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Teachers turn cold shoulder to government Steve Newman steve.newman@metroland.com

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Perhaps the cold was appropriate, as local educators turned a cold shoulder to both the frigid weather and the Ontario government Tuesday afternoon.

A protest by Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario members in front of Renfrew town hall was a followup to the Ontario Secondary School Teachers Federation protest by about 100 educators last week at MPP John Yakabuskiʼs Pembroke office.

Numbers werenʼt as high this week, but the nearly 50 teachers, from nine schools, had the same message — they arenʼt happy about the Ontario governmentʼs use of Bill 115 to impose contracts on about 126,000 education workers and teachers across the province. The law, which was passed in September, was scheduled to be repealed yesterday.

This is like repealing capital punishment after hanging everyone on death row, says Jeff Barber, the Local 28 president of the OSSTF, who attended Tuesdayʼs protest where the temperature was -18 Celsius.

“The only good news is once the bill is repealed it will help the dust to settle, so we can have a better picture of what our imposed contract will look like,” added Barber.

RCI teacher Adam Noack, who was among those protesting Tuesday, said Bill 115 was a demonstration of disrespect

for him as a teacher and an individual.

Teacher Laura Carter of Arnprior District High School walked around with a placard that read: “Weʼre willing to freeze. Letʼs have democracy, please!”

Other placards included: “Negotiate, donʼt legislate” and “Respect collective bargaining rights.”

Another ADHS teacher, Tim Waterhouse, said it was important to attend the protest to show the government and the public that itʼs not right to take away oneʼs right to bargain freely for a working contract.

“This is an imposed contract,” he stressed. “This is not a collective agreement.”

In a Monday, Jan. 21 news release, the Liberal government indicated the legislation “achieved its goal of ensuring fair, balanced and responsible collective agreements for teachers and support staff while protecting the gains made in education and reflecting the provinceʼs fiscal reality.”

The bill sparked legal protests in December and plans for a province-wide protest Jan. 11, but the Ontario Labour Relations Board ruled that same morning that such a protest would be illegal.

The Jan. 11 protest didnʼt happen, but teachers gathered Tuesday, after school hours, to legally express their concerns with Bill 115 and its impact.

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Tuesday’s Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario protest in front of Renfrew town hall was all about the government’s use of Bill 115. Three of the nearly 50 protesters are, from left, Ontario Secondary School Teachers Federation local president Jeff Barber, Renfrew Collegiate Institute teacher Adam Noack and Arnprior District High School teacher Laura Carter.

Frew Fest Saturday at Ma-Te-Way Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

The weatherman must be a Renfrew Winter Frew Fest fan.

He has certainly co-operated for this Saturdayʼs annual festival, hosted by the Renfrew Parks and Recreation Department at Ma-Te-Way Park, as well as the Renfrew Firefighters ice fishing derby on the Bonnechere River.

“The ice will thicken up and be ready to go.

“Itʼll be a lot safer for the participants,” recreation program director Jo-anne Caldwell said of the fishing derby.

Registration is at the boat launch, and the derby runs from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. with

prizes for adults and children.

Weigh-ins also take place at the boat launch and a good turnout of anglers is expected.

“We had 140 people last year,” firefighter Peter Whalen said.

All other Frew Fest events are happening at Ma-Te-Way to a fire and ice theme, and admission is free for all. It gets underway at 1 p.m.

The festival includes horse and sleigh rides, a vintage snowmobile show, Little Rayʼs Reptiles, Beavertails, face painting, balloons, several outdoor games, as well as a bonfire and marshmallows later in the day.

“The bonfire is set to go, with lots of marshmallows,” Caldwell said.

“We have a special guest

fire spinner. Sheʼll be around in the early evening.”

There is public skating from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre, and the Rink Rats have the outdoor rink in fine form for the outdoor skating season, Caldwell added.

There are also some events going on in the upstairs hall, including a dance.

Everything will wrap up by 9 p.m.

“It is definitely a family event,” Caldwell adds.

She adds that to kick off the weekend, everyone who brings a non-perishable food item for the Renfrew and District Food Bank to Friday nightʼs Jr. B Timberwolves game will receive $2 off the admission price.

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Protest Continued from front

While the government said Bill 115 was used to promote goodwill and stability, Kelly Melanson, the ETFOʼs local first-vice president, said it has done anything but that.

“We want the public to know that this (protest) is continuing because of the governmentʼs actions,” said Melanson, who also teaches at Rockwood Public School in Pembroke. “The point of todayʼs (Jan. 22) rally is to make our government aware that we will continue to fight against this bill until it is completely forgotten about.”

Bill 115 opened a very dangerous door, added Melanson.

“We fought for decades for the rights that we have in our agreements. We donʼt want any government thatʼs going to go in, above the law, and change things that have been there in contracts for decades.

We want to make sure that this door, that has been opened, is slammed as tight as possible.”

Meanwhile, ETFO and OSSTF are advising their members to refrain from voluntary or extracurricular activities, including certain professional development, student council meetings and sports.

Local ETFO president Allison Ryan, who was out of town on business and unable to attend Tuesdayʼs protest, still spoke to The Renfrew Mercury.

“Our members are still up-

set with the fact the government used Bill 115 … We are asking members to think very carefully about what they do.

Because (the government) imposed a contract doesnʼt mean you can impose goodwill.”

And legal protests are one way to express that displeasure, said Ryan. A Renfrew County bus load of educators will join a protest at Saturdayʼs Liberal leadership convention in Toronto.

Meanwhile, Barber says teachers remain concerned that what happened to them (with the ministryʼs imposition of contracts) could be repeated in other job sectors.

“Weʼre trying to put an end to Bill 115 and what Bill 115 did,” said Barber.

“The real scary part is: Is there a Bill 116? Is there a Bill 117? How far are they willing to go to achieve their goals?

Weʼve maintained right from the outset that if everyone can sit down and negotiate, everyone will be that much happier.

Weʼll end up with a deal that will satisfy both sides.”

Barber says the OSSTF and ETFO also plan to meet with the governing Liberal partyʼs new leadership team, following this weekendʼs leadership convention, while evaluating the teachersʼ role in extracurricular activities and other matters.

Tuesdayʼs protest in Renfrew did not include the Renfrew County Catholic District School Board, whose tentative agreement was among 65 ratified by the Ontario government Dec. 31, 2012.

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Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario members hosted a protest Tuesday at Renfrew town hall to express their displeasure with the provincial government’s use of Bill 115. From left are Brian Reid of Arnprior District High School, Amanda Gibbons of Admaston Public School, OSSTF local president Jeff Barber, ETFO first vice-president Kelly Melanson (who also teaches at Rockwood Public School), Lucie Sauvé of Queen Elizabeth Public School and Colleen Mackin of Admaston Public School.

Another 400 other contracts were implemented by Education Minister Lauren Broten on Jan. 3.

Meanwhile, teachers are

saying they very well could withdraw involvement for most extracurricular activities until their current contract ends Aug. 31, 2014.

iPads are education tools at QEPS

Tuesdayʼs protest was attended by teachers, educational assistants and other employees from the Opeongo, RCI, Arnprior and Barryʼs

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Queen Elizabeth Public School (QEPS) is home to one of the Renfrew County District School Boardʼs iPad pilot projects proving the popular touch-screen, tiny personal computer can be a powerful education tool.

The RCDSBʼs Information Technology Department gave the school 30 iPads for the 2012-2013 school year. The department asked Principal Lisa Murphy to deploy the iPads in to six classes on a fulltime basis.

“We are interested in not only knowing and learning about how iPads can support students in the classroom but also knowing if this full-time deployment is an effective model,” RCDSB Instructional Technology Leader Stephen Blok said. “We have a theory that children will become more proficient with the devices when they have them available and are able to use them on a permanent basis.

We also need to know if five devices are enough to be effective.”

On Wednesday, Nov. 7 Blok, RCDSB Student Success Leader Brent McIntyre, QEPS Principal Lisa Murphy and several RCDSB teachers spent time discussing the pilot project and observing Teacher Ann Lefebvre and her Grade 3/4 class as they worked out a math problem involving intervals. Some students used iPads to work on the problem

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Steve Blok (centre) with teacher Heather Raudssus and Grade 3 student Hope Simons. while other students worked without an iPad. “Weʼre really interested to see how teachers use iPads when they are there all day long,” Blok said. “Does that build capacity? How does that help us deploy them? How does this differ from having similar technology kept in a separate lab?”

Lefebvreʼs class worked on the project diligently – some students using pencils and paper and number lines while others did their work and methodology completely on an iPad. Lefebvre has been using iPads in her classroom for the last two school years.

“Thatʼs the thing with the iPads,” Lefebvre told the assembled observers. “I donʼt have all the answers but the

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Blok says, while Ms. Lefebvreʼs students are learning about new education tools, this observable model is also a teaching tool for the assembled group, who interacted and discussed the math problem with the students during the model.

“This is the thrust of teacher professional learning,” Blok said. “We are providing time for teachers to get together to discuss effective practice and to learn from each other and observe each other teaching.”

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Horton Township council hopes engineering study is $5,607 solution Steve Newman steve.newman@metroland.com

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MP Cheryl Gallant is surrounded in the Horton Community Centre kitchen by others expressing their satisfaction with the newest federal grant for the township. From left are Coun. Bob Kingsbury, Coun. Margaret Whyte, volunteer Barbara Dickson, Gallant, recreation program manager Kathleen Rogers, volunteer Valerie Miller and Mayor Don Eady.

The grant is for expansion of the community centre facilities, including the kitchen.

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Jokingly, Gallant said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I understand that they had so much fun knocking a hole in that wall (across the room) to make the stairwell accessible for those who canĘźt climb the stairs, that they now have another big project in mind.â&#x20AC;?

Mayor Eady explained the project will include expansion of the kitchen and its adjacent bar.

Knocking down the kitchenĘźs nearest wall will also provide more space for the portable stage that already requires about two hours (by two men) to assemble, or to take down, to provide more space for some recreational activities within the centre.

By moving the stage back toward the new wall, there will also be more room for tables.

The expansion should also provide a utility room for onsite janitorial supplies. â&#x20AC;&#x153;ItĘźs so much better for the facility. WeĘźll be able to hold more people and events,â&#x20AC;? said Coun. Whyte, who chairs the recreation committee.

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For future developments, itĘźs more likely those studiesĘź costs will be absorbed by the developer, suggested McLaren. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lots has happened in the world, in Horton Township, in development,â&#x20AC;? said McLaren. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We now have a subdivision planned that is getting close to draft approval, which is going to change the whole way development happens in Horton Township. And that would reďŹ&#x201A;ect on any future developments like this, where existing concession roads are opened up and lots are subdivided. So the game is changed, or will be changing, very shortly.â&#x20AC;?

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Horton Township volunteers, staff and council members all applaud the existence of their community centre, but they should be even happier following expansion of the popular facility.

Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MP Cheryl Gallant announced that Horton Township will receive $33,333, toward a total project cost of $100,000 to relocate the southwest wall.

This will enable the wall to be moved toward the parking lot an estimated 16 feet, and allow for expansion of areas for the bar, kitchen and stage.

Design plans are still in the works, but Mayor Don Eady says the plan is for this project not to result in any increased taxes.

He also said council has some fundraising plans in mind, and fundraising will be pursued to pay for the remaining cost of the project.

MP Gallant was on hand, during the townshipĘźs ďŹ rst ofďŹ cial coffee club, to make the announcement Jan. 10.

More than 30 people were in attendance, including

Mayor Eady and councillors Bob Kingsbury and Margaret Whyte.

The money is being provided through the federal governmentĘźs Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It brings many good memories of those Canada Days, and the bacon-and-egg breakfasts,â&#x20AC;? said Gallant, looking around the community centre. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This recreation centre, as we know, is a multi-purpose facility and a wonderful source of enjoyment for people of all ages,â&#x20AC;? said Gallant. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Facilities like this are the foundation of communities like this, bringing family and residents together, in good times and in sad times.â&#x20AC;?

The federal governmentĘźs one-third portion comes through the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund.

The remaining two-thirds, or $66,667, will be covered by the municipality. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By helping to improve these facilities, weĘźre helping our communities to grow and making them better places to live,â&#x20AC;? said Gallant.

Upgrading the community centre will help the facility reach its full potential.

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The Humphries Road extension, off Castleford Road, is expected to soon become the responsibility of Horton Township.

But not until Stantec completes an engineering study of the 1,200-foot extension that contains ďŹ ve residential properties, of which one remains to be developed.

The pros and cons of that study, and work done on the road since 2007, were debated and summarized for more than an hour in Horton councilĘźs Jan. 8 monthly meeting.

To date, road upgrades requested by the township have been done by developers Bob and Julie Johnston. Following the engineering study this spring, council is expected to approve transfer of maintenance duties of the Humphries Road extension from the Johnstons to the township.

The cost of the engineering will be borne by the township, but look for such engineering studies, for similar agreements, to change in the near future.

The JohnstonsĘź agreement with the township, which dates back to 2007, was similar to developments that happened in previous years on Grantham Road and on the extension of Jim Barr Road, says Horton CAO Mackie McLaren.

Upgrades to the Humphries Road extension have involved enlarging the turnaround, widening the road and deepening the ditches, to meet requirements requested by the townshipĘźs former infrastructure manager. â&#x20AC;&#x153;IĘźm not an engineer â&#x20AC;Ś the only thing is it shows due diligence and it protects both parties. It protects council and it protects the developer,â&#x20AC;? said Coun. Margaret Whyte of the engineering study.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;As you said, Councillor Kingsbury, maybe it should be a standard for all roads (being developed).â&#x20AC;?

Coun. Glen Campbell indicated there was a lack of paperwork. His reference was to the former infrastructure manager, who was relieved of his duties several months ago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donĘźt want to talk about the past, but as far as the method behind the madness, nothing was forthcoming, nothing was on record as being ready and signed off â&#x20AC;Ś nothing that would indicate to this (public works) committee â&#x20AC;Ś and itĘźs all on record. If we turned the volume down, youĘźd still hear my voice echoing through the hallways, saying, ĘťMore, more, more paperwork.Ęźâ&#x20AC;?

The lack of paperwork, said Campbell, was behind the committeeĘźs recommendation to support the $5,607 Stantec engineering review.

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In his inaugural address, Horton Mayor Don Eady summarized a list of nearly 20 accomplishments in 2012 that he attributed to township council, staff or volunteers.

The first item he mentioned, during the Jan. 8 session of Horton council, was Martin Cemetery restoration.

The project was spearheaded by a core of volunteers, among them David Brown, Norm Eady, Reg Laventure and Andy Kluke, at whatʼs thought to be Renfrew Countyʼs oldest cemetery. Upgrades included tombstone restoration and erection of a fence to separate the cemetery from the adjacent Whitton Road.

Other accomplishments included completion of the townshipʼs human resources review, under the direction of Coun. Bob Kingsbury; installation of the chairlift at the community centre with the assistance of a federal government accessibility grant; creation of a safety committee; and initiation of daily and seasonal parking fees for the boat launch.

“Itʼs a small thing, but itʼs a big thing,” said Eady of the boat-launch fees, “because I think it took us to the point of at least breaking even, and not going to the taxpayer for a lot of extra money (to develop the boat launch facilities).”

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“On the record,” said Campbell, “I really donʼt want to spend township money, I really donʼt. But there were

Eady also expressed satisfaction with the recent signing of a debenture to pay off almost $400,000 in township debt over nine years at 2.5 per cent interest.

“We have a little over $200,000 in other debt that weʼre carrying through our cash flow … I think weʼve done a really good job in putting our debt into order, so itʼs not going to be a huge burden on the taxpayers from here on in. We know where we sit, and weʼre also flexible that we can pay some of it back, if we wish to at anytime, if we run into a windfall.”

One of the townshipʼs really big accomplishments, added Eady, was resolving a zoning issue that had lasted more than a decade for residents in the Garden Lake and Catherine Lake area. The issue was solved by removing the requirement for a registered right of way, since property owners had proven they had a legal right to use the road in question.

There were also road improvements, with the help of County of Renfrew and Ministry of Transportation work on Bruce Street, in and around the turnoff to Garden of Eden Road. Other construction improvements, done by the townshipʼs public works department, included gravel resurfacing on Garden of Eden, McBride and Johnston roads.

Eady also mentioned seven

volunteers, who received provincial service awards at a special ceremony in Petawawa.

“That just shows how the people of Horton are, and how they give of themselves,” said Eady.

The mayor said other Horton accomplishments included the fire departmentʼs development of a business plan to build a pumphouse and washrooms at the boat launch, and the purchase of a propane stove for the community centre. Half the cost of the stove is coming from sales of a cookbook created by Horton volunteers Val Miller and Sandy Black, while other community initiative included the construction, by Renfrew Collegiate Institute students, of an attendance building for the landfill site. This project, led by Coun. Jamey Larone, was facilitated by the donation of materials from local businesses and residents.

Important activities spearheaded by council and staff, said Eady, included development of a committee to consider whether to develop or dispose of Ottawa River property, on former Timber Town land. A possible use is a swimming-and-picnic area.

The committee is expected to meet within the next month.

Other developments included development of Hortonʼs landfill site, with new cells established for holding sorted material. This step

enough valid concerns from the committee and myself …

The problem is I have no documentation to bring forward to the (public works) committee, or to this council, stating thatʼs what it is…. I donʼt want to see something further

down the road coming out of the woodwork when weʼre not expecting it.”

Referring to the $5,607 study, he concluded: “For that reason, if it costs a little to get a lot out of it, to answer the questions, Iʼm all for it.”

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should result in about $5,000 in waste-managements savings in 2013, said Eady.

“The more important part of that is we will be diverting more material out of the landfill site, sending it some place else, and extending the life of the landfill site,” said the mayor.

“Thatʼs where the money (savings) are, when you extend the life of the landfill site. You donʼt see (the savings) until you have to get a new (landfill).”

The mayor indicated other accomplishments included rebuilding two big sections of Pinnacle Road.

“That was a big, big project for the Township of Horton,” said Eady. “We were very, very lucky to get it done because weather caught up to us a bit, but under Councillor (Glen) Campbellʼs reign, we were able to get it done. The nice part of it is it is 100 per cent paid for, and it all came from government grant money, gas tax, and lot develop-

ment fees.”

In closing, the mayor said, “I think the biggest accomplishment for the whole year here is that weʼve had a council that works very, very hard to try and do the right thing.

When you do the right thing, you never do the wrong thing.

“I think weʼve had a council that has been very conscientious and really trying hard to do the right thing all the time. I really appreciate that, because at the end of the day someone will judge us.”

Okay year for construction starts in Horton Horton Township construction experienced very modest growth in 2012. The total value of construction starts reached $6,814,00 with the help of 10 building permits and more than $1 million in construction starts in October.

There were 57 construction sites, with 19 new homes, 20 residential renovations and 18

projects involving garages or storage buildings.

There was little activity late in the year with no building starts in November, while Decemberʼs two permits were valued at a total of $75,000.

The busiest months were June ($1,696,000), October ($1,086,000) and August $996,000).

Hortonʼs total

value of construction starts in 2011 was $6,191,000. That year, construction activity exceeded $1 million in March, August and September.

Hortonʼs record year was $11.4 million in 2010, when the new George Jackson Toyota headquarters on Garden of Eden Road accounted for about $4 million.

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Renfrew will soon have its first full-time planner in five years.

Steve Sterling, the townʼs last full-time planner, left in 2008 to become director of planning for Mississippi Mills.

Since his departure, the town has used the part-time, contracted services of Julie Stewart, with Macintosh Perry Consulting Engineers out of Perth. This typically involved work two days a week.

Five years ago, there was

a lack of suitable candidates to fill the vacancy after Sterlingʼs departure, said development and works director Mike Asselin.

But last fall, five candidates were short-listed for the position before the town hired Ivan Burton, a planner with Clarence-Rockland, just east of Ottawa, in the United Counties of Prescott and Russell.

Staffing the municipal staff with a full-time, contracted planner would not have been an economical option. The new hiring will result in costs similar to the previous ar-

rangement for contracted, part-time services, said clerk Kim Bulmer.

Having a full-time planner again is welcomed, said Asselin. “Itʼs pretty much cost-neutral, but the hiring enhances our level of service,” said Asselin, knowing the part-time planner was usually available to meet only on Mondays and Wednesdays.

“With a full-time planner, we can pretty much do planning five days a week and advance work on a regular basis.”

The bilingual Burton will start as Renfrewʼs planner on

Feb. 11, 2013. He will handle official plans, zoning bylaws, site plans and subdivision applications, and be involved with such special policy development issues as wind turbine.

Burton will serve as secretary of the committee of adjustment and work closely, as administrative support, for the planning advisory committee.

Prior to his hiring, Burton met in December with Bulmer, Mayor Bill Ringrose, planning advisory committee chair Jim Miller and committee of adjustment chair Gail Cole.

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Chairs change at Renfrew County Council Steve Newman Steve.newman@metroland.com

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Wa’ hae ye Scots – and those who want to be Kilted up for action, the McNab Days Scottish Festival Committee is planning a full day of fun and festivities on June 23 at Waba Cottage Museum. From left are Bob Smith, Boyd MacLaren, Rose Ann MacLaren and Mackie McLaren (missing are Lisa Falls, Heather Lang and Aldene Styles). Led by co-chairs Rose Anne and Boyd MacLaren, the committee is planning activities that will include Kirkin’ of the Tartan, Calling of the Clans, a traditional Methodist circuit-rider service in the old Church, children’s Heritage Games, Celtic artisan and historic family displays, a Pipe Tattoo, and a heritage Ballad/Ode contest ($100 prize). It will conclude with a Box Picnic Supper Social auction and concert. Sponsorship opportunities include Pipe Band $600, Celtic music $100, children’s Games $100 and family displays. Those wishing to participate in the Scottish Festival should call Rose Ann McLaren at 623-3614.

Wardens caucus focuses on economic development and infrastructure The Eastern Ontario Wardensʼ Caucus (EOWC) has elected Hastings County Warden Rick Phillips as its new chairman for the coming year.

Ron Holman, warden of the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, was elected vicechairman.

The EOWC members met in Kingston for two days recently to review their 2012 activities, set priorities for 2013, and share their main issues with MPs and MPPs from around the region.

“I am honoured to have been elected chair by my colleagues. We have a great team and I look forward to working as hard as I can with them over the course of the coming year,” said Phillips.

“I am equally delighted that Warden Holman will be our vice-chair. He brings a tremendous amount of insight and leadership to the caucus having served previously on the EOWC,” he added.

The caucus will continue to work to make Eastern Ontarioʼs economy grow to assist people in finding work,” said Phillips.

“This year we are focusing on two key priorities,” noted Holman.

“They are economic development and the strategies needed to support new growth, and continuing our financial sustainability research and analysis on key sectors like water and wastewater, waste management and social housing” that support the EOWCʼs advocacy efforts.

“We believe we can make some significant strides forward by zeroing in on the two key priorities, while being prepared to deal with other issues that might arise,” said Renfrew County Warden Peter Emon.

The primary objective to foster growth and development for the region will be to create an Eastern Ontario Economic Development Strategy.

This means working with the EOWC partners in the cities including Ottawa, the federal and provincial governments, agencies such as Community Futures Development Corporations, local economic development groups, First Nation leaders and health and education institutions.

Strategy components will include areas such as business retention, skills development, completion of the building of the EORN project and the Algonquin land claim In the past year the EOWC has commissioned significant research on key topics that relate to the challenges and opportunities of keeping municipalities financially sustainable.

Last yearʼs efforts focused on determining the kinds of investments that are needed to address, for example, the capital improvements for the nearly 88,000 kilometers of the regionʼs roads and 8,600 bridges.

In the case of roads and bridges, the data has exposed a growing deficit of nearly $3 billion in needed capital in-

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vestments.

In 2013 the EOWC is expanding its research into other key municipal service including social housing, waste management, asset management, and roads and bridges fund.

With Peter Emonʼs move to the position of warden in December, two major Renfrew County council committees have new chairmen.

Emon, whoʼs also mayor of Greater Madawaska, no longer chairs social services, but as warden he sits on all major committees.

Emon was chairman of social services, but he leaves that post to Don Rathwell of Whitewater Region Township. Rathwell vacates his post as chair of development and property, but remains a member of the finance and administration committee Social services is completed by returning vice-chair Mary Campbell of McNab-Braeside, Dick Rabishaw of Laurentian Hills, David Shulist of Madawaska Valley, Tammy Stewart of Head, Clara and Maria, David Thompson of Deep River, Harold Weckworth of North Algona Wilberforce, and Emon.

DEVELOPMENT AND PROPERTY

The new chair — but also a past chairman — for development of property is Petawawa Mayor Bob Sweet, who has just finished an unprecedented fifth term as warden.

The development and property committee is completed by vice-chair Audrey Green of Renfrew, Norm Lentz of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan, Jennifer Murphy of Bonnechere Valley, Raye-Anne Briscoe of Admaston-Bromley, Thompson and Emon.

As vice-chair, Green also has a multitude of smaller committee responsibilities, with: • Atomic Energy of Canada Limited Environmental Stewardship Council, • CP Rail corridor advisory

committee, • K&P management advisory committee, • Land division committee, • Ministry of Natural Resources forest management plan, • Ministry of Natural Resources regional advisory committee, • Municipal advisory committee (land claim), • Ottawa Valley Tourist Association, • Renfrew County forestry and wood processing committee, • Renfrew County agricultural economic development committee, • Shaw Woods Outdoor Education Centre.

The newest, most significant addition to the countyʼs committee structure is the wardenʼs advisory committee.

That six-member committee will deal with priority items of the Eastern Ontario Wardensʼ Caucus, including the issue of four-laning of Highway 17 well past Arnprior.

Warden Emon chairs the committee, which is completed by past wardens Rathwell, Sweet and Visneskie, and fellow county councillors Murphy, Rabishaw and Thompson.

FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

Briscoe remains chair of finance and administration. Jack Wilson of Laurentian Valley is vice-chair, with responsibility for the municipal accessibility advisory committee, Renfrew County-City of Pembroke liaison committee and the wardenʼs advisory committee.

Other finance committee members are Don Eady of Horton, Walter Stack of Arnprior, Rathwell, Sweet, Visneskie and Emon.

Stack continues as chairman of the operations committee. Vice-chair is Harold

Weckworth of North Algona Wilberforce. The committee is completed by David Shulist of Madawaska Valley, Lentz, Green, Eady and Emon.

HEALTH COMMITTEE

Janice Visneskie remains at the helm of the health committee. Vice-chair is Tammy Stewart of Head, Clara and Maria who has responsibilities with the Renfrew County and District Health Unit board of directors. The committee is completed by Campbell, Murphy, Rabishaw, Wilson and Emon.

Striking committee members are chair Wilson, vicechair Murphy, Briscoe, Rabishaw, Stewart and Emon.

Ad-hoc committee members include: • board of health appointees: Campbell, Emon, Stewart, Wilson; • County/City of Pembroke liaison committee: Briscoe, Emon, Sweet, Wilson; • CP Rail corridor advisory committee: Briscoe, Rathwell, Sweet; • K & P management advisory committee: Sweet; • Land division committee: Eady, Lentz, Stewart; • Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) forest management plan: Rathwell; • MNR regional advisory committee: Weckworth; • municipal accessibility advisory committee: Green; • municipal advisory committee (land claim): Emon, Rabishaw, Shulist, Sweet; • Ottawa Valley Tourist Association board of directors: Green, Murphy; • Renfrew County agricultural economic development committee: Briscoe; • Renfrew Country forestry and wood processing committee: Visneskie; • Shaw Woods Outdoor Education Centre: Weckworth.

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FIT program request approved Admaston-Bromley Council has approved a request for support under the FIT program for Enright Dairy Farms to construct an on-farm biogas facility. Its purpose is to generate renewable electricity for sale to the public grid. Enright Dairy FarmsĘź proposal is to build a 250-kilowatt on-farm biogas plant.

Council has also applied for a proposed roof-mount solar project at its Stone Road municipal buildings, on the roof of the garage and council chambers.

The cost is $1,500, which includes an application fee of $500 and a security deposit of $1,000. The security deposit may or may not be returned if the application is not approved.

There was an extra cost of $1,000 for an engineer to complete the pre-assessment form, which must be submitted with the application for roof-top solar projects.

The engineer reported that the roof is structurally sound.

RECREATION

The Douglas Lions Club is celebrating 65 years, community service committee chair Ray Pender told AdmastonBromley council Thursday. The Lions are hosting a dinner to honour the occasion Feb. 23 at St. MichaelĘźs Catholic School in Douglas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;ThatĘźs a pretty active Lions Club. As

far as IĘźm concerned, for a fairly small chapter, they certainly punch above their weight,â&#x20AC;? Coun. Donohue said.

The Balsam Hill - Horton WomenĘźs Institute is holding a winter fun day at the ARC Feb. 2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The day includes skating, sliding, snowshoeing, progressive euchre, a silent auction and more.

Pender made Mayor Raye-Anne BriscoeĘźs day when he informed the mayor that all proceeds are to be directed to the Renfrew and Area Health Services Village.

The 38th annual Douglas Frosty Fun is Feb. 8, 9 and 10, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and theyĘźd like the mayor to participate in the tea-boiling competition,â&#x20AC;? chuckled Pender.

Pender said the return of the cold weather has brought the kids out to the Admaston Recreation Complex. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have 16 sponge puck hockey players (playing on Thursday nights).â&#x20AC;?

ROADS

Admaston-Bromley will receive $23,060.71 from the Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative (MIII) for the townshipĘźs Asset Management Plan.

Working with Jp2g Consultants Inc., the asset plan allows council to plan better capital expenses on roads and infrastructure in the future. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has been a real tough winter, itĘźs been an old-fashioned winter,â&#x20AC;? roads superintendent Chris Kunopaski said of

current road maintenance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had a hard time getting that snow, packed, off our roads, and now theyĘźre cleared up. Even looking at the weather there tonight when I came in, weĘźre going from minus-22 to plus-2 Saturday with rain.â&#x20AC;?

Mayor Briscoe added that the weather forecast was to get cold again early this week, which it has.

With the continual ďŹ&#x201A;uctuation in temperature and some breakdowns, itĘźs hard to keep up, Kunopaski said.

You ďŹ x it and move on, the mayor suggested. Coun. Donohue added, quoting Winston Churchill, â&#x20AC;&#x153;When youĘźre going through hell, keep going.â&#x20AC;?

APPOINTMENTS

Bill Bowles has been appointed community emergency management co-ordinator for the township. Dallas Hortness is the alternate. Emergency management new members are Robert McLaren and Leonard Chamberlain.

Elaine Bazinet-Smith is retiring as chair of the library board. She had been a member since 2005. Cathy Dale is returning to the library board while Lynn Clelland is stepping in as a ďŹ rst-time member.

Darin Chaplin is a new member for recreation wards 3 and 4.

The township had one building permit in December worth $15,000.

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Flags around AdmastonBromley ďŹ&#x201A;ew at halfmast in his memory, and AdmastonBromley Council held a minute of silence at its Jan. 17 meeting.

Ferguson served on Admaston council prior to amalgamation as a councillor from 1979 to 1985, and was reeve from 1986 to 1991.

Prior to that, Ferguson was a high school teacher at General Panet in Petawawa.

Admaston-Bromley Mayor Raye-Anne Briscoe remembered Ferguson when addressing council Thursday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ron is someone IĘźve

known all of my life. He was raised in Renfrew, just as I was,â&#x20AC;? the mayor said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My memories of Ron are one of a very quick, quickwitted, articulate gentleman with a big smile and a community-minded fellow that had any number of interests from playing the piano to sports to politics. Ron was there for it all and thatĘźs the kind of life he led, a great guy, and the students loved him,â&#x20AC;? Mayor Briscoe said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He was so interested that the good student got the best in the world and the slower student had every opportunity. You canĘźt ask for better than that.â&#x20AC;?

Briscoe had the upmost respect for Ferguson both as a person and a councillor, and said he was a no-nonsense type of guy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Absolutely, he cut to the

chase each and every time.

As I said, he was able to tell all of us when we were acting foolish and he had no patience with any of us when we were. ThatĘźs good, because life needs those kind of folks to make sure that we are organized and moving ahead. Ron always did.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;IĘźm going to miss him a lot. He also just lived around the corner from me. And his wife (Sybil), she was always there, of course. Actually, I watched his kids grow up. IĘźm going to miss him, he was a great supporter. In the last election you know, he wasnĘźt too well, but he put signs out.

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Arts and culture proving their worth as tourism attractions Renfrew and area certainly holds its own when it comes to art and culture.

From the galleries of Burnstown to the new Art in the Park celebration that returns to Haramis Park in Renfrew again this year, there is no shortage of artistic avenues to art lovers to stroll across Renfrew County.

Now a report, released Tuesday, conďŹ rms the strong impact arts and culture have on the provinceĘźs tourism industry.

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tario Arts Council, Ontario Arts and Culture Tourism ProďŹ le â&#x20AC;&#x201C; said the economic impact of arts and culture tourism in Ontario is considerable.

The report was prepared by Research Resolutions & Consulting Ltd. and provides a comprehensive proďŹ le of OntarioĘźs arts and culture tourists. The report says 9.5 million overnight tourists to Ontario participated in arts and culture activities during their trips in 2010, representing 22 per cent of all OntarioĘźs overnight visitors.

The report also notes a high proportion of OntarioĘźs foreign tourists engage in arts and cultural activities.

For example, American arts and culture tourists represented 39 per cent of all American overnight visitors to Ontario in 2010.

Also, 63 percent of OntarioĘźs overseas visitors engaged in an arts or culture activity during their trip in 2010.

The economic impact of OntarioĘźs arts and culture tourism is substantial. Spending generated was $3.7

billion in GDP province-wide in 2010; plus there were 67,000 jobs, $2.4 billion in wages and $1.7 billion in taxes.

The study said arts and culture tourists also spend more, and stay longer. The average Ontario arts and culture tourist spends twice as much per trip as does a typical tourist â&#x20AC;&#x201C; $667 per trip versus $374.

On average, arts and culture tourists spend 4.4 nights in Ontario â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 42 per cent longer than the typical tourist at 3.1 nights.

Spending in Ontario by arts and culture tourists totaled $4.1 billion in 2010, or 36 per cent of spending by all overnight tourists in the province that year.

The report also noted that many sectors of OntarioĘźs economy beneďŹ t from arts and culture tourist spending, including lodging, food and beverages, retail, entertainment and recreation.

This year, make a point to check out and support the vibrant arts and culture community in our region.

COLUMN

Welcome back, NHL players LUCY HASS View from the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;frew I said I wouldnĘźt watch, but I did.

When the National Hockey League resumed Saturday night after a long, bitter lockout, I was back in front of the television.

I thought I could walk away and care less if the action ever returned.

Nope. After all, how could I turn away, especially when the Montreal Canadiens were hosting the Toronto Maple Leafs. These teams paint the picture of my own personal hockey history.

In elementary school, I cheered for Montreal and my favourite players were goaltender Rogatien Vachon and forward Mickey Redmond.

But when Vachon was traded to the Los Angeles Kings in 1971, and halfway through the same season Redmond was sent to Detroit, my little hockey heart was broken.

In a time and environment where Canadian hockey teams ruled the airwaves and print media, I was relegated to searching through The Ottawa Journal for coverage of Redmond and the Detroit Red Wings.

I even wrote a poem about Redmond, the second and last piece of hockey prose I would ever pen. The other was an elementary school English class composition after the tragic 1971 automobile accident death of promising Pittsburg Penguin rookie, 21-year-old Michel Briere.

When other girls were drawing pictures of ďŹ&#x201A;owers and fashion, I was sketching goaltenders and hockey players. Yep, I was, as my Grade 6 teacher would note in my report card, a bit ďŹ xated on the hockey thing.

So when Redmond retired in the mid-70s after a back injury, I was a lost soul â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a fan without a team. But that all changed in 1973 when a young Swedish defenceman caught my eye.

He was Borje Salming, and IĘźve been a Leaf fan ever since.

Salming also ended up in Detroit at the end of his career, but I stuck with the Leafs.

Being a Leaf fan is a tag I treasure, but I still hold a special place in my heart for Les Canadiens. And I appreciate Montreal as a city where you can go to a Toronto-Montreal game, cheer with wild abandon and still go to a bar afterwards and share a drink with a rival fan.

So let the season, and the Leaf jokes, begin.

IĘźve heard Ęťem all and they donĘźt sting at all.

ThereĘźs something endearing about the way Leaf fans seem driven by a blind allegiance most countries could only wish for.

Yep, I may not have been born into the Leaf Nation, but over the years IĘźve learned itĘźs certainly the best place in the hockey world to be.

Young or old, whoever you cheer for, enjoy.

NHL players may be well paid, but the free entertainment they provide us all is priceless.

SPIRIT OF SCOTLAND LIVES ON The Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums celebrate a 100th anniversary this year, and this weekend their annual Robbie Burns supper kicks off a year of celebration.

Generations have been touched by the local bandĘźs music, from parades and concerts in the park to Remembrance Day ceremonies. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Renfrew has an excellent pipe band,â&#x20AC;? says the historic Story of Renfrew. True, indeed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was ďŹ rst organized in 1913 as part of the 42nd Regimental Infantry Unit,â&#x20AC;? the story continued, noting that during 1914, the band attended camp at Petawawa and some members went overseas when that infantry was mobilized.

In a recent article in The Renfrew MercuryEMC, president of the Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums, Clark Smith, recounted how the bandĘźs rich history traces back to the travelling band, the Tom Marx Kilties.

One hundred years later, the band lives on as the Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums.

Congratulations to all past and present band members on 100 years of Scottish tradition.

Web Poll LAST WEEKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S QUESTION

THIS WEEKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S QUESTION

Has the flu outbreak changed your mind about the flu shot?

Should municipal taxpayers pay more to keep animal shelters open?

A) Yes, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m going to my doctor or pharmacy to get a flu shot. Better late than never.

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B) No, I already got the flu shot and

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tirely on volunteers

B) No, spend tax money on human needs, not that of animals.

itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s protecting me from the flu

C) Yes. But Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m going to get an holis-

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tic flu deterrent, not the vaccine.

EDITORIAL POLICY: The Renfrew Mercury-EMC welcomes letters to the editor. Senders must include their full name, complete address and a contact phone number. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published. We reserve the right to edit letters for space and content, both in print and online at www.yourottawaregion.com. To submit a letter to the editor, please email to theresa.fritz@metroland.com, fax to 613-224-2265 or mail to The Renfrew Mercury, 35 Opeongo Road, Renfrew, ON, K7V4A8.

A) Yes, the fate of pets shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely en-

D) No. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m still too lazy and apathetic to get a flu shot

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C) Yes, but recoup the money by imposing a major boost in licence fees on owners who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t spay or neuter their pets.

D) No. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the federal and provincial governments who should be funding shelters, not municipalities.

To vote in our web poll, visit us online at www.yourottawaregion.com/community/ruralnorth

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Hands up for a decision that was well presented To the editor: Re: new aquatic complex and arena expansion.

Credit must be given when due, and with regards to this most important matter the following Town of Renfrew ofďŹ cials must be commended for voting ĘťnoĘź for to the building of a multi-million-dollar indoor pool and arena expansion complex at this present time.

Thank you to Reeve Audrey Green and councillors Gail Cole, Tom Anderson, Jim Miller and Clint McWhirter.

During the initial walk to raise funds for a Renfrew indoor swimming pool I walked with my neighbour, Councillor Ruth Burwell, so many years ago. I also raised over $200 for the pool fund and hoped to see it built in the near future, but that never happened.

Fast forward to present day, 30-plus years later 2013, and life as a taxpayer, not ratepayer as some would have us believe, we neglected to mention in our last letter to the editor dated Dec. 20, 2012 the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre is also in desperate need of a new roof as reported in The Renfrew Mercury Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012. That bill is a staggering $450,000 and to date work has not commenced due to insufďŹ cient funds other than to borrow more money.

With a debt load at present and as stated by Councillor McWhirter on Monday night Jan. 14, 2013 at $20 million,

$20 million that is owed is $20 million way too much for our small town. I know my father Walter taught me the value of a dollar and to this day I do not believe in credit and I purchase only what I can afford, or I do without, a lesson well received and understood.

As we scanned the audience at Monday nightĘźs decision we couldnĘźt help but notice the number of people in attendance that reside outside RenfrewĘźs town limits that would have no problem bankrupting my hometown. Shame on you! How about building this massive complex in Admaston or Horton? I am sure those elected ofďŹ cials would welcome the opportunity to be bankrupt â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not!

Our Renfrew ofďŹ cials are elected to ofďŹ ce to offer the taxpayers of Renfrew core services at the best possible price â&#x20AC;&#x201C; water, sewer, police, ďŹ re, etc.

Recreation is not a core service, so be thankful and content for what we have, our recreation centre which was donated to the Town of Renfrew by the D.W. Stewart family and Ma-Te-Way Park that was built and paid for by the taxpayers of Renfrew. For those that like to walk, jog and cross-country ski and enjoy plenty of fresh country air, hop on the CPR abandoned rail line. You can go all the way to Smiths Falls uninterrupted if you so choose and

itĘźs free.

To all the worried Renfrew taxpayers that voiced their concerns to me, you may breathe a well-deserved sigh of relief that you only have to worry now about rising regular tax increases, water, sewer, hydro, gas, food prices, etc. but Renfrew will not be bankrupt, not at present while this letter is penned.

One observation that cannot be denied is that those of you living outside the Town if Renfrew limits, will eventually move back to Renfrew to be closer to our hospital, shopping and other services as you reach your golden years.

And, it is more important that our elected ofďŹ cials attempt to keep Renfrew affordable, although at present Renfrew has one of the highest, if not the highest, tax rates in all of Renfrew County and beyond.

In order to undertake such a massive project, Renfrew needs major industry for tax support and to keep our young people in Renfrew with good jobs. Something we presently do not have.

In closing, thank you once again Reeve Green and Councillors Cole, Anderson, Miller, McWhirter and please stop spending and get a can-do attitude to pay down our massive $20-million debt.

Sincerely, Zenaida Reboy Callum Scott Renfrew

Valley Animal Rescue overwhelmed To the editor: An open letter to the people of the Ottawa Valley.

We at Valley Animal Rescue ďŹ nd ourselves in a critical situation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we are overwhelmed with homeless animals and have run out of available foster homes. Our members have taken as many animals into their homes as they can and all our foster homes are full (especially for dogs).

We have worked very hard over this past year to save as many animals as our resources, stretched to the limit, would allow; from all over the Valley: Renfrew, Arnprior, Pembroke, Eganville, Petawawa and even Orleans.

We are in desperate need of committed foster homes that are willing and able to work with us to resolve, as best we can, the issues our animals come with.

Many of these animals are homeless through no fault of their own, but because their owners did not properly train them and they became too hard (or inconvenient) to handle, or they were neglected or

abused. Regardless, most of them come with â&#x20AC;&#x153;baggageâ&#x20AC;?.

Until we stop seeing animals as property, and start seeing them as living sentient beings that deserve, at the very least, a life without suffering, rescues will continue to be overwhelmed with the homeless.

I believe that we have made a difference and provided a real, and much needed service to the communities in the Valley. By working with area pounds, shelters and other rescues, to take homeless animals off the streets, spaying or neutering and providing medical care â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we are not only providing great care and a loving home to a suffering animal but we also reduce the number of unwanted pets and help reduce the spread of disease.

We love what we do and devote most of our free time, and pay for our own gas and transportation costs to put these animals in homes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we are doing all we can do. However, this is not enough. We need help!

We are asking the people of the communities we serve to step up to the plate and help

us help the ValleyĘźs homeless, abused and neglected animals.

If we have the support of local communities behind us we can do so much more.

Please, if you have ever considered fostering an animal or helping a rescue in any way â&#x20AC;&#x201C; now is the time.

We need passionate, committed people who are both willing and able to work with our less- than- perfect animals for the duration.

We pay for all food and supplies as well as all medical care, there is no cost to the foster family; only time, loving care and the willingness to work with the animals to overcome any challenges they may present.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Your Community Newspaper

Three steps forward, no steps back on recreation front To the editor: As a community member on the recreation committee I would first off like to thank all those who attended the council meeting last Monday night regarding the pool and second ice pad.

Though it did not go as many people in attendance had wished, I was very impressed with the great show of democracy.

How lucky we are to live in a country where this is even possible, and to have a community so passionate about this campaign.

To put my decision against this

project into perspective for you I would like to specify a few things; some food for thought, if you will.

I am a 23-year-old individual who is a Renfrew resident, taxpayer and works within the community. I have grown up in the area and used Renfrew parks and recreation facilities my entire life, many times driving to other areas in order to use pools and designated ice times. To this day I still use various recreation facilities and programs in Renfrew and drive to neighbouring communities to use their aquatic centers. My point in all this is to assure everyone that the de-

cision made on Monday night was not one made with little thought by myself, my committee members and council. I can assure you that over the past years, and more specifically the past few months, much time and consideration for this outstanding project has been taken.

Having a pool and a second ice pad in Renfrew is a dream of mine as well, I mean, who wouldnʼt want that in their backyard! However, now it not that time. When the time is right, when the money is there, and when it is in the best interest for the overall programs and services

In conclusion, I now believe it is time to turn our attention to a more positive note on moving forward as a community. I hope that over the next months and years we can focus on the many great programs Renfrew parks and recreation and our community does offer, and will continue to offer long after the dust from Monday night settles. Renfrew is a wonderful community, with much to offer, and I pride myself on the work done by those who live and work here!

Regards, Hannah MacMillan Renfrew

offered within the recreation department of Renfrew I am confident this dream that so many of us share will become a reality.

As an individual with a background in public relations, I can assure you that for every bad thing you have hear about this decision and the people involved, there is at least twice as many good. And for every piece of information you have heard via Facebook, the media, friends, family and neighbours there is quite possibly a more accurate answer or piece of factual information that has been misinterpreted or misplaced.

Renfrewites leaders on being active In 1995, when I began to educate myself as a health promoter, I did a survey to determine what percentage of Renfrewʼs population were active on a daily basis. The results showed me that we are above the provincial average by about five per cent, with 20 per cent of our population being active, on a regular basis.

That means that Renfrewites are leaders in Ontario, when it comes to being active and getting involved.

When 80 per cent of the citizens of Renfrew and its neighbours are active on a regular basis, I will appeal to every level of government about getting funding for new recreational facilities. In the future, when we spend less money on illness, there will be money for health and fitness.

Sincerely, Kate Windle Renfrew

Kudos to Renfrew council on MAC expansion To the editor: Thank you to Renfrew Town Council for making the right decision. A pool would be a great thing in this community, however not at the expense of other important issues such as infrastructure or attracting industry and jobs to our community.

Has anyone driven down Queen or Harry Streets lately?

And I, for one, consider myself lucky to have a stable job in this town in this economy, as layoffs in Renfrew are almost a daily occurrence.

As Councillor McWhirter mentioned, our town is carrying almost $20 million in debt. For a town of 8,000, this is substantial.

Many younger people are carrying a debt load much beyond their capacity these days and understand the position that it can put you in. I would hate to see the town slip into such a situation.

It was also brought up by Councillor Anderson that free public skates are packed at Ma-Te-Way, but ones that cost a toonie are not well attended.

I think this illustrates the fact that many young families in our town simply cannot afford

extra taxes and fees for activities.

As a family with a child in skating, I can attest to the fact that it is expensive. I can only imagine that these fees would go up with the addition of a second ice pad and pool.

As for attracting new jobs to the town, it has never been proven by research that having a pool facility would do this. It is a point of view.

If people considering moving here are interested in health benefits shall we not consider our abundance of rivers, trails, and lakes? Not to mention our skating rink and sliding hill at Ma-Te-Way. Should we not be fundraising to improve and maintain these beautiful natural resources?

I feel like I speak for many young families when I say that money would be better spent on attracting industry to Renfrew that would provide long-term job opportunities to our current and prospective residents.

Maybe when that goal is attained we can move on to the next: a pool.

Christine O’Reilly Renfrew

10 The Renfrew Mercury EMC - Thursday, January 24, 2013

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We are learning more and more about how to provide good care for the person with Alzheimer’s disease day to day -and still take care of yourself.

Much of what we know comes from the experience of family and professional caregivers. Together, we are all learning how to deal with the challenges of this disease.

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I believe that council made the only decision that they could, in good conscience, make.

Looking forward, we could continue to work on increasing the numbers of people who use our many excellent facilities.

I include in this list: the schools, the AFAC Wing, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 148, the church halls, the golf clubs, ski hills, the curling club, the Renfrew Bowldrome, the quilting clubs and the Best Western Inn, who has recently added indoor golf to our long list of year round activities. There are also many wonderful service clubs in the Renfrew area who are hoping for new members.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Your Community Newspaper

Editorial: Thanking teachers would have been more appropriate To the editor: The editorial on Thursday, Jan. 17 argued that teachers should not “…rob high school students for two years of the chance to excel at basketball or drama or band.” That was an unfortunate and inflammatory choice of words in my opinion.

The editorial spoke of the substantial positives that come from extracurriculars and as a long time volleyball and football coach I certainly agree!

You referenced an Ontario Student Survey that showed 97 per cent of students and 90 per cent of parents believe teachers should be recognized for their contributions to extracurriculars. Might I ask why your editorial stopped short of doing just that? I would like to take this opportunity to thank all education workers for all of the volunteer work that

they have contributed to their students, schools and their communities.

As the editorial points out, Ontarioʼs education workers have good reason to be angry with the provincial government. The editorial goes even further to explain how education workers should be resolving their current stalemate with the ruling Liberals, by getting “…involved politically, lobby your MPPs and donʼt do nonmandatory tasks you think are unfair.” Again I would agree with these suggestions, and teachers are doing just those things during the time they would formerly have devoted to extracurriculars.

I am the parent of a Grade 10 student who is no longer playing on the school basketball team, but he understands why education workers are taking their current stand.

My son appreciates that when free collective bargaining rights are taken away from one group it opens the door to it happening to other groups.

My son understands that when an unprecedented and unnecessary process has been imposed on a group they can not and should not continue on with “business as usual.”

One day my son and all of our students will be workers in this province, what will their “business as usual” look like if we allow governments to arbitrarily impose contracts?

Education workers are prepared to sit down and negotiate as we have successfully done for many years with no disruptions to schools. Education workers did not pass Bill 115, it was a Liberal government supported by the Conservatives that has pushed our school system into the current

state of chaos.

Did your editorial really need to explain to education workers the value and importance of extracurriculars?

Education workers already know how valuable and important extracurriculars are to students; they also value democracy and free collec-

tive bargaining rights. Instead of cajoling education workers to return to the voluntary activities that they love and value, perhaps you could have thanked them for the countless hours they have contributed to students, schools and communities.

If The Mercury EMC feels

so strongly about education workers returning to extracurriculars, perhaps it could have helped us in our efforts to lobby our MPPs by encouraging its readers to do just that?

Jeffrey Barber District President Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation

Where are the heroes?

To the editor: Where are the heroes?

The past days we have been subjected to the Lance Armstrong saga. A man who in his own selfishness climbed to the top via drugs. What makes him any different than the drug dealer that stands on the corner of a major city plying his wares? He managed to coerce major companies with his lies to lay out millions of dollars and further his image.

How sad.

What do children or young adults have to look up to.

Maybe we have to step back and consider who we make heroes. This week there was a piece by Alex Strachan (Ottawa Citizen, Jan. 16) about Lara Logan, a reporter with 60 Minutes and her attack in Egypt in 2011. A brutal assault by 200 men that lasted half an hour. Who came to her rescue?

A group of elderly women who beat off the attackers. Not her burly bodyguard but a group of grandmothers! They are heroes! Most of us are tired of the well-heeled whether they be bankers, politicians, NHL owners or players taking everyone for fools. Maybe we need to thank our grandmothers, mothers or those others in the community for their dedication and love.

Diana Wakely Renfrew

equate space for the library.

As the municipality has grown, so has the need for a proper research/learning centre. The modern library is more than a book warehouse.

It is a centre of exploration; a place for life-long learners from infancy throughout the various life stages.

Young babies can explore the wonders of books as they begin to make sounds which develop into words.

They develop small and large motor skills through the programs offered by library staff. This centre provides communication technology for those who do not have it at home.

While the Internet may provide much information, professional guidance on how to find that information is a skill available at the library.

For many, the feel of a book in hand is preferable to any Kindle or other hand-held device.

Just as the administrative township staff requires more space to do their work effectively, so too do the library staff. Speaking from experi-

ence, I know how difficult it is to serve the patrons (both ratepayers and tourist visitors) in the cramped space such as it is now. New rules regarding accessibility are not met.

Shelving units exceed the height limitations and in spite of improvements in furniture placement after the flood and by present staff, manoeuvring wheelchairs is difficult to say the least. There is no room for processing, laminating, coiling and repairing documents and materials.

Documentation and preservation of archival materials for future generations requires table space which should be used by patrons for their work and research.

I do hope that you and your councillors will do the right thing for your constituents and provide the entire downstairs to the library.

Any other use of this space, short of building a new library, would provide a disservice to our community.

Respectfully yours, Mary-Joan (Skippy) Hale Calabogie

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On behalf of the staff and volunteers of Renfrew and Area Seniorsʼ Home Support I would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year and all the best in 2013.

This month I have the pleasure of writing our newspaper column as I would like to update our readers on the non-urgent transportation program.

In 2010 the Champlain Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) provided $737,000 to the Community Support Sector to enhance our non-urgent transportation programs.

With Carefor Renfrew County as the lead agency, the twenty-six (26) transportation providers in the Champlain LHIN have been working together to review non-urgent transportation and look at ways to improve the system.

In Renfrew County, our transportation providers have been meeting regularly to discuss our programs and to see how we can work more closely together and better align our programs. As a result of this project, four regional transportation co-ordinators have been hired to assist with arranging drives, vans are being purchased to help meet increased requests for drives

and SharePoint has been established as our transportation scheduling tool. This tool will allow the regional co-ordinators to assist in arranging drives should an agency not be able to fill the request.

Now when individuals call in to book a drive we will record their drive information and then explain SharePoint and ask their permission to share their drive information with the regional transportation co-ordinators.

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The opera in the Upper Ottawa Valley?

Yes, the opera is coming to Arnprior, and by popular demand.

OʼBrien Theatre owner Kevin Marshall has arranged to show five operas from New Yorkʼs famous Metropolitan Opera in his theatre over the next five months.

The series begins Saturday, Jan. 26 with Donizettiʼs LʼElisir dʼAmore. Four more operas will follow on the last Saturday of each month, all showings at 1 p.m.

Marshall, who admits he isnʼt a big opera fan, checked into the movies that are recorded live at the Met when asked about them by a few patrons. He viewed one of the opera movies in a city theatre and determined the recent major digital upgrading of his equipment makes it possible for him to run them.

“They are pretty popular in Ottawa, so I thought they might be popular in the Valley as well,” he said, noting the operas are not offered anywhere else in the Upper Ottawa Valley.

He starting asking on his big screen prior to regular movies if there was any interest, “and I got a lot of response.”

So he presented a free movie of the famous opera ʻCar-

menʼ on Dec. 22, attracting about 30 patrons on a wintery afternoon that deterred some out-of-town opera-lovers from attending. At that time he distributed information about the ʻLive at the Metʼ encore presentations.

The amount of support, especially from the Almonte area, prompted him to offer the five-part series starting this month. More than 100 people have indicated they will attend.

The movie operas are very well done, said Marshall, noting the film-makers are experienced, as they have been shooting them for 20 years.

“Itʼs like watching a play.”

He said many opera enthusiasts feel the atmosphere at an historic theatre such as the

OʼBrien is a much better place to watch an opera than a modern box theatre in Ottawa.

The cost is $20 for each opera, or $85 for all five.

If the interest is there, the OʼBrien Theatre may do a full ʻLive at the Metʼ series for 2013-14, Marshall said.

Itʼs even possible to use Blu-ray disc technology to broadcast operas live from the Met as they are happening.

There are some challenges to overcome, but if the interest is there, “Iʼll seriously look at it,” he said.

This OʼBrien Theatreʼs winter-springʼs opera series continues Feb. 23 with Verdiʼs Otello, March 30 with Verdiʼs Aida, April 27 with Donizettiʼs Maria Stuarda and May 25 with Verdiʼs Rigoletto.

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Correction In the Renfrew Mercury of Jan. 17, it was reported that Greater Madawaska Fire Chief Betsy Sayers was also the mutual aid co-ordinator of Renfrew County Fire Services.

This is incorrect.

Pembroke fire chief Dan Herback is the Renfrew County fire co-ordinator and Deep River fire chief Gene Thompson is the alternate co-ordinator.

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School-wide positive behaviour support at Our Lady of Fatima Our Lady of Fatima principal

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School is known for always being on the ʻcutting edgeʼ and willing to implement new strategies to ensure all students are successful both at school and in future years.

This year is no exception!

A team from Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School and the Renfrew County Catholic District School Board (RCCDSB) special education department travelled to Chatham, Ont. last spring to view School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) in action. They toured schools with both the St. Clair Catholic District School Board and the Lambton Kent District School Board.

What staff discovered at all

sites visited was an underlying theme of respect which encompassed all aspects of school life. Students walked quietly in the hallways, lined up quickly and quietly at recess, etc.

Overall, there was a sense of respect toward one another, as well as ownership and leadership among staff and students, to make their school the best it could be.

The RCCDSB team came back to Renfrew excited to see if the SWPBS philosophy was for them.

The philosophy was presented to Mr. Peter Adam, Superintendent of Education, and he wholeheartedly agreed that Our Lady of Fatima would be the pilot school for this philosophy and it would become the benchmark of school-wide positive behaviour for all

schools in the board.

School-wide Positive Behaviour Support, at Our Lady of Fatima, is based on the premise that everyone has an invisible bucket. The bucket represents your mental and emotional self.

When your bucket is full, you feel more confident, secure, calm, patient, and friendly. Have you ever felt better after someone gave you a friendly smile or happy grin?

This is the ʻripple effectʼ of a full bucket. Bucket filling is showing kindness, respect and appreciation toward others.

When your bucket is empty, it contains few, if any, positive thoughts or feelings. When your bucket is empty you can easily become sad, negative, insecure, nervous, angry, depressed, stressed, worried,

afraid, or physically ill. When you experience any of these feelings, itʼs easy to believe that life is too challenging and that nothing you attempt will be successful. An empty bucket can affect your behaviour and cause you to express your emotions in a way that empties the buckets of those

around you. Bucket Dipping is saying or doing something hurtful (intentional and unintentional), bullying, or being unkind to others.

On Jan. 14, 2013 the staff and students at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School launched SWPBS during a spirit day assembly where stu-

dents engaged in a variety of fun filled activities.

During the remainder of the school year students will be earning ʻticketsʼ for demonstrating specific behaviours and filling the buckets of their peers and teachers.

“Hey Hey, Ho Ho….bucket filling is the way to go!”

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OPEN HOUSE Sunday Jan 27th 2- 4

SUNDAY, JAN 24TH 2-4 P.M.

491 WHELAN RD

205 LOCHIEL ST. Proceed on Raglan St.S. to the post office and turn west and travel to Lochiel St. turn right and it is on the right hand side!!! Host: Helen Vincent 613.432.0058

$259,900 NO H.S.T

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684 ABERDEEN ST. Asking $249,900, Very well maintained 3 yr. old bungalow with 3 BR’s,3 bath’s and a fully finished basement. ICF foundation. MLS# 855613 Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information

1 year old 1500 sq ft bungalow , 4 BDR with 2 – 4 pc baths on main floor. Open Concept Kit, DR, LR, plus Laundry Room. Deck off DR. Full Basement all dry walled, F.A. Propane Heat, 200 amp service. You must see the home to fully realize what an excellent buy this is. Host: Ross Peever 613.433.1133.

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JUST LISTED OTTERIDGE AVE.(HUNTER GATE SUBDIVISION) Brand new home about to be built for you - 3 bedrooms - open concept lifestyle - tarion warranty - full town services at this location - laundry on main level - Call Helen for floor plans at 432-0058

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517 CASTLEFORD RD., R.R.5 RENFREW 820 ENGLISH RD. Asking $259,900 for this solid brick three bedroom home with large insulated garage. MLS# 855382.

Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information

28 acres of land - close to town and the the Ottawa River - a 2 storey vinyl home - 2 baths - spacious levels of living area - double car attached garage - extra 3 car garage or workshop - 4 bedrooms - Call David at 401-2824 or Helen at 432-0058 to view this property

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503 LAKEVIEW LANE HURDS LAKE 384 BALDWIN ST. Asking $149,900. Fully rented duplex, each unit has 3 BR, 2 Meters, MLS# 854931. Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information

Quality 3 year old bungalow with 3 car attached garage. Open concept Kit, DR, LR with gas fireplace, 2BDR with ensuite. Lower level could be granny flat; Kit, LR, 1- 4 pc bath, Radiant in floor heating, backing on to Hurd’s Lake, MLS# 843171 Asking $459,000 Call Ross 613.433.1133

462 MAYHEW ST. Asking $319,900 for this spacious 4 BR, 3 bath bungalow, quiet location, fully finished basement, oversized garage. MLS# 853680.

Call Peter 613.432.0319

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JENNIFER LANE Very affordable living here folks in a quiet well established park. Some improvements required but worth viewing. $22,000...Call David 613.401.2824 MLS #852664

73 RENFREW AVE.E. $159,900 Close to downtown for convenience - two storey 3 bedroom home - 1 and ½ baths - family room on main level - full basement - Call Helen to view at 432-0058

5065A MATAWATCHAN RD., GRIFFITH MADAWASKA WATERFRONT

408 HALL AVE Great Starter Home! Why Pay Rent when you can own for less! Lot 54’ by 100’ Eat in Kit, LR, 1- 3 Pc Bath, 2 BDR plus Laundry room. F.A. Gas, Central Air, Newer Windows. Appliances whicah are almost new to remain. Asking $104,500 Call Ross 613.433.1133.for details

1270 GOSHEN RD, Asking $279,900 for this just completed 3 BR bungalow, 2- 4 pc baths, gleaming hardwood, granite counter top, natural gas heat. MLS# 852499.

Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information

81 S ACRE

4535 RIVER RD

Brick& Vinyl Bungalow, Open Concept Kit, DR, LR 3 BDR, 1- 4 Pc Bath. New Roof (2008) New Windows (2002) Totally Maintenance Free. Asking $189.900 MLS# 852035 Call Ross 613.433.1133 to view.

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95 JUNE ST

15 QUEEN ST NORTH Ideal family home overlooking the Ottawa River, three bedrooms, two baths, very well maintained home and private setting. MLS# 832065.

Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information.

Move in for spring and enjoy this brand new two storey home on the River - 2 baths - open concept living - sunporch overlooking the river - a beautiful spot for you and your family with easy access to main road. Call Helen at 4320058

1150 CONSTANT LAKE RD, Asking $229,900, just off Hwy 41, well maintained 2 BR, large heated garage home with privacy. MLS# 852311 Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information

Great 3 bedroom investment property or a starter home located on a decent lot. Some upgrades have been done to this home and is definitely worth viewing. Why rent when you can own? Call David at 401-2824 to view today MLS#847665

624 MALONEY RD. Asking $234,900 with 1.7 acres and 5 BR’s, double car garage, finished basement. MLS# 852037 Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information

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210 LETTS CEMETERY RD EGANVILLE 2791 BELLAMY RD., WHITE LAKE $239,900 A 3 bedroom 4 level split with an open concept living, dining and newer kitchen arrangement hardwood flooring - 1 and ½ baths - large deck at the rear overlooking the private rear yard easy highway access - 2 acres of land Call Helen at 432-0058

5729 HWY 132, DACRE 3 ELGIN AVE 2 St Brick Home, Open Concept Kit, DR, LR. 2nd Floor 3BDR, 1-4Pc Bath, Full Basement with 1-4 pc bath, Rec Room. F.A. Gas, Central Air, Lot 100’ by 125’. Asking $210,000 MLS#840203 Call Ross 613.433.1133 for details.

What a home - well maintained two storey 5 bedroom home - 2 full baths - large living room and family room - landscaped beautifully - inground pool - creek surrounding the perimeter of the lot - a gorgeous setting for you and your family Call David at 401-2824 or Helen at 4320058 to see it!

Ideal Hobby Farm located on the edge of Eganville.With 25 acres of land that is fenced, a large barn in good condition with its own well, and at an affordable price this property has much to offer. This well maintained home has three bedrooms, two bathrooms & a fully finished basement offers ample space for all family members. MLS# 823494 Asking $289,900 Call Peter 613.432.0319 for more information

189 DOMBROSKIE RD Great Price! Great Home! Clean, Tidy and Neat.

Large eat in Kitchen, LR, 2 BDR, 1- 4 pc bath plus family room. Full basement with rec room , 1 BR, Furnace Room, New F.A. Oil/Wood Furnace, Asking $164,900 MLS# 827579 Call Ross Peever 613.433.1133 to view.

591 BARRETT CHUTE RD., CALABOGIE CALABOGIE LAKE WATERFRONT What a home - outstanding value and outstanding construction - this home must be seen to be appreciated - paved drive right to your door - numerous bedrooms complete loft living over the large attached garage - well equipped kitchen and eating area overlooking the 4 season porch and inground pool - hot tub area too - This is a marvelous home - skiing and swimming at your doorstep!!!

Call Helen at 432-0058 to see it.

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650 FIFTH ST 794 LOCHWINNOCH RD 2 STY vinyl sided home, updated KIT with oak Cabinets, DR, LR, 1- 3 pc bath, newer windows and doors. Upstairs: 3 BDR, plus 1- 3 pc bath with Jacuzzi tub, large summer kit with loft, 2 car attached garage. $179,000 Call Ross 613.433.1133

1 ½ Storey Home, Many upgrades, Large Kit leading to back deck, separate DR, LR, plus 1- 2 pc bath all on main floor. 2nd floor consists of 2 BDR, 1 – 4 pc bath. Full basement F.A. Gas furnace, 100 amp service, 1 car detached garage. Many extras like newer windows. Asking $144,500 MLS 848853 Call Ross 613.433.1133 for details.

887 GILLAN ROAD Commerical Steel Building 40’ by 60’ Located on edge of Renfrew. Lot 210’ by 313’ lots of Power m Zoned c-2 Asking $179,000 MLS#838833 Call Ross 613.433.1133 for details

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Exam time already upon us at St. Joseph’s Abby Hall Jaguar Journal

St. Josephʼs Catholic High School students are getting pumped up for the fast-approaching visit from our feeder schools!

Orientation day for the elementary schools in RCCDSB will be held on Feb. 6. This is a fun day of dancing, cheering and learning as Grade 8 students tour St. Joeʼs to discover what it means to be a part of the community at SJHS. Student leaders will provide information and answer questions about the high school environment, and visits to regular classes will be made.

There will be musical performances throughout the day, and senior students will have the opportunity to play staff members in a highly competitive volleyball game. We are

looking forward to meeting all of the new students who will be walking through the doors of SJHS next September as students.

The end of January is an exciting time at St. Joeʼs.

The stress of exams will soon be gone, and the excitement of a new semester has many students expressing renewed interest in their classes.

Exams begin today, and will finish on Jan. 29 provided no snow days interfere.

If there is a snow day, the exam scheduled to be written on that day will be rescheduled as the last exam, so all other exams will be written on their scheduled day.

Following the end of the semester, students have a few days of relaxation before we jump into the second semester.

that began back in September. Each morning on the announcements, a small gesture would be suggested as a way to make someoneʼs day better.

These suggestions included giving someone a genuine compliment or holding the door for another person.

These little acts make a big impact on the atmosphere of our school. It is such a wonderful feeling to walk down the hall and receive genuine smiles and greetings from other people.

More information can be found on our school website at sjchsrenfrew.wordpress. com.

Many blogs and articles written by students can be found there, as well as the links to our Facebook and Twitter account. Check it out for up-to-the-minute information.

Despite the season being shifted around, the boysʼ basketball and girlsʼ volleyball seasons are in full swing. The busy practice and game schedule has been put on hold for exams but will pick up where it left off, next week.

Auditions for this yearʼs musical took place last week.

The performance this year will be a traditional favourite, The Sound of Music. The original story follows a young woman named Maria who becomes the governess to the children of a naval officer, set in the second world war. The next few months will be full of rehearsals and preparations, leading up to the show in the spring.

The pastoral team at St. Joeʼs has been putting in extra effort throughout the last two months. The Random Act of Kindness was an initiative

Hospice volunteers welcome recipes for fundraising book Margaret Duggan Hospice Renfrew

The Hospice Renfrew volunteer bakers are putting together a new fundraising cookbook. Sweet and Savoury Pies and Casseroles will be launched at our Hospice Renfrew Bake sale in early October 2013.

To make a success of this project we need recipes from as many sources as possible, both within and beyond our community.

Pies, both sweet and savoury, fall into many categoriesʼ- double crust, single crust, pizza, quiche,frittata, tarts and tartlets, crisps and cobblers and so on.

Casseroles and Slow cooker recipes should be favourite one dish Mains or Sides. Be

creative and give us your new and best recipes. Share those family favourites that appear spontaneously at your family gatherings, perhaps passed down from generation to generation.

Our emphasis is on publishing new and taste tested recipes from you your family and friends that have not been published locally in recent publications.

Recipe submission forms are available at Hospice Renfrew, Albert Street, Renfrew.

Recipes can also be emailed to info@hospicerenfrew.ca Attention: Kareen, Verna or Margaret. We will also accept handwritten recipes. The due date for recipe submissions is March 31, 2013. Together, letʼs make our new fundraiser a success.

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LOTS FOR SALE • LOTS FOR SALE For information regarding any of the following please Call Helen 613.432.0058 WATERFRONT LOT 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

102 HARAMIS DR. Building lot in a prime residential area, measuring 57.35 ft x 112.66 ft deep – ready for construction to commence.

PINNACLE ROAD 5 Building Lots Each Two Acres On Pinnacle Rd - Easy Access To Town Paved Road Right To Your Door. All Severed And Surveyed And Ready For Your Home To Be Built

For details please Call Ross 613.433.1133

Building Lot Humphrey’s Rd (just off the Castleford Rd.)

MacMahon Rd 3 ½ Acres

EXCELLENT LOCATION

Bordering 100 Acres of Private Crown land which is located on Reid’s Lake (located 3 miles from Renfrew) You must see this property! Hydro on Property.

• COMM. BUILDING LOT - Raglan St. N. • COMM. LAND HWY #60 - Fully serviced C-2 zoning - 3 parcels • HARAMIS DR. (Manor Estates) Fully Serviced Lots

Just past

Mount St. Patrick Village 2.86 Acres of flat land with small creek at side and back of property. Excellent building lot.

Asking $34,500

FOR A FREE AND HONEST EVALUATION OF YOUR HOME

Call Peter 613.432.0319 for information on any of these lots

5 Lots Available Calvin Rd outside Haley Station Severed & Surveyed.

All over 1 acre in size for $22,000 to $25,000.

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ONLY1 Unit Left FOR LEASE

Drive for the food bank Mack MacKenzie Motors held a fundraiser for the Renfrew and District Food Bank in December. For all test drives, MacKenzie’s made a donation of $25 to the food bank.

Forty-two people took cars out for a test drive, and MacKenzie’s presented the food bank with a cheque for $1,050.

Renfrew and District Food Bank president Doug Brookes, left, thanks Greg MacKenzie of MacKenzie Motors for their support.

53 James Street , Arnprior

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LAST UNIT LEFT. Free rent period to qualified tenant.

Great signage and terrific high traffic location. Act now!

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Gerry O'Neil Broker of Record 613-432-2333 gerryoneil@royallepage.ca

Catherine O'Neil Broker 613-432-2333 catherineoneil@royallepage.ca

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5084 MATAWATCHAN ROAD So Many Possibilities...A Must See Property! 165 acres of unspoiled natural woodland. Fantastic for the hunter/ outdoorsman with many trails, a creek & wildlife galore + backs onto 1000’s of acres of crown land. Only minutes to public boat launch for Madawaska River. MLS#855250

1991 FORESTERS FALLS ROAD: Affordable 1.5 storey in the quaint village of Foresters Falls. All upgrades complete for you! 2+2 bedrooms, large family room with wood stove, patio doors to deck. Lovely landscaped creek in backyard, storage/ workshop. Priced to Move! $137,5000. MLS#855383

5084A MATAWATCHAN ROAD Great Place To Build Your Dream Home! 14 acres of unspoiled natural woodland. Property is on a 7 acre [approx.] lake with total privacy! Only minutes to public boat launch & a few hundred yards from crown land for many different recreation adventures. MLS#855254

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210 PINNACLE RD: On the outskirts of town! 3+1 bedrms, 2 baths, new windows & kitchen cabinets. Kitchen appliances included. Lower level w/ rec. rm, large 4th bedrm & 3pc bath & exterior entry. Easy access to Hwy 17 & 60. $219,000. MLS#840874

221 PINNACLE ROAD: On the fringe of Renfrew. 3+1 bedrm home features hardwood flooring, open concept design w/ cathedral ceiling, master w/ walk-in closet & 4pc ensuite, finished lower level w/ large family room & propane fireplace. $305,000. MLS#852870

298 BARR STREET: Stately 3 storey century home in lovely area of town.

5 bedrooms, 4 baths, hardwood flooring throughout. Many upgrades.

Restored to its natural beauty. Garage. Dbl Lot. Call for information! $399,500. MLS#854910.

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97 TOMS ROAD: Private 2 storey home on quiet country road. 3+1 bedrooms, 2 baths, fireplace, spacious kitchen and living room. Large workshop and wood storage. Situated on 1.6 Acres with creek, pond and waterfall in your backyard. Approximately 15 minutes from Renfrew. $195,000. MLS#855118

1528 WHITTON ROAD: Spacious, custom stone family home close to town on 14 acres! Open concept kitchen/ dining rm, large family rm + rec rm. Att dbl gar + det gar. 3 season rm, pool, deck, pond! $535,000. MLS#838711

552 MINE VIEW ROAD: ATTENTION ANIMAL LOVERS! Lovely family home w/ att dbl garage + det. 30’ x 40’ insulated garage. 3+1 bedrms, hardwd flring, finished lower level w/ bar area, wood stove, bedrm, office. Easy access to Hwy #17! $349,000. MLS#849636

177 FLAT ROAD: Meticulous rustic log & brick 3 bedroom, 3 bath home featuring a vaulted ceiling, center stone fireplace, fireplace in master, pool, hot tub, hardwood bush with trails, creek! 20 min from town. MLS#848629

Sherri Cobus Broker 613-432-1947 sherricobus@royallepage.ca

Allison Shields-Mulvihill Sales Representative 613-433-2880 allisonmulvihill@royallepage.ca

Your Weekend Sales Rep. Mike Coulas Sales Representative 613-432-0092 mikecoulas@royallepage.ca

5126 HWY #60: A good winter project for the handyman!

2 storey home, in Douglas, needing TLC. Situated on beautiful, mature lot. Listing Price: $79,900. MLS#852598

PT LOT 10, CON 1&2, MATAWATCHAN: 260 ft of Waterfront on Spring Fed Hutson Lake! Chalet style cabin ¾ completed sits on property – no water, heat. Solar.

Seasonal road access off of Eddison Drive. $144,500. MLS#850194

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15B LINDA LANE: Cottage situated on the Madawaska River with 4.8 acres. Great Recreational Property!

Over 20 miles of waterway for great fishing & boating! $189,900. MLS#839287

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361 DOMINION ST: Solid, 2 storey, brick home, large deck, fenced yard w/ storage shed. Open concept dining/ living rm. Newer windows, laminate flring & paint. $145,900.

MLS#842973

SUNDAY, JANUARY 27TH from 2pm - 4pm Your Host: Sherri Cobus, Broker 613-432-1947

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181 COOPER HILL RD: Lovely home situated on a point along the River featuring 2 bay garage, some newer windows, newer flooring, electrical, roof,& propane fireplace! Fully furnished! A Must See Property! $495,000. MLS#842965

OPEN HOUSE 1576 GARDEN OF EDEN RD

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RUTTAN RD 2.25 acres! $47,500.

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GRATTAN RD 2 acres! $32,900.

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DOMBROSKIE RD 4.32 acres! $45,900.

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19 acres- 874’ Waterfront on Muskrat Lake! $229,900 MLS#8407466

Lovely Garden Lake Waterfront Property! $69,900. MLS#847227

269 MCMAHON RD 91 acres- 1000’ Waterfront on Reid’s Lake! $249,500. MLS#841835

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The ninth annual Celebration of Life Fundraiser Dance is Friday, Feb. 9 at the Renfrew Armouries. The Riley New Band and Ghost Town Cryers will be taking to the stage. Doors open at 7 p.m. Promoting the event, in front from left are Valley Heritage Radio operations director Bill Parker, myFM Radio president and owner Jon Pole, and VHR morning man Andrew Cartwright; middle row Janet Robertson of the Celebration of Life Dance organizing committee, and Hospice Renfrew fundraising chair Jo-Anne Dowdall-Brown; and back row Renfrew Victoria Hospital director of development Barb Desilets, and myFM midday host Jessica Bilson.

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For the ninth time, people will be out to fill the Renfrew Armouries for a good time and support good causes.

Proceeds from the Celebration of Life fundraising dance Friday, Feb. 1 are going to the Renfrew Victoria Hospitalʼs oncology unit/ digital mammography and Hospice Renfrew.

The Riley New Band and Ghost Town Cryers will supply the music and are sure to get the crowd hopping.

Tickets are $10 or by donation. Advance tickets may be purchased at Scotiabank, Dahlʼs

Convenience, OVG Inc., Rayʼs Flowers and Burnett Farm Supply.

Last yearʼs Celebration of Life dance made $18,000, bringing the total to about $150,000 over the nine years, Janet Robertson of the organizing committee said.

“Itʼs always been a good time. The dance floor is packed,” Robertson said.

Anyone looking to donate items for the evening may contact Robertson at 613-312-0045.

“Weʼll gladly accept silent and live auction items and food for the kitchen,” Robertson added.

Doors open at 7 p.m.

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Inspired Wolves top Arnprior 5-2

Special Olympics hockey action

VALLEY DIVISION STANDINGS

Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

The Renfrew Timberwolves needed a shot in the arm, and they got it with the return of local lads Drew Anderson and Jesse Riopelle Friday night.

Their presence opened up the rest of the lineup, and paced by goals from five different sources, the Wolves skated past the Arnprior Packers 5-2 in a solid Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League performance at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre.

Colin Bradbury, Kurtis Leclaire, Erik Mask, Scott Conroy and Ryan Eady pulled the trigger to help Renfrew shed a miserable seven-game losing streak.

Eric Malloy and Corey Chaplin answered for Arnprior.

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Puck carrier Denise Gorgon of Renfrew circles behind the net as goalie Ken Johnston keeps an eye on the puck. No score was kept in this game for players at the adapted and D level. The Special Olympic floor hockey tourney took place Saturday, Jan. 12 at Arnprior District High School. Brockville rallied to tie Renfrew 5-5 in regulation time before winning the shootout for a 6-5 triumph in the C final. Kingston was a surprise 7-6 loser to Ottawa in the B final. Kingston had won the day’s earlier game between the two teams 5-0.

WOLVES 5, ARNPRIOR 2

Bradbury and Malloy exchanged goals in the latter stages of the opening stanza, leading the teams deadlock at 1-1 heading into the first intermission.

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The move should have paid instant dividends as the trio came out flying right off the bat.

However, the coaching staff was rewarded 1:21 into the second period on a Renfrew powerplay.

Leclaire took feeds from his linemates, and from the slot, one-time a centring feed past Packers netminder Kyle Lamothe.

Mask slid an ice-cutter from the left-wing face off circle home to up the ante to 3-1 at the 7:33 mark, and Conroy followed 40 seconds later to make it 4-1 before the middle period was 10 minutes old.

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goalposts getting in the way.

Chaplin rounded out the scoring for Arnprior with 5:10 remaining.

Wolves goaltender Matt Gagne kicked aside 23 of 25 Arnprior shots.

The Wolves held a 39-25 edge in that department, including 15-6 in the opening period as they came out buzzing.

WOLVES HOWLINGS

The Wolves have a pair of home games this weekend.

The division-leading Perth Blue Wings supply the opposition Friday at 8 p.m.

If you bring a non-perishable food item for the Renfrew and District Food Bank to this game, you will receive $2 off the admission price.

The Metcalfe Jets of the Metro loop pay their yearly visit Sunday at 7:30 p.m.

Castleford Ice Fishing Derby Feb. 16 Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

Coach Frank Belanger wraps up his pre-game pep talk to the Renfrew Millionaires before their 6-5 shootout loss in the C final against Brockville. Renfrew won its two roundrobin games, 6-4 over Kingston and 7-4 over Brockville. Arnprior defeated Ottawa and Kingston in C round-robin play, but was eliminated with a 5-4 loss to Brockville.

Enjoy Renfrew Winter Frew Fest Saturday, Jan. 26 at Ma-Te-Way Park. Games for everyone. Events start at 1 p.m. The day includes a bonfire complete with marshmallows, and ends with a dance and fireworks. Everything will be done by 9 p.m. Free admission for all.

Also, the Renfrew Firefighters annual ice fishing derby takes place on the Bonnechere River starting at 7 a.m. and running to 5 p.m.

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The popular Castleford Charity Ice Fishing Derby is ready to roll in 2013.

This yearʼs eighth-annual derby is set for Saturday, Feb. 16 on the family day weekend.

“What better way to enjoy free family fishing weekend than outside in the fresh air,” committee member and treasurer Don Storie said.

The Castleford Charity Ice Fishing Derby has raised more than $30,000 for local charities over the first seven years, Storie noted.

“All of this is made possible by the overwhelming support of our local businesses, volunteers and residents of the Valley who support our charity efforts.”

The 2013 recipients are Community Living Renfrew County South (Arnprior and Renfrew), CEDSA (Assisting Children With Ectodermal Dysplasia Syndromes), and the Horton Community Centre.

Last year Storie and committee president Vern Barr presented cheques of $2,300 to each of these three organizations.

Information on the fishing derby can be found on the website www.castlefordicefishingderby.com.

Entry fees are adults $10, and ages 17 and under, $5. Tickets are available at JRʼs County Store in Chenaux, Robbins Convenience Store Braeside, Toweyʼs Bayʼt and Tackle Arnprior,

Gourleyʼs Store and Gas Bar Renfrew, B&B Buy Back Arnprior, and Scott & Sons Hardware and NAPA Auto Parts in Renfrew.

On derby day, tickets can be purchased at Larry Rawnʼs garage at the corner of Thomson Road and the River Road. Weigh-ins of fish will be at the same location.

Ministry of Natural Resources regulations apply with live release preferred.

Fishing takes place on the Ottawa River from the Chenaux Dam to Chats Falls.

“As usual, there will be many prizes drawn on your derby tickets from our pool of prizes donated by our local businesses,” Storie said.

The adult entry draw prize is a portable ice hut and a power auger.

The kids entry draw prize is a 125cc ATV. The person bringing in the largest fish receives $300 and a trophy. There are also men, women, intermediate and junior categories which win money prizes and trophies.

A shanty breakfast gets underway at 6 a.m., and supper at 5 p.m. supplied by the Horton Volunteer Firefighters Association at the Horton Community Centre.

Awards are at 7 p.m. The bar will be open and a DJ will be supplying music.

Storie stresses, should poor ice conditions result in the cancellation of the fishing portion of the derby itself, everything else, breakfast, draws, DJ, etc. will go on as planned in the Horton Community Centre.

“Pray for some cold weather,” encourages Storie.

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Peewee Wolves conquer the Devils Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

The Renfrew Peewee Timberwolves became the ďŹ rst local rep team to earn a second tournament championship banner in the 2012-13 hockey season.

The Wolves captured the North Dundas Devils crown in Winchester Jan. 12 The Wolves defeated the Char-Lan Rebels 5-2 and the host Devils 1-0 before pulling out a 3-2 win over the South Stormont Selects in the ďŹ nal.

Carter Bleeks scored in every game and had four markers in total. Reid Barber added a pair, and Thomas Barber, Andrew MacAskill and Tanton Landriault singles. Jayce Greer collected four assists.

Luke Moran posted two wins and Jacob Miller added his eighth shutout.

The Peewee Wolves also blanked Petawawa in Upper Ottawa Valley Hockey League play, 8-0, and lost 2-1 to Valley Storm.

Reid Barber and Jared Burnette had hat tricks. Carter Bleeks added two goals and three helpers and Tyler Blackburn a solo marker. Miller posted another shutout.

The Novice Timberwolves topped Arnprior 4-3 and dropped a 2-1 decision to Pembroke.

Angus Duchene had three goals and Connor Buffam three assists in the win. Luke

Steele added a single plus two assists. Chase Congdon scored in the defeat.

Owen Osborne was between the pipes in both games.

The Atom Wolves tied Pembroke 2-2 and defeated Arnprior 3-1.

Colby Bleeks had two goals, Carter Sammon, Kelson Hart and Nycholas Pearse singles. Hart and Pearse scored 28 seconds apart in the win. Justin Schutt added two assists.

Meadow Congdon was called up from atom house and earned the tie. Summer Simons was in goal for the victory.

The Bantam Wolves topped Petawawa 3-1, and then lost the return match on the road 1-0. They also lost 2-0 in Cobden.

Kraig Thompson, Ben Kusiseski and Jared Leclaire scored, all with assists from Zach Moran. Carter Blimkie backstopped all three decisions.

The Minor Midget Wolves edged Petawawa 2-1 on goals from Adam Wright and Devon Barber. Patrick Bruzas chalked up the win.

Arnprior shut down the Major Midget Wolves 4-0 despite Travis LemayĘźs 21-save effort.

Saturday games: Peewee Wolves vs. Deep River at 2:15 p.m., Bantam Wolves vs.

Pembroke 3:30 p.m., Minor Midget Wolves vs. Pembroke

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Eganville defeated Renfrew Pizzeria 6-1 in novice house hockey action.

Colby Campbell scored for the Renfrew team. Hope Simons was in goal.

Canadian Tire bested Petawawa in the atom loop 3-1 behind goal production from Christopher Cayen, Carson Hanson and Matthew SarsďŹ eld. Meadow Congdon guarded the goalcrease.

CTC also travelled to BarryĘźs Bay and reached the B ďŹ nal. CTC lost 1-0 and 2-1 to host teams, and topped local rival BarkerĘźs 4-1 in their second game.

Hayden Moore had two goals. SarsďŹ eld, Owen Brabant and Sinisiaq Niego carded singles.

Rory Limlaw scored for BarkerĘźs, who also lost its ďŹ rst game 6-0 to West Carleton.

Brody Bennett was in goal in both tournament games for BarkerĘźs.

BarkerĘźs also dropped regular-season encounters 6-2 and 8-2 to Pembroke teams.

Limlaw and Dawson Stroud scored two goals each.

FarrellĘźs skated to a 6-6 draw with Arnprior.

Olivia Smart notched a pair.

Maxx Steele, Kenya Stevenson, Easton McDonald and Alec McCallum had others.

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Katie Brydges was between the pipes.

NAPA came home B champs from the Cobden peewee house tournament.

After suffering a 2-1 loss to Rockland, NAPA rolled past BarryĘźs Bay 6-2 and Cobden 9-1.

Tanton Landriault had seven goals and Stephen Young three goals and three assists.

Wyatt St. Michael, Brady

Limlaw, Bryce Schaap, Colton Dowd, Olivia Smart and Sydney Smart bagged singles.

Brody Byce and Bryce Schaap covered goaltending duties.

Schaap pegged the goalkeeping win while St. Michael and Landriault each had a goal and an assist in a 2-1 NAPA win over Cobden in league play.

FultonĘźs left Pembroke

with a 1-1 tie. Brett Clouthier scored in support of goaltender Ethan Joudrey.

The Renfrew Metro bantams lost 2-1 to BarryĘźs Bay and Eganville as Evan Zohr and Braedon Vincent scored for Metro. Connery Campbell was the tough-luck losing goaltender.

Cole Turcotte and Brandon Hanniman scored as FraserĘźs and Deep River tied 2-2.

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The Renfrew Peewee Timberwolves captured the North Dundas tournament championship Jan. 12 in Winchester. The Wolves defeated the Char-Lan Rebels 5-2 and the North Dundas Devils 1-0 to reach the final. Renfrew then outlasted the South Stormont Selects 3-2. In front row from left are Luke Moran and Jacob Miller; second row, Jayce Greer, Brandon Nykyforak, Tyler Blackburn, Braedon Reinert, Andrew MacAskill, Lucas Crozier, Matthew Finan, Thomas Barber; third row, Tanton Landriault, Brock Pierce, Reid Barber, Carter Bleeks and Jared Burnette; and back row, assistant coach Neil MacAskill, head coach Cory Greer, assistant coach Carey Finan and trainer Ryan Bleeks. Katie Hill and manager Linda Crozier are missing from the photo.

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The Upper Ottawa Valley Tween C continued its ďŹ ne play with a doubleheader sweep from West Ottawa Saturday in National Capital Region Ringette League play.

Hannah Bradley had three goals in each game and Rickell BlaedowĘźs goaltending performance was highlighted by a game 2 shutout as UOV won 7-2 and 8-0.

Carissa Moore added two goals in the ďŹ rst game for UOV. Megan Bennett and Renee St. Cyr collected singles.

Abby Delarge was a twogoal architect in the nightcap.

Daphne Rose, Maia Zohr and Taylor Virgin added singles.

The UOV Petite Bs split a pair of feisty encounters with Nepean.

Nepean won the opener 6-4 while the Valley girls won the get-away game 4-3.

Kate Ryan, Erica Mosseau, Brenna Cone with her ďŹ rst goal, and Lauryn Atkins, scored in the opener. Mosseau added three assists and Atkins two.

Mosseau notched two goals in the win. Jordan Benedict and Hannah Hubert added singles. Kate Ryan collected two helpers.

Carolyn Wytenburg went the distance between the pipes.

The teams combined for 26 minutes in penalties in the two games.

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Fourteen senior athletes and four coaches from the Renfrew Amateur Wrestling Club made their way to St PatrickĘźs High School in Ottawa to compete at the annual National Capital tournament Jan 19.

The athletes competed against teams from central and eastern Ontario as well as western Quebec. In all, there were over 200 athletes participating in this tournament.

Once again the athletes from the Renfrew club did not disappoint. They dominated their weight classes with an impressive show of skill, technique and discipline, rounding out the day with a total of 13 medals.

Capturing gold in their respective weight classes were Jake Cartman, Craig Hedden, Lily Lafont, Athena Mitchell and Chelsea Bernard.

Jenna Hedden, Angel Smith, Colton Warren, Cody Driscoll and Devyn Tabbert earned silver and Samantha Smith, Cole Herbert and Brandon McDonald took home bronze medals.

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Museum carries the puck

The Renfrew NHA-NHL Birthplace Museum board will be busy during Renfrew Winter Frew Fest this weekend with draws on the books Hockey Gods of the Summit and The Renfrew Millionaires written by board member and historian Frank Cosentino, as well as a draw for a hockey stick during the Sunday night Jr. B Timberwolves game.

The museum committee will also be giving out pucks donated by Bonnechere Caves owner Chris Hinsperger with the Birthplace Museum logo on one side, and Bonnechere Caves on the other. From left are museum executive director Ray Dunbar, Hinsperger and Sean Steele of the museum. On Saturday, Feb. 2 during Celebrate Our Game Day in Eganville the Valley Heavy Pucks â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a team made up of musicians, poets and writers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; meets the Chelsea Cheese Cutters at 5 p.m., while the Eganville Old Eagles challenge the Renfrew Millionaires at 6 p.m. Museum board members will also be selling and holding book and puck draws that day.

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Families enjoy Admaston skate and barbecue at the ARC ARC secretary

The Admaston Recreation Committee held its first Family Skate and BBQ last Friday evening at the Admaston Rec-

reation Complex. Our committee and rink crew have worked hard to develop a quality ice surface for our users and the students of Admaston Public School.

This year, we are getting

even more organized, and are happy to provide you with regular hours of operation, as well as a Friday night canteen.

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While it is a busy time of year, we also offer sponge puck hockey Thursday nights from 6 to 7 p.m. to children in Grades 1 to 6 p.m. Cost is $20 per child for the season.

Our menʼs league runs on Mondays from 8 to 10 p.m.

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The rinkhouse will now be locked at 10 p.m. nightly, and the lights are on a timer to turn on at 5:30, and off at 10 p.m.

Our Friday night canteen will be open from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., and will have snacks and drinks for your refreshment.

The rinkhouse will also be open on weekends from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

We also have a new sign at the gate that shows whether our rink is open or closed.

We ask that users respect the information, as we will only close the rink when using it would be detrimental to the condition of the surface. The

better the condition of the ice, the more enjoyable time skaters will have!

We have put together some events for our users throughout our skating season as well.

The first was the Family Skate and BBQ last Friday.

The second will be our second annual skate-a-thon, on Friday, Feb. 1 from 5 to 8 p.m.

For the skate-a-thon, you simply get your pledge form from the Admaston-Bromley Township office or a committee member and ask a few people to sponsor you for an hourʼs skate.

Come out on Feb. 1 with your skates and pledges, and have a great time.

Our second Family Skate and BBQ is Friday, Feb. 22 from 5 to 8 p.m. Proceeds from these events will go to help build a shed for our ʻnewto-usʼ Zamboni, and maintain

and we ask for a $2 donation per game, or $10 donation for the season. We love to see everyone out playing.

The Admaston Recreation Committee is excited about this season, and all our activities. We really hope to see you out on the ice.

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Breigh Whalen helps Ryan Stephens with the tying of his skates while Sydney Box is already prepared to hit the ice Friday night during the family skate and BBQ at the Admaston Recreation Complex.

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Strong start to season for the Calabogie Ski Racing Club Anne Lefebvre Calabogie Ski Racing Club

The race season has begun for Calabogie Ski Racing Club athletes.

The action got underway at Calabogie Peaks Jan. 19 with an U16 slalom. The challenging course was a mix of soft snow and sheer ice, forcing the athletes to draw upon all their resources.

The Calabogie U16 girls posted excellent results: Aylen Ferguson (Carp) was just outside the top 10, finishing 11th overall after two strong runs while Gabrielle DʼAoust (Glenburnie) finished 25th.

The lone Calabogie U16 boy was Chris Pepin (Kinburn), who was 29th on his first run,

but did not finish his second run.

Jan. 20 saw three races for different age categories. The U16s were at it again, carving up a giant slalom (GS) course at Mont St-Marie, Que. Chris Pepin upped the speed to come in 14th, while Aylen Ferguson came back from a crash on her first run to post a time good enough for 24th place on her second run.

The U14s braved snow and icy winds on Jan. 20 to race a GS at Camp Fortune, Que. The normal format for a race is a two-run combined time result.

However, high winds forced the cancellation of the second run, so results were based on the first run only. For the boys, Alex Duff (Pembroke) snuck

Alex Wroe of Burnstown rips down the slalom course on his way to a fifth place finish in the U10 boys race.

broke) was 19th. Carly Alexander (Carp) was DSQed on her first run but rallied for

28th on her second run.

Next weekend, the U12s enter their first races of the

season, a slalom at Camp Fortune Jan. 26 and a GS at Calabogie Peaks Jan. 27.

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onto the podium in fifth place, while younger brother Sam Duff was only two-100ths of a second behind him in sixth.

Rookies Connor Maclean and Liam Maclean of Manotick came in a respectable 47th and 51st place. Travis Reid (Kingston) had the speed but was unable to capitalize and did not finish.

The girls battled the ice with some solid results: Jenna Wissing (Kanata) was 15th, Lauren Ferguson (Carp) 32nd, Alexandra Kerr (Kemptville) 39th, and Jessica Earle (Greely) 41st. Sophia Tan (Kanata) and Emma Schreider (Kingston) skied hard but did not finish.

Calabogie Peaks was the site for the very first U10 race in the region, and the Calabogie racers put on an exciting show for the home town crowd.

The boys dominated the top 10, with Alex Wroe (Burnstown) picking up a fifth-place ribbon, Jeremy Van Grunsven (Odessa) seventh, Evan Sharma (Kingston) ninth, and Wyatt Campbell-Brunke (Renfrew) 10th. Thys Blok (White Lake) came back from a disqualification (DSQ) on his first run to post a time good enough for 15th on his second.

Carson Lefebvre (Calabogie) was very fast on both runs, but hit a gate and lost a ski, knocking him out of the race.

The girls were super, too.

Louise Stonham of Arnprior, in her ski racing debut,finished 10th, and Nicole Duff (Pem-

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U.S. lads keep Spiel humming Andy Sklepowicz

The cries of ʻthe Americans are coming, the Americans are comingʼ resounded throughout the curling club last week in preparation for the annual International Spaghetti Spiel.

The boys from Pennsylvania arrived and this time they did the lunch cooking as they brought clam chowder, pierogi and kielbasa; enough to feed an overflowing crowd.

Theresa and Karl Mann, the kitchen staff, bartenders and many volunteers did a great job in hosting the 96 curlers who took to the ice in a fun spiel that always has a waiting list. The fun day came complete with piggy tails for hogged rocks, minnow races, great food, prizes for all and many laughs as the Americans helped make this a memorable event. Taking home the hardware were Brian Hewitt,

Lee Sharpe, Joanne Hay and Cyndi Wilson.

In other news, the Low Cup games were in Arnprior and Renfrew took on the host club. Barry Griese, Jim Berg, Al Comba and George Burton lost 6-4 in their first game but then came back to win their second game 11-5.

Rob Warren, Don Rouble, Andy Humphries and Ted Digel played well, winning 9-6 and 7-3. The three wins were more than enough to keep Renfrew atop the standings.

Renfrew hosted Autumn Leaves. Barb Roy, Leith Collins, Anne MacNeil and Louise Jamieson were schooled by their former club mates Marg Dawson, Lynn Goodbody and their Eganville teammates in the morning. But the Renfrew foursome came back with a last-end steal to win over Killaloe in their second game.

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Spaghetti Spiel champs, from left, skip Brian Hewitt, lead Cyndi Wilson, second Joanne Hay and third Lee Sharpe.

Barb Westgarth, Laurie Millar, Donna Watson and Joan Eaton dropped their first game to Pembroke and seemed destined for the same fate in the afternoon facing the Dawson rink. But down four in the eighth, the Renfrew ladies put together a good end and Marg was facing four with her last shot. But the wily skip executed a perfect hit and roll, leaving Barb with a tough last rock double for the game.

It was not to be and the losses dropped the Renfrew gals in

the standings.

And at the Best Western provincial competition, the team of Barb Westgarth, Shelley Jamieson, Stephanie Langlois and Barb Roy defeated Oshawa in their first game and Westgarth drew the button with her last rock to defeat Cobourgʼs Northumberland CC in their second. This put the ladies on the A side where they met an old rival from Barrie and this time the opposition came out on top to eliminate the Renfrew foursome.

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Cheers to the new year Sport Renfrew handed out some Christmas cheer in December. In front row from left are Kaitlyn Lewis, Ryan Theold, Sport Renfrew representative Lou Belleville and Abigale Price, $1,200 for Renfrew Youth Bowling; and back row, Jack Collins, $1,000 Renfrew Snowsuit Fund; Lorna Finner, $1,000 Renfrew Victoria Hospital Tree of Lights; Jane Forrest, $1,000 Salvation Army, Sandra Fredette, $1,000 Renfrew and District Food Bank; and Cathy Cuff, $435 Community Living Renfrew County South. Sport Renfrew also handed out $2,000 for needy children, and $300 to the Ottawa Missions.

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Anderson holds book signing of PANKA Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

Residents of Quail Creek Retirement Centre got together Sunday afternoon, Dec. 16 to honour one of their own.

Don Anderson, 88, was signing copies of his book, PANKA. He was also joined by daughter Lesley Murray and her husband Harvey, granddaughter Posy Bennett and great granddaughter Adrianne Guty.

Anderson was surprised by all the fuss.

“Yes, it was a good day,” he said after things quieted down.

“Iʼm a bit bewildered.”

Daughter Lesley noted that her father wrote the book 15 years ago, but only had it published recently. Anderson is also working on a sequel.

Doris Humphries, a former school librarian, spoke on Andersonʼs penmanship.

“Congratulations on such a high accomplishment, particularly at our age,” she said with a grin.

“On behalf of the staff, congratulations,” Nina Gould said.

“We are all very proud of you.”

“We are very proud. It (the book) looks fantastic,” Bennett added.

Quail Creek administrator Bev Powell also dropped around to pick up a copy of

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Don Anderson’s book launch of PANKA was held at Quail Creek Retirement Centre Dec. 16. With Anderson, from left are granddaughter Posy Bennett, great granddaughter Adrianne Guty and daughter Lesley Murray. the book.

DEDICATED TO SYLVIA

The book is dedicated to Sylvia, Andersonʼs loving wife of 59 years before she

passed away.

The book is a science fiction novel that revolves around twins who discover that their deceased parents came from the planet Panka.

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It is also available on Kindle, Kobo, iBooks, Sony, Nook and other independent eBook retailers.

Church Services Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church 291 Plaunt St. S. Rev. Russell Wardell Rev. Susan Tough Sunday Worship 10am For all Ages Wheelchair Accessible Website: http://www.tsarenfrew.ca _____________________________

Clinic reaches just 60 per cent of collection goal The Christmas holidays are behind us, but the need for blood is ever present.

“Donating blood is the best kind of resolution because itʼs easy to keep, takes little time and is greatly appreciated,” said Jennifer Heale, community development co-ordinator for Canadian Blood Services after the Jan. 3 blood donor clinic at Renfrewʼs Best Western and Conference Centre “Your donation will have a direct impact on someone in need, like a patient undergoing heart surgery, who could use blood from up to five donors.

“Iʼve heard from people who say theyʼd like to give blood, but they canʼt get around to doing it.” Heale added.

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The Renfrew Best Western Inn and Conference Centre was the site of Renfrew’s first blood donor clinic of 2013. The Jan. 3 clinic was sponsored by Mackay Manor. Doreen McLaren gives blood for the 35th time. we collected 60 per cent of our goal (73 out of a potential 120 units of blood).

“We know that the first week of January is the end of the holiday season but it is vital that people keep these appointments in order to ensure that we are able to supply the necessary blood to our local - Pine wall unit and bench, all custom made - Oak bedroom set and oak armoire - Round oak table and chairs - Wagon wheel coffee table - Side boards - Dressers - Hall tree - China cabinets - 50’s Bar - Other antique furniture - There is a good selection of china and glassware - There are many tools.

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“Some people even think they donʼt need to donate because ʻsomeone else will do itʼ.

The reality is that the demand for blood is growing. We need new and current donors to become lifelong donors in order to meet the needs of Canadian hospital patients, “New donors are critically important to our long term goal to grow the donor base to 500,000 Canadians by 2015,” Heale said.

The many no-shows at the Renfrew clinic was a concern.

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Tales and Tunes with Troubadour coming to White Lake Jan. 26 THIS WEEK’S FEATURE

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Valley troubadour Lyle Dillabough will entertain at the White Lake Restaurant this Saturday, Jan. 26.

Dillabough will host Tales & Tunes with the Troubadourʼ from 7 to 9 p.m.

He explains that the gathering will be a “living room/kitchen style event.”

There is no admission charge, as no one is getting paid, he noted, adding the restaurant owner is keeping her eatery open after hours so the community can gather there. It will be a goodwill evening “for the fun of it,” Dillabough said.

“Itʼs just meant to be a ʻtymeʼ, where folks are invited to stop by and share stories, sing songs, (bring their instruments if they want) socialize and just have a ʻmid-winterʼsʼ night out … Just like old times.”

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The great backyard bird count, or the GBBC The great backyard bird count is an annual four day, world wide event that runs from Feb. 5 to 18.

Last year 627 species were seen and recorded and over 17 million individual birds were counted.

Participants count birds for at least 15 minutes on one or more days of the GBBC. You can count for longer than that if you wish, count in as many places as you wish, on as many days as you like, one, two, three or all four days. Estimate the number of individuals of each species you saw during your count period. After each count period you submit a checklist to the website, for each day and each location The GBBC will be integrated with eBird, a world-wide data collection program used for keeping track of your personal checklists and records.

Once you have created a GBBC account you are set to enter the results of your counts. The beauty of the program is that you can follow all the entries by other birders in the same program in your area.

It is necessary that you have access to the internet or a friend that has access to the internet in order to participate.

Birders that I know that are in the program find it a very interesting weekend of birding and also for adding to the information for study purposes.

If you wish to participate, go to the website www.birdsource.org/gbbc/howto.html for important details and instructions.

RED BIRD

Jackie Shepherd took many pictures of a bird at her feeder

JIM FERGUSON SCENE FROM THE HAWK’S EYE

and because of the colour and the shape of the bill she found identification a bit confusing.

She sent us several of the pictures and we came to the conclusion that the “red bird” was a male red crossbill.

Purple finches, house finches and the crossbills (red and white-winged) are all about the same size and the males have varying amounts of bright red, orange red and raspberry red in their plumage. It is the bill of the crossbill that is so distinctive. The upper and lower mandibles are clearly crossed, making it easier for them to open the cones of conifers and extract the seeds.

bit unsettled.

After watching them for a while he noticed the reason for their unrest, a bald eagle was perched in a tree a short distance away and was keeping a sharp eye on the turkeys.

Turkeys are a large bird and would put up quite a fight if attacked by an eagle.

Eagles will take prey as large as a snow goose, especially one that is injured.

This time the eagle lost interest and left the turkeys alone.

RED-TAILED HAWK

George Dunlop saw a redtailed hawks west of Cobden in an area where small mammals are usually plentiful.

This winter the pickings are not so good.

The deep snow and layers of ice prevent the birds from getting to where the animals are. The hawk will likely move further south where there is less snow and more food.

The small mammals are able to make their tunnels underneath the snow and ice

next to the ground where temperatures are slightly below freezing. There is plenty of grass for them to eat and to build nests. They have a safe haven where predators cannot get to them.

GRAY JAY

John Tremlay at Calabogie has a good variety of birds at his feeder including gray jays, common redpolls, red and white-breasted nuthatches and goldfinches.

The regulars, chickadees

and blue jays are also active visitors.

Well-stocked feeders with seed and suet in a protected area will attract birds of many species.

If you are interested enough to put out the food, they will be interested in coming to feed.

Enjoy your birding. Ila and Jim Ferguson, 5313 River Road, RR 5, Renfrew Ont., K7V 3Z8.

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WHAT TO FEED?

Doug Headrick had a male cardinal arrive at his feeder for the first time and he was wondering what seed they preferred.

As with all birds, except for birds of prey, black oil sunflower seed is the best. Cardinals prefer to feed on the ground or on the snow. During the nesting season much of their food intake is insects.

The fruit from sumac, wild grape, elderberry, pin cherry, sunflower and dogwood keep them going the remainder of the year.

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Ron and Brenda Golden saw a remarkable stand-off between a flock of wild turkeys and a bald eagle. Ron said that the turkeys were feeding near their home and they seemed a

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To help everyone in Renfrew and area catch a few more ZZZs this year, the RVH Sleep Lab and Sleep Products store have both expanded their services.

Our hospital has been helping patients who suffer from a variety of sleep disorders for more than 13 years. We are affiliated with the Ottawa Hospital’s Sleep Lab at the Civic Site and Respirologist Dr. Judith Leech.

“Sleep is important. We spend one third of our lives doing it, and it’s necessary to feel well rested to go about your day,” says Dr. Leech.

Addressing issues of lack of energy and feeling tired can be key to your overall health, she states. With help from sleep professionals the ultimate benefit is “the immediate feeling of being rested.”

As was the case for patient Merrill Camelon, who is thrilled with the results he’s seen since his initial testing last September.

“My only regret is not having gone sooner.

It’s like I have a whole new life now.”

Camelon says he didn’t realize he wasn’t sleeping properly in the first place and it’s remarkable how much more energy he has now that he’s sleeping soundly with the aid of a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine.

He’s also very appreciative of the care shown by everyone working in the sleep lab and in the store: “Everyone is always so nice.”

Dr. Leech says the long-term risks associated with poor sleeping habits range from high blood pressure to possibly heart disease and stroke.

In 2007, the RVH Sleep Apnea Study Laboratory expanded to a five-bed unit, notes RVH’s Vice-President of Corporate Services, Julia Boudreau. “Since that time, we have been experiencing a waiting list.” Hence, the hospital reviewed and supported a decision to expand the sleep laboratory to six beds last fall.

“An expansion such as this involves adding staff, as well as equipment—it meant an investment by the hospital to equip the sixth bed, update the lab’s computer system, and complete renovations to accommodate the sixth bed, as well as redesign the space needed by the staff who supervise the patients over night,” she says of the changes on the third floor.

The lab has also expanded its operation hours from five days a week to seven, providing accommodations for 11 additional patients every week.

“This is a significant increase in light of the catchment area we serve. As a result of the expansion, patients requiring the testing will be scheduled for a test more quickly, which, in turn, will contribute to improved patient care,” comments Boudreau, adding that patients will experience faster interpretation of the test results, diagnosis from the physician and recommended treatments.

follow-up appointments with clients in the Sleep Products store, which sells equipment related to sleep apnea. “We always have equipment in stock to help patients with their prescribed therapy,” she notes.

“The staff are always very helpful and they’re available to help with any questions I may have and get back to me quickly if I leave a phone message,” says Sleep Products client Larry Thivierge. “I’ve been very impressed with the all of the various services they provide.”

New store hours are: Monday to Wednesday, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. To contact the Sleep Products store, call 613-432-8259. A physician’s referral is needed for testing in the Sleep Lab.

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Rachel Leclaire, a Registered Respiratory Therapist and RVH’s Manager of the Sleep Laboratory, says there are now three fulltime staff members, three regular part-time and she will soon be hiring additional casual staff for the laboratory.

The expansion has resulted in a major lifestyle change for Melissa Yolkowskie, one of the sleep technicians. For the past 11 years she has worked the night shift in the lab. In December, she switched to more daytime hours to assist in interpreting the extra data.

“It takes about one hour per patient file to interpret their data,” she notes, adding that the software system upgrade is helping technicians keep up with the increased workflow.

Along with managing operations in the lab, Leclaire provides consultations and

RVH Respiratory Therapist Rachel Leclaire conducts a consultation with patient Larry Thivierge in the Sleep Laboratory.

Visit us online at www.renfrewhosp.com

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1913: Free concert at O’Brien Opera House

JANUARY 27, 1938

SOME EARTHQUAKES ARE LOCALIZED: The earth trembled in a few places on this terrestrial sphere shortly after midnight on Sunday, one of the places being the neighbouring town of Arnprior. No one seems to have felt the tremor in Renfrew, but there are persons who profess to have heard a rumbling noise, as of earthquake. Broken dishes which rolled from sideboards were reported at Arnprior, whence also comes the statement that the tremor was one of 30 seconds duration.

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CUTTERS AND SLEIGHS REQUIRE LIGHTS: Traffic officer Buck, has been warning drivers of cutters and sleighs that these winter vehicles require lights after nightfall, the same as buggies and wagons in other seasons; the lights being required in addition to bells. . Some think bells alone are sufficient, while not a few seemingly suppose that, when the ground is covered by white, neither bells nor lights are required.

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Hortonʼs taxes in arrears are up marginally from a year ago, but finance manager Jennifer Barr says theyʼre at a satisfactory level.

While addressing Horton council Jan. 8, she said she has seen instances of township taxes in arrears close to three per cent of a municipalityʼs total tax levy.

That wasnʼt Horton, but she hasnʼt seen a number that low in a few decades, she added.

“Those days are gone because you can see the trend of higher taxes in arrears is

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FIRE LOSSES DOWN: Renfrew had fire losses estimated over $200,000 in 1977, according to the report given town council by deputy fire chief Greg Colterman. Losses in 1977 totalled $214,329.46, with over half of that amount coming in December from the fire that destroyed the Cuff Television-, C.K.O.B. building. That fire cost $123,000 – $43,000 for the building and $80,000 for the contents. The No. 5 pumper had the longest running time of all the fire trucks, operating for 39 hours, and pumping for 12 hours.

Pumper No. 4 ran for 12 hours and pumped for seven and a half hours, whole pumper No. 3 ran for eight and a half hours and pumped for 30 minutes.

The ladder truck had eight hours running time. The total number of alarms for the year was 130, down from 144 in 1976 and 147 in 1975.

TRUSTEE NAMED: A trustee of the Renfrew County Separate School Board will be appointed to meet with K.D. Johnson, Education Officer from the Ottawa office of the Ministry of Education on March 15. The meeting is set up as part of a “provincial review” in which the Ministry randomly chooses a school board and invites suggestions and reactions for government information on its policies and programs. The chosen trustee will discuss school holidays, professional development days and temporary school closures with the Ministry representative.

For help with research, call Olga Lewis at 613-432-6958.

Healthy state: Horton taxes in arrears Steve Newman

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growing,” said Barr of area municipalities.

Hortonʼs taxes in arrears currently sit at $168,563, or 4.72 per cent of the total tax levy for the previous year (2011) of $3,570,039.

That compares to 4.16 per cent of the previous yearʼs levy as of Dec. 31, 2011, and to 8.22 per cent as of Dec. 31, 2010.

“Itʼs nice to see us around four to five per cent,” said Mayor Don Eady.

By comparison, the Town of Renfrewʼs taxes in arrears is 4.3 per cent, or $528,529 of its tax levy of $12,290,670 for 2012.

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C O M P L I M E N TA RY CONCERT: On the night of Feb. 6, in OʼBrien Opera House, the members of the Court Bonnechere I.O.F. will tender the citizens of Renfrew a complimentary concert. The talent being brought from Toronto for the occasion of high character. Miss Bigwood has a clear, sweet soprano voice of wide compass and a charming personality. Miss Dillon is most sufficient as an accompanist, and as a pianist possesses good executive ability and realistic interpretation. Harvey Lloyd as an entertainer, has an international reputation. He is a virtual bundle of fun. This promises to be an evening of care, wholesome enjoyment for the citizens of Renfrew.

There will be no charge for admission, but any seat may be reserved for 25 cents on and after the fourth at the Opera House. All proceeds over local expenses will be given to the Hospital and Childrenʼs Aid Society.

EUCHRE SOCIAL: The ladies of the St. Annʼs Society held another very successful euchre on Thursday evening of last week, in the Separate School Hall. About 125 persons were present and euchre was played at 51 tables. Mr. A. Gravelle acted as chairman for the evening. The ladies prize, a beautiful toilet set was won by Miss Josephine Londeau, and Mr. Sam Cook won the gentlemenʼs prize, a nickel plated shaving set. The name of a beautiful doll, given by Mrs. G.B. Connolly, was Julia. Eleven persons guessed the name and had to draw for the prize.

NEW! REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT ONLINE @ www.valleydental.ca JUNIOR KINDERGARTEN AND KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FOR SEPTEMBER 1, 2013 JANUARY 28 – FEBRUARY 8, 2013 inclusive 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

If you are unable to register at this time please contact the school principal and make arrangements for a mutually convenient time to register. If you do not know your child’s designated school, please call your local Catholic school.

Documents required to register your child - Proof of Age, Certificate of Immunization (Health Unit) Child’s Individual Health Card, Baptismal Certificate and Birth Certificate. Your 911 address will also be required.

- Senior Kindergarten registrants must be five years old by December 31, 2013.

- Junior Kindergarten registrants must be four years old by December 31, 2013.

- Pupils who are presently attending Junior Kindergarten do not have to register for Senior Kindergarten.

ARNPRIOR/RENFREW FAMILY OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

SCHOOL

SCHEDULE

REGION

John XXIII St. Joseph’s

Every Day (ELKP) Every Day (ELKP) (Extended FSL) St. Joseph’s Alternate Day St. Michael’s Alternate Day Our Lady of Fatima Every Day (ELKP) St. Thomas the Apostle Every Day (ELKP)

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PHONE NUMBER

Arnprior Arnprior

Heidi Fraser Mary-Lise Rowat

613-623-2828 613-623-2347

Calabogie Douglas Renfrew Renfrew

Jody Weller John Freemark Jeannie Armstrong Connie Dick

613-752-2808 613-649-2254 613-432-4351 613-432-3137

MADAWASKA FAMILY OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

SCHOOL

SCHEDULE

St. John Bosco George Vanier St. James St. Andrew’s St. Mary’s, Wilno

REGION

Every Day (ELKP) Alternate Day Every Day (ELKP) Alternate Day Alternate Day

Barry’s Bay Combermere Eganville Killaloe Wilno

PRINCIPAL

PHONE NUMBER

Marie Finnerty Marie Finnerty Elizabeth Burchat Mary Catherine Brisco Ann Lepine

613-756-2616 613-756-3708 613-628-2927 613-757-3113 613-756-2617

PEMBROKE/PETAWAWA FAMILY OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

SCHOOL

SCHEDULE

St. Anthony’s St. Mary’s, Deep River Cathedral Holy Name Our Lady of Lourdes Our Lady of Sorrows St. Francis of Assisi Our Lady of Grace

Bob Schreader Chairperson

REGION

Every Day Every Day (ELKP) Every Day (ELKP) Every Day (ELKP) Every Day (ELKP) (Extended FSL) Alternate Day Every Day (ELKP) (Extended FSL) Every Day

PRINCIPAL

PHONE NUMBER

Chalk River Deep River Pembroke Pembroke Pembroke

Shelley Montgomery Cheryl St-Elier Karen Kenny Amy Sicoli Randy Bissonnette

613-589-2775 613-584-3567 613-732-8054 613-732-2248 613-732-4633

Petawawa Petawawa

Christina Brown John Leitch

613-687-5918 613-687-4167

Westmeath

Melissa Carroll-Dubeau

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ROOM FOR RENT

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

Room for Rent- Shared kitchen and bath, satellite and wireless internet included. $440.00 all inclusive deposit required, available immediately.

613-293-0611

1 BEDROOM apartment Arnprior, gorgeous, renovated, hardwood, appliances, window treatments, heat, water, and parking included. Many extras, quiet, secure, non-smoking, pet-free building. $800 Call 613-296-4521

Large 2 bedrm apt. Arnprior.

Parking & heat included $840./ month. Contact Greg Townley Broker of Record of Mather Insurance & Real Estate. 613282-7125

HUNTER SAFETY Canadian Firearms Course. Courses and exams held throughout the year. Will do Private groups as well. Call Kevin 613-432-5192 kevin.white@bell.net

BUSINESS SERVICES !!A-1!! DUMP RUNS & Appliance repair, Also appliances washer/dryer/fridge/stove & parts for sale, appliance removal (small-fee). Support Your Locals. Fast Service. Call Marc 613-889-9768, Arnprior

1 BEDROOM FURNISHED, McGonigal Street, $750, first and last, 613-623-4341, 613-762-4341 1 bedroom in quiet area in Renfrew with private entrance.

Clean and available Feb. 1st.

Includes stove, fridge, heat, hot/cold water, central air & parking. $600 a month, pay own hydro. No smoking, no pets, references required.

432-2140 2 Bedrm apartment, downtown Arnprior, $725/mo, heat included. Call Greg Townley Broker of Record, Mather Insurance & Real Estate 613-623-3939.

ARNPRIOR 3 bedroom, semidetatched, fridge, stove, washing machine, view of Madawaska, $900+utilities. Call 613-2974888

ACCOUNTING CHRONICLE DIAMOND AWARD WINNER 2009, 2010 & 2011 Saturn Accounting Services 613-832-4699 Carpentry, Repairs, Rec Rooms, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates, 25 years experience. 613-832-2540 ICE & SNOW REMOVER, FREE ESTIMATE Roofs, sidewalks, driveways.

Big or small we do it all. Also house repairs, 30 years experience. Disabled and seniors discount. 613-623-9840 Doug

2 Bedroom apt Oak St. fridge, stove, parking, $625/month plus hydro. One year lease.

First/last & references required. 613-433-3053 2 STOREY 5 BEDROOM stone century manse. Renovated, insulated, new windows, gas heat and gas h.w., 1 1/2 baths, 24 Ottawa Street, Arnprior. $1250 month, first and last plus utilities. 613-623-3176 or 613-623-2590 References and application required. Available February 1/13

3 BEDROOM APARTMENT for rent, washer/dryer, newly renovated, $875/month +hydro, 123 First Ave, Unit B. Available March 1st, 613-913-2740 3 bedroom house newly renovated, gas heat, centrally located, $800 a month plus utilities.

Available Feb. 1st.

613-432-4123 ARNPRIOR - spacious splitlevel home - very clean and well maintained - all appliances included - $1350.00/mo plus utilities - non smokers no pets - available Dec 10th references required - 1st and last months rent required 613-860-8200 ARNPRIOR, 2 Bedroom upstairs apartment, gas heat, parking, shared laundry facilities. $750+utilities, first and last required.

Call 613-223-4428 ARNPRIOR 3 BEDROOM HOME, TOTALLY Renovated, 2 baths, laundry, close to everything, nice backyard. $925/month + utilities. Call Keith at 613-297-5302 or Kim at 613-623-2111

BIRTHDAY

ANNIVERSARY

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KEEP CALM

FOR RENT

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ARNPRIOR ALWAYS CLEAN, MODERN Secure 1&2 Bedroom apts. on First Avenue.

Fridge, stove, parking incl.

Discounts for mature tenants.

623-8537 after 6pm

CLEAN 2 Bedroom house for rent. Archibald St. Large backyard and parking. $850/month plus utilities. Available February 1, 2013. First and last month deposit required.

Call 613-433-7752.

Renfrew Large ground floor 2 bedroom apt in quiet Century Old home, fireplace, high ceilings, oak floors, private porches, centrally located, $850 month plus utilities. Must be seen to be appreciated.

613-432-5741

CLEAN, QUIET, 1 bedroom apartment available centertown location includes parking, gas fireplace, fridge and stove, with private entrance and backyard. Seniors preferred, $700/month.

613-622-7574

RENOVATED TWO BEDROOM house on Moore Street.

Available February 1st, $850/month plus utilities. Call 613-623-6250

ARNPRIOR, Beautiful waterfront home, 2 bedroom plus den, 2.5 bath. Swimming, fishing, boating, Available Immediately, $1800/month plus utilities.

613-623-1872 www.arnpriorwaterfront.com Available April 1st Large Bachelor Apartment in Braeside Newly renovated Loft Bedroom Appliances included front & Back decking with Yard $900.00 monthly + Gas 613-623-8164 AVAILABLE Immediately 2 Bedroom Apartment Very clean, quiet building. Close to the Grove. Non-smoking, no pets, hydro extra. $750/Monthly. 1st and last month deposit required.

Call (613) 623-0395.

Brand new 2 bedroom garden home with 1.5 baths, laundry on main level, full basement, garage, perfect for seniors, close to shopping 432-7562 or 432-0058 BRIGHT & SPACIOUS 1 bedroom immediately at 41 Russell, Arnprior. Quiet and mature building features laundry facilities on each floor and private parking. $675+utilities.

Call Eddy 613-623-6330

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Looking for persons willing to speak to small groups, 1 on 1 presentations. A car and internet necessary.

Diana (866)306-5858.

2 SEAT Cleaners, debearder, 30 screens, 4 augers, and automatic bagger scales, sewing machine, electric motors.

613-623-3329 2006 Yamaha 4x4 ATV approx 1600km’s asking $3500 obo, with plow included. Good condition runs great. Call Chris 613-602-0310

PAID IN ADVANCE! Make up to $1000 a WEEK mailing brochures from home!

Helping home workers since 2001! Genuine Opportunity!

No experience required. Start i m m e d i a t e l y ! www.mailing-cash.com

Hunter Safety/ Canadian Firearms Courses and exams throughout the year. Organize a course and yours is free. Call Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409.

Hunters Safety Canadian Firearms Course, Carp, March 8, 9, 10. Call Wenda Cochran at 613-256-2409

IN MEMORIAM BRUCE, Leslie In loving memory of a dear father, father-in-law, grandfather and great grandfather who passed away Jan 25, 2001.

May the winds of love blow softly And whisper for you to hear That we’ll always love and miss you Love you Dad Donna, Jerry & family

Childcare available Learn new skills, have fun & make f r i e n d s ! www.childsparadise.ca 613-432-2627

BUFFAM In loving memory of George Buffam who passed away January 28, 2001.

STAG & DOES

STAG & DOES

Sadly missed by his family

300 LARGE Square bales of hay, 613-623-3329 Barley and Wheat Straw For Sale. Delivery Available. Barclay Dick & Son Farm Supply.

613-649-2620 or 613-649-2440 HOTTUB (Spa) Covers. Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours Available. Call 1 - 8 6 6 - 6 5 2 - 6 8 3 7 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper

*HOT TUB (SPA) Covers-Best Price. Best quality. All shapes and colours.

Call 1-866-652-6837. www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper

Stag & Doe for Elizabeth Nolan & Christopher Huckabone!

BIRTHDAY

Saturday, February 2, 2013 at the Renfrew Legion, 30 Raglan Street South.

Doors Open at 8:00 p.m.

Great Food & Prizes Cost: $5 per person / $8 per couple

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BIRTHS

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Love you lots!

Mom, Dad, Bryn, Aunt Kelsey, Cayden, Owen, Bently Grandma Barb, Grandpa Phil xoxoxo

Celebration to be held downstairs at the Cobden Legion 3p.m. Saturday, February 2nd, 2013

HAPPY 11th

Happy 65th ANNIVERSARY

BIRTHDAY

Mom & Dad Love from your children, grandchildren & great grandchildren

BIRTHDAY

Live in woman companion to do light house keeping and cooking in exchange for room & board and compensation in Renfrew. Driver’s license required, references and police check required if hired. Apply to Box “E” c/o The Renfrew Mercury, 35 Opeongo Rd, Renfrew On, K7V 2T2

HUNTING SUPPLIES

January 25, 2013

Mick (Evans) & Nell Rooney

(Frank & June Shepherd) Jan. 29, 2013

1982 Alpine with hi & low & reverse gears, boggie suspension & 640 fan cooled engine & electric start, a real workhorse. $1400 obo. Also 1973 Nordic 400 cc with electric start. $800, 18 inch track. Both good in deep snow & descent condition. Nordic has no spark. Eganville 613-628-1406

Braxton Barr

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Wedding Anniversary

LARGE BRIGHT UPPER DUPLEX, 2 bedroom Arnprior.

Laundry hook-ups, parking, shed, and large maintained lawn. Water included. No pets. $758/month+utilities. Available March 1/April 1st.

613-839-5451

HELP WANTED

FOR SALE

Renfrew Senior apartments available, secure building with elevator. Also available main level units with balcony. Call McGrimmon Holdings 613-433-5879

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Available April 1st Large Bachelor Apartment in Braeside Newly renovated. Loft Bedroom Appliances included front & Back decking with Yard $900.00 monthly + Gas 613-623-8164

Renfrew, large & bright 1 bedroom apt centrally located, in quiet building. $625/month plus economical utilities.

613-432-5741

40TH BIRTHDAY!

Large 1 bedroom apt, River Rd, Castleford. Includes hydro, heat and laundry, $700 a month. Call Peter 433-0078

O’Reilly’s Retirement Home presently has 2 vacancies. For info or to view please call 613-622-5979

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Cobden Available March 1st, modern, lakeveiw one bedroom apartment. New construction, cathedral ceiling, open concept with fireplace.

Single unit, private entrance with small deck on upper level, good parking. Washer, dryer, non smokers, no pets. $575 plus utilities.

Inquires 613-646-2002

One bedroom apartment for rent. 613-432-1664

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HUNTER SAFETY

3 bedroom 2 storey townhouse for rent in Renfrew.

Available February 1st. $799 per month plus utilities. Close to downtown. Has high efficient gas furnace. Call Bujold Properties 613-432-0789 or 613-312-0319

FOR RENT

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613.623.6571

Wishing our special little man a terrific birthday!

We all love you soooo much!

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Tons of love Mom, Dad, Ally, Cole, Gran & Gramps. XOX

You are cordinally invite to an OPEN HOUSE TO CELEBRATE THE 80TH BIRTHDAY OF DALTON CARRY Almonte Civitan Hall 500 Almonte Street, Almonte ON Sunday, February 03, 2013 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Your kind wishes will be the best gift of all

Mason Yourt, celebrating her 4th birthday January 26, 2013 is pleased to announce the birth of her baby brother, 8 lbs, 13 oz, Madyx Addison Don Yourt on January 15, 2013 at the Queensway Carleton.

Proud parents are Jean and Wade. Proud grandparents are Granny Mary Wheeler and the late Gary Wheeler.

Also good friend of poppa Walter, Gramma Gloria Yourt and Poppa Doug, and Uncle Steve.

,OVE FROM ALL

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IN MEMORIAM BURGESS, Ernie & Irene In loving memory of our parents and grandparents Ernie (January 3, 2011) and Irene (January 29, 2003).

When someone you love becomes a memory, The memory becomes your treasure.

MORTGAGES

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MORTGAGES 1ST & 2ND /L.O.C. Private Funds Available Credit Problems? I have solutions. Please contact Jack Ronson 1-855-847-7337 Metro City Mortgages, Belleville. Licence#M08004515 Broker#10202

World Class Drummer From Five Man Electrical Band, is accepting new students for private lessons.

Call Steve 613-831-5029. www.stevehollingworth. ca

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time for a SHOWCASE. SHOWCASE 2013 is happening April 19, 20, 21.

Exhibitor enquiries welcome.

E m a i l doug@showcaseinpetawawa.c a or phone 613-732-9662. Our 15th year. We are now the only Home Show in Petawawa.

WAGS & WHISKERS PUPPY KINDERGARTEN offers obedience and socialization. Join the fun! Celebrating 12 years training your puppies/. Call Tena and Ian 613-623-6200.

175 Acres off Goshen between Arnprior and frew. Hardwood bush, hunting. $175,000. More mation call 613-623-7572

Road Rengood infor-

613-832-4699

HELP WANTED

Looking for Catherine Ann Bourgeosis, born 1956, Tasha Dawn is looking for you. Urgent. Contact hawkmar60@gmail.com or (613)795-8914. $$$NEED MONEY$$$ Do you have a pension plan from an ex-employer? (LIRA) or (locked in RRSP) Call NOW! 1-416-357-9585

Love from Elaine, Heather, Janice, Sandra, Gail and Families STUART, Hazel Dorothy In loving memory of our dear mother who passed away January 30, 2003 Sweet memories linger forever Time cannot change them itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s true Years that may come cannot sever, Our loving remembrance of you

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MORTGAGES $$MONEY$$ Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 90% No income, Bad credit OK! Better Option Mortgage #10969 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com

The Renfrew Golf Club is currently accepting applications for the position of Food and Beverage Services Manager.

Specific skills required: Cook and cater to daily club menu as well as larger scale functions. Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations. Implement operational procedures, control inventory, monitor revenues and modify procedures and prices. Respond to customer complaints, ensure health and safety regulations are followed and negotiate arrangements with suppliers for food and other supplies. Participate in marketing plans and implementation, set staff work schedules and monitor staff performance. Recruit, hire and train staff as well as conduct performance reviews, supervise staff, cost products and services.

Candidates will need strong interpersonal skills, be team oriented and able to work within a service oriented approach.

This is a seasonal/full-time opportunity.

Please forward resumes to sebastienbrown@renfrewgolf.com CAREER OPPORTUNITY CLR409517

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

HELP WANTED

STATION MANAGER Required immediately for community, not for profit, radio station serving the Ottawa Valley.

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HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

HOTEL FRONT DESK GUEST SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE Minimum Requirements: Service orientated individual with strong verbal and written communication skills. Highly organized, results oriented, with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel with cash/float handling experience.

Must be able to work shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Previous experience in Front Office operations and University degree or College Diploma an asset.

Compensation starts at $12/hour depending on experience and ability.

No telephone inquires, please.

For details and to apply online, please visit: Calabogie.com/jobs.html

General Manager

International Experience would be an asset Competitive wages & beneďŹ ts Mon. to Fri. Days Please send resume to: R&M Truck & Trailer Repairs Hartney St., Arnprior Fax: 613-623-5382 email: admin@rmtruck.ca or phone 613-623-6508

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What would I give to clasp his hand, His happy face to see, To hear his voice and see his smile, That meant so much to me.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Licensed Truck Technician or Experienced Apprentice

MUNRO, Charles In memory of Charles Munro who passed away January 29, 2004.

House on 5 acres. Comes with 80.2 cent microfit contract. 18.5 years left on contract. Solar system tracks the sun for max return. Excellent investment opportunity. Call for details. 613-246-6603.

DragonďŹ&#x201A;y Golf Links, Renfrew, Ontario

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SATURN ACCOUNTING SERVICES

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

The General Manager will be responsible for overseeing all operations of the Club.

SpeciďŹ c areas of responsibility include: â&#x20AC;˘ Co-ordinates development of operating and capital budgets; â&#x20AC;˘ Co-ordinates the development of the Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long-range and annual (business) plans; â&#x20AC;˘ Plans, develops and approves speciďŹ c operation policies, programs, procedures; â&#x20AC;˘ Coordinates the marketing programs to promote the Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s services and facilities.

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Please send resumes to: Katharine Usher-Vollett at kvollett@tmsiottawa.com or fax to 613-258-7217 Application Deadline: Feb 2, 2013

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BUILDING INSPECTOR $54,470.13 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; $64,693.43

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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CHRONICLE DIAMOND AWARD WINNER 2009, 2010 & 2011

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HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY THE TOWN OF CARLETON PLACE

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REAL ESTATE

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FINANCIAL / INCOME TAX

DESJARDINS, Ronald In loving memory of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather who passed away Jan. 29, 1998.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

adrienne.barr@metroland.com

NOTICES

Always remembered, Forever loved, Steve, Patricia, Corey, Cody and Kelsie

Always in our hearts George, Richard, Dorothy, Patricia, Cathy families

Email

Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection.

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613.623.6571

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Call

DEADLINE: TUESDAY AT NOON.

Responsible for the efďŹ cient administration and safe operation of the ďŹ re department under the direction of the Fire Chief. Assumes the role of ďŹ re chief in the absence of the Fire Chief.

As part of the senior management team of the department exercises good judgement in accordance with the established policies, procedures, guidelines and objectives of the department and demonstrates the ability to think independently while directing ďŹ re ďŹ ghters both during emergency responses and nonemergency operations.

QualiďŹ ed applicants are invited to seek a detailed job description and submit their resumes, in conďŹ dence, to: Fire Chief Les Reynolds 15 Coleman St. Carleton Place, ON K7C 4N9 lreynolds@carletonplace.ca Resumes will be accepted until 16:00 on Friday, February 15, 2013 . Only those selected for an interview will be acknowledged. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

A full job description is available from Fire Chief Reynolds or on-line at www.carletonplace.ca.

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LOOK ONLINE @ yourottawaregion.com adrienne.barr@metroland.com

FIREWOOD

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

FIREWOOD

Park View Apartments

McGRIMMON HOLDINGS

KANATA Available Immediately

SERVICES

Send A Load to the dump, cheap. Clean up clutter, garage sale leftovers or leaf and yard waste. 613-256-4613.

GEORGEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BARBER SHOP 47 McGarry Ave Renfrew

GARAGE SALE

(across from the Hospital)

Applications being Applications being accepted from accepted from Mature Tenants Mature Tenants

2nd floor unit (with 2nd floor unit (with elevator access) elevator access) available.

2 bedrooms, available.

2 bedrooms, covered balcony, car covered car plug in, 5balcony, appliances plugair in,conditioning.

5 appliances and and conditioning.

Noair pets allowed.

No pets allowed.

Call Call

Phone

613-432-9335

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GARAGE SALE

613-818-5807 to arrange for a showing to arrange for a showing

Offering affordable one & two bedroom apartments.

For a viewing and more information call Derek McGrimmon

432-1911 CL332615

GARAGE SALE

613-623-7207

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IN MEMORIAM

HOUSE FOR SALE

COMING EVENTS

Jamie Guindon January 8, 1976 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; January 21, 2011 Two years ago today, our lives changed forever.

Our hearts were broken as we lost you, On a cold January night.

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The family of Shawn Campbell would like to thank their wonderful neighbours, friends and family for their tremendous support in helping them deal with the sudden loss of Shawn.

The flowers, cards, phone calls, extra hugs, In Memoriam donations and food sent to our homes was appreciated more than words can say.

Thank you to Lee Kirkwood and the most caring and supportive staff of Bonnechere Manor. A heart felt thank you is extended to members of CUPE as well as to the County of Renfrew. Tim Brazeau you deserve an extra special thank you as well as special friend Pat Maloney.

Great Gratitude is extended to Dr. John Collins for always being there for Shawn and making certain that he got the best of care. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be forever indebted. Thank you to the paramedics that were on duty on Dec. 29th and tried to save Shawnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life.

The staff of RVH were excellent and we thank you. As well mega thanks to the Heart Institute.

Thank you to Deacon Don Smith from St. Francis Xavier Parish who did the Liturgy of the Word for Shawn and for being such a wonderful support. As well, thank you Father Brennan and Father Holly for being so caring and for your visits.

To the Legion ladies that made the great luncheon a sincere Thank you.

A special thank you to Scott Campbell and Scott Brown for being there for Shawnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family at a time they were needed the most. Your assistance will never be forgotten. Barry Breen we thank you for being such a truly good and thoughtful person.

To Kirk Anderson and Will Briscoe we extend our thanks for their guidance and assistance .

CARD OF THANKS

Thank you The family of the late Norman Fraser wish to express a sincere â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thank youâ&#x20AC;? to family and friends.

We appreciate the special attention dad received from the care providers at The Arnprior Villa. Special thanks go to Dr. Gordon and the Palliative Care nurses at the Arnprior Hospital.

A final tribute to dad was very thoughtfully prepared

by Reverend Don Anderson and services through Boyce Funeral Home.

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36 The Renfrew Mercury EMC - Thursday, January 24, 2013

Norma Bruce & Donna Jim & Linda

IN MEMORIAM

Francis Roche

IN MEMORIAM

HOUSE FOR SALE

The memory of your smile, your hugs and the light of you that shone bright will always remain with us as we continue on without you here.

322 Lynn St., Renfrew

CARD OF THANKS

Plus $15,000 per annum Living Allowance

For Details and to Apply Online visit dtl.ca

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COMING EVENTS

Valid Class 1/Class 2 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Qâ&#x20AC;? Drivers Licence Required Annual Salary Range $58,000 - $78,000

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HOUSE FOR SALE

5 MILES SOUTH OF SMITHS FALLS CORNER OF HWY 15 & BAY ROAD

With Great Gratitude

Sincerely, Barb, Cheryl, Boyd, Lani and family

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To the person who found my purse in a cart in the Metro parking lot Dec. 20th, I want to thank you so much. After driving home I found my purse missing. I then drove back into town to ďŹ nd that my purse had been taken inside the Metro store and given to someone in the ofďŹ ce. It was quite a relief.

Thank you again.

L.S.

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3 bedroom townhouse, 1.5 baths, 2 appliances, unďŹ nished basement, one parking spot. $1058 per month plus utilities.

We love you Jamie and miss you, Always and forever.

Beautifully maintained, central location, quiet neighbourhood.

1 ½ story, 3 bedrooms (2 on main, 1 on second flr), natural gas furnace & hot water, central AC, new roof, all brick, 1 ½ baths, Rec Room, newer windows.

Priced to sell. Ready to move in.

613-432-8493 IN MEMORIAM

Mom & Dad Julie, Ryan, Kori and Alex Kerri and Rob Rebecca and Kyle Colby and Ryan

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In Loving Memory Isabel Robertson

IN MEMORIAM

Jan. 22, 2012

Doreen Alguire June 4, 1948 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; January 22, 2010

January 24, 2012

We think about you always, We talk about you still, You have never been forgotten, And you never will.

We hold you close within our hearts, And there you will remain, To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sending a dove to heaven With a parcel on itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wings, Be careful when you open it Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s full of beautiful things.

Inside are a million kisses Wrapped up in a million hugs, To say how much I miss you And to send you all my love I hold you close within my heart And there you will remain, To walk with me throughout my life Until I see you again

With love, Carolyn, Lisa, Susan, Sheila & families

Miss you everyday mom Love Bruce, Jeannie & Mackenzie XO

A whole year has passed Since God called you away But still we miss you Each and everyday What we would give To take one more walk Or just quietly sit and Have one more talk Miss you mom And always will

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These many kindnesses helped us to celebrate her long life with much joy and thanksgiving.

613-649-2631

WORK WANTED

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We extend a special thank you to the staff of Almonte Country Haven for their compassionate, dedicated and respectful care of Bernadette for the past five years, to Father Lindsay Harrison and the pastoral care team of Holy Name of Mary Parish for the spiritual support they provided her, to Father John Burchat and Deacon Michael Doherty for their support of our family during the funeral, to Donna and Bill Mulvihill for their generous hospitality during this difficult time, and to the Pilon Family Funeral Home and staff for their support and attention to every detail.

Cut, split, and delivery available.

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The family of the late Bernadette McVean wish to express our sincere thanks for the many gestures of kindness and support extended to us at the time of her death. We appreciate the many expressions of sympathy, the Mass offerings and the floral and memorial donations and are particularly grateful to those who braved adverse weather conditions to attend the visitation and funeral.

FOR SALE

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

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WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE SCRAP CARS Will pay $50 -$200, or more depending on types.

Picked up free.

613-432-3464 or cell 613-432-0449

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

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Thank You

8A(),%,, 319832

WANTED

CARD OF THANKS

Kathryn, Don, Joyce, Paul and Ryan McVean

Email

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613.623.6571

CLR409490

Call

DEADLINE: TUESDAY AT NOON.

Art & Sheila, Joan & Doug Dorothy & Glen, Ruth, Sharon & Neil, Ron & Stacy & families

IN MEMORIAM

DEATH NOTICE

IN MEMORIAM

DEATH NOTICE

DEATH NOTICE

DEATH NOTICE

DEATH NOTICE

DEATH NOTICE

In loving memory of

Charlotte Lesway January 20, 2012

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Dear wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother Grandma, it’s been over a year now since God and His angels called you away.

Oh how the Angels rejoiced as you walked Through those Pearly Gates that day.

In Bonnechere Manor on Saturday January 19, 2013. Colin Warren age 83 years.

Beloved husband or the late Dora Warren.

Loving father of Wayne, Marleen, Colleen (Dave), Mervin (Johannah), Laura (Steve).

Dear Grandfather of Amanda, Jonathon, Kyle, Lance, Jennifer, Mary, Brandon, Darcy, Ryerson, Opal and Evan. Great-Grandfather of Riley, Makya, Clarissa-lyn, Chase, Colton and Cheyanne. Pre-deceased by parents George and Agnes and siblings Minnie Ogden, Hannah Riopelle, Stella Foster, Lorne, Dudley, Georgina and Dianne. Survived by sister Florence McIntyre and brother Norman Warren.

Mom you were an Angel here on earth I learned so very much from you.

You were so gentle and so kind Your smile would always see me through You were more than a wife you were my Best friend and a great listener too.

Oh how I miss our special talks, and All the fun things we used to do.

Charlotte I can never say goodbye to you, Because I could never bear the pain.

Instead I say I love you Charlotte Until we meet again.

DEATH NOTICE

(1946 – 2013)

Friends may call at the Anderson Funeral Home & Chapel 22 Raglan St.S. Renfrew on Monday January 21st from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.

Funeral Service will be conducted in Calvary Petnecostal Church, Renfrew on Tuesday at 11 a.m. For those desiring donations to the Bonnechere Manor Foundation would be appreciated.

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DEATH NOTICE

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FORTIER, Theresa Peacefully at the Queensway Carleton Hospital on Friday evening, January 18th, 2013. Theresa Ann Fortier (nee Otterson) at the age of 66 years. Daughter of the late William Otterson and the late Cecile Dupuis. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Ernest Fortier (1994). Dearly loved sister of Mary Scheel (Brent) of Arnprior.

Cherished aunt of Angie O’Neill (Ryan), Jennifer Muldoon (Ryan) and Pam Scheel (Alex). Treasured great-aunt of 6 nephews and 1 niece. Arrangements entrusted to the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. A private graveside service will be held at the Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior on Monday January 28, 2013. In memory of Theresa, a donation to the Queensway Carleton Hospital ICU or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by her family.

To light a memorial candle, leave a tribute or make a donation, please visit www.pilonfamily

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Mom when they said you were going to die, I refused to believe it could be true.

How could I allow myself to even Imagine saying goodbye to you.

Forever love Bill and family

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GODDA, CORA BARBARA (NEE GUYEA)

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Peacefully at his home on Monday January 21, 2013 at the age of 64. Cherished husband of Barbara Norlock for 42 years. Dear son of the late Aurele and Annette Albert. Beloved father of Shelvie (Gary Hass) of Renfrew and Charles (Brenda) of Braeside. Dear grandpa of Sarah and Matthew Albert. John will be sadly missed by his brothers Richard (Paulette), Jules “Gill” (Laura), Bernie (Kerry), Robert (Jane), Leslie (Theresa), Andre (Cheryl), Raymond (Kelly).

John will be sadly missed by his many brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by brother Jacques “Coco” and step-dad Ronald Flegg. Visitation will be held at the Goulet Funeral Home, 310 Argyle St. S, Renfrew on Wednesday January 23rd from 2-4, 7-9pm and after 10am Thursday. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Church on Thursday January 24th at 11:30am. Spring interment St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation.

Online condolences/donations may be made at www.gouletfuneralhome.com

MacDONALD, Margaret Luella On Saturday January 19, 2013, at the age of 84.

Youngest daughter of the late Johnston Quinn and his wife Effie Werley. Predeceased by her brother James Walton Quinn and her sister Doris Reid. Beloved wife of Clinton R., mother of the late Margaret Jean, Clinton J., Marilyn O’Neil (Gordon), Murray (Donna Jean), Bonnie Dingwall, Thelma Riley (the late Roy), Malcolm (Joanne), Sharon Last (Doug), Esther Prins (Curtis), and Stephen (Karen). Dear motherin-law of Della (Maloney). Loved by her 22 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will take place at McPhail & Perkins Funeral Home (85 Munro Ave. East, Renfrew) on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., and again on Wednesday January 23 at the Whitewater Wesleyan Community Church (42 Cedar Haven Rd, Cobden) from 12:00 p.m.

– 1:45 p.m. with the Funeral to follow at 2:00 pm. Spring burial at the North Horton Cemetery.

The family would like to thank the staff of Hospice Renfrew and Dr. Stephanie Langlois for their kind and loving care of our dear wife and mother. In memory of mother, donations to Hospice Renfrew or Gideons International would be appreciated by the family.

Condolences or donations may be made at www.mcphailandperkins.ca

McNULTY, Helen Mary

(Born Renfrew, Ont. May 31, 1950) Helen passed away peacefully at Trillium Health Care, Mississauga on Saturday morning, January 19th, 2013 following a courageous struggle with cancer. Helen Mary was 62 years of age.

Beloved daughter of Mrs. Theresa McNulty (nee Rodier) of Arnprior and the late T.J. McNulty; formerly of Renfrew. Dearly loved sister of Larry McNulty (Dianne) of Arnprior; Terry McNulty (Gail) of Thornton; Brian McNulty (Deborah) of Orangeville; Catherine “Katie” Rietta (Carmelo) of Mississauga and Darlene McNulty (Leo Sauceda) of Sugarland, Texas.

Proud and much loved aunt to several nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Thursday, January 24th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Friday morning, January 25th from 10 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. and where a service to honour Helen’s life will be conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel at 11 o’clock. Pastor Clark Young of Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church officiating. Spring interment St. Francis Xavier Parish Cemetery, Renfrew. In memory of Helen, a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by her family.

Condolences/Tributes/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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Peacefully at the Renfrew Victoria Hospital on January 16th 2013 at the age of 74. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Godda. Dear Mom of Barbara(Paddy) Hewitt, David (Diana), Ronald (Susan), Theresa (Ron Amos), Joseph (Shelley).

Predeceased by son Jack. She will be sadly missed by her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great, greatgrandchild. Dear sister of William “Billy” (Ina), Michael (Debbie), Glenda (Bob Hoare), Rolly (Brenda)and sister in law of Gerald Godda. Predeceased by her sister Viola (Jack) Robson and brother John. Cora will be fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at the Goulet Funeral Home 310 Argyle St, S, Renfrew on Thursday from 2-4, 7-9pm. Liturgy of the word will be celebrated in the funeral home on Friday January 18, 2012 at 10am.

Donations in Cora’s memory may be made to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation or the Lung Association.

Online condolences/donations may be made at www.gouletfuneralhome.com

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In Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Wednesday January 16, 2013. Hans Prahl age 80 years from Denbigh.

Loved husband of Briggita. Loving father of Hans (Linda), Werner (Roberta), Rosemarie and Mike (Paula).

Loving grandfather of Jeremy, Josh, Bert, Jason, Bill, Rosaland, Mitch, Aaron, Peggy, and great grandfather to Madison, Maggie, Sam, Lynzie, Conner, Jersey, Robyn and Rachael. Following Hans wishes there will be no visitation or service. For those desiring donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to the care of Anderson Funeral Home, Renfrew, Ontario www.andersonfuneralhome.ca.

It is with deep sadness that Wellwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family announces his passing on January 3, 2013.

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Born in Ulverston, England on July 25, 1921 and brought up and educated in his native Ireland, Wellwood volunteered for duties with the Royal Navy during World War II and served in North Africa, Italy, England and the PaciďŹ c. He immigrated to Canada in 1954 with his wife, Joan, and young family and served with the Royal Canadian Navy in Halifax, Hamilton, Victoria, Cornwallis and Ottawa until his retirement from military service in 1972. Predeceased by his parents, Henry Stanley Smith and Molly (Wellwood) of Northern Ireland, his devoted and loving wife, Joan (Ross), and brothers Irvine (Nell) and Gerry (Vera) of Northern Ireland. Father of Robin (Carlyne), Valerie Otterman, deceased (Robert), David, deceased (Janet, also deceased), Peter (Debra), and Derek (Ingrid). Grandfather of Stephanie Heins (Paul), Shannon Hendrycks (Edward), Andrew Otterman (Michele), Michael, Gillian Zubizarreta (Aryam), Megan (Ben Halsall), Ryan, Kyle, Rebecca Gravel (Albert) and Maia Durocher (Tom). Great grandfather of Victoria, Katelyn, Christopher, Sydney, Mason, Aurora, Liam and Annabelle. Wellwood will be missed by his special friend Patricia Maloney of Renfrew. Wellwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family would like to express their sincere thanks to the staff and residents of Island View Retirement Suites in Arnprior where he lived happily for the past ďŹ ve and a half years. At Wellwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request there will be no visitation.

A service of celebration of Wellwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 148, 30 Raglan Street South, Renfrew at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 26, 2013 with reception to follow. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, those wishing to honour Wellwood may do so through their preferred charity. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Anderson Funeral Home, Renfrew, Ontario www.andersonfuneralhome.ca.

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Passed away peacefully on January 17, 2013 at the Almonte General Hospital.

Helen (nee Boal) of Pakenham/White Lake, in her 90th year.

Beloved wife of the late Gordon (2006). Loving mother to Terry, Kelly, and the late Lorie. Proud â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grannyâ&#x20AC;? of Todd, Stacey, Brooke, great-grandmother of Jessica and Haidin. Pre-deceased by her siblings Mae (Bill), Gordon (Isabel), Jim (Margaret), and Marjorie (Wilfred). Sadly missed by her family and friends.

Friends were received at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON. (613) 256-3313. for visiting on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 from 7pm to 9pm and on Wednesday, January 23, 2013 from 9:30am to 11am with a Celebration of Life following in the Chapel at 11am. Spring inurnment at White Lake United Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Zion United Church (Cedar Hill) or the Royal Canadian Legion. A special thanks to Nancy for all of her dedicated care and support.

Please note: A Legion Service was held in the Chapel on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at 6:45 pm.

Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

Passed away at the Brantford General Hospital in her 69th year, on Friday January 4, 2013. Loved daughter of the late Herbert & Doris Fraser of Arnprior.

Beloved partner of John Parkinson.

Leaves behind her loving children: Allan (Sophie), Jason (Erin) as well as 5 grandsons. Dearly loved sister of: Jack (Jean), Cornwall, Bob (Joan), Comox BC, Ronnie, Florida, Carlie, Whitehorse, David, Brockville, Carol (John), Orleans, Garry (Carolyn), Arnprior, Heather, Alymer, Marilyn (Jim), Braeside, Bev (Eric), Portage, Rick (Mary Ellen), Braeside, and sister-in-law Barb (the late Keith). Predeceased by siblings Arda, Darwin.

Funeral & cremation was held in Brantford, Ontario, Friday, January 11, 2013.

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Secrets big and small to be shared by dynamic storyteller Steve Newman steve.newman@metroland.com

Secrets will be shared when storyteller Jan Gregory comes to Burnstownʼs Neat Café on Sunday, Feb. 10.

The evening performance is the second in this seasonʼs three-part series hosted by 2 women productions. The first stop was Montreal storyteller Stephanie Bénéteau on Nov. 1.

The final stop will be by Taylor Lake (Lanark County) residents Jennifer Cayley and Jan Andrews, story tellers for more than 20 years and artistic directors of 2 women productions, in April.

Februaryʼs show grows out of a long tradition of storytelling that reveals how the keeping of secrets has such power to affect the way individuals, families and society at large develop.

BRINGS STORYTELLING TO AREA

In its third season of bringing high quality storytelling for adults to communities in eastern Ontario and western Quebec, 2 woman productions is delighted to be including this intriguing and finely

crafted personal narrative.

The piece holds a host of secrets at its centre, some big, some small.

As a dynamic teller, Gregory brings decades of experience both in the theatre and on the storytelling stage to the telling of this deeply personal narrative.

She grew up in the south of England in what seemed to her a perfectly ordinary family – a family that went on holidays together, drove off for picnics, sat down to tea together on Sundays, sang in the church choir.

Still, there was cause for wonder.

Why, for instance, did she have more grandmothers than found in most families? Why did her father sit so often sad and silent? And then, later – where had her sister disappeared to? Was she never coming back?

“The longer a secret is kept, the more powerful it grows,” says Cayley.

“In this finely crafted personal story, Jan Gregory, one of Canadaʼs most dynamic performance storytellers, explores what it means to grow up in a family with a deeply entrenched culture of secrecy.

“From the outside every-

one saw one happy family — Mum, Dad, four smiling children, but Jan knew that this family wasnʼt quite what it seemed.

There were names that didnʼt make sense; a sister who left home and was never mentioned again.

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When Jan asked questions everyone said: ʻAsk no questions and weʼll tell you no lies.ʼ And so, not knowing the truth, she grew distant from herself and those around her.

“The performance,” adds Cayley, “explores these family secrets and how Jan learned enough to free herself from the binding of these secrets and become the vibrant person she is today.

These are stories about a very particular and quirky family, but they will resonate with anyone who has ever told or kept a secret.”

By unravelling her secrets, Gregory says she heads on a journey of self-discovery.

The process of bringing this story fully and vividly alive has been challenging and exciting and full of laughter, say the artistic directors of 2 women productions.

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Storyteller Jan Gregory will present Ask No Questions: Family Secrets at the Neat Café Feb. 10.

They say the story also belongs a bit to Lanark County, since Gregory has travelled several times to Taylor Lake to work with Andrews and Cayley to ensure that the piece is finely honed and as good as it can be.

Tickets for the Feb. 10

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• Heavy snow on a frozen lake or river can insulate the ice below and slow down the freezing process.

Before venturing out: • Check ice conditions with local ice hut operators or other anglers.

• Let others know where youʼre planning to fish and when you plan to return.

• Appropriate clothing and equipment are critical to safety and comfort. Many anglers wear floatation suits and carry a set of ice picks.

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Gregoryʼs performance is also coming to Perth on Feb. 7, Wakefield Feb. 8 and Peterborough Feb. 9.

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• Ice does not freeze at a uniform thickness across most lakes and rivers. This can be even more hazardous at the start of the winter season when near-shore ice is often much thicker and safer than ice further out. Check thickness regularly with a spud bar or auger as you move further out on the ice.

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show, which starts at 7:30 p.m., are $18 in advance and $20 at the door.

For tickets, call Neat Café at 613-433-3205 or visit www,neatfood.com.

Alternatively, visit www. ticketsplease.ca or phone 613-485-6434.

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Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount.

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and the relevant land transfer tax.

The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

Note: H.S.T. may be payable by successful purchaser.

For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender contact: Annette Mantifel, Treasurer The Corporation of the Township of Whitewater Region 44 Main Street, P.O. Box 40 Cobden, Ontario K0J 1K0 613-646-2282 ext. 25

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Local events and happenings over the coming weeks â&#x20AC;&#x201D; free to non-profit organizations Fax: 613-224-3330, 613-432-6689 E-mail: E-mail:news@yourkanata.com peter.clark@metroland.com The Renfrew Mercury community calendar is a free public service for not-for-profit groups. Notices appear as space permits. Please submit your information at least two weeks before the event and include a daytime contact name and phone number for clarification.

JAN. 24 The Renfrew County Diabetes Education Program is again partnering with winter walking programs in the region to offer blood pressure assessments, blood sugar assessments and diabetes risk. St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic High School in Renfrew from 6 to 7 p.m.

Do you love to decorate?

Would you be willing to showcase your home for a good cause? The Renfrew Victoria Hospital Auxiliary has started planning for its 2013 Christmas House Tour. Call Marilyn 613-432-5237.

JAN. 25 Renfrew Legion Branch 148 Ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Auxiliary soup and sandwich. Cost $4, plus $1 for dessert. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

JAN. 26 Winter dinner fundraiser for Bonnechere Manor at Coco Jarryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Choice of three entrees or a bit of each. Cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7. Music by Rachel Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neil and Rob Warren.

Tickets $35 at Aikenheadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Coco Jarryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s or Bonnechere Manor.

The Admaston-Bromley Public Library is going bananas on Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Day from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Crafts, games, bananas, stories and refreshments.

Children and monkeys ages 4 to 10 are welcome. Call Jane at 613-649-2576 or visit the Facebook page.

Cobden Seniors four-hand euchre party in Whitewater Community Hall at 1:30 p.m.

Admission $5. Light lunch.

Foresters Falls Winter Carnival.

Free admission, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Foresters Falls outdoor rink. Pancake breakfast, snowmobile poker run, snowshoeing and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s events at the rink sponsored by the Whitewater Region Public Library for Family Literacy Day. Young at heart games. Live music by the Valley Jammers.

Free skating. 7 p.m. family bingo at the Orange Hall.

Spaghetti supper fundraiser at the DACA Centre, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Come out and support two local youths going on a mission trip to help families in need in Peru. Adults $10, children 12 and under $6.

You are invited to a free pancake breakfast at the Perretton Church Building, 3520 Beachburg Road, 8 to 11 a.m.

613-582-7127 or 613-582-3564.

JAN. 27 Renfrew Silver Seniors ham and beans games day from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Renfrew Legion. Cost $5. Cut-off date Jan. 24. Call Pat for tickets 613-649-2756.

Traditional winter brunch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Order of the Eastern Star, 340 Raglan St. S, Apt. 17, 3rd floor, Renfrew. Tickets $10.

Heather Kewley 613-752-1769 or Bonnie Page 613-432-7303.

Supporting local charities.

As part of Frewfit â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Renfrew Gets Active, a free bus service, is provided to Calabogie Peaks. The bus departs from Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre at 8:30 a.m. and leaves the ski hill at 3:30 p.m. Lift tickets are available on the bus for $20.

To reserve your seat, contact the recreation centre at 613 432-3131.

JAN. 28 The Renfrew County Diabetes Education Program is again partnering with winter walking programs in the region to offer blood pressure assessments, blood sugar assessments and diabetes risk.

DACA Centre from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

JAN. 29 Blood donor clinic at Eganville Legion, 5 to 8 p.m. Can 1-8882DONATE or online at www. blood.ca to book an appointment to save a life. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Heritage Renfrew annual general meeting, 7 p.m. at the Renfrew Legion hall. Guest speaker Donald Beaupre.

Everyone Welcome.

Cobden Agricultural Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual meeting 7:30 p.m. at the Cobden Agricultural Hall.

Renfrew Woodland Metis Aboriginal Association executive and board of directors meeting, 7 p.m. at the Renfrew Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre, 850 Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien Road. OCAP rep Roger Kent will be guest speaker. Contact Kent Gauthier 613-432-3177.

your homemade spaghetti sauce in this sixth annual event at the AFAC Wing.

Judging at 5 p.m., dinner at 5:30 p.m. Cost $10. Entertainment, Doug and Pam.

FEB. 2 Family winter Fun from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Admaston Public School. Outdoor activities, skating, sliding, snowshoeing; indoor games and euchre party (1 p.m.).

Lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost by donation.

Hosted by Balsam Hill-Horton Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Institute in support of Renfrew and Area Health Services Village Inc. Silent auction and collection of change for the Money Mile.

Free community soup kitchen at noon at St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anglican Church, Renfrew.

Hay East â&#x20AC;&#x201C; formed to bring hay from the west â&#x20AC;&#x201C; presents a fundraising night of music at 7 p.m. in the Griffith Lions Hall. Featured are emcee Dai Bassett and Renfrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own Backstage along with Hi-Way 41, The Pickled Chicken String Band, The Windsor Swing Duo and Glen Periera. Light lunch.

Goodwill collection.

JAN. 31

FEB. 3

St. Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic School Community Council Douglas anti-bullying and cyber-bullying 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the school. Three speakers planned with the support of a Parent Reaching Out grant.

Funded by the Ministry of Education. Call 613-649 2254 or nooker_87@yahoo.com.

The February Valley Singles lunch will be held at Rocky Mountain House Restaurant, Renfrew at 1 p.m. (not 12:30 p.m.). Call Fay at 613-256-8117 or Johanna 613-432-7622.

JAN. 30

FEB. 1 Celebration of Life fundraiser dance at the Renfrew Armouries. Proceeds to Renfrew Victoria Hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oncology unit/digital mammography and Hospice Renfrew. Doors open at 7 p.m. Riley New Band and Ghost Town Cryers.

Tickets $10 or by donation.

Advance tickets at Scotiabank, Dahlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Convenience, OVG Inc., Rayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flowers and Burnett Farm Supply.

TGIF Lynn Moore Memorial Spaghetti Cook-off. Enter

FEB. 8 Freemasons lunch 12 noon at the Rocky Mountain House Restaurant, Renfrew. Learn about Freemasonry. Barry Sansom 613-433-9038. Wives and girlfriends are welcome.

Family fun trivia night, 7:30 p.m. at Ross Presbyterian Church, Kerr Line. All ages welcome. Entry fee is a nonperishable food item or cash donation to Cobden Food Bank. To register a team or individual please call Rick Olmstead at 613-646-9889 ricko5@sympatico.ca

Gourleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Variety.

Home Support second Trivia Night from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Wing lounge. Make a table of six of your friends and family, Cost is $10 per person. Light lunch will be served. Bar will be open. All ages welcome.

Get your tables early, as we had a great turnout last year.

Call Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Home Support 613-432-7691.

FEB. 12 St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anglican Church, Cobden, annual pancake supper 4 to 7 p.m. Cobden Agricultural Hall. $8 adults, children 12 and under $3.

Pancakes with real maple syrup, sausages, baked beans, vegetables, homemade doughnuts and cookies.

DACA St. Paddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dance 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Pure Irish music from Bang on the Ear. Lunch served.

Tickets $12 at Gourleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Variety, Renfrew Printing or at the door. Call Susan 433-9050.

Also, watch for the lineup for March 16 St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day celebration.

FEB.12 Trinity-St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Church hosts a Shrove Tuesday pancake, sausage and bean supper from 4 to 6:30 p.m.

Cost is by donation. Contact David at 613-432-8956 or Gump195828@hotmail.com

FEB. 13

The Rotary Club of Renfrew hosts a trivia night at Renfrew Rotary Hall in Bonnechere Manor. Teams of six, $90 per team. Included in the ticket price is a chili dinner. Cash bar serving beer and wine.

Proceeds from the event to support local Youth Mental Health Initiatives. Information and tickets from Janet Springer at 613-432-6694 or janet_springer@hotmail.com

The Renfrew County Diabetes Education Program is again partnering with winter walking programs in the region to offer blood pressure assessments, blood sugar assessments and diabetes risk.

Beachburg Public School 5 to 7 p.m.

FEB. 14 The RVH Auxiliary Valentine dessert and bridge will held at Kirk Hall on Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day at 1 p.m. Come with a partner or join with a table of four. Tea, coffee, squares and cookies will be served, followed by an afternoon bridge. Door prizes and prizes for high score will be awarded. Call Janet at 613432-9177 to reserve.

Renfrew Silver Seniors Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dinner and Dance at the Renfrew Legion. Happy hour 5 p.m., dinner 6 p.m. Music by Cruise-N-Country. Tickets on sale until Feb. 4 from Pat at 613-649-2756.

FEB. 10 As part of Frewfit â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Renfrew Gets Active, a free bus service, is provided to Calabogie Peaks. The bus departs from Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre at 8:30 a.m. and leaves the ski hill at 3:30 p.m. Lift tickets are available on the bus for $20.

To reserve your seat, contact the recreation centre at 613 432-3131.

FEB. 16 Valentines dinner & dance with the Douglas Connection at the Griffith Lions Hall.

Dinner 6 p.m. Dance 8 p.m. $20. Roast beef dinner, old time music and dance, 50/50 draw, silent auction and more.

Proceeds go to build Housing for Seniors in Griffith.

FEB. 22

Renfrew Fish and Game awards banquet at DACA Centre. Social hour 4 p.m., dinner 5 p.m., guest speaker 6 p.m. and trophies 7 p.m. Adults $10, children 15 and under $6. Tickets available from Garry Haskin 613-432-2180 or

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