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Haley street evacuated after fire on weekend

Renfrew County councillors are back participating in the second annual Slim Till You Win contest with Lanark County.

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Sunday morning, just after midnight, the Renfrew detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police and the White Water Region Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Sullivan Street in Haley Station.

An adult male fled the fire, fleeing by a window. He was taken to hospital for treatment of broken bones and burns.

As a result of the fire, the Ontario Fire Marshal attended the scene. Investigators located two acetylene tanks, one of which was leaking.

As a precautionary measure, some local residents were evacuated but told they would be able to return to their homes by Monday, once the tanks had been removed.

The tanks had been warmed by the fire, but neither blew, says Whitewater Fire Chief Wayne Heubner.

The 9-1-1 call came in at 12:05 a.m., while two fire trucks from Station 1 in the Village of Haley’s were on the scene by 12:19 a.m.

There was “massive damage” to the house and garage, and a car was burned in the driveway. Chief Heubner says the fire was under control by 5 a.m., but firefighters remained on the scene to monitor for hot spots.

The cause of the fire is under investigation, by the OFM and with assistance of the OPP. The primary investigation, says Heubner, was completed

by Monday evening.

Anyone with information about the fire is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

NEWS

These youngsters shone in the Renfrew Legion’s annual Remembrance Day poetry and essay contest.

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The Jamie Wright and Castleford ice fishing derbies were a big hit on the local waterways.

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NOT CHICKEN OF THIS CHICKEN Winston Burgess is just a bit enamoured with the main character in the Horton Winter Carnival chicken bingo. Wind-blown cold conditions kept attendance down Saturday, but 100 people still attended the annual carnival’s hearty breakfast at the community centre. Others took part in the children’s and adult games and other activities on the program.

Unforgettable rescue by canoe Steve Newman

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Calabogie Lake residents Al and Debbie Knaut will long remember this rescue on their virtual doorstep.

It was early afternoon on Sunday, Feb. 12, and Al had been recovering from recent eye surgery. But he decided to head outdoors for his first collection of firewood in weeks.

Good thing he did.

He heard someone calling from help. Looking up, about the length of a football field away, he saw someone in distress while sitting in a red canoe in a small section of open water on the

otherwise ice-bound lake.

The ice can be thin in places, since the waters in front of their home are about 1.5 kilometres from moving waters at Barrett Chute.

As suspected, a non-local snowmobiler, unfamiliar with the area, went through in thin ice.

Another snowmobiler headed to Calabogie Lodge for help, while the other snowmobile companion hurried over to the Knauts’ residence and grabbed their unlocked canoe.

Upon hearing the yells for help, Al informed his wife, who called 9-1-1, and within a few minutes members of

the Greater Madawaska fire department were on the scene, soon followed by paramedics and an Ontario Provincial Police snowmobile unit.

“I didn’t realize at the time that he was sitting in my canoe,” said Al, who leaves the canoe outside in the winter.

“It was very fortuitous that he happened to go out at that time, because usually he does it in the morning,” said Debbie.

“It was just a combination of factors.

It still boggles my mind how everything fit into place, and saved a life.

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“We are just so thankful that someone was able to make use of something we had.”

Apparently, the submerged snowmobiler, who couldn’t get into the canoe, had been in the water about an hour. Complicating matters, his rescue-buddy, was growing cold and tired and didn’t know how much longer he could hold on.

In the end, the fire department rescued the snowmobiler from the open water.

Ironically, Canadian Forces Base Petawawa provides ice and water rescue services for Greater Madawaska, after Arnprior dropped its service agreement last summer.

As it turned out, incident commander Gilles Aucoin of the Greater Madawaska Fire Department responded to the 9-1-1 call, while firefighters Mike Allen and Leonard Emon pulled to safety the snowmobilers said to be from the Sharbot Lake area.

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After years of sliding back, Arnprior’s population in 2011 jumped past the 8,000 mark and rivals Renfrew’s for the first time.

Mayor David Reid made mention of the news, after Statistics Canada released census data last week, at Monday’s council meeting.

He chuckled, than “congratulated” Arnprior for its 13.4 per cent growth, which he surmised must make it one of the fastest growing communities in Eastern Ontario.

However, he said past statistics seemed low-balled to him, but that this one is likely accurate. He also cautioned about equating growth with prosperity.

“It’s good in some ways, but you have to make sure it’s sustainable,” Reid said.

“Sustainable growth that is manageable is a good thing.

But we don’t want it to change

who we are,” the mayor said.

He said it is crucial to have infrastructure – meaning roads, sewer and water pipes, and more – in place to support the growth. But for the most part, the town won’t need another library, community centre, wastewater pollution control centre, or similar buildings anytime soon.

More taxpayers moving to town to pay for those services will reduce the burden on all, he said.

Officially, Arnprior’s population comes in at 8,114, good for 168th in Ontario.

In 2006, the last time a census report was published, the town’s population sat at 7,158. The total number of private dwellings is 3,767.

None of it came as much of a surprise to Reid, who said when houses have been built by the hundreds in town over the last few years – not to mention for years in the future – it comes as no surprise the

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No Liberal supporters in Renfrew-Nippissing-Pembroke have contacted the party over the so-called robo-calls scandal, but a former candidate says nothing less than Canadian democracy itself was compromised if the allegations from some 40 other ridings are true.

Christine Tabbert ran for the Liberal party in last year’s federal election, finishing a distant fourth. She harbours no illusions that possible voter suppression measures by the Conservative Party cost her the win. But she said free elections are paramount and

McSheffrey isn’t buying it.

She said the lone party member was too young and likely couldn’t afford to pay the company for that many calls on his own. She said it would take people with tremendous knowledge and money to orchestrate something of that magnitude.

“It doesn’t strike me as right that a kid this young would have that kind of money,” she said.

“It’s kind of unprecedented.

No one has interfered to this degree in an election.”

Harper fielded most of the questions in parliament this week, saying if opposition parties have evidence they ought to pass it along to Elections Canada. The NDP and Liberals said Harper’s party STARTING AT has all the information required to get to the bottom of the scandal.

needed by the nearest parties in each race.

Martin, well known for tough talk, likened the tactics to those seen in impoverished totalitarian regimes.

“How is this different from a bunch of goons with clubs blocking the door to a voter station as we’ve seen in Third World countries,” he said.

“Because the net effect is the same.”

When McSheffrey was asked if the Conservatives are an illegitimate government, as Martin intimated, she was terse.

“It calls it into question,” she said.

For their part, the Conservatives have dismissed a ‘rouge operator’ that could be behind the robo-calls. Prime Minister Stephen Harper said the party’s top brass knew nothing of the alleged tactics.

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tion of its assets. Gallant did not return repeated calls from Metroland Media – Ottawa.

However, a longtime NDP insider from the riding has joined the growing choir of those calling for an inquiry, similar to that which exposed the Liberal sponsorship scandal.

“I think there should be a full, independent inquiry,” said Sue McSheffrey.

“All parties are using new technologies, but not to win an election by deceiving people.”

Manitoba NDP MP Pat Martin questioned “the legitimacy of the Conservatives’ 39 per cent majority mandate.”

Across the 14 most closely contested Conservative ridings in Canada, 6,201 is the combined margin of victory.

To have won those 14 seats, 6,215 votes is all that was

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were revealed to newspapers, including the Toronto Star. Its investigation examines the link between the Conservatives and an Edmonton-based company that made tens of thousands of automated phone calls, known as robocalls, to homes throughout the country.

All parties use robo-calls, but the charge by opposition parties against the Conservatives is that they may have impersonated Elections Canada officials and deliberately misdirected targeted voters – those likely to vote Liberal, according to Conservative data – away from their ballot stations. That exceeds typical ‘dirty tricks’ that parties are routinely accused of.

If true, the result could be fines or jail time or even the deregistration of MP Cheryl Gallant’s party and liquida-

an emergency debate in the House of Commons is needed to secure the credibility of the federal system.

“I find the reports very disturbing. The right to freely cast a ballot is the foundation of our democracy,” said Tabbert, a corporate lawyer now living in Toronto. “The reputation of parliament is at stake.”

She encourages anyone who may recall on the May 2 election getting calls supposedly from Elections Canada directing them to the wrong voting outlet, or claiming to be with the Liberal party but speaking rudely, to call Elections Canada.

The allegations of voter suppression – what some commentators are calling Canada’s Watergate – first emerged late last week when Elections Canada documents

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July 7 named Celebrating Diversity Day by town council steve.newman@metroland.com

Renfrew County has not always been looked upon as being open to alternative lifestyle choices. Words like homosexual, transgender and genderful aren’t as easily understood or accepted by residents in the Valley.

But that may already be changing, as Renfrew council has declared July 7, 2012 as Celebrating Diversity Day in Renfrew.

All council members, except Coun. Jim Miller, supported the motion.

In conjunction with that declaration, the organizing committee was represented at council by six of its members, including spokesperson and Renfrew Collegiate Institute principal Alanna Emon.

The other representatives were Terri-Lynn Bayford of McNab-Braeside, Marcus Magdalena and Sherry Haaima of Renfrew, RCI student Hailie Harris and McNab-Braeside elementary school student Daniel Dupuis.

There are about 20 members on the committee, which will be spearheading the festival the evenings of July 6 and Saturday, July 7.

Many of the activities will take place in and around Low Square, in front of the municipal building, and on Railway Avenue following the mid-day closing of the Renfrew Farmers Market.

“Our goal is to bring open hearts, open minds and to celebrate,” Emon told council.

“The idea was brought to me, and it really spoke to me personally because I grew up in this town, and I believe that the town is growing, it’s changing, it’s exciting to be part of it, and I’d just like to give back by giving my time by helping organize the festival,” explained principal Emon afterwards, in speaking to the media.

On the Saturday, Emon says participants “can expect to see music and dance and food and lots of colour and celebration and fun.”

As an inclusive activity, Emon said there’s no point in talking about exclusivity “because it defeats the whole purpose of our group.”

Emon added: “Comfort comes in understanding and education, and that’s what our goal is, to bring education and understanding and familiarity and appreciation for the people we live with, and for the people that are part of our community. We have to understand, we have to welcome, and we’re all part of the same community, the same world. If we don’t have understanding and appreciation, we have wars.”

The festival is about total inclusion, said committee member Magdalena, who describes himself as a genderful person.

“It is not just about being gay, lesbian, straight or trans,” he said in an email.

“It is not just about being African, Indian,

Irish or Native. It is not just about being Catholic, Muslim, spiritual or atheist.

“More so, this festival is about being intrinsically all of this and so much more.

“It is about being one member of the community and about the entire community and how each and every one of us brings so much to that community. And all of this requires openness and education.”

Fellow committee member Bayford said, “I hope we can educate everybody to let everybody know they’re welcome … without living in fear of just being themselves.”

In supporting Celebrating Diversity Day, council is providing the use of Low Square and bleachers, closing down Railway Avenue for activities and doing other services in kind.

There will be the opportunity to use the sidewalks on Raglan Street beside Low Square for merchants and other booths, and a live music stage after the market closes.

MAYOR’S PERSONAL COMMENTS

Preferring to “speak personally” and not as the mayor, Mayor Bill Ringrose told The Mercury he’s supportive of the expressed intentions of the committee, but he admitted he does have “a little bit of discomfort with these type of issues.”

He says that follows out of what has been seen in the last decade or two with such huge urban events as gay pride festivities in Toronto that make some individuals uncomfortable.

“Some of it, in my mind, has gotten a little extreme,” said Ringrose.

“But I’ve had a chance to talk to a few people on this team that want to put this on, and in talking to them I am very much satisfied that this is a diversity festival.

“To some people, it may be something else, but that’s not what it’s saying it wants to be. I have no difficulty with it.

“There’s old, there’s young; there’s white, there’s black; there’s religious, non religious; that’s all part of the mix; and everyone’s entitled to those penchants.

“In fact, if they can put on something that tends to show that, I’m fine.”

As the mayor, Ringrose said council is quite prepared to support this festival, just as it has supported other festivals.

The festival will include Friday and Saturday evening dramatic presentations, tentatively scheduled for Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church.

The organizers have also indicated they may return to Renfrew council to request closure of Raglan Street if the participation numbers warrant.

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The Renfrew Firefighters supported the community by presenting a $600 cheque to Hospice Renfrew Feb. 14. From left are fire captain Peter Whalen, Hospice Renfrew executive director Diane Caughey and firefighter Mike Guest.

Firefighters appreciate community The Renfrew Professional Firefighters Association has shown its support to the community through a number of fundraising projects.

They are also quick to thank the people of Renfrew and area for their contribution.

On behalf of the entire fire department, Peter Whalen and Mike Guest thanked all who attended the Firefighters Frew Fest fishing derby Jan. 28.

“Once again, this event was a huge success, and thanks to a sunny day, attendance was high,” they said.

The firefighters thank sponsors Gourley’s

Variety and Gas Bar, Renfrew Fish and Game Club, Renfrew Printers, Stone Road Landscaping and Tree Services, Thompson’s Septic Tank Pumping, Scott’s Hardware and the Korner Hutch.

They also thank retired firefighter captain Barry Griese for operating his mobile weighin station, and ensuring everyone had a spot to fish through his Hole for Hospice Campaign.

The firefighters also give a special thanks out to Breigh Whalen for giving her valuable time to assist in running the event.

The event raised $600 for Hospice Renfrew.

9-1-1 Ontario Advisory Board seeking $100 per municipality to continue as information authority Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

The 9-1-1 Ontario Advisory Board (OAB) is asking each of the province’s 445 municipalities to provide $100 to continue as the technical and information authority respecting the implementation and operation of 9-1-1 emergency number systems in Ontario.

“We need operation support and, therefore,

are making this request for assistance in the form of a small donation from each municipality,” the OAB said in its letter to Renfrew council.

Council passed the motion to the $100 contribution.

The funds help the OAB to continue its work and represent the interests of municipal governments and their citizens on 9-1-1 issues.

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Renfrew OPP investigate robbery On Sunday night, Feb. 26, the Renfrew OPP responded to a report of an armed robbery at the Mac’s Milk Convenience store at 12 Raglan Street N. in Renfrew.

Two males who were disguised entered the store. One of the males produced a firearm and demanded cash. The two left the store with a small amount of cash and scratch tickets.

Although the Renfrew OPP utilized assistance from the Emergency Response Team, the Identification Unit, and the Canine Unit, the suspects were not apprehended.

Anyone with information about this armed robbery is asked to contact the Renfrew OPP (613) 432-3211 Det.-Const. Sean Smith is investigating.

Renfrew OPP weekly report The Renfrew detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police responded to 140 calls for service during the past week.

Domestic Disputes

During the past week officers from the Renfrew OPP investigated four domestic disputes. One female was arrested and charged with assault. One male was arrested and charged with assault. No other charges were laid.

Drug Offences

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Motorists faced dangerous road conditions last Friday afternoon but roads crews were busy doing all they could to keep the roads passable despite the snow storm.

One male was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana after going through a RIDE check in Renfrew.

Const. Kathleen Magill investigated.

Theft

Police are investigating a theft after a female’s purse was taken off of her chair at Finnigan’s Roadhouse on Friday, Feb. 24. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Renfrew OPP Mischief

Several unlocked vehicles were entered overnight this week in Renfrew. Police are reminding citizens not to leave valuables in their vehicles and to lock their doors.

If you have information on any criminal offence that results in charges being laid, you qualify for an award of up to $2,000. Call Pembroke/Renfrew County Crime Stoppers at 735-8477.

Renfrew contractor sentenced to 30 days in jail for unfair practice Hubert Belisle, operating as H.B. Expert Pro-Renovations in Renfrew, has pleaded guilty to two counts of engaging in an unfair practice under Ontario’s Consumer Protection Act, 2002.

The plea was entered Feb. 16 and Belisle was sentenced to 30 days in jail.

In spring 2009, Belisle entered into agreements with two homeowners in Ottawa to perform various repairs and improvements to their homes.

A news release from the Ministry of Consumer Services says that, in both cases, work began later than promised and the work was substandard. In one case, the work was not completed.

Belisle was also sentenced to restitution orders totalling $12,500.

Belisle is already subject to a probation order imposed in August 2011 with conditions that include forbidding him from entering into any consumer agreement with a consumer unless the

McNab-Braeside man Warrant issued in assault charged with importing ‘date rape’ drug The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) intercepted a package on Feb. 22 that was sent from the Netherlands to an address in McNab Braeside Township.

The package contained four litres of gamma butyrlactone (GBL), a substance used to produce Gamma Hydroxybutrate (GHB).

GHB is commonly abused for its depressant and intoxicating effects and is also known as the ‘date rape drug, utilized by sexual predators.

The Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), Drug Enforcement Unit with assistance of the CBSA executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant on Feb. 23, at the McNab Braeside Township residence.

Inside the residence, a GHB lab was located, along with large amounts of other powdered substances, including the designer drug ‘Bath Salts.’

Bath Salts is a designer drug, meaning that they are substances that have been manufactured using legal chemicals, where retailers are able to legally market and sell them.

Bath Salts produce effects that are similar to stimulants such as methamphetamines and cocaine.

The following seizures were made as result of the investigation: • 500 mL of suspected “GHB”; 4

• Chemicals related to the production of “GHB”, about 5.5 litres of “GBL”; • 2 kg of suspected ‘Bath Salts’; • A large amount of additional powdered substances believed to be controlled substances and designer drugs; • Computer and several hard drives; • Paperwork and documentary evidence; and • ‘Mace’ – pepper spray.

The estimated street value of the 500 mL of “GHB” is $1,000 Canadian currency.

It is estimated that with the additional GBL seized, (4 litres by the CBSA upon interception of the package and the 1.5 litres seized at the residence) about 11 litres of GHB could be produced, with a potential street value of $22,000.

Bath Salts can be sold up to $100 per gram, estimating the value to be about $200,000.

A 22-year-old man from McNab Braeside Township was arrested and charged with the Importation of GBL and Production of GHB pursuant to Schedule 3 of the CDSA. The man was released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in Ontario Provincial court in Renfrew on the April 25.

The OPP want to warn members of the public that taking any drug that is not prescribed or produced by a pharmaceutical company is always dangerous.

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On Friday, Feb. 24 members of the Renfrew detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an assault at an apartment in Renfrew.

An adult male was transported to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital.

As a result of the investigation, the OPP have a warrant in the first instance for 26-year-old Shawn Agnel.

He is wanted on charges of assault causing bodily harm, assault with a weapon, overcome resistance to commit an indictable offence, utter threats to cause death, and two counts of breach of probation.

Const. Sarah Turcotte is investigating.

agreement complies with the Consumer Protection Act, 2002 and from accepting money in advance of completing the work.

Ontario’s Consumer Protection Act, 2002 provides for fines of up to $250,000 for corporations and $50,000 for individuals convicted of offences. It also provides for jail terms of up to two years less a day for each offence. The act also empowers the court to order offenders to pay compensation or make restitution to victims.

“Home reno is timely, especially with spring around the corner. Ontarians should be informed of the importance of a contract, their rights and in this case deposits,” says ministry media relations advisor Sandra Bento.

Learn more about consumer services by visiting www.ontario.ca/consumerservices for tips and advice on how to be a smart consumer.

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Snow machines stolen Const. Andrew Wierzbicki is investigating the theft of a snow machine from the parking lot of a restaurant located on Highway 60 in Wilno.

On Feb. 18 at about 7:45 p.m., officers received a complaint that a 2012 Polaris 800 Rush R LE was stolen from the parking lot. Police are seeking the public’s assistance with any information leading to recovery of the snowmobile.

Const. Chris Miller is investigating the theft of a 2008 SKIDOO MXZ from a parking lot of a hotel located on Highway 60. The snowmobile was removed some time during the evening from a parking lot. If anyone has information contact the Killaloe OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Calls for service

During the week of Feb. 13 to 21 there were 96 calls for service in the Killaloe/ Whitney detachment area.

Officers were also busy with false alarms/accidental 9-1-1 calls for service, neighbour disputes, domestic disturbances, motor vehicle collisions, mischief,

RIDE programs and traffic enforcement.

Officers responded to nine motor vehicle collisions.

Four were the result of wild animals. theft from store

Const. Erin Densmore is investigating a theft from a convience store in Golden Lake, North Algona Wilberforce Township. A 32-yearold woman from the Golden Lake Reserve was charged with theft under shoplifting.

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Const. Jeff MacLeod is investigating a theft which has led to the arrest and subsequent charging of a 28-yearold Pembroke man with two counts of theft contrary to section 334(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada.

MacLeod’s investigation has led to further charges of break and enter, breach of probation and obstruct/resist peace officer.

A 30-year-old person from Bonnechere Valley Township was also charged with possession of property obtained by crime.

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The final registration numbers are in for 2012 Slim Till You Win Bruce McIntyre

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Check-ins will be facilitated by paramedics and will take place at selected Heart Wise Exercise Locations in Renfrew and Lanark Counties.

The final Renfrew County check-in dates are as follows: Pembroke Fellowes High School, Wednesday, March 7 from 5 to 7 p.m.; Arnprior District High School, Thursday, March 8 from 6 to 8 p.m.; Best Western Pembroke Fitness Centre, Monday, March 5 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Deep River Mackenzie High School, Tuesday, March 6 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; and St. Joseph’s Catholic High School, Renfrew, Thursday, March 8, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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Slim till You Win, the biggest weight loss challenge to come to our area has begun and the registration data is in.

Registration for the second annual Slim till you Win competition was very successful, with 156 participants from both counties, as well as 11 Renfrew County Council members, joining us in embracing a health-wise lifestyle thru nutrition and physical activity.

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Lanark County Starting Weight - 13, 904.3 lbs.

Renfrew County Council Starting Weight - 2, 259 lbs.

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Healthy rise in dog-tag sales in Admston-Bromley Twp. STEVE NEWMAN

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Dog-tag sales in Admaston-Bromley are up a healthy 23 per cent.

After selling 172 in 2010, the number jumped to 224 for 2011.

“A huge number of dogs are not counted in our township, but we did manage to count 224 (through the sales),” said Mayor RayeAnne Briscoe council during Admaston-Bromley council’s meeting Feb. 16.

The numbers were higher several years ago, when township went door to door to sell the tags. But that practice died with the increased number of family members working away from home, says Mayor Briscoe.

Up until April 30, dog tags sell for $15, or $20 for dogs not neutered. For the remainder of the year, the tags are $20 for neutered and $25 for unneutered.

The dogs tags facilitate the return of dogs to owners by animal control officer Steve Fiegen.

“It’s a good program because owners want to be able to find their dogs when they lose them,” said Briscoe.

In both 2011 and 2010, five wandering dogs were picked up by the animal control officer. Of the 224 dog tags sold last year, the municipal office sold 57 per cent, or 126 of the 224 tags.

Gourley’s Variety sold 64 (or 28 per cent) and Douglas Grocery 34 (or 15 per cent).

Righting a wrong: 2010 zoning Submitted photo

Renfrew County paramedic Cassandra Lambert weighs in Greater Madawaska Mayor Peter Emon.

The final Renfrew weigh-in is Thursday, March 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s High School.

Horton has righted a wrong in the zoning of property belonging to Andrew St. Michael.

The property on Lot 15, Concession 1, located between Elliott Crescent and Highway 60, was improperly mapped and therefore wrongly zoned in 2010 from commercial to rural.

On the recommendation of Horton’s planning committee, that land was changed to commercial zoning at the Feb. 7 meeting of council.

Due to the mapping error made by Renfrew County and approved by Horton, council has waived the total application fee of $500. Horton also voted to ask county council to waive its portion of the fee for preparing the documents. St. Michael bought the approximately 1.5-acre of property in 2011.

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Royal Canadian Legion Renfrew Branch 148 Remember Contest poster and essay winners, in front from left are Garrett Eady and Benjamin Reid; and standing, Renfrew Legion vice-president Ron Kilby, Megan Hazen, Hilary Stafford and Renfrew Legion president Randy Dowell.

Legion salutes Remembrance poster and essay winners Four Renfrew students were honoured by the Royal Canadian Legion Renfrew Branch 148 for placing among the top-three finishes in District G in the Remembrance Contest poster and essay winners. They were presented with their certificates at the Legion’s February meeting last Wednesday.

Megan Hazen of Renfrew Collegiate Institute placed second for her senior colour poster.

Hilary Stafford of RCI was second in the senior essay category.

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frew and District Christian School for his junior essay.

Garrett Eady of Our Lady of Fatima School was third for his primary black and white poster.

“Our branch did very, very well this year, to have four people finish this high,” Legion youth director Ella Box said. “The district level is the best of the best.”

The Renfrew students won their sections at the branch and zone levels to qualify for the district competition, Box added.

Branch 148 president Randy Dowell and vice-president Ron Kilby presented the awards.

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The lost leisure society Thirty years ago The Renfrew Mercury ran a series titled Recreation – Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. It led up to an intense debate that led to construction of a new arena at Ma-Te-Way Park.

Those were bittersweet times. While there was joy in the opening of a brand new arena, there was also heartbreaking disappointment for citizens who envisioned a swimming pool as part of the multi-purpose facility.

Instead, the town got a new arena/community hall

complex and the wish for a swimming pool remains unfilled to this day.

The only certainty lies in history. Hindsight is 20/20 vision and prediction is myopic. The future always has a way of throwing curve balls.

But back in 1982, when the wheels were set in motion for major construction at Ma-Te-Way Park, recreation consultants identified four factors that would impact recreation in the future: an aging population, shorter

work week, unemployment and lack of revenue. They were pretty bang-on.

But they failed to see a worldwide economic disaster that would rip apart people’s retirement savings and force a major re-think for working-class families everywhere.

The consultants of the 1980s forecast a ‘leisure society’ on the horizon. It would be a world of retirees looking for recreation options to prolong their health.

In the workplace, a three or

four-day work week would be the norm.

With so many people with so much time to kill, recreation services would be vital to keeping the population active and healthy.

That point remains as valid today as it was 30 years ago. There is no denying that recreational opportunities create a healthier community.

In the June 9, 1982 edition of The Renfrew Mercury, the final installment of our series on recreation even noted how some futurists suggest there may one day be 50 per cent unemployment. It’s a

scary proposition.

So as Renfrew and area communities chart their course for the future, they would be wise to remember the importance of recreation.

As one document on the Great Depression observed: “The depression era forced so much leisure time on so many people that doing something to make it less demoralizing began to emerge as a political priority.”

And then there’s the question: what about help for the employed?

Rather than working less, many baby boomers are

working harder, and longer, than ever.

And now the federal government is even talking of changing pension eligibility beyond age 65.

And at the other end of the spectrum, young workers are fighting for their place in a highly-competitive job market, and some people are forced to hold down two jobs to make ends meet for their family.

The dream of a leisure society may be gone, but every level of government owes its citizens decisions that are community-supporting, not self-serving.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Keep pensions that are ours To the editor: I am writing this letter to get the Canadian people, the voters, the taxpayers, to sit up and take notice.

This is something that I feel is important to all Canadians regardless of age. It is about the raising of the age eligibility for the Old Age Security (OAS). It has the possibility of going from age 65 to 67.

The government has already made changes to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). If you apply for CPP before 65 the benefits have decreased way more starting in 2012.

If you continue to work after starting the CPP at age 60 (plus) you will also have to continue to contribute to your CPP until you reach 65.

Things are being changed and we find out later and it’s too late to stop them. We need to take a stand now before it’s too late.

Let the government make changes at their level. I say the pensions for the MPs should be changed.

They are asking us to wait until age 67 when an MP can collect a pension after working only six years. Possibly at age 55. A pension that we, as taxpayers, are paying for.

According to the news and websites, we give $23 for every $1 the MP gives. They say the OAS will not

be able to support itself in the years to come but I say, “We will not support the MPs’ pensions today.”

A senior at 65 gets an OAS for $6,328 (2011 figures) for the year. A senior could get approximately, with the Guaranteed Income Supplement, (CIS) $12,000. There are MPs right now who can collect, at age 55, pensions ranging from $26,000 to $53,540.

They say the number of Canadians age 65 will increase over the next 20 years, but so will the MPs collecting pensions at three to four times more than a senior at age 65.

If you agree, no matter what your age, please join us in this fight to keep what is ours. Join us on Facebook Fighting For Our Pensions group.

We have a link to a petition and many ideas on how to get the word out. Write or email your MPs, the Prime Minister, anyone and everyone. Don’t just talk, take action.

Federal government, Do not change the age requirement for the Old Age Security. Leave it at 65.

Changes can and should be made to the pensions for the MPs. Janet Salmon Lombardy, Ont.

The Renfrew Library an essential institution for the local community To the editor: I was listening to the Renfrew radio station on Wednesday, Feb. 15 when I heard someone announce that people only use our library for computers.

I absolutely disagree. There are still a lot of people borrowing actual books. And a lot of children use the downstairs children’s library.

Members of the staff at the library are knowledgeable, top-notch people.

There are also a lot of people who go just to sit quietly in the reading room to peruse the daily or weekly newspapers.

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I firmly believe that our library is an essential institution in our town and I hope it continues to be so for many years to come.

I wish more parents would encourage their children to discover the joy of books.

With the price of things being what they are today, it’s great to be able to go to the library and get all of the very latest books, and, of course, the older ones, too, absolutely free.

Magazines and periodicals are also available.

Thank you for your time.

S. O’Driscoll Renfrew

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Last Week’s poll summary

With the 2012 March Break just around the corner, how do you plan to spend the March 12 to 16 school break?

What’s your reaction to the latest census figures that indicate Arnprior is on the verge of surpassing Renfrew in population?

A) No change. It will be business as usual in my household.

A) Who cares? It doesn’t affect me at all.

B) I plan to leave Canada for a warm, tropical locale.

B) Bad news for Renfrew, as it’s in decline; good news for Arnprior, as it’s becoming the place to be.

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C) Bad news for Arnprior. It’s becoming another sprawling suburb, while Renfrew is retaining its rural charm.

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C) I plan to spend the week close to home with family and friends, enjoying all that a Canadian winter has to offer.

D) I will be working and sending the kids off to immediate family to care for them.

D) No big deal. Renfrew will grow just like Arnprior when the four lanes arrive.

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

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A normal Renfrew County winter scares Uncle Johnny and Aunt Vanetta It was unusual for Uncle Johnny to chance it out to Northcote from Ottawa before the last flake of snow was gone from the ground.

But that winter had been mild, and according to Old Herman, who predicted everything from the weather, the end of the world, and what farm would be turned over to the county for taxes owed, it was going to be an early spring.

Now, its doubtful Old Herman had any contact with Uncle Johnny in Ottawa. But when we saw him and Aunt Vanetta pull into the yard late in February, our long lane was no longer rutted with snow, and we could see the square of cement that held our old pump.

We didn’t need Old Herman to tell us spring was coming early, although Father insisted we would be in for a few last blasts of snow before we could say winter was over.

It was a Sunday. And when we got home from church, there was Uncle Johnny and Aunt Vanetta sitting in our kitchen like they owned the place. Of course, our doors were never locked back then.

Aunt Vanetta was a dainty and tiny woman, who passed on her flair for fashion to her daughter Aunt Lil, and had on a hat over her white hair that was not much more than a cluster of silk flowers and ribbons, but certainly was spring-like.

Uncle Johnny had put another log into the Findlay Oval, and was sitting at the end of the table with a cigar as long as a table knife hanging from his mouth.

Mother was thrilled to see them, and hugs were handed out freely.

Two inches of cigar ashes fell onto the floor when Uncle Johnny stood up, and since it was a warm day to begin with, the house was fair

MARY COOK MEMORIES jumping with the heat from the newly stoked kitchen stove, and he had peeled off his dress shirt, and his white long-sleeved undershirt made him look like he was ready for bed.

Everett was sent out to the henhouse so that Mother could add another chicken to the pot already simmering on the back of the stove, and the whole house took on an air of a party, which always happened when Uncle Johnny came from Ottawa.

He was a tall man, thin as a rail, with not a hair on the top of his head, but there was a pure white fringe around his ears that made him look like someone had lathered on a good helping of whipped cream to frame his face.

Mother always said Uncle Johnny’s language was “salty” whatever that meant, but more than once Aunt Vanetta would wag a finger at him and say, “Johnny, little ears!” and that would hush him up, but only until he caught his breath again.

Uncle Johnny worked for the City of Ottawa and drove an enormous steam roller which he parked in the side yard at 129 Lyon Street when not in use.

“Got the day off tomorrow, and Van and I thought we’d come out and head back in the morning...not much snow anywhere, so the roads are good,” he said.

He had the habit of slapping the table like he was killing a bug every time he made a comment, and I saw the salt and pepper shaker

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rise off the oilcloth when he brought down his hand, as big as a fry pan.

The afternoon passed quickly with card games, off-colour jokes, and we ended polishing off the big supper piled on the table as if we were feeding a thrashing gang.

Beds had to be shifted to make way for our overnight guests, and my sister Audrey and I ended up sleeping on the creton couch in the kitchen, foot to foot because it was too narrow to sleep side-by-side.

We never complained. Having Uncle Johnny and Aunt Vanetta there for a night was a rare treat. Before he climbed the stairs to go to bed, Uncle Johnny opened the kitchen door wide and took deep breaths and looked out into the star filled sky. “ Yup, Spring is here,” and he slammed the door shut, just about taking it off its hinges. Father could be heard muttering, “don’t count on it.”

Well, the next morning, when I got off the couch, I looked out the window and there was Uncle Johnny’s car, looking like a huge blob of whipped cream.

Through the night, we had the heaviest snow storm of the entire winter. In fact, Father had to use a shovel to get out the kitchen door to make a path to the cow byre.

Well, let me tell you! When Uncle Johnny saw the snow, and his car completely covered, the oaths could be heard in Admaston.

Aunt Vanetta tried to calm him down, but it was no use.

His bald head was crimson, and he lit one cigar while one was still smoking away in a saucer on the kitchen table. It was soon obvious they were going nowhere!

Father said he would try to break open the long lane, but since snow plows had yet to find

their way out to the Northcote Side Road, Uncle Johnny would just have to wait it out until enough sleighs had gone up and down the road to make it passable.

But it would take more than three or four feet of snow to keep us away from school.

We would leave earlier than usual, plow our way out the lane and down Plaunt’s Side Road, and come home at the end of the day as if it was an every day occurrence to wade through waist high snow banks.

When we got home, Uncle Johnny was still sitting at the kitchen table in his underwear shirt, but Aunt Vanetta looked like a china doll, dressed and ready to head for home.

All Uncle Johnny cold talk about was the two dollars he was out by missing a day’s work.

And then the weather turned mild, a soft rain came down and by the next day, the snow was all but gone.

Father had swept off Uncle Johnny’s car, shoveled a path to the gate, and after running the horses and sleighs up and down the lane several times, he said there should be no trouble reaching the Northcote Side Road.

Our visitors were ready to take off before we left for school the next morning.

As usual Mother had packed a couple boxes with vegetables from the cellar, jars of pickles and preserves, and two freshly killed and plucked chickens.

Aunt Vanetta was grateful, but Uncle Johnny climbed into his car, muttering how anyone could live in such a godforsaken part of the world was more than he could imagine.

“Just a normal Renfrew County winter,” Father said...and then he added, “and that’s why the old Model “T” is still up on blocks in the drive shed.”

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Stone Fence Theatre holds auditions for Schoolhouse Ish Theilheimer Producer

Stone Fence Theatre is holding auditions for its upcoming production this summer and fall of Schoolhouse, by Leanna Brodie under the direction of Chantal Elie. The production is a departure for the company, entering its 10th season, as it is not a musical, although there is music in it, and it is not written by a company member.

The setting and theme of the play – the old one-room schoolhouses and the dedicated teachers who worked in them – however, will be very familiar to local audiences.

Auditions for eight female actors and 11 males opened Feb. 27 and will be held again Monday, March 19 at the Eagle’s Nest at the Eganville Community Centre.

The company plans to perform the show four times on weeknights in summer and on four weekend nights in fall.

Performers will be paid honoraria to help cover travel expenses for rehearsals and shows.

Directing the play is Chantal Elie of Barry’s Bay. Last year, Chantal, a Ryerson University theatre arts graduate, directed the innovative Street Lights Theatre production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream in Pembroke. She also appeared, for the first time, with Stone Fence Theatre in

The Opeongo Opera.

“Schoolhouse is a great play to celebrate education and as much as the topic of a one-room school house will ring home to many people in the community,” says Elie.

“This play is more intimately about being an outsider.”

“Being an outsider is something we can all relate to when starting a new job, joining a new community or even moving into a new house.”

“But, like the main character Ewart, being an outsider is very difficult when you are young.

“The trials and tribulations of trying to fit in or being rebellious, being cool or being a nerd, being bullied or being a bully, being a tattletale or being shy are all things that young people can relate to even today and I hope this will attract high school students in the Stone Fence audience,” she says.

“In the auditions, I will be looking for strong character-building actors who will be able to bring us back into the past of 1930,” said Eli. “You have to put yourself as an actor in the mindframe of a student at that time period, with no movies, internet, ipads, or TV. “All they imagined came from stories they read in books.

“Schoolhouse is a great play to celebrate education and as much as the topic of a one-room school house will

ring home to many people in the community.

“In my opinion, this play is more intimately about being an ‘outsider.’”

“We’re delighted to have Chantal taking this on,” says Stone Fence Theatre’s producer Ish Theilheimer. “She brings great energy, passion, and theatre smarts to our stage.”

Schoolhouse is set in 1938 in a oneroom schoolhouse in a small town in rural Ontario, a town not unlike, say, Augsburg, outside Eganville.

We meet Miss Linton, an 18-year-old teacher fresh out of Normal School, as she finds herself facing her first class of students, and a big heap of challenges.

“The play is hilarious and heartwarming and a delight for all ages, but especially for those who remember the old schoolhouses, first-hand,” says Theilheimer.

The school’s delightful but unmanageable group of children finally meets its match in her. But Miss Linton soon faces an even bigger challenge, in the form of Ewart, a menacing and mysterious juvenile delinquent sent to straighten out on a farm after doing time in Battenville Training School.

The resulting events are gripping, dramatic, and, ultimately, inspiring.

Full details and a list of characters are on the company’s website: www.stonefence.ca. Info: (613) 757-2004.

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Jewel of support The staff of Star-Set Jewellers (formerly Renfrew Jewellers) thanks all their customers who helped Star-Set’s Giftwrap For Hospice fundraiser in December. On Feb. 24, Hospice Renfrew was the recipient of a cheque for $2,850 thanks to the generosity of the customers. Hospice Renfrew fundraising chair Jo-Anne Dowdall-Brown accepts the cheque from SetStar Jewellers manager Jen Farrow.

Federal government helping young girls explore careers in science The federal government has announced an investment of up to $23,820 for the Canadian Association for Girls in Science (CAGIS). CAGIS will use the funding to open three new chapters in southern Ontario and better support

existing chapters in London, Kitchener-Waterloo-Guelph, Hamilton, Oakville, Toronto, and Ottawa. CAGIS also aims to attract more participants to its biannual open house, and improve its website.

“Our government recog-

nizes that to drive future innovation in southern Ontario, we need to expose students to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) fields at a young age,” said Minister of State for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) Gary Goodyear.

“This investment will help encourage girls in southern Ontario to become tomorrow’s innovators and scientists and help build a stronger and more productive Canada,”

he said.

The investment is being made through FedDev Ontario’s Youth STEM Initiative, aimed at encouraging students in kindergarten through Grade 12 to pursue an education or career in STEM fields.

A 2010 report from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council noted women made up 37 per cent of Canada’s undergraduate students in science and engineering in 2008-09.

A report from Statistics Canada that same year found

women made up 22.3 per cent of the workforce in the fields of natural sciences, engineering and mathematics in 2009.

Through its work, CAGIS is aiming to close this gap.

“This investment will allow us to bring the message that science is fun to a wider audience of girls in southern Ontario, and help us encourage them to pursue education and careers in the STEM fields,” said Vingilis-Jaremko, president of CAGIS, who, at the age of nine, founded the organization in 1992 as a way

to help bring young girls together to learn about STEM and the career opportunities available in those fields.

For more information on the Canadian Association for Girls in Science, please visit www.cagis.ca.

Created in 2009, FedDev Ontario supports the southern Ontario economy by building on the region’s strengths and creating opportunities for jobs and economic growth.

To learn more about girls and science, visit www.feddevontario.gc.ca or call 1-866R0081236858

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1937: Post office getting bigger, and St. Joseph’s Academy fire MARCH 1912

RAY M. POUNDER: Another “old boy” of Renfrew Collegiate Institute has achieved creditable distinction. Mr. Roy M. Pounder, brother of Mrs. William Stewart of town, has been a student at McGill University for the past year; and now the pleasant word comes that he has won a $250 scholarship which will permit him to pursue his studies at Harvard University, and which will further fit him for his chosen pursuit — a professorship in theology.

ELECTRICITY IN THE BARBER SHOP: Each week that goes by some new application of electricity to the uses of mankind. C.J. Murphy has one of the latest ideas in his barber shop. It is what is called a “Bee” vibrator. It does

OLGA LEWIS FROM THE OLD FILES away with the compressed air machine with which the shampooed head or the new shaved face was fanned. An now you get the hair drying done with hot or cold air as you prefer; for inside the vibrator is a motor that heats up the atmosphere in a trice. It is wonderfully soothing on either head or face.

MARCH 4, 1937

RENFREW POST OFFICE TO BE ENLARGED: Special supplementary estimates brought down in the House of Commons yesterday evening sets aside and appropriates the sum of $22,000 for Renfrew

Post Office building and alterations. This provides for an addition to be built at the rear of the present building which will accommodate rural mail carriers and customs offices.

The lower floor will then have more room for the post office business proper. The present building was erected in 1908 and there have been demands for more accommodation caused by the increase in general business, which makes it necessary to have an enlargement of the present building.

Plenty of land was purchased here for the postal service 29 years ago when making ready for construction so that no need now exists for more ground.

AN ACADEMY FIRE IN EARLY MORNING: At 6:45 o’clock on Tuesday morning Renfrew fire brigade received

a call to St Joseph’s academy at the foot of Raglan street where the northern building, the former Stewart home, had a fire in the basement from which smoke was issuing in clouds. Two lines of hose were laid and there was an abundance of water, but the fire was a hard one to fight, having got between the walls.

They were there for a couple of hours. The janitor left the building at 6 o’clock about an hour before the trouble started and it is presumed that in some way the furnace fire attacked the building. The building being one of classrooms, nobody was obligated to make a hurried exit, but there was involved a temporary disorganization of classes. Insurance was carried with damage to the building amounting to some few hundred dollars.

MARCH 2, 1977

WINTER TEXANS: Ethel Sullivan informs us that thousands of northern States people and Canadians are dubbed Winter Texans. She has been in Harlingen since November and highly recommends this for a winter in the south. She has had the honor of singing with the Harlingen Tourist Club Choir of the Good Samaritan Centre and before an Art Group at City Hall. There is something for everyone including, shuffleboard, lawn bowling, dancing, hobbies or tours. Being so close to the Mexican border draw quite a few visitors.

For help with research, contact Olga Lewis at olewis@sympatico.ca.

OLF card party results Results of the Feb. 26 card party at Our Lady of Fatima parish hall are as follows: Ladies 500, first Mel Kluke, second Barb Irving; Men’s 500, first Jim Hass, second Harvey McLaughlin; Ladies euchre, first Rita Coulas, second Winnie Stewart; Men’s euchre, first Arnold Pastway, second Des McIntyre; Door prizes, Bob Buzzell, Arnold Wren; 50/50, Helenn Visinski; and Mouse, Lucy Buzzell.

The next card party will be Sunday, March 11 at OLF parish hall.

TOWN OF RENFREW NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PUBLIC MEETING

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:

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 46-2010, ZBA1/12.

A public meeting regarding an application to amend the Town of Renfrew Zoning By-law 46-2011, ZBA2/12

Subject Lands

Plan 38, Lot 212, known municipally as 79 & 89 Queen Street North, as shown on the attached Key Map.

Subject Lands

Public Meeting

A public meeting to inform the public of the proposed zoning amendment will be held on Monday, March 26th, 2012, at 7 p.m. in the Town of Renfrew Council Chambers, 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew.

Public Meeting A public meeting to inform the public of the proposed zoning

Plan 4, Block C, Part Lot 5, known municipally as 292 Argyle Street South, as shown on the attached Key Map.

amendment will be held on Monday, March 26th, 2012, at 7 p.m. in the Town of Renfrew Council Chambers, 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew.

Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment

Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment

The purpose of the proposed zoning by-law amendment is to rezone the subject lands to permit the existing residential uses on undersized lots with reduced lot frontages as well as a reduction in zone provisions. The effect of the proposed zoning by-law amendment is:

The purpose of the proposed zoning by-law amendment is to rezone the subject lands to permit the existing building to be used solely for residential uses. The effect of the proposed zoning by-law amendment is:

i)

i) To rezone the subject property from Downtown Commercial (C1) to Residential Two (R2).

To rezone the subject property from Residential One (R1) to Residential OneException Twenty-Four (R1-E25) Zone.

The above noted lands are subject to Consent Application B01/12.

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.

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 Town of Renfrew to such persons as the Town of Renfrew 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.

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 Town of Renfrew to such persons as the Town of Renfrew 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 27th day of February, 2012. ______________________ Julie Stewart, MCIP, RPP Town Planner

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.

Dated at the Town of Renfrew this 27th day of February, 2012.

______________________ Julie Stewart, MCIP, RPP Town Planner

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14,000 to be connected to Eastern Ontario Broadband the EOWC to manage all contracts awarded as part of the project.

Once up and running in early 2013, a variety of service packages will be offered, ranging from 1.5 Mbps to up

to 16 Mbps.

These speeds will enable users to stream video and other innovative applications that will support various sectors, including business, health and education.

TOWNSHIP OF ADMASTON/BROMLEY

NOTICE REDUCED LOAD LIMITS Pursuant to By-Law 2005-10, reduced load limits will be strictly enforced on all township roads from February 1st to May 31st inclusive, or later if conditions warrant.

MOVIE NIGHT IN GRIFFITH all welcome Featuring the film:

Vehicle loads will be restricted to 5 tonnes per axle on all township roads where appropriate signs have been erected.

Signs may be erected anytime after February 1st, 2012, depending on weather conditions.

COURAGEOUS (www.courageouscanada.ca)

Admission: Location: Date: Time:

Free Griffith Lions’ Hall (25991 Hwy 41 - Griffith, ON) Sunday, March 4th 6:30 p.m.

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Courageous is an action-packed movie with a story to tell.

This film is suitable for ages 10 and up.

Township of Whitewater Region

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Brief overview: follow the lives of 4 police officers as they face PEMBROKE many struggles both on and off the job. While they give their very best to serve and protectSpring the public, they soon realize that they fall - 2006 short in their role as fathers. Each one faces a personal struggle and how they resolve it provides much food for thought.

MARCH COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE MARCH 7, 2012 RESCHEDULED FROM 1PM TO 7PM MARCH 21, 2012 RESCHEDULED FROM 7 PM TO 1 PM

Our Monuments for Spring Cost Less Now!

NOTICE The Township of Whitewater Region is seeking an individual for the position of Livestock Valuator.

If the monument you want is ordered now, two good things will happen: You'll take advantage of the winter discount, and the monument you want will be ready for spring.

Under the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program, the Livestock Valuator is appointed for the purpose of determining whether livestock and poultry have been injured/ killed by wildlife and the amount of compensation that should be paid under the Program.

Please submit a letter of interest with qualifications and experience by April 2, 2012 to:

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MAIL Dean Sauriol CAO/Clerk Township of Whitewater Region P.O. Box 40 Cobden, ON K0J 1K0 FAX (613) 646-2283 EMAIL info@whitewaterregion.ca Adjust this area as suits to fit riders

Monument Quality Craftsmanship since 1909 Home Appointments available Day or Evening

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Many evening classes and daytime workshops are still available this winter!

Computer Workshops Health Sciences (including mental health) Leadership Development Skills/Certification such as Air Brake Endorsement Training “Soft Skills” workshops

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WATCH FOR OUR NEW SPRING LINE-UP ONLINE ON MARCH 13

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Bromley Farm Supply Barr’s Sand & Gravel Bluewave Energy John A. Burnett Ltd. Clemmerdale Acres Grant Crozier Excavating Dawson Crozier Logging Barclay Dick & Son Lochiel Street B&B McPhail & Perkins Furniture Foy’s Marine G & S Farm Equipment Gourley’s Variety & Gas B.H. Helferty Insurance IPEX - Perry Crozier Logos Land Resort M&R Feeds & Farm Supply Alice Smaglinski - Pampered Chef Karl Murphy-Independent Planning Northcote Artisante Club

Overwintering insects, FrOgs, Other AnimAls Sheltered by our warm parkas and warm houses, humans are little more than inconvenienced when the mercury drops below 0°C but for cold-blooded animals winter presents severe challenges. Dr. Ken Storey will present a chilling tale on the lives of these animals and how they survive the cold. Dr. Storey is a Professor of Biochemistry and holds the Canada Research Chair in Molecular Physiology at Carleton University in Ottawa.

Northcote Fun Day Committee would like to thank the following sponsors and all those who helped to make our Fun Day a success.

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vide the balance of highspeed coverage in the area.

Satellite access remains the best fit technology for very sparsely populated areas or regions with difficult terrain.

Contracts have already been signed to deliver high-speed via satellite at improved pricing across Eastern Ontario.

This is the fifth of several contracts that will be awarded to deliver high-speed Internet through wired and fixed wireless services as part of the Eastern Ontario regional broadband project.

The $170 million project is funded by federal, provincial and municipal governments and private sector investment.

Work to build a massive, 5,500-km fibre optic network is already underway.

“We are making excellent progress in building a new regional network that will allow our residents and businesses to prosper,” added Dave Burton, chair of Eastern Ontario Regional Network Inc., (EORN).

“Connecting to the Internet with higher speeds will open new doors for our communities in terms of quality of life and economic growth.”

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The Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus has awarded a Local Access Contract that will provide nearly 14,000 homes and businesses access to high-speed Internet across a region that includes southwestern portions of Renfrew County, northwestern parts of Frontenac County and a small portion of Lennox & Addington County.

The service will be available in early 2013.

As part of the contract, Bell Aliant will provide a wired (DSL) solution that will expand broadband access in this large region spanning some 3,800 square kilometres.

Bell Aliant’s network will rely on nine of the new Points of Presence (PoPs) within the zone. It will provide services ranging from 1.5 Mbps to up to 16 Mbps, depending on the customer location.

“We are extremely pleased to announce this contract,” said Mel Campbell, chair of the EOWC. “This contract will improve access to wired high-speed Internet to communities across three counties, including residents of the First Nations community of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan.”

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Local MP Gallant tables petition to sell off CBC Derek Dunn

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On the same night CBC aired the mini-movie John A.: Birth of a County, Feb. 26, another station was broadcasting the Oscars.

Few would argue which garnered more viewers in Canada. Some would say taxpayers contribute to CBC to share Canadian stories in spite of marketplace demands. Others would say CBC should be sold and made to compete in the private sector.

Cheryl Gallant, RenfrewNippissing-Pembroke MP, would side with the latter. On Jan. 30 she presented a petition in the House of Commons calling for an end to the $1.1

billion taxpayers contribute to the CBC every year.

None of the three Conservative MPs who presented petition stated how many people signed on, and the issue doesn’t appear anywhere on Gallant’s website, but that doesn’t stop CBC supporters from speaking against her position.

“I’m a staunch supporter of the CBC,” said Christine Tabbert, the Liberal candidate who lost to Gallant in the May 2 election. “It binds us as a nation and helps us understand one another.”

Tabbart refers to the CBC as a ‘public broadcaster’ similar to what many advanced western nations have. Opponents

call it a ‘state run’ broadcaster like in China.

“The government doesn’t control CBC, it’s an arm’s length body,” Tabbert said.

“If (the Conservative government) did, it would be a lot less unhappy with the coverage it gets.”

She adds that CBC Television brings in advertising revenue to offset costs. Still, her main point is that when she was growing up in the Pembroke area, CBC was often

the only television and radio available in her house. Others in remote areas of Canada would say the same to this day.

More importantly, though, its mandate is to have Canadians telling Canadian stories to Canadians.

“If it were sold off, they would be a for profit organization without that mandate,” Tabbert said.

Local NDP stalwart Sue McSheffrey hasn’t seen Gal-

lant’s petition, but said selling off the CBC would “awful.”

“We are already saturated in American culture,” McSheffrey said. “CBC doesn’t do that. It is an independent voice which in many ways is the Canadian voice.”

Opponents say the news portion of CBC, both television and radio, operates under a leftwing bias. McSheffrey insists that CBC isn’t far enough to the left for extreme leftists and not far enough to

the right for extreme right wingers.

She said the Conservatives are getting donations from private broadcasters that would like to elbow one of the few competitors left in Canada from the media industry.

“I believe this is the philosophy the Conservatives have been serving for a long time,” she said.

Gallant did not return repeated phone calls asking for an interview on the petition.

‘Unsustainable’ OAS system not true, says MP’s opponents Derek Dunn

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Despite a report tabled in the House of Commons showing the Conservative government overestimated by millions of dollars the amount it will pay out in Old Age Security (OAS) this year, MP Cheryl Gallant’s website on Feb. 28 still says it “will become unsustainable in the long-run.”

Most Canadians were surprised when the government floated the idea of upping the eligibility age from 65 to 67 in order to help offset costs of the system. Gallant didn’t return repeated calls asking for an interview on the issue. But Christine Tabbert, who lost as a Liberal to Gallant in the May 2 election, said it is unfair to change the eligibility rules on people who counted on retiring at 65.

“It’s an appalling breach of trust to all of a sudden change the rules,” Tabbert said. “It doesn’t need to be changed. I don’t know why someone whose riding is filled with seniors would support an idea like that. There is no financial impetrative to it.”

Liberal finance critic Scott Brison cited experts from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, leading universities, and the federal government who said the OAS program does not face major challenges.

Canada’s parliamentary budget officer determined OAS is sustainable beyond 2082, and that payment costs today are 2.4 per cent of national GDP. “Conservatives like Cheryl Gallant are really trying to raid your retirement savings to pay for their extreme ideological agenda,” Brison wrote in an email. “They say current seniors won’t see their benefits cut, but they aren’t saying anything about tomorrow’s seniors – hard-working Canadians who have based their retirement plans around having old age pensions available to them.”

Sue McSheffrey, a member of the local NDP, said OAS goes primarily to seniors earning less than $25,000 a year. She is concerned that having a 65-year-old person in a physically demanding job like construction or waitressing will be to much for them if they must work to 67.

“We have one of the best pension plans in the world,” McSheffrey said. “It’s fine for some. But a construction worker, at 67, their body’s given out by then.”

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St. Gabriels’ restoration project underway Skippy Hale

The St. Gabriel’s Historical Preservation Committee has made wonderful progress in the past few months on the beautiful pioneer Catholic Church in Springtown.

The work progresses somewhat like the inch worm, a little at a time. There was a real problem with winged fauna entering through the bell-rope aperture, broken windows and other places where there were openings.

In the summer and fall, the metal roof was repaired. A non-functioning brick chimney was removed. Broken windows were replaced temporarily with plywood.

It was imperative to stop further water damage from the elements. The substructure has also suffered from the erosion

of the soil around the building. With the spring run-off and the water flowing off of the roof, the basement has become full of earth washing toward rather than away from the building. The constant moisture has caused damage to the large oldgrowth timbers.

The one remaining statue left in the church had been smashed. We first thought that only the heads and shoulders of St. Joseph and the Christ child were all that remained.

Later, we discovered a box of shards in the sacristy. A young volunteer, Liz Chapman, must be a whiz at jigsaw puzzles, because she walked around the table looking at shapes and matched most of the statue. She numbered and mapped the large pieces. We have yet to number,

sketch and photograph each shard. Then the large job of affixing all parts together will begin.

We would like willing volunteers to help with this project, not only putting St. Joseph and Baby Jesus back together, but many other tasks in and about the building. There are pieces of gravestones in the water beneath the Springtown Bridge. These need to be brought to the surface, but before that, they must be photographed in situ. We need to think of fundraising.

Carol McCuaig, a local historian, would like to receive stories from anyone with memories of the area especially with family members buried in the St. Gabriel’s Cemetery.

Information sought on St. Gabriel’s church Carol McCuaig

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Work is well advanced on a history of St Gabriel’s church and graveyard at Springtown, the purpose being to create a record to accompany the church restoration project. Now author Carol McCuaig is appealing for input from people with connections to the mission. During the month of March she hopes to hear from anyone who would like to contribute material to this work.

It is meant to honour the faithful parishioners who attended there over the years, as well as those whose last resting place is in the surrounding graveyard.

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should not be forgotten.

Do you have memories of attending Mass or parish events at St. Gabriel’s?

Were you, or other family members, baptized, confirmed or married there? Who were the priests who served there? Were you an altar server, or choir member?

You are asked to submit biographical details of any of your loved ones who are buried in the graveyard. Suggestions: place of origin; names of parents; where they lived; occupation; relationship to others in this cemetery; military service; community or municipal service; anything else for which you would like them to be remembered. Similar details are also requested for any living people who will be buried here in due course.

Information is also requested concerning persons buried in St Gabriel’s graveyard for whom there is no tombstone.

Perhaps you have ancestors who are known to be there, whose grave markers have not survived?

Information can be sent to Carol McCuaig via e-mail to juniper2@nrtco.net, or by post to 127 McCuaig Road, RR 2, Renfrew, ON, K7V 3Z5. To check the author’s credentials before responding, visit http://carolmccuaig.ca.

Be sure to include your contact details so that your work can be acknowledged.

We are not looking for photographs at this time, but please feel free to mention any that you may have, in case this changes in the future.

What does St Gabriel’s church mean to you? This is your chance to tell the world. All information will be gratefully received, and the author looks forward to reading everything you have to share.

Why wait for spring? Do it now!

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Griffith & Matawatchan derby Saturday The Griffith and Matawatchan Fish and Game Club hosts its annual ice fishing derby this Saturday, March 3.

The derby runs from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on a designated area of Centennial Lake.

Tickets are $5 and participants can enter at Matawanooka.

The derby is live-release only and holes are drilled for free.

The prizes are $250 for largest fish, $150 for second largest fish, $100 for third largest fish, $50 for a mystery weight and $50 for largest junior fish (12 and under).

Closing in on 50 Brenda Parkes of Griffith made a trip into Renfrew Feb. 16 more than worthwhile by giving the gift of life for a 46th time. The blood donor clinic held in the Royal Canadian Legion Renfrew Branch 148 hall was sponsored by Mackay Manor. The next local blood donor clinic is slated for the St. Joseph’s High School auditorium in April.

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Thomas Low Generating Station Waterpower Project, Bonnechere River Renfrew Power Generation Inc. Redevelopment of the Existing Hydroelectric Generating Facilities in Renfrew Ontario Renfrew Power Generation Inc. (RPG) is proposing to construct a hydroelectric generating station adjacent to its existing Lower Plant, located on the Bonnechere River in the Town of Renfrew. The proposed generating station will have an installed capacity of approximately 4 MW with an annual average energy generation of 16.6 GWh. RPG has tentatively named the development the “Thomas Low Generating Station” (GS) for the original builder of the Lower Plant.

The project is subject to the Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) for Waterpower Projects and is categorized as a project associated with existing infrastructure. The project is also subject to a federal screening under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act. The proposed project has been reviewed in a process consistent with the Class EA. The results of this review are described in the Thomas Low GS Environmental Report (ER) which has been prepared to meet the environmental screening process requirements prescribed under O. Reg. 116/01 - Electricity Projects under the Environmental Assessment Act. The ER assesses the potential effects of the development on the environment during its construction, operation and maintenance and decommissioning. Mitigation measures are provided to avoid or minimize adverse environmental effects of the project. The measures identified were prepared from standards, guidelines, best practices, and from agency consultation. It is the conclusion of the environmental assessment that the planned undertaking will result in no significant adverse effects to the environment.

The ER is available for a 30-calendar day review period between March 1 and March 30. Hard copies of the document are available for review during this period in the Town of Renfrew at the following locations: • Renfrew Public Library

• RPG Office

The ER may also be viewed electronically at www.wesa.ca. RPG must receive all comments in writing regarding the Project and/or the ER no later than March 30, 2012.

All comments and correspondences should be sent to: Mr. Peter Boldt Renfrew Power Generation 32 Bridge Avenue West Renfrew, ON, K7V 3R2 T: (613) 433-37151 pkboldt@renfrewpg.ca

Ms. Tami Sugarman OEL-HydroSys Inc. (WESA) 3108 Carp Road, P.O. Box 430 Carp, ON, K0A 1L0 T: (613) 839-1453, ext. 229 tsugarman@oel-hydrosys.ca

As per the Class Environmental Assessment for Waterpower Projects, interested parties must first attempt to resolve any outstanding issues with RPG during the 30-calendar review period. In the event that issues cannot be resolved during the review period the concerned party may make a written request, to the Minister of the Environment at the address noted below for a Part II Order under the Environmental Assessment Act (Individual Environmental Assessment). A copy of the Part II Order request must also be sent to RPG at the above noted address.

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Environmental with Assessment andprovisions must be receivedset by the Minister of the Class Environment and RPG no Requests for Part II Orders must be made in accordance the out in the later than March 30, 2012. A copy of the Class EA for Waterpower Projects is posted on the Ontario Associationof website www.owa.ca.

Environmental Assessment and must be received byWaterpower the Minister theat Environment and RPG no later Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Environmental Assessment Act, unless otherwise than March 30, 2012. A copy of the Class EA for Waterpower Projects is posted onaddress, thetelephone Ontario stated in the submission, any personal information such as name, number and property location included in a submission will become part of the public record files for this matter and will be released, if requested, to any Waterpower Association website at www.owa.ca. person.

Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Environmental Assessment Act, unless otherwise stated in the submission, any personal information such as name, address, telephone number and property location included in a submission will become part of the public record files for this matter and will be released, if requested, to any person.

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So I was giving some thought to why it is that some people come to live with us at Island View. I hadn’t really given it much thought until I was asked to speak to an enthusiastic group of great people about the subject a few weeks ago.

From my experience there are four main reasons people choose retirement living.

They want to be closer to their families. Perhaps their life has taken them far away from the people they love most. They decide they want to see their grandchildren grow up and they want to be a significant part of their lives as well as have the opportunity to assist their own children along the way. Some other folks come for the completely opposite reason. They don’t want to be a burden on their families.

They watch silently as their own children struggle to raise their family. They see their own health declining and decide that it’s in their best interest to live in a community where they can maintain their independence and still have access to certain types of care that can help them do this. They don’t want to rely on their own children when they know they are so busy with their own lives. Others choose to come because they simply want some peace of mind about their health and well being. They want to be assured that if a health crisis was to arise, there would be someone available any time of the day to come to their

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rescue.

In this location, there are so many people living alone in remote areas and they no longer feel as safe as they used to in their own homes. I think the most important reason why people come to the decision to move is because something has happened. They have fallen or had a scare that leads them to feel less secure.

Who are some of these people at Island View and what are their stories? We have a beautiful couple that has come for one simple reason; they want their last years together to be filled with fun and joy. They don’t want to worry about chores and maintaining a home.

Another couple has come because one of them is in failing health and the other wants the security of knowing someone will always be available in the event of an emergency. One lovely woman wants to fiercely maintain her independence.

For her, that means being able to make the decision to move into a retirement community on her own. She wouldn’t hear of her family making that decision for her.

Another gentleman knows that one more winter alone in his big home in the country would cause his loneliness to be unbearable.

How do people know when the time is right to make this decision? Some have shared with me that they crave the social interaction with others that is desperately missing in their lives. Others have said the chores of day to day living have just become too much and now they just want to rest and enjoy the later years of their lives. Some are lonely and others just know their quality of life will be so much better in a community with other folks rather than on their own.

If you are considering retirement living, try not to leave the decision until a crisis happens. I recommend getting out there and having a look. The personality of each community differs from home to home. Not every retirement home will be a fit for you. I believe it’s a feeling that you will have in your gut that will tell you when you have made the right choice.

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There will also be numerous draw prizes, with an ice auger to be drawn first.

Hot dogs and sausages will be served on the ice, with chili and buns at the Matawatchan Hall after 6 p.m.

The Griffith and Matawatchan Fish and Game Club notes that all participants fish at their own risk and theh game club will not be held responsible for loss, damage and/or injury.

For more information, call Brian Sutcliffe at 613-333-9564 or Dave Vanlderstine at 613333-1136.

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By JEFF MAGUIRE

Coyotes and wolves in eastern Ontario: friend or foe?

On Saturday, March 10, biologist Brent Patterson will be the guest speaker at the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust Conservancy (MMLTC) annual general meeting of members at St. Andrews United Church in Lanark.

Brent Patterson is Field Research Scientist with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources in Peterborough, and an adjunct professor at Trent University, since 2001.

Patterson’s present research deals primarily with understanding the population dynamics of coyote, wolf, moose and deer.

He cut his teeth as a wildlife biologist studying coyote life-history and leading an assessment of the effects of logging and coyote predation on deer populations in Nova Scotia from 1992-97. He holds a Master’s degree in Wildlife and Conservation Biology from Acadia University, and a Ph.D. in biology from the University of Saskatchewan, but much of his learning has been done out in the forest, in the animals’ habitat.

His current research interests involve determining the proximate and ultimate factors that cause changes in the distribution and abundance of wildlife populations, and more specifically in un-

This coyote was photographed in West Carleton. derstanding the dynamics of vertebrate predator-prey systems.

The public will l have an opportunity to learn the difference between wolves and coyotes and to get more clarity about the perceived increase of these species in this area. Have you wondered whether there a distinction between wolves and coyotes that are forest dwellers versus those that are urban fringe dwellers? Are our fears and irritation about these animals justified? Can our relations with them be better managed, using better strategies and techniques? Is there a balance of nature and do wolves and coyotes have a beneficial role in it?

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Dr. Patterson will attempt to answer all these questions and more and will bring his scientific perspective to the current issues. MMLTC is delighted that Dr. Patterson will share his findings on this highly interesting subject.

The meeting will take place 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at St. Andrews Church at 115 Clarence St. (turn west at the Lanark Highlands municipal offices on Highway 511). In addition to sponsoring this presentation, MMLTC looks forward to sharing the exciting events of its past year. Light refreshments will be served.

For more information, visit www. mmltc.ca or call (613) 278-2939.

When events involving outdoor pursuits appear on the calendar, then surely spring can’t be far behind?

Valley Outdoors Promotions, which operates several trade shows in Eastern Ontario annually, has announced a recent addition to its event’s list is coming right up. The second annual ‘Renfrew Gun and Hunting Show’ will be staged at the Renfrew Armouries on Saturday, March 10 and Sunday, March 11.

Dave Arbour, chief organizer of the venture, says the two-day activity offers something for every individual who enjoys hunting or is interested in the sport of shooting. Arbour also operates the Brockville Gun Show (May 12), the Valley Gun and Hunting Show in Carp (Sept. 1 and 2) and the Havelock Gun and Hunting Show (Sept. 15).

“We have over 120 tables booked in Renfrew which is up from last year. With so many vendors this time there will be a good variety available for hunters and gun enthusiasts.

“There will be lots of everything related to the sport,” he notes, adding that guns and

hunting-related products will make up the bulk of the displays.

Arbour is hopeful good attendance will help make the second year show a fixture on Valley Outdoors Promotions’ schedule. “Obviously we are looking for a big turnout. We think this is definitely the right location,” he states. “The more people the better!”

The armouries are located on the Renfrew Fairgrounds which is one of the most familiar locations in the Upper Ottawa Valley town. It is situated at 115 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, near the main intersection of Raglan Street and Hall Avenue.

Admission to the show is $7 with children under 12 years of age admitted free, if accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, March 10 the show hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, March 11 it will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is plenty of parking available.

For information on the Renfrew gun and hunting event and all of the upcoming trade shows managed by Dave Arbour and Valley Outdoors Promotions visit the website: www.valleysportsmanshow. com.

The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) took place last weekend (Feb. 17 to 20).

Participants submitted close to 92,000 bird checklists, 24 species were seen in this area.

If you participated in the 2012 count, don’t forget to send in your checklists before the March 3, deadline.

So far, black-capped chickadees are being reported as the most abundant bird in this year’s count in seven of Canada’s 13 territories and provinces.

You can visit the website at www. gbbc.birdsource.org to see your provincial tally and top ten lists, view species maps and the photo gallery, and upload your photos from the GBBC weekend.

The Great Backyard Bird Count is the same as the Christmas Bird Count but it takes place in February and lasts for four days.

Unfortunately your results must be forwarded by email but fortunately the results are posted on the site almost immediately.

Request for bird house plans

We read in your article about bird house plans. We would love if you would send them to us via email. We moved here from Southern Ontario a couple of years ago and have noticed different birds in this area. Looking forward to the building plans and any information you can provide. Have a great day.

Judy & Murray Hunter Judy and Murray: We will send you the plans originally designed for bluebirds but other species namely: chickadees, tree swallows, nuthatches, great-crested flycatchers and downy woodpeckers will use the houses.

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JIM FERGUSON SCENE FROM THE HAWK’S EYE bird count last weekend and our Carolina wren (the smallest) appeared last Friday so we could include it. Of course the bird count organizers had to email and confirm it and luckily I had the pictures to send. Also last Friday for the very first time (that we have seen), 2 bald eagles (the biggest) landed on Jeffery Lake It was an amazing sight, they are so majestic and their wings look like a great cape. My husband Rick and I would like to have some of your bird house plans for nuthatches, purple martins, robins and kestrels.

Sincerely, Mary Moss.

The plans are on their way.

Evening grosbeaks

David Brown informs us that two evening grosbeaks have finally arrived at their feeders. He says they have been waiting for almost a year for them to appear, obviously a favourite species for Anne and David.

The Browns also have an adult pair and two young pileated woodpeckers at their suet feeders.

But, the adults will soon be encouraging, rather forcefully, the young to leave and find their own territory where they can nest and feed.

Change of attitude

Mary Turcotte watched three crows who had become involved in a change of behaviour. Two weeks ago they would have been able to get along together but spring is on its way and things have changed.

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tree in the Turcotte’s back yard, when the males, became involved in a serious struggle for survival. The third bird, the female, just watched. Mary said the two males continued the struggle for some time and when they finally stopped fighting and flew away she went to the arena and found blood on the snow.

We will see such battles take place until after mated pairs have been established and nesting begins.

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Such a large flock of robins at any time of the year is uncommon but in winter it is very rare.

The first signs

There are some new sights and sounds at our feeders. Joyce Calverley noticed that the juncos at her feeder were clearing the snow away from the seed using both feet at the same time. Most birds scratch with one foot and then the other to clear away the snow or soil to expose the seed.

The chickadees are giving their spring song: one high note followed by two lower pitched notes. The white-breasted nuthatches are giving their spring song as well: a rapid series of eight to 11 notes given over a two to three second period.

More behaviour changes will be announced in the weeks ahead.

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Celebrating International Women’s Day March 8 Bernadette McCann House

In 1977, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution calling on member states to proclaim a day for women’s rights and international peace.

Following the United Nations’ lead, Canada chose March 8 as International Women’s Day (IWD).

Each year at this time, Canadians celebrate progress toward equality for women and their full participation, reflect on the challenges and barriers that remain, and consider future steps to achieving equality for all women, in all aspects of their lives. And, great improvements have been made.

We have had female astronauts and prime ministers, women serve in our military and police force, we do have women in the media, business women, engineers, architects, and doctors, and although we still push and lobby for equal pay, we have made great gains in the careers we choose. And so the tone and nature of IWD has, for the past few years, moved from being a reminder about the negatives, to a celebration of the positives.

Over time, International Women’s Day has grown into a week-long series

of commemorative events and activities across the country. In some places like China, Russia, Vietnam and Bulgaria, International Women’s Day is a national holiday.

Increasingly, International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women in our own communities.

Since 1993 Bernadette McCann House has been hosting the International Women’s Day Awards, to recognize women in Renfrew County that have contributed to the betterment of women in society.

The award has been presented to several women of distinction who deserved to be recognized for their contributions toward women in non-traditional roles, women’s counseling services, ending violence against women, women’s support groups, public awareness, volunteering, business, education in women’s issues, community involvement and legal support, agriculture and the arts.

This year Bernadette McCann House is hosting its 20th International Women’s Day awards ceremony on Thursday March 8, at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Pembroke.

The guest speaker will be Joan Miller,

vice president and general manager of decommissioning and waste management for AECL’s Nuclear Laboratories.

Miller graduated from McMaster University with an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry and has spent all of her 30-plus year career at Chalk River Laboratories, where she has worked on a variety of projects and products for the nuclear industry, nationally and internationally, eventually taking on management responsibilities.

Miller is a native of Combermere, and a proud descendant of the Polish pioneers who settled in the Madawaska Valley.

She and her family reside in Deep River.

The wine, cheese and chocolate celebration starts at 6:30 p.m. The awards ceremony and guest speaker portion of the evening begins at 7 p.m. This event is free and open to everyone.

Bernadette McCann House provides critical services and support to women and their children, facing domestic violence. For general information please call 613-732-7776, or visit our website at www.wsssbmh.org. If you require shelter or support please call our 24 hour help lines at 1-800-267-4930 or 613-7323131.

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We’ve the world’s greatest inland port a thousand miles from sea, With its lovely town of Montreal, a rival of Paree

But, Our Canada has grown and grown until in point of size; It’s next to the world’s biggest, and that’s hard to minimize.

We’ve got the Royal Mounties, John Diefenbaker too, Mr. Pearson, Mr. Hellyer and Raoul Caouette, Mon Dieu!

One-third the world’s fresh water seems more than our fair share, And then to add variety, we’ve three oceans to spare.

Our soldiers, sailors, airmen now sport a brand new sheen, I suppose that, come next springtime, we’ll be wearing navy green.

We’ve got peaches, pears and apples, of which Macintosh is Chief; We have miles and miles of wheat lands and forests past belief; We make miles and miles of newsprint and aluminum by the ton, We have the one aluminum bridge, just to show what can be done.

Our winters are stupendous with the grandest skiing slopes, And tho’ spring’s a bit reluctant, we have the highest hopes; Our autumn’s the most gorgeous with the colour of the trees, The like of which you’ve seen in any parts but these; And in our summer season, sure we don’t need the tropics, All this makes our weather the most interesting of topics.

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A celebration of women in business at Renfrew’s Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre Bruce McIntyre

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Thursday, March 8 at the Ma-TeWay Activity Centre, in Renfrew, Enterprise Renfrew County (ERC) is hosting a Celebration of Women in Business in conjunction with International Women’s Day. This free full-day workshop is funded by the Ministry of Economic Development and Innovation. A goodwill offering at registration will go to Bernadette McCannat House.

Participants will learn : • How to Capitalize on Your

Strengths When Planning Your Marketing Strategies with Jennifer Layman of Forward Thinking; • A panel presentation and discussion with the Business Development Bank of Canada, Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation and the Royal Bank on what financer’s look for in start-up and business expansion; and • stress management with Dorothy Allemang.

Keynote speaker Claudia Van Wijik and co-owner of OWL Rafting and Madawaska Kanu Centre

tal to Canada’s economic prosperity, creating new businesses and new wealth at accelerating rates.�

Recent statistics indicate that there are more than 821,000 women entrepreneurs in Canada, who annually contribute in excess of $18 billion to the economy. Their firms represent 47 per cent of SMEs, provide jobs for 1.7 million Canadians – more than the Canadian Business Top 100 companies – and are creating new jobs at four times the rate of the average firm. (WEConnect Fact Sheet for Corporations)

became the Canadian whitewater kayak slalom Champion in 1974 and held the title for an astounding 10 years. A mother of two girls, Claudia will share her professional, recreational and personal drive as an entrepreneur. Each year around the world, International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8. Thousands of events occur not just on this day but throughout March to mark the economic, political and social achievements of women.

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Free the Children Winter Carnival now March 6 Queen Elizabeth Public School

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Proceed on O’Brien Rd. to Tim Horton’s and turn north and travel to 96 Otteridge Ave. Hope we can meet there and see this spectacular 1500 sq. ft. custom built bungalow!!

www.remaxrenfrew.com

SUBDIVISION

24 PETER ST. Economical living at this address - a 1 and ½ storey home with 3 bedrooms, 4 pce bath, livingroom, eat-in kitchen, den and screened in porch at the rear plus a detached single car garage - good sized rear yard - central air Excellent value here and good location. Call Helen at 432-0058

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127 ELK STREET

Here you have a very well maintained 3 bedroom garden home(duplex living) in an excellent residential location close to shopping and easy access to hwy 17.

This home has living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry and ½ bath on the main level and 3 bedrooms and 4 pce bath on the second floor - attached single garage - laminate and vinyl flooring - gas heat - pretty deck at the rear overlooking the parkland for children’s fun. Call Helen to view at 432-0058

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157 ELK ST. (HUNTER GATE SUBDIVISION)

5 GARDEN HOMES BEING BUILT. ONLY 4 LEFT

A custom built 2 bedroom, 2 baths, bungalow with hardwood and ceramic - large living area comprising living dining and kitchen area overlooking parkland at the rear - good sized deck off the dining area - fully warrantied and fully serviced lot - a great place to reside near shopping and hwy 17 access. Call Helen to see it at 432-0058

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110 IVY AVE. HORTON HEIGHTS

219 OAK STREET, EGANVILLE

A custom built ICF home with 3 bedrooms, bungalow lifestyle - in-floor heating system, 2 baths - large living,dining and kitchen area overlooking the spacious rear yard - huge driveway for lots of parking - quiet residential area - a great place to live!!! Call Helen to view at 432-0058

MAKE YOUR OWN CHOICES IF YOU PURCHASE NOW. CALL HELEN AT 432-0058

Do not miss the opportunity to view this home!!!

Tremendous value at this address in a Horton Height location!!!- 3 bedroom split level with four levels of space available - new gas fireplace and new hardwood flooring in the living room and dining room - it is lovely! Kitchen is eat-in - lower level has family room and laundry room with ½ bath -lots of storage on the fourth level - deck at rear and private rear yard with large storage shed on the property - paved drive - Call Helen to see this at 432-0058

(HURDS LAKE WATERFRONT) A paved road right to your driveway awaits you at this address and 125 feet of waterfront too!!! A split level home with 4 levels of living and lots of space on the waterfront lot for fun! 3 bedrooms and 2 baths - fireplace in the family room - dining room, living room and eat-in kitchen just off the screened in porch area - a beautiful deck overlooks the waterfront and a hot tub area for your enjoyment is there as well - Lots of storage on the property and an attached single car garage - Call Helen at 432-0058 to view

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2 bedroom Garden home ready for occupancy!

Call Helen at 432-0058 48 STACEY DR. (MADAWASKA WATERFRONT) An ideal location for you and your family - spectacular home and spectacular waterfront!!!! This is an extraordinary property and one you must see to appreciate.

Two levels of living at this address and a double car attached garage and walk-out basement - sandy beach area at river’s edge - spacious trex deck overlooking the water - living room, dining room, kitchen and family room affords you a view of the Madawaska River from every angle! 3 bedrooms, 2 and ½ baths - you must view this soon. Call Helen at 432-0058

LOTS FOR SALE

Mack Wilson, Developer & Hansma-Beimers Construction Ltd., Builder

818 8TH ST. (JUST OFF BARNET BLVD) Easy access to h ighway 17 for commuters and easy access to all shopping - a deluxe garden home with all the extras you will ever desire - 2 bedrooms on second level plus a large 4 pce bath - lst level has living room, dining room and kitchen plus ½ bath tiered arbored deck at the rear plus maintenance free yard - totally fenced area for privacy Call Helen to see this at 432-0058

JUST LISTED - PINNACLE ROAD 5 Building Lots - Each Two Acres On Pinnacle Rd - Easy Access To Town - Paved Road Right To Your Door. All Severed And Surveyed And Ready For Your Home To Be Built Call Helen At 432-0058 2 BUILDING LOTS on Humphrey’s Rd (just off the Castleford Rd.) EXCELLENT LOCATION

TIMBER TRAIL

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

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

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

205 STEVENSON CRES.

Lots to offer with this 3 bedroom home in a wonderful location in Renfrew. Large kitchen and living area. Ensuite bath off large master on main level with Jacuzzi tub. Central a/c and deck at rear. $195,000 Call David to view. MLS# 799495

Living on the Ottawa River in a 3 bedroom home with excellent access to town. A large master bedroom overlooks an amazing view from one of the homes’ decks. Attached garage and paved drive. This home shows beautifully with a terrific kitchen and hardwood floors. Call David.MLS #803723

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• WATERFRONT LOTS AVAILABLE One Located At Griffith On The Madawaska River – Little Timber Trail Lot Measures 200 Ft X 284.06 X 286.29 Ft. X 394.59 Ft – Great Holiday Fun For You And Your Family • ONE LOCATED AT LACROIX BAY RD. LAPASSE 225 FT. of waterfront on the beautiful Ottawa River – beautiful location and paved access right to the door

OTTAWA RIVER WATERFRONT

This 4 bedroom bungalow has a finished basement with a gas stove, central vac, & A/C. Newer roof, windows and doors with a detached garage. Private rear yard. Call today. MLS #818235

Sales Representative

have been Tarion Warranty Award Winners Every Year!

(MADAWASKA RIVER WATERFRONT) WATERFRONT LOT on the Madawaska River. All ready to build your dream home or cottage. 200 ft of prime waterfront. Do not miss out.MLS#786169 Call David. 613-401-2824.

847 Raglan

GREAT BUSINESS.. Fast growing business that has been renovated with new floors, coolers and ductless a/c. Work at the store and live in the 3 bedroom attached unit. Be your own boss today. Great investment..MLS #805113

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34093 HWY 41 EGANVILLE $55,000 Just on the outskirts of Eganville. This house and property has tons of potential.

Call David to view. 613-401-2824

FREE HOME EVALUATION Call David for a free Evaluation of your home today

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327 LISGAR

This home will make a wonderful income property or a starter home. The detached garage could easily be an office or extra living space. Asking $119,900

900 LACROIX BAY RD. OTTAWA RIVER WATERFRONT

Excellent building lot with amazing waterfront on the Ottawa River. This lot is priced to sell at $72,900. Call David today at 613-401-2824.

MLS #796846.

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Renfrew County NFU sponsoring information meeting Canada FarmSafe Plan Dave Mackay

Renfrew County National Farmers Union

An information meeting on renewable energy and feed-in tariffs will take place on Monday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Church Hall on Crawford Street in Cobden.

The guest speaker, Kyle Dickson, from JP2G Consultants Ltd. will give a short visual presentation and will share his personal experience in respect to the present micro-FITs programs and compensation.

Dickson has a lot of hands-on experience on the topic of renewable energy

being that he has constructed his own facility. The NFU supports this production of renewable energy as a way to conserve the remaining fossil fuel supply to minimize the environmental impacts on energy extractions.

In January, NFU at the provincial level, submitted six recommendations to the FIT Two Year Review – one of the recommendations outlined; Tariff rates paid to microFIT projects which are owned and controlled by farmers and home owners, should continue to be higher than the rates paid for large-scale FIT projects.

The rate paid for ground mount units should be the same as that being paid for roof-top solar PV, so that rural and urban citizens are treated equally.

We encourage residents and farmers who are interested in renewable energy to attend. There will be ample time for questions. At the end of the meeting the local NFU will hold its annual meeting.

We urge our members to attend. It must be noted the NFU is a very important family farm organization which speaks for the family farm no matter what size or what commodity it produces.

Farming and ranching can be a dangerous occupation.

That’s why it is so important to track and check each safety incident and learn from it – so that you can prevent it from happening again.

To help producers develop an incident track and check process, a new farm management tool called the Canada FarmSafe Plan has been developed by the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association.

The Canada FarmSafe Plan supports the theme Plan • Farm • Safety, a three-year focus for the Canadian agricultural safety campaign.

A free download of the core Canada FarmSafe Plan is available at www.planfarmsafety.ca.

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

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Now $114,000, this three bedroom bungalow, full basement, needs some TLC, just off Hwy 17.

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Solid Family Home Asking $119,900 for this solid brick Douglas four bedroom home on a corner lot. MLS# 812576.

MLS# 815815.

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Great Family Home Ideal location, solid, four bedroom home, with finished basement, 2.5 baths, attached garage. MLS# 814204.

27 mcGarry aVe Asking $129,900, three bedroom two storey with detached garage, requires some TLC.

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Asking $42,900. 3 Acre Building Lot at Kelly’s Corners. Call Peter.

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2425 eady rd Asking $259,900, gleaming hardwood floors, three bedrooms, two baths, front porch across the front. MLS# 803335.

4121 riVer rd.

Asking $249,900. Solid brick home on one acre, freshly painted, new flooring, 2+1 bedrooms. 1.5 baths. Full basment.

Hobby Farm Grant Settlement Rd, asking $369,900 for this 9 Acre hobby farm, large home, good barns and fencing, large heated workshop. MLS# 813108.

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Asking $116,900 for this two bedroom bunglow with garage and good interior space. Gas heat.

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Planning on building this Spring? Call Peter about this great centrally located lot. MLS# 803130.

1341 Blind line Asking $169,900, three bedrooms, large family room, finished basement, several outbuildings.

MLS# 818471.

279 mclean St.

Asking $169,900 for this three bedroom family home, 2 bathrooms, with finished basment, fenced rear yard, and garage.

Four acre commercial lot

Now only $199,900, fully serviced and surveyed lot, with town water, sewer, hydro, and gas existing. Many options exist for this high traffic location. MLS# 786734.

148 Bank St Asking $159,900 for this three bedroom family home, 2 baths, freshly painted and updated. MLS# 814974.

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Go green in downtown Renfrew at the St. Patrick’s Day five-kilometre fun run raphy unit.

Entry fees are $20 for adults and $15 for students. Participants may register at Valley Source for Sports at 239 Raglan Streeet, or call 613432-9333. Registration on event day

A St.Patrick’s Day five-kilometre fun run will be held in downtown Renfrew on Saturday, March 17.

All proceeds go the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation to assist with the cost of the digital mammog-

begins at 9 a.m.

The run starts at 10 a.m. This is an initiative of the Boston 4 Bust campaign in support of RVH. The start and finish line will be in front of Low Square.

The campaign is led by Renfrew marathoner Colleen Berry, who is gunning to run the April 16, 2012 Boston Marathon. She hopes to raise at least $4,222, or $100 per each kilometre, by completing her fourth

Boston Marathon, and 14th marathon since completing her first one in 2006.

To support the cause, donors can also call the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation at 613-432-4851.

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

ROSS PEEVER

Sales Representative Res.

613-432-5394

Visit us on the web at www.remaxrenfrew.com R0021291582-0301

330 Plaunt St. S., Renfrew K7V 1N3 432-7562 NEW G lISTIN

280 BAldWIN ST.

Totally renovated, 2 ½ ST home with remodeled KIT, separate DR, LR, with 1-4PC BATH. 2nd level 3BDR with 1-4pc ensuite, plus 1-3pc main bath; 3rd level office or 4th BD. Full basement with finished rec room, laundry, furnace, cold storage room. 2 car attached garage with extra storage rooms, fenced in yard, F.A. gas, plus central air. NOTE extra separate lot 52x161 included with this property. Asking $279,900. Call Ross for details. 613-433-1133

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87 MClEAN ST. 2 story brick and vinyl sided home; with freshly renovated kit, separate DR, LR (hardwood floors). 2nd level, 3BDRS plus 1-4pc bath, large Master BDR, full basement, with excellent height.

F.A.gas 2008, roof 2010, many more extras, privacy with ravine located behind this lot Cal Ross for details at 613-433-1133

1500 Sq. FT.

491 WhElAN Rd.

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Open Concept Kith with Maple Cupboards plus island leading to back deck, Large LR, 1 – 4 pc bath, laundry room , 3 BDR with 1- 4 pc ensuite plus walk-in closet off MBR, hardwood floors throughout, full basement all dry walled, 4th BDR, furnace room, propane heat, large lot.

Call Ross for details 613.433.1133

15 qUEEN ST. NORTh Brick & Vinyl sided bungalow, open concept, KIT, DR, LR, 3BDR plus 1- 4 pc bath, Full Basement with 4th BDR, large rec Room with Gas Furnace, Separate laundry room, Large work area.

Asking $199,900 Call Ross for Viewing 613.433.1133

Asking $129,900 for this modular home; Lot size 177’ by 276’ Great Condition, KIT, LR, 1- 4pc bath, 2 BDR Full Basement, New F.A. Oil Furnace in 2010. Immediate Occupancy. Call Ross 613.433.1133 for Details

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1 Rosamond st., almonte $164,900 Ground floor opportunity! High ceilings with stone highlights around windows. Open concept living room / dining room.

Eat-in kitchen w/dishwasher, stove and fridge. This apt is clean, freshly painted and ready to go. Laundry includes washer and dryer. Call Harold or Elinor

900 PeRth Road, CaRleton PlaCe $259,900 This home features den in lower level, gas fireplace in lvgrm, huge country kitchen, open concept, front verandah, and rear deck. Large garage for cars and toys. Lots of parking. Call Harold or Elinor

95 mooRe stReet, CaRleton PlaCe $189,900 Upgrades include roof, high-effiency gas furnace, bathroom with soaker tub, kitchen, plumbing and electrical. Original maple and red pine flooring. Convenient parking at the back.

Call Harold or Elinor

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4568 noRthwoods dRive, ottawa $299,900 Over 100 feet of waterfront on the Ottawa River. Perfect for the outdoor enthusiast. Over 4kms of sandy beach in Constance Bay. This year round property won’t last as Ottawa riverfront is rare. Newer roof and windows. Beautiful deck.

Call “BIG AL” Shepheard

Giovanna Spezzano 613-327-9710*

Elinor Tanti 613-257-4663*

Elizabeth Powell 613-314-5455*

Julie McKay 613-867-3813*

Mandy Rose 613-769-8040*

238 Fox den st., RenFRew $337,400 1960 sq ft (approx) on main level PLUS finished lower level w/recreation room, 3 pl bath, 2 bedrooms, den, & kitchen.

Hardwood floors, ss appliances, 3 bedrooms, 2 bths, open concept kitchen. Call Harold or Elinor

238 lyndhuRst ave., CaRleton PlaCe $450,000 4 bdrm/4 bath split level on lovely landscaped lot with inground pool. Sunroom overlooking the pool area. Kitchen, living room and dining room open to rear deck Hardwood floors, gas fireplace, large master with ensuite. Call “BIG AL” Shepheard

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220 stonehome CRes., almonte Immaculate home on 2+ private acres. Cathedral ceiling, patio doors on both levels, 2 decks, lower level w/famrm, 4th bedrm, 3 pc bth, laundry rm, storage rm, and patio door to rear yard. $1950/monthly Call Harold or Elinor

503 mazaRi CR., ottawa $459,900 Quality built Talos home, 4 spacious bdrms, large 2nd floor laundry, custom kitchen, desk area & island, master bath with granite counter, 5 appliances, central air. Move in condition!

101 toPol lane, CaRP $989,900 Lovely 2 acre lot. Pool, Tennis Court, Home Theatre Room, Modern Guest House and countless other amenities. Huge office space and large garage. Public and private schools are very close by.

SOLD

Jack Fulton 613-552-7760*

SOLD Kathi Norton 613-867-8945*

8647 Flewellyn

72 FRank stReet

Call Elizabeth Powell

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1577 RiChmond Road

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John Forrest 613-850-9933*

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Marc Evans 613-831-3110

Keith Campbell 613-831-3110*

Vitaly Rogozhin 613-831-3110*

Brendan Gillett 613-831-3110*

John Southwell 613-253-1000**

“BIG AL” Shepheard 613-839-5333*

news

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Winter tourism a key economic driver Lauren McIllfaterick

Visit us Online at yourottawaregion.com

Ottawa Valley Travel Association

Bayford Photography Leslie Bayford, Professional Photographer and Photoshop Artist Find us on

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Families/Individuals • Professional headshots Weddings/Engagements • Maternity/Newborn Children • Glamour • Pets lesliebayford@sympatico.ca

613.432.8503 613.897.7916

Photo courtesy Craig Kelly

Snowmobiling is an important part of winter tourism in the Ottawa Valley.

Here, riders park their sleds at The Ash Grove Inn in Barry’s Bay after a day out on the trails.

Ontario with the creation of the Renfrew County Travel Association – now known as the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA).

The OVTA is a not-for-profit membership based organization and is the official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) of the Ottawa Valley.

The OVTA’s mandate is to promote, stimulate and support Ottawa Valley tourism through the establishment of strategic and co-operative partnerships with members and key stakeholders.

In a nutshell, the OVTA markets the Ottawa Valley as a destination.

The OVTA is like a salesperson for all of the Ottawa Valley’s tourism operators and all the businesses that cater to tourists.

The OVTA tells the world how special the Ottawa Valley is and why tourists should and come see it for themselves.

The OVTA brings together public and private dollars to market the Ottawa Valley brand to a far wider market than any individual business or municipality could do on their own.

Pioneers of the OVTA recognized that time, effort and money would be better spent working together towards the com-

mon goal of bringing tourists to Renfrew County rather than competing with each other.

There is strength in numbers. By themselves, many local businesses would find such marketing too expensive and beyond their means.

Working together through a destination marketing organization, local tourism operators can cost-effectively promote the Ottawa Valley as a destination of choice.

The OVTA, with the support of its members and municipal partners, leverages its’ marketing power through a wide variety of strategies.

These include publishing and distributing an annual travel guide and road map, running an award-winning website, print and digital advertising, attending consumer trade shows in Toronto and Ottawa, organizing familiarization tours for travel media, and fostering working partnerships with other tourism organizations, community organizations and branches of government.

The future of tourism in the Ottawa Valley is bright and promising.

Tourism is big business in Renfrew County, and the OVTA is proud to be a part of it.

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Tourism is big business in the Ottawa Valley.

It is also an important job creator for Renfrew County, directly employing about 4,400 people, and helping another 7,000 find employment in related businesses.

The vast majority of these jobs are in small and medium-sized, family-owned enterprises.

As tourism grows, so does the number of jobs available.

Each dollar spent in Renfrew County circulates five times, making the impact of tourism invaluable to the Ottawa Valley.

In 2009, $116 million tourism dollars were spent in Renfrew County. $116 million dollars circulated five times means that $580 million dollars were pumped into our local economies.

Visitors spend their money on accommodations, transportation, retail shops, restaurants, grocery stores, attractions, events and entertainment. In turn, these businesses spend their money on wages and salaries and supplies from other local businesses.

As well, they contribute significantly to municipal tax revenues and support local festivals, cultural groups, museums, farmers’ markets and recreation facilities.

Tourism is not just big business in Renfrew County. It is big business across the country.

In 2010, tourism was responsible for $73.4 billion in revenues and represented about 2 per cent of Canada’s overall gross domestic product (GDP).

Tourism contributed more to Canada’s economy than the agriculture, forestry and fishing industry combined. In Ontario, tourism as an industry contributed more to the provincial GDP than the entire primary sector, including forestry and mining.

The County of Renfrew recognized the importance of tourism to the local economy back in 1976 when it formed one of the first public/private partnerships in

Valley Wide

Real estate BRokeRage Teri Leech, Sales Rep. (cell) 613-433-6994

73 Plaunt Street Renfrew 613-433-3626 305 LochieL

Lovely 3 bedroom brick home within walking distance to shopping and schools. The family room overlooks the private fenced yard, with lots of perrenials. Pride of ownership is evident in this well maintained home.

MLS 815188 $179,000

1890 QueenS Line

Perfect retirement or starter home with large yard, open concept with vaulted ceilings and a full insulated basement that could be a third bedroom and rec room. Country living,centrally located for commuting. MLS 794059 $179,900

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Sat March 3, 2-4PM

Sat March 3, 2-4PM

Morris Eady 613-432-1830

Morris Eady 613-432-1830

Eady Realty, Inc.

Eady Realty, Inc.

96 Otteridge Ave.

454 Wade Ave

Sunday March 4, 2-4pm Helen Vincent 613-432-0058

Sat March 3, 1-3PM Kelly Derue, Broker

Brokerage

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

Brokerage

613-433-2681

Eady Realty, Inc. Brokerage

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE AND OTHER LISTINGS, PLEASE CHECK OUT THE REGULAR REAL ESTATE ADS IN THIS EDITION.

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Saturday, March 3 • Renfrew and Area Seniors’ Home Support invites couples and friends for dinner at the Renfrew Tea Room at 6 p.m. Full-course dinner, your choice between goat cheese and pear stuffed steak, Tuscan pork or chicken Parmesan. Cost is $25. For more information or to make reservations, call 613-4327691. Reservations are required. • Annual Leprechaun Trivia Night at the Cobden Agricultural hall at 8 p.m. Teams of 4 to 6 players at $60 a team. Fundraiser for the Cobden Agricultural Society and Cobden Fair. Snacks provided, canteen and refreshments available. To register with your team name, contact Lorraine at 613-646-2941 or email blhamilton@hotmail.ca.

Sunday, March 4 • DACA breakfast 8 to 11 a.m. Adults $7, kids $5. • Valley Singles lunch will be held at 12:30 p.m. at Buster’s Bar & Grill in Carleton Place. For info contact Fay at (613) 256-8117 or Johanna at (613) 4327622.

Tuesday, March 6 • Job Search and the Internet, 1 to 4 p.m. Expand your job search by finding and applying for opportunities through a variety of Internet sites. Call Employment Networks at 613-432-3424 to register. • First annual Free the Children Winter Carnival 5:30 to 9 p.m. at Ma-Te-Way Park, hosted by Queen Elizabeth Public School, Central Public School and Miss Teen Ontario East Hillary MacMillan. Enjoy an old-fashioned skating party, face painting, balloon animals, fish pond, chili, hot dogs, hot chocolate and more. All are welcome.

Thursday, March 8 • Free tryouts of Nordic pole walking with certified NPW Instructor, Judy Whitelock on last evening of Get W.I.T.H. It (Walking in the Halls) at St. Joseph’s High School at 6:30 p.m. Learn about the health benefits including burning almost twice the calories, reducing blood pressure, blood sugar, neck, shoulder and back pain, pressure on hips and knees, and revving up your “feel goodâ€? hormones for mental health. Call Judy for more dates and venues 613288-8464. Please register now so there are enough poles for everyone. Poles are available for purchase if desired after the training. Coming April 26: Dr. Klaus Schwanbeck from Germany, the world’s leading authority on Nordic pole walking, will be speaking in Arnprior. Keep the evening open to attend this community fundraiser. • The Renfrew Silver Seniors are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day at the Renfrew Legion with music from 1 to 4 p.m. Irish stew will be served at 4 p.m. Call Pat for tickets at 613-649-2756.

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March 10 and 11 • The seventh annual Curl 4 Kids CHEO Bonspiel will be held at the Shawville Curling Club. The entry cost is $25 per person. Ron 613-407-1962, Helen 819683-2213, or Ann 819-647-3277.

Tuesday, March 13 • Presbyterian Ladies Aid will be hosting a St. Patrick’s soup, sandwich and dessert lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost $10. Ann Young at 613-432-3383.

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Friday, March 16 • Douglas Lions Club St. Patrick’s Parade at 7 p.m.

Floats and Leprechaun hoofers welcome. Contact Douglas Lions Club at 613-649-2689 or Preston at 613-649-2378 to book your float. Prizes for best float, best family float and float coming farthest presented at Douglas Tavern. Parade lines up at St. Michael’s School from 6 p.m., leaves at 7 p.m.

Saturday, March 17 • St. Patty’s Spiel. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on the ice at the Renfrew Curling Club. Curlers and non-curlers are welcomed to the great get together bonspiel that includes curling, dinner, loads of fun and dressing in green. No experience necessary and equipment available if needed. Sign up a team or sign up as an individual. Information is available at the curling club at 613-432-5001.

Friday, March 23 • Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church Women are holding a book, bake and plant sale from 4 to 8 p.m. to help raise funds for their National UCW 50th anniversary project to fund maternal health care worker training courses for woman in Morogora, Tanzania. • Renfrew Home Show at theh Renfrew Armouries.

Doors open at 5 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. Sunday.

Saturday, March 24 • Women’s dart tournament at the Renfrew Legion, teams of four, cost $40 per team. Women’s doubles $20 per team. Registration 9 a.m., starts at 10 a.m.

Prizes based on number of teams. Contact Lianne at 613-432-0698 or Sheila at 613-433-9379. • Genealogical seminar: ancestry.ca and familysearch.org, sponsored by Upper Ottawa Valley Genealogical Group at Algonquin Community College, Pembroke, Room 201 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The $25 fee includes lunch.

Friday, April 6 • Renfrew Freemasons lunch, noon at the Rocky Mountain House Restaurant. Gentlemen interested in learning about freemasonry are invited to join.

Wives and girlfriends are welcome. Barry Samson 613-433-9038.

Sunday, April 22 • Scott Woods Band Fiddle Legend Tour at the Horton Community Centre. Woods and his band pays tribute to fiddle legends Don Messer, Al Cherny, King Ganam, Graham Townsend, Ward Allen and more in this fun-filled two-hour variety shot featuring old-time fiddling, traditional country, sensational step dancing and gospel music. The Scott Woods Band travels extensively throughout Canada each year, helping to raise funds for churches, charities and other community organizations.

Saturday, May 5 • Indoor yard sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the AFAC Wing. Cost $12 per table. Multiple vendors. Call Joan at 613-432-4485.

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Monday, March 5 • First annual Free the Children Winter Carnival, hosted by Queen Elizabeth Public School, Central Public School and Miss Teen Ontario East Hillary MacMillan from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The carnival will take place at Ma-Te-Way. Old-fashioned skating party, face painting, balloon animals, fish pond, chili, hotdogs, hot chocolate and much more. All are welcome. • Renfrew County National Farmers Union is sponsoring an information meeting on Renewable Energy and Feed-in Tariffs at Sacred Heart Church Hall, Crawford Street, Cobden at 7:30 p.m. Guest speaker Kyle Dickson. Free admission. Call Dave Mackay, 613-649-8211.

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Friday, March 2 • Renfrew Freemasons lunch, noon at the Rocky Mountain House Restaurant. Gentlemen interested in learning about freemasonry are invited to join.

Wives and girlfriends are welcome. Barry Samson 613-433-9038. • World Day of Prayer celebration prepared by the women of Malaysia at Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church. 1.30 p.m. film on Malaysia, 2.00 p.m. service and refreshments, film again after the service. Everyone welcome. For more, call Faye at 613-432-6525. • World Day of Prayer Service at 2 p.m. at St. John’s Anglican Church, Eganville. Sponsored by the Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada, this year’s service has been written by the women of Malaysia. Free-will offering. Refreshments to follow in the church hall. All are welcome. • 433 Wing TGIF roast pork dinner starting at 5:30 p.m. Please purchase advance $10 tickets at the Wing office or in the lounge. Entertainment by The Debenhams. Everyone welcome. For more information, please call 613-432-4485.

Saturday, March 10 • Stew-chili supper and euchre card party sponsored by the Arnprior Chapter Order of Eastern Star in the Masonic Hall at 5:30 p.m. Door and card prizes. Cost $8, Open to the public. For details or tickets, call Betty Jones at 613-256-3388 or Susan King at 613831-0844. Tickets also at the door. • Euchre party at AFAC Wing in the lounge at 1 p.m.

Cost $8 per person in support of the TLC, light lunch at half time. Call 613-432-4485 for information. • Renfrew County Fiddlers Association monthly dance at the Renfrew Legion 8 p.m. to midnight.

Old-time mixed music and dance with a light lunch.

General public admission $6. Everyone welcome.

Dances also set for April 21, May 19 and June 9. • St. Pat’s at St. Paul’s Restoration Fund concert from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, Shawville. Features Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums, Elly Kelly and friends, Scott Judd, Celtic Dancers and other local entertainment. Tickets in advance $12. Contact M. Palmer at 819-647-5414.

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• Enterprise Renfrew County, in conjunction with International Women’s Day, is hosting a Celebration of Women In Business at the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Due to limited seating registrations are due one week in advance. Although this is a free event there will be a good will offering collected at the door, with proceeds benefiting Bernadette McCann House. For more details and to register visit www.enterpriserenfrewcounty.com or contact Kim at 613-735-8224

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All brick bungalow behind Arnprior Shopping Mall. Finished lower level. Access to 2 streets. Numerous recent improvements. 5 Spruce bedrooms, 2 ½ baths. Attached 46 garage.

Options forcreS granny. suite or home business. Call Liz for full details.MLS#820915 Asking $284,900 JUSt

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MLS 3 bedrooms,#815734 3 baths, double attached garage, finished walk out lower 2791 rd. level, fenced yard for children or pets.

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151 Fourth avenue 3+1 bdrms, 2 baths, appliances, detached garage,#816343 inground pool, plenty MLS#819803 of room for everyone. Call Liz to make your offer. Asking 249,900 JUSt

This lovely $269,900 3 bedroom family home sits on a quiet side street a short walk fromASking downtown.$229,900 A large eat-in kitchen Privacy and tranquility abound in this ASking family home$224,500 only 10kms from Arnprior and 6kms from White Lake. Mature ASking LIStEd formal dining room and cozy living room with gas fireplace can all be maple trees frame this one acre lot. Main floor features an oversize master bedroomLIStEd with a true walk in closet, living with a sitting area overlooking the rear yard,LIStEd room, dining room, kitchen and full bath, while the lower level has 2 additional bedrooms, large family room and found on the main floor. Upstairs are 3 nice sized bedrooms and a full bath. A detached garage or heated workshop can be found outside. Don’t miss this opportunity. Call Clint for more info. Asking $184,900 laundry. A corn stove in the lower level is a true highlight. Call Clint for more info. Asking $242,900

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Available immediately! 3 bedroom bungalow with numerous recent improvements including laminate & ceramic floors,MLS fresh paint, bathroom & more! Affordable living just off Hwy #811414 417. Move in for Christmas! Call Liz Asking $ 174,500

All brick bungalow behind Arnprior Shopping Mall. Finished lower level. Access to 2 streets. Numerous recent improvements. 5 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths. Attached garage. Options for granny suite or home business. Call Liz for full details. Asking $284,900

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486 Deer Run Road, Pakenham. Perfect for the growing family, this 4 bdrm home is situated on a 3½ acre lot & offers MLSgreat living space, large lvingrm & lower level familyrm. Bright kitchen offers MLSPride plenty of cupboard space, formal dining rm offers patio doors to the 50 foot multi-tiered#803870 deck! #814367 of ownership can be seen throughout this home. Call Clint for more info. Asking $269,900

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MLS #819998 MLShome #820609 486 Deer Run Road, Pakenham. Perfect for the growing family, this 4 bdrm is situated on a $279,900 $399,900 3½ acre lot & offers great living space, large lvingrm & lower level familyrm.

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266 dIvISIon St S NEW MLS # 803780 PRICE Established restaurant on cornernOW downtown Arnprior.

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A healthy snack makes for a good day Peter Clark

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Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School was the recipient of a certificate of recognition last week. Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP John Yakabuski was on hand to make the presentation.

Director of education Michele Arbour was also on hand. They were greeted by princiMercury photo by Peter Clark pal Jeannie Armstrong to salute Fatima as a healthy school.

Honouring Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School as a healthy school, from left are director of “We provide healthy snacks to 277 students education Michele Arbour, MPP John Yakabuski, Our Lady of Fatima School principal Jeannie twice daily and encourage a comprehensive Armstrong, and school staff members Sheila Sweet, Sharon McGrath and Susan O’Neil. Tricia approach to school-wide health,” Armstrong McIntyre and Kristin Leach of Fatima school staff are missing from the photo. said.

“As your Member of Provincial Parliament, it is my pleasure to recognize the staff and students for choosing to select a healthy snack program,” Yakabuski said.

“Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School has become the trend setter for schools throughout Renfrew County.

“Teaching and practicing good nutrition for young students will surely impact on ensurinAg positive nutritional habits throughout their lives. Congratulations on implementing such a beneficial program,” the MPP added.

“My mother always said, ‘You can’t learn on an empty stomach,’” Yakabuski recalled.

“I think she is right.”

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$214,900 MLS# 820719 ‘Spacious & Gracious’ -Lovingly Restored 4 Bedroom Home -Refinished Hardwood Floors throughout -Gas Heat, Central Air Brokerage $434,900 MLS# 813539 -Many, Many Updates -232 Ft of Gorgeous Waterfront 29 Raglan St. S., Renfrew, ON K7V 1P8 Kelly Derue, Broker -Maintenance Free Home Johnston Kelly Derue Yakaback Patti Reid Eady Dennis-Excellent 613-432-2100 613-433-2681Morris Fishing & Beautiful Views Charlene Riopelle Vincent Sales Rep. Real Estate Broker Real Estate Broker Sales Rep. Broker of Record Badour Sales Rep. Call: Vince Johnston 613-433-2254 www.century21.ca/eadyrealty Cell 433-2254 Cell 433-2681 Cell 432-0041 Cell 401-0197 Cell 433-4082 Cell 432-1830

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$349,900 MLS #817092 -Well-Designed Family Home -4 Generous Bedrooms, 3 1/2 Baths -Gas Heat, Central Air -Large Property with In Ground Pool -Open Concept Kitchen/Dining Room CALL: Call: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041 VINCE JOHNSTON

$254,900 MLS #818665 ”Better than Brand New” -6 Years Old -Nicely Landscaped, Large Deck -3 + 1 Bedrooms -Central Air, Propane Stove in Family Rm. -Minutes from town CALL: Kelly Derue, Broker 613-433-2681 VINCE JOHNSTON

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$499,900 MLS# 807691 -Stunning Custom Built Home • -Large Economical year round living Entry Way with Elegant Curvedon Stairway Mink Lake 3 Baths -4 Bedrooms, • -Master Close to Course hasWhitetail Ensuite andGolf Walk-In Closet Ground Pool • -In Screen Room Call:Dennis Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041 Call: Yakaback 613-432-0041

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• $284,900 MLS #807238 3+ bedroom bungalow in desired neighbourhood.

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Stunning end unit Garden Home with gleaming maple hardwood floors & ceramic tile.

Insulated garage with auto remote door. 3 Full bathrooms, 6 appliances. 2+2 Bedrooms.

Large, bright, recreation room. $182,000.

MLS#757702 Large rear banks ofverandah. the Bonnechere • On theCovered and garden shed.

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•$229,900 Prime waterfront MLS #813562 Location, Location •Location, Completely renovated home family neighborhood •Great 3 bedrooms, 2 baths - New gas furnace •- Detached, heated garage New windows •- Large spectacular views Fenceddeck, rear yard Call: 613-433-2681 Call:Kelly Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

• Updated heat pump provides economical heating costs • Updated roof shingles • Spotless Decor • 3+1 Bedrooms, Family Room, 2 Baths, Carport Call: Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

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MLS #813332 MLS#813332 Country Homelot •-44 Bedroom Bedroom home on country Paintsystem and Many Updates •-Fresh New septic Front Entryway •-Covered Updated gas furnace -Minutes to Hwy 17 for •Commuters Covered porch Call: 613-432-0041 Call: Dennis DennisYakaback Yakaback 432-0041

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SCOTCHBUSH RD 5 ACRES - $46,900 5 ACRES - $48,900 28 ACRES - $75,000 CALL: CHARLENE 613-433-4082

$239,900 MLS#815981 • 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, End Unit • Main Floor Laundry • 1200lot sq. ft with a/c.

• 1 Acre building Morris Eady • 200 AmpCall: service 613-432-1830 • Nicely treed Call: Rick 401-3212 or Patti 401-0197

$284,900 MLS #807238

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RAGLAN ST. 0311 MARGAREt StREEt $35,000 MLS# 819712 Building Lot on thompson Hill (Horton twp) Building Lot on Hurds Lake $214,900. MLS#848646 $44,9000 • 450 sq ft custom kitchen w/ MLS# 769951 Deslaurier cabinets & maple floors • Open concept -Deeded Access to the Lake • Updates too numerous too mention Vincent Johnston Call: Charlene Riopelle Badour 613-433-2254 613-433-4082

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SAt., MAR. 3 1-3PM • Good Brick Bungalow • Seperate insulated workshop • Basement family room with 3 pc bath • Updates throughout

Call: 613-432-0041 Call:Dennis DennisYakaback Yakaback 613-432-0041

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SAt. MAR. 3 2-4PM MLS #796763 MLS #796764 • Hardwood/Ceramic flooring • Custom Kitchen $239, 900 • •2 Ensuite Bedrooms,Bath 2 Baths, End Unit Walk-in Closet • •Main Floor Laundry Morris • Call: 1200 sq. ft withEady a/c.

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$249,900 MLS #812230

$42,900 MLS#3820610 • Solid brick bedroom bungalow -Excellent Locationsetting for yourw/ Dream Home • Pretty country wooded area -5.4 Acres with Great Country Side View • Large family -Only 2 kms Fromroom town • Plusto lower level -Close Hwy 17 forapt Commuters.

Call: Kelly Derue 613-433-2681 Dennis Yakaback 613-432-0041

56On MAPLE DutyST. This Weekend Dennis Yakaback Real Estate Broker 613-432-0041 $159,900 MLS #807841 • 3 Bedroom • Walk out basement • Fenced yard - Huge rear deck I welcome your • Lots of upgrades last 5 years weekend call or on any Call: Rick 613-401-3212 listed property Patti 613-401-0197

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• Affordable 3 bedroom home recently renovated kitchen & bath, • Thoughtfully upgraded 4 bedroom family home with hardwood • Well maintained 2+1 bedroom bungalow located close to all finished lower level • 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with detached garage, 2 tiered deck & • $179,900 MLS#808689 flooring, custom kitchen cabinets, 3rd level with many options & hardwood & laminate flooring throughout & lower level family room amenities $195,000 MLS#803833 carport, private backyard & private fenced yard magnificent back yard 11 with wood stove • Large eat-in kitchen, newer 4pc bath, main floor laundry, lower level 8 storage shed. Lot of potential!

• $178,000 MLS#810254 • An Exciting Property to Call Home!

• Situated on 1.08 acres just 10 minutes to town 10 • $159,500.

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749 FiFth street 2017 CHURCH STREET 528 OPEONGO ROAD 2232 BELLAMY ROAD FOURTH • Perfect Family Home! Lovely neighbourhood with access to miles of 678795 english road STREET • Great Family Home – Much Bigger Than It Looks! bush trails in the backyard.

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• Well maintained, newer addition at rear, 3 bedrooms, • 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 gas fireplaces, upgraded kitchen, garage, • Bungalow situated on 1.22 acres with great yard for family activities, family fenced yard with deck & in ground pool! home in Douglas on nice family home on 5.03 acres within seasonal/ recreational property • 1.5 storey, 2 bedroom home detached garage, private rear deck & fenced yard 3+1 bedrooms, metal roof, hardwood, screened-in porch corner lot! walking distance to downtown 200 acres to roam! situated on a nice town lot • $275,500

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• Modernly designed spacious family home situated on 5.03 acres within walking distance to town • Hardwood & ceramic flooring attached double garage, in-ground pool, large deck, very private • $495,000

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• Newly sided, hardwood floors just finished in this 2 storey family home in a great neighbourhood • 3 bedrooms, 2-4pc baths, fenced backyard, deck, detached garage & 3rd level awaiting you design!

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2385 hWy#60 • 63.2 Acre Hobby Farm just 5 miles to Renfrew backing onto the Bonnechere River • 2 bedroom home, 2-part barn, vinyl shelter, tack room & cattle loading ramp • $284,500 STREET MLS#798656 MCANDREW

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627 FORTINGTON STREET Commercial Space in great location, close to HWY#17 & box stores!

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• Main building with 20 offices, 2 boardrooms, 280 MASK ROAD extensively renovated & upgraded + 2400 Building lot in Industrial Park just off sq. ft. rear building O’Brien Road. MLS#779371 • 2.44 acres, easy access to HWY#17 18 • Great Location MLS#819079

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1286 GOSHEN ROAD, New 3 bedroom bungalow on 2 acres. Hardwood, ceramic, deck, double garage. Tarion Warranty. $269,000. Phone 613-623-7572 or 613-720-3667

GENERAL LABOURER required to work around equipment.

Apply in person 9-4 WEEKDAYS only. Nesbitt Aggregates 1766 Lochwinnoch Road, Renfrew. 613-432-5764

INVESTORS LOOKING for homes in Renfrew to fix up and rent!! If you are looking to list a property that may fit call Vince Johnston 613-433-2254 Century21 Eady Realty.

HOMEWORKERS NEEDED!!!

Data Entry, typing forms, freelance writing... must work at least one hour/day & have computer with Internet access.

No experience needed. Will train. www.BasicOnlineWork.com

NEEDED NOW- AZ Drivers & Owner Ops. Great career opportunities. We’re seeking professional safety-minded drivers and owner operators.

Cross-border and Intra-Canada positions available. Call Celadon Canada, Kitchener.

1-800-332-0518 www.celadoncanada.com

PSW ($20/hr temp) PSW, DSW or Human Services Field degree/diploma. CPR, first aid, NVCI and WHMIS, Violence in the workplace, fire extinguisher certificates. Expe’d w/ GTube Feeding. Able to demo safe lifting techniques. Able to complete household chores (prep food, cleaning laundry and outside maintenance) Accommodations & meal allowance prov’d.

Apply at www.patriotsource1.com

SEMI DETACHED House, 1+1 bedrooms with the option to finish storage area in lower level to make a 3rd bedroom.

Eat in Kitchen, large living room, large back deck, fenced in back yard. Spotless & ready to move into. It also has central air. Price $189,000 Phone 613-622-7885, 187 Allan Drive, Arnprior.

HOST FAMILIES NEEDED. Northern Youth Abroad is looking for families to host 2 youths from Nunavut/NWT, Volunteering in your community July/August. www.nya.ca 1-866-212-2307 naomi@nya.ca

PAID IN ADVANCE! Make $1000 weekly mailing brochures from home. 100% Legit! Income in guaranteed!

No experience required. Enroll today! www.national-workers.com

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(613)432-7932 Bob Nigro

ANNOUNCEMENT WE ARE Renfrew Area RC enthusiasts looking for other people who enjoy the hobby to run with. If you own a 1/10, 1/8, or 1/5 scale nitro, electric, or gasser, please drop us an email so we can get together and run. This is not a club and there will be no fees. The email is renfrewrc@gmail.com

BUSINESS SERVICES SANDRA’S HOUSECLEANING One Time, weekly, biweekly.

Are you looking to sell your home? No time to keep it clean? I can do that for you!

Experienced, honest and reliable. Lots of references.

Serving Renfrew, Calabogie, Douglas and surrounding areas. Call Sandra 613-433-7315 or 613-433-0997

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DEATH

Henry Vogal

June 15, 1955 – February 26, 2012

Passed away after a long battle with lung cancer. He loved his mother so much, life itself, nature, fishing, movies and his dog Pinky. He kept Renfrew Victoria Hospital in his thoughts before his death. Thanks to everyone who supported me in this very difficult time. All my dear friends, my social worker, my doctor P. Pinard, Henry’s Dr. John Matosh, nurses who gave me hugs and special thanks to AnnaMaria- palliative coordinator at RVH. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of the Anderson Funeral Home Renfrew.

Lioudmila – his loving friend

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September 14, 1934– February 22, 2012 Royal Canadian Engineers (1951-1965) Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 174 retired CGE Arnprior

Passed away in Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday morning. Ron Miller of Arnprior in his 78th year. Beloved husband of Joan (Dale) Miller. Dear father of Richard Miller and Steven (Sandra-Dee) Miller all of Arnprior. Dear grandfather of Ethen Joseph Lapierre Miller and Jaiden Joan Lapierre Miller. Predeceased by his brothers Joseph and Robert Miller. Dear uncle of David (Edie) and Mark Miller. Brother in law of Eunice Miller. Son of the late Samuel Joseph Miller and Mary Elizabeth Casement.

Visitations at the Boyce Funeral home 138 daniel Street n. arnprior where family and friends paid their respects on Sunday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service was held in The Boyce Chapel at 11 a.m. on Monday February 27, 2012. A Luncheon followed in The Boyce Reception Centre. Final interment in Arnprior Albert Street Cemetery. In memoriams to the Ottawa Heart Institute or the Heart / Lung Association would be appreciated by his family. Royal Canadian Legion Branch 174 gathered Sunday evening for service at 6:45 p.m.

Condolences / Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca

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FREE DELIVERY in the West Carleton Areas, all cut and split hardwood, mostly Maple. All hand stacked on trailer, minimum 3 cords. Can deliver up to 7.85 each. 613-299-9663

ACCOUNTING CHRONICLE DIAMOND AWARD WINNER 2009, 2010 & 2011 Saturn Accounting Services 613-832-4699, 613-623-5258

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The family would like to thank the amazing team at Hospice Renfrew for their care and kindness during Raymond’s short stay. He did feel he had come home. Any donation to Hospice Renfrew in memory of a loved one would be appreciated.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of the Anderson Funeral Home, Renfrew.

BAKER, Cécile (Retired School Teacher) July 18, 1924 – February 20, 2012

SEND A LOAD to the dump, cheap. Clean up clutter, garage sale leftovers or leaf and yard waste. 613-256-4613

COMMERCIAL TO RENT

COMMERCIAL TO RENT AFFORDABLE commercial space for rent: retail, store front office, office, warehouse & garage, downtown Arnprior, 500-6,000 square feet, 613-299-7501.

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220 CARSWELL AVE. Approx 3500 sq ft. All wheel chair accessible, newly finished, multipurpose. Very reasonable rate, all in.

No extras.

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DEATH Beatrice Anna May Gutz (Klatt) September 13, 1929 - February 14, 2012.

JESSUP, Margaret Mary (Kauffeldt) 1913-2012 Born February 12, 1913, in Lyndoch On and passed away February 15, 2012, at the age of 99 years in Bonnechere Manor, Renfrew ON. Margaret is survived by daughter Jean Kauffeldt (Herbert Quade), son Jim (Mellisa) Jessup and daughter-in-law Marlene as well as sister Irene Stevens, Frieda Hartwig, Eileen (Wilbert Raglan), Doris, (Harold Remus), and sister-in-law Hazel Kauffeldt, Mary Greene, Violet Kinder, as well as 18 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, 14 greatgreat-grandchildren and many relatives and friends.

Predeceased by her loving husband of 51 years Hubert and their son Harold, son-in-law Claude Kauffeldt, her parents Herman and Lydia (Runtz) Kauffeldt, as well as siblings and in-laws Norman (Ethel), Basil (Louise), Anna (Clarence Griese), Clarence, Rachel (George Welk), Beatrice (Eddie Remus), John Stevens and Maurice Hartwig.

The arrangements have been made with Zohr Family Funeral Home, 11 Lake Street, Killaloe, ON. Visitation on Thursday, February 16 from 2-4 and 7-9 and February 17 from 11:30-1:00 followed by the funeral in the chapel. Interment will occur at Letterkenny Christian Cemetery in the spring.

Memorial donations to Bonnechere Manor Senior/ Adult Day Program, 470 Albert Street, Renfrew On, K7V 4L5 would be gratefully received. 333170

Formerly of Eganville, passed away at Bonnechere Manor, Renfrew on Tuesday at the age of 82 years. She was the beloved wife of the late Alfred Gutz. Dearly loved mother of Verginia Beavis (Wayne), Gail Hazen (Robert), Judy Hazen (Ralph), Melvin (Joan), Sheila (Tom Carpenter), & Debbie Legault (Claude).

Dearly loved grandmother of 11 grandchildren & 13 great grandchildren. Survived by her brothers Donald (Helga), Karl Jr., & Victor (Betty), her sister Ruth White (Don), and sister-in-law Nelda Gutz.

She was predeceased by her siblings Isabel Trolley, Lornie, Emgard Woodsack & 2 infant brothers, Garfield & Emmett. Mom was waked at Zohr Funeral Home Eganville Friday February 17, 2012 and her service was held at St. Lukes Lutheran Church Eganville, Saturday February 18. Spring Interment St. Lukes Lutheran Cemetery.

Rest in Peace Mom. Also thanks to Bonnechere Manor, Zohr Funeral Home, St. Lukes Lutheran Church, the ladies that prepared the lunch following the service. Your kindness and compassion at this time was greatly appreciated. Sincerely, our family.

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BAKER, William Joseph “Bill” (Retired Pfizer Arnprior)

DEJOODE, Harry Henry (Retired – Boeing, Arnprior) 1942-2012

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Peacefully at the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital on Monday evening, February 20th, 2012.

Cécile Marguerite Baker (née Verstraete) Beloved wife of the late Harry Baker (1968). Dearly loved mother of John Baker (Nancy Dougherty) of Arnprior and Monique Baker-Wishart (Wayne) of Ottawa. Dear friend of Paul Bogaert. Cherished grandmother of John, Melina and Kevin Wishart (Holly Matthews). Dear sister of Anne-Marie Verstraete of Belgium. Predeceased by her sister, Edy Verstraete. Cécile loved people and she loved life. A kind and considerate neighbour and friend, she will be remembered for her outgoing nature and her tremendous love of the French language…both taught and spoken. Family and friends were invited to the Pilon Family Funeral Home & Chapel, 50 John Street North, Arnprior for visitation on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Friday from 10 a.m. until funeral time. A Funeral Liturgy was celebrated in the Pilon Family Chapel on Friday morning, February 24th at 11 o’clock followed by interment in the Albert Street Cemetery, Arnprior. In memory of Cécile, a donation to the Arnprior Hospital “Partners in Caring” Foundation would be appreciated by her family.

It is with deep sadness that the family of Harry announces his passing on Thursday, February 23rd, 2012 at the Arnprior Hospital following a brief struggle with lung cancer. He is survived by his loving wife, Lorraine (nee Denault); his sons: Stephen, Neil and Michael, all of Arnprior; Mark (Kathryn) and Rob (Brenda), both of British Columbia and his grandson, Kyle. Fondly remembered by the Denault family as well as his many nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by his parents: Carel and Rykje DeJoode; his sister Sylvia VanEsch and brothers: Henk and Jacob. Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Trang and the nurses at A&DMH and Paramed for the excellent care given to Harry these past few months. Family and friends were invited to the Pilon Family Funeral Home & Chapel, 50 John Street North, Arnprior for visitation on Sunday afternoon from 1 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. and where a Funeral Service was conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel on Sunday at 4 o’clock. In memory of Harry, a donation to the Palliative Care Unit of the Arnprior Hospital would be appreciated by his family.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bill Baker who reluctantly succumbed to cancer while at the Arnprior Hospital on Friday evening, February 17th, 2012 following a brief but courageous struggle. In his final hours, Bill was surrounded by the unwaivering love and precious support of friends and family. He was 67 years of age. Survived by his beloved wife, Sherry (nee Hill), Bill also leaves his children: Scott Baker (and his wife Andrée and their son, William) and Alyssa Moore (and her husband Jamie and their children: Robert, Alex and Avery) all of Arnprior as well as his step-daughter, April Sybiraj (and her husband Alan) of Ottawa. Bill was predeceased by his first wife Barbara (nee Fraser) in 1991.

Loved brother of Joan Wood (late David) of Arnprior and Margaret Christy (Dick) of Elgin. Brother-in-law of Morgan Hill (Lynn) of Picton and Brent Hill (Jeannette) of Brockville. Dear son of the late Bill Baker and the late Jean Gilmour. A special uncle; a loyal friend and a lover of life, Bill will be long remembered for his kindness, integrity and gentle spirit. Family and friends were invited to the Pilon Family Funeral Home & Chapel, 50 John Street North, Arnprior for visitation on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Tuesday from 9:30 to 10:40 a.m. A Celebration of the life of Bill Baker was conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel on Tuesday morning, February 21st at 11 o’clock. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery. A reception followed at St. John Chrysostom Parish Hall on Albert Street in Arnprior. In memory of Bill, a donation to the Arnprior Hospital “Palliative Care Unit” would be appreciated by his family.

Pilon Family 333256

BUSINESS SERVICES CARPENTRY, REPAIRS, Rec Rooms, Decks, etc. Reasonable rates, 25 years experience. 613-832-2540

Executive Director.

Please view full job posting at www.valleyartscouncil.ca Deadline for submission March 5.

Raymond passed away peacefully on February 24th at Hospice Renfrew after a short battle with cancer. Raymond is the son of the late Oscar St. Louis and the late Blanche Blais. He leaves behind to mourn him 3 brothers, Gerard and Jean Paul (Ottawa) and Maurice (Renfrew), and a sister Muriel Cardwell (Renfrew). A Celebration of Life will be held in Ottawa at a later date. We wish to thank Kirk Anderson for his help and advice.

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RAYMOND ST. LOUIS 1950 – 2012

EDUCATION & TRAINING WELDING LESSONS made fast and easy. Saturday classes, beginners welcome. Hand on experience. Learn ARC, M.I.G. cutting techniques, theory. Certificate Course, Tax deductible.

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COMMERCIAL TO RENT Affordable commercial space for rent. Retail, store front office, office, warehouse and garage. Downtown Arnprior.

500-6,000 square feet.

UP TO 3000 sq.ft., a/c, central heating, low maintenance, parking, common washrooms, Daniel Street, Arnprior. doug.johnston@kingdonholdings.com 613-622-7931 We have a 2 bay and 1 bay for rent. 2 bay was used as a automotive detail shop (equipment available if interested) located in Eganville on main St. Building has a country style and laundry mat plus car wash Great rent for the right business. Call 613-628-3111 ext 3 then 2 ask for George

SHOWS AND BAZAARS THE MAIN STREET MARKETPLACE 167 Raglan Street Downtown Renfrew is hosting an INDOOR GARAGE SALE Every weekend from Saturday February 11 Sunday March 31. Limited Space -Book your stall now!!

Saturday only $25. Full weekend $40. GET A START ON YOUR SPRING CLEANING!!

For more details call Mel Blimkie, A Sense of Country 613-433-9925

FOR RENT 1 BDRM APT, heat and hydro included, non-smoker, mature adult wanted, $625. Call Dan 613-432-2268

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FOR RENT 1 BEDROOM, 106 John Street Arnprior, 620 sq, Quiet centertown location, Available immediately, newly renovated, AC, fridge, stove, gas fireplace, first & last, $650/month plus utilizes. Day 613-623-4979 evenings 613-623-5920 1 BEDROOM, $650 all inclusive, partially furnished, No pets. Small deck and large yard, many extras. Please call Randy and Rochelle 613-622-0416 1 BEDROOM apartment in clean, quiet building. $575 plus $125 for shared water, heat, and hydro.

613-623-9651 1 BEDROOM Apt, fridge, stove, parking included. Tenant pays hydro. $500/month 613-623-8331 Available March 1, 2012 1 or 2 BEDROOM Apt, 61 Sullivan Cres, Arnprior Available now, includes heat, water, fridge, stove and parking.

Laundry on site. $625/725 Info 819-661-0638 3 BEDROOM newly renovated, large lot, and lots of parking. 5 min walk to downtown Arnprior. Available March 1st, heat/hydro extra.

613-229-3711

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ARNPRIOR 1 BEDROOM, Furnished apartment, heat, hydro & satellite. $750/month, available March 1, first & last.

613-623-4341 or 613-762-4341

Available April 1st, 3 bedroom house, $650+utilities.

Wood/oil heat. Out of town, Renfrew area. 613-433-9917

ARNPRIOR 2ND FLOOR, OLDER, LARGE, one bedroom apartment, gas heat included.

Available Immediately. Call 613-432-4332

AVAILABLE NOW, 2-bedroom apt. in Arnprior includes fridge, stove, heat and parking. tenant pays hydro. $785/month. First and last required.

Please call 613-800-4338 or text 613-433-8289

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100-$400 CASH

Part time (roughly twenty hours per week) from May to October.

Kitchen prep and dishwashing duties.

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Simply Accounting, accounting principles, Microsoft Office and spreadsheet application knowledge required. Marketing skills would be an asset. Must have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

Duties include accounts payable and receivable, daily and monthly reconciliation of sales and monthly statistical report preparation.

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Please forward resumes before March 20, 2012 to sebastienbrown@renfrewgolf.com

• Sewer Foreman • Pipe Layer • Gradesman Gradesman and Labourer

• Gradesman and Labourer Email: Email: hr@bonnechereexcavating.com hr@bonnechereexcavating.com Fax: (613) 432-1140 Mail: P.O. Box 705 Email: hr@bonnechereexcavating.com Renfrew, Ontario K7V 0B5 332524 325043 The Renfrew Mercury EMC - Thursday, March 1, 2012 325043

For nearly 60 years, Haley Industries Limited has been producing magnesium and aluminum castings for the aerospace industry.

Located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley west of Renfrew we have an immediate opening for a:

CERTIFIED MILLWRIGHT We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including: Major Medical, Dental and Short Term Disability.

No telephone inquiries please

The Renfrew Golf Club is currently accepting applications for a

Please forward resumes before March 20, 2012 to sebastienbrown@renfrewgolf.com

Please forward resume to: Haley Industries Limited Human Resources 634 Magnesium Road Haley, Ontario Canada K0J 1Y0 Fax: (613-432-0743) Email: jobs.haley@magellan.aero 332540

PEMBROKE REGIONAL HOSPITAL INC. L’HOPITAL REGIONAL DE PEMBROKE INC.

PEMBROKE REGIONAL HOSPITAL INC. L’HOPITAL REGIONAL DE PEMBROKE INC.

Office administrator

Experience the excitement of the aerospace industry in a rural setting!

We thank all applicants, but only those invited to an interview will be contacted.

$

Competitive, Energetic, Honestly a MUST!

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Haley Industries Limited

Required for full-time / part-time, year round For busy automotive shop in Arnprior Automotive experience is an asset.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, quick-learning, able to work in a fast paced environment and willing to work overtime including some Saturdays.

Salary will be based on experience.

Interested persons please submit resume with cover letter to: Box D c/o The Arnprior Chronicle-Guide, 8 McGonigal Street W, Arnprior, K7S 1L8

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Available April 1st Arnprior 1 year old, 3 bedroom in new subdivision,2 full baths, 5 Appliances finished basement fireplace Central Air, Garage. 1300.00 + utilities Call 613-623-8164

The Renfrew Golf Club is currently accepting applications for an

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ARNPRIOR, Beautiful waterfront home, 2 bedroom plus den, 2.5 bath. Swimming, fishing, boating, Available March 1st, $2200/month plus utilities.

613-623-1872 www.arnpriorwaterfront.ca

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

Fridge, stove, parking incl.

Discounts for mature tenants.

623-8537 after 6pm

3+1 BEDROOM, 2 full bathrooms, rec room. Large yard, deck, pool, central air, $1100 plus utilities. First / last, references. Available April 1st, 613-433-9525

Full time seasonal position from early April- End of October.

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Available March 1st Braeside 3 Bedroom house, Large Yard, 5 Appliances.

950.00 utilities included Call: 613-623-8164

ARNPRIOR, across from Madawaska Golf Course, 295 Keatley Road, 3-bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, fridge &stove, ac, laundry room, main floor. $1200 first & last. No pets.

613-623-4580

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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.

If you are looking for a career that offers challenging opportunities in a progressive facility, consider Pembroke Regional Hospital as your employer of choice!

We are currently recruiting for the following positions: • Two (2) Registered Nurses for the Emergency/ICU Program – one position is offered on a FullTime basis, the other on a Temporary Full-Time basis. Applicants must be available to work all shifts and weekends.

Registered Nurses practice as members of a multi-disciplinary team in accordance with the Public Hospitals Act, the Regulated Health Professions Act, the Nursing Act, and the Standards set by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). In keeping with the Hospital’s Mission, Vision and Values, and policies and procedures, RN’s provide professional nursing care to patients. The ED/ICU Registered Nurse, following the Standards for Critical Care Nursing in Ontario, provides safe and competent care of the critically ill patients. Following the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale, the Registered Nurse assesses and cares for patients presenting to the ED for care and treatment.

REQUIREMENTS: • Current certificate of competence as Registered Nurse (RN) from the College of Nurses of Ontario • Program of study must have included physical assessment or must provide proof of post graduate completion of this course • Basic cardiac life support certification • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification • Recent experience and ability in cardiac rhythm interpretation, pressure monitoring, airway management and ventilator care • Demonstrated knowledge of the nursing care planning process and evidence of the ability to utilize problem solving and critical thinking techniques effectively in an ED/ICU setting • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with respect in an oral and written format with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines • Demonstrated and proven ability to work in a collaborative care model with all members of the health care team • Demonstrated ability to perform well in critical and high stress situations • Demonstrated knowledge and application of the College of Nurses standards of practice • Demonstrated commitment to continuing education activities supporting ongoing professional learning in nursing • Demonstrated ability to apply basic computer skills • Demonstrated commitment to patient safety • Must have demonstrated ability to meet the attendance standards of the Hospital • Bilingualism is an asset • The successful applicants will be required to complete the following Hospital provided certifications: - ACLS (if not already current) - Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale training - Ventilator Care - Defibrillation Preference will be given to candidates with Emergency Nursing Certificate, or Critical Care Certificate or CNA Certification in Emergency or Critical Care Nursing or completion of an in-hospital extended emergency or critical care learning program (curriculum to be reviewed at time of hire).

Qualified candidates should submit their resumes to by Friday, March 9, 2012: 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.

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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.

If you are looking for a career that offers challenging opportunities in a progressive facility, consider Pembroke Regional Hospital as your employer of choice!

We are currently recruiting for the following position: • Manager of Environmental Services - this position is offered on a Full-time basis.

The Manager of Environmental Services is responsible for the overall management and coordination of environmental services including housekeeping, janitorial and waste management programs, dietary services, and linen services. The Manager promotes the delivery of optimal service by demonstrating strong leadership and decision-making.

REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelors degree or Diploma in Environmental Services, Health Care Administration, Business Administration or related health care field • Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements • Five (5) years of current, progressive supervisory experience in Environmental Services • Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Previous experience working in a unionized environment • Proficiency in the use of a variety of computer software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and staffing/scheduling programs • Excellent organizational and prioritization skills • Knowledge of principles of infection prevention and control • Ability to work collaboratively with members of the health care team • Familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act • Must have demonstrated ability to meet the attendance standards of the Hospital • Bilingualism is an asset Qualified candidates should submit their resumes by Friday, March 16, 2012 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 332865

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BRIGHT, Well-maintained, non-smoking, 2 bedroom apartment, $690+hydro with parking for 1 car.

613-620-7278

PEMBROKE REGIONAL HOSPITAL INC.

Job Title: Mailroom Inserter Casual, Part time, Day or Night Shift Department: Distribution – Renfrew, ON

HOUSE FOR rent, 1/1/2 storey 2 bedroom home, central location, $775.00/mo plus utilities, first and last month required, non-smoker preferred, no pets, available April 1/12 Call 613-860-8200 LARGE 1 bedroom, downtown Arnprior, appliances, hardwood floors, heat included, Available Feb. 1st, $640/month. 613-601-4497 LARGE 2 bedroom, downtown Arnprior, hardwood floors, appliances included, available March 1st, $725.

613-601-4497 NEWLY renovated 2 bedroom apartment, ground floor, private entrance in Haley Station.

Heat included. No smoking, no pets, $625/month.

Phone 613-432-6156. Available Immediately NICE 3 BEDROOM, rec room, shed, yard, gas heat, semi, $925+utilities. Children welcome. 613-451-7728 ONE BEDROOM apartment, main floor with private entrance, fridge, stove and parking. No pets or smoking. 1st and last months rent required.

Available March 1, 2012. Gas and hydro extra, $475.

613-432-4387 or 613-432-6941 (references) ONE BEDROOM, large clean apartment, second floor. 306 Stewart Street, Renfrew. Private entrance, parking, fridge, stove and air conditioning. No smoking, no pets. Seniors preferred. $600/month plus hydro. First and last rent required. 613-432-7026

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COBDEN, 1 bedroom apartment, second floor, spacious living room and kitchen, parking and laundry on site, no smoking. 613-851-4630 DOWNTOWN ARNPRIOR 2-bedroom apartment available, renovated, clean, quiet, safe, pet-friendly, includes parking, locker, fridge, stove, hood fan, 613-299-7501, Tony

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Metroland Media is seeking reliable and dependable individuals to join their distribution team at the Renfrew Mercury.

Role Accountability: • Responsible for lifting flyers from a pallet and manually inserting these flyers in newspapers.

• Jogging and strapping of bundles once insertion of required flyers is completed.

• Loading of completed flyer bundles onto skid or into cage • Documentation of all work performed for verification purposes.

• To perform “Due diligence” as described by the Ministry of Labour in the Ontario Health and Safety Act and understand and sign off on all Company policies and procedures.

Requirements: • Physically able to safely lift up to 50 lbs • Standing for extended periods required • Continual rotation of wrists, back and shoulders.

• Fluent in English both written and verbal.

• Ability to count to 100 • Motivated self starter • Reliable team worker • Ability to work all shifts Wages start at $10.25 per hour plus $1.00 per hour shift differential between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their resume and cover letter to the attention of Audrey Fleury, Mailroom Supervisor, via email at audrey.fleury@metroland.com or fax at 613-432-6689 While we appreciate the interest of all candidates, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

No telephone calls please.

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.

If you are looking for a career that offers challenging opportunities in a progressive facility, consider Pembroke Regional Hospital as your employer of choice!

We are currently recruiting for the following positions: Temporary Part-Time Sonographer to work in the Diagnostic Imaging Department Sonographers practise as members of a multi-disciplinary team in accordance with the Public Hospitals Act, the Regulated Health Professions Act and the Standards set by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography. In keeping with the Hospital’s Mission, Vision and Values, and policies and procedures, Sonographers provide professional diagnostic services to patients.

REQUIREMENTS: • Current ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) registration in Obstetrics and Abdomen • Previous experience in Abdominal, Obstetrical and Gynecological Scanning • Demonstrated experience with PACS applications • Previous experience in a hospital or health care Diagnostic Imaging department • Demonstrated ability to apply basic computer skills • Demonstrated effective problem solving and critical thinking skills • Demonstrated strong organizational skills • Demonstrated and proven ability to work in a collaborative care model with all members of the health care team • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with respect in an oral and written format with patients, colleagues and other health care disciplines • Demonstrated commitment to patient safety • Demonstrated commitment to personal continuing education activities • Must have demonstrated ability to meet the attendance standards of the Hospital • Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset • Experience in vascular scanning, musculoskeletal, shoulder, Doppler and cardiac scanning is an asset.

• Applicants must be available to work all shifts including weekends.

Casual SHARE Coordinator to work within the Community Mental Health Program The Self-Awareness Recreation and Entertainment (SHARE) Drop-in Centres provide opportunities for individuals with mental illness to interact and socialize with peers. The Coordinator is a resident of Renfrew County who has experienced mental illness and who is able to provide leadership to peer groups in a social setting. The Coordinator is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, facilitation and evaluation of peer support activities at the drop-in centres REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum grade 12 education • A consumer of mental health services • Ability to provide leadership in planning and facilitating social recreational and life skills opportunities for peers • Demonstrated ability to manage budgets • Ability to provide peer support • Good interpersonal and communication skills • Leadership skills • Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution skills • Self motivated and ability to motivate others • Basic computer and keyboarding skills • Awareness of community recreational opportunities and activities • Ability to maintain client confidentiality • Clear criminal record check • Must have demonstrated ability to meet the attendance standards of the Hospital • Bilingualism is an asset • Applicants are required to work evenings and weekends.

Qualified candidates should submit their resumes by Friday, March 9, 2012: Human Resources, Pembroke Regional Hospital, 705 Mackay Street, Pembroke, Ontario, K8A 1G8 or FAX: (613) 732-6348 or e-mail recruitment@pemreghos.org

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Earn Extra Money!

Experience the excitement of the aerospace industry in a rural setting!

Keep Your Weekends Free!

Routes Available!

For nearly 60 years, Haley Industries Limited has been producing magnesium and aluminum castings for the aerospace industry.

Located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley west of Renfrew there is an immediate opening for a:

We’re looking for Carriers to deliver our newspaper!

PROCESS ENGINEER Reporting to the Process Engineering Manager, this position is responsible for maintaining and continuously improving Manufacturing Processes.

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Graduation in a technical discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution is required.

Manufacturing experience, preferably in a foundry environment would be considered an asset.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including: Major Medical, Dental and Short Term Disability.

We thank all applicants, but only those invited to an interview will be contacted.

No telephone inquiries please

Deliver Right In Your Own Neighbourhood Papers Are Dropped Off At Your Door Great Family Activity No Collections Thursday Deliveries

Call Today 613.221.6247

Or apply on-line at YourOttawaRegion.com 332753

Please forward resume to: Haley Industries Limited 634 Magnesium Road Haley, Ontario Canada K0J 1Y0 Fax: (613-432-0743) Email: jobs.haley@magellan.aero

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

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Renfrew - 2 bedroom Garden Home with attached garage.

A/C and gas heat. Appliances included.

References required. No pets, nonsmoking.

855 Eighth Street. Available April 1st. $1000/mo + utilities.

Call 514-404-8359.

RENFREW 2 BEDROOM APT. quiet senior bldg. Laundry, 1st floor, non-smoking, Available immediately.

Call 613-432-4909 RENFREW, one bedroom bachelor apartment in quiet duplex. Suitable for one person. No pets, References, first and last required. $490/month plus hydro. 613-623-2247 Renfrew-Large bright 2 bedroom apartment. Five minutes from town. Finished loft for additional bedroom or extra storage. Private entrance with large deck. Includes fridge & stove. $650.00 per month. Hydro extra. No pets, no smoking. Available April 01.

Call 613-432-9486 ROOM FOR RENT, close to downtown. Kitchen and laundry privileges. Available immediately. Phone 613-433-4713

PERSONAL PRAYER OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN

(Never known to fail). Oh Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh Star of the Sea, help me and show me here, you are my Mother.

Oh Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request).

There are none who can withstand your power. Oh Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (three times).

Holy Mary, I place this prayer in your hands (three times). Say this prayer for thee consecutive days then you must publish and it will be granted to you. JR

SECOND FLOOR, 1 bedroom apartment available March 1st,2012. Located 80 John Street.N. $700/month. Includes fridge, stove, air conditioning, heat, water, washer&dryer and parking.

First & last month rent required.

Jim Mulvihill 613-623-3123. References will be requested

Shared Accommodations Large Bedroom with mini kitchenette $560/m or Small Bedroom $440/m. Both have satellite, wi-fi & utilities incl.

First & Last with References.

613-293-0611 TWO BEDROOM APT for rent, central location, renovated, first and last months rent required, references, $725 includes hydro. Non-smoking, no pets.

Please call 613-623-6738

adrienne.barr@metroland.com

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FOR SALE

WHITE LAKE VILLAGE, 15 minutes from Arnprior, renovated 1-bedroom +sunroom, 2nd floor, $650, clean, quiet, secure, pet-friendly, nonsmoking, includes parking, fridge, stove, hood fan, locker, common room with fireplace, outdoor patio, 613-299-7501

FOR SALE AFFORDABLE FLOORING Luxurious Carpet Remnants.

Tough Vinyl Floor Remnants.

You can save up to 65% off our regular prices 613-629RUGS. REMNANT DEPOT, 292 Trafalgar Rd., Pembroke

Avon calling...

Phone or email today for your Free Avon Brochure or to place an order.

Your local independent Avon consultant connie.lett@gmail.com, 613-622-5637 or interavon.ca/connie.lett *HOT TUB (SPA) Covers-Best Price. Best quality. All shapes and colours.

Call 1-866-652-6837. www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper SELLING HOUSE - Contents have to go.

Contact 613-622-0691. Please leave a message.

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613-432-8543 1-888-275-3239

NOTICES

Notice to creditors ANd others

Our family circle has been broken, A link gone from our chain.

All claims against the estate of Ida St. Denis, late of the Town of Arnprior, who died on the 8th day of February 2012, must be filed with the undersigned on or before the 1st day of April 2012; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the estate having regard only to the claims filed. This Notice dated 23rd day of February 2012. contact: Jacques st. denis, 886 March rd Kanata oN K2K 1X7

We, the family of the late Ross Burgess, sincerely want to thank the family, friends, neighbours, and co-workers for all their overwhelming support and kindness. Please let us express our deepest appreciation for the sincere words of condolences, floral tributes, food, cards and charitable donations in memory of Ross.

Thank you to Reverend Debbie Roi for capturing his spirit with such heartfelt words. Please know your presence in our lives has meant so much to our family.

Special thank you to Bill Duncan for your kind words at the service, Clarence Bowes and Krista Burgess for your beautiful gift of music, honourary pallbearers Ross’ granddaughters Angie, Amy, Ashley and Krista, and to the grandsons, Jeff, Michael, Danny, Nick, Randy and Robert who carried Grandpa to his final resting place.

Thank you to Eldon, Lisa and the staff of Boyce Funeral Home for their kindness, understanding and guidance to our family at this difficult time.

With heartfelt thanks, Lillian, Ronnie, Gordie, Nancy, Bonnie and our families

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To the thousands of people who have expressed their well wishes and condolences to our family: you have given us great strength during this difficult time. The stories and memories you have shared with us will forever be treasured.

To our friends who have provided us with food, flowers, and helped chauffeur the grandchildren around during Dad’s illness: your friendship will be forever valued. We offer a special thank you to the Crescent Gang for your love and support.

We would like to commend our sincere appreciation to the most professional, skilled, kind and devoted team of care providers and support staff at the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital. The hospital was Tom’s pride and joy and the care you provided made him proud and thankful. The love and care you demonstrated as you kept vigil over him during each hospital stay provided us with trust and confidence. Tom appreciated your sense of humour and witty responses to his off-the-cuff remarks that he bounced off you often just to see the reaction he could get (and you always had one)!

To Dr. Cathy Greenough, Tom’s ‘special’ daughter and caring doctor: endless thanks for the home visits and for working diligently to do absolutely everything you could to keep Tom in the best possible health.

To the staff of Tom’s beloved M Sullivan and Son and RONA: your friendship, support and dedication to Tom will never be forgotten. You really are members of Tom’s extended family. Continue to make him proud.

Father Robert Ryan and members of the CWL of Our Lady of Perpetual Help and St. John Chrysostom Parishes: thank you for your endless and fervent prayers and for providing our friends and family with reception after the funeral.

To Father Roy Boucher, our family member and friend: your visits to Tom and devotion to prayer with him was a tremendous support and healing in his great time of need.

Tom left us all with a great legacy and big shoes to fill. He would be so thankful to each and every one who has provided his treasured family with the love and support you have shown us.

Sincerely, Coreen, Sharon, Paddy, Maureen, Rick, Lori and families 333165

CHILDCARE SPACES AVAILABLE. Reciepts.

Licensed. Subsidized or FullFee. Snacks & Meals. In & Outdoor Play. Arts & Crafts.

School-Readiness Programs. www.childsparadise.ca 613-432-2627

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

HUNTING SUPPLIES BABYSITTER, full time and part time, before and after school. Close to Queen E school. Infants and tots welcome. Snacks and lunch provided. Receipts and references available.

Call Alicia 613-433-9750

Hunter Safety/ Canadian Firearm Safety Courses held throughout the valley all year long. Organize a group, get yours free. Gift certificates available. Competitive pricing.

Dave Arbour 613-257-7489. www.valleysportsmanshow.com

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My sincere thanks and gratitude to my wonderful neighbours, friends, and family for phone calls, cards, food, flowers, visits and prayers during my recent surgery.

To Dr. Honey and the staff at QCH, Ottawa, thank you.

Your thoughtfulness and kindness were appreciated and will always be remembered.

Sincerely, Dianne Briscoe

The Moran Family

We would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere and heartfelt thanks to our friends, family and colleagues who have been such a tremendous strength and support to us as we mourn the loss of an irreplaceable husband, father and grandpa.

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Overhead door technician established overhead door company looking for experienced technicians/installers. Welding and electrical ability an asset.

Top wages/great benefits.

Send resume to personnel@alparsons.on.ca, fax 613-798-2187 or call 613-798-4444.

THANK YOU

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TOP DOLLAR PAID for used guitars, amplifiers, banjos etc.

No hassle - pickup MILL MUSIC RENFREW 1-877-484-8275 or 613-432-4381

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ARE accidents or traffic tickets making your auto insurance too expensive? Shop around, save money, free quotations.

Call Eady Insurance.

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DEADLINE: TUESDAY AT NOON.

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From the family of Earl Towey: We wish to thank everyone for your kind words, prayers, donations and flowers in Earl’s memory. To the doctors & nurses of Renfrew Victoria Hospital, thank you for your assistance during Earl’s hospitalization, it is very much appreciated. We also want to thank all of the Legion members, and Earl’s family, friends and neighbors for visiting him in the hospital. Thank you for your support in our time of grief. A special thanks to Rev. Cannon Young for officiating, and Eldon Smith & his staff at Boyce’s funeral home for their personal attention as well as the lovely luncheon.

Sincerely, Jim & Shirley Towey, Ray Kohlsmith & families .

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Thank you

wish to thank everyone for their condolences, cards, phone calls, flowers, masses and prayers at the loss of our son Brent (Chopper) Moran.

Also those who brought food to the house and offers of help at a difficult time. We sincerely appreciate each & everyone of our friends and family.

Thank you to the Arnprior Hospital Palliative Care Unit, especially Vicki Murdoch and the amazing nursing staff who cared for the late Bill Baker. And thank you for all the food and charitable donations from friends and family.

Brian & Dianne Moran And Family

Sincerely, Sherry Baker and Family

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The family of the late Anne Forgiel wish to thank everyone for the cards, donations and food.

Thank you for your kind words and fond memories you shared with us. We wish to thank Father Jack Lau for his comforting words and for the lovely service he conducted. A special thank you to Mrs. Anna Stachera for their singing of the Polish hymn at the gravesite, thank you from our family. To Andre Pilon and his staff, Debbie Pierce and Pallbears, thank you for your help, kindness and comfort. Thank you to all of Anne’s friends and co-workers.

Thank you all from the Forgiel and Dontigny Families. 332756

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We would like to express our heartfelt thank you to everyone that has helped us through this difficult period following the sudden death of Leonard Robertson. The staff at both the Arnprior and Civic Hospitals were so professional, supportive and compassionate. We could not have asked for more. To our family, friends and neighbors, we cannot thank you enough for all you’ve done and continue to do. You have made a difficult situation a little easier to bear.

Thank you for your support. To the members of the Galetta RA, that held the reception following the funeral, we thank you all for your hard work. It was so nice to be back in Galetta again. And we would like to thank the overwhelming number of people who attended Leonard’s funeral. It was a wonderful tribute to a very unique man that we will cherish always. To Rev, Debbie Roi, we can’t thank you enough for your support and your most thoughtful service. You are a blessing.

Barbara, Heather, Brad, Jeffrey, Barb and Victoria 332786

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Barbara Knox January 17, 1932 – March 6, 2011 If flowers grow in heaven Lord, then pick a bunch for me Place them in my Mom’s arms and tell her they’re from me Tell her that I love and miss her, and when she turns to smile, Place a kiss upon her cheek, and hold her for awhile.

Love Nancy, Jeff & Avery

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In loving memory of a dear husband, father, and grandfather who passed away March 4, 2010.

God looked upon his garden and found an empty space, Then He looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face.

He put His arms around you and lifted you to rest.

God’s garden must be beautiful for He only takes the best.

He saw the road was getting rough and the hills were hard to climb, He closed your weary eyes and whispered “peace be thine”.

It broke our hearts to lose you but you did not go alone, For part of us went with you to God’s garden, your new home.

Sadly missed and forever remembered, Betty, Leah, Nathan, Alexia and Lina

WEDDING

Love Alan

Gaëtanne “Gaye” Grandmaison May 21st, 1943 - March 3, 2010 who passed away on February 28, 2009 Those we love are never really lost to us-we feel them in so many special waysthrough friends they always cared about and dreams they left behind, in beauty that they added to our days . . . in words of wisdom we still carry with us and memories that never will be gone . . .

Those we love are never really lost to us-For everywhere their special love lives on.

With love, Jack & Family

WEDDING

WEDDING

Dear Grandma,

It feels just like several days ago, We had you here with us, But instead it has been two long years, And we’ve yet to still adjust.

Sometimes we stop and cry for awhile, But then your memories dry the tears.

We had so many good times together, Rarely sadness, rarely any fears.

We miss your warm smile, Your laugh and that gentle voice.

One more day would be enough, If only we had the choice.

You’d be so very proud of us all, We’ve each come so far.

We know that you’re still with us though, Our Angel, our beautiful Star.

With all our love, Vanessa, Jack, Alexa, Marcel, Devon, Nathalie and Neil BIRTHDAY

WEDDING

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Call CLELA 333059

BIRTHDAY

Happy 1st Birthday Declan Needham Love, Mommy, Daddy, Nanny & Poppa, Granny & Poppa, Grandpa and all your Aunts and Uncles.

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BIRTHDAY

It’s nifty to be fifty!

* Party *

All because two people fell in love…

BIRTHDAY

His smiling way and pleasant face Are a pleasure to recall He had a kindly word for each And died beloved by all.

Some day we hope to meet him, Some day we know not when, To clasp his hand in the better land, Never to part again.

In loving memory of Nancy Gorra

Andy Dunlop

IN MEMORIUM

BUDARICK, Lloyd

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DEADLINE: TUESDAY AT NOON.

Friends & Family Come join us in welcoming home Colette Rigby and celebrating her birthday!

There will be a live DJ, dancing, food, bar, door prizes & 50/50 draw.

Cost: $5.00/person.

R.S.V.P (613) 253-8271 332748

Happy BirtHday roBBie MacLean From your baby, And the rest of your family.

0301.332734

Where: Arnprior Legion When: Saturday March, 3rd, 2012 Time: 7:00pm-1:00am

Happy 70th Birthday Earl March 2

Melissa Griffin and Spiros Karadakis Carey and Debbie Griffin are thrilled to announce the marriage of their daughter Melissa Griffin to Spiros Karadakis, son of John and Maria Karadakis of Arnprior.

Family and friends joined to celebrate the special day with Melissa and Spiros on August 27, 2011. The wedding was held at the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church in Ottawa, officiated by Fr. Alex Michalopulos, and the reception followed at the Hellenic Banquet Centre.

Melissa and Spiros were joined by special family members and friends for support on their big day. The wedding party consisted of Melissa’s sister, Kaylin Griffin (Maid of Honour), and friends Sarah Newton, Amanda Saunders and Emily Sloan as bridesmaids. Special family member of Spiros, Constance Moutsos was the flower girl and Nicolas Vranas was the ring bearer (Spiro’s godson). Along side Spiros was Koumbaros (Best man), Mike Michakis, Spiros’ Godfather and also accompanied by Spiros’ brothers Chris and Kosta Karadakis and friend, Perry Legakis of Ottawa as a groomsman.

Melissa and Spiros decided to retreat to Greece for a well deserved honeymoon where they were able to celebrate their marriage with friends and family from Greece who were unable to attend their wedding. Melissa and Spiros also travelled the Greek Islands. They explored Athens, Crete, and Santorini.

They newlywed’s now reside in Stittsville, ON.

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Happy 50th Birthday Rick!

Happy 1st Birthday Kendel Richards (March 1st)

Happy 50th Birthday Grandma March 1st

All Our Love, Laura, Sam & Tay xoxo

Love, Daddy, Mommy and big sister, Claire

Love your Grandkids, Family & Friends

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Love Marilyn Scott, Rana, Jada, Chad, Jane, Dawson 333159

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MORTGAGES

BUDARICK, Lloyd In loving memory of my precious Father who passed away March 1, 2007.

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

I often lay awake at night when the world is fast asleep, And take a walk down memory lane with tears upon my cheeks, Remembering you is easy, I do it every day.

But missing you is a heartache that never goes away, I hold you tightly within my heart and there you will remain.

Life has gone without you, but it will never be the same.

adrienne.barr@metroland.com

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CHRONICLE DIAMOND AWARD WINNER 2009, 2010 & 2011 SATURN ACCOUNTING SERVICES 613-832-4699, 613-623-5258 INCOME TAX RETURNS. Retired Revenue Canada Auditor with over 35 years experience. Larry Pulcine 613-623-4444

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SIDNEY, In loving memory of my dear brother, Ed, who passed away February 28th, 2004.

Dearer to us than words can tell, A brother we lost and loved so well, Happy and smiling always content.

Loved and respected, wherever he went, Always thoughtful, loving and kind, These are the memories that he left behind.

In the presence of their children,

Part-Time

The Almonte General Hospital is currently seeking a Part-Time Food Service Supervisor reporting to the Manager of Food Services for the efficient operation of the food services department. This includes the supervision of food preparation and staff work performance.

The successful candidate must have completed an accredited program as a Food Services Supervisor or Nutrition Manager and be a member in good standing with the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management. They must possess excellent leadership and communication skills, be proficient in MS Office and knowledgeable of nutritional needs of the residents in a LTC home.

Please visit our website for more details: www. almontegeneral.com Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resumes by March 16, 2012, to: Nives MacLaren, Human Resources Officer Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor 75 Spring Street, Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 email: hr@agh-fvm.com Fax: (613) 256-6371

Machinist

to work in carleton Place Job requirements • Perform set-up and operation of various machines and tooling • Read drawings and engineering details • Operate conventional and CNC equipment.

• Experience with vertical and horizontal boring mills would be an asset • Overhead crane experience would be an asset.

• 5 years minimum experience required Please send resumes to nht@norcanhydro.com ANNIVERSARY

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Todd & Laurie Jack Todd & Laurie (Bahm) Jack celebrate their 25th Anniversary on March 7, 2012.

Congratulations, All our love, Joshua, Mom, Dad, Janet, Stephen and Families

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SHOWCASE 2012.

Eight weeks to go. Winter will be over and the public will be looking to attend a great show and look at your products and services. Exhibitor enquiries welcome.

SHOWCASE 2012. Exhibitor enquiries welcome.

613-732-9662,doug@showcas einpetawawa.ca or www.showcaseinpetawawa.ca The Rockerfellas – live band Friday, March 2 8pm Coco Jarry’s – Downtown Renfrew

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

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Record number of fish caught at Castleford derby Don Storie

Castleford Charity Fish Derby

It was a beautiful day and our supporters of the derby came out in droves. Towey’s Bay and the surrounding area was blanketed with fisherman.

A total of 132 fish crossed the scales, which is a record number for the Castleford Charity Fishing Derby. A whopping 750 people entered.

The Castleford Charity committee thanks all our generous sponsors for their donations and commitment to our charity efforts and making this year’s Feb. 18 derby a complete success.

We also thank all the participants for your dedication to our cause. Without you, we would not be able to do this event.

We hope to see you back next year on Family Weekend.

Please check out our website at www. castlefordicefishingderby.com if you were not at the awards ceremony. You may have won one of our many draw prizes.

Prizes can be picked up at NAPA Auto Parts in Renfrew during business hours if you were a winner.

The prizes will be there until the end of March. If they are not picked up by then, they will go in the prize pool for next year.

Please check our sponsors’ list also, for without them the derby would not be the success that it is. Prize winners were: • Grant prize winner: Eddie Nicholas, 13-pound 12-ounce pike.

• Men’s 1st prize: Mark Laundreault, 8 lb. 9 Photo courtesy of Derek Mosley oz. pike; 2nd: Frank Meilleur, 7 lb. 2 oz. pike; Emma Schultz weighs in her 6lb. 12oz. pike at the Castleford Charity Fishing Derby. 3rd: Tom Stemp, 5 lb. 13 oz. pike.

Emma went on to take first place in the intermediate division. Eddie Nicholas displays his 13 lb. 12 oz. pike, winning him biggest fish. He will now get his name on the Larry Rawn Memorial trophy beside his brother Terry Nicholas, who won the derby last year.

Wolves gone in four games Steve Newman steve.newman@metroland.com

Mercury photo by Chris Riopelle

Community Living Renfrew County South enjoyed a day of ice fishing on the Ottawa River during the Castleford Charity Fishing Derby Feb. 18. From left in the front row are Kevin Ostroskie, Brittany McFarlane and Jared McFarlane; middle row, Jesse Stroud, Elizabeth McFarlane, Joanne Vincent and Sam Murray; back row, Nicole Brown, Glen McFarlane, Donna Friske-Williams, Harris Wade and Ted Williams.

NHL Alumni coming to town A hockey buff, are you? Then you’ll want to attend the Renfrew leg of the National Hockey League Alumni Tour on Sunday, March 18.

This is a chance to meet Walter Gretzky, the dad of The Great One, as well as Rick Vaive, Marty McSorley, Dennis Maruk and many more NHL alumni.

Gretzky is the special-guest coach and ambassador of the 2 p.m. game at Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre that will feature the NHL Alumni and Renfrew Minor Hockey Association allstars.

“We are very excited to showcase an exhibition game with Renfrew All Stars,” said NHL Alumni executive director Mark Napier.

“We cherish the chance to get together as alumni to play with old friends and promote the game of hockey across Ontario, all while 34

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raising money for a great cause.”

Proceeds go to the local minor hockey association. In addition to the game, the fans will be treated to a skills competition featuring the alumni players and on-ice practical jokes.

The NHL Alumni is a non-profit organization that serves as a liaison for 28 local alumni groups. With the motto of Hockey’s Greatest Family, it provides programs and assistance for retired NHL players, including career transition with the Life After Hockey Program.

The $12 tickets are available at the Ma-TeWay canteen, Benson’s Autoparts, Renfrew Recreation Centre, Utronki’s Appliances and TV Centre and Finnigan’s Road House, or from any Renfrew Minor Hockey Association executive member.

For more, check out www.nhlalumni.net.

• Women’s 1st: Mel Furniss, 6 lb. 8 oz. pike; 2nd: Meagan Lewis, 4 lb. 3 oz. pike; 3rd: Christine Latanville, 3 lb. 1 oz. pike.

• Intermediate 1st: Emma Schultz, 6 lb. 8 oz. pike; 2nd: Kyle Cox, 5 lb. 4 oz. pickerel; 3rd: Liam Forgie, 4 lb. 7 oz. pike.

• Junior 1st: Destiny Lewis, 4 lb. 12 oz. pike; 2nd: Keagan Ostroskie, 4 lb. 11 oz. pike; 3rd: Kayla Malcolm, 4 lb. 5 oz. pike; 4th: Liam O’Connor, 3 lb. 10 oz. pickerel; 5th: Maggie Humphries, 2 lb. 12 oz. pike; 6th: Mason Lynch, 2 lb. 6 oz. pike.

• A 125 cc ATV was offered as a draw prize for a junior ticket holder and the winner was Emma Schultz. The ATV was donated by Sandvik of Arnprior.

• A six-man portable ice hut with a gas ice auger and sleigh was offered as a draw prize for an adult ticket holder. The winner was Bill Lyon. The prize was donated by the Castleford Charity Fishing Derby.

Other draws were: • Musky fishing trip donated by Irish Creek Outfitters: Cody Villneff.

• Senators tickets donated by Sandvik: Ron Ferguson.

• Lap top donated by Vern and Anne Barr: Valerie Peever.

• 50-50 draw of $365: Lynn Coules.

• ATV helmets donated by B&B Buy Back: Blake Eades, Conner Sullivan, Aidan Mask and Hogan Mosley.

• Corey Scheel was the silent auction winner of a load of gravel donated by Smiths Construction.

• Noah Hein was the winner of the Community Living Draw.

The Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League season is over for the defending Valley Division champion Renfrew Timberwolves.

Wins of 5-2, 6-1 and 6-1 last week left the Arnprior Packers with a four-game sweep of their best-of-four series over Renfrew.

After a heart-breaking double-overtime loss to open the first round against the first-place Packers, things only got worse for the Wolves, especially in the second period.

“In every game, we lost the second period,” said Timberwolves head coach Tony Iob. “They’re deep. They’re like we were last year. They have some older guys. They have their muckers and their finesse.”

Renfrew also had a less-experienced team than a year ago when they had several 20-yearolds and one 21-year-old in their lineup.

Still, Iob wasn’t displeased with the effort of the overall season’s effort by Timberwolves, who looked like they might not make the playoffs. “We were up and down, but by the end of the year we came together well, but just came up short,” he concluded.

Last week’s Wednesday (Feb. 22) 5-2 loss came despite Renfrew’s peppery start to game two, in which they outshot the Packers 17-6 in a scoreless opening period.

Maxime Lamontagne scored to cut Arnprior’s lead to 2-1, but the Packers pulled away with a shorthanded goal, then an even-strength marker by Shane Smith, in the second period. His shot from centre ice took an amazing bounce and eluded Wolves netminder Richard Barr. That chased Barr from the game, as Troy Gauthier took over and held the Packers scoreless the rest of the way.

The last goal came from Renfrew’s Brett Lewandowsky with 6:57 left. Matt Couvrette made 31 saves to backstop the Packers’ win.

Game three was postponed by weather conditions, but played Saturday, as the Packers took a stranglehold in the best-of-seven series with a 6-1 win at the Nick Smith Centre.

Lewandowsky opened the scoring, at 12:06 of the opening period, before Arnprior regained the lead, in 41 seconds, with goals from Derrin Lehoux and Dan Weir in the last five minutes of the period.

The Packers then took control while outshooting the Wolves 24-9 in period two. They got goals from Casey Doner, two straight from Lehoux to complete his hat trick, and Taylor Collins, with help from Lehoux.

It was more of the same in the fourth-andfinal game of the series, at Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre, Sunday night.

SUCKOW HAT TRICK

This time it was Teddy Suckow’s turn to lead the Arnprior offence, after Renfrew opened the scoring with a Jordan Dempster goal.

Braedon Moffatt’s unassisted, shorthanded goal opened the Packers’ scoring 46 seconds into the second period. Then Suckow scored a genuine hat trick, first at 8:18, then a pair of powerplay markers at 17:40 and 18:59.

The Packers completed their five-goal second period with Jake Primeau’s marker, also on the powerplay, at 19:55.

Renfrew hurt itself with three late secondperiod penalties, for too many men on the ice, Blake Lemoine’s penalty for checking to the head, and a bench minor.

The Packers took a 6-1 lead on Ryan Eady’s first goal, and third point of the game, at 4:45, with help from Suckow and Doner.

Last season, the Wolves started slowly, but gained momentum with the hiring of a new coach, in Iob, who had played 17 seasons of pro hockey in Europe.

It was a tough act to follow, facing the Packers, who went 31 and 7, plus four ties, this season, to win the division by 20 points.

But Iob says the Timberwolves didn’t help themselves. A late-season 2-1 loss to fifthplace Stittsville could have vaulted Renfrew into third place, thus avoiding a first-round series with the Packers.

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RCI roars into county final, but no match for Crusaders Steve Newman steve.newman@metroland.com

The Renfrew Collegiate Raiders were thumped in earlier-season play against the Fellowes Falcons, but it didn’t turn out that way in the Renfrew County high school hockey championships Monday and Tuesday.

RCI reached the semifinals with a 2-1 record before beating Fellowes 3-0 to advance to the final against the Bishop’s Smiths Crusaders.

To reach the final, the Raiders defeated St. Joseph’s 2-1, MVDHS 3-0 and lost 5-4 to Opeongo.

Opeongo lost its semifinal to Bishop Smith, while the Raiders stormed into the final, on 14-year-old Dane Brumm’s second shutout of the tournament.

Tyler Kelly scored twice and Brennan Inglis once to pace the offence.

But another Pembroke team, the Crusaders, ruled the roost in the final, 6-2.

EARLIER-SEASON SUCCESS

In earlier-season play, the Raiders held the upper hand, winning a one-sided exhibition match and then captured the Crusaders’ invitational tournament in a dramatic shootout.

But this time, after the teams played to a 1-1 tie for about a period and a half, the visitors to Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre took control.

The Crusaders got help in a weird way, when Isaac Anderson flicked the puck at the RCI goal from well out and scored to give the Crusaders a 2-1 lead.

The Crusaders kept coming after that, with two goals from Adam Gale, one on a redirected shot from the blueline, and one with 26 seconds

left in the second period, for a 4-1 cushion.

“I think we got down,” said RCI captain Brady Pender, “but they (Bishop Smith) just knew what they needed to do.”

The visitors didn’t let up in the third period, sandwiching Nathan Anderson and Brayden Neville goals around RCI’s Adam Scott marker.

Late in the game, RCI’s offence came to life, but a goalpost and a pad save on a shot headed to goalie Josh Vandenbaar’s far right corner frustrated the Raiders.

Crusaders player Brett Kenny, who sat out the game because of a concussion, said he wasn’t surprised by his team’s effort.

“We were really mentally prepared. You could tell before the game, with their behaviour, that they really wanted this, with our chance to move on to EOSSA.” Mercury photo by Steve Newman

GREAT RIVALRY

Bishop Smith Crusaders forward Nathan Humuth, left, battles for puck possession with Renfrew Collegiate Institute Raiders player Jarret Latendresse. The teams were tied 1-1, Crusaders head coach Tyson Holly said RCI but the visiting Crusaders dominated the last period and a half en route to the county is a great rival that brought out the best in his high school hockey title. team, with strong goaltending and contributions by both veterans and the younger players.

“We had them in our first two games (with them) this year,” said RCI coach Scott Buffam. “but we certainly showed a lack of discipline.

A lot of our powerplays were negated when we took penalties “We were hoping to get pucks to the net, but certainly had no puck luck,” he added.

RCI has won seven of the last 12 county finals, and the nucleus to be there again next year, says Buffam.

Peter’s Putterings trivia answer Dominic Moore has been around.

He has played for the New York Rangers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Minnesota Wild, Toronto Maple Leafs. Buffalo Sabres, Florida Panthers, Montreal Canadiens, Tampa Bay Lightning and now the San Jose Sharks.

Peter’s Putterings returns next week.

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Mickey’s promotes series lead Peter Clark peter.clark@metroland.com

Mickey’s Promotions shocked leagueleading Kelly Homes in the opening game of the Renfrew Men’s Hockey League playoffs Thursday night.

Justin Riopelle scored his second goal of the night, shorthanded, with 26 seconds left to give Mickey’s game one of the best-of-three series 4-3.

Jason Smith (powerplay) and Jeff Jones (shorthanded) also scored for Mickey’s.

Tony Iob (shorthanded), Chad Mullen and

Greg Gould answered for Kelly Homes.

Steven Bowes made 25 saves for the goaltending win over Zach McIntyre.

Renfrew Pizzeria doubled Pitt Contracting 6-3 in game one of their semifinal series. Patrick Pender had two goals, and Jimmy MacMillan (1G, 2A), Mike Deslaurier (1G, 2A), Ryan McIntyre (1G, 2A) and Richard White singles.

Eric Logan added three assists and Tyler Miller the netminding win. Brad Gould had two goals and Adrian Maves one for Pitt’s.

Both series resume tonight.

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Calabogie ski racers shine Ann Lefebvre Calabogie Ski Racing Club

Mercury photos by Steve Newman

MGHA tourney action

Sarah Mount beats goalie Rachel Glofcheskie a late 1-0 lead in Madawaska Girls Hockey Association action at Arnprior’s Nick Smith Centre last Saturday. Glofcheskie’s Madawaska 2 team scored 12 seconds later in the eventual 1-1 tie.

With the race season having passed the halfway mark, Calabogie’s racers continue to let their skills on the ski hill shine. The K1 racers skied a slalom mix at Edelweiss, Que., Feb. 19.

The boys rocked their division with silver and bronze medals awarded to Sammy and Alex Duff (Pembroke). Travis Reid (Kingston) was just 44/100ths of a second shy of top 10, in 11th.

Fynn Guckes (Calabogie) completed both runs to finish a respectable 25th.

The girls pulled off some nice turning to earn solid results. Lauren Campbell-Brunke (Renfrew) carved out 16th place, with Jessica Earle (Greely) finishing 27th, Alexandra Kerr (Kemptville) right behind in 28th, Lauren Ferguson (Carp) in 30th, Jenna Wissing (Kanata) in 34th, and Emma Schreider (Kingston) in 36th.

The K2 and junior racers participated in a Super G Speed Camp at Mont St. Marie Feb. 15-18. Super G is similar to GS, in that racers must navigate around the gates, but the

gates are further apart and racers reach greater speeds. The speed camp was capped off with a race Feb. 19.

In the girls’ division, Aylen Ferguson (Carp) was 25th, Mikayla Reid (Kingston) nipping 35th and Sarah Reid (Brockville) 44th. Travis Tait (Kingston), Nicholas Dowd (Gananoque), and Christopher Pepin (Kinburn) raced in the boys’ division. Travis was 28th, while Nicholas flew to a second-place finish in his first run, but was disqualified in the second run.

On a beautiful sunny day Feb. 26, the I2 racers competed in their last regular-season race at Vorlage Battling a steep, icy slalom course, the boys skied hard with admirable results. Jack Alexander (Carp) turned on the heat to to place fourth. Sean Swayze (Braeside) was seventh, Tyler Lefebvre (Calabogie) 15th, Connor Allen (Manotick) 24th, Carson Lefebvre (Calabogie) 37th and Evan Sharma (Kingston) 42nd. Sam Alexander (Carp), Zach Wroe (Burnstown), Wesley Matthews (Calabogie), and Alex Wroe (Burnstown) all laid down one good run but difficulties on the other knocked them out of the standings.

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shutout and Carter Blimkie Renfrew’s second goaltending win.

The Peewee Wolves won games in Eganville 8-1 over Muskrat and 6-0 over Arnprior before losing 3-2 in a shootout to West Carleton.

Alex Paquette and Nicholas Fleguel had four goals and Cole Turcotte two. Singles came from Ryan Boudreau, Zach Moran, Craig Hiderman, Ben Scheuneman, Jared Burnette and Carter Bleeks. Cameron Iob earned his eighth shutout.

Zach Moran scored both goals, including a shorthanded game-winner in the third period, to lift the Peewee Wolves past Pembroke 2-1 in the first game of their four-point Up-

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Defenceman Kelsey Chaplin of the Madawaska Moose stands her ground with Kanata Coyotes attacker Alex Wardill in the midget semi-final Sunday. Hilary Stafford tends goal for the Moose, who scored a late goal to cut Kanata’s lead to 2-1. But the Coyotes rebounded quickly, with two more goals en route to a 4-1 win.

The Renfrew Bantam and Peewee Timberwolves both reached tournament finals the past couple of weekends, only to lose by a goal.

The Bantam Wolves blanked host Vankleek Hill 11-0 and defeated Alexandria 8-2 before dropping a 3-2 decision to Cornwall two weekends back.

Justin Knight-Locke had six goals, Kevin Crozier and Austin Scheuneman four, and John Pettigrew three in the tournament. Billy Karras collected a pair, and Adam Wright and Peewee Wolves affiliate Ben Scheuneman (1G, 5A) singles.

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per Ottawa Valley Hockey League semifinal series.

The Minor Midget Timberwolves rallied to tie Arnprior in dramatic fashion, with three goals in the last 1:40, in their four-point semifinal series opener. Adam Martin had two goals in the final minute, including a buzzer-beater in the 6-6 tie.

Jacob Miller chalked up his 12th shutout of 2011-12 in the Atom Wolves’ 4-0 win over Pembroke in the opening game of their semifinal series.

Thomas Barber had a hat trick and Matthew Finan a single.

The Juvenile Wolves defeated West Carleton 9-5 Saturday in the Lanark-Carleton Hockey Minor League roundrobin playoff.

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Big or small, these catches had these Renfrew fishermen smiling at the 11th annual Jamie Wright Ice Fishing Derby.

Mark Riopelle tries to hang on to his mighty catch as Jamie Brash enjoys his 2.8-pound pike.

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Jim Weatherall has just weighed in Shellsey Williamson’s 6.6-pound pike, the derby’s biggest fish.

Recoskie won the eight-inch Eskimo the ice auger and game camera.

First prize of two $100 bills went to Charles Cameron of Calabogie in a derby that had more than 50 sponsors.

Devin Leclaire took second prize, which was a free ice-fishing day with a supplied ice hut and equipment.

Win or not, participants call this a derby that’s lots of fun.

Which is what Jamie would have liked, says his mom, Mary Wright of Renfrew.

“He was a pretty avid fisherman.

“He was pretty keen,” she says with a sparkle in her eye while working in the derby kitchen.

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But many did last, including Shelley Williamson of Smiths Falls. She caught a 6.6-pound pike, in the adult category, to take home $200.

Of the 25 fish caught by adults, second biggest was Rick Quade of the Renfrew area with a 4.4-pounder.

The $700 random draw went to Vance Ostroskie of Renfrew, and Sam Resmer won $1,150 in the 50/50 draw.

Among juniors, Justin Wright, one of Jamie Wright’s nephews, was first with a three-pound pike, to win $150.

One of Jamie’s sons, Justin, had the next biggest catch, with a 1.4-pound pike.

Youngster Teegan Anderson received a plaque for hauling in the most fish, 33, while Brent Recoskie of Barry’s Bay won both random ‘hole’ draws, made by different people.

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Pedro, as he was known to many of his buddies, would have been proud of Saturday’s attendance at the 11th annual Jamie Wright Ice Fishing Derby.

Jamie Wright inherited the nickname, say family members, because he had a mustache, dark skin and looked like a Mexican.

But he was a Renfrew County boy through and through, who loved fishing and hunting and exposing youngsters to the wonders of outdoor activities.

He died when he was electrocuted in a 2001 accident just before the winter break from work. At the time he was the president of the Calabogie Fish and Game Club. Eleven years after the local fish and game club derby was named in his honour, it’s alive and well.

Weather was blustery and cold on Sat-

urday, forcing registrations down. But when compared to very healthy participation in 2011, the numbers were good.

Attendance last year was 256 adults and 75 youngsters, while this year 209 adults and 61 kids braved the elements.

The year 2009 was also strong, with 289 adults and nearly 100 youngsters, as the spirit of the derby lives on.

“High winds are the worst thing you get with fishing,” said Brian Moran, president of the host Calabogie Fish and Game Club.

“It’s just so uncomfortable. If you don’t have a hut, you can’t last ... not the kids and us old fellows ... but we can’t expect more with the weather like this.”

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RCI has the top A senior boys basketball team in eastern Ontario. RCI captured the EOSSAA title Friday afternoon at the Grant Gymnasium. In front, from left, are Chase Cotie, Waqas Khurshid, Cooper Brown and mascot Mr. Raider. Standing are coach Adam Noack, Joel Corbin, Gord Gaddess, Connor Jamieson, Abe Ellement, Jacob Crilly, Josh Hudson, TC Fraser, Liam Beattie, Bruce Cole, Mark Hibbins, assistant coach Craig Beattie and manager Brent Villamere.

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The Renfrew Collegiate Raiders are 2012 Eastern Ontario (EOSSAA) senior boys basketball champions for A schools.

In front of the home crowd in the Grant Gymnasium, the Raiders strung together a 4-and-0 record in impressive fashion at the two-day championship Thursday and Friday.

RCI topped the St. Francis Xavier Falcons of Hammond 54-43 and the Almonte Thunderbolts 68-33 to win their pool in the six-team event.

The No. 1-seed Raiders then scored a 51-40 win over the North Grenville Knights of Kemptville in the semifinal.

That sent RCI on to the final where they met SFX for a second time. The Raiders prevailed over the never-quitting Falcons 61-50 to capture RCI the EOSSAA senior boys hoops title in their first year as an A school.

The Falcons reached the final on the strength of a 43-32 win over the Tagwi Warriors of Avonmore.

Tagwi qualified for the playoff round with pool wins over North Grenville and Renfrew’s St. Joseph’s Jaguars A wildcard entry, the Jaguars were ranked fifth.

They lost 40-25 to North Grenville and

58-39 to Tagwi after being tied 33-33 in the second half.

Jacob Crilly led the Raiders offence with 17 points in the final. Josh Hudson and Joel Corbin added 13, Gord Gaddess 10 and Cooper Brown 8. Gaddess also collected 10 assists.

Crilly brought the crowd to its feet with a three-point buzzer-beater to give the Raiders a 29-17 lead at half time, and Corbin did the same with a three-point dart to close out the third quarter at 4535.

“This one’s pretty special,” Raiders coach Adam Noack said amidst his team’s boisterous celebration.

“I think it was our depth. We were able to use our bench and play through injuries. We were able to wear the other teams down over the two days.

“Winning at home was also special.

Winning in front of the alumni is something that I’ll remember for a long time.”

Coach Noack added that the threepoint buzzer-beating shots from Crilly and Corbin were also huge for the Raiders.

RCI now earns the right to represent Eastern Ontario at the Ontario (OFSAA) championship in St. Catharines this Sunday through Wednesday. It’s the first time since 1985 that an RCI senior boys

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RCI coach Adam Noack clips a piece of the netting after RCI’s EOSSAA win. basketball team will be competing at OFSAA. On the ski slopes, Louis Blimkie claimed the gold medal and Jason Fleury a silver to lead the RCI boys snowboard team to gold at EOSSAA recently held at Calabogie Peaks.

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The girls ski team earned a bronze medal.

Volleyball, Hockey The RCI junior girls volleyball team reached the semifinal at EOSSAA in Brockville. The Raiders lost a 2-1 decision to No. 3-seed Seaway Valley before rebounding with a 2-0 win over the Almonte Thunderbolts in RCI’s second best-of-three match.

The Raiders ran up against top-ranked Plantagenet in the semifinal. Plantagenet won the match en route to claiming the EOSSAA championship.

The Raider girls hockey team lost 3-2 to Bishop Smith, 3-0 to Arnprior and 4-0 to Fellowes at the Renfrew County championship Feb. 22.

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Sixteen teams attended the Renfrew Curling Club’s annual Senior Men’s Invitational Feb. 24.

Clubs from Ottawa, Kemptville, Shawville, Cobden and Deep River all enjoyed Renfrew’s hospitality, great ice, two superb games of curling and the epicurean delights of lunch from our volunteer kitchen.

The Armstrong team from Shawville and the John Maine team from Cobden went home as the two draw winners. Every team commented on how Renfrew’s ice was undoubtedly the best to play in the valley, so very special kudos to our ice-making team led by the Allen family of gentlemen from Shawville.

Twelve employees and family members from Times Fibre came out to Rookies Rock Sunday afternoon and enjoyed an hour of instruction on this “auld” sport of curling followed by a game consisting of three ends of play. Thanks to this group, Rookies Rock

was rockin’ with four sheets of ice occupied by members and non-members alike. Thanks go out to all the members who came out to help.

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The men’s and women’s club championships start this Friday. There are several men’s and four women’s teams entered.

The first men’s game is 8:30 p.m. Friday. The first ladies’ game will take place noon Saturday. This double knock-out championship format promises to be a good one, so take some time to come out and cheer on your favorite teams.

The 2012 Tim Hortons Brier also starts this weekend and will be on the big screen TV in the lounge while you watch live play on ice.

Golf coupon books are still on sale at the curling club and will remain on sale to the end of this month.

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