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The provincial government is proposing to increase the average class size in secondary schools from 22 to 28.

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JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com The increase in class sizes that is part of the provincial government's proposed education changes will be particularly trou-

blesome in rural areas such as Renfrew County, say teachers.

On March 15 Education Minister Lisa Thompson unveiled the government's new education 'vision' that includes a "renewed focus" on STEM (science, technolo-

gy, engineering, back-to-basics math) subjects, financial literacy courses and improved skilled trades opportunities.

While the increase in class sizes is greatest in grades 9 to 12 (22 to 28), the boost from 24.5 to 25.5 in

grades 4 to 8 will translate into a much bigger rise in some classes.

It will also likely mean a significant loss of teacher jobs.

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shouldn't make much difference by adding one more student per class, she doesn't take into account the effect in such boards as Renfrew County," said Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario Renfrew County president Allison Ryan.

She explained that in rural schools such as Admaston, Palmer Rapids, Killaloe and Whitney classes sizes can dip as low as 15. That means the average class size in centres such as Renfrew, Arnprior and Pembroke-Petawawa, already well above the 24.5, will increase by more than one student for the board to reach the required number.

Ryan pointed out some teachers will not only have classes of at least 32 students, they will have to deal with fewer supports as school board continue to struggle with inadequate special needs budgets. Furthermore, teachers could have more children with

autism in their classes after April 1 when that program's changes take effect.

"When a family's (autism therapy) funding is cut, what else are the parents to do," she said, adding teachers sympathize but rarely have the expertise or training to properly deal with these cases.

Downloading the providing of these services onto teachers and the school system at the same time as increasing class sizes is unfair and counterproductive, she said. "The Ford government is causing a crisis in the education system."

The Ontario English Catholic Teachers' Association (OECTA) has also reacted harshly to the changes, maintaining the intention to increase class sizes will lead to "massive job losses and have a devastating impact on student learning and well-being."

In a news release the OECTA suggests upping class size averages in grades 4-12 will result in the loss of about 5,000

teaching positions in Catholic schools. It warns some secondary classes in such core subjects as math will grow to more by more than four students and many schools will not be able to offer the same number and diversity of programs as they do now.

"Smaller classes are one of the most important contributors to success for all teachers and students," said OECTA president Liz Stuart. "There is no doubt that increasing class sizes will make Ontario's intermediate and high school classrooms more crowded, more chaotic and less productive.

"Teachers will not be able to provide the same level of attention to individual students, and students with special needs will not get the support they require to reach their full potential."

The Ontario Public School Boards' Association (OPSBA) said the increase of the average class size in secondary from 22 to 28 students is "dramatic

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THE ISSUE: THE PROPOSED INCREASE IN CLASS SIZES FOR GRADES 4 TO 12 LOCAL IMPACT: SCHOOLS IN TOWNS SUCH AS RENFREW AND ARNPRIOR WILL LIKELY SEE INCREASES HIGHER THAN THAT ANNOUNCED BY THE EDUCATION MINISTER BECAUSE OF THE RURAL NATURE OF THE SCHOOL BOARD AREA and of significant concern," but the decision to maintain class sizes in JK to Grade 3 is appreciated.

In a news release, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) charged the education plan contains a variety of funding cuts that will cause "more turmoil" in Ontario's schools. Laura Walton, president of CUPE's Ontario School Board Council of Unions, said the cuts include $235 million in special education funding for at-risk students and almost $75 million in support staff.

In a news release, NDP Opposition Critic Marit Stiles pegged the teacher job losses at 10,000 and criticized the plan to "force" high school students to take at least four of their classes online instead of with a classroom teacher.

The "callous cuts" will mean "thousands fewer teachers, bigger class sizes and less help for every student," she said.

However, the government's new vision will

"modernize Ontario's classrooms and provide students with more learning opportunities to prepare them for success in post-secondary education, apprenticeship and training, and the workforce," said Thompson. She pointed out the changes stem from "real, meaningful public and parental input into our education system" gained from more than 72,000 parents, teachers, students, employers and organizations through an online consultation process over the past few months.

"The people told us what wasn't working and what we need to protect," she maintained.

Thompson said the plan will introduce changes to education funding that "keep resources focused on students in the classroom."

It also supports teacher mobility and bringing "greater transparency, fairness, consistency and accountability" to school board hiring practices of teachers, she said.

She said the larger secondary class sizes are more closely aligned to those in the rest of Canada.

There will be no changes to class sizes in Kindergarten to Grade 3, she stressed.

Her news release suggested the government will continue to discuss the key elements of the proposed plan, including hiring practices and class sizes, in a consultation process that "allows partners to provide the benefit of their expertise, experience and ideas."

Conservative MPPs are saying they "welcome conversation with any stakeholder who wants to work

with us in good faith to ensure our plan always puts students first and remains fair to our educators."

SEX-ED It appears the government is taking the middle ground when it comes to sex-education changes.

While the government's "modern and age-appropriate" Health and Physical Education curriculum does retain some of the new elements included in the Liberal 2015 curriculum, the controversial gender identity teachings will be delayed to Grade 8 (social conservatives wanted them completely eliminated). As well, there will be "clear provisions" for parents who wish to exempt their children from sexual health education.

The OPSBA, which strongly supported the 2015 Health and Physical Education curriculum because it tackled such issues as healthy relationships, consent, mental health, online safety and the risks of 'sexting', is pleased the government is maintaining those updates for the most part.

It's important the curriculum reflect the principles of "equity, social justice and inclusion and recognize Ontario's growing and diverse population," as well as the "health, safety and well-being realities faced by today's students," said the association in a news release. As a result, the delay in introducing certain topics such as gender identity is concerning because it could impact the self-esteem and well-being of students, says the OPSBA.

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FAMILY LEFT IN LIMBO BY AUTISM PROGRAM CHANGES DEREK DUNN derek.dunn@metroland.com Nathan Chapman is a healthy, happy six-year-old who loves to play outside and has learned to swim.

He has also learned to speak, as opposed to using pictures or signing or other means.

Nathan has autism, and if it wasn't for help from the provincial government his mother Laura doubts he could have gained any of those skills.

"Nathan was diagnosed at two years old; he wasn't meeting the milestones other kids were when it comes to eye contact and using words and socializing," Laura said, on break from her pharmacy job at Renfrew Victoria Hospital.

"He had another assessment in Ottawa with a thousand questions for us. At the end, they said he had what you could call moder-

Laura Chapman photo Six-year-old Nathan Chapman is among those who will be affected by upcoming changes to the autism program in Ontario. ate autism."

The diagnosis would change everything. Parents tend to draw on their parents' experiences for raising kids. The Chapmans could only do that in limited areas.

Toss a ball to Nathan and it wouldn't occur to him to attempt to catch it, let alone throw it back. It

leaves parents at a loss.

For the next two-and-ahalf years, Nathan sat on a waiting list. Then he found a spot in CHEO's intensive behavioural intervention program where professionals worked with him for hours at a time to accomplish small tasks.

Now he can go to school two days a week while having a therapist come to their McNab/Braeside home (Nathan's dad Sheldon works from home) for the other three.

"We don't think he'd be talking or anything without that therapy," Laura said. "I'm very concerned that it will be taken away."

The Doug Ford government plans to give eligible families a lump sum of $5,000 to cover autism treatments and care. Laura and Sheldon did a few quick calculations. They got some funds from the government

to cover respite workers who helped Nathan at swimming pools and other activities - something for which they are very grateful. The CHEO therapy didn't cost the Chapmans anything, but looking at wages alone it must have cost at least $140,000 per year. Plus administration costs on top of that.

The $5,000 won't go far.

"That money will get used up very quickly," Laura said. "It won't last long."

She considers the family fortunate because others have a difficult time simply getting a diagnosis. At least they are eligible for programs. And she repeatedly said how grateful she is.

But the Chapmans are worried what the future holds for their son.

"We don't know what's going to happen," Laura said. "We are just waiting to see what comes out of it."

AUTISM PROGRAM CHANGES WORRY PARENTS, TEACHERS JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com Proposed changes to the Ontario autism support program have fuelled alarm among parents and educators.

However, despite protests the provincial government is holding firm in its intention to implement the changes as planned April 1.

The reworking of the program designed to clear away the wait list for autism therapy services has resulted in anxiety and uncertainty as to its effect on

classrooms, the availability of services and the ability of families to afford assistance.

While expressing sympathy for parents dealing with children afflicted by autism, Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke MPP John Yakabuski said the government had to do something to help the families of children "struggling" on waitlists. The backlog, which continues to grow, has risen to more than 2,400 children waiting for a diagnostic assessment and at least 23,000 families waiting for

behavioural services.

There was "no way" many of them would be able to get off the wait list under the current program, Yakabuski said, adding it isn't fair for 25 per cent of children with autism to receive the bulk of the funding.

The government couldn't in good conscience allow this to continue, so the new program will clear the wait-list within 18 months so that every child with autism gets support, he added.

Yakabuski said the

change also gives money directly to parents to allow them flexibility on what program they want to use and "empower" them to make the best choices for their family.

While the government would have liked to provide parents more support than the cap of $140,000 for children entering the program at age 2 or up to $55,000 for those entering the program at age 7, Ontario is facing a $15-billion deficit, he said. "We have to be cogSee CONCERNS, page 4

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nizant of the reality of the fiscal situation in Ontario."

Yakabuski said he still feels as strongly about the issue as he did in 2016 when, in a video that was widely distributed recently, he took the then Liberal government to task for its autism program. The government should be giving more support to families facing the "greatest struggle of their lives," he said then, adding not doing so was "relegating their children ... to a life where they will never reach their full potential."

The NDP Opposition has slammed government MPPs for not speaking out on behalf of fearful parents in their ridings. "Even the Conservatives' own members realize how wrong it is to rip supports away from kids with high needs and give everyone else less," said Ontario NDP Children and Youth Services critic Monique Taylor. "But

they're not speaking out it's shameful that these members are falling into line with party marching orders instead of speaking up for families when the futures of children across the province are at stake.

Ottawa Centre NDP MPP Joel Harden, the party's Eastern Ontario spokesperson, charged the government with putting "already vulnerable people in an impossible position" by cutting funding available to them. With some families paying as much as $80,000 per year for intensive behavioural therapies, the Conservative scheme is a "deep cut" to their funding, particularly as only families with an annual household income of less than $55,000 are entitled to the maximum amounts, he said.

Ontario Public Services Employees Union (OPSEU) president Warren 'Smokey' Thomas accused the government with creating a two-tier system in which

"wealthy families in big cities get the services they need while the rest are left with scraps."

SCHOOL CONCERNS The province's proposed autism program changes have raised the spectre of disruptions in the classrooms after April 1.

Yakabuski noted the education minister has addressed the concerns by announcing more supports to help educators cope if there is an influx of students with autism. The help includes specialized online teacher training, expanded afterschool skills development programs and provision of an average of $12,300 for each new student entering the school system in the final three months of this school year to ensure proper supports during the transition from therapy to school.

Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario Renfrew County president Allison Ryan questioned the ef-

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fectiveness of the supports, noting the $12,300 is the amount provided for any new student. As well, it will be long after April 1 before any significant training is completed, she said.

"You can't hire people in a day; you can't train people in a day," she said. "One day of training is not enough ... it takes months to be certified in this (autism) therapy."

She said the concern is aggravated because the number of students with autism who will be enrolled in Renfrew County schools after April 1 "is anyone's guess."

What is clear is the "downloading on the system is not fair to teachers and the children," she said.

Renfrew County District school board communications manager Jonathan Laderoute reported public board trustees have not yet established a position regarding recent announcements related to autism. As a result the board

hasn't shared concerns with the province like some other boards and the Ontario Public School Boards' Association.

However, at various times over the last month, a general concern has been expressed by Renfrew County trustees related to autism and parents of students in the district, so they are pleased additional funding is being provided to support students as of April 1 and special education funding will be stable for the 2019-20 school year, Laderoute said.

"This continues to be an area in which districts - including ours - request more supports and resources given the complexities of student needs. In recent years, we have often ex-

ceeded the ministry-allocated special education budget."

Laderoute said providing more training for teachers in the area of Autism Spectrum Disorder will also be beneficial to the system. "We will continue to look for opportunities to work with the government to find solutions that result in positive outcomes for students," he concluded.

Renfrew County Catholic School Board vice-chair Andy Bray said his colleagues are expected to discuss the issue at their meeting this week. The board has confidence its administrators will be able to deal with any influx, but there is concern as the special needs budget is already a challenge, he said.

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PARKING LIMIT IRKS EMPLOYEES BIA PROPOSES SUNDAY MARKETS JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com A three-hour limit on parking at town-owned lots in downtown Renfrew is causing grief for some main street employees.

It is also sabotaging its aim of ensuring convenient parking spots for customers by influencing business owners and employees to park on main street, they say.

A permit system considered by town council might be the answer, but only if it is affordable, said Colleen Dicker, an employee of Aikenhead’s Drug Store. She said that when setting the fee the town should take into consideration many people who work downtown are part-timers, not highly paid and have no option but to drive to work as there is no transit.

Dicker, who has been approached to start a petition urging Renfrew council to deal with the problem, said parking concerns are “widespread” among downtown employees.

She said it irks them to see parking lots, particularly the one on Argyle Street across from the back of Aikenhead's, sparsely populated a good deal of the time.

Yet if the workers park there, they need to go out every three hours during their shifts to move their vehicles to avoid tickets, she said. The alternative is to park further away in residential areas, or to the dismay of town and Renfrew Downtown Business Improvement Association (BIA) officials, park on main street.

BIA chair Jean Hughes said parking availability in the town lots behind Scotiabank and next to town hall (the Argyle Street lot is outside BIA boundaries) has been raised with the group.

“While we’ve talked about it, nothing has been decided,” she said, adding the BIA is working with the town to ensure adequate parking for customers. She noted downtown businesses already compensate the town ($1,400 annually) for money lost when it removed the parking meters six years ago.

Dicker suggested with the BIA paying an annual parking fee, forcing business owners and employees to shell out for parking is like charging them twice. “It sounds like double dipping to me.”

The town imposed the three-hour parking limit early last year in preparation for the Raglan Street re-

construction. However, the early arrival of winter delayed not only the markings of parking spots on Raglan, but also the signage proclaiming the limit. Therefore, the three-hour ban isn’t being enforced there yet.

As a result, some business owners and employees are parking on main street instead of the lots where the time limit is in effect.

The town’s development and works committee chair Mike Coulas agreed the number of business owners parking on Raglan Street is a problem. With the town lots and parking allowed along Argyle Street, there should be plenty of spaces for customers and employees, he said.

Coulas said the town is reviewing its parking rules now the main street construction is complete and expects a decision within the month on whether a permit system will be implemented and if so what the fees will be. The finance committee has taken over the issue from the development and works committee.

“The town has said it wants more downtown business,” said Dicker. “I would hope with that in mind they will be accommodating to employees.”

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work that provides "direct savings to the municipality."

Other activities included 70 hours of in-service training, inspections at the hospital, and 75 hours of fire safety education and public relations, primarily hosting the ice fishing derby in frigid conditions at Frewfest.

"Renfrew is very fortunate to have such a dedicated group of firefighters," Welsh told council, adding that the more than $1,000 in proceeds from the derby were donated to Hospice Renfrew.

In thanking the fire chief for the report, Mayor Don Eady said it is "important for the people of Renfrew to know firefighters do a lot more than attending fires."

The report is appreciated as it allows council to "grasp what's going on," said Coun.

Tom Sidney.

JONATHAN MULVIHILL jmulvihill@metroland.com The Downtown Renfrew Business Improvement Area (BIA) is seeking permission from the Town of Renfrew to host Sunday Markets along the sidewalks downtown this summer.

BIA president Jean Hughes and BIA administrator Susan Sarsfield were at the council meeting March 12 to bring the proposal to the councillors.

The current plan is to start the markets in May or June and run them until October, depending on weather. Vendors would only be allowed on the sidewalks, so would not interfere with traffic, driveways or connector streets.

"We're hoping this will encourage more traffic to the downtown core on Sundays and that more of the merchants will consider

opening their stores on Sundays," Sarsfield wrote in her letter to Mayor Don Eady and council. "We think this will help in the process of establishing Renfrew as a tourist destination."

There were some questions raised by council members, concerned the markets could turn into onstreet garage sales. Hughes assured council the markets would focus more on produce and crafts along the lines of the Farmers' Markets Saturdays at the Renfrew Fairgrounds in the summer.

Coun. Tom Sidney supported this proposal, saying it reminded him of growing up with family who owned businesses in the downtown area. "It's really great the BIA is taking this on," he said. "It's great for the downtown, it's great for Renfrew."

Eady said he applauded the effort to encourage more downtown merchants to open Sundays.

The market's proposed hours of operation would be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays.

This initial request was approved by council, with the expectation the BIA board will come forward later to present more details and logistics to council.

The BIA also requested the closure of Railway Avenue and the use of Low Square on Saturday, May 4 for the annual Downtown Garage Sale in conjunction with RCI's Relay for Life fundraising car wash.

Development and works director Mike Asselin assured council Low Square would be accessible for the event as planned work on Railway Avenue and the square will most likely be scheduled later in the spring or summer.

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Renfrew firefighters braved the recent blizzard to help the town's public works crew clear fire hydrants of snow.

In his first activity report to Renfrew council Feb. 26, fire chief Kevin Welsh noted firefighters "gladly participated" with development and works employees during the major snowfall to ensure hydrants were "clear and accessible" as quickly as possible. In all, firefighters put in 25 hours, including two 10-hour days, to dig out hydrants.

Welsh noted the crews also worked throughout the storm to clear away snow from the fire hall doors so the fire trucks "could roll out if needed."

Development and works director Mike Asselin said his crew appreciated the help from firefighters and some local residents who helped in the effort to keep fire hydrants clear of snow.

Welsh reported the fire department responded to 24 calls in January, including three fires, several false alarms, a ruptured steam pipe at a care home, the smell of gas in an Admaston/Bromley home and even a complaint about outside burning. The 16 alarm calls were mostly malfunctions caused by the cold weather, he noted.

Welsh pointed out firefighters spent more than 100 hours maintaining and repairing the fire department's vehicles, buildings, small engines and equipment such as chainsaws,

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JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com It's often taken for granted, but gravel plays a key role in an area's economic development.

The Renfrew area has excellent sources of aggregate, especially in Horton, Admaston/Bromley and McNab/Braeside. Several local companies are major players in an aggregate industry that contributes close to $1.4 billion to Ontario's economy and supports almost 20,000 direct and indirect jobs.

However, its extraction has not been without its controversies in this area what with the bitter debate over the Braeside quarry, lengthy Ontario Municipal Board hearings in the late 1990s and the public opposition two years ago to Horton Township selling its gravel pit.

As MPP for Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke, Ontario Minister of Natural Resources John Yakabuski knows first-hand the importance of gravel to the economy.

"We need access to aggregate to build our schools, hospitals and even our homes, as well as our roads and bridges," he said, noting the gravel is this area is high quality.

Yakabuski is seeking ways to help the gravel business by consulting with its leaders on how the province can cut red tape, create jobs and promote economic growth within the aggregate industry.

"Our government is committed to creating the conditions that will help unleash the

John Carter/Metroland Gravel pits, including this one in Horton just outside Renfrew, dot the landscape in Renfrew County. resource sector's potential," said Yakabuski. "We want to work with industry leaders on how we can tear down barriers to create an environment for growth and a sustainable resource sector."

At the annual meeting of the Ontario Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (OSSGA) in Toronto, Yakabuski announced he will host a Summit on Aggregate Reform on March 29 in Caledeon to gather feedback directly from major industry stakeholders. A wide range of topics from licensing to rehabilitation of pits will be discussed, he said.

"I want to hear their thoughts on what needs to be done."

The OSSGA responded by expressing its delight in the minister's recognition of the "critical importance of aggregates to our economy and jobs in Ontario."

JONATHAN MULVIHILL jmulvihill@metroland.com There have been numerous complaints about the abundance of potholes around Renfrew, especially on McAndrew Avenue and Argyle Street.

"I have received many calls regarding so many potholes in town and I was wondering what can be done as the weather and season is changing," said Coun. Sandi Heins at Renfrew council's March 12 meeting.

Mike Asselin, director of development and works, agreed "potholes are sprouting like crazy," but explained the main concern of the town's works crews had been the removal of the large snowbanks in anticipation of the warmer weather set to arrive on Friday and Saturday (March 15-16).

"Crews have been focusing on snow removal for the last month, so when the melt comes this weekend we don't have flooding," he said. "Now the crews have finished with this task, their next area of concentration will be on the potholes, which have been

John Carter/Metroland The condition of McAndrew Avenue in Renfrew has drivers swerving from side to side as they try to avoid the potholes. It's a common problem all over Eastern Ontario after the long cold winter. growing in number faster than they can hit them."

Asselin also addressed the challenges that can arise during the repair process.

"This is a perfect climate for growing potholes, which can be a challenge to keep up repairs, especially when it is going from very cool to very warm, which can create even more," he said.

He said the town's older roads tend to have the biggest problems, as the newer roads are holding up reasonably well. Development and works is looking at new types of products so patches last longer, he added.

Development and works committee chair Mike Coulas quoted a recent newspaper headline that read something like: "We can send a person to the moon, but we can't fix potholes." It appears nobody is able to properly deal with them, he said.

Asselin welcomes residents to contact his office at 613-432-8166 or masselin@renfrew.ca to report any new issues on town roads. "We appreciate people's patience," he said.

CHURCH DIRECTORY Please submit all changes for the directory to Stephanie Jamieson at 613-432-3655 or email to stephanie.jamieson@metroland.com

CALVARY PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 56 Wrangler Rd.

(across from Canadian Tire)

Pastor Peter Snow Sunday Worship @ 10 a.m.

All Are Welcome

THE RENFREW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

460 Raglan Street South • 613-432-5452 Rev. David McFarlane Organist: Marie Brydges ARCT, CRCCO, RMT

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Nursery Care Available Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

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OTTAWA VALLEY GRACE MINISTRY 431 Albert Street A non-denominational full Gospel Fellowship Rev. Bill McMillan • 432-6059

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HEBRON CHRISTIAN REFORMED COMMUNITY CHURCH 431 Albert Street, Renfrew Rev. Daniel Meinema

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Worship Service Nursery Available Sunday School During Service Coffee Break Women’s Interfaith Bible Study Wednesday mornings From 10:00 -11:30 a.m.

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Women’s Ministry * Men’s Ministry Bible Study 613-432-7721 • All Are Welcome!

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COMMUNITY DANCE IN TOWN TO RAISE AWARENESS OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY JONATHAN MULVIHILL jmulvihill@metroland.com

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The former Bi-Way/Bargain Shop building in downtown Renfrew is overdue for a major overhaul after being boarded up after flooding problems several years ago.

Renfrew council received an update on the $1.5-million project March 12 when it approved a Community Improvement Program (CIP) grant for the upgrade.

JUST THE FACTS: Town planner Ivan Burton told council Rakan Abushaar of Smart Living Properties has indicated he plans to start the commercial development's first phase, which includes renovating the building's 17,000 square feet on the main floor and basement, in a couple of months and anticipates being finished by December.

The project includes dividing the former store into up to 10 specialty shops and a small food court around an interior courtyard. Phases 2 (offices, patio) and 3 (apartments) will feature development of the second and third floors and the addition of an elevator.

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John Carter/Metroland Council approved a CIP incentive grant of $1,820 to cover the building permit fee for the estimated $227,500 worth of renovations planned in phase 1. The funds will only be paid once all eligibility conditions are met and an occupancy permit issued.

Burton said the development will incorporate the building's heritage features, including the metal cornices and unusual windows with semi-elliptical transoms. However, the developer is asking for permission to change the main floor facade along Prince and add a new storefront at the intersection to give passers-by a better view into the building, he added.

Coun. Sandi Heins offered kudos for the "positive steps" to get the project moving. Mayor Don Eady noted Coun. Arlene Jamieson deserves credit for encouraging Abushaar to invest in Renfrew.

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Renfrew County Voices for Friends with Developmental Disabilities is a local organization whose main mission is assisting those who are developmentally challenged. To help with this effort, they will be hosting a Community Living Dance that will be held on March 29 at the Renfrew legion.

This dance is funded with proceeds raised in last summer's rally to raise awareness about day-to-day struggles people with developmental disabilities have, including lack of programs, housing and funding to train for jobs.

Charlene Riopelle, who has a 30-year-old son with developmental disabilities, further elaborates on these issues.

"We want to address various issues from handicapped parking to the shortage of housing and day pro-

grams," Riopelle said.

The wait list for housing for the developmentally challenged can be anywhere between 10 to 25 years, she said.

"Where do they go when they wait?" Riopelle asked.

"Furthermore, there is no funding for day programs so unless you can afford private day programs, which most of these people can't, then what do you do?" she added.

Riopelle added that everyone complained about the amount of snow and difficulties with travel this past winter, but it was especially hard for those in wheelchairs.

"Unless they can afford to be picked up by a taxi or

Sunshine Coach, then they are forced to stay inside all winter," she said.

Riopelle then called on the town to help aid anyone with a developmental disability.

"We so desperately need people to realize the day to day struggles they go through," she said. "We need our town's support, so we can hopefully make their lives a little easier. They are not asking for the moon, just some help with things the rest of us take for granted."

The dance is free for all ages. Attendants will have a chance to win door prizes, and a light lunch will be provided. Riopelle thanked the merchants who donated the prizes.

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SIZE DOES MATTER WHEN IT COMES TO CLASSES Welcome back educators.

We hope you had a restful March break. You'll need it.

The provincial government took advantage of the school break to announce its new 'vision' for education in the province. While some of the changes are long overdue, others could make for troubling times in our classrooms. It appears a great deal of extra duties will be dumped on teachers as the government tries to find new ways to save money.

Certainly, the Conservatives are justified in trying to whittle down our debt, but pulling back needed supports that help ensure all students realize their potential isn't the most learned way to do it. And while it may save money now, it will inevitably cost us more down the road.

But first the good news. The new vision does address the decline in mathematics comprehension. With all the newfangled gadgets that can compute just about anything, it's tempting to ignore math. But somebody has to understand how to make those gadgets.

Besides, math is still important in everyday life. Students should know enough to properly look after their own finances (no wonder personal debt is on the upswing if young 'uns can't add) and realize when they are being ripped off.

The renewed emphasis on skilled trades in the curriculum is also helpful. Businesses have been sounding the alarm for at least a decade about the shortage of tradespeople.

What won't help improve the education system is the increase in class sizes. Now a modest boost by itself might be defendable. But when substantial increases are imposed along with a reduction in classroom supports and a downloading of expanded responsibilities, it's a recipe for disaster.

It's apparent changes to the provincial autism support program are going to affect schools. With those changes coming April 1, any training promised will be too little, too late.

The class size increases also disproportionately penalize rural boards that have both town and country schools. As teacher reps explain, class sizes in town balloon to compensate for smaller classes in out-of-the-way hamlet schools.

Hopefully the government isn't using that formula to encourage boards to close more community schools.

Been there, done that causing great angst in Renfrew County. Too many students already spend too much time on the buses. We don't need more pupils being bused in from further afield because their schools have been shuttered.

The provincial government has promised it will continue to consult with stakeholders on education changes (hopefully with more face-to-face meetings and less online surveys).

So let your MPPs know the math, skilled trades and financial literacy initiatives are commendable. But please ask them to rethink the class size changes, particularly if they insist on cutting back classroom supports and stubbornly refuse to rethink the autism support program.

At the very least, make the formula flexible enough so rural boards aren't unfairly impacted.

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WHO WE ARE LETTERS & COMMENTARY TOWN TAX GRAB OR OVERZEALOUS BYLAW ENFORCER, ASKS ARNPRIOR READER To the editor: In January I was parked outside my house on McLachlin Street while I unloaded groceries. I did not park on my driveway as I was waiting for my contractor to clear the snow. When I returned to the car I had a $30 ticket on my windscreen. My crime? I was parked facing the wrong way.

That same day a town councillor was bad enough to have done the same evil deed - $60 for the town.

The next day, while walking my dog along Alicia Street, I saw a vehicle with a ticket on the windscreen. I knocked at the adjacent house to inform the occupant. Not his vehicle.

He had friends over the previous evening who had consumed a few bevies and decided they should take a taxi home. Overnight parking on the street but no snow in the forecast, no salting and no plowing of the sidewalks - $30 to the town.

Two days later another ticketed vehicle for overnight parking on McLachlin Street. No weather problems again - $30 to the town.

This week a friend visited the dentist on McGonigal Street. Parked in a parking zone. Returned in less than an hour to her vehicle to see that she had received a ticket for having one wheel on the sidewalk.

The sidewalk and adjacent road was covered with ice and snow with no possible way of knowing where one ended and the other began - $30 more to the town.

My wife is a team leader at the Opportunity Shop and hears dozens of similar stories. What is going on?

There are a great number of taxpayers in this town who are angry about these incidents.

Everyone I have talked to about these various 'criminal' acts have been incensed but have paid the bill. The alternative? A drive to and from Pembroke to state their case in court but with no possible awareness of the outcome.

Not a difficult decision to make to pay!

Do we have a greedy town council or a deranged bylaw enforcer? Something has to be done about this situation!

Whatever happened to reasoned decision-making regarding bylaw enforcement?

JOHN FISHER ARNPRIOR

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BIG BIRDS ARE BUSY BUILDING NESTS MICHAEL RUNTZ EXPLORES SPRING BIRD BEHAVIOUR MICHAEL RUNTZ Column

Spring finally appears serious about making an appearance. Under the sun's increasingly warm stare the snow's resolve is weakening. Snow fleas are making their mysterious annual pilgrimage from the ground up to the snow's crystalline surface. Northern cardinals and house finches are singing up a storm with a few American robins and red-winged blackbirds now adding their voices to the chorus.

Common ravens and great horned owls are currently laying eggs; a few already incubating them.

While ravens build their own bulky nests, great horned owls usurp those of other birds. By nesting ear-

Michael Runtz photo This Red-tailed Hawk has been busy building three nests on Carleton University’s campus. ly, these huge owls, sadly declining in recent years, are able to expropriate nests made the previous year by hawks, crows, and even great blue herons, without the owners being present to object.

Another sign that spring's return is immi-

nent is that red-tailed hawks are building nests.

These large, pale-breasted hawks are commonly seen sitting along the edge of highways, especially the 401. Their name obviously arises from the appearance of their tail but its cinnamon-rufous colour is not

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hold for a short while before flying with it to one of its nests. After depositing its cargo and resting for a moment, it would fly back to a tree for another load.

The pine branches were adorned with green needles, making the nests quite conspicuous. The greenery that almost all hawks add to their nest remains a bit of a mystery. It has been suggested that the greenery tells other birds that the nest is occupied and to stay away. More likely, when the needles start decomposing, the release of unpleasant chemicals helps keep nest parasites away.

Or it could be the hawks are fans of Martha Stewart!

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.

Township of Admaston/Bromley Residents/Ratepayers All residents are reminded that anyone setting or allowing an open-air fire is required to obtain an Open Air Fire Permit from the Douglas Fire Department.

Set fines under the Provincial Offences Act have now been established for anyone who violates the Open Air Burning By-Law No. 2018-45

Effective Jan 1, 2019 NO Fire Permits shall be issued from April 15th to November 15th inclusive BY LAW 2018-46 Fire Chief VanWoezik stated that restricting open air burning during this time period would ensure that open air burns take place during colder months when people have their windows closed and the air is thinner and the smoke dissipates more quickly providing better air quality to those in the vicinity of the burn site. It also ensure that open air burning takes place outside of the dryer seasons to decrease the risk of property damage and the risk to health and safety. This would only prevent open air burning requiring a permit. It would not restrict camp fires or outdoor furnaces as these are only restricted upon the issuance of a level 2 fire ban.

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acquired until the birds reach two years of age.

Younger birds sporting pale brown, black-barred tails often elude proper identification.

Recently, a pair of redtailed hawks began building a nest outside the fifth floor of Carleton Universi-

ty's Southam Hall. I should say "nests" for actually there are three, all within a few metres of each other.

Each is situated in a narrow gap between the wall and a vertical buttress on the building's east side.

The previous week two birds had been present but when I arrived at Southam with the participants of my weekly campus bird walk, only one was visible. It put on quite a show, though, repeatedly flying over our heads as it brought branches to the nests.

While not a lot is known about the red-tailed hawk nest building, there is evidence that both members of the pair take part in nest construction. As males and females bear identical plumages (at least to our eye); we could not determine the sex of the hawk.

It was fascinating to watch the hawk in action.

After landing in either a large deciduous tree in front of the nearby library or a Scot's pine not far from Southam Hall, it would quietly sit and survey its surroundings for several minutes before reaching over and snipping off a small branch with its formidable bill. This it would

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ENSURE MEASLES VACCINATIONS UP-TO-DATE, URGES HEALTH UNIT JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com An "alarming worldwide surge" in measles cases and a contentious short-lived anti-immunization billboard campaign in the Toronto area has health-care organizations stressing the disease is preventable by vaccination.

The newly-resurrected threat of measles has prompted the Renfrew County and District Health Unit to urge parents to ensure their children have been vaccinated.

In a news release, the health unit said while it does not know of any local cases of confirmed measles at this time, it is monitoring the current outbreak situations closely. After vaccinations had almost eradicated the disease, there have been recent outbreaks in the Toronto area, British Columbia and

Washington State, as well as overseas.

The health unit notes that Canada and Ontario continue to experience ongoing measles activity due to importation of cases from other areas of the world where the disease remains widespread.

The publicity around recent measles outbreaks is a timely reminder for parents to ensure their children are protected from the disease by keeping their vaccinations up-to-date, says the health unit. Parents can retrieve their children's immunization records from their physicians, through ICON (the link can be found at www.rcdhu.com), or by calling 613-735-8666 and speaking with a public health nurse.

As well as risking contacting measles, children without up-to-date vaccinations can be suspended

from the school system.

Renfrew County public school board communications manager Jonathan Laderoute said he didn't know of any suspensions this year, but noted numbers will be available closer to the end of March. Several thousands students in Ottawa were faced with vaccination suspensions this winter.

As explained in the Immunization of School Pupils Act, a suspension is given under an order by a medical officer of health in this case the Renfrew County District Health Unit, Laderoute explained.

The suspension can be for as long as 20 days, but there is discretion on the school board's part, he said. If a student is identified as not having proof of vaccinations, the suspension can be rescinded the same day as it is issued, provided proof of vaccina-

CELLPHONE USE IN CLASSROOMS A NO-NO, SAYS PROVINCE JOHN CARTER john.car ter@metroland.com

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She said all school boards have policies governing the use of technology in the classroom. With all the technological changes in the past 15 years, it's important for educators to take advantage of new technology and teach students to use it responsibly, she said.

Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB) communications manager Jonathan Laderoute said the board "does not have a classroom policy per se, but does have policies that speak to the issue," such as a code of conduct and electronic/computer and network regulations.

Personal technological devices may be used during instructional time for educational purposes, he said.

Principals and teachers are expected to establish guidelines for the use of the devices with students that emphasize "responsible and safe use," he added.

unit for guidance if a problem arises, he said.

The Renfrew County Health Unit release warns measles is a highly contagious infectious disease that spreads through the air, by expelled droplets from sneezes and coughs.

Droplets from an infected person can live for up to two hours in the air - even after the person has left the room.

"There is no cure for the measles virus; treatment is offered to relieve symptoms and prevent severe complications," says the health unit.

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ceive two doses of measles vaccines before the age of seven. Those under five are most at risk of complications following infection such as otitis media, pneumonia, encephalitis and death.

Since the introduction of the two-dose vaccine series in Ontario, measles cases have dropped from 2,342 in 1995 to 191 in 1996 and eight in 2017. About 50 Vaccination Choice Canada digital billboards that went up in Toronto in February - implying vaccines are dangerous for children - were removed after a public outcry.

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TRACK RESURFACING AT ARNPRIOR DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL and FELLOWES HIGH SCHOOL RFT #2019-12 THE RCDSB IS ISSUING A REQUEST FOR TENDER FOR TRACK RESURFACING AT ARNPRIOR DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL, ARNPRIOR, ON AND FELLOWES HIGH SCHOOL, PEMBROKE, ON. Only those bidders who have registered on the RCDSB’s Bids & Tenders website will be eligible to submit a bid.

Emailed Submissions clearly labelled RFT #2019-12 shall be received before 2:00:00pm on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 and must be sent to Peggy Fiebig, Purchasing Agent at purchasing@rcdsb.on.ca.

ELECTRICAL SERVICE UPGRADE AT CHAMPLAIN DISCOVERY PUBLIC SCHOOL RFT #2019-17 THE RCDSB IS ISSUING A REQUEST FOR TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY & INSTALLATION OF AN ELECTRICAL UPGRADE AT CHAMPLAIN DISCOVERY PUBLIC SCHOOL, PEMBROKE, ON. A MANDATORY SITE VISIT, FOR RFT #2019-17 ONLY will be held on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at 10:30am at Champlain Discovery Public School, 390 Bell Street, Pembroke, ON. Only those bidders who attend the mandatory site visit and have their attendance recorded, and have registered on the RCDSB’s Bids & Tenders website will be eligible to submit a bid.

Emailed submissions clearly labelled RFT #2019-17 shall be received before 2:00:00pm on Thursday, April 18, 2019 and must be sent to Charlene Gagnon, Buyer at purchasing@rcdsb.on.ca.

The Request for Tender documents for any of the above tenders are available by visiting the RCDSB Bids & Tenders webpage at rcdsb.bidsandtenders.ca.

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The provincial government has announced starting in September students will be banned from using cellphones in the classroom except for educational purposes.

However, local educators indicate classroom cellphone use is already limited in most instances.

Education Minister Lisa Thompson confirmed the ban March 15, citing recent public consultations that indicated 97 per cent of respondents support some form of a ban on cellphones.

Beginning next school year, cellphones will no longer be allowed in the classroom unless they are required for educational purposes, health and medical purposes, or to support special needs, she said.

"By banning cellphone use that distracts from learning, we are helping students to focus on acquir-

ing the foundational skills they need like reading, writing and math."

Renfrew County Catholic School Board vice-chair Andy Bray said he doesn't expect the ban to change much. He said the board is leaving it up to its schools to control cellphone use as it has confidence in its principals and teachers to handle the matter.

"I expect our students are not using cellphones in the classroom," other than for educational purposes, he said.

For example at St. Joseph's High School some teachers have students put their cellphones in a basket before class, while others only confiscate them if are proving to be distracting during the lesson.

"They (provincial government) are making an announcement about something that already exists," said Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario Renfrew County Local president Allison

tion can be produced by the end of the school day.

Renfrew County Catholic School Board vice chair Andy Bray has not heard of any vaccination suspensions in his system. However, the administration tends to deal with such issues, with the school board only called in if there is a serious situation, he said.

Bray said the board does regularly receive a list of suspensions, but it doesn't appear any have been because of a lack of vaccinations.

However, the board will be monitoring the situation and looks to the health

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EVENTS THURSDAY, MARCH 21

Seniors Information and Active Living Fair WHEN: 12:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Recreation Centre, 67 Argyle St. South, Renfrew CONTACT: Fay O'Reilly, 6134318289, fayoreilly@renfrewgoldenage.ca, http://www.renfrewgoldenage.ca Join us at the Renfrew Recreation centre and tour over 35 local vendors. A variety of information sessions will be ongoing through out the day. The event is FREE and all members of the community are welcome.

Walk the halls at Opeongo High School WHEN: 6:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m WHERE: Opeongo High School, 1990 Cobden Road, Admaston-Bromley CONTACT: North Algona Wilberforce Township Office, 613-628-2080 COST: 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, recre-

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

FRIDAY, MARCH 22

Friday at the Centre WHEN: 12:00 p.m - 2:00 p.m

WHERE: Renfrew Golden Age Activity Centre, 212 Raglan St S, Renfrew CONTACT: Fay O'Reilly, 6134318289, fayoreilly@renfrewgoldenage.ca, http://www.renfrewgoldenage.ca COST: $6 Muriel Freamo & Friends will be entertaining at 1, following a $6 hot dog lunch at 12.

Charity Fish Fry WHEN: 4:30 p.m - 7:00 p.m WHERE: Knights of Columbus Hall, 313 Raglan Street North, Renfrew CONTACT: Brian Long, 613 432 0887, kingsburynb@xplornet.ca COST: $10.00 per person Knights of Columbus is serving a Fish Fry supper every Friday during Lent (excluding Good Friday) starting Friday March 8.

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

Burnstown United Church Pancake Breakfast WHEN: 8:00 a.m - 10:30 a.m

WHERE: Burnstown United Church, 673 Burnstown Road, Arnprior CONTACT: Kurt Johnson, 613-4333389, johnsonhome@rogers.com COST: Adults $10, kids (4-10) $5 and under 4 free Three kinds of pancakes, sausages, peameal bacon, beans and local maple syrup.

SUNDAY, MARCH 24

Gospel Meetings WHEN: 4:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m WHERE: Horton Community Centre, 1005 Castleford Rd, Renfrew CONTACT: Larry O'Regan, 1 (613) 697-0871, larry.oregan@gmail.com Teaching Jesus and the bible.

MONDAY, MARCH 25

Pickleball WHEN: 7:00 p.m WHERE: Horton Community Centre, 1005 Castleford Rd, Renfrew CONTACT: Shane Lambert, 613-4333303, recreation@hortontownship.ca, http:// www.hortontownship.ca/recreation/ events-festivals/ pickleball-8958.html COST: $40 per person for session or $5 per person per night Monday nights, $40/person per session or $5/per per night(Session 1: November - January) (Session 2: February - April)

TUESDAY, MARCH 26

Quilters Guild meeting WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: Horton Community Centre, 1005 Castleford Rd, Renfrew CONTACT: Pat Witham, pawitham@sympatico.ca COST: Quilters Guild of Renfrew and area meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month - teaching guild serving all skill levels, including a beginners class.

Champlain Seniors +55 WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 3:30 p.m WHERE: RCAF 433 Wing, 164 Argyle St. S., Renfrew CONTACT: Margaret Crozier, 613-432-4828 COST: Membership $5/year.

Floor shuffleboard and euchre at the Wing every Tuesday. Potluck the first Tuesday of each month.

New members welcome, no experience necessary.

"Nutrition and You" Information Session WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 2:00 p.m WHERE: Renfrew Golden Age Activity Centre, 212 Raglan St S, Renfrew CONTACT: Fay

O'Reilly, 6134318289, fayoreilly@renfrewgoldenage.ca, http://www.renfrewgoldenage.ca COST: Presented by: The Renfrew County Geriatric Day Hospital

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27

Monthly Community Soup Kitchen WHEN: 12:00 p.m - 1:00 p.m WHERE: St. Paul's Anglican Church Renfrew, 96 Argyle St. S, Renfrew CONTACT: 613-432-3062 COST: Enjoy a free lunch offered by St. Paul's Anglican Church (downstairs at rear entrance). Come and enjoy a warm meal amongst friends.

PFLAG Monthly Support Meeting WHEN: 7:00 p.m - 8:30 p.m WHERE: Trinity St. Andrews United Church - Renfrew, 291 Plaunt St S, Renfrew CONTACT: Jill Holroyd, 1 888 530 6777, renfrewcountyon@pflagcanada.ca, http:// www.pflagrenfrewcounty.ca Do you have questions about your child's gender identity or sexual orientation? Are you LGBT and looking for a supportive community? PFLAG Renfrew County brings together parents, caregivers and LGBT youth and adults in a safe, supportive space.

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LGBTQ ORGANIZATION'S LOCAL CHAPTER INTRODUCES NEW INITIATIVE JONATHAN MULVIHILL jmulvihill@metroland.com There are many aspects to socially transitioning for a transgender or gender diverse person.

Clothing that affirms one's gender can increase the quality of their everyday life.

Pflag Canada is a national charity that provides peer-to-peer support for LGBTQ individuals and their families, and educates and advocates for a more inclusive society. One of the initiatives, named In Transition Clothesline, sources new and gently used clothing on an as-needed basis to affirm everyone's gender in their style and size.

The initiative was started last year by the Pflag chapter leader in Halifax, who has a transgender child and understood the positive impact of wearing clothing that aligned with their gender.

When Jill Holroyd, leader of the Renfrew County chapter of Pflag, heard about this idea, she contacted the Halifax leader to see if she could borrow the idea, and she was more than happy to share.

Holroyd, who brought In Transition Clothesline to Renfrew County in January, gave more insight into the program.

"It is a small but meaningful way to acknowledge, support and celebrate transgender people in our community. It's daunting to socially or medically transition.

And it's expensive," Holroyd said.

"If we can help offset that cost a little bit, and provide moral support, then that's a good thing to do for the well-being of kids and adults in our community."

The Renfrew County chapter has already helped two transgender men with clothing and gift cards, and is currently in the process of helping a transgender woman. Each wish list is posted on the Pflag Renfrew County Facebook Group and on their website.

Holroyd's oldest child came out as gay and transgender about nine years ago at age 16. They lived in Toronto at the time, so she joined the Pflag chapter there and found the information and support she needed to affirm and support her child.

"Having a child who is LGBTQ isn't something that most parents

substance abuse, homelessness, self-harm and suicide among the LGBTQ population. These youth are at 14 times higher risk of suicide than straight, cisgender youth, and it's because of the stigma and trauma they experience daily.

"Many LGBTQ youth and adults are still rejected by their own families, the very people who are supposed to love and protect them," Holroyd said. "I knew then that I would be an advocate and an ally, not only for my child, but also for others in the LGBTQ community."

Holroyd and her child lived in Toronto at the time, eventually joining the Pflag board in the city, and became involved with the LGBTQ community there. When they moved back to her hometown in Pembroke about 18 months ago, she had already been in touch with Jamie Hawes of Pembroke Pride about setting up a Pflag chapter.

"We saw there was a gap in services for LGBTQ individuals and their families across Renfrew County, so we launched the Renfrew County chapter of Pflag Can-

Pflag Canada photo In January the Pflag Renfrew County chapter introduced a new initiative, In Transition Clothesline, which sources new and gently used clothing to LGBTQ individuals to affirm their gender. are prepared for," Holroyd said.

"No matter how open-minded and accepting you are, it's an adjustment when you find out your own child is gay or trans or gender non-conforming. Suddenly your kid is your teacher and you must catch up quickly. So here I was learning what it means to be nonbinary and pansexual, but my 16year-old had it all figured out already."

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Their first peer support meeting was held in Pembroke in July of last year and the meetings have since expanded to Renfrew in February of this year.

Pflag is also available for meetings and presentations at schools, businesses and community groups that want to learn more about LGBTQ issues and identities, and how to create safe and inclusive spaces.

"I find a lot of people want to do the right thing, but they're not sure where to start or what words to use," Holroyd says. "I've been there, and I can help. I welcome those conversations."

Pflag meetings in Renfrew are held the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Trinity-St. Andrew's United Church. The next meeting will be held on March 27. They welcome any participation and support as they establish and grow the local chapter to serve communities across the county.

More information is available at www.pflagrenfrewcounty.ca/.

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'EXTRA-ORDINARY': POP UP ART RENFREW COUNTY VENUES TO INCLUDE LIBRARY, INFO CENTRE, CAFÉ ANYA GANSTERER Travelling to six locations including Renfrew, Arnprior and Eganville, the Pop Up Art gallery will entertain and intrigue Renfrew County residents from May 2 to Sept. 1.

The six venues, which include private businesses and public facilities, were selected based on specific criteria that included geographical location, high foot traffic, space allowance and accessibility.

Preference was given to locations where people tend to linger or wait and which serve a broad cross-section of the community.

Organizers also considered the element of surprise - many locations are not your typical art gallery location.

The selected six locations are the Fifth Chute Coffee Café in Eganville, May 2 to 19 (also the official launch event); Dundonald Hall Fitness Sports and Aquatic Centre, CFB, Petawawa, May 23 to June 9; Arnprior Public Library, June 13 to 30; Deep

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"The books-only, quiet libraries of yesteryear have become dynamic community hubs and to that end, we're thrilled to be partnering with Ottawa Valley Creative Arts Open Studio to bring Pop Up Art to Arnprior," said Arnprior chief librarian Karen DeLuca.

"Hundreds of people walk through our doors every day. We're excited to add an interactive art exhibit to a library experience."

Pop Up Art features an exhibit titled Extra-Ordinary, which explores how ordinary objects can take on a larger meaning in our lives. The exhibit includes 11 artists - each has chosen an object as a source of inspiration for their developing art pieces.

Objects include a tree, pot, piece of driftwood, pie, saw blade, green glass bottle, birchbark purse, pitcher, plow tip, the piano at Festival Hall and a honeybee

Ottawa Valley Creative Arts phot The Pop Up Artists Group includes, in back from left, Anya Gansterer, Mike Desrochers, Sylvia Tennisco, Pat Thurston, Eva Kaczkowski, Paula LaPierre and Derrick Nearing; and in front Eva Gallagher, Cameron Montgomery, Kathryn Bossy and Brigit Haworth. Missing from the photo is Tanya Lyons. comb. The objects are representative of a story surrounding the artists' experiences living in Renfrew County. Some of the stories include how a veteran uses art to heal

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Close to 200 elementary students from four schools experienced the joys of participating in a team sport Feb. 27 in Renfrew.

The second annual Gym Ringette Tournament at St. Joseph's High School showcased 19 teams from St. Thomas the Apostle and Our Lady of Fatima Catholic schools and Central and Queen Elizabeth public schools.

There were 13 teams in the Grade 5/6 division and six teams from Grade 3/4.

Not only was teamwork a focus of the tournament, the event was made possible by several groups and volunteers working together as partners. The Upper Ottawa Valley Ringette Association sponsored the event hosted

by St. Joe's and supported by Sport Renfrew at no cost to the participating students.

Organizer Doug Miller was pleased with the turnout, the enthusiasm and team spirit shown by the players, and the willingness of various contributors to ensure it was an enjoyable experience for the students.

He noted the inaugural event last year for Grade 4s and 5s was so successful it was expanded to include Grade 3 and 6 this year.

Miller said Upper Ottawa Valley Ringette supplied the

"very competent" referees, ringette players from both RCI and St. Joe's. He praised Ryan McIntyre's leadership class at St. Joe's for providing scorers, timers, setup and takedown helpers, and coaching/ambassadors for the elementary schools. "What a fantastic job," said Miller.

Sport Renfrew provided the funding for the entire tourney, allowing each child to be awarded with a beautiful medallion and the two winning teams to be presented with championship banners.

Jessie Welch was on hand to offer his barbecue specialties for lunch, noted Miller.

After five hours of preliminary games, the championship showdowns were held. In the Grade 5/6 final, Fatima No. 2 squeezed by Fatima No. 1 8-7 in overtime. St. Thomas No. 1 triumphed over Fatima No. 1 to claim gold in the Grade 3/4 division.

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The families of the late Mac Fraser would like to thank everyone who sent cards, flowers, food, donations and those who phoned with condolences. Also a big thank you to Ray’s Flowers and the Renfrew Agriculture Society for their assistance.

Thank you to Zohr Funeral Home for their compassion and their care.

Sincerely, The Anderson & Dillabough Families.

I would like the thank everyone for your kindness, prayers and sympathy in cards, phone calls, visits, flowers goodies and Facebook messages.

On the sudden passing of my sister Dianne Alguire. Your thoughtfulness is very much appreciated.

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The family of the late George Armados Varrin wish to extend heartfelt thanks to the many family members and friends for their love and support during this difficult time.

Thanks to those who donated to the charities in George’s name.

Thanks to Goulet Funeral Home for their compassion and professional guidance.

Special thanks to Father Ryan Holly for his visits to George in the hospital and his service of Holy Sacrifice of Mass at Our Lady of Fatima Church.

Thanks to the ladies of Our Lady of Fatima Church for the lunch after the service.

Thanks to the doctors and nurses of Renfrew Victoria Hospital for their compassion and excellent care given to George during his stay.

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March 21, 1941-March 12, 2019 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eunice Miller (nee Bailey) on Tuesday March 12, 2019 at her home in Kitchener, Ontario. She was 77. Originally from New Chelsea, Newfoundland and a longtime resident of Arnprior, Ontario. She was the daughter of the late John and Susannah Bailey. Predeceased by her husband Robert Miller (July 1, 1995). Loving mother of Mark (Alyssa) of Kanata and most cherished Nana of Aria and Fiona. Eunice is survived by her sister, Dorothy “Dot”, of Montreal and was predeceased by her sisters: Florence, Vidia and Lucy as well as brothers: James, Frank, Lenny and Hedley. Dear sister-in-law of Joan Miller (late Ronald), of Arnprior and survived by many nieces and nephews. Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street North, Arnprior. Visitations were held Saturday March 16, 2019 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and after 2:00 p.m. Sunday. Funeral Service was held Sunday March 17, 2019 at the Boyce Chapel at 3:00 p.m. Interment followed at Arnprior Malloch Road Cemetery.

In memory of Eunice, a donation to CHEO or to the Love Made Real Ministry of the Riverstone Church, Arnprior would be appreciated.

(Retired - Transport Canada) With profound sadness, the family announce that Ray passed away peacefully at the Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital in the early morning hours of Monday, March 11, 2019. He was 84. Beloved husband for almost 65 years of Patricia “Pat” (nee Andrew). Dearly loved father of Bill (Vicki) of Arnprior and Liisa Perrin (Bob) of Mt. Laurel, New Jersey.

Cherished and proud “Grandpa” of Molly Luhta (Tyler Lauzon), Roger (Kara) and Connor Perrin. Ray’s final care has been entrusted to the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior where visitation took place on Wednesday evening from 6 to 8:30 p.m. and again on Thursday morning from 10 to 10:45 a.m. A Funeral Service followed in the Pilon Family Chapel at 11 o’clock. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery, Arnprior. A Legion Tribute took place at the funeral home on Wednesday evening at 6 p.m.

In memory of Ray, please consider a donation to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 174, Arnprior.

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Peacefully in hospital at Ottawa on Tuesday, March 12, 2019.

Etta M. Wilson (nee: Fleming) of Ottawa, age 83 years.

A gentle soul has gone to her rest. Dearly loved wife of the late Gilbert Wilson. Daughter of the late George & Stella (Langford) Fleming. Loving sister of Douglas of Pakenham and Glenn of Calgary. Predeceased by 2 sisters; Helen (Keaton) Bradley and Edna.

Respecting Etta’s wishes friends are invited to meet at 11 am on Monday, April 29 at Union Cemetery, Pakenham for a Service of Committal. For those who choose to honour Etta with a memorial donation, please consider the Queensway-Carleton Hospital, Nepean, Ont. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of C. R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc. (127 Church St., Almonte, ON., 613-256-3313).

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Peacefully in the Carleton Place Hospital on Sunday, March 10, 2019 in his 91st year.

Survived by his loving wife, Mary Thurston.

Beloved father of Geoffrey (Sandi), David (Diane), Guy (Carol), Katie Thurston (Steven Watzenboeck) and Debbie (Dennis Chambers).

Beloved stepfather to Marc (Debbie), Cathy (Dan Borowec), Judy (Ferd Hamre) and Joseph (Leo Scopacasa). Proud grandfather to sixteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Don was the son of the late Alec and Peggy Thurston. Predeceased by his sister Jane and his brother and life time business partner Britten. The family would like to extend their thanks to Dr. Maria BastinMillar and the staff of the Carleton Place Hospital for their care and compassion. For those who may choose to honour Don with a memorial donation, please consider the Almonte General Hospital or the Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital.

Honouring Don’s wishes, a private funeral service will be held in the C. R. Gamble Funeral Home Chapel 127 Church Street, Almonte, Ontario (613)256-3313 Condolences & tributes: www.crgamble.com

LESWAY, William Harold (Bill)

Peacefully at Renfrew Victoria Hospital on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 in his 93rd year.

Beloved husband of the late Charlotte (nee Drew).

Loving father of Harry, Robert, Brian (Sharlene), Pat Postma (Ken), David, Richard, Chris (Allison) and Steven (Mary Ann). Proud grandfather of Brenda Lee, Jamie, Britney, Jeremy, Brandon, Dustin, Allison, Jennifer, Shelby Lynn, Johnathan, Maggie, Liam, Shelby Ann, Abby and Chloey as well as his 17 “precious” great-grandchildren. Survived by his sisters Jean (Stuart) and Kay (Rolly) and sisters-in-law Charlotte, Kathleen and Margaret. Bill is predeceased by his granddaughters Rebecca and Samantha, and brothers Russell, John and Gerald. He will be remembered by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 20 from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. and Thursday, March 21 from 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. at McPhail & Perkins Funeral Home, 85 Munroe Ave. E., Renfrew. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2019 at 11 a.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel.

Donations to the Kidney Foundation or Valley Animal Rescue would be appreciated by the family.

Condolences and donations may be made at www.mcphailandperkins.ca

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It is with a heavy heart that Shari Rathwell announces the passing of her Mother, Lenabelle Mary Hannaford on Tuesday, March 12, 2019. She was in her 100th year, having turned 99 on February 5, 2019. Daughter of the late Joseph Jackson Riley and the late Lena Dusome. She was one of 9 children. In her lifetime, she saw many difficult things including war and depression, but also all of the miracles of technology that we enjoy today. Mom loved music and the joy of dance so much that she became a dance instructor.

She entertained people around her with her song and offers to dance right up to the end.

Her favourite pastimes included playing cards and fishing for hours with family members on Hay Bay. She was a registered nurse who finished her career at Scarborough General Hospital and then at Bendale Acres Nursing Home, both in the Toronto area. She raised seven children and one grandchild. Four of her children predeceased her - Harry, Fred, ARNPRIOR Marion and Bella. Her surviving children are John, Leslie and Shari. She had many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mom helped me establish Riley’s Catering Co. and tirelessly worked alongside me as long as she was able. I say goodbye to a loving mother, best friend, caring nurse and trusted confidante. Mom’s final care has been entrusted to the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. A private interment will take place at IN MEMORIAM Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Hamilton later in the Spring.

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It has been a year since our mom passed.

She is missed every day & thought about every day as well.

Always in our hearts,

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March 21st, 2009

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September 23rd 1935-March 24th 2018 But we remember now in love, Your life from start to end, And we’re just glad we knew you, As Mother, and as Friend.

FOR SALE: 2013 Kawasaki Vulcan 900DD classic LT. Only 17,500km.

Asking $6500.00 if interested I will safety. Located in Renfrew pls call 613-295-5926.

RENFREW FOR RENT- 3 bedroom main floor of house in Renfrew. Newly renovated, new appliances, new gas furnace.

Driveway with carport and yard $1,200./month + utilities split with lower FOR SALE: Next sea- unit. No smoking, no pets. sons firewood (green) April 1st 647-228-2559 buy a full load and get free delivery. Approx 8 FOR RENT: ARNPRIOR face cord per load ALWAYS CLEAN, MOD$680.00. All hard wood ERN Secure 1 & 2 Bedcut and split 14-16 inch. room apts. on First Mostly maple and beech. Avenue. Fridge, stove, Call or text James parking incl. Discounts 613-299-9663 to book for mature tenants. your load.

623-8537 after 6pm HOUSE FOR RENT: gorgeous waterfront lake house available sept / oct Maple Grove Lane in Eganville area. Fully furnished preferred. Includes all appliances washer, dryer & dishwasher. 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, hot tube propane and EM heat. Central air woodstove. No smoking $2150.00 / FOR SALE: Android box- month 647-228-2559. es sales and repairs. Application with full Call or text for details credit report required.

1-705-928-9144.

Located in Arnprior.

FOR RENT: now available 1 bedroom $775.00 includes heat + MUSIC hydro no smoking / pets pls call after 6pm Piano Tuner Technician 613-315-7811 for all your piano needs.

Call Lionel Pauze. APARTMENT FOR RENT: 1-613-278-2017.

1 bedroom, central location in Renfrew. Ground floor heat and hydro inHUNTING cluded $800.00 / month Hunter Safety/Canadian 437-345-0608.

Fire-arms Courses and exams held once a month at APARTMENT FOR RENT: Carp. Call Wenda Cochran Senior 1 bedroom apartment.

No pets, no 613-256-2409. smoking. Available immediately, utilities inBUY/SELL/TRADE Pls call Lombardy Gun & Mili- cluded or taria Show, Lombardy 613-623-8797 Fair Grounds, Saturday, 613-832-2152.

March 23, 8 am-2pm.

Admission $5. Ladies HOUSES FOR SALE and kids 15 and under accompanied are free. All HOME FOR SALE: garfirearms laws shall pre- den home for sale by vail. John 613-928-2382 owner. 613-349-8823 siderisjp@sympatico.ca

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INCOME TAX RETURNS Retired Revenue Canada Auditor with over 35 Years experience. Larry Pulcine 613-623-4444

MALE seeks live-in female, exchange for room and board. Drop information off at Box E 35 Opeongo Rd Renfrew ON K7V 2T2.

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March 22 Mister and His Sister 8:00pm March 29 Ty Hall 8:00pm April 5 Chris Strang 8:00pm

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SERVICES: experienced senior companion, cheerful and trustworthy. Light housekeeping and cooking included please call Meghan 613-432-6559.

DEAD OR ALIVE SCRAP CARS

Will pay $50-$200, or more depending on types.

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McGRIMMON HOLDINGS

1 & 2 Bedroom ApArtments For rent in renFrew & CoBden • Ground floor to 3rd floor units • Mature buildings • Pet friendly • Elevator access • Bachelor units Please call office to set up a viewing McGrimmon Holdings, 555 Hall Ave., Renfrew

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President Renfrew Hydro Inc. (RHI) is a wholly owned local distribution company of the Town of Renfrew. The company serves approximately 4,250 customers by delivering a dependable supply of electricity and providing the highest level of service to its customer base.

As the ideal candidate, you are a seasoned and dynamic leader, known for your communication skills, financial and operational excellence.

You bring creativity in your approach to navigating change, and have the ability to engage others, building enthusiasm and buy-in among multiple community stakeholders. You recognize the value and benefit of partnerships and collaboration, and have demonstrated the ability to build capacity and accountability while maintaining a customer-centred focus.

Experience in the Ontario energy distribution sector is a definite asset.

You are passionate about developing and sustaining a high-performance culture where multiple perspectives are welcomed, risk is mitigated, innovation is encouraged and all employees are committed to excellence in service delivery.

Renfrew Hydro Inc. offers a progressive working environment, competitive compensation and benefit package.

Applications and inquiries will be received up to April 15, 2019 by email to rhipresrec@outlook.com. A detailed profile is available on request.

GEORGE’S BARBER SHOP 47 McGarry Ave Renfrew

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WANTED

A COMPETITIVE PRICE ON 29ga STEEL ROOFING IN STOCK: Various colours, custom trim, clear sheets, door and track trolleys, nails and screws, rebar and Storage Sheds. Come see us for a price Levi Weber 2126 Stone Rd RR#2 Renfrew

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Your leader in landscape construction & snow removal in Eastern Ontario & Western Quebec since 1989.

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HIRING FT POSITIONS AVAILABLE:

Commercial Landscape Forepersons Commercial Landscape Lead Hand Commercial Landscape Labourers Equipment Operators Water Truck Drivers

Exel offers: • Competitive Wages • Family Benefits • Employee / Employer pension plan If you would like a chance to join our team, please email your resume to info@exelcontracting.ca.

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Data Entry Person must have knowledge of tax software DTMAX, same software used at H & R Block.

Required for March and April. Salary depending on experience and knowledge of tax software and personal taxes.

Please call 613-256-3839 or send resume to: maggieturner@sypatico.ca

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Roseburg Forest Products is a closely held forest products company building value with timberland, safe and efficient manufacturing, and passionate, capable people.

Roseburg Forest Products markets quality products and provide superior customer service at a profit to sustain growth. Roseburg Forest Products is vertically integrated with timberlands and facilities across North America.

We currently have opportunities for the right individuals to join our dynamic and talented team of employees as:

Process Technician – Pembroke MDF

Summary: This position is responsible for performing routine quality analysis of the pressing and finishing departments. In addition this position is in charge internally of the Formaldehyde emission program (Chemical and DMC test). This position is required to research, analyze data and present information following established policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities • Model Company core values • Follow Health & Safety policies and programs • Perform routine quality audits of the pressing and finishing departments • Collect production samples from the press and finishing departments to be cut into test specimen size Perform testing on collected samples and record results using PC based testing equipment and databases • Run emissions testing and report results • Maintain f emission testing equipment • Develop a correlation curve to Large Chamber Test ASTM procedure and data generated by the Composite Panel Association using the DMC (Dynamic Micro Chamber) small chamber method • Develop and maintain procedures regarding DMC operations • Keep up-to-date records on testing and maintain continual contact with appropriate certification agents • Identify and document findings for root cause of issues during production process • Keep under control the hold material, testing and releasing • Performs other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Education: • Post-secondary education in a Technical Discipline preferred or proven work experience in a like position Experience: • Two (2) years related experience • Experience in an industrial manufacturing environment is an asset

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Print Sales Representative, Full Time (2018-3364) Metroland East, 65 Lorne St., Smiths Falls, ON, K7A 3K8

THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for an individual interested in a PRINT Sales Representative position. Applicants must be self-starters and exceptionally goal oriented as the focus of this position is on developing new revenue opportunities for both the print and digital media products.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES • Prospect for new accounts, source leads, cold call, and research to generate sales in print platforms • Responsible for ongoing sales with both new and existing clients • Consistently attain and/or surpass sales targets and hitting revenue targets • Develop and maintain strong business relationships with clients to build business opportunities in the print industry • Provide professional customer service in ensuring superior client satisfaction at all times • Create proposals and advertising solutions through compelling business cases • Provide customers with creative and effective advertising solutions and play a key role in the overall success of our organization • As part of this role, you will be required to handle credit card information. Metroland Media is PCI compliant company, and requires people in this role to take PCI training to handle cards in a safe and compliant manner

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WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR • College Diploma in Business, Marketing or related field • Minimum 3 years direct sales and marketing experience • Team player, able to contribute to the overall success of the company • Strong business acumen to understand customer goals, challenges and operations • Proven consultative selling skills • Self-starter and can adapt quickly to changing environments and market trends • Ability to pursue issues to resolution, in a timely and courteous manner • A valid Driver’s License and reliable vehicle OUR AODA COMMITMENT Metroland is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, Metroland will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview.

If this sounds like a fit for you please apply by April 3, 2019:

In addition to competitive wages we offer a comprehensive benefit package (including major medical, dental, vision care, short term and long-term disability and life insurance), company matched RRSP contribution plan and gain-sharing program.

For additional information regarding this position, please visit our website at www.roseburg.com/Careers/ Employment is conditional upon successfully completion of Roseburg - Pembroke MDF’s pre-employment checks which may include criminal record check, education verification, reference checks and drug & alcohol testing.

To apply for this position, please apply online through www.roseburg.com/Careers/ or forward a copy of your cover letter and resume to careers-Pembroke@rfpco.com quoting the position title and file number.

Roseburg Forest Products Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the recruiting and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Internal Candidates: apply to our internal posting portal on MyMetNet under My Career External Candidates: apply to https://careersen-metroland.icims.com Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Business Unit:

File No: MDF - 19002 Location: 777 Fibreboard Drive, Pembroke, ON K8A 6W4 CLOSING DATE: 29 March 2019

Preferred Qualifications • Strong statistical analysis and manufacturing process analytical skills • Experience with metric measurements • Mechanical aptitude • Advanced working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, Word • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Excellent interpersonal skills • Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language • Exceptionally self-motivated and directed • Energetic, forward-thinking and creative with high ethical standards • Keen attention to detail • Exceptional service orientation • Fork lift training

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FLEET MANAGER

• Mechanical background • Maintenance scheduling • Work order and daily log sheets • MTO Annual Reports • Managing Routes for drivers • Must have good Communication skills • 4 hrs. per day

Please aPPly or submit resume to:

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Beaumen Waste Mngt.

610 Lisgar Avenue, Renfrew

DRIVER/LABOURER DZ License, Clear Abstract Required 40 Hour Week/Full Benefits Please aPPly or submit resume to:

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Beaumen Waste Mngt.

610 Lisgar Avenue, Renfrew Are you looking to make some extra money?

Would you like to work on a fun team?

We are looking for two reliable people to join our cottage cleaning team at Bayview Lodge.

Mainly Friday mornings to early afternoon.

Ask for Elvira Geisser. 613 623 2753.

We are at 467 Bayview Lodge Rd. White Lake

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HELP WANTED

Barclay Dick & Son Farm Supply Ltd is a family run business that has been servicing and supporting our agriculture community for nearly 30 years. Currently we are looking to expand our existing team and add another full-time member to our staff. If you are an enthusiastic, self-starting person with a good work attitude and a desire to have a say in how agriculture is shaped in our community please send your CV and Resume to ryan@totalcropcare.com with the subject line noting the position you are applying for.

Seasonal Drivers (April – July)

D-Z drivers required for day shifts on local delivery routes with flat deck single axle and double axel trucks. Must be physically able to load, unload and secure all loads and use a pallet jack when necessary. Must have a valid D-Z or A-Z license and be in good standing for insurance. A clean driver’s abstract will be required if contacted for an interview. Knowledge of Renfrew, Pontiac and Lanark County an asset. Attention to detail, reading, writing and basic mathematic skills are a necessity.

Seasonal Loader (April – July)

Experience front end and articulating loader operators needed for shift work at our blend facility in Douglas. Morning & evening shifts available. Must be attentive to detail and have decent mathematical and good customer service skills. Proven safe operating history is required. Must be a self-starting individual with a strong focus on accuracy and safety and willingness to comply to company operating and safety standards. Position requires minor lifting of 50 lb components, must be physically able and willing to lift as required.

Warehouse Technician, Administrative Support (Full Time)

SCAPA NORTH AMERICA RENFREW, ONTARIO

PROCESS ENGINEER

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We are looking to add a warehouse technician to our full-time staff. This position focuses on the multiple warehouse buildings we operate, with office administration support as a secondary goal. The ideal candidate for this position will have a high level of attention to detail with strong organizational and computer skills. Full training for all key tasks provided.

Key Tasks include: • Schedule and organize incoming and outgoing loads • Receive and ship products, verifying for accuracy and quality • Use LPG forklifts and pallet jacks to organize products across multiple warehouses • Use tractors and PTO augers to seasonally receive fertilizer products • Work with administration and management to ensure proper stock levels are maintained.

• Assist office staff with daily duties – answering phones, customer service, booking appoints, completing computerized invoices and taking customer payment.

• Complete computerized inventory reports and physical inventory checks and adjustments.

• Deliver small product loads as required. Other duties to be assigned as seasonality changes.

• High attention to detail is a requirement for this position. Good memory an asset.

Salaries and remuneration dependent on previous experience and skill levels. We would like to thank everyone that applies, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Scapa North America, a leading manufacturer of bonding and adhesive components is seeking a Process Engineer for its Renfrew Operations. Located in the heart of the beautiful Ottawa Valley, Renfrew is conveniently located 50 minutes west of Ottawa.

The Process Engineer will be involved in broad scope engineering responsibilities including process development, equipment and building maintenance, machine design, environmental control, product development, capital projects, cost reduction and general problem solving.

The successful candidate will bring an Engineering degree with a minimum of 4 years of related manufacturing experience. It is imperative that the candidate has excellent computer skills as it relates to word processing, database construction, CAD software as well as the ability to read and produce drawings using orthographic and isometric projections. Other assets would include experience with PLC control systems, calendar coating processes, converting, mechanical aptitude and SAP knowledge.

Scapa North America offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Please submit your resume to: renfrewhr@scapa.com No telephone inquiries please – we thank you for your interest but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

AUCTIONS

AUCTIONS

Auction Sale Lombardy Agricultural Hall Saturday March 30, 2019

Auction 10am – Viewing 9am ESTATE WITH CONSIGNMENTS Firearms, ammunition, hunting and fishing items, qty. of good tools, furniture, collectibles and much more!

For pictures and listing see www.theauctionhunt.com Payment Terms: Cash or Cheque

Owner and Auctioneer not responsible in case of loss or damage.

Everything is sold as is.

Auctioneer: Jim Beere 613-326-1722

Call Today To Book Your Auction

WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES 1st ...........................Paper 2nd ....................... Cotton 3rd .......................Leather 4th ......................... Books 5th ......................... Wood 6th .................Candy, Iron 7th ............. Copper, Wool 8th .......... Bronze, Pottery 9th .......... Pottery, Willow 10th ......... Tin, Aluminum 11th .........................Steel 12th .................Linen, Silk 13th ..........................Lace

14th .........................Ivory 15th ...................... Crystal 20th ........................China 25th ........................Silver 30th .........................Pearl 35th .........................Coral 40th .........................Ruby 45th ...................Sapphire 50th ..........................Gold 55th ....................Emerald 60th .................. Diamond 70th .................. Platinum

Show them how much you care by placing a congratulations notice in our Social Notes!

Call the classified department today!

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OPINION

MOTHER'S BEDROLL CREATION DID NOT SIT WELL SOME GOOD ACTING HELPED HER GET HER WAY, MARY COOK RECALLS MARY COOK Column

The bedroll wasn't exactly what my sister Audrey had in mind when she asked Mother if she could have her own bed. I can't imagine where she thought we were going to put it, even if Mother agreed. She and I were already sleeping in the upstairs hall, which served as our bedroom, and even at that, my brothers had to walk through the hall to get to the two little rooms at the back of the house.

So Mother came up with the bedroll. It was a long tube affair made from an old flannelette sheet and stuffed with rags, and it was laid right down the centre of our bed from head to foot. I hated the bedroll, especially in the winter time, because on cold frosty nights there was nothing I liked better than to sleep tight up to Audrey, and put my feet against her, which of course, caused her to roar like a banshee when I did.

Now the bedroll was down the centre of the bed. It wasn't ideal, but it was the best Mother could come up with.

I tried to think of how I could get rid of the hateful bedroll. One night I did, and

it had to do with my hateful brother Emerson on the coldest night of the winter. I knew it would only be temporary, but one night without it was better than none.

We were in the middle of the worst snow storm of the year, and on top of that, the wind howled and the old log house cracked like thunder.

Emerson made the whole scary night worse by telling me the cracking noise was simply ghosts of long departed relatives trying to get back in the house away from their cold graves, many of which were right there on our farm!

Well, that's all I needed.

Of course, I could turn on the tears with a drop of a hat, and that night when I crawled into bed, I was crying like a banshee. Nothing Audrey could do could calm me down.

Now, I admit my tears had little to do with my fear of ghosts, it had more to do with trying to figure out a way to get rid of the bedroll, even for one night. I told Audrey if I could just sleep closer to her, without the bedroll, I would feel safe.

What I really wanted was to feel the warmth of my sister's body next to mine.

Audrey yelled at Emerson, but he was already snoring it off in the back bedroom. My feet were freezing, so I upped my cry-

ing and Audrey finally said she was going down to the kitchen to the creton couch if I didn't stop immediately. I told her if she got rid of the bedroll, even for that one night, I'd be so much better.

She let out a great sigh, sat up in bed, and pulled the bedroll out from between the sheets, tossed it on the floor, pounded down her pillow, and turned her back to me and faced the wall. It didn't take me long to move to where the bedroll separated us, and the tears stopped immediately.

It took me a while to get to sleep, as I tried to figure out what I would do the next night. Audrey certainly wouldn't fall for that trick twice in a row. But at least that night I was comforted by the warm body of my beloved sister.

I knew as long as my sister and I had to share a bed, that hateful bedroll would lay between us. I would just have to put up with it, like a third body in bed with us.

Interested in an electronic version of Mary's books? Go to https:// www.smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for ebook purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.

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Mary is a longtime writer with several books in print and in electronic copies. 'Mary Cook's Memories' appears as a regular column.

THINGS TO DO

GOLDEN AGE SET TO HOST FREE HEALTH FAIR JONATHAN MULVIHILL jmulvihill@metroland.com

In addition to these exhibits, attendants will have a chance to win door prizes, and refreshments and a light lunch will be available.

The fair is available to everyone in the community including seniors, families, caregivers, professionals, students and anyone interested in healthy living.

For more information, contact Fay O'Reilly at 613431-8289 or fayoreilly@renfrewgoldenage.ca.

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It's a chance for seniors and their families to learn more about healthy and active living.

The Renfrew Golden Age Activity Centre (RGAAC) will be hosting the Seniors' Information and Active Living Fair on March 21 at the Renfrew Recreation Centre from noon to 6 p.m.

This event is sponsored

by the Older Adults Centres' Association of Ontario (OACAO) and the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility.

There are 44 exhibitors set to appear at the event, and presentations will made by the Canada Revenue Agency, the Community Paramedic Response Unit, the University of Ottawa Heart Institute and the Renfrew Victoria Hospital Sleep Services.

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NEWS

EGANVILLE BUSINESS WINS BICYCLE FRIENDLY AWARD HELPING GROW CYCLE TOURISM JONATHAN MULVIHILL jmulvihill@metroland.com Bonnechere Caves in Eganville was selected as one of 13 award recipients during the inaugural Bicycle Friendly Business Awards, held in conjunction with the Cycle Tourism Conference Canada hosted in Toronto on March 1.

The Bonnechere Caves, formed from ancient limestone around 500 million years ago, offers an hour-long guided tour that informs guests about the different types of rocks, the process of fossilization along with some local history, among other things. The caves are currently closed for the season but will open up again the

first long weekend of May. The awards were presented by Ontario

By Bike, a certification program which currently is comprised of 1,500 certified bike friendly tourism businesses. This program helps ensure cyclists are welcomed at businesses they choose to stop at.

Cycle tourism is a growing sector within the tourism industry and is valued at over $500 million in Ontario.

A growing number of businesses across the province recognize this certain tourist market and are taking steps to being more 'bike friendly'.

Chris Hinsperger, owner of Bonnechere Caves and award recipient for Best Bicycle Friendly Business in Ontario's Highlands,

commented on the growing interest in the activity and steps his business takes to meet certain guidelines.

"The popularity of cycling is growing here in the Ottawa Valley," he said. "We not only meet the basic standards to be certified by Ontario By Bike by offering healthy snacks, bike repair kits at our ticket kiosk, area maps and bathrooms available for anyone at any time, we also make it clear that people can park in our parking lot and go cycling."

"We also want to help support growing this market by sponsoring and supporting the annual Tour de Bonnechere cycling event," Hinsperger continued.

Each of the 13 recipients was invited to

the conference to share their experience serving this market to over 150 industry professionals who were in attendance.

According to Louisa Mursell, executive director of Transportation Options, the 13 winners are among the best in terms of both welcoming cyclists and contributions to the cycling demographic in their areas.

"Cyclists appreciate the extra care and attention and are increasingly choosing to spend their dollars at certified bicycle friendly businesses," Mursell said.

Other recipients include Nexus Coffee Company in York Durham Headwaters, Maja's Organic Bakery in Northern Ontario and Jack's Gastropub in Ontario's Southwest.

OPEN HOUSE GUIDE Sunday, March 24th, 2-4 pm Your Host: Helen Vincent

Sunday, March 24th, 2-4 pm Sunday, March 24th, 2-4 pm Your Host: Dennis Yakaback • 613-432-0041 Your Host: Ross Peever • 613-433-1133

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Neat Cafe photo Megan Bonnell will be performing at the Neat Cafe in Burnstown on March 30.

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Real Estate Broker

allisonmulvihill@royallepage.ca

scottthompson@royallepage.ca

catherineoneil@royallepage.ca

613-433-2880

613-570-8468

613-432-0073

nEW lIStIng

162 ElK St.

30 MuRIEl AVE

310 CARSWEll StREEt

560 RAglAn StREEt SOuth

Immaculate, end unit, townhouse! Beautiful location. 2+1 bedroom Bungalow. Basement fully finished. 4pc bath on each level. Attached garage. Built in 2008, very well cared for.

Beautiful location for this custom, brick, 4 bedrm home. Triple-glaze windows. New: kitchen, furnace, a/c and some flooring.

Approx 3200 sq ft. Family friendly floorplan and designed for entertaining!

A solid two story brick home on a quiet dead end street with no rear neighbors (ravine). A great family home with an inviting country style eat in kitchen featuring a gas stove, hardwood floors in the living room and family room. Updated 4-piece bath on the second floor, along with 4 spacious bedrooms. Newer gas furnace & hot water heater as well as a newer roof make this one a great buy, book your showing real soon!

- Traditional “Stately” living in an upscale neighbourhood!

- 3 Storey home, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, eat-in kitchen, living room, formal dining room and den.

- Double attached garage, screened porch + back patio area.

35 lAuRAInE CRESCEnt

1112 StOnE RD.

6 inch pine log chalet style home in the Hurd’s Lake Hamlet. Approximately 13 years old, 2 beds, open concept living/dining/kitchen w/ Jenn-air stove top & built-in oven. Airtight wood stove, finished basement with rec room & laundry/utility area. New propane furnace with central air and a 3 sided deck. Deeded private lake access with sandy beach & boat launch. See it now, b uy it now!

Paved road leads to this 3 bedrm, 2 bath home. Located past Admaston School. Many updates here! Pellet stove in the basement.

Lots of parking. Beautiful backyard!

Call Sherri Cobus 613-432-1947 www.sherricobusrealestate.ca $245,900

Call Sherri Cobus 613-432-1947 www.sherricobusrealestate.ca $439,000

Call Mike Coulas now 61 3-432-0092 $179,900 MLS#1142066

Call Gerry O’Neil 613-432-2600 $399,000 MLS #1111683

245 BASSWOOD AVE

SOLD Thank You For Your Business!

Sherri Cobus 613-432-1947

1049 hAlEY ROAD Great location for commuters!!!

2 Bedroom, 1 ½ Storey home on 1.31 Acres.

Bright spacious living room with patio doors to front deck, eat-in kitchen with all appliances included. New metal roof & natural gas furnace, main floor bathroom with laundry.

Call Allison Mulvihill 613-433-2880 $169,000 • MLS# 1133044

$199,900 MLS#1109261 Call Mike Coulas 613-432-0092 More information at “mikesells4u .ca”

Call Sherri Cobus 613-432-1947 www.sherricobusrealestate.ca $169,900

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One of Canada's rising stars will be showing off her voice at the Neat Café in Burnstown on March 30.

Megan Bonnell, who has been nominated twice for the Canadian Folk Music Awards, has released her third full-length album, "Separate Rooms," described on her website as a "timely and bold statement of a self-assured woman navigating an increasingly dark and perplexing world."

"Separate Rooms" covers intense subject matter like mental illness, early pregnancy loss and the dissolution of love.

Despite the personal nature of the album's content, the production was a largely collaborative process. Joining the production team of Chris Stringer and Joshua Van Tassel, Bonnell combined anthemic pop appeal with '70s new wave, epic alternative rock ballads of the '90s and traditional folk craftsmanship. Bonnell's debut album, "Hunt and Chase," was a journey of growth from her rural Ontario upbringing to her emergence as a unique voice in Toronto's independent music scene.

"Magnolia," her second release, was considerably darker and dissected the themes of love, and more importantly, love lost. "Separate Rooms" continues to tread into emotional territory, finding the singer at her most vulnerable but also her most courageous.

The Toronto singer-songwriter has spent the last three years touring Canada, the U.S., and making groundbreaking debut performances at European festivals including the Barcelona Jazz Festival and The Ends Festival in London.

The performance starts at 8 p.m., but guests are welcome to arrive at 7 p.m. Any guests who choose the "ticket with dinner reservation" are welcome after 5:30 p.m. to ensure they have time to eat before the show starts.

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WHAT'S ON

HELICONIA RELEASES NEW WEB SERIES FILMED LOCALLY JONATHAN MULVIHILL jmulvihill@metroland.com Heliconia, an award-winning production company, has just announced the release of a new series called "Winter Tips," which was filmed in Beachburg.

The company, which specializ-

es in outdoor productions, has helped industry-leading brands, and some of the world's top tourism authorities, communicate their marketing message in a unique and inspiring way for the last 22 years.

Hosted by Eric Hanson, expert backpacker and star of the popular

Epic Trails TV show, and filmed in Beachburg, the series will provide viewers with the best practices on how to successfully go winter camping.

The series, which consists of nine videos, can be viewed on the Backpacking TV YouTube channel.

Eady Realty, Inc. Brokerage

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

The Winter Tips series officially launched with the release of an inspirational video fittingly called "Winter Camping Can Suck - Or it Can Be Epic." Filmed over two days in -20 C temperatures in the Ottawa Valley, this piece contains both pleasing visuals and expert advice.

Throughout the video, Hanson shows his desire to inspire others to try winter camping.

"Most people don't want to expe-

rience the discomfort (of winter camping)," he says. "But what they're doing is ruling out that they're going to experience the other extreme, which is the joy and the elation and the peace and the beauty that comes with it."

Viewers who are interested in learning more can either subscribe to the Backpacking TV YouTube channel or visit Hanson's blog at www.erichanson.tv/blog.

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

Real Estate Broker

Real Estate Representative

Real Estate Representative

Real Estate Representative

Cell 432-0041

Cell 433-4082

Cell 433-2254

Cell 433-1191

vincent.johnston@century21.ca

margaret.dubeau@century21.ca

Cell 432-1830 morris.eady@century21.ca

Cell 433-2681 kelly.derue@century21.ca

dennis.yakaback@century21.ca

New ListiNg

charlene.riopelle@century21.ca

New ListiNg

3444 stOne ROaD

1142 BaRRyvale ROaD

SITTING ON 11.5 ACRES WITH A BEAUTIFUL VIEW OF THE COUNTRYSIDE, THIS BUNGALOW OFFERS OVER 2000 SQ.FT. OF MAIN FLOOR LIVING SPACE. CABIN & TRAILS ON THE PROPERTY. MLS# 1142398

CALABOGIE LAKE WATERFRONT 125 FT OF FRONTAGE ON CALABOGIE LAKE, ON THE DOOR STEP OF THE CALABOGIE HIGHLANDS GOLF COURSE. EXISTING WELL & SEPTIC. JUST A SHORT DRIVE TO ALL THE VILLAGE OF CALABOGIE HAS TO OFFER! MLS# 1140713

Call DeNNiS yaKabaCK To arraNGe a ViewiNG: 613-432-0041

ViNCe JoHNSToN: 613-433-2254

$329,900

$249,900

New ListiNg

WhIttOn ROaD BuIlDIng lOts MLS# 1142693 & MLS# 1142544 EXCELLENT LOCATION FOR YOUR FUTURE HOME! THESE LOTS BOTH HAVE GAS AVAILABLE, HYDRO IS AT THE ROAD AND DEVELOPMENT FEES ARE PAID. RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES WITH A SKI-DOO AND RECREATIONAL TRAIL IN YOUR BACK YARD. DeNNiS yaKabaCK: 613-432-0041

New ListiNg

296 McMahOn ROaD

151 June stReet

112 X 709 FT NICELY TREED COUNTRY LOT, 8 KMS FROM TOWN MLS# 1141461

2 BEDROOM. NEWLY FRESHENED. 2 CAR DETACHED GARAGE. PAVED DRIVEWAY .

MLS# 1138813

Call MorriS eaDy: 613-432-1830

ViNCe JoHNSToN:613-433-2254

$44,500

$229,900

lOt FOR sale

BEAUTIFUL OLDER HOME WITH ALL THE CHARACTER REMAINING. MANY UPDATES INCLUDING NEWER WINDOWS, ELECTRICAL AND KITCHEN. A MUST SEE!!

1222 Storyland road 5 acreS 15 FeRguslea ROaD LOG HOME LIVING, 3 CAR DETACHED GARAGE, 4 BEDROOM, 2 BATH, CLOSE TO TOWN MLS# 1136743

$389,900

ViNCe JoHNSToN:613-433-2254

143 Raglan stReet n.

3 + 1 BEDROOM HOME. LARGE REAR YARD FOR ENTERTAINING. MAIN FLOOR FAMILY ROOM WITH WOODSTOVE. MLS# 1137171

$199,900

Call Kelly To View: 613-433-2681

$34,900

MLS# 1109630 MARGARET DUBEAU: 613-433-1191

3092 scOtch Bush ROaD OVER 4 ACRES OF LAND WITH OLDER MOBILE. 370 FT OF BEAUTIFUL BONNECHERE RIVER WATERFRONT MLS#1139451

$129,900

Call Kelly To View: 613-433-2681

947 PInnacle ROaD

31342 hIghWay 41 IMMACULATE CONDITION, ONLY 4 YEARS OLD. HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT MAIN LEVEL. STUNNING PERENNIAL GARDENS, LARGE REAR DECK MLS# 1121336 Call Kelly To View: 613-433-2681

CHarleNe rioPelle: 613-433-4082

$299,900

$489,900

$319,000

OPEN HOUSE – SUNDay, MarcH 24 2 P.M. – 4 P.M.

655 MullIns ROaD

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156 haRRy stReet

A PERFECT BLEND OF A CLASSIC OLDER HOME WITH MODERN UPDATES THROUGHOUT. FORMAL LIVING & DINING ROOMS. STUNNING KITCHEN. FAMILY ROOM. 5 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS. GAS HEAT. A/C MLS# 1135576

$289,900

your HoST: DeNNiS yaKabaCK, broKer: 613-432-0041

MLS# 1134350

$259,900

Kelly Derue: 613-433-2681 PaRt 6, FOResteRs Falls RD - BuIlDIng lOt

NEW HOME BUILD. 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS. 2.2 ACRES, PAVED ROAD MLS# 1141681

2425 eaDy ROaD 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

66 hall avenue

VINCE JOHNStON

Real Estate Representative Cell 613-433-2254

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VINCE JOHNStON

S O L D

ViNCe JoHNSToN: 613-433-2254 or MorriS eaDy: 613-432-1830

Real Estate Representative Cell 613-433-2254

626 Raglan stReet s.

On Duty thIs WeekenD

MaRGaREt DUBEaU Real Estate Representative Cell 613-433-1191

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KELLY DERUE REaL EStatE BROKER Cell 433-2681

kelly.derue@century21.ca I welcome your weekend call on any listed property

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

OPEN HOUSE

www.remaxrenfrew.com

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NeWNG LIsTI

45 CHARRON LANE, RENFREw

31 STONE ROAD SunDay, March 24 2-4pM

your hoSt: roSS peever 613-433-1133

JuSt locateD on the MaDawaSka river at Springtown haMlet

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 613-432-0058 or David at 613-401-2824

(JuSt oFF hwy 60)

4 level split level home with so much space for you and your family. Living quarters with 3 baths. One level has an inviting great room, tiered deck at the rear and swimming pool. Attached double car garage, central air, propane heat, lots of room for play area, lots of storage available! 3 bedrooms on second level – well equipped kitchen and dining too. Laundry on 4th level – a great home to raise your family. Call Helen to view at 613-432-0058

613-401-2824

613-432-0319

ross@remaxrenfrew.com

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847 keDroSky Dr

Asking $269,9000 for this 4 BR, 2 Bath family home in great location. Over $75,000 in upgrades done.

Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

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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 613-433-1133

david@remaxrenfrew.com

BROKER

peter@remaxrenfrew.com

192 s Acre

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492 gILLAN RD.

A stunning custom built 3 bedroom bungalow with two levels completely finished and beautifully appointed. From entry to exit this home is unique. Large living, dining and kitchen areas with a gas fireplace - 4 pce bath on this level plus laundry facilities. Lower level has a good sized family room and den/office and storage. Central air, gas heat and hardwood flooring. Well landscaped and spacious tool shed in the back yard – deck and patio at the rear as well. Lots of afternoon sun. Call Helen to view this home at 613-432-0058.

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416 ASHDAD ROAD

Beautiful 2 storey, brick home featuring KIT, DR, large cosy LR with air tight wood stove, sunroom, 2nd fl 4 bedroom, 1-2 pc, 2-4pc, 4 car detached garage. Many outbuildings. Property backs onto Perault Lake with log cottage, 72 acres of Tillable Lank Asking $659,000.

MLS# 1129758. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

29 Daniel Street, arnprior

A gorgeous older home in prime condition and ready to be viewed.

Quality everywhere you look! Large living room, separate dining room, brand new kitchen, family room and ½ bath at the rear with gas fireplace. 3 bedrooms, 4 pce bath and an office/den on the second level. Attached garage and carport. Excellent location – close to shopping and every amenity! You need to view this beauty!

Call Helen at 613-432-0058

Hobby farm with approximately 10 acres of water which flows from west to east. Brick 2 story home with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Approximately 32 acres of cleared land with about 8 acres of mixed bush. Frame barn 30’ by 90’, used for hay storage, 30’ by 30’ area with separate cattle pens under main section. Horse barn 20’ by 25’ and several sheds outside.

Heated water bowls. Property makes and excellent hobby farm, the flowing water makes this property very unique. MLS# 1134844. Asking $395,000. Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

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597 SOUTH MCNAUgHTON ROAD

Three story brick home with newer front porch leading to enclosed shed.

Remodeled kitchen, family room with air tight wood stove, new 2 piece bathroom, separate dining room and living room, all on the main floor.

Second level has 4 bedrooms and renovated 4 piece bathroom. Third level has totally updated rec room/play room. Full unfinished basement, has been totally spray foamed, 200 amp service, and newer propane furnace. Home is located close to Renfrew. Asking $239,000.Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133

D L SO 103 PLAUNT ST.

Asking $162,500 for this centrally located 3 BR home with 1.5 baths. A great family home with rear addition living room. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

NeWNG LIsTI

215 pinnacle rD.

613-433-1133

helen@remaxrenfrew.com

613-432-0058

400 CALABOgIE ROAD

unique opportunity

70 & 74 SPRINgTOwN BRIDgE RD. SPRINgTOwN

PETER VINCENT

Sales Representative

16501 HwY 17, COBDEN

Two lots in town in a quiet location, ideal to build your dream home on and have extra land to go with it. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

4 Ac $229, res 900

DAVID VINCENT

Sales Representative

Ner’s DesIrGeAM! D

LE g A S DIN PEN es 3 Acr900 $209,

ROSS PEEVER

BROKER OF RECORD

JusTeD LIsT

JusTeD LIsT

Total privacy, 739’ of pristine shoreline of 6 acres. Large 3 bedroom home with 2 - 4 piece bathrooms and a detached 3 bay garage. Kitchen, dining room, living room with wood fireplace and sun room. Two separate cottages; include a studio and a work shop. A sauna by the beach with a quiet bay and beautiful sunsets. A must see! Asking $799,900 MLS# 110302 2.

Call Ross Peever 613-433-1133.

HELEN VINCENT

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330 Plaunt St. South, RenfRew Ontario K7V 1n3 613-432-7562

96 otteriDge ave.

(hunter gate SuBDiviSion)

An ideal family home for you at this address. Two levels completely finished – first level has spacious living, dining and kitchen plus 3 bedrooms and 2 baths and laundry room. Lower level has 1 bedroom with ensuite bath plus storage and large family room with gas fireplace. Central air, attached double garage, covered rear verandah for summer comfort, storage shed and paved drive. Call Helen to see it at 613-432-0058

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D L SO 93 BARNET BLVD

Terrific 3 bedroom bungalow in a wonderful area of town. Double sized lot and extremely well cared for home. Great layout on the main level and a basement awaiting finishing touches. MLS#1141492.

Call David to view 613-401-2824.

12 BryDgeS rD

JuSt oFF hwy 508 at Springtown

This home is on a corner and close to the Madawaska River and close to skiing. Spacious lot and easy access year round.

2 bedrooms and total living quarters on the first floor – lower level is completely finished as well and indoor entrance to the attached two car garage. First level has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Lower level has family room, bedroom, bathroom and den/office plus utility room. Good sized lot for lots of privacy.

Call David at 613-401-2824 or Helen at 613-432-0058

2003

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

OPEN HOUSES

314, 316, 318, 320 & 322 FORESTVIEw CRESCENT PHASE 4

SUNDAY, MARCH 24TH · 2-4 P.M.

Proceed on Gillan Rd, north from the Water Tower, and turn right onto Hall Ave and drive straight ahead on Forestview Cr. – Hope I see you there!

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505 Frank Dench Street

(JuSt oFF Stewart Street at prince MotorS)

3 bedroom bungalow with a walk up attic for extra space and storage, 4 pce bath, large living room with hardwood flooring and eat in kitchen. Detached single garage, central air and gas heat. Call Helen to view at 613-432-0058

ExECUTIVE COUNTRY LIVINg

Only minutes from town & paved to your door, spacious four bedroom stone bungalow with finished basement and 3 ½ baths on 13 acres of land, attached garage, large detached workshop. View online as well. Call Peter Vincent 613-432-0319.

Your Host: Helen Vincent 613-432-0058

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