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The annual Frewfest fishing derby Jan. 19, hosted by the Renfrew firefighters saw anglers of all ages out on the Bonnechere River at the end of Riverview Drive. Pictured on front is Aidan Irving, who shows off his catch, a pike, with the help of Renfrew firefighter Jesse Gale. Aidan's fish weighed over two pounds. Left: It was so cold outside participants decided to build an igloo. Clockwise from left are Brian Gillcrest, Garret Jenkinson, Aidan Irving, Robert Recoskie, Cameron Recoskie, Brent Coulas and Ainslie Coulas. Right, staying warm at the annual fishing derby are Renfrew firefighters, from left, Mark Griese, Jesse Gale and James Corriveau. More pictures on page 13.

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OPP, SPCA INVESTIGATE AFTER SOCIAL MEDIA POST SHOWS RENFREW DOG OUT IN THE COLD JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com A social media photograph of a dog huddled outside in the cold in Renfrew has raised questions about both animal cruelty and the resulting social media firestorm.

Renfrew OPP and the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) have investigated several complaints in the last couple of days about a dog left outside a Francis Street home.

The German shepherd's plight on the coldest weekend of the year was first raised by a neighbour on social media Saturday, Jan. 19.

The posting, which had received 777 comments and

748 shares at last count, resulted in several calls to police, the SPCA and media outlets, as well as threats by some to seize the dog.

Renfrew OPP community services officer Janice Sawbridge said Monday (Jan. 21) that police had visited the home and found the dog "safely inside" each time.

OSPCA senior inspector Bonnie Bishop said an animal cruelty officer from the society also attended the home to ensure the dog had "adequate and appropriate" shelter as mandated in the regulations.

She said the officer found the dog inside in "good body condition" and not in distress. The owner

was educated on cold weather pet care, including what precautions to take when an animal is outside in cold weather.

Bishop said it's important pet owners realize that dogs (and other pets), especially puppies and older dogs, are vulnerable to severe weather just like humans. It can cause serious illness or even death, she said.

While some dog breeds are more suited to the cold, pets should not be left out for any extended period of time in this weather unless they have access to a properly constructed, elevated, insulated doghouse (the specs are available on the OSPCA website), she said.

Bishop said the OSPCA encourages anyone with

concern about an animal's welfare to call the abuse hotline at 310-SPCA (7722) or 1-888-668-7722. "We take every call seriously ... and they will be responded to," she said.

During the recent extreme temperatures, the OSPCA has been responding to a high volume of calls about animals left out in the cold, so calls have to be prioritized she said, adding complainants can also call their local police, In an OPP East Region tweet, police thanked "those who took the time to express concern about the dog's welfare." Officers "were pleased to report that the dog was inside each time officers checked."

Sawbridge said as the OPP found nothing criminal going on and because the OSPCA has taken over the investigation, there's no longer a need to phone OPP despite Facebook posts that maintain the opposite.

While a number of people responding to the Facebook posting demanded the dog be seized and even

THE ISSUE: PUBLIC REACTION TO DOG BEING LEFT OUT IN THE COLD LOCAL IMPACT: PEOPLE ASSUME THE WORST WHEN A PHOTO OF A DOG IS CIRCULATED ON SOCIAL MEDIA threatened to do it themselves, OPP have not found anything to warrant the action, Sawbridge stressed.

She cautioned people about taking the law into their own hands. "It's theft if they take that dog," she said.

She also warned against doxing that led to harassment of the dog owner (a couple of postings indicated she had been accosted at work). "Let the authorities deal with it," she said, noting the OPP works in partnership with the OSPCA in such matters.

Sawbridge urged cau-

tion when reacting to what's on social media.

People should find out what's really happening before assuming the worst, she said, noting even a photograph may not be telling the full story. "If you're going to react, it's best to have first-hand knowledge."

Bishop agreed people shouldn't resort to vigilante action, as it could have legal ramifications and make the situation worse.

"Let the professionals take care of it," she said.

Sawbridge said whether an animal should be outside is "very much a judgment call." Some longhaired such as Huskies are comfortable in the cold weather, although the weekend cold snap when temperatures dropped into the -30s with the wind chill was likely a bit much even for them, she said.

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ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF ENBRIDGE GAS INC. (FORMERLY ENBRIDGE GAS DISTRIBUTION INC. AND UNION GAS LIMITED)

Enbridge Gas Inc. has applied to raise its natural gas rates effective January 1, 2019.

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The Ontario Energy Board approved the amalgamation of Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. and Union Gas Limited in August 2018. The companies have amalgamated to form Enbridge Gas Inc. Enbridge Gas Inc. has applied to the Ontario Energy Board to raise its natural gas rates effective January 1, 2019. If the application is approved as filed, the yearly bill of a typical residential customer within the former Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. and Union Gas Limited rate zones will increase by the following amounts: Rate Zones Enbridge Gas Union South Union North East Union North West

Residential Annual Bill Increase $ 5.74 $ 9.98 $ 4.88 $ 6.81

The rates are based on a rate-setting framework and other adjustments previously approved by the Ontario Energy Board for the period 2019-2023. The rates are set using a formula that is tied to inflation and other factors intended to promote efficiency.

Enbridge Gas Inc. is also asking the Ontario Energy Board to approve its rate design proposal and the costs of certain capital projects that are not part of their regular capital expenditures.

Other customers of Enbridge Gas Inc. may be affected. It is important to review the application carefully to determine whether you will be affected by the changes.

THE ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD IS HOLDING A PUBLIC HEARING The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) will hold a public hearing to consider the application filed by Enbridge Gas Inc. We will question Enbridge Gas Inc. on the case. We will also hear questions and arguments from individual customers and from groups that represent the customers of Enbridge Gas Inc. At the end of this hearing, the OEB will decide whether the rate increase requested in the application will be approved.

The OEB is an independent and impartial public agency. We make decisions that serve the public interest. Our goal is to promote a financially viable and efficient energy sector that provides you with reliable energy services at a reasonable cost.

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• You can review the application filed by Enbridge Gas Inc. on the OEB’s website now.

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LEARN MORE Our file number for this case is EB-2018-0305. To learn more about this hearing, find instructions on how to file letters or become an intervenor, or to access any document related to this case, please enter the file number EB-2018-0305 on the OEB website: www.oeb.ca/participate. You can also phone our Consumer Relations Centre at 1-877-632-2727 with any questions.

ORAL VS. WRITTEN HEARINGS There are two types of OEB hearings – oral and written. The OEB will determine at a later date whether to proceed by way of a written or oral hearing. If you think an oral hearing is needed, you can write to the OEB to explain why by February 5, 2019.

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HORTON TO SEEK PUBLIC INPUT ON 3.1 PER CENT BUDGET BOOST JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com Horton taxpayers are looking at a 3.11 per cent property tax levy increase this year.

However, not all councillors are happy with the figure and are pondering ways to reduce it.

Ratepayers will have a chance to comment and ask questions at a public meeting on the budget on Wednesday, Jan. 30. The session will be held in the Horton Community Centre (not council chambers as originally reported) starting at 6 p.m.

Staff presented council with the draft budget at a special meeting Jan. 16. The proposed levy increase of 3.11 per cent (after growth) compares to 3.49 per cent last year. The total levy is approaching $2.3 million with a one per cent levy increase raising $22,611.

Mayor Dave Bennett campaigned on holding the line on taxes for the next three years, but noted decisions by the former council make that implausible this year.

This year's budget will also depend on the township's Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) allocation, which has yet to be announced. Last year Hor-

CALABOGIE BLUESFEST TAKES A BREAK JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com As Horton council deliberates on whether to continue with the Horton Hoedown for a second year, a Calabogie music festival is taking a sabbatical in 2019.

In an announcement on the festival's webpage, organizers of the Calabogie Blues and Ribfest cite burnout when they report they are "taking the year off."

The summer event has been held for the last eight years at Calabogie Peaks.

"It's been a great ride, eight

ton received $227,000, but there have been hints OMPF could be reduced this year.

Council also viewed the proposed capital budget, highlighted by just over $1 million in improvements to streets in the Thompson Hill area. Other major proposed capital outlays include $431,450 for a fire pumper truck, $61,000 for community hall land purchase, $50,000 for community hall bar renovations, $42,500 for Garden of Eden gravelling and $40,200 for street lights.

The draft operating budget includes another increase in OPP billing of $10,267, which together with a $5,000 depletion in the OPP reserve translates to a 0.7 per cent levy boost.

The roads budget is up 9.1 per cent with the Johnston Road debenture increasing almost $32,000 and roadside and winter maintenance $5,000 each. However, the $44,132 expenditure for turning a seasonal roads employee into a full-time position has been offset by a reduction in the environment (waste management) budget.

The proposed fire budget is up almost $6,000 with increases in wages, the water rescue agreement with Arnprior and a boost in the cost of the extrication agreement. years of blues in the beautiful hills of Greater Madawaska Township," says the posting.

"This year the organizing committee came together and concluded that we are too burned out to deliver a festival this year."

The organizers say they weighed "a bunch of factors" before arriving at the decision. "We will miss the music and the food, but more than anything we will miss the friendships that we have made with many of you," they add.

"We hope you find another festival to call home in August."

The Horton Hoedown is also an August festival. One of the issues raised in the debate over whether the Horton event should go ahead this year is concern over burning out volunteer organizers who have promised to also hold fundraisers to pay off last year's and any future deficits.

HORTON HOEDOWN'S FATE HANGS IN BALANCE JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com The future of the Horton Hoedown hangs in the balance as township council weighs the potential of tourism benefits against the risks of another deficit.

Horton recreation committee member and Hoedown festival chair Tina Hunt addressed several concerns expressed by councillors at a special council meeting Jan. 16. Citing figures that show the inaugural event attracted $95,000 in tourism benefits to Horton and area, she urged councillors to give the Hoedown another chance.

"It shouldn't be one and done," she said, suggesting the festival's tourism impact could double this year, while predicting eventually the event will become a fundraiser for the area.

However, three of the five council members questioned the size of and figures in the proposed festival budget, and continued to express concerns about the financial risk of the hoedown, which lost $43,000 in its first year. This year's proposed budget estimates revenues will almost double to $91,500, while costs will drop slightly from $93,600 to $91,500.

Noting that there are still some unanswered questions, Mayor Dave Bennett gave councillors five more days to get their answers before council votes at its regular meeting Tuesday, Jan. 22 on whether it should go ahead this year.

Bennett and Coun. Doug

Humphries appear to agree with the festival proceeding, but Deputy Mayor Glen Campbell and councillors Tom Webster and Lane Cleroux have reservations.

A 'Save Horton Hoedown' Facebook group has been formed, a petition launched and a "town hall" meeting is planned for Jan. 22 as a show of support for the festival.

After the Valley Bluegrass Festival ended its long run in Horton last year, and moved to Renfrew, Horton's recreation committee organized its own country music festival for the township. It ran Aug. 10-11 at the KOA Campground in Horton, with Jason Blaine and Kira Isabella the headliners.

Hunt maintains festivals often lose money in their first couple of years, but the Hoedown's potential economic positives outweigh any early losses, she said.

Council understood that last year when it voted 5-0 to hold the festival, she said.

"As we are a small area, we should be promoting tourism as much as possible, as the positive benefits affect so many people," she said.

Hunt stressed any losses will not be shouldered by Horton's taxpayers, as volunteers are working on a way to raise money to pay it back by the end of 2019.

With more time to prepare, solicit sponsors and negotiate with entertainers, this year's festival should be an even "bigger success then last year," she added, noting the goal is to double the attendance.

Hunt explained she char-

acterizes the inaugural Hoedown a success despite the deficit, because 72 per cent of more than 1,100 attendees were from out-of-the-area.

That's a "huge" benefit to the local economy, she said.

She said having more time to prepare will also lessen the committee's dependence on township staff to help, one of the councillors' concerns. The committee has also learned from last year's effort and as a result will improve the marketing plan, use social media more effectively (a website is being developed) and reduce the size of the site, she said.

Having $5,000 in leftover merchandise should also help this year's bottom line, she added.

Hunt said last year 74 per cent of tickets were presold, and more will be done to encourage advance sales this year, which would minimize the effect weather has on the festival.

The committee is investigating a variety of grants and should find out by the end of March whether its application for a $14,046 Celebrate Ontario grant will be successful, Hunt told council.

KOA Campground owner Angela Burgess said organizers held a debriefing the day after last year's festival, "so we know what we can do better."

She said efficiencies have been identified, fencing and insurance issues will be addressed, and her staff and family has promised to help with the Hoedown again.

"We're committed, not

only as a KOA Campground, but as the Burgess family to make it as much a success as it can be," she said.

While praising Burgess for being "more than generous with us," Campbell said he is "nervous" about the increase in this year's proposed festival budget. "I already thought it was a pretty large undertaking for little Horton township," he said.

He suggested the committee scale back to a oneday event at the Horton Community Centre. Having less costs will give it a better chance to make seed money to finance a full-fledged festival in the future and help deal with its "growing pains," he said.

"I don't want to take away from what you're trying to do, but take away some of the risk."

Burgess maintained the community centre doesn't have space or washroom facilities to host such a festi-

val.

Recreation committee member Kelly Hunt said festival-goers expect on-site camping, which the community centre doesn't have.

"It would defeat the purpose of the festival to bring in tourists," said Tina Hunt, adding it could also lead to drinking-and-driving problems and make the event ineligible for the Celebrate Ontario grant.

Bennett said there are too many issues such as parking and reaction of neighbours to have the festival located at the community centre. He suggested council should be supporting the "dedicated volunteers" who are committed to rectify the problems of last year and "make it work," especially as they promise none of the costs will fall back on the taxpayer.

"I'd like to see this go forward," said Humphries, noting event success doesn't usually happen overnight.

The Renfrew Fair and Valley Bluegrass Festival have had good and bad years as they "tried new things," he said.

Webster said the lack of a "safety net" in the budget is holding him back from supporting the festival. "The risk is too high for me right now."

Webster and Cleroux echoed Campbell's concerns about volunteer burn-out if the deficits continue. Cleroux said he said he'd like to see details on plans to repay the deficit, more specific cost figures and specifics on how less township staff assistance would affect the bottom line.

"At the end of the day, council is responsible for the amount of money spent, " he noted.

If taxpayers end up paying for the deficit, "heads would roll," he said, adding council is already having trouble finalizing budget numbers.

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LOCAL ALCOHOL RENFREW COUNTY COUNCIL BEGINS BUDGET DELIBERATIONS CONSUMPTION TOO HIGH: HEALTH UNIT JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com

DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@metroland.com Already plagued with excessive consumption, Renfrew county health unit experts warn of a spike if the Doug Ford government makes alcohol more accessible.

Consumption is "highly prevalent" and widely available, Public Health Nurse Erin Robertson and colleagues said via email.

Recent data shows, compared to the province as a whole, Renfrew has "significantly higher rates" of drinkers exceeding the lowrisk guidelines.

But that hasn't dissuaded the PC government from seeking public input on its proposal to let private companies and corner stores sell alcohol. Anyone of legal drinking age can fill out the survey at www.ontario.ca/page/have-your-say-alcohol-choiceand-convenience-for-the-people from now until Feb. 1.

The Ford government also wants to allow retailers to sell alcohol from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., which is sure to boost revenue that already stands at about $2.8 billion when The Beer Store is included.

"We are moving forward on the promise to improve customer convenience and choice and enable more opportunities for businesses," said finance minister Vic Fedeli in a news release.

Critics see the plan as less about giving consumers more choice than it is about generating more revenue for government coffers at the expense of health and safety.

At least until 2016, LCBO had recorded record dividend increases annually. That same year it transferred almost $2 billion to the Ontario government. That means stores such as the Arnprior LCBO gave in the range of $3 million. Other stores in Renfrew, Carleton Place and elsewhere would have given the same. Arnprior's municipal government received just over $1 million from the province that year, according to town treasurer Jennifer Morawiec.

And yet beer - more often purchased from The Beer Store - remains the drink of choice among Canadians. Across Ontario's 450 stores, over $800 million was sent to Queen's Park in 2017, according to its operational report. At stores such as The Beer Store in Arnprior, about $1.7 million went to the province.

Robertson said national studies show that with greater availability comes greater consumption comes greater costs to the workforce, justice and health sectors.

"In 2002, the estimated cost of alcohol abuse in Canada was $14.6 billion," reads her email. "These costs include $3.3 billion in health-care costs, $3.1 billion in law enforcement and $7.1 billion in lost productivity."

The Ford government hasn't revealed whether gains in alcohol tax revenue would offset costs in justice and health care.

Renfrew County council has begun its new term in earnest, with an orientation last week and a two-day budget workshop scheduled for Jan. 23-24.

The councillors went through orientation sessions on Jan. 16 at Miramichi Lodge and Jan. 17 at Bonnechere Manor. As council gets ready to face funding and infrastructure challenges, Renfrew Reeve Peter Emon and McNab/Braeside Mayor Tom Peckett will continue to have major committee roles.

The chairs of several committees are unchanged, including operations in which Peckett - who ran unsuccessfully against Bonnechere Valley's Jennifer Murphy for warden - is back. He has been chair of the influential committee for the past two years.

Operations will be a focal point during the budget talks, as among the projects scheduled to be funded this year are the $6-million Madawaska bridge work in downtown Arnprior, the continued repaving of Burnstown Road into Renfrew and the four-laning of Pe-

tawawa Boulevard.

Emon retains the chairmanship of the Highway 17 Extension Committee and chairs an Algonquins of Pikwakanagan - County of Renfrew Economic and Community Development Committee; the latter is a new post that indicates the importance the county is placing on relations with the Algonquins, who are in the midst of major land claim negotiations that affect the whole region.

Emon also serves on the finance and administration, development and property, Algonquin Trail advisory, and Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail advisory committees - and is on the Renfrew County Board of Health.

Peckett is also a member of the finance and administration and Highway 17 extension committees, and is county council's representative on the Municipal Accessibility advisory committee.

New Greater Madawaska mayor Brian Hunt chairs the Land Division Committee.

Hunt was also appointed to the operations, social services, Renfrew Housing and County/City Liaison committees.

Admaston/Bromley Mayor Michael Do-

nohue chaired the striking committee that advised Murphy on the appointments, and was appointed to the finance and administration and health committees - and is on the Renfrew County Board of Health.

Horton Mayor Dave Bennett is on the operations, health and Highway 17 extension committees and is council representative on the Renfrew County Agricultural Economic Development Committee.

Arnprior County Representative Dan Lynch was named to the operations, health, Algonquin Trail advisory, Ottawa Valley Recreation advisory and Land Division committees. Whitewater Reeve Cathy Regier serves on the striking, operations, development and property committees and is county council's representative on the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association's board of directors.

The two major committees with new chairs are finance and administration, with Deep River Reeve Glenn Doncaster taking over from now-Arnprior mayor Walter Stack, and health with Madawaska Valley Mayor Kim Love replacing Janice Visneskie Moore of Killaloe, Hagarty & Richards.

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www.renfrew.ca PUBLIC NOTICE HIGHWAY 60 - STEWART STREET RECONSTRUCTION PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION

The Town of Renfrew is proceeding with the design of the reconstruction of Stewart Street (Highway 60).

The project limits are Stewart Street from Bonnechere River Bridge to Town limits including the Bruce Street (County Road 20) intersection.

In accordance with Ontario Reg. 325/01, and the Ontario Municipal Act, 2001, property tax relief for vacant commercial and industrial buildings in the Town of Renfrew will be provided to property owners through rebates that are issued by the municipality.

To be eligible for a rebate, a building or portion of a building must be unused for at least 90 consecutive days.

It is the property owner’s responsibility to ensure the application meets regulatory standards.

Completed applications for the 2018 tax year, must be submitted to the Treasury Department located in the municipal building at 127 Raglan St. S. on or before February 28, 2019.

Vacancy Rebate Applications are available on our website www.renfrew.ca or at the municipal office. Office hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Summer Student employment opportunitieS AvAilAble!

Application deadline: Friday march 8, 2019 at 3:00 p.m.

Town of Renfrew has the following summer student positions available for summer 2019: parks & recreation department Summer Maintenance Workers (2 positions) Program Instructor & Event leader (2 positions) • Day Camp Leader (2 positions) public Works department Household Hazardous Waste Summer Student (1 position) Maintenance Labourer Student (1 position) Clerk’s department Tourist Ambassador (2-3 positions) For further details visit www.renfrew.ca or contact: Victoria Thomas, Economic Development Officer vthomas@renfrew.ca • 613-432-4848 ext. 119

The project includes sanitary sewer extension/replacement, watermain extension/replacement and road reconstruction including curbs, sidewalks and a multi-use pathway. Construction may take place in 2019 subject to funding.

A portion of the project design is being completed with financial contributions from the Ministry of Transportation’s Connecting Links Program Intake 3 (2018-19) and the remaining funded by Town of Renfrew. The Project is being completed under Schedule ‘A+’ of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment.

The Public Information Session for the Highway 60 - Stewart Reconstruction project will be held on: Date: Thursday, January 24, 2019 Open House: 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Location: Renfrew Town Hall - Council Chambers, 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew, Ontario The Public Information Session provides the public with an opportunity to learn about the project and to comment on the proposed design.

Representatives from the Town of Renfrew and Jp2g Consultants Inc. will be available to discuss the project, answer questions and receive comments.

For further information, please contact: Steve Webster, P.Eng., Jp2g Consultants Inc. Lane Cleroux, Town of Renfrew 12 International Drive, Pembroke, Ontario 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew, Ontario Phone: (613) 735-2507 Phone: (613) 432-8166 E-mail: stevew@jp2g.com E-mail: lcleroux@renfrew.ca

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WELCOME GROUP SET TO FINALLY GREET SYRIAN FAMILY MEETING PLANNED FOR JAN. 30 RENFREW REFUGEE WELCOME GROUP The Renfrew Refugee Welcome Group announces that its sponsored Syrian family is expected to arrive in Renfrew in the next four to 10 weeks - mid February to the end of March.

After lengthy delays Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada recently informed the Renfrew Refugee Welcome Group (RRWG) that the family has been issued permanent resident visas, having completed all necessary medical and security checks.

"It's such great news," enthused Henry Venema, chair of the RRWG. "After all this time our sponsored family is going to be able to restart their lives with the prospect of a permanent home and our group is ready to assist them in every way possible."

RRGW started their

campaign to sponsor a Syrian family back in 2015. Venema remembers, "We had an immediate and generous response from the Renfrew community, not only in terms of donations of cash, furniture, clothing and other essentials for living, but individuals made serious commitments to assist with language training, transportation, housing and other critical supports."

Part of the long delay was due to the end of the government's fast track program. Venema noted, "The first family identified for sponsorship by our group received an earlier offer from a United Nations program and we understand why they would accept the first opportunity to leave a refugee camp.

But that meant we had to reapply and, by that time, the fast track program was over."

Currently the Syrian family of four with two young children is completing their three-day Canadian Orientation Abroad training program, obtaining their exit visas from Jordan, where they had been granted temporary refugee status.

The Renfrew Refugee Welcome Group will be meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. at Trinity St. Andrew's United Church, 291 Plaunt St. S. in the chapel upstairs. New volunteers from the community who are interested in being a part of the RRWG are most welcome to attend.

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REQUEST FOR TENDER RFT #2019-16 THE RCDSB IS ISSUING A REQUEST FOR TENDER FOR AN AIR HANDLER REPLACEMENT AT CHAMPLAIN DISCOVERY PUBLIC SCHOOL, PEMBROKE, ON. A MANDATORY Site Visit is scheduled for Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at 10:00am at Champlain Discovery Public School, 390 Bell Street, Pembroke, ON. Bidders will be met by a RCDSB Representative at the front entrance of the school.

Only those bidders who attend the mandatory site visit and have their attendance recorded will be eligible to submit a bid.

The Request for Tender documents are available by visiting the RCDSB Bids & Tenders webpage at rcdsb.bidsandtenders.ca. Proponents may download the tender documents in preview mode prior to registering as a Plan Taker.

Sealed submissions, clearly labeled RFT #2019-16, will be received before 2:00:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2019 and must be submitted to the following address:

The Renfrew County District School Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all submissions. Lowest or any submission not necessarily accepted.

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BELL LET'S TALK ADDRESSES MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA Everyone is invited to join the conversation on Bell Let's Talk Day by sending messages of support across multiple platforms to drive both awareness and action in mental health.

Bell will donate five cents to Canadian mental health programs for each of the following interactions, at no extra cost to participants beyond what they would normally pay their service provider for online or phone access: . Talk: Every mobile and every long distance call made by Bell wireless and phone customers; . Text: Every text message sent by Bell wireless customers; . Twitter: Every tweet and retweet using #BellLetsTalk, featuring the special Bell Let's Talk emoji, and Bell Let's Talk Day video view at Twitter.com/Bell_LetsTalk; . Facebook: Every view of the Bell Let's Talk Day video at Facebook.com/BellLetsTalk and use of the Bell Let's Talk frame; . Instagram: Every Bell Let's Talk Day video view at Instagram.com/bell_letstalk; and, . Snapchat: Every use of the Bell Let's Talk filter and video view.

Total Bell Let's Talk Day interactions since the first event in 2011 stand at 867,449,649 and are expected to exceed 1 billion on Jan. 30. Bell's funding commitment for mental health, including the company's donations based on Bell Let's Talk engagement and its original $50-million donation to launch the initiative, is now $93,423,628.80 and expected to surpass $100 million on Jan. 30.

Bell Let's Talk has made a $300,000 donation to CHEO to support the Choice and Partnership Approach (CAPA), a program to help reduce wait times and improve access to mental health care.

CAPA decreases wait times and streamlines service delivery, empowering patients and families to be stewards of their own mental health through collaboration with clinicians to determine the optimum treatment plan. Donor support for this program will help CHEO reach its goal of being able to see patients for their first and second appointments within weeks, accelerating their access to the most effective care possible.

"Access to care is the top mental health need, and too many of our children and youth in eastern Ontario go without proper care," says Dr. Kathleen Pajer, Chief of CHEO's Department of Psychiatry. "We strive to have every child and youth needing non-urgent outpatient care receive it within four weeks and we are working hard to achieve this goal with CAPA." The earlier we can start managing mental health, the better we set up our children and youth for success and their best lives.

The Bell Let's Talk mental health initiative is focused on 4 key action pillars: Anti-stigma, Care and Access, Research and Workplace Leadership.

To learn more, please visit Bell.ca/LetsTalk.

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WHO WE ARE LETTERS & COMMENTARY ALLOWING ASSISTED DYING IN CARE HOMES A SIN: READER TO THE EDITOR:

What a shock to read "Assisted dying policy approved for Renfrew County's long-term homes" in the Dec. 11 issue (Renfrew Mercury).

Who would ever have imagined that our rural Renfrew County would be setting aside rooms to implement MAID (Medical Assistance in Dying)?

Doesn't anyone at Renfrew County council realize that just because Canada has "legalized" euthanasia and assisted dying, that doesn't make it morally right? I believe it is still a grave crime and a sin.

As far as "safeguards" go, forget it. Just as in Holland and Belgium where it was first legalized, those so-called protections against abuse were quickly overturned.

And even now, after only two-and-a-half years of "legality" in Canada, already the push is on for

knocking down all restrictions, such as consent.

Even now the federal government is looking into expanding the criteria for MAID for: 1) Mature minors, 2) incompetent people who previously requested MAID, and 3) for psychological suffering alone.

How dare we usurp God's law? In 1917 in Fatima, Portugal, during one of Mary, Mother of God's six apparitions to the three children - Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta she told them war is a punishment for sin (this was during the First World War), and that the present war would soon end (which it did, in 1918), but that if people would not stop sinning, there would be a worse war during the reign of Pope Pius

XI (of course, there was no Pius XI yet).

She said there would be a sign in the heavens preceding that war, and so it was that on the night of Jan. 29, 1938, a strange "aurora borealis" could be seen throughout Europe and parts of Africa, etc.

And, as we know, the Second World War followed soon after. And Pope Pius XI was the pope.

At the present time, when the world, including Canada, is absolutely saturated with sin - not acknowledging our Creator's plan for human life and marriage, and detached from God - would it be so unreasonable to expect the granddaddy of all wars?

May God have mercy on Canada and the entire world.

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QUAIL CREEK WOMEN KNIT TINY HATS FOR CHEO BABIES Two residents of Quail Creek Retirement Centre in Renfrew have used their knitting skills to create about 60 neo-natal hats for the smallest patients at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario.

Gabrielle Foy and Merle Ritz started knitting the tiny hats after some fine specialty yarn was donated to the Quail Creek Knitting Club, of which they are members.

"We decided to put it to good use," said Foy as she and Ritz took

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"They deserve a lot of credit," said Quail Creek's Patti Bernard.

"They did this all on their own time."

CHEO appreciates donations of hats and other knitted items as they bring comfort to premature babies and their families, she noted.

Foy and Ritz have been knitting for years. Foy remembers her mother teaching her to knit when

she was eight years old. "We were taught early in those days," said Foy. The women enjoy knitting as a hobby these days, but back then "it was a necessity," said Ritz.

The Quail Creek Knitting Club meets every Saturday morning and welcomes donations of yarn.

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Patti Bernard photo Gabrielle Foy, left, and Merle Ritz of Quail Creek with the beautfully created neo-natal hats they knitted for tiny patients at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario.

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THE STORIES SNOW CAN TELL WATCH THE SNOW FOR SIGNS OF WILDLIFE, SAYS MICHAEL RUNTZ MICHAEL RUNTZ Column

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Everyone loves a good book. A great storyteller will leave you wondering as to what is about to happen or did happen, or who did what to whom, and why. Nature is the consummate storyteller and the woods, fields, and frozen waterways are rife with tales of mystery, drama, success, and tragedy. Winter is the best time for reading good books and that certainly holds true for enjoying nature's newest releases, which inevitably appear after each new snowfall.

Sometimes nature's tales are easy to interpret. In the woods you come across small tracks arranged in groups of two pairs of prints, one pair small and one larger, that lead to a hole in the snow surrounded by scales of conifer cones. The story revealed is that of a red squirrel recently dining on the seeds of spruce cones, which were hidden last fall under a log now buried beneath the

Michael Runtz photo Ruffed Grouse toes grow scales that act as snowshoes for walking on snow. The foot's underside (seen here) is rough to prevent slipping on ice and to provide grip when walking on branches. snow.

On another outing you encounter a meandering trail of footprints consisting of three wide toes. The prints eventually end but farther ahead you spot a football-sized hole in the snow. A bit more than a metre ahead of that is another hole, this one bordered by a pair of wingprints. You dig down between the holes and discover a chamber with brown, elongate droppings on its bottom. This was a snow bed in which a ruffed grouse spent a cold night.

Other stories offer less obvious conclusions. An erratic, zigzag trail, consisting of sets of two large, elongated footprints in front of

two much smaller prints, suddenly ends with spots of blood in the snow, and barely discernible large wing imprints on either side of the last footprints. While the signs reveal that a snowshoe hare met its demise, the evidence doesn't seem to provide the identity of its slayer, nor reveal the time of day the fatal event occurred. Whether the hare was grabbed by a northern goshawk during the day or by an owl under the darkness of night, further forensic scrutiny is required before the mystery can be solved. Closer examination of the wingprints finds them consisting of individual feathers, the tips of which

appear blunt with poorly defined edges. Goshawks possess stiff wing feathers with hard edges that provide speed necessary to catch a fleeing animal. Owls own very different flight feathers, ones with broad, soft edges that provide silent flight, a must for sneaking up on prey under the calm of night. Thus, it seems evident that it was an owl that caught the hare.

The span between wingtips reveals it to be a large bird so barred and great horned owls become the likely suspects. But the spread seems large for a barred, and the hare was snatched from the snow, a feat unlikely to be performed by that smaller species. So tentatively one concludes that a great horned owl fed well that night.

With fresh snow in the weather forecast, I can't wait to see nature's newest releases!

The Nature email is 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 and photographically illustrated 12 books on natural history topics.

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EXTRA-ORDINARY RENFREW COUNTY ARTISTS PART OF UPCOMING POP-UP SHOWS SHERRY HAAIMA sherr y.haaima@ metroland.com A travelling art exhibition is coming to Renfrew County this spring! Watch for pop-up art exhibitions and community art workshops coming to a location near you.

Pop Up Art Renfrew County will travel to six communities throughout the county between April and September. The Extra-Ordinary Renfrew County exhibition is a multi-artist and multimedia exhibit exploring how the extraordinary can be found in our everyday lives in Renfrew County. The exhibition will pop up in unexpected places, such as municipal facilities, community facilities, private businesses and other public places. In conjunction with the exhibition, the public is invited to participate in community art workshops as the exhibit tours through the county. Pop Up Art will also have a website and social media presence so people can follow it around the county and participate online, as well as in person.

The organizers of Pop Up Art believe that by creating a mobile art space, it will provide access to meaningful artistic experiences. The mobile space does double duty as a way to assess the impact and viability of bringing mobile art experiences to people living in rural communities.

A countywide call-out gathered 11 artists to be featured in Extra-Ordinary Renfrew County this summer, and chances are you'll recognize the name of an artist (or two) near you: Eva Kaczkowski, Kazuby; Derrick Nearing, Pembroke; Patricia Thurston, Killaloe; Sylvia Tennisco, Pikwakanagan; Eva Gallagher, Deep River; Tanya Lyons, Killa-

loe; Paula Lapierre, Pembroke; Bridget Howarth, Brudenell; Mike Desrochers, Quadeville; Cameron Montgomery, Pembroke; and Kathryn Bossy, Haley Station.

Blacksmith-artist Mike Desrochers noted: "Renfrew County's rural and wilderness landscapes have inspired me for 45 years. I'm honoured to display across the county through the OVCAOS (Ottawa Valley Creative Arts Open Studio) Pop Up Art project and hopefully inspire others in return."

Each artist has chosen an object as a source of inspiration for their developing art pieces. Objects include a tree, a pot, a piece of driftwood, a pie, a saw blade, a green glass bottle, a birchbark purse, a pitcher, a plow tip, the piano at festival hall and a honeybee comb.

The objects are representative of a story surrounding the artist's experiences living in Renfrew County. Some of the stories include how a veteran uses art to heal and live with post-traumatic stress disorder; moving to an old farm in valley and discovering remnants from the past; connecting music in the valley; looking at the forestry industry today and a hundred years ago; how moose-meat pies tie a community together.

Eight different types of media are represented, including found objects, film, ceramic, painting, mosaic, blacksmithing, glass and textiles.

Kathryn Bossy explains: "Renfrew County offers a wealth of sights and sounds to inspire my mosaic artwork.

The Pop Up Art gallery is a rare and exciting opportunity to showcase our county and how, as artists, we translate this into art."

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Anya Gansterer photo Ottawa Valley Creative Arts Open Studio (OV-CAOS), in partnership with the Community Resource Centre (Killaloe), has launched Pop Up Art Renfrew County. Kathry Bossy, mosaic artist from Haley Station, is among the participating artists. Each artist has chosen an object as a source of inspiration for their developing art pieces. Bossy has chosen honeycomb. residents to have more opportunities to interact with art in public spaces. Ottawa Valley Creative Arts Open Studio (OV-CAOS), in partnership with the Community Resource Centre (Killaloe), has received a one-year seed grant from the Ontario Trillium Fund to create Pop Up Art Renfrew County, a travelling art exhibition and community art workshops for Renfrew County.

If you are interested in hosting Pop Up Art Renfrew County at your venue, or would like to know more about the project, please visit www.ov-caos.org or email anya@ov-caos.org.

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NEW BUSINESS IN BURNSTOWN OFFERS SWEET TREATS DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@ metroland.com

Derek Dunn/Metroland Julie Hartwick's baking business in Burnstown hit the road recently, taking part in the annual Renfrew wedding show. the Renfrew Armouries on Jan. 13, offering up free taste testers for the many brides-to-be and their sup-

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A new business in Burnstown is putting sweet treats on display.

Julie's Village Treats opened recently as a homebased business at 1694 Burnstown Rd., not a storefront, offering everything from wedding cakes to squares and cookies, to pies, breads, and even edible imaging. Bring a photo to Julie Hartwick, who

grew up in Arnprior, and she can turn it into a tasty treat.

"The image is made of sugar paper," she said. "It can be anything you want."

That service may be state of the art, but most of her creations are steeped in tradition.

"I learned how to bake from my grandmother. So it's all based on her recipes, but I've added something of my own."

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JUNIOR KINDERGARTEN AND KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FOR SEPTEMBER 1, 2019 SEE THE STUDENT ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM ON THE RCCDSB WEBSITE! JANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 1, 2019 inclusive 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Complete the online registration form at https://rccdsb.edu.on.ca then visit your designated school during the registration period. If you do not know your child’s designated school, please call your local Catholic school. If you are unable to register on these dates, please contact the school principal and make arrangements for a mutually convenient time to register.

Documents required to register your child Ø Proof of Residence (One of the following current documents: Utility bill, property tax bill; phone bill; purchase of property sale; other documentation to confirm a student’s residency status – note an Ontario driver’s license is not an acceptable form of documentation). Ø Proof of Age, Certificate of Immunization (Health Unit) Child’s Individual Health Card, Baptismal Certificate and Birth Certificate. Ø Your 911 address will also be required (PO Box is not acceptable). Ø Senior Kindergarten registrants must be five years old by December 31, 2019. Ø Junior Kindergarten registrants must be four years old by December 31, 2019. Ø Pupils who are presently attending Junior Kindergarten do not have to register for Senior Kindergarten.

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Tara Gesner/Metroland Frewfest, Renfrew’s annual winter carnival, brought a lively atmosphere to the Ma-Te-Way Activity Centre on Jan. 19. Top left: Happy Valley Face Painting has been painting smiles one colour at a time. Pictured, from left: Andee Riopelle, Shaelyn Dobec and Ellis Riopelle, all from Renfrew. Top right: The annual Ol' Bogies Vintage Snowmobile Show saw a number of entries.

Middle: Who says kids have all the fun? Suzanne Lachambre of Seniors' Home Support Renfrew & Area has a butterfly painted on her face by Darlene Schonnop. Bottom: The Town of Renfrew's new fire Chief, Kevin Welsh, and his wife, Corinna Welsh, have some fun at the photo booth. Kevin commenced his duties on Jan. 7. The couple is hoping to buy a home in Renfrew soon.

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NEWS

ICE SHACK UP IN FLAMES SHERRY HAAIMA sherr y.haaima@ metroland.com No one was injured when an ice shack on the Ottawa River was destroyed by fire Wednesday afternoon, Jan.16.

The shack was on the river at Sandy Hook in McNab/ Braeside, at the end of Neilson Street.

McNab/Braeside Fire station 3 (Braeside) was dispatched to the scene at 3:11 p.m., said Fire Chief Dave Hartwick.

Twelve firefighters, one pumper and the chief's truck responded.

McNab/Braeside resident Joe Lamorie said his wife, Noreen, noticed the shack on fire.

"She called me to come and see and I then called the McNab Fire Department to report it," he said in an email.

High winds caused the fire to burn quickly and much of the damage had been done by the time fire crews arrived. He was able to capture the prog-

RENFREW OPP CHARGE 3 PEOPLE WITH IMPAIRED DRIVING Once again, impaired drivers dominated this week's police briefs from the Renfrew OPP. Below are briefs relating to impaired driving and theft.

Joe Lamorie photo An ice shack burns on the Ottawa River in Sandy Hook Jan. 16. ress of the fire in a series of photographs.

"Interestingly there was a fire there at almost the same spot last year," noted Lamorie.

An ice shack was destroyed by fire in the same area Jan. 15, 2018.

The area has already been cleared.

"The owner returned last night and was in the process of cleanup and as of this morning the remains of the fire were gone," said Lamorie.

Hartwick said it was windy and cold at the time of the fire.

The shack owner had lit the stove and was preparing to return when the fire occurred.

"He had gone down and lit the fire, and had just gone back up to a house and was coming back down to fish," said Hartwick.

Firefighters used dry chemical extinguishers on the blaze, he said.

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3 on 3 Men’s League (4 including the goalie) $50/Player Played at the best outdoor rink in the Valley (Horton Community Centre) Tuesday Nights (subject to change) Starts in February 2019 **Length of program dependent on weather** To register your team e-mail Shane Lambert at recreation@ hortontownship.ca

NOTICE OF PUBlIC BUDGET MEETING TOWNSHIP OF HORTON PUBLIC NOTICE PRESENTATION OF 2019 MUNICIPAL BUDGET Section 290(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001 (S.O.2001, c.25) The Council of the Township of Horton will present its draft 2019 municipal budget for public input at a Public Meeting to be held in the Municipal Council Chambers, 2253 Johnston Road, commencing at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 30th, 2019. The finalized budget will be presented to Council after receiving notice of the 2019 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund allocation at the Regular Council Meeting immediately following this notice.

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A copy of the proposed budget is available for pickup at the Municipal Office and posted on the Township website www.hortontownship.ca. Inquiries should be directed to the Treasurer, Jennifer Barr at 613-432-6271.

Anyone wishing to make a presentation at the Public Meeting is to contact the CAO/Clerk for an appointment prior to 12:00 noon Friday January 25th, 2019.

PA DAY HOCKEY/SPORTS CAMP FEBRUARY 1, 2019 HORTON COMMUNITY CENTRE $45.00 PER PERSON Ages 5-10 Drop Off Time 8 am-8:30 am & Pick-Up Time 4 pm-4:30 pm Various sports and indoor activities throughout the day.

2 hours on Ice Lunch and Snacks not provided Full Hockey Gear required.

Indoor clothes for sports required and running shoes.

Ice time will include skills work, shooting and skating.

Registration Deadline January 18, 2019 TO REGISTER CONTACT Tina Hunt tinahunt21@hotmil.com OR Jamie Prince Jamie.prince9@yahoo.com

OUTDOOR RINK The Horton Outdoor Rink is now OPEN!!

For schedule please go to www.hortontownship.ca or like our Facebook page Township of Horton

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The Horton Winter Carnival will be held on February 23rd, 2019 at the Horton Community Centre Watch the Horton Township website and Facebook page for the schedule of events happening that day!

Impaired driving Three drivers will be attending criminal court in Renfrew regarding alcohol related criminal driving charges laid during the past week.

On Thursday, Jan. 10 at approximately 3:48 p.m., a female driver was stopped in Renfrew after a check of the licence plate showed unconfirmed insurance status relating to the vehicle. The investigation revealed there was no valid insurance on the vehicle,

and the driver had been drinking. She failed a roadside alcohol screening test and was arrested. Following further breath tests at the detachment Rachel Stekelenburg, 41, of Renfrew was charged with driving over 80 and driving with no insurance. She was released on a promise to appear in court in Renfrew on Feb. 27 for the over 80 charge, and on Feb. 15 for the insurance-related charge. These charges have not been proven in court. Provincial Const.

Patrick O'Connor led the investigation.

On Saturday, Jan. 12 at approximately 11:10 p.m., O'Connor was conducting a RIDE program at Bellamy Road and Bayview Lodge Road in McNabBraeside Township when he stopped a vehicle. Police say the male driver had been drinking and failed a roadside alcohol screening test. Following further breath tests at the detachment, Colin Millican, 27, of Ottawa was charged with impaired driving and driving over 80. These charges have not been proven in

court. He was released on a promise to appear in court in Renfrew on Feb. 27.

On Sunday, Jan. 13 at approximately 6:04 p.m., provincial Const. Mark O'Dacre stopped a vehicle on Highway 17 near Castleford Road in Horton Township for several traffic offences. Police say the female driver had been drinking. After a standard field sobriety test was administered, she was arrested. Following further tests at the detachment Angela Quade, 38, of Horton was charged with impaired driving and driving over 80. These charges have not been proven in court. She was released on a promise to appear in court in Renfrew on Feb. 27.

Thefts Officers investigated four thefts under $5,000 during the past week. A framed picture outside a home, a chainsaw, a quantity of cash and gasoline were all stolen. There is a suspect in each case and the investigations are ongoing.

VALLEY ANIMAL RESCUE FEATURED CAT OF 2018 FRECKLES! Pretty girl Freckles is approximately 4 years old. We decided that she should be our feature story for last year!

She was once a stray cat and was found together with her three kittens; that we named Julius, Cleo and Heidi. We rescued momma and her babies and placed them in one of our foster family’s home to be cared for and socialized. It took her months to come out of hiding while in her foster home. She had to gain the trust of people. The day finally came that we had been waiting for; she let her foster mom pet her and she started to play with toys.

She would still go to the security of her cardboard box but not as frequent. The time came that her kittens were adopted, and Freckles was left alone. It was decided that she would go to Rick’s Pet Store in Renfrew for the next phase of her socialization. The amazing staff at Rick’s worked their magic with Freckles and she has become a very sweet cat and would make a purrfect pet! We recommend that she be adopted by someone with out other cats and no dogs please! She likes to be petted and get belly rubs. Drop in to visit this lovely girl at Rick’s Pet Store in Renfrew!

Thanks for supporting Valley Animal Rescue!

Donations can be made by email transfer to valleyanimalrescue@hotmail.com or through Canada Helps.

Please send any inquiries to valleyanimalrescue@hotmail.com

MULTIPLE CHARGES FOR WHITEWATER REGION MAN Thefts, an impaired driver, a flight from police, mischief charges and domestic violence are among this week’s police briefs from the Renfrew area OPP.

Thefts Renfrew and Arnprior officers responded to four theft complaints during the past week. The first involved theft of gas where an incorrect licence plate was obtained.

A pet owner in Greater Madawaska Township advised their two dogs had been stolen over the past two months.

The dogs were pure breed Australian shepherds and they are missing from a property on Windle Road. Const. Mary Hawkes is leading the investigation.

Const. Dave Peace is investigating the theft of merchandise from Giant Tiger in Arnprior.

The theft occurred on Tuesday, Jan. 15 and the suspect is a male.

Impaired Drivers On Friday, Jan. 18 at approximately 10:11 p.m.

Const. Amedeo Jean-Louis stopped a motor vehicle for a traffic offence on White Lake Road in the Village of White Lake.

The driver had been drinking and failed a roadside alcohol screening test.

Following further tests at the detachment Jade Russett, 25, of Arnprior was charged with driving over 80 milligrams. He was released on a promise to appear in court in Renfrew on Feb. 27. This charge has not been proven in court. ***** On Tuesday, Jan. 15 at approximately 11:47 p.m., Const. Jason Golds was conducting radar speed enforcement on Highway 17 in Horton Township when he observed a vehicle travelling westbound at a very high rate of speed.

Police say the speed was locked on radar and the of-

ficer attempted to stop the vehicle.

The male driver refused to stop and after observing the driver and licence plate, the officer stopped all attempts to stop the vehicle for public safety reasons.

The officer instead attended the residence of the registered owner of the vehicle.

Following a brief investigation, the male driver was located and arrested for flight from police and failing an alcohol screening test.

Following the complete investigation Sebastien Buxcey, 24, of Whitewater Region Township, was charged with flight from police, impaired driving and refusing to provide a breath sample. He was released on a promise to appear in court in Renfrew on Feb. 27. He was also charged under the Highway Traffic Act with stunt driving — speeding in excess of 50 kilometres per

hour or more above the posted limit, and failing to use lower beams while meeting traffic. He was issued a summons to appear in traffic court in Renfrew on Feb. 15. These charges have not been proven in court.

Mischief Overnight sometime Jan. 17 to 18, someone broke a door knob off a front door at a residence on June Street in Renfrew. Const.

Janet Guy is investigating.

A lock was cut and a trailer accessed while the truck and trailer were parked overnight at the Antrim truck stop. On the morning on Jan. 15, the transport driver located the damage. He had been asleep in the truck overnight and did not hear the incident. Nothing was stolen. Const. Chris Colton is investigating.

Also on Tuesday, Jan. 15, a quantity of tools were stolen from a parked truck.

The owner advised the vehicle was parked in a parking lot on Calabogie Road between 3:45 a.m. and 4:15 p.m.

During that time, police say someone cut open the tonneau cover and stole a cordless impact Milwaukee drill, a cordless Milwaukee drill, a socket set made by Mastercraft, various bottle jacks and extension cords, three hitch receivers, tarps and various lights. Const.

Amedeo Jean-Louis is investigating.

Domestic Violence Arnprior and Renfrew officers investigated six domestic disputes during the past week.

One female was charged with assault, one male was charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, one male was charged with uttering threats and one male was charged with four counts of assault, two counts of uttering threats and one count of forcible

confinement. No other criminal offences were alleged.

If you or someone you know is living in or involved in an abusive relationship, help is available.

Contact Bernadette McCann House 24-7 for support, advice or the safety of a shelter at 1-800-2674930.

The Women's Sexual Assault Centre of Renfrew County is also available 24-7 for information and support at 1-800-663-3060.

You could also attend the emergency department of any hospital in Renfrew County and ask to speak to a member of the Assault Response Team.

Victim Services of Renfrew County is also available to provide emotional and practical assistance to people who have experienced domestic violence.

They can be reached at 613-649-2852 or toll free at 1877-568-5730. In emergencies call 911.

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 24

Renfrew Silver Seniors Luncheon WHEN: 12:00 p.m - 1:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Legion Branch 148, 30 Raglan St S, Renfrew CONTACT: Renfrew Silver Seniors, 613-432-2361 COST: $5.00 Noon Hour luncheon Dementia Presentation WHEN: 1:00 p.m 3:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Golden Age Activity Centre, 212 Raglan St S, Renfrew CONTACT: fayoreilly@renfrewgoldenage.ca, 613-431-8289, www.renfrewgoldenage.ca Presentation by The Dementia Society of Ottawa & Renfrew County Walk the halls at Opeongo High School WHEN: 6:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m WHERE: Opeongo High School, 1990 Cobden Road, AdmastonBromley CONTACT: North Algona Wilberforce Township Office, 613-628-2080 Tuesday and Thursday 6-8 p.m.

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Horton Euchre WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Horton Community Centre, 1005 Castleford Rd, Renfrew CONTACT: Shane Lambert, 613-433-3303, www.hortontownship.ca/recreation/events-festivals/euchre-7622.html COST: $4 per person Every second Thursday, starting Sept. 20 (except Dec. 27), includes prizes and light lunch.Potluck supper Dec. 13 and May 30.

Al-Anon WHEN: 7:30 p.m 9:00 p.m WHERE: MacKay Manor, 196 Argyle St S, Renfrew CONTACT: 1-888-425-2666 Is someone's alcoholic drinking affecting your life? Al-Anon can help.

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Cupcakes for a Cause - Valley Animal Rescue & Pet Valu WHEN: 11:30 a.m - 4:30 p.m WHERE: Pet Value, 640 O'Brien Rd, Renfrew CONTACT: Linda Gervais, 613-432-9231, valleyanimalrescue@hotmail.com We will be selling cupcakes with proceeds going to Valley Animal Rescue. The cupcakes are from Kitchen to Kitchen owned by Charlene Reopelle of Renfrew! We will also have the "Square Game" Fun for everyone!

Wellness Clinic WHEN: 1:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Golden Age Activity Centre, 212 Raglan St S, Renfrew CONTACT: fayoreilly@renfrewgoldenage.ca, 6134318289, fayoreilly@renfrewgoldenage.ca, http://www.renfrewgoldenage.ca Please join us for a wellness clinic preformed by our local EMTs at the Golden Age Activity Centre

Ray Stoppa and Friends WHEN: 3:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m WHERE: Cobden Legion Branch 550, 43a Main Street, WhitewaterRegion CONTACT: Ron Jaremkow, 6136027879, ronjar43@gmail.com, http:// www.CobdenLegion.ca Jamming with Ray's western music!

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Robbie Burns celebration WHEN: 2:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m WHERE: Eganville Legion Branch 353, 57 Veterans Way, Bonnechere Valley CONTACT: Guy Jamieson, 613-6282234 COST: $10 at the door Entertainment by the Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums, Highland dancing, fiddling, stepdancing, and the singing of some of your favourite songs from Scotland. Fundraiser for the Bonnechere Museum.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 26

Robbie Burns Day Party WHEN: 12:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Golden Age Activity Centre, 212 Raglan St S, Renfrew CONTACT: fayoreilly@renfrewgoldenage.ca, 613-4318289, fayoreilly@renfrewgoldenage.ca COST: $8 Join us at the Golden Age Activity Centre for our Robbie Burns Day party with Guy Jamieson piping in the Haggis, then lunch. Tickets on sale at the Centre for $8.

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Fundraising 6-hand euchre WHEN: 1:30 p.m WHERE: Eganville & District Senior Citizens Needs Association, 30 Bell St, Bonnechere Valley CONTACT: 613-628-2354, http://www.bonnecherevalleytwp.com/events/ fundraising-6-hand-euchre-1350.html COST: $3 6-Hand euchre, no registration fee. The fee to participate is $3.

MONDAY, JANUARY 28

Pickleball WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Horton Community Centre, 1005 Castleford Rd, Renfrew CONTACT: Shane Lambert, 613-433-3303, 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)

TUESDAY, JANUARY 29

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

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Bingo WHEN: 7:00 p.m - 10:00 p.m WHERE: RCAF 433 Wing, 164 Argyle St. S., Renfrew CONTACT: Donna, 613-4324485, afac433wing@yahoo.com First champlain seniors bingo of 2019, $1,000 jackpot along with the regular prize board. Canteen will be open to start the New Year.

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DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS CONTRIBUTE TO ATS PROGRAM Marci Joyce has been a volunteer member of the regional Addictions Treatment Service at Renfrew Victoria Hospital since 2011. She is passionate about the programs offered and building awareness of those programs in our community.

For the fourth year running, she presented a donation of $500 to ATS through the RBC Employee Volunteer Grants program that recognizes staff

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Renfrew Victoria Hospital/Submitted Advisory committee members, from left, are Rae-Anne Porter, Debra Woodfine, Marcie Joyce, Sandi Wright, Kim MacLeod, Service Director, ATS, Cathy Wishman Leury, Barb Scott, Adminstrative Assistant, ATS, and Julia Boudreau, RVH VP of Corporate Services. Missing advisory committee members are Clint Young and Natalie Stevenson. members' community work by supporting the charity for which they volunteer.

"We are so grateful for the many levels of support that Marci has provided to ATS over the years. Her passion for this work is evident in the commitment she has shown and her drive to educate people about the services we provide in order to improve their lives," says Kim MacLeod, ATS service director.

Julia Boudreau, vice president of corporate services at RVH, adds, "The volunteer members of our advisory committee, including Joyce, provide the insight into the needs in our community. We are truly appreciative of their time, knowledge, insight and expertise."

This year the RBC funds will be used toward supplies for the Parent's Lifelines of Eastern Ontario (PLEO), a program offered by Addictions Treatment Services for the last three years. PLEO works with other major health services organiza-

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tions in our region to provide guidance and support for parents and caregivers of children with mental health or addiction challenges. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month at the ATS offices in the basement of 510 Raglan St. and are open to anyone to drop in.

"The PLEO program is growing, but it is not yet widely known," stated Joyce. "It is one aspect of the services we are so lucky to have at RVH. Addiction touches the whole family of those who are affected and ATS offers services for the family as well."

Addictions Treatment Service is available to anyone who has concerns (personal or for a family member) about the use of alcohol, drugs or gambling.

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Farm Credit Canada/photo Anna Debar and Michael Wright, right, from Renfrew Collegiate Institute are happy to receive $1,000 from Corey Benner from Farm Credit Canada to support the school food program.

RCI BREAKFAST PROGRAM RECEIVES $1,000 FROM FCC JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com The food program at Renfrew Collegiate Institute has received another $1,000 boost from Farm Credit Canada.

The Farm Credit Canada (FCC) office in Kanata recently presented the money to Renfrew Collegiate Institute (RCI) representatives Anna Debar and Michael Wright.

It's part of a $100,000 contribution announced on Dec. 6 and made to 100 schools across Canada through the FCC's Drive Away Hunger campaign.

The RCI food program provides breakfasts that are accessible to all students five days a week at the school. The school received a $1,000 FCC donation in September for its Food for Learning program.

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has supported meal programs at Canadian schools.

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by FCC offices across the country.

"No child should ever have to go to school on an empty stomach," said FCC president Michael Hoffort. "That's why we are joining our industry partners and taking the fight against hunger to the schools, as well as collecting food and cash donations for Canada's food banks."

FCC Drive Away Hunger is a unique food drive that involves driving a tractor and trailer through communities to collect food and cash donations for food banks across the country. Since 2004, the program has provided more than 50 million meals.

To learn more about FCC Drive Away Hunger, visit www.fccdrivewawayhunger.ca.

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Morand, Florence Julia

(nee Shirley) It is with sadness we announce the death of Flo on January 17, 2019 at the age of 75.

Beloved wife of Edward Morand.

Loving stepmother of Jerry (Shannon) Morand.

Cherished grandmother of Laughlan. Daughter of the late Tom Shirley and Mary Dillon. Dear sister to Joan (late DJ Brennan) Toronto, Billy (Colleen) Nepean, Bonnie (late Jim Morgan) Toronto, Lana (Leo Bourque) Nepean, Kevin (Eileen) Douglas, Jackie (Dawna) Edmonton, Sheila (Rodney Barr) Douglas. Predeceased by brothers Bobby, Maxi, Paul, Leonard and John, sisters Mary Lou Brown, Jean Donahue and Pat Bryer. Flo will be sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews, her puppy Molly and extended Morand family’s.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Michaels Church, Douglas Ontario on January 26 at 12:00 pm. Interment Parish Cemetery.

The family wishes to thank the RAD ONC and medicine unit 6th floor west and Dr. Goindi and staff at the Ottawa General Hospital Campus for the special care given to Flo. Donations to this unit will be greatly appreciated.

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Evoy, Arthur Russell “Art” (Korean War Veteran 2RCHA) Passed peacefully on January 13, 2019 in the Fairview Manor.

(Almonte, ON.) Art Of Carleton Place, Ontario, in his 88th year.

Predeceased by his first wife Elizabeth “Bessie” (nee Poynter). Fondly remembered by his four children Steven, Kevin, Michael, and Cathy (Craig Campbell). Proud “Grandpa” to Mandi, Josie, and Sarah. Missed by his many friends. Donations in memory of Art may be made to the Alzheimer Society. A special thank-you to all the staff at the Fairview Manor for their care and support.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL Inc. (127 Church Street, Almonte, ON. (613)256-3313) Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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Cole, Mervin “Scotty”

Peacefully; after a difficult illness, in Hospice Renfrew, surrounded by family on January 15, 2019 at the age of 80 years.

Loving husband and best friend of Gail (Wallace) for 60 years. Dear father of Marvine (Jim MacGregor) and Allan (Wanda) Cole. Grandfather to the late Adam (Stefanie) MacGregor, Matthew (Tania) MacGregor, Taylor (Lynn) Cole and Jake (Jayme) Cole. He will be dearly missed by his great grandchildren Lennon, Ruby, Cole, Jonah, Emmi and Daniel.

All professional arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Zohr Family Funeral Home, Renfrew. Family services will be held in the spring. For those desiring, donations would be greatly appreciated by the family to the Kidney Foundation or Hospice Renfrew and can be made online at www.zohrfuneralhome.com

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Kennedy, Enid Marie (Grenier)

Peacefully at Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Friday, January 18th, 2019 at the age of 96.

Beloved wife of the late Jack Kennedy.

Loving mother of Diane (Earl Jones) and Elizabeth “Beth” (Thom Foster). She will be dearly missed by her grandchildren David Plaunt (Lois), Michael Plaunt, Elanna Foster (Michael) and Darryl Foster (Sean).

Survived by her sister-in-law Olive Wilson.

Predeceased by her parents Lawrence Grenier and Eva Belle Rousselle. She is loved and missed by many nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend their greatest gratitude to Dr. Pinard, the 2nd floor staff and nurses at the Renfrew Victoria Hospital, for their support and care of Enid. Visitation will be held at Zohr Family Funeral Home, 22 Raglan St. S. Renfrew, on Saturday, January 26th, 2019 from 11am - 12:30pm. Funeral Mass will take place at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Renfrew, at 1:00 pm followed by cremation.

Those desiring may make donations to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Foundation in memory of Enid on-line at www.zohrfuneralhome.com

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(Retired OPP) Peacefully and suddenly at home on Wednesday, January 16, 2019.

Bert Of Almonte, Ontario, at the age of 80.

Will be missed by his wife of 52 years Norma (nee Wallace). Loving father to Traci and Ken (Kim).

Proud “Grandpa” of Marin and Rowan Hulford and Maxwell McIntyre. Fondly remembered by Paul Hulford (Stephanie) and “Grandpa Bert” to Phoebe. Bert will be missed by all that knew him. If so desired, a donation in memory of Bert may be made to the Almonte General Hospital Fairview Manor Foundation.

To honour Bert, be a good friend and neighbor.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL Inc. (127 Church Street, Almonte, ON. (613)256-3313) Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

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September 24th, 1923-January 10th, 2019 Doreen of Arnprior and formerly of Ottawa passed away peacefully at Broadview, Smiths Falls Thursday January 10th, 2019 at the age of 95 years. Doreen was predeceased by her beloved husband, Kenneth. Dear mother of Linda Jean Murray-Herbert (Michael) of Smiths Falls and beloved Aunt Dorie to Joan, Jim, Bonnie and Janice Bradley.

Also predeceased by sister Isabel Hodgins and brother Milton Bradley. Daughter of Roy and Edith (Caldwell) Bradley. Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street North, Arnprior.

Doreen’s family received friends during visitation Wednesday January 16th, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until time of Memorial Service in the Boyce Chapel at 11:00 a.m.

Interment Arnprior Albert Street Cemetery. In memory of Doreen, in lieu of flowers a donation to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

Condolences/Tributes/Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca

Regan, William “Bill”

After a long illness, our beloved Bill passed away peacefully on Friday January 18, 2019 at the age of 65. Cherished husband of Judy Blimkie for 43 years. Loving Dad of Barb and father in law of Corey Crozier. Devoted poppa of Griffin and Cohen.

Dear brother of Margaret (Bernard Gerritse), Barry (Diane), Lloyd (JoAnn), and Sandra. Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Alice Regan, siblings Kenneth (late Irene), Garry, Donald, Earl, Jack and Ronnie. Survived by his sisters in law Rose, Shirley, Dianne, Dale, Mary (Bill), and Teresa (Jim), his brother in law Vince (Anne) and his many nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Groves Park Lodge “Gem Hall” 470 Raglan St, N Renfrew on Saturday February 2nd from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm. Donations in Bills’s memory may be made to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital.

Online condolences/donations may be made at www.gouletfuneralhome.com

(Past Pres. North Lanark Highland Games, Member of the Ottawa Highlanders, former member of the Sons of Scotland, Ottawa Police Services & R.C.M.P. pipe bands) Tragically in a bus collision in Ottawa on Friday, Jan. 11, 2019.

Judy Booth (nee: Sewell) of Ottawa and formerly of Almonte, age 57 years.

Loving wife of Chesley “Ches” Booth. Much loved and cherished mom of Karen & Holly Benvie (Sean). Proud Nanny of Lily. Special sister to Wendy, Lori & Terry.

Friends are invited to share memories at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL Inc..

127 Church Street, Almonte, Ont. (613)256-3313 on Friday, Jan. 18 from 2 to 4 & 6 to 8 PM. A Celebration of Judy’s life will take place in the Almonte Civitan Hall, on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 2 PM. with pipe band honours accorded.

For those who may choose to honour Judy with a memorial donation, please consider the North Lanark Highland Games.

Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com

Edna died peacefully at the Arnprior & District Memorial Hospital at the age of 93 after a brief illness. Predeceased by her loving husband Doug in 2008, her parents William and Anna Wolff, her sister Alma Zimmerman and her husband Jack, and her brother Cecil Wolff and his wife Jean. Edna is survived by her brother Earl Wolff (late Anne) of Oshawa, many nieces, nephews and cousins, and her dear longtime friend Isobel Munro of Arnprior.

Edna was a proud 1946 graduate of the Ottawa Civic Hospital School of Nursing, class 46B. She began her long career in the nursing profession at the Arnprior & District Memorial Hospital as a nurse and then nursing superintendent. Edna then worked as an industrial nurse at AECL in Deep River, Computing Devices of Canada in Bells Corners, and Digital Equipment Corporation in Kanata. Edna served in various volunteer capacities including the Arnprior Hospital board and church organizations. A generous, devoted, faithful, and very classy lady, and an accomplished knitter, Edna was a friend and colleague to many, and deeply loved by her family. Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street North, Arnprior. Funeral service on Saturday January 26, 2019 at 11 AM at Emmanuel Anglican Church, 287 Harrington Street, Arnprior, preceded by a visitation at 10 AM at the church, and followed by a reception in the church hall. Interment of cremated remains Arnprior Albert Street Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation in memory of Edna.

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LEVI, John

(Community Leader and Entrepreneur) It is with the deepest sadness that Helen and her family announce that John passed away suddenly but peacefully in Kissimmee, Florida while surrounded by loved ones on Sunday afternoon, January 13th, 2019. He was 76 years old. A devoted and loving husband for more than 52 years, he will be profoundly missed by his wife Helen (nee Giles), and their children Tanice Levi (Eric Katmarian) of Ottawa; Tracy Brown (Tony), Terri-Lynn Currie and Thomas Levi (Michele), all of Almonte.

A cherished and proud “Grandpa”, he will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren: Dylan, Colin, Jackson, Sophia, John, Jake, Emily, William, Timothy and Julia. John’s dear brothers James (Sandra) of North Carolina; Art (Helen) of Almonte and Edward “Ted” (Nancy) of Pakenham as well as his many nieces and nephews are also in our hearts. Predeceased by his parents, John and Helen (nee Campbell) Levi as well as his brother, Randall (Louise) of Kingston, we know John is not alone. Family and his community meant everything to John. As an entrepreneur and member of many community service groups and sports organizations, he shared his passions for “making a deal” and serving others. He was very, very proud of his legacy with Home Hardware, having grown the business from a small space on Mill St. to its current location. When John retired ten years ago, it was a great source of pride and joy that his son, Thomas, took over and continued to expand and grow the store. As a politician (Councillor, Mayor, and Deputy Mayor), John worked tirelessly to build and improve his community, always with a focus on the things he saw as practical and necessary to provide opportunities for growth and improved quality of life for the residents of Mississippi Mills.

He believed absolutely in the motto: “Equal opportunities for all, no special favours for anyone.” As a member and past-president of the Almonte Civitan Club for over 30 years, a past Master of the Almonte Masonic Lodge, a dedicated member for many years of the Almonte Chamber of Commerce (formerly the BIA), and a coach and executive member of a variety of sports clubs in Almonte, John devoted countless hours directly impacting the lives of many local residents.

In particular, John was passionate about ringette and coached his three daughters for many years. Their incredible shared experiences included participation in an international tournament in Finland, the Ontario Winter Games, and several provincial championship finals. In 1991, John was inducted into the Ontario Ringette Hall of Fame as a community builder of the sport. John loved to travel and never missed an opportunity to experience new things. He fought for what he believed in and never lost his desire to change the world.

We are so very proud of him and grateful for his time here on Earth. Family and 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, January 19th from 6 to 8 p.m. and again on Sunday, January 20th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A Tribute to John took place in the Pilon Family Chapel on Monday afternoon, January 21st at 1 o’clock.

A reception followed at the Almonte Civitan Club from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Spring interment White Lake Cemetery. A Masonic Service took place at the funeral home on Sunday evening at 6 p.m. In memory of John, please consider a donation to the Ottawa Heart Institute or the Almonte Civitan Club.

Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca

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Bertrand, Ginette

Passed away peacefully at the Pontiac Reception Centre, Shawville, Québec on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at the age of 75 years old. Daughter of the late Gérard Bertrand and the late Simone Perrier.

Beloved mother of André.

Special grandmother of Scott (Kim Angrignon), Stacey and great grandmother of Dyson Aubrey, Nicholas Angrignon and Sébastien Angrignon. Sister of Gilles (Marleen Romain) and the late Father Yvon Bertrand.

Ginette leaves to mourn her companion Ron Barrington, as well as many nieces, nephews, fiends and also the Aubrey family. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at église St. Pierre, Fort-Coulonge, Quebec on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at 1 p.m. Interment St. Pierre Cemetery, Mansfield, Quebec in the spring. www.hayesfuneralhome.ca

ARGUE, Margie

(nee Paige) Peacefully at the Almonte General Hospital in the early morning hours of Thursday, January 17, 2019; Margaret Anne “Margie” Argue of Pakenham passed away following a courageous struggle with brain cancer. She was 65. Beloved wife and best friend of Ritchie for over 46 years. Dearly loved and proud mother of Paige Wattie (Jared), Gillian Argue, and Grace Badham (Andrew).

Cherished and devoted “Nana” of Ella, Oscar, Sadie, Lyall and Danny. Dear sister of Ian Paige (Janet Rintoul), Jane Barr (Stewart) and Sandra Paige (Francis Fuca). Predeceased by her parents, Bert and Mary (nee Nicholson) Paige as well as a sister, Dawn and a brother, Danny. Fondly remembered by Joan and Brent McDougall, Doug and Shirley Argue, Alice and Kevin Puddington as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews and so many wonderful friends. Born in Kitchener, Ontario, Margie and her family moved to Pakenham when she was 13. She quickly became the community builder that she was as she took part and contributed to just about every Pakenham area activity. While attending ADHS, Margie also worked part time at The Guide newspaper in Arnprior and remained there for several years after graduating from grade 12. She then went on to join the Royal Bank in Pakenham where she served residents in every level of customer service until retirement. Margie earned the love and respect of all who knew her. Her zest and spirit will be missed. Family and friends are invited to St. Andrew’s United Church, 2585 County Road 29, Pakenham for a service in memory of Margie on Saturday morning, January 26th at 11 o’clock. A reception will follow at the Stewart Community Centre in Pakenham. In memory of Margie, please consider a donation to the Almonte General Hospital Foundation or St. Andrew’s United Church, Pakenham.

Entrusted to the professional care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior.

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GILLIS Neil Robert Theodore

February 12, 1934 to January 1, 2019 Neil was the son of Bernard and Ina (Peters) Gillis and was born in Pictou, NS. He had three sisters: Mary (Emberley), Olive (Fosty), Bernice (Hardy) and a step-sister, Isabel Campbell (Riggs) (deceased). Neil is predeceased by his wife, Margaret Elizabeth (Campbell) Gillis with whom he had 4 children: Robert, Carleton Place, ON; Wanda (deceased); Joanne, Arnprior, ON; and Kevin, Okotoks, AB. He is also predeceased by his common-law spouse of 17 years, Fran Gavel, with whom he lived in Lower Sackville until he moved in to the Camp Hill Veterans Memorial Building in December, 2017. Neil is survived by his grandchildren: Stephanie; Richard (Samantha), David (Christine), Diana (Matt), Bob, and Turner Cole, and by his great grandchildren:Ryan, Emma, Makenna, Abby, Gavin, Carter, Tye, Payton, Phoebe, Noah and Jade. Neil had many nieces, nephews. Neil came from humble beginnings and learned the ways of nature and the woods at a very young age. He was living in Pictou on his own when he met an RCMP officer who Neil credited with taking him to the recruiting office and getting him signed up to join the army.

Although Neil was not old enough, he was a tall lad with a frame to fit; he had no problem getting in. He said he was always grateful to that Officer for what he called, “setting him on the right path”. He was a Corporal, Gunner, and spent his career in the army in many European countries, but most notable was his service in the Korean War. He saw things he could never talk about, but talked about many of the great people he met and places he had been. He rubbed shoulders with royalty, movie stars, athletes and politicians, and was proud to tell you about them. Neil was very proud to be a member of Canada’s military, and, as an extension of that, a member of the Black Watch of Canada and the Royal Canadian Legion. Although Neil suffered through many medical issues throughout his life, he was always thankful that he was in control of his mind, and he loved to learn new things. While he did not go to school beyond the 6th grade, he was proud to say that his IQ score when he entered the Army was 159. Neil was always thankful for the medical care over the years, but he was most thankful to the staff at Camp Hill Veterans Memorial Building. They treated him with respect and encouraged him to engage with as many people as possible, especially new arrivals on his floor. Neil was a soft spoken person and frequently spent time with new residents to make them feel at home and to help them settle in. He loved the staff at Camp Hill, and they loved him. He took part in everything from the food committee meetings to playing bocce. Special thanks go out to the staff at Camp Hill. Thank you. He loved nature and was happy to just drop a line the in the water; no matter if he caught anything. He loved to sit and watch the animals and birds; especially his beloved eagles. When you see an eagle, think of Neil. When Neil left the army he enjoyed many years with the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires in the Ottawa area where he lived with his family. He especially enjoyed his work because of all the people he met and got to know over the years. Neil always called Pictou home, and he moved back to New Glasgow in his retirement years.

It was there that he met Fran and with whom he spent 17 years in Lower Sackville. Fran’s children were as much his family as his own and he will be greatly missed by both families.

Cremation has taken place, and a small private family ceremony will be held at a later date to say our last good byes. For Memorial donations, please consider the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society or the Human Body Donation Program, Dept. of Medical Neuroscience, Dalhousie University.

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Peplinski, Stanley

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stanley at his home on Monday January 7th, 2019 at the age of 67. Dear son of the late Walter and Mary Peplinski.

Loving husband of Donna Coulas for 45 years. Dear Dad of Rick (Christine) and Nikki (Jimmy MacDonald).

Proud grandpa of Brittney, James, Heidi, Dustin, Farrah, and Ruth. Dear brother of Max (Linda), Rose (late Leonard Valliquette), Felix (Pauline), Barbara (Ben Bachinskie), Lucy (Jerry Stokes), Bernadette Peplinski, Maryanne (Paul Cunningham) Dear brother in law of Julie. Predeceased by his brothers Dominic,and Nicholas (late Doris). Stan will be greatly missed by his many nieces and nephews and his best friend Buster the cat . A Memorial Mass was celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Church, Renfrew on Saturday January 12 th at 10:30 am. Spring interment Parish Cemetery. Donations in Stanley’s memory may be made to the Renfrew Victoria Hospital.

Online condolences/donations may be made at www.gouletfuneralhome.com

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PRAYER TO the Blessed Virgin, never to fail! Oh most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven.

Blessed Mother of the Son of God. Immaculate Virgin, assist me in necessity, Oh Star of the Sea. Help me and show me, here you are “my mother”. Oh Holy Mary Mother of God, Queen of heaven and earth. I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to secure me in my necessity (make request).

There are none that can withstand your power. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times).

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PRAYER: to the Blessed Virgin, never to fail!

Oh, most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven.

Blessed Mother of the Son of God. Immaculate Virgin, assist me in necessity, Oh Star of the Sea. Help me and show me, here you are “my mother.” Oh, Holy Mary Mother of God, Queen of heaven and earth. I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to secure me in my necessity (make request.) There are none that can withstand your power.

Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times.) Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then you must publish it and it will be granted to you.

Grateful Thanks J.S.

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Albert (Ab) Reed January 29th, 2018

My soulmate gone but never forgotten I watched you suffer, I saw you die But all I could do was sit close by.

You went away, we had to part God eased your pain, But broke my heart.

Till we meet again my Love Brenda

Audrey Hawley January 26th, 2017

It’s been 2 years now since we held your hand As you took your last breath.

To be present as you left this earth To be with Jesus was both heartbreaking And yet a privilege.

I see your face; your voice I long to hear.

Time does not take away the pain, But I know you’re in a better place.

I will miss you forever Audrey Life has forever changed.

Love you always and forever, Gordon & Family

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LECLAIR In loving memory of my dad Emmett Who passed away January 23, 2015.

Emmett Leclair Husband of Blanche Sidney Father of Kathleen, Lynda and Brenda

In our hearts your memory lingers Always tender, fond and true There’s not a day dear dad We do not think of you

Gone are the days we used to share But in our hearts you’re always there Never more than a thought away Loved and remembered every day.

Brenda, Bill and Family

Love Kathleen

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Bruce Leslie

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Margaret

March 10th, 2007 Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day Unseen, unheard but always near Still loved, still missed And very dear Love Donna, Jerry & Family

COADY, Carmel - In remembrance of a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who left this earth, January 31, 2013.

Though her smile is gone forever And her hand we cannot touch, We have so many memories Of the one we loved so much.

Her memory is our keepsake With which we will never part.

God has her in His keeping, We have her in our hearts.

Life is not forever… our love is.

Doug, Deb, Erin, Michael and family

Leclair

In loving memory of my husband Emmett who passed away January 23.2015

Albert (Ab) Reed January 29th, 2018

Dad, you held our hands when we were small, you caught us when we would fall Every time we think of you our hearts fill with pride And although we will always miss you Dad We know you’re by our side In laughter and in sorrow, in sunshine and in rain We know you’re watching over us until we meet again Dad Your loving boys, Clayton, Jeffery & Families

There is always a face before me A voice I love to hear A smile I will always remember Of my husband I loved so dear Deep in my heart there is a picture More precious than silver or gold It’s a picture of my husband His memory will never grow old.

Forever in my heart Blanche

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PRESLEY MEMORIAL RAFFLE PROVIDES BIG BOOST TO HOSPICE RENFREW JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com If you have an amazing prize, they will come ... come to buy raffle tickets that is.

The chance to win seven nights at a vacation villa in Florida has raised more than $17,000 for Hospice Renfrew, thanks to the Presley family of McNab/Braeside.

Township Mayor Tom Peckett drew the winning tickets in the Jim Presley Memorial Vacation Raffle on New Year's Eve. The lucky grand prize winner was Kathy McDonald, who grew up in Arnprior but now lives in the Stittsville-Kanata area. She not only won the weeklong vacation at the Presley's Sunshine Villa in Orlando,

but a $500 travel voucher to go along with it.

Jennifer Power of Arnprior won the second prize of $1,000 in cash.

Presley's daughter, Jennifer Lafrance, reports that the raffle raised $17,240 for Hospice Renfrew.

"We would like to thank everyone who purchased tickets for your support and for keeping Dad in your memory," she said, adding the family is "very happy" with the response.

The Presley family came up with the idea of the raffle to support the six-bed palliative care home. Hospice Renfrew impressed the Presleys with the kindness and professionalism shown Jim and the whole family when he was there in the summer of 2014.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the ESTATE of Michael William O’Brien late of the Town of Renfrew, in the County of Renfrew, deceased.

NOTICE is hereby given that all creditors and others having claims against the above-named deceased, who died on or about the 3rd day of January, 2019, are required to file particulars thereof with the undersigned on or before the 8th day of February, 2019.

AND TAKE NOTICE that after the last mentioned date the assets of the estate will be distributed to the persons entitled, having regard only to those claims of which notice shall have been received as aforesaid.

DATED at Renfrew, this 8th day of January, 2019.

Estate Trustee 217 Graphite Rd., Maynooth, ON K0L 2S0 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Jennifer Lafrance/submitted In memory of Jim Presley of McNab/Braeside and the kindness bestowed on him and his family by Hospice Renfrew, the Presley family presents to the residential hospice $17,240 raised in the Jim Presley Memorial Vacation Raffle. From left are Connie Legg of Hospice Renfrew, Jim's widow Elaine Presley and daughter Jennifer Lafrance, McNab/Braeside Mayor Tom Peckett who drew the winning tickets, and Jim's daughters Tracy Presley and Lisa Sedore.

JAMIE'S FUNSPIEL RAISES $2,100 FOR HOSPICE RENFREW

In the Estate of KENNETH ALBERT BACHINSKIE deceased.

ALL PERSONS having claims against the Estate of Kenneth Albert Bachinskie, late of the Township of Admaston Bromley, in the County of Renfrew, who died on or about the 30th day of December, 2017, are hereby notified to send particulars of same to the undersigned Solicitors for the Estate Trustee, duly verified on or before the 7th day of February, 2019, after which date the Estate will be distributed, with regard only to claims of which the undersigned will have notice, and the undersigned will not be liable to any person of whose claim they shall not then have notice.

DATED this 9th day of January, 2019 Gallagher & Inglis Professional Corporation Barristers & Solicitors 33 Renfrew Ave. E Renfrew, Ontario K7V 2W6 Solicitors for the Estate Trustee

Helen McGregor/Submitted Renfrew Home Hardware presents $1,850 to Hospice Renfrew from a pre-Christmas shop locally promotion. From left are Kate Ryan, Jen Fiebig, store owner Karen Maxwell presenting the cheque to Hospice Renfrew volunteer Gloria Bruce, Rae-Ellen Fraser, Waso Tawfiq and Deborah Rouse.

HOME HARDWARE PROMOTION RAISES $1,850 FOR HOSPICE RENFREW The Renfrew Home Hardware Team came up with an idea three years ago to give local home-based businesses a space to sell their products.

The idea was to promote buying local and keeping shopping dollars within the community. "We all know how that rolls out - those businesses in turn shop locally and give locally too," notes the Home Hardware team.

During the week of Dec. 3 to 9, customers wishing to

shop at their store had the opportunity to save the taxes on in-stock store merchandise with the purchase of a ticket for $5. The entire proceeds of ticket sales, amounting to $1,850, were donated to Hospice Renfrew.

Hospice has made such a difference in the community and they desperately need funding to continue to do so.

The Renfrew Home Hardware Team very much enjoyed having their vendors on

site and thank them for taking the time to display their handmade creations and talents.

Thank you to customers for coming to "our Home" and shopping local during the event, and for helping support a truly wonderful cause. Hospice matters because the endof-life deserves just as much beauty, care and respect as the beginning.

Renfrew Home Hardware wishes everyone a wonderful new year.

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Fourteen teams gathered at the Renfrew Curling Club Dec. 29 and had a great day on and off the ice in a first-time curling funspiel.

MyFM Radio's Jamie Cybulski hosted the event that raised $2,100 for Hospice Renfrew.

A huge thank you to the Renfrew Curling Club, in particular Ben Oakes, for helping make it such a successful day. Thank you to all the curlers who came out and enjoyed the obstacles and twists that came with every end. Also a shout-out to Shane Lambert at the Horton Community Centre for loaning the pylons.

Congratulations to the winning team of Marg Dawson, Ann Windle, Sue Beaton and Larry Beaton.

The funspiel will return, but next time it will be called the Lee McVeighSharpe Memorial Curling Bonspiel in support of Hospice Renfrew.

Please, join Food Banks Canada and help feed your neighbours today!

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OPINION

CAPPUCCINO AND LUNCH DELIGHT AT BONNECHERE BAKERY AND BISTRO HOLLIE PRATT-CAMPBELL hpratt-campbell@ metroland.com As digital editor for insideottawavalley.com, I spend quite a bit of time driving the country roads of the Ottawa Valley, commuting to and from Metroland's offices in the area and covering the odd story. I make it up to Renfrew a few times a month, where I always enjoy spending the day with the fun crowd of colleagues who work at 35 Opeongo Road; come lunchtime, however, I've always just defaulted to McDonald's. It's easy - I know exactly where it is and the coffee and sausage and egg McMuffins never disappoint.

Yet, I yearned to see more of the 'frew, and get more of a sense of its small town flavour (literal and figurative). So when my coworkers told me about a lovely little bakery just down the street from our office, called Bonnechere Bakery and Bistro, I decid-

ed to check it out.

I walked over on a clear, cold November day that felt more like mid-January, and by the time I arrived at the bakery I was craving comfort and warmth.

My wish, as it turned out, was soon granted. The first thing I noticed when I walked in (after the cute little gift shop in the front part of the bakery) was a shelf displaying Cooke's Coffee - a longstanding Christmas treat for my family and the promise of a little cup of home for this Kingston girl.

The cappuccino from Bonnechere Bakery and Bistro. - Hollie Pratt-Campbell/Metroland I slid into a cozy little booth and ordered a cappuccino to sip on while examining the menu. I will admit to being a bit of a cappuccino snob. If it isn't at least 50 per cent creamy foam, it's a latte, as far as I'm concerned. Not that I don't also love lattes, but if I'm craving cappuccino what I really want is frothy, rich

Hollie Pratt-Campbell/Metroland The Monte Cristo sandwich with butternut squash apple soup from Renfrew's Bonnechere Bakery and Bistro. dairy flavoured with espresso and maybe a little raw sugar. Bonnechere's cappuccino was the best I've had anywhere in a long time. It came sprinkled with cinnamon, which provided a pleasing hint of sweetness,

and when I was finished there was thick foam to be spooned out - the ultimate mark of a well prepared cappuccino.

For lunch, I ordered the Monte Cristo sandwich with butternut squash-ap-

ple soup. The bread was soft and fresh, presumably prepared with an egg/milk mixture similar to French toast, then fried together with the rest of sandwich's components, which included ham, cheese and mus-

tard. I don't always love mustard, as I find it often overpowers the flavour of whatever it's paired with, but in this case it was tastefully applied (pun intended), and the flavours of the ham, cheese and bread were still able to shine through.

The soup was creamy, hot and tasted of autumn with a hint of sweetness. It succeeded in warming me up sufficiently, and when I finished I felt ready to venture back out into the elements.

On my way out, I grabbed a coffee to go. I have a soft spot for Cooke's Coffee, after all, and while the cappuccino was thoroughly enjoyable, it didn't contain nearly enough caffeine to satisfy this journo's addiction.

I left sated, satisfied and glad to have discovered a new lunch option in Renfrew that's not McD's.

The Bonnechere Bakery and Bistro can be reached at 613-431-1602 is located at 285 Raglan St. S.

THINGS TO DO

CELEBRATE SCOTTISH HERITAGE JAN. 27 IN EGANVILLE Join revellers for an afternoon of Scottish entertainment on Sunday afternoon, Jan. 27 at 2 p.m. at the Eganville legion for Robbie Burns Day celebrations.

Entertainment will be

provided by the Renfrew Highland Pipes and Drums - and the fun will include Highland dancing, fiddling, step-dancing, and the singing of some of your favourite songs from Scotland.

The event is a fundraiser for the Bonnechere Museum in Eganville; admission is $10 at the door.

Enquires can be made to Guy Jamieson at 613-6282234.

OPEN HOUSE GUIDE

Municipal Accommodation Tax Information Session Tourism accommodators operating in Renfrew County are invited to an information session to learn more about the Municipal Accommodation Tax (Ontario Regulation 435/17 - Transient Accommodation Tax, under the Municipal Act, 2001).

Effective December 1, 2017, the Province of Ontario granted municipalities the authority to implement a tax on transient accommodations of 30 days or less. The tax revenue generated, which must be shared between a municipality and an eligible tourism entity, would support new and existing tourism development and marketing efforts in the region.

Learn more about what this means for your business, municipality and tourism in Renfrew County.

Who should attend? * Owners/operators of traditional accommodation businesses, including: - Hotels & Motels - Bed & Breakfasts and Inns - Lodges & Resorts - Cottage Resorts & Cottage Rental Properties * Airbnb Hosts insideottawavalley.com

Register for FREE at www.bit.ly/MAT_info to attend a session near you.

February 4, 2019 Deep River Legion 50 Mcelligott Drive Deep River

February 5, 2019 Killaloe Lion’s Hall 18 Lake Street Killaloe

February 6, 2019 Neat Coffee Shop 1715 Calabogie Rd Burnstown

Information sessions hosted by the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association

February 7, 2019 Germania Club 15 Bennett Street Pembroke

Saturday, Jan 26th 2-4 pm Your Host: Helen Vincent

Sunday, Jan 27th 2-4 pm Your Host: Helen Vincent

Saturday, Jan 26th 2-4 pm Host: Dennis Yackaback

7 Lorne St. S.

215 PinnacLe rd.

62 Peter Street

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

www.remaxrenfrew.com

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7 lorne St.S. SaturDay, jan 26th 2-4 p.M.

215 pinnacle rD. SunDay, jan 27th 2-4 p.M.

Proceed on Raglan St S to MUNROE Ave and turn east on Munroe for two blocks and this home is on the corner of Lorne St and Munroe – Cute as a button so come and tour at your leisure! Call Helen at 432-0058

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Proceed on Stewart Street to Hwy 60 and turn onto Pinnacle Rd and follow my signs to #215 – hope I see you there to view this amazing split level country home!Call Helen at 432-0058 to view.

HELEN VINCENT

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282 BASSWOOD AVE

Come and see this meticulously kept 3 bedroom bungalow – corner lot – curb appeal – spacious living room and dining-kitchen area – enclosed sunporch at the rear and a brand new east side deck – carport as well – lower level is completely finished too – you need to view this home before you purchase! Call Helen at 432-0058

192 S ACRE

613-401-2824

613-432-0319

Sales Representative

david@remaxrenfrew.com

400 CALABOGIE ROAD

Approximately 1500 sq ft Bungalow, open concept at present time. New kitchen cupboards. Bedroom also being installed.

Quality built home with front porch and a steel roof. Two 2pc bathrooms. Drilled well, and septic. 2.6 acres, lot is 60% treed. Double entrance driveway. One of a kind. Asking $230,000. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1123.

1312 BONNECHERE ROAD

Vinyl sided bungalow, featuring newer kitchen cupboards, dining room, living room, an office, sun room with hot tub. 2 bedroom, laundry room and 1 - 4 piece bathroom on the main floor. Furnace room, large unfinished back room on lower level. 2 car detached garage. 376 feet of waterfront on the Bonnechere River. Beatifically manicured property on 2.629 acres. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

96 otteriDge ave.

(hunter gate SubDiviSion)

A deluxe custom built bungalow with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths plus living quarters on the first floor and lower level is completely finished with family room and gas fireplace and a 4th bedroom and bath as well – covered verandah at the rear and generous storage shed on the property – excellent location – a great move for you and your family! Call Helen to view it at 432-0058

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5 LEGREE ST. - CALABOGIE

Asking $259,900 for this well maintained 2 BR chalet located in the Peaks Village. Spacious interior, large lot, gas heat and central air. Many inclusions with it. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

192 Acre farm, 72 Acres with clay loam soil, presently in hay. Property has large area of waterfront located at the back of the property with a beautiful log cabin overlooking the lake. Several out buildings in very good state of repair. Log Shed 23’ by 31’ with open front and dirt floor, Log Shed 20’ by 25’, cement floor Machine Shed 26’ by 74’ dirt floor, Frame Barn 32’ by 42’, Log Storage 10’ by 25’. Home is in excellent condition with 17 KW Generac Generator back up. One of kind property.

4 car detached garage.All brick 2 storey home, 2 ½ baths, 4 bedrooms, open concept kit/LR, 2 sunrooms, and many more features. $659,000 • MLS#1129758 • Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

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64 BUTLER ROAD

Over 12 acres of land and only minutes from Renfrew

Just on the edge of town with acreage this updated

with a paved driveway. This 4 BR home will impress

home is perfect to downsize to or start out in.

you throughout. View it online for all the details. Call

Asking $169,900. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

4 AC $229, RES 900

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847 KEDROSKy DR. Asking $269,900 for this 4 BR, 2 Bath family home in great location. Over $75,000 in upgrades done. Call Peter VIncent 613-432-0319.

1040 garDen oF eDen roaD

Brand new Hi Ranch 3 bedroom home located in an ideal country setting. Attached 2 car garage, open concept, Central Air, Large rear deck, Tarion Warranty, and close to Hwy 17 for commuters. MLS 1126564. Call David Vincent 613-401-2824

PRIME BUILDING LOT ONE ACRE LOT ON MILLER RD

Paved road and hydro and bell already there, buy now and build in spring!!! Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

67 KNIGHT ST - TWP OF HORTON

15305 HIGHWAy 17

Hobby Farm on 190 acres with a vinyl sided 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom bungalow built in 1972. 2 car detached garage, plus carport. Framed barn, machine shed 24’ by 90’ and enclosed machine shed 35’ by 24’. 44 acres cleared, hardwood bush with up to date maple syrup operation, which includes several buildings and a saw mill. Large mature pine. Call Ross 433-1133

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88 otteriDge ave

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Just built and now finished for you to view! Brand new custom 3 bedroom home with hardwood and granite everywhere plus a stunning gas fireplace in the living and dining room. Kitchen is beautifully designed and you will love the space. 2 full baths, double car garage. All the bells and whistles are here folks! Call Helen to view at 432-0058

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314, 316, 318, 320 OR 322 FORESTVIEW CRESCENT COME AND SEE THESE TWO BEDROOM GARDEN HOMES WITH TRENDY INTERIORS - 2 BATHS IN EACH - LAUNDRY ON MAIN FLOOR WELL EQUIPPED KITCHENS - ATTACHED GARAGES - CENTRAL AIR

505 Frank Dench Street

locateD juSt oFF Stewart Street anD MaSon ave.

A great starter or income property for you and yours! 3 bedroom bungalow – eatin in kitchen – large living room – walk in attic – gas heat – detached single garage – economic to maintain – Call Helen to view at 432-0058

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29 Daniel Street, arnprior

This two storey home presents itself beautifully! So well maintained and so well appointed (inside and out) first level has living room, dining room, new kitchen family room with gas fireplace and ½ bath – second level has 3 bedrooms and office plus 4 pce bath – the location is superb and the curb appeal is enormous! Wait until you view this home – carport and single garage at the rear. You need to view this – Call Helen at 432-0058

Totally remodeled 1 1/2 story home with income Micro fit 5.4 kw system on roof averaging $4000. per year. 20 year contract ending 2033. New kitchen cupboards, all new stainless steel appliances, dining room, living room, master bedroom and 1 4 piece bathroom all on the main floor. 2nd floor has 2 bedrooms. Hardwood floors throughout, full unfinished basement, natural gas furnace and central air. On demand hot water tank is 2 years old, home is fully re insulated, R 60 in the attic and R 35 in the basement. One of a kind. MLS# 1132872. Ross Peever 613-432-1133.

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70 & 74 SPRINGTOWN BRIDGE RD. SPRINGTOWN If you desire acreage on the Madawaska River you have it all here! 3 acre parcel for sale and 4 acre parcel for sale with lots of frontage on the mighty Madawaska – check out the MLS listings to see the survey of each parcel. Call Helen at 432-0058 or David at 401-2824

peter@remaxrenfrew.com

2 storey stone and vinyl sided home. Main floor kit, DR, LR, with gas insert, bedroom with 1-3 piece ensuite.

2nd floor - 3 bedrooms, 1-4 piece bath. Unfinished basement, indoor pool room 30x46, with 1-3 piece bath/change room. Separate block garage 24x33, beautiful manicured lot 99x310. Now asking $339,000.

Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133

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Overlooking the Madawaska River at Springtown hamlet! Two levels of complete living space – first floor has great living quarters with bright windows and open concept living quarters – also two bedrooms and 2 baths on this level – lower level is totally finished as well with 3rd bedroom ,family room and den or office area – two car attached garage and lots and lots of parking – corner lot and privacy galore.

Call David at 401-2824 or Helen at 432-0058

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CANADA POST BOOSTS COST OF STAMPS JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com The price of a Canadian stamp rose five cents Monday, Jan. 14.

In the first rate boost

since March 2014, Canada Post announced the price of a single domestic stamp increased to $1.05 from $1.

Stamps purchased in a booklet, coil or pane for domestic letter mail items

weighing 30 grams or less increased to 90 cents, up from 85.

Prices will also increase for mail to the U.S. and international destinations, and for domestic

registered mail.

While usage varies, Canada Post estimates the impact of the price increases to be less than $1 a year for the average Canadian household and about

Eady Realty, Inc. Brokerage

29 Raglan Street South, Renfrew, ON K7V 1P8 Each office is independently owned and operated

John Carter/Metroland The price of a Canadian stamp went up to $1.05 (90 cents in a package) Jan. 14.

613-432-2100 www.century21.ca/eadyrealty

Morris Eady

Kelly Derue

Dennis Yakaback

Charlene Riopelle

Vincent Johnston

Margaret Dubeau

Broker of Record

Real Estate Broker

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Real Estate Representative

Real Estate Representative

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Cell 432-0041

Cell 433-4082

Cell 433-2254

Cell 433-1191

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margaret.dubeau@century21.ca

Cell 432-1830 morris.eady@century21.ca

Cell 433-2681 kelly.derue@century21.ca

dennis.yakaback@century21.ca

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charlene.riopelle@century21.ca

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143 RAglAn stReet n

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WELL MAINTAINED, 3 BEDROOM SIDE SPLIT. MAIN FLOOR FAMILY ROOM WITH ACCESS TO LARGE REAR YARD MLS#

LOG HOME LIVING. 3 CAR DETACHED GARAGE. 4 BEDROOM, 2 BATH. CLOSE TO TOWN MLS# 1136743

Vince JoHnSton: 613-433-2254

Kelly Derue: 613-433-2681

Vince JoHnSton: 613-433-2254

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$199,900

$389,900

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157 RenfReW Avenue e

20 IROnsIDe lAne

CUTE AS A BUTTON DESCRIBES THIS METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED UPDATED 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOME. ✓ Character ✓ Carport ✓ Yard & Location MLS# 1136796

3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH WITH WALkOUT BASEMENT ON BLACk DONALD LAkE MLS# 1136918

$189,900

Margaret Dubeau: 613-433-1191

$449,900

Vince JoHnSton: 613-433-2254

CUSTOM BUILT LOG HOME. ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE. FINISHED BASEMENT. 3 + 1 BEDROOMS. 3 BATHROOMS. ONE MILE FROM TOWN. ACRE PLUS LOT. CALL MORRIS EADY FOR VIEWING OR MORE INFORMATION: 613-432-1830

DenniS yaKabacK: 613-432-0041

$679,900

Vince JoHnSton: 613-433-2254

fOR Rent 0 MCgARRy Avenue

DOWntOWn COMMeRCIAl sPACe

MLS# 1134619

NICE FLAT BUILDING LOT IN TOWN. NOT MANY LEFT. GET IT NOW! MLS# 1123585

ExCELLENT GROUND FLOOR SPACE RIGHT IN RENFREW’S DOWNTOWN CENTRE. TWO WASHROOMS, HUGE BANk VAULT, NATURAL GAS HEAT, 1650 SqUARE FEET.

Kelly Derue: 613-433-2681

cHarlene rioPelle: 613-433-4082

call MorriS eaDy to View: 613-432-1830

55 hARRy stReet

$50,000

$154,900

A TRUE FAMILY HOME. PLENTY OF ROOM TO CREATE LASTING MEMORIES. WELL MAINTAINED, WELL LOVED, WELL WORTH LOOkING AT

2425 eADy ROAD

182 heRRICk DRIve

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cHarlene rioPelle: 613-433-4082

Kelly Derue: 613-433-2681

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433 MAyheW stReet

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626 RAglAn stReet s,

MlS# 1131726

MlS# 1134199

your Host: DenniS yaKabacK, broKer: 613-432-0041

MLS# 1136666

$184,900

MLS# 1134350

Saturday, February 2 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

$172,000

1422 uPPeR sPRuCe heDge ROAD

66 hAll Avenue

Saturday, January 26 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

GREAT CHANCE TO VIEW THIS WELL CARED FOR 1 ½ STOREY. NICE OPEN CONCEPT. GAS HEAT. CENTRAL AIR

MLS# 1136958

New ListiNg

MLS# 1130706

$389,000

62 PeteR stReet

PLEASANT, BRIGHT 3 BEDROOM HOME NEWER GAS FURNACE, CENTRAL AIR, GOOD NEIGHBOURHOOD

24 fInDlAy stReet

MADAWASkA RIVER WATERFRONT BUNGALOW NEAR SPRINGTOWN. 4 BATHROOMS, 4 BEDROOMS. 2 FULLY FINISHED FLOORS. GEOTHERMAL HEATING WITH PROPANE FIREPLACE

WANT YOUR DREAM HOME IN THE COUNTRY BUT STILL CLOSE TO TOWN? DON’T MISS THIS 4 BEDROOM, 3 BATH OPEN CONCEPT HOME. TURNkEY READY FOR YOU TO MOVE IN. MLS# 1099556

51 MCBRIDe ROAD

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DOLL HOUSE IN BRAESIDE. 2 BEDROOM BUNGALOW. LONG LIST OF UPDATES. 35 MINUTES TO WEST OTTAWA

15 feRgusleA ROAD

MADAWASkA RIVER WATERFRONT HOME. 5 BEDROOM, 2 BATH. FINISHED BASEMENT WITH STONE FIREPLACE UPSTAIRS & DOWNSTAIRS. MLS#1136725

$369,900

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$14 a year for the typical small business.

"Permanent" stamps bought before the increase can still be used to send letters without paying extra.

$319,000

511 neW stReet

Saturday, February 2 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.

MlS# 1133368

$299,900

$219,900

your Host:

your Host: Vincent Johnston: 613-433-2254

Margaret Dubeau: 613-433-1191

$259,900

KEllY DERUE Real Estate Broker Cell 433-2681 Margaret Dubeau Real Estate Representative Cell 433-1191

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On Duty thIs WeekenD

ViNCENt JOhNStON REal EStatE REPRESENtatiVE Cell 433-2254

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A PEA SOUP BY ANY OTHER NAME WAS STILL DELICIOUS MARY COOK RECALLS HOW MOTHER'S CULINARY CREATION CAUSED A STIR

a bowl to take the chill out of her bones, and Mrs. Beam, who never refused the offer of food, plopped down at the kitchen table. It didn't take her long to polish off the bowl, and accepted Mother's offer of a bit more to tide her over until supper.

Wiping her mouth with the back of her hand, she asked Mother if the soup had a name. I saw Mother pause, take a deep

breath and say, "just call it pea soup, Mrs. Beam ... I'm not much for putting names on foods," avoiding of course, telling her it was French Canadian pea soup.

Well, Mrs. Beam thought it should have a name, and she rhymed off a few, all in German of course, that she thought described the pea soup. Well, the names meant nothing to Mother, but she said if Mrs. Beam wanted to call it that, that was fine with her.

When Father came in for his supper, Mother told him the soup had a new name, and she did the best she could with trying to remember what Mrs. Beam had called it in German. Father squinted and asked Moth-

er to repeat what Mrs. Beam had said. She did the best she could. Father threw back his head and laughed. "Well, it has a name all right. It's now called pea soup."

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Saturday morning. My house chores were done and I was at my usual place at the kitchen table, colouring with my crayons, the picture which came every week in the Ottawa Farm Journal.

The big soup pot sat on the back burner of the stove with regular wisps of steam lifting the lid in a steady putt-putt. The soup pot never left the stove. In it was every leftover to leave our table. The heel of an onion, a bit of leftover potato, the end of a sausage, a bit of pork chop ... it all went into the soup pot. If Father came in mid-afternoon from the barn, chilled to the bone, Mother would put a buttered piece of bread in the bottom of a soup bowl, and ladle on a heaping portion out of the soup pot. And we often had a bowl before we went to bed.

That Saturday morning, Mother was making her soup specialty, which Father had finally admitted was right up there with the soup in the pot that sat on the back burner of the Findlay Oval. A ham bone, with lots of smoked meat still on it, had been simmering all morning. On the bake table was a big bowl of yellow split-peas right out of Briscoe's General Store. Before going to bed the night before, Mother covered the peas with water, and it looked to me like they had doubled in size, and now just about filled the bowl, having swelled up during the night.

This was going to be Mother's French Canadian pea soup. When she first made it, she made the mistake of calling it by its proper name, so Father would have nothing to do with it. But one day, when the regular soup pot was just about empty, he agreed he didn't have much choice, and he took his first sip of Mother's pea soup! Well, as Mother said, "it was like he had discovered America." He asked for a second bowl, even though he should have "just a spoon or two" before he dug into his supper!

So ever after, even though the catch-all soup pot was always on the back of the stove, Mother's French Canadian pea soup was considered a special treat, and I watched as she put it all together.

Now, Mrs. Beam, a neighbour and a good friend of Mother's, got wind of Mother's special soup. German to her backbone, she chose to ignore Mother's French Canadian background, so Mother never gave the soup its proper name ... she just called it pea soup.

The Saturday was busy as usual ... Audrey doing her regular chores, mine finished, the kitchen busy with Mother pounding down bread for the oven, and the makings of the pea soup already simmering on the Findlay Oval. Then, in walked Mrs. Beam mid-afternoon, and she stopped dead in her tracks, sniffing the air around her.

Of course, she knew of the special soup, but had never tasted it. Mother offered her

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