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Leann Selle and Tom Stephenson won’t let a little (OK, a lot) of rain stop them from having a good time at the 2016 Renfrew County Plowing Match. They got together on the dance floor as Selle’s husband Ralph and the Douglas Connection entertain from the stage at the Cobden location. For more plowing match coverage, see page 40.
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RRWG loses family earmarked for Renfrew Trail proposal Tiffany Lepack
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The Renfrew Refugee Welcome Group (RRWG) delivered some good and better news at a public meeting on Sept. 13 at Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church. The RRWG has had to resubmit their application for a Syrian refugee family. The original family has accepted an offer to move to the United States because they could not wait any longer in the Jordan refugee camp. At the meeting, a letter was read from the original family thanking the group for their efforts. “We are very grateful for (the) constant support for us over the course of so many months,” said the letter, which was translated from Arabic. “We have been living in hell but realize that sometimes you have to wait to the end for good things to
happen. We wish that our Canadian papers had come through first but felt that we needed to take the opportunity that the U.S. provided our family when that happened before Canada. We really wanted to come to Canada and especially to Renfrew. We hope to come to visit you all some day to thank you in person for all that you have done to try to get us out of Jordan and settled.” The group has already been matched up with a new family and hopes the process of resubmitting will go faster and smoother because they have already been approved as a community sponsorship group. The earliest the family may arrive is April 2017 but it could be as late as 2018. “I think people were a little disappointed when they found it would take another year or two or more for a family to arrive. We are hoping for April 2017 but I would
be very happy to see a family here in the summer of 2017,” Henry Venema, the RRWG chairperson, told the Renfrew Mercury. “It’s good news the family is out of the camp in Jordan, it is better news we have another family lined up.” Venema called the news, which the group received in mid-August and revealed at the public meeting to a crowd of approximately 50 people, bittersweet. NEW FAMILY
“We were disappointed but happy for them to get out of the camp,” said Venema. “We immediately went with the notion we would sponsor another family.” The new family, who they were able to be matched up with the help of an Ottawa resettlement agency, consists of a mother, father and two small children, a three-year-old girl and a two-year-old boy, who
OLA hosts meeting on proposed official plan changes The local branch of the Ontario Landowners Association (OLA) is hosting a public meeting on Friday, Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. to discuss proposed changes to Renfrew County’s official plan. A press release on the upcoming meeting outlines the meeting’s focus: • Did you miss the county public meetings?
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are also in a United Nations refugee camp in Jordan. For the new application all they need to do is insert the names of the family members as everything else is in place for the new family: a house is ready, they have approximately $50,000 raised, and they have a number of support services set up, such as language training and budget counseling. “The majority of the work is done. We are ready if they come next week, we are ready to go,” said Venema. The group has about 70 active volunteers who have been helping with the group. “No one has bowed out,” said Venema. As to the community support the group has received, Venema has a key message for their supporters: patience and perseverance is important. “Thanks for the good work and hang in there with us, we are not quitting,” he said.
to submit your objection? • Land designations – What are they? • Natural heritage protection - provincial interest/provincially significant. Woodlands/valleylands/wetlands/ The meeting will take place in the Astrolabe Hall on the second floor of the Cobden arena. There will be a $5 admission charge for nonmembers of the OLA.
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“This will just tie in our trails network and be an exciting project to work on and exciting for the community once it’s complete.” The trail would run from RCAF Park at the end of Ready Avenue, the site of the former Renfrew beach, to Stewart Street, cross the street, and run from Forgie Park down to O’Brien Park, along the existing stairs and trail, which will be enhanced, said Hill. Coun. Kate Windle said the proposal is a good idea and suggested attention be paid to water access for kayaks and canoes. “Today it came up that if in the old beach area we could open that up a little bit, I know there’s land there we could park at, but just for non-motorized entry into the water – canoes, kayaks, paddle boards. It doesn’t have to be big but just something that’s cleaned out.” Hill said part of the process includes public consultation, during which needs such as water access can be addressed. Coun. Tom Sidney said the proposed trail would address tourism and fitness needs. “Renfrew isn’t like other municipalities, we don’t have access to waterfront as much as the Ottawa River, we don’t have things like that so one of the ideas behind this was to increase the tourism capacity, the fitness capacity and give it some more lighting and something new,” said Sidney. Trail systems seem to be a bit of a trend in area, he said.
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Renfrew Mayor Don Eady says the town needs people like volunteer Ray Beimers, who organized the 12th annual Summer’s End Car Show and Swap Meet For Dad, in support of prostate cancer research. Eady presented a scroll to Beimers, who was a little disappointed in the rainy day turnout. Just 87 vehicles registered for the event that often sees about 250.
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Cobden’s Eric Dagg had another classic car, but had been holding out for the perfect one. This 1960 Ford Starliner with its dramatic fins and floating roof line is, in his informed opinion, that perfect car. And it’s a great place to hide from the rain during the annual car show at the Renfrew Fairgrounds last Saturday afternoon.
More vendors needed for Taste of the Valley in Renfrew Tiffany Lepack
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Get ready for the sweet taste of the Valley. The annual Taste of the Valley is set for Oct. 1 and it’s a chance to taste and buy some products made in Renfrew County. And the good news is there is still space available for vendors to sign up. Taste of the Valley is a celebration of local foods, crafts and produced by Ottawa Valley residents. The event runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Renfrew Armouries and Fairgrounds (117 Veterans Memorial Blvd.).
Renfrew and Area Chamber of Commerce manager Gail Laird says there are 10 spots left inside and plenty of space outside for the wellattended event. “It’s a wonderful chance to showcase their products that are made right here in the Valley, from honey to baked goods to crafts and furniture,” said Laird. If you would like a space inside it costs $75 and outside costs $50. Just call the chamber at 613-432-7015. Laird encourages everyone to come and check it out. “People should come on down and see what the Valley has to offer.”
Laird said there are a number of unique vendors who are already signed up. “I even have a gentleman coming who makes salt and pepper shakers and different items from tree branches,” said Laird. “We have different pottery and all different creations, we have such a wide variety of vendors” Also on site will be the farmers market, the Rotary bacon on a bun booth and the Kinsmen booth will be open as well. The Renfrew and District Food Bank will be accepting donations inside the hall and the Miss Teen Eastern Ontario Pageant group will be co-ordinating the parking.
The County of Renfrew started the Taste of the Valley events in 2007 with one in Cobden and Renfrew and Barry’s Bay joined in 2011. This year there are three Taste of the Valley events. The first happened in Barry’s Bay in August, Renfrew’s is coming up on Oct. 1 and the third is at the Cobden Fairgrounds on Oct. 15. Although each municipality now organizes their own event, the County of Renfrew still helps promote each event throughout the Valley. For more information or to sign up at the Renfrew event contact Laird at 613-432-8645 or via email info@renfrewareachamber.ca .
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through PayPal was not successful the victim realized it was a scam and called police. Officers are continuing to investigate Ontario Wide Lumber as they continue to receive complaints from people who have paid for goods they have not received. The owner of the business was charged in August 2016 with seven counts of fraud under $5,000. The investigation is continuing. A past victim of identity theft contacted police to report it appears someone was again able to obtain credit in their name. The victim received a letter from a collections agency demanding payment. The police are investigating. Protect your identity and credit by contacting Transunion or Equifax. DOMESTIC DISPUTES These two companies are legitimate and offer consumer Renfrew and Arnprior OPP officers responded to six assistance and identity protection. Some services they of- Renfrew OPP officers are investigating the theft of this fully restored dirt bike. domestic disputes during the past week. One female was fer are free, there is a fee for others. charged with breach of a recognizance and trespassing, and one male was charged with assault. No other criminal offences occurred. A fishing tackle box was stolen from a boat. The boat was docked on the Madawaska River near White Lake Road at the time. Also stolen were two fishing rods and the Town Hall – 613-432-4848 • Development & Works – 613-432-8166 contents of the tackle box. The theft took place between Sept. 10-13. Recreation Centre – 613-432-3131 • Fire Hall – 613-432-4962 A set of keys and an alarm remote control for a resiHeritage Renfrew Fall Bus Trip – Thursday, September 29, 2016 dence were stolen from a vehicle in Arnprior. The theft FREW-TOBER Cost $70.00 per person – Includes lunch and supper. took place while the vehicle was parked at a shopping cenBus leaves Haramis Park at 9:00 am travelling “Up the Valley” and should find the trees in all their brilliance, so bring along your camera. CALENDAR OF EVENTS There will be tours made at the Champlain Trail Museum & Pioneer Village (Pembroke), Military Museum (Garrison Petawawa) and the ter on either Staye Court Drive or Daniel Street on TuesCanadian Clock Museum (Deep River). day Sept. 1. Updated security measures have taken place September 30, 2016 October 20, 2016 For tickets or information please call: Downtown Merchants Books and Cookies Sale Darlene Mask – (613)432-6242 • Pat Patterson – (613)432-52224 at the residence to prevent a break-in. Earl Martin – (613)432-4412 • Jim McGregor – (613)432-9566 Get your windows ready! 1:00 – 5:00 pm One male was arrested and charged after loss prevenRenfrew Public Library tion officials at No Frills contacted police to report a Public Skating at Ma-te-Way Arena October 1, 2016 Renfrew Public Library - Website male stealing from the store on Sept. 13. While OPP of(Please note – on occasion, skate times are cancelled due to scheduling conflicts. Up to date schedules are available online and by Taste of the Valley – Renfrew calling 613 432-3033) Armouries & Fairgrounds October 21, 2016 ficers were at the store on Sept. 15 viewing surveillance Fridays Senior/Parent and Tot Skate (Tots are considered children under the age of 5) Taste of the Valley - Renfrew Paint Nite ® – 7:00 pm video the suspect returned to the store. A 51-year-old male 9:00 am - 11:00 am Website Ma-te-way Activity Centre SPONSORED BY RUSTY BLADES from Renfrew was arrested and charged with theft under Renfrew Public Library - Website Culture Day – Renfrew Public Saturdays Sundays $5,000. He was released on a promise to appear in court 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Library Stone Fence Theatre – 7:00 pm on Oct. 26. Provincial Const. Mark Yarmel investigated. SPONSORED BY SPONSORED BY Renfrew Public Library - Website Recreation Centre On Sept. 15 Provincial Const. Patrick O’Connor atPA Days & Holidays Stone Fence Theatre - Website SPONSORED BY Ma-te-Way Canteen and Rink Rat • Skate Sharpening Shop October 2, 2016 tended No Frills to follow up on a theft investigation. Cyclocross October 22, 2016 ICE TIME AVAILABILITY – The following ice is available from September 23 – September 29 While at the store he was advised the loss prevention ofFriday September 23, 4:00 – 5:30 pm Renfrew Fairgrounds Craft Sale 11:00 am ficer was watching a female in the store concealing items Monday, September 26, 8:00 am – 12:00 / 2:30 – 5:30 pm Cyclocross - Website Downtown Renfrew Tuesday, September 27, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm in her purse. She left the store after purchasing items in her Wednesday, September 28, 8:00 am – 12:00 / 2:30 – 5:30 pm Downtown Renfrew - Website TD Tree Days cart, making no attempt to pay for the concealed items. Thursday, September 29, 8:00 am – 12:00 / 2:30 – 5:30 pm Ma-te-way Park Craft Brewery & She was arrested outside the store and all stolen property TENDER FOR 9:00am - Noon Food Truck Festival was recovered. A 32-year-old Renfrew female was charged SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION TD Tree Days- Website Low Square & Downtown Renfrew O’BRIEN ROAD FROM EAST OF FROATS STREET with theft under $5,000. She was released on a promise to 1:00 – 7:00 pm TO WEST OF GILLAN ROAD October 5, 2016 appear in court in Renfrew on Oct. 12. CONTRACT No. 11-2016 Craft Brewery & Food Truck VOTE BEST Decorated Jp2g Project No. 2151750A A shed was entered and a tree trimmer and tool box Festival Downtown Window Sealed tenders, plainly marked as to contents, will be received by Keray O’Reilly, Treasurer, Town of Renfrew, Ontario, until: were stolen. The theft was discovered on Sept. 17 from the Ballot available Stone Fence Theatre 2:00 P.M., LOCAL TIME, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2016 shed on Rivoire Lane in Greater Madawaska Township. in Renfrew Mercury Recreation Centre – 7:00 pm For Sanitary sewer construction including approximately 330m of sanitary sewer. Officers are investigating the theft of a fully restored Ballots also available: Stone Fence Theatre - Website Complete tender documents may be obtained from the Development and Works Department, Town of Renfrew, 127 Raglan Street dirt bike. Sometime between Aug. 27 and Sept. 3 the thief Town of Renfrew, RenfrewBIA and October 25, 2016 South, Renfrew, Ontario after 9:00 am on September 13 , 2016 on payment of a non-refundable cost of $50.00 per set. Cheques entered a property on Hayes Street in the Township of should be made payable to the Corporation of the Town of Renfrew. Chamber of Commerce websites Ballots Due for best decorated The lowest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted by the Town of Renfrew. McNab-Braeside. They stole the yellow 1993 Suzuki R25 October 6, 2016 Downtown Window Neil Caldwell, P. Eng., PMP Michel Asselin, P. Eng. from inside a shed on the property. Police believe the thief Homemade Pie Contest Ballot available: Jp2g Consultants Inc. Director of Development & Works was driven to the property on an ATV. Low Square – Noon Town of Renfrew, RenfrewBIA and Engineers • Planners • Project Managers Town of Renfrew
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TENDER FOR BALDWIN STREET RECONSTRUCTION MASON AVENUE TO READY AVENUE 550 m CONTRACT No. 08-2016 Sealed tenders, plainly marked as to contents, will be received by Keray O’Reilly, Treasurer, Town of Renfrew, Ontario, until: 2:00 P.M., LOCAL TIME, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2016 For Baldwin Reconstruction, from Mason Avenue to Ready Avenue (550 meters) including: paving and grading, concrete curbs, storm sewer works, line painting, and landscaping. Complete tender documents may be obtained from the Development and Works Department, Town of Renfrew, 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew, Ontario after 12:00 pm on September 20th, 2016 with payment of a non-refundable cost of $50.00 per set. Cheques should be made payable to the Corporation of the Town of Renfrew. The lowest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted by the Town of Renfrew. Phil Desmarais, P. Eng. Senior Project Manager exp Services Inc. 100-2650 Queensview Drive Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 8H6 Telephone: (613) 688-1899 Phil.Desmarais@exp.com
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Volunteers needed at Renfrew Hospital McNab-Braeside to celebrate Canada’s 150th with relay, festivals John Carter
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McNab-Braeside isn’t about to let Canada’s 150th birthday in 2017 pass without a celebration in the township. Coun. Heather Lang has introduced a number of intriguing suggestions, including a crosstownship relay, detailing ways McNab-Braeside could mark the anniversary and put itself in the spotlight. Lang explained the 150th birthday “is a perfect opportunity to showcase and promote our own municipality” while have fun doing it. Given the close proximity of McNab-Braeside to the nation’s capital, “we should capitalize on the fact that many visitors and tourists will be flocking to the area to celebrate and mark this anniversary,” she said. She suggested a multi-pronged approach building on the township’s current activities and assets, as well as highlighting the area’s natural beauty, agricultural strengths, rural atmosphere, connection to the rivers, culture and heritage. Lang also said the celebrations, which would run from May to August, should be inclusive as possible, involving all ages and abilities, as well as people with an aboriginal background or with links to the logging era. “Everyone should feel welcome and be a part of this,” she said. As well, all parts of the township should be involved, she stressed. In that way, they can help bring the township together. In the past township residents have split on some issues depending on which side of the highway they live, what settlement area they are in or whether they are in a rural area or close to town. At its Sept. 6 meeting, council agreed to support the ‘Celebrate McNab-Braeside 2017’ ideas in principle and bring them up during budget deliberations. CROSS-TOWNSHIP RELAY
Lang explained that a ‘Current of Connections’ relay could involve participants using a variety of modes of transportation and passing
an item from one to the other until it reaches the other end of the township. For example, paddlers could start the relay going from Sand Point to Red Pine Bay in a Voyageur canoe, she said. The next leg could involve runners to the CN recreational trail at Division Street, then fat bikes and ATVs to the Dochart Park, where players could engage in soccer manoeuvres. The next legs could feature cycling to Wellington Park and antique car trekking to Clay Bank Park. Then kayakers could take over, heading to the Flat Rapids boat launch where the agriculture community could ride on tractors and hay wagons to the McNab Farmers Market. Next could be firefighters in a convoy of fire engines to McNab Centre Park for a softball demonstration by Special Olympics athletes and minor ball teams. The relay could then involve municipal councillors and staff as it heads to Burnstown Beach, where rowers could take the relay item to Burnstown. Cyclists and runners could transport it to Waba Cottage Museum where museum members and heritage buffs could walk it to the White Lake Women’s Institute Hall for a community dinner and entertainment. Among Lang’s other suggestion would be to rename the Scottish Festival McNab Culture Fest to draw in more ethnic groups as well as the Scots and rebrand the Braeside Riverfest to better connect it with the community and link it with the area’s logging heritage and the Loggers Memory Project. She said a Canada Day fest could unite the main villages of White Lake, Burnstown and Braeside with a timed fireworks extravaganza and a fun ‘best dressed’ competition. Other ideas include declaring Burnstown a heritage village, unveiling a township logo and slogan, and inviting residents to create an official poem about the township. Lang said council welcomes suggestions from the public and is involving the recreation committee before any final decisions are made. It’s likely an ad hoc committee will be formed to guide the celebrations.
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Enercare launches ‘fresh start’ program for new homeowners Enercare has launched a Fresh Start Program designed to help families transitioning between temporary shelters and a home of their own. One of the company’s key objectives with the program is to give back to the communities where it operates by partnering with local organizations to help disadvantaged families living in a shelter due to unfortunate and unforeseen circumstances. The Enercare Fresh Start Program helps families get back on their feet by providing simple necessities, small luxuries and professional home tips essential to starting a new beginning in a new home. Families receive a personalized Enercare Fresh Start comfort package that includes everything from linens and toiletries, to toys and kitchen utensils, to ensure a comfortable ‘fresh
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Following are briefs from the Sept. 6 meeting of Horton Township council. Horton Mayor Robert Kingsbury informed council that he spoke with Steve Boland, the director of public works and engineering for the County of Renfrew, in regards to the request for safety improvements at the Bruce Street and Garden of Eden Road intersection. “They are going to do a safety audit and report back on what they have found,” said Kingsbury. Council approved two road projects and were also given the go ahead to continue to complete various minor road projects within the 2016 operating and capital budget. As of Aug. 16, including Thomson Road, at an estimated cost of $655,359, approximately $671,509 has been spent on road work. The projects will be funded from the gravel tender, which as of Aug. 26 has a remaining budget of $46,640. The first project will take place on Pidgeon Hill (Garden of Eden Road) where staff will contract the use of a hoe ram to bust up rock material. It will cost $5,945. The second project is the Eady Road vertical alignment, which will cost $15,446. After these two projects are finished the gravel budget will have a balance of $25,250. Council had an intense debate on which road to submit for the Ontario Communities Infrastructure Fund. In the end they decided to submit the application for the reconstruction/ rehabilitation of Johnston Road. “I’m all in favour of this one This is an excel-
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lent project,” said Kingsbury. “A majority of Horton residents use this road. To reconstruct it now would be to our benefit.” Up to 90 per cent of the project, a possible $1,896,149, could be funded. Although staff don’t anticipate they would receive the full amount, they thought it was good to apply. Coun. Dave Bennett wanted to apply for work to be done on Lime Kiln Road. Council applied for a grant for that road in 2015 and were not successful and could reapply this time. “I said I wanted this road done by the end of my term and it has been a problem in my books for a number of years,” said Bennett. “We applied two years ago and we should be consistent. Johnston Road has had a considerable amount of money put into it over the years.” Kingsbury pointed out they didn’t get a grant for Thomson or Lime Kiln Roads so it was time to try for another road. Council received an update on recycling collection. Earlier this year they approved collection of Styrofoam at a cost of $500 per month as Beaumens would no longer accept it in the recycling. “They understand there are number partners working on a joint tender and were quite happy to pick it up understanding it might change with the joint tender,” said Janet Collins, public works manager. Styrofoam will be picked up with fibre and it is to be tied in a plastic/grocery bag and placed in with the fibre recycling bin. Council approved the purchase of a traffic counter up to $2,000. They also approved the purchase of a wood chipper at a cost of $3,095.
start’. “We are extremely proud to launch the Fresh Start Program to provide families in need with the fresh start they deserve,” said Enercare CEO John Macdonald. “We developed the program with input from our employees to ensure that we were providing meaningful support to the communities where we live and operate while also aligning the program with our brand values of being exceptional, caring and genuine.” While starting the program with a partner in the Toronto area, Enercare looks forward to “growing the Fresh Start Program by partnering with similar organizations across Ontario to make a difference in the lives of families where we live and operate our business.” For more information on the program, visit www.enercare.ca/freshstart.
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Not-so-happy trails Don’t get us wrong. There is a great deal to like about trails. They encourage hiking, biking and other forms of exercise in this age of obesity. They cater to forms of recreation that do not spew pollution into the air or use up fossil fuels. They provide routes for people to safely jog and walk their dogs without worrying about being run off the road by distracted and reckless drivers. They can boost the rural economy by attracting visitors from the city looking to escape the hustle and bustle of urban living. Ambling down the trails leads to a greater appreciation of nature and can ease the troubled soul. No wonder developing more trails throughout the region has been popular with local politicians and citizens alike. The tearing up of the rail lines through the Upper Ottawa Valley has led to a series of ambitious new plans for trails. Furthermore, Renfrew and Arnprior are eyeing tie-in riverside trails to link with the major routes. Expect those efforts to accelerate in 2017 as the county and municipalities come up with projects and seek grants that will flow on Canada’s 150th birthday. As well, there will be opportunities involving trails related to the Ottawa River’s new heritage designation. All well and good, but let’s not get carried away. If
we are going to have new trails springing up all over the area, they need to be developed properly. First off, there are stretches of existing trails that need to be brought up to snuff. Nothing too fancy or elaborate, but they should be passable and safe, which they aren’t in all instances. Only then should we turn our attention to potential new trails. But the public should be consulted first before any final decisions are made. While the county is scheduling public meetings this fall on the future of the CP Rail line, it seems that turning it into a trail is a fait accompli. Hold on: let’s see if that’s what the populace wants first. Even if the majority is favourable as expected, there should be protections built in for those living alone the line. Renfrew is seeking 150 money for a trail along the Bonnechere River. It’s a good idea but if it isn’t approached with care it could be a disaster. Safety (trestle, road crossing) and the effect on neighbours should be considered before the final green light is given. By all means entertain more trails, but don’t go overboard. Ensure all proposals are thoroughly scrutinized. Carefully listen to expert advice and public input. The next year could mean the difference between ending up with nature trails that provide longterm positive benefits for the area or more underused paths up the Valley.
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Reduction in home care hours a concern To the editor:
My Community Care Access Centre case manager made her routine visit a few days ago, tedious but apparently necessary to assess any changes in my health that may have occurred within the last few months. At the end of her visit I was informed that my present allocation of one hour per week of home care was in jeopardy. A reduction to 45 minutes (or less) was entirely possible in order to make the distribution of funds more efficient. Reduction of time allocated to each client means that the caregiver will have to work longer hours in order to maintain her level of take home pay. It also means that the client will
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not receive the same standard of care since there will be less time available in which to perform the essential tasks. It is well known that clients are encouraged to age gracefully at home and by doing so will lessen the burden of long term care on hospitals and nursing homes. Elderly people are slow to perform day-to-day tasks and an allocation of 45 minutes is simply not enough. I would like to know who the decision makers are and also, if the funds for operating costs are being properly distributed. Christina Edgar Renfrew
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Some spiders spin webs of deceit There is something special about a late September dawn. Pre-dawn temperature typically hovers in low digits, giving rise to veils of mist that slowly pirouette across waterways. When the sun finally breaks through, dewdrops on plants sparkle in kaleidoscope colours. And everywhere you look, spider webs hang like artwork in fine galleries. There is good reason why spider webs are such a dominant part of the landscape this time of year. First, there are many more spiders now than in early spring. Many spiders mate in late summer, leaving sacs of eggs as their legacy when winter snows arrive. In spring, myriad miniature spiders leave the eggs, and those that survive grow larger through summer. Several spider groups produce silken webs; those of Orb-weavers are among the most obvious. Spider webs serve one purpose: to capture meals
for their makers. at the edge of Anything small their web. In that flies is conthis they hide sidered food and until something right now grassstrikes their hoppers are on net. the menu. But A struggling those are strong insect sends fliers and hit vibrations spider webs with through the great force. web, stimulatIf the silk ing a strand capture strands Michael Runtz that the spider (which are stays in contact Nature’s Way with. Just like a sticky) become dry and brittle, fisherman’s line they would snap that jerks when upon impact. Thus, to a fish takes a nibble, the vifunction properly they bration tells the spider that must stay elastic. a meal is close at hand. They do so by absorbOnce alerted, it runs ing moisture from the air, down its web and wraps a feature that makes them its victim in silk, giving it particularly attractive to a lethal death bite once it dew, which is why we see is secured. dew-dotted webs in early But not all Orb-weavers morning, before the sun hide inside retreats. Some banishes the dew for the sit in plain view in the cenday. tre of their web. Orb-weaver Spiders Two species are particubuild distinctive orb- larly obvious: the Blackshaped webs that hang be- and-Yellow and the Bandtween plants or branches ed Garden spiders. Both of trees. Many Orb-weav- are large and black and ers build a silken retreat, yellow. often in a rolled-up leaf, Now, how could a con-
spicuous spider sitting in the middle of its web catch food? It turns out that the spider’s body reflects ultraviolet patterns that fool insects into thinking they found a flower. But when they come in to eat, they get eaten. The Black-and-Yellow Garden Spider has another enticement. In the centre of its web is a white zigzag pattern of silk, the stabilimentum. This too has ultraviolet properties and serves to attract insects. Spiders are fascinating animals, and now is an excellent time to observe them. Just look for their webs in old fields, especially soon after dawn. That certainly is the best time for web surfing! On Sept. 29, the Macnamara Field Naturalists’ Club presents The Messenger, an acclaimed film about songbird decline, at Arnprior’s O’Brien Theatre as a fundraiser for its trail extension. I am part of the discussion panel and MICHAEL RUNTZ hope to see you there. See This Orb-weaver Spider web is covered in dew partly because spider www.mfnc for details.
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The Town of Renfrew needs What does it take to make Valley-ites shake their booty? a no-kill animal shelter To the editor:
For the love of cats and dogs, Renfrew needs a no-kill animal shelter now. We have needed one for a long time. So many folks come up to me because they know cats and dogs are my passion and tell me they cannot afford the vet and they are overwhelmed by the importance of caring for their beloved pets. We therefore need in our wonderful little town a vet who will lower the costs and or volunteer services to save our pets. We do need a shel-
ter with so many volunteers to help we can do this and we will do this with community support for the love of animals! I cry for the cats and dogs that are neglected, abused and thrown out with garbage. So many do care but the ones that don’t you don`t have to be cruel to them. They say there are people who are poisoning cats and dogs. Why? And just because a cat is in your garden and makes a little mess. Do you think God would care? He would want you to
be kind to the cats and dogs and not care about your garden. May God bless us all, two-legged and four-legged and may we all treat all creatures the way we wish to be treated in such a beautiful town we all call home. Let’s all, each and every one of us, open our hearts to these sweethearts out there with no proper shelter from the storms and the snow. Please help me to make my dream, come true. Patricia Clarke Renfrew
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As avid dancers who retired to White Lake, my husband and I were interested in opportunities to dance in Arnprior or nearby towns to avoid the drive to Ottawa where there is an active dance scene. It quickly became obvious to us that - along with some amazing fiddling - step dancing was a big thing locally. Square and round dancing classes for couples could be found in Carleton Place, and line dancing and Zumba lessons (both preferred by ladies) are offered in some Valley towns. There are also two dance studios in Arnprior and in Pembroke that offer a range of dance lessons to both youngsters and adults. We, too, as dance aficionados, offer partner basic lessons. One can dance at legions, other halls, stag and does, and wedding receptions. There are also social dances held occasionally, such as Cobden, and Horton Township’s monthly fallthrough-spring Friday night dances (which also include some square dancing), or charity fundraising dances at the Nick Smith Centre and some church halls. For example, when the Sting Rays band hits town, the dance floor’s guaranteed to be full. There are many opportunities, so what’s my point? BOOMERS
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We’ve noticed that at most of the dances we’ve attended - and yes, we do crash stag and does - the dancers out on the floor are predominately of the boomer generation. The millennials do not seem to know how to dance beyond the old ‘hang and hug belly-rubbers’. We’re often disappointed and concerned when we watch young women get up, hanging onto their drinks, often sloshing them on the dance floor as it’s safer than leaving them unattended at the tables where, heaven forbid, some lout might lace one’s drink with a roofie (Rohypnol, aka the date-rape drug). The young men tend to hover together, drink in hand, watching the girls. Occasionally one might muster up the courage to ask for a dance. Sometimes entire mixed groups will do a kind of group boogaloo. If you’re really into dancing though, the sticky drink puddles and residue on the floors is a big deterrent. Surely there’s a better way? It begs the question: is social dancing going the way of the Dodo bird? In other parts of the world, line dancing for both men and women continues to be a very popular thing. For instance, many bars in the States offer line and country/western partner dances that are well-attended by young people in their requisite jeans/cowboy boots/hats ‘uniform’; were that it was the same case here! Fred Astaire and Arthur Murray studios teaching social dances still abound, but the names alone indicate you’d need to be a boomer to even know who those men were. And the classes can be expensive after they get you started. Hip hop is popular now amongst the youngsters, but what will they be dancing in
their 50s and beyond? As ladies know, there is nothing more pleasurable than watching a man dance or dancing with him, so you’d think men would be motivated to learn since it’s a great way to meet and attract the opposite sex, yet we suspect men’s lack of interest plays a role in social dance’s decline. TV shows such as Dancing With the Stars, and So You Think You Can Dance would indicate there is still much interest amongst the younger generation, so perhaps the question should be rephrased: are your parent’s and grandparent’s dances passé, out of style, oldfashioned? As dancers, we know the music of today, be it country or modern, still comprises latin and social beats; think cha cha, rumba, foxtrot, waltz and jive. Polka is still a thriving thing, we hope, with those of Kashub descent in Wilno and Killaloe, and surrounds. But is it only folks of a ‘certain age” doing these dances? Is there hope for our children and children’s children to enjoy the pleasures that dancing together brings? I don’t know if social dance is still taught in grade and high schools, but if not, we’re willing to volunteer teach. Why not have girls and boys learn how to ask, accept and dance some basic steps together? It’s a skill that goes beyond just dancing. The rewards are many: motor skills, memory improvement, physical and mental exercise, a natural anti-depressant, a joyful activity, and helpful in relationship-building. It’s a skill one can start at any age and use one’s entire lifetime. It bridges generations. Some people sign up to be able to perform a nice dance at their weddings, but will it lead to a lifelong love of dance? To the young people in the area, we’d like nothing better than you prove us wrong about the future of social dance. Under Nick Smith Centre’s sponsorship, we have offered a free dance class recently with dances suitable to partners of any age, so time will tell whether Arnprior responds, but naturally we hope not to be disappointed. At the recent White Pine Festival, there were many bands and solo acts who were phenomenal, their music rhythmically irresistible, yet very few people (perhaps five) got up to move to the music with the exception of a local line dancing troupe who did put on a nice show. But what a shame. What does it take to make Prior-ites shake their booty? As humourist Dave Barry said: “Nobody cares if you can’t dance well. Just get up and dance.” And I would add: without your drink in hand and with a few basic steps in your ‘arsenal’. Wendy and Denis Tessier White Lake
Editor Note: The Tessiers teach partner social dance in Arnprior and Renfrew, offering familypriced spring and fall sessions as well as free volunteer sessions and demonstrations.
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Cash Legault is among the many children who enjoyed the midway at the Renfrew Fair, this year the rides were provided by Carter Shows.
Renfrew Fair breaks attendance record for Friday Tiffany Lepack
tlepack@metroland.com
The dust has settled on another edition of the Renfrew Fair. The fair broke a record for attendance on Friday and welcomed in 25,000 people from Sept. 7 to 11. “I think it went wonderful,” said Renfrew Fair Board president Bob McMullin. “I know we broke a record on Friday.” On Friday, Sept. 9 they had 5,347 people attend compared to 4,157 on Friday in 2015. He knows the numbers were down on Wednesday at the demo derby and they had to cancel some of the horse show on Saturday, both due to rainy weather. This year the fair welcomed a new midway provider Carter Shows. “I think the new midway was great,” said McMullin. “There were 25 rides and a lot of good kids rides.” This year they requested a minimum amount of games because in the past years they had too many. “This year there were not enough games,” said McMullin. The fair board will revisit the number of games for next year’s fair. In an online Facebook survey on the Renfrew Mercury page there were mixed reviews on the fair, with most comments focusing on the midway and cost. “We thought the ride selection was great for our daughter! She is seven and often she is too big for the kiddie rides and too small for the bigger rides,” said Marsha Coulas. “She was able to go on just about anything with her friends which meant we didn’t have to buy tickets. I would definitely buy a bracelet
for $15 next year on the early bird special.” Sheena Bennett-Grant said the fair board needs to do something about admission. “It’s costs the most of any fair around just to get in then rides and food,” said BennettGrant. “My daughter was still little for rides this year but if prices are changed we won’t be able to afford to go again. I loved the fair as a kid but it doesn’t seem like it’s worth it anymore.” Stacy Kenopic suggested a change to the entertainment lineup. “The fair was great for kids, and the music attracts the adults,” said Kenopic. “Why not brig in some music next year to get some younger adults in? Shawville and Arnprior do and everyone goes there.” Some of the other comments mentioned that the rides were old and not in good condition and that a number of the kids rides were not working properly. McMullin was also pleased that Carter Shows purchased the grand champion 4-H pig in support of the local 4-H club. “I thought that was great,” said McMullin. “They also sponsored some butter tart and jams. I thought it showed a lot of support for the community.” As to the entertainment McMullin says attendance was down for The Next Generation Leahy on Thursday and he says the biggest night was Saturday. “Honeymoon Suite blew us out of the water for attendance,” said McMullin. “The lead singer said afterwards it was one of the best crowds he had played for in a long time and they were really happy to be in Renfrew.” Over the five-day fair there were more than 100 volunteers making it all possible.
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Pat Forrest
Direct 613-433-6569
Broker of Record
1670 Burnstown Rd., Burnstown, ON K0J 1G0
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What the hay?
DEREK DUNN/METROLAND
The hay farmer and his pooch keep up smiles even as attendance takes a hit because of rain at last weekend’s Renfrew County Plowing Match.
Autumn arrives today, but summer weather lingers Staff
It’s been a long hot summer for the most part, but it officially ends today (Thursday). But if the Weather Network is to be believed, the summer-like weather will be hanging around for a while. Autumn is scheduled to arrive in these parts at 10:22 a.m. Sept. 22. Weather Network’s meteorologists predict near or above seasonal temperatures will dominate the upcoming season across much of Canada, including Eastern Ontario. Late summer weather is expected to linger into autumn for areas stretching from the Great Lakes to Atlantic Canada, although temperature swings typical of the season will still occur. “Fall will start off with a lingering touch of summer for many Canadians. However, fall is the season where we see the most dramatic temperature changes from month to month as we transition towards winter,” said Weather Network chief meteorologist Chris Scott.
“We are expecting a stormier weather pattern to develop as we progress through the season, which could mean an early taste of winter for many regions.” The Weather Network is predicting a more typical winter this year in Ontario, with more snow and cold temperatures than last year. The Farmers Almanac is predicting early winter storms in November and a colder and snowier than normal winter in Ontario. This fall will bring with it three supermoons, on Oct. 16, Nov. 14 and Dec. 14. They are the closest and largest full moons of the year. The Nov. 14 full moon is especially significant, as it will be the closest full moon to earth since 1930 and will not be matched until November 2034. This fall will also bring three meteor shows, the Orionid that peaks on the night of Oct. 2021, the Leonid that peaks Nov. 16-17 and the Geminids that peak Dec. 13-14.
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WATERFRONT $495,000
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562 CARDINAL LANE
311A BLACK MOUNTAIN ROAD
Older home with large kitchen and living room. Additional outbuildings, on a private road. Brand new septic system.
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Depots for outdated farm pesticides, medications Staff
Ontario farmers are being invited to turn in their obsolete or unwanted agricultural pesticides and livestock/equine medications for free. A number of collection sites, including one in Arnprior next week, have been organized by CleanFARMS, a national, industry-led agricultural waste stewardship organization. The Arnprior drop-off location will be at M&R Feeds and Farm Supply Tuesday through Thursday, Sept. 27 to 29. The collection site will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. There is also a depot on the same three days at M&R Feeds and Farm Supply in Pembroke. In all there are about 40 depots being operated in the province from Sept. 20 to 30 .
CleanFARMS has partnered with the Canadian Animal Health Institute and the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs to fund the collection program for Ontario farmers. The initiative is being supported by CropLife Canada, Ontario Agri Business Association, Farm & Food Care Ontario, and the Ontario Fruit & Vegetable Growers’ Association. The plant science and animal health industries are committed to safely and responsibly collecting and disposing of obsolete pesticides and livestock/equine medications at no cost to farmers. For more information, visit www.cleanfarms. ca or call 1-877-622-4460.
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Sunday, September 25, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. MLS# 1013446 • $249,000 Your Host: Charlene Riopelle: 613-433-4082
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168 JIM BARR ROAD
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NEW LISTING
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• 2 Storey, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths • Natural Gas Heat,
36 PLEASANT VIEW PARK
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31 LOCHIEL STREET
328 MARY STREET
$179,500
$169,900
MLS# 1028001
MLS# 1005532
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Nature Is Calling You!
3 Bedroom Home Has Newly Renovated Kitchen And Bath. Newer Furnace And A/C. Close To 3 Lakes And Lots Of Crown Land. Call Charlene Riopelle: 613-433-4082
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2425 EADY ROAD
$259,900
Arnprior Town Home
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$124,500 MLS# 1029268
202 BRYDGES ROAD
8 GORDON FERGUSON PLACE
Chalet Style 3 Bedroom Home On Reid’s Lake. Two Car Attached Garage, 2 Car Detached Garage (Heated), 1.48 Acre Lot. Peaceful Setting With A Great View!
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$234,900 MLS# 982346
$299,000
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1762 MILL STREET
226 EDWARD STREET, ARNPRIOR
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Real Estate Representative
Real Estate Broker
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$369,900
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208 PATRICK STREET
$279,000 MLS# 1027428
Beautiful Newer Home, Open Concept Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room. Move-In Ready. Finished Basement. Call Charlene Riopelle: 613-433-4082
54 CLOST LANE
$179,900
MLS# 1027050
• 3 Bedroom, 2 Storey • Natural Gas Heat, Central A/C • Deep Lot • Located Close To Park & Walk To Main Street Call Vincent Johnston For More Info: 613-433-2254
75 MCBRIDE ROAD
1670 FOY ROAD
$379,900 MLS# 1016147
$175,000
MLS# 1021596
$189,900
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$324,900
This 3 Bedroom Home Has A Unique Interior With Spacious Rooms And Vaulted Ceilings. Nice Deep Lot With No Rear Neighbours. Updated Roof Shingles. Newly Paved Drive. Call Dennis Yakaback To View: 613-433-2681
Summer May Be Ending, But You Can Still Enjoy The Beautiful Sunsets, Fishing And Nature All Year Long In This Centennial Lake Beauty! Call Margaret Dubeau: 613-433-1191
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2238 EADY ROAD
21 ELSIE STREET
168 JIM BARR ROAD
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103 RENFREW AVENUE
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CALABOGIE ROAD BUILDING LOTS
3.6 ACRES
$299,900
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$224,900
Country Home On 2 Acres. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Car Detached Garage. 10 Km From Renfrew.
High Rise Ranch A Mile From Town. Acre Lot, Attached Garage, 3+1 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths & Finished Basement.
• New Build “Horizon Home” • Insulated Poured Concrete Building • Large Deep Lot • Hardwood Tile Floors • Propane Furnace Call Vincent Johnston For More Information: 613-433-2254
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$189,000
MLS# 1008968
Stunning 2 Bed, 2 Bath Bungalow On A Dead End Street In Eganville. House Features Brick Exterior, Breezeway, Single Car Garage, Elegant Propane Fireplace. Great Value At This Price. Call Tom Morel: 613-281-2745
OPEN HOUSE
900 KEDROSKY DRIVE
OPEN HOUSE
5010 CALABOGIE ROAD
4.6 ACRES
A Choice Of 2 Building Lots On The Calabogie Road, Bother Over 3 Acres And Ready To Build On. Located Just Outside Of Burnstown. Close To Everything The Calabogie Area Has To Offer. Call Dennis Yakaback: 613-432-0041
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364 MCNAB AVENUE
NEW PRICE
$199,900
24 ARTESIAN LANE
SOLD VINCE JOHNSTON Real Estate Representative Cell:
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MLS# 1026131
$229,900
MLS# 1028227
Sunday, September 25• 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, September 25 • 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
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$249,000
MLS# 1013446
$174,900
MLS# 1024088
Sunday, September 25 • 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Sunday, September 25 • 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Your Host: Charlene Riopelle: 613-433-4082
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I welcome your weekend call on any listed property
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330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3
613-432-7562
Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage A locally owned o Independent ndependent M Member Broker
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HELEN VINCENT BROKER OF RECORD
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helen@remaxrenfrew.com
JUSTED LIST
ROSS PEEVER
DAVID VINCENT
PETER VINCENT
613-433-1133
613-401-2824
613-432-0319
Sales Representative ross@remaxrenfrew.com
Sales Representative
david@remaxrenfrew.com
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peter@remaxrenfrew.com
JUSTED LIST
1129 FRASER RD. (HURDS LAKE WATERFRONT HOME)
A beautiful 4 bedroom home on Hurd’s Lake with 200 feet of waterfront and over 3 acres of privacy. This home has 2 levels of living space completely finished, gas fireplace and gas stove, 2 and ½ baths, laundry on main floor and hardwood and ceramic. Large 2 car detached garage on the property plus storage plus attached 2 car finished garage. Maintained to perfection! Paved drive right to the door! Call Helen at 432-0058 or Peter at 432-0319
N E WI N G LIST
S
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84 OTTERIDGE AVE. (HUNTER GATE SUBDIVISION)
Brand new 2 bedroom custom built home with 2 baths, open concept living arrangement and large master bedroom with ensuite and laundry on main floor. Double car garage attached, large deck at the rear. Tarion warrantied - fully serviced lot. Call Helen to view at 432-0058
30 LAUREL CRESCENT
A beauty in the country but so close to town! This 2 storey deluxe residence has it all!! Main floor has living room, dining room, family room, kitchen, laundry and master bedroom with ensuite; second level has 2 bedrooms and office/den arrangement. Double car garage, acreage and a pond at the rear and huge storage shed at the rear as well plus wrap around deck. Call Helen to view this at 432-0058 or Peter at 432-0319
NOW00 $75,6
150 IVY AVE, HORTON HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION
899 KEDROSKY
3 +1 bedroom bungalow in a great neighborhood. Lots of space here with fully finished lower level. Gas fireplace in living room with hardwood flooring. Sun room off rear of home. Central Air and Natural Gas Heat. Call David today 613-401-2824. MLS#1025667.
3058 BURNSTOWN RD.
This is a home with 12 acres close to town that you should view before you go any further! Beautifully built and beautifully finished inside and out! Main house has 2 bedrooms and complete living quarters and the granny suite on the north side is outstanding. Complete with total living, central air, double car attached garage at rear plus several outbuildings and workshop. Lake at the rear of the property as well. Call Helen to view at 432-0058
An outstanding family home! Completely finished on two levels, 4 bedrooms, family room, 2 baths, freshly painted (top to bottom), in ground pool and hot tub area in rear yard. A beautiful spot for you and your family. Call Helen at 432-0058 or Peter at 432-0319.
834 BARRETT CHUTE RD.
Just completed! This brand new 3 bedroom post & beam home is outstanding. Amazing views of Calabogie Lake and situated on a 2.44 acre lot. 3 full baths with large master bedroom with gas fireplace. Open concept main floor with granite counters and custom Deslaurier cabinets. Fully finished lower level with walk-out. Full Tarion New Home Warranty included. Absolutely beautiful. MLS# 1016399. Call David for more info 613-401-2824.
384 McNAB AVE.
Here is an affordable 1 and ½ storey home – so well maintained – corner lot – parking and access excellent – detached garage – 3 bedrooms – family room in the basement – 4 pce bathCall Helen to view at 432-0058
17 MEADOW STREET, COBDEN VILLAGE IN THE 70’S!3 bedroom, 1 and ½ storey with eat in kitchen and 3 piece bath. Located on large rear lot for privacy in a good residential area. Call Helen to view at 432-0058
16 McGARRY AVE.
$89,900. A 1 and ½ storey sided home with living room and eat in kitchen and 2nd bedroom or den on first level. Bedroom and bath on second level, private drive and gas heat. Economical living. Call Helen to view at 432-0058.
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818 8TH STREET
Commercial status and a good building for you and your business. All kinds of opportunities at this address and all kinds of parking. Warehouse space as well as office areas. Call Helen for information at 432-0058
A 2 storey garden home with 3 levels of living space for you and yours! 1 and ½ baths, living room, dining room and kitchen. Hardwood flooring, deck at the rear, new c/air, gas heat and paved drive. Call Helen to view at 432-0058
LOT FOR SALE
PINNACLE ROAD MADAWASKA RIVER FRONT 5056A MATAWATCHAN RD., GRIFFITH Spacious building lot for you! Picturesque waterfront and a well on the property now. Call Helen at 432-0058 for details.
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#41
Prime property on Arthur Ave.
Acreage available on June St. for development
S O #43 #45 L SALE D PENDING
June St. 2,200 ft. of waterfront and 11 acres. Proceed on Lisgar to June St. Turn north & there it is!
330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew, ON K7V 1N3 rpeever@xplornet.com
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613-433-1133
613-432-0319
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156 ELK STREET
Hurds Lake Waterfront • 1129 fraser rd.
Asking $525,000. Located on private and pristine Hurds Lake, this very well maintained four bedroom home has great views of the lake, 3 acres of land, and a separate double car garage for added storage and a paved drive. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.
This 2 bedroom row unit home is in an excellent state of repair. Extra kitchen cupboards and lighting enhance the magnificent kitchen. Open concept dining/living room, bedrooms and bath as well as laundry are all on the main floor. Deck situated at the back of the property with beautifully manicured lawn and shrubs. 1 car attached fully insulated garage. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.
NEW PRICE
149 HARRY ST.
30 LAUREL CRESCENT
Almost 2 acres of land with a pond on the property. Beautifully designed family home with 3 bedrooms, 2 and ½ baths. Laundry on main level, spacious family room with kitchen and eating area all in one. Living room and dining room with gas fireplace, master bedroom and ensuite on first level, den or office area on upper level. Wrap around porch and double car attached garage. Call Helen at 432-0058 or Peter at 432-0319
Now Asking $229,900 for this centrally located 3 BR, 1.5 bath home. Tastefully decorated throughout with large rear addition. Great value. MLS# 1007532. Call Peter 613-432-0319.
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558 MALONEY RD.
75 MUTUAL AVE
Asking $175,000. Located on a quiet street overlooking the river and recently renovated, spacious master bedroom with 4 pc ensuite and walk in closet. Call Peter 613-432-0319.
Asking $215,000 for this exceptional 4 bedroom home on the edge of town, newer furnace, gleaming hardwood floors. Call Peter 613-432-0319
8 ACRES
1004 DICKSON RD.
Asking $299,900 for this 6 bedroom home in a private setting with outbuildings and in ground pool. Spacious interior, updated throughout. MLS# 1018779. Call Peter 613-432-0319.
9 STONEHAVEN WAY, ARNPRIOR
Asking $324,900 for this exceptional 3 BR home with open concept, updated kitchen, 2.5 baths, large rear deck. Call Peter 613-432-0319.
NEW PRICE
166 BURNSTOWN RD, ARNPRIOR
Enjoy your 44 ft covered front veranda and enjoy your partial lake view. Modern 1230 sq. ft. bungalow with cottage. Open concept, plank pine flooring, custom kitchen with oak cabinets. Patio leads to deck. Storage building/ future garage area, WETT certified wood stove. Public beach walking distance. Asking $256,999. MLS#1027286. Call Ross 613-433-1133.
00 CUTHBERT TRAIL, WESTMEATH
Waterfront lot located on Muskrat Lake. This lot is not large enough to build on, but you can camp or bring a Moor Home to the lot or launch a boat up the Lake. Property located on dead end road. $32,000. MLS# 980965. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.
15266 HIGHWAY 17, COBDEN
Brick bungalow located between Haley’s and Cobden, Approx 1150 Sq ft with 1 car garage. Kit, DR, LR and 1 4pc bath, plus 3 bdrms all on main floor. Partially finished full basement. New roof and propane furnace in 2013. Beautifully enclosed gazebo at the rear of the home. All on a 1 acres lot. Don’t miss his quality home. Asking $199,900. MLS# 1022899. Call Ross 433-1133.
7 EMELIN ST., DOUGLAS
1 1/2 storey vinyl sided home with enclosed porch and a breeze way leading to enclosed shed. Home has had some updates - new furnace in April 2015, new wiring, 100 amp breaker. Great starter home property sold as-is.Asking $88,000. MLS# 963593. Call Ross 613-433-1133.
1584 SCOTCH BUSH ROAD
A quality 3 bedroom bungalow home with a bright and spacious living room, and a kitchen with generous working/preparation space which opens to the eating area. All 3 bedrooms and full bath are located on the main floor, with the laundry and an air tight wood stove in the basement. Newer 8’ by 16’ front deck, and small storage shed on a nice-sized lot. New propane furnace in October 2014. 200amp service. Call Ross 613-433-1133
00 HWY 132, ADMASTON Quality building lot located approx 6 miles from Renfrew, 326 feet of road frontage. 5.98 acres in total, totally treed lot on paved road. Shared entrance with adjourning lot. All surveyed and severed. Asking $45,000. MLS#1026540. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.
45 CHARRON LANE
6 acre property with over 700 ft. of shoreline on private, springfed lake. 3 bdrm, 3 bath home with sunroom and finished basement. Master bdrm on main level with ensuite bath. Wood working shop and artist studio (may come equipped as part of the sale). Detached 3 car garage. Sauna located next to the beach, providing privacy and relaxation. Only 6 minutes to Renfrew. Call Ross 613-433-1133.
558 PRIEST CAMP LANE
4607 RIVER ROAD
Now asking $229,900 for this 3 BR home on acreage, 1.5 baths, large kitchen, full basement, workshop garage also that needs some work. MLS# 1024383. Call Peter 613-432-0319.
521 HOWARD STREET
A custom designed family-friendly cottage nestled on a large treed lot of waterfront property on scenic Mink Lake. Situated on a double lot that gently slopes toward the waterfront.The cottage is custom built, featuring a large stone fireplace in a spacious living/family room and a full length deck on the front. Lots of privacy! Must be seen to be appreciated.
2 storey brick home, features included separate kitchen, living room, dining room, and office. Plus laundry room with 3 piece bath. Second floor has 3 bedrooms and 1-4 piece bath. Enclosed insulated front porch and partial basement. Large shed with a loft located at the back of the property. Large lot 66 x 264 with a paved driveway. Great starter home with many more features. Asking $124,500. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.
Great property for hobby or working farm. 80 acres with approximately 1800 Square feet. Brick bungalow with open concept kitchen/living room, built in dishwasher, fridge and stove. Laundry in the basement along with a cold storage room. Central air conditioning. 2 newer steel sheds with cement floor, used for cow- calf operation at present. Shed - 1 - 30 by 70, Shed 2 - 20 by 80, barn 25’ by 50’, Barn 50’ by 30’ with exterior 20’ by 50’, famed machine shed 18’by Heated water bowl, clay loam soil - tile drained. Septic tank pumped in 2015. Excellent producing land, great location, great farm, one of a kind. MLS# 1011782. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.
Asking $219,900 for this three bedroom cottage on quiet and pristine Bagot Long Lake. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.
NEW PRICE
36 KNOX
Property is a great investment opportunity!!! Apt#1 Unit rents for $725/month plus Hydro, Vender pays for Heat. Apt #2 rents for &650 plus hudro. Vender pays heat. Apt #3 unit rents for $575 plus heat and hydro. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.
1721 KERR LINE, FORESTERS FALLS
Private bungalow situated on over 5 acres of flat land. 3 Bedrooms, 1 bath, kitchen, living and dining rooms on the main floor. Rec room, 4th bedroom and 1-3 pc bath in the basement. 2 car detached garage, plus many more features. MLS# 1025112. Asking $179,000. Call Ross 613-433-1133.
835 KEDROSKY DR.
Asking $215,000 for this 3 BR split level home on corner lot. Lots of living space for this great family home. MLS# 1019933. Call Peter 613-432-0319.
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555-101 Legget Drive
613-270-8200 45 Pembroke Street Cobden
Gayle Jacques
613-647-4253
Sales Representative
613.433.6995, Cobden
613.717.2393, Kanata
613.558.9210, Kanata
Call Gayle Direct
Call Jessica 613-717-2393
MLS# 1022573
000 Hass Rd.
D L SO
HUNTERS SPECIAL!
$36, 900
MLS# 1000998
PERFECT SETTING FOR COUNTRY LIVING!! 7+ ACRES and LARGE BARN. 1 1/2 storey well-loved farmhouse with great potential. Very picturesque. Close to Oaks of Cobden, and Logosland. Rafting, and other recreational activities.
MLS# 1026121
2028 Foresters Falls Rd., Foresters Falls
$89,900
D L SO
This home is an important part of Douglas history, known as “THE STEWART HOUSE”, a Century home that has been painstakingly and lovingly restored to its original beauty, but with the conveniences of modern living added in. Current owner has created lovely gardens, and built a 2-car detached garage. Many beautiful areas for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. Gracious front entrance, deck and balcony. Perfect opportunity for Bed & Breakfast, gallery, etc. Updates are many, Roof (2014) with 50 year shingles. Custom kitchen and bathrooms. 9 1/2 foot ceilings. Windows, siding, flooring, HE woodstove in Family room (2011). Furnace (2008). 200 amp electrical service. Blown-in insulation, sprayfoamed basement (dry). AND extra space for future development on 2nd floor. GUARANTEED TO IMPRESS, inside and out! Make your appointment today! Properties like this are quite rare!
Solid 2-Storey home with lots of potential. Property goes street to street. Garage at back of lot. This home has been well-kept over the years. Mainfloor features gracious livingroom, large eat-in kitchen, and a large family room. Second floor has 5 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Some newer windows on 2nd level. Metal roof painted (2014). Large oversized lot. This is a great opportunity!! Don’t miss out!!
Call Gayle 613-433-6995
$229,900
MLS# 1013326
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142 Harry St., Renfrew
$199,900
MLS# 1029654
Well built solid brick family home with attached double garage on large lot! This home features 10 ft CEILINGS and original trim work. Both FRONT VERANDAHS REBUILT and freshly painted (Sept 2016). Other updates include ROOF (2012), 200 AMP ELECTRICAL SERVICE, FURNACE (NOV 2014). Inside entry from garage to large mudroom area. Main floor features large kitchen w/ access to side verandah, dining room and living room. Gracious staircase to second floor featuring 3 LARGE BEDROOMS w/ GENEROUS CLOSETS. 4 piece Bath & walk-in storage closet. Located in quiet, mature neighbourhood close to downtown and schools. Stately home with lots of potential, waiting for it’s next family to love it! Some TLC required.
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Call Gayle 613-433-6995
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50 Carss Street, Arnprior
288 Burwell Rd.
$319,000
Call Gayle 613-433-6995
10 Fourth Chute Rd., Douglas
EARLYBIRD GETS THE DEAL!!
MLS# 1023763
Call Jessica 613-717-2393
3574 Queens Line, Foresters Falls
$175,000
Call Jessica 613-717-2393
MLS# 984006
Call Kirsten Direct
Very Private small acreage, use for recreation purposes or plan to build! 4.7 Acres bush lot with half an acre cleared. LAST AVAILABLE LOT.
Bush Lot, Natural state. Great For Hunting, camping, hiking,& x-country skiing.ATV trails near by.45.92Acres. Year Round Access To the Property, Build a Cabin and Enjoy Year Round!
$78,000
Call Jessica Direct
0 Hass Road
Custom designed and Quality Built Bonneville Home, Located minutes from HWY 17 On a Stunning Lot! Great for commuters. Immaculate well kept. Two-storey Family home. Main floor offers a cozy living room featuring a Jotul gas stove, large formal dining room, a CHEF’S Kitchen with natural gas stove, S/S appliances AND french doors leading to your perfect Backyard OASIS! Enjoy the views from the deck overlooking Apple trees, Willow trees, Blue spruce and Your own POND!!! In-ground sprinkler system keeps the lawn in pristine condition. On the Second Floor you will find An over-sized master bedroom with built in closets, two additional large bedrooms,and a Full Bath with the JACUZZI Tub as the highlight. Gorgeous views throughout all floors! Lower Level is completely dry-walled and awaiting finishing touches! YOU WILL NOT WANT TO MISS THIS ONE!
$399,000
Kirsten Krose
Sales Representative
654 Anderson
OPEN HOUSE SEPT 22 FROM 5 TO 7
Jessica Leigh Fay
Real Estate Broker/Manager
In town building lot awaits your dream home. This is a irregular deep lot with a ravine at the back of the lot. Come build your dream home or an income property here. Service is at the street and ready to go. Natural gas available. $74,900
MLS# 1026816
Call Kirsten 613-558-9210
9 Jason St., Cobden
$119,900
GREAT STARTER/RETIREMENT HOME
Updated 2 bedroom with fenced yard and garage. $119,900
MLS# 1029681
Call Gayle 613-433-6995
Women urged to ‘take back the night’ There will be two Take Back the Night marches in Renfrew County this month, including one in Eganville today (Thursday, Sept. 22). The Take Back the Night activities occur across Canada are designed to raise the awareness of safety issues for women and children. They are also a protest of the harassment, sexual abuse and assaults continued to be experienced by many women and children in today’s society. In particular, Take Back the Night is about women reclaiming the right to be free of violence and to be able to walk without fear, particularly at night. Those participating in tonight’s Eganville march are asked to meet in the Grace Lutheran Church parking lot at 6:45 p.m. The march will begin at 7:15 p.m. There will also be a march in Pembroke on Thursday, Sept. 29. It begins at 6:45 p.m. at the Francophone Cultural Centre on James Street.
Benjamin’s Circus in Renfrew Sept. 30 Staff
The circus is coming to town. The Great Benjamin’s Circus will be holding two shows in Renfrew Friday, Sept. 30. The big top will be set up in Ma-Te-Way Park for the 4:30 and 7 p.m. shows. The ‘traditional family circus’ features clowns, jugglers, acrobats, aerialists, daredevils, contortionists, motorbike riders, trick dogs and much more. “We pride ourselves in bringing to you one of the oldest forms of live family entertainment,” said the circus on its website. “Our goal is to entertain children of all ages.” The Great Benjamin’s Circus focuses on putting on shows in smaller communities throughout Canada and the U.S. The circus is in the New Brunswick and Hawkesbury this week and next week has stops in Smiths Falls (Sept. 26-27), Carleton Place (Sept. 28) and the Arnprior Fairgrounds (Sept. 29) before coming to Renfrew. It will move on to Pembroke’s Riverside Park Oct. 1 and Mattawa Oct. 2. The Benjamin’s Circus is operated by a third generation circus family originating from Mexico and the United States. For more information and tickets, visit http://benjaminscircus.com.
39 Renfrew Ave W., Suite 203 Renfrew, ON
613-432-8122 www.royallepageoneil.com Helping you is what we do.
AGENT ON DUTY
Gerry O’Neil
Mike Coulas
Broker of Record
Sales Representative
gerryoneil@royallepage.ca
mikecoulas@royallepage.ca
613-432-2333
613-432-0092
Allison Mulvihill
Sherri Cobus
613-433-2880
613-432-1947
Sales Representative
Real Estate Broker
allisonmulvihill@royallepage.ca
sherricobus@royallepage.ca
Catherine O’Neil Real Estate Broker
613-432-0073
catherineoneil@royallepage.ca
4 ACRES
40 GOULD ST. COBDEN This home is a show piece! Trendy flair throughout with many updates, including: wiring, windows, furnace, a/c, steel roof, flooring and sunken master bedrm. Living & family rooms on the main. Main floor laundry. Private yard with patio, front and side verandas, double paved drive. Close to amenities. 15 min to Renfrew. Quick access onto Hwy 17 for commuters. Make this your home today!
$245,000 MLS# 1028555 Call Sherri Cobus for details 613-432-1947 Visit my website for more pics! www.sherricobusrealestate.ca 6 ACRES
3079 BENNETT-LAFONT RD • 3 Bedroom home situated on 6 Acres just minutes to Renfrew • Spacious living room with dining area off kitchen, full bathroom with large tub, stand up shower & laundry + 2pc ensuite. • Private, metal roof, single detached insulated garage. Full unfinished basement with great potential for family room & another bedroom. Home needs some finishings.
$219,000 MLS# 980244 Call Alllison Mulvihill 613-433-2880
3 ROBERT COLIN RD. This mobile has been completely renovated with beautiful addition and fireplace. New insulation and drywall. Detached garage and workshop! Lovely grounds with perennials and patio. Corner lot. This property will not disappoint!
LP $135,000 MLS# 1000407 Call Sherri Cobus 613-432-1947 www.sherricobusrealestate.ca 845 GILLAN ROAD
SOLD Thank You for Your Business! Mike Coulas 613-432-0092
1833 STONE ROAD • Room for the entire family in this lovely home. Just 15 minutes from Renfrew and situated on 4+ Acres. • Open concept main level featuring fireplace & pine plank flooring. 3 Bedrooms and 4pc bath make up the 2nd level. • Large detached garage with 2nd level, trails throughout the property. Quiet & Peaceful Living!!!
$279,900 MLS# 1023165 Call Allison Mulvihill 613-433-2880
67 MCLEAN ST. All brick bungalow in town with no rear neighbors! 60’x105’lot with plenty of room & privacy. New gas furnace, central air, 3 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, newer windows along with a partially finished basement & gas stove. All appliances included. Paved drive with car port and storage building too!
$189,600 MLS# 1026245 Call Mike Coulas 613-432-0092
FEATURE PROPERTY
132 OTTERIDGE AVE.
80 PLEASANT VIEW DRIVE
End unit garden home ~ 2 bedrm bungalow with finished basement. 2 baths, lovely colour
• 2 Bedroom Modular Home situated on a large cul-de-sac
palette throughout, central air, attached garage. Open concept living for the entertainer.
• This home is well maintained and features open concept kitchen/dining & living room.
Upgraded stone walk and patio, deck and privacy fence. This home shows impeccable!
• Natural gas heat, central air, well insulated, community well, own septic. Lot backs onto a
$269,900 MLS# 1016995 Call Sherri Cobus for details 613-432-1947 www.sherricobus@royallepage.ca
$129,000 MLS# 1024759 Call Allison Mulvihill 613-433-2880
41 MCGARRY AVE
creek and K&P Trial.
716 CALVIN ROAD
Solid storey & a half in quiet neighborhood. Refinished hardwood throughout with“new”
• Very functional floor plan with 2 beds, 2 baths on very deep level lot.
main floor bath & 2 beds! 2 more beds upstairs for a total of 4 bedrooms. Large eat-in kitchen,
• Master bedroom patio door to wrap-around deck.
new gas heat, newer windows & central air make this one a true value! Move in ready for a
• Fully finished lower level with very large family room.
quick closing!
$192,500 MLS# 1015512 Call Gerry O’Neil 613-432-2333 or Mike Coulas 613-432-0092
$174,900 MLS# 1007739 Call Mike at 613-432-0092 WEST SIDERIDGE RD.
SOLD Thank You for Your Business! Sherri Cobus 613-432-1947
00 RIVER ROAD
SOLD Thank You for Your Business! Sherri Cobus 613-432-1947
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Dennis Yakaback
Eady Realty, Inc. Brokerage
29 Raglan St. S., Renfrew, ON K7V 1P8 Each office is independently owned and operated
Real Estate Broker
Cell 432-0041
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29 BRIDGE RENFREW 1 JOHN FINDLAYSTREET, TERRANCE, ARNPRIOR EWING $225,000 N ST I L
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The Renfrew Parkinson’s Super Walk hit the ground on Sunday, Sept. 11 at Ma-Te-Way Park with Mayor Don Eady saying a few inspirational words before counting down to the start of the event. Top: Brittany Abbott, Krysten Ingram and Jessica Devries had their super capes on in support of the walk. Below: Donna MccWhirter, Kelli, Mary and Jim Warren and Brooke McWhirter were walking in memory of Carl Warren who passed away on May 4.
WE ARE OPEN TO PROPOSALS!
$264,900 MLS# 981406 The former home to Renfrew Hydro is available for Sale or Lease. Beautiful End Unit Townhouse. Fully Finished OnMain 3 Levels. Excellent office space for an existing or new business. floor 3 Bedrooms, Baths.floor Bright & Spacious. Gas Heat. $1200.00 per month.3Upper $800.00 per month. Many updates Central Air.also Central Vac.“Lease ManytoUpgrades. throughout. Seller would consider Own” Opportunity here! CallCall Dennis 613-432-0041 DennisYakaback Yakaback To To View: View: 613-432-0041
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It was a super day! The annual Parkinson SuperWalk on Sept. 11 in Renfrew raised $26,734 and drew approximately 70 participants, including walkers and volunteers. “That’s fantastic, we are super excited,” said Shauna Quinn, events and partnerships associate with Parkinson Canada. “Renfrew and the community really come together and each year they raise more money.” In Eastern Ontario $189,000 was raised and across Canada $2 million was raised.
“They raise a lot of money per capita,” said Quinn. “Ottawa raised $152,000. They do absolutely amazing.” The top fundraising team was Team Edwards with a total $13,200 raised. The top fundraiser was Scott Edwards who raised $8,065, second place went to Lindsay Edwards with $5,135 raised and third place went to Ed Boose who raised $1,892. The Parkinson SuperWalk is the largest nationwide fundraising event for Parkinson Canada to help those living with Parkinson’s have a better life with a brighter future and a world without the disease.
Firefighter draw
The Horton Firefighters recently held a draw for a Yamaha Generator that was generously donated by Urban Sport of Arnprior. The winning ticket was pulled on Sept. 7 and the winner is Mark Edmonds, centre with his wife Lillian and their two children Lillian and Adeline. The draw raised more than $2,500 for the Horton Firefighters Association, they will use the funds and others raised for charitable donations within the community. The firefighters thank everyone who brought a ticket for supporting their efforts. A number of firefighters were on hand for the presentation: Ashley Bennett, Kyle Schroeder, Kirby Morrison, Shane Lambert, Mike Fortier, Dave McMaster, and in the front row Chris Martin and Ray Caillier. SUBMITTED MO GAT VIE ES S S OPE TA N 7 RT PM @ DU SK
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Report From Parliament:
Brian and Pat Brydges pass the bowling ball to new owners Katie and Trevor Brydges at Opeongo Bowldrome. There will be a welcome event at the bowling ally one Sept. 24 from 2 to 4 p.m.
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Opeongo Bowldrome new owners all in the family Welcome event planned for Sept. 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the bowling alley Tiffany Lepack
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The new owners of Renfrew’s Opeongo Bowldrome are sure to be a striking success. Pat and Brian Brydges have sold the business to their son and daughter-in-law Trevor and Katie Brydges, the third generation of Brydges to own part of the bowling enterprise. “They are very young and energetic, computer-savvy,” said Pat. “They will be able to gear things to the younger crowd and keep the older crowd interested and still having fun.” On Sept. 24 they are hosting a welcome party at the lanes at 233 Raglan St. South in Renfrew from 2 to 4 p.m. with cake, refreshments and a draw for free bowling. Everyone is welcome to come by to say goodbye to Pat and Brian and welcome Trevor and Katie and their children Sadie and Sophie. Katie, who is well-known in the community for coaching figure skating and singing at local events, is looking forward to getting to know everyone at the lanes. Trevor, who currently works at Norcan Hydraulic Turbine Inc., and Katie, know they have big shoes to fill. The couple has a few goals to achieve during the transition. “We hope that we make Pat and Brian proud and run the business as successful as they have over the years,” said Katie. “We have all the confidence in the world in them,” added Pat. The Bowldrome has a long history in Renfrew and the family is grateful that with the help of Olga Lewis, Renfrew’s local historian, they have been able to gather some of the history. The building itself was built in 1897 and was first used as a grist and flour mill, then a
tannery, an insurance agency and a bakery. In the mid-1940s, Cam Simpson bought it and the lanes were installed in 1949. In 1968, Pat’s parents Marg and Ernie Twigger with Bill Holmes and Ken Stuart, purchased it from Simpson. In 1969 the automatic pinsetters were put in and in 2004 they installed automatic scoring. In 1999 Marg passed away and willed her shares of the business to Pat. When Bill Holmes passed away in 2015 he willed his shares to his daughter Lynn. When Stuart passed away in the mid-1980s Bill and Marg purchased his shares from his widow. As of September, Lynn and Pat sold their shares to Katie and Trevor, something Pat is very pleased about. “I love the fact that it will stay in the family and hopefully our granddaughters will take it over someday,” said Pat. “I hope it is as good to them as it’s been to us.” Looking back on her time at the bowling ally she is quick to point out her favourite memory. “I met my husband here, he was a pin boy,” she recalls with a big smile. “I’ve worked here fore 55 years,” added Brian. “We used to kiss a lot at the back door,” Pat continued with a big laugh. She also liked the comfort of her family being there. “I knew my mom and dad were here anytime I needed them,” said Pat. “They are still here in spirit,” added Trevor. The Bowldrome also holds a special place for the start of Katie and Trevor’s relationship. “I met Trevor here,” Katie said with a big smile. “One of my friends worked here and he was here for men’s league and we started
chatting.” Trevor has been bowling for more than 20 years and was always at the alley. “I like to try and have fun,” added Katie. Pat and Brian have made a number of updates to the alley, including obtaining a liquor licence and getting it freshly painted this summer before the official transition to the new owners, which has been in the works for over a year. “I’m excited to keep it in the family,” said Katie. “It’s been in the family for 49 years.” “It’s going to be an adventure,” added Trevor. They say they are going to make some changes but are starting off slow. They hope to put in Wi-Fi soon, as well as speakers so they can have music for the open bowling and have added a healthy snack menu. “If it’s not broke don’t fix it, just improve it,” Pat advised the new owners. Their five-year plan includes bringing in Rock N’Bowl, Glow In the Dark bowling and to redo the ceiling so they can upgrade the apartments. They also plan to host birthday parties, fundraisers (the annual Bonnechere Manor fundraiser is already booked for November) and corporate Christmas parties. The Bowldrome has league bowling Monday to Friday in the day time and the evening, there is youth bowling on Saturdays and open bowling as well. hey are open Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. and have new expanded hours on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The prices remain the same at only $4 per game. “Everyone can bowl from age four to 104,” said Pat. “It’s all about the fun!” Find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/OpeongoBowldrome .
Cheryl GALLANT
Your Member of Parliament Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke Constituency Office 84 Isabella St. Pembroke ON K8A 5S5 (Tel) 613-732-4404 (Fax) 613-732-4697
www.cherylgallant.com By Cheryl Gallant, MP
September
Paying For Bad Spending Canada is a Nation of Debt. This year the average household debt hit almost 168%. Canadian households on average hold $1.68 in debt for every dollar they earn after taxes and other fees paid to government. Canadians are in so much debt because it is a struggle to maintain our standard of living when we pay as much as 42.9% of the money we earn in taxes to fund billion dollar give-aways to fight climate change in other countries and the liberal vanity project to buy a seat on the UN Security Council. These billion dollar gifts to other countries come from money borrowed today, which are the taxes of tomorrow, with $30 billion piled on to the national debt in the first Liberal budget alone. With the Trudeau debt policy to pile 30 billion dollars of debt year after year after year onto the backs of middleclass Canadians, and no plan to balance stop excessive spending, the economy suffers. The latest figures are in on how badly the Canadian economy is being mismanaged. Unemployment is up. Coming off a loss of 71,400 jobs in July, the latest figures are worse than they appear as private sector jobs continue to disappear. The public payroll is being bloated. What public sector jobs are created must be paid by increasing the debt. Everyone knows except the Prime Minister jobs created with borrowed dollars only last by borrowing more dollars or raising taxes. Debt is paid with higher taxes. Interest on the debt must be paid. Excessive borrowing creates more pressure to further raise taxes, which eliminates more jobs. Excessive borrowing crowds out private investment that creates jobs. Fewer jobs means fewer people paying taxes. Those who do pay taxes pay more. Payroll taxes like the new CPP tax eliminates jobs. It is a vicious cycle. For the first time, the middle class dream of owning a home is disappearing. The liberal debt policy of emptying out the countryside through deprivation of services and infrastructure and herding young people to live in places like Toronto with its out-of-control housing prices is the new reality. So too is the reality this generation is the first generation that can expect to live more poorly than their parents. What chance do families have when they pay as much as 43 cents out of every dollar in some form or another in taxes to some level of government? The non-partisan Parliamentary Budget Office has confirmed that liberal billion dollar giveaways are being paid for by cuts to Conservative child benefit programs, with 500,000 families having their benefits cut or eliminated. Compare this record with 12 months ago when the Conservatives were managing the economy. There was an average monthly gain of 13,000 jobs. 96,700 more private sector jobs existed under the Conservatives in 2015. The budget was balanced. The middle class goal of owning a home was more than just a shattered dream. Children could expect the same or a better quality of lifestyle than their parents. Families had a government who cared. As your Federal Member of Parliament, I am pleased to represent you on a variety of issues. Whether that issue is promoting agriculture, international trade, Canadian Unity, CNL, the military or jobs in the working forest, I am here to serve you! As always, if you have any concerns of a federal nature, or just want to share your views with me, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Office contact Information: Constituency Office of Cheryl Gallant, MP, 84 Isabella St., Pembroke On. K8A 5S5 or call 732-4404. There is no postage required when you write your Federal Member of Parliament. -30For more information contact Cheryl Gallant, M.P. - 613-732-4404 The Renfrew Mercury - Thursday, September 22, 2016 23
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Monthly Column by MPP John Yakabuski
Monthly Column – September 2016 What a difference a by-election makes. The Legislature returned on Monday, September 12th not for a Question Period, but to hear a new Speech from the Throne. This was a result of the Premier proroguing the Legislature on Thursday, September 8th. Sources tell me that even some Liberal Cabinet Ministers were surprised by the announcement. When a Legislature is prorogued mid-term, it is usually done because the government wants to strike out with a bold new agenda to inform the people that they are going to be a lot better in the second half of the term than they were in the first. Alas, the Speech from the Throne did no such thing. It contained a number of re-announcements, of plans that were already revealed, many of them stretching far into the future long beyond the current government’s mandate.
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Tim Hortons held its annual Smile Cookie campaign from Sept. 12 to 18 and the two stores in Renfrew sold 6,142 cookies. The stores still had a few left early in the week and kept selling them until they were sold out. Each cookie cost $1, which went to the Robbie Dean Family Counselling Centre. Michael Kelly, assistant manager, Dorothy Vanderzwaag and Cindy Wright from the Bruce Street location were all smiles on Sept. 15.
My Broadcasting included on fastest growing list again A company based in Renfrew and Arnprior continues to make the list of top 500 fastest growing Canadian companies. My Broadcasting announced last week that it has made its sixth consecutive appearance on the PROFIT 500 list. It ranks 335th on the 28th annual list with a five-year growth rate of 157 per cent. “The PROFIT 500 represents an elite list of the country’s entrepreneurial community,” says MY Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) president Jon Pole. “MBC is honoured to be in the PROFIT 500 ranking for the sixth consecutive year. “While the Canadian radio industry has been in a bit of flux, we are pleased that our formula for success and the dedication and effort of our team is paying off! This consistent year-to-year achievement and growth reflects the strength and dedication of our team and our radio brands across Ontario plus delivering a positive return on investment for our advertising partners,” Pole said. “One of the things that makes our
company special is our culture. We are highly competitive and uncompromisingly committed to being the best at what we do, but we are also a decent and thoughtful group of individuals – and that makes coming to work fun.” “Companies become a part of the PROFIT 500 through innovative thinking, smart strategy and sheer grit,” says James Cowan, editor-inchief of PROFIT and Canadian Business. Ranking Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies by five-year revenue growth, the PROFIT 500 profiles the country’s most successful growth companies. The PROFIT 500 is published in the October issue of Canadian Business and online. MBC says its present growth and expansion shows no signs of slowing down, with plans for further expansion into other markets in Ontario and the upcoming launch of a new radio station to serve Milton. It currently operates in 20 markets, including a soft rock station in Renfrew and an Oldies station in Arnprior.
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Saturday, October 1, 2016 for Virginia Blemkie 42 Sammon Road, Renfrew, Ont. From Renfrew travel Hwy. 132 and turn right on Stone Rd., left onto Lynch Rod., continue 5 kms to property, signs posted. Viewing from 9 a.m. Sale at 10:30 a.m. Two bedroom home, built in 1995, on 9.1 acres with 243’ waterfront on Samally Lake. Drilled well, septic, partly furnished, full above ground basement with garage, deck. Due to a family death this property must sell. Sells at owner’s discretion. $10,000 day of sale, cash, bank draft or certified cheque. Balance due on closing. Visit www.revelstewart.com for listing RT Stewart 819-647-1959
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Terms: Cash or cheque with ID Lunch by Billy T AUCTIONEER: PRESTON CULL R.R. #1 DOUGLAS 613-649-2378 See prestoncull.com for more info & pictures.
One new initiative that would be of interest to people all across Ontario was their announcement of a provincial tax rebate on your hydro bills. Just weeks ago, the new Energy Minister Glenn Thibeault said that there was no crisis in the energy system and that rates were more-than-fair. Now, with the by-election loss in Scarborough-Rouge River their viewpoint changed. So let’s put this announcement in perspective. The eight percent rebate on people’s hydro bills will come into effect on January 1st, 2017. This will mean an average of $130 decrease per year. It should be noted that the changes since May 2015 have added $255 per year to the average energy bill. You can see why we have characterized this announcement as: “Too little and too late”. As I pointed out in debates, this rebate amounts to 36 cents a day; you might be able to buy a can of tomato soup, but only if it’s on sale. I hardly think that’s going to do much to help people who are going to food banks because they cannot afford their electricity bills. Moreover, a further increase will be coming on your hydro bills on November 1st—meaning that before those bills come down they will be going up again. The Liberal government continually claims that the reason that electricity rates are so high is that they have invested significantly into the electricity system. But it was recently confirmed by the C.D. Howe Institute that 70 percent of the increases on your electricity bill are due to costs related to generation. Translated, it is because the Liberal government has paid—and continues to pay—excessive rates for wind and solar that the system does not need. We have repeatedly called on the government to stop signing these expensive energy contracts. If they are going to significantly affect energy rates, they have to stop repeating the same mistakes. In the Throne Speech, there was no mention about a change of direction in that regard. In our response to the Throne Speech, we repeated this request and asked them again to stop signing these contracts and to stop the fire sale of Hydro One. The Liberals don’t seem to get it. Last month Douglas Porter, the chief economist for BMO, stated that: “Let’s just say it is going to do very serious harm to the Ontario economy if we continue to see double-digit increases in electricity rates.” If the Wynne Government does not want to take advice from me, surly they will heed the warnings of one of the top economists in the country. A final update on my hip surgery. Just over eight weeks (July 18th) since the surgery and I must say, that I am close to being 100 percent recovered. Doing everything I was able to do prior to the surgery with one major difference: I am now doing it pain free. Thank you for everyone for their patience in recognizing that I could not be as active as I would have liked to be during that period. And thank you once again for your kind wishes, thoughts, and prayers. I’ve even talked about getting back into hockey. Vicky thinks I’m crazy. She may be right. The Renfrew Mercury - Thursday, September 22, 2016 25
Cricket Guest on top of the world Sherry Haaima
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Having talented, warm photographers made a big difference in her comfort level, she said. She was very happy to be paired up with photographer Erwin Loewen in Toronto. “I really wanted to work with him for the past year or so,” she said. “He’s such a nice person and he helped me step out of my comfort zone. I’m a modest person, I feel awkward at the beach and don’t like showing a lot of skin.” Now that she’s got some experience under her belt, what does she think it takes to be a good model? “They drill this into your head – it’s all about personality. You won’t get far in the industry if you’re not a nice person to work with,” she said. “There’s always going to be someone behind you who wants your job.” In 2017, Guest will represent Canada at the Top Model of the World pageant. Training for that will begin in the coming months and in the meantime, she’s in talks with several agencies. “I’ve been told many times I’m more of an editorial model than a commercial model,” said Guess. She graduated high school this year and plans to take a year off before pursuing post secondary education, where she’d like to study political science. She’ll also continue running her business, Enchanted Entertainers, which offers princess services for birthday parties and other events.
It’s a Cinderella story, without the prince. Top Model of the World Canada Cricket Guest is still riding the high of her recent win. In April, Guest was named Top Model Ontario East at the Miss Teen Ontario East Pageant (MTOE) in Renfrew, which garnered her a full scholarship to attend the Top Model Search Canada contest in Toronto in late August. “This entire experience has felt like a Cinderella story, just with no prince, and my fairy godmother is a collection of people such as my mom, the Miss Teen Ontario East family, and the dozens of others who assisted me in preparation for my journey,” said Guest, a graduate of Renfrew Collegiate Institute. “Like Cinderella I went SUBMITTED into the journey to have a This photo, taken by Renfrewite Bailey Plunkett, great time and enjoy the helped Cricket Guest earn her Top Model Ontario experience. I wasn’t expecting a crown, but I got one.” East title, which landed her at the Top Model Canada Guest says she’ll never contest in Toronto, where she was named Top Model forget her roots, and hopes of the World Canada. her story might help inBut she’s quick to share “Having the support spire others. the credit for her success. back home meant a lot,” “I grew up in a single“I definitely think it was she said. “My real family parent home with financial a team effort. It wasn’t just and the MTOE family – all struggles and I’ve suffered me,” she said. “It’s the famthose people made sure I from various serious menily aspect of MTOE that was physically equipped tal illnesses, such as severe and mentally equipped.” depression and anxiety. I got me this far.” Training sessions with She was surprised at still remember the night I Renfrew model Delaney how laid back everyone tried to take my own life, Holley were extremely was at the Top Model of but I instead turned my helpful, said Guest. the World Canada contest. life around. I just want the And the love and well “I expected it to be a lot opportunity to let people wishes from everyone in more nerve wracking,” said know that I’m not special, her hometown of RenGuest. “It ended up being I wasn’t born with a crown on my head,” said Guest. frew buoyed her, especially really chill and I made so “It was something I need- when the going was tough. many friends.” ed to train and work towards. Everyone can have their version of the ‘crown’ they’re striving towards, regardless of their background.” She’s proud of her success at the Toronto contest and she made memories that will last a lifetime. “I was honestly just so excited to have made it to top 15,” she said. “I was so out of my comfort zone. I did my best to have fun and make friends.” She certainly did not expect to come away with the title Top Model of the World Canada. ERWIN LOEWEN PHOTOGRAPHY “I’m pretty happy with myself. That exceeded my Top Model of the World Canada Cricket Guest, second from left, in a photograph expectations,” said Guest. from the Top Model Search Canada contest in Toronto in late August. 26 The Renfrew Mercury - Thursday, September 22, 2016
FORM 6 Municipal Act, 2001
SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF HORTON
Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on October 26, 2016, at the Township of Horton Municipal Office, 2253 Johnston Rd., Renfrew Ontario. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Township of Horton Municipal Office, 2253 Johnston Rd., Renfrew. Description of Lands: Roll No. 47 46 000 010 24200 0000; 1462 Storyland Rd, Haley Station; PIN 57269-0003(LT); Part Lot 27, Concession 7, Horton, as in R392475; S/T interest in R387314; Horton; File No. 15-01 Minimum Tender Amount: $33,501.36. 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, environmental contamination 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, HST if applicable and the relevant land transfer tax. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. The Township of Horton charges $25.00 per tender package. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit: www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or if no internet access available, contact: Jennifer Barr Treasurer/Tax Collector The Corporation of the Township of Horton 2253 Johnston Rd. R.R. #5 Renfrew ON K7V 3Z8 (613) 432-6271
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A Salon of the Masters, a sequel to sculptor Richard Gill’s 2015 show The Masters as Muse, opens Oct. 1 with a vernissage from 2-8 p.m. at Bittersweet Gallery in Burnstown.
Richard Gill presents 2016 autumn show Salon, from the French word salon (a living room or parlor), means a conversational gathering. Usually this is a select group of intellectuals, artists and politicians who meet under the roof of an inspiring host held in part to amuse one another, to refine their taste and increase one’s knowledge of current affairs and the arts. For his annual fall show, sculptor Richard Gill transforms his studio into a salon and invites us to a gathering to mingle among the masters’ intimate domain at Bittersweet Gallery in Burnstown. A Salon of the Masters is a sequel to his 2015 show The Masters as Muse. It opens Oct. 1 with a vernissage from 2-8 p.m. Gill will give a brief talk on the works at 3 and again at 7 p.m. The show continues daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. to Oct. 10. Numerous women patrons of the arts have presided over salons in France and England since the 17th century. The American novelist and playwright Gertrude Stein (1874-1946) was known for her salon at 27 rue de Fleurus in Paris, where Picasso, Matisse and other creative people would meet to discuss art, literature, politics and, no doubt, themselves. The term salon also refers to art exhibitions. The Paris Salon was originally an officially sanctioned exhibit of recent works of painting and sculpture by juried members of the Royal Academy of painting and sculpture. Many of these artists who were accepted into
the salons of Paris have now found their way to a present day salon of sorts; gathered here by the insatiable, creative mind and hands of sculptor Richard Gill. Gill’s conception of a “salon” of these masters in his own Burnstown studio brings to life what he has deeply researched and imagined as the creative realm of artists of renown who transformed the face of modern art. In Gill’s salon, Chagall, Gustav Klimt, Diego Rivera, Vermeer keep company with Matisse, Picasso, Da Vinci, Rembrandt, Dali, Turner, right along side along with Renoir, Michelangelo, Georgia O’Keeffe, and the outrageous and lesser known Egon Schiele and Tamara de Lempika. Andy Warhol is seen in his “Sliver Factory” studio with Bob Dylan and who knew that he also painted Mick Jagger. With evocative imagery Gill has created a visual spectacle of over 50 works rendered by a marriage of sculpture that portrays each artist in scenes that include their paintings in miniature intricate detail; skillfully achieving the illusion of greater depth through his unique technique and understanding of sculpting in relief. Entering his 71th year this salon and sale marks Gill’s 44th annual revealing that he is indeed a present day master in his own right adept with a unique interpretation in the medium of sculpted clay in relief. Thus far he feels that this body of work constitutes his finest.
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Several area houses on Oct. 2 natural homes tour
On Sunday, Oct. 2, dozens of unique Ontario natural homes and buildings of all types will be opening their doors to the public. The open houses from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. offer opportunities for the general public to step inside and see how they really look, feel and work, and to get feedback from the homeowners. In Renfrew County there are several homes that are opening their doors including a straw bale off-grid home and a passive solar and solar powered home. The unique local homes also incorporate other innovative technologies as well including radiant floor heating, solar and wood fired domestic hot water systems, solar electricity, unique water catchment, and waste-treatment systems. The tour is the perfect opportunity to step right inside some natural buildings, see what they are like and get honest feedback from the owners about all aspects of their homes. The self-guided annual tour, which helps spread the word about the environmental im-
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Natural building may be the housing equivalent to the increasingly popular 100-mile diet – living in energy efficient homes and additions that are crafted from minimally processed, renewable and local materials. People choose natural homes for reasons ranging from energy efficiency to the healthiness of the materials, to a desire for architecturally interesting and unique homes and additions. There is an appeal for every interest and the demand continues to grow. For the location of the buildings on this self-guided tour, see the map on Ontario Natural Building Coalition website at CHERYL KEETCH/SUBMITTED www.naturalbuildingcoalition.ca or call 613- This home is one of several using green energy that will be open for inspection Oct. 2. 633-3557 prior to Oct. 2).The fee for the tour is by donation.
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Renfrew County Big Brothers/Big Sisters info session Sept. 27 Tiffany Lepack
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A big brother or big sister can change your life. They don’t always need to be a family member, it could be someone in the community who steps up to the plate by volunteering a few hours each week. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Renfrew County is hosting a Meet the Mentor Info Session at the Renfrew Public Library on Sept. 27 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. where people can have a chance to learn about their mentoring programs and what it takes to become a volunteer. The Renfrew County program, which opened in May 2015, has 15 kids on the waiting list. Currently, they have six matched up. “The community has really embraced us,” said Susan Ingram, executive director. “It’s been a really positive experience.” Right now they have a community challenge to recruit 30 mentors between August and the end of December asking: “Are you one in 30?” “We are challenging the community to be that one in 30 that we need,” said Ingram. “Can you see yourself as a mentor, do you have two to four hours a week to spend to be a kid again? We have lots of different opportunities and we are encouraging people to check it out.” Ingram says evidence shows that having a mentor builds self esteem, improves social behaviour and those involved are less likely to exhibit risky behaviour, “Long term we see the completion of secondary school and as adults they will give back
to the community,” said Ingram. “It’s not a short term investment. You are only investing a couple times a week. That time invests in the child for a lifetime and they become productive members of the community. It’s about building community and supporting our kids because they are the future.” At the meeting on Sept. 27 they will give an overview of the agency and share stories of other mentors in the program. “People don’t understand what we do, they overthink it,” explained Ingram. “They need to be adults who can show up every week and make (their match) feel important. It’s no different than coffee with your buddy and they are really fun to hang out with.” They have two different programs: in-school mentoring and big brother/big sister mentoring. The in-school program runs over the school year and the visits are for 1.5 hours a week. “If we had mentors we could match 30-40 kids,” said Ingram. The traditional program has a time commitment of one year because based on research it takes that long to establish a bond. Per week commitment is for two to four hours a week and it can be during the week or on weekends. Ingram says there is little to no cost to become a mentor as they do not ask volunteers to spend money on the activities. She suggests going to the library or a park or teaching them how to cook. SUBMITTED “It’s based on likes, so we try to place volGrady Scheel of Arnprior enjoys fishing with his ‘little brother,’ he is a mentor with the unteers with common likes,” said Ingram. “We
Big Brothers Big Sisters if Renfrew County who are holding a Meet the Mentor Info Session on Sept. 27 at the Renfrew Library at 6 p.m. want to focus on a common interest and that helps the relationship start out on the right foot.” Grady Scheel from Arnprior has been matched up for four months with a 15 year-old boy. “I’m an outdoors guy and they take into account what your interests are,” said Scheel. “He’s been very compatible.” The pair enjoy going fishing, working on mechanical projects, four-wheeling and more. “We like getting outside and spending time together,” said Scheel. As to why he wanted to volunteer, he found out two other friends had also volunteered as
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big brothers. “I figured it was something good to do,” said Scheel. “I’m the youngest of three so I always had someone to look out for me and I wanted to return the favour.” Volunteering has had a big impact on his life. “It takes priority and this gives me a good reason to get out,” said Scheel. “The fact that I get to hang out with him is a bonus. To have someone to share the outdoors with is awesome.” For more information on the Meet the Mentor information session on Sept. 27 at the Renfrew library (13 Railway Ave.) contact erint@ bbbso.ca or call 613-794-4776.
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After a delay implementing a campaign promise, the Ontario government is finally offering the shingles vaccine free to seniors from 65 to 70 years of age. The vaccines were made available to eligible seniors beginning Sept. 15. Previously the vaccines cost about $170. The 850,000 or so seniors who are eligible for the shingles vaccine should contact their primary care doctor or nurse practitioner to receive the vaccination. Any Ontarian who was born in 1945 can receive the vaccine up to Dec. 31 to ensure that those close to the upper age eligibility cut-off have sufficient time to get vaccinated. The government says it is the first jurisdiction in Canada to provide the free vaccines in the program, which is estimated to cost $68 million. Having the vaccines will reduce the likelihood the recipient developing the painful infection, and reduce visits to emergency rooms and
hospitals, says the government. Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, affects more than 42,000 people every year in Ontario and can cause complications such as loss of vision and debilitating nerve pain. Caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox, shingles creates painful skin rashes with blisters, usually on one side of the body, often in a strip. As well, this new program aligns with scientific and expert recommendations from Canada’s National Advisory Committee on Immunization and Ontario’s Provincial Infectious Diseases Advisory Committee on Immunization. While the debate over the effectiveness and safety of vaccines generally continues to rage, the government points out that studies show that the shingles vaccine is highly effective when seniors are vaccinated between the ages of 65 and 70 and is recognized as the best protection from the disease.
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Remembering Terry Fox at 36th annual run
The Renfrew Terry Fox Run was held at Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre on Sept. 18 and the event raised $12,049 for the foundation, with more to come from the school events and corporate matching. “Without you this run would not be possible,” organizer Tanya Campbell said of the 60 or more participants heading for the Millennium Trail. Manning the kids’ table during the annual Terry Fox Run are, from left, Jenna Ainsaar, Paige Valliquette, Sarah Campbell, and Connor Pilgrim. Cancer survivor Michelle Pougnet, top right, accepts flowers with her daughter Haley. Organizers thanked volunteers, businesses and groups for pitching in. Pougnet especially appreciated those at the hospital for treating her chemotherapy near home. “It shows how much the community of Renfrew comes together,” Pougnet said. “Everyone is very, very kind.”
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It was a tough week for the Wolves. The Renfrew Timberwolves lost three games in Central Canada Hockey League Tier 2 action last week. Assistant coach Jesse Riopelle admitted it was a tough week. “I would say we are having trouble playing a full 60 minutes,” said Riopelle. ARNPRIOR 7, RENFREW 2
The Wolves lost their home opener to the Arnprior Packers 7-2 on Tuesday, Sept. 13. At the end of the second period the Packers were up 3-2 after two goals by Andrew McIntyre and Kurtis Keohane. “Then the wheels came off,” said Riopelle. Near the end of the second Mathew Labrosse scored on the power play for the Packers. “They scored on the power play at the end of the second and we came out flat in the third,” said Riopelle. “The momentum didn’t change, they made it 4-2 and it didn’t stop.” The Packers had four unanswered goals in the final frame. “Credit to their goalie who made a
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Renfrew Timberwolf Jordan Radford carries the puck up the ice as Arnprior Packers Jacob Steege and Bailey Hein close in. The Wolves fell to the Packers 7-2 in the home opener on Tuesday, Sept. 13. lot of saves,” said Riopelle. The Packers had 43 shots on net compared to 34 by the Timberwolves. Ethan Lapenskie had the loss in net with 36 saves. OTTAWA WEST 9, RENFREW 4
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five unanswered goals in the second period before Chaplin could add one more in the third. Lapenskie started in net for the Wolves but was pulled for Bibeau after 35 minutes. Riopelle says the turning point of the games was when they did not score on a five-on-three power play. The team was 0-11 with the extra attackers. Between the two teams there were 74 minutes of penalties, including two fights. “Emotions were running high in the second period,” said Riopelle. As to what the week holds for the team, Riopelle said: “The kids will be coming to work at practice.” The Timberwolves have three games this week. On Sept. 23 they travel to face the Perth Blue Wings. They are back home on home ice on Sept. 24 at 5 p.m. when they host the Metcalfe Jets and on Wednesday they travel to play the Brockville Tikis.
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What is the Global Adjustment? The Global Adjustment (GA), which is set monthly and included within your time of use charge, covers additional payments made to electricity generators to compensate for the differences between the hourly market price of electricity (HOEP) and the electricity generators’ regulated or contract prices, and conservation and demand management suppliers.
Electricity charges represent the largest part of the hydro bill — 53%. These charges are based on your smart meter readings and time of use (TOU)— when you use electricity: • on-peak from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. • mid-peak from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and • off-peak from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., weekends and holidays TOU charges are set by the Ontario Energy Board in May and November. Prices are based on 12-month estimates of the cost to supply electricity to homes and small businesses and are intended to recover payments made to electricity generators—nuclear, hydro, gas-fired and renewable (solar, wind and biofuel). Here’s what’s included in the time of use (TOU) charges: • market prices paid for electricity and • the Global Adjustment (see sidebar) How are market prices set? The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) operates the wholesale electricity market where the cost of energy is determined, sets an hourly price— known as the Hourly Ontario Energy Price (HOEP) • RHI buys its power from the wholesale market and is charged the HOEP which it recovers from consumers. There is no mark-up. The IESO settles $14 billion in electricity charges annually. • The HOEP is based on supply and demand. When the demand for power is high, the spot price is high; Low demand creates lower prices.
To ensure stability, some electricity generators get contracts to supply power at a fixed price. Power is bought and sold on a market where prices vary by the hour, so, the market price can be lower than the contract price. The GA makes up for that gap. Most generators have contracts with the IESO or the Ontario Electricity Financial Corporation (OEFC). Payments are also made to Ontario Power Generation (OPG). OPG’s generating stations (nuclear and hydro) run at or near capacity at all times to meet basic demand. When OPG is at capacity, higher cost contracted generators are brought on stream. The Ontario Energy Board does not set the amounts that the IESO and OEFC pay to contracted generators, but it does set the amounts that are paid to OPG. Generally speaking, when the HOEP is lower, then the GA is higher.
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Andrea Martin fights for position under the rim during action at Renfrew Collegiate Institute’s fourth annual Early Bird Challenge basketball tournament on Sept. 17 and below, Georgia Clemmer passes the ball in a hard fought game against Arnprior.
What is the Ontario Energy Board’s relationship with IESO? The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) regulates and monitors the electricity and natural gas sectors in Ontario; sets rates, develops policies, and helps consumers make informed decisions. The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) which operates Ontario’s electricity market is licensed by the OEB. IESO covers its costs to operate the system and ensure power is available 24 hours a day through the Wholesale Market Charge. Every five minutes, the IESO forecasts the demand for electricity and ensures sufficient supply to meet that demand. It does this through the wholesale market where the price of electricity is set. The IESO also works with local distribution companies to help reduce consumers’ energy consumption and encourage them to change when they use energy, through SaveOnEnergy programs. It’s part of Conservation First—a directive from the Minister of Energy that emphasizes conservation before spending money on new electricity systems, where possible. RHI has been assigned a target of 4.17 GWh, part of the overall plan to reduce electricity consumption in Ontario by 7 terawatt-hours (TWh) or seven billion kilowatt-hours (kWh) between 2015-2020. RHI, thanks to its residential and small business customers achieved 96% of its previous targeted savings or 4,700,000 kilowatt hours of electricity, equivalent to not having to supply 522 homes annually. Large business and industrial saved 1,100,000 Kilowatts. Visit renfrewhydro.com for details about low cost or no cost ways to save energy and the SaveOnEnergy program.
What are the other electricity charges on my bill? Delivery charges to connect to Hydro One Networks’ (HONI) transmission lines 11% HONI Delivery charge—consists of a variable charge, set by the Ontario Energy Board and linked to how much electricity you use. The charge covers the costs for Hydro One Networks Inc. to construct, operate and maintain a high voltage transmission system across 96% of Ontario. There is also a fixed charge set by the OEB. Delivery charges to connect Renfrew Hydro’s local distribution system to your door 20% RHI Delivery charge—consists of a variable charge, set by the Ontario Energy Board and linked to your electricity usage—covers RHI’s cost to construct, operate, and maintain lower-voltage power lines, poles and transformers to deliver power to your door. It also includes a fixed charge which is the same for all distribution companies and set by the OEB, to cover the costs of electronic meter reading; billing, customer service and account maintenance; and general operations. Regulatory charges 3% The Wholesale Market Service Charge covers the cost of services provided by the IESO to manage the high voltage power system and operate the wholesale electricity market, and the administration costs to plan for generation, demand management and transmission in Ontario. It also covers purchasing reserve electricity, covering costs incurred by local utilities to connect renewable generation, and bridging costs of electricity lost over transmission lines. Debt Retirement charges 0% Renfrew’s residential customers no longer pay this charge set by the Ontario Government to pay down the debt of the former Ontario Hydro. The charge (.61 per Kwh) remains on all other electricity users' bills until April 1, 2018. HST 13% Harmonized sales tax is paid to the Canadian and Ontario governments.
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RCI opens season with win over rival Arnprior Staff
Senior girls basketball tipped off their regular season on Saturday, Sept. 17 at Renfrew Collegiate Institute (RCI) fourth annual Early Bird Challenge basketball tournament. The RCI girls lost their first two games to G.L. Roberts and Perth but were getting better with every passing minute. In their third and final game of the day, the Raiders were matched up with their nemesis the Arnprior and District High School Redmen. Coach Adam Noack called their first day of the season an emotional affair. But in the end RCI came out victorious win-
ning 52 to 33 against Arnprior. The teams co-captains lead the scoring as Courtney Roach had a career-high 21 points, nine rebounds and two assists and Andrea Martin had 10 points and four rebounds. Sydney Smart had a great overall game with 10 points, five assists and four rebounds. Eli Scott also had a great game on both ends and grabbed eight rebounds. The girls have an important week of practice before travelling to Peterborough on Friday night for a tournament. The regular season starts on Tuesday, Sept. 27 as they host Opeongo High School.
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New curlers welcomed to Renfrew Curling Club during open house Andy Sklepowicz Behind the Glass
The registration process is now in full swing after a successful open house on Friday, Sept. 16 and continuing online registration. If you wish, you can also contact the office at 613-432-5001 or phone me at 613-432-6725 to join curling this year. ANDY’S FIRST TIME CURLING
My, and most of my compatriots’, first experience in curling went something like this: Andy: “Uh….….I’ve never curled before; what am I supposed to do?” My Skip: looking more disgusted now than when he had looked at the team lists earlier, said “It’s easy, just slide out of the hack and throw the rock towards the house.” Andy: looking uncomfortably at the massive rock he was pointing at, “Do I a throw it overhand or under? Whose house? What’s the hack?” Skip: looking at my impressive physique after a full summer’s day of training, “ I think you’d better just slide and aim at me.” Andy picks up the rock gingerly and steps toward the pointed out hack on the new Teflon “thingie” that the bubbly lady gave him when he had signed up. The next moment is frozen in the memory of all present as Andy proceeds to do a triple lutz,
into a back summersault with a double twist completing the move with a perfect landing on his head. Meanwhile, his rock is bouncing down sheet 1 one then onto two taking out a bench and the poor little old lady sitting on it, and then proceeding to upend two guys with brooms before bouncing off the ice edge, through the wall and a windshield of a black and white containing two uniformed, and now very unhappy, officers of the law. A bit of a tall tale? Maybe. But not far off for many of us; those of us that survived that first day and grew to love the game. The present day experience is much different for new and nearly new curlers.
GROW THE GAME
As with all of the Senators’ Grow the Game initiatives, the aim of Little Sens Learn to Play is to overcome both the real and perceived barriers to entry to the game of hockey and provide the opportunity for children from four-toeight years old with an affordable, fun and safe way to try hockey, develop new skills and meet new friends. In Ottawa, the goal is offer this program to as many as 800 children this year. SENS HOST
Hosted by the Senators along with the support locally of the Ottawa Senators Foundation, Hockey Eastern Ontario and Hockey Outaouais, Little Sens Learn to Play will offer fall and/or winter sessions across the national capital region at various ice rinks, including the
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A simple measure that can be used as a comparison with other utilities is the utility's total cost per customer. Total cost is a sum of all the costs incurred by the utility to provide service to its customers. The amount is then divided by the utility's total number of customers. (Ontario Energy Board)
Delivering power to your door for $1.60 a day Renfrew Hydro delivers power to your door at a yearly cost to you of $584 or $1.60 per day.* That compares favourably with other local distribution systems in Ontario according to the Ontario Energy Board’s 2015 cost per customer calculations. Renfrew ranks in the top third of the OEB ratings. In fact, Renfrew customers pay less than Hydro One Networks’ customers for delivery charges.
RHI is a small organization that puts its customers first. Its focus is on safety, reliability and service at the least cost. RHI: • develops maintenance and capital plans • designs and builds • operates 24/7 • restores power outages • smart meter reading • bills on behalf of electricity generators, Hydro One transmission, regulators, and HST—representing 80% of your hydro bill. RHI keeps approximately 20% • collects payments • helps low income customers manage their hydro bills • Promotes conservation
*Based on a residential customer using 750kWh
ROOKIES ROCK
The Renfrew curling club offers a six -week plus program on Tuesday evenings that teaches newbies all the aspects of safe and fun curling in a friendly and supportive atmosphere, by experienced instructors. This learn to curl program, Rookies Rock, is available to all including potential stick curlers and there is no future commitment unless the curler wants to. All this for a cost of $60 with all equipment provided. Register online or by phoning the numbers above.
Ottawa Senators launch ‘Little Sens Learn to Play’ hockey program The Ottawa Senators in partnership with the National Hockey League and the National Hockey League Players’ Association, announced Sept.9 the Little Sens Learn to Play program, a new initiative whose goal is to increase participation in ice hockey and create the next generation of hockey fans. This program will be part of the Senators existing Grow the Game efforts in the OttawaGatineau region.
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Bell Sensplex and Richcraft Sensplex in Ottawa along with participating minor hockey associations In the region. Additional centres and hockey associations will be added to the program in time for the 2016-17 fall or winter seasons. LITTLE SENS
Each Little Sens Learn to Play registrant will receive head-to-toe Little Sens branded equipment (including a helmet, skates, stick, back and much more) and 10 weeks of on-ice instruction for $169 or less. For more information or to register, please visit www.ottawasenators. com/littlesens. In support of the program, members of the Senators alumni, including Chris Phillips, Shaun Van Allen and Todd White will actively participate in the Little Sens Learn to Play program as instructors throughout the year. FALL SESSION
The Little Sens Learn to Play fall session kicks off at the Bell Sensplex on Sept. 24, while the first session at the Richcraft Sensplex begins on Oct. 1. This program will take place in addition to the existing I Love to Skate, I Love to Play Hockey, Equipment for Kids and Sens Rinks initiatives that are currently in place to help grow the game locally.
Source: http://www.ontarioenergyboard.ca/OEB/Consumers/Electricity/Your+Electricity+Utility
Why is my hydro bill continuing to increase? Major investments in Ontario’s electricity system are needed to modernize generation, transmission and distribution services—in fact by 2025, most of the aging electricity system is expected to be replaced. Over a decade ago, the Ontario Government decided to phase out coal-fired generation plants, which produced about 25% of Ontario’s power, for health and environmental reasons. The elimination of coal-fired generation, completed in 2014, is said to be the single largest greenhouse gas emission reduction initiative in North America, and significantly reduced air pollution. At the same time, Ontario launched a program of investments in renewable “green” power such as wind, solar, and biofuel. Costs have increased for many reasons: • replacing aging parts of the generation, transmission, and distribution systems •
creating an environmentallysustainable system by investing in currently, more expensive renewable power supplies, and connecting them to the grid
Managing your hydro bill You can be comfortable, conserve energy, and save money by participating in SaveOnEnergy coupon and rebate programs Monitor your electricity usage by registering your account on Renfrew Hydro’s CustomerIConnect system at www.renfrewhydro.com. Meter readings are loaded daily. While you are on renfrewhydro.com, check out the SaveOnEnergy coupons and rebate programs for homes and businesses. •
Look for the Energy Star label when you are buying products and furnishings.
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Switch your light bulbs to LEDs—they use up to 75% less energy, and last up to 30 times longer.
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Ceiling fans can reduce the costs of cooling your home in the summer. In the cold months, run the fan in a clockwise direction and push the warm air away from the ceiling to the floor.
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Install permanent weather stripping around your windows and doors. Keep the cold out in the winter and the heat out during the summer.
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The perennial champs, top, from Renfrew Pizzaria, shot a 54. Pictured from left are Pat Neville, Kirk Skebo, Eric Logan, Jared Riopelle, Mike Riopelle, and captain Jesse Riopelle. A Winners of the best costumes at the glow ball tournament, are, from left, Lucas Eady Nathan Eady, Natasha Gauthier and Kateri Crozier.
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League play wraps up at Dragonfly Bill Rainboth
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This past week was the last official week for Men’s League play. On Tuesday the team from Ray’s Flowers would not wilt from the pressure to take A flight. Team Dragonfly Golf Links and Renfrew Victoria Hospital tied for the lowest score of the week, amazing 61s, to take B and C flight respectively. Closest to the pin winner were John Matosh on #5 and Steve Oliver on #7. On Wednesday the Skunk Alley Boys finished their season ‘smellin’ like a rose’ to take A flight. Deslaurier Custom Cabinets found enough birdies in their pantry to win B flight. Closest to the pin winners were Cory Sweeney on #5, and Cal Smith on #7. Ladies Night concluded with their last weekday event last Thursday. Winner of A flight were the Partee Girls, and the Tee Time Girls won the coin flip to take B Flight as they tied with the Lost Balls. Closest to the pin winners were Gail Rousselle on #5 and Tamara Adams on #7. Speaking of someone who plays in Ladies Night...Katrina Crozier has been a longtime supporter of Dragonfly. Last year she took it upon herself to organize a tournament in support of Alzheimer’s. The story gets even better when you learn that this event was played in the dark. This year the charity changed to Sunshine Coach, and the participation of ‘glow-ballers’
grew to 60 golfers. A generous amount of money was generated last Friday, Sept. 16, and the final tally will be revealed when Katrina and her team present a cheque at the upcoming Reach for the Rainbow telethon on Oct. 23. Kudos to Katrina and her committee for a great event! If the all-star staff of Dragonfly Golf Links are the heart (and soul) of the operation, then Dragonfly Men’s League is the blood that pumps through its veins. Twenty-five teams, or 150 golfers, braved less than ideal weather to compete the final event of 2016. A beautiful steak dinner and a $6,000 prize table welcomed players at the conclusion of their round. All players received prizes after dinner, with special mention going to the perennial champs, from Renfrew Pizzeria who shot a 54, and to the net winners from Opeongo Bowldrome who tied with Cobus Homes with a score of 57. (Pictured from left to right are Pat Neville, Kirk Skebo, Eric Logan, Jared Riopelle, Mike Riopelle, and captain Jesse Riopelle (lower)). Thanks to Donny Valdock for the amazing playing conditions and Terri Lynn Smith for the tasty dinner. My largest thanks goes to the 156 players for their support and camaraderie over the entire season. Plans are already underway for an even better 2017 Men’s League! The Ladies closing tournament and dinner is Saturday, Oct. 1.
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The Renfrew Collegiate Institute senior girls basketball teams won five consecutive Eastern Ontario Championships, pictured is the 1931 team before the program was shut down due to the fear the girls were becoming too muscular. This year the senior girls basketball team has applied for a grant with the Canada’s Dairy Farmers who have established the Fuelling Women Champions program and the Champion Fund. SUBMITTED
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Women are champions in sports. All too often their male counterparts overshadow them. From 1929-1933 the Renfrew Collegiate Institute (RCI) senior girls basketball team won five consecutive Eastern Ontario basketball championships under the leadership of coach Lillian Handford. Due to its success, the program earned a lot of attention and the Ministry of Education sent Edna Brower to come and investigate. She shut down the girls basketball program with the fear the girls were becoming too muscular. Brower went on to become the first lady of Canada marrying John Diefenbaker. “It wasn’t that long ago when girls were looked down upon in sport with society conjuring up messages that hurt their bodies,” said Adam Noack, the RCI senior girls basketball coach. “ Today’s young woman is faced with so many pressures and challenges and we know that exercise is our body’s best natural antidepressant. The opportunity for these girls to play (hopefully) lets girls build self-confidence through fitness and being involved in a team. And with this, I hope the girls create lifelong memories along the way.” Canada’s Dairy Farmers have established the Fuelling Women Champions movement and they are committed to helping women succeed and advance in sport, while encouraging a healthy and active lifestyle in which dairy products play a role. The Champions Fund was created to empower the female athletic community to provide a resource that can help change the game for Canada’s young girls and women athletes. The fund will award $5,000 grants to 20 deserving female athletes, teams or orga-
nizations providing the financial support needed to pursue their athletic goals, in November. The RCI senior girls basketball team has applied for a grant and the team encourages people to share their page on social media to build up their profile. A panel of judges will determine who will win it. This year’s co-captains are Andrea Martin and Courtney Roach. They say women’s sports are still looked down upon in today’s society. “When I won the MVP award a guy came up to me and said any guy could play better than me,” said Martin. “When we won the county championship a couple of years ago, people didn’t take us seriously. The football team won the Turkey Bowl and it was a bigger deal because they beat Arnprior.” Noack spearhead the grant application process. “Every year is a fight to maintain financial feasibility with school sport so it was a natural fit,” said Noack. “For the Dairy Farmers of Canada to support women in support is inspiring and progressive.” Roach and Martin both agree being active plays a large role in their lives. “Sport for me is really important,” said Roach. “You get girls together and it really helps with our self esteem.” Martin says it is important for young girls to have role models, such as Olympian Melissa Bishop. “Girls always have the stereotype that they can’t excel but look at Melissa Bishop,” said Roach. “Having a good strong group of female athletes it brings out who you really are. It is encouraging and you feel more confident. When we won the championship we felt like we could take on the world.” If the team is successful with the grant application they would use it to pay for uniforms, travel to their two annual overnight tournaments and training aids.
“Even with jerseys and busing it adds up,” said Martin. The team recently got new uniforms but according to provincial regulations they are required to have a white and dark set. “When we qualified for the provincial championships in 2010, we were one of only two schools without a second set,” said Noack. “And although this will be our only third with these uniforms, we play 25 plus games a year and the girls pour their blood, sweat, and tears for the Raider blue so uniform lifespans are limited.” The training aids they hope to purchase are specifically designed to help prevent ACL injuries, which are prevalent in female athletes. They hope to buy foam rollers and medicine balls. “Women in general have weaker knees and ankles,” said Roach. “Both of us have been injured and coach Noack bought foam rollers for us,” added Martin. According to Noack, female athletes have an alarmingly high rate of knee injuries in comparison to male athletes. “Knee injury prevention is a priority in the National Coaching Certification Program and some training aids could help us prevent such injuries,” said Noack. “There is also a large concern in terms of flexibility and mobility as many students are in classroom mode and not necessarily moving as much as they should be.” To support the team online visit: https:// www.womenchampions.ca/championsfund/applicants/1541 . Fuelling Women Champions is using the hash tag #championher to develop a program to help women’s sports become more watched, more appreciated and more financially stable. “It’s a pretty powerful hashtag,” said Roach. “Girls can be champions too.”
RenfRew Badminton CluB new Season Begins tuesday, oct. 4th, 2016 RenfRew aRmouRieS 7:00 p.m. (tues. and thurs.) age limit — 14 Years and over
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RENFREW AMATEUR WRESTLING CLUB Registration for invited wrestlers only aged 13 and up do not need to be invited
September 19th and September 26th 5:30-7:00 pm at the RCAF wing 164 Argyle St S Fee $95.00
The Renfrew Amateur Wrestling Club was established to promote, foster, and teach the sport of amateur Olympic-style wrestling and to provide the maximum opportunity for all members to participate. We strive to develop community spirit, and encourage sportsmanship and good fellowship amongst all participants. We develop, organize and control team and individual competition. Photocopy of Birth Certificate and guardian signature required at time of registration if under the age of 18. For more information contact Harry Smith 613-432-2173 email:harrycliffordsmith@gmail.com
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Horton Coffee Club starts new season The Horton Recreation Committee is once again running its popular Horton Coffee Club. It runs every Wednesday at the Horton Community Centre, including Sept. 21 and 28. The weekly
event starts with a refreshing walk either inside or out from 11:30 a.m. to noon. At noon, they break for a nutritious soup lunch for only $ 4. To finish the afternoon off from 1
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2009 Dodge Journey SXT St#:19634
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David Eastwood of Arnprior was on his first tour with the group after joining last fall with his 1939 Buick. He thought the 1969 Slope Runner was an amazing contraption as it would sit level and the wheels and mower are on a slope so it would not tip over.
Tractor tour
TIFFANY LEPACK/METROLAND
The 44th annual Homecoming Tour of the McLauglin Buick Club of Canada recently drove through the Ottawa Valley and stopped at George Nesbitt’s Allis Chalmers Tractor Museum in Horton. Nesbitt, left, guided the group of 28 people who were from the United States to Southern Ontario and in between through his three buildings with more than 300 tractors to see. Bottom right, this was the tenth tour for Lloyd Chamney of Carp who said even though it was in the Ottawa Valley he couldn’t miss the tour.
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Llama, llama, llama day
It was alpaca day at the Carp Market on Saturday, Sept. 10. There were two different farms represented: Cheff Fields from Renfrew and Wilhaven Ridge from Cumberland, the alpaca’s took a walk around the grounds and greeted visitors from their pen. Grady Murray, four-years-old, feeds Vailen a Huacaya alpaca from Cheff Fields.
My library has what? Kelly Thompson
CEO, Renfrew Public Library
Plans, big plans! I know many of you have seen and commented on some of the empty shelving in the library. There is a reason. It is all part of the library’s R&R Project. We are poised to Renovate and Reinvent the main level. This renovation will not involve anything structural, but will have a huge impact on the flow, comfort and appearance of the main level. The first hurdle is that the current shelving needs to be lowered. We have had several quotes and this part of the project alone is going to cost approximately $5,000. Then there will be furniture, staff areas to reconfigure; the list goes on. That is why we are trying some new fundraising ventures that we are hoping will be fun for all of you and help us to move this project along. In September we are hosting our first trivia night. We are excited and are hoping that if it goes well, it will become an annual event for the library! Prizes have been donated by local businesses for which we are extremely grateful. In October, a two-day book and bake sale will give people the chance to buy local baked goods, great reads and even coffee, so stop by on the Oct. 19 and 20, starting at 1 p.m. to check things out. This will be followed by a Paint Nite at Ma-TeWay Oct. 21.
In November, we are hoping to try a couple of Friday evening Coffee Houses with live music. We would love to see lots of people out to these events. But there’s more! Besides our fundraising events, we have also been planning special programs and events. On Oct. 1, we will be hosting a Culture Day to celebrate the many cultures found in Renfrew. It would be a wonderful place to stop before or after taking in Taste of the Valley. We are also launching our new Renfrew Reads program and announcing which wellknown author will be visiting in January, 2017! Oct. 18 at 7 p.m. is another first, as we host a live Skype visit with Alan Bradley, bestselling author of the Flavia de Luce mystery series. In the coming months we will be introducing new outreach programs for seniors (so we will be out and about in the community), and so much more. We have been listening to what you’ve been asking for. Also, please don’t forget about our in-house collections of best-selling books, including large print, as well as magazines, audiobooks, movies, museum passes, Nordic walking sticks, and explorer backpacks (just to name a few!). Our online offerings include downloadable magazines, e-books, e-audiobooks, information on health and wellness, travel and learning new languages! We so look forward to seeing you soon. Thank you for your continued support.
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Champion STEER Purchased by North Gower Grains Exhibited by Tyson Black
3rd Place STEER Purchased by Bromley Farm Supply Exhibited by Ella-Mae Cull
9th Place STEER Purchased by Carp Fair Exhibited by Jack Dwyer
Champion LAMB Purchased by Barclay Dick & Son Farm Supply/ Masterfeeds Exhibited by Johanna Dwyer
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Reserve CHAMPION Purchased by MacKenzie Motors
A very special Thank You to the following buyers for the Steer, Sheep and Hog Sale 4th Place STEER Purchased by Barclay Dick & Son Farm Supply/ Masterfeeds Exhibited by Samantha Cull
10th Place STEER Purchased by Alton Warren Exhibited by Caley Campbell
Reserve CHAMPION Purchased by Goldie Mohr Ltd. Exhibited by Grady Dwyer The Reserve Champion Lamb purchased by Goldie Mohr Ltd. was donated to the Renfrew Food Bank.
5th Place STEER Purchased by McLaughlin Transport Exhibited by McLean Rice
Champion HOG
Exhibited by Grady Dwyer
6th Place STEER Purchased by Raeburn Evans Exhibited by Alana Sluiman
Reserve CHAMPION
7th Place STEER Purchased by Barclay Dick & Son Farm Supply/ Masterfeeds Exhibited by John Enright
3rd Place HOG
8th Place STEER Purchased by Renfrew Concrete Works Exhibited by Rachel Enright
4th Place HOG
Purchased by Carter Shows Midway
Purchased by Renfrew Concrete Works
Purchased by MacGregor Concrete
Purchased by MacKenzie Motors
Exhibited by Hailey Stewart
Exhibited by Katie Stewart
Exhibited by Tyson Black
Exhibited by Damian Leckie
3rd Place LAMB
4th Place LAMB
Purchased by M & R Feeds, Renfrew
Purchased by D.A. Bielaskie & Son Ltd.
Exhibited by Scott Schoenfeldt
Exhibited by Jack Dwyer
5th Place LAMB Purchased by Peter Neill Water Management Systems Exhibited by Sydney Ferguson
6th Place LAMB Purchased by Ron & Marilyn Leclaire Exhibited by Autumn McIntyre
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From the Renfrew County District School Board: trustee update Susan Humphries
Trustee, Renfrew, Horton and Greater Madawaska
Trustees with the Renfrew County District School Board held our first meeting back after a very hot summer break. Where did the summer go?! RENOVATIONS TO VARIOUS SCHOOLS
Both Beachburg Public School and Madawaska Valley District High School have been undergoing some major renovations in preparation for the integration of the students and staff from Westmeath Public School in to Beachburg and Sherwood Public School in to Madawaska Valley District High School (MVDHS). I had an opportunity to visit MVDHS this week and the elementary student wing is bright, colourful and ready to accept our students. Renovation work also included a new administration area along with a number of high school rooms. The work is nearly completed, with the final touches being added over the next few weeks.
The open house was attended by many excited students and parents. Similarly, Beachburg is well on its way to being completed and the new areas have been very well received by staff. Other school renewal projects in our area included roofing at Renfrew Collegiate Institute (RCI) and some expansion at Central Public School to accommodate the growing French immersion program. Many other schools across the county benefitted from the additional funding that was announced in June by the Ministry of Education. MAKERSPACE PROJECT
Rockwood Public School in Pembroke has been selected to participate in an exciting research project funded by the Council of Ontario Directors of Education and the Ministry of Education. Students and staff will investigate the impact of “Makerspace Pedagogies” in the structures and mecha-
nisms strand of the Science and Technology Curriculum. Rockwood will receive $25,000 in funding to create a Makerspace learning environment in the school. I am looking forward to seeing where this leads. Sounds very 21st century.
I am confident that both will be strong voices and links to the students across the county. We look forward to working with them and enjoying their new ideas and enthusiasm. GIRLS IN TRADES PROGRAM:
We had a presentation about the NEW ASSISTANT ‘Girls in Trades’ program that ran SUPERINTENDENT AND STUDENT again for two weeks this summer in TRUSTEE
On the heels of the province asking school boards to put further focus on math, we have a new assistant superintendent, Jodie Barrett, who will doing just that. Along with her responsibilities for early learning and the Madawaska and Deep River family of schools, she will lead the mathematics K-12 portfolio. We welcome her to the senior management team. We also welcomed our newest student trustee Nic Edge to our board meeting. Nic is a student at Arnprior District High School and an enthusiastic addition to the board and will add to the voice of our seasoned student trustee Connor Webster.
Pembroke. We were fortunate to have it at RCI last year. Once again a most successful project with Grade 7 and 8 girls trying their hands at various trades including plumbing, electricity, welding, mechanics, culinary arts and construction. The program is a great opportunity for our young women to learn about the well paid and fulfilling world of skilled trades.
Grandchildren Ethan, Aiden, Riley & Caleb Kean, Alexis Granger Parents Carolyn & Robert Kean,Tracy McLeod & Dale Granger Grandparents Sue & Doug McLeod, Bonnie Granger & the late Larry Granger, the late Bob & Terry Kean
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Catholic board educators learn new math strategies Educators from across the Renfrew County Catholic District School Board (RCCDSB) gathered in Pembroke on Aug. 29 to continue learning about effective math instruction. Province-wide exam results have indicated some Ontario students are continuing to struggle with mathematics. Demonstrating their commitment to help students gain math knowledge and skills, more than 50 Renfrew County educational assistants, early childhood
educators, principals, and special education and classroom teachers chose to attend the day led by K-12 curriculum co-ordinators Lynn Denault and Tracy Joyce. Participants experienced and practiced various number routines and strategies focused on number sense in preparation for the 2016–17 school year. The new strategies are being put to use in classrooms to help students further develop their math skills, and
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prepare them for the future. “Our goal for the session was to give teachers specific ways to develop students’ number sense - to see patterns in and relationships between numbers to make it easier to understand and be fluent with number facts,” explained Denault. “Another of our goals for this day was to continue to develop and build on the consistency of strategies across the RCCDSB from Kindergarten to Grade 8,” added Joyce.
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Cailin Teresa Robertson Cailin Teresa Robertson, daughter of Lance and Catherine Robertson (Renfrew) received a master of science degree (pathologist’s assistant) from Indiana University School of Medicine (Indianapolis) on May 7th, 2016. Cailin has accepted a position as a pathologist’s assistant with the Nova Scotia Health Authority (Halifax). We are very proud of you and your accomplishments. All our love: Mom, Dad, Gillian and Heather Anne.
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THANK YOU Thank you from the bottom of my heart to all of you who have continued to be loyal to me in my business operations for almost three decades. I decided to retire and already it feels like it was the right decision. I have had a remarkable working career with such great memories and yes, I will miss each and every one of you! Your cards, gifts, flowers, gift cards and best wishes are so appreciated. Thanks and God bless you. With great fondness, Mary Etmanski
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THANK YOU The family of the late Agnes Narezny would like to thank Dr. Pinard, Dr. Blaine, The EMT and the staff at Renfrew Victoria hospital for their attentive care, during and following Agnes’s passing. We would like to especially thank Goulet Funeral Home for their compassion and guidance during this difficult time. A special thank you to Father Brennan, Julie Baillie, and the choir at St. Francis Xavier Church. Thank you to the CWL for putting on an excellent luncheon. Thank you to pallbearers, readers, gift bearers, and all who participated in the mass. We would also like to thank family and friends for extending such kindness in the form of donations, flowers, food, love and support. Gratefully, The Family of Agnes Narezny
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The family of the late Edythe Riley would like to express a heart filled thank you to family, Friends & neighbours for the cards, flowers, visits, food and kindness. Special thank you to Jeff and Carol and Burnett’s that go above and beyond being great neighbours. Aunt Dorothy Thomlison & Mitchell, Dr’s and nurses of the Arnprior & Civic Hospitals. Eldon, Lisa, Derek at Boyces. Sincerely Graham, Bren & Deanna
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The family of Daphne Cox wish to express our heartfelt thanks to all our relatives, friends and neighbours for their acts of kindness, messages of sympathy, floral arrangements and memorial donations. All was very much appreciated. Thanks to McPhail and Perkins Funeral Home, Sam Harper and Ray Flowers. Special thanks to Pastor Bill Griffiths for his service and kind words, to Hank Schaly for singing to mom her last songs and to Isabel Christian for playing the organ. Thanks to Evelyn and Mary Ellen for organizing the excellent lunch after the service and to everyone who helped and donated food. To her pallbearers, Granny would have been proud to know that her granddaughters, great grandchildren and grandson in-laws carried her to her resting place. Thanks to the Bonnechere Manor and the Renfrew Victoria Hospital for their exceptional care and to Dr. Buxton and Dr. DiPaolo. Mom will be missed dearly, but she will live in our hearts forever! Marilyn, Debby, Harry and families
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McLEAN Sept. 20 was always a special day to the McLean family but this year it marks 2 months since we said goodbye to Ron at the Lombard Glen Golf & Country Club. The overwhelming friendship, love and support was truly amazing, from the owners and staff at the L.G.G.&C.C. who went above and beyond in providing a wonderful day, to the 200+ people who turned out to share a story, a Pepsi or one of Ron’s jokes (apparently some people actually found his jokes funny!) the love surrounded us. There are not enough thank yous or hugs to show how much your support has meant to us. From T.J. who continues to be my rock and shoulder to cry on, to our family, to friends and to friends who are like family, and to the shopkeeper who took time today to tell me “Your husband was such a kind man”... TO ALL OF YOU... your donations, support, visits, hugs and expressions of sympathy, confirmed the kind, generous man we knew as our husband, father and grampa. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, we are humbled to accept your support, love and sympathy. Toby, George, Kingsley, Fred and Gib, no doubt Ron is playing a perfect game of golf where he is but I know he will be watching and whispering advice to you to improve your game... play nice! With thanks, Anne, T.J. and grampa’s girls, Raya and Nina P.S. Happy 41st Anniversary Honey Love you still, always will And Happy, Happy 40th Birthday T.J. ~XO~
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Raymond Miles Aug. 9, 1929 - Sept. 11, 2016.
La FORGE Ileen Elizabeth (nee Cameron)
Passed away peacefully at Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Saturday, September 3, 2016 in her 85th year. Beloved wife of Buck for 64 years. Loving mother of Karen, the late Ross (Glenna) and the late Brian. Predeceased by her brothers Harold, Leonard and Edward. Dear aunt of Gordon and Beverly Cameron. Ileen will be remembered by her relatives and friends. Visiting at McPhail & Perkins Funeral Home, 85 Munroe Ave. E., Renfrew on Monday, September 5, 2016 from 2 - 4 p.m. and 7 - 9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday at 1 p.m. Interment to follow at Horton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society of Canada, The Heart & Stroke Foundation or Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family. Condolences or donations may be made at www.mcphailandperkins.ca
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Raymond Miles Rowat passed away on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016 at Verdun Hospital in Montreal following a brief illness and a lengthy struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was 87. A lifelong resident of Shawville, Que., where he worked as a notary for 40 years, Raymond was predeceased by his wife, Carol, in 2014. He was the youngest son of Harland and Bessie Rowat; his brothers Cameron and Frederick (“Bud”) died in 1981 and 1997, respectively. His daughter-in-law Colleen Ritz predeceased him in 1995. Raymond is survived by six children: Douglas (Pamela), Nancy (Ernest), David (Mary Lise), Robert (Darly), Alison (Rusty) and Andrew (Kara.) He was grandfather to Alexandra, Elysabeth, Margaret, William, Mary, Miles, Julia, Simon, Caroline, Cameron and Olivia. A graduate of McGill University (BA ‘51, BCL ‘54), where he had a room at the Montreal Diocesan Theological College, Raymond was a firm believer in higher education. He could — and often did — conjugate Latin verbs in five tenses for anyone who would listen. Before family responsibilities took over, he liked spending time at the Lake Dumont Fish and Game Club where he was a life member. He enjoyed walking the back roads and trails of Bristol Township and called himself a “three-season swimmer,” an exploit he endeavoured to accomplish annually at Long Lake. When snow fell, he donned cross-country skis and recruited all six of his children to join him, no small undertaking. They would be rewarded with his homemade French fries when they got home. Later in life, he and his wife replaced their skis with snow shoes and groomed their own trails. Raymond enjoyed the mental challenge of playing bridge and liked to unwind with a round of golf at the Oaks of Cobden, proudly walking all 18 holes. He inherited a love of music from his parents, both accomplished pianists. Over the years he became obsessed with certain composers — Beethoven, Liszt and Chopin were his most serious afflictions — and their music was essential to him as the isolation of Alzheimer’s set in. Raymond also played flute in the Shawville band where he cultivated some of his best friendships. Cutting trees for firewood was also a serious hobby as anyone who spent time in his over-heated “Barbados room” can attest. Another field of interest was World War II history, especially the Holocaust, whose atrocities troubled him greatly. He and his wife were devoted members and supporters of Shawville United Church. Raymond spent the early years of his retirement caring for his ailing fatherand mother-in-law, setting an example for his own children who would eventually be called upon to care for him. Even diminished by Alzheimer’s disease, he never declined an invitation to go for a walk or a drive and was happiest taking in the view of the Ottawa Valley from his home on Maple Street. His family thanks the staff of Vista Residence in Montreal for their outstanding care. A service of remembrance will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at 12 p.m. in Shawville United Church. Donations in his memory to the Alzheimer Society of Canada would be appreciated. www.hayesfuneralhome.ca
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GERALDINE ELIZABETH (DEYELL) January 18, 1933 – September 18, 2016 McNevin, Geraldine Elizabeth (Deyell) at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute on Sunday September 18, 2016 at the age of 83. Geraldine has been the beloved wife of Duncan McNevin for 65 years. She is predeceased by their son Elwin “Woody” in 2010. Survived by her daughter-in-law Bonnie McNevin (Munhall) and her daughter Beth (Jim Lepack). Cherished grandmother of Morgan (Krisondra) McNevin, and their children Truex and Beckett; Miranda (Andrew Niefer) and their daughter Anna; Matthew (Ashley) McNevin and their children Cassidy and Ryder; Jason (Tiffany) Lepack and their children John and Lucy; Leigh-Ann (Thomas O’Connor) and their children Elizabeth, Naomi and Jacob. Geraldine will be dearly missed by her sister Eileen (late Frank Proudfoot). Visitation will be held at the Anderson Funeral Home, 22 Raglan Street South Renfrew, on Wednesday from 2-4 & 7-9pm. Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, September 22, 2016 at the Renfrew Presbyterian Church at 11am. Interment Rosebank Cemetery. Those desiring may make donations to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute or the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation in memory of Geraldine, online at www.zohrfuneralhome.com
LEVI - In loving memory of a dear Father and In loving memory of Grandfather, John Peter Isaiah, Elizabeth, Larry Levi, who passed away M., Marie and Mickey. September 24, 1999. Those we love don’t go Our hearts are full of away, beautiful memories. They walk beside us every day, Missing you so very Unseen, unheard, but much, always near, Still loved, still missed Love your family and very dear. xoxoxo Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by the family.
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In Loving Memory of Raymond Ryan In memory of a husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather & uncle. Raymond Ryan who passed away on September 26, 1990. The moment that you passed away our hearts split in two. The one side filled with memories; the other died with you. We often lay awake at night when the world is fast asleep and take a walk down memory lane with tears upon our cheeks. Remembering you is easy, we do it every day, but missing you is a heartache that never goes away. Love and remembered Rita & Family
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KASABOSKI, Catherine Cecelia
Peacefully at Groves Park Lodge, Renfrew, on Friday Sept. 16, 2016, Catherine Gavinski, age 94 years. Wife of the late Norman Kasaboski; dear mother of Ann (Terry) Godin, Stittsville, Andy (Beth) Ignace, Ont., Joan (Basil) Cybulski, Burnstown. Loving grandmother of Laurel (Michael) Neill, Heather Flaherty, Joanne (Kevin Pasko) Kasaboski, Brian Kasaboski, Sean (Catherine) Donegan, Christopher Donegan and great-grandmother of Katie and Madison Neill, Connor and Ryan Flaherty, Elizabeth and Hayley Pasko. Dear sister of Barbara (late Armand) Langlois, Ottawa, Alex Jr. (Margaret) Gavinski, Renfrew. Pre-deceased by Margaret, Thomas and James Gavinski. Visitations at the GOULET FUNERAL HOME, 310 Argyle St. S., Renfrew, Monday: 2-4, 7-9 p.m. and after 9 a.m. Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Church, Tuesday September 20th at 10:30 a.m. Interment Parish Cemetery. In memory of Catherine, donations to Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation or Groves Park Lodge Auxillary would be appreciated. Online condolences/donations: www.gouletfuneralhome.com
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HUNT Thomas Donald (Don)
October 7, 1927 – August 26, 2016 A kind and generous man left this world, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on August 26, 2016, in Brampton, Ontario. Pre-deceased: by first wife Inez Angela Kelly (1989), and second wife Fatima Shaban (2008). Pre-deceased: by brothers Lawrence and Bruce; infant daughter Cheryl Ann, and infant son David Steven. Loving father of: Kean (Cathy), Kelly (Marlene), Terry (Karen), Dan (Sandy), Don (Shirley), Maryanne (Terry) Lawson, Deborah (John) Landriault, and Mendee (Troy Muggah) Hunt. Proud “Grampa Don” of: Terri, JoAnna, Keanan, Tracy, Tina, Ryan, Aimee, Ashley, Chris, Tyler, Christopher, Curtis, Kayla, Katie, Carrie, Amanda, Derek, Jennifer, Stephanie, Angela, Marcus, Matthew, and nineteen great grandchildren. Survived by siblings Richard Hunt (Amy) of London, Ivah Jean Lett (Norman, deceased) of Stittsville, and Peter Hunt (Gail) of Renfrew. As per Don’s request, a private family service was held, in Brampton, ON.
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April 23rd, 1920 – September 22nd, 2015. I thought I saw her face today In the sparkle of the morning sun. And then I heard the angel say, “Her work on earth is done.” I thought I heard her voice today Then laugh her hearty laugh. And then I heard the angel say, “There’s peace little one at last.” I thought I felt her touch today In the breeze that rustled by. And then I heard the angel say, “The spirit never dies.” I thought that she had left me For the stars so far above. And then I heard the angel say, “She left you with her love.” I thought that I would miss her And never find my way. And then I heard the angel say. “She’s with you every day.” A year has gone by since you left us to be With your loving husband James and daughter Hillary. Sadly missed by John and Suzanne Ferguson and your grandchildren Jeffry and Michael, Ellicot and Jennifer MacDonald
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PRAYER TO the Blessed Virgin, never to fail! Oh most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son of God. Immaculate Virgin, assist me in necessity, Oh Star of the Sea. Help me and show me, here you are “my mother”. Oh Holy Mary Mother of God, Queen of heaven and earth. I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to secure me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then you must publish it and it will be granted to you. DJ
PRAYER TO the Blessed Virgin, never to fail! Oh most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son of God. Immaculate Virgin, assist me in necessity, Oh Star of the Sea. Help me and show me, here you are “my mother”. Oh Holy Mary Mother of God, Queen of heaven and earth. I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to secure me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then you must publish it and it will be granted to you. GS
PRAYER TO the Blessed Virgin, never to fail!Oh, most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in necessity, Oh Star of the Sea. Help me and show me, here you are my mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of heaven and earth, I Humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to secure me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. Oh Mary,conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then you must publish it and it will be granted to you. NMB
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Bagpipes and Drums Learn to play bagpipes or drums in a pipe band. The Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums is offering lessons at a minimal cost to anyone interested in learning either of these instruments. The offer is open to males and females between the ages of 8 to 80. Call 613-646-2775 for more information.
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2003 NISSAN Sentra. Very good mechanically, needs some TLC on the body. New radiator, alternator, battery, exhaust system, head gasket and 4 winter rims & wheels. $1000. Call John 613-623-6441.
FOR SALE: almost new electric stove (Frigidaire) TRAILERS / RV’S asking $300 obo. Renfrew. 613-433-3072 2005 Rockwood 26’ travel trailer for sale, good condition, air, separate bedClassifieds room, kitchen slide-out. Call 613-267-4463 after 5 Get Results! weekdays.
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MORTGAGES
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COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT- 134 Raglan Street, Downtown Renfrew. Beside Mona Lisa Day Spa. Great parking, wheel chair access. Approximately 1000 square feet. Everything included. Available imm e d i a t e l y . 613-312-0704
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Lloyd Eady Construction 256 Bruce Street, Renfrew Looking for experienced Roofers, Labourers, Eavestroughers, and Soffit & Facia installers. Paying top notch wages
Please call 613-432-2530
HELP WANTED
Jim’s Auto Care
is looking for 1 year or higher
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECH - Driver License with clean driving record is required
Apply in person by email Jim’s Auto Care 34 Argyle Street S., Renfrew ON Email: jimsautocare@nrtco.net
Pembroke MDF Inc. is a privately owned company, located just outside Pembroke, Ontario. Our facility utilizes high quality wood fiber supplied by local sawmills to manufacture high quality fibreboard and painted base board mouldings. We currently have an opportunity for the right individual to join our dynamic and talented team of employees as:
Health & Safety Advisor
Pacific Safety Products (PSP) is hiring for a Customer Service Representative Reporting to the Manager, Customer Care the Customer Service Representative will act as a liaison between the company and the customer by providing information to customers, PSP Territory Account Managers, ensuring all orders are entered in an efficient and accurate manner, and that all customer order issues are investigated and resolved quickly. The successful candidate will have: •Post secondary education (combination of high school diploma with work experience will be considered) •3-4 years related experience in a customer service industry (office environment preferable •A passion for customer care and service •Good computer skills with the ability to learn new computer systems quickly •Self-starter with an ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment •Experience in contract administration would be an asset This position will work 25-30 hours each week with consideration to become Full Time. For complete a job description and review of necessary qualifications, please visit the “Careers” page of our website www.pacsafety.com. To apply, please e-mail your resume to Human Resources at hr@pacsafety.com or drop off your resume at our facility located at 124 Fourth Avenue in Arnprior. “… we bring everyday heroes home safely™”
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File No: PMDF- 16038 Location: 777 Fibreboard Drive, Pembroke, ON K8A 6W4 CLOSING DATE: 4:30 p.m. 07 October 2016
For additional information regarding this position, please visit our website at www.pembrokemdf.com To apply for this position, please forward a copy of your cover letter and resume to careers@pembrokemdf.com quoting the position title and file number. Pembroke MDF Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the recruiting and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted. 52 The Renfrew Mercury - Thursday, September 22, 2016
6 Industrial Road, Kemptville (613) 258-4570, 800-387-0638
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We offer: Competitive wage and benefit package Excellent, well maintained equipment Dedicated tractors Home every weekend Our primary area of operations is from Eastern Ontario to the GTA and Southwestern Ontario. We require: 2 years AZ experience Clean abstract Professional attitude Please call 800-387-0638 for more information or forward resume to info@tibbstransport.com or fax to 613-258-5391. www.tibbstransport.com
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Doug’s Automotive Solutions is looking to hire a mechanic to support our expanding business. We are a full service shop and work on all vehicles makes and models. The facilities in our shop are up to date, and we have the latest software and equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot the electronic systems of all major manufactures, domestic or import. We are looking for a mechanic that is comfortable working in a team environment. The mechanics at our shop will discuss service matters with each other to help everyone with their jobs. We are looking for a mechanic with an A and/or T license. We offer a very competitive salary package commensurate with the skill level and experience of the mechanic. We take great pride in providing excellent service to our customers, completing correct repairs in a timely manner. If the mechanic shows good time management and customer service skills, the compensation package will be adjusted accordingly. Of course, good quality work means that the mechanic must be reliable and punctual, which is a hallmark of Doug’s Automotive Solutions. This position starts immediately and includes a signing bonus and benefits package. Please send resume to: info@dougsautomotivesolutions.com or fax to: 613-431-8293
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
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Renfrew Victoria Hospital Contract Opportunity ELECTRONIC MEDICAL RECORD SYSTEM ANALYST (Contract Position - approximately 1 year) The Renfrew Victoria Hospital is seeking a System Analyst to assist with the development of an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and implementation of Connecting Ontario – North and Easter Region (NER) at RVH. Reporting to the EMR Project Manager, the System Analyst will provide support to the current elements of the EMR and will work to further develop and implement the EMR. In addition the System Analyst will provide coordination and support for the implementation of Connecting Ontario – North and Eastern Region (NER) at RVH. The job requires: • Solid communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills • Ability to work independently and with a team • Strong knowledge of MS Office and operating systems • Ability to troubleshoot and respond to technical problems • Experience in providing support and training to end users • Skills at solving clinical application issues • Experience in testing new clinical applications • Preparing projects for “go live” • Ability to conduct presentations • Experience working with developers and programmers to design product to specifications • Experience in policy and procedure development Qualifications: • Undergraduate degree or diploma or certification in computer science, programming or equivalent. • Two (2) years of Canadian Hospital Information Systems/ EMR experience, preferred. • Critical thinking and analytical skills. • Experience in training and project management
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Summary: Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing, the Health and Safety Advisor performs a strategic and hands-on role by providing guidance and Health and Safety program support. The successful candidate will administer site specific requirements for the Health & Safety Management Program, in accordance with OHSA and other legislation as applicable. As a member of this team, you will support operations, project work and participate in decision-making as it relates to health and safety. Education/Qualifications: • Post-secondary education in OHS management • Current professional CRSP designation preferred or ability to achieve CRSP • Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in an OHS environment with 1-3 years knowledge of safety system audits and management • 5 years’ work experience preferably in a manufacturing environment i.e. OSB, MDF, pulp & paper plants • WSIB level 1 & 2 certified an asset Skills: • Excellent and proven Incident Investigation skills • Demonstrated leadership and conflict resolution skills • Ability to work in and handle stressful situations • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Excellent interpersonal skills • Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language • Exceptionally self-motivated and directed. Experience and knowledge in WSIB and legislation • Knowledge of risk management principles or other OHS related training • Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills including customer service skills • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment while maintaining attention to detail • Action oriented and results driven • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook • Ability to transfer technical knowledge to others • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment • Good physical condition
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$ MONEY $ CONSOLIDATE Debts Mortgages to 90% No income Bad credit OK!
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Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resumes by October 6th, 2016, to hr@renfrewhosp.com or Julia Boudreau, V.P. Corporate Services, RVH, 499 Raglan Street North, Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 1P6. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. RVH is an equal opportunity employer, committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applicants requiring accommodation can contact Human Resources at (613) 432-4851.
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1-Br Apartment - Center town. Brick ranch-style split level. New 4 large windows. New bathroom fixtures. New flooring throughout. Laundry room. Stove, fridge, water, parking, side yard all included. No pets. $745. monthly. 613-432-7124.
1 BEDROOM BACHELOR/BACHELORETTE APT. RAGLAN ST. RENFREW, CLOSE TO SCHOOLS AND DOWNTOWN, $850+HYDRO (HEAT AND WATER INCL). CALL 613-433-0167 FOR MORE INFO.
2 BEDROOM APT, available immediately, clean, quiet, building at 131 McLachlin St. N. Only suitable for mature person or seniors. No children, no pets, and absolutely no smoking. $750/month plus hydro. 613-622-0042
3 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent, 1st and last required. Available November 1st, propane heat $950/month +utilities. 613-623-5257
2 BEDROOM APT Arnprior, Modern Building, $875 plus utilities, available immediately, Charlotte Leitch, Broker Century 21, Explorer Realty, 613-864-6910
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*** EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY *** DEPUTY CLERK – 6 MONTH CONTRACT The Municipality of Mississippi Mills is accepting applications for a full-time contract Deputy-Clerk position. Reporting to the Clerk, the Deputy Clerk provides support and assistance in the performance of the statutory duties required under the Municipal Act and other related acts. The primary role includes administration in the areas of council/committee support, records management, licensing, and vital statistics. The Deputy Clerk fills the statutory role of the Clerk in her absence, and is the Deputy Returning Officer for municipal elections. For more information about this opportunity visit www.mississippimills.ca. The ideal candidate will have: • University degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Law, Business Administration or a related field, along with 3 years progressive experience in municipal government, preferably in the Clerk’s Department, or a suitable combination of education and municipal. • Designation as a Certified Municipal Officer or AMCT, or a commitment to obtain within a specific time frame. • Knowledge of related legislation such as Municipal Act 2001, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Elections Act, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Ontario Heritage Act, Drainage Act, Planning Act, and Vital Statistics Act; and demonstrated judgment and ability to critically assess options within the context of applicable legislation to guide decisions. • Political astuteness, tactfulness and diplomacy, with a knowledge of municipal government processes and parliamentary procedures. • Computer literacy and proficiency utilizing MS Office software applications and adaptability to program specific software. • Excellent analytical skills showing good judgement, sound problem solving, and conflict resolution abilities. • Demonstrated organizational skills to meet strict and time sensitive deadlines. • Ability to work with personal information and maintain strict confidentiality. • Ability to work outside regular business hours as required. • Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business • Obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check The hourly rate for this position is $25.30 - $31.09 based on a 37.5 hour work week. To explore this challenging opportunity further, we invite qualified applicants to forward their resume in confidence by September 28th at 4:00 p.m. to: Shawna Stone, Clerk 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 Phone: 613-256-2064 ext. 226 Fax: 613-256-4887 Email: sstone@mississippimills.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, and will only be used for candidate selection. The Municipality of Mississippi Mills is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.
ARNPRIOR - 2nd floor large 1 bedroom apartment. Gas heat included. 613-432-4332 ARNPRIOR - AVAILABLE NOW, 1 1/2 storey home on 2nd Ave. 2 bedroom up, 1 bedroom and new bath on main level. Hardwood floors. Central air and gas. $1150/month plus heat, hydro (water included). References. Leave message at 613-623-2393 or text.
Criminal Record? Canadian Record Suspension (Criminal pardon) seals record. American waiver allows legal entry. Why risk employment, business, travel, licensing, deportation, peace of mind? Free c o n s u l t a t i o n : KINBURN 4 BEDROOM 1-800-347-2540 HOUSE with an attached garage near Kinburn, 15 LOST & FOUND minutes North West of Kanata. 4 appliances included, first/last months rent, no FREE TO GIVE AWAY pets, please reply to Free clean clothes for boy or boys 6-10 years. Please 613-839-5326 call John 613-623-6441 LARGE 4 bedroom country home between Renfrew and Arnprior. $1150.00 per month plus utilities. Heat propane and wood stove. Available October 1. Only non-smokers and no pets. Phone 613-432-5764 weekdays
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AVAILABLE FOR RENT, Newly renovated and empty. Bachelor $650, 1 bedroom $850. Arnprior. Call or Text 613-324-5571. Everything included
IF YOU need a load of garage or bush taken away. Give me a call Chris at 613-229-8768
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WHITE CEDARS ON CONSTANT LAKE A Private Seasonal Recreation Community Large (40X50) full service lots, including water, 30/50/100 amp, and direct connection to Septic beds. Sandy beach, private boat launch. Docks for 72 boats. Clean spring feed lake, plenty of room for fishing and fun. A quiet, clean, family orientated summer get away. Seasonal Camping only. Only a few available for 2017. www.whitecedars.ca Any questions and to book a time to come and see us. Please call 613-649-2255 or 613-585-2797. No drop-ins please.
A Load to the dump Cheap! Clean up renovations, clutter, garage sale junk or dead trees brush. 613-899-7269.
HELP WANTED, Experienced waitress needed. Apply with resume to Steve and Denis Restaurant, Arnprior.
Estate yard sale Saturday September 24 at 801 Eighth Street, Renfrew, 8:00 am to 12:00 noon rain or shine.
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Home Based Business Do you have 10hrs/wk you would like to make more productive? Work from home, online Free training www.gofree4life.com
Licensed Renfrew childcare centre available. For children 12 months-12 years old. Part and full-time. For more information, contact Child’s Paradise Day Care at 613-432-2627 www.childsparadise.ca
Medical transcription! Indemand career! Employers have work-athome positions available. Get online training you need from an employer trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/AtHome or 1-844-272-7617 to start training for your work-athome career today! Do You Have 10hrs/wk, to turn into $1500/mth using your PC and phone? Free info: www.BossFree123.com
COURSES DRIVER INSTRUCTOR for all ages/plus seniors. Have preparation time for G1/G2 Road Tests. Reasonable prices: 613-623-0762 phone or text. Ask for Rob.
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@ 57 Norma St. South, Arnprior, ON K7S 3B4 for Lorna Clark on Wed., Oct 12/16 @ 10 am Property to be sold @ 11 am
HORSE,TACK & EQUIP. Consignment Auction sale, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8th. Galetta Livestock 3340 Galetta Road. 1/2 hr.West of Kanata, 10 mins. E. Arnprior. Tack 10 a.m, Equip.noon Horses sell 2 p.m. CALL ERNIE TO C O N S I G N 612 622-1295. Everyone welcome.
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~ Inviting Curb Appeal ~ Much-admired, recently updated red brick home on a large 80’ front. x 135’ deep lot. Plan 32 Lot 21 Reg 0.25 acres. Short stroll to park & school. Main floor features a larger 3 seasons porch. A spacious foyer has closet, hardwood flooring under rug & a welcoming turned staircase w/ twisted bannister. Living & dining rooms boast fine appointments such as hardwood flooring, architectural details & a full wall of built-in shelves & drawers. Kitchen has 3 newer appliances, stove, fridge & dishwasher. 3 pce powder room. Laundry closet c/w washer/ dryer on main level. TV/family room has access to side porch & a single car garage w/ concrete floor & remote door opener. Paved drive. 3 bedrooms w/ closets up. 4 pce bath. Plus a finished spacious, 3rd storie, pine tongue & groove loft. Shingled roof (6 yr old). Brand new natural gas furnace. Newer wiring, plumbing, double hung, tilt-in windows. Frigidaire air conditioner (3 yr old). 125 amps on breakers. Rented elec. hot water tank. Taxes $ 3,176.91 (+/-). For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office at 613-267-6027 or 613-326-0461. Mrs. Clark, 90 years young, has made the move to retirement community living. She leaves a pleasantly clean home. A super starter home. Bring a lawnchair. Terms on Chattels; Cash or Cheque ONLY - Catering.
Auctioneers & Qualified Appraisers JIM & TREVOR HANDS: THE VOICES OF EXPERIENCE Phone: (613) 267-6027 or (613) 326-0461 www.jimhandsauction.com
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Originally the Doctor’s house, this large 2 story house with detached 2 bay garage, complete with loft apartment, and park like yard, is truly the gem of potential you’ve been searching for! Currently a posh bed & breakfast with a tasteful antique boutique! Boasting an executive style lay out of a parlor/sitting room/living room w/fireplace, dining room, eat-in kitchen w/pellet stove, laundry room with pantry, and 2 piece bathroom all on the main floor. 2 staircases. Upstairs is a large master bedroom w/ full ensuite bathroom, 3 spacious bedrooms, and a full bathroom. Ground level attractive country style screened porch, and a clean dry basement. The garage is a 2 bay, with a car port. A full size apartment w/living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom upstairs.
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Griffith - 1567 Church Street. Daily starting Sept 22, 16 to Oct 22, 16 . 10:00 am to 4:00 Moving Sale, outdoor furnace/indoor furnace, beds, snowblower, weed wacker, boat & motor 1982 7.5 HP Johnson, fans, camping, etc. 613-333-1488 Griffith MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE, Sat. September 24, 8-12 pm, 1713 Usborne Street, Braeside. (corner of Usborne & McLean) Kids sports equipment, toys, games, furniture, household items, etc. YARD SALE, Saturday September 24, 8 am - 3 pm. (Rain date Sunday September 25) 15267 Highway 17 between pinewood park and Yonder Hill. A family yard sale, many household items, boat and trailer, mini bike, some antiques. YARD SALE, September 24. Charity Sale, Seniors At Home. 106 McGonigal St. W. and 89 McLachlin St. (Valley Thrift Store) Donations may be dropped off at 106 McGonigal day of sale after 7:00pm or Friday, Sept 23 between 9am-3pm. Rain Date Sunday, September 25. More Info 613-623-7981. RENFREW - Large Family Yard Sale 915 Kedrosky Dr Renfrew Sat Sept 24, rain date Oct 1. 8 AM - 2 PM. Inquires 613-432-2119 Crystal, collectable’s. jug & basin sets, antique tables, china cups & saucers. Antique 1900’s Secretary Desk Vases, jugs, mirrors, pictures, cornflower glassware, chalet glass, , jewelry, cup & saucers, books, Muchmore.
4 Spring St., Westport ON An outstanding historic property in the heart of Westport!
Auctioneer: Jim Beere
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3 BEDROOM Semi-attached located in Renfrew. $925+utilities. (Gas, water, hydro) for viewing call 613-829-5785
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~ Established 1981 ~
• Interior/Exterior Renovations • Additions • Siding • Window & Door Replacements • Roofing (Lifetime Shingles) • Drywall Taping/Painting • Local Eastern Cedar Decks
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Decks ~ Garages ~ Cottages Roofing ~ Shingles and Steel ~ Siding ~ Soffit ~ Fascia
WINDOWS ~ DOORS
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Property Maintenance ~ Tree Removal Yard Clean-up ~ Top Soil ~ Sand ~ Gravel
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ELECTRICIANS
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LICENSED ELECTRICIAN FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS
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Let us Make Your Vision a Reality Parking Lot Sweeping Interlocking Stone Driveways, Walkway and Patios Retaining Walls – Wood Or Stone Foundation Repair Tree Trimming Cut or Removal Decorative Gardens Tasteful Chain Link and Wood Fencing Fully Insured Registered and Licensed
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• Manufacturer of metal roofing siding, trim • 18 colours, galvalume, galvanized • 2 profiles • 36” coverage, cut to length • Standard and custom trims • Screws and accessories in stock • Delivery available fx 1.800.661.0688 613.646.2222 18391 Highway 17 www.wwmetals.com Cobden, ON K0J 1K0 sales@wwmetals.com
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Protect Your Vehicle Have it Oil Sprayed at Jim’s Auto Care Starting Sat. September 17/2016
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UNMATCHED QUALITY FOR ALL OF YOUR INTERIOR FINISHING NEEDS • DRYWALL, PAINT AND FLOORING INSTALLATION • KITCHEN, BATHROOM AND BASEMENT RENOVATIONS
WSIB - FULLY INSURED Andrew McCarroll • 613-299-6236
THIS SPOT IS RESERVED FOR YOU… For further information call Stephanie or Alicia 613-432-3655
Three grand slams at duplicate Madawaska Valley Studio Tour 25th anniversary Ten and one-half tables of duplicate bridge competed at Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre Sept. 14 in an afternoon that saw three grand slams and 13 small slams on 23 total attempts. Four pairs chalked up two successful slams. Bidding 7NT and taking all 13 tricks were Mona Brydges and Audrey Jukes, as well as Ernie Berndt and Eric Brown. On the same Board 31, Mary McCann and Ruth Grant brought home a grand slam in diamonds. Kudos to all the pairs basking in slam accomplishment. In the Chalk Talk preceding the afternoon’s
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First: Gwen Latendresse and Diane Gilman; Second: Ernie Berndt and Eric Brown; Third: Carol Sulpher and Dave Sulpher. EAST-WEST
First: Jeannie Yagminas and Elgin Duke; Second: Gail Gamble and Eleanor Thompson; Third: Ellen Penney and Jane Wilson. IMPORTANT INFO
A Swiss Teams event is scheduled for Renfrew on Oct. 19. Plan now for your team of four and notify Dave Sulpher 613-4325060.
Come join the celebrations for the 25th anniversary edition of the Madawaska Valley Studio Tour on Oct.1-2, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The studio tour is the proud recipient of the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association’s 2015 Special Event Award. Visit 26 artists and artisans at 15 studios and be inspired by the arts and crafts and the spectacular scenery. AUTUMN STUDIO TOUR
In October, when the leaves have turned, and holiday gift-giving approaches, plan to attend the Autumn Studio Tour the weekend of Oct. 1-2. At this time of year, a drive in the country is the perfect opportunity to view Renfrew County’s fall display of colours, hills ablaze with reds, oranges and golds. Artists and artisans will be located at 15 studios from Eganville to west of Combermere. New guest artists add fresh surprises
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and diversity, while popular returning artists and artisans continue to draw visitors back to the valley year after year with their latest advances and creations. All artists and artisans have been selected through a jury process that ensures quality and variety for the visitor. The studio tour is an excellent occasion to meet with artists and artisans to learn more about the creation of each personal and handmade product displayed. You will be able to watch demonstrations and discover new treasures in fine art painting in oil, acrylic and watercolour; weaving, fibre and glass art; sculpture, pottery and porcelain; jewellery; forged knives; forged art; leather goods; hooked rugs; handmade soap and skin care; and, woodturning. The Madawaska Valley Studio Tour is a free, self-directed tour. Its brochure is available at Tour-
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For additional information, biographies of artists and artisans and pictures of their work, please visit our website at www.madawaskastudiotour.com. There you will also find helpful information about where to stay and dine, local services, recreational opportunities, our nearby communities, plus a downloadable map.
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Special visitor greeted with morning blast from Father The morning sounds never varied. Besides Father, I was always awake long before anyone else in the house. But this time of year, the sounds were harder to hear because our Findlay Oval had been moved to the summer kitchen in an effort to keep the rest of the house as cool as possible, and I had to strain to hear Father doing what he did every morning without fail. Even though he tried his best to be quiet, there was no way to completely block out the sounds that came out of the summer kitchen, and I could picture in my mind’s eye exactly what he was doing. He would already be in his bib overalls and red plaid shirt, and his grey wool socks. His work boots would be sitting at the back door. I could hear him lift the lids as one, and hook them onto the side of the stove,
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and I would hear the Renfrew Mercury being scrunched up and placed in the firebox. Then I would hear him take the kindling from the wood box, and to finish the job, I could hear him place a log from the wood box on top. I knew he would be going to the back door, pull on his boots, and quietly quit the house. I heard the latch click and the door close behind him. Then I heard sounds I had never heard before...oh, maybe the time he slammed the hammer onto his thumb in the drive shed. But the roars I was sure could be heard all the way over to the Barr
Line! Well, did that get the whole house up in a hurry! He was swearing in German, so I knew it must be something serious. Then he yelled that no one was to come out of the house! “Don’t open the door,” he hollered. And then it struck us all at the same time, as we stood in the summer kitchen, the rancid smell cut into the air like a knife and we knew Father had been royally sprayed by a skunk! Mother sent Audrey to the rag bag to get the biggest piece of old flannelette sheet she could find, Everett was sent to get a bar of homemade lye soap, I was sent to the bedroom to get a clean pair of long underwear and opening the door a bare crack, Mother threw out the whole pile onto the back stoop. We knew Father was headed for the Bonnechere River.
The three brothers did up the chores that morning, avoiding walking near the dead carcass of the skunk, which Father had finished off with a shovel that lay on the ground beside it. The smell cut into your throat like the blade of a knife and I was reasonably sure we would never be able to go out the summer kitchen door again! It was close to dinner time before we saw Father climbing the hill from the river, his stinking clothes held well away from his body with a long stick and he was wearing only the clean underwear. He was quite a sight and we were warned that one snicker out of any of us, and we would pay dearly. Mother had already filled an old iron kettle with hot water from the reservoir. Used to catch rainwater off the roof, it was big enough to hold all Father’s skunk-drenched clothes,
which I was reasonably sure he would never wear again. She added shaved lye soap, a few cups of vinegar and she threw in a cup of baking soda for good measure. Everett was ordered to bury the skunk, but it would be days before the stench was faded enough that we could go out the back door without holding our noses. Although Father had scoured himself from head to toe in the river, there was still a faint smell of skunk which Mother insisted was coming from the slaughter outside and not from Father. Emerson pretended to gag and Mother slapped him on the side of the head, which straightened him up in a hurry. There wasn’t much chatter around the dinner table that noon hour, and when we said our prayers that night, Mother added a special request. We all prayed for a heavy, long lasting rain to get rid of the last vestige of the skunk smells that had played havoc that late summer morning out at Northcote. Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Go to https://www.smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for e-book purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.
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Local events and happenings over the coming weeks — free to non-profit organizations Fax: 613-432-6689, E-mail: sherry.haaima@metroland.com The deadline for submissions is noon Friday. The Mercury community calendar is a free service for not-for-profit groups. Include a daytime contact name and phone number for clarification. No posters, please.
SEPTEMBER 21 Free How to Ace the Interview Workshop at Employment Networks from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Drop in to Employment Networks or call 613-432-3424 to register for our free workshop. Renfrew Collegiate Institute presents Canvas and Conversations in the Art Room (327). Cost is $45 and the event runs from 7 to 9 p.m. proceeds going towards RCI’s girl’s volleyball team and visual arts department. Register by email stevensn@rcdsb.on.ca or oattesk@rcdsb.on.ca .
2 p.m., Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. and on Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with cookies and lemonade at 291 Plaunt St. South, use Quarry Street entrance.
SEPTEMBER 23 The Renfrew Public Library will be hosting a trivia night at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre at 7 p.m. To register contact the library 613-4328151 ext. 3 Ontario Landowners Association for RenfrewPembroke-Nipissing is hosting a public meeting at 7 p.m. on the County of Renfrew Official Plan at the Astrolabe Hall, second floor of the arena at the Cobden Fairgrounds. Drop by the Golden Age Activity Centre for lunch of beans ‘n wieners only $4, Dave Hurle Country Classics will entertain at 1 p.m. Northern Lights Seniors Euchre, Lions Hall, Hwy. # 41 Griffith, will for the month of September be the second and fourth at 7 p.m. with eight games. Cost is $2
The County of Renfrew Paramedic Service are hosting their monthly wellness clinic at the Recreation Centre Euchre Party every Friday at 1 p.m. at the (67 Argyle St.) from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Knights of Columbus Hall at 313 Lisgar Ave. No appointment necessary. No cost. Cost is $3 and money raised goes to charity. For more information on the location contact 613 432-3131 SEPTEMBER 23-24-25 Fall Fest Church of Faith Praise and Prayer, 1225 Horton Quilters and Show and Tell at Hwy 148, Campbell’s Bay, QC 819-648-2929. Horton Rec Centre. Learn something new and/or show what you have creSEPTEMBER 24 ated. Meet Wednesday 9 to 11 a.m. Scottish Morning Tea at the McNab/Braeside Contacts: Helen 613-432-2728/KathMarket (across from the Municipal Building Rusleen (Office) 613-433-3303 sett Drive). From 10 a.m. to noon Glendochart will be serving dainty. Scottish delights with a “cuppa” $10. Ladies are required to wear SEPTEMBER 21 AND 28 Gospel meetings, non-denomination- hats or fascinators (available from Feathers & Flames). al, Douglas Hall at 7:30 p.m. Every Wednesday: Walking and Coffee Club at Horton Rec Centre from 11:30 a.m. to noon - Walking indoors or out? Noon - Nutritious soup lunch for $ 4 and from 1 to 3 p.m. - Helen 613432-2728/Kathleen (Office) 613-4333303 or Val 613-432-8390
SEPTEMBER 22 Renfrew Silver Seniors free lunch with donation to the food bank, bingo to follow, at noon at the Renfrew Legion.
Come on in the Opeongo Bowldrome and say see ya to Pat and Brian and welcome new owners Trevor and Katie and their girls from 2 to 4 p.m. Patrick’s Family History Group is hosting Introduction to Genealogy Course runs 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Arnprior Public Library. Cost is $15 (lunch not provided). Register early at chown1624@gmail.com or 613-623-4047. Benefit Dance for Ryan Boothby diagnosed
Euchre starts up at the Horton Community Centre $4 per person at 7 p.m. McNab and District Celtic Heritage Society will hold their a meeting on at 7 p.m. at Waba Cottage Museum. Guest speaker, Hugh Reekie speaking ‘Caledonia Springs, Ottawa Valley’s Secret Spa.’ SEPTEMBER 22, 24 Trinity-St. Andrew’s Thrift Shop first anniversary special sales and door prizes on Monday from 10 a.m. to 58 The Renfrew Mercury - Thursday, September 22, 2016
with Hodgkins Disease (cancer of the lymph glands) at the Cobden Agricultural Hall at the Cobden Fair grounds, $5 donation with live entertainment provided by Limit and Steve Agnew. Please contact Tracy Boothby Martin 613-401-1390 or tracy.m5@hotmail.com
information and instruction on Windows 10 at 10 a.m. The Pharmacy Hour is back and Pharmacist John Songolo will be here from 2 to 3 p.m. to answer your medicine questions. Take advantage of this great opportunity to be informed.
The Bonnechere Manor Family Council will meet in the The Renfrew County Woodlot day 2016 will be Bonnechere Manor chapel at 7 p.m. Erin Wilson Client from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Petawawa Research Outreach/Program Supervisor will speak on the BonForest, 1000 Clouthier Rd, Chalk River. This day nechere Manor Volunteer Program . is for those who appreciate the value of our forests. SEPTEMBER 28 Free Savvy Communication Workshop at Employment Networks from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Drop in to EmploySEPTEMBER 25 St. Patrick’s Parish turkey supper with ham and ment Networks or call 613-432-3424 to register for our free workshop. beans. Served from 12:30 p.m. Cost is $13 for adults and $6 for children. Crafts, draws, pickles and jam, Bingo, etc. Love to sing? Why not try out the Pembroke Community Choir? They perform a Christmas and spring concert every year and have over 65 members that range in age from 14 Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary Euchre to 84 years. Visit their website for details: www.pemat 1 p.m. Cost is $8 per player. Light snack at brokecommunitychoir.org. half time.
SEPTEMBER 26 Patrick’s Family History Group presents Research For Those Who Follow, Not Only On Those You Seek by John Heney. Admission $5 at door for non-members. Arnprior Public Library, 21 Madawaska Blvd., Arnprior 7 to 8 p.m. For more information contact 613-623-0001 Interested in Volunteering? The Renfrew Victoria Hospital Auxiliary is seeking volunteers to work in our gift shop and/or help with our fundraisers. Come out and meet some of our members at our monthly meeting at 3 p.m. in the RVH ER Classroom. Call Shauna 432-8493 or Audrey 432-4354 for more information.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church will be hosting a free community soup kitchen lunch at noon. Please use the rear entrance and go downstairs. Come and enjoy a meal amongst friends! The Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis Programs at Renfrew Victoria Hospital invite you to attend a memorial service to celebrate the lives of dialysis patients whom have passed away, Gem Hall, Groves Park Lodge, 470 Raglan St. N., in Renfrew at 7 p.m. RSVP 613-432-4851 x 290.
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Tai Chi classes are starting up. Sign-up at 9:45 a.m. with class beginning at 10 a.m. This is a drop-in and costs $8 per session and men and women are welcome from our community. This is a Denbigh/Griffith Lions function. Hope to see you at the Lions Hall, Hwy #41, Griffith.
SEPTEMBER 27 Meet the Mentor info session for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Renfrew County at the Renfrew Public Library from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Please come join us to learn more about our mentoring programs and what it takes to volunteer. For more information contact 613-794-4776. The Golden Age Activity Centre is offering
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2016 Dodge Gr. Caravan
Stk# 16758A
$ $
week 89.13 per + tax
$
27,676
week 114.31 per + tax
$
Stow ‘n Go, Service Loaner 5,000 kms
$
or 96 months @ 4.99%
$
or 84 months @ 4.99%
2015 Dodge Gr. Caravan 30th Anniversary or 84 months @ 4.99%
Stk# G362A
week 99.34 per + tax
28,238
or 84 months @ 4.99%
47,500 kms
or 84 months @ 4.99%
$
or 84 months @ 4.99%
2014 Jeep Cherokee
week 95.55 per + tax
2014 Jeep Patriot North
$
Stk# P1625
or 84 months @ 4.99%
Stow ‘n Go, Service Loaner 7,000 kms
21,998
Service Loaner, 1,000 kms
$
or 84 months @ 4.99%
2016 Dodge Gr. Caravan
$
2016 Dodge Journey CVP
or 84 months @ 4.99%
Stow ‘n Go, 4,000 kms
$
Stk# G293A
Plus Tax
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