in stunning fashion, Buffalo came back to win 34-31 and put an end to New England’s

perfect season at the same time.

The Lions had lost their past 13 visits to Minnesota, and fell behind the Vikings 20-zip by half time.

When the dust settled, Detroit prevailed 26-23 in overtime.

Only the defending Super Bowl champion Green Bay Packers share a 3-and-0 record.

Tough pick: Every week when I make my NFL pool picks, I shy away from picking the Cincinnati Bengals to win.

All their players are either injured or busted. * * * Third on the all-time Major League Baseball list for saves behind Mariano Rivera and Trevor Hoffman is Lee Smith, who saved 478 games.

And for this week: The Atlanta Braves were clinging to a one-game lead in the battle for the National League wildcard playoff berth. The Braves have one World Series triumph to their credit. Who did they beat?

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Gaelyn Turcotte (20) alongside teammate Alison Martin (14) leads the RCI Raiders up the floor during Upper Ottawa Valley High School Athletic Association senior girls basketball action versus the Mackenzie Mustangs at the Grant Gymnasium last Thursday. The Raiders swept the 2011 season-opening junior-senior doubleheader from the Deep River visitors.

Raiders score seasonopening hoops victories PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

The Renfrew Collegiate Raiders opened the 2011 fall sports season with a pair of wins on the Upper Ottawa Valley High School Athletic Association girls basketball court Thursday afternoon.

The Senior Raiders posted a convincing 51-23 win over the Mackenzie Mustangs.

Maddie Kubiseski had 16 points to lead RCI scorers. Adrianne Guty added 10 points.

Mikaela Barnes enjoyed a fine game running the offence while Gaelyn Turcotte had a solid game at both ends of the floor and contributed six points for coach Adam Noack’s squad.

The Junior Raiders defeated the Deep River school 38-10.

Coach Jason Wilson observed a slow start from his team.

But paced by a dozen points Photo courtesy of Jacob Sweeney from Jenica Steele, the Raiders The Raiders Matt Murdock hauls in turned it around to win going a long-gainer against Fellowes. away.

It was a good defensive effort, Defensively, coach Todd Stewthe coach added.

The Raiders split their open- art said Brennan Inglis had a big game and led the Raiders in ing encounters on the gridiron.

The Senior Raiders reached tackles.

The Senior Raiders are in Deep the 40-point plateau before yielding any points in a 43-7 win over River to take on the Mackenzie the Fellowes Falcons in Pem- Mustangs this afternoon.

The Junior Raiders’ 2011 seabroke.

Jason Fleury scored three son got off to a rough start.

They came up on the short end touchdowns to pace the RCI ofof a 19-0 count to the St. John’s fence.

Connor Jamieson, Gord Gad- Spartans Friday in Perth.

The Junior Raiders are in Aldess and quarterback Cooper monte to challenge the ThunderBrown also hit pay dirt.

Matt Murdock and Devin bolts tomorrow afternoon.

RCI junior and senior boys volClouthier also had big afterleyball teams host the Opeongo noons catching the football.

Brown converted all six major Wildcats at the Grant Gymnasium this afternoon. scores.

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Jeremy Prophet will tangle with Sexy Eddie, and women’s sensation Thirsty Domino of Drummondville, Que. will face Serphantina.

The wrestlers, as well as the Canadian Militaries Commander Rick Sniper, will all be part of the eight-match card.

Tickets are available at The Wing or online at ticketweb.ca.

Ticket prices are $15 for general ringside, $20 for VIP gold ringside, or you can purchase a package of four general ringside tickets for $40.

A recent show in memory of Macho Man Randy Savage drew 1,400 fans to the Robert Hartley Arena in Hawkesbury.

The show at the Wing will be taped by Global TV. They are doing a feature on wrestling promoter Devon Nicholson that will air across Canada.

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JumpStart soccer registration in Pembroke The Pembroke Soccer Club and Canadian Tire JumpStart program have formed a partnership in offering winter sessions of indoor soccer.

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Wrestling fans are reminded, that big Great North Wrestling card is just over a week away.

Smack dab in the middle of the Thanksgiving weekend, on Saturday, Oct. 8, GNW grapplers will climb into the squared-circle at the AFAC Wing in Renfrew.

It promises to be an action-packed night, promoter Devon Nicholson points out.

The main attraction is WWE legend and GNW regular The Honky Tonk Man. Brutus ‘The Barber’ Beefcake was originally down as a top-performer, but an injury has forced him to the sidelines.

The Honky Tonk Man is known for being the longest reigning Intercontinental Champion of all time. He sings, dances, wrestles and is sure to entertain fans every time he has a match.

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Ken Dagenais Jr. of Renfrew and Petawawa’s Kerry Clouthier and 67 other registered teams competed for a share of the largest prize structure of any fish tournament series in Canada.

They are now holders of the prestigious Shimano Platinum Cup and other awards for team of the year.

Their total weight for five tournaments (25 fish) was 93.5 pounds. The closest competitors weighed in at 86.5 Ibs. While both Clouthier and Dagenais went on to compete in the Classic on Lake St. Frances, they both stated earlier in the season that, as far as they are concerned, team-of-the-year is where it’s at.

They say the consistency required to win team-of-the-year is a far better measure of fishing ability than the two-day performance required to win the classic.

Most of the Renegade Bass competitors would agree.

When asked what winning team-of-the-year meant to them, both Dagenais and Clouthier said it meant a lot. “Winning team-of-the-year means a ton to me,� Dagenais observed. “It means my 19 years of tournament angling has finally paid off, not in the financial sense as all the guys say ‘we don’t do this to get rich.’ “We do it for the love of the sport and with the hope of being called one of the best. “It has meant time away from my family and friends every summer. Now they can truly see the reason why I wasn’t around and that’s why tournament guys can never thank their families enough when it comes together for them.

As Tom Cundell, a former team-of-the-year winner, said to us at the weigh-in, ‘It’s pretty great, eh, when it all come together.’ Simply one of the best experiences of my life,� Dagenais added. “Team-of-the-year is a huge accomplishment for us and I say ‘us’ because there is no ‘I’ in team, as this was a total team effort and we really enjoyed every tournament together.�

Clouthier said. “It was the culmination of a lot of hard work and learning over our Renegade Bass careers to date. I have always dreamt big dreams since I was a young boy and fishing is my biggest passion in life. “To win the cup is such a proud moment for me as a professional angler because after many years of chasing the title, I appreciate how hard it is to win and the company it keeps with past winners whom I admire and respect.�

Dagenais wished to thank his family for their support and would like to dedicate this season, and the team-of-the-year trophy, to his father who got him into the sport at age 16, bought him his first bass boat, and always encouraged him to keep at it. “Love ya, Dad!� he was quick to add.

Clouthier extends his thanks to his family and his work family, father, cousins and staff, who covered his responsibilities within the construction business, enabling him to devote the time required to win this team award.

Friends and family say Dagenais and Clouthier make a great team, and they know it.

Each expressed nothing but high praise of their partner’s fishing ability.

Harold Deacon and Bryden Schaap put on a goaltending display for their respective teams of B.R. Fulton Construction and the Griffith Timbermart Kings in a scoreless tie in Gentlemen’s Hockey League action Thursday.

Ottawa Valley Physiotherapy downed the Mid-Town Rug Rats 7-1 in the night’s second game.

Shawn Mulvagh (2G, 2A) and Chris Naismith had two goals, and Corey Sweeney, Derek Scheuneman and Steve Radke singles for OVP. Terry Mosco separated netminder Jeremy Scobie from a shutout when he scored the lone Mid-Town goal.

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Their shirts tell the tale – The Valley Boys. Kerry Clouthier, left, of Petawawa, and Ken Dagenais Jr. of Renfrew hold the Shimano Platinum Cup and other awards for team of the year.

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Two-time champion Kelly Homes blanked Pitt Contracting 7-0 while Renfrew Pizzeria shut down Mickey’s Promotions 3-0.

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Ladies cap season at Highlands

BEHIND THE GLASS

Curling season start delayed ANDY SKLEPOWICZ

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The Calabogie Ladies ended a very successful season with their annual awards banquet Sept. 22.

This year, the Intersectional team of Joyce Hatt, Diane Moynihan, Joanne Leclaire, Annette Charbonneau, Sandy Drake, Joan Wallace and Susan Veale took top spot.

This win moves Calabogie up one spot in the Intersectional competition for next year.

For JoAnne Collett from Glen Mar, it was a special day as she shot a hole-in-one on No. 8.

The Senior Intersectional team of Joyce Hatt, Diane Moynihan, Annette Charbonneau, Arlene Bleeks, Sandy Drake and Joan Wallace finished third.

The Ladies Invitational held Aug. 16 had a Spanish theme as 86 ladies were serenaded off to their respective tees by a beautiful Spanish senorita, Shirley Corneau.

The highlight of the day was a hole-in-one on No. 14 by Marg Guy of Metcalfe. She was presented with a cheque for $5,000 at the dinner.

This event raises not only money but also awareness for the Bernadette McCann House and this year was no exception with a contribution of $3,000. Next year’s theme is pigtails and chewing gum as we golf around the course celebrating the ’50s.

At the closing dinner the club champions of each division were honoured by being presented with their respective trophies.

This year’s top golfers were: A division, Joyce Hatt, B division, Sandy Drake, C division, Susan Veale, D division, Marcie O’Donnell and Seniors, Arlene Bleeks. This win at the club level entitles players to compete in the OVGA Tournament of Champions.

This year Joyce Hatt and Susan Veale travelled to Rideau View Golf Club in Manotick, where 42 clubs competed in a full field of 144 golfers. Susan won the C division with a score of 100, only the second golfer from Calabogie to take a top honour.

Other awards presented included Bus McConnell won by Betty Habgood, most improved golfer Laurie Ouellet, and the match play pairs winners Diane Moynihan and Arlene Bleeks.

The new executive was welcomed and are anticipating an exciting year next season.

For information on joining Calabogie Ladies Golf, please call the pro shop at 613-752-2171.

WINNING THE DRAW IS HALF THE BATTLE Mercury photo by Peter Clark

The Ma-Te-Way Aquatic Centre Committee and Second Ice Pad Committee, under the direction of the Town of Renfrew, held their 50-50 draw at the Renfrew Fair. The winner was Jenny Gibbons, who picked up a cool $935. From left at the presentation are Renfrew Town Councillor Andrew Evans, Jenny Gibbons, Second Ice Pad president Scott Buffam and MACC member Jan Wilson.

Once again the good people of the Renfrew curling club are facing a very difficult situation. Two weeks of ice installation has just gone down the drain, literally. With all the aging equipment that Charlie and Co. are holding together with enough duct tape to keep Red Green in skits for years, it is the two-year-old chiller that has failed.

So, where does this leave the club?

What we do know for sure is that the season start will be delayed.

How long depends on how quickly the problem can be fixed.

It will also mean a new time for our introductory clinic.

However, the greatest

burden will be a financial one.

Start-up costs and loss of bar revenue will seriously affect the club’s financial position for a second consecutive year. That is not to minimize the wear and tear on the volunteer ice crew and others that will be putting in many extra hours.

So what can we, members and community, do?

The most important thing: be patient and be supportive. Whenever a club or an organization that has provided so much falls on hard times, Renfrew has always thrown its support behind them and asked, “What can we do to help?”

That is the spirit that the club needs now.

Peewee, Bantam Wolves unbeaten PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

The Renfrew Peewee Timberwolves ran their pre-season slate to 3-and-0 with a pair of wins last week.

Renfrew topped Muskrat 4-1 and nipped Pembroke 3-2.

Jared Burnette and Nicholas Fleguel scored in both games.

Charlie Strader, Alex Paquette and Cole Turcotte had others. Connery Campbell and Cameron Iob shared goaltending duties.

The Atom Wolves skated to a 1-1 draw with Petawawa. Thomas Barber scored while Jacob Miller and Tyson Johnston split time in the goalcrease.

The Bantam Wolves are 2-and-0 following 51 and 6-1 wins over Petawawa. Carson Barber had five goals and John Pettigrew four.

Justin Knight-Locke and Chase Parkinson landed singles. Kevin

Crozier added three assists in Petawawa.

Goaltender Carter Blimkie saw action in both games. Colin Schwartz and Riley Rathwell also backstopped the Bantam Wolves.

The Minor Midget Wolves fell 10-1 to the Mississippi Thunder Kings, but rebounded with a 4-3 win over the same team at home when Rory Whalen scored his second of the night with 27 seconds remaining. Drew Edwards and Adam Martin also scored.

Calum Chalmers collected two assists while Chloe Eady made 28 saves.

The Atom Wolves host Arnprior Saturday at 1:30 p.m.

All rep and house teams are asked to drop their scoresheets off in Jeff Rekowski’s mailbox at the Ma-TeWay Activity Centre

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Charbonneau claims county golf title by two shots PETER CLARK

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Dan Charbonneau carried the colours of the St. Joseph’s Jaguars very well.

Charbonneau fired a 2-over par 74 to capture the 2011 Renfrew County high school boys golf championship at Pembroke Shores Sept. 21.

Charbonneau’s performance gave him a two-stroke victory over his nearest competitor.

Coach Tim O’Connor said facing a deficit halfway through the tournament didn’t faze Charbonneau.

“Dan was out at 40 and came in at 34. He had a real strong back nine,” the coach said.

“When I first came in, I was pretty well in shock,” Charbonneau recalled.

“I knew there were still a couple of groups out there.

“It ( the win) didn’t sink in until the next day. Mr. O’Connor was pretty pleased.”

Charbonneau recalled two shots that made a huge difference.

“A couple of shots, I don’t think were supposed to go in,” he added, “a chip-in on the 11th, and I sank a 20-footer on 18.

“It was a pretty cool experience.”

Overall, the Jaguars finished third as a team. Only the top two teams qualified for the Eastern Mercury photo by Peter Clark Ontario (EOSSAA) golf championships, which are in Bath next Dan Charbonneau of the St. Joseph’s Jaguars is the 2011 Renfrew County boys golf champion.

Friday.

REC LEAGUE CHAMPIONS Capturing the 2011 Rec Men’s League championship at the Renfrew Golf Club with a score of 20 under par is the Rowat Insurance Team. From left are Rory McKay, Rob Warren, Jeff Russell, Andrew Rowat, Tim O’Connor and Keith McKinnon. Other flight winners were Schwartz Drywall (B Flight), Ontario Power Generation (C Flight) and Team Crozier (D Flight). Schwartz Drywall won the inaugural league championship in 2010.

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Scott Conroy (25) and teammates celebrate Conroy’s opening goal Friday night. The Wolves went on to a 3-2 win over the Arnprior Packers.

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Blue herons with lime green wings?

Wonderful sighting near Westmeath on the Ottawa River earlier this month On Thursday, Sept. 8 Jo-Anne McDonald, Bill Wendt and I were birding on the Ottawa River near Westmeath. Water levels are very low and the exposed sandbars provide many stop-over sites for birds to feed and rest.

During our walk Jo-Anne remarked that she saw a great blue heron. She then noticed it had green wings. This immediately drew our attention; herons do not have green wings, much less lime green ones.

When we used our telescopes to get a closer look we saw large green tags with numbers and letters on them. We had never seen such tags before.

When we returned from the trip I sent an e-mail to Tammy Richard a Wildlife Species at Risk Biologist with the Department of National Defence and Bill sent an e-mail to his brother Steve a former employee of the Canadian Wildlife Service asking for help locating information about the tags.

Tammy sent us a website where information was available and she said that great blue herons had been tagged this past July at Lake Huron and that it seemed to be an Environment Canada Project. Steve was in contact with Dr. Chip Weseloh, a director of the tagging program, and sent him the information regarding our sighting of a tagged heron on the Ottawa River.

The heron we saw was an immature bird tagged at Lake Huron.

The tagging program was initiated in 2002 and the patagial (wing) tagging of immature great blue herons, great egrets and snowy egrets has been carried out each year since.

If you see a bird with a coloured wing tag send the date, time, location, observer, colour of the tag and the number to chip.weseloh@ec.gc.ca or to me.

JIM FERGUSON SCENE FROM THE HAWK’S EYE In such cases the go to ground and feed until they regain their strength.

If you notice such a bird near your home, provide cracked corn or other high protein food for it.

Once it has regained the use of its breast muscles it will leave and we hope find its home loft. It should be noted that these birds make great pets.

SHORELINE SNACK A woodpecker busily works away on a quiet autumn shoreline. Mercury photo by Lucy Hass

AN INTERESTING MORNING I had the pleasure of spending a very interesting morning talkAn immature great egret with a wing tag. ing about birds, animals, flowers and insects with Mrs. Cox’s class of grade three students from Queen Elizabeth School and members of the Bonnechere 108 STAYE COURT DRIVE Blooms Horticultural Society at Bonnechere Manor.

Members of the horticultural society assisted the students arAuthorized Authorized range and plant the flowerbeds Beam Central Electrolux Vac Dealer outside the Manor’s new auditoDealer rium. The beds were dug, raked WE REPAIR and fertilized before planting.

BAGS, BELTS AND FILTERS FOR After planting, weeding and watering completed the project.

MOST VACUUMS. From what I saw the results were excellent.

I would like to thank the members of the Bonnechere Blooms Horticultural Society and the students from Mrs. Cox’s class: Ethan Rose, Ethan Jackson, Carson Moran, Alexander Vander Ploeg, Nic Brownell, Alex Wroe, Samantha Wright, Jack Stewart, Zowie Srigley, Olivia Smart, Carson Lefebvre, Cassidy Frisk, Gilienne Forrest, Dylan Dedo, Carson Hewitt, Jonathon Roach, Malorey Lambert and Ben Cracknell for their interest. Also special thanks to staff members Lena Lambert and Gladys Bennett for providing such a wonderful program.

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One day I noticed what seemed to be a feeding frenzy with at least a hundred birds feeding. They seemed a smaller version of the robin and the chest was light rust with some dark spots.

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A FEEDING FRENZY A racing pigeon with coloured tags on both legs arrived at the home of Fran Stufko last Saturday. Fran said that the bird was very tolerant of her presence and although she could not catch the bird it did not fly away when she approached.

We are very likely to have such birds arrive at our homes within the next few weeks. Members of the homing pigeon society will be racing their birds during the Thanksgiving weekend and not all birds will find their way home.

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THE ISSUES

EDUCATION • Doubling the length of bachelor of education programs

HEALTH CARE

How do each of the four major parties fielding candidates in the Oct. 6 election stack up on some of the big issues facing Ontario? Here’s a snapshot of what the Green, Liberal, New Democratic and Progressive Conservative platforms have to offer.

• Make the 30 per cent tuition grants available to lower income students available to the middle class as well

• Reform health care delivery to ensure access by re-prioritizing funding • Improve care available to seniors: better home care options, transitional care, assisted living and long-term care and create case managers at the family clinic level

• Freeze tuition for 2012-2013 while maintaining university and college budgets; index tuition increases to rate of inflation from 2013-2015

• Cut emergency wait times in half, scrap the LHINs, reduce fees

ECONOMY/TAXES • Allow families to reduce taxable income through income sharing

• Increase spending on K-12 by $2 billion by end of first term, root out waste

• Invest more in frontline care by capping hospital CEO pay and reducing money spent on consultants

• Lower income taxes by five per cent on the first $75,000 of taxable income

• Create 200,000 apprenticeship spaces over four years

• Double the caregiver tax credit

• Lower income taxes on families and local businesses

• Reduce school reliance on parent fees and fundraising by setting aside $20 million per year to be allocated to parent councils as a per capita grant

• Scrap the LHINs • Increase health spending by $6 billion during first term in office • Expand long term care by adding 5,000 new beds

• Expand training, certification programs in green building, biomedical technology, renewable energy and sustainable transportation sectors

• Eliminate interest on the provincial portion of student loans • Remove HST from gasoline by one percentage point per year

• Create a family caregiver leave program, allowing up to eight weeks of job-protected time away

• Will make the temporary input tax credit restrictions permanent, meaning corporations won’t be allowed to write off taxes on expenses like entertainment and dining

• Double the children’s activity tax credit to $100 per child

• Eliminate the deficit by 20172018 fiscal year

ENERGY

• Create incentives to help triple the number of successful start-up companies in the next five years

• Remove the HST from hydro, home heating bills • End mandatory time-of-use electricity pricing

• Reinstate and expand the home energy savings program • Require local participation in energy projects, support smallscale and community based projects

• Remove the HST from electricity, home heating bills • Offer rebates of up to $5,000 for energy efficient home retrofits

• Replace all coal-fired power plants with clean energy in three years • Continue feed-in tariff program to increase amount of electricity generated by renewable sources

Green Party Liberal Party New Democratic Party Progressive Conservative Party

RURAL AFFAIRS • Deliver the business risk management program to help farmers • Implement a ‘buy Ontario’ food policy for schools and hospitals

• Fund planned expansion of the risk management program to include cattle, sheep, pork and veal, and horticulture • Forgive student debt for doctors who practice in under-serviced communities

• Reward farmers for stewardship practices that provide benefits such as clean water, habitat preservation and carbon storage • Improve income stabilization programs so they are accessible, cover more products and don’t penalize farmers who have a bad year

• Make the Eastern Ontario development fund permanent • Provide a one-window approach for farmers in their dealings with the government

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Beat box meets poetry in McDonald’s Corners

C.R. Avery, the harmonicaplaying, beat-boxing poet and rock’n’roll matador, makes his return to Eastern Ontario with an intimate concert at the MERA Schoolhouse in McDonald’s Corners on Thursday, Oct. 6. Avery has appeared locally at the Stewart Park Festival in Perth with the gospel trio, The Sojourners, and at the Blue

Skies Festival with the Legal Tender String Quartet, but his performance at MERA will be his first solo show in these parts. “It’s a different show,” says Avery. “It’s like the difference between Neil Young with Crazy Horse and Neil Young with Crosby, Stills and Nash.”

According to Danny Sullivan, presenter of the MERA

concert, “C.R. Avery is still C.R. Avery,” whether he’s with a back up band or not.

“I saw his solo show at the NAC in Ottawa, and it had the same energy and feeling as those shows at Stewart Park and Blue Skies. If anything, it just brought out the subtleties of what C.R. does.”

What C.R. does is another subject altogether – an al-

chemical mix of freewheeling spoken word, beat-boxing, blues harp and piano-playing, with a soundtrack that draws on a broad spectrum of influences, from the Beats to Bob Dylan, from Paul Simon to Tom Waits, from the Howlin’ Wolf to hip hop and slam poetry.

CBC radio described his live show by saying, “when

he hits the stage, look out.”

No live show could go without Avery’s recontextualization of the Delta Blues. His signature beat-box harmonica had Tom Waits growling, “he’s blowin’ my mind.”

The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Schoolhouse in McDonald’s Corners. Admission is $20 at the door. For info, call 613-268-2376.

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mental health is improving, funding isn’t following suit.

But Ottawa Public Health is trying to do its part. The city added $300,000 into its budget starting in 2011 aimed at adding suicide-prevention programming for parents and to provide funding to allow the Youth Services Bureau’s downtown crisis drop-in centre to be open for an extra day each week (that announcement is coming next month).

It’s a big step that marks Ottawa Public Health’s entry into the mental health field, Leikin says.

“We’re new to this in the sense that we’ve just started to make these strong connections in the mental-health area,” he says. “Whereas before Ottawa Public Health was an expert and a leader on various health topics, now mental health is becoming one of them, which is really exciting for us.”

The focus for the programs, which could start as soon as January, will be on youth in grades 7 and 8 – the “transition years,” says Nicole Frappier, who is also with Ottawa Public Health.

But Ottawa Public Health wants to make suicide part of the dialog with parents starting right at pre-natal classes, Frappier says.

It’s an especially pressing issue in Ottawa, where eight per cent of youth have seriously considered trying to kill themselves. That is a significantly higher rate than the rest of Ontario, a city report notes.

It’s the type of programming that officials hope will make a difference to families like the Grahams.

Now with several courses under her belt, Shelly Graham is learning more about suicide so she does know what to do.

Education is key for everyone, including parents, she says. One day, when she’s ready, she hopes to share her knowledge in classrooms.

What’s most important, she has learned, is to reach out to people suffering. Though it may be uncomfortable, making the effort to break through could save a person, and spare the web of people who love them.

“There’s a real shame that comes with suicide. We will not be ashamed,” says Shelly. “Jesse was an awesome guy and we are going to talk about him. He was loved. Shame is what immobilizes you and it’s what keeps people suffering in silence. “And there’s been enough suffering in silence.”

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hen 17-year-old William Ross realized he couldn’t hold back from harming himself, he ran downstairs and asked his mother to drive him to CHEO. Jesse Graham told six people he was thinking about killing himself, says Shelly, Jesse’s mother, but he never spoke to a professional about his demons. The people Jesse told kept it to themselves.

Today, William is recovering. Jesse took his own life last summer.

It’s a cruel twist of fate that the stories of these two young men, who faced such similar inner struggles, ended so differently.

As is the case for many teens struggling with mental health challenges, it often comes down to knowing how to access the resources they need.

William, who went through counselling when he was 12, knew. Jesse didn’t.

That’s why the first point of contact for most suicidal teens is the hospital emergency room, or a visit from the police, says Dr. Kim Sogge, chief of psychology professional practice at the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group.

“It’s a real dilemma for families,” she says.

Sogge says mental health professionals and agencies in Ontario and Ottawa need to do a better job of educating families and making them aware of the resources available to them.

Ben Leikin of Ottawa Public Health couldn’t agree more.

He is one of the partners involved with the Community Suicide Prevention Network.

The network arose as a result of the growing awareness of suicide that followed the high-profile suicide of 14-yearold Ottawa resident Daron Richardson last fall. The aim is to co-ordinate resources by bringing together the executive directors and decision makers from a range of service providers.

After several months of meetings and consultations, the network decided the most pressing issue facing the mental health field in Ottawa is ensuring people are aware of the resources available and how to access them.

Leikin pointed out there are a lot of big issues that need to be addressed, like decreasing the stigma that still surrounds these issues, and creating a media awareness campaign to get the message out. But “bigger than those things, or a

OUT OF THE DARKNESS A series about youth suicide Part 3: Mental health professionals and agencies work together for better community awareness big important piece of that, is still how to navigate the system,” Leikin says. “So that’s going to be what we tackle.”

The network will be creating “navigation maps” to guide both youth and parents through the mental-health system.

“It will go into a bit more detail of how to navigate yourself through the system.

It will … provide information about how one could work through it to get the appropriate services,” Leikin says.

Sogge says although awareness about

Workshops The Canadian Mental Health Association offers a series of suicide prevention training workshops in Ottawa: • SafeTALK: a three-hour course for people over the age of 15 to help identify persons with thoughts of suicide and connect them to suicide first aid resources.

The cost is $40 to $60 to take the course.

• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST): a two-day program offered 20 times a year in Ottawa that teaches suicide first-aid skills to anyone who may come into contact with a person at risk, using the most widely-used suicide intervention model in the world. The cost is $180 to take the course. More than 1,000 people take the course every year.

For more information call 613737-7791.

Ottawa school boards have their own ASIST trainers.

Connecting with resources A new website, www.ementalhealth.ca, is making it easier for people to connect with the mental-health services that are appropriate for them.

In addition to having a directory, it is like a Google search for mental health services, said Ben Leikin, mental health project officer for Ottawa Public Health.

“So if you want to search something like ‘psychologist for a 14-year-old,’ it will bring up private practise psychologists as well as some programs that exists for free. It indicates right on it is there is a fee, if it’s bilingual and where it’s located,” Leikin said.

The search also brings up news articles and useful links.

Canada needs a national suicide prevention strategy BLAIR EDWARDS blair.edwards@metroland.com

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he biggest item on the wish list of Ted Charette, co-ordinator of Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa Mobile Crisis and Intake Services, is Canada adopting a national suicide prevention strategy.

Canada is the only G-8 country without a national suicide prevention strategy.

The Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention is working on preparing a national suicide prevention strategy.

“I think it’s starting to gain some weight and some support around the families,” says Charette.

“We’ve had a blueprint for many, many years,” says Rene Ouimet, a director of the Canadian Mental Health Association and a member of the Canadian Association of Suicide Prevention.

Canada needs a body to co-ordinate suicide prevention programs across the country, said Ouiment.

“We keep lobbying,” she said.

The Canadian Association of Suicide Prevention released a suicide prevention strategy in 2004.

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The objectives of the strategy include: Promote awareness across the country that suicide and suicidal behaviour is everyone’s problem and is preventable.

Increase the number of employers and volunteer groups that have suicide prevention, intervention and post-intervention programs.

Promote understanding that “breaking the silence surrounding suicide increases realistic opportunities to save lives and to reduce suffering.

Launch an anti-stigma campaign.

Reduce the availability and lethal-

ity of suicide methods (such as guns).

• Increase training for recognition of risk factors, warning signs and atrisk behaviours.

• Develop a national crisis-line network.

• Increase services and support to those bereaved by suicide or who have attempted suicide.

• Increase funding for suicide prevention programs.

“The only way we’re going to prevent suicide is to talk about it openly and directly,” said Ouimet.

If you’re a teen in crisis or their guardian, the Youth Services Bureau has a free, 24-hour help line. Call 613-260-2360 or 1-877-377-7775 (toll free) crisis@ysb.on.ca

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ROW, ROW, ROW YOUR BOAT Eric Aubin and Steve Higgins row away from the Burnstown Rowing Club dock as they prepare to race in the 10th annual Burnstown Regatta Sept. 17. Clubs from Burnstown, Carleton Place, Quinte (Belleville), St. Lawrence (Cornwall) and two from Ottawa participated in the day-long event on the Madawaska River. Mercury photos by John Carter

Enjoy the final weekend of Rural Ramble Oct 1 and 2.

The Mudpuppy: Aquatic Carnivore Fred Schueler, an accomplished Biologist and co-founder of the Bishop Mills Natural History Center spends his winters stalking Necturus maculosus – the Mudpuppy. Mudpuppies are giant aquatic Salamanders that are widespread inhabitants of many of our creeks and rivers. Come and learn about these secretive creatures that thrive in our icy winter waterways.

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Burnstown Rowing Club head coach Lee Narraway, left, and club member and event timekeeper Tina Baum keep tabs on the action at the Burnstown Regatta. The pair play a key role in the success of the annual competition.

The Macnamara Field Naturalists’ Club promotes the understanding and preservation of nature in the Ottawa Valley.

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STEVE NEWMAN

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The Town of Renfrew continues to seek a recreation director, following the dismissal of Kelley Whitman-McKie last April.

Town council went into closed session Monday night regarding the recruitment of a new director and regarding land sales. But neither topic generated followup motions once council returned to open session.

Mayor Bill Ringrose acknowledged that council, after twice advertising and twice conducting short-listed interviews, is now taking a separate route in efforts to find a full-time recreation director.

He wouldn’t say whether council was looking at finding candidates locally or abroad.

Each time about 25 candidates applied for the full-time position. The summer’s first round appeared to be the most fruit-

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Continued from Page 12 Miller indicated the museum committee hasn’t started any major fundraising campaign, suggesting that won’t happen until the committee is closer to opening the second-storey facility in the post office building that is owned by the town.

“It’s very difficult,” said Miller, “to raise funds for something that is just a dream, or an idea.” Canada Post now leases the first floor, while a small number of small businesses lease space on the second.

Discussion in council chambers suggests those small businesses will remain on the second floor, but shift to accommo-

ful one.

“We thought we had a successful candidate,” said Ringrose. “Unfortunately, that person had to withdraw and we weren’t in a position to offer the position to anyone else on the list after we did the reference checks.”

For the second round of interviews, after advertising again, Ringrose says four or five applicants were short-listed. Then, information collected from reference checks resulted in the selection committee deciding they didn’t have a successful candidate, said Ringrose.

The mayor said council is now contemplating a new approach.

Within the next two weeks, Ringrose said council is going to “research” the possibilities of finding a candidate who is experienced, capable, competent and possibly retired. The idea is to sign a shortterm contract, of perhaps one to two years, to get the department back under full-time direction.

date all second-floor users.

The second-storey space, which the museum committee anticipates using, has been vacant for some time.

This leaves town council in the position to likely rent the space to the museum for a token fee, like $1 per year.

It has also been mentioned the home of the NHA-NHL museum won’t remain in the post office building, but possibly end up beside the McDougall Mill Museum.

At the moment, says Coun. Miller, museum committee members hope to open by year’s end so the museum is on the tourist map, for bus tours and other visitors, for 2012.

Check out the final Rural Ramble weekend, with a focus on the wealth of arts in the region.

TOWNSHIP OF McNAB/BRAESIDE

SURPLUS PUBLIC WORKS EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Sealed bids will be received by the undersigned until 1:00 p.m. on October 13, 2011 for the following surplus equipment.

1. 1992 International 2574 Tandem Axle Plow Truck Cab & Chassis Equipment to be sold AS IS, WHERE IS

For the recreation director’s position, the selection committee consists of treasurer Keray O’Reilly, Ringrose and Coun.

Tom Anderson. The committee will, at a future date, bring forth a recommendation to full council.

Meanwhile, the mayor acknowledged that dismissed recreation director Whitman-McKie, who was dismissed “without cause” last spring, has taken legal action against the town.

The reality is the situation is probably going to be settled in court, said Ringrose.

Whitman-McKie became the recreation director in 2007.

Earlier this year, the department lost another staff member when program de-

veloper Grant Lavallee of Renfrew voluntarily resigned.

At the time, he said, “I felt people in Renfrew were being affected detrimentally. There were a few things that took place that just pushed me over the edge, and I was unable to work in that environment.”

Meanwhile, the recreation department continues to operate under the direction of programmer Joanne Caldwell and Randy Pender, the lead hand for facilities.

Mayor Ringrose said he understands day-to-day operations are going well, but added, “We’re now getting to the point where it’s getting very important (to hire a director).”

The Corporation of the Town of Renfrew

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING In the matter of Sections 17 and 34, of the Planning Act, the Town of Renfrew hereby gives NOTICE OF THE FOLLOWING:

An exception zone is required, as funeral homes are a permitted use within the Downtown Commercial (C1) Zone.

(1) An application for an amendment to the Town of Renfrew Official Plan (OPA2/11) (2) An application for an amendment to the Town of Renfrew Zoning By-law 46-2010. (ZBA5/11)

The complete By-law is available for inspection at the Town municipal office during regular office hours.

Subject Lands: The Town of Renfrew has received an application for an Official Plan Amendment (OPA2/11) as well as an application for a Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA5/11) to allow for the development of a funeral home, for lands described as Concession 2, Part Lot 9, in the Town of Renfrew, located on Barnet Boulevard, as shown on the attached Key Map. Public Meeting A public meeting to inform the public of the proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment will be held on Monday October 24th, 2011 at 7 p.m. in the Town of Renfrew Council Chambers, 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew.

Purpose and Effect of the Proposed Official Plan Amendment The proposed official plan amendment would redesignate the lands from Residential to Commercial to allow the site to be developed for a commercial business.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Town of Renfrew before the proposed Official Plan amendment is adopted by the Town of Renfrew, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the County of Renfrew, to the Ontario Municipal Board and the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or the public body as a party.

If you wish to be notified of the adoption of the proposed Official Plan amendment, or of the refusal of a request to amend the Official Plan, or for further information, you must make a written request must be submitted to:

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Town of Renfrew before the bylaw is passed by the Town, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Town of Renfrew, to the Ontario Municipal Board, and the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so.

If you wish to be notified of the decision of the Town of Renfrew regarding this proposed zoning by-law amendment, you must make a written request to: Kim Bulmer, Clerk, Town of Renfrew 127 Raglan Street South RENFREW, ON K7V 1P8 (613) 432-4848 NOTE: One of the purposes of the Planning Act is to provide for planning processes that are open, accessible, timely and efficient. Accordingly, all written submissions, documents, correspondence, e-mails or other communications (including your name and address) form part of the public record and will be disclosed/made available by the County/ local Municipality to such persons as the County/local Municipality sees fit, including anyone requesting such information. Accordingly, in providing such information, you shall be deemed to have consented to its use and disclosure as part of the planning process.

Dated at the Town of September, 2011.

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Kim Bulmer,Clerk, Town of Renfrew 127 Raglan Street South RENFREW, ON K7V 1P8 (613) 432-4848

The Township reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

Item can be viewed at the Township Office - 2508 Russett Drive Noreen C. Mellema, CMO CAO/Clerk Township of McNab/Braeside 2508 Russett Drive, R.R. # 2 Arnprior, Ontario K7S 3G8 613-623-5756 ext 222

Purpose and Effect of the Proposed Zoning Amendment The proposed zoning by-law amendment would rezone the lands from Residential One (R1) to General Commercial Exception-Five (C2-E5). The C2-5 zone will permit the site to be developed for a funeral home.

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Dan Neville with his selection of candles and flameless scented decor from countrysidelane.com during Renfrew Taste of the Valley last Saturday.

The Corporation of the Town of Renfrew FILE NO. A06/11 COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT TOWN OF RENFREW NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING APPLICATION FOR MINOR VARIANCE IN THE MATTER OF Section 45 of the Planning Act, and IN THE MATTER OF an application by Calloway Reit (Renfrew) Inc., Concession 3, Part Lot 10, RP 49R-15187, Part 1, known municipally as 910 O’Brien Road.

The purpose and effect of the minor variance being sought may be briefly stated as follows: To request a variance to the Town of Renfrew Zoning By-law 46-2010, Section 8.2 (d) from the required Side Yard Width of 4.5 metres to 4 metres to permit the construction of a new retail building.

TAKE NOTICE that this application will be heard by the Committee of Adjustment on Tuesday, October 11th, 4:00 P.M. in the Second Floor Boardroom, Town Hall, 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew, Ontario.

Any person may attend this public hearing in person to express your views about this application or you may be represented by counsel for that purpose. Signed, written submissions that relate to an application shall be accepted by the secretary-treasurer before or during the hearing of the application at the address below and shall be available to any interested person for inspection at the hearing.

If you do not attend the hearing, it may proceed in your absence and, except as otherwise provided in the Planning Act, you will not be entitled to any further notice in the proceeding.

Additional information about this application may be obtained from the Secretary/Treasurer between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Mercury photo by Steve Newman

SUMMER SMILE FOR AUTUMN SALE Summer Phillips offers up a smile while selling copies of the Hospice Renfrew Cookbook during Renfrew Taste of the Valley last Saturday. Additional sales happen for the hospice fundraiser tomorrow (Friday, Sept. 30) at Scott’s Hardware from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The book’s recipes include this youngster’s very old recipe, Summer’s Coffee Break Delight.

One more to go. Don’t miss it: The last of Renfrew County’s four Taste of the Valley events in 2011 is Oct. 15 in Cobden.

NOTICE OF DECISION a copy of the decision, together with a notice of the last day for appealing to the Ontario Municipal Board shall be sent, not later than 10 days from the making of the decision, to the applicant and to each person who appeared in person or by counsel at the hearing and who filed with the secretary-treasurer a written request for the notice of the decision. Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, c.P13, s.45 (10). A written request to be notified of the decision will entitle you to be advised of a possible Ontario Municipal Board Hearing. Even if you are the successful party, you should request a copy of the decision since the Committee of Adjustment Decision may be appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board by the applicant or another member of the Public.

Dated at the Town of Renfrew this 26th day of September, 2011.

Julie Stewart, MCIP, RPP Secretary/Treasurer, Committee of Adjustment Town of Renfrew Municipal Office 127 Raglan Street South Renfrew, Ontario K7V 1P8 Voice (613) 432-8166 Fax (613) 432-8265 Email jstewart@town.renfrew.on.ca

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Manufacturer secures $1M contract DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@metroland.com

One of Arnprior’s largest employers has bounced back from uncertainty to land a major contract.

Pacific Safety Products, a leading North American manufacturer of advanced armour solutions, has been awarded up to a $1-million contract from Public Works and Government Services Canada.

The company will supply soft body armour – bullet proof vests - and carrier products to the RCMP. The contract is for the next four years, subject to the number of units actually ordered, and will be manufactured at the company’s Arnprior facility.

“This award confirms that PSP remains a trusted supplier to the RCMP of protective armour solutions for law enforcement,” stated Doug Lucky, CEO. “PSP is uniquely positioned to understand the challenges for ensuring compliance to demanding ballistic and material specifications to guarantee both durability and life saving performance in the field.”

He added that it will also protect jobs at the 65-person plant.

“This is great news for jobs in Arnprior,” he said. “Jobs are important to the prosperity of the town, so this is a positive news story.”

The company also won a $500,000 contract in June with the Department of National Defence (DND).

Lucky said Pacific Safety Products is the “incumbent” maker when it comes to police and DND. However, he’s keen to be supplier to more municipal and provincial forces in Canada.

“We’re working to grow principally the domestic markets,” he said. “We are a North American company run out of Arnprior.”

However, the company has been under a “forbearance” from a Canadian bank for a few months now. It is set to end Aug. 31. It’s net losses were at $140,687 (0.2 cents per share) in the third quarter. It was at $87,378 (0.3 cents per share) in 2010.

Lucky said it is time to move on.

“We’re all about the future.”

“This is great news for jobs in Arnprior. Jobs are important to the prosperity of the town, so this is a positive news story.”

Doug Lucky

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SILHOUETTE Summer has come and gone, along with tranquil scenes like hummingbirds at feeders across the region. Follow Jim Ferguson’s Scene from the Hawk’s Eye column in The Renfrew Mercury for information on the changing seasons and how you can help our feathered friends all year round.

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the impact of our geological past on our present ecology, and pool our technological resources to create dynamic deliverables for our tourism market. Professor Allan Donaldson, of the OttawaGatineau Geoheritage Project, has come on board to produce consumer deliverables for both the Metcalfe Geoheritage Park in Almonte, and its sister park, Civitan Court in Perth.

It’s been a busy, exciting time as we work to develop opportunities to engage in Recreational Geology throughout Ontario’s Highlands, but it’s only just begun! Exploration and development continue, with new discoveries being made all the time.

The OHTO would not be able to do this project without the community, and they welcome your involvement. If you know of a hidden gem of the Ontario’s Highlands that you would like to share, please contact geology@ ohto.ca.

The OHTO is a not-for-profit organization mandated by the Province of Ontario to increase tourism within the counties of Haliburton, Lanark, and Renfrew and portions of Frontenac, Hastings, and Lennox and Addington. The OHTO works in collaboration with eight Destination Marketing Organizations, tourism agencies and authorities including: Algonquin Nation, Bancroft & District Chamber of Commerce, ComfortCountry.ca, Haliburton Highlands, Lanark County Tourism, Land O’ Lakes Tourist Association, Ottawa Valley Tourist Association, and the Rideau Heritage Route Tourism Association. Find out more about the OHTO at http://www. ohto.ca.

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tions for future development.

The Bear Lake Diggings site is also receiving a facelift – rehabilitating old collector workings and helping to define new areas of interest to ensure that it continues to be a flagship Recreational Geology attraction for years to come.

While hobby mineral-collecting is a well established activity in Ontario’s Highlands, the OHTO has identified many locations throughout the area that have possible potential to be added to the roster of public mineral-collecting sites, rounding out this part of the regional offering.

To that end, the OHTO has been working with the provincial government to help devise a strategy to improve the management of these sites as tourist attractions.

With the support of this project, construction of a hands-on archaeology pit at the Algonquin Way Cultural Centre in Golden Lake is well underway.

This interpretive activity will introduce kids of all ages to the principals and practices of archaeology while they ‘dig for buried treasure’.

The geological context of the artefacts to be found will also be explored as visitors learn about the materials the region’s first inhabitants used to make tools, refine pigments, and build sacred places.

Similar to the new display at the Museum in Perth, the OHTO is sponsoring two display cases for the Bancroft Mineral Museum to help increase the visibility of their extraordinary collection, and assist them in their fundraising effort as they work to rebuild the historic train station in downtown Bancroft.

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“Ontario’s Highlands is a region unique in Canada for the mineral diversity that is found here, which is why we are known as the Mineral Capital of Canada,” says Michael Bainbridge, Recreational Geology Project Coordinator for the OHTO. “Improving our recreational geology assets will help make them accessible to visitors to the region, allowing them to experience geology in a way that cannot be found elsewhere.”

Through the Recreational Geology Project, the OHTO has pledged two new showcases to display parts of the historic collection of Dr. Wilson (ca. mid1800s), currently in storage at the Matheson House Museum in Perth. By calling on experts in mineralogy, geology, and palaeontology, the true significance of this important collection will be highlighted and preserved for all to enjoy.

The OHTO has assisted its partners in the Bancroft and Haliburton areas to secure the rights to six public mineral-collecting sites. To ensure lasting, and rewarding, access to these destinations, the OHTO has dispatched professional geologists and members of the mineralogical community to begin exploring and making recommenda-

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Greater Madawaska

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An audit has been completed on incoming container recyclables from Greater Madawaska’s Norway Lake transfer station.

The information was shared at the township’s Sept. 22 standing committees meeting.

Samples were taken from loads received on March 22, April 6 and June 16.

The residual waste of these samples was 19.88, 19.35 and 14.74 per cent respectively.

Residual waste includes non-recyclable items, as well as cross contamination (paper recyclables with container recyclables).

Non-recyclable items in the audit samples include plastic packaging, paper coffee cups, coat hangers and DVD cases.

“Residual levels above 10 per cent are considered excessive,” noted OVWRC general manager Sue McCrae to the township by

email.

The OVWRC will conduct ongoing audits to monitor the quality of incoming loads from the municipality, she added.

Without the levels being reduced, a backhaul arrangement for GM’s garbage waste would have to be prepared.

Mayor Peter Emon said they must educate the public.

While it was noted putting up signs might help, Coun. Karin Lehnhardt suggested the best way is to have an attendant present when people arrive at the transfer station.

“People don’t read. You have to do it,” she said.

Mayor Emon emphasized, this isn’t just a Greater Madawaska issue.

Other municipalities face the same difficulties.”

SPEED BUMP ISSUE The township received a letter from a concerned citizen asking that a speed bump on Madawaska

Street be removed.

The letter from Jane E. Hunter includes the signatures of about 17 families or individuals from Madawaska, Gladstone, Mowat and Blake streets. She offers council eight reasons as to why the speed bump should go.

“The request to put the speed bump in originally came to the previous council two years ago,” GM Mayor Peter Emon noted.

“It is mainly for (slowing down) through traffic.”

Council has received three other requests to have the speed bump removed.

Coun. Brian Hunt received one recommendation in the other direction.

“I’ve been approached for (adding) another one,” he said.

Roads superintendent Jamie Doering pointed out, “at the end of October, we remove it because of snow removal reasons.”

The matter will be forwarded to this afternoon’s regular council meeting.

Greater Madawaska fire calls on par with past activity PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

Greater Madawaska fire chief Betsy Sayers says the volunteer fire department is about on pace to receive its usual 50 to 60 calls a year. “We had 37 as of the end of August,” she said. Of those, 25 came in the period of April 1 to Aug. 31.

The number of calls usually goes up a bit during hunting season, she added.

The fire chief updated council on fire regulations, noting it is legal to have a fire after Nov. 1.

“They are allowed to have a fire. They do not need a permit after Nov. 1, as we have changed the fire season to coincide with the MNR fire season that runs from April 1 to Oct. 31,” the fire chief said.

The need for more firefighters always exists, and the GMFD was out recruiting at Canada Day festivities in the township.

Sayers said a recent night-time fire drew 28 firefighters – still probably three or four short.

“Our biggest challenge is day-time fires. You have guys working,” she added.

The GMFD got a lot of information out into the community over the summer months, the chief said.

That included community picnics and barbecues, the handing out of more than 200 smoke alarm shoulder bags on Canada Day, 10 firefighters attending the first Griffith/Matawatchan Recreation Committee event during Community Day in Matawatchan July 23, the first Quest for Life Walk in Calabogie June 25; an information booth at the show and shine Aug. 27 in Griffith; Calabogie firefighters combining with the County EMS to hold a children’s night where they played fire safety educational games with the kids, and three days at Expo 150 in June where the GMFD manned the Renfrew County fire prevention booth.

People can support the volunteer firefighters on Fire & Rescue Service Appreciation Day Oct. 15 by ordering dinner from Calabogie Pizza. Your pizza will be delivered by a Greater Madawaska firefighter along with a fire prevention information kit. Delivery driver tips will be used in support of Calabogie firefighter activities.

A GMFD information line is becoming very popular as a good way for residents to find out the current status of fire restrictions in the township. The number is 613-433-2545. Fire prevention week is Oct 9 to 15.

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Special benefit in Cobden Oct. 8 Fundraiser for 12-year-old fighting rare form of cancer STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

He wants to farm and be an auctioneer, like grandfather Gerald Walsh, but he faces bigger challenges on the immediate horizon.

Tyler McEnroe, 12, of Arnprior is fighting a rare form of cancer. Leukemia is relatively common among children, but not this form. One of his grandmothers, Barbara Wilson of Cobden, said this type, known as hypereosinophilia, attacks the bone marrow and can have an adverse impact on the heart.

“There are only 35 other known cases in North America,” said Wilson, noting this form of cancer was last identified on this continent in 1998.

“He’s the healthiest sick kid I’ve ever seen. He’s a very ambitious, determined 12-year-old,” added his grandmother, who lives near Cobden with her husband (Gerald Walsh).

Tyler was only diagnosed in midMay 2011, but the good news is a perfect stem-cell donor has been found.

Tyler was scheduled to undergo a stem-cell transplant today (Sept. 29) at the Sick Children’s Hospital in Toronto.

The transplant is coming courtesy of a three-year-old girl’s umbilical cord.

Tyler, meanwhile, had been living in a rented apartment in Toronto with his mom, Laurie Selle, between medical treatments at the Sick Children’s Hospital. This is because Tyler started

This photo of Tyler McEnroe was taken when he was 10 years old. receiving chemotherapy Sept. 21.

This was to be followed by several sessions of radiation treatment this week.

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for 10 to 45 days, says his Cobden grandmother.

Afterwards, Tyler will have to travel between Arnprior and the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) in Ottawa for follow-up medical appointments.

The benefit is being staged to help foot the family’s travel and out-of-town living expenses.

Tyler’s other family members include his dad, Rob McEnroe; his stepdad, Mike McBane; and his 14-year-old brother, Braydon.

Tyler’s other grandparents, Ralph and Chris Selle of Douglas, are also helping support the Oct. 8 fundraiser, as are several other Cobden- and Douglas-area families. Musical contributors for the benefit, in order of appearance, will be the Enright children, the Helferty family, 4-H square dancers, and the Douglas Connection, whose members include grandfather Ralph and uncle Keith.

Organizers and family supporters are also maintaining the same positive attitude Tyler exhibits every day.

“We’re hoping and praying everything is going to be fine because, like every other kid, he’s special,” says Wilson.

Major organizers of the benefit are Darcy and Jen Lynch, and Tim and Teresa Lynch. To donate auction items, please email Darcy at lynchdp@yahoo. com or call 613-432-7037.

The benefit starts 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8, at the Cobden Agricultural Hall.

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Did you miss the opportunity to buy or pick berries this year? If so, the RVH Auxiliary can solve your problem. We are offering loose, frozen berries delivered from Oxford, Nova Scotia. This year, for the first time, we have cranberries and raspberries as well as blueberries.

The berries come in 2-kilogram bags and can be ordered from the RVH Auxiliary Gift Shop. Call 432-4851 ext. 291 or drop in at the Hospital during regular hours to place your order.

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Church Services Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church 291 Plaunt St. S. Rev. Russell Wardell Rev. Susan Tough Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

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The Renfrew Presbyterian Church Ministers: The Reverends Brian and Alison Sharpe Organist: Mrs. Elizabeth Brumm, H.B.Mus., A.R.CT.(2) SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2 10:00 a.m. – Worship Nursery Care Available Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

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Election News Releases

John O’Leary, Liberal candidate for Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke, has written to Bob Sweet, Warden of Renfrew County, to reiterate his support for ongoing municipal uploading.

O’Leary has heard time and again, from mayors, councillors, as well as local families, that they are concerned a Tim Hudak PC Party would stop uploading $500 million from the property tax base across Ontario.

The uploading agreement Ontario Liberals signed with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is easing the property tax burden by assuming the cost of social services, court security, land ambulance services, and public health.

Property taxes in Renfrew County would rise between four to five per cent

at least, if the Hudak PC Party cancels this agreement.

Since 2008, $1 billion has been uploaded from municipalities, giving local communities in the Ottawa Valley more flexibility to repair roads, upgrade infrastructure, and address other local priorities.

“Local priorities like improving local roads and other infrastructure need to be addressed, and many priorities won’t get the attention that they need if the uploading is stopped,” stated O’Leary in his letter.

“I believe our uploading agreement with Renfrew County must continue, and if I am elected, I will make sure that uploading continues.”

The full letter is posted on O’Leary’s website, http://voteoleary.ca.

Hudak could kill thousands of Renfrew County’s best jobs, says NDP’s Dougherty Area paramedics, hospital support staff, longterm care workers, hospital staff and other public servants are telling NDP candidate Brian Dougherty they are afraid that a Tim Hudak-led Conservative government would eliminate potentially thousands of the best jobs in Renfrew County while hurting people who depend on the services these jobs provide.

He met on Friday with members of Renfrew District CUPE Council of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) to hear their concerns and receive a campaign contribution from them. Jointly these workers represent 1,500 workers directly across the County, but thousands more could be affected in the case of mass privatization and layoffs, said Dougherty, because driving down wages for unionized workers will affect everyone.

They presented Dougherty with an unprecedented campaign contribution, $1,500. “This is far more than CUPE has ever given a political campaign in this area,” said Claude Venne, president of CUPE Local 4698.

“That tells you how concerned we are.”

“These workers don’t do easy jobs, but they are some of the best jobs in Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke,” said Dougherty.

“These workers do the hardy, dirty and often hazardous work our loved

ones depend on, and Mr. Hudak would pull the rug out from under them to so giant health care corporations could make more money.”

“Tim Hudak will cause instability in many public services,” Venne told Dougherty. “His platform says he will make everyone bid for work.

They’ll auction off the right to run our schools, hospitals, ambulances and seniors’ homes. I don’t think people want their loved ones cared for by low bidders.”

Venne said Hudak’s pledge means that a corporation can come in and make a low-ball bid to run Pembroke Regional Hospital or Bonnechere Manor and bring in desperate, minimum-wage workers, throwing people out people who have worked in these place for years.

The public will see a dramatic decline in the quality of service available to them and their loved ones, and well-paying jobs will be dumped to make rich corporations richer.

Venne said Hudak would sell off every public asset possible.

“Don’t be fooled, anything is for sale. Mike Harris sold Highway 407 to balance the books at a loss to the public in the billions.”

Hudak’s strategy aims to fatally weaken unions, Venne told Dougherty.

“If unions are destroyed, everyone’s wages and working conditions

will suffer,” said Venne.

“Unions aren’t to blame for the financial problems governments face. All the problem were created by large tax cuts for huge corporations. They stole billions of dollars from the taxpayer, and the only ones who stood up against that was the unions and the NDP. If Tim Hudak gets into power then the ability of the unions to fight for the disadvantaged of our society is strongly undermined.

“I’m troubled by the concerns these workers raise,” said Dougherty.

“At a time when jobs are the overwhelming concern, the Hudak Conservatives are promoting a plan that would undermine probably thousands of the best and most-needed, essential services jobs in Renfrew County. That’s what’s happening in the States with the Tea Party influence, and it could happen here in Ontario.”

“If your ability to pay the mortgage depends on someone who’s a support worker in one of our public institutions, you should think twice before voting Conservative,” said Dougherty.

“Only the NDP is committed to fighting the spread of privatization in hospitals, seniors’ homes, schools and other public services. And ours is the only party that will roll back corporate tax giveaways. We’ll use that money to protect and create good jobs.”

Yakabuski takes stand on forestry The forestry industry has taken some body blows under the McGuinty government through neglect and legislation, according to John Yakabuski, incumbent MPP for Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke and the Conservative candidate in the Oct. 6 provincial election.

“There has been no consultation with industry professionals concerning such legislation as the Endangered Species Act, whose changes put those in the forestry industry at the top of its list,” Yakabuski said today.

Many of the changes have resulted in skyrocketing costs to lumbermen, he added.

“I spoke to one forester who told me his costs have gone up 50 per cent as a result of this legislation because of having to put people and machinery on hold when a species may be in the area that is listed as protected,” Yakabuski said.

He went on to say that the industry needs to be able to use some common sense through amendments to the Act that would allow discretion in such situations.

“Our lumbermen have always put conservation and species protection first and we expect nothing less from them if we give them some discretionary power needed to exercise common sense,” he added.

High stumpage fees are another roadblock to the success of the lumber industry, as they prevent local foresters from being able to compete with other wood producing countries, specifically the U.S. In speaking with mill operators it is clear that one of the highest input costs is electricity.

“The McGuinty Liberals have done nothing but add to this burden,” added Yakabuski.

“We need to make changes that will support the lumber industry in Renfrew County and across Ontario, not only legislative changes but implementing new initiatives such as biomass production that will enable our foresters to be competitive and not stand in their way,” Yakabuski said.

“As the Member of Provincial Parliament for Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke for the past eight years I have always stood up for the interests of the forestry industry, which has provided so much growth and prosperity for generations of Renfrew County residents,” he added.

Yakabuski concluded by saying, “My commitment to this industry has been and will remain strong should I be honoured with re-election on October 6th.”

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Diabetes: To snack or not to snack

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GRACE LUTHERAN DONATION Volunteers co-ordinator Diane Litchfield and volunteer Val Dick of Hospice Renfrew accept a cheque for just over $1,000 from Mary Schmieder.

The donation was part of the proceeds raised at the Grace Lutheran Church’s Eganville Spring/Easter Cantata June 19. Proceeds were also donated to the Eganville District Senior Needs Association. Included in the proceeds were donations and grants from Faith Life Insurance and the Grace Lutheran Endowment Fund.

One of the long-standing myths when it comes to eating with diabetes is that you have to snack, especially at bedtime.

This can be counterproductive for a person with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes, especially if he or she is trying to manage their weight in a world of medications that have weight gain as a side effect.

So what’s the reasoning behind the snacking myth? Well, back in the day when we relied on oral diabetes medications and insulin that “peaked” between meals, you ran the risk of having low blood glucose if you did not snack.

The good news is that diabetes medical management has come a long way in the last few years.

We have flattened out those insulin “peaks” with friendlier types of basal (or background) insulin and we have medications that reduce the risk of plummeting blood glucose when taken properly. The days of the mandatory evening sandwich snack should be behind us now.

Now snacks aren’t always a bad thing. Lots of successful meal plans consisting of 56 mini meals per day can help manage your appetite and blood glucose control.

For growing kids, the elderly,

and more physically active individuals, snacks are sometimes needed to meet their nutritional needs. But for most of us, unless we are calorie-counting-savvy, two or three extra snacks on top of our regular meals may mean the difference between maintaining a healthy body weight and packing on a few unwanted pounds each year.

Here are a few snacking rules to follow: 1. Whether you have diabetes or not, try to limit your snacks to 100-200 calories each. If you have diabetes, limit your “snack carbs” to 15-30 grams. If you can squeeze in a few grams of fibre, all the better.

2. Choose real foods from Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide instead of 100-200 empty calories’ worth of refined flour, sugar, and oil in snack packs.

Some 150-200-calorie balanced snack examples include: • 1 cheese string and a mediumsized apple; • small yogurt and ½ cup berries; • 1 serving of whole grain crackers with 1 Tbsp. peanut butter; • 1/2 can tuna with light mayo on a slice of bread; or • 1 hardboiled egg and carrot sticks.

3. If you are on a mealtime insulin, you may need an extra dose of insulin if you snack

big (i.e. more than 10 grams of carbs). Talk to your diabetes team or family physician about this.

4. Remember, if you are on insulin or medications that may cause low blood glucose, it’s a good idea to carry some form of fast acting glucose (candies, glucose tablets or juice or regular pop) and a follow-up snack with you, especially if you are driving or being more physically active than usual.

If you have questions about diabetes medications, insulin, snacking or living with diabetes, contact your local diabetes program. The Renfrew County Diabetes Education Team consists of Certified Diabetes Educators (Registered Dietitians and Registered Nurses) who work in cooperation with physicians, pharmacists, and family members to deliver client-centred care. Team members are based out of hospitals in Arnprior (613-623-7720), Deep River (613-584-3333, ext. 313), Pembroke (613-732-3675, ext. 6151), Renfrew (613-432-4851, ext. 162) and Barry’s Bay (613-756-3045, ext. 240) and provide both individual and group appointments.

For advanced care they provide referrals and Telehealth sessions with specialists.

Another electronic book vendor added to public library’s virtual services SHARON SHALLA Greater Madawaska Public Library

Patrons of Greater Madawaska Public Library now have two free electronic book services to choose from. In addition to OverDrive Electronic Books that was added in June of this year, patrons can now also download e-books and audiobooks from the EBSCOhost vendor. Both these services are easy to access from the library’s website and all you need is a valid Greater Madawaska Public Library card number to log in and start downloading.

Funding for the service has been provided by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture until December 2011.

You don’t need to be a computer whiz or tech savvy to download the books. In fact, you can have an electronic book downloaded within five minutes. There are clear instructions provided on the EBSCOhost website to assist you with the downloading process and a handy Help feature is located at the top of each page, if you do need assistance. The free software required to view or listen to your books is also provided right from the website, and it’s available for Windows or Mac. The software only needs to be downloaded the first time you download an electronic book. After that, the item will automatically download using the software previously installed.

As well, there is no need to transfer your downloaded electronic book to an eReader, or the downloaded audiobook to a portable device such as an MP3 player, unless you want to take the item with you – you can simply enjoy reading or listening to these books on your computer. However, if you do decide to transfer them to a portable device, easy-to-follow instructions are provided for that process as well. What’s really convenient about the electronic books is that you won’t accrue late fees because the license for the downloaded item will simply expire after

the selected checkout time (usually up to 14 days) and it will then be put back into the system for someone else to check out.

If you see an item you would like, but it is checked out, you can place a hold and be notified by email when the item becomes available The variety is extensive with books for adults, young adults, and children in the fiction and nonfiction categories. Selections include westerns, romance, adventure, language arts and instruction, humour, health and medicine, and more!

In no way, are these electronic books intended to replace print material, however they do provide readers with another option, and they provide patrons with access to many more books than our space or budget would ever allow us to. They offer a convenience too with features for e-books that include bookmarking and enlarging the font.

To access both the OverDrive and EBSCOhost electronic books services, visit the Greater Madawaska Public Library’s website and click on these areas of the Home page, then enter your library card number. Please remember to add zeros in front of your number if it isn’t 5 digits long. The books are available 24/7 from any computer with internet access.

I recently had the pleasure of attending a meeting of the Burnstown Women’s Institute, where I provided an overview of our library’s electronic books to the ladies. I enjoyed sharing information about this great service and thank Marlene for the invitation, and Laura for her warm hospitality.

If you would like to know more about electronic books call the library at 613752-2317,or drop by the library located downstairs in the townships municipal building located at 1101 Francis Street in Calabogie. Checkout our website today at http://www.townshipofgreatermadawaska.com/library/ to learn more about electronic books and all our virtual services.

Still time for public input on library survey The Greater Madawaska Public Library has long been a community hub for the residents of Greater Madawaska Township, providing high-speed internet access, children’s programs, online databases, and resources for assisting in the lifelong learning of community members.

As the library evolves to help meet the changing needs of township residents, it is asking for community input to help decide the future of its services.

In August 2011 a Community Needs Survey was sent out to area residents in their tax bills.

The library would like to encourage community members to complete and

return this survey in order to help the library better tailor its services.

“The Township of Greater Madawaska is growing, and we want to meet the changing needs of our community,” says CEO and librarian Meriah Caswell.

“The opinions of township residents are of paramount importance in this process, so we encourage community members to tell us what they think.”

The Community Needs Survey can be handed in to the Township of Greater Madawaska office or the library until Oct. 31, 2011.

Residents can also visit www.somuchmore.ca/library to submit the survey online.

Savour the season. Catch the 2011 Festival of the Senses this Saturday and Sunday in Burnstown, Springtown and Calabogie.

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Please find me a home Each week we feature animals from the Arnprior and District Humane Society that are up for adoption.

#4135 Rusty

# 4037 Louie

Could yours be the perfect home for this sweet older dog? Rusty is an eight-year-old neutered male Beagle/Collie mix who was brought in as a stray and never claimed.

Rusty is housebroken, crate-trained and knows a few basic commands. He loves attention and enjoys going for walks. Rusty is good with some other dogs and doesn’t mind cats. He’s a gentle dog and he would be good with children.

Louie will make a great companion for his new owners. The two-year-old neutered male is affectionate, friendly and loves attention. He was brought in as a stray and never claimed. Louie is a wonderful cat with a great personality. He is great with other cats and would be good with children.

Supplies the shelter needs: paper towels, bleach, laundry soap and canned cat food.

You can call the Arnprior and District Humane Society at 613-623-0916 between noon and 5 p.m Monday to Saturday or visit www.arnpriorhumanesociety.ca

THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF GREATER MADAWASKA NOTICE OF INTENTION TO STOP UP, TO DECLARE SURPLUS AND CONVEY TO AN ADJOINING PROPERTY OWNER A PORTION OF AN UNOPENED ROAD ALLOWANCE LOCATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF GREATER MADAWASKA, IN THE COUNTY OF RENFREW DESCRIBED AS PART OF THE ROAD ALLOWANCE BETWEEN CONCESSION 9, PART OF LOTS 15 & 16.

NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Greater Madawska intends to stop up, declare surplus and convey to an adjoining property owner, that part of the Road allowance between Concession 9, part lots 15 & 16.

The proposed by-law and sketch are available for inspection in the office of The Corporation of the Township of Greater Madawaska, 1101 Francis Street, Calabogie, Ontario, K0J 1H0, during normal office hours. Further details can be obtained by calling the Township’s office at 613.752.2222.

The Council of the Corporation of the Township of Greater Madawaska will, at a Public Meeting to be held at the Township Office, 1101 Francis Street, Calabogie, Ontario, K0J 1H0, on October 27, 2011 commencing at 4:00 p.m., hear any person who appears in person or by his counsel, solicitor or agent, and: a) Who claims that his or her land will be prejudicially affected by the by-law; and b) Who wishes to object to the action proposed in the by-law.

Any person desiring to be heard concerning the proposed by-law is asked to contact in writing, the undersigned on or before October 13, 2011.

Dated at the Township of Greater Madawaska this 27th day of September, 2011.

Lindsey Taniwa, Deputy Clerk Township of Greater Madawaska PO Box 180,1101 Francis Street, Calabogie, Ontario, K0J 1H0

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Calabogie ArtFest this weekend DIANA WAKELY

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Kyle Schroeder, left, and Christopher McCrea work on St. Gabriel’s Church at Springtown. Other members of the work crew were Teresa Brydges, Skippy Hale, Gayle Blenkhorn and the McCreas – Jessica, Carolynn, Brandon and Joel.

Work continues on St. Gabriel’s, Springtown SKIPPY HALE St. Gabriel’s, Springtown

On Saturday, Sept. 24 a crew of volunteers donned their work clothes to work at St. Gabriel’s Church in Springtown.

This pioneer church is being preserved by folks dedicated to heritage. The task is great to insure that it does not fall into further disrepair. The crew previously renewed the metal flashing around the belfry.

On this day, the metal roof was tacked down with new metal placed where necessary. We wish to thank Ken Hasler’s employer, Ontario Power Generation, Stewartville Generating Station, for providing the aerial lift and McCrea’s Plumbing and Air Conditioning for the manual labour to repair the roof. It is interesting to note that a shaker roof is underneath. This 1854 building was restored in 1909 when the metal sheeting was initially applied.

Since it was heated by three wood stoves, the basement was full of wood. We removed two truckloads since we were not happy with it being stored there.

There is still more to be removed.

Although we await an architect’s report, we are attempting to do what we can to protect it in the meantime. Broken windows have been temporarily replaced by wooden inserts and the bell rope opening has been covered to prevent birds

and bats from entering for shelter. The ‘Stations of the Cross’ have been removed for safe-keeping until they can be properly restored.

The altar stone is also in a safe place. Sadly, there has been much vandalism over the years. Only one of the original statues remains and it is in pieces. These will be put together, not unlike a 3D puzzle, by volunteers with keen eyes! The sanctuary lamp is no longer there. We would appreciate hearing from anyone with knowledge about missing items.

Divers have found missing gravestones under the Springtown bridge. They have suffered and been moved by river action over the years. We hope to bring them up and preserve them in some appropriate fashion. Some of the damaged stones in the cemetery have been repaired with a grant from Scotiabank.

Water damage is our biggest problem and efforts are being made to stop it from continuing to enter the building. The flashing replacement and window and bell tower coverage are a start. We need to add soil and gravel to move the roof and spring runoff away from the building. While the church has been here since the days of the log runs, we wish to see that it is with us well into the future!

Please visit our open house during the Festival of the Senses, Oct. 1 and 2 from 1 to 4 p.m.

The Internet has become quite a tool.

Today we do not seem to function without it.

I know personally, if I want to go somewhere, forget maps, I Google the destination and away we go.

My poor cookbooks are even being ignored. I usually hit the computer and find a recipe almost faster than taking out my long-used cookbooks.

Of course, there are a lot annoyances that go along with the computer.

Malfunctions, either by the machine or oneself.

Then there are the annoying emails.

You know the ones; if you don’t send them on to ten other people, your world will collapse.

Even though you say that is ridiculous, you just can’t tempt fate.

The one enjoyable e-mail I do receive is from Robert Genn, an artist from out west. He is a very accomplished artist, but also a man of words.

His twice-weekly e-mail is very informative and sometimes quite funny.

There are many components to his website and it is worthwhile checking out. His website is www.robertgenn. com, or try http/painterskeys.com and get connected.

A THOUSAND-AIRE Lions Barry and Pat Dicks of the Denbigh-Griffith Lions Club present a cheque for $1,066.60 to Lana McDonnell at Camel Shute Campground. McDonnell won the 50-50 draw on Sept. 3. The Lions portion of the draw will go towards their pledge of $25,000 for the Lakelands Family Health Team in Denbigh. The Denbigh-Griffith Lions holds one 50-50 draw per year. The winnings are usually more than $1,000. Photo

courtesy of Barry Dicks

JILL ALEXANDER Jill Alexander has just joined RAG as a member and will be our speaker at the next meeting.

Jill is a prominent award-winning Ottawa artist who has recently moved to this area. She works primarily in vivid acrylics.

Her vibrant abstracts, oversized floral paintings and whimsical scenes of Ottawa’s landmarks are easily recognizable of her unique joyful style and technique.

In her role as the featured Canadian Tulip Festival Official Artist, Jill has painted 6 of the five-foot tulips.

Her 2011 signature tulip is the “Once Upon A Time” Royal Wedding Tulip.

Striking images of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge cover the entire surface.

In 2010, Jill presented a tulip to the Vice Admiral of the Canadian Navy to commemorate the Navy’s 100th anniversary.

The 2009 “Yes We Can” Tulip portraying President Obama was presented to U.S. Ambassador David Jacobson and is on display at the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa.

Come and hear what Jill has to share.

It should be a fun evening.

Next meeting is Oct. 4 at Trinity St. Andrew’s United Church, 291 Plaunt St., Renfrew, (please use Quarry Street entrance) at 7 p.m.

Everyone is welcome. For further information call Diana, 613-433-3635.

Reminder: Calabogie ArtFest: The Calabogie Show is this weekend at the Calabogie Community Centre, 574 Mill St., Oct. 1 and 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The tea room is open. Hope to see you there!

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From left, the then soon-to-be-married couple of Amber Stitchman and Eric Hultink present a defibrillator to the AFAC Wing. Dean DiMonte, third from left, of Response Solutions Inc. demonstrated to Wing members how the defibrillator works. At right is Wing president Ron Price.

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WING NAMES 2011-12 EXECUTIVE The AFAC Wing executive for 2011-12, in front row from left are, fourth vice Marie Wojeck, president Ron Price and secretary Joan Price; and standing, third vice Doug Ewart, past-president Dan Duchene, first vice Pat Soucy and treasurer Norm Ilan. Second vice Ken MacDonald is missing from the photo.

Newlyweds present defibrillator to AFAC Wing PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

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WING SALUTES YEARS OF SERVICE The Wing honoured members for their years of service Sept. 19. From left are Dan Duchene 10 years, Earl Martin (10), Suzanne Lachambre (5), Norma Barkey (20), Luc Lachambre (5), Audrey Green (25) and Norm Ilan (10). Missing are Frank Gratton (10), Bob McDonald (10), Dorothy Yemen (10), Donna Johnston (10), Scott Yemen (10), Jean Klages (5) and Warren Klages (5). Doug and Judy Ewart have moved up from associate to regular members.

Wing euchre party Oct. 8 and $50 for women, and second place $20 for men and $20 for women.

The person with the most lone hands takes home $20.

Hidden and lowest scores win special prizes. There are also door prizes to be won.

You don’t need to bring a partner, but bring an appetite. A light snack will be provided.

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The AFAC Wing is hosting a TLC euchre party in the lounge at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8.

The cost to participate is $8.

Organizers encourage the public to come in, and have some fun playing four-hand euchre.

“Help us raise money for people who need medical devices,” organizers note.

Winners receive $50 for men

It was a special night at the AFAC Wing Sept. 19, and maybe down the road, a life-saving one, also.

In lieu of wedding favours for their big day at the Wing the following Saturday, (Sept. 24) paramedic Amber Stitchman and her newlywed husband, landscaper Eric Hultink, decided to donate a defibrillator to the Wing.

Dean DiMonte, chief executive of program development for Respond Solutions Inc., was on hand for the presentation.

He explained that the Heart and Stroke Foundation gives defibrillators out throughout the province through funds from the Trillium Foundation.

“There are 60 defibrillators in Renfrew County, which is the second largest (number) in the province,” DiMonte said.

“Only Ottawa has more with 400.

“In terms of significance, the survival rate (of a heart attack) is less than five per cent,” DiMonte noted.

“With a defibrillator, it’s 10fold, or 50 per cent, and that’s proven.”

DiMonte demonstrated to Wing members just how a defibrillator works.

He added, Mike Nolan, Renfrew County Paramedic Service director, has trained about 2,000 people in the county on how to use this life-saving device.

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Stantec spruces up Camp Smitty More than 30 Stantec staffers were on site with paint brushes and other assorted equipment to provide a fresh new look for Camp Smitty, an Eganville-area camp operated by The Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa.

The Ottawa-based firm had staff on site to paint, clear brush and do other general labour.

“We want to ensure that Camp Smitty stays in top shape and continues to provide an exceptional camping experience for young people – many of whom wouldn’t otherwise be able to attend camp,” said Francois Lauzon, a principal in environmental remediation at Stantec and organizer of the Monday cleanup.

Stantec has worked with the

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Boys and Girls club of Ottawa for six years and raises funds to improve Camp Smitty through the annual Stantec Hockey Tournament.

To date, Stantec has raised more than $72,000 for the charity and donated $23,000 in pro bono engineering support to the camp.

Camp Smitty is named after Brian Smith, a CTV Ottawa sportscaster and former NHL hockey player, to commemorate his contributions to the Ottawa community.

Smith, who was killed in 1995, attended the camp as a 13-yearold, when it was called Camp Minwassin, and later as a counsellor.

Numerous Stantec employees pitched in Sept. 14 to revitalize Camp Smitty. Stantec staff members helping out included this team, from left, of Marie Dorgan, Harminder Kaur, Iole Faragalli, David Wilson, Isabelle Groulx, Josh Mansell, Mathew Young, Lindsay Brown-Scrbic, Kyle VanRiemsdyk and Shneay Horwood.

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It was a deal Admaston-Bromley council wasn’t about to pass up.

On March 11, 2011, council submitted a Request for Expressions of Interest (REOI) to the Continuous Improvement Fund (CIF) for promotion and education initiatives, depot upgrades and compaction bins.

The promotion and education amount has been approved.

This project will provide 60 per cent of the cost of the project.

Of the $9,000 total, Admaston-Bromley will receive $5,400, inclusive of all taxes, to implement specific and targeted promotion and education initiatives for plastic packages materials in the township’s blue box program.

The township will fit the bill for the remaining $3,600.

It has been broken down to employment and advertising.

The CIF will fund $2,700 for three summer students. One will be stationed at the landfill site in Osceola, and one each at the transfer stations in Douglas and Stone Road.

The CIF will also fund $2,700 for newspaper and radio advertising. All funds are to be spent by December 2013.

“We’ll have less to go into our landfill site,” Mayor Raye-Anne Briscoe said. “More recycling, less garbage, I’m convinced about that. I’m very pleased.”

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Preference may be given to applicants with previous fire fighting experience/training.

Valid Ontario Driver’s License, Class D with Z Endorsement or the ability to obtain such within a specified time will be required.

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The Pembroke Regional Hospital is extremely pleased to have been chosen as one of three hospitals in the Champlain Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) to develop an improvement process for the Home First program.

Designed to keep patients – specifically high needs seniors – safe in their homes with community support, the underlying philosophy of the Home First program is to get frail seniors back on their feet and living as independently as possible so that they are not admitted prematurely to nursing homes.

As part of the program, which is provincially funded and administered in our region by the Champlain Community Care Access Centre, elderly patients who are discharged from hospital are offered enhanced nursing or therapy in their own home, as well as up to 360 hours of personal support services during the first two months after discharge.

Each client is followed closely by a home-care case manager, who adjusts the services as needed.

“Under Home First, the idea is to change the default position from one of the hospital being the place that seniors wait for alternate services, to one of the home, with appropriate and sometimes intensive support, being the preferred and safer place from which seniors wait as they transition to other nonacute care settings,” said Hospital President and CEO Pierre Noel.

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Lynn Ashton, who handles the Sunday morning shift at Heritage Radio, leads the audience in song. At right is emcee Ross Peever.

Emma Lee Procher reads from the Bible, then stepdances for the audience.

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An evening of gospel music at the Horton Community Hall

There is doom and gloom in the world, and anything that gives hope – and God is hope – is very encouraging.

Gospel music is the very essence of hope, and Saturday night a gathering in Horton Township celebrated that sound.

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by Bill and Heather Craig, who host a praise program every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Valley Heritage Radio.

Last Saturday evening more than 200 people gathered at the Horton Township Community Hall to enjoy, as Craig describes, “an evening of gospel music, with some of the Ottawa Valley’s best singers and musicians, lifting up our Lord and Saviour’s name, Jesus Christ, through word and song.”` Comments from the audience ranged from “We’ve been blessed” to “Please do

this again.”

“What a privilege and pleasure to see so many smiling faces and what wonderful singing, and singing along, by all who were there,” said Craig.

The organizers extend special thanks to all who participated and to Valley Heritage Radio.

The emcees were Ross and Lila Peever and the evening opened with a performance of music by Brian Johnston and family, which included mom, dad and four children, one of whom travelled from Barrie for the event.

Tom Gardiner of The Northern Sons bluegrass band also shared his own music, while RenfrewNipissing-Pembroke MPP John Yakabuski of Barry’s Bay also sang. The house band was comprised of Dennis and Riley Harrington, Marie Brydges and son Matt Brydges, Bob

and Julie Johnston, and Jennifer Johnston-Armstrong.

Singers, musicians and dancers to hit the stage were Allan and Lois Majury, Bill and Trudie Cowan and Ursula Comeau of Arnprior; Don McIssac and Muriel, R.A. Cameron and Doug Foster of Renfrew; Pontiac residents Leonard and Cathy Watson, Frank Sosfaldi and Lynn Ashton, who handles the Sunday morning shift at Heritage Radio; Simon and Laurie Tunley of Foresters Falls; Ron Watson of Eganville; Earl, Sheryl and Emily Wall of Beachburg; and Cobden resident Emma Lee Procher.

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COLLEGIATE FIELD DAY: The RCI Athletic Club held their annual meeting last Monday in Matriculation Form. Mr. W. Ringsbelen was appointed secretary/treasurer. The committee chosen for the Sports Day are: Miss C. Millar, Miss I. Whitton, Miss G. McRae, Mr. J. Gravelle, Mr. R. McGregor, and Mr. F. Guest. The annual field day has been set this year for Wednesday, Oct. 4, and the Field Day concert will be held at the RCI assembly hall on Friday evening Oct. 6.

The collegiate sports day is always an interesting event. The local collegiate has several track and field records that come close to rivaling the performance at the big center collegiate meets. The blue and white athletes this year will endeavour to win honour and glory by setting up a few records and are in training with this object in view. The championships all promise to be largely attended.

FROM THE OLD FILES from Shetland ponies to Clydes, demonstrated that this progressive community is far advanced in production of highest standards.

SEPTEMBER 17, 1936 SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FOR RENFREW MILL: Renfrew Town Council, at a special meeting on Tuesday evening, gave Mr. N.E. Lindsay a fixed assessment on the mill property lately purchased by him. He is given an appraisement of $5,000, which is in line with policies pursued hitherto here, when industrial establishments are opened. This one has now been closed for many months and its reopening means more employment and new business generally. Fixed assessments usually run for a term of 10 years, but no special rate is given in reference to school and local improvement taxes.

Council’s action now clears the way for the reopening of the mill, close beside which a building is to be erected for the hashing of alfalfa, a new development in the milling line, and one which seems destined to grow fast.

SPECIAL HORSE ENTRY WON BY OTTAWA EXHIBITOR: The Ottawa Evening Journal of Tuesday of this week had the following item in reference to the Renfrew Fair: “At the Renfrew fall fair held Friday and Saturday last, the Special” class for Saddle Horses was won by the Ottawa entry Marathon, the property of Mr. H.H. Short.

This fine animal also did some spectacular high jumping, which brought keen interest and applause from the spectators. The exhibits of Messrs.

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LOCALS: Mr. E. Leslie Johnston, a graduate druggist of Kingston, who has been in the employ of McCall Drugstore, is now employed in J.M. Russell’s drugstore. Mr. Graham Stewart has returned to Toronto after spending his vacation in Renfrew

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A taste of the Valley, with Uncle Jim’s Meat Market This is the third of a five-part series profiling five original local businesses who have been involved with Taste of the Valley since its inception in 2007. This season’s Taste of the Valley wraps up Oct.15.

BRUCE MCINTYRE Renfrew County Media Relations

Oct. 15, 2011 marks the fifth anniversary of Taste of the Valley. What started out as a small exposition of local agricultural products at the Cobden Agricultural Hall has blossomed into four individual events featuring over 120 local producers from throughout Renfrew County.

On Oct. 16, 2007, 25 local producers showcased their products to over 2000 visitors on a Saturday morning. Of those 25 local producers, there were five local businesses that have come back to Cobden every year to take part in Taste of the Valley.

This week, we want to introduce you to one of those five local businesses, and you will have a chance to meet them and an additional 90 vendors at the fifth edition of Taste of the Valley in Cobden Oct. 15.

Behind the big bushy moustache and gruff exterior is a local gentleman who has one of the biggest soft spots in his heart for supporting local agricultural producers.

Jim Zadow of Laurentian Valley owns and operates Uncle Jim’s Meat Market, and has been providing first-rate butcher

Sonia Drife and JIm Zadow of Uncle Jim’s Meat Market. services for many local meat producers since 1987.

Jim has worked alongside long-time dedicated employee Sonia Grife and, together, they have provided the best local beef, pork and various meat products for thousands of residents and visitors to Renfrew County.

Uncle Jim’s is located just outside of Pembroke off Hwy. 41. The big sign on Highway 41 helps direct customers to his butcher shop.

Jim started in the meat business as a teenager working alongside local butcher Walter Reiche.

When Jim opened his butcher shop, he started off selling local sides of meat.

Since expanding, he has also introduced his original sausage recipes, including basil, sun-fried tomatoes, garlic and other unique recipes.

Jim also has an amazing line of pepperettes that are very popular.

When Jim took part in the first Taste

of the Valley, he was amazed at the number of people who showed up looking for fresh local meat products.

One of the original reasons for Taste of the Valley was to assist local producers who suffered during the BSE Crisis.

When customers saw the quality of local meat products on display, they were quickly snatched up.

Jim also operates a unique indoor stall at the Pembroke Farmers’ Market where his built-in refrigeration display units allow him and Sonia to showcase their products.

Jim credits the local farmers’ markets throughout the county with helping local producers sell their products in a very affordable setting.

Many vendors at the farmers’ markets rely on their personal gate sales and market sales to generate revenue.

Not only will you have a chance to meet Jim at the Cobden Taste of the Valley, but he, Sonia, and many other family members will be running a large barbecue, at which you can sample and purchase local hamburgers and sausage.

Like many local food producers in Renfrew County, Jim insists on quality and freshness, and both are delivered by Jim and all Taste of the Valley vendors every year in Cobden.

Next week, we’ll profile a local dairy producer from Renfrew who serves up ice cream to local residents, but also has loyal customers across Canada.

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At left: Joe Dobec of Jeeves Chocolate Creations, in Griffith, was among several busy businesses at Renfrew’s Taste of the Valley. Another food supplier, Delicious, also liked the event. “This is marvellous,” said Isabelle Rekowski of the Renfrew business that was serving up small hot meals. “I hope they do it every year (in Renfrew). It’s great to have the community coming out. It’s like an old-time fair.”

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supporting the local economy. We generally buy more than we sell.

And you get stuff you can’t get anywhere else.”

Jeeves Chocolate Creations of Griffith and J&J Chocolate Sensations of Renfrew were among the vendors selling sweet delectables.

Joe Dobec, who runs Jeeves with business partner Eve Dale, was attending his third popular outdoor event in the last little while, following the Barry’s Bay Taste of the Valley in August and the Renfrew Plowing Match in September.

“It’s been very well received,” said Dobec. “We’re picking up orders and getting grand identification. And it’s good to interact with the people … and people want to know where your products are coming from.”

Especially, perhaps, specialty products like Jeeves Chocolate Creations’ gluten-free brownies and chocolate-dipped bacon.

For Brenda Dwyer of Douglas, it was a good first-time exposure to Taste of the Valley. In fact, good first-time exposure, period, since it was her first public show with her new company, Cake in a Jar. Shopper Tammy-Lyn Ferguson of Haley Station was enjoying the event with husband Jamie and their kids, Sydney and Sadie.

“It’s awesome,” she said during a stop at the Cake in a Jar. “Seriously, I can’t believe how busy it is and the variety of things that are homemade or homegrown.”

Just a few of the other participating small businesses were Two Trees Soap (Rockingham), Ruby Crafts (Bonnechere Valley), Aqua Flora Fantasys (Renfrew), countrysidelane.com (Bonnechere Valley) and Delicious (Renfrew).

The crowd was estimated at 2,700 to 3,000.

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Taste of the Valley spokesman Bruce McIntyre exuded enthusiasm when talking about Renfrew’s first and very successful Taste of the Valley last Saturday.

Not only did the rainless streak continue for this, the 13th, Taste of the Valley staged in Renfrew County, but he loved the setup in and around the Renfrew Armouries.

“It’s an overwhelming success,” said McIntyre, who’s also the media relations co-ordinator for the County of Renfrew.

“There was never a doubt. My only concern was the weather,” he said mid-day. “It has never rained during Taste of the Valley events.”

Well, not so fast. A few raindrops came near closing time, around 3 p.m., but it was nothing to turn away the crowds that cruised the grounds looking at products from the 76 vendors.

“Everyone wants to buy local.

Everyone wants to support their neighbours,” says McIntyre.

“And the location (in Renfrew), it’s an incredible location. I would have used it as a blueprint if I was to go back to start Taste of the Valley again.”

That’s partly because parking is bountiful, and access to the armouries, from both sides of the building, allows for a nice flow of the crowd, said McIntyre.

This was the 2011 season’s third of four Taste of the Valley events that promote home-grown and home-made products, both edible and not.

The companies were numerous, and so were the crowds.

And the vendors sure like it.

Noreen Horst of Horst Homebaking, which is based out of Foresters Falls, beams when asked for her impressions of Taste of the Valley.

“I love it. I sell a lot,” she says.

“Samples work great because people buy more when they get to taste it.”

Brian Tubrett was finishing off a boat’s heaving line made out of monkey’s fist knot at the Luscious Lollies booth run by his wife Diana. They sell special rope configurations, used for boating and pets, as well as cheesecake lollipops.

This was the Tubretts’ fourth Taste of the Valley in the county.

“We like it. You get to see what others are doing in other markets,” he says. “And we’re into

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Taste of the Valley hits homerun

Community Four-time Juno Nominated jazz singer Emilie-Claire Barlow will be coming to Burnstown for a show at the Neat Coffee Shop Oct. 30.

She will perform selections from her Juno Nominated

album The Beat Goes On, as well as the favourites from her past albums.

The Beat Goes On was released in October of 2010, garnering great reviews and accolades for her take on the

‘60s music that she finds inspiring. Barlow was nominated for a 2011 Juno in the Vocal Jazz Album of the Year Category and an Indie Award nomination for Jazz Artist of the Year.

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The Renfrew Victoria Hospital Auxiliary has announced the winners of the sixth earlybird monthly draw in its Victorian Miniature House Raffle and Lottery fundraiser campaign.

The money raised will go towards the auxiliary’s pledge to raise money for the hospital’s CT Scanner.

The winners are Eleanor Pitts, Tammy Ferguson and Norm Eady, all from Renfrew; Frank Ainsworth of Eganville; and Pam Damison of Chelsea, QC. Congratulations to the winners and thank you for supporting this fundraising effort by the RVH Auxiliary.

There are only two more monthly draws for five lucky winners of $100 each. On Dec. 15, the final draws will be made for the grand prize of the Victorian House, and cash prizes of $1,000 and $500. If you would like to see this magnificent work of art and beauty, the house is on display at Stone Meadow’s Kitchen Shop, 350 Raglan St. Tickets are available at the Kitchen Shop as well as at the RVH Gift Shop and from members of the RVH Auxiliary.

Au x i l i a r y members will be selling tickets at McLaren’s Orchards on Burnstown Road this Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 1 and 2, as well as at the Taste of the Valley in Cobden Oct. 15.

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Every year the jazz band sells fresh oranges and grapefruit for their Trail of Two Citrus fundraiser.

This will start in late October and run into November.

Stay tuned for more information.

While on the topic of music, the former quartet, The Four Strong Winds, directed by teacher Mr. Kevin McSheffrey, took the opportunity this summer to record a CD. This CD offers a wide variety of music and contains 20 of their best songs.

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The jazz band provides a great opportunity for any student who enjoys playing music, or who wants to learn a new instrument too!

This year the band has an abundance of new members with a mix of students from Grades 8 to 12.

They play a wide variety of songs, including Michael Jackson’s Man in the Mirror and Nora Jones’s Don’t Know Why. The band includes many different musical instruments including clarinet, trumpet, flute, saxophone, guitar, bass, and drums/percussion.

The jazz band plays at several events throughout the year including school talent shows and coffee houses, and elementary schools in Renfrew County.

Also, on an annual basis, they travel to Toronto for the Toronto Music Festival.

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The student council, under the new leadership of Anthony Burton, has already begun planning a great year at RCI. The jazz and concert bands have begun to sound, with almost 50 band members, new and returning.

Choir has begun and they look forward to performing at school and community events.

As always they are under the direction of Mrs. Foohey, who is enthusiastic about the upcoming year. Unlike previous years, there will not be a drama production in the fall. Instead we will present our major production in the spring.

More details will be available as time progresses.

Our yearbook staff and the Interact Club are also active and busy.

As one can see, things are starting to take shape once again at RCI. There is a buzz in the air, that Raider feeling, a sense of pride.

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Spirit week, one of the most iconic traditions at Renfrew Collegiate, took place during the third week of school.

Students paraded through the halls sporting their finest spirit week costumes to support our school and show their Raider Pride.

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Give a Hoot for Hospice Renfrew Nov. 12 While the men are away, the ladies will play.

The second annual Hoot for Hospice, A Ladies Night Out, presented by Mulvihill Drug Mart, takes place Saturday, Nov. 12 at the Renfrew Armouries. The cost is $40 per person for tables of six or eight.

Doors open at 5 p.m. to

decorate your table. Cocktail hour is 6 p.m., and dinner by Margi’s at 7.

The night is a tribute to the music of Elton John: The Yellow Brick Road Band at 8:30 p.m.

Mark Papousek is the emcee for the evening.

The night also includes silent and live auctions,

team prizes for best decorated table and door prizes. Tickets are available at Mulvihill Drug Mart in Pembroke, or in Renfrew at Stone Meadows or from Jo-Anne Dowdall-Brown at 613-432-8080 or kevin. jo.brown@sympatico.ca.

All proceeds go to Hospice Renfrew.

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A portion of all proceeds donated to the Food Bank.

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The Ottawa River Institute is hosting a free workshop at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 19 at the Whitewater Region Township Hall in Cobden.

The workshop is being conducted by the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) and is one of 15 workshops being delivered across the province this fall.

The workshop format will be a three hour interactive discussion and a working through of an actual case study model of a solar community energy project.

No previous experience or knowledge regarding solar power or renewable green energy is required to participate. The workshop is intended for individual residents, representatives from businesses, hospitals, schools, municipalities, places of worship, service clubs and environmental organizations. Light refreshments will be provided.

Those interested in participating are asked to email or call Cheryl Keetch of the Ottawa River Institute at info@ottawariverinstitute.ca or 613-756-3884.

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MLS #800361 • Private Lot • Large garage /workshop • Close to town Call: Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

363 MHUSK RD.

$59,900 MLS#808781 • Cabin in the woods totally private • Hydro to property • Drilled well • 9 Acres Agent: Kelly Derue 613-433-2681

538 SULLIVAN

• $119,900 MLS #803386 • Updated furnace, central air, 200 AMP service, generator panel • 2 bedrooms/cozy livingroom/ hardwood floor • Affordable at $119,900 Call: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

47A BOYLE LANE

NEW PRICE

WATERFRONT $182,000. MLS#757702 • on the banks of the Bonnechere • 4 good sized bedrooms • Large country kitchen • 1 1/2 baths & main flr laundry Call: Rick 401-3212 or Patti 401-0197

$199,900 • 3 BR, 2 Bath bungalow • 3 Acre lot with trout pond • Oversized gargae/workshop

Call: Rick 613-401-3212 or Patti 613-401-0197

245 MCLEAN

MLS # 773692 • 2nd Floor - Restaurant for lease with equipment • 3rd Floor - 4200 sq ft of space Call: Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

14 LITTLE ST.

• $224,900 MLS# 793291 • Metal roof • double garage • Nicely landscaped • All brick

Call: Kelly Derue 613-433-2681

1012 FRANCIS ST.

LISTED & SOLD IN 48 HOURS

• $199,900 • Direct water access to Golden Lake • Year round home • Completely renovated • New oil furnace & woodstove Call: Rick Reid 613-401-3212

On Duty This Weekend Rick Reid Sales Rep. 613-401-3212

Call: Dennis Yakaback

SOLD

SOLD Call: Patti Reid CALL:

KELLY DERUE

SOLD CALL: VINCE JOHNSTON

I welcome your weekend call on any listed property

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EADY REALTY, INC.

Visit our listings online at www.century21.ca/eadyrealty

Brokerage

29 Raglan St. S., Renfrew, ON K7V 1P8 613-432-2100

THIS IS IT! THE LAST PHASE IS NOW UNDER CONSTRUCTION. 2 SOLD, 2 REMAINING DON’T MISS OUT ON YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO OWN ONE OF THE LAST BUNGALOW GARDEN HOMES ON ABERDEEN. CUSTOM CABINTRY, MASTER BEDROOM WITH WALK-IN CLOSET AND ENSUITE, & ICF INSULATED BASEMENT.

PHASE 4 SOLD

$212,900 $212,900

1368 GOSHEN RD.

MLS # 807691 $549,900 • Custom built home • 3200 sq ft of living space • Vaulted ceilings • 4 Beds, 3 Baths Call: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

MLS #808122 $297,900 • Beautiful 3 bedroom bungalow Go to dennisyakaback.com and check out the virtual tour Call: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

78 TOWEY LANE

1 SENIOR LANE

30 MURIEL AVE

70 SPINDLEDRIFT

542 LAKEVIEW LANE

OPEN HOUSE 92 HARTWIG EGANVILLE

NEW PRICE

$46,900 MLS #804358 Great for snowbirds. Comfortable Trailer home on leased lot in Cedar Beach Campground, formerly Mac’s Cedar Rest. Close to Golf, swimming and Great fishing. Call: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

BUILDING LOTS CALABOGIE HIGHLANDS GOLF COURSE $44,900

• $459,900 MLS #792473 • Ottawa River Living • Waterfront Bungalow • Hot Tub, Deck, Sleep Cabin • Garage & Workshop Call: Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

$349,900 MLS #802323 • Deeded access to Calabogie Lake • Walk to the first tee • Great view of Lake Call: Vince Johnston 613-433-2254

OPEN HOUSE - 97 HARVEY’S CRES

• MLS #803257 $359,600 • Log home • Deeded access to Hurds Lake • Close to Renfrew Call: Vincent Johnston 613-433-2254

Saturday, Oct. 1, 12-2pm Call: Vincent Johnston 613-433-2254

OPEN HOUSE - 27 FOURTH CHUTE RD.

DEED ACCESS TO HURDS LAKE $44,900 2855 RIVER ROAD

MLS #805082 $229,900

Saturday, Oct. 1, 2-4pm

Sunday, Oct. 2, 2-4pm

Call: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

Call: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

• Great workshop • Double garage • Well updated w/ finished basement Call: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

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Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage A locally owned Independent Member Broker

330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3 T JUS ED T S LI

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Cell 613-432-0058

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WATCH FOR OUR UPCOMING OPEN HOUSE AT 157 ELK ST. (HUNTER GATE SUBDIVISION)

12 MAC’S LANE, R.R.5 RENFREW OTTAWA RIVER WATERFRONT A lot that measures 100 feet of waterfront by 295 feet deep – so much room for family fun and boating – 3 bedrooms and two levels of total living with walk-out basement – living room and dining room with access to full length deck that overlooks the river – easy access year round – attached garage – beautifully finished interior – close to Renfrew. Call Helen to view at 432-0058

2030B HWY 132 A gorgeous property for you and your family – 6 acres on the town’s edge – affordably priced – 3 bedrooms – split level living with 4 levels of space – extra spacious living room and dining room with hardwood and eatin kitchen with hardwood as well – 1 and ½ baths – office space and laundry area on one level and the basement is totally finished for a rec room as well. Storage shed at the rear of the property – exterior is quarry stone all around – good sized deck at the rear and attached double car garage- Call Helen at 432-0058

48 STACEY DR., BURNSTOWN

Almost ready for viewing and occupancy – custom bungalow with 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths – hardwood and ceramic and full warranties in place – fully serviced lot – double car attached garage – it is lovely!

Call Helen for details at 432-0058

HELEN VINCENT

BROKER OF RECORD

319 MARY ST. A rental or a first time buyer’s home – interior completely redone with new flooring, painted throughout, 2 bedrooms, 3 pce bath, beautiful lot with lots of room for a garden – storage shed at rear plus a one car detached garage – do not miss this! Call Helen at 432-0058

818 EIGHTH ST. A deluxe 2 storey garden home in immaculate condition and with 3 levels completely finished – 1 and ½ baths, hardwood throughout this home - deck at the rear with an outstanding rear yard and totally maintenance free – privacy afforded - central air – affordable living - family room in lower level. Call Helen at 432-0058

219 OAK ST., EGANVILLE 1716 CALABOGIE RD., BURNSTOWN A great business venture on the first floor and an excellent 2 bedroom apartment upstairs on the second level – upper level has a pine setting with open concept living and dining and kitchen – propane stove – lower level has a wall fireplace and ceramic flooring – over an acre of land and all kinds of parking – traffic pattern is 4 season!!! Call Helen at 432-0058

MADAWASKA WATERFRONT

An ideal location and a magnificent home – ready to move into and completed beautifully – this Timberframe home has a deluxe lifestyle to offer you and from the moment you enter you are aware of the quality throughout – 3 bedrooms – 2 and ½ baths – rooms are spacious and so well appointed for the view of the river – a spectacular trex deck and a double car attached garage – paved road right to the entrance and easy access in every season – this is a property you need to view so do not miss a chance to see it! Call Helen at 432-0058

Hunter Gate SUBDIVISION

Just off Gillan Road.

Mack Wilson, Developer & Hansma-Beimers Construction Ltd., Builder

An ideal bungalow for you – custom built – 3 bedrooms, well designed interior with living room, dining room and custom kitchen all open concept – 1 and ½ baths – double car attached garage – spacious driveway and with well landscaped lot at the rear – ICF home with the best of construction – you need to see this for yourself! Call Helen at 432-0058

448 MAYHEW ST. A beautifully finished garden home with 2 levels totally finished – 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, newer flooring, skylight in kitchen – extra spacious deck at rear plus manicured rear lot that needs no maintenance – paved drive – central air – Call Helen at 432-0058

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O N LY 1 243 Foxden St. Move in before winter. It could be yours today!

have been Tarion Warranty Award Winners Every Year!

• 102 HARAMIS DR. Building lot in a prime residential area, measuring 57.35 feet x 112.66 feet deep – ready for construction to commence.

• COMM. BUILDING LOT - Raglan St. N. • BARRYVALE, MORNINGSIDE CRT. 2 acres - treed lot - test holes completed • COMM. LAND HWY #60 - Fully serviced - C-2 zoning - 3 parcels • HARAMIS DR. (Manor Estates) Fully serviced lots

LOTS FOR SALE

• WATERFRONT LOTS AVAILABLE ONE LOCATED AT GRIFFITH ON THE MADAWASKA RIVER – LITTLE TIMBER TRAIL LOT MEASURES 200 ft x 284.06 x 286.29 ft. x 394.59 ft – great holiday fun for you and your family • ONE LOCATED AT LACROIX BAY RD. LAPASSE 225 FT. of waterfront on the beautiful Ottawa River – beautiful location and paved access right to the door

169 GAGAN LANE CASTLEFORD OTTAWA RIVER WATERFRONT A 3 bedroom 4 season property – 100 feet of waterfront on the mighty Ottawa River – only 10 minutes to Arnprior and 10 minutes to Renfrew – lots of space for you and your family – year round access – Call Helen at 432-0058

58 ROSEBRUGH RD. HURD’S LAKE Here is your opportunity to have one property, close to town and year round living on the lake – a 4 level split level home – 3 bedrooms plus one – living room, dining room, kitchen and eating area – family room – 2 baths – hot tub and ultra spacious deck and screened-in porch overlooking the lake – single car garage plus lots of exterior storage Call Helen at 432-0058

177 ELK

SOLD

OPEN HOUSE 181 Elk St 2 – 4 pm Sunday October 2nd 2011 Proceed on Gillan Rd to Hunter Gate Subdivison and follow my signs

• NEW LISTINGS - HUMPHRIES RD ( OFF CASTLEFORD RD 2 Building Lots - Approx 1 acre each

SOLD

• MARGARET ST. R.R.#6 RENFREW - 132x165

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330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3

40 WATE 0FT RFRO NT

GREAT CENTRAL LOCATION Asking $189,900, 83 Renfrew Ave. Three bedrooms, great interior floorplan, 1.5 baths, new garage MLS#807685

YEAR ROUND WATERFRONT Asking $299,900 for this 3 bedroom, well maintained home with 400 feet of shoreline.

MLS#804712

NEWE C PRI

WELL BUILT & WELL MAINTAINED ONLY $174,500 for this solid brick three storey home, gleaming hardwood throughout, ravine lot, large heated garage. MLS# 792459

BROKER

Cell 613-432-0319

432-7562 • www.remaxrenfrew.com

T JUS D E T S I L

CORNER LOT Now $259,900, Well cared for home in great neighbourhood, three bedrooms, 2 baths with ensuite. A must see property. MLS# 798948

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PETER VINCENT

Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage A locally owned Independent Member Broker

PRIME WATERFRONT NOW $499,900 Executive Waterfront Home, great beach, solid brick home completely renovated throughout. A must see home.

MLS#804231

MUSK RAT L AKE

17 ARTHUR AVE Now $87,500, why rent when you can own.

Call Peter to view. MLS# 801214

110 HENDRY LANE Asking $265,000 with 132 ft of excellent waterfront. 4 BR, central air, detached workshop and sleep loft, paved driveway. View online MLS# 799872.

A GREAT STARTING POINT Priced now at $125,000, great open interior, gas fireplace, garage and fenced yard

MLS# 794148

WATE RFRO NT

3272 CALABOGIE RD. Waterfront Lot on Balmer Creek, asking $125,000. 700 ft of frontage. MLS# 793947

OTTAWA RIVER WATERFRONT LOTS Horton Twp by Storyland, ideal building lots. Call Peter for details. MLS#800003

220 +

GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD Surrounded by newer homes, very few lots remaining in this desirable subdivision.

MLS #803130

NEWE C PRI

ACRE S

202 AUBREY RD. Asking $199,900. Off 4th Chute Rd. Excellent recreational land, hydro to lot already.

WADE AVE PREMIUM LOT Asking $229,900 for this three bedroom, 2 bath bungalow on 1.7 Acres of land in town.

MLS#798630

MLS# 795220

ONLY

154 HARAMIS DR.

Elevated corner location, enjoy great views from your new home.

MLS# 790528

4.3 ES ACR

56 TIERNEY ST. Great Value at $199,900, large family three bedroom home with garage and fenced yard. Spacious kitchen, new bathroom.

NEWE C PRI

ONLY

$275 ,000

SOLD

IDEAL HOBBY FARM/HOME 9.7 ACRES, 228B Goshen Rd, a perfect retreat, currently used for horses, 3 BR + Loft, good outbuildings + stable. MLS# 801554.

$99,9 00

D L O S OVERLOOKING THE RIVER Priced to sell at $249,900, much to offer, three bedrooms, wrap around covered porch, large garage. Call Peter for details.

MLS# 786392

198 MINEVIEW RD. Asking $159,900 for this well maintained 2+1 bedroom bungalow on 4.3 acres of land. MLS# 802217.

697 SEVENTH ST Built in tenants, two bedroom, metal roof, newer kitchen, new 100 amp service. fenced yard, gas heat and central air. MLS# 783587.

CENTENNIAL LAKE ROAD Only $29,900 for 4.5 Acres. Great Building Lot, close to public boat launch. MLS# 743026

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sales@royallepageoneil.com Helping you is what we do. www.royallepageoneil.com SERVICE – INTEGRITY – RESULTS

Gerry O'Neil Broker of Record 613-432-2333

Sherri Cobus Sales Representative 613-432-1947

Allison Shields-Mulvihill Sales Representative 613-433-2880

Mike Coulas Sales Representative 613-432-0092

Catherine O'Neil Broker 613-432-2333

gerryoneil@royallepage.ca

sherricobus@royallepage.ca

allisonmulvihill@royallepage.ca

mikecoulas@royallepage.ca

catherineoneil@royallepage.ca

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

MLS#808698 162 DOMBROSKIE ROAD Rural and private for this 3 bedroom brick raised bungalow.

Nestled on a well treed 4.8 acre lot. Nice location between Renfrew & Cobden. Asking $229,500.

MLS#808237 668 HYDRO BAY ROAD 443 feet of WATERFRONT on Muskrat Lake. Private 17.37 acres with spot cleared to build your dream home. Hydro, septic installed, UV filter system for lake water, bunk house, satellite TV, trails at back of property. Ideal for hunting & fishing.

MLS#808689 163 RENFREW AVENUE WEST Great for downsizers! 2 bedroom bungalow garden home.

Covered entry, attached garage, patio doors to back deck. Main floor laundry. Won’t last long! Asking $184,900.

OPEN HOUSE 6179 HWY #132 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2 From: 2pm to 4pm 749 FIFTH STREET

• 3 bedroom, 2 bath home bigger than it looks • Well maintained with many upgrades & rear addition with private deck & fenced yard • $224,500 MLS#804166

Your Host: Allison Shields-Mulvihill, Sales Rep. 613-433-2880

1810 HWY#132

• Some TLC needed but great potential here for this 4 bedroom home with stone fireplace • Nestled on gorgeous private 1.49 acre lot just minutes from town • $129,500 MLS#808693

NEW PRICE

Great 3 + 2 Bedroom Family Home!

MLS#800368

816 EIGHTH STREET • 3 bedroom, 2 bath family home with private back yard • Finished lower level, attached single garage, easy access to HWY #17 • $199,000 MLS#803833

357 WADE AVENUE • 3 bedroom family home in great neighbourhood with access to miles of trails from backyard • Finished lower level, large deck, heated in-ground pool • $285,000 MLS# 797861

279 MCLEAN STREET • Just move-in – makeover complete!

• 3 bedroom, 2 bath family home with rec. room, detached garage, fenced yard, patio & much more • $179,500 MLS#805610

• 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick bungalow in great location • Private backyard, storage shed, carport, immediate occupancy • $172,500 MLS#800169

952 CHIMO ROAD S • Black Donald Lake WATERFRONT, 3 bedrooms, screened-in sunroom • This unique property comes fully furnished + all the toys • $399,500 MLS#794989

RICE NEW P,5 0 $169 0

91 LORNE STREET S. • Spacious 4 bedroom home with gas fireplace, newer roof & windows, central air • Bonus extra deep lot with large detached garage/ workshop with loft • Great potential! MLS#804158

86 BONNECHERE STREET S • 2 storey, 3 bedroom home, eat-in kitchen, spacious living room • Gleaming hardwood flooring, nice corner lot • $155,000 MLS#793812

SOLD 595 COBDEN ROAD

63 MCBRIDE ROAD • 3+2 bedroom bungalow built in 2010 with finished lower level • Open concept design, central air, good-sized foyer, attached single garage • $315,000 MLS#781868

E FEATUERRTY P O PR

720A LOCHWINNOCH ROAD

MLS#807236

Great Location for Commuters! Many upgrades have been completed for this 2+1 bedroom bungalow. Living & family rooms on main level. Rec. room in lower level. Fenced yard, private, double detached garage. Much more! Give us a call for details.

• Great Country Living! 1.22 acre lot!

• Bright, updated kitchen with eating area, living room with patio doors to deck • $214,500 MLS#796909

• 63.2 acre hobby farm backing onto the Bonnechere River • 2 bedroom home, 2 part barn, tack room, cattle loading ramp • $299,500 MLS#798656

631 SOUTHSIDE WAY • Rare Find! 155 ft of WATERFRONT on Norway Lake + 83.45 Acres with trails throughout • Spacious 4 bedroom, 3 season cottage • $360,000 MLS#804288

660 HYDRO BAY ROAD • 874 ft of WATERFRONT on Muskrat Lake + 19 Acres with trails to explore • Use for recreation property or build your dream home • $249,000 MLS#755153

1285 FORESTERS FALLS ROAD • Handyman’s Special with lots of potential • Private country location with easy access to HWY #17 • $85,000 MLS#804140

2017 CHURCH STREET • Affordable 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home • Needs some TLC, lots of potential, nice corner lot • $109,900 MLS#806141

261 PLAUNT STREET • Great potential, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, newer roof & flooring • Would make an excellent investment property MLS#798009 • $129,900

SOLD

678 ENGLISH ROAD

2385 HWY#60

264 BASSWOOD STREET

329 HARRY STREET

SHERI COBUS YOUR WEEKEND SALES REPRESENTATIVE 613-432-1947

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RVH Auxiliary brings back the blueberries ... and more YOLANDE BAILLON

How come? Well, they are teaming up again this year to offer frozen, wild blueberries and raspberries from Nova Scotia and Tracey’s ice cream.

Raspberries and vanilla sounds pretty good, or how about blueberries with a dollop of Mary Cook Special Maple?

If this sounds good to you, you can place your berry order with the auxiliary and pick up the berries at Tracey’s Dairy on Lorne Street in Renfrew.

Renfrew Victoria Hospital Auxiliary

Sometimes a match is made in heaven.

And according to most of us, that description could be applied to berries and ice cream – pretty hard to beat!

But in Renfrew, there’s another match that is just about as good. It is the RVH Auxiliary and Centreside Dairies.

Place your order now by calling the Gift Shop at the Renfrew Victoria Hospital at 613-432-4851, ext.291.

Berries may also be ordered in the evening by calling 613-433-3536 or 613-4329177.

Please, don’t delay as all orders must be received by Oct. 7.

All the money raised through this project will be donated to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital CT Scanner fund.

RENFREW COUNTY ROSS PEEVER

Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage A locally owned Independent Member Broker

Sales Representative Res.

613-432-5394

330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3 JUST D LISTE

NEW G LISTIN

$119 ,000

DUPLEX

Visit us on the web at www.remaxrenfrew.com

432-7562

1500 SQ. FT.

GREA LOCA T TION

NEW G LISTIN

491 WHELAN RD. 291 CAMERON ST. Two Bedroom Bungalow on corner lot -extremely well kept – newer kitchen cabinets- oil heat- paved drive. Call Ross for further details 613.433.1133.

384 BALDWIN ST., RENFREW LOOKING FOR INCOME TO PAY YOUR MORTGAGE? — Upper Unit: Kit, DR, LR, 2 BDR, 1-4 PC Bath Plus computer room. Heated with F.A. Oil. Lower Unit: Kit LR 2 BDR, 1- 4 Pc Bath, E.B.B Heat.

Call Ross for further details 613.433.1133.

Open Concept Kith with Maple Cupboards plus island leading to back deck, Large LR, 1 – 4 pc bath, laundry room , 3 BDR with 1- 4 pc ensuite plus walk-in closet off MBR, hardwood floors throughout, full basement all dry walled, 4th BDR, furnace room, propane heat, large lot. Call Ross for details 613.433.1133

2 DETACAR GAR CHED AGE

1157 HWY. 132 Vinyl Sided Bungalow, eat in KIT, LR, hardwood floors under rug, 1 – 4 pc bath, 2 BR, Full basement unfinished, F.A. Gas Heat, 250 AMP 2 car detached garage 17’ by 20’ asking $169,900. Host: Ross, 613-433-1133.

NEW G LISTIN

604 FORTINGTON ST. Kitchen, DR, Large L.R. with hardwood Fl., 1-4 pc bath, sec fl, 3 BDR, 1-2pc bath, full basement with rec room, BFA, Gas boiler heat, Back deck, 1 car detached garage, Don’t miss out on this home. Asking $179,900. Call Ross 433-1133.

BROMLEY TOWNSHIP LOCATED 2 KM FROM COBDEN Lot 1 – 420’ x 990’ re 9.70 acres. Price $45,500.

Lot 2 – 420’ x 990’ re 9.70 acres. Price $47,900.

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23 SENIOR CRESENT Mobile home; with large additcion, features include: kit., L.R., 2 B.D.R., family room 17’x12’, sewing room 18’x11’, propane heat, separate insulated shed, two decks out front, all this on large lot, asking $79,900. Call Ross for details 613-433-1133.

251 BASSWOOD AVE 3 BDR Bungalow, eat in Kit, LR, 1-4 Pc Bath, Hardwood Floors Throughout, Basement Consists of Laundry Room, Rec Room, Large Workshop. Outdoor Storage Shed, All Newer Windows. Home is in Excellent State of Repair. Asking $183,500 Call Ross to View 613.433.1133

GREA LOCA T TION

VALLEY PINE BUILDING 252 STEWART ST Location on Lot 50’ by 256’ in depth.

Cement Block, Approc 40’ by 28’ consiting of several offices, two large garage doors, environmental papers for property on file. Many possibilities. Asking $199,900 Call Ross to Veiw 613.432.1133

WATERFRONT PROPERTY 148 acre with 495’ on Olmstead Lake. Mostly softwood bush ie: Pine, Spruce etc. Approx 10 miles from Renfrew. Fully Surveyed.

IVER

Location, Location. Privacy; Extra Lot Custom Built Home, Mainfloor has KIT, DR, LR, Den, Large MBR with ensuite; 2nd floor has 3 BDR, 1 4-PC bath; Full Basement with Large Rec Room, Three Car attached garage, manicured lawn. Call Ross 613.433.1133 for further details.

NEW PRIC E

HWY. #132 Brick Bungalow on 1.5 acres. Separate KIT, DR, LR, 3BDR, 1- 4 pc bath, Basement: Rec Room, work shop, laundry, storage. Central Air, F.A. Oil, 2 car insulated detached garage, + large storage shed. Private large back deck.

Asking $264,500. Call Ross to View 613.433.1133

LOT ON DOMBROSKIE RD 275’ frontage, some trees, with some open land total 4.8 acres. Asking $45,900

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65 PEGGS LANE

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CONSTANT LAKE RD. CENTRAL BONNECHERE TOWNSHIP Immaculate property with 177 acres in total.1800 sq ft brick bungalow, restored farmhouse, 1 bedroom bungalow, three cottages, & five trailer sites. New outdoor wood furnace installed and services all homes. 30ft X 30ft garage. Year round income approx. $30,000. Great fishing area.

Please no drive bys. Call Ross for viewing 613-433-1133.

1075 LAKE DORE RD., EGANVILLE

331 WENTLAND RD., EGANVILLE All log home on 1.33 acres quality craftsmanship. Large kitchen with black cherry cabinets, D.R., L.R., Laundry & 3 pc bath, steel roof, outdoor wood furnace, central air. Price $349,900. Call Ross to view 613-433-1133.

Location, Location! Family home on the beautiful shores of Lake Dore. 165ft of magnificent eye catching waterfront-great swimming.The home has been freshly painted throughout.Hardwood floor in LR & hall. Ceramic tile in kitchen & bath. Livingroom overlooks the lake. Huge rec room with floor to ceiling stone fireplace. 2 car garage, gazebo, dock, c/a & c/v. New roof June/10. 3.2 acres of easily maintained grounds. $469,000. Call Ross for viewing 613-433-1133.

17 PRIEST CAMP RD., MINK LAKE Two Year Old Bungalow, Open Concept Kit, DR, LR, 2 Large BDR with double closet, 1 – 4 pc bath. F.A. Propane Heat; in ground pool, Lot 210’ by 420’. Call Ross 613.433.1133 for further details.

Community Calendar

THURSDAY, SEPT. 29 • Enjoy great music with Hwy 41 Band, Eganville & District Seniors Centre, 2 to 3:30 p.m. All welcome. Call 613-628-5324 or 613628-2354.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 • Hospice Renfrew annual bake sale at Scott and Sons Hardware, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cookbooks also on sale for $12.50.

• The Eganville 100 Mile Farmers’ Market is holding its first market from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Legion Memorial Field in Eganville. Join us for this preview of next year’s market when it will be held weekly. Vendors are offering fresh vegetables, home baking, meat, preserves, sewing, crafts, ice cream and more.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1 • Renfrew and Area Seniors’ Home Support and Arnprior-Braeside-McNab Seniors At Home Program Inc. are having a fundraising dance at the Renfrew Legion from 8 p.m. to midnight. $10 per person.

Entertainment is Mike Fahey, Peter

Dawson and a Classic Country Review as well as Cruise-N-Country.

Silent auction, door prizes, spot dances, 50/50 draw and a light lunch served.

• Roast beef dinner at Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church, Renfrew 4 to 7 p.m. Tickets $12, children under 12, $5. Takeouts after 5 p.m.

Tickets available at church office, Aikenhead’s or at the door.

• The Renfrew OPP and Renfrew Police Services Board host a seminar in Renfrew Rotary Hall at Bonnechere Manor at 2 p.m. Det-Sgt. Isobel Fitzpatrick speaks on seniors abuse and fraud.

• Enterprise Renfrew County offers the Everything You Want To Know About Google workshop taking place at the Best Western Renfrew Inn & Conference Centre in Renfrew from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

You will be shown all that Google is capable of doing for you and your business. Tickets are $25 plus HST and includes lunch and break. Must pre-register to attend and tickets are non-refundable.

For more details, visit www.enterpriserenfrewcounty.com or call 613-735-8224.

• Haley United Church UCW invites you to their annual fall soup, sandwich and dessert. Also check out the bake sale, preserves, crafts, gently-used items and book tables, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the basement of the church. Cost is a freewill donation.

• Forget baking for Thanksgiving.

Purchase a homemade pie at the

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Harvest Pie Sale. Starts at 9:30 a.m. at the Eganville Seniors Centre 613-628-2354.

2011 RURAL RAMBLE • Oct. 1-2: Arts & Culture theme weekend. Free admission. For more information, including where to pick up a copy of the official Rural Ramble Guide, visit www.facebook.com/ruralramble or call 1-800-757-6580.

OCTOBER 1, 2 • Fourth annual Festival of the Senses in and around Burnstown and Calabogie. The festival is anchored by two popular and wellattended events – Richard Gill’s annual fall show at the Bittersweet Gallery Fog Run Studio in Burnstown and the annual ArtFest in Calabogie. Some events are free of charge, some offer special prices, and others require prior registration of appointments. For more information, visit www.calabogie.org.

• Eleventh Calabogie ArtFest at Calabogie Community Centre, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission.

• 20th annual Madawaska Studio Tour, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both days. Go to www.madawaskastudiotour or www.facebook.com/ madawaskastudiotour for more.

Look for red maple leaf signs.

See ‘COMMUNITY CALENDAR’, Page 67

Open House Guide Your key to must-see homes in the area!

Century 21 EADY REALTY, INC. Brokerage

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Dennis Yakaback, Real Estate Broker 613-432-0041

Century 21

Direct: 613-860-8200 Office: 613-457-5000

20 Nadobny Lane, Renfrew - $125,900 3 bdrm, 2 bath 1.5 storey home – on the edge of town – nice size lot

Brokerage

Sat. Oct. 1 2 - 4 p.m.

Vincent Johnston, Sales Rep. 613-433-2254

Sun. Oct. 2 2 - 4 p.m.

Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage

Sun. Oct. 2 2 - 4 p.m.

27 Fourth Chute Rd.

181 Elk St.

Dennis Yakaback, Real Estate Broker 613-432-0041

Helen Vincent, Broker of Record 613-432-0058

Independently Owned and Operated

330 Barr St, Renfrew $209,900 4 bdrm 2 storey home – hardwood & ceramic – white kitchen cabinetry – close to downtown

EADY REALTY, INC.

97 Harvey’s Cres.

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92 Hartwig, Eganville

EADY REALTY, INC.

SELLING OTTAWA & THE VALLEY

Sat. Oct. 1 12 - 2 p.m.

Sun. Oct. 2 2 - 4 p.m. www.royallepageoneil.com

6179 Hwy. #132 Allison Shields-Mulvihill, Sales Rep. 613-433-2880

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3 WOOD STOVES: Cook stove, oven, reservoir and heating shelf, $300 OBO; Annex wood heater, $200 OBO; Quebec heater, $200 OBO. All 3 for $500.

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WHIRLPOOL WASHER “new model”, heavy duty, direct drive, large capacity, $250; Kenmore dryer, heavy duty, large capacity, $125. 432-2508

HUNTER SAFETY CANADIAN FIREARMS COURSE, Arnprior.

October 14th, 15th , 16h.

Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409

COUNTERTOPS. Large variety to choose from.

We provide complete installation service. Ask about our promotion.

Call Paramount Kitchens for details.

613-687-4620

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FREE 120 PAGE CATALOGUE from Halfords. Butcher supplies, leather & craft supplies and animal control products.

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WILDLIFE FEEDS - Deer & Wild Turkey survival mixes, whole & rolled corn. Alfalfa cubes, mineral & licks. Call Barclay Dick & Son Farm Supply near Douglas. 649-2620 or -2440

9 x 12 carpet $ 95.00 includes tax All laminate on sale NO TAX on selected tile

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Vaccinated, dewormed, ready.

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OLD ANTIQUE FURNITURE, old advertising coca-cola, Mountain Dew, old gas and oil items, toys, decoys, old postcards, old Halloween and Christmas items.

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HUNTER SAFETY CANADIAN FIREARMS COURSE, CARP. October 21st, 22nd, 23rd.

Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409

CHEST OF DRAWERS, small tv, small fridge (sits on counter electric) wood magazine rack, fan that fits in window.

Phone 613-432-2752

JOHN LAMBERT CARPETS

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GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES Germany and Czech, World Champion Bloodlines, Black and tan. Ready to go to new homes, November 25th. 613-622-5599 www.lindenhof.ca

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BLUE RECLINING couch, $200; blue loveseat with bed, $100; coffee/2 end tables, solid maple, $150; rose swivel chair, $30; small glass table, $10. 432-0969

WHITE CEDAR LUMBER Decking, fencing, all dimensions, rough or dressed.

Timbers and V-joint also available.

Call Tom at McCann’s Forest Products 613-628-6199 613-633-3911 www.cedartom.com

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HUNTER SAFETY Canadian Firearms Course. Courses and exams held throughout the year. Free course if you organize a group, exams available. Wenda Cochran, 613-256-2409.

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BIRD FEED, locally grown! Black oil sunflowers, mixes, safflower & nyjer! Call Barclay Dick & Son Farm Supply near Douglas.

649-2620 or -2440

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1 BEDROOM HOUSE apt for rent in Cobden with backyard, utilities, high speed internet included, $675/month, first/last required, no smoking, no pets, contact 613-570-1477 or 613-758-2549

Katie’s Paw Spa

BEAUTIFUL 2-BEDROOM Condo in wellmaintained building.

Close to shopping+ a m e n i t i e s . $1050/month includes heat, hydro, water.

Available October 1st.

1st/last required.

613-290-8669

Personalized pampering for your pet Stress free environment Pick up/Drop off available By appointment only, Monday – Saturday 8-4 12 Sherwood St, Renfrew 613-432-6468 307796

DOWNTOWN ARNPRIOR, 1 bedroom upstairs apartment, small balcony, 2 paved parking spaces. $700 plus utilities. Available Oct 1st. 613-302-1669

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HOUSE FOR SALE

MAINTENANCE FREE living, 2 bdrm duplex apt, Foymount. Nice kitchen and bathroom, very clean. Available Nov 1st, $500/mo plus utilities.

(613) 754-5461

Located near a school on a beautiful private lot!

217 Mason Avenue, Renfrew $219,000

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1450 square ft, hardwood floors throughout main floor, ceramic tile in kitchen and bathroom. Family room, 26.8 x 15.6 has open concept into the kitchen. Lots of storage throughout including a large shed in the rear yard and a single attached garage. This house offers a one bedroom basement apartment with a separate entrance for the renter.

613-432-7190 kevinregan@rogers.com

HOUSE FOR SALE 212 Elgin St. W. Three bedroom bungalow in town, overlooking a park and the river.

Newly renovated. $

139,000

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HOUSES FOR SALE

GOOD INVESTMENT Opportunity, Duplex.

1-3 bedroom and 1-1 bedroom fully rented.

Tenants pay utilities, Garage, large yard, 2 blocks from shopping. $153,900. For more information call 613-623-5847 OPEN HOUSES

OPEN HOUSE SUN OCT 2nd 2-4 PM $449,900 7440 Copeland Rd. 5 bdrm/2 baths Elizabeth Stokely, Sales Rep, Keller Williams Ottawa Realty, Brok e r a g e 613-236-5959, Cell: 613-369-5764 INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL SPACE

HOUSES FOR RENT

MAINTENANCE-FREE living. Two bedroom duplex apt, downtown Foymount, nice kitchen and bathroom. Very clean. $500/month.

Available Nov 1st.

613-754-5461

CLEAN, BRIGHT, 2 bdrm duplex. Renovated. Includes; appliances, private parking, yard, patio, basement for storage and laundry. Prefer mature single/couple. $725 plus utilities. 613-432-9550 THREE FLOORS Large 3 bedroom family home with 2.5 baths and all new appliances included. The 3rd floor can be used as a master bedroom with private ensuite.

Minutes to downtown Renfrew, K&P walking trail and Ma-te-way Park, this unique home backs onto Smiths Creek and has a large yard and deck. $1200/month plus utilities. First/last and references required.

Call Dave 613-432-1877

ONE BEDROOM, central location, secure building, utilities included. Available Oct 1st.

Phone 613-433-3285 ONE BEDROOM clean apartment on second floor, Stewart Street, Renfrew. Private entrance, parking, fridge, stove and air conditioner. No smoking, no pets, seniors preferred. $600 month plus utilities. First and last month’s rent required. 613-432-7026

FALL SPECIAL

ONE BEDROOM BACHELOR APTS. Starting from $

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613-432-8109 X115 (office)

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REALLY NICE large 2 bedroom apt, bright and spacious, with yard, shared deck, laundry hookups. $700 plus utilities.

613-432-5741

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SENIORS ONLY!!!!

One bedroom in WILSON OFFICE COMPLEX, fully climate controlled, elevator to HELP WANTED your door. A MUST SEE, VERY SPECIAL. Call 613-432-8417, ATTENTION JEWELWilson Investments to LERY LOVERS Latasia view. home party plan is now hiring consultants in TWO BEDROOM APT, your area! Earn up to ground floor in quiet 45% commission. Comtriplex, $500 plus pany paid hostess proutilities, gas heat, gram.

Linda at first/last required. No 1-877-717-6744 or lapets. 3 km east of Ren- tasia@rogers.com with frew. 613-432-7149 name and contact info.

TWO BEDROOM, two storey apartment in Haley Station, fridge and stove, $600/mo includes heat. First/last.

No pets, no smoking.

Available immediately.

613-432-6156

BOOKKEEPER Two Days Per Week Ideal candidate would have approximately five to ten years experience in accounting for not-for-profit background preferred. Have working knowledge of Sage Simply Accounting. Please send resume with a cover letter to bonnie@megram.com

TWO BEDROOM, two storey, appliances, gas fireplace, parking. 219 Jennet St. $650/mo plus utilities, first/last, references.

Available Nov 1st, EARN UP TO 819-647-3986 $28.00/HOUR WILSON INVEST- Undercover Shoppers MENTS OF RENFREW needed to judge retail LTD, 613-432-8417 - and dining establishExperience the VERY BEST BUILD- ments.

INGS and locations in Not Required. If You Renfrew. We are now Can Shop-You are offering special FALL Qualified! www.Myrates on all apartments. ShopperJobs.com Just give us a call, make an appointment. EXPERIENCED CARWe would be happy to PENTER. Call Tom show you around Schmidt Construction 613-433-4719 or fax 613-649-2655 SHARED

NEWLY RENOVATED One plus bedroom, upstairs apt, downtown Arnprior. Washer/dryer in unit, secure building with intercom, ACCOMMODATIONS parking spot, heat and hydro extra, $725 month, first/last ROOM TO RENT to 613-302-1669 non-smokers, profesno pets, NOV 1ST, RENFREW, sionals, nice 2 bedroom, fridge, walking distance to stove, front load wash- hospital and downtown. Full use of er supplied. Water, and yard, heat, parking included. home $600/mo, available Quiet area. Electric separate. $785/mo. i m m e d i a t e l y .

First/last and referenc- 432-7219 leave message es required, (H)613-646-7536 (C)613-633-2647 CAMPERS, SITES

ONE BEDROOM apt in quiet building, laun2 BEDROOM, 329 Do- dry within, centrally lominion, $700 +heat cated, $750 heat and and hydro. hydro included.

613-623-2314 613-432-5741

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& TRAILERS

White Cedars Tourist Park

HOMEWORKERS NEEDED!!! Full & Part Time Positions Are Available - Will Train .

On-Line Data Entry, Typing Work, E-mail Reading, PC/Clerical Work, Assembling Products.

HURRY, SPOTS GO FAST! - www.Ontario JobsAtHome.com HOUSECLEANER, 3 hrs weekly, preferably Monday 12 pm - 3 pm in Renfrew. Reply to Box O, c/o The Mercury, 35 Opeongo Rd, Renfrew, ON K7V 2T2

Private Campgroun INSO-TEC IS LOOKING for employees for Fall Special insulation work. Fax reSeasonal Spots Available for 2012 Pick your Spot, Pay your 2012 Deposit Camp Free for Balance of 2011 Season

sume to 819-647-3357 or email info@insotec.ca

LOOKING FOR MATURE labourer with AZ licence, log loader and Call for Viewing cutting torch experiAppointment ence. Mechanically in613-649-2255 clined preferred. whitecedars@xplornet.com Fax resume to (613) 433-9352

LOST & FOUND FOUND female kitten, Tealpoint found in Tim Horton’s parking lot, Stewart St on Sat, Sept 17. Call 613-432-7742

PAID IN ADVANCE! Make $1000 Weekly Mailing Brochures from home. 100% Legit! Income is guaranteed!

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FOUND Plush XL zippered jacket found along Burnstown Rd. Please identify.

Call 613-432-5749

PART TIME COOK Needed for evenings.

Please drop off resumes at Danny Mac’s, 51 John Street N, Arnprior.

DRIVERS

AZ LEASE PROGRAM AVAILABLENO DOWNPAYMENT! 2010 Intl. ProStars-$450 Weekly lease payment. Limited quantity, call soon. Also hiring Company Drivers & Owner Operators.

Cross-border and IntraCanada positions available. Call Celadon Canada, Kitchener.

1-800-332-0518 www.celadoncana da.com

DZ License, Clear Driving Abstract(Required) 40 Hour Week/Full Benefits PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON, WITH RESUME TO: Renfrew County Recycle Centre 610 Lisgar Avenue (Hwy. 132) CL26348 Renfrew

CLASSIFIEDS WORK CAREERS

COUNTY OF RENFREW

Employment Opportunity Public Works & Engineering Department With a responsibility for approximately 810 kilometres of road in the County of Renfrew, the mandate of the Public Works & Engineering Department is to administer and manage the public works infrastructure and the 911/Civic Addressing System delivered by the County.

ASSET MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN Full Time Under the direction of the Manager of Operations, the Asset Management Technician is responsible for the coordination of the annual inspection program of Public Works Assets and the development of long-range capital & operations programs.

Qualifications: • College Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent, supplemented with job specific courses in Public Works.

• Relevant experience preferably in the municipal environment.

• Knowledge of computers and relevant software, including databases, spreadsheets & GIS experience.

• Sound understanding of lifecycle management for municipal public works assets (i.e. roads, bridges, equipment, facilities, etc.)

• Demonstrated ability in the development of long range capital works and operational programs.

• Working knowledge of road & bridge inspection procedures.

• Strong interpersonal skills coupled with an ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.

• Valid Class G drivers licence.

Compensation: $52,000 - $61,176 per annum, plus comprehensive benefits package.

Please send your resume, stating Competition #11-106, by 4:00 p.m., Friday, October 7, 2011 to: Human Resources County of Renfrew 9 International Drive Pembroke, ON K8A 6W5 FAX: (613) 735-7590 EMAIL: hrinfo@countyofrenfrew.on.ca (in MS Word or pdf format) 307540

COMMERCIAL SPACE 1000 sq ft, 94 Plaunt St S beside Renfrew Cleaners. $650/month plus utilities.

Call 819-647-5512

COUNTRY DUPLEX, 2 bedroom basement apt, Oct 1st, 5km to town. $600 per month plus electric heat and hydro. References, first and last. 433-8975

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

September 29 2011 - RENFREW MERCURY

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

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Thank you for your interest, however, only applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.

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CAREERS

MARIANHILL INC. RECREATION THERAPIST PERMANENT PART-TIME

Duties:

Under the direction of the Coordinator of Programming, the Recreation Therapist (RT) utilizes recreation to maximize independence and promote an optimal leisure lifestyle. He/she is responsible for assessments, interventions, and evaluations to promote skill development in the physical, cognitive, affective, social, and spiritual domains, in addition to non-direct client activities.

To be successful in this position: • University Degree in Therapeutic Recreation (TR) or Recreation and Leisure Studies with TR course content (TR Specialization), or College Diploma in Recreation Therapy or Recreation and Leisure Services with TR course content (TR specialization), or Post-Graduate Certificate in Therapeutic Recreation.

• Member in good standing with TRO. • Membership with other recreation related organizations considered an asset (i.e. Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association, Activity Professionals of Ontario, Older Adult Centers Association.

• Completion of a food safety awareness program recognized by a Public Health Unit is required.

• Computer Literacy is an asset.

• Oral and written proficiency in French is considered an asset.

• Excellent attendance is essential.

BY MAIL

BY FAX

DEADLINE

Human Resources Marianhill Inc. 600 Cecelia Street Pembroke, ON K8A 7Z3

(613)735-0967

October 7, 2011 @ 1600 hrs

The Renfrew Victoria Hospital (RVH) is committed to progressive leadership in the delivery of rural health care. Situated only 45 minutes west of the City of Ottawa, the Town of Renfrew offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the benefits of a small community with the amenities of Ottawa close at hand.

RVH is currently inviting applications for the following position:

PEMBROKE REGIONAL HOSPITAL INC. L’HOPITAL REGIONAL DE PEMBROKE INC.

Pembroke Regional Hospital, located 150 km northwest of Ottawa, is a regional acute care hospital offering a variety of acute and ambulatory care services including medicine, surgery, maternal and child care, regional mental health care, regional rehabilitation, district stroke centre, emergency and intensive care. Our state of the art digital diagnostic imaging department offers a wide variety of diagnostic modalities including CT and nuclear medicine.

In our continuing efforts to bring health care services closer to home, we have expanded in the areas of systemic therapy and geriatric day program. In partnership with the Ottawa Heart Institute we offer an ambulatory cardiac rehabilitation program.

Attention Employers Employment Supports Provider Links to Health offers: - up to 60% wage subsidy for 4 months - job coach to help our clients back into the work place - Help with fall cleanup - Temp service For more info please contact Ilda Furtado 1-877-525-2142 Jeannie Godda (613) 570-0733

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If you are looking for a career that offers challenging opportunities in a progressive facility, consider Pembroke Regional Hospital as your employer of choice!

We are currently recruiting for the following position: • Registered Nurse (RN) to work in Pediatric/Medical Program. This position is offered on a Part-time basis. Registered Nurses practice as members of a multidisciplinary team in accordance with the Regulated Health Professions Act, the Public Hospitals Act, and the Standards set by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). In keeping with the Hospital’s Mission, Vision and Values, and policies and procedures, RN’s provide professional nursing care to patients. Applicants must be available to work extended shifts and weekends.

REQUIREMENTS: • Current certificate of competence as Registered Nurse (RN) from the College of Nurses of Ontario • Basic cardiac life support certificate • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with respect in an oral and written format with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines • Demonstrated effective problem solving and critical thinking skills • Demonstrated ability to apply basic computer skills • Demonstrated and proven ability to work in a collaborative care model with all members of the health care team • Demonstrated knowledge and application of the CNO standards of practice • Demonstrated commitment to personal continuing education activities as per CNO QA requirements • Demonstrated commitment to patient safety • Must have demonstrated ability to meet the attendance standards of the Hospital • The successful applicant may be required to complete: • Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) Course • Participate in specialized pediatric orientation at an Ottawa Hospital • Post Diploma courses in pediatric care from community college, university or equivalent is an asset • Recent experience and demonstrated knowledge of pediatric care is an asset • Bilingualism is an asset Qualified candidates should submit their resumes by Friday, October 7, 2011 to: Human Resources, Pembroke Regional Hospital, 705 Mackay Street, Pembroke, Ontario, K8A 1G8 or FAX: (613) 732-6348 or e-mail recruitment@pemreghos.org We thank all candidates for applying, however, only applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged.

An equal opportunity employer/ Visit our Website www.pemreghos.org

DIETITIAN

Nephrology Program & Dietary Department (pregnancy leave)

CARRIERS NEEDED

We are presently recruiting a temporary part-time (minimum 4 days per week) Dietitian to provide a broad spectrum of nutrition services to clients of the Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis programs in our Regional Nephrology Program. The successful candidate will assess, plan, implement and evaluate nutritional goals and care plans for hemodialysis patients on three sites. This position includes providing outpatient counselling services one day per month.

HELP WANTED

TECHNICAL SUPPORT ANALYST Ezipin Canada is seeking an energetic, self-motivated technical support analyst with 1 to 2 years experience for their Ottawa office.

Requisite skills include: Knowledge of computer H/W and S/W systems (PC systems, servers, Lan diagnostic), computer operating systems (Windows, LINUX), Microsoft standard office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); Experience with problem diagnostics, info analysis, training and development techniques and troubleshooting computer system problems. Responsibilities: H/W and S/W testing, monitoring servers, provide support to corporate clients, level 2 customer support, local network and firewall support, PBX configuration and maintenance and product design and development.

Requisite attributes: Work well under pressure, organized, resourceful, punctual, patient and the ability to think logically and analyze complex problems.

This is a permanent, full-time position with extensive benefits.

Fluency in English is mandatory, French an asset.

Please send resumes to hr@ezipin.ca or fax to 613-831-6678.

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The successful candidate will have a Baccalaureate Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics; a graduate of an accredited Dietetic Internship Program; registered with the College of Dietitians of Ontario, and be eligible for membership with the Dietitians of Canada. Two years recent, related experience in clinical dietetics is preferred. A Criminal Record Check completed within the past six (6) months is mandatory for the successful candidate.

Seeking reliable people to deliver the Renfrew Mercury every Thursday

If this opportunity sounds like a match with your skills and interests, please forward your complete resume and covering letter no later than October 14th, 2011 to:

Contact Chris Paveley

Julia Boudreau, V.P. Corporate Services Renfrew Victoria Hospital 499 Raglan Street North Renfrew, Ontario K7V 1P6

613-432-3655 ext 31 Toll Free 1-800-884-9195

Although we appreciate all responses, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Renfrew Victoria Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

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BECAUSE YOUR BUSINESS IS OUR BUSINESS

Long-Term Care and Community Support Services

HELP WANTED

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L’ARCHE ARNPRIOR

OFFICE ASSISTANT St. John Ambulance for Ontario is a voluntary agency dedicated to improving the health, safety and quality of life of Ontarians through training and community service. We are currently seeking a confident, energetic Part-time Office Assistant to join our Renfrew County Branch situated in Pembroke. Applicants must possess administrative experience in the volunteer sector. Excellent communication and MS Office skills are required.

Please forward resume to: St. John Ambulance - Human Resources

By October 14th, 2011 E-mail: panglin@on.sja.ca Fax: 416-923-2696

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Can’t find a spot for that New Purchase?

Reduce the clutter!

Sell it in the Classifieds

Founded by Jean Vanier in Trosly, France in 1964, L’Arche is an international network of communities. Our mission is to create homes for individuals with developmental challenges where faithful relationships are nurtured and their unique value is revealed.

DRIVERS

DEPUTY CLERK MATERNITY LEAVE - UP TO ONE YEAR

A Live-In Assistant is needed at the L’Arche community in Arnprior, Ontario. If you are interested in living in a community setting with individuals with developmental challenges and you desire to grow personally and spiritually, please send your resume to:

• Administrative lead in all planning matters, Zoning Amendments, Road Closures, etc; • Acts in capacity of CAO and Clerk in her absence; • Livestock claims; • Responsible and appointed as the Lottery Licensing Officer; • Acts as a resource person to CAO in preparation of communications to Council.

Kim Bowmaster, Assistants Coordinator L’Arche Arnprior 16 Edward Street, South Suite 103 Arnprior, Ontario K7S 3W4 Fax: (613) 623-9629 E-mail: AssistantsCoordinator@larchearnprior.org

To view a full job description please visit www.townshipofgreatermadawaska.com Please send resume to the attention of the CAO-Clerk Treasurer:

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CHIEF BUILDING OFFICIAL Reporting to the CAO/Clerk the Chief Building Official is responsible for ensuring all construction within the municipality takes place in accordance with the Ontario Building Code and all other applicable statutes through the following: • Examines plans, obtains information for issuance of building permits, conducts building and plumbing inspections, conducts investigations and reviews technical documents to assess compliance.

• Works in association with the Bylaw Enforcement Officer and Property Standards Officer including associated zoning.

Qualifications: • Should be qualified and registered with MMAH in: Legal – CBO, House, On Site Sewage System.

• The following qualifications are considered an asset - Small Buildings, HVAC – House, Plumbing – All Buildings.

• Certified Building Code Official (CBCO) designation would be a definite asset.

• Two years related working experience in the Building Construction/Inspection process.

• A working knowledge of the standard practices and procedures of the Ontario Building Code, Property Standards, Plumbing Inspection, Municipal Act, Drainage Act and several other related federal and provincial statutes.

• Experience in a municipal environment would be an asset.

• Valid Drivers License.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work independently are a definite asset.

Compensation $51,675 - $59,905 plus comprehensive benefits package.

A complete position description is available by contacting the Municipal Office.

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit a detailed resume and cover letter outlining how their education and past experience makes them a suitable candidate for this position. Applications MUST be received during business hours, no later than October 14, 2011 and be addressed to:

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Noreen C. Mellema, Chief Administrative Officer Township of McNab/Braeside 2508 Russett Drive, RR 2 Arnprior, ON K7S 3G8 613-623-5756 or 1-800-957-4621

We thank you for your interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

PROFESSIONAL TRUCK DRIVERSWestcan Group of Companies has openings for SEASONAL ROTATIONAL AND FULL TIME professional truck drivers to join our teams in Edmonton, Lloydminster, Saskatoon and Moose Jaw. PROFESSIONAL TRUCK DRIVERS: Minimum 2 years’ AZ experience, B-train experience/Extended trailer length experience. liquid/ dry bulk product experience is an asset, Clean driving/criminal record, Pre-access medical/ drug testing. Paid travel provided to/from employment location, Good Operations Bonus and more! Candidates for all positions APPLY ONLINE AT: www.westcanbulk.ca under the “Join out Team” section. Alternatively, phone Toll-Free 1-888-WBT-HIRE (928-4473) for further details. Committed to the principles of Employment Equity.

Think your pet ought to be in pictures? Now’s your chance to put “Spot” in the spotlight!

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ind a great photo of your pet pal and in 50 words or less tell everyone what makes them special. Drop the form off at the Mercury office or email your jpeg attachment and information to reina.devries@metroland.com. Pet in memoriams welcome.

DEADLINE FOR PHOTOS: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 AT 3 P.M

Pictures will appear in the Thursday, Oct. 20 edition of the Renfrew Mercury

1 Pet $20.00+ HST

2 Pets $27.00+ HST

3 Pets $35.00+ HST

4 or more $45.00 + HST

Pet(s) Name: Owner's Name: Address: Town:

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The Renfrew Mercury, 35 Opeongo Rd., Renfrew Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Tel: 613-432-3655 Do you make pet treats, provide dog walking service, boarding or animal day care, teach dog obedience, agility or need to find a new home for your pet? Then this is the place to advertise!

Call Reina for ad prices. 613-432-3655

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CAREERS

BAGPIPE LESSONS Learn to play the Highland Bagpipes No experience is necessary DRUMMING LESSONS Instruction in snare, tenor and bass drumming

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CHILD CARE

CHILD CARE SPACES available, offering educational activities, structured daily routine, breakfast, lunch, snacks provided, competitive rates, First Aid, CPR, Registered Early Childhood Educator. Information Pam Scheel 433-3754

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CHILDCARE AVAILABLE For all ages from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. $ 20.00/day includes breakfast, lunch & 2 snacks Educational activities, lots of outdoor play ECE, first ad, CPR References/receipts SHANNON

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EXPERIENCED BABYSITTER, infants and tots welcome. Hours: 7am 5pm. Snacks and lunch provided. Lots of fun and games. Receipts and references. Call Alicia 433-9750

CHILD CARE

LICENSED DAYCARE Spaces available. $15 - $38 / day.

12 mths - 12 yrs old 2 - 5 days/week.

Child’s Paradise DCC www.childsparadise.ca 613-432-2627

MORTGAGES & LOANS

Some of the things you’ll enjoy about working as part of the sales team at Metroland: • Being part of Metroland’s adventure in the online and offline world • Working in a fast paced innovative working environment • Advising clients on cutting edge technologies and industry trends • Becoming an expert in the Web, publishing, and delivery • Self-directed earnings potential In this position, you will be called upon to: • Identify and discuss advertising needs with prospective customers • Understand and promote METROLAND MEDIA products and services relevant to each new potential client acquisition • Design proposals for customers based on needs assessment • Maintain positive and effective customer relationships Requirements: • A can-do attitude with a drive for success • Good Internet skills • The desire to earn the income you want based on sales results • Excellent communication skills • Media experience is an asset, but not required.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to provide his/her own transportation Metroland Media attributes its success and winning culture to its dedicated employees. We are committed to offering you a best-in-class total rewards package, ongoing growth and development opportunities, plus a dynamic and innovative working environment.

Forward your resume in confidence to Nancy Gour (ngour@metroland. com) by September 30, 2011.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Sunday, October 2 4 - 7 pm at Cobden Agricultural Hall Adults $13.00 Children 6-12 $7.00 Five and under free

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Including transportation, accommodation, 8 breakfasts, 4 dinners, 6 top performances in Branson: Danny O’Donnell, Shoji Tabuchi, Joey Riley, The Baldknobbers, The Presleys and Buck Trent.

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Including transportation, accommodation, 2 breakfasts and shopping excursions to the Waterloo Premium Outlets, the Carousel Mall and the Salmon Run Mall.

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WORLD CLASS DRUMMER (of Five Man Electrical Band) is now accepting students. Private lessons, limited enrollment, free consultation.

Call Steve, 613-831-5029. www.steveholling worth.ca

CHILD CARE

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Fall Special SAVE 10% on your window or siding cleaning.

Dump Runs.

Chris 613-623-8418 cell 613-853-8118

Experienced Home & Business Cleaner with criminal record check and insurance • Green/Environmentally friendly cleaning products available • All supplies provided unless requested otherwise • Weekly/Bi-Weekly/Monthly Schedule or a Spring/Fall one time clean • Cottage Clean-up before and/or after each use • Selling? Available to clean homes for REALTORS or for private sale Call Janet Briscoe at 613-433-4914 or 613-433-3371 for a free estimate

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Find your answer in the Classifieds in print & online!

PETS ADOR ABL E PUGGLE .2 old. Lookin g for a lovin years g home.

Call Gina 5 55.3210

Proudly serving the communities of Carleton Place, Mississippi Mills and Beckwith since 1867

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WEDDINGS, BAPTISMS & Funerals, location of your choice. Also available small weddings, my home, weekdays. The Rev. Alan Gallichan. 613-726-0400.

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CARDS OF THANKS

JEFF ARSENAULT & EMILY HASS Jeff is the son of Christine Turcotte (Kenny) and Roy Arsenault (Theresa) and Emily is the daughter of Richard and Patricia Hass.

To anyone we may have missed, please join us as we begin our lives together on October 15, 2011 2 o’clock in the afternoon at Mount St Patrick Church.

Reception to follow at RCAF Wing, 8 pm.

I want to thank you all for the love and support you have given to me and my family during this difficult time. All the hospital and home visits, cards, phone calls, movies and magazines helped brighten up my days. A special thank you to Don, Carol and Amanda McLeod for a much needed visit with lots of caring and emotional support. Thanks also to Gramps and Ev, and all my parents’ friends for their kindness shown. Thank you Uncle Buck for all the “road trips”.

I also want to thank Sue and Joe from the Victim Services of RC for helping my mom find strength. Thanks to Dr Duggan and emergency staff at RVH and also the paramedics for their professional services. Also, thank you to the Douglas and Eganville fire departments for their first response. Last but never least, thank you to all my buddies for being there for me when I needed it most.

Kevin Kilby

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In loving memory of a dear Mom and Grandma who left us on October 1, 2001 What we would give if we could say “Hello Mom” in the same old way.

To hear and laugh, and see you smile, To sit with you and chat awhile.

So you, who have a Mom, Cherish her with care, For you will never know the heartache Until you see her empty chair.

Korean Veteran PPCLI Feb 23, 1927 – Sept 30, 2001

You are forever in our hearts!

Love: Isabel, Gerry & Chris

Always loved Wife Rita and family

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In loving memory of Leslie who passed away September 26, 2009

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Brian Grant

Remembering you is easy We do it every day.

Missing you is a heartache That never goes away.

You had a smile for everyone, You had a heart of gold.

You left the sweetest memories That the world could ever hold.

To us you were someone special, What more is there to say, Except to wish with all our hearts, That you were here today.

Deeply missed and forever in our hearts.

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BIRTHDAYS

BIRTHS

HORRICKS CAMPBELL OCT 9, 2011

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IN MEMORIAM

ENRIGHT In loving memory of a dear husband and father, Dennis Isaiah Enright March 20, 1920 October 20, 2008

In honour of

Ph: 613-432-3655 reina.devries@metroland.com

Lovingly remembered Wife Marie and family Val & Bob Garneth & Jean Conray Charlene & Terry Morgan & Jackie Brendalie & Rolly Jason & Tina Grandchildren

The blow was great, the shock severe, We little thought the end was near.

Only those who have lost can tell The pain of parting without farewell.

More each day we miss you, father.

Friends may think the wound is healed, But they little know the sorrow That lies within our hearts concealed.

Your family, Wife, Doris Sons, Lorne (Colleen), Darryl (Jean) Grandchildren, Jason, Erin, Kristin, Sarah, James and families

I arrived July 19, 2011 at the Almonte Hospital.

Weighing 7 lbs 8 oz.

My proud parents are James & Tammy.

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, OCT 9, 2011

Proud Grandparents are Bill & Faye LeBlanc and Wayne and the Late Brenda Porteous of Carleton Place.

2:00 - 4:00 PM At THE RENFREW TEA ROOM 128 Raglan St, Renfrew 307984

BEST WISHES ONLY

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IN MEMORIAM

HEWITT DIANE GRACE September 23, 2007 In loving memory of a dear wife, mom and friend We speak of you often.

We celebrate your life with us.

We shed a tear as we miss you.

But we have a laugh when we relive all the good times we had with you.

Love Brian, family and friends

WAYNE SHEPHERD 16 yrs. ago, Sept. 30/95

KELLY MICHAEL JOHN In loving memory of a dear brother who was accidentally killed in the bush on October 2, 2003

Beatrice and their children, Clela & Larry, Curry & Dorothy, Dennis & Pat, Roy, Margaret and all the grandchildren and great-grandchildren wish to invite you to an

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Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day.

Another angel up in Heaven, Too dearly loved to be forgotten.

Miss you, Donna

There is a family who misses you dearly In a home where you used to be, There is a family who wanted to keep you, But God willed it not to be.

You left many happy memories And a sorrow too great to be told, But to us who loved and lost you, Your memory will never grow old.

Always remembered Mom, Dad and family

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JACQUES, Joseph (Sonny) In loving memory of a dear brother, uncle, God Father who passed, September 30, 2006 Loving Family memories never die As years roll on and days pass by.

In our hearts a memory is kept Of a brother, uncle who we loved and will never forget.

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Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, advertise, announce or recruit, the classifieds will serve you well.

It broke my heart to lose you, But you didn’t go alone, For part of me went with you The day God called you home.

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Saturday, October 1, 2011 from 2:00 to 6:00 pm?

230 Beachburg Road Absolutely no gifts.

Please bring a lawn chair

RAOUL (RAY) LAFRANCE

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You are invited to celebrate at a country style party and barbeque

THANK YOU

IN MEMORIAM

A booklet of commemorative verses is available for viewing at our office to help you get through this difficult time.

Keith and Ruby Bennett’s 50th Wedding Anniversary

IN MEMORIAM

Love, Sisters, brother, nieces and nephews.

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ANNIVERSARIES

BRYDGES, James Allan

Announcement

Leclaire, Margaret Ann

Josh Max, Classifieds & Digital Advertising Manager, Metroland Media is pleased to announce the appointment of Reina DeVries to the position of Classified Sales Consultant for our Renfrew region.

WW II Veteran, Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 148 Peacefully at Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Monday September 26, 2011, one week shy of his 89th birthday. Allan, beloved husband of Genevieve Legree. Dear son of the late Robert Brydges and Mary Klaman. He will be sadly missed by his son Darrell (Cécile Lamoureux) and daughter Dianne Brydges (Don Manning). Survived by his brother Ambrose (Eileen) and sister in law Arlene.

Predeceased by sisters Marjory and Stella (Clifford) and brothers Lawrence (Alma), J.R. (Donnie), Bernard and brother- in-law Arnold (Beatrice) Legree. He will be missed by his many nieces, nephews, grand-nephews and grand-nieces. A special thank you to the 2nd floor nursing staff at Renfrew Victoria Hospital and Dr. Buxton for their excellent care.

Visitation will be held at the Goulet Funeral Home, 310 Argyle St., S., Renfrew on Thursday, September 29th from 6-9,pm. A private family service will be held. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital, Heart Institute or the Diabetes Association.

Online condolences/donations may be made at www.gouletfuneralhome.com

GOULET FUNERAL HOME

Reina DeVries Classified Sales Consultant

Peacefully at Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Sunday September 25th, 2011 in her 95th year. Margaret McMahon beloved wife of the late Leonard. Dear mother of Ron (Marilyn) of M.R. Feeds, Renfrew and Daryl (Sharon), Renfrew. Predeceased by infant daughter, son Delbert and grandson Nathan. Dear mother in law of Sylvia. Dear grandma of Tammy (Albert), Joe (Andrea), Jamie (Judy), Ryan (Angie), Devin (Michelle) and Ken and great-grandma of Lawson, Keilan, Mackenzie, Delaney, Kennedy, Estella, and Charlie. Margaret will be sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews. Visitation was held at the Goulet Funeral Home, 310 Argyle St S, Renfrew on Tuesday September 27th from 2-4, and 7-9pm and after 9am Wednesday. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at Most Precious Blood Church Calabogie on Wednesday September 28th at 10:30 am. Interment parish cemetery.

Donations may be made to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital.

Online condolences/donations: www.gouletfuneralhome.com.

GOULET FUNERAL HOME

Reina is a lifelong resident of the area with over 35 years of experience in local customer service.

She looks forward to meeting and helping all of our valued customers with all of their classified needs.

Reina can be reached at 613-432-3655, or by email at: reina.devries@metroland.com

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MARTIN, SHIRLEY Of RR2 Douglas, passed away peacefully in the Ottawa Civic Hospital on Monday, September 19, 2011 in her 71st year. Shirley Martin nee Wilson beloved wife of Tom Martin. Dear mother of Joyce, Blakely (Clare); Willard (Hope). Also survived by 4 grandchildren Garret, Connor, Emily, Joshua and 1 sister Shelda-Jean (Roger White), 2 brothers Glen (Loretta) Wilson, Carl (Ruth) Wilson, 1 sister in law Janeve (Phillip McAhon) 2 brothers-in-law Joe (Linda) Martin and Earl (Angela) Martin. Predeceased by 1 brother Jim (Mabel) Wilson, sister Marilyn (late Ivan) Labow and 1 brother-in-law Wayne (Dorothy) Martin.

A Memorial Service was held in St. Andrews United Church, Beachburg Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 2 pm.

Arrangements by the Fraser-Morris & Heubner Funeral Home Cobden.

Peacefully at Bonnechere Manor on Sunday September 25th at the age of 87.

Elizabeth Rostin beloved mother of Dieter, Marty Rostin (Lynn), Anita (Yvan Babin), Bernadette (Larry Haaima), Kevin (Diane).

Dear grandma of Janice, Bernadette, Ronda, Jaqueline, Gina, Tania, Sherry, Paul, Laura, Carrie, Ryan, Amanda and Shawn and greatgrandma of 17. She will be sadly missed by her sister Anita (Willie Blume) and sister in law Krista Rostin of Germany.

Predeceased by brothers Herbert, Irving and Paul. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Church on Friday September 30th at 10:30 a.m. Interment Haley’s Cemetery.

Donations in Elizabeth’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of the Goulet Funeral Home, 310 Argyle St.S., Renfrew.

Online condolences/donations may be made at www.gouletfuneralhome.com

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Another successful supper in Mount St. Patrick

Entertainers, such as Kenny Conway, help make the annual Mount St. Patrick’s Catholic Church supper an enjoyable event.

STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

Chalk up another successful Mount St. Patrick’s Catholic Church annual supper.

About 1,300 attended Sunday’s supper in Mount St. Patrick, where supper sales and funds from book sales, Crown and anchor and other games generated more than $20,000 for the parish.

The parish’s major fundraiser of the year attracted visitors from near and far in addition to orders from about 150 people in Renfrew whose deliveries, as they have been for several years, were coordinated by the Belangers of Ray’s Flowers.

“The biggest blessing is that it brings the parish together, both young and old,” said coconvener Cathy Hunt.

The other convener was Teresa Connaughan for the supper, which features ham and beans, turkey, all the fixings, including potatoes, numerous salads, desserts and beverages.

On the warm Sunday afternoon, musical entertainment was provided by Randy Foster, Dennis Harrington and several other entertainers. They included fiddler Amy Felhaber, guitarists Gerry Letang and Agnes Leblanc, keyboard player Irvin Behm and drummer Kenny Conway.

Mercury photos by Steve Newman

The long lineup of Mount St. Patrick Catholic Church’s annual supper Sunday afternoon.

Photo courtesy of Colleen Kunopaski

Larry Paquette of Arnprior, with art group facilitator Diana Wakely and resident artist Helen Mick.

Regional Contact show makes an impact

The grandmother-granddaughter combination of Viola MerchandSimon Kelly, who says he’s been helping out at the parish’s church supKim Merchand prepare desserts at pers since 1947, tests the potatoes as grandson Colin looks on. the supper.

After viewing the February showing of Regional Contact’s The Art of Giving, Larry Paquette of Arnprior kindly donated custom-designed easels for the art class.

The program featured the residents of Bonnechere Manor, “The easels have made a substantial difference in assisting our artists with their projects,” says Diana Wakely, one of the

facilitators of the art program, “and we are very grateful for the time, effort and caring Mr. Paquette put into designing and constructing the easels for our group.”

Paquette’s mother, Frances Paquette, was a resident of Bonnechere Manor for 11 years.

Paquette’s generosity is well appreciated at the manor.

Community Calendar the new Risk Management Insurance Program 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Cobden Agricultural Hall. Applications will be available.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4 • Renfrew County Federation of Agriculture annual/regional meeting will be held at the Cobden Legion beginning at 7:30 p.m. The new board of directors will be elected as well as the delegates who will attend the OFA Annual meeting in Toronto in November.

• The Renfrew County District of Retired Teachers of Ontario AGM at the Cobden agricultural hall.

The morning is devoted to RTO business and elections. However, the public is invited to attend a fall fair in the afternoon from 1 to 3 p.m. Retired teachers will showcase some activities in which they have become involved since their retirement from teaching – quilts, paintings, books, jewelry, honey, maple syrup, garden produce, etc. Some items available for purchase.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2 • The October Valley Singles Lunch will be held at Buster’s Bar & Grill in Carleton Place at 12:30 p.m. For info contact Fay at 613-256-8117 or Johanna at 613-432-7622.

• Card parties at St. Francis Xavier Hall every second Sunday at 7 p.m. until end of November. Admission $4. Prize winners. Funds to help support starving people in Africa.

Call 613-432-3950.

• Ross and Cobden St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Churches annual fall roast beef dinner at Cobden Agricultural Hall, 4 to 7 p.m. Includes potatoes, carrots, salads, pies and beverage. Adults $13; Children five to 12, $7; kids under five, free.

All welcome. Wheelchair accessible. Takeout available, 613-6462426.

• National Life Chain: Join hundreds across Canada witness to the sacredness of life from conception to natural death. This peaceful vigil is from 2 to 3 p.m. in front of the post office in Renfrew. Please come for the unborn.

Hosted by the Calabogie-Renfrew Pro-Life Association.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6 • The RVH is offering loose, frozen berries from Oxford, N.S. For the first time, RVH has cranberries, raspberries and blueberries.

The two-kilogram bags can be ordered from the RVH Auxiliary Gift Shop. Call 613-432-4851 ext.

291 or drop by the hospital during regular hours to place your order. If you can’t call during the day, phone 613-432-9177 or 613433-3536 between 7 and 10 p.m.

Your order should be in by Oct. 6.

Pick-up date Oct. 26.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7 • The Renfrew Freemasons are putting on a lunch at noon at the Rocky Mountain House Restaurant. Gentlemen interested in learning about freemasonry are invited to join us. Wives and girlfriends are welcome. Lunch is not provided. For more, contact Barry Sansom at 613-433-9038.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5 • Kelly Ziebarth, a McDonald’s employee for 29 years, will be travelling to Providence, Road Island in mid October to undergo CCSVI surgery for MS. On Wednesday, Oct. 5, McDonald’s Restaurant on O’Brien Road is holding a fundraiser to assist with this costly expense. $1 from every coffee sold will be donated. Any donations are also welcomed and your support will be greatly appreciated.

• Renfrew County Cattlemen’s Association information evening on

FOOD BANK MONDAYS • Mondays are Food Bank days at Renfrew Pizzeria. Ten cents from every pizza sold goes to the Renfrew & District Food Bank.

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Coping With Breast Cancer Breast Cancer effects each and every one of us.

You can help by joining the fight to help find a cure for Breast Cancer.

There is no right or wrong way to deal with breast cancer. It can bring on a range of emotions from guilt to denial to anxiety to fear. Women feel like they have lost control of their lives and are overwhelmed by all the decisions they have to make. According to the National Cancer Institute, some factors that influence coping include the stage of cancer, your age, your course of treatment, and your support system.

But there are some general coping tips. Follow the coping mechanism that works best for you.

• Reduce the stress of daily life by letting things go. You don’t have to do everything on your to-do list.

• Turn to a support group. You’ll meet people who are enduring the same experience as you. If a group support system isn’t your style, turn to a family member, friend, counselor or clergyman with whom you feel safe and to whom you can confide your thoughts and feelings.

• Treat yourself. Rent a movie you’ve always wanted to see, read a beach book that offers no intellectual stimulation, or take a long bubble bath.

• Don’t do everything yourself. If people offer to do things for you, don’t be afraid to take them up on it. Provide specifics about how they can help. Have a friend buy your groceries. Ask your mom to watch the kids after school. Let your sister drive you to a doctor’s appointment. It’s okay to get help on even the most routine of chores, errands and appointments.

• It’s okay to feel sorry for yourself. Give yourself time to cry if that’s how you deal with stressful and emotional situations. It’s completely normal to dwell on your diagnosis and/or surgery.

• Don’t waste time blaming yourself for your diagnosis. No one knows what causes breast cancer. It’s not your fault.

• Don’t be hard on yourself. People will understand if

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• Don’t go nonstop all day long. Take time out for naps. Even a 15- or 20-minute snooze can improve your overall mood.

• Try to see the bright side of breast cancer: It can give you a renewed appreciation for life or help you rekindle old friendships or form new ones.

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