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Goulbourn skaters back from Special Olympics World Winter Games Continued from page 1
Also there to cheer for the returning skaters were some fellow Goulbourn Skating Club skaters. City of Ottawa Stittsville ward Coun. Shad Qadri was also there to welcome home these world champions, handing out miniature Canada flags and red pompoms to everyone present and congratulating Jack and Katie on their achievements. Besides their various medals, Jack and Katie also returned with a host of collector pins which they received by trade with other athletes from around the world at the event. The 2017 Special Olympics World Win-
ter Games took place in Austria beginning on March 14. Jack and Katie were chosen as members of Team Canada for these Special Olympics World Winter Games thanks to their performance at the national Special Olympics competition which was held in Corner Brook, N.L. a year ago. At this national competition, Jack had won two gold medals and a bronze medal while Katie had won two gold medals and a bronze medal as well. Banners acknowledging these medal accomplishments by Jack and Katie at this 2016 national competition hang on the north wall of arena “A” at the Goulbourn Recreation Complex in Stittsville.
Jack and Katie were two of the 18 staging these Special Olympics World Winter Games. figure skaters who were part of the The Special Olympics is a worldwide movement fosterTeam Canada figure skating team ing inclusion and community through sport for those with at the 2017 Special Olympics World intellectual disabilities. Winter Games in Austria. The Canadian team had a total of 108 members competing in six sports — alpine skiing, cross country skiing, floor hockey, speed skating, snowshoeing and figure skating. It was the third largest team at the Games. In Your Community Newspaper* Jack Fan, who is 20 years old, has been skating for eight years, the same length of time as Katie Xu, who is 18 years old. They both attend Sir Guy Carleton Secondary School and also THE 3 ONE BUY 2, GET both swim competitively in Special * Olympics events in the summer. The Special Olympics World Winter Games are the world’s largest sport SAVE 50 and humanitarian event, involving YS $369 ON LY 2DA 3,000 athletes from over 110 countries. * in select areas Over 3,000 volunteers are involved in 899
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A raid on some pot shops in Ottawa last week has Stittsville Coun. Shad Qadri hoping that one such facility that has been operating on Iber Road in his community will take the hint and wait until marijuana is actually legal in Canada and the rules about distribution of legal pot are in place before such a facility operates in his community. It was reported earlier this week that the federal government will likely introduce legislation in April that will get the ball rolling towards legalizing recreatational marijuana, with weed being legal come Canada Day 2018. The federal Liberals promised to legalize marijuanna during the last federal election. But while legal pot is coming, pot dispensaries have been sprouting up like weeds across the country in the past year despite the fact that marijuanna for recreational use remains illegal. Seven people were arrested on March 21 after police seized drugs, cash and a loaded handgun from two illegal marijuana shops and a home in Nepean. Police used search warrants to raid a Centrepointe Drive home and the storefronts on the 900 block of Carling Avenue and in the 1-100
block of Iber Road in Stittsville. While marijauna remains illegal, Coun. Qadri expects city police to continue to raid such “illegal operations”. “At the pressent time the product is illegal,” Qadri, who is chair of the city’s health board and been a vocal opponent of the illegal pot operations, said in reaction to the raid that involved the Stittsville storefront facility. “I can’t demand that they do that, but I expect the police to do that,” Qadri said of the March 21 raid. ’If and when’
“If and when they legalize marijuana, I expect there would be rules and regulations put in place, so let’s wait for that,” Qadri said. City police are telling residents that if they have concerns about such pot shop operations to contact the department. “We continue to advise the public that these storefront operations are illegal and the laws will be enforced,” said Staff Sgt. Rick Carey from the police department’s drug unit folliwing the March 21 raid. Police are asking anyone with information about drug complaints to call 613-236-1222, ext. 7300, or to submit a report online at Ottawapolice.ca.
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The trains were running in Stittsville on the weekend of March 18-19. No, it wasn’t the real locomotives that used to run through Stittsville for 120 years until they ceased in 1990 but rather the trains of model railroad enthusiast Tony Chamberlain of Kanata. He had not only his O gauge model train engines and cars set up in the meeting room at the Stittsville branch of the Ottawa Public Library on Friday evening, March 17 as well as Satur-
day, March 18 and Sunday, March 19 but also had a miniature village with buildings and vehicles set up, around which the trains ran. And Tony’s model railroad trains are so extensive that he was able to run different train sets on different days. So on the Friday he had Canadian Pacific (CP) model trains running around the library layout. On the Saturday it was Canadian National (CN) trains that took to the tracks while on Sunday, it was the turn of Ontario Northland engines and train cars. See ALL ABOARD, page 7
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Tony also got into the mood on each of these days, wearing a CP T-shirt on the Friday and Saturday and an Ontario Northland T-shirt on the Sunday. He does not have a CN T-shirt or he would have worn it on the Saturday instead of the CP T-shirt. About 100 people dropped in to see this model train layout on the Friday while over 150 dropped in on the Saturday. Sunday, with its reduced hours, attracted about 50 spectators. This was a free drop-in program provided by the Ottawa Public Library. Tony, who lives in Kanata, has a model railroad layout set up in his basement and also another one in his garage. His wife Carol Stephenson also enjoys model railroading but she likes setting up the layout more than actually operating the trains. Tony’s model trains are so-called O gauge which is a commonly used scale in model railroading. Originally introduced by German toy manufacturer Marklin around 1900, this three-rail alternating current O gauge was the most common model railroad scale in the United States by the 1930s and remained so until the early 1960s when Submitted smaller scales became popular. O gauge has started to regain its popularity among model train enthusiasts with Model train enthusiast Tony Chamberlain operates one of his model now no fewer than six companies marketing O gauge trains as it runs around on a track layout set up in the meeting room of trains in the United States. the Stittsville branch of the Ottawa Public Library.
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he Stanley Cup has been sighted in Ottawa. No the Senators haven’t yet grasped hockey’s holy grail, but the mug has been touring the town. Rideau Hall hosted the Cup during March break and the lineups to have photos taken with the famous silverware snaked through the old building’s hallways. No one seemed to mind the wait, and the hockey fans there were giddy when they reached the front of the line and got a chance to touch a piece of history. It’s a sign of the passion Ottawans feel for Stanley. The Cup also visited the site of a future permanent monument to the trophy at Sparks and Elgin streets. Some NHL greats and the Governor General were on hand to break ground at the site last week. The city’s residents and visitors will soon
be able to mug for photos with a replica of the Stanley Cup. More passion. And in the coming weeks we’ll enjoy the late-season drama of the NHL and get behind our Ottawa Senators run to the playoffs. Bars will fill up. Elgin Street will turn red – the colour of passion. After we enjoy our warmer months and the nation’s 150th birthday celebrations, we’ll be able to slap on toques and mittens to watch those same Sens take on the rival Montreal Canadiens at TD Place. Stanley will no doubt be there on Dec. 16 too, as the first game in NHL history – played between Ottawa and Montreal in Ottawa on Dec. 19, 1917 – is celebrated a century later. It’s true, despite having just made it through one winter, many will be looking forward to the next one. Yes, we’re just a little hockey crazy.
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percentage for 1966, when 41 per cent of Canadians smoked. In 1966, trust me, you would never have believed that the rate of smoking could be basically cut in half 34 years later. How did it happen? There was Funny Town some government involvement, to be sure. Taxes rose continuously, so that the other things that bug us. Things smokes became less affordable. Various smoke-free zones were declared. can change. In 1966 you could smoke on airIf you are skeptical, look at planes, in offices, in movie theatres, the statistics on smoking released in university seminar rooms, in grothe other day. A study by Statistic cery stores — just about anywhere Canada showed that 17.7 per cent of Canadians 12 and older smoked but in church. Talk about change! The number of smoke-free zones either daily or occasionally in 2015. broadened. Businesses recognized That’s down from 18.1 per cent in 2014, which is nice. But what’s really that going smoke-free could help interesting is the contrast with 2000- them. Advertising was restricted. 2001, when 26 per cent of Canadians Health warnings were required on packages. All of this added up. smoked. But the big change was to social That’s a big change, and bigger attitudes. Almost overnight, it still when you compare it with the
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seemed, people stopped providing ashtrays in their houses. At dinner parties, you didn’t light up without being stared at. Among adults, smoking, which was once thought of as the height of sophistication, became uncool. Among younger people, smoking retained some of its cool factor, but smoking among young people has diminished too. So the biggest factor in the smoking reduction is a change in people’s attitudes. And smoking is not the only area where that has happened. In 1966, there was no such thing as the designated driver. To give another example, in 1966 North America, there was no such thing as bottled water — at least to the extent that it has existed in recent years. Then bottled water arrived and seemed inevitable. And now it’s leaving, at least in places like this. It was cool for a while, then people started thinking about all that plastic, and about the good 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
clean water they can get for nothing. So don’t despair. Change is possible. Recently, a pro basketball game was played in New York with no music, no noise, no promotions during the first half. Just the sounds of the game. Reaction was mixed, but the fact it was attempted is significant. Maybe some day no telemarketers.
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What’s up, doc, around the village of Stittsville? *Stittsville United Church will be hosting Camp Awesome, a Christian day camp for children aged 4 to 12 years old, from Monday, July 31 to Friday, Aug. 4 this year. The camp, held at Stittsville United Church on Fernbank Road just west of Stittsville Main Street, will run daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. At the camp, children will learn about the Bible through drama, songs, crafts, games and other fun activities. Water day is always a highlight of the week as the youngsters and counsellors get soaked with water in a fun activity. Leadership at this day camp is provided by a group of trained teenagers who look after similar camps at about 20 United churches in the Ottawa area throughout the summer. The theme of Camp Awesome this year is “Do Justice, Love Kindness and Walk Humbly With God“ (Micah 6:8). Morning and afternoon snacks will be provided, but children are asked to bring their own nut-free lunch. Cost is $85 for one child, $145 for two children or $180 for a family of more than two children. Financial support is also available upon request. For more information or to register, please visit the Stittsville United Church website at www.suchurch.com or call the church office at 613-836-8735. Registration is limited, so early registration is recommended to avoid disappointment ... *Members of the Amberwood Golf and Country Club are eligible for a discount on registration for a new golf tournament that is being hosted by TMSI Sports Management and Club EG this June. This Club EG City Championship tournament will see golf-
ers play three courses, eQuinelle Golf Club, Brockville Country Club and Perth Golf Club. Golfers will play a round of stroke play at each course, competing in one of six divisions. Half the field will make the cut after the second round. Dates for the tournament are June 16-18 ... *The Ottawa West Arts Association (OWAA) has a new online exhibition of paintings by OWAA member Louise Barker on its website at https://owaa.ca/canada-150/. This exhibition is comprised of 18 paintings depicting Canada’s natural beauty as found in six provinces ranging from coast to coast. This online gallery, called Canadian Scenes, is the latest online addition to OWAA’s celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday … *The Stittsville District Lions Club is holding the last euchre in its current Thursday night series at the Lions hall on Stittsville Main Street this Thursday, March 30. But this does not mean that there will be no more Thursday night euchre in Stittsville, because there will be. The scene of the euchre parties for the month of April is shifting to the Stittsville Seniors Community by Revera (Villa) on Stittsville Main Street, almost across the street from the Lions hall. These euchre nights will be held at the Stittsville Seniors Community (Villa) from Thursday, April 6 through to Thursday, April 27, with the doors opening at 7 p.m. and the euchre starting at 7:30 p.m. It will cost $5 per person to play, but this will include a sandwich and dessert luncheon. Everyone is most welcome to drop in and enjoy an evening of playing
euchre ... *Two teachers at Stittsville schools are among the recipients of the Director of Education Commendations of the Ottawa Catholic School Board this year. Sacred Heart High School teacher Jennifer Klatt and St. Stephen Catholic School resource teacher Michelle Tierney are among the 35 board staff who will be receiving the award at the Board’s Celebration of the Eucharist for Catholic Education Week on Tuesday, May 2 at Notre Dame Cathedral in Ottawa. The Director of Education Commendation award is presented to board staff who have shown exemplary commitment and dedication to helping students achieve their goals ... *Janice Lafontaine is a new member of the Ottawa West Arts Association (OWAA). The OWAA stages ongoing art exhibitions at the OWAA gallery in the foyer area of the Goulbourn Recreation Complex on Shea Road. Each exhibition remains in place for a twomonth period … *Stittsville will once again this year have a Community Procession of the Cross on Good Friday, April 14, with the walk beginning at the Stittsville United Church on Fernbank Road at 9:30 a.m. and then proceeding along Stittsville Main Street. Everyone is welcome to participate … *The next Stittsville Diners Club luncheon will be held on Tuesday, April 18 at the Stittsville United Church on Fernbank Road just west of Stittsville Main Street. Besides the nutritional lunch, entertainment will be provided by the musical duo of Ross and Kathy.
The Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre and community volunteers host these Stittsville Diners Club gatherings for seniors and adults with physical disabilities living in the Stittsville community and area. They are held on the third Tuesday of each month from noon to 2 p.m. Those wishing to attend this luncheon must register at least seven days in advance by phoning 613-591-3686, ext. 316. Cost is $8 per person. Transportation can be arranged upon request …
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What’s happening in Richmond? *Thinking about homemade (church made) pies to have with your Easter dinner? Order yours from St. Paul’s United Church. There is a wide selection of fruit pies available, and for Easter, special orders for butterscotch, pecan, maple and lemon meringue pies will be taken. The church also makes quiche Lorraine and veggie quiche. To place an order, call Isabel Thompson on 613-838-2031 or email isagar.thompson@gmail.com but you have to do it before Tuesday, April 11 for pickup at the church on Saturday, April 15, just in time for Easter dinner. *Sharon Carstairs, a retired Canadian senator, will be speaking about palliative care at the Rev. Michael Gillissie Parish Hall at St. Philip’s Church, corner of Fortune and Burke streets Saturday, April 8, organized by the Catholic Women’s League. Senator Carstairs will begin at 10 a.m. but those attending are urged to arrive by 9:30 a.m. Senator Carstairs has been a supporter of palliative care over the years and now she is an advocate for ensuring that everyone has access “to quality end of life care”. *The Richmond Legion Hall became a movie theatre of sorts on Saturday afternoon, March 25 as the Goulbourn Township Historical Society showed a digital version of the Caretaker of Dreams play which was initially presented on stage at Sacred Heart High School in Stittsville in November, 2000 as a millennium project. Over 50 people turned out to view this presentation of the play which was shown in colour on a big screen at the front of the hall. And to give it all that theatre atmosphere, bags of popcorn were available for the audience members. A number of those who were involved with the playback in 2000 were in attendance at the event. Caretaker of Dreams tells the story of the history of Goulbourn township from the early Richmond settlement in 1818 through to the future beyond the year 2000. The play was written by Barbara Bottriell and was directed by Shelagh Mills. The play involved a cast of over 100 actors, musicians and dancers. Others with roles with the play included dance director Christine Delorme-Lamarche, sets by Ron Martin, lighting by Paul Gardner, musical direction by Barbara Bottriell, costumes by Lynn Griffiths and production co-ordination by Hilary Dick.
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*The Richmond Village Association’s meeting on Tuesday, April 4 at 8 p.m. in the upstairs hall at the Richmond Memorial Community Centre (arena) will feature an update on all of the activities currently planned for Richmond’s 200th anniversary celebrations in 2018. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend to hear about these exciting plans. *The annual Jock River canoe race has been postponed from its original date on Saturday, April 8 to the following Saturday, April 15 due to the recent cold weather. With the postponement in the date of the race, early bird and online registration have been extended to April 11 and April 14 respectively. *The euchre party at the Rev. Michael Gillissie Parish Hall at St. Philip’s Church, corner of Burke and Fortune streets, on Wednesday, March 22 saw a good turnout, including several newcomers. Winners of high scores at this euchre were Christine Moore in first place, followed by Geoff Smith, Joanne Sargeant, Milan Plzak and Vincent O’Connor, in second to fifth place respectively. Share the Wealth prizes were won by Ernie Beaudette, Zygmunt Misztal and Madeleine Purdy. Lloyd Gervais had the high
score at halftime, while the consolation prizes were won by Mary Roosen and Milan Plzak. All euchre players are welcome to attend and enjoy the next euchre party at the Rev. Michael Gillissie Parish Hall, Wednesday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m. The admission fee of $5 includes lunch and refreshments. For more information, please call Rita on 613-489-3996. *Doug and Pam Champagne of Richmond are getting together with some of their friends to host a jamboree Fur the Love of Cats this Sunday, April 2 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Westboro Legion (downstairs hall) on Richmond Road in Ottawa. Guests performing at the jamboree will include Neville Wells, Mac Berube and Last Call, Rick King, Gib Rozon Band, Rob Dillon, Sherrill Ferguson and more. The house band for the jamboree will include Marc Senecal, Bob Clermont, Rocky Bigford and Marc Dubois. Admission cost is $5 per person with all proceeds going to the Ottawa Stray Cat Rescue and Rebeccas’ Feral Cat Colony. There will be a raffle and door prizes. Food will be available. The band and all of the musicians are donating their time for the event. Tickets available by emailing thelegacy@sympatico.ca.
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Councillor’s Column Keeping You Informed By Shad Qadri, Councillor Ward Six Stittsville City of Ottawa
March 30, 2017
Councillor’s Column Keeping You Informed Hair Donation Ottawa Dear Residents, This year on April 30th, I will be continuing my annual tradition of shaving my hair in support of cancer research with Hair Donation Ottawa. Cancer is a disease which affects all of us; whether directly or indirectly, we all know someone whose life has been permanently altered by this tragic condition. But thanks to advances in medical technology, we can all contribute to change that. Before research began receiving funding from institutes such as the Canadian Cancer Society, it was understood very differently than it is today. What was initially thought of as one disease is now more generally considered as 200 distinct disease each brought upon by different causes and thereby requiring different treatments. Likewise, in the 1970s, only half of those diagnosed with the disease could expect to live for another five years. Now, that number has risen to more than 2/3. I am proud that this is my sixth year participating in a hair donation campaign in support of various cancer research organizations and my fourth with Hair Donation Ottawa. My goal for this year is to raise $500 in support of cancer research; however, as with any charitable institution, I would welcome the idea of surpassing that goal! I would like to invite residents to share their generosity with this excellent campaign by sponsoring my hair donation at www.hairdonationottawa.com or visiting www.shadqadri.com and click on the “Hair Donation Ottawa” tab under the “Current and Ongoing Items” header. I would also like to encourage residents to take this opportunity to start their own campaigns. Every little bit of funding helps to bring Canadians one step closer to preventing cancer from taking another life. The event takes place on Sunday, April 30th from 9:00-5:00 PM at the Algonquin College Salon and Spa “A” building, Room #A112 and Mayor Watson has graciously offered his barbering talents for my head shaving at 1:00 PM. I would like to thank Helene Hutchings and Perry Pavlovic with Hair Donation Ottawa for all of her hard work in creating this campaign which has now raised over $370,000 for cancer research since launching in 2011. I would also like to thank Mayor Watson for offering his time as well as the entire community of Stittsville for all of their donations of support over the years in benefit of this charity. Thank you for supporting cancer research.
Stittsville Planning Primer – April 6th As you may know, my office is working with the City’s Planning Department to bring a Planning Primer event to Stittsville. We are one of the fastest growing areas of the City with many development applications on the go. I am frequently posting information regarding development projects in Stittsville to keep the community informed of what is being planned in the community. It can sometimes be overwhelming to those unfamiliar with just how the planning process works. A Planning Primer is the perfect opportunity for residents and community associations to learn about the necessary background in understanding the development process. It is a great means of keeping our community educated and up-to-date on all things that are going on in Stittsville. A full detailed invitation with agenda is available for review on my website, shadqadri.com The event will take place from 6:30-9:30 Thursday, April 6th at the Goulbourn Recreational Complex Hall A and will provide a condensed introduction with materials covered in the City’s Planning Primer 1 and 2. City’s Planning staff will also be explaining a variety of common topics specific to Stittsville including the process behind tree removal, the implementation of the Fernbank Community Design Plan (CDP), and an overview of the Ontario Municipal Board’s appeal process, to name a few. Seating is limited and will be provided on a first come, first serve basis. For accommodation requests, please email me at Shad.Qadri@ottawa.ca by March 31, 2017.
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. Stittsville News - Thursday, March 30, 2017 11
Church Services Growing, Serving, Celebrating Sunday Sunday Sunday Worship Service 10:00 am Pastor Shaun Seaman
Minister of Youth and Discipleship: Nick Trytsman Pastor Shaun Seaman
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Welcome to our church St. Paul’s United Church, Carp Service 10:30 a.m. 613-839-2155 www.stpauls-dunrobin.ca stpaulsunitedcarp@sympatico.ca
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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
St Mary’s North March 2574 6th Line Road, Dunrobin Services and Sunday School 9:00 am
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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 PASTOR STEVE STEWART
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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
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GLEN CAIRN UNITED CHURCH 140 Abbeyhill Dr., Kanata Rev. Brian Copeland
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KANATA BAPTIST CHURCH
Nursery & Sunday School Available
Youth Group Mondays at 7:oopm
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Rev. Grant Dillenbeck Church: 613-836-4962
Sunday Services 9 & 11:15am 9am Children’s Program Available Pastors: Bob Davies, Stephen Budd & Doug Ward
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ST. THOMAS ANGLICAN CHURCH “Today’s Church for Tomorrow’s World” Celebrating 151 years of Ministry
Sunday Worship Service 10:30am. Sunday School 9:15am. Wednesday Lenten Services - 7:30pm
Rev. Dr. Jorge. E. Groh Office 613-592-1546 • www.christrisen.com
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC PARISH A Welcoming Community 1489 Shea Road, (corner of Abbott) Stittsville, Ontario K2S 0G8
SUNDAY MASS TIMES Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 am & 10:30 am Monsignor Joseph Muldoon, Pastor Parish office - 613-836-8881 Fax - 613-836-8806
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Sunday Holy Communion: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Open TableCommunity Community Dinner Open Table Dinner Saturday May 14th, p.m. p.m Saturday, April 8th at55:00 The Reverend Jane McCaig 1619 Stittsville Main Street 613-836-5741 www.stthomasstittsville.ca
Grace Baptist Church of Ottawa 2470 Huntley Road
Preaching the Doctrines of Grace
Sunday Worship 10:30 am Sunday and weekday Bible studies see our website for times and locations
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Sunday ServiceS Sunday april 2 ~ Lent Five 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
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Stittsville businessman/developer Ray Bell dies special to the News
James Raymond (Ray) Bell, a Stittsville businessman and developer, has died. He was 88 when he passed away on March 13. Son of the late W.J. Bell and Etta Porter, he is survived by his wife Grace (Bradley); his children Jim, Emily (Paul Benckhuysen), Joe and Russell; 12 grandchildren and 17 greatgrandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife Greta Johnston and a daughter Melodie (Peter Burke). Ray followed in the footsteps of his father, William J. (Billy) Bell, who operated a general store in Stittsville as well as a trucking company hauling pulpwood. He also built and operated
a feed mill on Stittsville Main Street and began an insurance business which later became Bradley Insurance. He also operated a farm in the area, and along with Alf McCoy of Stittsville, he began McCoy-Bell Construction Company — which eventually split into two, with the subsequent Bell firm involved in crushing stone and gravel. In fact, Ray went to work for his father when he was just 15 years old, as W.J. Bell Construction had contracts for crushing work throughout Eastern Ontario and Quebec. Ray went on to become president of the company. Billy Bell also was one of the first developers in Stittsville, with housing
Rev. Michael Gillissie passes away Special to the News
St. Philip Catholic Parish’s former and much beloved pastor Father Michael Gillissie has passed away. Born in August 1941, Father Gillissie died on Tuesday, March 21 after a long battle with emphysema. He had retired in 2001 after serving as the parish priest at St. Philip’s Parish in Richmond since 1992. It was during his tenure at St. Philip’s that the parish hall was built and the parish was rejuvenated and energized. It was just last September that a ceremony was held at the church which officially named the parish hall as the “Rev. Michael Gillissie Parish Hall” in honour of the leading role that he had played in its construction. Fr. Gillissie himself could not attend the dedication ceremony due to health concerns. At this dedication ceremony Fr. Gillissie was represented by numerous family members including his brother Paul Gillissie and his sister Mary Ann McBane, who together unveiled the sign outside the hall which now identifies it as the “Rev. Michael Gillissie Parish Hall.” The hall has been open since 1996 with Rev. Gillissie, who was the parish priest at the time, widely acknowledged as the driving force and inspiration behind its construction. Rev. Gillissie had wanted a parish hall for St. Philip’s so that the parish would have a meeting place for parish activities and gatherings. Indeed, it was early in his tenure at St. Philip’s when he shared his dream with the congregation for building such a parish hall. In May 1993, all parishioners were asked to complete a questionnaire on building a parish hall, with 84 percent of parishioners in support. But then came the challenge of raising the funds for the project. There was land on Fortune Street owned by the church. Rather than sell the land, it was thought that more funds could be generated by raffling off the land and so raffle tickets at $100 each were sold, with the winner
getting the land. But there was still a need for more funding. An idea was developed to have the Archdiocese run a raffle with land owned by St. Philip’s on Ottawa Street as the first prize. This raffle did the trick as it generated the remaining funding need to start the project. Parishioner Tom DeMarco was instrumental in the actual construction of the parish hall, which was designed by architect Ralph Vandenberg. Speaking at a reception following the naming and dedication ceremony, Mr. DeMarco summed up Rev. Gillissie’s involvement in the parish hall project as follows: “He had a vision and every week it was just a lot of fun building this hall and working with Father.” In speaking on behalf of the family and his brother Rev. Gillissie, Paul Gillissie said that his brother was awed by the involvement of the parishioners of St. Philip’s in the parish, with everyone rolling up their sleeves and helping out when needed. “You have touched his soul forever,” Paul said in concluding his remarks on behalf of his brother. In his remarks earlier in the mass, current St. Philip’s pastor Rev. Bob Poole noted that it was Rev. Gillissie’s vision that brought about the building of the parish hall at St. Philip’s. In his remarks at the reception in the parish hall following the hall dedication ceremony outside, Brian McSheffrey recounted not only Rev. Gillissie’s involvement and leadership in the building of the parish hall but also in the way that he energized the parish from the moment that he arrived in 1992. “In the summer of 1992, St. Philip’s Church went from zero to about 200 miles per hour when Father Michael Gillissie showed up as our new pastor,” he said. He noted that within weeks of Father Gillissie’s arrival, there was a parish picnic with races and other activities. See PARISH HALL, page 34
built on such streets as Meadowland Drive. Bell Memorial Park flanked by Stittsville Main Street, Cherry Drive and Fernbank Road sits on land donated by Billy Bell. Ray Bell continued in this family tradition, being involved with a number of subdivision developments in the Stittsville area including Crossing Bridge Estates, Healey’s Heath, Woodside Acres, and the housing south of Fernbank Road and east of Stittsville Main Street which includes Hartsmere Drive, Baywood Drive and James Lewis Avenue. Ray also operated Bell Service Centre — a gas outlet, convenience store and office building along Stittsville Main Street, which is now the site of the Ultramar plaza. A celebration of life in memory of Ray Bell was held at the Irish Hills Golf Club in the afternoon on Sunday, March 19.
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Honouring Our Veterans For too long, Veterans have been unable to provide to the public, to their families, and to their work, a reliable and well known form of identification that proves their service. This is why I am bringing forward a called the Honouring Our Veterans Act 2017 I’m suggesting that the driver’s license be modified with a small yellow stripe bearing the word ‘Veteran’. The same would go for Ontario Identification Cards for those who don’t have a driver’s license. This modification will be optional, of course, and it would be an easy and inexpensive way to recognize Veterans in our province. The benefits of the Honouring our Veterans Act are many, whether proving years of service in the military to secure a new job, or so that our first responders can know right away that they are helping a Veteran in need. Businesses may be open to using this identification to provide specific products or services to Veterans, and may even go so far as to offer them discounts. The simple justification for the Honouring our Veterans Act is this: Veterans served on our behalf in some of the most dangerous places on the planet. They return home and hand in their equipment. But they don’t forget about their service, and neither should we. It’s time to list Veteran on their government identification. My Bill will be debated in the Ontario legislature on March 30th. Stay posted for further details!
Contact Information Constituency Office of Jack MacLaren, MPP Carleton-Mississippi Mills 240 Michael Cowpland Drive, Suite 100 Kanata, Ontario K2M 1P6 Telephone: (613) 599-3000 E-Mail: Jack.MacLarenCo@pc.ola.org www.jackmaclarenmpp.com Let’s Stay In Touch Stittsville News - Thursday, March 30, 2017 13
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t was our turn. We had been anticipating the weekend for months. And now it was finally here. Our beloved teacher would be coming home with us on Friday night and staying until Father took us back to school on Monday morning. There were very few families who weren’t given the privilege of having Miss Crosby stay over. Rich or poor, it was considered an honour to play host to the teacher once a year. And now, finally, she would be coming to spend the time with us. This meant, of course, the house would have to be cleaned from top to bottom, even the places where Miss Crosby wouldn’t be going near. Like the back bedroom where the three brothers slept. But it too had to be scrubbed, and like the other beds, even though it wasn’t wash day until Monday, the sheets were changed right through the house. And the meals! What feasts were planned by Mother! Fresh apple and raisin pies were on the
bake table, freshly baked bread filled the bread box, sticky buns were in the warming closet over the Findlay Oval, and our best dishes, the only ones that matched and came from puffed wheat bags from Briscoe’s General Store, were washed and dried, just in case a fleck of dust was on any of them since they were last used. Of course, the red-checked oil cloth was taken off the table, rolled on a broom stick, and tucked under Mother and Father’s bed, and the white linen tablecloth Mother had brought from New York was freshly washed and ironed, with its matching napkins to be placed beside each plate. Father thought all the fussing was crazy. “She’s just from the farm like the rest of us,” he said. But Mother paid him no heed, and we five kids agreed with her. Having Miss Crosby for a weekend was very special indeed. There would be no walking home from school that Friday night. Father would bring the flat bottom sleigh with the one seat at
MARY COOK Memories the front where he and Miss Crosby would sit, while we kids clung to the back. And that day there would be no changing in our play clothes when we came home from school. We would stay dressed in what we had worn that morning, with the brothers pulling on bib-overalls
over top to do the chores. Supper would be ready early and it would be ample. Roast pork from the smoke house, creamed potatoes, at least two vegetables, cabbage salad, and homemade pickles filled the table, hardly leaving enough room for our plates, and the little glass rack that
Roast pork from the smoke house, creamed potatoes, at least two vegetables, cabbage salad, and homemade pickles filled the table ...
held our spoons in the centre, which was only used when we had company. Often the teacher was treated to a Saturday night house party and she joined right in with euchre and the kitchen square dance. And of course, Sunday, the highlight of the weekend, was when she came to church with the family. I had no idea what church she really belonged to, but it wasn’t unusual to have her go to the United, the Anglican and the Lutheran all in the space of a few weeks. Mother would pack her an ample lunch when it was time to go back to school on Monday morning. And I would see her tuck in a small jar of pickles or jam as well. When we settled in for our morning classes, you would never know that Miss Crosby had been with us all weekend. We got no
special treatment, no mention was made of her visit, but I would feel the glow of those few days long into the week ahead. I never knew how it was decided whose home the teacher would visit. Emerson said he thought everyone’s name was in a hat, and she drew one out every week. Audrey said that was pure nonsense. I didn’t care how it was decided. The teacher coming for the weekend was right up there with a visit from the minister, the Reeve of the County at election time, or old Doctor Murphy just dropping in because he happened to be out our way. Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Go to https://www.smashwords. com and type MaryRCook for ebook purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.
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Carp Rd. facility dumps plan to accept Quebec construction waste tawa opposition and a legal challenge was launched. In a note to the city dated March 27, Waste Management’s director of public affairs informed the city that the company would not go forward with the plan despite having been
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The company that operates the landfill on Carp Road is dropping a plan to accept construction waste and debris from Quebec after City of Ot-
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wwithin the service area for the West Carleton Environmental Centre and that we will as soon as practicable take such steps as are necessary to amend the ECA accordingly,” wrote Waste Management’s Wayne French. The reversal is good news for the city and for councillors whose wards were most affected by the proposal Both Ward 5 West Carleton-March Coun. Eli El-Chantiry and Ward 6 Stittsville Coun. Shad Qadri were vocal opponents of the plan. They had met, along with Mayor Jim Watson, with city clerk and solicitor Rick O’Connor to plan an appeal of the province’s approval of the plan. And almost as soon as the city officially gave notice that it wanted to appeal the provincial decision, Waste Management started to backtrack. A letter from Waste Management’s legal team dated March 21 was sent to the city indicating that the company may have been having second thoughts. “As a result of our discussions with the city, and in light of the city preserving its appeal rights, I can confirm that Waste Management is taking steps too review its position ... and anticipates provding further information to the city as to its position and next steps in the near future,” Waste
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‘Goof off’ time at Stittsville Toastmasters Club BY MONIKA JAIN special to the News
It was “goof off ” time at the March 22 meeting of the Stittsville Toastmasters Club as the theme of the meeting was “The Goof Off Day.” Since “goof ” means foolish, grammarian Antonio Misaka
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At the presentation of two bicycles which were donated by the Kanata Canadian Tire store and were given away to two lucky players at the IP Fun Day at the Johnny Leroux Stittsville Community Arena in Stittsville on Saturday, March 25 are (from left) Stittsville Minor Hockey Association (SMHA) IP director Andrew Staniforth, Elizabeth Malcomson who is general manager of the Kanata Canadian Tire store and who is speaking into the microphone, Riley who is the Ottawa 67’s mascot, SMHA president Ryan Goodwin and Josh Buchko who is retail operations manager of the Kanata Canadian Tire store.
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It was called the “IP Fun Day” and for good reason as IP (Initiation Program) hockey players from the area gathered at the Johnny Leroux Stittsville Community Arena in Stittsville on Saturday, March 25 for a day of games. It was fun, IP style! And adding to the fun was the involvement of Canadian Tire’s Kanata store which provided loot bags for all the 194 players on 12 teams. Each player also got a participation trophy and two players even went home with
brand new bicycles thanks to the generosity of Canadian Tire. Elizabeth Malcomson, general manager of the Kanata store, and Josh Buchko, the store’s retail operations manager, were both on hand at the event to make the draw to determine the winners of the bicycles. The winners were announced in a centre ice ceremony which included not only Elizabeth and Josh but also Stittsville Minor Hockey Association (SMHA) president Ryan Goodwin, SMHA IP director Andrew Staniforth and the Ottawa 67’s mascot Riley. Winners of the bicycles which were donated by the Kanata CTC store were Landon Brown of the Stittsville Shark Attack team and Keaton Currah of the Kanata Lightning Bolts team. The name of every player at the IP Fun Day was included in the draw for the bicycles. The SMHA also used the occasion of the centre ice ceremony to present a memento to the Malcomson family and the Kanata CTC store for their 20 years supporting the IP hockey programs in the area. The store continues to be a major sponsor of the IP programs not only for the SMHA but also for the IP programs of the Kanata Minor Hockey Association, the West Carleton Minor Hockey Association and the Richmond Munster Minor Hockey Association. See 12 TEAMS, page 23
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12 teams in IP Fun Day Continued from page 22
In a message in the IP Fun Day program booklet, Pamela Malcomson of the Kanata Canadian Tire store wrote “We pride ourselves on equipping the teams in Stittsville, Richmond, West Carleton and Kanata IP with sweaters, socks, goalie gear, water bottles, ice dividers, pylons and basically anything else the IP coordinator has asked for. It is our please to give each player a trophy today and small door prize as a keepsake of the tournament today. This year we have added some surprises for parents in the (loot) bag as well.” This IP Fun Day saw the participation of 12 IP teams from the four participating minor hockey associations in the area. Each participating team played two games during the day long
event. Stittsville Minor Hockey Association teams in this IP Fun Day were the Stittsville Wolverines, the Stittsville Black Knights, the Stittsville Blue Rockets and the Stittsville Shark Attack. Kanata Minor Hockey Association teams in this IP Fun Day included the Kanata Lightning Bolts, the Kanata Thunder Chickens, the Kanata Purple Minions and the Kanata Yellow Minions. Richmond Munster Minor Hockey Association teams in the IP Fun Day were the Richmond Jets and the Richmond Kings. West Carleton Minor Hockey Association teams in the IP Fun Day included the West Carleton Gladiators and the West Carleton Knights.
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At the presentation of a memento from the Stittsville Minor Hockey Association (SMHA) to the Malcomson family of the Canadian Tire store in Kanata for its 20 years of supporting the IP (Initiation Program) program of the SMHA as well as other local minor hockey associations are (from left) Andrew Staniforth who is IP director for the SMHA, Josh Buchko who is retail operations manager of the Kanata Canadian Tire store, Elizabeth Malcomson who is general manager of the Kanata Canadian Tire store, Ryan Goodwin who is SMHA president, and Ottawa 67’s mascot Riley.
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Registration for the 2017 season for the Stittsville Minor Softball Association is now open and will run through to April 9. Register by March 31 for the early bird pricing. There’s both the Fun League and the House League to choose from. The Fun League is for boys and girls born from 2009 through 2013, with a registration fee of $110 per player. The House League is for boys and girls born anywhere from 1997 to 2008, with registration fees ranging
from $140 to $155 per player. Players from outside Stittsville are most welcome to register with the Stittsville Minor Softball Association. Registration can be done online at www.StittsvilleSoftball.org. There is also registration in person which will happen on Sunday, April 9 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Johnny Leroux Stittsville Community Arena. New this year for the Stittsville Minor Softball Association is a Junior Selects competitive program for players born in 2009 and 2010 (U8).
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There’s Perennial Quaking Grass. Mosquito Grass. Feather Reed Grasses. Korean Feather Reed Grass. Tufted Hairgrass. Fine Leaf Fescue. Blue Oat Grass. Large Blue Hairgrass. Maiden Grasses. Flame Grass. Silver Banner Grass. Moor Grass. Red Switch Grass. Dwarf Fountain Grass. And these are only some of the ornamental grasses that like the sun. There are numerous other grasses, identified in different ways such as cool season growers, warm season growers, running grasses, clumping grasses, tall grasses and short clump-forming grasses. Grasses for light to medium shade. Grasses for ground cover. Drought tolerant grasses. Moisture tolerant varieties. Yes, you name it and there is probably a variety of ornamental grass that will meet your need. Who knew that there were so many varieties and types of ornamental grasses, each with its own features and quirks.
Well, Phil Reilly of Kinburn knows and he shared some of his knowledge and tips about ornamental grasses at the March meeting of the Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society in Stittsville on Tuesday, March 21. Phil operated Reilly’s Country Gardens on Diamondview Road in West Carleton for 25 years until stopping the business six years ago. Phil’s Country Gardens was a nursery which specialized in ornamental grasses. But Phil still delivers talks on ornamental grasses, spreading his knowledge and expertise about ornamental grasses to others. In his Stittsville presentation, he explained that the popularity of ornamental grasses began in this area in the early 2000’s, following their outbreak in popularity in the United States. He showed a number of slides
showing a variety of ornamental grasses, explaining that grasses can be drought resistant or moisture needing or cool season or warm season grasses. He said that cool season grasses grow best in the spring and fall and may go dormant in the hot summer months. Warm season grasses, on the other hand, don’t get really going in this area until June or July but hit their prime in the fall when they are known for their leaf colour. Phil explained the difference between running versus clumping grasses. Grasses which spread by runners are not only difficult to dig out but must be planted wisely, especially in a small garden. Clumping grasses get bigger and bigger over time and will eventually fill a whole
garden if allowed, Phil said, as they are constantly growing and clumping. He advised that grasses which clump should be planted with separation between them so that they can fill out with competing with another nearby clump. He suggested that when planting grasses that clump, the space between them should be equal to their height. This will ensure that you will have up to 10 or 15 years without having to do a lot of maintenance of the clumps. He said that one of the nice characteristics of ornamental grasses, especially tall ones, is that they move in the wind. He suggested planting tall grasses where you can see them since in either the morning or evening, the sun will glitter through them. See GREAT VARIETY, page 35
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Phil Reilly, former operator of Reilly’s Country Gardens in West Carleton, is with Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society president Ian Frei (right) at the Society’s March 21 meeting at which Phil spoke about ornamental grasses.
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Shane, Sandra Violet Peacefully at the Queensway Carleton Hospital on Saturday March 18, 2017 at the age of 64. Dear sister of Peter (Heather) and Art (Sharon). Dear aunt of Brandon, Danielle and Ashley. Predeceased by her parents Raymond and Frances Shane. At the family’s request, there will be no visitation or service at this time. Interment later in the spring at United Cemeteries. For those who wish, a donation to the Ottawa Heart Institute would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com
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Heddleston Lorraine Peacefully at Fairview Manor, Almonte on Friday March 24, 2017 at the age of 85. Predeceased by her first husband Donald Melvin and her second husband John Heddleston. Loving mother of Lynn (Michael Tremayne), Jim Melvin (Giselle), Trish (Kevin Morrow) and Darlene Melvin. Predeceased by her sister Mary Cordeau. Lorraine will be missed by her many grandchildren. A graveside service will take place at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Carleton Place in the summer. The family wish to thank the staff of Fairview Manor for their excellent care.
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Peacefully at the Almonte General Hospital on Wednesday, March 22, 2017, at the age of 91. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband Allan Doucett, her brother David Blackburn and sisters Eleanor Dowdall and Carrie Miller. Loved mother of Richard (Laureen), Brian (Diana) and Steven (Julie). Cherished grandmother of Allan, Blake, Brandi, Heather and Michael and proud great-grandmother of Sam and Abby. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten in our hearts. According to her wishes there will be no visitation or service with a private family interment to be held. For those desiring, donations to the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, Carleton Place. www.barkerfh.com
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Larocque, Lynda Darlene nee Hartley Peacefully, at the Carleton Place Hospital on March 17, 2017 at the age of 61. Beloved daughter to Carol and Jim Hartley. Loving mother to Tina and James. Dear sister to Wendy, Rodney and Kim. Proud grandmother to Teegan, Connor, Liam and Brooklyn. Will be missed by many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of life will be held at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Ave., Carleton Place on Saturday May 6, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel. For those who wish, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Community living North Grenville would be appreciated by the family. Mom, I promise to always hold your hand and when we’re apart I’ll hold your hand in my heart. www.barkerfh.com
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Friends visited the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Tuesday March 28, 2017 from 7-9 p.m. and on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service was Thursday at ZionMemorial United Church, Carleton Place at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be held later in the spring at Cedar Hill Cemetery. For those who wish, a donation to the charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com
November 7, 1922-March 19, 2017 (Retired Federal Servant) Pearl Edythe Barber passed away peacefully at Medex Extendicare, Ottawa in her 95th year. She was born November 7, 1922 at Kinburn, Ontario. The youngest daughter of Michael and Linda (Grainger) Barber. Pearl was predeceased by her brother Norman and sisters Ena (late Beattie) Timmins and Amy Cameron. Surviving are her nephews Glen and Brian Cameron and Wayne Timmins and nieces Judy Hunt, Alice Johnstone, Barbara Dixie and Shirley Timmins. Pearl will be missed by her cousin Beatrice Langford and numerous friends. Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior. As per Pearl’s wishes there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Burial at St. Mark’s Anglican Cemetery, Pakenham will take place at a later date. In memoriam donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation and would be appreciated by her family. Condolences/Tributes/Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca.
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Peacefully at Ottawa General Hospital I.C.U. on Tuesday March 21, 2017, surrounded by her family. Loving wife of Garry Humphreys. Cherished mother of sons Garrett (Laura) and Kasey and daughter and best friend Jenna. Proud grandmother of Tandem Humphreys. Daughter of the late Bill and late Susan (Smith) Weichert. Much loved sister of Susan Pauly (Robert). Kim will be lovingly remembered by her aunts and uncles, Papa Bill (McLellan), Garry’s siblings, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by her friends and customers of Archie’s Chip Wagon. Rest in peace “Winky”. Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home, Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre, 138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior. Visitations were Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and again Sunday morning after 9:30 a.m. Funeral Service was conducted Sunday March 26, 2017 in the Boyce Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Spring interment St. James Cemetery, Carp. In memoriam donations to the Arnprior and District Humane Society would be appreciated by her family. Condolences/Tributes/Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca Condolences/Tributes/Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca.
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Loving husband of Muriel Boal. Dear father of Marie (Kevin Winter), Patricia (Calvin Murphy) and Michael (Jacqueline Armstrong). Proud grandfather of Matthew, Walter and Grace. Son of Dave Henry. Predeceased by his mother Laurabell. Brother of Bill (Sharon), Bob (Lil), Bev (Bert Thom), Jim (Louise), Ron (Ruth), Shirley (Lorne MacDonald) and Joyce. Predeceased by his sister Margie. Brotherin-law of Barbara (Ed Rahman). John will be missed by his many nieces and nephews.
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Lowry, Robert Samuel R.S. “Bert” Proud father, grandfather, great grandfather and life-long farmer from the 9th line of Ramsay, Bert Lowry passed away March 20, 2017, just three weeks shy of his 90th birthday. Son of the late Hollie Lowry and the late Edna Gardner. Dearly loved husband of the late Dorothy Penman (2013). Loved and respected father of Allan (Donna), Mary Giles (Ray) and Keith (Susan). Quick witted grandpa of Christa, Julie, Brad (Lindsay) and Leanna Lowry, Angie Giles and Todd Giles (Candy), Michelle Brown (Nick), Coady (Mallory), Kyle and Hayley Lowry. Great grandpa of Colby Brown, Clayton Giles and Maxwell Lowry. Dear brother of Bill (Pam), Jim (Sandy) and David (Lois). Treasured uncle, cousin and friend to his extended family and friends. Very special friend to Ed Lowry. Predeceased by his son Earl (1976) and brothers Gordon (Blanche) and Donald (Mae-Surviving) and brother-in-law- Jack Penman (Mary-Surviving) and sisters-in-law Ruth Leslie (Bill) and Elsie Richmond (Adrian-Surviving). The 9th line neighbours held a very special place in Bert’s heart. He was committed to his church and community and very dedicated to the Lanark County Plowman’s Association. Friends may visit the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home 19 McArthur Ave., Carleton Place on Saturday March 25, 2017 1-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service will be held at the St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church on Sunday March 26, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. For those who wish to make a donation in his memory, please consider the Almonte Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation, the Auld Kirk Cemetery or St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Carleton Place. www.barkerfh.com
Bell, James Raymond (Ray) It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of James Raymond Bell (Ray), a life long resident of Stittsville, on March 13th, 2017 in his 89th year. Son of the late W.J. Bell and Etta Porter and brother of the late Doris Cordukes. Loving husband of Grace Bradley and the late Greta Johnston. Father of Jim (Bonnie), late Melodie (Peter Burke), Emily (Paul Benckhuysen), Joe (Kathy), Russell (Noreen). Grandfather to Karen, Sarah, Aleisha, Ashley, Jamie, Aaron, William, Edward, Holly, Chelsea, Jessica and Silas. Great Grandfather of seventeen. Ray was a long time business man in Stittsville both in road construction and land development. A Celebration of Life was held at the Irish Hills Golf Course, Sunday March 19th, 2017.
Smith Ruth Isabel
Unexpectedly, but peacefully at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, with her family by her side, on Friday March 24, 2017 at the age of 82. Predeceased by her husband William Smith. Loving and devoted mother of Ken (Kim) and Janet Melbourne. Quick witted and humorous grandmother of Brad (Leighanne), Cory, Kelsey, Stephanie and Allison. Predeceased by her sister Dorothy Graham. Friends visited the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Monday March 27, 2017, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service was in the Chapel Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. Interment later in the spring at Christ Church Cemetery, Ashton. For those who wish, a donation to the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation or Christ Church Ashton, would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com
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Property For Sale Ponderosa: 109 rolling acres SF area. Like new, top quality, spacious, 3 bedroom 2 bathroom ranch style home, 2 car garage, full basement. Tractor barn. Nature trails. 800 ft setback. Sugar maples. $519, 000. MLS. Eric Hutcheson Rd: Like new, spacious, 3 bedroom, clean bungalow, garage, pool, 8 person hot tub, many extras. 5 min. south of SF. Anxious seller asks $227,000, anxious for offer. MLS Property Wanted: Premium prices, for waterfront homes and cottages, small farms and business property. Contractor pays top price for any type property in need of renovation. Call me for details. Call Gerry Hudson 1-613-449-1668 Sales Representative Rideau Town & Country Realty Ltd.
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Card of Thanks In Memory of Robert ‘Bob’ Edwards We wish to express our heartfelt thanks to our family, friends and neighbours for the tremendous outpouring of support during our time of grief in the loss of our husband, father, Poppa and Poppa Bob. We were overwhelmed by the many expressions of sympathy: food offerings, phone calls, cards, visits, online condolences, memorial donations and flowers. Each and every gesture was a source of comfort for us. The amazing attendance at the funeral home, funeral and luncheon were a testament to how much Bob was loved. He loved life, loved everyone he met and treated everyone like family. Thank you to Reverend Valerie Kelly for traveling from Kingston to perform the funeral. Bob enjoyed joking with you every year at the pancake dinner. Thank you to Sterling Bennett for providing the music at the funeral and to the choir at the St. John’s Anglican Church. Special thanks to good friend, Hugh Colton for delivering the eulogy and to Gary and Nora Brown for contributing special memories. Thank you to nephew Steven Bennett for writing a wonderful tribute as well. A big thank you to the honorary pallbearers, Ed Strickland, Dick Magill, Hugh Colton, Steve Commodore, Steve Hughes, Gary Brown and pallbearers Steven Bennett, Adam DeLisle, Dale Edwards, Randy Edwards, David Edwards and Carl Lackey. Extra special thanks to the staff of Lannin Funeral Home: Dale, Alex and Ryan. Dale, we know how hard this was for you being one of Bob’s friends and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the dignified and compassionate treatment along with all of the extra touches and hand holding you provided. Alex and Ryan, thank you for being so attentive, helping us make decisions and being there for us every step of the way. You treated us like family and for that we are ever thankful. Bob was a very special man and his passing has left a huge hole in our hearts. We are very blessed to have a very large and loving family, along with a huge network of friends and neighbours. Thank you all for having been a part of Bob’s life and for honoring him in his passing. ‘Close in our hearts you will always stay. Loved and remembered every day.’ Sincerely, Carole, Teresa, Barb, Vicki and family
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SENIOR ESTIMATOR/ PROJECT MANAGER Sullivan Restoration Division provides emergency and reconstruction services to homes, businesses, industrial and institutional properties that have been damaged by fire, water, sewage, mould, vehicle impacts, roofing problems, etc. We are looking for an experienced Senior Estimator/Project Manager to join our team that has previously worked in the insurance industry. Xactimate experience is required. This position is full time and you will be required to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour on-call basis on a rotational schedule. Salary based on experience and knowledge. No phone calls or personal visits please. We thank all applicants for showing an interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Resource Development and Communications Coordinator Hospice Renfrew, a residential hospice providing palliative and respite care for clients and families throughout the County of Renfrew, is looking for an enthusiastic and innovative resource/ fund development coordinator to join its dynamic team. As the ideal candidate, you will assume responsibility for the development and implementation of strategies for fund development, communications and public relations, including the upcoming 10 year anniversary celebrations and the annual Hike for Hospice, as well as assisting in developing and maintaining Third Party (Community) Events. Duties will also include the production of communications, media and networking activities with particular focus on new opportunities for sustainability planning and community awareness. Under the direction of the Executive Director, this is an exciting opportunity for a creative professional with a passion for making a difference by building/strengthening community partnerships and engaging with supporters in a sustained and meaningful way. The successful candidate will have a combination of postsecondary education and experience in fund development, media relations, communications and/or marketing with advanced social media management experience. A detailed profile is available at www.hospicerenfrew.ca Expressions of interest should be directed to info@hospicerenfrew.ca before April 21, 2017. Please note only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
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AUCTIONS HORSE,TACK & EQUIP. Consignment Auction sale, SATURDAY, April 15th. Galetta Livestock 3340 Galetta Road. 1/2 hr.West of Kanata, 10 mins. E. Arnprior. Tack 10 a.m, Equip.noon Horses sell 2 p.m. CALL ERNIE TO C O N S I G N 613 622-1295. Everyone welcome. Find auctions, yard sales, antique and collectible stores, flea markets and auctioneers in Ontario!!! www.theauctionhunt.com 613-246-9146 coming March 31st!
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Fostering national pride in Stittsville BY BRIAN DRYDEN
brian.dryden@metroland.com
As the country celebrates its 150th birthday this year, national pride is starting to be on display in Stittsville where the local councillor is calling on residents of his community to fly the Canadian flag with pride. “I am beginning to see more and more flags around the community and I would like to thank those of you who are already participating. Now, I am inviting all other residents to participate as a community project for 2017,” Coun. Shad Qadri said. Qadri is inviting residents of his civic ward to drop into his ward office at the Goulbourn Recreation Complex at 1500 Shea Rd.to pick up small Canadian flags (maximum of five) while quantities last. “I invite you to email, Facebook, or tweet me photos of your flag proudly on display so that I can add it to our commemorative ‘Fly Our Flag’ album available on my website and on Facebook,” Qadri said.
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For Qadri, the Maple Leaf flag is a proud sysmbol that should be flown with pride, especially in this anniversary year for Canada. “To me, that is the country of Canada and the community of Stittsville – a living and growing community that takes pride in its spirit,” he said of the Maple Leaf symbol. “I encourage (residents) to get creative to make this an event to remember within Stittsville. For instance, you could build a snowman dressed with the Canadian flag in hand or wearing a Canadian hockey jersey; you could use food colouring to paint the flag into your front lawn; you could place flags in your windows, affix them to your pets, photograph them around the community, or even incorporate them decoratively into your clothing,” Qadri said. “I want to see your imagination, Stittsville, to set the trend for the rest of Canada to catch on,” he said. Federal MPs Karen McCrimmon, a Liberal, and Pierre Poilievre, a Conservative, have helped out by offering to donate flags to Qadri’s office for the effort.
As one of the fastest growing areas of the city, Stittsville residents will get a rundown on how the city’s planning process works on April 6. The event is from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at the Goulbourn
Recreational Complex Hall A. Planning staff will explain and talk about a variety of topics specific to Stittsville such as the Fernbank Community Design Plan. — Brian Dryden
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Richmond/Athens series all tied up Special to the News
The Richmond Royals and Athens Aeros split the first two games of their best-of-seven Central Canada Hockey League Tier 2 semifinal playoff series. This means that the series will be going at least five games, meaning that the two teams will be on the ice at the Richmond Memorial Community Centre arena in Richmond this Friday, March 31 at 7:30 p.m. for Game 5 of the series. Game 6 of the series, if needed, will go Saturday, April 1 at 7:30 p.m. in Athens while Game 7, if needed, will be played in Richmond Monday, April 3 at 7:30 p.m. FOR SALE
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The opening game of the series Friday, March 24 was a real thriller, with the game going to double overtime before the Richmond Royals emerged as the 5-4 winners. Athens had taken as 2-0 lead after the first period of play and led 3-2 after two periods of action. But Richmond tied it up early in the third period before Athens again took a onegoal lead at the 6:27 mark of the period. This 4-3 lead stood up until some last minute heroics by Richmond, with Royals’ Aaron Hickie scoring with just 37 seconds to go in the game to tie up the score 4-4. And he did it the hard way, with the Royals playing short-handed at the time after a slashing penalty had been assessed
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to Royals’ goalie Nick Bond. An initial overtime period solved nothing, so the game went to a second overtime period before Mackenzie Mercier scored for the Royals on a power play to give the Royals a 5-4 victory and a one-game lead in the playoff series. Scoring for the Royals in this game were Aaron Hickie with two goals, Matt Allan, Joey Laird and Mackenzie Mercier with his game winning overtime marker. Matt Allan had two assists in the game with single assists going to Jordan Boutilier, Aaron Hickie, Colin Baggio, Patrick Yates and Liam Markhauser. Richmond had 44 shots on the Athens net in this game including six shots in the second overtime period. Athens had 43 shots at Royals’ goalie Nick Bond in the game. The two teams faced off against each other FOR SALE
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again in the second game of the playoff series Sunday night, March 26 in Athens, with the hometown Aeros scoring three straight goals in the second period on their way to a 6-3 win, tying up the series at one game apiece. The game was tied 1-1 after the first period but the Aeros led 4-1 after the second period. Both teams scored two goals in the third period as the final score ended up 6-3 in favour of Athens. Clay Carter, Joey Laird and Matt Allan scored for the Royals in this game. Mackenzie Mercier earned two assists in the game while picking up single assists in the game were Joey Laird, Clay Carter, Jordan Boutilier and Liam Markhauser. Richmond had 28 shots on the Athens goal in this game while Athens had 33 shots on Richmond goalie Nick Bond.
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Transit, affordable housing get funding in 2017 federal budget “The municipalities have been saying that transit and housing are priorities,” he said. “They didn’t just nod and smile, this budget shows they were listening.” The big city mayors, including Ottawa, asked for $12.6 billion for social housing. The budget came in close, with $11.2 billion being promised over 11 years. “More important than the dollar amount, was the sustainable, longterm funding we were asking for,” said Taylor, who serves as the special liaison for housing and homelessness issues. Taylor said the federal budget shows that the only way to solve the homelessness problem in this country is to get to the root. “It’s important to acknowledge that housing loss prevention is just as important as funding for new units or deferred maintenance,” Taylor said.
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Ottawa’s wishes for light rail and affordable housing seem to have been granted with the 2017 federal budget. Announced on March 22, the budget includes $20.1 billion over the next 11 years for ambitious transit projects. The first chunk of money — $3.9 billion — will be spent over the next five years. The budget uses Ottawa’s Stage 2 light rail as an example, and Mayor Jim Watson said he’s been assured the $1.15 billion needed for a 50-50 split with the province on the planned extensions to Trim Road and the Ottawa Airport. “Light rail will be a real victory for Orléans,” said Innes Coun. Jody Mitic. Bay Coun. Mark Taylor said it appears the feds have been listening.
“You have to treat it like a continuum.” The $11 billion will be broken down into $5 billion for a national housing fund, $3.17 billion in payments to the provinces and territories to be used to fix up existing units, build new ones or provide rent subsidies and $2.1 billion for homelessness support programs such as mental health and addiction treatment. Mitic said he’s happy to see a $500-million infusion into spending on veterans programs. He said there were gaps in helping soldiers re-enter the private workforce after serving. Mitic, who enlisted when he was 17, had never written a resume before. He said the transition includes a lot of unknowns. While the budget doesn’t include any increased spending in defence, Mitic said he hoped there could be some investment in the future.
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Une fois terminé, le système d’antenne mesurera 50 mètres de hauteur. Industrie Canada est responsable de l’approbation de ce système d’antenne et exige que SNC réexamine cette proposition avec la municipalité publique et locale. Vous êtes invités à assister à une séance d’information et de commentaires dans la salle principale du Centre récréatif de Goulbourn, 1500 Shea Rd., Le 12 avril de 19h à 21h. Après avoir examiné cette proposition, la Ville d’Ottawa fera part de sa position à Industrie Canada et à SNC. SNC vous invite, dans les 30 jours ouvrables suivant la date du présent avis, à faire part de vos commentaires par téléphone, fax ou courriel ou à demander de connaître la position de la Ville quant à la proposition du système d’antennes. Veuillez communiquer avec: Eric Belchamber Téléphone: (613) 220-5970 Fax: (613) 482-4583 eric.belchamber@landsquared.com SNC donnera suite à toute préoccupation jugée pertinente et raisonnable, et que la Ville tiendra compte des commentaires du public et de la réponse du promoteur à l’égard de ceux-ci au moment de faire part de sa position au promoteur et à Industrie Canada.
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APRIL 7 Fallowfield United Church at Fallowfield Road and Steeple Hill Crescent is hosting a fish fry on Friday, April 7 with continuous serving from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Two pieces of fish, fries, coleslaw, homemade baked beans, a bun and homemade dessert. Takeout is available. $15 for adults, $10 for children aged six to 10 years, and free for children five years and under. For tickets, please phone 613-5916287 or email muchurch@bellnet.ca. APRIL 8 Retired Canadian Senator Sharon
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the Ottawa West Arts Association’s exhibition “Renewal” at the owaa gallery at the Goulbourn Recreation Complex on Shea Road… *A presentation on Canadian Historic Battlefields which will cover memorials and cemeteries from Amsterdam to Paris will be held on Tuesday, June 6 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Stittsville branch of the Ottawa Public Library. Online registration at www. biblioottawalibrary.ca is required. The presentation will focus on World War One and World War Two battlefields and memorial sites as well as associated historic towns and villages. This presentation is particularly relevant this year as Canada on July 1st is marking not only the 150th anniversary of Confederation but also the 101st anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, a major battle in World War One which involved Canadians…. *Wayne Seabrook passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2017 at the Granite Ridge Care Community on Abbott Street. He was 70 years old. Son of the late Ellard and Jane Seabrook of Stittsville, he is survived by his wife Patricia, his children Christopher Seabrook, Jennifer Seabrook, Christopher Caldwell and Jamie Caldwell and seven grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters Gail Ramesbottom and Leona Kavanagh. He was predeceased by his brothers Ivan, Beverly, Raymond and Ronald as well as by his sisters Irene Richardson and
Doreen McCaffrey. A funeral service was held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church on Young Road in Kanata on Tuesday, March 28. In memoriam donations to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Society or the Alzheimer Society (vascular dementia) would be appreciated…. *The Catholic Women’s League at Holy Spirit Parish on Shea Road is hosting a fashion show benefitting local palliative care on Saturday, May 6. Doors will open at 12:30 p.m. The show will feature the spring 2017 collection by Judy Joannou Designs. Tickets at $15 per person are available by contacting Claudette Langdon at 613-831-1286…. *Fourteen tables of euchre were played at the Lions Hall on Stittsville Main Street on Thursday, March 23. John Wynia placed first with 75 points, followed by Dawnean Borsa with 73 points in second and Helen Turpin with 72 points in third. Diane Trottier won the booby prize with her 37 points while Lloyd Widdis had the hidden score with 51 points. Roman Gawlik won the door prize while other lucky winners on the evening were Ray Artille and Sheila Nellestyn. This Thursday, March 30 will be the last euchre of the current series at the Lions Hall. There will be a pot luck at 6 p.m. followed by cards at 7:30 p.m. Euchre parties on Thursday evenings will be continuing as of Thursday, April 6 at the Stittsville Seniors Community by Revera (Stittsville Villa) just across Stittsville Main Street, with the euchres starting at 7:30 p.m. with everyone invited. They will continue on Thursdays all through April….
Parish hall named after Rev. Michael Gillissie Continued from page 13
He urged the formation of a Knights of Columbus Round Table and established an annual parish winter fun day at the Baxter Centre. He organized school ski trips, he held barbecues after mass, he initiated planning for the parish’s 175th anniversary celebrations and he made improvements to the church’s infrastructure, including a new garage, a new annex, restoration of the sacristy, installation of a longabandoned marble altar and new carpeting. The kitchen at the rectory became a beehive of activity after masses, with coffee and lots of laughter. “Father Gillissie made being a parishioner at St. Philip’s fun,” Mr. McSheffrey said. “Even going to meetings or working on a huge project like the hall was fun.” “Father Gillissie always said that he wanted to have a hall so that he could continue to build a strong community at St. Philip’s,” he recalled.
At the euchre party at the Rev. Michael Gillissie Parish Hall on Wednesday, March 22, a few moments of remembrance were held to remember and pay tribute to Fr. Gillissie, acknowledging the instrumental role which he played in the building of the hall in which these regular euchres are held. Fr. Gillissie was known for his endless energy and drive. He was also renowned for the speedy manner in which he said the Mass. Fr. Gillissie, son of the late Cecil and Marcia Gillissie, is survived by his siblings James, John, Mary Ann McBane, Patrick and Paul as well as many nieces and nephews. A celebration of the Rite of Christian Burial was held at St. Philip’s Church in Richmond on Monday, March 27, followed by a reception in the parish hall which bears his name. In memoriam donations to the St. Philip’s Catholic Women’s League or The Shepherds of Good hope would be appreciated.
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Fifth annual dance showcase
The dancers have raised $45,000 over five years for Make-A-Wish foundation of Eastern Ontario. Also involved is Tysen Lefebvre, well Pointe of Grace Dance Company of Stitts- known in Ottawa for his ambitious Tysen’s Misville held its fifth annual spring showcase on sion to a Million campaign. Performances included everything from jazz March 26 to an enthusiastic crowd at Sacred and tap to hip hop and ballet. Heart High School. By Derek Dunn
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The junior step group perform “Into the Jungle” in the Pointe of Grace Dance Company spring showcase on March 26. They are Sofia Bosi, Olivia Dawe, Ava Lawrence, Abbey Lynk, Sarah McNaughton, Kayla Seibert, Cadence Thomas and Leyla Yazdani.
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Join us as we celebrate 10 years! Hop with bunny, and follow the clues to some easter treats. Information at www.downtowncarletonplace.com or email Kory at koryearle@hotmail.com
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This spring come taste our Sweet offerings from maple producers in Lanark County, Leeds and Grenville, Frontenac, Brockville and Sharbot Lake areas. Many will be offering free samples of fresh syrup as well as: confections pancake breakfasts sugarbush trails sugar making demonstrations taffy on snow horse-drawn sleigh rides and more.
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Walker Egsgard performs “Hoodies On Hats Low” during the Pointe of Grace Dance Company spring showcase to raise funds for Tysen Lefebvre’s Mission To A Million in support of Make A Wish Eastern Ontario on Sunday, March 26 at Sacred Heart High School in Stittsville.
Fish fry at Fallowfield United Church Special to the News
You can still enjoy a delicious fish dinner by attending the fish fry coming up at the Fallowfield United Church on Friday, April 7 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. It will include not only two pieces of fish (yummy, yummy), but also fries, coleslaw, homemade baked beans, a bun and homemade dessert. There will be continuous serving from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. There’s even takeout available for those who wish to eat at home instead
of in the church hall. The cost of this fish fry is only $15 each for adults, and $10 each for children aged 6 to 10 years old. Children aged five years and under can eat for free. Everyone is welcome. Tickets can be reserved now. For tickets or for more information, please call 613-591-6287 or email muchurch@bellnet.ca. Fallowfield United Church is located at the corner of Fallowfield Road and Steeple Hill Crescent at Fallowfield.
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‘Brushstrokes for Cancer Art Show’ coming on April 8 & 9 view the art in a homelike setting, they will also be able to chat with the two artists involved in the art show. It’s going to be a house full of art, This “Brushstrokes for Cancer Art all original and all for sale. Show” is being held in support of the And not only will visitors be able to Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre, with by john curry
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a percentage of all art sales going to support the Cancer Treatment Centre through the Ottawa Hospital Foundation. Everyone is encouraged to drop in to this open house art show which is being held on Saturday, April 8 and Sunday, April 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at the home of artist Sylvia Summers-Martyn at 36 Chantilly Gate in the Timbermere area of Stittsville. Sylvia Summers-Martyn, who is widely known as “the birch lady” for her paintings featuring birch trees, will be joined in this art show by Castleford artist Jill Alexander. Sylvia and Jill have both shown together in previous art shows but that is not to say that their art is similar. Far from it. Their art shows well together but that is because their styles are very much complementary rather than similar. The art that the two artists will have on display at the upcoming open house art show will not be similar in either technique or subject matter. Whereas Jill is an acrylic artist, Sylvia’s art includes ink and watercolour, oils, acrylic and palate knife. The main floor and lower level of Sylvia’s Stittsville home will have its
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walls filled with the paintings of these two artists for this “Brushstrokes for Cancer Art Show.” In addition, there will be complementary coffee and goodies available for visitors all day long. The real benefit of this art show is that it is being held in a home where you will be able to see what a painting looks like hung in a home setting as opposed to a gallery setting. It promises to be a cosy and warm environment, made even more enticing by the fact that the artist will be right there, ready to discuss her art with any and all visitors. And this art show can be a real family affair, as youngsters are certainly welcome as well. Sylvia says that she and Jill are keeping the prices of the art as low as possible, with the pieces in the show ranging in price from $150 to under $1,000. Sylvia is no stranger to hosting fundraising art shows as for three years she held an art show in support of the Heart Institute. But these art shows were held in public spaces whereas this “Brushstrokes for Cancer Art Show” on April 8 and 9 will be different in that it is being held right in her Stittsville home. The home will be decorated with
daffodils since April is Cancer Month and daffodils are the floral symbol related to cancer. There will also be yellow balloons tied up outside the home to mark the location which is 36 Chantilly Gate, a street which runs off Kittiwake Drive. The new GoodLife Fitness facility is located at the corner of Carp Road and Kittiwake Drive which is a good way of finding Kittiwake Drive. In order to put on this show, Sylvia was able to engage a couple of sponsors whose support made it all possible. These two sponsors are Kristine Johnson of Re/Max Absolute Realty and the UPS Store at the Barrhaven Mall. Sylvia Summers-Martyn is an experienced artist whose art includes a wide variety of subjects, using a host of mediums ranging from watercolour to palette knife. Jill Alexander also has diverse subject matter in her art but her style and technique are always consistent, with the use of vibrant colours. She has captured many of Ottawa’s landmarks such as the Rideau Canal and the Peace Tower in her art but vibrant abstracts and oversized flowers are recognized hallmarks of her work. See ART SHOW, page 39
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Stittsville artist Sylvia Summers-Martyn stands beside some of her artwork which will be on exhibit and on sale at the “Brushstrokes for Cancer Art Show” which she is holding at her home on April 8 and April 9.
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Using DNA in genealogical research will be topic at April 8th meeting special to the news Have you hit a brick wall in researching your family heritage? Do you want to learn more about your undiscovered family facts? Well, one tool that a genealogical detective can sometimes find helpful is using DNA, and you can learn how DNA can be used in genealogical research in an upcoming program being hosted by the Goulbourn Historical Society. That’s when Jason Porteous, a project administrator for the Porteous Surname Project hosted on the Family Tree DNA site, will provide a general overview of genetic genealogy testing. He will also tell about some of
the actual sites and tools that can be used to do research into DNA match results. Jason will focus on the use of autosomal DNA. Jason recently assisted a man whose mother had an unknown father. From her DNA test results, the son was able to zero in on a likely individual who may be her father; this is an example of how DNA can assist in genealogy work. Jason himself has been working on his own family tree for over 30 years, becoming interested in using DNA as a research tool when he got involved in the National Geographic Genographic project. This presentation by Jason Porteous will take place on Saturday, April 8 starting at
Each week, a lawyer from the Kanata based Allan Snelling law firm will answer a reader’s question.
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Stittsville artist Sylvia Summers-Martyn, who is known for her art featuring birch trees, stands beside one of the paintings which features birch trees which will be on exhibit and for sale at the upcoming “Brushstrokes for Cancer Art Show” at Sylvia’s Stittsville home.
Art show will feature art in a home setting
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This “Brushstrokes for Cancer Art Show” to which everyone is invited will be held on Saturday, April 8 and Sunday, April 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at 36 Chantilly Gate in Stittsville. Plan to drop in, view some eye-catching original art, chat with the artists and help in supporting the Cancer Treatment Centre through the Ottawa Hospital Foundation. For more information, please contact artist Sylvia Summers-Martyn at 613-435-9295.
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A weekly guide in legal matters
It is important to understand the treatment of the matrimonial home upon a marriage breakdown. A matrimonial home is defined as “a property that… was at the time of separation ordinarily occupied by the person and his or her spouse as their family residence…” If your home fits that description then, for legal purposes, it is considered a matrimonial home.
Many people consider this to be generally unfair. If, for example, a party owned an investment account, only the increase in its value would be subject to equalization. However, in the case of a matrimonial home, the legal presumption is that the equity in the property is to be divided evenly between the parties despite who brought it into the marriage.
Upon the breakdown of the marriage, the Family Law Act provides that the parties calculate the net value of their respective assets at the time of marriage and at the time of the breakdown of the marriage, and then equalize the assets that were accumulated during the marriage. One key exception to the calculation of net assets is, in fact, the matrimonial home – if one party brought it into the marriage, he or she does not get to claim it as their own asset brought into the marriage for the purposes of equalization.
There are ways that parties can safeguard themselves in your situation. One way is through a prenuptial contract, and another is by selling the house prior to separation. There are also situations in which you can argue for an unequal distribution of assets – those depend very specifically on the facts of each case. A family lawyer would be able to advise you of your chances of advancing a claim for an unequal distribution in your favour upon a review of your specific circumstances. cumstances.
About Allan Snelling
Allan Snelling LLP is Kanata’s full-service law firm. Collaborative in approach and focused on solutions, our dedicated team of lawyers and support staff are committed to client satisfaction. We recognize that each client is unique and our firm has been structured to meet the diverse legal needs of every person and business in Kanata and the surrounding community.
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“God’s Got You Covered Shoppe” is the nearly new clothing and jewelry shop in Ashton. It will be open on Saturdays, April 8 and 29 and May 13, 20 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. In addition to clothing and jewelry, the shop features homemade baking, both fresh and frozen. Everyone is welcome to drop in and see what the shop has to offer. This “God’s Got You Covered Shoppe” is located at 8944 Flewellyn Road in Ashton, right beside Christ Church Ashton.
If you have a general legal question that you would like to have addressed send it via email to Legalmatters@compellingcounsel.com
My husband and I are separating after three years of marriage. The home we have lived in was mine prior to our marriage and it remains in my name alone. There is significant equity in the home. I understand that our assets will generally be divided equally, but does he have any claim on the equity in the home?
This is a sampling of the artwork which Castleford artist Jill Alexander will have on display and for sale at the “Brushstrokes for Cancer Art Show” which will be held on April 8 and April 9 at the Stittsville home of fellow artist Sylvia Summers-Martyn.
Special to the News
1:30 p.m. at the Stittsville Legion Hall on Stittsville Main Street in Stittsville. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend. There is free admission as well as free refreshments. On Saturday, May 13 at 1:30 p.m., the historical society’s May program meeting will take place at the Goulbourn Museum, featuring a presentation of the history of Stanley’s Corners entitled What Went Down in Struggle Town? The community had been nicknamed “Struggle Town” by the early settlers, and you will be able to decide if the nickname was justified or not upon hearing this presentation.
Jacquelynne obtained her law degree from the University of Ottawa in 2014. Jacquelynne began her articles in Toronto before returning to Ottawa to complete them with Allan Snelling LLP and has been an associate with the firm since. Jacquelynne’s practice is in civil litigation with a focus on family and employment law.
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