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OPERA STARS Renfrew resident and soprano Karen Radke will join invited colleages from the Canadian opera stage for a special Saturday concert. Opera Goes to the Movies begins 3 p.m. Saturday at TrinitySt. Andrew’s United Church. Radke will be joined by soprano Dayna Lamothe, tenor Rory McGlynn, baritone JeanSebastien Kennedy and pianist Fredric Lacroix. Proceeds go to Renfrew Victoria Hospital. Tickets are available at Aikenhead’s Drug Store and at the door. The cost is $20 for adults, $15 for students and seniors.

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TAX LEVY HIKE OF 1.89 PER CENT The Town of Renfrew’s official presentation, and anticipated approval of its 2010 budget, didn’t take place until last night, following the Mercury’s press run. However, preliminary figures from treasurer Keray O’Reilly indicate the budget will have a 1.89 per cent increase over the 2009 levy. During Monday night’s council briefing, O’Reilly said it has been an effort, but that he was pleased to reach the goal of less than two per cent, as set by town council last November.

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NEW PRINCIPAL FOR ST. JOE’S Jody Weller of Pembroke has been named the new principal for St. Joseph’s Catholic School in Calabogie. She succeeds Mary-Lise Rowat, who becomes the principal for St. Joseph’s Catholic School in Arnprior this September. Weller was this year’s principal at George Vanier Catholic School in Combermere. She has a bachelor of education degree from Nipissing University.

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TEDDY BEAR PICNIC Anthony Daynes, 7, of Renfrew and Fluffy share a happy moment with Dr. Noreen Wang at the 18th annual Teddy Bear Picnic Saturday. Torrential rain arrived about 11:30 a.m., but before then 189 teddy bears or other fine, fluffy animals received medical tune-ups with their young owners looking on. Founder Roxanne Nolan co-ordinated the event for a decade, and is back at the helm again. “It’s been super-fantastic since the beginning,” she says with a beaming smile. “There’s been an overwhelming response,” she says of visitors and those who staff the various stations, namely doctors, dentists, other medical staff and volunteers. Mercury photo by Steve Newman

There were smiles all around. Members of Renfrew County and Renfrew business and political communities gathered to join workers at Deslaurier Custom Cabinets (DCC) to hear the good news about a company that twice has been knocked down by fire, only to persist, survive and thrive. “It’s not how you fall down, it’s how you get up,” said Ontario Minister for Economic Development and Trade Sandra Pupatello during Monday’s news conference to announce DCC is receiving $880,659 from the government. “I have to make sure people know about companies like this,” she said. Pupatello’s references were to two fires that sapped the energy of the Renfrew company, which has rebounded each time to bigger and better times. See RENFREW, Page 3

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An agreeable PiT-Stop for Times Fiber Renfrew company in good shape despite recent layoffs, says general manager STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

So much for rumours about Times Fiber closing down. As the general manager for Times Fiber’s Canadian and Brazilian operations, Barry Holt regularly visits South America. More recently, he witnessed the Brazilians’ fanaticism for soccer, in the buildup to this month’s FIFA World Cup. But what he hasn’t heard from colleagues in Brazil, Mexico, North Korea, United States or China − where Times Fiber’s other plants are located − is anything to suggest Times Fiber’s one and only Canadian plant, in Renfrew, is about to be mothballed. Employee numbers are not what they used to be, for sure. But Holt says the 70 employees here in Renfrew have a healthy future, despite the spring layoff of 17 workers. Those layoffs occurred because of drops in the U.S. market, following the recent recession. Decentralization has also meant the Renfrew plant will no longer be home, as it was in the early 2000s, to more than 300 employees. Staff of about 100 to 120 work in each of the plants in Brazil, Mexico, North Korea and China, says Holt, whose company makes coaxial cable. Its major uses are automotive wiring and television cable. Since Holt began working at Times Fiber 11 years ago, he says he has heard every year that Times Fiber is closing. “The business is still strong,” insists Holt. “The business definitely decentralized (over the past decade), but that will make us more competitive. We have a similar work force, but sales are higher,” he says of the Canadian plant, which now produces about 70 per cent of its product for a Canadian market and 30 per cent for the United States. Nevertheless, he says all companies, including Times Fiber, can always find ways to do business better. Which is exactly what Bernie Sander of Innovation Transfer and Barrie Ashworth of QuantiMatics presented during a week-long seminar at Times Fiber. PIT-STOP APPROACH The seminar was referred to as a PiT-Stop, whose acronym stands for Problem Finding, Structuring

Seminar leader Bernie Sander of Innovation Transfer talks with online packager Doug Brydges and production supervisor Cammy Pierunek during Times Fiber’s week-long seminar. Mercury photo by Steve Newman

and Solving in Teams. As his brochure explains, “PiT-Stop also stands symbolically for the speed of the progress − problems are brought to light, visualized and clustered. Decision-making and problem-solving follow in short order.”

Last week’s seminar featured interviews with virtually the entire staff of about 70 employees, says Holt. See TIMES, Page 43

Renfrew company gets $880,659 from Ontario government Continued from front said the two also agreed about ity and competitiveness by usThe most recent fire was Jan. the importance of government ing environmentally-friendly, 1, 2009, but as DCC chairman of being able to help businesses. water-based finishes that will the board Ross Staples and coThe minister also said the apcontribute to a greener enviowner Jim Deslaurier pointed plication, spearheaded by DCC ronment, and improve working out, each time there was no co-owner Denis Staples, was one conditions for staff. doubt the company would battle of the best applications made “It will also expand into new back and rebuild. to the Eastern Ontario Develmarkets by developing a line of “It wasn’t easy, but it wasn’t opment Fund. The fund is suplockers for the sports and recredifficult,” said co-owner Deslauporting various businesses to ation industry.” rier while stressing the importhe tune of $80 million over four The funding, say DCC offitance of having the right talent years. cials, will also allow the compaand right attitude in the same Pupatello stressed the advanny to create 25 new jobs over the workers. tages Ontario companies will next five years. The new tech“We had pretty good opportuexperience because of recent nology coming to the company nities (to rebuild) closer to Otbusiness tax cuts and the move will include an automated loadtawa … but we had our mind set to the Ontario Harmonized ing system that, in Deslaurier’s to make it work here.” Sales Tax (HST). words, will create “25 per cent That was despite the fact the The funding, said the minismore yield with the same equipcompany, after the 2009 fire, try of economic development ment.” went from working out of 95,000 and trade’s news release, is enHe noted the company is also square feet to half that in a abling DCC “to become one of using an evaporation system building supplied by the Renthe most integrated and autoto eliminate some waste and a frew Industrial Commission. mated kitchen manufacturers grinder to turn other waste into The reduced working space in Canada. The company will usable sawdust by an area comforced Deslaurier Custom Cabiincrease its production capacpany. nets to become more efficient than ever, as better products emerged from the makers of customized medium- to highend kitchen systems. After Pupatello was introduced at the news conference, she recognized various people in the crowd, including local MPP John Yakabuski. She mispronounced his surname and acknowledged that the two MPPs differed on policy issues. But she It’s a happy day for Deslaurier Custom Cabinets co-owner Jim Deslaurier.

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Shining first with Magpie’s Missing Spoon Book launch at Renfrew Public Library for teenage author Saturday, June 26 STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

His high school assignment went a whole lot farther than expected. Michael Bradley’s Grade 12 English class project, assigned by teacher Charlene Edwards-Budden, was among three chosen for review by Tina Wuehr of Pipsqueak Publishing in Cobden. She was so impressed that Bradley, who has since graduated from Renfrew Collegiate Institute, was asked to update his own illustrations. He did and the book is now published, as the teenager looks forward to his first official book launch. The launch takes place this Saturday, June 26, at the Renfrew Public Library, where he’ll sign copies of Magpie’s Missing Spoon. As one who grew up enthralled by the world of frogs, fish and other creatures near the Pinnacle, on the rural fringes of Renfrew, the book is very much in keeping with his own

character. The story of a magpie and her shiny silver spoon also features another bird, a bullfrog, otter, gosling, crayfish, toad and water rat. “I’ve always really like animals. When I was little everyone knew I was into fish and frogs because I would spend hours and hours in the ponds,” he explains. “My grandmother reminds me that I used to draw pictures, which sort of segued into this book.” That connection hasn’t been lost, either. “I still really like it. I still go out into the woods. It’s inspiring,” says Bradley. But finding a publisher for a book he wasn’t even looking to publish … well, that’s something he’s still surprised about. “It’s only starting to sink in that I’m having a book published,” he continues, noting that other projects in the Grade 12 class were just as good. “When I wrote the story, I didn’t think it was anything spectacular. But by the time I handed it in I thought it was all right,” confesses Bradley. See FIRST BOOK, Page 40

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Greater Madawaska council has shied away from revoking two special event permits for the Calabogie MotorSports Park (CMP), but is increasing montoring of the two events. Council is also taking steps to assume responsibility from the CAO for granting the permits, as well as speeding up review of the township’s noise bylaw. In a lengthy discussion at its June 17 council meeting, councillors agreed to improve the complaints procedure and encourage township CAO Angela Yolkowskie to experience first-hand the sound from two special events, the Calabogie Cup this weekend (June 2627) and the Ted Powell Memorial Race July 22-25. Council also agreed to request the CAO to take into account all councillors’ opinions when deciding whether to order a noise audit of a special event, but rejected a motion that would have gone a step further by directing her to force CMP to fund audits for the two special events that have received permits.

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very stuffed-animal owner should have a B*A*S*H like they have at Renfrew Victoria Hospital. The take-off is on M*A*S*H, or the Military Ambulatory Surgical Hospital series that appeared on TV for years. Affectionately dubbed the Bear Ambulatory Surgical Hospital unit, B*A*S*H allows young boys and girls to bring their favorite teddy bear or other stuffed animal for repairs to the teddy bear picnic. Last Saturday’s event on the front lawn of the hospital brought relaxation, comfort and understanding into a medical world where patients often have to deal with their own aches and pains. Of course, the goal is wellness, which children discover at the picnic. There, they experience caring support for themselves and for the fine, fuzzy companions they truly love. What a great idea. No less important, and taking place

the same morning at the Renfrew Public Libary, was the kick-off for the annual Toronto-Dominion kids reading program, whose 2010 theme is Destination Jungle. The world really can be a jungle, but what a vital place for children – a library. There, one can grow and understand the world, as the worlds of imagination and information pleasantly collide. Of course, we live in a country blessed with many riches. But we shouldn’t become complacent. Therefore, as adults we should help when we can. We should ensure that all children in our community have teddy bears (or some facsimile) and literature, and someone to share that literature with. Parents, grandparents and other family members can do that. However, we also need events to stimulate the hearts and minds of our youth ... like the events last weekend at the hospital and the library.

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Deceptive message in story, says reader To the editor: I was appalled when I saw the picture in the May 27, 2110 issue entitled ‘RCI student to receive award from gay community’ and the following issue being applauded by a mother and grandmother. In that article were 34 females and two males. How many of them were deceived into believing that they were there for which the picture purports? My grandaughter was led to believe that they were standing up against bullying, as in her elementary school last year when they had a Pink Day to protest bullying and violence toward other students. Homophobia was not a factor. I received an email recently entitled Who is Teaching Our Children Sex Education? The federal government, under Prime Minister Harper, fought to change the age of consent for sexual activity from age 14 to 16. Canada, supposedly a civilized na-

Is this what we want for our future generations? tion that has in our national anthem “the True North, Strong and Free” is reported to have the highest sex-traffic trade in the world. Is this the future that we want for our children and grandchildren? If it is left to planned parenthood, who through erroneous counselling has killed millions of babies in the abortuaries and destroyed the lives of the young ladies they told that there was nothing wrong. Now the ones that have survived the abortuaries are told to have sex with whomever. There are consequences. Many of you who are reading this article have had some form of sexual abuse; from inappropriate touch, molestation, incest, oral or anal sex to rape at some time in your early chilhood, from someone you knew and trusted.

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You were told not to tell anyone for you were either given a peace offering or a threat by their betrayal. Usually it also happened to your perpetrator, thus the abused becomes the abuser. Eventually you became confused, have an identity crisis and learning disabilities, angry, guilty, ashamed, promiscuous, suicidal and addicted to anything that would kill the pain. Many of the diseases that patients have are directly linked to early sexual interference and have various manifestations Is this what we want for our future generations? Sex is not for children, but for adults with a licence. There is only one way to become totally free and get your life back that has been robbed from you and be healed. Our people need to hear the truth. God keep our Land Glorious and Free!!! Rev. Rose Leclaire

How about a second cut? To the editor: While visiting Renfrew for a few days to visit with an old friend, I was invited to play at the Renfrew Golf Club. I was amazed at the beauty of its natural setting and layout. This in itself makes it a very tough and challenging golf course. During my stay, I played three games. I found a very tough golf course (to be expected) a lot tougher with the rough extending right up to the edge of the fairway. Finding my golf ball, sometimes two or three feet off the fairway, along with the height of the rough, proved to be very penalizing. I’m sure all golfers who have watched pro tournaments, in person or on TV, are familiar with the phrase second cut, which means simply “an area between the fairway and the deep rough, longer than the fairway but not as deep as the rough, but still a challenge for errant shots.” And most of the club’s members are probably mid-to-high handicappers. I would think they would welcome management’s decision to create a second cut. I know I would, and probably the many visitors who come to visit your pretty and accommodating town to play golf at the Renfrew Golf Club would also. D.J. McDougall Mississauga, Ont.

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Renfrew Collegiate Institute’s new Grade 7 and 8 classes this fall will all have new laptops. The laptop initiative was among the highlights of the Renfrew County District School Board’s $120 million ‘cash’ budget that was passed last week. The board still has to pass the newly-mandated PSAB (Public Sector Accounting Board) portion of the budget, which relates to assets depreciation. The PSAB component of the budget must be passed by July 31. The cash component was passed during the public board’s meeting June 14. “We wanted to make a clear statement to the system about our expenditures, so we’ve decided to do a two-stage process,” said board chair Roy Reiche. Another highlight is the reintroduction of instrumental music to Grades 7 and 8 in Renfrew, and across the county, with specialized music teachers. The computer and music programming additions are being credited, in part, to the savings incurred by the introduction of the staggered-bells transportation system in the urban portions of Renfrew County this year. The public board saved an estimated $400,000 through the move. “There’s a lot to like about it,” said director of education Roger Clarke of the board’s 2010-11 budget passed last week. Maintained programs and the introduction of new initiatives are front and centre, said Clarke. Board chair Reiche echoed those sentiments. The introduction of the twotiered (staggered bells) busing system in other parts of the board in 2010-11, including the Renfrew area, will free up more money for classroom initiatives. “This year we’re anticipating saving another $150,000 with the implementation of staggered bells in Renfrew and Arnprior,” explained Reiche. “That goes a long way toward improving student programming.” It’s nicer realizing those savings than having to provide more funds to make up for a deficit in transportation, he added. The decisions to bring instrumental music back into Grade 7 and 8 classrooms is music to many people’s ears, says Reiche. See BUDGET, Page 9

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Crogie among St. Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s students in the spotlight STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

Several students were in the spotlight for the year-ending presentation of awards and graduation certificates at St. Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic School. The top academic honours went to Miranda Crogie, with the Kilgour-Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Gorman Memorial Scholarship Award, as the Grade 8 student with the highest academic average (of at least 85 per cent). â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was really surprised â&#x20AC;Ś I wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expecting it,â&#x20AC;? said Crogie after she and her fellow Grade 8 students bid farewell at their graduation ceremony June 18. Crogie was also co-valedictorian , sharing those honours with Rory Whalen. Also sharing the spotlight, for one of the dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most prestigious awards, were Whalen, Ella-Mae Cull and Maura McGrath. They received the Principalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trophy, presented to the best all-round male and female students in Grade 8. The award is based on effort in academics and sports, good school spirit, a co-operative and cheerful disposition, and leadership qualities. ENRIGHT MEMORIAL The new Ryan Enright Memorial Award, in memory of the 23-year-old Douglas adult who died last fall in a vehicular accident, went to Bradley Fulcher. He re-

ceived the award as the student who demonstrates honorable character through a genuine respect for others. Several academic awards were presented, including the Douglas Lions Club Memorial Award to Jacob Afelskie of Grade 8 for outstanding achievement in technology. Top academic honours resulted in Joseph B. Neville plaques going to Katie McGrath in Grade 3a, Jack Quinn (3b), Ryan Donohue (4a), Nic Crozier (4b), Morgan McGrath (5), Lindsay Trainor and Patrick Weller (6), and Shannon Russel (7). Awards for display of Christian principles went to students in Grades 1 through 7. Those recipients were Tyson Jessup, Brady Wytenburg, James Huckabone, Katie McGrath, Cody Gale, Nic Egan, Brandon Buch, Tanner Jessup, Sara Fulcher and Brianna Rowan. Helferty/Enright Memorial Awards as most co-operative students went to students in Grade 1 through 7. Those recipients were Sydney Russell, Brady Wytenberg, Erin Sweeney, Hunter Cunningham, Jack Quinn, Leah Trainor, Griffin Wytenberg, Rachel Enright, Ally Coughlan and Victoria Rowan. Other academic or athletic honours went to the following: â&#x20AC;˘ Shannon Russell (Grade 7), most effort in the French program; â&#x20AC;˘ Michelle Jessup (Grade 6), best female athlete; â&#x20AC;˘ Cobden & Civitan Club Good Citizen-

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Lots of SQUARE AND ROUND DANCING Admission: $10.00/person A Donation will be made to the: Bonnechere Manor Auditorium & Healing Garden @ RVH

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St. Joseph’s Catholic School Grade 8 grads in Calabogie, from left, Jessica Cox, Jake Lefebvre and Renee Gauthier, prepare for the big day of their graduation which took place yesterday (June 23). A fourth Grade 8 grad was Brandon Law. Mercury

From Page 8 Rory Whalen, Royal Canadian Legion School Spirit Trophy, Grade 8 student displaying the best school spirit; • Samantha Cull, Staff Trophy, most cooperative Grade 8 student; • Bradley Fulcher, Christine Lindy Sports Award, Grade 8 student showing most improvement in sports; • Maura McGrath, St. Michael’s Parish Trophy, Grade 8 student best exemplifying Christian principles; • Hailey Clarke-Valliquette, O’Donnell Donohue Memorial Award, as the student

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who consistently demonstrates caring in an unassuming way. PRINCIPAL’S ADVICE As the grad ceremony drew to a close, principal John Freemark offered various pieces of advice for those going on to high school.For one, he said, “Be proud of your new school as you were of your old one.” He also reminded the students that they never let fear of shyness stand in the way of asking for help, and that friendship is a gift from God.

Graduation for Calabogie students Public school board budget highlights At St. Joseph’s Catholic School in Calabogie things are sometimes done a little differently than at most schools. Fellow 2010 graduates Jessica Cox, Renee Gauthier and Jacob Lefebvre worked hard and wrote a valedictory address that was delivered jointly by all three students last Wednesday afternoon. Together, they created a speech that reflected their combined experiences at the school. They discussed shared memories and common experiences, and re-lived great moments.

“The richness of this group project,” said principal Mary-Lise Rowat, “is evidenced by the fact that the students came to the realization that many people have impacted them on their journey through elementary school.” During their speech in front of family, friends and fellow students, the Grade 8 graduates included an emotional passage in which they thanked their parents, teachers and all those who have made a difference in their lives at St. Joseph’s School, at home and in the community.

From Page 7 For years, he says he’s heard complaints from members of the public about the need for music and how its absence is such a loss for students and the community. Total budgeted expenditures of $120,330,051 represent a 10 per cent increase (or $11.1 million) over last year. About half that increase comes in program delivery expenditures. That money also includes what the board is calling a one-time investment from reserves of $3.37 million for resources. The total budget consists of 79 per cent

for salaries and benefits, seven per cent for transportation, six per cent for departments and school budgets, and five per cent for plant facilities. The board says its “most problematic funding envelope” is special education, with a shortfall that has escalated from $843,000 in 1998-99 to over $2 million this year. In its budget notes, the board states that the ministry of education is reviewing the funding model, but to date “a new model has not been announced, and we continue to struggle to fund the services these students require.”

June 24, 2010 - The Renfrew Mercury

EDUCATION

The Renfrew Mercury - June 24, 2010

The long wait for care Ontario’s long-term care system is paralyzed, and failing its most vulnerable residents. More than 600 government-funded homes are supposed to provide high quality, round-the-clock care to the frail elderly. But Metroland’s special report shows seniors stuck on record wait lists, entangled in bureaucracy and subject to pressure tactics that jeopardize their rights. FIRST IN A FOUR-PART SERIES

What the terms mean ALTERNATE LEVEL OF CARE (ALC): The designation for patients occupying hospital beds who no longer need acute care. About 60 per cent of Ontario ALC patients are waiting for a nursing-home bed.

LONG-TERM CARE HOMES: Also called nursing homes, they offer more care and support than retirement homes or supportive housing. Licensed and funded by the province. Residents are responsible for monthly copayments.

By Mike Adler, Jillian Follert and Rob O’Flanagan

very day Mimi Michel scans the newspaper classified section looking for death notices of people with Alzheimer’s at Ottawa’s long-term care homes. “I’ve become an obit vulture,” said the Ottawa woman. “I check and see if someone has died from a preferred place and if the donation was to the Alzheimer’s Society.” Every death means her husband, Alain, moves up another rung on a list of people waiting for a bed at an Ottawa-area nursing home. And it’s a long list, said Mimi. Her 68-year-old husband has been waiting for a bed for over a year now, ever since he was assessed by a case manager from the Champlain Community Care Access Centre, which is responsible for placing people needing long-term care in eastern Ontario. “They always say at least two years (wait),” said Mimi. Alain is number 38. But he hasn’t moved up the list since April, said Mimi. He is one of 25,000 in Ontario waiting to break through near-zero vacancy rates at nursing homes, with some facing a wait of more than 200 days. Until a long-term care bed becomes available, Alain will stay at a local retirement home, at a cost of $4,900 per month. Meanwhile, Mimi must provide the required personal care: taking him for walks, helping him with physiotherapy, helping him to brush his teeth and shower. It’s 24-hour care and it’s exhausting, said Mimi, who retired early to care for her husband. Every day she arrives at her husband’s retirement home at around 7:30 a.m. and stays until 5 p.m. or later. “I’m here all day everyday,” said Mimi. Help is expensive. A personal care worker, someone to just sit with Alain, charges more than $25.95 per hour; a registered nurse charges at least $52 an hour, said Mimi. The community care access centre provides eight hours a week of personal care for her husband. “If you don’t have any money you’re screwed,” she said. “Right now I’m digging through my savings and investments and I’m looking at possibly selling my house.” The year-long wait has been exhausting financially, physically and emotionally, said Mimi, adding that she is frustrated with the endless red tape involved in finding a placement. “It’s not only the bureaucracy on the placement side but the bureaucracy on the health side as well,” she said. A growing number of vulnerable Ontarians are trying with little success to find

MAKING SENSE OF IT ALL

LONG STAY NURSING HOME BEDS: Occupied by residents for an indefinite period.

SHORT STAY NURSING HOME BEDS: Occupied for no longer than 90 days a year.

INTERIM BEDS: Temporary beds for patients awaiting long-term care, one of the solutions being tried by the government to get ALC patients out of hospitals. Stays of up to 120 days are allowed, with extensions of up to 60 days.

RETIREMENT HOME: Private-pay rental accommodation for those who need minimal to moderate support. Ontario passed legislation this month to regulate this sector for the first time.

This feature is an excerpt of the full text. To read the entire report, go to www.yourottawaregion.com what they need in a long-term care system that is overwhelmed, unwieldy and tangled in red tape. Health Minister Deb Matthews agrees there are problems, but says it will take time to turn the system around. The province’s $3-billion-a-year network of government-licensed, publicly supported nursing homes is meant to provide highquality care to Ontario’s most fragile and medically needy residents. Situation Critical — a Metroland Special Report — shows a system in paralysis, with only one nursing-home bed in 100 available across Ontario, and with an average wait as high as 200 days in some areas. A $1.1-billion government program, created three years ago to make home support more widely and easily available, was supposed to ease the problem. Instead, wait lists have expanded, leaving more seniors in need of long-term care at home, and thousands more taking up hospital beds with nowhere to go. From 2007 to 2009, the average wait time for a nursing-home bed in Ontario more than doubled, from 49 to 109 days.

The province-wide tally of people waiting is now more than 25,000 and rising, doubled from 12,000 in 2005. The supply of new beds is static, with annual growth of less than 1 per cent. Only 900 more beds are expected to be available in nursing homes over the next 24 months. The average wait for a long term care bed in the Champlain region is 161 days. Only 35 per cent get their first choice of home. For hard-to-place seniors with a need for a higher level of care, waits can be two or more times the average. In rural areas and Northern Ontario, families may be separated by hundreds of kilometres, if there are beds at all. On average, less than 40 per cent of applicants get their first-choice home. Matthews, the health minister, says she is aware “we do have work to do in the access to long-term care homes.” “We know that people are waiting a long time to get into a long-term care home. But, we also know that with the right investments, we can actually keep people at home longer.” Matthews says the ultimate solution is to rely more on care at home, and to make more use of shorter-term “restorative” beds. By February, Ontario had 813 of the interim beds Matthews referred to, in nursing homes, hospitals or hospital-managed sites, and more are planned, the ministry says. In such placements, the elderly are “building their strength up, they’re getting healthier, and are actually, many of them, going home, those who would have otherwise thought they were going into longterm care,” Matthews said. See BUREACRACY, Page 11

LOCAL HEALTH INTEGRATION NETWORKS: The 14 LHINs are regional, nonprofit bodies funded by government to plan, disperse funding and co-ordinate services delivered by hospitals, long-term care homes and other agencies.

COMMUNITY CARE ACCESS CENTRES: The 14 government-funded CCACs are the agencies Ontarians must use to obtain home care, long-term care and other publicly delivered services.

CHRONIC CARE: Also called complex continuing care, it is medically complex and specialized care over extended periods not available at home or in nursing homes.

LONG-TERM CARE HOMES ACT: A new law to replace Ontario’s three previous sets of legislation: Nursing Home Act, Homes for the Aged and Rest Homes Act, and Charitable Institutions Act. Among many measures, the new law strengthens enforcement and clarifies how a resident’s care is to be delivered, monitored and reported. The government is giving $30 million in one-time funding to the long-term care sector to help it adjust to changes under the new act.

SOME BEDS TO BE MODERNIZED: Ontario said this spring it will renovate 4,183 existing beds in 37 long-term care homes, part of a plan to redevelop 35,000 older beds over a 10-year period.

Continued from page 16 The Metroland investigation also found bureaucracy is such an obstacle that consultants to industry and the U.S. military are being retained to help improve the process of moving people into nursing homes. Some efficiency methods being tried in Ontario are adapted from the assembly lines of the Toyota car company. One study counted 160 distinct steps, including access to nine separate databases, just to move a senior from hospital into a long-term care bed. Done by Orillia consultant Jeff Doleweerd from observations at Quinte Health Care’s Trenton Memorial, that 2008 study - sponsored by the Toronto-based Change Foundation — identified wasteful steps that occur in hospital before patients leave for a nursing home.

the free flow of the elderly into nursing homes. Susan Bisaillon, executive director of clinical operations of Trillium Health Centre in Mississauga, says the Lean exercise with Bercaw helped identify waste. In 2009, Trillium had as many as 131 seniors earmarked for nursing-home care in its wards, and a “consistently gridlocked” emergency room, recalls Bisaillon. Bercaw had staff place coloured sticky notes on a wall to recreate every step in a patient’s journey to either a long-term care bed or home. There were 82, and only 16 added real value for the patient. It was an “ah-ha moment” proving Trillium’s processes needed a major overhaul. “We realized that it was just totally flawed,” Bisaillon says.

One study counted 160 distinct steps, including access to nine separate databases, just to move a senior from hospital into a longterm care bed.

generation will hit 75. By 2036, the number of Ontarians 75 and over will rise to 2.2 million, from 850,000 today. New regulations come into force next month in a modernized piece of longterm-care legislation in the works since 2003. Ministry officials hope the regulations will spur significant change.

Once in a home — despite the system’s ailments — most residents rate the care as satisfactory, according to a 2009 survey by the Ontario Health Quality Council. Getting through the door remains the major challenge. – With files from Blair Edwards

THE ‘LEAN’ TECHNIQUE STRETCHED TO THE LIMIT Efficiency consultant Ron Bercaw has adapted a Toyota assembly line technique to help streamline the process of getting Ontario’s elderly out of hospitals and into nursing-home beds. Bercaw first adapted the “Lean” technique to save a failing auto-parts plant he managed in Ohio, and then taught it to 30 Ontario hospitals and CCACs in the last 21/2 years. His tools include streamlining procedures he executed for the defence industry and at the Pentagon. Bercaw’s “kaizen” (“change for the better”) events help health administrators see unnecessary steps that prevent

Metroland also found that those fortunate enough to secure a placement are cared for predominantly by overwhelmed personal support workers for whom a lack of provincial regulation means inconsistent training, lack of accountability and a backbreaking work pace that often removes the opportunity for meaningful personal contact. Nursing home staff in general are stretched to the limit, the result of years of understaffing and a steady influx of older and sicker residents. That trend will continue. In a decade, the first of the baby boom

Senior endures months at Mission before finding his space Wait times for city’s subsidized housing tops seven years or longer JENNIFER MCINTOSH jennifer.mcintosh@metroland.com

When he was young, Terry Williams never expected to face living his twilight years on the streets of Ottawa. However, that’s just what the 66-yearold Newfoundlander was facing last October after a divorce and some financial difficulties left him with few options. An easy-going guy, Williams said he occasionally likes a beer and a smoke and looks forward to having his own space after eight months at the Ottawa Mission — a non-profit, faith-based client service centre, for the city’s poor and destitute men. “They were really good to me here,” he said. “They really help you if you want to help yourself.” With his hair combed and a clean black t-shirt framing a wooden cross he constantly works his hands over, Williams doesn’t look like your average homeless

man. But Williams — like so many in his situation — lost touch with the community, and, with it, a lot of his support systems. “I never had no kids,” he said. Algonquin grad, Wendy McCarl says that while seniors only represent about five per cent of the Mission’s total clientele, it can be hard to connect them with the right services. “A lot of them don’t even have the basic things like identification,” she said. “And it can be hard to convince them that there is another way to live.” One of McCarl’s biggest challenges is finding housing, both for seniors and young men alike. There are thousands of people on the city’s subsidized housing list, with a wait time of seven years or more. Added to that the complexity of placing seniors who may need special at home care of closer proximity to health care services, the odds often seem insur-

mountable. Seniors make up eight per cent of the people using emergency shelter in the city during an average annual year according to an Ottawa Council on Aging report in 2008. As rental costs climb and housing becomes costlier, those numbers are apt to climb. The same report, using 2001 census data, suggests that 41 per cent of seniors who were renting were in inadequate housing to meet their needs, or were spending more than 30 per cent of their annual income on rent. Senior renters were spending an average of 45 per cent of their annual income on rent. “It can be tough to keep up as you get older because you can’t work as much to make more money,” Williams said. Williams added after moving into his own place and getting settled he plans to continue visiting the Mission for meals and to stay in touch with friends. And he may

TERRY WILLIAMS work helping people fix old computers. “It’s good to feel like you’re doing something,” he said.

June 24, 2010 - The Renfrew Mercury

Bureaucracy complicates quest for long-term beds

COMMUNITY Pathways Alcohol and Drug Treatment Services of Renfrew County

Making up the 2010-11 board of directors at Community Living Renfrew County South, in front row, from left are Jane Dowd, Laurie Millar and Janice Lee; and standing, John Cooke, John Carkner, Dan Amyotte, Bob Bouchard and Jeff Geoff Booth. Easter Roberts and Cari Forteath are missing from the photo. Mercury photos by Peter Clark Eldon Behm receives an Anne Stafford “Light Up the Future” Bursary from Eastern Ontario representative Noreene Adam of Community Living Ontario. The bursary supports individuals of Community Living who pursue a personal development opportunity. Behm is one of only 20 of 200 applicants to receive a Light Up the Future Bursary this year. He will be taking a driver’s education course.

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Community Living Renfrew County South held its annual general meeting for 2010 in the chapel at Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church June 15. CLRCS president Esther Roberts welcomed everyone to the meeting. She thanked the staff and managers of the different departments for their care and compassion for the clients. “Our staff has been busy learning about our new residents and keeping up with the growth and development of all our clients,” Roberts said. “It is wonderful to see all the activities that our clients participate in and the positive feedback from clients and their families.” “Thanks to all staff and management,” added executive director Jennifer Creeden. “Their work on the committees allows us to give the best care, welfare, safety and security for the individuals that we support.” There are 110 staff members at CLRCS, which covers Renfrew and Arnprior. Noreene Adam, Eastern Ontario representative for Community Living Ontario, also addressed the gathering of about 40 people. The goal of Community Living Ontario is that all persons live in a state of dignity, share in all elements of living in the community, and have the opportunity to participate effectively, she noted. “It’s a person’s right and be included in the community,” Adam

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said. “Instead of being segregated, adults should be considered employees who contribute to their communities.” Creeden announced that Community Living will be opening a Therapeutic Sensory room. “It will be located at the Arnprior Day Care for adults and children to go to experience and enjoy,” she said. “The benefits of Therapeutic Sensory are a resource to improve the quality of life for people and families with disabilities and other limiting conditions.” The sensory room is extremely therapeutic for both children and adults with sensory processing disorders from mild to severe. The room houses specific sensory equipment and activities to benefit sensory processing difficulties. It is both calming and stimulating. Therapeutic Sensory treatment helps the senses of sight, hearing, touch, taste and smell, as well as vestibular and proprioception. Vestibular (ear canal) is the sensory system that provides the dominant input about movement and equilibrium. Proprioception is the sense of the orientation of one’s limbs in space. Its input comes from nerves from inside the body rather than on the surface. Proprioceptive ability can be trained, as can any motor activity. “A session in the sensory room usually lasts 20 to 30 minutes at a time, although everyone’s different,” staff member Sandy Shean said. People in the general population can also benefit from the environment.

Domino’s Pizza – delicious! Knights of Columbus, thanks for the delicious french fries! M & R Feed & Farm Supply McDonald’s Restaurant for the ice! Melanie Duchene and Frito Lay Movie Gallery, thank you for the gift certiﬁcates! Ontario Provincial Police - you are wonderful community helpers! Renfrew’s Historic Theatre – thank you for the passes! Renfrew Fire Department – you are wonderful community helpers! St. Joseph’s High School – thanks for supporting us through music and the family photo ‘backdrop’ Shirley Ann Cone, our “family photo” photographer Tracey’s Centreside Dairy, thanks for the gift certiﬁcates!

Proﬁts from the Spring Fling will be used to support the school including the purchase of educational materials and the construction of a shade structure. 397183

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The Renfrew Mercury - June 24, 2010

Special - present your ticket at the Pro Shop for green fee discount Valid on May 26th only Call for tee time 752-2171

RENFREW COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

INVITES TENDERS SUPPLY & DELIVERY AND/OR INSTALLATION OF TECH SHOP EQUIPMENT RFT #2010-37

Purchase any of our carpet remnants and if it is shorter than the sales rep when standing on end, we will bind it for free.

THE RCDSB IS ISSUING A REQUEST FOR TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY, DELIVERY, AND/OR INSTALLATION OF TECH SHOP EQUIPMENT TO THE RCDSB SECONDARY SCHOOLS. To obtain the RFT document, please visit the Renfrew County District School Board Administration Ofﬁce at 1270 Pembroke Street West, call 613-735-0151 Ext. 2237, email tenderrequests@renfrew.edu.on.ca, or download from Biddingo (www.biddingo.com). DOCUMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR DISTRIBUTION AT 1:00:00 PM ON FRIDAY, JUNE 25, 2010. Sealed submissions, clearly labeled RFT #2010-37, will be received before 2:00:00 PM, MONDAY, JULY 12, 2010 and must be submitted to the following address: RENFREW COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD ATTN: Peggy Fiebig, Purchasing Agent 1270 Pembroke Street West Pembroke, ON K8A 4G4

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MPs playing shell game with Auditor General and voters, says Clouthier Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke independent candidate Hec Clouthier says the agreement between the Auditor-General and the Board of Internal Economy over the disclosure of MPs’ expenses is nothing more than a shell game. The move giveS voters the impression that MPs are being more transparent when it comes to the money they spend while in office, says Clouthier. “There are a lot of things wrong with this whole thing,” says Clouthier. “Just look at what it covers, and what it doesn’t.” Clouthieris referring to the fact AuditorGeneral, Sheila Fraser, will be allowed to look at the procedures for claiming expenses, but not the expenses of MPs themselves. “There’s no accountability. It’s an examination of DOs and DON’Ts, but in no way will it call anyone into account for the expenses they’ve incurred, or for their justifications for those expenses.” The timing of any report tendered by the Auditor-General is also questionable, says Clouthier. “Isn’t it convenient that any report won’t come until the fall of 2011, well after any election,” he says. He also notes Fraser will be stepping down as Auditor-General before any report is made public. “We all know who gets to name the new Auditor General, don’t we?”

Gallant scolds opposition MPs MP Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke Cheryl Gallant last week called on opposition MPs to get to work and do the job they were elected to do. The veteran Ontario MP took the opportunity to rise in Parliament to admonish MPs to get to work. “I ran for Parliament to make a positive difference in people’s lives,” she said. “My constituents tell me they are sick and tired of all the negativity that has been going on in politics lately. Minority government, particularly where you have opposition MPs running off in all directions because there is no discipline in their caucus and no leadership in their party, is bad for Canadians. “Add a group of separatists from Quebec whose only reason to exist is to break up our great country, I can appreciate why my constituents share my frustration with a group in Ottawa whose actions only benefit those who want to make Canada ungovernable.” Ironically, members of her own government, such as Transport, Infrastructure and Committee Minister John Baird, have also been criticized for playing games at the committee level.

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POLITICS

HERITAGE

Not Happy?

1970: Cadets train in B.C. BUILDING IMPROVEMENT NOTES: Mr. Alfred Plaunt has started the erection of a house on Hall Street near Mr. B. Lester’s blacksmith shop. He has the cellar dug. On Wednesday, Mr. H. Totten began the excavation of the cellar of a house which Mr. Alexander Jamieson is to build for Mrs. McArthur on Barr street. Mr. M.J. O’Brien has men engaged building a terrace on his lot, between his new residence and the CPR. He will build a cement wall along the foot of the hill parallel with the railway, and will remove all his outbuildings down near the planning mill. But these changes may not take place this year. MR. E.J. MCGARRY IN HARDWARE AGAIN: To Mr. E.J. McGarry there’s “nothing like Hardware” and “no place like Renfrew,” and so he is now busy day by day in opening out a stock of that love of goods in the Barr store, right in the centre of things, opposite the Merchant’s Bank, and alongside of the Bank of Ottawa, and this week solicits the eye of Mercury readers to what he has to sell. The venture is a sign of the times — the belief in the steady growth of Renfrew of an alert business man who knows the place thoroughly.

FROM THE OLD FILES

JUNE 20, 1935 MISSIONARIES TO JAPAN HOME ON FURLOUGH: Rev. D.A. and Mrs McDonald missionaries of the United Church of Canada, residing in Wonson, Korea, Japan, are guests of Mr and Mrs W J. Neil of Renfrew. They expect to spend their furlough in Toronto, where their sons are attending Victoria University. The sea voyage of 11 days from Yokohama to Vancouver was for the most part one of the roughest the CPR steamer, the Empress of Russia had had for some time. Enroute from Vancouver relatives were visited in Spokane, Washington, Alberta, Winnipeg, Fort William and Sault Ste. Marie.

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Celebrating 35 years Thank you to all the residents of Renfrew County. It has been our pleasure to work with you during the past 35 years. We look forward to serving you in the future. Thank you to all our past & present Board members. 397577

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dents. Preference is given to local residents who reside within the geographical borders of the County of Renfrew. Taste of the Valley attracts thousands of visitors from throughout Renfrew County and first-time visitors to the area.

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Last call: Taste of the Valley The Taste of the Valley organizing committee is issuing one last call for local food producers and others who would like to showcase their products at one of the Taste of the Valley events this year. The County of Renfrew and ProTyre in Renfrew will be administering the popular Taste of the Valley events throughout the area. Taste of the Valley is an exposition of local food, crafts and products produced by local resi-

ENTERTAINMENT

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LOCALS: The Retail Druggists Association has been meeting in Ottawa this week with a large attendance. Renfrew druggists were represented by Messrs. Rod Fraser, H.A. Smart, J.M. Russell and James A. Cook, who were present at the sessions. – Miss Marie Ryan, a former member of the staff of Renfrew Collegiate Institute has resigned from the staff of the collegiate institute at Smith Falls, her home town. According to a dispatch from the Falls, Miss Ryan’s resignation was accepted with regret. – A quorum being lacked, there was no meeting of the Renfrew Hospital Board on Friday evening last. On the agenda there was nothing much of importance.

LOCALS: Mrs. John J. McArthur was a Sunday visitor with her daughter Mrs. P. Preece and Mrs. Preece of Arnprior at their cottage in Sandpoint. – Mr. and Mrs. D.H. Brown of Arnprior spent an evening with Mr. and Mrs. John E. Miller recently. – Douglas McArthur, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold McArthur, spent an interesting day in Ottawa visiting various places of interest with members of his school class and their teacher, Miss Plaunt. RCI CADETS TRAIN IN BC: Cadet Major Richard Thompson and Cadet Cpl. Peter McGregor of 171 Renfrew Collegiate Army Corps have been selected to attend the Cadet Leader Course at Vernon B.C. this summer. The cadets will fly out and back and train for six weeks at the Okanagan Valley Army Corps in Southern British Columbia. Other cadets from the collegiate will be at Camp Borden, Banff, Jamaica and Trinidad during the summer holidays.

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Crafts, sports, team competitions, swimming, tuck, day trip to Logos Land Water Park and special surprises are only a few of the fun things that you can look forward to.

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LITERACY

Retired comfortably at age 34 STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

He never had a high-paying job. He didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t inherit money. Yet he retired â&#x2C6;&#x2019; mortgage free â&#x2C6;&#x2019; at age 34, to become Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s youngest retiree. How did he do it? Well, largely by investing in dividend-paying stocks and living off the dividends. Buying the right stocks is key, insists Derek Foster, who is coming to the Renfrew Public Library July 5 to tell his story, and how others can benefit similarly. A key to his success story is buying the right stocks. That, he says, means companies that sell things people need, such as toothpaste, medical supplies and electricity, but not hi-tech stuff. Knowing Canadians experienced a recession in 2009, he re-

minds the public that even during the Great Depression of the 1930s, dividends that were cut in half in 1931 had fully recovered within five years. He says many people are richer than him, but â&#x20AC;&#x153;anyone can invest and become wealthy over time.â&#x20AC;? He says his net worth exceeds $1 million, and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only 40 years old. During a trip across Canada with his wife and five children, Foster is doing his first of about 10 speaking engagements in Renfrew. His free seminar will take place Monday, July 5 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the library. For more about Foster, check out his free newsletter at www. stopworking.ca He is also the author of four Canadian bestsellers. Stop Working: Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s How You Can, The Lazy Investor and Money

Derek Foster is coming to the Renfrew Public Library with his story, and how others can also retire comfortably, well before a typical retirement age. for Nothing and Your Stocks are Free! His latest best-seller is Stop Working Too: You Still Can!

SPEAKING OF WINNERS... Meet the winners of last monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Calabogie Lions Club Effective Speaking Program. In the front row, from left, are Cassie Cameron, Jordon Oattes, and Rebekah Moran-Loiselle; back row, Lions Club president John Bonnar, Everett Fraser, Danielle Labelle, and Effective Speaking Chair Karl Murphy. Photo courtesy of the Calabogie Lions Club

Eighth annual Bonnechere Authors Festival to kick off in Renfrew STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

Eganville often hosts the Bonnechere Authors Festival, but the eighth annual edition is

kicking off in Renfrew. The four-part 2010 festival starts Wednesday, July 7, at St. Francis Xavier Church hall at 7:30 p.m. with author Steve Heighton of Afterlands, which

the Globe and Mail called â&#x20AC;&#x153;one of the best books published anywhere in 2005.â&#x20AC;? Two Renfrew book clubs â&#x2C6;&#x2019; Cover to Cover and For the Love of Reading â&#x2C6;&#x2019; are hosting the

Renfrew stop during the July authors festival. Brian Ruddy, of Cover to Cover Book Club, says itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stimulating and invigorating to hear gifted authors talk about their work

up close and personally. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re quite looking forward to him,â&#x20AC;? said Ruddy of the Kingston-based Heighton. See AUTHORS, Page 32

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COMMUNITY Through its Paper Egg Campaign for Kids, Renfrew Wal-Mart raised $2,444 for East Seals. The big cheque was presented June 17. From left are Debra Nicolia, Amanda Wisteard, Debbie Davidson, Krissy Moore, Easter Seals senior development ofﬁce, Ottawa Region Krystal Wallace, Jen MacLean, Allison Crawford, Joan Hewitt, Gert Brydges, Patti Smith and Hazel Salter. Mercury photo by Peter Clark

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Dean Black, a Renfrew resident and retired Lieutenant-Colonel with 30 years’ service in the Canadian Forces, recently attained his certified association executive (CAE) qualification. The designation comes from the Canadian Society of Association Executives, which has certified not-for-profit leaders in association management since 1972. Candidates receive their CAE for demonstrating mastery of not-for-profit management skills. The CAE program is designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual performance, and designate association professionals who demonstrate the knowledge essential to association management. The qualification process consisted of five university graduate programs and an exam. Black is executive director of the Air Force Association of Canada. He is also a volunteer, with the Renfrew Legion, AFAC, Renfrew Public Library and Heritage Renfrew, says the qualification will help in his full-time job and in his various capacities as a leader in the volunteer sector. “Many of us are touched by the work of volunteers, but the sector is in decline,” says Black. “The Canadian Society of Association Executives works to strengthen the volunteer sector by training leaders to handle the challenges out there. And I’m not in position to make a better contribution after taking this program.” Black’s community involvement includes the Renfrew Knights of Columbus. He takes office as the grand knight, for a two-year term, in July.

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Jane McGregor, left, presents Bonnechere Manor community relations co-ordinator Robyn Arseneau with a pledge of $1,000 for the new auditorium fund. Arseneau was the guest speaker at the 97th annual meeting of the Renfrew South District Women’s Institute. Seven local branches representing over 100 members will contribute to this year’s Special Project. Members were reminded to bring friends and family to take advantage of the wonderful program provided at the Women’s Health Festival to be held Oct. 23, 2010. Photo courtesy of Lynn Clelland

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EXTENDED SUNDAY STRETCH Andy Kalnins knows all too well the importance of a healthy lifestyle and he’s wasted no time getting behind the Sunday, June 27 Stretch by the River event. Kalnins, a lead organizer of the event along with wife Anda, underwent a quadruple bypass at the Ottawa Heart Institute in February. He encourages everyone to get out and get active and what better way to do it than alongside fellow community members? “You can walk or you can ride your bike or bring your dog out for a walk,” said Kalnins. With the positive response to last year’s event, the Heart Institute, Ontario Power Generation and Renfrew County Paramedics are growing the event to in-

as sword and staff-based exercises. The event begins at 4 p.m., with two starts at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Braeside hosts Canada Day festivities that begin with a Poker Walk at 9 a.m. at Robbins Confectionary. Float and bike judging will take place at 10 a.m. at the fire hall before the parade begins at 10:30. The RA Centre will be the site for a barbecue, cake and family games beginning at noon.

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The Village of Burnstown and the Township of McNab-Braeside are extending an invitation to neighbours across the Ottawa Valley and beyond to their revamped summer festival - McNab Days 2010. “It’s a time when everybody is celebrating in Burnstown,” said McNab-Braeside Mayor Mary Campbell, “And they want you to have fun.” McNab Days is made up of three events. Affair of the Arts runs in Burnstown June 26 and 27, the Sunday Stretch is back at Red Pine Bay June 27 and Canada Day activities in Braeside are July 1. Traditionally held at the end of May, Affair of the Arts has been incorporated into McNab Days. Among the featured stops is a sneak peak at Richard Gill’s fall show Canadian Pacific Railway – a Historic Perspective, at Fog Run Studio and the unique floor art by Riverstone Gallery’s Karen Phillips-Curran, who will share sketches of her mural designs that will be part of the unveiling of an Oscar Peterson statue in conjunction with the Queen’s visit in July. Gill’s collection was inspired by the history of the rail line. “I got reading about it this winter and I was just fascinated by what a story it is,” he said. “Without it, we wouldn’t have Canada as we know it.” Marquetry artist Stephen Haigh of Images Studio is celebrating his 40th anniversary of the age-old woodcraft and he welcomes visitors to the studio. Bittersweet Gallery will feature a trunk show party and celebration of Italian design with the new Pial collection by Montreal designer Anne Marie Cha-

gnon. Refreshments with a Tuscan flair will be offered on the patio from 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday. “We’re inviting people to join us for a party,” said owner Cheryl Babineau. Valley carver Dub Juby will also be on hand during the festival to demonstrate his skills. The Neat Coffee Shop will be abuzz with activity throughout the weekend. Neat hosts a celebration of local authors that includes readings and discussions and dinner/concert events on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. A highlight of the author event is the Canadian launch of Blue Night, Blue Day by McNab-Braeside’s newest author, Andrea McKay. The Madawaska River Market grounds will be host to several special events, including short scenes by the LAFT theatre group, an Affair of the Arts Singing Idol, and demonstrations and displays by a number of area artists and authors.

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clude two start times from Red Pine Bay in Braeside. Rick Rogers, Renfrew County Paramedic Services District Manager, says paramedics support events like the Sunday Stretch in a big way. “It’s all part of promoting a healthy lifestyle in the County of Renfrew,” he said. “We feel there’s a need for it.” As part of the Sunday Stretch, the Upper Ottawa Valley Tai Chi Club will demonstrate traditional movements, as well

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SPORTS Three Raiders in top eight at OFSAA

VERCH AT OFSAA Melissa Verch of the St. Joseph’s Jaguars registers a distance of 23 metres in the midget girls javelin at the Ontario high school (OFSAA) championships at the University of Western Ontario in London June 4. Verch was among the top 24 competing athletes in the province, and finished 15th. She was named top female athlete for St. Joseph’s at the Jaguars sports banquet last Tuesday. Photo courtesy St. Joseph’s Catholic High School

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RCI athletes who competed at the 2010 OFSAA track and field championships, in front row from left, are Rachel Folkema, Rebekah Folkema and Hillary MacMillan; and standing, Colleen Fleury, Kurtis Leclaire, Kelsey Jessup and Sarah Dougherty. Erika Jenkins, Thomas Kellar and TC Fraser are missing from the photo. Mercury photo by Peter Clark

Eleven members of the Renfrew Collegiate Raiders track and field team competed at the Ontario high school (OFSAA) championships at the University of Western Ontario in London June 3-5 Three individuals finished among the top eight in the province, while three school records were eclipsed. Erika Jenkins finished fifth in the junior girls triple jump and also set an RCI record at 10.65 metres. TC Fraser set a new school standard with a throw of 49.45 metres in the junior boys discus while placing seventh. A throw of 15.15 metres propelled Kurtis Leclaire to an eightplace finish in the senior boys shot put. The girls 4x400-metre relay team of Rachel Folkema, Rebekah Folkema, Hillary MacMillan and Sabrina Guyea ran a school record time of 4:05.39.

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Add goals to Beautiful Game

CHANGING OF THE MORNING TENNIS GUARD The Morning Tennis Group at the Renfrew Tennis Club has new leadership. After many years, Lila Prince and Mark Prinn are handing the reins over to Margaret Ann Fraser and Robert Cayen. The Morning Group thanked Prince and Prinn for their leadership, and welcomed Fraser and Cayen to their new role with some tennis and a pizza lunch June 4. “We thank the Morning Tennis Group for making this so enjoyable,” Prinn said. He also thanked Susan Cayen for supplying a cake and goodies to make the session a success. Prinn stressed that neither he nor Prince is laying down the tennis racquet. Both will continue to be regular members with the Morning Tennis Group. From left are Prinn, Prince, Fraser and Cayen. Mercury photo by Peter Clark

Note: The following should be read with the gentle hum of 50,000 vuvuzela horns in the back ground. Concern has been spreading across South Africa about goals, or the lack thereof, at the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Scoring has been down about a half goal per game. To that end, a hurridly-formed committee studied long into the night, and has tabled the following recommendations: • make the nets bigger, • make goalkeeper’s equipment smaller, • play 4-on-4, • call diving, and award a penalty kick to the non-offending team, • instead of fixing games nil-nil, fix them 3-3, • take the watch away from the referee. That way, if absolutely no one knows the official time remaining, the match will continue and goals will eventually be scored, • call the game more tightly as the National Hockey League has done. Oops. That one didn’t work. It already cost the United States a goal, and ultimately a victory. Why change? My pre-tournament World Cup pick was Brazil. No need to change now.

PETER CLARK PETER’S PUTTERINGS Is hockey fever in the air? You bet! The NHL awards night and entry draft are going on this week, the hours of daylight are beginning to dwindle, and if that’s not enough, the Ottawa Senators have already announced their pre-season schedule. The eight-game slate is highlighted by three games at Scotiabank Place. The Senators host Carey Price and the Montreal Canadiens in the back end of a home-and-home set Saturday, Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. The Toronto Maple Leafs, led by captain Dion Phaneuf, are in town the following Wednesday, Sept. 29 at 7:30 p.m. The final pre-season tilt is Saturday, Oct. 2 when ex-Senator Wade Redden and the New York Rangers invade Scotiabank Place at 7 p.m. * * * Jason Arnott of the New Jersey Devils scored the previous Stanley Cup-winning overtime goal in 2000. And for this week: What pitcher threw two no-hitters as a member of the Montreal Expos?

RVH on top in Week 6 Renfrew Victoria Hospital made the big climb by capturing Week 6 in Dragonfly Golf Links Industrial League action. VAC Electric was second for the week and Ray’s Flowers third. MacDonald Glass had a good-enough round to remain atop the standings. Cooper Brown, Kenny Prince, Bill Baker and Keith Bilson were closest to the pin. STANDINGS MacDonald Glass Ray’s Flowers Haley Industries Beatty Pilgrim Const. Dragonfly RVH Riopelle Painting Well Hung Drywall MacKenzie Motors VAC Electric Dragon Slayers Charlie’s Restaurant Scapa Tape Valley NAPA Hotsticks RPG 1 Sterling’s No Frills

Pts 77 68 64 62 62 60 59 59 58 56 54 53 51 50 46 44 37

Schwartz wins with 98 It was like A Weekend at Bernie’s, as Bernie Schwartz and his Drywall Crew captured the A title in Week 5 of the Renfrew Golf Club Rec Golf League June 14. Patrick Lafont (No. 4) and Sean Rousselle (No. 17) were closest to the hole. Shawn O’Gorman won the gift certificate. A FLIGHT Schwartz Drywall Rocky Mountain Rowat Insurance T Williams P&H OPG B FLIGHT Times Fiber Scott’s Shoes Bear’s Den Mid-Town Flooring Mulligan’s

Score 98 107 108 113 121

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C FLIGHT Finnigan’s Runge Stationers Deslaurier’s Mickey’s Promotions Yemen Electric D FLIGHT Ren “Frew” Jazz RCI Silverbacks Swatter’s Yolkowskie Hackers Lockwood RONA

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SPORTS

Mexican fever on fun night KIM VANDEWOUW, LESLEY MURRAY From the Ladies Tee

The Renfrew Golf Club had a good turnout for their June 8 Ladies Day, which was sponsored by Renfrew Home Hardware. Forty ladies enjoyed the course. Results are as follows: • A flight: Barb Desilets 36 points, Lois Butson 36, Dorothy Sharpe 35, Anne Marie Beanish-Miller 34. • B flight: Colleen Sheehan 39.5, Heather Callahan 39, Bernie Larocque 38.5, Jackie Guilbeault 37.5, Mary Peer 36.5. • C flight: Christine O’Hare 38.5, Lee Sharpe 38, Arlene Smith 37.5, Lois Shubaly 37.5. Marilyn Simons 36.5. We would also like to congratulate our lottery winners who were Bernie Larocque with a par on No. 9 and Christine O’Hare with a bogey on No. 7. All prizes can be picked up at the Pro Shop. POPULAR EVENT We had a full house June 15, as 72 ladies enjoyed the Mexican theme of our second ladies fun night. We had 18 teams, and many ladies came dressed up for an evening of Mexican fun.

Jody Campbell had the best decorated cart, and Donna Falcon won the 50/50 draw. Closest to the line on hole No. 1 was Sharon McDougall, whose ball landed exactly on the line, and closest to the pin on No. 4 was Bernie Larocque. The best score was a 38 by the team of Anne Papousek, Donna Falcon, Bernie Larocque and Pam MacFarlane. In second place, with a 39 and tied with two other teams, was Anne Windle, Sandra Fleury, Gail Keyes, and Erin Pasco. Third place was the team of Barb Asselin, Kris Costello, Gail Miller, and Carol Sulpher. On a special note, we would like to say how wonderful the Mexican meal was. All the ladies appreciated the nachos with the homemade salsas as well as great fajitas, etc. for dinner. Hats off to Marion Knox for organizing such a fun event. The ladies from the Renfrew Golf Club would like to send a big thank you to our sponsors: Ottawa Valley Insurance, Service Master (Smiths Falls), and Karen Clemow from Pampered Chef and Scentsy. Don’t forget to sign up for the Ladies Invitational, which will be held at the golf club on Wednesday, July 7.

Fishing in the Bogie The Calabogie Fish & Game Club is holding its annual bass derby July 10 on Calabogie Lake. Fishing gets underway at 9 a.m. and runs through to 3 p.m. This event also falls on free family fishing weekend. Derby registration is at Barnet Cottage or you may pre-register at Jim’s Bait & Tackle. The fee is $10 adults and $5 for juniors. There is also a $200 prize for adult heaviest bass, and $100 for junior heaviest bass. The scales close at 3 p.m. sharp. Call Brian at 613-752-0453 for more information.

Playing fore the Chamber The Renfrew Chamber of Commerce 9 and Dine Series gets under way July 16. The first course to be played this year is the Renfrew Golf Club. If you are interested in signing up individually or as a team, please contact the Chamber office at 613-432-7015 or e-mail info@renfrewareachamber. ca.

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SPORTS

Nothing quite like spirit of Vancouver PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

A long-time hockey referee both in the Ottawa Valley and beyond was guest speaker at Renfrew Collegiate Institute’s athletic banquet June 9. Paul Boese of Haley Station officiated sledge hockey at the Paralympic Games in Vancouver this past March. Boese shared that experience on to the gathering at the Raiders banquet. He also spoke on how life lessons can be learned from sport. It all starts with having fun in what-

Paul Boese ever sport you are participating in, he said to his audience. Boese refereed at the world sledge hockey championships in Boston in 2008 and Japan in 2009.

While he said it was an honour to officiate at those events, “there’s no comparison between the worlds and Paralympics. Just the enthusiasm and attendance at all the big games (is so much more).” Boese has also officiated in the university championships and the Centennial Cup, now known as the Royal Bank Cup. He also has fond memories of his days wearing the stripes in the Eastern Ontario Junior B Hockey League. “My first game was in the Old Barn,” he recalls.

Mercury photo by Peter Clark

SUNNY DAYS IN JUNE Sport Renfrew passed out some good cheer prior to the club’s June 13 Sunday Night Bingo, helping out various organizations to the tune of $4,000. From left are Todd Stewart, Renfrew Collegiate Institute, $500 each for bursaries, top boy and top girl; Susan Love, St. Joseph’s Catholic High School, $500 each for bursaries, top boy and top girl; Candice Brown, $1,500 Darlene Aikens Summer Camp; Sport Renfrew representative Jack Chevalier; and Nicole Brown and Charlie Shean, $500 Renfrew Special Olympics softball team for the upcoming national games.

BALL HOCKEY PLAYOFFS Kids ball hockey playoffs in novice, atom and peewee divisions were held at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre Monday evening. Results will appear in an upcoming edition of The Mercury. Mercury photo by Peter Clark

Beimers sweep DH

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Beimers opened up where they left off in Ma-Te-Way Men’s Slo Pitch League action at the ball yard last week. Pitted against winless Aikenehad’s, the mighty prevailed as the defending league champions swept both ends of the doubleheader.

SEALED TENDERS on forms supplied by the Township Clerk will be received in envelopes plainly marked as to contents by the Township Clerk at his ofﬁce in the Township Municipal Ofﬁce, R.R. 5 2253 Johnson Road, Renfrew, Ontario, until 10:00a.m. local time on: THURSDAY JULY 8, 2010 For the Rehabilitation of Garden Road from Bruce Street to Highway 17 The approximate major quantities for the work are as follows: Earth Excavation Granular A and B CSP Culverts Hot Mix Paving 3 Cable Guiderail

MEN’S SLO PITCH • Beimers 12, Aikenhead’s 10. Shannon Manion (W), Chad Mullen HR, Denver Mullen four hits; Adam Vanderwal (L) Shawn Scheuneman three hits. • Beimers 17, Aikenhead’s 11. Manion (W), Chad Mullen HR, Denver Mullen HR, Matt Beimers HR; Vanderwal (L), Ian Kemp, Steve Leclaire both three hits, two runs scored. • ProTyre 9, Renfrew PizzeriaLegion 2. Stephane Lapensee (W) three hits, Neil Lockwood three hits, three runs; Bernie Mahusky (L). • ProTyre 30, RPL 11. Lapensee (W) HR, Lockwood 2HRs, Frank Visneskie HR, Steve Cunningham HR, Dan Lavallee HR, Terry Runtz HR, Les McLeod HR, Dave Howard five hits; Brett Gilchrist (L), Jeff Mahusky HR, Kevin Johnston HR. • Ottawa Valley Glass 21, Aikenhead’s 10. Rob Essiambre (W), Andy Stanley HR, Shane Lambert HR four hits, Jordan Wall, Frank Meilleur, Carl Murphy four hits; Steve Leclaire (L). • OVG 26, Aikenhead’s 11. Jon Lowe five hits, hits for the cycle, Jordan Wall five hits; Leclaire (L), Ian Kemp seven hits in doubleheader.

Plans, Specifications and Form of Tender may be obtained at the Township Office or the offices of the Consulting Engineers in Ottawa for the sum of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) which includes taxes, made payable to the Township, which will not be refunded. Tenders will be opened in public at 10:05a.m. local time on July 8, 2010 in the Township Municipal Office, R.R.5 2253 Johnson Road, Renfrew, Ontario. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Stantec Consulting Ltd. 1505 Laperriere Avenue Ottawa, Ontario K1Z 7T1

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MIXED SLO PITCH • Barker’s 19, Race Trac Gas 0. Mike McMahon (W) eight-hit shutout, Stephane Lapensee four hits, HR, Brian Vanderploeg HR, Jon Vanderploeg HR, Sue Cotnam five hits, McMahon four hits, Kristy Barker three hits; Keith Gourley (L), Dave Gallagher robbed of hits twice by rightfielder Kristy Barker. • VAC Electric 8, Alternative Health CC 8. Shannon Manion (T), Mark Simons HR; Dan Deroy HR. • VAC 7, Pitt Contracting 5. Manion (W), Mike Guyea HR; Andy Skerkowski (L) HR. • Rocky Mountain House 9, Alternative Health CC 4. Mark Wright (W), Walker Mullen four hits; Trevor Johnston HR. • Pitt Contracting 15, L.B. Welding 9. Andy Skerkowski (W), Brand Thompson 2HR, Scott Davis HR; Dan Legault (L), Kevin Pennock HR, Kevin Henderson HR.

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Ready for the race, from left, are Debbie Fiebig, Colleen Berry and Sheena Berry. Photo courtesy of Keith Berry

Local runners hold their own PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

The fifth annual Emilie Mondor Memorial 5K Race for Women was held Saturday morning in the heat and humidity of Ottawa. To quote Don Cherry, Emily Tallen, “a good Canadian kid from Kingston,” crossed the finish line near the Aviation Museum in 16:36.2 to win the race. Although far off last year’s record time of 16:15.7 set by Toronto’s Tara Quinn-Smith, Tallen’s effort dominated this year’s event as she hit the tape 31.6 seconds ahead of her nearest competitor. This year’s race ran at a brisk pace as 37 women ran in under 20 minutes, making it the fastest women’s 5k in Canada. There were 13 competitors in the Masters age category of 40 years and over. RENFREW RUNNERS Locally, Colleen Berry led six Renfrew competitors with a 22nd-place finish in a time of

19:22.8. She also placed third of 38 in her 45-49 age category. There were 433 competitors in the race which is a celebration of women’s fitness. Daughter Sheena Berry was next among local runners. Berry was 136th overall in 25:12.2, and second of 15 in the 16-17 age division. • Leanne Shulist finished 242nd in 29:33.5, 17th of 25 in her 20-24 age category; • Debbie Fiebig, 254th in 29:57.2, 24th of 37 in 50-54 age category; • Kate Periard, 353rd in 32:25.4, 46th of 61 in 30-34 age category and; • Heather Rousselle, 384th in 33:18.2, 18th of 39 Athena category. The Emilie Mondor Memorial race has become among the most popular five-kilometre running events in Canada. The majority of top masters runners in the country participated this year. The Wylie Ryan Aviation Museum 1km Run for Kids follows the Mondor race annually.

Legends, Arnprior own two wins PETER CLARK peter.clark@metroland.com

The Tuesday Night Baseball League is back in business, this year with three teams in the fold. Both the Legends and Arnprior are off to good starts with two victories. However, in the case of Arnprior, they have yet to lose. The Legends have suffered a

pair of defeats. The league’s third team – the Rebels – has a win and three setbacks a month into the 2010 season. Games are played Tuesday nights on the Seeley Diamond at Ma-Te-Way Park. Single games are at 7 p.m. The first pitch for doubleheaders goes at 6:30 p.m. with game two scheduled for 8:15.

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Renfrew County paramedics doing summit duty steve.newman@metroland.com

DANCE RECITAL

Five members of the Renfrew County Paramedic Service are playing their part in this week’s G-8 Summit in Huntsville. Leslie Wirth, deputy-chief of emergency services for the county, wouldn’t disclose where they are or will be working. But she indicated the Renfrew County staff would consist of a duty officer and two crews of an advanced paramedic and a primary care paramedic. They will offer backup to primary response teams from June 21 to 27. “What we’re pleased with is having our staff gain this kind of experience and have the opportunity to

Meet some of the young participants in the Renfrew recreation centre’s dance program run by Melissa Friske. From left, in the front row, during the June 5 recital are Ashley Clemmer, Campbell MacDonald, Elizabeth Inglis, Jenna Ainsaar, Claire Gallagher; back row, Hannah The new Renfrew and area tourism committee Cameron, Peyton Bennett, Anna McLeod, Charla Burnette, Phoenix remains active on different projects. Mosiondz-Sagmeister and Michaela Piggin. The committee has hired two ambassadors to staff the information centre on O’Brien Road. Creative ideas have been used to add to the decorum of the information centre and adjoining caboose. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. every day. An abbreviated version of Kate Windle’s DVD, Then and Now, is playing, to highlight special features of the town. And Barry Breen has set up a model train in the caboose. Donations of other railway-related artifacts are welcomed.

Focus on local tourism

offer their expertise,” said Wirth. “This helps us be more prepared in our own community. “It’s obviously a civic responsibility that all the surrounding areas are safe (during an event like this),” added Wirth, noting the paramedic service has served in a similar capacity for political events in Ottawa. The G-8 Summit is taking place June 25 and 26 at Huntsville’s Deerhurst Resort. The G-20 Summit is June 26 and 27 in Toronto. Several protest groups are expected to attend both summits.

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SATURDAY JULY 3, 2010 10:00 am Sharp viewing from 8:00 am on day of sale

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Cash, Cheque with ID, Visa, Mastercard Auctioneers: Brian & Blake Corbin 613-623-3137 ext 104 Website for listing & gallery website: corbinauctioneering.ca Email: corbinauctions@gmail.com

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TOWNSHIP OF ADMASTON/BROMLEY

Whitewater Region

SUMMER COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE

Taste of the Valley possibilities across the Valley From Page 14 • Saturday, July 17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Arnprior Fairgrounds; • Friday, Aug. 20, noon to 7 p.m., Barry’s Bay Market; • Friday, Sept. 10, noon to 7 p.m., Petawawa Friday Market; • Saturday, Oct. 16, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cobden Fairgrounds. Indoor facilities at Cobden are sold out, but there are still outside locations available at all four venues. Since its inception in 2007, Taste of the Valley has attracted crowds over 6,000 at some events,

while many local producers establish key contacts for future sales throughout the year.

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Water Haulage available from

Change of Hours Effective July 4th, 2010 Norway Lake Transfer Station 574 Norway Lake Rd.

MORE DETAILS For more details, including an application to become a Taste of the Valley vendor, visit www. countryofrenfrew.ca. Or call Renfrew County media relations co-ordinator Bruce McIntyre. His coordinates are bmcintyre@countyofrenfrew. on.ca, 613-732-5945 and 735-7288, extension 490.

Due to Canada Day being Thursday, July 1st, the Regular Council meetings for July 2010 are scheduled as follows Thursday, July 8th and Thursday, July 22nd at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday and Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Renfrew 613-433-7988 or 613-432-2369 329808

Holiday Monday May to Oct. 10 p.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday October to May 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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Other participants in the Renfrew dance program’s recital June 5 are, from left, in the front row: Kailey MacLeod, Cassidy Friske, Emily Saumure, Jordan Perry, Terryn Riopelle; back row, Moira Friske, Sara Dick, Gillian Johnston and Kaitlyn Warner.

July 7, 2010 1:00 p.m. – Regular Council meeting

NOTICE of Council Meeting Change

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EDUCATION

Thanks to local businesses for backing RCI co-op program STEVE NEWMAN steve.newman@metroland.com

With experiential learning on the rise in Renfrew County schools, it’s no wonder the co-operative program at Renfrew Collegiate Institute continues to flourish. RCI co-operative program teachers Megan Lester and Terry Edwards hosted a luncheon June 17 at Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre to thank local businesses for their participation in the long-standing program. Plaques were handed out for five, 10 or 15 years of program support. The Renfrew Mercury was acknowledged for 15 years and Heritage Beauty Salon for 10. Five-year plaques went to dentist Dr. Janice King, Brian Yolkowskie, Studio D, Mill Music, Ontario Power Generation, Shell Service Station and Mid-Town

Flooring. “We really appreciate the support of this program. The kids get so much out of it,” said RCI co-op program co-ordinator Lester. Loran Young, Renfrew County District School Board’s supervisor and principal of continuing and community education, said the Ministry of Education “is really focusing on experiential learning … so there are numerous amounts of kids who need support from the community.” Co-op programming is also a component of high school specialist majors program and the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program. Young noted that some co-op program employers “do miracles” with the co-op students. This school year, RCI’s co-op program numbers were 145 students in out-ofschool placements and 40 as teacher-assistants within the high school classes.

HISTORIC CHEQUE Director Darlene Mask of Heritage Renfrew happily accepts a $125 cheque from Domino’s Pizza. Owner Mich Reinhart said she would be glad to work on fundraising again next February. Heritage Renfrew thanked Domino’s for its support.

Joan Foster, left, of Heritage Beauty Centre accepts a five-year plaque for hosting Renfrew Collegiate Instiute co-op program students. Joining her are co-op program teachers Terry Edwards and Megan Lester. Mercury photo by Steve Newman 397604

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Community Calendar items must be submitted by noon Friday, the week preceding publication. Items are published as space permits. Submit your event to lucy. hass@metroland.com.

SUMMER CAMP Registration Monday, Wednesday and Fridays 1 to 4 p.m. during June for Salvation Army Renfrew Community Church Camp at Home July 12 to 16; 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for children ages six to 12, $10 per child. Games, crafts and music. Call 613-432-7721.

FRIDAY, JUNE 25 RVH Auxiliary annual strawberry social and bake sale from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Stewart Park. Event will be held in the Presbyterian Church hall if raining.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, JUNE 25-27 Celebrate the arts at the New Affair of the Arts June 25-27 in Burnstown. For more details visit www.burnstown.ca. The village will be alive with music at the Old School House stage on the Friday and full of the arts Saturday and Sunday.

SATURDAY, JUNE 26 • Attention scrapbookers: 12-hour crop at Ma-Te-Way Activity Community Centre, lunch included, scrapbook store on site. Information/registration, call 613432-9448. • Strawberry social with homemade tea biscuits, strawberry jam, sandwiches, sweets, tea in your own pot and much more. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church, Calabogie. Freewill offering.

• Project Launch at the Pembroke Waterfront Amphitheatre. 10 a.m. public bird walk along waterfront; 11 a.m. brief launch ceremony with special guests from John Yakabuski’s office and the Ontario Trillium Foundation; 11:45 a.m. refreshments; at noon community drumming circle facilitated by Jean Brereton; everyone is welcome to participate. No experience is necessary. Drums and percussion instruments will be available but participants are welcome to bring their own if they wish. Free parking available.

for a free order of fries.

SUNDAY, JUNE 27

Renfrew Woodland Metis Aboriginal Association general meeting in the Renfrew Children’s Centre, 850 O’Brien Rd. June 29 at 8 p.m. Fair tickets will be available with proceeds to Hospice Renfrew. Call Kent Gauthier at 613-432-3177.

• Canada Day Pancake Breakfast at Zion United Church Hall, Douglas. 9 a.m. to noon. Cost $7. Pancakes, egg, sausage, toast, fruit, juice, tea and coffee. • McGregor’s Produce annual Strawberry Social 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with all proceeds going to Hospice Renfrew. This thriving enterprise is one of the region’s oldest and most respected family businesses and has pledged $10,000 to support Hospice Renfrew. Participants are invited to enjoy strawberry shortcake and great strawberry picking for the day! • Admaston Grace United Church invites everyone to an Evening of Music 7:30 p.m. Vocals and instrumental music provided by individuals and groups from Beachburg, Eganville, Renfrew and area. Goodwill offering to be shared by the needs of the church and the Renfrew Victoria Hospital CT Fund. Refreshments to be served. For information call 613432-6317. • Tami’s Taters, next to Canadian Tire on O’Brien Road, will accept cash or free donations for the Renfrew and District Food Bank from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., in exchange

MONDAY, JUNE 28 Sign up for the sixth annual Lois Leclaire Memorial Skin Cancer Screening clinic June 28. Drs. Radke, DiPaolo and Clarke have agreed to run the clinic. We are encouraging especially those without doctors to attend and it is for Ontario residents only. It is necessary to make an appointment. Call Diana Wakely at 613433-3635.

TUESDAY, JUNE 29

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30 Special Canada Day Bingo at AFAC Wing Wednesday, June 30 at 7 p.m. Bonanza $500, Champlain Senior Special $500, Special Jackpot $1,000.

JUNE 30 DEADLINE A day in North Bay Wednesday, Aug. 11 sponsored by Renfrew Seniors Club 51. One-and-a-half-hour cruise on beautiful Lake Nipissing, explore the Dionne Quintuplets Museum and gift shop. Cost $90; travel by motorcoach. Meals not included. Deadline June 30. Shirley 613432-3474 or cell 613-401-5329.

THURSDAY, JULY 1 Most Precious Blood Church, Calabogie (corner of Lanark Road and Mill Street) is holding a Giant Yard Sale on Canada

Day, July 1 in the church parking lot: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. You need it, we probably have it, jewelry, microwaves, china, toys, books, beds and so much more. Come and join the fun. Call Skippy Hale 613752-9944.

SUNDAY, JULY 4 Cold meat and salad buffet and strawberry social at Haley United Church on Sunday, July 4 from 2:30 to 6 p.m. Cost is adults $10, kids five to 12 years $5, and under five free. Please use back door. Wheelchair accessible.

SUNDAY, JULY 4 Haley United Cemetery Decoration Service will be held Sunday, July 4 at 1:30 p.m. at the cemetery. If raining the service will be held in the Haley United Church.

MONDAY, JULY 5 Learn the investment strategies of Canada’s Youngest Retiree. Thirty-four year-old Derek Foster’s simple investing approach allowed him to become a millionaire by his mid-30s, and can be followed by anyone. Take this rare opportunity to learn these strategies as they are revealed in person. Ask any questions you want. This presentation might change your financial future! Monday, July 5 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Renfrew Public Library. Admission is free.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 7 The eighth annual Bonnechere Authors Festival welcomes Steven Heighton, author of Afterlands, a Globe and Mail Best Book, at St. Francis Xavier Church Hall, 331 Plaunt St., Renfrew at 7:30 p.m. Des-

sert, coffee and conversation for $15 per person, proceeds to Literacy Plus. Call 613-628-1720 or visit www.literacyplusrenfrewcounty.ca.

JULY 8 DEADLINE Day Bus Trip July 14 to Prince Edward County Wine Tour (Picton) and shopping in Belleville. Departure 7:30 a.m. from the Eganville and District Seniors, 74 Wallace Street, Eganville. Cost is $10 each for transportation. All extra (lunch, taste test, shopping) you pay. Registration before July 9. For more information call 613-628-2354.

SATURDAY, JULY 10 • Calabogie Fish & Game Club Bass Derby from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Also free family fishing weekend. Registration at Barnet Cottage or pre-register at Jim’s Bait & Tackle. Registration fee $10 adults, $5 juniors. $200 for adults heaviest bass, $100 for juniors heaviest bass. Scales close at 3 p.m. Call Brian at 613-752-0453. • Strawberry social at White Lake United Church 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.. Adults $5, kids 10 and under $3. Proceeds to Manse repair.

SATURDAY, JULY 11 The July Valley Singles Lunch will be held on Sunday, July 11 at Logos Land Restaurant, Highway 17, Cobden at 12:30 p.m. For info contact Fay at 613-256-8117 or Johanna at 613-432-7622.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 14 • The next blood donor clinic in Renfrew runs in the St. Joseph’s Catholic High School gymnasium Wednesday, July 14 from 2 to 8 p.m. Call 1-888-2-DONATE to book an appointment.

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JOHN YAKABUSKI, M.P.P. Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke Queen's Park Ofﬁce: Room 202 N.W., Legislative Bldg. Toronto, Ontario M7A 1A8 Tel. (416) 325-2170 Fax (416) 325-2196 E-mail: john.yakabuski@pc.ola.org john.yakabuskico@pc.ola.org Website: johnyakabuski.com

Constituency Ofﬁce: 84 Isabella St. Pembroke, Ontario K8A 5S5 Tel. (613) 735-6627 1-800-267-2515 Fax (613) 735-6692

Ma-Te-Way Park ~RAIN or SHINE

GIANT TIGER

Event Admission: $1.00 per Person + $2.00 Vehicle On-Site Parking is Limited.

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Events & Activities Children’s Parade Join Mayor Sandi Heins at 2:45 pm in front of the Henry Eady

Dwaine’s Auto Body & Towing

(Includes Pancakes, Sausages , Beans & coffee/ tea or juice)

$3 Children, $5 Adults

and Singing of O’Canada by Miss Bailey Rogers

Crafters Market & Bazaar 3:00 - 8:00 pm Dog Team Pulling & Outdoor Adventure Display 3:00 - 8:00 pm

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Demonstrations, Cart Rides & Outdoor Adventure Display Area @ the Toboggan Hill Field

Family Scavenger Hunt 3:30 - 7:30 pm Check in at the White Family Fun Tent

The Kettle Boys 4:00 - 7:30 pm Old Time Rope & Wooden Dancing Doll Making. Demonstration, name stamping, old time games. Fun for All!

Camp Fire Ceilidh 8:00 - 9:00 pm & Live Performance by the Ghost Town Cryers 9:00 - 10:00 pm CANDY FLOSS for sale

June & July Walk In Special Slice of Pizza, Can of Pop, Small Ice Cream Cone from J&J Chocolates

Ma-Te-Way Hall 10:00 am - Noon SINCE 1892

Morning Tournaments

NEW ACTIVITIES THIS YEAR

CLOTHES SHOPS

MIXED BEACH VOLLEYBALL Bump & Smash Starts at 9:00 am

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8th Annual ‘Canada Day Cup’ Tennis Tournament Starts at 10:00 am Open to intermediate players and up, all skill levels welcome. $3.00 per person. Limited to first 32 players. Pre-Registration is Required before June 24th, 2010 Contact Jane @ 432-2241 donnr@sympatico.ca Sponsored by: Renfrew Tennis Club & Mayor Sandi Heins

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PSYCHO-EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENTS Dr. Henry Venema Elizabeth Nesbitt Registered Psychologist

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BEER GARDENS OPEN Noon - 7:00 pm

50/50 Tickets On Sale All Day DRAW @ 9:00 pm On the Stage

Food Vendors 3:00 - 10:00 pm

YOUTH ZONE - 4:00 - 7:00 pm MAC Lobby Tennis Court Area, Sponsored by: Town of Renfrew & Tracey’s Dairy, proudly serving the community for 30 years

FIREWORKS @ 10:00pm

Mr. Chips MAC Canteen Open All Day Cold Drinks, Hot & Cold Food Beaver Bites too!

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MAC HALL 8:00 - 10:00 pm SPORT RENFREW

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Mixed SLOW PITCH ~ Make Up Games ~ Fair Weather Only ~ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Horse Drawn Wagon Rides, Air-Bounce Amusements for All Ages Crafts & Activities for Children, OPP Radar Toss Community Mural Painting ~ Arena Lobby, Pie Eating Contest - 4:00 - 5:00 pm

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Lions Club Sign Dedication Ceremony 1:00 pm All Welcome

Family Fun 3:00 - 8:00 pm

Giant ICE CREAM Sundae at 7:00 pm

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Pancake Brunch

Official Welcoming Ceremony, Flag Raising

Show your Community Spirit & Pride and Decorate Your Front Door for Canada Day!

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Building ~ Dress Up your bike, pet, wagon, carriage in celebration. The Canada Day Children’s Parade leaves the Henry Eady Building at 3:00 pm, parade down Ma-Te-Way Park Drive to the front of the arena. Prizes awarded following ceremony.

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For information, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department

613-432-3131 Questions on July 1? Call 613-432-3033

Phone: 613-433-3752 Toll Free: 866-433-3752 E-mail: info@lochielst.ca

BIG HIT WITH KIDS Renfrew resident Lindsay Tait and daughter Lexi, 19 months, have a friendly encounter with K.C. the Clown. The occasion was the 18th annual Teddy Bear Picnic Saturday morning at Renfrew Victoria Hospital. As a take-off on the famous television series, M*A*S*H, the event is run by *B*A*S*H, or the Bear Ambulatory Surgical Unit. The unit is made up of doctors, dentists, hospital staff and volunteers who tend to the medical needs of visiting youngsters’ teddy bears or other stuffed animals. Mercury photo by Steve Newman

From left, Ethan, Colten (front) and Austin Prins of Cobden stand in front of their grandfather Ted Prins’ airplane at the Fly-in Breakfast held at the Bruce McPhail Memorial Airport just outside of Cobden Sunday morning June 13. At right, a helicopter hovers overhead before landing. Mercury

photos by Peter Clark

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The Champlain Flying Club held its annual fly-in breakfast at the Bruce McPhail Memorial Airfield just outside Cobden on June 13. Dennis Yakaback of the organizing committee noted 630 breakfasts were served. “We went through 94 dozen eggs. I know because I cooked them,” he said with a chuckle. Breakfast also included ham, sausages and baked beans. “We had about 30 planes, which is down a bit,” Yakaback added. The weather was good,

but it didn’t start out that way earlier in the morning, which would have detracted from the number of planes flying in, he observed. Yakaback estimates the fly-in breakfast has been going on annually for more than 30 years. The response is always good. “We have lots of support from the community, Cobden, Pembroke Renfrew, and the cottagers in the area come out and support us.” There is no admission charge, but proceeds from the breakfast go to the upkeep of the airfield.

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COMMUNITY

NATURE

Great blue heron gets its prey on Constant Lake We received this email from David Beck: Hi Jim and Ila: Thought I would relay my great blue heron story to you. We have a heron here on Constant Lake that stalks through our yard and feeds on squirrels and chipmunks. Last year he got four chipmunks that I actually saw, probably more. This week he arrived and went behind our shed and woodpile where I couldn’t see him but a minute or so later he came running across the yard and out into the lake carrying a squirrel. He gave the squirrel a good dunking before he drowned it. I have seen these birds eat almost everything along the shore line, but small mammals are high on their prey list. David Newly hatched great blue heron have ferocious appetites and parents are kept busy feeding them.

JIM FERGUSON SCENE FROM THE HAWK’S EYE

2nd Annual

BRANT GOOSE AT NORWAY LAKE An email from the Harrisons reads: We have included a picture of a Brant goose that appeared on our lawn at the cottage at Norway Lake early Thursday morning. Unfortunately, it was shot through a window towards the rising sun. The goose was here for several hours, alternately feeding on grass and clover, preening, bathing and sleeping. What a rare sight! We also saw two baby loons that hatched near the island opposite our cottage, one yesterday and one the day before. Regards, Bev and Maria Harrison It is unusual to have a Brant goose in this area in June. The arrival of the loons is great news. Thank you for keeping us in the loop, ROBIN COMES KNOCKING Ray Beimers has an American robin attacking its own reflection in three basement windows of the Beimers’ home. The bird has a nesting territory in the area and is defending its nest site. Ray says that the noise is not too bad but the mess left by the bird is not pleasant at all. We advised covering the windows with plastic bags until the young birds fledge. We have found that when the bird ceases to see its reflection it is no longer interested and stops its attacks.

Photo by Richard McManus

A great blue heron stalks its prey. calls of any bird it hears. It repeats the phrases four or more times in a row. Its cousin, the brown thrasher, repeats the phrases three times and the other cousin the gray catbird once or twice. During the mating season, all mimics will sing from dawn to dusk. An email from Brian Eady reads: I saw your article about the bird migration and how the spewing oil might affect birds. The whooping crane came to mind. I had to check as to where their wintering grounds are and they spend the winter on the gulf coast of Texas. That doesn’t sound good for a bird on the endangered species list. The best place to see whooping cranes in winter and it is on coast of the Gulf of Mexico exactly where the oil is collecting. Brian: Thank you for your concern. It must be very discouraging for those birders

a safe haven. • Ila and Jim Ferguson, 53132 River Road, RR 5, Renfrew, Ontario k7V 3Z8 Phone 613432-2738 or email jamesh@nrtco.net

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YELLOW WARBLER NESTS

8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday to Thursday – 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Friday

Wanda and Al Scully have a pair of yellow warblers nesting in a tree near their home. It is rare to find the nests of warblers because the birds are experts at concealing their property. Wanda has noted that one of the young is much bigger than the other. This would indicate that a female cowbird has found the nest and deposited one of her eggs in the nest and it has hatched successfully. If this is the case the young warbler will not survive. If the young cowbird is removed the warbler will have a better chance of fledging.

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NORTHERN MOCKINGBIRD Marlene Hanneman heard a Northern Mockingbird singing in Jack and Audrey MacLarens’ apple orchard. The northern mockingbird is a master singer and is able to mimic the songs and

that have spent many years protecting and caring for the whooping cranes to have this man-made catastrophe occur. We have not heard whether there are any plans to catch the cranes and take them to

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850 O’BRIEN RD., RENFREW

TOWN OF RENFREW

NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PUBLIC MEETING

In the matter of Section 34 of the Planning Act, the Town of Renfrew hereby gives NOTICE OF THE FOLLOWING:

A public meeting regarding an application to amend the Town of Renfrew Zoning By-law 55-90.

Subject Lands

Concession 2, Part Lot 10, known municipally as 630 O’Brien Road, as shown on the attached Key Map.

Plan 38, Lot 215, known municipally as 147 Lisgar Ave., as shown on the attached Key Map.

Public Meeting A public meeting to inform the public of the proposed zoning amendment will be held on July 12th at 7 p.m. in the Town of Renfrew Council Chambers, 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew.

Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment The purpose of the proposed zoning by-law amendment is to rezone the subject lands to permit commercial uses. The effect of the proposed zoning by-law amendment is:

Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment The purpose of the proposed zoning by-law amendment is to rezone the subject lands to permit a commercial hair dressing salon. The effect of the proposed zoning by-law amendment is:

To rezone the subject property from Industrial Mixed Use, (M3-x) to Commercial Highway (C2).

To rezone the subject property from Residential Low Density Special (R1-x) to Commercial General (C1).

Additional information regarding the proposed amendment are available for public inspection at the Town Hall during regular ofﬁce hours between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm., Monday to Friday, from the Development & Works Department, 2nd Floor, Town Hall, 127 Raglan Street South.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Town of Renfrew before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Town of Renfrew, to the Ontario Municipal Board.

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

NOTE: One of the purposes of the Planning Act is to provide for planning processes that are open, accessible, timely and efﬁcient. Accordingly, all written submissions, documents, correspondence, e-mails or other communications (including your name and address) form part of the public record and will be disclosed/made available by the /local Municipality to such persons as the local Municipality sees ﬁt, including anyone requesting such information. Accordingly, in providing such information, you shall be deemed to have consented to its use and disclosure as part of the planning process.

Dated at the Town of Renfrew this 21st day of June, 2010.

__________________________

Julie Stewart McAdoo, MCIP, RPP Town Planner

Julie Stewart McAdoo, MCIP, RPP Town Planner KEY MAP

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June 24, 2010 - The Renfrew Mercury

TOWN OF RENFREW

Authors Festival continues in Eganville

From Page 16 will talk about his book, Peace Guerilla. Heighton’s most recent novel Festival profits go to Literacy Plus, whose webis Every Lost County, which he site is www.literacyplus-renfrewcounty.ca. For talked about at the spring 2010 more details about Literacy Plus, call 613-628-1720. Ottawa International Writers Festival. He will do so again at OFFICE the Bonnechere Authors Festival. 613-623-7922 He’ll also talk about some of his 330 White Lake Rd., Enright Real Estate poetry, including his recently- Brokerage Arnprior, Ont. published Patient Frame. Sharon Enright Broker of Record The other three Wednesdaynight stops in the festival are at Eganville’s St. James Catholic CHARMING Church at 7:30 p.m. Each night EWCE EASY TO LIVE IN N I features dessert, coffee and conCONTEMPORARY PR versation for $15 per evening or DESIGN $50 for the series. New Lovely 3 Bedroom Tickets are available in advance Bungalow; 1722 sq. ft., Stone Exterior. 3 Bathrooms, at Money Concepts, and at the door. Hardwood Floors; Fireplace; The Eganville stops are July 14 with Catherine Gildiner’s Af- Finished lower level with Rec Room and 2 Bedrooms. Double Garage. ter the Falls, July 21 with Maggie Back Deck; landscaped. Paved Drive. $329,500. Call Sharon Enright 613-623-7922. Wheeler’s On a Darkling Plain, and July 28 with Foymount-based supporter of: Royal LePage Shelter Foundation Ben Hoffman. The international Proud Safer homes. Safer communities peace negotiator and arbitrator

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LITERACY

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PETER VINCENT BROKER

Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage A locally owned Independent Member Broker

330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3

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T JUS D E LIST

STEWART ST 7 PLEX. Asking $275,000 for this 7 unit property in two buildings on one lot. MLS# 762870

999 OPEONGO RD Asking $175,000 for this solid brick 3+1 BR home on 1 acre lot overlooking golf gourse. Newer windows and roof, new septic in 06. MLS# 762473.

GREAT VALUE. GREAT HOME

Quality constructed brick bungalow, paved drive, double car garage, minutes from town. MLS# 753276.

EXCEPTIONAL HOME 493 Barr St, Upgrades throughout this three storey home. Four bedrooms including 3rd ﬂoor master with 3 pc ensuite fenced rear yard, upgraded wiring, plumbing. MLS# 741710

A AW OTT ER RIV

88 ACRE FARM Solid brick home, guest cottage, with several good outbuildings and riding ring. MLS#749765

CENTENNIAL LAKE ACCESS 71 Clost Lane, Well constructed raised bungalow with over 6 acres of land. Spacious interior Detached garage. MLS# 755908

PERFECT FAMILY RETREAT Enjoy this summer at the river only minutes from town. Three bedrooms, good shoreline, miles of river to explore. MLS#756449

EDGE OF TOWN LOT At the foot of Thompson Hill in Horton Twp. ½ acre lot, perfect location to build your dream home. Call Peter @ 433-0319 MLS#748648

15 SENIORS CRES. Asking $79,900, Bright and tastefully decorated interior, 2006 mobile home with a large covered porch and detached workshop. MLS# 758591

COMING SOON

D L SO TRANQUIL YET CHARACTERISTIC

AFFORDABLE THREE BEDROOM Asking $129,900. 79 Mutual Ave. Quiet location, spacious interior, 215 ft deep lot, new gas furnace 2007, newer windows, 200 amp service. MLS #759365

HORTON HEIGHTS FAMILY HOME Well cared for home in family oriented location, with four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, ﬁnished basement, attached garage, oversized yard. MLS #746108

EADY RD Currently under construction, GST/HST incl. new home on great lot, Call Peter for details.

CENTENNIAL LAKE RD 4.5 acre lot ready for building, close to water access. MLS# 743026

LANARK RD Only $19,900 for this building lot minutes from Calabogie. MLS #752824

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Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage A locally owned Independent Member Broker

HELEN VINCENT Broker of Record Res. 432-3711

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HUNTER GATE SUBDIVISION SUNDAY, JUNE 27th – 2 - 4 p.m. 145 ELK STREET Corner, 2 Storey, Garden Home

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2 CUSTOM TWO-STOREY HOMES. EACH 3 BEDROOMS, 1.5 BATHS. 137 & 145 ELK ST.

3 CUSTOM BUNGALOWS EACH 2 BEDROOMS. 176, 178, 180 ELK ST.

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62 MUNROE AVE. E 2 STOREY BRICK HOME - centrally located - 3 bedrooms, L.R. with ﬁreplace - hardwood ﬂooring under carpeting - storage at rear - new gas furnace - det. sgle. garage - Call Helen @ 432-0058.

NE W E P R IC

HWY #60 COMMERCIAL LAND Can be sold in one parcel or 3 individual parcels - excellent exposure - edge of town - fully serviced. First parcel: 152.60x395.71 Second parcel: 149.05x127.99 Third parcel: 191.83x211.46. Call Helen for details 432-0058.

234 FOXDEN ST. BRAND NEW 3 B.R. BUNGALOW with ceramic & hardwood & vinyl - 2 baths - main ﬂoor laundry - fully serviced lot & fully warrantied - Beautiful home - Call Helen to view @ 432-0058.

LOTS FOR SALE

2402 LOCHWINNOCH RD. R.R.#1 RENFREW 3 BEDROOM SPACIOUS BUNGALOW with laundry on main level - good sized lot - L.R. with ﬁreplace - mins. from highway 17 & mins. from Renfrew. Call Helen @ 432-0058.

525 ABERDEEN ST. SOLID BRICK BUNGALOW WITH 2 + 1 BEDROOMS + 2 baths - new stone ﬁreplace in lower level - deck at rear - newer kitchen & windows & doors - in immaculate condition - Call Helen @ 432-0058.

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• HURDS LAKE (Rosebrugh Rd.) 3 building lots • BARRYVALE, MORNINGSIDE CRT. 2 acres - treed lot - test holes completed

1513A WHELAN RD. R.R. #4 RENFREW OUTSTANDING QUALITY AND DESIRABLE FLOOR PLAN - 3 B.R.’s - 2 fully ﬁnished levels - 2 baths large family rm. - superb view - Call Helen @ 432-0058.

• HARAMIS DR. (MANOR ESTATES) Fully serviced lots • COMM. BUILDING LOT Raglan St. N. • OTTERIDGE AVE 16 lots - fully serviced CALL HELEN @ 432-0058

25832 HWY. # 41 GRIFFITH A BUSY LOCATION AND A BUSY ENTERPRISE! Confectionery store plus new gas pumps, apt. above main store, house rental adjacent & lots of storage - your chance to succeed on your own! - Call Helen @ 432-0058.

247 JAMES CR. BRAND NEW ROOF ON THIS 3 B.R. BACKSPLIT HOME - A-1 residential location - 2 levels ﬁnished 1.5 baths - double paved drive - Call Helen @ 432-0058.

MADAWASKA RIVER

NE W E P R IC

15 SENIOR CRES. MINK LAKE 531 MOORE ST

DAVID VINCENT Sales Representative Office 613-432-7562 Cell 613-401-2824 david@remaxrenfrew.com

This 2 bedroom home is at the end of a cul-de-sac and private. A newer furnace and wiring. This home needs ﬁnishing and is priced accordingly. Steps away from Victoria Hospital. Call David 613-401-2824. $89,500. MLS#757098

230 FOXDEN ST. CHOOSE YOUR CABINETRY AND COLOURS BEFORE THIS BEGINS - 3 bedroom brand new bungalow about to be built in an up & coming location. Call Helen for details 432-0058.

Situated in a quiet setting steps away from Whitetail Golf Club and even closer to Mink Lake this home with Central A/C, large covered porch, and a newer storage shed has everything you need. Do not miss out on this. $79,900 . Call David to view. 613-401-2824. MLS#758591

71 CLOST LANE WATERFRONT LOT Madawaska River waterfront lot ready for your dream home or cottage. 155 feet of waterfront 5 miles from Grifﬁth. Lot has been cleared and ready to build. Call David for info 613-401-2824. $75,000 + G.S.T.

Enjoy this completely ﬁnished and well maintained 3 bedroom home with over 6 acres of property. A dock on the banks of Centennial Lake gives access to an incredible body of water. This home and property will impress you. Call David to view 613-401-2824. $249,900. MLS#755908

June 24, 2010 - The Renfrew Mercury

RENFREW COUNTY

SENIORS

Seniors worthy of celebration JUDY EWART Renfrew & Area Seniors’ Home Support

June is seniors month, a time to celebrate seniors and all they have done for us and our communities. While we traditionally define a senior as someone who is 65 or older, Renfrew & Area Seniors’ Home Support provide services to people age 60 and over. Whatever age we define a senior as though, seniors are worthy of celebration as they have helped to build our communities and continue to make our country a great place to live. Statistics Canada has produced A Portrait of Seniors in Canada, to provide an overview of the seniors population in our country. Using statistics from 2005, this report states that the number of seniors

in Canada increased from 2.4 million in 1981 to 4.2 million in 2005 and they project that by the year 2036 the number of seniors in Canada is expected to be 9.8 million or almost 25 per cent of our population. In Ontario, seniors account for 12.8 per cent of the total population, but in Renfrew County one in six people, or 17 per cent of the population, is senior. Of these seniors, 95 per cent remain living in the community in their own homes or with family. With so many seniors living in their own homes, services that can assist them to remain as independent as possible benefit not only our communities but can help to reduce healthcare costs. Friendly visitors help reduce the effects of isolation and loneliness,

telephone security checks ensure the clients’ well-being, volunteer drivers assist seniors to get to their medical appointments, home maintenance workers help keep the home in good repair and safe and frozen meals/grocery delivery ensures seniors get the nutrition they need. While our services help seniors to maintain their independence, our volunteer opportunities allow seniors to remain active, give back to their communities and receive the health benefits of volunteering. To all our seniors, thank you for all you have done to build our community and continue to do to make this a great place to live. • Judy Ewart is co-ordinator of volunteers for Renfrew & Area Seniors’ Home Support.

Mercury photo by Peter Clark

ONE STEP CLOSER TO REALITY Barb Bristow, right, of the Bonnechere Manor Foundation accepts a big cheque for $500 for the Manor Auditorium Campaign. Making the presentation is Marilyn Campbell of the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Women’s League at their June dinner meeting in Charlie’s Restaurant. The funds were a part of the proceeds from the CWL’s rummage sale May 29.

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394690

Well maintained home on 2 acres of picturesque treed property. 3 bedroom home with ﬁnished lower level featuring a bright kitchen with patio doors leading to a large deck overlooking a landscaped yard. Outbuildings galore and a screened gazebo! Close to lakes for boating and ﬁshing.

TERESA B. HALEY Broker of Record

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613-623-7922 Res: 613-622-5817 WATERFRONT CHOICES Ted Kelly

SUNDAY JUNE 27th, 2-4p.m. Doll House like brand new Stainless Steel Appliances included Only $169,900 Call Jenn.

OPEN HOUSE

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SHARED WATERFRONT ACCESS

Lisa Dunbar, Sales Rep. (cell) 613-633-0062

73 Plaunt Street, Renfrew 613-433-3626

On picturesque Hurd’s Lake, $575,000 Brand new bungalow with 3 car garage. Call Jenn.

29 ft trailer, with 100 amp service and deep well. Great site to build a home or cottage in Springtown. MLS #739132 $125,000

WATER FRONT HOME

MLS# 755190.

NEW LISTING Tranquil private setting on Bonnechere River. $225,000. Amazing fishing. Call Jenn.

MLS# 763166.

3 BR 2 bath, with workshop garage on Muskrat Lake. Buy and retire to this tranquil location, 25 minutes to Renfrew. MLS#746124 $279,000 CALL TED KELLY TODAY!

397170

613-623-7303

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MUSKRAT LAKE WATERFRONT - 96 ACRES WITH 400 FT. FRONTAGE $179,000.

MLS# 759761

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$225,000 WATERFRONT - Completely private retreat ideal for those looking for solitude and tranquility. Great ﬁshing from 800+ feet of shoreline or take small boat, canoe or kayak out to explore the ﬂowing waters of the Bonnechere River. Plus guest cabin and 2000+ sq ft garage/workshop. Only mins to shopping. MLS#763166. Call Lisa for details.

2.3 ACRES - Lovely location to build your dream home. Land is cleared and ready to build at back with trees providing privacy from the road at front. New gravel drive and culvert. Hydro at driveway. $39,900. Call Lisa for details.

This very private undeveloped property has much potential. If you prefer to play on the water or on the land or just want to build your dream home and enjoy the amazing view overlooking Muskrat Lake this property is for you! Call Teri MLS 742336.

4.6 ACRES FERGUSON LAKE RD. EXCELLENT BUILDING LOT, IN A 4-SEASON RECREATIONAL AREA, CLOSE TO SKI HILL, BOAT LAUNCH AND GOLF COURSE.

CALL TERI!

SKIPPY HALE

Greater Madawaska Public Library

Happy National Aboriginal Day! As we celebrate the Summer Solstice, let us appreciate our earth and all its blessings. Listen to the rivers as they flow bringing life-giving sustenance to us. Enjoy the sun, the sky and all of the flora and fauna around us. With the events in the Gulf, we know that we neglect these gifts to our peril.

The Greater Madawaska Public Library is building the collection of materials by and about Canada’s aboriginal peoples. At the February conference, I met with a distributor of these materials. Since we are so close to Golden Lake, I asked specifically for books on the Algonquin peoples and customs. Learn about the various dances, music and stories. In the Valley we love our fiddle music and there is a book about the Métis fiddlers. Come in and cool off on those hot mug-

gy days. Enjoy one or many gardening magazines or books. There are DVDs and VHS tapes for every do-it-yourself task inside or outside, from birdhouses to decks and retaining walls. The kids can sit in the ‘snuggle-up-and-read centre’, watch a video at the listening centre or use the many craft materials or toys. The TD Summer Program starts July 7 and runs every Wednesday afternoon throughout July and August. Call or drop in to the library and register. It’s free!

Let’s go on safaris and explore the world of jungle animals, insects and plants. The final total for the half-marathon fundraiser was $1,789.65. Congratulations to Dani Emon and Maxine Allen for their kind efforts on behalf of the library. The community responded very generously. I also wish to thank Shooters, Calabogie Pizzeria, Pinky’s and Calabogie Family Grocery for their contributions. The library will be closed Canada Day week. Place returns in the drop-box.

RENFREW COUNTY ROSS PEEVER

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Sales Representative Res.

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LAKE DORE

Totally renovated two storey home. Remodelled Kitchen, L.R., Family Room, 1 - 4pc bath, second floor has 3 BDRs with New 1-3 pc bath, Re-insulated, Re-wired, Forced Air Oil, 1 Car detached garage which is fully insulated. Metal Shed on property. Host Ross 433-1133

711 RAGLAN ST. S. Large kit., LR, 1 BDR, 1 - 4 pc. bath. 2nd floor consists of 2 BDRs, rec. room, 1 - 2 pc. One BDR, plus laundry room located in basement. 1 car attached garage. Large lot. Call Ross 433-1133.

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Family home on beautiful shores of Lake Dore. 165 ft. of magnificent, eye catching waterfront. Private, great swimming, fishing, south facing. Built in 1993. Houses has 5 BDRS (5th BDR is currently used as a home office) 2 bathrooms, large kit., D.R., family living room overlooking lake plus rec room with bar. Attached double garage, gazebo, dock, central air/central vac. Large deck. Roof just shingled. 3.2 acres of easily maintained grounds. 10 mins to shops Call Ross for details. 433-1133

624 INGLIS RD. Want to live in the country for under $160,000? Check this out! Kit, L.R., 2 BDR, 1-4pc bath, full basement, new F.A. oil, plus separate F.A. wood furnace, lot 177’x 276’. Note: cost to live here is minimum. Call Ross 433-1133

DY SAN H C BEA

OTTAW A RIVER

399 LEAVOY LANE Summer cottage on flat sandy beach, lot 60’x196’. Cottage has open concept kit, L.R., 2 BDR., 100 amp service. Asking $179,000. Call

Ross 433-1133 for viewing.

1032A MARY ST. DOUGLAS 1.5 storey home with addition Kit, L.R., 1 BDR, 1-3 pc bath on main floor. 3 BDR, 1-4pc bath on second floor. Full unfinished basement, drilled well, holding tank for septic. Asking $79,900. Call Ross 433-1133

TRIPLEX

36 KNOX TERRACE, EGANVILLE 511 NEW STREET 4 FRANKLIN ST. HYNDFORD Great starter home, with large kit, L.R., 3 BDR, 1-4 pc bath, steel roof, mudroom, home remodelled, outdoor steel shed, 12’x16’ with power. Asking $135,500. Call Ross 433-1133

1.5 Storey Home, Kit, Separate DR, LR with hardwood FL. Second Floor consists of 3 BDRs, 1-4pc bath, large front porch 7’x15’, F.A. Gas, Paved Drive, property backs onto park, close to centre town. Central air. Asking $139,900. Host Ross 433-1133

RECREATIONAL FARM 180 acres, 150 acres, 20 acre pond, House 5 years old with 2 car attached garage; 4 year old shed & totally insulated, several older outbuildings, plus cabin in state of repair. No Hydro. Call Ross for details. Asking $289,000. Note NO GST.

Apt 1 includes Kit, LR, 2 BDRs, 1-3 pc bath. Rent $650/month plus Heat + Hydro. Apt 2 includes Kit, LR, 2 BDRs, 1-4 pc bath. Rent $650/month plus Heat + Hydro. Vendor pays Half Heat in Apt 1 & Apt 2. Apt 3 includes Kit, LR, 2 BDRs, 1- 4 Pc Bath. Rent $600/month plus Heat + Hydro. Large Lot Asking $139,900. Call Ross for Details 433.1133.

NEW ACREAGE LISTINGS 46 ACRES - HALLIDAY

6 ACRES

Located near Springtown. Creek runs through property and leads to Madawaska River. Approx. 5 6 acres on Grist Mill Rd. Small pond on property. Asking $59,900 acres cleared land on front of property, Asking $159,900. Call Ross for Details 433-1133. BUILDING LOT 85’X194’

314 ACRES

Lauraine Cres, with water access to Hurd’s Lake. Call Ross for Details 433-1133

Approximately 700 ± of Road frontage on old Hwy 17. Mostly Bush. Mixture of soft wood and hard 2.95 ACRE LOT WITH POND wood. Approximately 15 to 20 acres of open fields, several very good building lots on property, Brohart Rd. Severed & Surveyed Asking $29,900. Call Ross for Details 433-1133. probably could be severed. Asking $259,000.

1.50 ACRE LOT WITH POND

Brohart Rd. Severed & Surveyed Asking $27,900. Call Ross for Details 433-1133.

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Century 21 EADY REALTY, INC. Brokerage

29 Raglan St. S., Renfrew, ON K7V 1P8 Res.

www.century21.ca/eadyrealty

JUST LISTED CONFUSED ABOUT THE HST AND IT’S IMPACT ON REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS? CENTURY 21 CAN HELP CALL TODAY!

COMMERCIAL LISTINGS

30 HINCKS

914 Gillan Road

1181 Highway 60

48 BLAIR

#5 CHARLIES LANE

$234,500 Own a piece of the Madawaska without the high price. 3 bedrm bungalow with ﬁnished lower level on 1.7 acre park like lot. Beautiful decking there is even a goldﬁsh pond. Call Dennis 613-432-0041 MLS #762013

CENTENNIAL LAKE

Sparkling home on huge town lot with shed and garage. Basement built-ins will delight the handyman. Cozy rear family room. Large kitchen with plenty of cupboards. Spacious bedrooms. Ready for you to move in. Call Morris 613-432-1830 MLS#755219

OPEN HOUSE WED., JUNE 30TH 6:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. 143 RAGLAN ST.

432-0041

Cell

Sales Rep.

401-0197

17 BUSCOMB LANE

Cell

433-4082

2855 - B HWY 132

CALABOGIE LAKE

Enjoy year round recreational living in this immaculate 2 bedroom bungalow done to a “T”! This move in ready home has F/A heat, certiﬁed wood stove, A/C, solarium offering views of the lake & the Peaks. A truly lovely home on the water. Call Patti for a showing 613-401-0197.

MLS#758664

12398 LANARK RD.

Just 10km from town. 4 bedrms, 3 1/2 Baths, soaring sunrm, beautifully ﬁnished on all 3 levels. Hardwood and softwood ﬂoors. Situated on just under 10 acres of parklike land. Call Dennis 613-432-0041 MLS #761251

227 MCLEAN ST.

447 MAYHEW

1600 s.f. high ranch with deeded access to Centennial/Black Donald Lake! Tons of quality windows and set amid towering pines on 1 acre, this home is ready for the new owner’s ﬁnishing touches. Well has been drilled. $229,900. Call Patti to view 613-401-0197

This super hi-ranch close to Calabogie has 3 large bedrooms, 2 baths, screened in porch and partially ﬁnished lower level. Custom designed and tastefully decorated - an ideal family home. Only 9 years old! $219,900. Call Patti to view 613-401-0197

A nice ﬂoor plan offering a generous sized kitchen dining area, huge updated bath and main ﬂoor laundry. 2 good sized bedrms on 2nd level. Quaint front porch. Immediate occupancy available. Call Dennis 613-432-0041 MLS 757590

75 MUTUAL AVE

ABERDEEN ST

860 SNAKE RIVER LINE

GOOD VALUE

Private & perched on the top of Kennelly Mountain, this solidly built home features 3 bedrooms, loft area, wood heat, detached garage & views you’ll never tire of! Call Patti 401-0197. MLS#741562

Cell

Charlene Riopelle Badour

Sales Rep.

Real Estate Broker

WATER ACCESS

Excellent commercial shop on one acre. Gas heat and air conditioning offer year round comfort for your business and employees. Good ofﬁce and showroom area. Call Dennis 613-432-0041

Great high visibility location for your business. Over 4 acres on Renfrew’s edge with town water and sewer right to the lot. Priced to sell at $250,000. Call Dennis 613-432-0041 MLS #749677

Broker of Record Cell 432-1830

432-9025

WATERFRONT

2 storey commercial building on Renfrew’s main street. Great space to start your own business. Main level features 3 separate retail spaces. Upper level with 4-1 bedroom apartments. Call Morris @ 613-432-1830. MLS #763010

Patti Reid

Dennis Yakaback

Morris Eady

432-2100

NEW PRICE

$149,900

Affordable open concept family home in a good neighbourhood has 3+1 bedrooms, fresh paint, new carpets, 2 bathrooms, FA gas, A/C, large back yard & inviting front porch. $228,888. Call Patti to view this charming home 613-401-0197.

MLS#758060

49 STEVENSON CRES

Extra large lot makes this home feel like country living! Features include 1.5 baths, main ﬂoor laundry room, supersized kitchen with lots of cupboards and a detached garage. Call Patti to view 613-401-0197 MLS#752901

Phase 1,2 & 3 SOLD OUT. Phase 4 - ONLY ONE LEFT. Over 1200 sf, 2bds, 2 bath, hardwood, ceramic $205,900. Call Morris Eady (Broker of Record) 613-432-1830

161 READY AVE

72 STRINGERS LANE

NEW PRICE

This home deserves more than just a glance! 4 bedrms, 2 baths, ﬁnished basement, large windows overlook a private rear yard and beautiful inground pool with ample decking. Call Dennis to view 613-432-0041 MLS #753250

Super 4 bedroom home in town on the Bonnechere River. Host: Patti @ 613-4010197. MLS #757702

Cozy bungalow on the Madawaska. Walkout basement. Large front deck. Family room with woodstove. Call Dennis 613432-0041 MLS #754634

OPEN HOUSE

6647-B HIGHWAY 132

1487 GOSHEN RD

327 LISGAR

Perennial gardens and sweeping lawns are highlights of this 2 bedroom 2 bath home on 3.8 acres minutes from town. Call Dennis 613-432-0041 MLS 750888

On Duty This Weekend

$20,000 PRICE REDUCTION

6015 CENTENNIAL LAKE DR.

1266 FRASER RD

D L SO

At $189,900. This family home just needs a little bufﬁng to make it shine! Custom kitchen. Spacious family room with woodstove. Formal living room with ﬁreplace. 3 good sized bedrooms. 1 1/2 baths. A back yard you just have to see. Call Dennis 613-432-0041 MLS #750871

SUN., JUNE 27TH 2 P.M. - 4 P.M.

Is there a farm in your future. Updated farmhouse on 100 acres of land, 95 tillable. Call Dennis 613-432-0041 MLS #757945 $299,900

Charlene Riopelle Badour

Stop in for a look at this one of a kind home. Public boat launch on Centennial Lake close by. Very low maintenance. Call Morris @ 613-4321830. MLS #759489

Entrepeneur wanted! Good living quarters over large ofﬁce area. Attached insulated shop and detached 40’x70’ shop. Additional outbuildings. Great for ﬂea market, self storage business or retail sales. A bargain at 159,900. Call Dennis 613-432-0041. MLS #751068

Sales Rep $249,900 Good value here. 3+1 bedrm raise bungalow. Beautiful updated kitchen. Finished lower level. 2 car attached garage + oversized detached. Lot is lovely with maple trees and gardens. Call Dennis 613-432-0041 MLS #755589

2+ 1 Bedrms, Large bright kitchen overlooks a deep rear yard. Garage is all drywalled and insulated offering great space for a shop or home business. Immediate occupancy is available. $139,900 call Dennis 613-432-0041 MLS# 757839

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NEW LISTING

311 DUFF ST TRENDY 1.5 STOREY HOME ON QUIET DEAD END STREET. MANY UPDATES. NEW FLOORING, KITCHEN HAS NEW CABINETS. 2 BEDROOMS & UPDATED 4 PC BATH. GAS FURNACE 2008, ATT GARAGE, NICE YARD AND GARDEN AREA. PAVED DOUBLE DRIVEWAY. AFFORDABLE FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS. MLS #763314

Gerry O'Neil Broker of Record/Owner 613-432-2333

Marianne Carroll Broker/Sales Rep. 613-433-4275

Kelly Derue Broker/Sales Rep. 613-433-2681

Sherri Cobus Sales Representative 613-432-1947

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OPEN HOUSE

58 Barnet Blvd

170 Queen Street

127 Peter Street

34 Munroe Ave E

SAT JUNE 26, 2010 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

SUN JUNE 27, 2010 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Your Host: Kelly Derue, Broker

613-433-2681 MLS #757792

613-433-2681 MLS #756885

613-432-1947 MLS #752986

Nicely decorated interior... Very economical home to maintain

Very clean, neat and tidy with great backyard.

Great first home or income property. Many upgraded Features!

OTTAWA RIVER WATERFRONT BACK SPLITYEAR HOME. A FOUR SEASON PARAENJOY THIS ROUND COTTAGE DISEACCESS JUST WAITING THE NEXT SAT JUNE 26, 2010 WITH WATER TO VIRGINFOR LAKE. FAMILY TO ENJOY. BOASTING WITH YEAR ROUND ACTIVITIES. 3 BRS. KIT THIS 3WITH BEDROOM UPDATED.CHARACTER, FAMILY ROOM AIR HOME 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm IS GRACED A WRAP Your Host: Sherri Cobus, Sales Rep. TIGHT WOOD STOVE +WITH ELECTRIC HEAT,AROUND DECK, IN THE PINES AND 4PC BATH. GREATNESTLED VIEW OF LAKE FROM 613-432-1947 MLS #753388 JUST STEPS THE WELLEVGROOMED DECKS. TURN KEY FROM COMES WITH Great first home or downsizing home SANDY BEACH! CALL TODAY FOR ERYTHING . GREAT SPOT FOR FAMILY with detached garage. A must see! CALL FORYOUR MOREVIEWING INFO MLS#748982

SUN JUNE 27, 2010 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Your Host: Sherri Cobus, Sales Rep.

FEATURE PROPERTY

CENTENNIAL LAKE

368 DOMBROSKIE ROAD 3551 OPEONGO ROAD • RESTORED CENTURY LOG HOME • WELL LOVED HOBBY FARM ON 17+ ACRES • EXCELLENT GARDENING GROUNDS • GREAT OUTBUILDINGS • 4 BEDROOMS & 3 BATHS • $344,900 MLS#760457

• LARGE FAMILY HOME WITH 4 BEDROOMS • PRIVATE LOCATION WITH EASY COMMUTE • MUCH ATTENTION TO DETAIL THROUGHOUT • 3 SIDED FIREPLACE • MAPLE KITCHEN WITH GRANICRETE COUNTER TOPS • PEACEFUL GAZEBO • $425,000 MLS#762463

MCBRIDE ROAD • • • •

NEW HOME BEING BUILT SITUATED ON PRIVATE .99 ACRES SINGLE ATTACHED GARGE HARDWOOD & CERAMIC THOUGHOUT • OPEN CONCEPT DESIGN • COME IN TODAY FOR A COPY OF THE FLOOR PLAN • $269,000 MLS#762331

63 ALVA DRIVE

65 PLAUNT ST N • MOVE IN CONDITION • 2 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE IN QUIET CUL-DE-SAC • HARDWOOD ON MAIN FLOOR • GAS FIREPLACE • NICELY LANDSCAPED WITH PAVED AREA FOR DOUBLE PARKING • $245,000 MLS#761671

61 PLAUNT ST N • • • • •

MAINTENANCE FREE BUNGALOW NEW ROOF TO BE INSTALLED 2 +1 BEDROOMS LARGE LOT 80’ X 155’ WALKING DISTANCE TO LIBRARY & GROCERY STORE • $269,900 MLS#760453

SITUATED ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF COBDEN ON PRIVATE DEEP LOT. WELL MAINTAINED BUNGALOW FEATURING WONDERFUL GROUNDS, 2 FIREPLACES, 2 VERANDAH’S, CENTRAL AIR, CENTRAL VAC, FINISHED LOWER LEVEL. TOO MANY FEATURES TO LIST CALL TODAY FOR YOUR VIEWING! MLS#755689

NEW PRICE

34 MORNING FLIGHT COURT • PRIVATE 1.35 ACRES IN CALABOGIE • BUNGALOW BUILT IN 2007 • PROPANE FIREPLACE • LARGE EAT-IN KITCHEN WITH OAK CABINETS • 12 X 30’ DECK OVERLOOKING BACK YARD • $369,000 MLS#756120

21 EASTERN AVE • • • •

2+ 2 BEDROOM BUNGALOW QUIET SUBDIVSION IN GRIFFITH DETACHED INSULATED GARAGE JUST AROUND THE CORNER FROM PUBLIC BOAT LAUNCH • HI-SPEED INTERNET & GENERATOR HOOK-UP MLS# 750207 • $182,500

873 FERGUSLEA ROAD • • • •

47 ACRES TO LIVE & PLAY 3 BEDROOM, 2 STOREY JUST MINUTES TO RENFREW ATTACHED DOUBLE GARAGE + DETACHED STORAGE BUILDING • PRIVACY GUARANTEED MLS#751642 • $349,000

DECORATING BONUS

56 GRATTON ROAD • 2 STOREY FAMILY HOME • 2 YEARS OLD • CENTRALLY LOCATED BETWEEN RENFREW & PEMBROKE • PRIVATE COUNTRY LOCATION • BEAUTIFUL HARDWOOD & CERAMIC • $232,400 MLS#739224

127 RAGLAN ST N FAMILY FRIENDLY HOME 2 STOREY, 4 BEDROOMS COMMERCIAL ZONING CENTRAL AIR + NEWER WINDOWS • NEW HIGH EFFICIENCY FURNACE • $199,900 MLS#752961

640 COLTON ROAD • 200 ACRES TO EXPLORE • 4 BEDROOM HUNTCAMP FOR IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY • ALL PLUMBED & WIRED WITH WOOD STOVE • CREEK AND SEVERAL PONDS • NATURAL TIMBER & SOME RED PINE • $239,900 MLS#749834

W AT E R F R O N T P R O P E R T I E S

661 GRAPHITE BAY ROAD

• • • •

463 JESSUP ROAD • EASY COMMUTE TO RENFREW OR PEMBROKE • WELL MAINTINED 2 + 2 BEDROOM BUNGALOW • DETACHED INSULATED GARAGE • NEEDS TO BE SEEN TO BE APPRECIATED • 2 MIN WALK TO MINK LAKE • $295,900 MLS#747241

17 ROYAL PINES ROAD • 4 LEVELS OF LIVING SPACE ON OUTSKIRTS OF EGANVILLE • FINISHED REC ROOM • 4 BEDROOMS + 3 BATHS • WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE • WORKSHOP + SINGLE & DOUBLE GARAGE MLS#756905 • $222,000

5961 MATAWATCHAN RD • AFFORDABLE BUNGALOW IN GRIFFITH • OUTBUILDINGS FOR ALL YOUR TOYS • PRIVATE & SET BACK OFF THE ROAD • WOOD STOVE IN LIVING ROOM • LOW MAINTENACE MLS#750207 • $79,500

• BLACK DONALD WATERFRONT HOME • 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW • DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE + 24’X10’ WORKSHOP • OPEN CONCEPT WITH HARDWOOD FLOORS • DOCK & STORAGE UNIT AT WATER MLS#753674 • $299,900

468B BAGOT LONG LAKE ROAD • SMALLER 3KM TRANQUIL LAKE • GREAT FAMILY COTTAGE • IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY SO YOU CAN ENJOY THE SUMMER • INCLUDES MOST CONTENTS OF COTTAGE • SEPTIC INSTALLED & LAKE INTAKE WATER • $249,900 MLS#760470

CALL TODAY FOR INFORMATION ON BUILDING LOTS, WATERFRONT AND COMMERCIAL LAND OR CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE @ www.royallepageoneil.com

74 MCCREARY LANE • LIVE & PLAY ON THE OTTAWA RIVER • SANDY BEACH WITH GRADUAL SLOPE • WRAP AROUND DECK & NESTLED IN THE PINES • EXTRAORDINARY MASTER BEDROOM • 3 BAY DETACHED GARAGE MLS#7748982 • $424,900

OPEN HOUSE 97 Airth Blvd

NEW PRICE

208 PATRICK AVE • IMMACULATE 3 BEDROOM HOME • OVERSIZED KITCHEN WITH OAK CABINETS • NEW DECK AND POOL • LARGE TOWN LOT • ALL UPGRADES ARE COMPLETE • $169,900 MLS#759521

234 SIDNEY AVE • FRONT ENTRANCE WITH SPACIOUS MUD ROOM • MANY UPDATES CALL TO VIEW • JET TUB IN 4PC BATH • FINISHED 3RD LEVEL WITH PULL DOWN STAIRS • VERY PRIVATE YARD • $159,900 MLS#759179

35 BRUCE STREET • AFFORDABLE HOME IN EGANVILLE • IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY • MAJORITY OF HOUSE RENOVATED • 2 NEWER DECKS • LOWER LEVEL REC ROOM • $99,900 MLS#754896

12726 LANARK ROAD • BUSINESS & HOME • 2 BEDROOM BUNGALOW • ESTABLISHED AUTO MECHANIC GARAGE • GOOD CLIENTELE • VIEW OF MADAWASKA RIVER • $229,000 MLS#759360

WED JUNE 30, 2010 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Your Host: Kelly Derue, Broker

613-433-2681 MLS #752968 $197,000. Large Solarium

368973

540 ABERDEEN STREET • CLOSE TO SCHOOL AND HOSPITAL • UPGRADED WINDOWS, SHINGLES & FLOORING • 2 + 1 BEDROOM BUNGALOW • 1.5 DETACHED GARAGE • PRIVATE REAR YARD • $179,900 MLS#757855

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Open House Guide

Donna Nych Broker of Record COLDWELL BANKER VALLEY WIDE REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE

613-623-7303 1-800-897-1841

Your key to must-see homes in the area!

donna-nych@coldwellbanker.ca

613-623-7303

www.coldwellbanker.ca or mls.ca

OPEN HOUSE - SUN JUNE 26TH THURSDAY, JUNE 24, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. 284 Thompson Ave. HOST: Ross Peever, Sales Rep. Re/Max Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage (613) 432-7562 (613) 433-1133

SATURDAY, JUNE 26, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 58 Barnet Blvd. HOST: Sherri Cobus, Sales Rep. Royal LePage O’Neil Realty Brokerage (613) 432-1947

SUNDAY, June 27, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, June 30, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

6015 Centennial Lake Dr. HOST: Morris Eady Century 21 Eady Realty Inc. Brokerage

143 Raglan St. HOST: Dennis Yakaback Century 21 Eady Realty Inc. Brokerage

Office: (613) 432-2100 Cell: (613) 432-9025

Office: (613) 432-2100 Cell: (613) 432-0041

SATURDAY, JUNE 26, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 170 Queen Street HOST: Kelly Derue, Broker Royal LePage O’Neil Realty Brokerage (613) 433-2681

SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 127 Peter St. HOST: Kelly Derue, Broker Royal LePage O’Neil Realty Brokerage (613) 433-2681

SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 34 Munroe Ave. E. HOST: Sherri Cobus, Sales Rep. Royal LePage O’Neil Realty Brokerage (613) 432-1947

WED., JUNE 30, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 97 Airth Blvd. HOST: Kelly Derue, Broker Royal LePage O’Neil Realty Brokerage (613) 433-2681

SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 145 Elk Street. HOST: Helen Vincent, Broker of Record Re/Max Metro City Realty Ltd. (Renfrew) Brokerage (613) 432-7562 (613) 432-0058

SATURDAY, JUNE 26, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. 1793 Calabogie Rd., Burnstown HOST: Donna Nych, Broker of Record Coldwell Banker Valley Wide Real Estate Brokerage (613) 623-7303

THURSDAY, JULY 1, Noon - 3 p.m. 19461 Hwy. 41, Between Cloyne & Griffith HOST: Audrey Cormack Sales Rep. Partners GMAC Advantage Real Estate Brokerage (613) 622-7759 613-585-3498

SUNDAY, JUNE 27, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. 143 Renfrew Ave. HOST: Paula Hartwick Sales Rep. ReMax Town Centre Realty Ltd. Brokerage (613) 858-4851

OPEN HOUSE- WATERFRONTAGE

392123

Quality built 3 bedroom bungalow with approx. 600’ of waterfront on the Madawaska River. Open concept LR/DR/kitchen with gleaming hardwood ﬂoors, cathedral ceilings full walk-out lower level and more! A pleasure to show! $569,500 negotiable. MLS# 756469

371908

SATURDAY JUNE 26 2-3:30PM 1793 CALABOGIE RD., BURNSTOWN

Relics of the past, like the stooker and bale throwers Last week I toured the area from Pembroke to Kingston. I was surprised at the many large fields of hay that were cut prior to the weekend. Entire fields were cut – mostly on the Barr Line and in Pine Valley. That’s something you didn’t see 10 years ago. Farmers back then would cut just enough that could be baled in one day. That meant cutting 10 or 15 swaths around a field. The remainder was cut on two or three days provided the weather looked promising. The weather forecast called for rain last Saturday. It brought 15 mm of a dandy soaker to our

MAYNARD VAN DER GALIEN RURAL ROUTES

area. It seems that rain in the forecast doesn’t stop farmers from mowing down fields. That makes sense because it often doesn’t rain when it is supposed to. The younger farmers are different from their fathers and grandfathers. They have larger acreages to work and they don’t want to be haying all summer.

They also want to get the first cut off early and get a second cut and maybe even a third. Livestock farmers know second and third cut hay is high in protein. They have discbines that can cut hay fast, even when it’s wet. Large dairy farm operations usually get their haylage done by a custom operator. They cut 60 to 70 acres or more at one time. A huge rake puts three swaths together. The next day a powerful, self-propelled forage harvester and a few dump trucks clean up the entire field. If they’re not making haylage,

they make round or large square silage bales and wrap them. It’s also a speedy operation.

have been taken over by corn and soybeans – particularly soybeans. With beef cattle numbers down considerably in eastern Ontario, you won’t see the landscape dotted with round bales like it was five or 10 years ago. For those still baling dry hay the one vital step in making high quality hay is the manner in which the hay is harvested and handled. The major consideration is to dry the forage quickly and save the leaves. Rake only in the morning -- when there’s dew on the leaves. Happy haying, folks!

RELICS OF THE PAST Gone from the landscape are the little square balers, the automatic stookers and the bale thrower wagons. They are relics of the past, just as the mowers and steel-wheeled hay loaders that preceded them. The once popular hayfield for fodder has also become a relic – at least in some agricultural areas. On my tour through eastern Ontario I noticed that hayfields

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Nice sized building lot in newer subdivision. Slight ravine at rear of property for added privacy. Town services available.

$149,900

Renovated school house w/commercial zoning. 2 generous sized bedrooms, bathroom, open concept kitchen/dining/living room. Upgrades include electrical, plumbing, septic bed, roof and furnace all within the last 11 years. Great potential!

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$204,900

Classic brick home, close to schools, shopping, the park and most amenities. Very spacious rooms, hardwood ﬂooring, cozy ﬁreplace and 4 bedrooms for the growing family. Large back yard. Upgraded windows, roof shingles and some electrical upgrades.

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Glasgow Station Beautiful 2 storey family home on 1.28 acres. Quick access to Hwy. 17. Hardwood throughout. Access from kitchen to back yard decks and above ground pool. Spacious master bedrm. w/walk-in closet and cheater ensuite.

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First book for teenage author From Page 4 “No one came running at me and said how awesome or great it was,” remarked Bradley. “Michael’s book is a loveable story with great characters that children can relate to,” says Bradley’s former Grade 12 teacher, Edwards-Budden. Noting that he completed several outstanding assignments, she adds: “He’s naturally gifted in his creative and artistic talents.” Tina Wuehr of Pipsqueak Publishing concurs. “We’re very excited about releasing Michael’s first book,” she says. “We were very drawn to the simplicity of the illustrations and the very classic storybook style … and we’re excited about his talent. He’s just a young author, and he has a bright future in this field.”

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COMMUNITY ATMOSPHERE The young author confesses to liking the community atmosphere in the story, which starts with Magpie flying over a stream carrying her shiny spoon. Becoming distracted, she drops her spoon in the stream, and the story continues from there. Bradley says he tried to create a forest-like setting where the animals, like neighbours in a small town like Renfrew or anywhere, actually interact. The story line of community and friendship was relatively simple to create, he suggests. The bigger challenge, says Bradley, was drawing the magpie the same way each time. “When I was drawing them for the actual book, there were a few crumpled up papers (on the floor).” Now, with published book in hand, Bradley says he hopes Magpie’s Missing Spoon helps readers appreciate wildlife and friendship, and how friendship “coincides with community, kind of like how you rely on your neighbours to be neighbours.” As for more stories from him, anticipate some more. Bradley starts journalism studies at Carleton University this fall. His book launch, at the Renfrew Public Library, runs 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 26.

‘Michael’s book is a loveable story with great characters that children can relate to.’ – Michael Bradley’s former Grade 12 teacher

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HEALTH

Pembroke Regional gets funds for cancer equipment purchase Funding to purchase new equipment which will help enhance regional cancer care has once again been awarded to the Pembroke Regional Hospital through its partnership with

the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation. In total, grant funding in the amount of $40,000 was received for the purchase of a colonoscope for colorectal cancer

General Surgeon Dr. Adel El fitori holds a colonoscope used for colorectal cancer screening which supports standardized best practice efforts for regional cancer care.

screening. “The Cancer Foundation works to ensure that people in our communities have access to the necessary screening tools,” said Linda Eagen, Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation president and CEO. “We are proud that through partnerships like this one with the Pembroke Regional Hospital, we are doing our part to make sure that our families, friends and neighbours have close-to-home access to top-quality cancer care.” This new equipment, and additional provincial funds for more procedures will help support the goals of Ontario’s Colorectal Cancer Screening Program which is now focusing on screening for those at higher risk for this type of cancer because they have a family history of colon cancer or have tested positive for blood in the stool. In Pembroke, three surgeons – Dr. Scott Graham, Dr. Adel El fitori and Dr. Zaihan Rashid are committed to doing referralbased colon screening which

General Surgeons Dr. Zaihan Rashid, left and Dr. Scott Graham hold the new Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy probe which uses Bluetooth technology to access lymph nodes in order to determine if breast cancer has spread to the lymph nodes in the underarm area, without having to do a traditional underarm lymph node dissection. supports standardized best practice efforts for regional cancer care. Patients can be referred by their family physician or they can obtain the stool test kit from their pharmacy and those with positive results will automatically have a colonoscopy arranged for them. Another standardized procedure now being done locally is

the minimally-invasive biopsy for sentinel lymph nodes. In the fall of 2008, PRH was able to purchase a $45,000 Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy Probe thanks to a generous donation by the Giant Tiger Community Cancer Fund, once again made possible through the hospital’s partnership with the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation. See PROCEDURE, Page 42

The Retirement Option of Choice Chartwell strives to provide seniors with a safe and rewarding lifestyle in a residence they are proud to call home, Quail Creek. Quail Creek has been housing seniors in independent style suites for 20 years in the town of Renfrew. We are very proud of the service this community has been offering for all these years to our great town. Seniors can live independent in our private suites in both the existing part of Quail Creek or in our newest suites that opened last August. Our staff provide a caring atmosphere and General Manager Bev Powell oversees the management of Quail Creek. She knows that its due to her great staff that Quail Creek has and

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Monday, June 28 at 1:30 p.m. remains an important part of the senior housing industry in Renfrew and area. Quail Creek provides services and amneties to provide a safe, peace of mind atmosphere to all seniors. Quail Creek will be celebrating it’s 20 year milestone on Saturday August 7, 2010 and we will be hosting a celebration to mark the event.

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Procedure helps prevent need for invasive surgery State-of-the-art equipment, techniques put Pembroke on equal footing with urban hospitals From Page 41 Using Bluetooth technology, a Sentinel Lymph Node biopsy, in which the probe is used, is a less invasive technique for accessing lymph nodes in order to determine if breast cancer has spread to the lymph nodes in the underarm area, without having to do a traditional underarm lymph node dissection. “Offering this procedure can help prevent the need for more involved surgery and has the advantage of decreasing the risk of side effects such as numbness and swelling, while allowing the patient to resume regular activity in a more timely manner,” said Janet Boudens, director of the hospital’s surgical program. Chief of surgery Dr. Scott Graham said having access to such techniques and state-of-the-art equipment puts Pembroke Regional Hospital on an equal footing with the same standard of care as hospitals located in more urban settings. “Aside from being much closer to home, another advantage is that our general surgery wait times for colon and breast cancer are among the shortest wait times

in the region,” Dr. Graham said. Dr. Michael Fung-Kee-Fung, professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and the Department of Surgery at the University of Ottawa, is head of the surgical oncology program at the Ottawa Hospital and the Regional Cancer Program. Among his many other roles, he is director of the Regional Cervical Cancer Screening Program for the Champlain LHIN and said he is very excited the surgical group at Pembroke Regional Hospital now has access to state-of-the-art services for delivery of breast cancer care for the Pembroke region. “As an integral part of the regional cancer team dealing with breast cancer, the Pembroke surgeons have played a key and vital role in establishing the standards and bench marks for surgery,” Dr. Fung-Kee-Fung said. “The Pembroke team as a whole continues to be actively engaged in shaping the course of the delivery of cancer services, and have distinguished themselves as being highly valuable and committed partners.”

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Members of the Renfrew BIA (Business Improvement Area) want to say thanks to Doug Holmes for his work over the years in helping to maintain the BIA’s downtown beautification program. “People always give us compliments on how the downtown core looks, so we want to say thanks to Doug for what he does,” says BIA secretary Tammy Logan. Holmes, above, cleans the sidewalks and waters the hanging and boxed flowers. The BIA, which is also gearing up for the 1950s and ‘60s Rock’N & Roll’N Day July 17, reminds local residents and visitors to bring their hula skirts and saddle shoes for that fun-filled day.

Continued from Page 2 During those interviews, employees were asked to identify problem areas or issues. They did, with a total of 230, or more than three ideas per employee. Even better, the 69 staff members identified benefit potential of $640,000 − of which 18 per cent were virtual ‘just do it’ moves for a total financial benefit of $30,000. Instead of whispering about issues, the issues were brought to the floor, partially because the interviews took place right where workers are perhaps most comfortable, at their own working stations instead of in some board room. Also, the seminar continued on a section of the plant’s 70,000 square feet in plain view to any passers-by. The seminar was all about discovery, structuring and solutions. Virtually 100 per cent of employees were involved in finding or identifying problems. About 80 per cent were involved in the problem-solving, said Sander. It was a bottom-up approach that is critical communication among staff. It’s critical everywhere, says Sander, who spends about 80 per cent of his time working with Fortune 500 companies in

Europe. “We do management and supervisor training, but this is based on bottom up, as we found out what aggravates them, what’s annoying them every day, and why aren’t they aren’t being more efficient,” said Holt. The ideas itemized by employees, said Holt, were critical, because it was their candid feedback from their realm of expertise. GOOD EXPERIENCE The seminar was a good experience, said one of the staff facilitators, Ryan Johnson of Renfrew. One of the best aspects, he said, was the identification of common problems and the sense that problems are fixable. “Every organization that has employees needs bottom-up listening channels,” says seminar leader Sander. As for guarantees, Sander concluded: “We guarantee 100 per cent employee engagement. We guarantee three suggestions per employee in a 20-minute interview. “And we guarantee $100,000 or more in benefit potential.” Which they got, with money to spare.

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Noise remains at the centre of GM council’s attention From Page 5 He said he agreed with Coun. Don Mercer that the committee, of which Pratt is a member, should be given one more chance to get moving on the noise bylaw review or it should be disbanded with council taking over. GOAL: MORE TRANSPARENCY Council did approve one of the committee’s recommendations, to make the complaint process more transparent with a new four-copy complaint form and postings on the township website. “It brings accountability to the enforcement program ... and improves public awareness that something is being done,” said Pratt. A proposal that would have had the CAO consult with council prior to deciding whether to grant special event permits was put on hold when at least three councillors – Mercer, Pratt and Tom Ryan – argued that council should take over the responsibility all-together. “It’s not fair to put this on the CAO ... it should be up to council,” said Ryan. The CAO shouldn’t be badgered for something council has been unable to do,” said Coun. Karin Lehnhardt. A special council meeting was called for Wednesday, June 23 (past press deadline) to determine how council should take control of the special event permit process. PRATT’S CONCERNS Pratt said he couldn’t understand why the special events permits were granted this year when they were rejected by the CAO in 2009. “I haven’t found this (process) very transparent,” he said, noting the permits were granted without most of council and the noise committee knowing about it. Lehnhardt said that since the issuing of the permits is legal, “they should stand and council should instead focus on getting on with what we have to do (review the noise bylaw).” Mercer said he couldn’t vote against a township bylaw even if it is “full of holes” and “needs a com-

plete rework.” ing year after year due to CMP’s Ryan agreed the noise regu- dedication to be a good neighlation was a “poor bylaw,” but overturning the permits is too “risky.” Chris Fleming of CMP agreed that overturning the approvals at this late date would leave the township liable and the move was likely illegal.

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“However, we don’t want to go there,” he said, adding special event permits are needed because the noise bylaw is too restrictive to allow worthwhile events such as the Children’s Wish Foundation day and the Calabogie Cup, which is a gentlemen’s race enjoyed by many local people. The permit, he said, allows CMP “temporary relief ” from the restrictions because “we want to allow spectators on our site to see and enjoy” the special shows, he said. Pratt had better luck with his motion to direct the CAO to accompany the noise enforcement officer on his rounds during the Calabogie Cup and the Ted Powell race. “I feel it’s very important for the CAO to get out there and appreciate what the residents are putting up with,” he said. The motion passed 3-2 with Emon and Lehnhardt opposed. Meanwhile, Fleming argued that CMP is improving quality of life in the township and not deterring growth. In fact, it’s doing the opposite, he said. “Record prices are being paid for property and residences in this area and continues to be at strongest levels ever,” said Fleming. “CMP has been operating for three years now and values (are) still rising in part as a result of our activities. “Noise complaints are decreas-

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It started three years ago and people thought it probably wouldn’t work. But as Quail Creek Retirement Centre general manager Bev Powell said at the fourth annual Chartwell Senior Star Competition June 16, “It has spread like wildfire.” Ten contestants performed before a packed house of seniors at Quail Creek. Judges Lynne Zander of Arnprior, Jim Long of Valley Heritage Radio and Renfrew Mayor Sandi Heins faced a tough assignment in narrowing the field down to three when all 10 competitors were worthy of consideration. When the final decision was announced, Ken Robertson was named this year’s winner of the contest. Elinor Duncan of Addington Highlands was second and Patricia Maloney third. “I was awestruck,” Robertson said when he was named the winner. “I never believed it. The competition was awesome. That’s

what makes it so sweet, I guess.” Robertson played the guitar and sang a song he wrote called Misty Morning Sunlight Reminds Me of You, written in memory of the wife of a friend who enjoyed a misty morning. Senior Star was launched in celebration of Chartwell’s national appreciation of seniors. The event gives the seniors’ community a venue to showcase their talents, Powell said. Regional competitions are held across Canada, open to senior Canadian residents 65 and over. Ten finalists will be chosen from the first-place winners, and they advance to the final competition in the fall. Powell thanked everyone for supporting the competition, including emcee Guy Jamieson, soundman Bob Bouchard, Barry Martin for supplying his equipment, and videographer Gerry Blandford. Other competitors were Hank Shaly, Bob Bidgood, Clifford Mills, Margaret Stufko, R.A. Cameron, Wes Bomhower and Bill Lockwood.

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Calabogie and Dacre to hold Canada Day celebrations Pratt noted three donations totalling $1,000 had already been received with more expected. How about a toll booth across the bay, quipped Coun. Don Mercer. Pratt said the township has obtained 15 Canada flags and brackets, along with event boards, that can also be

brate Canada grant to help finance the event, about $600 less than expected. Reeve Peter Emon told council June 17 that the deficit could reach $7,200 compared to the $4,400 last year, so the committee is going to approach area businesses and residents for donations.

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building on Stone Road. The official Canada Day ceremonies, to honour Admaston-Bromley’s citizen and senior citizen of the year, follows at 1:30 p.m. Entertainment during the ceremonies will be provided by Mine Road and The Helferty Family. Please bring your own lawnchairs, township organizers advise.

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P.O. Box 185, Cobden, Ontario K0J 1K0

CONSTRUCTION

SEPTIC SYSTEMS

GENERAL REPAIRS

CONSTRUCTION

Hansma-Beimers Construction Ltd.

Fulcher’s EST. 1975

Albert's General Repairs

Pallen & SonS J. CONSTRUCTION

BUILDING CONTRACTORS Quality Custom Homes • R2000 HOMES • ADDITIONS • RENOVATING • SIDING

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613-649-2716

• Basement Leaks • Drywall & Studs • Sanding & Insulation • Epoxy Injection • Foundation Repairs • Caulking & Decks • Bathroom Renovations • Parging • And All General Repairs

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Fax

(613) 432-0881 (613) 432-1484

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ACCOUNTANTS

MacDONALD GLASS PLUS

GENERAL REPAIRS TO: Cars, Trucks, ATV's, Boats, Motorcycles (Harley Davidson), Chain Saws, Small Engines

WINDOWS, DOORS, RENOVATIONS SIDING, SOFFIT, DRYWALL CUSTOM HOMES & ADDITIONS Karl MacDonald Ph: 613-432-7046 Cell: 613-433-1577

557 Stones Lake Rd. Calabogie

Home # 613-752-1567

Fax:

CARPENTRY

613-432-9330

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SEPTIC TANK PUMPING

MacGregor CONCRETE PRODUCTS (BEACHBURG) LIMITEDSEPTIC TANK PUMPING Serving Ontario & Quebec Since 1975

CONSTRUCTION INC.

389402

Carpentry

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

nature’s outlook carpentry

BEACHBURG

1-800-267-0118

613-582-3459

www.macgregorconcrete.com

(613) 646-9696

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376858

SAND & GRAVEL

CONSTRUCTION

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Dump Truck & Water Truck Rentals &

Fencing

Renfrew & Area 395575

613-432-2369 RENFREW 613-433-7988 383948

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613-432-8153 45 Renfrew Ave. E. Renfrew, Ontario K7V 4A3 e-mail: fkcas@renfrew.net

• POURED CONCRETE FOUNDATONS • CONCRETE FLOORS • PRECAST CONCRETE STEPS

LANDSCAPING

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49 Portage Road Petawawa, Ontario K8H 2W8

Accounting, Auditing and Assurance Services Tax Planning — Personal and Corporate Tax Return Preparation Bookkeeping and Payroll Services Management Advisory Services

• RENOVATIONS • GARAGES • TRIM •FLOORING • BATHROOMS

• SEPTIC TANK PUMPING YEAR ROUND • READY MIX CONCRETE • WELL TILE

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12 Elgin Street West, Arnprior

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open 7 days a week

JOHN DEERE 1120 tractor 45hp with loader and 3 point hitch, new tires very good condition 613-6492631 BEDS, SOFA BEDS, BEDROOM SUITES, DINING ROOM SUITES, SOFAS, RECLINERS, BAR STOOLS, HEADBOARDS, COMFORTERS

MATTRESS FACTORY & FURNITURE OUTLET

Strawberries

613-256-3029 Pick your own & SAVE Or Visit our stands:

Almonte- Francis Fuels- Hwy 44 - Renfrew- Home Hardware on O’Brien Perth - 2 Locations: 38 Gore - Downtown and Hwy 7 at A&B Ford Smiths Falls- At Pizza Hut/Subway - Pakenham 5 Span Feed Carleton Place - Canadian Wool Growers

cedarhillberryfarm.com FIREWOOD

A SHED FULL OF AnBESIDE FINNIGAN’S tiques, collectibles, new 432-8826 and used items, many tools and glass. May be seen by appt. 613- OLD HAY BARN FOR SALE Perfect for cot623-9983 tage, hunt camp or for !!40+ USED APPLI- the reclaimed logs and Call ANCES, most are new- barn boards. er models with energy 613-432-5850 star certification. Free delivery, one year war- SCOOTER SPECIAL ranty. Appliance repair, 25% Off Select Models disposal and dishwash- Buy/sell Stair lifts, er installation. Call for Porch lifts, Scooters, prices and details. 613- Bath lifts, Hospital beds 623-1077 etc. Call SILVER CROSS 613-231-3549 CALL EADY

CUSTOM CAR COVER tan in colour, paid over $300 new, never used, fits Mustang, Camaro, Cuda, Challenger etc. $150 cash and carry 613-433-9263

WHITE CEDAR LUMBER, Decking, fencing, all dimensions, rough or dressed. Timbers and V-joints also available. Call Tom at McCann’s Forest Products 613-628-6199 or 613-633-3911

GAMES FOR LITTLE Touch Leap Pad and My First Leap Pad. Call 433-9206 (after 6 pm) or 623-7582

MIXED HARDWOOD 8’ lengths, excellent quality, by the tandem load. We also purchase standing timber and hard or soft pulp WANTED DEAD OR wood, also outdoor furALIVE scrap cars. Will nace wood available, pay $50 - $100, de- call 613-432-2286 pending on types. Picked up free. 613432-3464 or cell 613PETS 432-0449

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GOLDEN DOODLE pups born April 5. Vet checked, ready to go. 613-223-5015 Shawville

FIREWOOD

16” SEASONED HARDWOOD cut in winter of 2008/09. Pickup or delivered McLeod Building Supplies 613-432-3942 Mon-Fri 8-5:30pm Sat 8-4 Visa or Mastercard YOU DON’T NEED GRAY HAIR to receive accepted a good price on house insurance at EADY INSURANCE!! CALL to 8 FT FIREWOOD for COMPARE COVERAG- sale. also looking for ES 613-432-8543 standing timber Phone OR 1-888-275-3239 613-312-9859

Wanted: Looking for an Old English Sheepdog puppy for spring 2011. We live in Kemptville, have a good sized yard and are used to large dogs. The lady of the house grew up with Old English Sheep Dogs and it is now time to bring a new member into our family. If you are a breeder, or know of one, please call: 613 - 5 5 8 - 9 810 evenings.

COMMERCIAL SPACE AVAILABLE on Duke St. approx 800sqft, lots of storage included, in same building behind Monalisa Day Spa, 613-333-1042 HOUSES FOR RENT

CedarHill Berry Farm ~Pakenham

312 Raglan St. S., Renfrew

INSURANCE 613-432-8543 1-888-275-3239 Service is our business! Call for all your insurance needs, Home Auto Business Travel Life Mobile Homes Same day quotes

APPROX 2,000 SQ FT 2 bathrooms, lunchroom, walk-in vault, a/c, security, wheel chair access. Separate or combined up to 8000 sq ft. Storage at 2005 FORD FOCUS back, loading docks, Wagon, 5 speed, fire sprinklers. Call for $5,500 Quick sale, info 613-333-1042. Beat the HST. Totally sound and reliable, COMMERCIAL SPACE Certified. Many op- 500 sq ft & 1500 sq ft. tions, including heated Main St., McGrimmon seats, cruise control. & Company. 613-432613-622-5797 1911.

GREAT PICKING

WANTED

HOUSE FOR SALE COTIEVILLE

INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL SPACE

FOR SALE

HOT TUB (Spa) Covers. Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours Available. Call 1 - 8 6 6 - 6 5 2 - 6 8 37 www.thecoverguy.ca

FOR SALE BY OWNERS

2001 GMC VAN Savana 2500 very good body, new tires, many new parts. As is $5,000. 613-6239983

ARTICLES 4 SALE

GARDEN TRACTOR MTD Yard Machines 14.5 horsepower, OHV Briggs @ Straton 42inch cut $700. Singer Sewer Machine, floor model, $50. 613333-1932

SOLID BRICK HOME New Furnace, new flooring in kitchen, new roof. Hardwood floors throughout. Good condition 190 Airth Blvd, Renfrew Call to view 613-432-8298

HOUSES FOR SALE

HUNTING

2 BEDROOM TOWN house with additional family room $600 plus utilities, newly renovated, 1 1/2 bathrooms, 2 mins from downtown quiet neighborhood, first and last months rent phone 613-7571576 3 BEDROOM BRAND NEW executive garden home, 11/2 baths, gas heat, luxurious living call 613-432-7562

CONSTANT LAKE 4 bedroom plus 2 washrooms, heat, hydro lawn cutting, snow plowing included, no pets, first and last, available immediately, HUNTER SAFETY Ca- $1200/month 613nadian Firearms 628-5080 Course. Courses and exams held throughout EXECUTIVE GARDEN the year. Free course if HOME, 8th ST. Two you organize a group, storey, 2 bedroom plus exams available. Wen- den, immaculate, deck, da Cochran, 613-256- fireplace, 5 appliances. First and last month’s 2409. rent, references required. $950/month plus utilities. 613-4323170

1545 Queens Line A charming 2 bedroom bungalow w/single detached garage on 1/2 acre lot. $142,000 Immediate Occupancy Call Today (613) 432-1134

HOUSES FOR SALE

MORTGAGES

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PRIVATE HOUSE FOR SALE in beautiful Calabogie

Close to Medical Centre, Restaurants, Skiing, Boating, Golf. Large lot, 3 bedrooms, sunroom, new roof. Asking $120,000. Open to offers. Call 613-283-6711 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

SINCE 1986

Below Bank Rates Cash Back Private Funds Debt Consolidation Credit Repair Free Consultation JOHN G. PELLETIER

Broker 613-433-7339 days 613-585-9802 cell

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

1 BEDROOM BASEMENT APT. $450/month plus heat and hydro. First/last and references.. NO PETS 432-3053 leave name and number

“THE CARRIAGE HOUSE” central on Munroe Ave., Beautiful 2 bedroom apartment August 1st, fridge, stove, balcony, parking, storage, terrific location, quiet adult building, Wilson Investments, 613-432-8417

3 bedroom, 3/4 acre, large yard, heated garage, 2 car carport.

(613) 432-1480 APARTMENTS FOR RENT

HOUSES FOR SALE

HUNTER SAFETY CANADIAN FIREARMS COURSE at Carp July. 23, 24, 25th. Wenda Cochran 613-2562409

CLASSIFIEDS WORK

19 Harold Ave.

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FIREWORKS WE HAVE the largest selection of 7-100 shot Cakes and Air Bombs in the area. Family packs and block party packs also. 1019 Gillan Rd Renfrew Ont 432-6050 Stereo Automotive

In Shoes!

1994 FORD F150 4X4 good shape asking $1300 as is. 1999 Dodge Caravan good shape asking $1000 as is, call 4333249 after 6p.m. for more details

HOUSES FOR SALE

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SAVE UP TO $400 ON YOUR CAR INSURANCE. Good driving record? Call Grey Power today at 1-866-4240675 for a no-obligation quote. Additional Discounts Available. Open Weekends

EASTERN WHITE CEDAR Lumber, Great prices, great quality, decking& fencing, dressed, ready for your project. We deliver. www.warrencedarproducts.com 613-628-5232

HOUSES FOR SALE

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GOOD DRIVING RECORD? GREY POWER could save you up to $400 on car insurance. Call 1-866-4739817 for no-obligation quote. Additional discounts available.

CARS FOR SALE

SHOE ADDICTS WANTED

ARTICLES 4 SALE

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INSURANCE

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RENFREW MERCURY - June 24 2010

2 BEDROOM APT, duplex home fully renovated, everything is new, includes private parking, yard, laundry, water, window a/c close to downtown, no smoking, no pets, 690/month 613-4339980

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

2 BEDROOM, 3RD floor walk up with skylights. Clean, bright and quiet. 248 Lynn St. Available immediately. 613-433-5937

CALABOGIE 1 BEDROOM looking for mature responsible tenant for a newly renovated apartment. Quiet adult oriented non-smoking building. Coin operated laundry. $590+hy2/3 BEDROOM dro. 613-836-7082, APARTMENT in centu- 613-864-1168 ry-old building. Tastefully decorated, hardwood floors and high CENTRALLY LOCATED ceilings. Must be seen PRINCE and Lochiel 1, to appreciate. Centrally 2 bedroom apt located, $675/month $650/month available plus utilities, fridge and August 1. 1, 1 bedstove included. room apt $500/month Available July 15th, available July 1. Tenant 613-432-5741 pays Hydro 570-0632 APARTMENT FOR RENT 2 bedroom, in quiet 4 unit building ground floor suitable for retirees $650/month includes heat and water. Hydro extra. Available August 1st, 613-432-9466 BIG SIZE APT for rent 169 main st Renfrew, 2 bedroom, living room, dining room and kitchen, 1200 sqft, very clean $700 plus heat and hydro. Includes washer, dryer, fridge, stove, available July 1 no pets 613-433-6301

COMPLETELY SOUNDPROOF one bedroom apartment, August 1st, Hall Ave., fridge, stove, laundry, huge storage room, beautiful bright sunny modern suite, Wilson Investments, 613-432-8417

DO YOU LIKE character buildings? Then this large 1 bedroom studio apartment is for you! Located in clean, quiet, well maintained building in central Renfrew. $500/mo plus hydro. Water is paid. Call for details 613-752-1464. Please leave message. (This is a pet and BRAND NEW construc- smoke free building) tion 1-bed apartment new appliances washer/dryer $675/month IN ARNPRIOR, large + hydro. Walk to Wal- bachelor type, shared mart. Professionals and kitchen & bathroom, mature tenants pre- close to downtown, ferred. July 613-623- parking, references 2 4 8 8 needed, $450. Call www.gr8apt.com 613-623-1521.

ONE BEDROOM 2nd floor apartment, suitable for working person. No Pets, no smoking. 432-7194 ONE BEDROOM APT available July 1, $500/month plus heat (electric baseboard) and hydro, parking, located above Lamberts Carpets (main street) call 433-1133

ROOM FOR RENT to the right person, in a new home, air condition, internet, satellite, laundry, shared kitchen, 613-433-3612 COTTAGES FOR SALE

NICE NEWLY PAINTED inside 2 bedroom waterfront Cottage furnished, bathroom, wood stove electric heat, fridge stove, fully furnished $84,900 see Royal Lepage.ca multiple listing MLS # 8348784 Ottawa River 34 PineLodge Road near Shawville Quebec

ONE BEDROOM APT, COTTAGES furnished or unfurFOR RENT nished, for mature adult. No pets. Heat LAKE and hydro included. CONSTANT FURNISHED cabin in613-432-5792 side plumbing, $550 a ONE BEDROOM IN month, no pets, 613prime location in quiet 628-5080 building, looking for mature tenant - 40 plus COTTAGE FOR RENT. interested in long term Ottawa River Large tenancy, hardwood deck, 2 bedroom, floors, all new win- kitchen, shower, turndows, bright rooms, in key. Available July 3mint condition, eat-in July 17 and after Aug kitchen, 4 pc bath, 14 613-432-6226 or fridge and stove includ- 613-432-8260. ed, no pets please, no smoking, first and last required, $525 monthly, plus utilities available August 1 phone 613-432-7154 ONE BEDROOM, MAIN floor apartment , fridge, stove, gas fireplace, water tank and parking (no pets). Smoke free!! 1st & last and references. $469/month plus gas and hydro. 613-4324387 or 613-7565886

- secure building - All one level - utilities included - 4 piece bath - Appliances incl. - minutes to shopping Studio Suites from $599/month

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SUTTON PLACE, Robert Drive, beautiful large modern 2 bedroom August 1st, open concept, appliances, laundry room, locker room, intercom for security, parking, Wilson Investments, 613-4328417

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RESORTS & CAMPS

WHITE CEDARS TOURIST PARK Seasonal sites, waterfront cottage rentals, tenting, boat rentals, big lots, sandy beach, boat launch. Store onsite. Best rates in the valley for services provided. 613-649-2255 www.whitecedars.ca VACATION PROPERTIES

Sunny Spring Specials. At Florida’s Best Beach - New Smyrna Beach. Stay a week or longer. Plan a beach wedding or family reunion. www.NSBFLA.com or 1-800-541-9621 HEALTH & HOMECARE

LOST & FOUND FOUND, MEMORY stick USB, at 89 Beckwith Street, Carleton Place. Call 613-2571303. LOST BLACK LEATHER purse in Renfrew has large gold star on side contents include my camera, reward if returned, call Ryan 613401-9018 LOST in vicinity of Garden of Eden Rd and corner of Bruce St, a 7/16 3/8 SNAP ON RATCHET WRENCH. Call Ken Wallace 613432-4953 HELP WANTED

$$$ SECURITY GUARDS $$$ IMMUNITY-FX, a natu- No Experience Needed. Full Training Ofral daily supplement to strengthen your immune fered 613-228-2813 system. Feel Stronger. w w w . i r o n h o r s e Stay Healthier. Every- group.com day. www.immunityfx.com, 1-866-640- BUSY recreational vehicle dealership requires 3800 full time shop help. Experience in boats, ATVs LOST & FOUND and snowmobiles an asset. Applicant must be eager to learn and ENGAGEMENT RING have basic hand tools. found June 7th at This position may lead Carleton Place Nur- to apprenticeship for sery. Call 613-257- the ideal candidate. Resumes may be present8175. ed at Arnprior SportFOUND, KODAK Easy land & Marine, 46 Share C713. Found Pinegrove Road, Arn8th line of Ramsay out- prior, Ontario or email side of Carleton Place. marie@arnpriorsportCall 613-257-1303 land.com

HELP WANTED

CARPENTER REQUIRED for local builder, full-time position. Salary based on qualifications. Call 613-3120319 COOKS REQUIRED a.s.a.p. For busy golf club. Full-time until mid-November and part-time until mid-October. Experience preferred. Send resumes to: Greensmere Golf & Country Club, 1717 Bear Hill Rd., Carp, Ontario K0A 1L0 or Fax 613-839-7773 or e-mail: deb@greensmere.com Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. JOIN OUR HARVESTING TEAM at Cedar Hill Berry Farm in Pakenham. Minimum age 16. Call Ria at 613256-2014

CAREERS

HELP WANTED

Eady Insurance in Renfrew is seeking a REGISTERED INSURANCE BROKER to join their busy brokerage This is a full time position and a RIBO license is mandatory. You must be customer service oriented and work well in a fast-paced environment. Knowlege of TAM software would be an asset. We appreciate all applications, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. Please submit your resume by mail, and include salary expectations to: Eady Insurance 29 Raglan St S Renfrew, On K7V 1P8 ATTN: Shelley Fishenden or email Shelley at eadyinsurance@bellnet.ca

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CLASSIFIEDS WORK

Organist/Choir Leader

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VACATION PROPERTIES

CAREERS

Part time position. Responsible for: • ice making and maintenance of our 4 sheets of ice • training and supervision of ice attendants • general maintenance in the arena and ice plant

Part time position. Responsible for: • Cleaning of club interior, weekly (lounges, dining area, kitchen, bar area, hallways, restrooms) • Additional cleaning responsibility during hall rentals and special curling events • Maintenance of relevant supplies Requires ﬂexibility in scheduling to accommodate weekday and evening curling leagues and events, and weekend bonspiels. Salary to be negotiated.

CLOSING DATE FOR EACH POSITION IS: JUNE 30, 2010. Please send resume re: job-related experience to: renfrewcurlingclub@bellnet.ca or leave a message at 613-432-5001 CL20210

CAREER TRAINING

All Regions of Florida from 2- to 8-bdrm homes. Condos, Villas, Pool Homes - we have them all!

Rates starting as low as $89/night

The best place to start planning your Florida Get-Away!

WE ARE looking for key people to expand our financial services business in this area. Experience not necessary. We will train. For an interview, call Matthew McBain at; 613-723-1139

JANITORIAL SERVICES

Previous ice-making experience is preferred. Salary to be negotiated.

Search from 100s of Florida’s top vacation rentals.

VERY SPACIOUS CLEAN 1 bedroom apt. Hardwood floors, appliances included $475 call 433-3708

SECURITY GUARDS REQUIRED in Renfrew. Part time. Send resume by fax to 613-384-1520 or email to hawthornesecurity @cogeco.ca

ICE TECHNICIAN

Requires ﬂexibility in scheduling to accommodate weekday and evening curling leagues and events, and weekend bonspiels.

PLANNING A TRIP TO FLORIDA?

U S IIT US IIS T V S T V OW A AT N NOW

WORK OPPORTUNITIES Enjoy Children? In Florida, New York, California, Boston, all USA. Salary airfare, medical, provided, plus more. Available Spain, Holland, Summer Camps in Italy and England. Teaching Korea Different benefits apply. Interviews in your area. Call 1-902-422-1455 or Email: sco tiap@ns.sympatico.ca

HOUSE CLEANING COMPANY seeking a full or part time residential house cleaner for West-End location. Must be self motivated, reliable individual with cleaning experience preferred. Car required. Call 613-8324941

LOOKING for persons willing to do small group or one-on-one presentations. Car and internet necessary. Call Diana, 1-866-3065858.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

For a detailed description of the position please contact the Church Secretary at ﬁrstpc.ofﬁce@bellnet.ca

THE CONVENT huge unique 2 bedroom immediately, 2 bathrooms, dishwasher, large fridge, stove, eatin kitchen with window, cozy bedrooms, second level, Wilson Investments, 613-4328417

EARN $1000 a week processing our mail! Free Supplies! Helping Home-workers since 2001. Genuine Opportunity! No experience required. Start Immediately! www.national-work.com

ESTABLISHED COMPANY has immediate openings for Experienced Landscape installers with extensive landscape construction experience to join our team. Permanent F/T positions. Salary basted on qualifications and experience. Full benefit package. Our company offers opportunities for personal growth and success in a team environment. Email resume to jobs@thunderbolt.ca

HELP WANTED

195 Xavier Street, Renfrew, Ontario K7V 1L3 www.renfrewcurlingrink.ovca.com Tel. 613-432-5001

The successful individual should be accomplished on organ and piano and have experience with a choir.

On your next Florida Vacation do not be satisfied with a hotel room when you can rent your own private Vacation home!

DRIVER FOR 25 FT straight truck, daily runs, Ottawa and Pembroke. No special licence required. Must know Ottawa well. Send resume to Box R, c/o The Mercury, 35 Opeongo Rd N, Renfrew, ON K7V 2T2

HELP WANTED

RENFREW CURLING RINK

First Presbyterian Church, Pembroke requires an organist/choir leader starting September 2010.

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LOOKING FOR AN APARTMENT? Wilson Investments, 613-4328417 is your reliable landlord in Renfrew! Affordable rents, clean quiet secure buildings. Office location #2, 850 O’Brien

ROOM FOR RENT

June 24 2010 - RENFREW MERCURY

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

RENFREW MERCURY - June 24 2010

HELP WANTED

PEMBROKE REGIONAL HOSPITAL INC. L’HOPITAL REGIONAL DE PEMBROKE INC. Media Group Ltd.

Job Title: Real Estate Advertising Sales Representative, Permanent Full-time Department: Advertising, Ottawa Region Media Group Location: Ottawa, ON Job Summary: The Real Estate Advertising Sales Representative is responsible for servicing and growing our existing client base and will increase sales revenue through new business development in the Ottawa Region.

If you are interested in this position, please forward your resume to terrilynne.crozier@metroland.com later than June 28th, 2010. Please indicate Real Estate Ottawa in the subject line. We appreciate the interest of all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please. Thank you.

CARRIERS NEEDED TOWN OF

RENFREW various routes Seeking reliable people to deliver the Renfrew Mercury every Thursday

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Contact Tom Sidney 613-432-3655 ext 31

The successful candidate will become an employee of the Eastern Ontario Regional Laboratory Association (EORLA) in the future.

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This position is responsible for the leadership and direction of the Laboratory, which offers core services as well as Pathology and Microbiology. The incumbent will provide assistance in the areas of business management and regional collaboration. REQUIREMENTS: • Member in good standing of the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists in Ontario (CMLTO) • Experience in Hematology, Bacteriology, Biochemistry and Immunohematology • A minimum of five (5) years of current, progressive supervisory experience in a general laboratory setting • Previous management experience in a clinical setting • Experience working with unions an asset • Experience in clinical outcome measurement and quality improvement • Excellent interpersonal skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and with respect • Demonstrated ability to problem solve • Effective critical thinking skills • Ability to manage and implement change • Demonstrated experience in workflow analysis and redesign • Demonstrated effective computer skills, with ability to work with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook and Access. Familiarity with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) • Teambuilding and coaching skills • Must have demonstrated ability to meet the attendance standards of the Hospital • Bilingualism is an asset Qualified candidates should submit their resumes by Friday, July 2, 2010 to: Human Resources, Pembroke Regional Hospital, 705 Mackay Street, Pembroke, Ontario, K8A 1G8 or FAX: (613) 732-6348 or e-mail recruitment@pemreghos.org We thank all candidates for applying, however, only applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged. An equal opportunity employer/ Visit our Website www.pemreghos.org CL20318

Triodetic, an internationally recognized designer, manufacturer and supplier of Specialty Structures - Domes, Free Form Structures, Barrel Vaults and Space Frames invites interested applicants for the position of:

Manufacturing Manager Preference will be given to candidates with proven experience in: • Metal Manufacturing, Welding and Fabricating Operations • Health and Safety Programs • Quality Control Systems • Scheduling Software Triodetic offers a competitive compensation packages including excellent beneﬁts and working conditions in a modern facility located in the heart of Arnprior, Ontario. Interested persons should submit their resumes in conﬁdence to: Triodetic , a division of Plaintree Systems Inc 90 Decosta Place Suite 200 Arnprior, ON K7S 0B5 Fax: 613-623-4647 www.triodetic.com hr@triodetic.com

APPOINTMENTS TO THE 2010 ELECTION JOINT COMPLIANCE AUDIT COMMITTEE

We are currently recruiting for the following position: • Technical Manager for the Laboratory Department. This non-union position is offered on a Full-Time basis.

Position Accountabilities: • Developing sales programs that meet our clients’ business needs. • Prospect new business by contacting advertisers in competitor publications and reviewing new businesses in the area • Develop creative proposals for prospective advertisers • Assist clients in ad design and coordinate with Production to ensure accuracy of ad content • Promote special features and advertising programs to clients • Negotiate rates with clients, within acceptable guidelines set by the Advertising Manager • Where appropriate, co-ordinate special coverage with Editorial • Address client concerns in a timely and professional manner • Attain and/or surpass individual revenue budgets • Understanding of the Ottawa market and competitor publications Competencies/Skills and Experience: • Minimum of 2 years previous sales experience • Knowledge of Real Estate Industry in the Ottawa Region an asset • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Solid time-management and organizational skills • Proﬁcient in Microsoft applications • Ability to build rapport for constructive and effective relationships • Ability to make quality decisions within a deadline driven environment • Customer Focus • Ability to work both individually and in a team environment • Ability to sell and promote multiple advertising programs at one time • A reliable vehicle and valid insurance required

Pembroke Regional Hospital, located 150 km northwest of Ottawa, is a regional acute care hospital offering a variety of acute and ambulatory care services including medicine, surgery, maternal and child care, regional mental health care, regional rehabilitation, district stroke centre, emergency and intensive care. Our state of the art digital diagnostic imaging department offers a wide variety of diagnostic modalities including CT and nuclear medicine. In our continuing efforts to bring health care services closer to home, we have expanded in the areas of systemic therapy and geriatric day program. In partnership with the Ottawa Heart Institute we offer an ambulatory cardiac rehabilitation program.

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FOR THE CITY OF PEMBROKE, TOWNSHIP OF LAURENTIAN VALLEY, AND TOWNSHIP OF WHITEWATER REGION

The City of Pembroke, Township of Laurentian Valley, and Township of Whitewater Region are currently seeking interested applicants from professionals who are required to adhere to codes of standards of their profession, and other individuals with in depth knowledge of the campaign ﬁnancing rules of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, for appointment to the 2010 Election Joint Compliance Audit Committee. Each municipality will be appointing one member to the committee. The purpose of the Joint Compliance Audit Committee is to: • Consider compliance audit applications made by electors and decide whether they should be granted or rejected; • Appoint an auditor if the application is granted; • Receive the auditor’s report; • Consider the auditor’s report and decide if legal proceedings should be commenced; and • Give directions accordingly and recover the costs of conducting the compliance audit from the applicant if no apparent contraventions are found. If you wish to be considered for an appointment, please submit your application in writing to your corresponding municipality, as follows: Terry Lapierre, CAO Bruce Lloyd, Deputy CAO City of Pembroke Twp of Laurentian Valley 1 Pembroke St East 460 Witt Road Pembroke, ON Pembroke, ON K8A 3J5 K8A 6W5 Email: tlapierre@pembroke.ca Email: blloyd@laurvall.on.ca Fax: 613-735-3660 Fax: 613-735-5820

Dean Sauriol, CAO Twp of Whitewater Region 44 Main Street Cobden, ON K0J 1K0 Email: dsauriol@whitewaterregion.ca Fax: 613-646-2283

Application forms are available online at: www.pembroke.ca www.laurentianvalleytwsp.on.ca www.whitewaterregion.ca Or at the municipal ofﬁces located at: 1 Pembroke Street East, Pembroke, ON 460 Witt Road, Pembroke, ON 44 Main Street, Cobden, ON Applications will be received until July 30, 2010. Applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used strictly for the purpose of committee appointments. We thank all applicants in advance; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. CL20323

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MANAGER OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Renfrew County Joint Transportation Consortium The Renfrew County Joint Transportation Consortium is a partnership between the Renfrew County Catholic District School Board and the Renfrew County District School Board for the purpose of providing joint transportation services for the students of Renfrew County. Reporting to the R.C.J.T.C. Executive Council, the Manager will provide leadership, vision and effective management of the personnel and resources within the Consortium in order to achieve safe, efﬁcient, effective and ﬁscally responsible transportation services for students of the Consortium.

Qualiﬁcations / Skills / Experience Candidates for the Manager of Transportation Services position should possess the following: 1. Bachelor degree or equivalent in Business or Public Administration, Planning or other related ﬁeld(s); 2. Demonstrated recent supervisory experience with strong leadership, mentoring, organizational, judgement and decision making skills (5 or more years);

Managed Delivery Solutions, a newly created division of Metroland Media Group Ltd, is looking to for an experienced sales professional to expand and develop new business for its growing parcel delivery business. This is a new business role that will be focused on identifying, negotiating with and acquiring new customers. The ideal candidate for this role will have demonstrated experience in new business generation with a background in parcel, packet and publication delivery.

Scapa North America located 45 minutes west of Ottawa in Renfrew has a vacancy for a Cost Accountant/ Analyst within the Finance team supporting operations. The Cost Accountant/Analyst works closely with Operations staff to develop costs that measure the profitability of the adhesive tapes markets in which it competes. An ability to quickly and reliably develop costs is vital to delivering a timely price to a customer. The role entails extensive reporting and analysis of sales, cost of sales, margins and cost variances. The successful candidate will possess spreadsheet skills to expertly manipulate, filter and summarize large volumes of data and effectively present a conclusion of the analysis for management review and decisionmaking. Interested candidates should have a good grasp of the accounting principles for inventory valuation and matching. The successful candidate will most likely already have acquired at least two years experience in accounting and controls within a manufacturing operation and has demonstrated substantial progress toward a relevant accounting designation. Qualified candidates are asked to submit a resume to the Human Resources department at Scapa Tapes North America Ltd., 609 Barnet Boulevard, Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 3Z4.

Primary Responsibilities Develop and acquire key targets Create compelling presentations and proposals Develop and maintain industry contacts with professional associations Report on weekly activity and progress with sales targets Design and develop sales support material including media kits and rate cards to be used in the selling process Assist in developing short term and long term strategic plans and promotions

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8. Experience in negotiating service contracts. The Consortium offers a competitive salary and comprehensive beneﬁt package. The application package from potential candidates should include an updated resume, cover letter, proof of educational qualiﬁcations, and three (3) employment references, and is to be forwarded no later than: 3:00 p.m. on

Thursday, July 8, 2010, to: M. NEESON, MANAGER OF HUMAN RESOURCES SERVICES Renfrew County Catholic District School Board 499 Pembroke Street West Pembroke, ON K8A 5P1 Fax: 613-732-7961 Email: mneeson@rccdsb.edu.on.ca ONLY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED. ALL OTHER APPLICANTS ARE THANKED FOR THEIR INTEREST. ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE CONDITIONAL UPON RECEIPT OF AN ORIGINAL CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK ACCEPTABLE TO BOTH BOARDS.

M. Arbour, Director of Education Renfrew County Catholic District School Board R. Clarke, Director of Education Renfrew County District School Board

Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) are a key component of Ontario’s plan to make the health care system more patient-centred and responsive to local health care needs. LHINs respond to local population needs by planning, coordinating, integrating and funding the delivery of health services in each of the 14 LHIN geographic regions.

Part-Time Board Directors (2 positions) The Government of Ontario seeks candidates to be Directors for the Champlain Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), commencing in January 2011. As a member of the Champlain LHIN Board of Directors, you will be responsible for directing the affairs of the LHIN in accordance with applicable legislation, constituting documents, approved strategic and business plans, and government policies established and communicated by the Minister of Health and LongTerm Care. Proficiency in public health, financial management/accounting or health law/ethics would be considered an asset, as would fluency in French and English. Directors are appointed by Order-in-Council for a term of up to three years, subject to a one-term renewal. Downloadable application forms are available at www.pas.gov.on.ca. Application forms, quoting file number PAS-1053, must be received by July 23, 2010, at: Public Appointments Secretariat, Room 2440, Whitney Block, 99 Wellesley St. W., Toronto, ON M7A 1W4. Fax: 416-327-2633. Alternatively, you can apply online. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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DECORATION and MEMORIAL SERVICE for Cobden Union Cemetery will be held on Sunday June 27th at 7pm In case of rain, service in Grace United Church. Charity tax receipts will be given for all donations $20 or over. Envelopes available from ushers or send donation to Peggy McLeod, Treasurer, Box 385, Cobden ON K0J 1K0 Cheques made payable to Cobden Union Cemetery

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Musicians from Beachburg, Eganville, Renfrew and more Goodwill offering to be shared between the needs of the church and RVH CT Fund.

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GRADUATIONS

Hi. My name is John and I’m the proud big brother of my new Baby sister. Mommy and Daddy travelled to the Almonte General Hospital to pick her out at 4:55 p.m. She weighed 7 lb. 7 oz. and was 20-1/2 inches long. Daddy and I brought Mommy and Leigha home the next day. Mommy, Daddy, Leigha and I are all so happy and doing very well. Phil, Ashton, John and Leigha

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198 BASSWOOD AVE Saturday June 26 multi family yard sale 8a.m. to 1p.m. Rain or shine

GIANT GARAGE SALE Saturday June 26 and Sunday June 27, 8a.m.-2p.m. 1716 Calabogie Rd/Burnstown 243 SIDNEY AVE Sat- Rd at the Madawaska urday June 26, 8a.m. River Market in Burnmulti-family yard sale, stown children’s, baby and household items, can- MULTI FAMILY JUNE celed only if hard rain 26 Saturday 8a.m. 711 Chenaux follow 311 RAGLAN ST N Storyland Rd to 4 cor8a.m. Saturday June ner turn left, items left 26, rain date Saturday from Best Regards, kid July 3 stuff, books, tools, wicker set, rocking chair 388 JOFFRE JUNE 26 and lots more 8a.m.-1p.m. 726 EIGHTH ST June 26. 8-12 if raining July 3

SATURDAY JUNE 26, 8-12, 70 Haramis Dr. Multi family yard sale, outdoor furniture, dining set, gas dryer, household items and children’s clothing

83 HARRY ST, Saturday, June 26. Furniture, toys, tools, various items. Rain date Sun- GIANT YARD SALE day, June 27 5791 Matawatchan Rd Griffith July 9 GARDEN OF EDEN 1,2,3,4,&5th. 74 x 24 RD/corner of Bruce St, ft of goodies also 20 x Renfrew, Saturday June 20 ft tent of goodies. 26, 8:00 am - 2:00 Appliances, furniture, pm. Good variety of decor, house wares, tools etc. Dawn til Dusk items. See You !!! GARAGE SALES

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GIANT INDOOR YARD SALE 1916 Burnstown Road Sat. June 26 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Great bargains!! Huge variety of items Appliances, furniture, collectibles, household items, books, tools, toys, carpet remnants. Check out the “free stuff” table! Call 613-433-9628 or 613-432-8236 for information Clean out your clutter and consign your items with us!! MULTI-FAMILY YARD sale 722 Seventh St. 7a.m.-noon Saturday June 26 YARD SALE JUNE 26 from 8a.m. to 12p.m. 3484 Burnstown Rd Renfrew, On

Oct. 2010 MASSIVE GARAGE SALE Like new Ride on Lawn Mower/Snowblower, power washer, treadmill, furniture, t.v’s and hundreds of household items. Dozens of pristine Men’s Suits and women’s clothing. 179 Maple Grove Lane, Mink Lake (From Kelly’s Corners take Bulger Road to Jessup Road to Mink Lake) Saturday July 3rd to Sunday July 4th

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Friday June 25, 2010

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Congratulating Marian and Gerald Adamson on their 50th Wedding Anniversary on June 25/10 Melanie Alice Briscoe, daughter of Alex & Betty Briscoe graduated from U. of Ottawa with B of Sn Nursing cum laude in the spring of 2009. Mel excepted a position on the 4th ﬂoor at Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO). More recent accepted a position in Intensive Care Unit at CHEO. She can also be found in Renfrew Victoria Hospital, employed on Casual Staff. “You are a very caring and compassionate person the children you care for are in wonderful hands” “God Bless in your care giving”

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Annie Beimers would like to send out a big sincere thank you for all who helped her celebrate her 80th birthday.

Zella Mullins June 27th “We Love You” Your Family, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren

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Thank you to my brother & wife who came from Holland to help me celebrate. Thanks to those who stopped in at the church and those who stayed for dinner. Thank you also for all the cards, ﬂowers, gift certiﬁcates and most of all the memories. Big hugs to all my kids for planning it. Love — Annie CL19301

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A mother holds her children’s hands for a short time, But holds their hearts forever. Miss you Penny Mom and family

RAY WHITAKER In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who passed away June 28, 2003 Those whom we love go out of sight, But never out of mind; They are cherished in the hearts Of those they leave behind. Loving and kind in all his ways, Upright and just in all his days; Sincere and true in heart and mind, Beautiful memories he left behind.

Special thanks to Rita MacPherson for all her help. Thanks to Dr. Buxton, nurse at emergency, Dr. John Collins, Dr. Gardiner, nurses in ICU at RVH. The ambulance drivers. Dr. Glover, Dr. Williams, nurses at Ottawa Heart Institute while I was a patient.

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Past her suffering, past her pain, Cease to weep for tears are vain. And while she sleeps a peaceful sleep Her memory we shall always keep. There is not a day, dear mother, That we do not think of you. Love — Mark, Sharon, Mackenzie, Mercedes, David, Lyn-Marie, Luke & Jill CL20309

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RIOPELLE, ELLNORA In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother

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Joseph Lawrence Died peacefully June 17, 2010 at the Blind River District Health Centre surrounded with love. He is the son of the late Joseph and Josephine Sidock. Beloved husband of Gloria for 58 years. Devoted father of Elizabeth (Michael) Laderoute, Suzanne (Robin) St. Jules, Shirley Ann (Murray) Fullerton, Leonard (Lisa), all of Blind River, Richard (Celine) of Ottawa, Theodore (Marlene Lafreniere) of Winnipeg, MB, and James (Annette) of Yarmouth, NS. Adored Papa to 17 grandchildren and 6 greatgrandchildren. He is survived by sister Agnes (Anthony) Mask of Renfrew. Predeceased by brothers Arthur (Kathleen) of Espanola, Michael (late Delta) and sister Leona (late Bernard) Holley, both of Renfrew, and one grandson, Kurtis. Special uncle to the family of the late Vital Landriault. Also survived by numerous sisters-inlaw and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. Joe was a WWII veteran and a member of Legion Branch 189. He will be fondly remembered by the community as a prominent businessman and for his volunteer commitment with various organizations. He was a founding member of the Blind River X-C ski club and was an active Rotarian. A service was held on Monday, June 21, 2010 from St. James the Greater, Blind River. Donations to St. James the Greater Building Fund, the Blind River District Health Centre Foundation “Bucks for Beds Campaign” or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Menard Funeral Home. CL20317

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