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Having 13 tables played at the euchre at the Lions Hall in Stittsville on Feb. 9 did not prove unlucky to Jackie Ralph. She finished in first place with 87 points even after a skunk. Red flooded the hall as it was an early celebration of Valentines Day. Leslie Webb won the Valentines backets while “wearing of the red” winners were Venita Pilon, Vivian Lester and Katie Watson. Craig Lester and Danie Tyldsley tied for the booby prize with 42 points while Henry Verhagen had the hidden score, 58. Diane Statham won the door prize. Skunks were prevalent, affecting Beth Lewis, Leila Graham and Marilyn Cooper, Bob MacGregor and Robert Gregory, Jackie Ralph and Stan Bouchard and Peggy Manioin and Ken Brydges.
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Dedication to community being honoured with naming proposals Public comment on naming proposals closes March 8
the age of 34, Susanna became a widow and was left to tend to the farm and to raise seven children on her own. “To help support her young family, Susanna began offering rooms and food to travellers in her log home. She was so prosperous that the 1861 census listed her occupation as ‘Innkeeper’. With the success of her venture, she was able to purchase additional land, and BY BRIAN DRYDEN she and her eldest son John built ‘Kemp’s brian.dryden@metroland.com Tavern’, as it came to be known, which became a base for the local militia, ever at the It’s not a done deal yet, but a move is afoot ready in case of Fenian attacks. to futher honour Stittsville’s past by recognizing the contributions of a number of residents by naming some parks and a meeting “I am particularly thrilled about room after key people in the evolution of the community. this set of commemorative Five naming proposals for Stittsville were recently on the agenda of the commemora- naming proposals as many tive naming committee (CNC), one of which of them were submitted by is all but certain now and the four others have been forwarded to the consultation residents of the Stittsville stage of the process. community during the According to local councillor Shad Qadri, a proposal to update the name of Bell submission process of the Memorial Park to the W.J. Bell Rotary Peace Stittsville Street Renaming Park has gone through a comment period and will now be forwarded to the city’s com- Project.” munity and protective services committee for COUN. SHAD QADRI approval before going to city council for the final approval. COMMENT BY MARCH 8
As well, there are four other naming proposals up for review that are now in the comment stage, which ends March 8. “I am particularly thrilled about this set of commemorative naming proposals as many of them were submitted by residents of the Stittsville community during the submission process of the Stittsville Street Renaming Project,” Qadri said. “As such, I encourage all residents to share their thoughts.” Among the naming proposals is to honour Susanna Kemp’s historical significance to the Stittsville community, by naming a future park, located in the Abbottsville development, “Susanna Kemp Park”. According to background information submitted with the naming proposal, Susanna, who emigrated to Canada in 1819 with her parents from Ireland, married William Kemp in 1827 and a year later, they began to farm the land that William had received as a Free Grant Military Emigrant. In 1841 at
“Their finely-crafted stone house still stands as Cabotto’s Restaurant on Hazeldean Road. Although the Great Fire of 1870 wiped out much of Stittsville and saw the town subsequently rebuilt further to the south, Susanna remained on her family’s land until her death in 1890. Her home is truly one of Goulbourn Township’s architectural gems.” “After William’s death she kept everything going,” Barbara Bottriel told Metroland Media of Susanna Kemp’s significance to the history of the community. The other naming proposals include recognition of Grace Thompson’s historical significance to the community of Stittsville, by naming a meeting room in the Stittsville branch of Ottawa’s library the “Grace Thompson Meeting Room”. Thompson, born in 1913, was instrumental in the formation of many of the village’s societies that still exist today. Keen to contribute to her community, she and her husband Emerson, being avid gardeners, helped form the Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural
Society (SGHS) in 1962, which still thrives today. For her involvement with the SGHS, the Ontario Horticultural Society honoured her with a special service award in 1991, and with a lifetime membership in 1992. She also helped found the Goulbourn Township Historical Society, the Goulbourn Jubilee Singers, the Greely Players Theatre Group, and was a volunteer with many organizations, including the Stittsville library and St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Women’s Missionary Society. Mary Durling’s extensive community service is behind a request to name Cypress Gardens Park at 33 Elm Crescent “Mary Durling Park”. According to Anne Murphy, who submitted the proposal, Durling was well known within the community where she canvassed and campaigned on behalf of numerous charities and foundations. She was named Stittsville Senior Citizen of the Year in 2009 for her contribution to Stittsville life through her charity work and as a member of the Ladies’ Auxilliary of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 618, since 1970). “Mary was considered by many to be the ‘heart and soul of Stittsville’ and an inspiration to those around her,” Murphy’s background information states. INTEGRAL PART OF STITTSVILLE LIFE
As well, Lee Boltwood’s extensive community service is behind an effort to name a future park in the Abbottsville development the Lee Boltwood Park. According to the naming proposal submitted by Penny Horeczy, Boltwood has been an integral part of Stittsville life, providing gardening advice at venues including the Central Experimental Farm, Carp Farmers’ Market, Richmond Fair and many events in Stittsville’s own Village Square Park. Boltwood has also served on the boards of the Goulbourn Middle School Parents’ Council, Goulbourn Library and Goulbourn Historical Society, where she is currently a director-at-large and has been a member since 2004.. The naming applications are now undergoing a 30 day consultation period. Comments will be accepted online and must be received no later than March 8. To submit comments and to review biographies of the individuals being commemorated, go to the City of Ottawa website.
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One of highest awards in Lionism goes to Stittsville Lion Jack Burke BY JOHN CURRY john.curry@metroland.com
Stittsville District Lions Club member Jack Burke has received one of the highest awards in Lionism. He is the first member of the Stittsville Club to receive this award which is the International President's Certificate of Appreciation. The
third highest award presented by the Lions International President, the award's certificate is signed by the International President who currently is Chancellor Bob Corlew (2016-2017). The prestige of this award was further in evidence as it was presented to Jack Burke at the Stittsville District Lions Club's Feb. 8 meeting by Ernie Moore, a Past International Director. Ernie has been a Lion for 64 years since 1953 and
was a charter member of the Stittsville Club. He is currently a member of the Perth Club. This International President's Certificate of Appreciation has been presented to Jack Burke of the Stittsville District Lions Club in recognition of his distinguished achievements in fulfilling the mission of Lions International. Jack Burke joined the Stittsville District Li-
ons Club in 1989, rising to be club president in the 1992-93 year. He then became District Region 30 Chair in 1994-95 after which he became First Vice District Governor in 1995-96 and then advanced to be District A4 Governor in 1996-97. Jack is currently chair of the Stittsville District Lions Club's charitable foundation which was established in 2015-16.
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It was a "chili" evening at the Stittsville Legion Hall last Saturday, Feb. 11. It may have been a little cold or chilly outside but it was inside the hall where it was really "chili" as a chili cook-off was held with six entries. And when it was all said and done and the judges' decisions had been rendered, it was Joni Sabourin's chili that grabbed first place as the "best overall" chili. Second place went to Brian Doran's chili which was judged to be the "most meatiest." Surprisingly, this was the first time that Brian had made chili. And third place went to Mike Powell for his chili which was judged as the "most spicey." Mike has made chili before but admits that he does not follow any recipe. Rather he just throws things into the mix. Judges for this chili cook-off were: Theresa Qadri, Pat Berrea and radio personality Randall Moore. Later in the evening, Stittsville's classic rock cover band the StittsVillains performed at the Legion Hall. The next free afternoon of live music at the Stittsville Legion Hall happens on Sunday, Feb. 26 from 3 to 5 p.m. featuring John Belisle. Everyone is welcome to attend. The next trip to the Slots at the Rideau Carleton Raceway hosted by the 55 Plus Club of the legion will take place on Wednesday, March 1. Everyone is welcome. The bus will leave the Johnny Leroux Stittsville Community Arena at 11:30 a.m. Please contact Marion Gullock at 613-8365254 for more information or to reserve a seat. The next family breakfast at the Legion Hall will be held on Sunday, March 5, running from 9 a.m. to noon. Cost is $8 per person. Children's menu available. Everyone in the community is welcome. The Zone G5 Youth Public Speaking Contest is now accepting applications from participants on a first come, first served basis. The contest will be held on Saturday, March 4 in Orleans. For more information, go to the Stittsville Legion website. The Book Club at the legion is looking for new readers. The next meeting of the Book Club will take place on Monday, Feb. 27 starting at 7:30 p.m. The book for this February meeting is The Women in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware. Everyone is welcome to attend this Book Club meeting. A free lunch and guest speaker for seniors will happen on Thursday, March 9 starting at 11 a.m. at the Stittsville Legion Hall, with lunch served at noon. The topic will be "Care Giver Burnout" with guest speaker Christine from Solvo Senior Living. Everyone in the community is welcome
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Winners in the chili cook-off at the Stittsville Legion on Feb. 11 are Brian Doran (left) who placed second with the “most meatiest” chili and Mike Powell (right) who was third with the “most spicey” chili. to attend. If you would like to attend, please call Ron Currie at 613-836-7126. On St. Patrick's Day, March 17, Bill Martin will be playing Irish music at the Legion Hall, starting at 6 p.m. Irish stew will be available for $5 a bowl. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend. Bursary forms are now available at the Legion Hall. Forms will also be posted on the legion website. Closing date for the submission of bursary forms will be April 30, 2017. Forms can be dropped off at the bar at the Legion Hall up until the closing date. Membership cards for 2017 can be picked up at the bar at the Stittsville Legion Hall. WEEKLY EVENTS (Everyone in the community is welcome to attend these events unless otherwise stated) Euchre hosted by the Legion's 55 Plus Club is played every Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Legion Hall on Stittsville Main Street. Everyone is welcome to participate. On Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m., an "Acoustic Jam Night" is held in the downstairs lounge
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f you are reading this, then you should be interested in the recentlyreleased report commissioned by the federal government dealing with ways to address the current upheaval in Canada’s media. The report, authored by respected Canadian journalist Edward Greenspon on behalf of the public policy forum think-tank, contains 12 recommendations meant to strengthen the Canadian journalism landscape and ensure that it can continue to provide the scope and depth of reporting that Canadians have come to expect from their media. This report is particularly relevant with regard to Canada’s print media, which is faced with shrinking ad and subscription revenues and job cuts. The report sees this as a threat to our democracy. After all, if we lack the information to know what is going on, there will be no informed electorate and our democracy will not function as it should, particularly with the advent of fake news or so-called alternative facts. Another scenario that is equally worrying, though, is the role of the media — and, more particularly, community newspapers — in the creation and promo-
tion of “community.” Part of being a community is knowing what is going on locally, is knowing who are your neighbours, is taking pride in being part of that defined space that is known as “your community.” Indeed, Canada can be viewed as a vast community of communities with common values and ideals. And what is a significant feature of a local community? Yes, that’s right — you are holding it in your hands right now. The community newspaper. A robust community newspaper industry is one way of protecting and growing our local communities. Vibrant communities are, we believe, just as vital to the future of our society as is a robust democracy. Communities are the stage on which people primarily come together. That’s why all Canadians must take seriously proposals to strengthen our journalism vehicles in this country, including community newspapers. A media in crisis endangers both our democracy and our communities. With two such pillars of our society being under threat from pressures on the media these days, taking steps to assist the media in meeting these current challenges should be of interest to all Canadians.
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ost of the headlines that came out of the weekend of Davis Cup tennis in Ottawa dealt with the disqualification of a young Canadian player, Denis Shapovalov. Seventeen years old, losing badly and in a rage over his own poor performance, Shapovalov whacked a ball after losing a point and accidentally struck the umpire in the eye. Clearly remorseful, he was nonetheless disqualified and, with the disqualification, Canada was eliminated from Davis Cup competition by Great Britain. This was sad, but it did provide a teachable moment for parents all across the nation. See what happens when you lose your temper? Having a teachable moment is always useful, but it’s too bad that this particular incident obscured some of the more positive aspects
increased, and it looked like the game was taking off, shaking off its country club image and becoming a game everybody wanted to play. Then the momentum faded. No Funny Town one knows exactly why. The aging baby boomers may be a factor: middle-aged knees objected to the of the tennis weekend. stress of moving around on the For one thing, the crowds were court; middle-aged athletes decided good — despite the high cost of that golf would be better. tickets, the competition of WinterAnd, indeed, golf enjoyed a lude and the run-up to the Super boom, partly for the reasons menBowl. Also, the tennis was excellent, tioned above, partly because of the and that could help stimulate inter- popularity of Tiger Woods and est in tennis in the capital area. other prominent pro golfers. The Tennis is one of the great number of golfers mushroomed, as participation sports, challenging did the number of golf courses. and physically demanding, yet one Then that stopped. Were the that can be played well into old boomers getting too old even for age. Yet it has had ups and downs. golf ? Nobody knows. If we learn The 1970s and ’80s saw a boom anything at all from this, it is that in tennis. Participation increased you can’t predict how human beings dramatically, the number of courts are going to behave. The buzz now
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is that tennis is on its way back. Who knows why? The Davis Cup matches, played, appropriately enough, in a converted hockey arena, should help the new tennis boom. The large crowds appreciated how well-organized the event was and the high calibre of the tennis, despite the absence of each nation’s biggest names. The hockey arena turned out to be ideal for viewing tennis. The audience was intensely partisan, albeit with a small but vocal U.K. contingent. The roars from each side increased in volume, length and intensity as the matches progressed. But all it took was for the umpire to say, “Thank you,” and the noise paused completely for the next serve. You could hear the hum of the air conditioning. It’s amazing to think that human beings, thousands of them, can behave EDITORIAL: MANAGING EDITOR: Theresa Fritz, 613-221-6225 theresa.fritz@metroland.com NEWS EDITOR: John Curry john.curry@metroland.com - 613-221-6152 REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER: Brian Dryden 613-221-6162 brian.dryden@metroland.com
like that. Another heartening thing about the crowd was its diversity, particularly in age. The number of kids gave you hope that another surge might be on the way. With luck, hard work and good guidance, young Dennis Shapovalov could be the one who leads the way.
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*Therese Boisclair, a mixed media artist, is the newest member of the Ottawa West Arts Association (OWAA). The OWAA now has 32 exhibiting members. The OWAA holds ongoing exhibitions of members' work in the OWAA gallery in the foyer area of the Goulbourn Recreation Complex (GRC) on Shea Road. Each exhibition runs at the gallery for a twomonth period. Each exhibition also features People's Choice balloting, in which viewers can indicate their favourite work on display in that particular exhibition. Ballots and the ballot box can be found on top of the glass display case that is part of the OWAA gallery and is located near the door to the ward office of city of Ottawa Stittsville ward Coun. Shad Qadri at the GRC... *The February luncheon of the Friendship Club will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 22, at noon at the Stittsville Legion Hall on Stittsville Main Street. The menu will include cabbage rolls and mashed potatoes along with a surprise dessert. Entertainment will be provided by Heidi and Charles Gregoire. Those Friendship Club members planning to attend should phone Rosemary at 613-8366354 or Gloria at 613-831-8819 before Friday, Feb. 17.... *Construction is underway again at the "Stittsville Walk" site on Stittsville Main Street immediately south of the Stittsville Legion Hall. This is where that "thin" building was put up by the initial developer before construction on the site ceased. *The Stittsville District Lions Club is hosting an effective-speaking contest on Wednesday, Feb. 22, at the Lions Hall on Stittsville Main Street. The contest is open to students from Grade 6 to Grade 12 who compete in one of three different divisions - junior, intermediate and senior. Speeches are to be three to five minutes. The topics are chosen by each contestant in advance. A prize of $100 is provided to the winner in each division. For more information, please email Lion Gordon MacIsaac at Gordon_macisaac@ hotmail.com or call 613-836-5871, or check the Stittsville Lions website... *Stittsville United Church will host a Family Day celebration on Monday, Feb. 20, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Those attending are urged to bring along some games as well as some food to share with others. It promises to be a family time with lots of fun.... *The Shoe Company will be opening in the newly constructed building at the far eastern part of the Grant Crossing shopping area on Hazeldean Road, closest to the Carp River. The Shoe Company offers footwear that offers style, comfort and value. The first location for The Shoe Company opened in 1992 and there are now more than 75 locations across Canada....
*Krystal Kirkwood, an early childhood educator, is offering sessions at the Stittsville United Church in which she is sharing her special training of Dr. Becky Bailey's "I love your rituals" using the methodology of "Conscious Discipline." Krystal will be sharing fun activities for both children and adults Sunday, Feb. 19, at 10:15 a.m. These activities are meant to boost brain potential, encourage co-operation and caring, promote learning and literacy, increase attention and decrease power struggles, and to build bonds of unconditional love. In the session this Sunday, Feb. 19, which is called Celebrating Family Day with "I Love You Rituals," Kristal will be using Conscious Discipline methodology. This involves those of all ages joining together and learning to connect and to create healthy relationships between parents, between parents and children, between siblings, and between extended family members and the community at large. For more information, call the Stittsville United Church office at 613-836-4962.... *St. Thomas Anglican Church, at the corner of Stittsville Main Street and Carleton Cathcart Street, is hosting a Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on Tuesday, Feb. 28, from 5 to 6 p.m. A free-will offering will be taken up..... *The next meeting of the Kanata and District Breast Cancer Support Group will be held on Thursday, Feb. 23, at 7 p.m. in Hall 'D' at the Mlacak Centre on Campeau Drive in Kanata. Stittsville residents are most welcome to attend. For information, call Judy at 613-592-1929...... *The ALE restaurant at the Amberwood Golf Club is hosting a dinner/movie event Sunday, Feb. 19, during its Family Day Weekend. Reservations can be made as early as 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 19 with children's meals offered at 50 per cent off including a cookie for dessert to snack on in front of the big screen. The movie will be The Secret Life of Pets with youngsters encouraged to take along a cosy pillow or blanket for comfortable viewing. The movie will begin at 7 p.m. The Secret Life of Pets is a 2016 3D animated adventure comedy. Parents will either be able to join their kids to watch the movie or remain at their table, enjoying a beverage and just hanging out while the youngsters safely watch the movie nearby. There is no ad-
ditional cost for the movie but all those attending must make a purchase at ALE. Reservations are recommended. Please call 613-831-2442 or email info@aleottawa.ca .... *It's photo time at the Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society as the results from its 2017 photography contest will be announced at its meeting coming up on Tuesday, Feb. 21, at 7:30 p.m. at the Pretty Street Community Centre. Guest speaker at the meeting will be Barry Gray, who has had a long and distinguished career as a news photographer. As a professional photog-
rapher, Barry has covered Olympic Games in Montreal, Lake Placid, Calgary, Albertville and Atlanta, as well as six Stanley Cup finals and a Canada-Russia hockey series. His photos have been published in the New York Times, Time Magazine, People Magazine and Maclean's magazine, among other publications. Although retired, Barry still is taking photographs. Everyone is invited to attend the Feb. 21 meeting. There is a $4 fee for guests. Horticultural Society memberships are available at $15 per person or $25 for a family....
Notice of Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Amendments For secondary dwelling units (coach houses) In accordance with the Planning Act and Section 5.2.3 of the Official Plan for the City of Ottawa, notice is hereby provided that Zoning By-law Amendment and Official Plan Amendment proposals have been initiated by the Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Development Department of the City of Ottawa. The proposed Official Plan Amendment (OPA) and Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA) affect residential properties city wide. The purpose of the proposed OPA is to adjust an existing policy within Section 3.1 of the Official Plan to address issues with the policy direction permitting coach houses. The purpose of the proposed ZBA is to provide clarification to existing performance standards which implement coach houses as a permitted residential land use in the City of Ottawa. Changes to Section 142 will provide clearer performance standards to allow coach houses. The land to which the proposed OPA (file No. D01-01-17-0004) applies is also subject to the proposed ZBLA (file No. D02-02-17-0009). To review additional information and materials related to the proposed amendments, please contact the undersigned planner or go to ottawa.ca/coachhouse. The City of Ottawa would like to receive comments regarding the proposed amendments.
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Church Services The Anglican Parish of March St John’s South March 325 Sandhill Road, Kanata Sunday Service 9:00 am & 10:30 am Sunday School 10:30 am
SUNDAY SERVICES
St Mary’s North March 2574 6th Line Road, Dunrobin Services and Sunday School 9:00 am
9:00am & 10:30am ~ St James The Apostle
Come when you can and Come as you are. St. John’s Sixth Line 1470 Donald B Munro Dr
Christ Church Huntley 3008 Carp Rd
St James The Apostle Carp 3774 Carp Rd
www.huntleyparish.com • 613-839-3195
613-592-4747
St Paul’s Dunrobin 1118 Thomas Dolan Parkway Sunday Service 11:00 am
www.parishofmarch.ca
Grace Baptist Church of Ottawa
2470 Huntley Road
Special Service Sunday February 19th at 3pm Installation of our new Pastor, Rev. Dr. Jorge Groh Rev. Wayne Geick, Pastor Office 613-592-1546 • www.christrisen.com
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC PARISH A Welcoming Community
Sunday Services at 9:15 and 10:45 AM.
Nursery and Children’s programs running concurrently. Youth Groups: Transit (Gr 6-8), Tuesdays at 6:30 PM Thirst (Gr 9-12), Wednesdays at 7 PM
Office: 613-836-2606 Web: www.cbcstittsville.com
Sunday Worship 10:30 am
SUNDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 am & 10:30 am Monsignor Joseph Muldoon, Pastor
140 Abbeyhill Dr., Kanata Rev. Brian Copeland
Sunday and weekday Bible studies see our website for times and locations
10:00 am: Service of Worship and Sunday School Pastoral Care & Healing Service: 11:30am - last Sunday of each month
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KANATA BAPTIST CHURCH
Parish office - 613-836-8881 Fax - 613-836-8806
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper Feb. 28, 2017 Open Table Community from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Dinner Saturday MayMarch 14th, 51stp.m. Ash Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m., with Imposition of Ashes
The Reverend Jane McCaig 1619 Stittsville Main Street 613-836-5741
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THE OASIS
Stittsville United Church 6255 Fernbank Road
(corner of Main St. & Fernbank)
10:00 a.m. – Worship Service Nursery & Sunday School Available
Youth Group Mondays at 7:oopm
Rev. Grant Dillenbeck Church: 613-836-4962
465 Hazeldean Rd. • 613-836-3145
Sunday Services 9 & 11:15am 9am Children’s Program Available Pastors: Bob Davies, Stephen Budd & Doug Ward
“Today’s Church for Tomorrow’s World” Celebrating 151 years of Ministry
Sunday Holy Communion: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.
Reverend Mark Redner 3794 Diamondview Road, Kinburn Friday Healing Service 7:00 p.m. SundayWorship Service 10:00 a.m. 613-288-8120 www.cometotheoasis.ca
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SATURDAY SERVICES SABBATH SCHOOL FOR ALL AGES 9:15AM WORSHIP SERVICE 11:00 AM
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Growing, Serving, Celebrating Sunday Sunday Sunday Worship Service 10:00 am Pastor Shaun Seaman
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Seventh-Day PASTOR: MAROS PASEGGI Adventist 85 LEACOCK DRIVE, KANATA (THE CHRIST RISEN LUTHERAN CHURCH) Church 613-818-9717
St. Paul's Anglican Church 20 YOUNG ROAD KANATA • 613-836-1001 www.stpaulshk.org
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GLEN CAIRN UNITED CHURCH
ST. THOMAS ANGLICAN CHURCH
1489 Shea Road, (corner of Abbott) Stittsville, Ontario K2S 0G8
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More notes about the village of Stittsville fano Napolitano, who has been a fullback with the Carleton Ravens football team, has been invited to the Canadian Football League’s East Regional Combine at Montreal’s Concordia University on March 10 where he will be working out in front of CFL scouts and coaches.... *Winners in the numbers auction at the Feb. 8 meeting of the Stittsville District Lions Club were Lions Jack Burke and Paul Riddell.... *The student Relay for Life group at Sacred Heart Catholic High School held a fundraiser on Friday evening, Feb. 10, in the art room at the school. It took the form of a “paint night”..... *Jo-Jo’s Pizza on Stittsville Main Street offered heart-shaped pizzas on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, for $20. If you missed this offer this year, keep it in mind for next year.... * Monday, Feb. 20, is Family Day and so
BY JOHN CURRY john.curry@metroland.com
*City of Ottawa Stittsville ward Coun. Shad Qadri reports that city staff has provided him with an estimate of the population of the Stittsville ward at the end of 2016, with the population being 32,829 living in 11,333 households... *The Gaia Java Coffee Company shop at the Stittsville Shopping Centre (Shoppers Drug Mart plaza) on Stittsville Main Street will be a musical hot spot this Friday, Feb. 17, beginning at 6:30 p.m. It’s a fundraising music evening for Relay For Life, with six performers from Sacred Heart High School scheduled to perform. There will be a donation jar, and a raffle will be held. Those wishing to attend are reminded to arrive early as a large crowd is expected..... *Sacred Heart High School graduate Ste-
why not have some family fun right at the Goulbourn Recreation Complex (GRC) on Shea Road. Thanks to city of Ottawa Stittsville ward Coun. Shad Qadri and the GRC who are the hosts, there’s a whole variety of fun activities planned, running from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be inflatables set up which are always a hit with youngsters. There will be public skating, public swimming and carnival games. In addition, there will be magic shows at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. and the day will feature visits by several princesses with the Snow Queen on hand from 11 a.m. to noon, Little Mermaid from noon to 1 p.m., Beauty from 1 to 2 p.m., and Snow White from 2 to 3 p.m. Tickets at $5 per person can be purchased at the front reception desk at the GRC. Those attending thisFamily Day event are urged to take along a non-perishable food item to donate to the Stittsville Food Bank....
Happenings around the village of Richmond BY JOHN CURRY john.curry@metroland.com
Family Day Weekend is coming and so are two family-related events at the Richmond branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Both are being held Saturday (Feb. 18). A Family Tree Fun event for children ages 3 to 6 years old Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. with stories, songs and activities, all focused on family. Registration is required. There's also Family Tree crafts and activities for children aged 7-12 years old. This is a drop-in program (no registration required) which will begin at 10:30 a.m. For more information about these events at the Richmond library branch, check out the website at www.biblioottawalibrary.ca (Richmond branch programs). Ottawa city council's agriculture and rural affairs committee has approved amendments to the Village of Richmond Secondary
Plan that will require any new development located within the village's development and industrial lands to be connected with public communal well services. In addition, development in the industrial lands must connect to the central waste water collection system. This amendment removes an exception that was put in place in 2010 to allow some limited development using private services. This was done since the servicing plans for the village had not been fully planned out at that time. The organizing committee for Rich-
mond's 200th anniversary celebrations in 2018 will be holding three fundraising events in May: a garage sale; Car-tastrophe, which will involve head shaving and hair cutting; and A Taste of Richmond, involving various restaurants in the village. If you have items to donate to the garage sale or wish to sponsor the participation of Tino Bevacqua in the Car-tastrophe event or want to buy a ticket for A Taste of Richmond, contact Tino at 613-838-3466.... The next free Open Table community dinner at St. John’s Anglican Church is on Sunday, Feb. 25. Doors open at 4:30 p.m.
Nearly new clothing, jewellery shop The shop is located at 8944 Flewellyn Road in the village of Ashton, right beside The “God Has Got You Covered” nearly new clothing and jewellery shop in Ashton Christ Church Ashton. Besides clothing and will be open on Saturdays, Feb. 25, March jewellery, there will be homemade baking both fresh and frozen available for purchase. 11 and 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. SPECIAL TO THE NEWS
Richmond Forcemain Project Update As we begin Canada’s 150th birthday year, the City has many exciting events and projects planned for Canada’s Capital celebrations. Last year, during my mid-term TownHall meetings, I detailed several of these exciting attractions including: Ignite 150, Agri 150, Red Bull Crashed Ice and the Juno Awards and Juno week. In addition to these special events, I thought I would take this opportunity to update the residents of Richmond and Munster on a not so flashy project. Progress on the Richmond Forcemain has been progressing steadily over the last few months. City staff through my office, have been updating residents that are directly impacted by the on-going construction. To date, this project is on time and on budget. Minor work has been completed on the 300mm bypass Forcemain. Last week, the 300mm bypass line was commissioned to discharge sewage for a few hours into lagoon “C”. This happened on schedule without incident and all safety precautions were taken to ensure public health and safety. Starting this week, sewage will be pumped into Lagoon “C” using the 300mm bypass line, as the primary Forcemain is repaired and replaced. This work is expected to take two to three weeks. Residents will continue to see work all along the construction site next to the Jock River along Royal York Street and on Eagleson Road. Trails and parking lots around the Richmond Lagoons have been closed for the duration of the construction project. If you are interested in seeing past updates, or have any questions or concerns, you can contact David Brown in my office at David. Brown2@ottawa.ca or contact him by phone at 613-580-2424-25443. Kanata-Carleton Cultural Festival: May 27th at Earl of March Secondary School
PUBLIC MEETINGS All public meetings will be held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted. For a complete agenda and updates, please sign up for email alerts or visit ottawa.ca/agendas, or call 3-1-1. Tuesday, February 21 Environment and Climate Protection Committee 9:30 a.m., Champlain Room Accessibility Advisory Committee 6:30 p.m., Champlain Room Arts, Culture, Heritage and Recreation Advisory Committee 6:30 p.m., Colonel By Room Wednesday, February 22 City Council Meeting 10 a.m., Andrew S. Haydon Hall Friday, February 24 Finance and Economic Development Committee 9:30 a.m., Champlain Room Did you know you can receive e-mail alerts regarding upcoming meetings? Sign up today at ottawa.ca/subscriptions. 2017-501-S_Council_05012017
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS / AMENDMENTS UNDER THE PLANNING ACT NOTICE OF PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING Tuesday, February 28, 2017– 9:30 a.m. The items listed below, in addition to any other items previously scheduled, will be considered at this meeting which will be held in the Champlain Room, City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa. To see any change to this meeting agenda, please go to Ottawa.ca. Official Plan and Zoning – Part of 300 Goulbourn Forced Road 613-580-2424, ext. 28318 – Kathy.Rygus@ottawa.ca Zoning – 175 Main Street (North Village) 613-580-2424, ext. 27967 – Erin.O’Connell@ottawa.ca
The Kanata-Carleton Cultural Festival is currently recruiting student volunteers for the day of the Festival. If you know a student who would be interested in volunteering at the Festival on May 27th, please contact my office. If you have any comments, questions or concerns, please feel free to email me at Scott.Moffatt@ottawa.ca or contact me by phone at 613-580-2491. For more regarding information Rideau-Goulbourn issues and events, please visit RideauGoulbourn.ca.
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Councillor’s Column Keeping You Informed By Shad Qadri, Councillor Ward Six Stittsville City of Ottawa
February 16, 2017 Councillor’s Column Keeping You Informed
Central Public Library Dear Residents, Last week at City Council, Council members approved in principal a new central library joint facility with Library and Archives Canada. What this means is that the location of the library will now be at 557 Wellington. In addition, a representative from Library and Archives Canada attended the Council meeting to share their concurrence with the joint project. Next steps will include approving the design of the facility as well as the funds which should be coming back to Council at some point in June once funding partners are identified and informed. I was among the 21 councillors along with the Mayor in support of this motion. I do believe that the new Ottawa Central Library will be an excellent fit at 557 Wellington near the upcoming Lebreton Flats development – truly reflecting the “central” aspect of its name being in close proximity to Light Rail Transit, the public at large, and the millions of tourists that come to Ottawa each year. The location was selected following an extensive process of project study, analysis and public consultation, and expert evaluation of 12 possible sites. With the arrival of the internet and ebooks, public libraries have been criticized as out-dated luxuries we can no longer afford or that books are becoming a thing of the past. However, I firmly believe that they are necessary conglomerates of information that we, as a society, cannot afford to do without. The new library looks to the future and is to be designed as a hub for meetings, social gatherings and interaction, and programming for the arts and culture. In addition, the Ottawa Public Library (OPL) has been adapting programming to accommodate the more modern needs of residents and new Canadians who require things such as internet access to keep up in the growing competitive online job market. Libraries may no longer be the places of indulgence they once were but they are a place for life-learning and growth. This new location will not just be a destination but a recognizable and talked about landmark for anyone who uses or visits it. Similar to the renovations at Lansdowne Park, this issue has discussed for many years by our community and surrounding neighbourhoods. It is time to move forward with this significant city-building project. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Mayor Watson, the Chair of the Ottawa Public Library Board - Councillor Tim Tierney, and the Library Board for all of their hard work on this item. What are your thoughts on the new central library? I would love to hear some of your ideas for programming to ensure that this new facility truly brings Ottawa’s informational facilities into the twenty-first century. Email me at Shad.Qadri@ottawa.ca. Commemorative Naming Proposals for Stittsville – Comments Requested Last week, the Commemorative Naming Committee (CNC) met and discussed 5 commemorative naming proposals for Stittsville. I am happy to announce that the 60 day comment period has ended and the renaming of Bell Memorial Park to the W.J. Bell Rotary Peace Park will now be presented to the City’s Community and Protective Services Committee (CPSC) for approval. After which time, it will be submitted to City Council for final approval. The CNC also approved consideration for the commemorative naming applications: Mary Durling Park (formerly Cypress Gardens Park) located at 33 Elm (Brae) Crescent, Lee Boltwood Park and Susanna Kemp Park to be located at future parks in the Abbottsville Development, and the Grace Thompson Meeting Room at the Stittsville Library. Each application will be undergoing a 30 day consultation period and pending committee approval, will then be presented to the CPSC and City Council for final approval with the exception of the Grace Thompson Meeting Room which will be presented to the Ottawa Public Library Board meeting for final approval following consultation period. I am particularly thrilled about this set of commemorative naming proposals as many of them were submitted by residents of the Stittsville community during submission process of the Stittsville Street Renaming Project. As such, I encourage all residents to share their thoughts. Comments will be accepted online and must be received no later than March 8th, 2017. To submit your comments and to review biographies of the individuals being commemorated, please visit the City of Ottawa website at: http://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/your-city-government/ policies-and-administrative-structure/administrative-policies-0#currentcommemorative-naming-proposals Always Listening As your Councillor, I always welcome your keen input and ideas on how we can sustain and improve Stittsville. Please contact our office anytime by phone at 613-580-2476 or by e-mail at Shad.Qadri@ottawa.ca. If you are a Stittsville resident of Ward 6 and would like to be added to my weekly electronic outreach list, please contact my office to ensure you receive pertinent information concerning our community. Further information about any of these articles can be found on my website or you can contact my office to obtain details.
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History takes centre stage at library BY BRIAN DRYDEN brian.dryden@metroland.com
The past comes to life at the Stittsville branch of the public library Saturday, when the facility hosts a Heritage Day event being overseen by the Goulbourn Township Historical Society. “It’s a fun event,” explained the library’s Bonnie Foster Abel. “They dress up in costumes, and have a
great sense of humour,” she said of the socity’s members who stage the Heritage Day related event that has been ongoing at the library for a few years. According to the society’s website, the event will shine a spotlight on odd activities in the area from the past. “Have you heard stories about ghosts, murder, cemeteries and other unknowns in your community? Attend this event on February 18 to discover in full detail all of the
grisly or odd activities that have taken place right here in your own backyard. There will displays with court records, photos and written accounts of these unknowns,” the society says of the event. The Feb. 18 event is from 1 to 4 p.m. and is free to attend. Complimentary refreshments will be available and there is ample parking and handicapped accessible parking at the library.
CITY OF OTTAWA NOTICE OF PROPOSED ZONING AMENDMENTS Notice is hereby provided that zoning by-law amendments are being considered by the Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Development Department of the City of Ottawa. LANDS SUBJECT TO THE PROPOSAL These City-initiated zoning amendments will affect lands throughout the City Of Ottawa PURPOSE AND EFFECT OF THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS Zoning amendments affecting the urban area: To add a provision to the zoning affecting 135 Barrette Street to consider the lands as one lot for zoning purposes; To add a provision to the zoning affecting parts of 335 St. Laurent Boulevard and 1191 Montreal Road to reinstitute the minimum rear yard setbacks of the underlying zones; To permit a medical facility limited to a dental practice at 152 Gloucester Street; To clarify the front yard setback for an office located at 950 Terry Fox Drive as being set back a minimum of six metres from Abbott Street; To add linked-detached dwelling as a permitted use within the residential third density subzone I (R3I) zone; To remove the size restriction on commercial uses within a rapid transit station; To permit a restaurant and specify the location and size of an outdoor commercial patio and parking for the property located at 274 Somerset Street East; To split Exception 2215 into two exceptions as this exception has been applied to two properties with different provisions; To revise Exception 2195 to clarify that permitted uses lawfully existing as of the date of passing of the by-law means uses lawfully existing as of February 25, 2015; To reinstate the applicable schedule for the property at 460 St. Laurent; To eliminate the parking requirement for uses wholly contained within the basement of buildings on lots located along certain designated main streets. Zoning amendments affecting the rural area: To rezone the rear portion of 2217 Trim Road from RI4 to AG; To remove the holding symbol from certain small lots along the Carp Road corridor where this requirement is not deemed necessary. Zoning amendments affecting both the rural and urban areas: To modify the number of children permitted within a home based day care to reflect new provincial legislation; To permit motor vehicle and bicycle training courses within parking lots accessory to non-residential uses; To further clarify that a lot may only contain one of either a secondary dwelling unit, garden suite, coach house, or rooming units; To permit escape rooms and karaoke lounges within zones that also permit a place of assembly; To permit an agricultural use, excluding the keeping of livestock, on any sized lot within the Agricultural (AG) and Rural Countryside (RU) zones; To establish a minimum three metre frontage requirement within AG and RU zones. Additional items to correct anomalies (errors) in the Zoning By-law may be added on a priority basis. RELATED PLANNING APPLICATIONS N/A FURTHER INFORMATION For more information about this matter, including information about preserving your appeal rights, please go to ottawa.ca/omnibus or contact the undersigned. To provide your comments please contact: Mitchell LeSage By-law Writer and Interpretation Officer Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Development Department 110 Laurier Avenue West, 4th floor Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Tel: 613-580-2424, ext. 13902 Fax: 613-580-2459 Email: mitchell.lesage@ottawa.ca SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS The City of Ottawa would like to receive any comments concerning this proposal. Please forward comments to the undersigned planner via mail, telephone, facsimile or e-mail by March 16, 2017. Comments received will be considered in the evaluation of the amendments. Dated at the City of Ottawa this 16th day of February, 2017.
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Spend time with family at rec centre Family Day fun in Stittsville on Feb. 20 BY BRIAN DRYDEN brian.dryden@metroland.com
If you live in Stittsville and looking for something fun to do on Family Day, you won’t have far to go to find it. Once again, Family Fun Day at the Goulbourn Rec Complex (1500 Shea Rd.) is being staged on the statuary holiday on Monday, Feb. 20, from 11:00 a.m to 3 p.m. Tickets for the event are $5 and can be purchased at the rec centre. Residents are also being encouraged to bring a non-perishable donation for the Stittsville Food Bank to the event. Activities available during the Family Day fun include public skating, public swimming, magic shows, carnival games and visits from some special princesses such the Little Mermaid and Snow White are also expected. “As with last year’s event, this is certain to be a great time for the whole family,” said Coun. Shad Qadri. “I hope everyone is able to join and I look forward to seeing you there,” he said. Along with the activities in Stittsville there are also special events taking place downtown at City Hall, as Family Day is the last day of Winterlude 2017. Mayor Jim Watson invites residents to join him for the Mayor’s Annual Family Day Skating Party from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sens Rink of Dreams at City Hall. The party will include special guests and fun family activities inside and out of City Hall. As well, the Tim Hortons Coffee Truck will be on hand to serve up free coffee and hot chocolate.
Retired journalist honoured for his contribution to Stittsville community SPECIAL TO THE NEWS
Retired Stittsville News photographer and journalist John Brummell was honoured for his contribution to the Stittsville and Goulbourn community over the years at a tribute night at the Lions Hall in Stittsville on Feb. 11.
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John Curry (left) presents John Brummell (right), his long time, now retired work mate with the Stittsville News with a John Deere bucket, gloves and hat at the tribute night held for John Brummell at the Lions Hall in Stittsville on Feb. 11.
City of Ottawa Stittsville ward Coun. Shad Qadri perhaps put it best when in his remarks at the event he thanked John for his contribution to the community, whether through his lens or his pen or just saying hello to those he met. He said that Stittsville is a passionate and compassionate community and that John has epitomized these feelings over the years. He said that it was fitting that John moved to the community of Stittsville in 1967 which was Canada's 100th birthday year and now he has retired 50 years later in 2017, Canada's 150th birthday year. The councillor said that John showed that he cared about the community and that he froze the memories of people in time through his photos. In presenting John with a certificate of congratulations, Coun. Qadri praised John for his willingness to photograph people of all ages in the community, saying that John's work not only reminds everyone of the importance of photos but also reminds people of the stories that these photos tell. The Stittsville District Lions Club, which hosted the evening, presented John with a photograph of himself surrounded by signed messages from those in attendance at the event. Lion Beth Lewis, one of the chief organizers of the tribute night, told how John Brummell had arrived in Stittsville in 1967, by then working for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). He retired from the RCMP in 1993 and then started to work for the Stittsville News where he covered the community's activities ranging from 4H to figure skating to school graduations to fun days.
"He was always out in the community," Beth said with regard to John Brummell's work as a community photographer and journalist. She told how John had been president of the Stittsville District Lions Club, had served on the Goulbourn Township Historical Society's Board of Directors and was involved with the Hazeldean Masonic Lodge. Stittsville News editor John Curry, who worked with John throughout his tenure with the Stittsville News, recited a poem that he wrote featuring John's love of his John Deere riding tractor. He also recounted a number of special memories involving John such as; their trip to Kentucky to visit with hockey player Matt Bradley and dressing up for skits to por-
tray the history of the Stittsville News and to perform at a tribute night for former Goulbourn politician Janet Stavinga. He presented John with a John Deere bucket along with some other John Deere items such as a pair of gloves and a hat. In his remarks at the tribute night, John Brummell recalled working on the construction of the Lions Hall where the tribute night was taking place. He thanked all those who attended the event, saying that he was fortunate to be able to cover activities in numerous schools in the area over the years. He said that he covered youth who went on to play in the National Hockey League and also youth who ended up performing in New York City.
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It's title, Eternelle Impermanence, may seem like an oxymoron but to author/photographer Sylvie Sabourin of Stittsville, there is no contradiction as she says that lots of things are eternal but not permanent.
An example of this is the collection of photographs in her just-released book that bears this title. A photograph captures a scene, fixing it forever in time. So it is eternal in that sense. But there will never be another photograph exactly the same as something such as the lighting or camera angle will change. So there is an imperma-
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*Members of the Catholic Women’s League of Holy Spirit Parish are participating in a blanket exercise on Tuesday, Feb. 21, at 7:30 p.m. in the Holy Spirit parish hall. The blanket exercise is a teaching tool that enables participants to share in the historic and contemporary relationship between indigenous and non-indigenous
sorbing the image and message, and then return to the book on another day to read and view some more. It is a companion, meant to be there when a person has a few moments to open and enjoy it. The format of this new book is different than that used for Emotions. The new book is square so that each photograph, whether taken horizontally or vertically, is reproduced in the book at the same size. With the larger format of Emotions, the vertical photographs were printed larger in size than the horizontal ones. Eternelle Impermanence can be purchased directly from Sylvie at Sylviesabourin@rogers.com or ordered in print or pdf format on the Societe des Escrivains website at https://www. societedesecrivains.com/eternelle-impermamance.html/. It is also available in bookstores in Canada and France, selling for $44.95 plus GST in Canada. The book will also be available and signed by Sylvie Sabourin when she takes part in a signing event at the Salon du Livre de l'Outaouais in Gatineau from Feb. 23 to 26. She will be there on the Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday from 10:30 a.m. to noon and also from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., Saturday from noon to 3 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 1:30 p.m. The Salon du Livre de l'Outaouais is at the Palais des congress de Gatineau at 50 rue de Maisonneuve in the Hull sector of Gatineau.
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Stittsville photographer Sylvie Sabourin holds a copy of her new book “Eternelle Impermanance” which has just been published and is being sold in both Canada and France. peoples in Canada.... *Sue Woodford, who is the communications officer at the Goulbourn Museum at Stanley’s Corners, has taken on an additional position as a part-time teacher at Algonquin College. She will be teaching in the public relations component of the revenue generation and public relations course for second-year students in the college’s Applied Museum Studies program.....
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Three new members on RVA Board of Directors the RVA annual general meeting Feb. 7. Board members John Shearer, who was vicepresident, and Jarett Brown have stepped down The board of directors of the Richmond from the board. Returning board members who were re-electVillage Association (RVA) said farewell to two members and welcomed three new members at ed at the annual general meeting included Anne BY JOHN CURRY
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Matlar, Brian Kusiewicz, David Proulx, Lee Hodgkinson, Liana Medynski, Roland Rotter, Tino Bevacqua and William Mayda. Joining the board are Lianne Neufeld, Ryan Pinet and Justyna Lawrence, giving the board 11 members. The board can have as many as 12 directors, and appoint an additional member during the coming year if it so wishes. The RVA board meets about eight times a year to provide governance over RVA activities. The board members serve a one-year term until the next annual general meeting. It is the board of directors which selects the RVA's officers for the coming year. The new 2017 board met following the annual general meeting to select its officers. David Proulx will be the president for the coming year while Lee Hodgkinson will serve as vice-president. Justyna Lawrence is taking over as the board's secretary, a role held by Roland Rotter for the past board.
Annette Matlar is continuing in the role as treasurer of the board. Once again at this year's annual general meeting, Doug Arnold served as the elections officer. There was no voting as the directors were all elected by acclamation. An election only takes place if more people are nominated for positions on the Board than there are positions available (namely 12). It was pointed out that every resident and business owner/manager in Richmond over the age of 18 is automatically a member of the RVA. The RVA's mission is to foster and encourage village identify and pride; to identify issues critical to the well-being of Richmond residents and to advocate positions that are in Richmond's best interest; to promote local business and support improved community services; and to identify, propose, organize and manage projects that enhance the natural beauty and recreational resources of Richmond.
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Members of the new 2017 Board of Directors of the Richmond Village Association are (front row, seated, from left) Lianne Neufeld, Justyna Lawrence and Annette Matlar and (back row, standing, from left) Tino Bevacqua, Brian Kusiewicz, Ryan Pinet, Liana Medynski, Lee Hodgkinson (behind Liana) and Roland Rotter. Missing from the photo are David Proulx and William Mayda.
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Self-guided tours at South Carleton open house school and see for themselves the various classrooms and learning spaces, could hear presentations on a number of programs and initiatives at South Carleton High School (SCHS) was on the school and could chat with a large brigade display Feb. 9. of orange-shirted student volunteers who could It was the occasion of the school's annual explain the learning that goes on in a particular open house at which parents could tour the classroom or the involvement of students in a BY JOHN CURRY
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particular club or activity. The open house began in the school's cafetorium where principal Colin Anderson gave a brief outline of the school's assets, his "quick little brag" as he put it to the audience of 350 who had assembled to gain an overall perspective of the school before dispersing to tour the halls and classrooms of the facility.
"It starts with the academics," principal Anderson said in explaining what South Carleton is all about. He said that the school has high standards and expectations about achievement, pointing out that SCHS tries to foster not just smart students but also provide a place where each student can be successful. See PRINCIPAL, page 19
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spacious shops cannot be found were able to wander through the anywhere else. school on self-guided tours, visiting He noted that South CarHe said that the school offers the various classrooms and shops leton provides support for exceptional programming options while also seeing student activity all students, ranging from a for students including enrichment displays and even hearing student breakfast club to guidance opportunities and five Specialist musicians as they proceeded along counsellors to other specialHigh Skills Majors (SHSM), the the hallways. ists. only school in the Ottawa Carleton Displays could be found in this He said that the size and District School Board to offer so open house in a variety of rooms location of the school is many of these SHSMs. A SHSM, such as the foods room (baking part of the reason for its taken in Grades 11 and 12, allows a cookies), the learning commons success. With an enrolment student to focus on a career path or (writers club), graphic arts, modern of about 1,000 students, interest while meeting the require- languages, music, outdoor educait is the perfect size, small ments for a high school diploma. tion, technology (manufacturing, enough where staff can get Principal Anderson also noted communications, design, computer that South Carleton has a caring science, construction, automotive staff and involved students, say- and house building), science, math ing that the staff believes in the and fitness in the gym. importance of connecting students There were also presentations to school beyond just the academic on Advanced Placement, Specialist John Curry/Metroland subjects and courses that they take. High Skills Majors, Special EduContinued from page 15 This meant the team had to face top-ranked Waterloo Following this opening presenta- cation and student success, on the South Carleton High School grade 12 student Daniel Bode in the championship game, the same team which earlier tion, parents, some with their chil- International Certificate Program demonstrates a machine that has been programmed to draw at the school’s open house on Feb. 9. in the season had defeated the West Ottawa squad in the dren who are currently in Grade 8, and on French proficiency. championship game in the Mississauga Tournament. In this championship game, West Ottawa scored first to take the lead and held a 2-1 lead until Waterloo scored to tie up the game with 20 seconds left on the clock. This meant overtime with West Ottawa coming on strong and scoring with less than two minutes gone in the overtime period to win the game and the championship. The West Ottawa U14 AA ringette team plays its league games in the Quebec Elite League (LERQ - Ligue Elite de Ringuette du Quebec). The team enjoys the opportunity to meet up with other ringette teams from Ontario in various tournaments throughout the season like those in Ajax and Mississauga. The team features Rheese Ronayne in nets, centre Caitlin Fioravanti and Jordyn Young, forwards Madison Cope, Becca Durr, Jalena Marelic, Olivia Maloney and Annika Van Vliet and defence players Haylie Balderson, Madison Broadhurst, Robyn Kramer, Jenna Marriner and Cameron McDonell. The players are hard working, fast skating and fun loving on the ice and as kooky off the ice as they are competitive on the ice. Head coach is Bev Young with assistants Bonnie Fioravanti and Debbie Winch-Maloney, and trainers Johanne Marelic and Fiona McDonell. The team is now preparing for the AA Provincials which will take place in Nepean from March 9 to March • CONSTRUCTION • RENOVATIONS • FOUNDATION REPAIRS • RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL 12. This will see the West Ottawa U14 AA ringette team go • RESTORATION • BATHROOMS • KITCHENS • BASEMENTS • FLOORING up against the finest AA ringette teams in Ontario. The West Ottawa U14 AA ringette team draws players 185 GRASSY PLAINS DR. KANATA ONTARIO K2M 2S2 Customer.Service@HopkinsContracting.com from Stittsville, West Carleton and Kanata. Continued from page 18
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Two receive RVA's 'Volunteer of the Year' award posthumously BY JOHN CURRY john.curry@metroland.com
There were two recipients of this year's Richmond Village Association Volunteer of the Year award. And, as RVA vice-president John Shearer said in making the announcement at the RVA's an-
nual general meeting on Feb. 7, these two female recipients have epitomized what volunteering is all about. Both of these ladies were honoured posthumously as both passed away in 2016, but not before they had made a significant and positive contribution as volunteers with the RVA. Carole-Ann Connolly-Metcalfe was elected
with the program inspired everyone in making a success of the program. The Richmond youth drop-in centre program is in its third year, and was expanded in the fall to include two age groups: children 8 to 11 years old from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., and youth 12 to 16 from 8:15 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the second and fourth Friday of each month at the Richmond Memorial Community Centre's upstairs hall.
to the RVA board of directors in 2016. Although she only served on the RVA Board for five months, she made an immediate impact, working with others in organizing RVA events in the community. Sarah Murray-McKay, the other recipient who also passed away during the year, had worked tirelessly on the youth drop-in centre program which the RVA operates. Her work
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The Stittsville Seniors Community (Villa) really put its heart into a fundraiser for The Heart Institute on Feb. 8. There was so much going on at the Stittsville Main Street retirement residence, including a bake sale, musical entertainment, heart-friendly
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Miki Hannam (left) purchases a Valentines-decorated bag of goodies from Andrea McIntyre (right) of the Stittsville Seniors Community at the fundraising bake sale for the Heart Institute on Feb. 9.
of Valentine’s Day but also of Heart Month which is February. Singer Bruce MacGregor wore a red Ottawa Lynx jersey from a Canada Day event long ago featuring the Lynx ball team, now long gone from the Ottawa scene. Other performers wore something red, ranging from Chris Sandes’ red hat to Brian MacMillan’s red socks. And this group delivered music that went right to the heart of its audience of seniors, with songs such as “For Me and My Gal” from the 1942 movie of the same name, starring Gene Kelly and Judy Garland, “A White Sport Coat” which was a 1957 hit for Marty Robbins, and “Moon River,” an Andy Williams hit that was the theme song for the 1961 movie “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” which starred Audrey Hepburn and George Peppard. The Stittsville Seniors Community by Revera also held an open house in conjunction with this fundraiser. Brandi Hornsby, the director of culinary services, provided food samples for visitors. Each retirement community operated by Revera such as the Stittsville Seniors Community on Stittsville Main Street was challenged to hold a fundraiser for The Heart Institute sometime in the month of February. The Stittsville Seniors Community by Revera chose Feb. 8 as the date for its fundraising effort.
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SYLVESTER, MAGGIE (Retired Nurse – CHEO) Suddenly but very peacefully at the Ottawa Hospital – Civic Campus with loved ones by her side on Wednesday evening, February 8th, 2017; Margaret Ellen Sylvester of Arnprior passed away following a valiant and courageous journey through cancer. She was 64. Beloved wife and best friend of Rick and devoted stepmom of Courtney. Dearly loved sister of John Conroy (Thelma) and Nancy White (Stephen Melville) and sister-in-law of Penny Lassenba (Blair). Special cousin of Marg and Jim Day and Joan and Jon Gamble. She also leaves a void in the lives of her “furry girls” Caramel and China. Fondly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, greatnieces and nephews as well many wonderful people whom Maggie was honoured to call “Friends”. A quiet, unassuming woman, Maggie had a genuine and beautiful way of earning the respect and friendship of others. She will be missed. Family and friends are invited to the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior for visitation on Friday evening, February 17th from 6 to 9 p.m. and again on Saturday morning, February 18th from 9:30 until 10:30. A Funeral Service will be conducted in Grace St. Andrew’s United Church, 269 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday morning at 11 o’clock. A reception will follow. In memory of Maggie, please consider a donation to the Canadian Diabetes Association; the Kidney Foundation of Canada or the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca
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May 15, 1955 – February 5, 2017 It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Doug McNab at home while moving snow on Sunday, February 5, 2017. He was 61. Dear son of Donald and Betty (nee Lindsay) McNab. Beloved husband and soulmate of Julia (nee Wilkins). Cherished and proud “Dad” of Drew (Lindsay Tompson); Jacqueline and Luke. Dearly loved brother of Lindsay (Connie); Kim (Dennis Jenkins) and Jeff (Chantal). Special uncle of Evans McNab (Tanya) and great niece Milania; Kathleen (Jeff) Jonkman; Erika Jenkins (Brennan Inglis); Katherine and Anne-Marie McNab; Matthew and Amanda Whelan. Doug will be fondly remembered by his aunts and uncles, Bud and Margaret Lindsay, Thelma Lindsay (late Harold) and Isobel Munro (late Jim) and his many cousins. Devoted son-in-law of Marion Wilkins (late Ray). Also survived by Julia’s sisters Leah and Jayne Wilkins. Family and friends were invited to Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel, 50 John St. North, Arnprior for visitation on Thursday, February 9th from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm and again on Friday, February 10th from 9 to 10:15 am. Funeral service was conducted at Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church, 116 Baskin Dr. West, Arnprior on Friday at 11:00 am. Spring interment at White Lake Community Cemetery. In memory of Doug, please consider a donation to Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences /Donations www.pilonfamily.ca
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~ Professor (Retired), Algonquin College Past Grand Knight, Knights of Columbus; Arnprior Council 2082, Member, 4th Degree, Canadian Martyrs Assembly ~ Passed away peacefully at home Wednesday morning, February 8, 2017 with his beloved wife of 61 years, Judith (Lesarge) by his side. Ambrose Holmes of Arnprior in his 82nd year. Cherished father of Duane (Nathalie), Derek, Donna (David) and Joanne (Jeff). Loved “Papa” of Jenna, Jodi, Danielle, Shannon, Julia, Elliott, Christopher, Erynn and Charlie. Son of the late Patrick and Edna (McAndrew) Holmes of Cantley, Quebec. Predeceased by brothers, Erin, Bernard, Ed, Emmanuel, Lawrence, Arnold, Fred, Sylvanus and Dillon. He will be fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews. Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd, 138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior. Visitations were Sunday February 12, 2017 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday February 13, 2017 at St. John Chrysostom Church, 295 Albert Street, Arnprior at 11:00 a.m. A Reception followed at St. John Chrysostom Parish Hall, 285 Albert Street, Arnprior. Spring interment St. Michael’s Cemetery, Fitzroy Harbour. The Knights of Columbus held at service in honour of Ambrose Sunday evening at Boyce Funeral Home. In memoriam donations to the St. John Chrysostom Church Restoration Fund would be appreciated by his family. Condolences/Tributes/Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca. “In dying we are born to eternal life”
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(Former Receptionist – Carp Medical Centre) Peacefully, our beautiful Tracey passed away at the Ottawa Hospital – General Campus the morning of Friday, February 10th, 2017. She was just 46. Beloved daughter of Robert Smith (late Joan) of Arnprior. Cherished wife and best friend for almost 25 years of Murray. Loving and devoted Mother to Bradley. Dearly loved sister of Wendy Smith (Marc Bedard) and the late Shelley Smith (David McCandless). Special daughter-in-law of Betty Hammel (late Wallace) and sisterin-law of Wayne Hammel (Heather); Elaine Graham (Mark) and Jean Hammel. Much loved by her nieces and nephews: Matthew Bedard, Brianne Bedard, Jenny Hammel (Shauna Vallentgoed) and their daughter Demetria, Greydon and Aaron Hammel, Sarah Burliegh (Don) and their son Kyson and Mitchell Graham. Lovingly remembered and forever missed by her best friends: Denise Hammel and Laurie Ann Crawford. Tracey faced many years of health issues with spirit and grace. In spite of the outlook or the prognosis, she always had a beautiful smile to offer those around her. Friends are invited to join Tracey’s family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Sunday, February 19th from 12 to 1:45 p.m. and where a service to remember Tracey will take place in the Pilon Family Chapel at 2 p.m. If you are considering a donation to honor Tracey, please give the gift of life by donating blood or make a contribution to your favorite charity. Condolences/Donations/Webcast www.pilonfamily.ca
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August 30, 1923-February 8, 2017 RCNVR, Arnprior Legion, Past PresidentArnprior Optimist Club Passed away peacefully Wednesday February 8, 2017 at The Grove Nursing Home. Bill Moore of Arnprior, formerly of Braeside in his 94th year. Bill was predeceased by his first wife Zella Moore (nee Lindsay) and by his previous wife Doreen Moore (nee Lapierre). Survived by his step-children; Tom Carmichael (Suzanne), Tim Carmichael (Jolene) and their son Tory, and Terry Carmichael (Donna) and their children Cara and Cole. Predeceased by his sister Joan Wardle (late James). Survived by his nephews David Wardle (Maureen) of Kingston and William Bradley of Las Vegas and nieces Penni Sevensky (Dan) of Maryland and Jennifer Wardle of France. Also survived by his great-nieces Riley, Logan, Tess, Sacha and Morganne. A special thank you to his faithful caregiver Teresita. Son of the late William E. and Winnifred (Slaght) Moore. Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior. Visitations will be held Friday February 24, 2017 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A Memorial Service will take place Saturday February 25, 2017 in the Boyce Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Interment Arnprior Albert Street Cemetery. In Memoriam donations to the Arnprior Hospital “Partners in Caring” Foundation would be appreciated by his family.. Condolences/Tributes/Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca.
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Davis Lorna Anne In hospital, Ottawa, Ontario on Friday, February 3, 2017. Lorna A. Davis of Carleton Place, in her 88th year. Dear wife of Roy. Mother of Wanda (Stewart) Christenson of West Port, Nova Scotia, grandmother of Alana and Colin and five loved great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Meredith Denton. A memorial service and interment will be held in the Maritime’s at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the care of the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, Carleton Place. www.barkerfh.com
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Tragically, as the result of an accident in Florida on Monday January 16, 2017 at the age of 78. Predeceased by his wife Elizabeth Francis, who died as a result of the same accident. Loving father to Howard Harker (Elizabeth) and Deborah Harker (Robert Deschamps). Proud grandfather to Nicholas, Areil, Jeffery and Sheena. Robert will be missed by his extended family. Friends supported the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Ave., Carleton Place on Friday February 17, 2017 from 3:00-7:00 P.M. for a visitation only. For those who wish, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com
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Suddenly, as the result of an accident in Milton, Ontario, on Tuesday February 7, 2017 at the age of 85. Loving wife of Murray Long. Dear mother of Bob (Dallis) Purdy and Pat Purdy. Predeceased by her daughters Anne Purdy, Sharlean Davis and Brenda Porteous. Marjorie will be missed by her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, one great-greatgrandchild, her brothers, sisters, and extended family. Predeceased by two grandchildren. Friends supported the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Ave., Carleton Place on Tuesday February 14, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. until the funeral service in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m. Cremation followed. Inurnment in the spring at St. James Cemetery. For those who wish, a donation to Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com
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Suddenly at home on Monday evening, February 6th, 2017. Paul Thomas Buston, a resident of rural Arnprior passed away at the age of 57 years. Beloved husband and best friend of Donna-Marie (nee Sauvé). Dear son of the late Harry Thomas Buston and the late Mary Elizabeth White. Paul is survived by his brothers, David (Wendy Northrup) of Calgary and Bob (Lorraine) of Hamilton; his sister, Barbara Wheelock of Ottawa as well as nieces and nephews. Private arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca
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JR. SOFTWARE ENGINEER – Embedded Programming LOCATION – OTTAWA, ON STATUS – FULL TIME Best Theratronics Ltd. is a Canadian company of TeamBest™. We became a member of the Best family in May 2008. We manufacture external beam therapy units and self-contained blood irradiators. We have created a new product line of cyclotrons (B14p, B35p and the B70p) for radioisotope production. The team brings with it a diverse range of knowledge from around the world. TeamBest™ is driven by one primary goal - to provide the best products and services to customers. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: We are looking for a talented embedded software engineer to join our development team. Reporting to the Director of Engineering and mentored by senior software designer(s), the incumbent will play a key role in the development of medical products. Key responsibilities will include: • Participate in the R&D of medical products in collaboration with scientists and other engineers. • Design and develop embedded software within real-time control systems. • Write technical documentation to support verification, validation and certification of designs. • Verify and validate control system software for medical products. SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required: • B.Sc. in Software/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, plus 1-2 years experience (Co-op experience preferred) • Proficiency in C/C++ language programming, test and verification • Practical experience with microcontrollers, analog/digital electronics, and common lab equipment • Strong analytical, organizational and problem solving skills • Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills • Flexible and comfortable at working under time constraints Preferred candidates will also have experience with, or an understanding of: • ARM CORTEX-M processors • Distributed control systems • OSI communications model, as well as TCP/ IP standards • Embedded operating systems (QNX preferred) All applicants should apply in writing with a cover letter and resume to Human Resources: Email: jobs@theratronics.ca or Fax #: (613) 591-2176 NOTE: Only successful candidates shall be contacted for interviews.
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It's called Visions and Illusions, an art exhibition now on display at the Sacred Heart High School art gallery on the second floor at the school in Stittsville. It features artwork produced by the 29 students in the Grade 12 art course, some in colour and some in black and white. Each work on display is accompanied by a written description explaining the materials and technique used by the student artist. Student Sophie Shavrnoch has two pieces in the exhibition, a 48-by-36inch mixed media work entitled Society's Angel and a graphite pencil on paper work entitled Aunty Fatima. Society's Angel is meant to display the conflicting sides of today's expectations for a female's physical perfection. It is a mixed media work with the background a mass of text to signify society in general. The idea behind the work is that some women do not know that they are beautiful but they are. She gave the subject wings created from feathers to convey the idea that she is a beautiful angel. Sophie say it took a long time to create the artwork because of its size, but she's very happy with the result, capturing her overall concept and the idea of an angel. Aunty Fatima is a work of photorealism featuring the wrinkled face of an elderly woman in a Moroccan village. Sophie's focus in this drawing was to deal with the concept of beauty and the illusion of beauty. It took her more than 40 hours to complete but she is happy with the way it turned out, with the work capturing the "wrinkles and contours" on the woman's face. Sophie hopes to enrol in a commerce program at university in the fall, with the goal of working in the fashion industry. But she hopes to continue with her art on the side, using the skills that she has learned during her time at Sacred Heart.
She says her art has allowed her to venture into realms of creativity and has allowed her to work with colours and shapes as she has grown and learned over her four years from the initial stick figures she produced in Grade 9. Student Alexandra Lord also has two pieces of artwork in the exhibition. One, entitled A Moment of Balance, is a black and white graphite pencil-on-paper work meant to show the importance of emotional balance in life. It features two faces that are joined, with one having a composed and contented expression that appears to have everything under control while the other is contorted as the person is obviously upset. These two expressions are contrasting but morph together to indicate that a balance of emotion is needed in life. Alexandra is happy with how the work turned out. "I'm into weird portraits," she says, while noting that the work also conveys a message. Alexandra's A Fragile City is a mixed media work that is meant to address the strong influence of media in the world and how it can sever the connection between humans. It is a New York City Times Square scene. A Fragile City was Alexandra's first foray into using mixed media. She found that it forced her to be more open minded and to take risks. She found that the use of polyfilla gave the artwork texture and a 3D effect, allowing the viewer to feel that he or she is in that place. Alexandra hopes to go into architecture and wants to continue with her art in her free time. She feels the creativity that she has developed in her art will help her in her architecture studies, although she admits that architecture is more mathematical than creative. The Grade 12 student art exhibition Visions and Illusions is on display at the Sacred Heart High School art gallery until March 3.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career, email your resume today to Jerome Taylor, Jr. at jerome.taylor@thetire.ca, or call 613-623-6551, ext. 3901. John Curry/Metroland
Sacred Heart High School student Sophie Shavrnoch is beside her ‘Society‘s Angel’ artwork in the grade 12 student art exhibition “Visions and Illusions” at the school. 28 Stittsville News - Thursday, February 16, 2017
Gathering to pray and to act in solidarity at Stittsville United Church SPECIAL TO THE NEWS
Over 40 people gathered at the Stittsville United Church on Friday, Feb. 3, to pray for and to act in solidarity with Muslim brothers and sisters in response to the Jan. 29 murder of six men who were praying at le Centre Culturel Islamique de Quebec. Rev. Grant Dillenbeck of Stittsville United Church opened the gathering in the church sanctuary with a prayer for peace which had been prepared by Muslim, Jewish and Christian leaders.
A video was played showing the Canadian Military Wives Choir, which practises at the church, singing a song called Stronger Together. Candles were lit in memory of the six men who were killed as their names were read out and their photos were displayed on the church's screen: Azzeddine Soufiane, Abdelkrim Hassane, Ibrahima Barry, Mamadou Tanou Barry, Khaled Belkacemi and Boubaker Thabti. Three of the white candles were lit by local community members Don
Carson, Phil Sweetnam and city Coun. Shad Qadri. The other three were lit by members of the broader Ottawa community. Letters of support for Muslim neighbours, prepared by the Moderator of the United Church and the chair of the Ottawa Presbytery of the United Church, were read. Dr. Aisha Sherazi shared some of her reflections as a Muslim woman in response to the killings in Quebec, offering prayers for peace from the Quran.
Rev. Dillenbeck mentioned that the Muslim, Jewish and Christian traditions all have an expression used by people to share their desire for peace to be with one another. The group then spent time "passing the peace" to one another and gathered in a circle for a shared meditation. Everyone was invited to the downstairs hall where participants were invited to light candles and write their own prayers. These were then placed on display pillars in recognition of the way prayers are written
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Library seeks input on programs Time is running out for seasoned patrons of the Stittsville branch of the Ottawa Public Library to complete a survey now underway that may impact what type of programs are offered for the those who are age 55-plus. “It’s not so much to get comment on existing programs, but more about what they may want
to see offered in the future,” the library branch’s Bonnie Foster Abel said. The survey, which is not online put instead is a paper survey available at the library branch, is posted at the branch for anyone who wishes to complete the survey. - Brian Dryden
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Long-time Stittsville resident Merle McCooeye’s 90th birthday bash was quite the affair at the Granite Ridge Care Community where family and friends gathered to celebrate the occassion. Along with her late husband Cecil, Merle raised three children and owned and operated Stittsville Kennels and Saddlery for 40 years. Happy birthday, Merle!
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LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 You always are thinking of others, Libra, but now it’s time to think of yourself. Rest if that is what you desire, or plan a move if you need a change of pace. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, this should be a happy week for you with a lot of social interaction among friends. A number of nights out dot your calendar, and you’re not apt to miss any. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 As the week opens you could be reassessing everything in your life, from your job to your relationship to your goals. This can be a good time to put any plans into motion, Sagittarius. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 There is a chance you may be in touch with medical personnel this week, Capricorn. It will not have to do directly to you, but maybe a call for a friend or family member. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, it’s hard to mistake your allure right now. If you are single, others will really notice you this week. If you’re attached, you will get more attention from your partner. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 This could be a memorable month for your career, Pisces. You have the ability to get the attention of some very important people. 0216
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FEB. 18 Come and hear community legends, stories and secrets on Saturday, Feb. 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Stittsville branch of the Ottawa Public Library on Stittsville Main Street in Stittsville. The event is being held to celebrate Heritage Day. You will be able to discover in detail about some of the grisly and odd activities that have taken place right here in your own backyard. See displays with court records, photos and written accounts of these events. Hear stories about ghosts, murder, cemeteries and other strange happenings in the community. It's all free and you can browse through each display while enjoying
complimentary refreshments. Every- ville. Cost $5 per person. Tickets can one is invited to attend and learn these be purchased at the front reception community secrets. desk at the GRC. Public skating, public swimming, magic shows, carnival FEB. 19 games, inflatables, visits by princesses The Richmond Royals of the Cen- such as the Snow Queen. Those attral Canada Hockey League Tier 2 tending are encouraged to take along will play the visiting Renfrew Timber- a non-perishable item for donation to wolves on Sunday, Feb. 19 at 1:30 p.m. the Stittsville Food Bank. at the Richmond arena in Richmond. FEB. 25 FEB. 20 Munster United Church in MunFamily Fun Day at the Goulbourn ster is hosting its annual spaghetti Recreation Complex (GRC), hosted supper on Saturday, Feb. 25 from by city of Ottawa Coun. Shad Qadri 4:30 to 7 p.m. The menu includes spaand the GRC will take place on Mon- ghetti, caesar salad, rolls, cookies and day, Feb. 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. ice cream, along with tea or coffee. A at the GRC on Shea Road in Stitts- gluten-free pasta will also be available.
Bring your appetite and your bib! A the Richmond arena at the corner free-will donation will be appreciated. of Perth Street and Huntley Road in Richmond. The Richmond Royals of the Central Canada Hockey League Tier 2 FEB. 28 will play the visiting Perth Blue Wings A Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on Saturday, Feb. 25 at 8 p.m. at the will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 28 from Richmond arena in Richmond. Come 4:30 to 7 p.m. at St. Andrew's Presout and support Dream Mountain byterian Church on McBean Street and Augustina Dunev's climb of in Richmond. Everyone welcome. Mount Kilimanjaro, raising money Adults $10; children (ages 6 to 12) for SOS Children's Villages. $5; and children five years of age and under are free. Menu will include panFEB. 26 cakes, sausages, back bacon, baked The Richmond Royals of the Cen- beans and dessert as well as coffee, tral Canada Hockey League Tier 2 tea and juice. To reserve tickets, please will play the visiting Metcalfe Jets call Kaye at 613-838-5432 and leave a on Sunday, Feb. 26 at 1:30 p.m. at message.
Hornets Major Atom Girls are champions at Brockville SPECIAL TO THE NEWS
It took overtime but the Goulbourn Hornets Major Atom Girls basketball team emerged as champions in the recent annual Stacey Dales Tournament in Brockville. The Hornets went up against the Ottawa Next Level squad in the championship final, holding the lead for much of the game. But Ottawa Next Level came back to tie the game in the final minute, forcing overtime play. In the overtime, the Hornets played with composure and thanks to some clutch foul shooting and timely bas-
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kets came away with a 36-32 win and the gold medals. The Goulbourn Hornets had reached the championship final with an inspired performance against the Brockville Blazers in semifinal action. The Hornets trailed by ten points at one point in this semifinal game but a solid second half performance allowed the Hornets to claw their way back and eventually emerge with a 36-33 victory and a trip to the championship final. The Hornets had opened tournament play with a 35-29 loss to the host Brockville Blazers, the same team which they later defeated in semifinal action. After this opening loss to the Brockville Blazers, the Hornets rebounded with a 39-28 victory over the Ottawa Next Level team.
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Members of the Goulbourn Hornets Major Atom Girls basketball team, champions in the Stacey Dales Tournament in Brockville, are (at the front, from left) Eden Tourigny, Elsie Ross and Hillary Boehm Edwards and (at the back, standing, from left) coach Kevin Hemeon, Thomas Case, Kylee Enticknap, Hillary Case, Kaitlyn Leboutillier, coach Dan Case, Alyssa Lamoureux, Maya Hamad, Brooke Ellis, Zoey-Anna Hemeon, Brooke Wallace and coach Geoff Edwards.
Pro2Col beats Molson's with shootout goal in Town League SPECIAL TO THE NEWS
It took a shootout to determine the winner in the Stittsville Town League game between the Molson's and Pro2Col squads on Feb. 9. It was a close game all the way through, with Molson's taking a 1-0 lead into the second period and Pro2Col coming back in the second period to tie it up at 1-1 going into the third period. Both teams scored three goals in the third period, knotting the score at 4-4 at the end of regulation time. So, it was on to the shootout with Zach Rodier of Pro2Col scoring to give his team the victory. Other Pro2Col scorers in this game were Chris BrussaToi with two goals and Dean Galasso and Chris Fraser
with one goal each. Pat Kavanagh picked up three assists in the game while Ryan Donnelly chipped in with two assists. Single assists went to Drew MacMillan and Ryan White. Scoring for Molson's in this game were Anthony Rea, Jordan Hass, Chris Monteith and Mike Horner. Shayne Thompson collected two assists with single assists going to Ryan Sterling, Anthony Rea and Jordan Hass. In the other Stittsville Town League game on Feb. 9, Cabling Ottawa rallied with four
goals in the third period to come back and defeat Laurysen Kitchens 8-6. It was 3-2 for Laurysen Kitchens at the end of the first period and Laurysen Kitchens was still up by one goal, 5-4, at the end of the second period. But then Cabling Ottawa exploded for four goals in the third period to end up winning by an 8-6 score. Mike Byrne scored three goals for Cabling Ottawa in this game. Teammates Chris King and Scott Sherman both tallied twice while Spencer Band added a single marker. Mike Byrne, Matt DiMillo, Jesse Gim-
blett, Chris King and Alex Robinson all picked up two assists in the game. Single assists were earned by Drew Zuro and Spencer Band. For Laurysen Kitchens, Chris Hesse had two goals while single goals were scored by Luke Haunts, Kyle Gourgon, Greg Harding and Dominik Rozman. Kyle Gourgon also had two helpers while single assists were earned by Dominik Rozman, Marty Ballard, Sam Kelly, Chris Hesse, Mike Laurysen, Luke Haunts and Thomas Nesbitt.
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and an informed understanding of their legal situation. They are most commonly invalidated for a lack of full financial disclosure, or matters such as undue influence or fraud. A contract will generally be upheld when it is apparent that both parties gave and received full financial disclosure and they were fully aware and informed as to the legal consequences of the contract. Each party should have independent legal advice. This protects against a future claim that one party was not fully aware of what they were signing. Marriage contracts are particularly advisable in situations where the parties have significant disparity in their incomes or asset bases. In those situations, one party may have particular concerns about exposing their assets to the other party in the event of a divorce. A valid marriage contract drafted by a family lawyer can act as an effective insurance policy against what could be a significant financial setback.
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