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READ MORE @ INSIDEOTTAWAVALLEY.COM Sherry Haaima/Metroland Emma Roach gets a ride down the aisle courtesy of Olivia Smart as Alexandra Wright gets to work packing food hampers at an event held Saturday, Dec. 15 at the Renfrew and District Food Bank. The three are among the many volunteers who turned out for the first event of its kind. earlier than expected because there was such a good turnout. Wright is pleased with the success. “Seeing the community come

together to support the Advent food collection event and making hampers Saturday was amazing. The group ranged from young to old and from active volunteers to

first timers,” he said. “Everyone just wanted to help give back and help the less fortunate in our community. I’m so proud to be a part of this caring community.”

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'DIRTY LITTLE SECRET': SEX TRAFFICKING REACHING INTO RURAL AREAS JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com Ontario's "dirty little secret" has a human face. They are the women who book local hotels for two days then move on to the next town. The females knocking on the doors of semis at truck stops. The dolled-up teens in the back of a car cruising down main street. The 12-year-old in youth court facing a shoplifting charge and vulnerable without a parent present. All of them are either exploited or about to be victimized by sex trafficking, a crime called Ontario's "dirty little secret" by Lisa MacLeod, the Ottawa area MPP who is minister responsible for women's issues. The problem has to be addressed as it's reaching a "crisis level," she said. MacLeod and Renfrew-Nip-

issing-Pembroke MPP John Yakabuski hosted a gathering of two dozen social service providers and police officers in Admaston/Bromley Dec. 14 to get advice from the front lines on ways to tackle the problem. It was agreed at the roundtable in the Victims Services of Renfrew County office on the Barr Line that a multipronged approach is needed to deter sex trafficking that is ensnaring young girls as young as 11. Health care workers, educators, municipal councils, police boards and the general public all have a role to play in spreading awareness about the problem, said MacLeod, noting she's involved the various elements of her merged ministry as well as the ministries of education, health, labour and corrections in the conversation. "Sex trafficking is a problem that's far too complex for one

John Carter/Metroland Victims Services of Renfrew County program co-oridinator Faye Cassista, left, and executive director Lisa Oegema, right, helped Ontario Children, Community and Social Services Minister Lisa MacLeod and Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP John Yakabuski organize a sex trafficking roundtable discussion at their Barr Line offices Dec. 14. person, organization or government to solve," said Yakabuski. "Collaboration is key, especially in rural communities. Everyone needs to work together - police, victim services, violence against women shelters and youth-focused organiza-

tions - to give the survivors of this terrible crime and their families every possible chance to heal and be safe." Renfrew OPP Insp. Colin Slight agreed, noting his department recently called in victims services to help when deal-

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The session heard graphic stories of abuse and exploitation and how prostitutes are treated as property. They are shipped around in circuits, setting up temporarily at hotels and truck stops before heading off to the next town before police get wind of their presence. Girls and some boys coerced into the sex trade so often end up "severely addicted and totally broken," MacLeod said. And it can "happen to anybody," including "good" kids from "good" homes, she said. "They may not want to think it happens in Renfrew, but it does," said Slight. Agreeing that's a common problem, MacLeod said that's why it's "important to have this conversation in rural areas as well ... It's my mission to bring this to the forefront." "Not many people realize how pervasive the problem is ... and that it does happen in rural areas," agreed Yakabuski.

OPP Staff Sgt. Andy Taylor, who leads an antihuman trafficking unit, said that while sex trafficking in the cities in linked to gangs, it is less organized and tied more closely to economics in small-town Ontario. Girls are lured into the sex trade as a way of escaping poverty, he said, relating the story of a girl who was talked into prostitution in return for $20 iTunes cards. "For her, that was special," Taylor said. He noted that groups in Montreal unable to service customers in the U.S. because of tightened border security are instead plying their trade up and down the Ottawa Valley. Some of the stories are "chilling," he said, noting one woman he interviewed kept referring to herself as property. It turns out she had been sold from one group to another five times. Taylor said the key in trying to extract victims from the cycle of violence is gaining their trust. But that is difficult and police need help, he said.

To assist in the fight, the provincial government is beefing up funding for rural front line agencies to increase collaboration, strengthen service delivery, improve culturally relevant supports for Indigenous women, and reduce geographic and transportation barriers, MacLeod said. She announced an extra $1.5 million in funding (including one-time $20,000 anti-sex trafficking allotment next year for Renfrew County Victims Services) to build on the current investment of $174.5 million in funding for services that address violence against women. "Where someone lives should not limit their access to services that help them begin the healing process and get their lives back on track," said MacLeod, who is also minister of children, community and social services. "It is crucial that we focus on getting the right supports in places where women need them most." MacLeod noted that police-reported rates of violence against women are

higher in small cities, towns and rural areas than in large cities. Furthermore, Indigenous women are three times more likely to be a victim of a violent crime and three times more likely to experience spousal violence than non-Indigenous women. "We know that many victims of sex trafficking are moved frequently while they are being trafficked, and that after leaving horrible circumstances, survivors may choose to return home or to move to a new location in order to feel safer," said MacLeod. "We are working to make sure that the supports they need like housing, 24-7 crisis response, peer support, trauma therapy and counselling are

available for them and their families no matter where they live." Currently survivors of sex trafficking from rural or remote communities often have to move outside of their community to access specialized services that meet their unique needs and keep them in a safe location away from their traffickers. Bernadette McCann House for Women executive director Leigh Sweeney urged MacLeod to make violence against women funding annualized to keep up with rising costs. She also appealed for "a little more flexibility." She explained that McCann House should be able to continue to use donations, such as the $10,000

raised by Calabogie women golfers, for gift cards and vouchers for clients. Phoenix Centre executive director Greg Lubimiv told the minister that it's not always about more money, but "using the money well." Frontline workers know where it is best spent, he said. Yakabuski thanked those who attended the roundtable, noting "it shows how important this is to you." MacLeod pointed out that she started her consultations in Renfrew County and Brockville, as she's "so proud of the work you're doing here" and because of the leadership role her male counterparts Yakabuski, Randy Hillier and Steve Clark have taken on the issue.

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This is the third piece in T a four-part series exploring different aspects of poverty in the Ottawa Valley, from the struggles people face to make ends meet to the services that are available to assist them across the region. During the holidays, the call for support from local food banks is bigger than ever, but the demand is strong throughout the year as many rely on them on a weekly basis. Food insecurity is just one aspect of the hidden poverty affecting individuals and families across the Ottawa Valley. The Ontario Association of Food Banks (OAFB) defines food insecurity as detectable in households with disrupted eating patterns due to insufficient income. This includes eating less than needed, skipping meals, or going a full day or longer without f food. Aside from compromising basic nutritional needs, food insecurity afffects the mental health of those in need, causing anxiety and stress while they struggle to make ends meet, contributing to a toxic environment at home.

THE ISSUE: FOOD INSECURITY IS A STRONG ASPECT OF HIDDEN POVERTY LOCAL IMPACT: FOOD BANKS IN RURAL COMMUNITIES ARE RELIED ON HEAVILY FOR THOSE WHO CANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T MAKE ENDS MEET

Local journalism makes a difference. Support us by registering at insideottawavalley.com According to a recent report from the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, many ffamilies struggling financially and experiencing ffood insecurity are facing impossible choices like whether to buy food or pay their utility bills. This nationwide issue has generated the phrase, 'heating or eating.' The health unit's report indicates the living wage in Leeds, Grenville and Lanark is $17.07, and 39 per cent of households in the area earn less. The Salvation Army ffood bank in Kemptville is just one of many that strives to support those in need in small, rural communities. Co-director Erin Wong reported that more W than 60 families rely on the ffood bank on a weekly basis. However, this number ffails to represent those who have sacrificed other resources in order to stay ffed, contributing to the invisibility of food insecurity. "One year, we were called upon by the OPP to assist in a domestic violence situation where the husband had been removed from the home just days before Christmas," Erin recalled. "Upon investigation, they realized the ffamily was quite in need." On Christmas Eve, Erin

and her husband, Calvin, who serves as the other codirector for the organization, drove out to the family's home to deliver toys and food collected through their annual Christmas Campaign. In December, the Salvation Army serves roughly 100 Christmas hampers that include all the ingredients needed for a Christmas meal, as well as two full bags of groceries to last until the food bank reopens in the new year. Erin said the hampers are picked up by people of all walks of life. Ramsay Hart, executive director of The Table Community Food Centre in Perth, said he witnesses ffood insecurity every day. "The cost of food keeps going up," he said. "Wages are not keeping pace, social assistance rates have not been keeping pace ... It's really quite shocking what people on social assistance are expected to live on." Hart reported that more than 500 children are serviced through The Table's food bank every month. This problem has prompted child poverty to become the face of the organization's fall fundraising drive. But food insecurity doesn't just affect children and young families. The OAFB's 2018 Hunger Report calls senior

Paulina Hrebacka/Metroland Above: Erin Wong, co-director of the Salvation Army food bank in Kemptville selects ingredients off the shelves that will be provided to local families in need at Christmas time. Wong reported that more than 60 families rely on the food bank on a weekly basis, and about 100 are provided with all the ingredients needed for a Christmas meal; Right: This infographic presents some statistics on local food insecurity affecting Leeds, Grenville and Lanark counties. The data is provided by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit on an annual basis. hunger in Ontario "a looming crisis," as identified through their national Hunger Count Survey. The survey also found that last year, 501,590 people used a food bank in Ontario, and the number of senior citizens grew by 10 per cent - nearly three times faster than the general population. "It's more visible at Christmas time, but I'm

Courtesy of Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit afraid there is a lot more hidden poverty here than we are aware of," said Erin. "Not everyone knows Metroland Media highlights food about the range of local insecurity as many food banks in services available, but we small, rural communities reach are here to help without out for support during the judgment." holiday season, because the need increases with the cold Next week we wrap up weather, when many have to pay the series with a look at more to heat their homes and the services available to have to stretch their budget to those in need throughout make ends meet and stay fed. the Ottawa Valley.

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ENSURING PUBLIC SAFETY MAIN GOAL FOR NEW RENFREW FIRE CHIEF Renfrew's new fire chief Kevin Welsh is focused on the future, not the controversy of the past, as he prepares to take over as head of the town's fire department. The fire service platoon chief from Kingston was confirmed as fire chief by a unanimous council vote Dec. 11. He assumes the position Jan. 7. Asked why he applied for job, he said: "Renfrew is an amazing community that's in its growing phases with a well-established fire department that has the opportunity to grow with the community and I'm looking forward to be part of the team that leads that." Welsh said it is not his place to comment on the contentious departure of former fire chief Guy Longtin after council decided in May that Renfrew firefighters should retire at age 60. Instead he is concentrating his efforts on ensuring the citizens of Renfrew are "safe, well-protected and well-educated on fire safety." Renfrew residents should be able to "lay their heads on their pillows at night knowing they are safe," he told council. Welsh and his wife, Corinna, who are in the process of moving to Renfrew, attended the council session after meeting with firefighters at the fire hall. Close to 20 members of the fire department showed up at the council meeting, a fact noted with pleasure by Welsh and councillors. "I'm honoured and privileged to have them here tonight," Welsh said. Noting the majority of the fire department was in attendance to welcome him to

Renfrew, Coun. Tom Sidney applauded the show of unity and support. "We're looking forward to the department transitioning to a new normal ... and taking advantage of his wealth of knowledge for the benefit of Renfrew," he added. Telling Welsh he has inherited "a great group of guys," Mayor Don Eady said, "I think we will have a really strong fire department." In welcoming Welsh to Renfrew, firefighter Garrett Stephenson said acting fire chief Tim Hill and the department was able to step up and do an excellent job after losing their last chief. However, it was a "trying time," so they are looking forward to Welsh's leadership as they move forward "to make the community a better place." Welsh responded that the firefighters would not be working for him, but rather with him, "together as a team." He said he has a lot to learn about how the

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preparedness plan and involvement in simulated and tabletop exercises makes him well suited for the role. Evaluating a community's risk assessment should be the duty of all fire chiefs, he noted. "My goal is to make this community is as safe as possible." Prior to the vote confirming Welsh's appointment, Reeve Peter Emon detailed the hiring process that attracted 26 applicants. While the three final shortlisted candidates were all worthy, Welsh stood out, he said. "He and his wife will be valuable additions to the community." Emon also offered the community's gratitude to acting chief Hill and his firefighters for "working diligently and co-operatively" for the past seven months to maintain a high level of fire safety and services in town. Hill "acted admirably" under pressure after being suddenly thrust into the role, Emon noted.

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department functions and is looking forward to creating relationships with the town's senior managers and council, as well as a bond with the firefighters. When asked his age, as Renfrew council decreed earlier this year the town's fire chief should retire at 60, Welsh said he has time to give the town a solid run in the job. "I'm not going anywhere in the new future." He said he and Corinna are used to small town living as they reside in Napanee and he grew up in Bowmanville when it was still rural in nature. Both have histories of extensive community involvement. A graduate of the Ontario Fire College, Welsh has 28 years of fire service experience, the past 24 with Kingston Fire and Rescue. As well as fire chief, he will become Renfrew's Community Emergency Management Co-ordinator. He said his education and experience working on Kingston's emergency

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NEW RENFREW FIRE CHIEF HAS NEW RENFREW FIRE CHIEF 'BREAKTHROUGH' ACTOR IN THE FAMILY CONGRATULATED BY PREDECESSOR JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com When Canadian actor Victor Zinck Jr. was cast as a firefighter in the new movie Breakthrough, he had the perfect model on which to base his performance: Renfrew's new fire chief. Zinck is the stepson of Kevin Welsh, who takes over as Renfrew fire chief Jan. 7. The 33-year-old actor plays firefighter Joe Morrow, who helps retrieve a 14-year-old boy after he falls through the ice and drowns. The boy then miraculously recovers in hospital. The 20th Century Fox film, based on a true story, is scheduled to open in theatres in Easter. Shot in Winnipeg, it also stars Chrissy Metz from the hit television show This Is Us, Josh Lucas from Sweet Home Alabama and Mike

Imdb photo Victor Zinck Jr.: plays firefighter in Breakthrough. Colter of Luke Cage, who plays Zinck's firefighting partner. Corinna Welsh said her son grew up in Kingston, where Kevin served in the city's fire and rescue department for 24 years. Now based in Vancouver, he has

been an actor for 11 years, she noted. Zinck has acted in several television shows, including Motive, The 100, Smallville, Supergirl and Timeless. He has also appeared in several Hallmark movies, such as Love on the Sidelines, The Christmas Cottage, Frozen in Love and The Sweetest Heart. In Breakthrough, Zinck and Coulter go into the icy water to recover the body of a teenager who fell through 15 minutes earlier. As his stepfather is trained in ice/water rescue, it likely Zinck gave a head start when researching the role. Corinna is optimistic her son will be able to take some time out of his busy schedule to visit them once they are settled in Renfrew. For more on Zinck Jr.'s career, visit www.imdb.com.

JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com Guy Longtin isn't happy with his forced sudden departure as Renfrew fire chief in May, but he bears no illwill to his successor. In a posting on the Renfrew Mercury's Facebook page, Longtin and his wife Lana congratulated new Fire Chief Kevin Welsh on his appointment. "I can personally say that Chief Welsh will be leading the best fire department in the Ottawa Valley and will have the honour of working with the finest group of firefighters around," wrote Longtin. The Longtins also welcomed the Welsh family to town. Noting he was warmly welcomed to Renfrew when becoming fire chief in 1992, he said, "I know that they will thoroughly enjoy our community, and will be proud to call it their home."

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File photo Former Renfrew fire chief Guy Longtin has congratulated Kevin Welsh for being appointed to the position. As for his legal suit in reaction to his forced abrupt departure, when council passed a motion forcing the town's firefighters to retire at age 60, Longtin said it is in a holding pattern. The mediation and examination for discovery are done, so "we

sit and wait for a court date," he said. While it will be his first Christmas in many years that he won't have to worry about his pager going off, Longtin says he misses working at the fire hall. "It's in my blood. It was my career," he said.

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Tim Hortons, J & J’s Chocolate Sensations, and the RVH dietary and maintenance staff. Every contribution, big or small, helps us in our mission to make a real difference to the lives of patients and their families with quality care close to home.” Kemp introduced the guests of honour for this year’s lighting, Karen and Ann Marie Crozier. Both ladies have had life-long connections to the hospital and attested to the caring and compassion, kindness and respect they and their love ones encountered during the recent loss of their husbands. “The care and compassion shown to all patients and families is beyond belief,” said Karen. “We can all vouch for the care offered at RVH,” added Ann Marie.

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The RVH Foundation’s annual Tree of Lights celebration is a longstanding community tradition and a kickoff to the holiday season in Renfrew and area. It’s also provides an opportunity for the Foundation to thank the community for its ongoing support. “I would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you—and those who are not able to attend this evening—for your wonderful support and dedication to RVH throughout the year. We have been humbled by your continued trust in us,” said Foundation Board member Sheila Kemp. Sarah Robinson, RVH Foundation Executive Director recognized those who lent a helping hand to make the evening a success. “Thank you to the local businesses and individuals who helped with this year’s TOL celebration, including myFM,

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It's about trust. Our relationship with our readers is built on transparency, honesty and integrity. As such, we have launched a trust initiative to tell you who we are and how and why we do what we do. This article is part of that project. I'm confident that I speak for all my colleagues on Metroland's Ottawa Valley team when I say that as journalists, we are here because of a passion to tell the stories that matter to a community. To bring attention to important local issues and help people feel more connected to one another. As the newest member of our editorial team, It's been incredible to witness the real, tangible impact that many of my colleagues' stories have had. In September, a tornado touched down in Calabogie, causing extensive destruction in that community. Yet were it not for John Carter, veteran Ottawa Valley journalist and current Renfrew Mercury reporter, no one outside of the area would ever have known. The rest of the media - both local and national - was solely focused on the two tornadoes that touched down in Ottawa. It's likely that John's many interviews and photos led Environment Canada to investigate the incident further,

and conclude (days after the first two tornadoes were declared) that it was, in fact, a tornado and not just a bad storm. In March, Karen Bell of Beckwith Township sat down with Canadian-Gazette reporter Tara Gesner, and made a public plea for a kidney donor. She told her story of living with primary biliary cholangitis, the result of the immune system attacking the liver, damaging the bile ducts. A transplant was her only hope at survival. As a result of this story, Carleton Place resident Alana Long answered Bell's plea and on April 18, gave 60 per cent of her liver to Bell. Two years ago, a flea market burned down just outside of Smiths Falls, resulting in water contamination on multiple properties that is still affecting residents today. Record News reporter Evelyn Harford was the first to report on this issue, and she has worked tirelessly over the last two years to tell the stories of those affected and keep the issue top of mind for stake holders in a position to do something about it. Having the ability to do what we love for a living reporting, writing, telling stories - is special in its own right, yet seeing the work that we do have a meaningful, positive impact on those in the community is truly the greatest reward. We welcome your questions and value your comments. Email our trust committee at trust@metroland.com. Hollie Pratt is the digital editor for Metroland East. She can be reached at hpratt-campbell@metroland.com.

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This letter is written in response to articles and letters to the editor which have appeared in the last four issues of the Renfrew Mercury on the topic of community journalism. Like Doug Miller (Dec. 6), and many others in our community, I, too, am saddened by the lack of local content in our beloved Renfrew Mercury in recent years. Renfrew is a quiet, friendly town, with a strong tradition, but much happens in the daily lives of its citizens to make it so. The reporting on these daily activities is deeply missed. This is in no way a reflection of the caring, hard-working skeletal staff charged with the responsibility of putting the paper together each week. They do everything they can to wisely use the space they are allotted. Yet, they are forced to make hard decisions to eliminate con-

tent that readers want in their paper. I recognize that several factors have contributed to the decline of content in the paper, two of which include reduced advertising revenue, and the trend toward digital delivery of news. Saira Peesker, a Metroland Media Reporter for the Greater Toronto Area, stated in her Nov. 22 Renfrew Mercury article "Local News Needs Support More Than Ever," that as baby boomers die out, demand for big print will die away as well. It seems as though there is an expectation for us to get our news from the World Wide Web. I urge the owners to rethink their approach. In the 2016 census for the Town of Renfrew, 3,680 citizens out of a population of 8,152 were over the age of 55. This means that a whopping 45 per cent of our citizens are of baby boomer age or older. That accounts for a lot of readers and a lot of purchasing power. In addition, many of these individuals have not moved into

digital delivery of the news. We want news in print form. Though we will eventually all "die out" as Ms. Peesker writes, barring some catastrophic event, there will be no immediate demise. As such, Metroland Media would do well to connect with this demographic (as suggested by Michael Laverty in his letter to the editor on Dec. 13). Metroland Media needs to hear what news is important to its readers, and be willing to provide this news in print form. Only then will one see the trust and support return for our local paper. I am certain that advertisers would be happy for this renewed connectivity as they want to see their paid messages read as well. Our newspaper can thrive again. I call on Metroland Media to live up to its mission statement "connecting people to local news." The community awaits a response.

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PREJUDICE ONCE AGAIN RAISES ITS UGLY HEAD RUNTZ LOOKS AT GOVERNMENT PROPOSAL TO TAKE CORMORANTS OFF THE PROTECTED SPECIES MICHAEL RUNTZ Column

certainly have negative effects on their population and on the ecosystem they are part of. More alarming is the thought that this bill could open the door for similar treatment of other native species. Jan. 3 is the deadline for commenting on this proposal. Please do so by visiting https://ero.ontario.ca/ notice/013-4124. The Pakenham-Arnprior Christmas Bird Count is taking place on Boxing Day. If you are in the Arnprior/ Pakenham/Galetta area and would like to participate, please contact me at mruntz@start.ca. Michael Runtz is a longtime columnist who teaches natural history and ornithology at Carleton University. He has worked as a naturalist in provincial and national parks, hosted the television series Wild by Nature, and has written 12 books on natural history topics.

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We have always treated certain animals with great reverence. Because of their blinding speed when stooping to make a kill, peregrine falcons have been held in high esteem. Due to its impressive size and fearless gaze, the bald eagle was chosen to represent one of the most powerful countries in the world. Other animals generated very different emotions in our species. Wolves were mercilessly persecuted with guns, traps, snares, and even poison. Why? Because they killed "desirable" species such as deer and moose. Presently, we afford protection to species on the brink of extinction but sadly continue to treat other species with near disdain. Unless they reside in parks, coyotes receive virtually no protection. In most of southern Ontario hunters can legally go in groups and shoot coyotes without any restriction on the number they kill. Community "hunts" are legal, with prizes sometimes being offered for the largest coyote or the greatest number killed. Even more unsettling is that these slaughters are sometimes promoted as family events. Yet, "desirable" species such as whitetailed deer and wild turkey can only be hunted during defined seasons with strict limits placed on the numbers harvested. Today a new "undesirable" has been added to the list. Double-crested cormorants are native, fish-eating birds that, after having their numbers decimated by DDT poisoning, have gone through a population explosion. This has aroused concern in commercial fishermen who, on occasion, have gone to cormorant colonies and

smashed the birds' eggs or oiled them to prevent them from hatching. Government-sanctioned culls have occurred in some regions, including Presqu'ile Provincial Park. But do cormorants negatively affect commercial fisheries, the reason given for their dislike? Recently, researchers have found that nearly 90 per cent of the cormorants' diet contained invasive, non-native fish, notably alewife, round goby, and white perch. If anything, cormorants are eating species that compete with native fish for resources. Our government is proposing taking cormorants off the protected species list. Bill EBR 013-4124, now available for public comment, is draconian. It

would allow cormorants to be killed from March 15 to Dec. 31, each hunter legally possessing 50 cormorants per day. It is currently illegal to let a harvested animal spoil, but this proposal exempts cormorant hunters from that regulation. The pollution and potential disease that would arise from countless thousands of rotting cormorant carcasses is unimaginable. Because EBR 013-4124 would allow shooting from stationary boats, plastic shotgun shells and their shot would pollute our waters. And what about the baby cormorants left starving in their colonies? I find this proposal unconscionable. A little more than a century ago, passenger pigeons were the most abundant birds on this continent. Unregulated hunting resulted in their complete extinction. While EBR 0134124 may not bring about the extinction of doublecrested cormorants, it will

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Newly elected Greater Madawaska Mayor Brian Hunt has pledged that council will operate in an atmosphere of respect and openness as it puts its own stamp on the township. "Council and staff will treat everyone with respect and in turn will expect to be treated in a similar manner," Hunt said in his inaugural address. "Council will make decisions for the right reasons, not for political ones." Council newcomers Lucie Perrier and Chuck Rigelhof in Ward 1 (Calabogie) and John Frost in Ward 2 (Dacre-Centennial Lake) were sworn into office at the inaugural meeting Dec. 1. Returning Ward 3 (Griffith-Matawatchan) Coun. Glen MacPherson was sworn in Nov. 22. "We have heard loud and clear the priorities for this council," said Hunt,

File photo Greater Madawaska Mayor Brian Hunt gave his inaugural address Dec. 1 in the Calabogie Community Centre. who served two terms as councillor before being elected mayor. Therefore, in its first few weeks council will be tasked to look at each member's election platforms and see how they align with those priorities and the township's

strategic plan, he said. Revisions to the strategic plan may be necessary for council to "establish a path to achieve these desired goals," he said. "We promise commitment to the oath we have sworn today. We will spend your tax dollars wisely and we will always remember what makes Greater Madawaska a special place to live, visit and play," he added. Hunt, who served on the township finance committee prior to being elected to council, stressed the importance of a strong committee system with both council and community representation. The committee structure is the "backbone of most rural municipalities," he said. "Committees bring together talented, well-connected people, who are anxious to volunteer their time, to help their community thrive and become more vibrant.

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"Council involvement in committees is crucial, and we, the council representatives, must always lead by example." Hunt thanked the community members who served on committees over the last four years. "Your service to the community is essential and very much appreciated," he said. He also expressed appreciation for all the time and effort the last council put in fulfilling its mandate. "Unless you have been on council it is hard to appreciate the effort required and the soulsearching that is done to do the job properly and responsibly," he said in thanking outgoing members Glenda McKay, Wayne Fraser and Harold Murphy "for a job well done." As well as congratulating the four others successfully elected to council Oct. 22, Hunt thanked all those who ran, noting "they showed a true passion for their community and a strong desire to serve." Saying it is "an honour to serve as mayor of this great municipality," he added, "I believe we have a strong team, dedicated, enthusiastic and eager to make council and the committees work for the betterment of the township." Among the many attending the inaugural meeting at the Calabogie Community Centre were Renfrew County warden Jennifer Murphy, Hannah Holley, who led in the singing of O Canada, Rev. William Griffith, who gave the opening prayer, and Hunt's wife Patricia, his children and grandchildren. Hunt thanked Murphy for recognizing the volunteer work of Calabogie resident Marie Buscomb with the Warden's Community Service Award. Council members gathered for a full-day orientation session Dec. 3 that included a presentation by its integrity commissioner, Guy Giorno. Council's first regular meeting was set for Dec. 17 where councillors were scheduled to view the draft 2019 budget and likely decide not to opt out of allowing cannabis outlets in the township.

RENFREW COUNTY COUNCIL PAY BOOST VOTE DELAYED TO JANUARY JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com Renfrew County council has moderated a recommended pay increase for the warden, but not for councillors. While the final decision will be made in the new year, it's likely the pay increase approved for the warden will be substantially less than the 30 per cent range recommended by an independent panel. The council remuneration panel had suggested in a report received by county council in September that the warden's stipend rise from $58,366 to $75,876. However, after mulling over the report for a month, a majority of councillors agreed to drop that to $63,000. However, they agreed that the recommended boost in councillors' salary from $10,612 to $13,796 be retained. The new salaries would be effective Jan. 1. Council also replaced a proposal that would have upped the salaries for all county councillors, including the warden, by $1,000 a year for 2020, 2021 and 2022 with a cost-of-living adjustment. Because the council is in a "lame duck" position with six newcomers taking over in December, it had to hold off on voting on the increase until its January meeting. Council will also vote on a recommendation to establish another volunteer committee in early 2020 to again review council remuneration.

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MAIN STREET PRESENCE BOOSTS RENFREW HOME SUPPORT VISIBILITY JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com Having a storefront on main street in Renfrew will go a long way in ensuring the community knows about the many services provided by Renfrew and Area Seniors' Home Support. Being next door to the Golden Age Activity Centre is an added bonus. Now that it's been settled into its quarters at 214 Raglan St. S. for almost a year, Home Support celebrated its new premises with an open house Nov. 14. Present and past Home Support staff, directors and supporters gathered to tour the roomy quarters from which a variety of services are dispensed to close to 1,000 people each year. Having the added visibility "lets people know we're here to help," said Home Support executive director Judy Ewart. "Being side-by-side with the Golden Age centre will help ensure seniors' needs are being met in Renfrew and area." Chris Cobus, who served as Home Support executive direc-

tor for two decades in its formative years, said it is "wonderful" for the service that has served thousands of people to be on main street and next to the Golden Age centre. Former board chair Joe Gauthier reminisced about the beginnings of the organization more than 30 years ago at a meeting in St. Paul's Anglican Church and the longtime "cosy office" off Raglan Street. While there were challenges, "we've accomplished a lot ... by working together, doing it one step at a time," said former longtime board chair Carol Ann Simson. She thanked staff, board members and volunteers "for all you have done" and the community and local politicians for their support. Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MP Cheryl Gallant praised the organization for its "good work" and new location where it can share "services and fun" with the Golden Age centre. "Main street is a great place to be," she said. In wishing Home Support continued success, McNab-

John Carter/Metroland Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MP Cheryl Gallant cuts the ribbon at the long-awaited grand opening of Renfrew and Area Seniors' Home Support's main street premises with the help of executive director Judy Ewart. Among those behind them are board president Dave Bennett, Renfrew Coun. Andrew Evans, financial officer Lesley Barr, treasurer Jack Ledger, board member Glen Garvie, administrative assistant Susan McGregor, former board chair Carol Ann Simson, long-time Horton rep Bob Johnston, program support assistant Rae Ann Dagenais, Fay O'Reily of the Golden Age Activity Centre and former executive director Chris Cobus. Braeside Mayor Tom Peckett said after years of the focus being on youth and recreation services, "it is time seniors get a lit-

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tle bit ... it's our time now." Calling it a "momentous day," Renfrew Coun. Andrew Evans said the new premises are "a fan-

tastic place to be." Home Support in a non-profit charitable organization helping seniors and adults with disabilities in Renfrew and surrounding townships maintain their independence and stay in their homes as long as possible. Services range from transportation and friendly visiting to grocery deliveries and income tax assistance. CHRISTMAS EVENTS The organization hosts several fundraisers and special events annually. The Home Support Christmas luncheon will be held Dec. 6 at noon in Trinity-St. Andrew's United Church with Ray Kohlsmith and Friends providing the entertainment. Tickets ($15) are available at the Home Support office and Aikenhead's. Home Support's final festive event is an office bake sale Dec. 13, featuring the Christmas raffle draw at 4 p.m. The three prizes, thanks to generous donations from local merchants, are worth $1,400, $800 and $400. For more on home support, visit renfrewhomesupport.ca.

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RENFREW FIRE DEPARTMENT BOOT DRIVE TRADITION CONTINUES SHERRY HAAIMA sherr y.haaima@metroland.com On Dec. 1, the Renfrew firefighters headed to the Renfrew Santa Claus parade route with boots in hand. It has been a tradition for many years. Townsfolk young and old graciously fill the fire boots, knowing it will be going to a great cause. This year, as in the past, all proceeds from the Renfrew Santa Parade boot drive were donated to the Renfrew and Area Snowsuit Fund. This charity through donations - purchases snowsuits, boots, hats and gloves, for children in the Renfrew area who may not have warm clothing to go out and enjoy our great Canadian winter. The Renfrew firefighters accepted a truly generous donation of $500 from the congregation of St Paul's Anglican Church in Renfrew. With the donation from the church and the parade boot drive, the Renfrew Firefighter's Association was proud to present a cheque for $2,659 to Jack Collins, co-ordinator of the

Renfrew Snowsuit Fund. Collins was thankful for the donation, and all the assistance Renfrew firefighters have given over the past many years. There are over 100 children in need of warm winter clothing, so the money will immediately be put to good use. The Renfrew Fire Department would like to thank all those who donated to the boot drive this year and in the years past. They would also like to express their appreciation to the community at St. Paul's Anglican Church for their kind donation.

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IN SCHNITZEL VALLEY, RENFREW'S ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOUSE IS TOPS DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@ metroland.com Until recently, someone new to the Upper Ottawa Valley could travel from the edge of Renfrew to beyond Barry's Bay and pick from at least three restaurants specializing in schnitzel. Yet no doubledoubles; not a Tim Hortons along the way. There would be a good chance they hadn't heard of schnitzel; veal or other light meat pounded thin, coated in bread crumbs and fried. Soon after they would likely learn about the many culinary (and beyond) contributions Polish-Canadians have made to the valley. But let's stick to the schnitzel. One was recently placed in front of me and there is so much to say. The Rocky Mountain

House in Renfrew is something of an institution. Considered the largest restaurant in the county, if the huge meal portions do you in there is always the attached motel to sleep it off. Together with the Crown & Kilt Pub, a live music hub, the whole place is like an entertainment ecosystem. I ordered the schnitzel with fried onions, because I've had the one with creamy mushroom sauce before and realized - at the moment of studying the menu - that I've never had fried onions before. It struck me as peculiar. I've had fish-eye salad in Shanghai and swilled larva-laced mescal in Mexico, but not fried onions. Huh. As mentioned before, I'm given to spontaneous clapping when a lunch meal comes in two courses. Under-the-table clapping

welcomed the cereal-bowlful of coleslaw accompanied by a warm bun. The slaw wasn't soaked in watery cream sauce as on offer elsewhere. It has a tangy vinaigrette wetting the crunchy and cool vegetables. The main is an absurdly thin slice of pork coated in golden crisp. Taking up half the plate, it is almost the size of a kid's ball mitt. The schnitzel was moist paired well with the fried onions (note to self: attempt to make fried onions at home). Luckily I didn't polish off the coleslaw early. It is a perfect palate cleanser, permitting you to dive back into the mitt. The mashed potatoes were fluffy and lump-free. The carrots and corn, unfortunately, didn't belong on the same plate. They had all the flavour of canned versions. However,

Derek Dunn/Metroland Renfrew's Rocky Mountain House delivers on the promise of a fine schnitzel. Add in the chalet feel and friendly atmosphere and this place is even better than that more famous schnitzel spot in Wilno. the gravy is a pleasant surprise. It packs a ton of flavour, to the point I almost asked for a to-go cup of it to sip on the road. There will be those who feel the need to compare and contrast Rocky Mountain's schnitzel with the Granary's in Eganville or even the Wilno Tavern. The

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RENFREW PARAMEDICS COLLECT TOYS, FOOD FOR CHRISTMAS CAMPAIGNS JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com Once again Renfrew County paramedics have provided a big boost to two local Christmas charity campaigns. The paramedics volunteered their time for nine hours to hold the eighth annual Christmas toy and food drive in front of the Renfrew Walmart on Dec. 8. Thanks to a supportive public, the paramedics collected about 400 food items, 238 toys and $1,500 in cash. The toys went to the Salvation Army for its Christmas Hamper program, the food to the Renfrew and District Food Bank and the money was split 50/50 between the two. It will all go to helping families, especially children, living under the poverty line have a merrier Christmas. "The response was great," said paramedic Steve Osipenko.

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RENFREW PIZZERIA FOOD BANK CHALLENGE CONTINUES SHERRY HAAIMA sherr y.haaima@metroland.com It's a community challenge that's become a Christmas tradition. Don and Julie Rodgers of Renfrew Pizzeria, along with Eady Insurance, came up with the goods to provide 10 local families with a traditional Christmas dinner. Don, who's been doing this good deed for more than eight years, challenges other businesses and individuals to do their part in contributing to the less fortunate. "Everybody deserves to sit down and have a good Christmas meal," he said. The recent presentation to the Renfrew and District Food Bank caps off a generous year for the pizza business, winners of the Renfrew Chamber of Commerce's 2018 Outstanding Business Achievement Award. Not only did the Rodgers spon-

Sherry Haaima/Metroland Renfrew Pizzeria owners Don and Julie Rodgers, right, join Eady Insurance's Shelley Fishenden to present Renfrew food bank representative Brian Haley with the makings of 10 Christmas dinners. sor teams and events all year, but a special project this summer netted a big donation for the food bank. "For the month of August we matched each large and extralarge pizza with a non-perishable item and donated more than 700 items to the food bank in their hour of need," said Don.

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2018 has been a very busy and challenging year for VAR. We have seen a huge increase in the need for all our programs and services. Through our Seniors and Families in Need Program we have had several life saving, emergency surgeries done this year; some that came to us in the very last minute. We have also expanded out efforts to assist local food banks and those they serve with regular donations of pet food. Our volunteers have delivered thousands of pounds of pet food to the Renfrew, Calabogie, and Eganville food banks this year. We continue to work with stray and feral cat colonies in local communities where we provide spay/neuter surgery, vaccination and ongoing support with food and medical care for the life of the colonies. This is a daunting and expensive task with no end in sight. Sadly, several animals have been surrendered into our care by owners no longer able to care for them. Due to the high standard of care we provide to all animals that pass through our doors, our medical expenses are ever increasing. All the work we do is funded by donations from individuals, local businesses and organizations and our own fundraising efforts. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our amazing fosters and volunteers, the local businesses and organizations that support us, individuals that donate their time and money, and the local media-you are the reason for all our achievements. We will continue to use that support to provide a high standard of care to all animals in need in 2019 and beyond. Seasons Greetings! Thanks for supporting Valley Animal Rescue! Donations can be made by email transfer to valleyanimalrescue@hotmail.com alle or through Canada Helps. Please send any inquiries to valleyanimalrescue@hotmail.com

Mark Valliquette photo Students faced off versus teachers for the annual St. Joseph's High School Baskets for the Bank game.

BASKETS FOR THE BANK NETS DIVIDENDS FOR THE RENFREW FOOD BANK On Friday, Dec. 7 the students of St. Joseph's High School came together in a very helpful way. Every student attended the Baskets for the Bank annual teachers versus students bas-

ketball game with the price of admission being $2 or two items of food for the Renfrew food bank. "As a school community we were able to raise $1,312 plus many boxes of food for the Ren-

frew and Area Food Bank," said teacher Mark Valliquette. "The senior students were able to sneak away with a close with at 59-53 win, but in the end everyone won with the generosity the students displayed."

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John Carter/Metroland Salvation Army Lt. Cathy Shears, left, and family services worker Jane Forrest with some of the many toys donated for the Christmas Cheer campaign. In front are some of the knitted mittens, hats, scarves and socks collected by Renfrew's Beta Sigma Phi on their mitten trees at Renfrew banks.

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SALVATION ARMY DELIGHTED WITH CHRISTMAS GIFT DONATIONS JOHN CARTER john.car ter@ metroland.com "Renfrew is such a generous community." So said Renfrew Salvation Army family services worker Jane Forrest Dec. 10 as she surveyed a mountain of toys donated for the organization's annual Christmas Cheer program. Forrest and Salvation Army Lt. Cathy Shears were busy sorting the donations in the basement of the church in anticipation of giving them out to needy families. And with Renfrew's child poverty rate tops in the county, the need is definitely there. Forrest estimated that

the Salvation Army will be helping at least 60 families at Christmas, about the same number as last year. That along with the assistance provided by the Renfrew and District Food Bank and initiatives such as the angel program run by Family and Children's Services will go a long way to making Christmas brighter for those going through tough times. Families eligible for assistance from the Salvation Army Renfrew office come from the town and surrounding areas, including Calabogie, Burnstown, Douglas and Eganville. Forrest has been taking applications all week (Dec. 10-14) 1-4 p.m. at the Salvation Army Church (to book an

appointment, call 613-4339785). This year she's able to give out suitable gifts to qualified recipients right away, so they can go home and wrap them for under the tree. The amount of donations has once again been "excellent," she said. "We're very pleased with the response." Some donors have adopted a whole family to sponsor, while others support angel trees at places such as Walmart and Metro. The Christmas campaign focuses on collecting gifts for children up to 12 years of age, but won't turn away items for older children. Cash donations are also gratefully accepted at the donation kettle set up at Walmart.

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TSA/Submitted In November, Trinity St. Andrew's United Church (TSA) Thrift Shop volunteer Jackie Hollingworth presented a cheque for $1,200 to Tom Sidney, the manager of The Robbie Dean Centre. Each quarter a portion of the net sales of the Thrift Shop is given back to a not for profit community agency. Sidney explained that the centre is funded solely by donations and is a free mental health service offering counselling and intervention throughout Renfrew County. There is a walk-in clinic that happens at TSA United Church every Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. The TSA Thrift Shop (corner of Plaunt and Quarry) sells clothing, books and small household goods at affordable prices.

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TIM HORTONS RAISES MORE THAN $15,000 FOR HOSPICE RENFREW SHERRY HAAIMA sherr y.haaima@ metroland.com Sandi Bennett/Submitted The Grade 5/6 class at Central Public School raised $1,500 for Hospice Renfrew with a Christmas planter project.

STUDENT SUPPORT FOR HOSPICE RENFREW FIRMLY PLANTED It's a classroom fundraiser that received overwhelming community support. "The Grade 5/6 class at Central Public School decided we would make Christmas planters for the hospice. In a short 12 hours we had over 80 orders. We thought we would get 20 to 30," said teacher Sandi Bennet.

That's when the community stepped in. "We would never have been able to fill our orders if we would not have had super community support. We would really like to thank our families, friends and staff at Central who donated decorations. Carrie, Melissa and Scotlyn MacMillan and Janice Forgie for their creativity, Ray's Flowers for their pot donations, Peter Whalen, Bruce Bennett and John O'Nanski for the greenery and finally John O'Nanski, Chris Osborne, and B R Fulton's Sand Gravel and Concrete for the gravel for our pots." The planter project allowed the class to hand over an impressive $1,500 to Hospice Renfrew.

It's a fundraiser that certainly has Hospice Renfrew officials smiling. "This year Tim Hortons was very happy to partner with Hospice Renfrew for the Smile Cookie campaign. Hospice Renfrew is such an important part of our community and being able to contribute to their fundraising efforts is truly a feel-good story for us and the entire community," said Tim Hortons Renfrew manager Richard Dean. "Our greatest asset as a brand, in my opinion, in Renfrew and all communities in Canada is our desire,

Hospice Renfrew/Submitted From left are Judy Cobus - Hospice Renfrew's acting executive director; and, from Tim Hortons - Bonnie Carty (also a Hospice Renfrew volunteer), Benita Deacon, Kim Ellis, Richard Dean, Evin Baker and Donald Carty. ability and commitment to give back to our communities." There was overwhelming community support for the initiative. "I can't thank the people of Renfrew and the surrounding area enough for all their support through this record-breaking campaign and every day throughout the year. Your continued support allows us to continue these programs," said Dean. "I want to thank our staff, managers and volunteers that baked, decorated, bagged

and sold over 11,000 cookies. This, coupled with coffee truck sales at the Renfrew Fair and a few other donations, gave us a record-breaking grand total of $15,002.10." Tim Hortons is proud to be partnered with hospice, Dean added. "We thank each and every staff and volunteer at hospice for what they do every day," he said. "We hope to break this record again next year when we partner with Renfrew Collegiate Institute's Relay for Life campaign."

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HELP TACKLE POVERTY, RENFREW COUNTY TEACHERS URGE Four Renfrew County Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario union locals have donated $1,000 to the Renfrew County Child Poverty Action Network "in an effort to foster a climate of social justice in Ontario." CPAN is a grassroots action-oriented network of kind and caring community members that works using a threepronged approach: offering practical assistance, advocating for change and educating others about poverty. Its work to support children-in-need in Renfrew County is well aligned with ETFO education professionals who provide leadership in anti-poverty, nonviolence and equity within schools, communities and society. "As teachers we see the effects of poverty every day with our students," said Jamieson Dyer, president of the Renfrew County Occasional Teacher Local. "CPAN programs such as Tools for School, Operation Snowsuit and the Good EGG really make a difference to help students reach their full potential." CPAN executive director Lyn Smith thanked ETFO and others who have donated items, time and funds to allow her organization to operate. "We appreciate each and every donation as we are not government-funded and rely

WINTER TO ARRIVE DEC. 21, MORE SNOWSUITS NEEDED JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com It's been feeling like winter for more than a month, but fall doesn't end until Friday, Dec. 21. With the official arrival of winter at 5:23

Jamieson Dyer/Submitted Jordanna Forrest and Lisa Conway, chairs of their Renfrew County Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario union locals’ social justice and equity committees, present a cheque to Renfrew County Child Poverty Action Network executive director Lyn Smith, centre. totally on grants, fundraisers and donations. We need to continue our work as research shows that when children and youth can fully participate at school, home and in the community, they are more likely to graduate and transition to post-secondary education." Dyer urged others to help CPAN as it fights to eradicate child poverty. "On behalf of the teachers, education support personnel, school support counsellors and occasional teachers of Renfrew County, we encourage others to join our efforts to address child poverty. The important work of organizations like CPAN and Teachers Against Poverty make a positive difference for children living in need in our communities." For more information regarding ETFO social justice and equity, visit www.etfo.ca. p.m. Friday, Dec. 21, the last day of school before the Christmas holidays, it's more important than ever that all children have the proper winter wear to be able to go out and play. The Renfrew County Child Poverty Action Network reports that while people have been generous with their Operation Snowsuit donations, there are still a number of sizes desperately needed to fill requests. Operation Snowsuit has already received 567 applications for assistance compared to 489 all of last year. The sizes tend to be on the larger end of the spectrum and items needed include winter boots, gloves, hats and neck warmers as well as snowsuits.

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KNIGHTS TO SERVE FREE RENFREW CHRISTMAS DAY DINNER AGAIN At 4 a.m. Christmas Day when some youngsters are trying to wake up their parents early so they can start opening their gifts, a few dedicated volunteers will be heading down to the Renfrew Knights of Columbus hall. The Knights and other volunteers begin to prepare for the annual free Christmas Day Community Friendship Dinner as early as 4 or 5 a.m. Knight Brian Long, who has been volunteering at the dinner for almost 30 years, explains that the stuffing needs to be mixed and the turkeys put in the ovens in time to be ready by 11 a.m. The dinner will run from 11

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Everyone is welcome, he stressed, adding that if people can't host or visit family or friends at Christmas because of distance, weather or any other reason, they'll experience friendly company and good food at the Knights hall. Donations of food are gratefully accepted, as are volunteers (people of all denominations assist with the dinner) to help with preparation, transportation and delivery on Christmas Day. Call Long at 613-432-0887 if you want to contribute. For a ride or meal delivery, call Long, or on Christmas Day the Knights hall at 613432-6121.

Sherry Haaima/Metroland Renfrew Collegiate Institute's music department hosted its annual Christmas Concert Dec. 12. The concert band played several holiday favourites. From left are Chloe Gibbons, Fiona Fournier and Mya Pilgrim. An art display and refreshments were part of the fun.

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I have the best friends and family EVER! Thank you to everyone who showed up to my surprise 40th birthday. You all are so special to me! If I had one more White Russian or Jell-O Shooter, I may have been posting this in the death notice section. I apologise for all my terrible singing on the karaoke machine! Thank you for all the gifts, food, and fun. Thank you Sarah and Steve for hosting an amazing night! Lots of love, Tyler

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The family of Beverly Francoeur would like to sincerely thank our extended family, friends and neighbours for the flowers, cards, phone calls, texts, food and especially for the hugs on the passing of our Mother, Grandmother and Sister. A special thank you to all of Beverly’s doctors and nurses who gave care in the last few years. Thank you to Patti Koeslag, Life Cycle Celebrant, for her beautiful service, Loretta Fitzpatrick’s touching eulogy and to the White Lake Women’s Institute for their thoughtful group tribute and delicious luncheon. A heartwarming thank you to the pallbearers Terry Cameron, Rod Cameron, Kristin Cameron, Kaylie Proc, Ryan Sparling and Neil Box. Honorary pallbearers Erika Baird, Jarret Cameron-Latendresse and Liam Benoit. And we are so grateful to The Kyle Felhaver Band, David, Kyle, Josh and Mike for their outstanding live performance at the White Lake Women’s Institute.

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IN MEMORIAM

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Our Mom Clara Gillan December 26th,1992

& Our Brother Dale Gillan December 21st, 2013

In loving memory of

Dale Gillan

May 27, 1939 - December 21, 2013 You gave us love in fullest measure, Care, devotion, memories to treasure. You shared our hopes, joys and tears, God bless you for those precious years. Your life was unselfish, for others you lived, Not to receive but always to give, though tears in our eyes do no glisten, and our hearts are not always sad, There is never a night or a morning, But we think of the loved one we had. Missing you, Love Jean, and Family

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They say there is a reason They say that time will heal But neither time nor reason Will change the way we feel. For no one knows the heartache That lies behind our smiles No one knows how many times We have broken down and cried. We want to tell you something So there won’t be any doubt You’re so wonderful to think of But so hard to live without. Missing you both, Love always and Merry Christmas Bev, Faith, Jean, Nan & Families

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NEUMAN, Evelyn

Age 93, called home to be with her Lord on December 14, 2018 at Groves Park Lodge, Renfrew, surrounded by her children after a long struggle with dementia. Evelyn was born in Schutt, Ontario on November 12, 1925. Her parents were Carl and Dorothy Grosskleg (nee O’Drain); and step-mother Janet (nee Romanson). She was married to Dr. Edmund Schalin in Pembroke on December 8, 1944 until he passed away on December 11, 1970. She was later married to Edwin Neuman of Quadeville on January 15, 1972. Survived by her children: David Schalin (Carlyn), Ellen Price (Mike) & Betty O’Dacre (Mark Guyea). Grandmother of Tim Schalin (Sophie), Steven O’Dacre, Keenan O’Dacre (Joanna Foksinski), Rev. Michael Schalin (Cara), Ashley Guerreo (Alan), Rachel Deagle (Chris), Katelin Neuman (Tyson Lemke), & Brandon Neuman. Sister of Clare Grosskleg (Gordon Pringle), Terry and Harry Grosskleg. Also survived by very special niece Cheryl Doyle, six great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husbands Edmund Schalin & Edwin Neuman; infant son Kenneth Schalin; step-children Joan Quade (Glen) & John Neuman; sisters Vera Doyle & Elaine Bartlett; and brothers Gordon, Mervin, Elmer & Karl Grosskleg. A Funeral Service was held at Calvary Baptist Church, 567 Melton St., Pembroke on Tuesday December 18, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Emmanuel United Cemetery, Schutt. Arrangements entrusted to Malcolm, Deavitt & Binhammer Funeral Home, Pembroke. (In lieu of flowers, donations to Calvary Baptist Church would be appreciated.) Online condolences and donations are available at www.mdbfuneralhome.com,

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VAUGHAN MICHAEL “Mike”

LOWE, Elsie Mae

March 6, 1922 - December 15, 2018 Peacefully at the Fairview Manor in Almonte on Saturday evening, December 15th, 2018; Elsie Mae Lowe of Cedar Hill passed away at the age of 96 years. Beloved wife of the late James Arthur “Art” Lowe (2004). Dearly loved mother of Bill (Maria Stevens) of Stittsville and Don (Linda) of Almonte. Cherished and proud “Nan” of 6 grandchildren: Derek, late Ryan, Jonathan (Lyndsey), Brent, Bruce (Vicki) and Alyson Carroll (Pat) and 10 greatgrandchildren: Whitney, Hartlee, Emarie, Emma, Jenna, Devin, Nick, Danny, Joe and Maisie. Fondly remembered by her special friends, Kim and Robert Larioza and their children Nate and Drew as well as many nieces and nephews. Elsie was the last surviving child of the late John and Jennie (nee Fulton) Camelon. She was also predeceased by her 5 brothers and 4 sisters. Survived by her sister-in-law, Doris Camelon. Friends joined the family during visitation at the Cedar Hill Zion United Church on Tuesday afternoon, December 18th from 12:30 until the time of Funeral Service which was conducted at 1:30. Interment Cedar Hill Zion United Cemetery. In memory of Elsie, please consider a contribution to her beloved Cedar Hill Zion United Church. In the professional care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

(Ret. Driver, Colonial Bus Lines) Peacefully at Almonte Country Haven surrounded by the love of his family on Saturday, December 15, 2018. Mike Vaughan of Almonte, age 92 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of the late Nora Honeyborne. Much loved and respected father of Jim (Eileen), Danny (Allison), Donny (Mariel) and Donna Telford (Barry). Predeceased by his daughter, Dianne Hourigan. Also survived by his son-in-law Dan Hourigan as well as 10 grandchildren and a great grandson and many nieces & nephews. Predeceased by 3 sisters; Loretta (Rett) Wilson, Mary Ferguson & Frances O’Brien and 7 brothers, Des, Gerald, Leo, Maurice, Leonard, Lorne & Joe. Friends are invited to Join Mike’s family on Thursday, December 20 at Holy Name of Mary Church, Almonte for Celebration of the Eucharist at 1:30 PM. Interment St. Mary’s Parish Cemetery, Almonte. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to his friends at C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL Inc. 127 Church St., Almonte, ON. (613)256-3313. For those who may choose to honour Mike with a memorial donation, please consider Almonte General Hospital or the Charity of your choice. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

DOLAN, Velma

(Retired - Grove Nursing Home, Arnprior) Peacefully at home with family by her side on Friday December 7, 2018; Velma Ethel Dolan (nee Peck) of Fitzroy Harbour passed away at the age of 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Ernest Dolan. Dearly loved mother of Sylvia Campbell (Kenneth), Patricia, Linda (Alex MacFarlane), Richard, Christopher (Serena D’Costa) and Trevor (Silvia). Cherished grandmother of Tracy Campbell, Paula Hartwick (Tristen), Ryan Campbell, Connor, Roman and Delilah Dolan and greatgrandmother of Liam, Keira, Hayden and Kai. Dear sister of Gerald (Shirley), Doreen (late Francis), Sylvia (late Stanley), Gail (late Robert) and Steven (Gail). Predeceased by her parents: Elijah and Vera Peck as well as 6 brothers: Leonard (Jean), Gordon, Raymond (Margaret), Mervin, Allan (Margaret) and Barry and 4 sisters: Malena, Greeta (late Keith), Betty (Cecil) and Sandra. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends were invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday, December 15, 2018 from 10 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. A Funeral Service took place at St. George’s Anglican Church, Fitzroy Harbour on Saturday afternoon at 1:30. Interment Parish Cemetery. If you wish to make a donation in memory of Velma, please consider the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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(Co-Owner JFJ Canada, Arnprior) With heavy hearts we announce that Jackie passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital on Tuesday evening, December 11, 2018. Jacqueline Michelle “Jackie” Wantang of Arnprior, aged 45. Beloved wife of Felix. Adored mother of Kathleen “Kassi” Papadopoulos (Andrew), Haley Doan, Mia Doan, Matthew Wantang (10), Chioma Wantang (9) and Amarachi Wantang (8). Cherished Gramma of Elisia and Lincoln. Dearly loved sister of Bill Chivers (Tammy), Denise Chivers (Hon Lee) and Kathryn Boeyen (Chris). Daughter of the late Bill and Myriam (nee Landry) Chivers. Special and forever loved aunt of Samantha, Danielle, Olivia, William, Alyson and Kaitlyn. Also survived by many amazing friends and acquaintances whose lives were made brighter for knowing Jackie. As newcomers to Arnprior, Jackie, Felix and the kids have made great efforts to become involved in our community. The family opened a new business recently, JFJ Canada on McGonigal Street West. The support they have received so far has been matched by the open arm acceptance that local residents have extended to the Wantang family. Jackie embraced the efforts of TAP (Teachers Against Poverty) where she worked tirelessly to assist in fundraising efforts to help the less privileged. She was loved by all who knew her. Family and friends were invited to a Funeral Mass to be celebrated in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 18 Dochart Street, Braeside on Saturday afternoon, December 15th at 1:30. A luncheon and reception followed in the parish hall. In memory of Jackie and to assist her young family in this difficult time, please consider “Wantang/Chivers Go Fund Me”. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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CARD OF THANKS

On behalf of my family and I, we want to thank our wonderful community. To those who sent cards, brought food, donated to RVH and gave many hugs, it helped soften the loss of Bryn. Bryn loved Renfrew our adopted town. He loved to trade quips with the clerks while shopping and with the wonderful nurses and staff on the 2nd floor at RVH. Thank you to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital, the Heart Institute and our Paramedics for the great work that you do.

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CONTROLLER M. Sullivan & Son Limited (Sullivan), headquartered in Arnprior, Ontario, is one of Canada’s oldest family-owned construction companies. For more than 100 years we’ve built a sterling reputation for completing projects on-time and on-budget for clients in the industrial, commercial, institutional and public sectors. Sullivan has an immediate need for a Controller to support its business. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller is accountable for ensuring the integrity of the company’s finances, including but not limited to accounts receivable/ payable accuracy, payroll integrity, and budget preparation and analysis. While the position is responsible for a multitude of duties, the main functions include: • Management of assigned staff • Preparation and follow up of contract billings for various projects • Completion of salary payroll and management of the group benefit program • Budgeting, forecasting and reporting for various projects, Business Units and departments • Maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts • Help with the preparation of year-end financial statements

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Thanks to the generosity of four Renfrew businesses and staff at the Renfrew office of Family and Children's Services, 86 area youngsters will be having a merrier Christmas this year. Employees from Scapa Tape, Deslaurier Custom Cabinets, ABS/Times Fiber Canada, and Welch LLP participated in a Christmas Angels program in support of children in low-income

Buffie Rathwell/Submitted Presenting gifts for 86 children to Buffie Rathwell, right, of Renfrew Family and Children's Services, are Mike Deslaurier, Brenda Wallace and Tyler Leeder of Deslaurier Custom Cabinets; Chelsey Manchur, Kimberley Bovair and Jen Lynch of Welch LLP; Laurie MacMillan and Mary Lyn Madigan of ABS/Times Fiber; and Sharon Blemkie of Scapa Tapes. households. They bought Christmas gifts for children of a variety of ages (infant to 12) to be distributed by Family and Children's Services. Laurie MacMillan from Times Fiber has been chief organizer of the program 16 years. She and representatives from the other three companies dropped off a van full of gifts Dec. 5 at the Family and Children's Services office. Family and Children's Services representative Buffie Rathwell thanked the employees of the four

companies, noting that Welch is a welcome new addition to the program this year. The gifts were being distributed to families soon after being dropped off so they could be wrapped and put under the tree for Christmas. In Arnprior, Kert and Kirsty Lavigne and son Gilbert delivered a truck full of presents to the Family and Children's Services offices at the Kenwood Centre after collecting donations from individuals and businesses.

TOWNSHIP OF ADMASTON/BROMLEY NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING In the matter of Section 34 of the Planning Act, the Township of Admaston/Bromley hereby gives NOTICE of: A public meeting regarding an application for an amendment to the Zoning By-law 2004-13. Subject Lands

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Clockwise from top left: Among the colourfully costumed elves who accompanied the Calabogie 55+ float area are Linda Clouthier, Mary Beth Falloon, Sue Peaton, Ruth Thomas, Anne Hutchinson and Marilyn Wanrock. Looking after Mrs. Claus' Kitchen are Lorna Johnson, Marie Kennedy, Phyllis Wagorn (Mrs. Santa), Joan Bedard and Jane Benoit. The Charbonneau Grocery float participants were clad in their distinctive Christmas shirts. In front, from left, are Annette Charbonneau, Carson Epp and Yvonne Pennock and in back Murray Nguyen, Erin Nguyen and Andrew Epp. Old St. Nick gets a wave back from Charlotte and Quinn Gauthier at the Calabogie Santa parade. Young angler Molly Foulkes was enjoying the ride on the St. Joseph's Catholic School/Calabogie Recreation float, which took third prize in the Calabogie Santa parade. John Carter/Metroland

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The cold rain may have put a damper on the turnout of floats, but not the spirits of those participating in the Calabogie Lions Santa Claus parade Dec. 2. The enthusiastic gang on the Calabogie 55+ float kept themselves warm with their lively dancing and singing as they paraded through the village. Their float was judged best in the parade. Second prize went to the Charbonneau Grocery float, with the St. Joseph's school/Calabogie Recreation float taking third. Calabogie Lions spokesperson Barry LeGear was impressed with the spirit – Barry LeGear shown by parade participants. The 55+ crew really added to the mood with their exuberance and the colourful costumes they made themselves, he said. Unfortunately the rain caused several floats to pull out. "Without it we would have doubled the number of floats," LeGear said. Afterwards, Santa Claus, who as usual greeted parade-watchers from the final float of the procession, gave out goodie bags to a packed crowd at the Calabogie Community Hall. "A lot of kids got to see Santa," said LeGear. Joining the Lions Club in sponsoring the parade were Charbonneau's Grocery, Valley Landscaping, Powersports Garage and Ontario Power Generation. The night before it was "standing room only" at the Christmas in our Town concert at St. Joseph's school, said LeGear, who emceed the event. The annual concert, first started by Marie Buscomb, raised money for Calabogie's outdoor rink and supported the food bank. The Lions will also ring in 2019 with a New Year's Eve dance party from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the community centre.

BEHIND THE GLASS: AUTUMN LEAVES, LOW CUP RESULTS ANDY SKLEPOWICZ It was a week in which both the Renfrew Ladies and Men showed their curling dominance as both had fine days and once again showed the quality of curling at our club. Travelling to Killaloe, Shelley Jamieson skipped her team of Barb Westgarth, Anne Windle and Marg Dawson to a pair of victories over the host teams. In the

morning game the ladies gave up three in the first end, but curled well the rest of the way to take an impressive 10 to 6 victory. The afternoon game was a more comfortable 11 to 1 win. The team of Yvonne Sklepowicz, Laurie Millar, Anne MacNeil and Sharon Pearce travelled to Pembroke to play Arnprior and came home with a win and a tie. Making some great shots in their first game they won

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two victories 7-6 and 8-6. The Dave Eady rink with Andy Miller, Jim Berg and Bernie Leclaire played their usual laid-back morning game, down 5-0 after 2 and then deciding to curl to win 9-7. Never working too hard after a big lunch the Eady crew ran out of last-end heroics and lost 7-6. Standings: Renfrew 142.5, Pembroke 110, Deep River 84, Arnprior 79.5. A new event occurs on

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, when you are fired up about something, there is no stopping you. If something doesn’t go your way, don’t let that stop you from pursuing your goals.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 No one seems to be able to sway your thoughts one way or another, Leo. With your self-determination laser-focused, there is nothing that you can’t handle.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Stick to activities that will help you feel grounded and centered this week, Taurus. Only put things on your schedule that pertain to your future goals.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Time is ticking, Virgo. However, you don’t have to move until the time is right for you. Take your time and plan your next step before putting plans into motion.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, there may be something you say that seems wise at the moment, but may need to be reconsidered as days press on. It is alright to revise along the way. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Tap into the energetic flow that has been driving you to take charge of money matters, Cancer. A desirable outcome will arrive, and your bottom line will be better for it.

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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, a romantic partner shares your thoughts on a sensitive subject and now is a great time to have a discussion about it. Working together will strengthen your relationship. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, readjust your approach conversations this week. What you have been doing might not be effective when communicating with people unaccustomed to your style of conversing.

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SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, take some quiet moments to focus on a memory that makes you happy. Whenever things get challenging, you can call this memory to mind. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Any turbulence gong on in your life right now can be remedied by thinking a bit more positively, Capricorn. Things will soon fall into place. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, try a new perspective in regard to looking at a difficult problem that’s been tough to solve. Seek others’ help, which is a sign of strength, not weakness. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 A profound time of introspection and revelation will begin for you this week, Pisces. You may be pleasantly surprised by what you discover.

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St. Joseph's High School Christmas Concert WHEN: 7:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m WHERE: St. Joseph's High School, 835 First Street, Renfrew CONTACT: 613-432-5846 COST: St. Joseph's High School annual Christmas concert. Admission is free. Proceeds from the concession stand go to the DR team. Al-Anon WHEN: 7:30 p.m - 9:00 p.m WHERE: MacKay Manor, 196 Argyle St S, Renfrew CONTACT: 1-888-4252666 COST: Is someone's alcoholic drinking affecting your life? Al-Anon can help.

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Friday at the Centre WHEN: 12:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Golden Age Activity Centre, 212 Raglan St S, Renfrew CONTACT: Fay O'Reilly, 613 431 8289, fayoreilly@renfrewgoldenage.ca, http:// www.renfrewgoldenage.ca COST: $5 Golden Age Activity Centre is pleased to have Gaston Moreau entertain at 1 p.m. Everyone

Visit insideottawavalley.com/events for our selection of this month’s featured online events: Home for the Holidays. Next month, we’ll feature Things to Do in a Canadian Winter. Visit insideottawavalley.com/events and hit the POST YOUR EVENT button to submit these or any other community event! welcome, join us beforehand for a pizza lunch for 5$. Country Dance WHEN: 8:00 p.m 12:00 a.m WHERE: Horton Community Centre, 1005 Castleford Rd, Renfrew CONTACT: Shane Lambert, 613-433-3303, recreation@hortontownship.ca, http:// www.hortontownship.ca/recreation/events-festivals/dances/ country-dance-dec-15-20173043.html COST: $10 per person Featuring Classic Country Revu. Tickets available at Scott & Son's Hardware, Horton Community Centre, and at the door.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23 Silver Seniors Cards

WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Legion Branch 148, 30 Raglan St S, Renfrew CONTACT: Renfrew Legion, 6134326450 COST: The Silver Seniors are meeting for an afternoon of cards

MONDAY, DECEMBER 24

Heritage Arts & Crafts Ladies Group WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m WHERE: Horton Community Centre, 1005 Castleford Rd, Renfrew CONTACT: Valerie Miller, 613-432-8390, http://www.hortontownship.ca/recreation/events-festivals/heritage-artscrafts-ladiesgroup-5733.html \ You can bring your own crafts to work on or learn a new hobby such as Horton's known quilting projects,

crocheting, and knitting.Come for a visit with old friends and neighbours and join us for coffee or come and meet new friends and neighbours! Pickleball WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Horton Community Centre, 1005 Castleford Rd, Renfrew CONTACT: Shane Lambert, 613-433-3303, recreation@hortontownship.ca, http://www.hortontownship.ca/ recreation/events-festivals/ pickleball-8958.html COST: $40 per person for session or $5 per person per night Monday nights, $40/person per session or $5/per per night (Session 1: November - January) (Session 2: February - April) Haley United Church Christmas Eve Service WHEN: 7:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m WHERE: Haley United Church, 760 Calvin Road, WhitewaterRegion CONTACT: 6134333443 COST: Please Join us in Friendship Hall for our Christmas Eve Service. Everyone is welcome, bring a friend.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25

Free Christmas Day Community Friendship Dinner WHEN: 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m

WHERE: Knights of Columbus Hall Renfrew, 313 Raglan St. North, Renfrew CONTACT: Brian Long, 613-432-0887 COST: 27th annual free Christmas Day Community Friendship Dinner sponsored by Renfrew Knights of Columbus. Free transportation, meal delivery available for shutins and seniors. Call 613-4320887 or Christmas Day only call 613-432-6121.

Golden Age Activity Centre is pleased to have Sonya Bergin entertain at 1 p.m. Everyone welcome, join us before hand for a grilled cheese lunch for $5.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31

New Year's Eve Dinner & Dance WHEN: 6:00 p.m WHERE: Eganville Legion Branch 353, 57 Veterans Way, Bonnechere Valley CONTACT: 613-628-2802, http://www.bonnecherevalleytwp.com/events/newyears-eve-dinnerdance-5685.html COST: New Year's Eve Dinner & Dance. Entertainment by the Nelson Towns Band.

Champlain Seniors +55 WHEN: 1:00 p.m 3:30 p.m WHERE: RCAF 433 Wing, 164 Argyle St. S., Renfrew CONTACT: Margaret Crozier, 613-432-4828 COST: Membership $5/year. Floor shuffleboard and euchre at the Wing every Tuesday. Potluck the first Tuesday of each month. New members welcome, no experience necessary.

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Calabogie Lions Club New Years Eve Dance WHEN: 9:00 p.m - 1:00 a.m WHERE: Calabogie Community Centre, 574 Mill St., Greater Madawaska CONTACT: Lion Tamatha Strachan, 6132206534, gerberadaisy@hotmail.ca COST: Tickets purchased in advance Come ring in the New Year in Calabogie. DJ playing '50-70s music. Party favours, refreshments at 11 p.m.Champagne at midnight. Tickets $25/person, must be purchased in advanced. Contact Lion Tamatha Strachan 613-220-6534.

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Friday at the Centre WHEN: 12:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Golden Age Activity Centre, 212 Raglan St S, Renfrew CONTACT: Fay O’Reilly, 613 431 8289 COST: $5

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From left: Bernadette Kelly is framed in a balloon candy cane as she creates balloon creations for event goers. Abel Sharpe, 15 months, isn't fazed by his visit with Santa. Santa could never pull off Christmas without help from his elves. Among those making sure the Douglas event went off without a hitch are Douglas Lions Club members Melissa Vanderwal, left and Donna Bimm. The Douglas Lions Club outdid itself once again, providing a fun and festive afternoon for Christmas revellers Sunday at St. Michael's School. The club, recent winners of an Admaston/Bromley achiever award, rolled out an event that included bounce castles, crafts, balloon animals, free hotdogs and refreshments and of course, a visit with the Jolly Old Elf himself. Donations were collected for the food bank.

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Once again, Uncle Lou came to our rescue by sending Mother five American dollars through the mail to be doled out to us kids for Christmas ... a dollar each! I couldn't imagine such wealth ... the most I ever had at one time before was 25 cents that Aunt Lizzie once gave me when she was visiting from Regina! The money from Uncle Lou meant I could go into Renfrew and buy Christmas presents instead of handmaking them from scratch at home. I wasn't the least bit talented, not like my sister Audrey who could knit and crochet, and the thought of trying to figure out what I could make for her, my three brothers,

Mother and Father gave me a headache. Now I could go into the Five and Dime Store and in one fell-swoop do all my Christmas shopping with my dollar. And so that very Saturday I went in to Renfrew with Mother, and instead of heading right for the Five and Dime Store, I decided to go to Ritza's Drugstore first, just in case there was something in the sale basket at the front door that would do as a present for either Audrey or Mother. It didn't take me long to find out all that was on sale had to do with cures for indigestion or the whooping cough. I never went into Ritza's Drugstore without going over to the perfume count-

er and filling my nostrils with the wonderful smells of Lily of The Valley, and Evening in Paris perfumes. And there, right before my eyes were tiny little bottles of Lily of the Valley ... all lined up on a paper doily ... and they were on sale for 50 cents! Audrey's and my very favourite perfume! I thought of my sister ... she would never in a million years be able to spend 50 cents on something as frivolous as perfume! My beloved sister who looked after me and protected me ... and right then I decided that would be my Christmas present for Audrey. How I would ever have enough money to buy presents for the rest of my family, I wasn't sure. But I left Ritza's store with the little bottle securely wrapped in a small paper bag and head-

ed over to the Five and Dime to see what I could find for the fifty cents I had left, and which would have to be spread over presents for three brothers and Mother and Father. But I didn't care ... Audrey deserved to have something special. I walked up and down the aisles of the store. Where to start? The woman behind the counter at the front of the store asked if she could help me. She looked kind. Maybe she could help me figure out how I could buy five presents for fifty cents. When I told her that was all I had, I felt the tears coming to my eyes. That wasn't unusual for me, as I could cry at the drop of a hat. Father said it was because my bladder was close to my eyes, whatever that meant.

The woman asked me who I was to buy for, and she wrote down their names and added Mother and Father to the list, and told me not to worry, she would figure something out. She scurried about the store and came back to the counter I was leaning on with a handful of items. "How about these coloured laces for Everett ... all the boys are wearing them in their boots, and they are only 10 cents. And you said your brother Emerson liked to draw, so how about this big red rubber eraser?" It was the biggest eraser I had ever seen, and it was only a nickel! I couldn't believe it! Then from the pile in front of her, she brought out a deck of playing cards, and wondered if my brother Earl liked to play cards ... I told her he spent a lot of time at night building card houses at the kitchen table. So Earl was getting his very

own deck of cards. They would cost a dime. She had a brand new navy handkerchief for Father, and a bar of fancy soap for Mother laid out before me. "Now let's see what that comes to" she said, after I nodded my approval, and my amazement, at the cleverness of this woman. The handkerchief was five cents and Mother's fancy soap was nine! I felt like crawling over the counter to give this wonderful woman a hug. Not only had she helped me get a present for everyone in my family, with her help I was able to leave the Five and Dime Store with eleven cents tied up tightly in my hanky.

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