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CARLETON PLACE – Rather than holding a public meeting on property standards issues such as RV parking, fence maintenance and the erection of temporary garages, town council has voted, by a a narrow four-to-three margin, to establish a committee to study the issues. “It was RVs that brought this issue forward, which has now developed into an opportunity for a more comprehensive review of all our bylaws,” said Coun. Doug Black, chairman of the planning and protection committee, in opening remarks at the start of the debate on Tuesday, Nov. 1. “The council had two choices – status quo or reviewing our property bylaws.” Black said that the new committee
was to be called the Good Neighbours/ Great Neighbourhoods committee. “This issue is difficult, sometimes controversial, requires community input and council leadership,” said Black. “It … is not our desire to ticket every property standards offence. Enforcement is a last resort.” Black also sought to clarify some incorrect information that had been circulating in the community. “Yes, you can legally park your snowmobile on your front lawn for 12 months of the year,” said Black. “Portable garages, for your information, are illegal, but there exists no bylaw to enforce violations.” A staff survey showed that about 20 per cent of properties in Carleton Place have a recreational vehicle of some type. See “STAFF SURVEY” on PAGE 4
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CARLETON PLACE –In the past, starting Nov. 15, motorists would no longer have been able to park their cars on the road overnight, until April 1. That’s how it’s been in Carleton Place for the past 50 years in the winter. But, starting this year, motorists in Carleton Place will be able to
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Annual Women’s Fair successful in 23rd year Left, volunteers Mary Lynch and Jennifer Kelly sell raffle tickets for some tasty and decorative cakes during the 23rd annual Women’s Fair at the Carleton Place arena on Saturday. The theme, Stepping Up for Women, featured shoe inspired events and activities. Proceeds from the fair went to Lanark County Interval House. Below, Trish Webster serves up some chili for hungry fair participants.
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Top middle, Lianne Morgan-Sands presents her “Enhancing Relationships and Growing Your Business with Gratitute” seminar. Above, Susie Anderson sits among her many creations on display. Anderson, the owner of Tea Garden Ornaments, was just one of many vendors at the fair. Right, Brianne Luckasavitch and 19-month-old daughter Charley take a break for lunch.
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Levi clarifies who speaks for MM in negotiations BRIER DODGE brier.dodge@metroland.com
MISSISSIPPI MILLS – Mississippi Mills Mayor John Levi has defended his involvement in negotiations in selling land to Canadian Hydro Components. Canadian Hydro Components was not identified by council during the committee-of-the-whole meeting on Nov. 7, but was identified in the agenda where it was stated they were the topic of an in-camera discussion. In-camera discussions are private and exclude all press and public gallery members. Levi added the discussion about “protocol for dealing with economic development matters and land transactions in the Business Park” to the agenda. Coun. Val Wilkinson said that his dis-
cussion arose from emails surrounding a specific matter. She expressed concern over who spoke for the town in talks. “I did say that I was concerned about the discussion of land matters being handled by particular members of council or the mayor, alone, without the presence of the CAO,” she said. In Mississippi Mills, CAO Diane Smithson is responsible for negotiations and contracts. However, new business owners coming to Mississippi Mills may come to the town and ask to speak to the mayor in their early stages of scouting. “I feel quite comfortable talking to anyone who wants to invest with the town of Mississippi Mills, and I did not do any negotiations without a staffer present,” Levi said. “We do have to be able to have someone to talk to those who are inter-
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ested in coming here who can sell them on the idea, so we have to address that issue.” Smithson confirmed that she was present for negotiations, and that in any negotiations that are not straight-forward with any business, she brings the issue to council before proceeding. “The first meeting is, ‘Hi, hello’, but if you start negotiating, that’s where Diane’s got to come in,” said committee chairperson Coun. Gary Dalgity. Committee decided to proceed as per current status quo regarding negotiations, but may discuss the matter furthur in the future. After the committee meeting, Levi said that specific negotiations could be the role of an economic development manager, such as Andrew Redden from Hastings County, who spoke at the recent Missis-
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sippi Mills community conversation. At that meeting, Redden spoke about new programs they have launched since he started that have set off a flurry of economic development and new businesses launching in his area. While Mississippi Mills could not individually finance hiring someone of that position within the town’s bureacracy, Levi would like to discuss the possibility of sharing one staff member between Carleton Place, Beckwith Township and Mississippi Mills. Carleton Place has already approved funding to bring in an economic development staff member in the New Year. Levi said in Mississippi Mills, it would be that person’s job to sell the town and its benefits to potential businesses, and undergo negotiations before the CAO drew up the contract.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AMENDMENT TO DEVELOPMENT CHARGES BY-LAW 2009-1000 TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lanark Highlands will hold a Public Meeting in order to consider an amendment to Development Charges By-Law 2009-1000 on the following date: Date: Tuesday, December 15th, 2011 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: Municipal Office Council Chambers 75 George Street, Lanark PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Council has prepared a draft by-law which will apply to new development throughout the municipality. Development charges will be imposed on new development which increases the need for municipal services such as roads, fire protection, recreation and library services. Development charges are normally collected at the time a building permit is issued. The amendment to the existing development charges by-law will reduce the residential charge from $2865.41 to $2000.00 and will be valid until October 27th, 2014. Further amendments to By-Law 2009-1000, include the elimination of development charges on nonresidential development and re-development of all buildings. Nonresidential development includes commercial, industrial, and farm buildings. ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed amendment to the Development Charges By-Law 20091000. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION related to the proposed amendment to the Development Charges By-Law 2009-1000 is available during regular office hours at the Municipal Office. Dated at the Township of Lanark Highlands this 3rd day of November, 2011. For further information contact: Township of Lanark Highlands Ross Trimble, Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk 75 George St., Lanark, ON, K0G 1K0 T: 613-259-2398 ext. 222 • F: 613-259-2291 E: rtrimble@lanarkhighlands.ca • www.lanarkhighlands.ca
Council Meeting Schedule: November 22nd, 2011 Committee of the Whole – 2:30 p.m. November 24th, 2011 Council – 7:00 p.m.
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Plan to hold public meeting on property standards deferred Continued from front “I want to make one thing clear,” said Black. “Not one member of council has ever suggested the banning of recreational vehicles from town. We have no intention of disrupting anyone’s lifestyle … I am disappointed that this misinformation caused any resident undo stress with respect to this issue.” “This evolved very quickly … from a single complaint,” said Les Reynolds, the town’s protective services director. “(This is about) what we want the community to look like … Enforcement is a tool, (but) it shouldn’t be the only tool, and often, it should be the last tool used.” Reynolds urged people to take ownership of their neighbourhoods. He also noted he would like to see the bylaw enforcement model changed from a reactive, complaint-driven one to a proactive one. “Too much enforcement can create resentment,” said Reynolds. “I think this is a great initiative,” said Coun. Rob Probert, and he agreed with Black that some RV owners in town had been demonized. “There is a connotation of an RV being equal to being a bad neighbour,” said Probert. Coun. Louis Antonakos, however, pointed out this move should have been made six months ago, and that it had been his belief, up until he saw the agenda for the Nov. 1 meeting, that town council would proceed with a public meeting first. “Tonight, we were going to hear from staff what information we would present to the public,” said Antonakos, with a meeting to be tentatively scheduled for November, or early December. “Where did the public meeting go? We have turned our community upside down over this. I’m embarrassed how we have handled this. I will not be supporting this.” Antonakos also said that creating a public committee to deal with the issue meant that council was dodging the issue. “To just hand this off to community members, who we vote on, whom we select, is passing it off,” said Antonakos. Probert, however, disagreed with Antonkos’ estima-
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tion. “I’m pleased with how this process has worked,” said Probert. “This is not a passing off,” added Reynolds. “Council has done this in the past, using an advisory group,” like the accessibility advisory committee. “They make a recommendation to council, but, ultimately, it is council’s decision,” said Reynolds. “It is fair to ask volunteers to take on such a task?” asked Antonakos. “Why didn’t we go ahead with a public meeting?” Antonakos did add, however, that he did like APPLES ARE READY! the “holistic,” approach to the committee. OPEN: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Daily
Parking ban ends Continued from front When the ban is in place, parking will be prohibited on all town streets between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. to allow for snow-clearing operations. Vehicles parked in violation of the ban will be ticketed and towed to a nearby street where the snow has already been removed. New signage will be placed on streets prior to snow removal in order to give people time to remove their vehicles. Town staff will also endeavour to post the notice on the town’s website as soon as possible, and citizens are asked to check the website when in doubt. Local television and radio stations will also be alerted if there is an overnight parking ban in Carleton Place. Residents can assume that if there is
Mayor Wendy LeBlanc noted members of the public might have a better view of what is wrong with property standards issues than the politicians around the council table. “I want to move ahead,” said LeBlanc. “I don’t want it to be just about RVs.” Even at the meeting, members of the public were beginning to express their positions on the issues. “I think that the RV issue is contentious enough to stand on its own,” said Peter Adamovits, a Carleton Place resident. Adamovits noted that the figure of 20 per cent of town properties having recreational vehicles had to be addressed. “I doubt that there are 20 per cent of houses in town that don’t cut their grass,” said Adamovits. “There are a number of negative comments (online) directed towards people with RVs.” “I like the idea of public input,” said Deputy Mayor Ed Sonnenburg. “It’s the naysayers who tend to show up most of the time (to public meetings) … (But) I’m not sure how much we gain, aside from public relations, with this.” Mayor LeBlanc called for a recorded vote. Councillors Jerry Flynn and Antonakos and Sonnenburg voted against the new committee, while TOWING & AUTO SALES LeBlanc, councilClean up that old car lors Gary Strike, before winter arrives! Black and Probert voted in favour of FREE AUTO RECYCLING the committee. Winter tires & rims available
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Not as many pedestrians using existing crosswalks as had been hoped DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com
CARLETON PLACE – Bridge Street’s pedestrian crosswalks are well-intentioned, but not necessarily well-placed. That was the conclusion not only of a report compiled by Henry Zygowski of Bytown Engineering, presented to the physical environment committee meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 1, but of Mayor Wendy LeBlanc as well. “The people are crossing at other spots,” said LeBlanc, instead of at the crosswalks at the intersections with Mill and Albert Streets. In a staff summary of Zygowski’s report, town staff reported a third crosswalk location is being put forward. “He is recommending, due to the high volumes of pedestrian crossings, the installation of a signalized pedestrian crossover on Bridge Street in the vicinity of the municipal parking lots across from the Royal Bank of Canada and Scotiabank,” read the report. “Also,
he states (that) there may be a requirement for additional crossings in this corridor … Mr. Zygowski reviewed the issue of signals at Mill Street (and Bridge Street) and, at this time, he does not recommend proceeding but rather explore the removal of two on-street parking spaces south of Mill Street to address visibility concerns at this intersection.” A signalized crossover would involve a crosswalk that would have flashing yellow lights that could be activated by a pedestrian wishing to cross the road, that would alert motorists to slow down and stop to accommodate this. The report will now be sent to the Carleton Place Business Improvement Area (BIA) for its consultation. However, not all councillors were swayed by Zygowski’s findings. “I’m highly skeptical” of a crosswalk in front of the Royal Bank, said Coun. Rob Probert. Coun. Doug Black asked if next year’s planned recon-
struction of Mill Street could be altered to include making the intersection with Bridge Street more accommodating, rather than removing two parking spots. “Those are two very precious parking spots that are being given up,” said Black. “The BIA won’t want to lose those two spots.” Black was informed by staff that, “short of re-aligning Bridge Street,” this was not possible, and that removing the two parking slots would make visibility better for pedestrians. The town’s chief administrative officer, Paul Knowles, also pointed out that cars making a right turn from Mill Street on to Bridge Street, often take a risk in doing so, because of visibility issues, as do motorists making a left turn. “It’s very similar on Albert Street,” agreed Coun. Jerry Flynn. “The visibility is very similar to Mill Street. It’s like the lottery because of the visibility (for motorists who are turning).”
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Above, a man crosses Bridge Street, just south of the pedestrian crosswalk at the intersection of Bridge and Albert streets. Carleton Place Mayor Wendy LeBlanc said earlier this month that many pedestrians are not crossing the town’s main thoroughfare at the two crosswalks where they are supposed to. At right, a man makes a break for it, crossing Bridge Street in front of the Royal Bank branch, during a break in traffic. A report recommends that a mechanized crosswalk be installed at this section of Bridge Street, in front of the bank.
Municipal Matters
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November 21 Committee of the Whole at 6:00 p.m. November 21 Council at 7:00 p.m. November 22 Planning & Development at 6:00 p.m. November 24 Finance & Administration at 6:00 p.m. Note: Office is closed November 11 – Remembrance Day
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Take notice that the Town of Mississippi Mills will be considering a new Comprehensive Zoning By-law on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. For more information visit www.mississippimills.ca or contact the Planning Department at 613-256 2064 ext. 259.
REMINDER SHOVELING SNOW ON THE ROADS In accordance with By-law 02-100 Use and Care of the Roads, section 2.a. states that no person shall, unless otherwise authorized by the provisions of this or any other by-law of the corporation, throw or deposit snow or ice on a roadway, sidewalk or boulevard or across a roadway.
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Angel Trees are back, 501 wishes ready to be granted BRIER DODGE brier.dodge@metroland.com
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(Above) Const. Paige Whiting travelled through the region on Nov. 3 to drop off angel tree requests. Her first stop in the area was the Beckwith Township office. From left, Reeve Richard Kidd, staff Laurie Hall, Whiting, planning administrator Niall Oddie and administrative assisstant Kim Hallahan. (Left) Mississippi Mills Mayor John Levi, Const. Paige Whiting and Curves Almonte owner Diane O’Brien check out some of the gifts requested by the children of all ages. Requests ranged from gift cards and Hot Wheels to “anything Justin Bieber”.
LANARK COUNTY – The first Christmas trees of the year – and their decorations – went up Nov. 3. Const. Paige Whiting from the Lanark County OPP was stopping in at pick-up locations to drop off some of the 501 requests that Lanark County will have this Christmas. The requests come from children affiliated with the Lanark County Children’s Aid Society. More than 501 gifts will end up donated based on past years, said Whiting. Extra gifts are all collected by the CAS and OPP and distributed in Christmas baskets throughout the area. “They’ll definitely all get filled,” said Kim Hallahan, administrative assistant at Beckwith Township, who is participating in her 10th angel tree year with the township. “They do every year I’ve been here.” It’s a long way from the first year that the program launched,
with 50 angel tags at the Lanark County OPP head office in Perth. The tags have been distributed to the Beckwith Township office, Carleton Place OPP station on Coleman Street, Mississippi Mills township office, Almonte Curves and the Mississippi Mills Pakenham branch library. The youth requests vary, depending on the gender and age of the child. While some children requested specific toys, like Nascar cars or Bratz dolls, some were more general, such as clothing in a specific size, or “anything Justin Bieber.” Extra cash, clothing or toy donations are also accepted by the OPP and CAS, who will pick up gifts on Dec. 8 for CAS to distribute for the children. For that reason, all gifts should be returned to the location where the angel tag was picked up by Dec. 7. They ask that all gifts are either unwrapped, or put in a gift bag.
Mills Community Support Corporation, in partnership with the Almonte Lion’s Club, is once again collecting names of Mississippi Mills residents who are in need of assistance this Christmas. Christmas Food Baskets: adults and families (distributed through Almonte Lion’s Club) If you are in need or know someone who is this Christmas, please call 256-1031, ext. 62 and leave a confidential detailed message for “Food Basket” including your name and telephone number. Please ensure that the adults in the families are aware that the names have been referred. Deadline for submitting names for a Christmas Food Basket is Friday, December 9, 2011. CASH DONATIONS can be made at Almonte Sears Depot (deadline is Friday, December 9, 2011).
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Irish immigrant gives power to the people CP’s Norcan recipient of funding grant to expand facilities, hire 12 new employees DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com
CARLETON PLACE – A provincial grant is helping a Carleton Place business expand and add more staff to keep up with the runaway demand for green energy. Norcan Hydraulic Turbine Inc. was recently awarded a grant of about $450,000 from the Eastern Ontario Development Fund, administered by the Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporation, headquartered in Smiths Falls. That amount is about 15 per cent of the larger $3 million expansion project that the company is embarking on. “It’s been pretty hectic here in the office,” said Joseph Martin, a native of Naas, County Kildare, Ireland, in his soft lilt. The company started up in 1992 with Martin with his business partner, Ronald Levesque, and their headquarters were just down the road on Bruce Crescent where Rose Integration now has its aircraft parts manufacturing plant. They moved to their current location, a 5,000 square foot
former muffler manufacturing plant, in 1997. They added 6,000 square feet of space in 2000, as well as a 2,300 square foot office expansion in 2009. “We manufacture and refurbish and upgrade supply generators for electricity generation,” said Martin. “We’re committed to hiring 12 new positions because of this grant.” In fact, five of those new hires have already been given the green light. The company currently employs about 28 people. Martin applied for the grant in early 2010 and was approved this year. On top of hiring new people and expanding the plant, they have also used some of the money to add a 12.7 cm horizontal boring mill, and some precision measuring and calibration equipment to their arsenal. They also have a new forklift, as well as two new cranes, which can carry 20 and seven tonne loads respectively. “It’s pretty well global really, because of the demands for green energy,” explained Martin, with his workers in the midst of completing an order for
the Chilean market. On Nov. 7, Martin was in Edmunston, NB for the unveiling of one of his company’s 3.25-metre vertical caplan machines, which is capable of producing 4.2 megawatts of electricity. They also have interests in Quebec, Maine, New York and Vermont. “Ontario looks like it will be very busy,” said Martin, of green energy infrastructure. “There have been 55 new programs approved for the FIT (feed-in-tariff) program…Because of this focus on green energy, that is driving the business.” Indeed, the increase in demand has made life a little bit easier for Martin’s company when going up against the big boys. “We used to get competition from the large turbine manufacturers,” said Martin. “All the turbine manufacturers are busy at this time and they all have the same complaint (about) the shortage of skilled, knowledgeable people…Most of our people here we have trained. It’s a long process. It’s difficult to find people with knowledge related to the hydro industry. They’re just
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Norcan Hydraulic Turbine Inc. president Joseph Martin stands beside a model of 3.25-metre vertical caplan built by his company, which was unveiled in Edmunston, New Brunswick, earlier this month. The machine can produce up to 4.2 mega watts of electricity. not out there.” Martin’s immigrant success story was a long time in the making. He had already left the Emerald Isle and was living in Liverpool, England when he decided to seek his fortune in Canada. Appropriately, he left on the Empress of Canada in 1969,
an experience he enjoyed with the laid-back Canadians, unlike some friends of his who left on a Soviet ship. “They were very formal and stern and they were like that at the restaurant,” Martin said of their experiences on the high seas.
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n Remembrance Day, we honour the fallen soldiers who lie in Flanders Fields and near battlefields around the globe. We thank those veterans whose presence at the National War Memorial in Ottawa and at cenotaphs throughout the country reminds us of the sacrifices that make our freedom possible. Gathered near Parliament Hill, amid the pipes and parades, it’s easy to overlook the memorial itself. But take a good look at the bronze figures walking through the soaring granite arch. Guided by the winged figures of Peace and Freedom, they leave the guns of war behind and wearily make their way to what they hope will be a peaceful future, free of the hell from which they came. Now look even closer, at their faces. Are these the same boys and girls who left their farms and towns as fresh-faced teens to take on the world? No. They seem to have aged decades in just a few years. The sculptor has captured their utter fatigue, their hollow eyes and spent spirits. It’s a powerful rendering is a sympathetic portrayal of the true cost of war. As Canadians celebrate veterans and honour their service, we would do well to remember those faces. The soldiers now returning from Afghanistan might not be so dramatically changed in appearance, but inside, many have aged decades in just a few months. Many more do not carry in their hearts the peace and hope for the future the monument symbolizes. It is well and good to rename highways and make speeches. But society – and government in particular – must be willing to get into the trenches and deal with the less public, much thornier issues of mental health, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and reintegration to “normal” society for veterans who left as innocents and return broken in body and spirit The government must match its grand rhetoric with ample funding to rehabilitate wounded soldiers and educate those who don’t yet understand the demons they grapple with. But Veterans Affairs programs are being cut, and the opposition’s investigation into those cuts has been stifled by government MPs. Adding the dates of the Afghan mission to the war memorial will hardly signal its end. Our soldiers have fought and suffered in the field; the country must in turn fight for them, and embrace them, now that they are home again.
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CORRECTION In our Oct. 27 edition, in the article. “Celtfest fundraiser to debut major work on D’Arcy McGee,” on page 28, we incorrectly stated that McGee was assassi-
nated in Ottawa in 1869. The Irish-born Father of Confederation was actually murdered a year earlier in 1868. We regret this unintentional error.
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Why school kids, speeding cars don’t mix CP town staff finds 60 per cent of drivers on Sarah Street, Patterson Crescent speed DESMOND DEVOY
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CARLETON PLACE – Drivers who feel the need for speed, and children crossing the road is not a good mix. That is why the Town of Carleton Place’s physical environment committee devoted quite a bit of time last week to addressing speeding concerns at, or near, elementary schools in town. CALDWELL STREET PUBLIC SCHOOL As a former teacher at Caldwell Street Public School, Carleton Place Mayor Wendy LeBlanc commended members of council for voting to ban parking on the west side of Caldwell Street directly in front of the school. Vice-principal Ken Gendron complained about parking and traffic congestion in the area. The staff report noted that school staff “have witnessed several ‘near misses’ with children stepping out from between parked cars when crossing the street.” “It’s been a very dangerous situation there for many years,” said LeBlanc. “It’s been at least 20 years that that has been a problem up there … As a former teacher there, I am glad to see this.”
Carleton Place resident Peter Hart requested traffic calming measures be put in place near the Arklan Community Public School on Patterson Crescent to curb what he saw as excessive speeding. A staff report agreed that “over 60 per cent of the vehicles were found to be speeding.” But the area where the street ends, in a five-way stop, is proving confusing for some drivers. “It hasn’t always been a five-way stop,” said LeBlanc. “There really are unwarranted stop signs on Patterson. They (stop signs) should not be used as a traffic calming measure.” Hart recommended that a sign be put up near the curling club to let motorists know they are entering a 40 km/hour zone. He also noted that many motorists are not fully complying with all of the stop signs. Committee voted to review the issue with a traffic specialist to determine what speed management measures could be taken. SARAH STREET SPEEDING On the other side of town from Arklan, still within a 200-metre radius of Caldwell
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Cars parked in front of Caldwell Street Public School will soon be a thing of the past when a new by-law banning parking on that section of the road becomes law. Street school, town staffers also found that 60 per cent of motorists are speeding along Sarah Street. “There is a speeding issue,” said Dave Young, director of public works. While the last data collected in the area was in 2009, it will now need to be updated as part of a wider look at speed management. “What appears to be the issue here (on Sarah Street) is … that this (area) is posted as a 40-km road, and drivers are
driving as though this is a 50-km road,” said Young. He stressed that it needs to be made more apparent to motorists that “there is a reason why it is 40-km.” “It’s a very wide street and I think that that plays an effect on it,” added Young of the psychological impact of the street on motorists. Area resident Robert Montgomery had spoken with the OPP about the possibility of installing a solar-powered speeding panel, which lets motorists know just how fast they are going. “By gosh, I slow down every time I see one,” said LeBlanc. But she challenged Montgomery on his assertion that traffic was using side streets like Sarah after leaving the Tim Hortons coffee shop at Franktown Road and Coleman Street. “Can you show that there was been an increase in traffic flow?” said LeBlanc. “I don’t want it getting out that it is one of our businesses that is contributing to the problem.” “They don’t want to go down Lake Avenue,” said Montgomery, repeating his assertion. “They go up into the neighbourhoods.” “There hasn’t been a significant increase in the number of vehicles,” coming from the Tim Hortons’ vicinity, said Young.
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ADHS students in world’s best robotics teams
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ALMONTE - Two Almonte District High School students have placed in the top 10 worldwide for robotics, one of the toughest competitions at the World Skills challenge in London, England. Ben Church and Adrian Schut recently returned from the international competition in England, after a long preparation period that followed their national title. Four students won the national title, but only two were able to go on to compete at the world level. Church and Schut, who are about as different personalitywise as a pair can get, complemented each other to make a medal-winning team. Scores over 500 garnered a medal of excellence, which they were presented with, as well as a seventh-place finish. The robotics category was the highest scoring contest in the entire games, “so it was fierce comPhoto courtesy of Peter Cziborra petition,” said Church. Almonte District High School students Ben Church and Adrian Schut The competition was four days recently competed in the World Skills challenge in London, England. long, with a different challenge each day. Days one and four were Church and Schut placed in the top 10 for robotics.
a postal contest, where Church and Schut’s robot needed to pick up different objects – three types of mail, two boxes and two tubes – and put them in the correct spot. Days two and three featured a course through which the robot had to navigate. Unlike the postal competition, where contestants controlled the robot, in the course competition it had to follow a preprogrammed path. Day two provided an extra challenge for Schut though, after Church woke up too sick to make it out of the hotel room. He had to do the first day of the obstacle challenge solo. Their robot stood out though, with a different type of arm than the other competitors. In a Mississippi Mills rural influence, the robot had an arm similar to one commonly seen on farming equipment. It had a different axis than other competitors were using, making the ADHS team’s robot unique. The pair also stood out as they were among the event’s youngest competitors, one of only two teenage teams in the robotics
division. Most of the students there were studying a roboticsrelated field in a post-secondary program. It made for precious resources for the high school pair, who used “anything around the school that wasn’t screwed down,” said Church. “And I have a screwdriver,” Schut added. Moving on to post-secondary, Church said he has had enough of robots for a while, and while he enjoyed the competition, is ready to take a break. Schut, on the other hand, is looking forward to a hands-on career and coming back to help with the robot next semester, while on co-op placement, and hopes to reunite with other World Skills competitors to travel postgraduation. Despite their differences in future robotics plans, both Church and Schut said they gained valuable experience, in not just robotics, but in international experience. “There were some fairly obscure places you wouldn’t expect to see,” Schut said. “It was just eye-opening.”
Dragon Boat Festival celebrates success of 10th Anniversary! The Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital (CPDMH) Foundation is thrilled to announce that it has received a gift of $14,000 from the 10th Annual Carleton Place Dragon Boat Festival. With the funds raised at this year’s event, the Dragon Boat Festival has donated $50,000 to the Hospital to help with equipment purchases over the last 5 years.
In addition to the funds donated to the Hospital, the Carleton Place Dragon Boat Festival maintains a bursary for both the Carleton Place High School and the Notre Dame High School. The Festival has also donated over $35,000 to other charities in the community such as the Carleton Place Canoe Club, Lanark County Food Bank, Interval House and the Snowsuit Fund
“This was a very important year for the committee and we are thrilled to be able to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the festival with this donation to the Hospital,” stated Ann Poynter, President of the Festival Committee. “The festival has grown so much since its beginning and we are very grateful for the community’s support over the last ten years.”
“The Dragon Boat Festival is an amazing event and the organizing committee should be very proud of the success they have been able to achieve over the last ten years,” stated Spencer Grabe, President of the CPDMH Foundation. “We are very honoured to be named as the recipient of the festival’s proceeds and I would like to thank
The Festival’s Annual General Meeting will be held at the Carleton Place Arena on Monday, November 21 at 7pm and the meeting is open to all who would like to attend.
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Friends of the Festival Art Quartermain B. Blackburn Ltd Baird Construction Bernie Amyotte Canadian Golf & Country Club The Cheddar Stop Corporation of the Town of Carleton Place Eastern Ontario Division - Canadian Canoe Assoc. G.A. Smith Surveying Giant Tiger Mary Jane Lancaster Scotiabank Sign Design
The organizing committee would like to thank all the team and volunteers, especially the Carleton Place & District Civitan Club, that have helped make the 10th Anniversary of the Dragon Boat Festival a success. Gratitude is also extended to the partners and associate sponsors as well as the friends of the festival listed below:
With a cheque representing the funds raised at the Carleton Place Dragon Boat Festival are: (back l-r) Sidney Thomson; Brenda O’Malley, Steve O’Malley, Pete Leithead, (middle l-r) Cathy O’Reilly, Crystal Blackburn, Ann Poynter and Ben Brandino. Holding the cheque in the front row are future Dragon Boat participants (l-r) Sawyer Brandino, Tessa Brandino, Piper Brandino, Lucy Blackburn and Russell Blackburn
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DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com
CARLETON PLACE – The councillors giveth, and they taketh away. After cutting a second, full-time by-law enforcement officer and vehicle from the first draft budget last month, the town’s planning and protection committee has added $10,000 to the second draft of the 2012 budget for the proposed dog park at Roy Brown Park. On top of this, an extra $10,000 has been earmarked for support for industrial initiatives. Deputy Mayor Ed Sonnenburg also noted that, in the future, a line item might be needed for upkeep of Market Square, the new home of the Carleton Place Farmers’ Market at the intersection of Beckwith Street and Lake Avenue East, which is currently under construction. Coun. Gary Strike also called to make arena funding a priority until its debt is paid off, suggesting that funding for walking trails and basketball diamonds be deferred and put towards the arena. “We will want to put money in reserves to make another arena,” said Deputy Mayor Ed Sonnenburg at the meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 1. Amongst the biggest new items
in the budget continue to be a salary for the new deputy fire chief at the Ocean Wave Fire Company, at a cost of $38,000, while a new economic development officer would cost the town $36,000. The newly hired recreation programmer is also costing the town $22,000. Town treasurer Paul Hogan made some suggestions for consideration for cuts, such as deferring 25 per cent of hiring from April 2012 to 2013. The fire department is also asking for $18,000 to put towards a lighting system to illuminate the scene at night fires. Hogan suggested that this could be funded as unfinanced capital, and that the electricity bill for the arena, estimated at about $30,000, could be partially paid out through reserves. Hogan added though that infrastructure was a bill that needed to be paid, and maintained, as preventative maintenance. “Streets are what have been left behind,” said Hogan, with the recent focus on sewers and water mains. All in all, the newest draft of the budget would see a tax increase Photo by Desmond Devoy of about 4.17 per cent, but with Hogan’s suggestions taken into ac- Sharon Cook pauses with her golden retrievers Jake, left, and Oliver, right, as they wrap up a walk in count, that number slips down to Riverside Park last week. Town council has earmarked about $10,000 towards a new dog park at Roy 2.6 per cent. Brown Park in the second draft of the 2012 budget. R0011119077
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The statement issued said that in the United States, treatment often takes place at a lower PSA rate than in Canada, leading to some patients being over-treated. Prostate Cancer Canada also said that “active surveillance” allows patients and doctors to decide the best treatment, if any, and monitor slow growing cancer – but immediately treat intermediate or advanced growth tumours immediately. Many men are not aware that they could get prostate cancer in their earlier years, so a large part of Movember’s awareness campaign urges men to talk to their family doctors about testing and screening. “Movember is helping to raise this to a lot of men,” said Albert. Albert can be sponsored online at www. mobro.com/GlenAlbert where he declares “I’m now a proud member of the Zero (PSA) Club.”
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Roll Of Honour The following Comrades served their country and willingly paid the supreme sacrifice that a just cause might triumph and that humanity might, as a result, enjoy a richer and fuller life. 1914 –1918 Nursing Sister Jessie M. McDiarmid Pte. Hugh McMillan Pte. Cecil Smith Pte. Robert Boreland Pte. Arthur Officer
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Parking is prohibited on all streets or roads within the municipality of the Township of Beckwith from November 1, 2011 to April 15, 2012. It is an offense to plow, shovel or deposit snow from private entrances or onto municipal roadways. The penalty for non-conformance will be a fine and/or the vehicle towed away at the owner’s expense. Also, please note that the Township of Beckwith will not be responsible for damages to mail boxes, newspaper containers or other appurtenances that are privately owned and erected on Municipal right-of-ways and are damaged through winter snowplowing operations. Please remeber to adjust your driving speed to suit the prevailing weather and road conditions. Thanks you for your co-operation. Darwin Nolan, Public Works Superintendant.
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CARLETON PLACE – Town council wants to get all of its facts together before it makes a decision on removing fluoride from the drinking water. But it doesn’t want a raucous debate either. “We are going to solicit the opinion of someone with a varying opinion of the medical officer of health,” said Coun. Jerry Flynn, chair of the physical environment
committee, on Tuesday, Nov. 1. “I’m not sure whether to make this a debate or to have both people come and make their point.” Councillors quickly made their own views on debate versus information clear. “I’d like to hear independently from one side, and then the other, and then decide,” said Coun. Louis Antonakos. “I’d rather not have a debate. I’d rather have a presentation of the facts, then questions … Some of us are convinced, some of us are on the fence.”
Antonakos did wonder, however, who could speak with authority on the anti-fluoride side. Mayor Wendy LeBlanc agreed that the two representatives, both for and against fluoridation, should merely present their information. “This is an information night for council to make a decision,” said LeBlanc. “I’m happy with them coming on the same night.” This past Feburary, Calgary, Alta., decided to remove fluoride from the city’s drinking water supply.
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Hatton house B&B Hatton House B&B is located at 242 High St in Carleton Place. We purchased the home formerly referred to as the “Shepard House” in 1996 with the express intent of opening a bed and breakfast. Hatton House opened it’s doors in May of 2004. We have three rooms for guests. The Rooftop Suite is our flag ship and most popular room. This room has a queen size bed and an ensuite bath with a Roman jacuzzi tub and a private patio on the pool room roof. In the summer the patio is complete with a covered garden swing and several potted floral arrangements. Our second room, The Victorian, is tastefully decorated with antique furniture and a double bed. The Gardenview Room is our third guest suite and can be set up as a king size bed or twin beds, depending our guests’ needs. These two rooms share a large bathroom that has been carefully decorated to reflect the period of the home. A cast iron claw foot tub is the highlight. The remainder of the house is decorated in such a manner to reflect the period and style of our home. Take a stroll through our gardens. Sit and relax on our old fashioned porch. Take a dip and enjoy the atmosphere of our indoor pool. Since opening we have had the pleasure of accommodating people from around the world, thanks in most part to our advertising on the internet and word of mouth. We have become famous for our delicious gourmet breakfasts. We are thankful for being able to serve Carleton Place and for the support we have received from the community. Paul and Laurie Bullied, 242 High St., Carleton Place, ON K7C 1W7 613-257-5201 WE’RE ON THE WEB! WWW.HATTONHOUSEBB.COM
Accessibility Works The Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, will be holding an Accessibility Workshop. When: Thursday, December 1st Where: The Curling Club, 120 Patterson Cr. What time: 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Cost: $19.95 plus HST Chamber members $25.95 plus HST Non-chamber members Learn what your business needs to do in order to comply with the Customer Service Standard by January 1, 2012. The date is fast approaching. Will your business be prepared? Join us for an Accessibility Workshop that helps reach the goal of creating an Accessible Ontario by 2025. Please call the chamber office 613-257-1976 or email us at manager@cpchamber.com to register!
Upcoming Community Events: November 11 – Remembrance Day Service. 11 a.m. Cenotaph on Beckwith Street. November 12 – Annual Snowflake Bazaar. St. James Anglican Church, 225 Edmund St., Carleton Place. 10 a.m.2 p.m. Jams, jellies, pet table, re-gift table, pictures with Santa. Coffee, muffins available 10 a.m. Luncheon: soup, sandwiches, tea, coffee, dessert. November 19 – ”Hug the Children of Haiti” Fundraiser. St. James Anglican Church, 225 Edmund St., Carleton Place. 7:30 p.m. Come join us for a fun filled evening with: Ottawa Cape Breton Session Traditional Celtic music session focusing on the tunes & culture of Cape Breton Island. Tickets are $10.00 & available at The Blossom Shop (613-2571855), Ronette Vines (613-257-7143) or St. James Church office. November 19 – The Girl Guide Bazaar. Neelin Street Community Center (arena). The event will offer baking, a visit from Santa, a kids zone and more. You can bring a friend shop and enjoy lunch. If you are interested in renting a table it is $20 for a space. Contact Mary at 613-256-2794 or email marydillabough@yahoo.ca for more details.
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Tickets are now on sale at the Information Centre (132 Coleman St.) for the Mississippi Mudds newest performance, Alice in Wonderland. Show dates December 2nd, 3rd, 9th, & 10th at 7:30 p.m. December 4th & 10th at 2 p.m. Tickets $20.00 evenings $15.00 matinees.
New Members Lachapelle Antiques 1526 Ashton Station Road, Ashton www.lachapelleantiques.com • 613-257-2960 The Lachapelle Furniture Refinishing and Antique Store has been serving Ottawa and the Valley for over 20 years. Scraptease 16 Emily Street, Carleton Place www.scraptease.ca • 613-720-4399 SCRAPtease Mobile Paper Craft Store offers you service like no other. We carry products for scrapbooking, card making, altered art and more. We can also order in products for just about any craft there is! Ontario linen solutions inc. 27 Bridge St., Carleton Place www.ontariolinen.com • 613-699-0012 Linen cleaning & rental services. Jani king of eastern Ontario 146 Stonewater Bay, Carleton Place 613-253-2335 Commercial, janitorial services. Tania’s dance studio 5 Lansdowne Ave, Carleton Place www.taniasstudio.ca • 613-253-0035 Ballroom & Latin dance studio with fitness classes. Featuring Zumba fitness. “For the love of dance”
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CP teacher honoured with award for Holocaust teaching DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com
CARLETON PLACE – Shelley Lynch makes sure that her students will never forget. This week, while students everywhere will remember the sacrifices made by the fallen during war time, Lynch was commemorated with a special award for her dedication to teaching the next generation about the Holocaust. Lynch was one of two recipients of the Arie van Mansum award for excellence in Holocaust education, 2011-2012, presented by the Jewish Federation of Ottawa. The award was started by the Ottawa Shoah (Holocaust) Committee as a tribute to Van Mansum, a Dutch-born immigrant who came to Canada after the war. He was recognized as being “righteous among the nations,” for saving Jews during the war. The award was presented to Lynch at the Agudath Israel Synagogue in Ottawa on Thursday, Nov. 3. “I’ve never been to a synagogue before,” admitted Lynch. “They were very appreciative. I was honoured and I was humbled. I’m just doing what I’m supposed to do.” In fact, she admitted that she has been a little taken aback by the publicity of getting the award. “I didn’t come through it, it didn’t affect my family, I’m not even Jewish for goodness,” said Lynch with a laugh. The award was handed out as part of Holocaust Education Month. Teaching children about the Holocaust has been a part of Lynch’s Remembrance Day unit for as long as she can remember. By far the most well-known book to be produced about the Holocaust was the posthumous publication of The Diary of Anne Frank, written as a first-person diary account of a teenage girl hiding out
in an attic above a factory in Amsterdam with her family and others during the war, a text Lynch has used in her classroom. “We compared what it was like for them to be going through adolescent changes, (while) being cooped up with people she didn’t necessarily like,” said Lynch during a lunch break interview in her classroom at the Carambeck Public School in Carleton Place the morning after she received her honour. “They are brutally honest,” she said of her students’ reaction to what Frank went through. “They say, ‘I couldn’t do it.’” Lynch has also had a Holocaust survivor, Vera Gara of Ottawa, come in to her classrooms over the, in the weeks leading up to Remembrance Day. In fact, it was Gara, who lost her father in Hitler’s concentration camps, who nominated Lynch for the award. Lynch noted that there are only six Holocaust survivors in the Ottawa area and, as they grow older and die, so too will their first-person stories, unless they are shared with young people. Not surprisingly, Lynch admits that she loves history, so much so that she and her husband journeyed to Germany last summer as part of a home exchange program. “When we were in Germany, we went to Berlin, and we went to Buchenwald, a concentration camp, and it made the history come alive,” Lynch said. “Buchenwald was not an extermination camp. It was a work camp. It (is now) set up as a memorial.” Buchenwald was situated in a more rural part of Germany, and Lynch found the location of a house of death amidst the splendor of the German countryside jarring. “The contrast of the beautiful rolling hills and the brutality of what happened there,” said Lynch. However, in spite of such a discovery, she found the German people to be very friendly.
“They German people are dealing with the burden of their history,” said Lynch The Diary of Anne Frank isn’t the only book that Lynch uses in her classroom. “It revolves around literature,” she explained. “The novel I had was called Number The Stars,” said Lynch, of the tale of two girls, one Jewish, the other gentile, growing up during the war. “It was very age-appropriate…The kids ate it up.” Before embarking on the Second World War unit, she brainstorms with her kids to see what they think they know about the war. “We discuss the Second World War, Canada’s role, and the Holocaust,” said Lynch. “The kids are really interested in World War II. We talk about what led up to this (the Holocaust). You learn from this. We are a democratic country and we need to protect that.” Whenever she broaches the subject of the Holocaust with her older students, though, she can be a little bit more graphic. “With them, you can go into more detail,” she said of her Grade 7 and 8 stu-
dents. Not only does the Holocaust provide a teachable moment for teaching about history and religion, but also as an opportunity to talk about ethics. “Why did people stand idly by?” Lynch asks her students. After Lynch accepted her award, Van Mansum’s daughters spoke. She also got to hear a presentation by Paul Shapiro, director of the Center for Advanced Holocaust Studies at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. Shairo helped unlock a vast trove of Nazi archives during a 10-year struggle. “It was unbelievable,” said Lynch of Shapiro’s speech. “You see piece together what happened to a person if you knew what to look for,” combing through the documents of the Third Reich. “He was really interesting and passionate about what he was doing,” said Shapiro, with many Jewish people in the audience asking him afterwards if Canadians could access the files in the American capital, to which he said they were more than welcome to look over the files.
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The community calendar is a free public service the Canadian Gazette provides for non-profit groups. Notices appear as space permits. Please submit your information at least two weeks prior to the event and include a daytime contact name and phone number in case we need to reach you for information or clarification. Keep submissions under 30 words. Notices can be e-mailed to desmond.devoy@metroland. com or dropped off at our office at 53 Bridge St. in Carleton Place.
SATURDAY, NOV. 19 United Church Women Christmas Bazaar and Luncheon at Zion-Memorial United Church, 37 Franklin St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch, back table, crafts, mini boutique, books, etc. Ninth annual Franktown Craft Fair and Luncheon, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Centennial Hall, 152 Church St. Baking, sewing, knitting, gift items. Lunch, homemade soups, sandwiches, desserts, tea and coffee. For details, call 613-283-3789.
FRIDAY, NOV. 11 Opening night for the musical “James Naismith is ColourBlind and He Can’t Drive,” at Almonte Old Town Hall, 14 Bridge St., 7:30 p.m. Tickets available from Mill Street Books, 52 Mill St., 613-2569090 or at the Pakenham General Store. The musical will also be performed on Nov. 12 and 13 at the same venue at 7:30 and 2 p.m. respectively.
Christmas Bazaar, Almonte United Church, 106 Elgin St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch, baking, crafts, attic treasures. Call Bonnie at 613-256-2389 for details.
Vernissage for Batik artists Jennifer Raby, Dawn Fortin, Elain Arkwrigth and Deb Shaw at Brush Strokes, 129 Bridge St., Carleton Place, 7 to 9 p.m.
SATURDAY, NOV. 12 Christmas Bazaar and Tea, Stoneridge Manor, 256 High St., Carleton Place. Crafts, jewelry, baking goods, books, white elephant sale. All welcome. Pakenham Christmas Craft Show, featuring more than 25 local crafters, artists and designers, upper hall, Stewart Community Centre, 112 MacFarlane St., Pakenham. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, call 613-256-1077. Harvest Supper – Ham and Bean, 4:30 to 7 p.m. at Almonte Presbyterian Church, 111 Church St. Cost, $10 each, children aged five to 12, $5, children under five, no charge. For more information, please call Donna at 613-880-5556. Annual Community Christmas Bazaar, Clayton Community Hal, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pancake breakfast available from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Annual Snow Flake Bazaar, 10 a.m., to 2 p.m. in the parish hall of St. James Anglican
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A PRETTY PEWTER CHRISTMAS TO HELP MS RESEARCH At left, Carleton Place’s Florence Pye and Francoise Beland, of the Ottawa chapter of Muscular Dystrophy Canada, were selling beautiful pewter Christmas decorations in the front foyer of the Carleton Place branch of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce on Nov. 4. All money raised went towards research for MD. Church, 225 Edmund St., Carleton Place. Have your picture taken with Santa. Lunch available. St. Mary’s Church annual Catholic Women’s League Bazaar, in the church hall, 28 Hawthorne Ave., Carleton Place, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Crafts and lunch, including sandwiches, soup, pie, coffee and tea. All welcome.
SUNDAY, NOV. 13 Six-hand euchre fundraiser, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Almonte Country Haven, 333 Country St., Almonte. Prizes for scores, door prizes, refreshments. $10 per player. Call 613-256-3095 for information. All proceeds go towards resident’s programming.
TUESDAY, NOV. 15 Arts Carleton Place annual
general meeting, 7 p.m. at The Thirsty Moose, 15 Bridge St., upstairs. All welcome.
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THURSDAY, NOV. 17 Mills Home Support Music and Memories program provides fellowship, memory stimulation and caregiver relief. Lunch, $9. Please contact the Home Support office at 613256-4700 or Patti Lennox at 613-257-3296.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 16 Hospital Dessert Bridge, 1 p.m., Carleton Plance and District Memorial Hospital board room, 211 Lake Ave. East. Call Linda at 613-257-4715 to reserve your table. Mississippi Mills Chamber of Commerce Business Awards Gala, 6 p.m., Almonte Civitan Hall, 500 Almonte St. Tickets, $50 per person. Photographer Michelle Vallberg, award-win-
Four-hand euchre, 7:30 p.m., sponsored by the Town and Country Tenants Association, 375 Country St., Almonte. Light lunch. Contact Norma at 613-256-4179. Community Flu Clinic, Pakenham Public School, 109 Jeanie St., Pakenham, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. For more information, please call the Health Action Line at 1-800-660-5853 or 613-345-5685 or go online to healthunit.org. Flippin’ Art Night, with artists Donna Naprstek and Ilona Monahan at Ballygibblins restaurant, 151 Bridge St., Carleton Place, 5 to 7 p.m. Free.
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Games Night at Tatlock Hall, 7:30 p.,m. Wii bowling, crokinole, table tennis, cribbage and refreshments. All welcome. Call 613-256-1071 for details. Games night will not be held on Friday, Dec. 2. Beckwith Youth Glow-in-theDark Dance at Brunton Community Hall, 1702 9th Line Rd., 6 to 9 p.m. Admission, $3. Violet Femmes: Girls Night Out, to benefit Lanark County Interval House, at Almonte and District Community Centre, upper hall, 182 Bridge St. 5:30 p.m., doors open, 7:30 p.m. fine dinner, 9:30 p.m. dancing with DJ Jack Donovan. Tickets $50 each. Order online at www.lcih.org/violetfemmes, or in person from Lily White at White Light, 14 Mill St., Heritage Court, Almonte, 613-256-7799.
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Ottawa Cape Breton Session, featuring a traditional Celtic music session focusing on the tunes and culture of Cape Breton, 7:30 p.m., St. James Anglican Church, 225 Edmund St., Carleton Place. A fundraiser for “Hug the Children of Haiti.” Tickets are $10 each, and are available at the church office, or via The Blossom Shop, 167 Bridge St., 613-257-1855, or Ronette Vines at 613-257-7143. “A Narnia Christmas,” charity auction, presented by Calvary Christian Academy, will be held at the Carleton Place High School cafetorium, 215 Lake Ave. West, 6:30 to 10 p.m. Viewing begins at 6 p.m. Tickets $15 at the door, or in advance at 613-283-5089. Girl Guide craft fair and bazaar, Carleton Place arena, upper hall, 75 Neelin St. Free family movie night, 7 p.m. The Lighthouse church, 355 Moffatt St., Carleton Place. Call 613-257-4255 for details.
SUNDAY, NOV. 20 Christmas and Gospel Music concert featuring The Bowes Brothers, 7:30 p.m., St. Andrew’s United Church, Pakenham. Tickets $15 in advance at Nicholson’s and the General Store, The Spectacle Shop, 10 Houston Dr., Almonte, and the Arnprior Book Shop, 152 John St. N.
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Carleton Place Canadians crack Canada’s top 10 teams BRIER DODGE
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CARLETON PLACE – The top 10 is a pretty nice place to be. The Carleton Place Canadians have broken into the top 10 Jr. A rankings in Canada after two more weekend wins. They are ahead of the Cornwall Colts, currently in 11th, who have been the top CCHL team in the rankings this year. “We’re playing decent hockey,” said coach Jason Clarke. “Usually when you work hard good things happen, our staff is a hard working staff, right from the volunteers to the coaching staff and scouting.” It was a three-game week for the Photo by Simplicity Studios Photo by Brier Dodge Canadians, taking on Hawkesbury, Smiths Falls Bears goaltender Laine Parent had extra help between Smiths Falls and Cornwall. Shayne Morrissey and Daniel Kolenda dig in front of the net durThey got off to a slow start against ing the Nov. 1 game against Hawkesbury. The Canadians won the the pipes in the chaos around the home team net on Friday night. Hawkesbury on Nov. 1, down 2-0 early game 5-3, before going on to beat both Cornwall and Smiths Falls Parent and the Bears couldn’t hold off the visiting Carleton Place in the second period. They came back later in the week. Canadians who sailed past the Bears 5-3. with five consecutive goals, starting off with Dustin Darou, followed by anDarou received an honourable menother second period goal by Jay Llewelyn. players out of the line up, and that’s part tionally ranked, an accomplishment for a Third period goals by Shayne Morrissey, of the game,” said Clarke. “We can’t think team in their third year, the team needs tion for the player of the week awards last week. Luke Martin and Llewelyn heavily tipped about whose in the line up and just have to keep up its work ethic. This week, the Canadians play Glouces“When you’re on winning streaks, you to concentrate on getting the two points the score in favour of the Canadians. have to work that much harder,” said ter twice, on the road on Friday evening, But it was against Smiths Falls, on the (for a win).” It was a big game for Morrissey, scor- Clarke. “It’s a long term picture, we just and at home on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. road, that their win streak hit double diging three of four goals, with another one want to be able to be consistent in our Gloucester has won just four of 24 games its. this season. Posting a 5-3 win over the rival Bears, by Murphy, and the shutout from Joe Yet- work ethic in practice every day.” “Teams are going to be gunning for Following the weekend, Morrissey goals came from Anthony McVeigh (2), man. “It’s nice to stockpile points at this was named the CCHL player of the week us because we’re a first-place team now, Ben Murphy, Brock Edwards and Darou. They took their 11th consecutive game, point in the season because of the dun- for the second time, after scoring seven they’re going to be trying to set that bar 4-0 against an injured Cornwall Colts geon days in January and February,” points in the three wins. He is currently for themselves,” said Clarke. “It doesn’t leading the Canadians in scoring, and is get easier when you’re winning. It gets Clarke said. team at home on Sunday. harder.” Now on a long winning streak and na- second in the league. “They had some injuries and some top
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REMEMBERING ERIC Kaitlyn, Patrick and Sheri Leighton stand with players from both the Almonte Thunder and Ottawa West Golden Knights during a memorial for Eric Leighton on Nov. 6. Leighton, who died after a shop class explosion at Mother Teresa Catholic High School in Barrhaven last May, played for both teams during his hockey career.
AFTERNOON AUTOGRAPHS IN ALMONTE In the afternoon of Sunday Nov. 6, Matt Carkner, Ottawa Senators defenceman, appeared in front of Willow Inspired Living, a store inside of Heritage Court on 14 Mill St. Carkner had a table set up where he signed autographs to promote donations to Big Brothers Big Sisters through a raffle. The prize for the raffle was a hockey stick signed by members of the Ottawa Senators. Carkner can be seen standing beside his friend and neighbor, Christine Hemsley, who Carkner credited as the main event facilitator.
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Skating champion and Olympian Jennifer Robinson was at the Carleton Place Figure Skating Club on Oct. 28 to teach on ice seminars. Carleton Place, Almonte, Perth, Goulbourn, Rideau Lakes and Kemptville all took part. Here, coach Denise Pigeau poses with Jennifer Robinson and skaters Kaylin McNeely, Sidney Fisher, Jacqueline Rowley, Leia Dozzi, Leah MacMillan and Veronique Rowley. Photo courtesy of Kelly McNeely
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Trevor Drummond, CPHS athlete of the month, with Subway sponsor Sean Bai.
CPHS Athlete of the Month BRIER DODGE brier.dodge@metroland.com
The November athlete of the month for Carleton Place High School is Trevor Drummond. Drummond is a Grade 12 student who is hoping to return for one more year, and again play football He is one of the senior football team’s four captains, selected by coach Van Zeeman for his great attitude and consistent attendance, which is “second to
none.” “He runs the ball through the heart of our opponent’s defenses,” Zeeman said. “He is the type of football player every coach wants to have on his team.” Drummond plays fullback for the Bears, and hopes to stay involved in football after he graduates. “When you’re out there, the facts don’t count, you just play football,” said Drummond on his love for the game. “No matter what, just play. Just giv’er.”
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Council can’t cut cardboard slack for food bank
The Lanark County Food Bank, located at 5 Allan St., in Carleton Place, sought an exemption from town council’s ban on curbside cardboard pick-up from businesses. Town by-laws dictate that, even though it is a charity, the food bank falls under the heading of a business. Photo by Desmond Devoy
“I believe that this is precedent-setting,” said Mayor Wendy LeBlanc. “I can understand everybody’s point of view. But I can think of three other charities downtown that deal with cardboard.” Beach’s written submission to council
had reported that it was difficult for volunteers to be able to take the cardboard to the town recycling facility. “Surely they can get a volunteer with a truck that would help solve this situation,” said Coun. Gary Strike.
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In Flanders Fields In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. - John McCrae
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CARLETON PLACE – While not wanting to appear to be Grinchy in the run-up to the holidays, Carleton Place council has had to refuse an appeal from the Lanark County Food Bank to help it deal with its cardboard disposal problem. Mary Beach, chairperson of the food bank, located on Allen Street in Carleton Place, had asked the physical environment committee to consider letting it take part in curbside cardboard collection, since it is a charity. “I appreciate the staff recommendation (to deny the request),” said Coun. Louis Antonakos. “But in light of the very special work they do, is there nothing we can do to help them dispose of the cardboard?”
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The staff report noted the food bank generates a higher volume of cardboard than an average household. It also noted the food bank is classified as a business and, as such, it is not allowed to avail of the curbside collection. No exceptions have ever been granted for cardboard collection for businesses. “Am I to understand that any business in the downtown core is not allowed to put out cardboard for recycling?” asked Coun. Rob Probert. Public works director Dave Young explained that, because there is a mix of residential and commercial properties downtown, it would be hard to separate which cardboard comes from a house or apartment, and which comes from a business. “The contractor does his best to determine it,” said Young.
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ALMONTE - Members of the Ontario Council of Hospital Unions (OCHU) are travelling throughout the province to raise awareness of inconsistent cleaning standards in hospitals. They stopped in Almonte to talk about hospital-acquired infections, citing a high rate in Ontario of “preventable deaths.” The group was focusing on cases of MRSA, C. Difficile and VRE (also known as GRE) being passed on to hospital patients admitted for other causes. The Almonte General Hospital, reporting cases of infection since September 2008, has had no new cases of MRSA, C. Difficile, or VRE in the entire period since, confirmed hospital CEO Mary Wilson Trider. Both Almonte and the Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital post the past month’s status of infections on their website, located under “patient information” and then “patient safety.” The CPDMH has not reported any cases of the three viruses in the months currently posted to the website. “We have a very high standard, we haven’t had infections,” said
who tour the Wilson Trider. hospital are “If we have about our cleanpeople come to liness. There us from anothare standards er hospital and set for operatwe’re not sure, ing rooms, and we isolate them for the genuntil we can eral and public clear them.” wards we follow Sharon Richgood practice.” er, OCHU viceRicher said president, said hospitals across hospitals need Ontario are into be more proconsistent with active in posttheir cleaning ing the status practices, and of any outbreaks to their Tracey Gemmell, a cleaner at Almonte General Hospital, shows the the standards website. proper proceudres for cleaning an isolation room. Photo by Brier Dodge at one Ontario hospital could Wilson Trider said the Ministry of Health ingly spread by high hospital vary greatly from another. “The government should be requires hospitals to report any occupancy rate, and is urging outbreaks on a monthly basis hospitals to be pro-active in their checking in on them to find inand then mirror that reporting cleaning as the provincial gov- consistencies,” said first OCHU vice-president, Louis Rodriquez, ernment examines cutting beds. on their website. Cutting beds leads to higher oc- who has been a chef at the KingsRicher said OCHU wants to see more protocol on how infect- cupancy rates – which then leads ton General Hospital for 39 years. ed patients are isolated, and is to more patients in hallways and “There should be a standard.” Union member Tracey Gemin closer contract. Wilson Trider strongly against the practice of contracting out housecleaning said this happens more in urban mill, who has worked in housestaff to companies that may not hospitals, and over-crowding keeping and laundry at the Almonte General Hospital for four have proper training. Neither isn’t seen at the rural AGH. “We are doing very well with years, demonstrated the way that the AGH or CPDMH contract out cleaning. We have an excellent she would clean a room in an isohousekeeping at this time. The union group has made 56 staff with excellent protocols,” lation ward. She started by using a special stops since May to raise aware- she said. “One of the most freness about the diseases, increas- quent comments I get from those solution, different than the one
used in a normal ward, so that bacteria do not become immune. Gemmill demonstrated how she carefully wipes each surface, making sure to not contaminate the rag, changing it each time it’s necessary. She can go through up to 20 rags to clean one room, afterwards putting them in a special laundry bag, along with all the bedding. She wears full protective gear, covering almost her entire body, except for her eyes. “I’ve been properly trained to protect myself,” she said. Wilson Trider said that new staff have an orientation to the hospital and hospital standards, including to occupational health and safety and are trained on safe working practices and WHMIS before starting their duties at the AGH. But OCHU representatives still urge the government to invest more funding into hospital cleaning standards, and keep as many beds open as possible to reduce the infection rate. “We’re finding the demand very hard. We definitely need more cleaners that know what they’re doing,” Gemmill said. “We need to get more money from the government so that people in Almonte can be healthy, happy and safe.”
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CARLETON PLACE – Town Council wants to go paperless but has voted to maintain the status quo for now. At the policy review committee meeting of Tuesday, Oct. 25, staff had recommended the town discontinue including paper copies of agenda attachments with agendas at meetings as these are available on the town’s website. However, paper copies of the actual agendas themselves would continue. “I fully support trying to go paperless, but I do not support going totally paperless,” said Coun. Louis Antonakos. “Giving everyone a laptop and the IT that goes along with it will just be a nighmare,” said the councillor, who had a laptop of his own in front of him as he spoke. Coun. Gary Strike noted the reasons for the staff recommendation were highly visible. “We’ve got a ton of paper,” said Strike. “Some weeks it’s an inch thick, times seven. I think we should be headed in that (paperless) direction.” The staff recommendation had even floated the idea of providing laptops to town councillors, but Deputy Mayor Ed Sonnenburg took issue with this. “The Lanark County Council has new laptops each term,” said Sonnenburg. “I would be hardpressed to see two of them at any council meeting.” Mayor Wendy LeBlanc admitted that laptop sightings, from her recollection, at Lanark County Council meetings in Perth, were few and far between. “I’m not certain I’ve ever seen any,” said LeBlanc, who added that, when it comes to paper copies, “I like to write notes in the margins. You can’t do that on a computer, I don’t think.” Coun. Rob Probert spoke in favour of paper. “Speaking for me as a councillor, I like paper,” said Probert. “After half an hour (of looking at a computer screen) my eyes glaze over.” Coun. Doug Black, however, was pleased to report his technical savvy is growing. “I have an iPad, I use it at home,” said Black, explaining it enables him to download agenda attachments and read them.
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November 10 2011 Canadian Gazette
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Buddy Holly Lives, live in Carleton Place Party like is 1958 all over again on Friday, Nov. 18 at CP town hall auditorium DESMOND DEVOY desmond.devoy@metroland.com
CARLETON PLACE – Buddy Holly lives and he’s coming to Carleton Place. Yes, there was that whole business of the plane crash with Richie Valens and The Big Bopper, but his music will live on at the Carleton Place town hall auditorium this Friday, Nov. 18, at 8 p.m. But don’t be fooled that this is a musical review of the life and times of the Texas rock and roll revolutionary Buddy Holly. “Lots of people have done that,” said Merv Buchanan, the show’s producer, during a telephone interview from Ajax, Ont. “This is a very authentic recreation of a Buddy Holly show from 1958.” In fact, Buddy Holly’s standin for the evening, Dave Bull, and his back up band, filling in for The Crickets, will be using the very same set list that Holly and his band would have used for a typical concert. But instead of today’s teencentred concerts, where Justin Bieber and The Jonas Brothers can sell out arenas, for Holly and his music pioneers, they had to make do with teen dances and appearances at roller skating rinks. “There was a limited number of places where a young band could play,” said Buchanan. “Their break through was teen dances.” Also, coming from Texas, Holly had to contend with the more dominant and established music form of the day. “Everybody wanted country and western,” said Buchanan, though, interestingly, the likes of Buddy Knox and future country star, Roy Orbison, would get hip to rock and roll, and the country influence can be heard in some of Holly’s songs. Holly, admittedly, may look “square” by today’s standards, especially for a man who challenged the music production orthodoxy of the time, but that suited him just fine. “Gimme a guitar and get outta my way,” is how Buchanan described Holly’s attitude towards music. “He didn’t fit the mold in terms of his looks…He made music his own way.” Holly often produced, recorded and wrote his own music, which flew in the face of the music norms of the day, where singers often sang songs written by others, with studio musicians as back up, with the suits calling the shots in terms of promotion. “Oh, this kid is nuts, he’d better have a fall back plan when this thing doesn’t work out,”
said Buchanan of the reaction some had to Holly. “He showed people that you can do it yourself.” But he proved them wrong, and his widow has been living on the royalties of his groundbreaking work ever since. While Bull has been doing a spot-on impression of Holly for the past 12 years, he only ran into Buchanan about five years ago, when Buchanan was doing the sound for one of Bull’s shows in Toronto. They quickly became acquainted, and Buchanan liked what he heard on stage. A few years later, once he hung up his own show promotion shingle, Bull and his band were one of the first acts he signed up. “Buddy Holly’s been dead for 50 years, where’s your audience,” Buchanan remembered being asked when he signed Bull. But his audience is still coming out to shows. In fact, not only has Holly been immortalized by the 1978 Gary Busey movie The Buddy Holly Story, and the immortal 1971 song by Don McLean, “American Pie,” about Holly’s death – voted as one of the top five American songs of all time – to a recent TV commercial, which uses Holly’s song “Every Day,” Holly’s music is still going strong. “The music has staying power,” said Buchanan, who pointed out that there is even a CD of famous musicians, from Lyle Lovett to Cheryl Crow, who cover Holly’s songs. “The music has an innate uniqueness about it. You can hum the tune to every one of his songs. The sign of a good song is that it has the ring of truth to it.” In fact, Holly’s music is finding a new generation of fans. “A really funny thing has happened (at concerts),” said Buchanan. “I’m starting to notice that university students are coming out. They’ll come out (wearing) Buddy Holly glasses!” He even noticed young married couples bringing their young children to a recent concert in Cornwall, Ont. The show is about 90 minutes long, in two 45-minute sets, and it stays as true as possible to how a true-to-life Holly performance would have looked. “We’ve tried to play down modern technology,” said Buchanan. “We use as little lighting as possible. We’re not only trying to recreate the sound.” In fact, the band and Bull dress exactly as Holly and The Crickets would have dressed in the late 1950s, and even use similar instruments. “What band now plays a
stand-up bass?” asked Buchanan, noting that Holly also helped popularized the Fender Stratocaster guitar. Buchanan’s own Trend Records has also just released a live CD recording of a similar concert, recorded live at the Pinestone Resort and Conference Centre in Haliburton, Ont. The Holly show will have a series of dates in the spring. Tickets to “Buddy Holly Lives,” are available at Temptations, 117 Bridge St., Carleton Place, 613-257-7406, Rideau River Music, 11 Main St. West, Smiths Falls, 613-283-1410, Shadowfax, 67 Foster St., Perth, 613-267-6817, or for credit card purchases, 1-800-518-2719.
Singer Dave Bull IS Buddy Holly in a show set to rock out the Carleton Place town hall auditorium on Nov. 18 at 8 p.m. with a performance that is as trueto-life as a real performance by Holly and The Crickets would have sounded in 1958. Photo courtesy Merv Buchanan
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The Valley BBQ It’s about time for some steak and ribs re you craving a good steak? What about a great steak prepared by award-winning chef Roger Weldon and his everpresent team of sous chef Chris (Hodgy) Hodgins and Brendan Verhey? Head to The Valley BBQ to savour smokehouse flavours: where steaks, ribs, burgers and a host of other munchable meals are waiting to appease your appetite. If that’s not enough, perhaps some Asian flavours will tickle your fancy. It’s southern BBQ with a twist – a fusion with Far East flavours! Located right on Hwy. 7 in Carleton Place, The Valley BBQ offers a family-oriented steakhouse atmosphere. When you walk in, it’s woody and inviting and the smells of wonderful wood-smoked creations wafting from the kitchen will make your mouth water. “There’s not another restaurant like this anywhere in the area,” co-owner Dave Jenkins says. “We’ve got a fantastic chef in Roger, wonderful servers in the restaurant and a great place for a night out,” he says. “We’re more than food; we are a complete atmosphere.” Weldon and his team are ready to serve you some of their passionate plates. Weldon’s talents have been featured on many area cooking stages, including the Food Network, other local television stations and international trade shows. He was awarded business person of the year in 2009 from the Carleton Place Chamber of Commerce. Maybe it’s because he knows that good food makes good business. So how would you start your night out at The Valley BBQ? Maybe drinks and appetizers? Start with some southern smoked wings, slammy samosas, roasted garlic and onion dip or a selection of other yummy-sounding starters. There are also nachos and big salads to whet your appetite for the main event as well. What’s your pleasure? Steak and ribs? How about a lean rib-eye topped with thyme, onions and mushrooms and served over rosemary mashed potatoes and fresh, seasonal vegetables? Maybe you’d like a traditional New York strip served with all the trimmings? Weldon has also created a chipotle sweet pepper striploin dish, as well as a chimi steak with ratatouille salad. Steaks are waiting, people. Come and eat them. Texas two-step ribs are described as dancing with flavour and a little tipsy from the 40 Creek Whisky barbecue sauce. Full
belly and some great-sounding sandwiches for the lunch crowd. You may want to try the Jambalaya sandwich that includes big bayou shrimp, chunky chicken, killer Cajun sausage, stewed tomatoes and peppers served over a garlic bun with cheese. Great food takes time to prepare, but The Valley BBQ knows how short lunchtime is for most people. “Let our servers know if you are in a hurry,” Weldon says. “We will make sure you get your lunch in time to enjoy it, apOne of the fabulous steak entrees offered preciate it and be on to your next destination.” at Valley BBQ. Grilled pizza is also greens and quinoa. Have some offered on the menu, as are the Crabby Cakes and greens, or an always crowd-pleasing Southwest herb-crusted chicken and tomato Iron Fajitas. Fish and shrimp veggie salad or the Laka Laka are available, making The Valley Laka salad that includes a tempt- BBQ a full-service, full-menu esing combination of greens, won tablishment that is sure to have a ton crisps, fresh southern slaw meal to please anyone in your circle, whether you are dining with and some BBQ pork. your friends, family or both. Yum. Depending on the night you deBurgers and sliders are also a popular feature on their menu. cide to enjoy some Valley BBQ, Slider boards include pulled pork, you will also find some daily won ton BBQ pork tacos, French specials. Mondays – kids eat dip brisket on a bun and even veg- free; Tuesdays – soup and salad gie bites on a bun. Feeling really and garlic bread (rumour has it that you haven’t had great soup hungry? Order lots! There are chicken, bison, lamb until you’ve had Roger’s soup); and beef burgers to fill your Wednesdays – pasta bar, Caesar racks and half racks are available to suit any appetite. Those big salads mentioned include creative ingredients such as jerk chicken over fresh, crisp
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Dave Jenkins, Chris Hodgins and Roger Weldon sample Chris’ new California rolls. salad and garlic bread; Thursdays – half-price appetizers; Fridays – half-price fish fry and BBQ sushi night with Hodgy’s new California rolls. Atmosphere is also important to the owners of The Valley BBQ. “We know that our patrons want to have a good time as well as enjoy a good meal when they are here,” co-owner Ike Bottema says. “We have a great lineup of daily specials and weekly entertainment for everyone.” The Valley BBQ offers open stage every Thursday night. “All
valley talent should be here,” Weldon adds. “We’ve got Brent King over at SRC Music arranging hosts for every Thursday night,” he says. Saturday nights are for live music, and the talent changes weekly. “Be sure to call us or check our Facebook page or our website for a current lineup of entertainers,” Jenkins adds. The Valley BBQ is really looking forward to their New Year’s Eve weekend. The menu is still top secret, but entertainers have been booked. Popular band Silver Creek will play on Dec. 30. Brock Zeman and Robert Larisey will headline on New Year’s Eve at The Valley BBQ bash. More details regarding the event will be available soon, and you know that with Chef Team Weldon behind the menu, it’s going to be fantastic. The Valley BBQ caters special events and offers takeout as well. They cater large and small events, whether black tie or a casual get-together. Calling now will book not only your caterer for the holiday season, but great party space can be had at their Hwy. 7 location. Early reservations are best. The Valley BBQ is open seven days a week: Monday through Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 12 a.m.; Fridays, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sundays, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Valley BBQ is located at 10470A Hwy. 7 in Carleton Place. Contact them via phone at 613257-1700. Find them on Facebook to keep up on all the latest and greatest from The Valley BBQ.
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Stories of businesses in Perth, Lanark, Almonte and Carleton Place
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A century of experience Newmar Equipment & Tire offers expert services
ater this month, Newmar Equipment & Tire will celebrate its first anniversary, and owner Brett Newton and his long-time friend and business partner, John Martin – their last names tied together to create the name, Newmar – couldn’t be happier. “We had a fantastic first year,” Newton says. Last November, Newton consolidated his two existing businesses under one roof at the garage location on Harper Road beside Glen Tay Public School. “We both have businesses that require a lot of fleet maintenance, so we decided to open our facility to maintain our fleet operations,” he explains. On top of servicing their existing fleet, they launched the garage operation to also open its doors to the public. The large garage services automotive, truck and heavy truck vehicles as well as agricultural and heavy equipment, providing a full range of fleet services including automotive, truck and heavy truck repairs as well as emissions testing, oil changes, alignments, safety inspections, engine diagnostics, engine repair, tires and tire repair. They’ve also recently signed on as a Mack and Volvo parts and
service centre, providing even more services for their customers. Newton is a truck and coach mechanic, having started his career in heavy equipment repairs, thus returning to his career roots after opening Newmar Equipment & Tire. “This is where I first started, and I’m happy we introduced the service component to our business,” he says. Newmar Equipment & Tire’s location off Hwy. 7 is a convenient pit stop for existing and new customers. “We have consistent traffic coming to our garage, and it’s been a great central location to service the Perth and area residents,” he explains. With the garage consistently filling up with clients, Newton says they have enjoyed having the opportunity to service their existing fleet as well as opening their garage doors to the community. “We have been working in this community for eight years, and it’s been nice to welcome and provide services to the entire community from our home base,” he says. Along with having state-of-theart tools and technology on hand, the combined staff experience
at Newmar Equipment & Tire exceeds 100 years. The team includes service manager Bill Ferrier, top-notch mechanics, a fully-ticketed welder and courteous front-office staff. “We have a phenomenal staff, who take a lot of pride in what they do and they are committed
“...we never pressure our customers. Instead, we talk with them about possible solutions and timelines.” Brett Newton, owner Newmar Equipment & Tire and trustworthy,” says Newton. “Everyone works together as a team and we feel very fortunate to have the team that we do.” Staff ensure they keep up to date on the latest training courses. Just this month, Newton attended the SEMA and AAPEX car shows in Las Vegas. The SEMA show is a premier automotive specialty products trade event, drawing the industry’s brightest minds and latest products to one place. The show also hosts educational seminars, product demonstrations and special events. Mean-
while, automotive parts wholesale distributors, retailers, service chains, jobbers and service professionals attend AAPEX. Attending these events keeps Newton and his staff educated on all the automotive industry’s latest developments and technologies. “We want to ensure our customers have access to the best and most current information regarding their vehicle,” explains Newton. “The best way for them to receive this information is from us, which is why we attend these shows and training courses. We can then pass along our knowledge to our clients.” Newmar’s well-rounded expertise brings good results for the customers. When a customer walks through their doors, staff ensure the customers are a part of the process, from beginning to end. “We have a conversation with the customer about their vehicles,” explains Newton. Ferrier, as well as the mechanics, walks the customers through their automotive or truck maintenance reports, explaining their vehicle’s circumstances. “We show them current and potential problems that may arise in the future,” explains Newton. “But we never pressure our customers. Instead, we talk with
them about possible solutions and timelines.” It’s an approach their customers appreciate. So much, in fact, that the staff roster continues to grow. When they first launched last November, Newmar Equipment & Tire had 17 people on staff. That number has grown to 28. Since they opened the garage doors last year, Newton says, he couldn’t be more pleased with, and appreciative of, the community response. “We really want to thank our customers for a great first year,” says Newton. “They are the ones who have made this year a great success for us.” Newton encourages new and existing customers to contact Newmar Equipment & Tire for all their automotive, truck, heavy truck and agricultural and heavy equipment needs. “Come by and see us,” he says. “We are happy to speak with you about your vehicle and equipment service needs and we look forward to working with you, as we’ll provide you with great service at fair prices.” Newmar Equipment & Tire is located at 183 Harper Rd. in Glen Tay. They can be reached at 613326-0008 or by email at newmar@ storm.ca.
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amos means “let’s go� in Spanish. Vamos Outdoors means everything you need to get going is available in a fantastic, 3,000 square foot shop in downtown Almonte. After spending eight years sailing around the world, owners Marc and Lisa Labonte know quite a bit about being dressed for the weather. An adventurous and goaloriented couple, the concept of a shop full of trend-following outdoor clothing and accessories not otherwise available in the area became a reality for them when they sold their sailboat and planted their roots in Almonte. Vamos Outdoors opened in August of 2011. “Our vision is to inspire, empower and encourage people of all ages to live a more active life by providing them with the right gear to do it,� Lisa Labonte says. “We will always make great products more accessible by offering them at competitive prices and price-matching our competitors, but more importantly, we want our customers to be comfortable outside.� Vamos carries a wide variety of popular and eco-friendly brands, including Lol, Aventura, Kuhl, Columbia, Merrell, Keen and Hatley. “We want to become the go-to shop for both local and out-of-town outdoor
Vamos Outdoors is located at 14 Mill St. in Almonte and is open seven days a week. enthusiasts of all ages,� Labonte says. “We carry cutting-edge fashion trends in outdoor wear, but every piece is also functional, wash and wear and guaranteed to meet the needs of the wearer.� The collection is vast and will cover anyone from head to toe. The gift ideas are practically endless, with a wide variety for every member of your family. Plenty
of the apparel is perfect for cold winter nights, from annels to pajamas, socks and slippers. There is a wide variety of footwear including winter boots. The shopping experience will be rich for every customer as well. There are gorgeous, 150-year-old barn elements used throughout the store. Apparel is displayed in hollowed-out tree trunks, and there is a
travel dream board inviting you to write your fondest travel wish on it in colourful chalk. Helping clients ďŹ nd exactly what they need is very important for Vamos. “We train our staff so that they know our products well enough to properly assist clients on their path to happier, longer and better lifestyles,â€? Labonte says. “We promise to give every customer knowledgeable advice to ensure the product they are purchasing is perfect for the activity they are embarking on.â€? Vamos Outdoors is also involved in the community and plans to launch group workshops in 2012. “We plan on offering weekly outdoor activities or meet-ups,â€? Labonte says. “Lanark County has some of the best landscape for a rich outdoor life.â€? Vamos Outdoors is located at 14 Mill St. in Almonte. Reach them by phone at 613-461-2000. Contact them via email at vamosoutdoors@gmail.com. Shop anytime, seven days a week, at their shop during the following hours: Monday through Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Become a fan of Vamos Outdoors on Facebook to get the latest news on VAMOS.
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Cindy’s Candle Accessories is an aromatic success indy, Norm and Cecilia Forget welcome you to a relaxing, soul-felt shopping experience in their cosy shop nestled in the heart of Lanark village. When a customer walks through the door, he or she is immediately greeted by the sweet aroma of beeswax candles, helpful service and good conversation. Eight years ago, circumstances led Cindy to start her own business selling beeswax candles – retail and wholesale. Within a couple of months the gentleman she was distributing for decided she and Norm would be happier making their own. “At the time I thought he was crazy. Now when I look back, the man was a genius,” proclaims Cindy. Candle production started in their kitchen. A showroom was opened in the middle room, and the living room became the office and storage. It was apparent that the demand for beeswax candles and the lack of space in their home was about to be the turning point in their lives. Norm, who was still employed in the high-
tech arena, was laid off in 2006, just in time to go full speed ahead. Funding came through and the Forgets began transforming their 1,000 sq. ft. garage. “We used beams and barnboard from a building on our property that came down to accommodate for parking,” Cindy says. Recycling and shopping locally played an important role in their renovations. While the store brings in local traffic, Bee Glo has generated interest across Canada. Its growing popularity comes with the knowledge that beeswax is a healthy alternative to the standard paraffin wax candles. “Once I learned the difference between paraffin and beeswax, it became evident to me what I had to do,” says Cindy. “When you start becoming aware of your environment, you start to make conscious choices for your body, your being and your family.” Beeswax emits a negative ion when burned, cleaning the air and calming the inner senses. Its non-toxic base not only sweetens the room with the pure scent
are showcased in the store, along ciate, heal or just be. Conversation flows easily in with a range of unique merchandise which inspires the Cindy’s Candle Accessories. Cincustomer to play, learn, appre- dy smiles as she talks about their customers. “There is always an exchange any time a customer comes through the door. I’m not necessarily talking purchases. Conversation is priceless. We learn as much from our customers as they do from us. It’s important that we listen. The customers’ needs are important to us.” Also available at Cindy’s Candle Accessories – local honey, candle accessories, Himalayan rock salt products, musical instruments a (variety of drums, didjeridoos, rainsticks, strumstick, percussion, etc.), educational toys, inspirational books, CDs, DVDs, tarot and oracle cards/kits, Tibetan and quartz crystal singing bowls, jewellery, rocks, minerals, fossils, crystals, Woodstock chimes, fairies, angels, banners, leather journals, scarves and more. Don’t let the name misguide you: Cindy’s Candle Accessories Norm Forget pours beeswax into moulds, creating sweet-smelling is ... So Much More Than A Candle D001799487 Store. candles.
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hen it’s time for you to consider retirement living, there is a place right in town that feels like home. Carleton Place Manor on Arthur Street is waiting for you to make that transition to your retirement living needs. The amenities and services offered at Carleton Place Manor are impressive and enticing. More importantly, the residents there seem happy. Not just content or satisfied that their needs are being met, but actual happiness and laughter that comes with the lifestyle at Carleton Place Manor. Mornings after breakfast are filled with social time. Entering the coffee room, one can’t help but notice the small groups of seniors sitting together, talking animatedly while drinking a hot beverage and nibbling a pastry over great conversation. What makes Carleton Place Manor any different from other retirement residences? “It feels like home,” former military man and resident Adrien French says. “It’s so friendly here. It’s impossible not to make new friends when you live here.” His wife, Harriett, agrees. “Everybody here is your friend. You can’t walk down the hall anywhere without being greeted by another resident or the staff members.
The back courtyard at Carleton Place Manor. It’s a real sense of community here,” she says. Today’s seniors are more motivated and more active than ever before. Seniors have very high expectations of quality, care, service and value for their money. Carleton Place Manor is committed to keeping its residents happy. Carleton Place Manor is all about choices. “New residents are free to choose
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It is amazing, the satisfying life I’ve found here.” The staff members at Carleton Place Manor are dedicated to the importance of empowering their residents to maintain their independent lifestyle for as long as they can. In their best efforts to assist and guide, they offer an Independent Living program that includes the services of round-the-clock emergency call systems; dietary and nutritional counselling; in-house physiotherapy; nursing assessment and consultation; personal laundry facilities; leisure activities including a billiards and games room; weekly housekeeping; daily meals; café snacks refreshments and a wellness program. Carleton Place Manor also offers short-term, respite and convalescent care stays that include furnished suites with cable TV and telephone, 24-hour staffing, medication, administration; rehab programs, delicious meals and snacks, and a full social activities calendar. Also offered are hotel stays for your out-of-town visiting guests, who will be welcomed and pampered by the endearing staff. Visit the Carleton Place Manor at 6 Arthur St. in Carleton Place. Their phone number is 613-253-7360. Their website is www.kingswayarms.com.
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The BIA is behind some of Lanark County’s largest and most unique events, including the annual Maskeraid Halloween Parade, Bridge Street Bazaar, Lambs Down Park Festival and Santa Claus parade. McOrmond, who has been behind the creation and/or growth of many events, said it is an incredible feeling to see the community enjoy and benefit from the events. While the goal is to provide entertainment for residents and visitors, many events, such as the local parades, support the Lanark County Food Bank. According to the BIA, thousands of pounds of food and dollars have been collected throughout the years. McOrmond, who is the longest-running BIA co-ordinator, said one of the draws to working for the BIA is the chance to work with the community and meet new people. “I am the type of person who likes to be challenged,” she said. “I’ve always had a passion for working in the community, which is what drew me to the job in the first place.” For information about the BIA and upcoming events, visit downtowncarleton D001799491 place.ca.
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Since the downtown core is “the heart of the community,” the BIA is always looking for new ways to promote the area. “My hope is that visitors know they are welcome,” said McOrmond. “In the downtown, we want you to have a positive, warm and friendly experience.” Each year, the BIA, with the help of the town, decorates Bridge Street with LED lights to add some colour to the winter season. This year, in partnership with Communities in Bloom and Arts Carleton Place, a total of 74 three-foot tall-handpainted wooden mittens will decorate downtown when the lights are hung, from mid-November to the beginning of March. “Everything for the project has been donated,” said McOrmond, from the wood to the cutting, decorating and hanging of the mittens on lamp standards. Local artists and students volunteered to paint each mitten, creating unique designs that are relevant throughout the winter season. “I have seen the mittens. It’s so amazing how much work has gone into this,” said McOrmond. “No two are the same.” In the summer months, hanging baskets and planters add a fresh touch to the main street.
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The 2011 BIA Santa Claus parade, which is one of the biggest holiday parades in Lanark County, will return to Carleton Place on Saturday, Nov. 26, kicking off at 5 p.m. The parade is one of the many community events which has grown substantially in recent years, benefiting spectators and the local food bank.
fter seven years with the Carleton Place Business Improvement Area (BIA), Cathie McOrmond is still constantly learning and enjoying new challenges in her job. From organizing community events to business attraction and retention, co-ordinator McOrmond said the rewards of working with new and existing business people in the town are incredible. “It’s a great feeling, speaking with people with a passion for what they do,” she said. “And I enjoy seeing their success.” McOrmond describes the BIA as an organization that lobbies for the downtown. While she spends a substantial amount of time creating, organizing and promoting community events, the BIA is “much more,” she said. “One of our goals is to fill 33 per cent of the empty spaces (in the downtown core) each year,” she said. “And we are already at that goal for 2011.” The success of the organization as a whole can be attributed to partnering with individuals and groups, such as the town, business owners, community groups and volunteers. “We really do have a strong link…and are open to shared partnerships,” said McOrmond. “We all work in a supportive manner.”
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For a little taste of France, visit the Mill Street Crepe Company This month’s menu features crepes as you’ve never imagined them. Choose from five savoury crepes and five sweet crepes. Savour this: Red wine-braised short ribs with oven-dried tomato, roasted root vegetables and horseradish. No? How about Don’s oven-roasted, free-range chicken and herb crepe? Would you like goat cheese and autumn squash, smoked country ham and blue cheese or seared Atlantic sea scallops in your crepe? For dessert this month, you can try the caramelized apple and sultana raisin crepe. Choices also range from Valhrona chocolate and chestnuts with Tahitian vanilla ice cream, honey-roasted Owner Gord Pike (left) and executive chef Theo Yeaman invite you to try a little taste of France at the Mill Continued on page 34 Street Crepe Company, located in Almonte.
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New look at Barnabe’s YIG will make shopping easier ou can’t help but notice the difference when you walk into Barnabe’s Your Independent Grocer at the Perth Mews Mall, 80 Dufferin St. Matthew Barnabe took ownership of the store two years ago and has been at the helm of a set of renovations designed to improve its look, offer more produce, improve energy efficiency and make it easier for customers to do their shopping. “The look is the number-one thing,” Barnabe says. “It looks so different, but we have tried to make it easier to shop. Each department has its own colour and cleaner look, and that helps everything to stand out.” With his strong background in President’s Choice and experience at various Loblaws and Real Canadian Superstores, Barnabe was able to take advantage of programs and bring a variety of new products to Perth when he first arrived, and this trend continues as the renovations create a more efficient use of space. There is more room to bring in even more of the items customers are seeking. “The Natural Values line has increased and there are new organic foods and health food supplements that we didn’t have before,” Barnabe says. In the health section there is a greater variety of cough and cold medicines and vitamins. “There are 3,000 new items in those first four aisles alone.” One of the biggest changes in the store is the upgrade and modernization of fixtures –
everything from new shelves to new refrigerators and freezers. This has made great improvements in the energy efficiency and organization of the products in the store. A more efficient layout that creates consistent aisle spacing has meant the addition of one more grocery aisle. Barnabe explains the services offered at Barnabe’s have always been there, but the new layout makes many of them more obvious. A perfect example of this is the expanded meat counter. “We have always had four fully experienced butchers on staff, but now you can see them at work,” he says, highlighting the new open area. This encourages customers to continue to take advantage of the fact they can ask for specialized cuts of meat. “We bring in fresh Canadian lamb every week and our seafood is cut in the store fresh every day,” he notes. “Just ask the butchers for what you want.” Barnabe knew the Perth area needed the expanded meat counter and made it a priority in the renovations. Seniors, he adds, often request single cuts of meat, which is more suited to their lifestyles and ensures freshness. He says it will be a boon for the tourist trade as well, when customers are seeking grilling items for the barbecue. “Everyone can get exactly what they want.” Refrigerators in the produce, bakery, dairy, meat and deli sections are all brand new, and there is a three-layer case in the produce section that stands taller
Owner Matthew Barnabe says the renovations at the store are designed to improve efficiency and to make the shopping experience better for customers. and adds more product. In the bakery, all the fixtures have been changed, but the focus continues to be on fresh-baked, instore products. “We have always baked bread fresh every day, but now we can really show it off.” The store will also be showcasing two new President’s Choice product lines. Just before Christmas, watch for PC Black Label products, which are superpremium items such as marinades and desserts with a gourmet flair. A full launch of those items will take place next year.
A second line with an interesting twist is Recipe to Riches. This is part of a competitive reality TV series on the Food Network. Each week, Canadian home cooks compete with their original recipes to become the next PC product. The winning competitor each week wins $25,000 and is eligible for a grand prize of $250,000. When the winners are announced, their product is available in stores the next day! There are seven episodes in total featuring appetizers, cakes, entrees, frozen treats, savoury pies, sweet and savoury
New products have been added to the expanded natural Improved lighting and signage are key features of the renovations at Barnabe’s. foods section in the store to meet increasing demands.
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snacks, and sweet puddings and pies. See what’s coming up at http://www.foodnetwork.ca/ontv /shows/recipe-to-riches/. Barnabe says it’s exciting to see what product will turn up as a result of the contest, and it’s a huge secret in the stores. “No one has done anything like this before.” Barnabe says many people are asking about the store’s eventual move to the property across Dufferin Street, but since that isn’t taking place in the immediate future, the renovations were undertaken at the current store. “It has been 15 years since the last renovation, which is a long time in retail years.” The changes, he adds, are not only designed to improve the shopping experience and keep people shopping locally, but it also makes it easier for the staff to keep the shelves as full as possible. Even though much has changed, many features of the store remain the same, such as the expanded hours (Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.). “Customers love the expanded store hours,” Barnabe says. Customer feedback has always been encouraged and continues to be. “We listen to the customer and try to bring in what they want,” Barnabe says. The grand reopening of the store is scheduled for Nov. 18 and will feature a ribbon cutting, product giveaways for the first 500 customers, coupons and sampling.
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he Kelly’s name has been a fixture in Perth for decades, and it continues to evolve! Ownership of Kelly’s Floral Market, Home Decor and Gifts at 63 Gore St. E. changed in September as the business passed from Cathie McCabe to Pascale Mapleston, but familiar faces are there to help. “We are working on having a nice mix of what was great about Kelly’s before while adding some contemporary ideas,” Mapleston says. Flowers have always been a big part of the business and will continue to be a key focus, she says. From baskets to bouquets that can complement any occasion, the community has long turned to the gorgeous creations Pascale Mapleston, the new owner of Kelly’s Floral Market, Home Decor and Gifts, is adding contemporary from Kelly’s. One of the new features is a touches to the great classics offered at the store.
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gourmet section that highlights local and Ontario food products. “This is a great gift for men. Men are really getting into cooking and this section has the addition of high-end gourmet products.” There are some unique and spicy items to create gourmet baskets for your special guy. Kelly’s offers some suggestions, but give them a budget and they can create something beautiful with yummy sauces, condiments and unique kitchenware items that will delight. How about setting it up in a gorgeous stoneware dish instead of a basket? Kelly’s is also offering naturalbased body product lines and is aiming to include local items. One line is olive oil based. Continued on page 34
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ody Graphics Tattoo is celebrating conception. Politicians, doctors, nurses, Brown’s heritage, complete with king- them. I wouldn’t want anyone else.” Virtually any image can be made into its 25th anniversary in Carleton moms…. “It doesn’t matter. There is no fishers, a crown and even butterflies, as it Place this year. longer a stereotype for tattoos or the tells a story of what “Nan” meant to this a tattoo, and the artistry is detailed and business owner and single mom of four rich. Formerly on Charles Street, the business people who get them,” says Peter. “We have more colour options because moved to a prime location on Bridge For Maxine Brown of Carleton Place, children. Weir is a little less inked – but now has we mix our own ink,” Peter says. “Nothing Street just last year. It’s the perfect corner there’s nothing like a fun-filled afternoon location for this “spectator sport.” with her best friend, Laurie Weir, getting nine. Each one tells a separate story: new is prepackaged. We control everything beginnings, memorial tribute, birth signs, about our product, which widens the range The shop has a few vintage Koken chairs inked. to complete a barbershop atmosphere. The “Laurie and I come here often – I think and one just for fun. of choices considerably.” “It’s addictive,” says Weir, an editor wide-open space, friendly banter among we’re two of his most-inked gals,” she Finding a good reason to get a tattoo is the artists, and stacks of design books will says with a laugh, as she shows off her for a local newspaper. “I got my first between you and your skin. have you lost in the zone of choosing a right arm, which is a tribute to her late one in Prince Edward Island more than “Remember that you have to considdesign that’s right for you. grandmother. The sleeve work depicts 10 years ago. Pete’s done the rest of er it a permanent decision,” Rocky says. Why would you get a tattoo? “It used to be you could spin “Well, why wouldn’t you?” around and point to a design on asks Peter McDonald, owner the wall and be satisfied with and artist, who has tattooed that. But now, there’s a story clients in their 80s – some of behind every tattoo chosen, whom are first-timers. just as there is a story behind Body Graphics Tattoo boasts the person who chooses it.” more than 80,000 custom and Supreme talent in artistry is fine-line designs to choose also crucial in their business. from. More than 250 fonts give a Repairs on “regrettable tats” client even more choices. are easily fixed. “Lots of our It’s a family business, with work is repair work,” Peter second-generation designer says. “Even though tattoos are Rocky McDonald tattooing permanent, there are ways to alongside his dad. fix or cover previous work.” “Growing up around tattooing Whatever the reason behind and having a talent for the art a tattoo, the experts at Body made it a natural decision to Graphics Tattoo can help make follow my dad,” says Rocky, your experience an enjoyable who starting piercing at age 15. one. The air-driven tattoo maStop by and visit any of the chines enable the artists to talented artists in Peter or create their designs with a little Rocky McDonald, Frank Paqless pain. uette or Johnny Mannoussos. “Sure there’s pain,” Peter Body Graphics Tattoo is locatsays. “(But) it’s based on the ed at 120 Bridge St. in Carsensitivity of the skin where leton Place. Give them a call you want your tattoo. The more at 613-257-4312. exposure the skin has, the less Appointments are encourit will hurt,” he says. aged, but drop-ins are welcome. Think forearm versus the Find them on Facebook for underside of the arm. a fantastic portfolio at www. Tattoos aren’t just for bikers Body Graphics Tattoo in Carleton Place welcomes any questions and wants to make your experience enjoyable. facebook.com/bodygraphics anymore, as may be a mis- From left: Rocky McDonald, Frank Paquette, Peter McDonald and Johnny Mannoussos. tattoocp.
For a little taste of France, visit the Mill Street Crepe Company Continued from page 31 figs and port reduction to Fulton’s maple delight with maple butter, banana, brandyspiced cream and maple syrup. For the timid-of-crepe, they also offer a traditional melted butter, cinnamon, brown sugar and lemon. Will you ever look at crepes the same way? The Mill Street Crepe Company also offers daily fresh soups and daily fresh Martin St. Edibles Organic Greens salads, as well as non-crepe desserts. There are two beers available, and coffee is made by the cup. You can have a wonderful, gastronomically pleasing meal at the Crepe Company. From main course to dessert, lunch or dinner, it’s an Almonte destination eatery. Pike, owner of the property that used to house the Almonte IGA, renovated the space into a small indoor mall with skylights that various businesses now call home. The Mill Street Crepe Company is one of them. “It’s always been a dream of mine to have a local creperie,” Pike says.
“When I met Theo, everything clicked and the dream became a reality.” Yeaman has a strict philosophy on food. “I focus on using the best ingredients available while treating them with care and proper technique,” Yeaman says. “You don’t have to do too much when the ingredients are the best they can be.” Everything is made on the premises daily. The Mill Street Crepe Company uses local farmers, butchers, foragers and businesses whenever possible. “I believe it is very important to support the community while being eco-friendly,” Yeaman says. “Keeping production costs down allows us to maintain lower menu prices.” Visit the Mill Street Crepe Company at 14 Mill St. in Almonte. Their hours are Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dinner is served Thursday through Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. Visit their website at www.millstreet crepecompany.com.
Kelly’s continues to be a shopping destination in Perth Continued from page 33 In terms of dinnerware, there are many beautiful contemporary items that have been selected because they would fit into any kitchen or dining room. “We’re stepping up our home decor area with accent pieces,” Mapleston adds. “That way you can add accents without having to change your whole look.” Another highlight is the jewellery and scarf line. “If you are looking for something for your girlfriend or wife, we have very nice items that are reasonably priced.” Luxurious silk scarves in an array of colours and designs await! Be sure to check out the Lampe Berger products, which have become a classic wedding gift item. “Only a certain number of dealers are carrying these,” Mapleston says of the air diffuser lamp collection that features a range of wonderful scents. A selection of candles and decorative holders are among the range of beautiful gift items that continues to expand, and
another section of the store offers wall coverings and reasonably priced curtains, and it is growing. The store is continuing the tradition of having beautiful art to complement your home. “We are trying to promote a nice mixture of local items with affordability.” In the winter, Kelly’s will be offering a series of workshops on specific topics, such as decor and design. Mapleston adds Kelly’s has a great package for weddings. If a couple orders their flowers at Kelly’s they will receive 25 per cent off other items, such as jewellery for the bridesmaids or albums. Kelly’s continues to be a supporter of organizations and charities in the community, adding beautiful touches to special events and more. For more information, contact Kelly’s at 613-267-7065 or check out this great shopping destination in the heart of Perth for yourself – the store is open daily.
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Tri-Valley conservation awards open for nominations tion of filling in and submitting the form online or downloading the form for submission by mail or fax. “The Tri-Valley Conservation Awards are one of the top environmental prizes in the three watersheds gaining in prestige and honour as each year passes,� said Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation chair Jason Kelly. “We are very proud of all our nominees and look forward to learning more about all of the exceptional voluntary work going on out there in the watersheds.� The tri-valley area covers 12,000 square kilometers, representing a huge chunk of Eastern Ontario from Bon Echo Park to Carleton Place, Pakenham and Perth through Ottawa, Smiths Falls, Kemptville, Winchester, Chesterville, Casselman to Plantagenet. More than 700,000 people benefit from the voluntary environmental leadership of local businesses, communities, schools and families who work to sustain the health of the watersheds.
BECKWITH – Beckwith has returned with its annual calendar project, with 2012 calendars now on sale. The calendar is now well enough known that local photographers submit enough photographs to fill the calendar, said Beckwith Reeve Richard Kidd. The calendar features photos by Jeff Gilbert, Brent Thomas, Stephen Mayne, June McEwen, Gail Brown, Katie Mulligan and Dennis Butler. It also has several historical submitted photos, including a photo from June 1964 of the Township’s first fire department. There is a subcommittee that Photo by Brier Dodge chose which photos will run, and Beckwith Township Reeve Richard Kidd and executive assistant/ecofor which month. nomic coordinator Cassandra McGregor hang a copy of the Beckwith The township uses calendars as a way to help community groups 2012 calendar on Kidd’s office. raise money. The calendars, sold at a cost Ashton United Church, St. Paul’s ies, and they will be sold “until of $10, return $5 to the township United Church in Franktown, St. they’re all gone.� Kidd said that they not only and let the community groups James Anglican Church in Frankton, the Beckwith Fire Depart- make excellent Christmas gifts, keep the other $5. However, all calendars sold at ment, the Queensway West Com- but something great to send to the township office return $10 munity Association, the Ashton former Beckwith residents who to the township to offset costs Community Association and no longer live there. “My mother sends it to my if there are any unsold by the Beckwith Youth Commitbrother in China, and my sister tee. calendars. The print run was 1,000 cop- in Calgary,� he said. The calendar is being sold at
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Nominations are now being accepted for the fourth annual Tri-Valley Conservation Awards in the Mississippi, Rideau and South Nation river valleys. The important community awards recognize and celebrate the voluntary work of ordinary people doing extraordinary things for the environment. Most often, the voluntary activities are done in the background with little fanfare and even less expectation of being recognized. Past winning projects have included tree planting, water conservation on farms, industrial innovation, municipal projects that protect water quality, teaching children about the value of stewardship and many more. In the past three years, 36 prizes have been given to residents all over the awards area. The awards committee is accepting nominations in the following categories: Primary Schools (JK-grade 6), Intermediate/High School (grades 7-12), College/University, Agriculture, Community/Lake Groups, Individuals/Family Groups, Business and Municipalities. There are three new lifetime conservation achievement awards this year for the three river valleys. In addition, the awards committee will accept nominations from anywhere within an entire municipality that is at least partly within one of the three local Conservation Authorities. Nominations will be accepted until 4:30 pm, Thursday, March 1. Winners will be announced and recognized at the Tri-Valley Conservation Awards Gala at the Rideau Valley Conservation Centre in Manotick April 18. This special evening of fun, food and the environment will showcase the top nominees in each category. Nomination forms are available online at www.mvc.on.ca, www.rvca.ca and www.nation. on.ca. Nominators have the op-
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Nocturnal guests focus of next naturalists lecture CATHY KEDDY, MVFN Program Chair
The Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists’ (MVFN) public lecture series, Trends in Fauna and Flora, continues Thursday, Nov. 17 with the third presentation, ‘Flying Squirrels - Nocturnal Aviators’. You do not need to be an expert to enjoy the presentations - just possess a curiosity or appreciation for wild nature. Cottagers, hunters, fishermen, canoeists, hikers, campers, artists and seasoned field naturalists alike will find something to interest them as we explore what lives in Lanark County and how best to protect it for future generations. Refreshments are offered at each lecture. This month’s lecture will be presented by Dr. Jeff Bowman from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and also an adjunct professor at Trent University. He has studied flying squirrel ecology in Ontario for years, looking at genetics, habitats, boundary dynamics, population density, and landscape patchworks. Dr. Bowman’s presentation will give us an opportunity to become familiar with these rarely seen relatives of the familiar chipmunk, red squirrel and grey squirrel. There are over 40 species of flying squirrels in the world, including the Asian giant flying squirrels, woolly flying squirrels (Pakistan), Winston Churchill’s flying squirrel (Sumatra), dwarf and hairy-footed flying squirrels (southeast Asia), complex-toothed flying squirrel (China), and pygmy flying squirrels (Malaysia). Just two species are found in North
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A southern flying squirrel foraging at night, caught by a remote, infra-red camera.
America - the northern and southern flying squirrel. Both species are thought to have migrated to our continent across the Bering land bridge, but at different times. The evidence lies in the nature of the baculum (a small bone that supports the penis and facilitates mating). The baculum of the northern flying squirrel is structurally much closer to that of an Asian genus of flying squirrels than to that of the southern flying squirrel. Northern flying squirrels typically are found in coniferous or mixed forests, while the southern flying squirrel occurs in deciduous and mixed forests. Both species rely on cavities in large trees and are sensitive to forest fragmentation. Thus they are used as indicator species of forest habitat quality in many regions of North America. Lanark County is home to both kinds of flying squirrels, which are active only at night. Have you ever seen a flying squirrel? In the winter months, I often see them at my bird feeder. A violentlyrocking feeder on a still winter night is the tip-off. Closer inspection reveals a pair of flying squirrels which appear to be in constant motion, darting from tree to feeder and back again, their large eyes glowing in the house lights. So how can you tell these two squirrels apart? Southern individuals have a smaller body size than a chipmunk, while the northern ones are larger than this striped relative. Southern flying squirrels (20-25 cm long) have grey brown fur on top with darker flanks and are a cream color underneath. Northern flying squirrels (25 to 37 cm long) have light brown or cinnamon fur above with greyish flanks and are whitish underneath. Still not sure? Come to the lecture and see them up close. Flying squirrels are fascinating. Depending on the wind and take-off height, they can glide for 50 metres or more. A skin membrane, called the patagium, is stretched between their relatively long front and rear legs, allowing them to sail from tree to tree. While airborne, they can change direction with the use of their long, flat tail. These arboreal squirrels have sharp, curved claws and hind feet that can rotate 180 degrees while descending a tree. Their large eyes and long whiskers are typical of nocturnal mammals. Flying squirrels often share nests. While a nest typically houses 2-5 individuals, over 50 have been found co-habiting. Nest-sharing is important for conserving energy and maintaining body temperature in the winter, as flying squirrels do not hibernate. Many species have responded to modern climate change through shifts in their geographic range. A recent study showed that southern flying squirrels in Ontario rapidly expanded their northern range limit in response to warmer winters. This resulted in more overlap with the range of the northern flying squirrel. Not only that, but where they co-occurred, the species interbred and created fertile offspring. This was the first report of hybridization between North American flying squirrel species. Go squirrelly and learn more about
the habits, habitats, and conservation of these dynamic, flightly small mammals. Ponder their response to climate change at Dr. Bowman’s presentation at 7:30 p.m. at Almonte United Church, 106 Elgin St.
All are welcome ($5 fee for non-members). For more information, contact MVFN’s program chair Cathy Keddy at 613-2573089.
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One-act play festival coming to area Nov. 11-13 IAN DOIG Theatre News
The Eastern Ontario Drama League One-Act Play Festival is again to be held at the Studio Theatre in Perth from Nov. 11-13. Nine community theatre companies from all over eastern Ontario will present their finest short plays in three sessions Friday evening and Saturday afternoon and evening with the awards brunch taking place Sunday, Nov. 13. Tickets cost $15 per three-play session and can be ordered by calling Isabel Joyce at 613-267-7469. Back in Perth, it’s the Studio Theatre Productions again, with A Month of Sundays. This is a bitter-sweet comedy directed by Norma Cummings. Show dates are
Nov. 24, 25, 26, and Dec. 2, 3 at 8 p.m., and Nov. 27 and Dec. 4 at 2 p.m. Tickets $18 from Tickets Please (at Jo’s Clothes, 39 Foster St, Perth) or from the theatre ; please visit www.studiotheatreperth. com for full details. Also in Perth, Two Women Productions present Flying In The Dark: A Blind Woman’s Story on the Full Circle stage on Nov. 26. Kim Kilpatrick tells her story of a life of blindness -- but one full of adventure, excitement and humour. This will be the first of their 2011-2012 season of exciting internationally-acclaimed story-telling. Tickets are available through Tickets Please, Seeing we’re in the swing of things, here are a few items coming up at the beginning of December. At 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 1, 2 and 3, the young performers of
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the Perth Academy of Musical Theatre are presenting their take on that old favourite, Guys and Dolls on their stage at the Myriad Centre, followed a week later by GLEE. Tickets cost $10, and please call 613-267-9610 for more info. And The Mississippi Mudds present Alice in Wonderland at the Carleton Place Town Hall Dec. 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 4 and 10 at 2 p.m. Matinees are $15 and evening performances are $20. Tickets are available at Arts Carleton Place (613-257-2031). For more information, please visit
www.mississippimudds.ca And finally, BarnDoor Productions is preparing its Christmas show and it’s not too late to get involved. It’s David Jacklin’s original adaptation of Charles Dickens’s “other” Christmas story, The Chimes – an exciting, musical, multi-media production that is bursting with energy to be mounted in the Full Circle Theatre, BDP’s new home. For more info, please contact barndoorproductionstheatre@gmail.com
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Volunteer drivers wanted to give back to community When Jan Maydan retired in April of 2010, she wanted to volunteer her services. A connection to Thora Pugh, the president of the Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Unit of the Canadian Cancer Society, led Jan to help with data entry at the local office in Perth. “My working life was really stressful,” she explained. “I used to drive a lot for work when I lived out west, and I heard that (the Canadian Cancer Society) needed more drivers.” Maydan, who lives in Almonte, now coordinates volunteer drivers in the Mississippi Mills area, matching drivers with patients who need rides to cancer treatment in Ottawa. Jan’s husband, Mike, is a prostate-cancer survivor and also now a volunteer driver. He started in the spring, while he was still working with the federal government, and retired in September. “It’s something you can do for people who have cancer,” Jan explained. “If you know someone (who has cancer), you can’t operate on them, you can’t fix them, but you can,” she added, “help other people in the same situation.” As drivers, the Maydans have gotten to know some of the people well as they drive them to treatments. “You treat them like you hope you’d get treated in that situation,” Mike stressed, pointing out that drivers try to adjust the music, heat or air, and conversation to their passengers. “Some people are scared of cancer, too – it’s a good way to deal with it, a positive sort of way. “A lot of times, people want to have a normal conversation.” The Canadian Cancer Society is always looking for more drivers to lighten the load on the current roster of 40 drivers in the Lanark, Leeds & Grenville area, including the Maydans. New drivers take a buddy drive with an experienced driver to show them the routes and help them get accustomed to the drives. Drivers receive mileage for their trips, which changes depending on gas prices. The average trip costs the Canadian Cancer Society about $60, which is why it launched its Wheels of Hope campaign, with a goal of $25,000. At last count, the campaign was almost at
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the halfway mark. The number of drives in a week or month depends on the need, with Society drivers providing more than 3,900 rides last year. Depending on the length of treatment, drivers can stay at the hospital or drop off their passengers and leave until treatments have finished. Jan likes to visit her daughter and grandchildren in Ottawa, while other drivers go shopping or occasionally stay at the hospital through the treatment period. Drivers also make one-way trips, to take patients to the lodge where they stay for a week during treatments, and to pick up those patients at the end of a treatment. Many drivers will leave their passengers with a cellphone number to call when their appointment is finished. “The Irving Greenberg Centre at the Queensway-Carleton (Hospital) is a nice place to spend some time,” Jan noted. As a five-year cancer survivor, Mike had his own reasons for volunteering as a driver. “I felt like it was something good to return back to the system,” he said. He and Jan lived in Ottawa while he went through cancer treatments, and as a government employee, he was able to take time off. Still, he and Jan realize that many people in rural areas need the service that volunteer drivers provide. If you would like to volunteer your time to become a volunteer driver or donate money to help get a local cancer patient to their cancer treatments you can call (613) 267-1058 or 1 800 367-2913 or contribute online at www.cancer.ca/wheelsofhopeLLG. The Lanark, Leeds & Grenville Unit of the Canadian Cancer Society is pleased to partner with Metroland Media, Lake 88.1 FM and BrockNews as sponsors of Wheels of Hope. About the Canadian Cancer Society The Canadian Cancer Society is a national community-based organization of volunteers whose mission is the eradication of cancer and the enhancement of the quality of life of people living with cancer. To learn more, visit www.cancer.ca or call the bilingual Cancer Information Service, toll-free, at 1-888-939-3333.
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A night out with the kids: let them make some noise
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“I got ta go pee.” “Why is that guy talking to her?” “Is this the scary part” “Shhhhhh!” “Sorry!” For years you and your partner have been like, “Oh we really should go to the theatre more,” but then you look into the faces of those gathered around your dinner table and just decide it would be easier to rent a DVD
and stay home. It’s a familiar story: your cultural life takes a hit after you have kids. But this is where Alice in Wonderland comes to the rescue. Not only are your kids encouraged to talk during the performance, they are asked to talk back. We want to hear them ‘Boo’ every time the Red Queen walks onto the stage, or call out, “Billy!” when someone does something wrong. We want them to talk back when the Red Queen claims to be the most powerful person in Wonderland. Oh no she isn’t! We
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won’t even mind if your kids are dancing in the aisles by the end or want their picture taken with Alice or the Cheshire Cat. See that’s the great thing about a family musical like Alice; it is for the whole family. There are jokes that only the parents will understand, and there are jokes that will have your kids laughing and you groaning. There are love stories, songs, chase scenes, and some great storytelling. The music has something for everyone. From Elvis Presley’s Burning Love and Louis Arm-
strong’s Wonderful World to Lady Gaga Poker Face and Satisfaction by the Rolling Stones. The costumes are right out of a child’s imagination. They are bright, bold and over the top. And they dress a cast that is made up of some incredibly talented people from all over: Carleton Place, Perth, Almonte, Smiths Falls and Ottawa. They range in age from 6 to 70. The Mississippi Mudds have been hard at work since September to make sure that you and your family have a fantastic holiday treat. So come join Alice,
Cheshire Cat, Billy, Gladys and many more! Head over to the Arts Carleton Place office at 132 Coleman St. or call 613-257-2031. Grab your tickets for a performance on Dec. 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 7:30 p.m. or Dec. 4 or 10 at 2 p.m. Evenings cost $20 and matinees are $15. We promise you an enjoyable night out for you and your family. For more information, visit www.mississippimudds.ca. Thank you to the sponsors of the Alice Production: Giant Tiger, Riverview Seniors’ Residence and Valley Design.
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SATURDAY, NOV. 12 • 1 - 2:30 P.M. 476 Bathurst Concession 5 Rd. Hobby Farm - Looking for the perfect spot to create your dream of the country life? Look no further. Beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom stone home on ~ 97 acres of wonderful land within 7 kms of Perth. Featuring a lovely kitchen with granite counters, bamboo floor, exposed stone wall, and pellet stove, romantic loft style master bedroom. Updated upstairs 4- pc bathroom with in-floor radiant heat, walk-up attic, newer shingles/vinyl windows/furnace. Barns with 7 box stalls, hydro, water, and tack room. Steel machine shed and detached double garage. $434,900.
Move-in condition 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. Great location within walking distance of downtown Perth. Renovated kitchen and bathroom, natural gas heat, central air, and 2nd floor laundry. Very clean, great storage space, wonderful lot. Very affordable. $199,000 Your local “A” Team, Christian Allan 613-207-0834 & Norene Allan 613-812-0407
$279,000. 71 acre property backing onto the Tay River, 10 min from Perth, older 4 br farm house, updated bathroom, six open fields plus a mixture of hardwood and softwood bush, private location, L-shaped barn. MLS# 811874. Oral Pretty, 613-264-0123
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IN TOWN
HUNTINGDON GREEN CONDOMINIUM ON THE TAY RIVER - Glorious setting, convenient location close to shops, golf, restaurants, etc. 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo - no waiting for elevators - on the main level! Easy one-floor living in a gracious, prestigious building. Underground, heated parking, in suite laundry. Lovely. $359,900. Call Barbara Shepherd cell: 613 326-1361
1.5 storey three bedroom home in quiet residential area of Perth - gas heat & hot water, newer windows - separate dining room plus eat-in kitchen - main floor 2 piece bath with washer & dryer hookup single detached garage, paved drive, huge lot 50x208 feet - excellent location, close to all amenities.$225,000.
In town, 32 Lewis St., Perth. 3+ bedrooms, hardwood floors, main-floor family room, great location, single garage, back patio and many upgrades. $269,000.
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OUT OF TOWN - RIVERDALE
OUT OF TOWN
OUT OF TOWN
Lovely 3+2 bedroom, 3 bathroom bungalow in Riverdale subdivision midway between Perth and Smiths Falls. Wonderful decor with hardwood and ceramic flooring, cherry cabinetry in kitchen and living room with cathedral ceiling and stone fireplace surround, and beautifully finished lower level with walk-out. Pretty lot, quiet cul-de-sac, ~149 feet of river frontage on the Tay. $389,000. Your local “A” Team, Christian Allan 613-207-0834 & Norene Allan 613-812-0407
$319,000. Custom built, hand-crafted Scandinavian style log home on 4 private acres, 3 year old 3 br, 2 bath home with radiant flooring and cozy woodstove in the living room, large country kitchen, hickory cabinets, large main floor master, full-length covered verandah, only one hour to Ottawa or Kingston. MLS# 809868. Oral Pretty, 613-264-0123
$115,000. Why rent when you can own this cute 2+1 br home in Lanark Highlands, nice 1-acre lot, bright renovated kitchen with one-year-old appliances, refinished floors, cozy woodstove in sun room, quick closing available. MLS# 799632. Oral Pretty, 613-264-0123
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AT LAST! Great opportunity to move into one of Perth’s most desirable neighbourhoods! 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, lovingly cared-for bungalow on a quiet cul-de-sac. Numerous upgrades e.g. roof, windows, gas fireplace, etc. Gorgeous lot with mature trees/hedge. $244,900 Your local “A” Team, Christian Allan 613-207-0834 & Norene Allan 613-812-0407
RIVERFRONT RURAL - PERTH
469 Christie Lake Road, Perth - Beautifully set, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom brick home with ~ 140 feet of frontage on the Tay River. Newer shingles and propane furnace, double attached garage, fully finished basement, and only 3 kms from town. $330,000. Buyer incentive: $8000.00 redecorating bonus on closing. Completely finished lower level with separate entrance has great rental, home business, or B&B potential.
Your local “A” Team, Christian Allan 613-207-0834 & Norene Allan 613-812-0407 OUT OF TOWN
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BURGESSWOOD - Planned community with 200 acres of recreational land and 4000 feet of gorgeous waterfront on Otty Lake for residents of BurgessWood. Only 10 minutes to Perth.
$314,900. Terrific 5-year-old family home shows like new, 3 br, 2 bath, main-floor laundry, hardwood floors throughout, propane fireplace, double attached garage, central air, high speed, 2 acre lot, move-in condition. MLS# 778246. Oral Pretty, 613-264-0123
$315,000. Very private 5 br, brick home on 100 treed acres, hardwood floors, stained glass windows in dining and living rooms, large master br, original wood trim, baseboards, plate rail, cozy woodstove, cherry cabinets, 1000 sq.ft. barn with loft, Quonset hut, numerous inclusions. MLS# 807666. Oral Pretty, 613-264-0123
Pretty as a picture house and property - tucked behind the trees for privacy. 3 bedrooms in total with den and family room. Walkout lower level - large windows, great light. Huge screened in porch for summer relaxing. Detached double car garage and workshop for the handyman. $354,900. Call Barbara Shepherd Cell - 613 326-1361 www.124LakewoodRoadPerth.com
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$65,000. 20 acre building lot with 900 feet road frontage, mixed hardwood, an ideal spot to build your dream home with privacy and to enjoy nature, only 20 min. to Perth, survey on file, quiet country road. MLS# 811866. Oral Pretty, 613-264-0123
10+ acres on Hwy. 509. Hydro at road, K&P Trail close by. About 2600 ft. on the road - Entrance near the most southerly boundary. Used as recreational/ hunting property by the current owner. $29,900. Call Barbara Shepherd Cell – 613 326-1361
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$529,000. Shawenegog Lake, near Plevna. Excellent privacy on 197ft clean waterfront with gradual entry, shelf rock bottom. Custom built 1.5 story, 3bdrm, 2bth home. Open concept lower level with stunning lake views. Low maintenance home. 2 car detached garage. All on a level, South-West facing lot. 2+/- acres. A must see! Janice Hastie-Waugh 613-283-5435. $219,900. Enjoy your summers or year round living in this 3 bdrm, open concept cottage/home on a spacious level lot w/ 125ft frontage on Dalhousie Lake. Great fishing and beautiful sunsets await you. Large 3 season screened in porch, 34 x 14ft garage & two sheds. Upgrades. Wildlife at your backdoor. Vicki Behn-Belland 613-257-8856.
$190,000 Reduced from $199,900. Enjoy country living close to town 15 mins to Carleton Place, Perth, and Smiths Falls. Cozy and bright, open concept 3 bdrm home w/ walkout basement and wraparound deck. Above ground pool, storage sheds. New septic bed, oil tank, HWT, WETT certified woodstove. Vicki Behn-Belland 613-257-8856.
THREE new lots on Richmond Road. East of Franktown in Beckwith. Easy commute to Ottawa with all the benefits of country living. Lot A: $90,000 with 11.43 acres. Lots B and C: $72,000 each. Lot B: 3.63 acres. Lot C: 2.24 acres. Great location to build your family home. Janice Hastie-Waugh 613-283-5435.
$65,000. Gardiner Shore Road, Deeded Access to Mississippi Lake. Level building lot on dead-end cottage road, 1/2 hr to downtown Ottawa, minutes to Carleton Place. West-facing lake view. Minute’s stroll to deeded access park & excellent swimming. Janice Hastie-Waugh 613-283-5435.
$39,500 Reduced from $42,500. A beautiful view of Calabogie Lake and Calabogie Ski Hill atop of this lovely lot, what better place for a year round home or cottage! Deeded access to Calabogie Lake. Vicki Behn-Belland 613-257-8856.
“Don’t Make A Move Without Me” Go Jump in the Lake! $285,000
• 2 bedroom cottage on Big Crosby Lake • Enjoy swimming & all water sports • Lake-long, southerly view • Large, screened porch & spacious Bunkie • $285,000
$424,000
Magnificent Nautical Sunsets! • 3 bdrm, 2 bath recreational home on Wolfe Lake • Cedar-lined sun room • Fully finished, walk-out lower level • 1 1/2 car insulated garage • $424,000
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• 4 season recreational home • 3 bedrooms, 2 baths • Sun room & multi-level deck • Insulated detached garage/workshop • $385,000
• 4 bedroom, 2 bath year round home • On Westport Sand Lake • Above ground pool • Detached garage • $229,000
• Double your fun with 2 cottages • On lovely, quiet Sand Lake • Swimming, fishing, & water sports • Rest, relax & enjoy the private property • $299,000
• Pristine, private 200 ft waterfront • Fish, swim, boat on the Rideau Waterway • Recreational home, 5 bdrms, 2 1/2 baths • $649,000
$215,000
Swim at the Front, Golf at the Rear! • Older classic cottage, on Wolfe Lake • Exceptional waterfront • Westerly exposure • 2 bdrms & 1 bath • $215,000
$339,000
Appreciate the Countryside! • 50 acre hobby farm • Renovated farmhouse, 4 bdrms, 2 baths • Log barns & outbuildings • 2 car garage with workshop, $339,000
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MISSISSIPPI MILLS – The Mississipi Mills Chamber of Commerce has announced their award nominees for the 2011 business awards. There were five nominees in each of the three categories: creativity and innovation, community involvement, and economic contribution. “We received nominations for great businesses and organizations from all sectors of the community including retail, agriculture and communications,” said Wanda Fairhurst, gala chair and presenting sponsor in a press release. “We were especially pleased to see strong representation from Pakenham as well as Almonte
and Ramsay.” The creativity and innovation award nominees are Michaela Wolfert, Emily Arbour, Robin Singleton, the Humm and Equator Coffee Roasters. In economic development, nominees are Gord Pike, Don’s Meat Market, Cedar Hill Berry Farm, Lowe’s Day Care and The Hub. The Humm and Equator were nominated again in the community involvement category, along with EMC, RBC Royal Bank and Richie and Margie Argue. The awards will be presented at the Business Awards Gala on Nov. 16 at the Almonte Civitan Hall. For more information on the awards, the chamber can be reached at 613-2567886.
SANTA SPAS Catherine Wood, owner of Mahogany Salon and Spa, stands with her daughter, Krystin, and Carol Edwards, fundraising chair for the Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital Auxiliary during the Fabulous Holiday Fashions fundraiser on Nov. 6. Funds raised at the event were donated to the auxiliary. Photo by Kassina Ryder
TAlmonte Lions Club Christmas Basket Program The Almonte Lions Club is once again asking for much needed help to meet the increasing demand for helping those less fortunate families of Mississippi Mills at this time of year. Each year at Christmas, the Almonte Lions Club provides food baskets to those families in need. The cost of these baskets is increasing each year, as is the demand for them. We are hoping that your organization, group or individuals can assist us with either a cash or non-perishable food donation. Cash donations may be left at the Almonte Sears outlet at the read of Gord Pike’s Heritage Court on Mill Street, from 10 till 5:30 Tuesday to Friday, Saturday 10 till 3. Food donations may be dropped off at the same location, or we can arrange for a Lions member to pick them up. For further information or to arrange a pickup, please call:
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Move in today, go fishing tomorrow. This home offers you the opportunity to move in and live now. 2 Km to the Ottawa River boat launch. Absolutely maintenance free for the next 20 years. Poured and insulated concrete finished basement with rec room, wet bar, cold storage, office and mud room entrance from oversized 2 car garage. Main floor boasts hardwood and ceramic floors with main floor laundry and green material custom kitchen, not to mention the large pantry for all your storage needs. Interlocking walkway and perennial gardens out front can be enjoyed from the front porch swing, or sit on the maintenance free composite deck out back and watch the turkeys and deer play in the huge back yard. Bring the kids, this home has 3 large bedrooms on main floor, 2 of which boast custom, built-in desks. Plug in the generator if the hydro goes out, or surf the high speed internet when you’re bored. Who Could Ask for more!! Call 613-432-3714 to view
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Is working with energetic, passionate people right up your alley? If so, Metroland Media Group is looking for you!
Is working with energetic, passionate people right up your alley? If so, Metroland Media Group is looking for you!
WHO ARE WE? Metroland Media, Ottawa Division, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Torstar Corporation and southern Ontario’s most trusted and respected community media source. Our digital media division, manages a network of leading community, specialty and vertical websites across Ontario reaching over 6 million unique internet users every month.
WHO ARE WE? Metroland Media, Ottawa Division, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Torstar Corporation and Ontario’s most trusted and respected community media source. Our digital media division manages a network of leading community, specialty and vertical websites across Ontario, reaching over 6 million unique internet users every month.
THE OPPORTUNITY As we continue to expand our successful digital sales initiatives, we are currently seeking an energetic, talented and self-assured Manager of Digital Media to drive new business sales throughout the Ottawa region. We’re looking for a motivated leader who demonstrates a sense of urgency, without creating unnecessary chaos. The ideal candidate will have strong management experience and a proven track record for attaining outstanding results through the motivation and development of a sales team. This role requires knowledge of the digital advertising space, the competitive landscape and a solutions oriented approach to selling.
THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for New Business Acquisition Sales Representatives to sell the company’s fastest growing product - Deals4U.ca This innovative program promotes local businesses to local consumers through a special “daily deal.” You’ll use your knowledge of what’s great about our city to develop and grow the local market by securing commitments from the most desirable local households, businesses, and services including restaurants, spas, nightclubs, retailers, theaters, tourism venues, and more. This position offers salary (commensurate with experience) and generous commissions based on revenue, sales targets and company goals
WHAT WE NEED YOU TO DO • Manage and develop a team of “hunters” who are exclusively focused on generating new business/clients • Utilize your expertise to maximize revenue and develop strategies to ensure superior execution from your team • Consistently monitor team performance relative to targets and adjust plans accordingly to ensure that targets are achieved • Mentor your team and strive to make them better; we expect them to continually improve as a result of your expert leadership • Work through obstacles/objections with your team members, while ensuring superior customer satisfaction at all times • Ongoing reporting, tracking and forecasting
WHAT WE NEED YOU TO DO • Develop and cultivate leads using multiple sources including cold calling and door-todoor prospecting • Continuously set up face-to-face meetings with qualified prospects (15-20 appts. per week) to present our marketing solutions • Generate compelling proposals for potential advertisers, demonstrating how our programs will meet their business needs • Explore and exhaust all possible leads to ensure that we don’t miss out on any opportunities • Maximize advertising revenues by acquiring prospect commitment • Address customer requests/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner, ensuring superior client satisfaction at all times • Consistently meet and/or exceed monthly, quarterly and annual targets
ABOUT YOU • A track record of successfully driving revenue, with a focus on acquiring new business • Previous experience in a sales leadership role, with preference given to with digital advertising sales experience • Demonstrated ability to coach and develop successful “hunters” • Top notch presentation/communication skills, with a natural ability to build positive relationships • Extensive knowledge of the local digital media/advertising landscape • Highly skilled in all Microsoft Office applications, with expert knowledge of Excel
ABOUT YOU • Proven track record as a hunter, exclusively focused on acquiring new clients and converting new business leads • Previous sales experience, with preference given to those with digital advertising sales experience • Top notch presentation/communication skills, with a natural ability to build positive relationships with potential clients • Extensive knowledge of the local digital media/advertising landscape • Sound knowledge of sales and marketing practices • Highly skilled in all Microsoft Office applications
STUFF THAT’S NOT ON A RESUME • Type-A personality, highly competitive, self-motivated and driven by results • A confident and influential leader with the ability to motivate and inspire • Proactive and optimistic, with a “can do” attitude • Can be decisive and demonstrate timely decision making, often under complex and demanding circumstances • Energized by deadlines/pressure with a passion for exceeding targets • A believer in digital media, where it is today and where it’s going
STUFF THAT’S NOT ON A RESUME • Type-A personality, highly competitive, self-motivated and driven by results • A hunter mentality, with the confidence and drive to excel at generating and closing new business • Highly motivated by monetary incentives • Extremely ambitious with an outstanding work ethic and unprecedented drive for immediate results • Energized by deadlines/pressure with a passion for exceeding targets • A believer in digital media, where it is today and where it’s going
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? • The opportunity to be part of a company at the cutting edge of the digital media industry; you’ll never get bored in our fast-paced, constantly evolving and challenging environment. • We’ve got your health in mind; you’ll get a comprehensive benefits package, including 4 weeks vacation and a group RRSP plan • The sky’s the limit; our uncapped commission plan provides unlimited earning potential • The opportunity to work with other talented and awesome people Looking for your next career challenge? If so, Metroland Media Group is the place to be!
Looking for your next career challenge? If so, Metroland Media Group is the place to be!
Interested candidates are requested to forward their resume, cover letter and salary expectations to john.willems@metroland.com Please reference “Manager, Digital Media” in the subject line.
Interested candidates are requested to forward their resume, cover letter and salary expectations to josh.max@metroland.com. Please reference “New Business Acquisition Representative” in the subject line.
Metroland is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Metroland is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? • The opportunity to be part of a company at the cutting edge of the digital media industry • Ongoing development and opportunities for advancement • We’ve got your health in mind; you’ll get a comprehensive benefits package, including 3 weeks vacation and a group RRSP plan • The sky’s the limit; our uncapped commission plan provides unlimited earning potential • The opportunity to work with other talented and awesome people
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way of saying “thank you” to the many families who have shown confidence in us since we came to Almonte in 1973. Some families are unable to visit this book on the anniversary of the death of those they love. For this reason we are proud to publish these names weekly as our way of saying...“We Remember”.
10th 1979 - Command, Lawrence “Larry” 1994 - Fortin, Margaret Wilhelmina 1999 - Pimblett, Richard 2007 - Tosh, Mervin Clark 2008 - Coady, Alma Mary
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Just inside the main entrance of the C.R. Gamble Funeral Home is a book of remembrance. Each day we turn a page in the book. The names of those we have served are inscribed on that date along with the year in which they passed away. It is our way of honouring and remembering a life that was lived. It is also our
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Registered Practical Nurse Van Horne Manor, SMITHS FALLS This full-time opportunity with our retirement residence calls for an enthusiastic, self-motivated RPN, registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario, who is a co-operative team player, and holds current rst aid and CPR certi cates. This position involves working various shifts. Please e-mail your resume, in con dence, to Donna Harrison, Administrator/Director of Care, at dharrison@chartwellreit.ca. To learn more, please visit www.chartwellreit.ca. Thank you for your interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. Respect • Empathy • Service Excellence • Performance • Education • Commitment • Trust
Curtis Cyril Patrick Lee A graduate of Carleton Place High School and Colby Village Elementary School and an Afghan War Veteran. Curtis received his Bachelor of Engineering with Distinction Aerospace in June 2011. Curtis is currently working in Montreal as an engineer and continues to be a reservist in the Canadian Military. Congratulations, Dad, Mom, Tom and Marie
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11th 1979 - Wilson, William Scott 1988 - Van Dusen, Gordon Richard 2008 - Ayotte, Shawn Ronald
14th 1973 - Hinchberger, Maude 1985 - More, Elizabeth “Betty” 1989 - Gilmour, Florence Kathleen 1996 - Crites, Donald Robert 2000 - D’Aoust, Rollande Marie 2005 - Phillips, John Mervyn 2009 - Bellamy, Margaret Isabell 15th 1973 - Metcalfe, Henry R. “Harry” 1989 - Hill, Clifford Merrill 2007 - Rivington, Diana Joan 2007 - Vaughan, James Gerald 2009 - Prosser, Pauline Caroline
12th 1995 - Wark, Ivan Virgin 2000 - Wark, Melville Lewis 2000 - Steele, Mamie 2001 - MacDonald, John Joseph E. “Jack” 2009 - Faust, Georgette Isabelle
16th 1980 - Jones, Robert Lorne 1986 - Goodfellow, John Victor “Vic” 2003 - McIntosh, Alice Elizabeth 2007 - Plouffe, Ronald Omer
13th 1983 - Washburn, Durward “Slip” 1992 - Boal, Marion Jeanette
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COLE, Delbert Johnathan Passed away peacefully at his home on November 8, 2011. Delbert Cole of Carleton Place, in his 79th year. IN MEMORIAM
KALLIES, ALFRED In memory of a great man, ALFRED KALLIES, who passed away November 16, 2005. It’s hard to believe You are no longer here. We think of you; You feel so near. In some small way, Every single day, Memories of you come our way. Missed by all and never forgotten, the Kallies family
Beloved husband and best friend to the late Vera. Sadly missed by his six children David (Cathy), Leo (Karen), Larry (Darlene), Pansy (John), Jammie (Tina), and Lyle (Valerie). Proud “Poppa” of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Pre-deceased by his three sons Brian, Tom, and Brent. Lovingly remembered by many relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church St., Almonte, Ontario. 613-256-3313
On Thursday, November 10, 2011 from 12pm to 2pm. Memorial Service the same day in the Chapel at 2pm. Inurnment to follow at Auld Kirk Cemetery. Reception at the Almonte Legion-Branch 240. In lieu of flowers donations in Delbert’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com
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Peacefully in hospital at Almonte with her family at her side on Wednesday, November 2, 2011.
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Wendy Taylor of Almonte, age 66 years.
Elizabeth was a proud and devoted mother and wife, whose focus in life was her family and their well being.
Cherished and dearly loved daughter of the late Fredrick & Jean Taylor. Sadly missed by her brother Scov. (Bev) of Almonte. Proud aunt of Kristine (Adam) McNamara of Kemptville and Melanie (Dan) Bartley of St. Catharines.
She passed away peacefully with her family by her side, at the Carleton Place Hospital, on Saturday October 29, 2011 at the age of 95. Predeceased by her husband Albert. Loving mother of Susan Musselman (Lorne) of Carleton Place and Colleen Robazza (late Lino) of Kanata. Proud grandmother of Kristin (Shane) and Kevin (Katrina). Great-grandmother of Liam and Violet.
Friends may call at the C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL INC. 127 Church Street, Almonte, Ontario. (613)256-3313
on Friday November. 4 from 7 to 9 PM and on Saturday at the Almonte Civitan Hall from 10 AM until time of Service at 11 AM, Reception to follow.
The Funeral Visitation was at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Ave., Carleton Place on Friday November 4, 2011 from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral service Saturday in the chapel at 11:00 a.m. Interment followed at the Auld Kirk Cemetery.
A special thank you to Wendy’s Mijiwan family and the people at Life Skills, Almonte for their dedication and care of Wendy over the years. As an expression of sympathy and for those who are so inclined please consider a donation to Mills Community Support Corporation or Life Skills, Almonte.
For those who wish, a donation to Zion-Memorial United Church (Coleman Fund) would be appreciated by the family.
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Peacefully at the Carleton Place Hospital on Monday October 31, 2011 at the age of 77. Devoted wife of Norman Card. Loving mother of JoAnne (Chris). Cherished grandmother of Kelli. Loved sister of Joyce (Lloyd), Robert (Margaret), Stan (Stella), George (Diane) and Carol (the late Charles). Predeceased by her parents John & Donelda Hanson, her brothers Norman, Jack, Ronald and Tommy and her sisters Myrtle, Jean, Rita, Margaret and Diane. The Funeral Visitation was at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Ave., Carleton Place on Thursday November 3, 2011, from 11:00 a.m. until the funeral service in the chapel at 1:00 p.m. For those who wish, a donation to the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated.
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Barrie, Tim In hospital at Carleton Place, Ontario on Saturday, November 5, 2011, at the age of 57 years. Beloved husband of Donna. Loving father of Lisa (Isaac) Michaud, Ashley (Evan) Holmes Delahunt and Jason (Amanda). Proud grandfather of Jeffery, Braeden, Zack, Kaity and Cooper. Survived by his mother Laura Barrie (late William) and by nine sisters and brothers.
The Funeral Friends called at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place on Tuesday, November, 8, 2011 from 12 noon until time of funeral service in the chapel at 2 p.m. Interment St. James Anglican Cemetery. For those wishing to do so, donations to the Ottawa Heart Institute would be appreciated.
(nee Koritschoner) Peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, November 6th, 2011 in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Laszlo (Leslie) Menyasz. Loving mother of Peter (Joyce). Cherished Nana of Austin and Emma. Sister of Zsuzsi. Kathleen will be missed by many caring and supportive friends. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 28 Hawthorne Ave, Carleton Place on Friday, November 11th, 2011 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society. Condolences, donations or tributes may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com
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Waugh, Jaimie Kevin After a lengthy illness, in hospital at Perth, Ontario on Sunday, November 6, 2011, at the age of 47 years. Loving husband of Susan (nee McNeely). Devoted father of Jody-Anne (Derek Brown) and Brandon. Proud grandfather of Hayden and Braysen Brown. Survived by his sisters Donna Purvis (Al Reid), Ronalea Waugh and brother Allan Waugh (Sandra) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. For those wishing to do so, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Diabetes Association or the Multiple Sclerosis Society would be appreciated.
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Mary Muriel GREEN Passed away peacefully at Carleton Place Hospital Saturday, Oct. 29, 2011 in her 89th year. Muriel Green is predeceased by her mother and father, Edith and Grant McDougall of Almonte and her husbands Gordon Hill of Almonte and Harry Green of St. Catherines. Muriel will be cremated as she wished. She will be sadly missed by her only sister Mildred Wartman (late Sherman Wartman) of Kingston, and her nieces and nephew and their families. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made a charity of your choice in memory of Muriel. Condolences, tributes or donations may be made at www. tubmanfuneralhomes.com. CARLETON PLACE CHAPEL 613-257-2305
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discriminate. It has taken our brothers and sisters, our mothers and fathers, our children and our friends. Cancer is relentless. But so are we. We are the Canadian Cancer Society and we are fighting back. We have more impact against more cancers in more communities than any other cancer charity in Canada, yet there is still so much more we need to do. Cancer threatens us all. But we reject cancer’s attempts to strike the lives of so many Canadians. That’s why we promise to do everything we can to prevent cancer. We promise to save lives. And we promise to empower, inform and support those living with this disease. We fight back by funding clinical trials and research into better treatments and cures. We educate and advocate. And we encourage Canadians to volunteer and donate. To some, the daffodil is just a flower. To us, it is a symbol of strength and courage, a symbol of life. It says we will not give up. It says we will fight back. It says we will beat cancer.
The Funeral Private arrangements entrusted to the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place.
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“ You can’t quit until you try; you can’t live until you die. My loving family, you will never know just how it hurts me so, to know that I had to let go. For you see, my parents are calling me, up from Heaven High, Wanting me to be right by their side. Please don’t cry when you think of me. Just look up and smile and remember the good times. I will always watch over you.” We love you dad with all our heart and hate that we should be apart. Our love is a bond that can’t be broken. You may be gone, but never forgotten. Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glint on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain. When you wake in the morning hush, I am the swift, uplifting rush of quiet birds in flight. I am the soft starlight at night. Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there, I do not sleep. Do not stand at my grave and cry. I am not there I did not die! Roll on 18 wheeler roll on!!
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Visiting birds a sign winter is coming
LYNDA C. BENNETT Strictly for the Birds
Writing the column before the time change, American robins are still with us. Oct. 27, 28, 30, plus Nov. 1 and 2 the robins have been reported. In the Corkery area, Ray Sample has had a flock of at least 12 coming to his garden. As noted in last week’s column, red-bellied woodpeckers were seen in Pakenham. Not to be outdone, one turned up in Georgina Doe’s backyard, Carleton Place Oct. 28. Seen in the morning, then gone by noon. Eastern bluebirds have been checking out the nest boxes this fall, in Ramsay Ward, at Joyce
Clinton’s home. They may be looking for a spot to roost overnight. More bluebirds were seen by Dorice and Gary Hanes along the Beckwith trail. Also in Beckwith, at Randy Marinelli’s home, a single fox sparrow visited for three days, at the end of October. A small group of goldencrowned kinglets were feeding in the trees. A northern flicker was calling at the edge of the woods Oct. 29, while a pileated woodpecker fed on trees there. In Corkery, Ray Sample spotted a great blue heron in the
creek near Croskery Road. He had a ruffed grouse a week ago, and two possible American tree sparrows visited his yard. They are a sign that winter is coming. Georgina and I saw four of them at the feeder on Hilda Road, Shirley’s Bay last week. Ray has also had wild turkeys coming to feed in his yard. Oct. 31, Bev Relfe saw a very large eagle at the Tatlock Road and Galbraith Road intersection. From her view of it and bird books, it was a golden eagle. That same day, a pair of
adult common loons were on the water by Command Bridge, Galbraith Road, observed by Arie Piet. On Nov. 2, Arie saw a small flock of snow buntings flying over Tatlock Road. Returning home from our search for the razorbill on the Ottawa River, Georgina Doe and I stopped at the pond on Moodie Drive by the gravel pits. We were surprised to find at least 20 snow geese on the water, with 500+ Canada geese. Please call Lynda Bennett at 613-256-5013, or email: bennett@magma.ca with bird reports.
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inSPIRE Church Carleton Place Please contact us for more information! Phone: 613-552-1323 Email: inSPIREchurchCP@gmail.com Web: www.myinspirenetwork.com Pastor: Scott Ridenour St. Paul’s Anglican Church 62 Clyde St., Almonte Parish Office 613 256-1771 www.stpaulsalmonte.ca office@stpaulsalmonte.ca The Rev. Pat Martin SUNDAY WORSHIP 8:00 a.m. - Quiet traditional 9:15 a.m. - Choir and Organ 11:00 a.m. - Contemporary Praise We share a coffee hour between services at 10:30am. Come and be welcome. Almonte Presbyterian Church 111 Church St. 613.256.2184 apc@trytel.com Rev. Alison & Rev. Brian Sharpe Mr. George Stewart Organist and Choir Director Sunday 10:30am Worship Service & Sunday School Nursery care Available. ALL WELCOME! Transportation is available by calling Elford Giles 613.256.2460 Holy Name of Mary St. Mary’s Parish Almonte 613.256.1034 Father Lindsay Harrison SATURDAY MASS 4:30 p.m. SUNDAY MASS 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Children’s Litrugy, Youth Ministry, Bible Study, Prayer Circle (check website for times and programs) www.holynameofmaryparish.com St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church 28 Hawthorne Ave., CP Fr. Augustine Mendonça, 613-257-1284, 613-257-1630 MASS SCHEDULE Saturday 5pm Sunday 9am & 10:30am HANDICAP ACCESS Ottawa Valley Vineyard Church Loving God, Loving People, Having Fun When: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Where: Carleton Place High School 613-257-6045 www.ottawavalleyvineyard.ca
Cornerstone Community Church A Free Methodist Congregation (Just east of Tim Horton’s) 613.256.4995 www.cornerstone.almonte.ca SUNDAY 10:00 a.m. Worship Service & Sunday School FRIDAY 7:00 p.m. Youth Group Almonte Baptist Church 207 Reserve St. 613.256.5655 Pastor: Paul Benson www.almonte.baptistchurch.com 11 a.m. - Sunday Morning Worship Nursery Care and Junior Church Available Reformed Presbyterian Church 273 Almonte St., Almonte Services: 10 am. each Sunday 11:30 am. Sabbath School Classes Second services at: 2:00 pm. 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays. 6:00 pm. 2nd & 4th Sundays Weekly Bible Studies For Information613-256-2816 – mhdyck@rogers.com Pastor Matt Dyck The Bridge Kanata (The Wesleyan Church) 285 Didsbury Rd., Kanata (Behind Canadian Tire) 613-592-7635 www.bridgechurches.ca Sunday Worship Services: 9:00am & 11:00am Bridge Kids (ages 3- Grade 5) at both services. Nursery Care available Sr. Pastor: Rev. S. Allan Summers Pastor of Spritual Development: Rev. Dave Kornelsen Pastor of Student Ministries: Ben Margeson Director of Children’s Ministries: Lisa Summers Grace Anglican Church An Anglican Network in Canada Church You are invited to worship with us Sunday Morning @ 9:30am Clayton Community Hall Clayton Lay Pastor: Trudy Hardy 613-256-2644 www.graceanglicanchurch.ca St. George Anglican Church Clayton ON Holy Eucharist Sunday 11:30am Reverend M.E Berry 613-624-5463 All Welcome! Stgeorgechurchclayton.webs.com
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Zion-Memorial United Church 37 Franklin Street • 613-257-2133 10:30 a.m. - Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. - Sunday School Nursery FULLY ACCESSIBLE Minister: Rev. Peter W. Dahlin, B.A., M.Div. Organist: Mr. Tony Stuart WARM WELCOME TO ALL! The United Church of Canada Ashton-Munster Pastoral Charge Ashton, Munster & Prospect Sunday November 6th, 2011 Munster - 9:30am Ashton - 11:00am 613-693-1849 Rev. Matt Gallinger Everyone Welcome The Lighthouse 355 Moffatt St. 613-257-4255 Pastor: Doug Anderson W-mail: info@cplighthouse.org Web: www.cplighthouse.org Sunday Services 10am Celebration Service & Children’s Church Contact us for more information. Seventh Day Adventist Church 117 Victoria St. 613-257-5109 www.carletonplaceadventists.org Pastor: Adriaan van der Lingen 613-979-1161 SATURDAY SERVICES Sabbath School - 9:30 a.m. Divine Service - 11:00 a.m. EVERYONE WELCOME Carleton Place Baptist Church 299 Bridge St. Carleton Place 613-257-1889 Pastor: Brian Affleck Sunday School 10am Worship 11am Children’s Church provided Prayer & Bible Study Wednesday 7pm All Welcome! Handicap access Air Conditioned Almonte United Church 106 Elgin Street, Almonte Tel: 256-1355 Rev. Mary Royal Organist & Music Director: Neil Milnes 10:30 am - Sunday Worship & Sunday School • Child Care Available Website: www.almonteunited.com Email: offi ce@almonteunited.com Office Hours: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Mon-Fri. For Transportation call the office.
St. James Anglican Church 225 Edmund Street, Carleton Place, Ontario • 613.257.3178 Web site: stjamescarletonplace.org Sunday, Nov. 13th, 2011 22nd Sunday after Pentecost Remembrance Sunday 8am Holy Eucharist 10am Choral Eucharist Parade by members of Carleton Place Scouts. Church School classes in Parish Hall followed by Youth Group gathering Thursday November 17th, 2011 10am Holy Eucharist Saturday November 19th, 2011 7:30pm Concert by Ottawa Cape Breton Session, lively Celtic music. Proceeds to “Hugs for Haiti” Rector The Rev. David Andrew Assistant Curate The Rev. Carolyn Sharp Organist Mr. Ralph Langtry Choir Director Pat Grainger
Eternal Hope Anglican Church Affiliated with the Anglican Network in Canada Come, worship with us! NOVEMBER Sunday Services & Sunday School 10 am Worshipping at 117 Victoria St. Carleton Place Info: Dave Kemp, Lay Pastor 613-257-5490 www.eternalhopechurch.ca St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church 39 Bridge St. • Tel. 613-257-3133 Minister Rev. Tony Boonstra B.ED, B.TH., M.DIV. Organist and Choir Director Susan Harron Sunday Service at 10:30 a.m. The porch lamp is lit. Nursery Available Every Sunday Handicap Access Parish of Franktown & Innisville Anglican Churches Sunday Services: Rev. Laurette Glasgow 613-257-1340 St. James, Franktown 8:30 a.m. St. John’s, Innisville 10:30 a.m. All are welcome! Calvary Pentecostal Church Phone: 613 257 3484 Email: calvarychurch@sympatico.ca www.calvarycp.ca
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APPLETON - In 1942, Annie Gyles sat down for an interview to join the Canadian Women’s Army Corps. She was born in Manitoba in 1898 and trained as a nurse in Vancouver. She enjoyed lawn bowling, badminton and movies and had “attractive, graying hair,” noted the interviewer at the time. These rich details were all available from documents obtained by historian and author Glenn Wright, who specializes in First World War research. Wright gave a presentation called “Proudly She Served: Women in the Military” to the crowd at the North Lanark Regional Museum in Appleton on Nov. 6. The museum is displaying local heroes for its Remembrance Day exhibit and is featuring the men and women who served during the Second World War, museum volunteer Brian Tackaberry said. The exhibit will be open on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the month of November. Gyles was just one of thousands of Canadian women who joined the military during wartime, said Wright. The South African War, which
took place from 1899 to 1902, was “really the true beginning of women nursing in Canada,” he said. Eleven trained nurses served with the British during that time. During the First World War, more than 3,000 women volunteered with the nursing service in the Canadian military. While only hospital-trained nurses were accepted into Canadian service, more than 1,000 women volunteered as nurses for the Red Cross and other British organizations. “A lot of Canadian women went to England anyway,” Wright said. The Second World War marked a drastic change for a woman’s role in the military. By 1942, the army, navy and air force each had a women’s division. The jobs were non-combat roles such as mechanics, drivers and administration, which allowed the men that usually did those jobs to join the fighting. There were also more than 4,500 women serving as nurses. Wright said the women who served in the First World War helped pave the way for those who volunteered during the Second World War. There were
only 20 years between the wars, and people had a strong sense of duty. Some women who volunteered were widows from the First World War, or had brothers and friends in service at the time. Joining the military also provided a break from the Depression, which started in 1929, as well as giving women the opportunity for adventure and even marriage. This time period drastically changed the idea of what a woman’s role was, not just within the military, but in all aspects of life, Wright said. By having a job, women were seen as more independent. They no longer had to be completely reliant on their families or on finding a husband to take care of them. “They didn’t have to be dependent on a husband,” Wright said. “It altered all those family relationships.” Wright said the women who volunteered during the wars of the early 20th century helped lay the foundation of women’s liberation for the next generations. “I think it represents a real break through for women,” he said. “Women have moved from caring for soldiers to being soldiers.”
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Brian Tackaberry, volunteer at the North Lanark Regional Museum in Appleton, and Glenn Wright, historian and author, stand in front of the uniform of Ordelia Giles, who served in the women’s division of the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War.
NOTICE OF A PROPOSAL By Canadian Solar Solutions Inc., in Partnership with Saturn Power Inc., to Engage in a Renewable Energy Project AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Project Name(s): Project Applicant: Project Locations:
Mississippi Mills Solar Park Project Canadian Solar Solutions Inc., in Partnership with Saturn Power Inc. The Project is located on the west side of Concession Road 12 S between Needham Sideroad and Panmure Road, in the Town of Mississippi Mills, County of Lanark
Dated at the Town of Mississippi Mills this November 7, 2011 Canadian Solar Solutions Inc., in Partnership with Saturn Power Inc., are planning to engage in a renewable energy project, which will require the issuance of a renewable energy approval (REA). The proposal to engage in this project and the project itself are subject to the provisions of the Environmental Protection Act (ACT) Part V.O.1 and Ontario Regulation 359/09 (Regulation). This notice must be distributed in accordance with Section 15 of the Regulation prior to an application being submitted and assessed for completeness by the Ministry of Environment (MOE). The first Public Meeting is being held to provide initial information on the proposed project. The meeting will be an open house walk through format. You are welcome to attend at anytime during the hours indicated below. A second Public Meeting will be held at some point in 2012 to provide more detailed information on the proposed project. Meeting Location: Date: Thursday, December 15, 2011 Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Place: Almonte Community Centre – Upper Hall 182 Bridge Street Almonte, Ontario Project Description: Pursuant to the ACT and Regulation, the facility, in respect of which this project is to be engaged in, is a Class 3 Solar Facility. If approved, the facility would have a total maximum name plate capacity of 10 MW AC. The Project Location is identified on the map above. The Draft Project Description Report tilted Draft Project Description Report, Mississippi Mills Solar Park Project provides an overview of the proposed Project including location, components, activities and potential negative environmental effects. The solar energy generating facility will utilize photovoltaic (PV) panels installed on a series of fixed racking structures. DC electricity generated from the PV panels is converted to AC electricity by a series of inverters. The voltage level of the AC electricity produced by the inverter is then “stepped-up” to distribution level voltages by a series of transformers and a substation and then connected to the local distribution system. Written copies of the Draft Project Description Report are being made available for public inspection at www.canadian-solar.ca and at the local Town Hall, Town of Mississippi Mills, 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte, Ontario. Project Contacts and Information: To learn more about the project proposals, public meetings, or to communicate concerns please contact: Jeff Roy, Program Manager-Solar Farms Canadian Solar Solutions Inc. 545 Speedvale Ave. West Guelph, Ontario N1K 1E6 Tel: 519-837-1881 Fax: 519-837-2550 Email: jeff.roy@na.canadiansolar.ca
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Summer exchange provides lifetime of memories for 4-Hers This summer’s Lanark County 4-H exchange with Ponoka, Alta. 4-H Club has been judged a huge success thanks to support from local municipalities, community groups and businesses “The 15 Lanark County 4-H youth are forever grateful to the local municipalities, community groups and businesses that supported the exchange to Ponoka Alberta this summer,” said Bev Savard, chaperone for the group. “Without the tremendous financial support, we could not have provided the groups the same opportunities we did. Feedback from all participants (15 Lanark and 15 Ponoka) was overwhelmingly positive, and there are many plans being made for families to travel back and forth. Over the course of the nine days in July, the Lanark youth spent in Ponoka, the natural geography of the west was front and centre with visits to Drumheller and its dinosaur museum; Banff and its 8,000+ foot gondola ride and hot springs; pristine Lake Louise; and the amazing Rocky Mountains. “Camping in the fresh mountain air with a group of 30+ youth and families was an adventure unto itself and we were lucky we didn’t have any furry visitors,” said Savard. The Wild West theme continued with a full day trip to the Calgary stampede - a first for almost the entire group. The
“The 15 Lanark County 4-H youth are forever grateful to the local municipalities, community groups and businesses that supported the exchange to Ponoka, Alberta this summer.” Bev Savard afternoon rodeo and chuckwagon races were the highlight of the day as well as the laid-back and friendly atmosphere. “We couldn’t miss visiting the West Edmonton Mall; the indoor waterpark was a great way to spend our only rainy day,” said Savard. “A shoppers paradise for sure.” However, the most memorable moments were ones spent with host families, she said. There were barbecues and fun family time where the youth had the chance to show their twins how they live and what they like to do. Three weeks later, the Ponoka youth along with their chaperones visited Lanark for nine days and were treated to a wonderful variety of experiences, both Valley and city. The group was treated to a welcome dinner courtesy of the Leatherworks and each given a giveaway bag stuffed with donated items from a variety of businesses/organizations. Each family had two family days to spend with their twin
and more opportunities to show the best of Lanark County. They started the week with the Lanark County Plowing Match with tour of Bill Dobson’s museum, followed by whirlwind day visit of Lanark. Highlights included touring the RCMP breeding farm, learning how to square dance at Fulton’s, relaxing at the Carleton Place Park, Big Ben’s statue and the historic 5 span stone bridge. Upper Canada village let the youth experience the history of Eastern Ontario in a hands-on setting. Ottawa brought amazing weather and lots of energy. The youth laid flowers at the memorial on Parliament Hill, with a determined group waiting in line to pay their respects for Jack Layton. After the changing of the guards the youth broke into groups and toured downtown, and the Byward Market before touring the RCMP stables. To build up an appetite, the group was split into two dragon boats and ev-
eryone learned the finer points of racing at Dow’s Lake. The Mosaika light show on Parliament Hill capped off a busy day. Being in close proximity to Quebec, the Alberta group was keen to sample a French culture and cuisine. So off to Montreal for a day touring the Olympic tower, Biodome, Botanical gardens and Insectarium. Old Montreal and the labyrinth was a huge hit for the youth. They all tried poutine and smoked meat sandwiches, learned a few words of French and neat historical tidbits on the amphibus. The world expanded this summer for 30 4-H youth. As a result of this exchange each and every youth has a broader sense of Canada, a new understanding about their country, expanded their comfort zone and gained personal insights that will stay with them throughout life. As the 4-H motto attests, ‘Learn to do by doing’. 4-H INFO For more information on 4-H, visit www.4-hontario.ca or contact Savard at 613-253-3350. Youth ages 9-21 are welcome to participate in a variety of clubs. This being the first 4-H exchange Lanark has undertaken in a number of years, the support received was tremendous, said Savard, thanking.
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Carleton Place Spring Home and Fashion Show The Town of Carleton Place Recreation and Culture Department will be hosting it’s first annual Spring Home and Fashion Show April 13, 14,15 2012. We are currently seeking vendors and crafters to be a part of our exciting event. For more information, or if you are interested in reserving either an exhibitors booth or a spot in Crafters Alley; please contact Jessica Smith at jess_smith1@live.com
NOTICE OF MEETING Proposed Class II Development Permit Application DP2-10-2011 – 143 Beckwith St. TAKE NOTICE that an application for a Class II Development Permit has been received. The Development Permit By-law of the Town of Carleton Place outlines that a Class II Development Permit request is subject to notice of said proposal and a period for the submission of comments from the public. Comments must be received by November 24, 2011. The subject land is legally described as Plan 1594, Lot 15 Town of Carleton Place. The property is designated Central Business District It is proposed to change the use of the property from Residential to Commercial in order to allow for a personal service shop (Simon Gold From the Streets of London). Two parking spaces will be provided on site while the remainder of the required parking will be provided through the purchase of an annual parking permit for a municipal parking lot. Any person may request that a Class II Development Permit application be referred to Council by means of written request to the Director of Planning and Development. Requests may be forwarded by personal service, ordinary mail or facsimile and must include the name and address of the person or organization requesting the referral to Council as well as the reason(s) for the request. Additional information in relation to the proposed development permit is available for inspection between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm Monday to Thursday and between 8:30 am and 4:00 pm Friday in the office of the Director of Planning and Development at the Town Hall, or by calling 613-257-6213. DATED AT THE TOWN OF CARLETON PLACE THIS 9th DAY OF NOVEMBER. L. Young, MCIP, RPP Director of Planning and Development Town of Carleton Place 175 Bridge St., Carleton Place, Ontario K7C 2V8 Proposed Class III Development Permit DP3-03-2011– 322 Townline Road East TAKE NOTICE that the Committee of Council (the Planning and Development Committee of the Corporation of the Town of Carleton Place) will hold a meeting on December 6, 2011 in the Council Chambers of the Town Hall, 175 Bridge Street, at 8:00 pm to consider an application for a Class III Development Permit.
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The subject land is legally described as Lot 1, Concession 7, Part 1 and 2, 26R-629 Former Township of Ramsay, Town of Carleton Place. The property is designated Highway Commercial. It is proposed to demolish the existing convenience store and eight gas pumps. The site will be reconfigured providing six gas pumps located under a canopy and a 174 m2 convenience store on the north side of the property. Municipal services will be extended to the site. Additional information in relation to the proposed development permit is available for inspection between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm in the office of the Director of Planning and Development at the Town Hall, or by calling 613-257-6213. DATED AT THE TOWN OF CARLETON PLACE NOVEMBER 9TH, 2011. L. Young, MCIP, RPP Director of Planning and Development Town of Carleton Place 175 Bridge St., Carleton Place, Ontario K7C 2V8
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY THE TOWN OF CARLETON PLACE FACILITIES OPERATOR Reporting to the Manager of Recreation and Culture, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of our recreation facilities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to ice surface preparation and maintenance, parks maintenance, janitorial duties and other duties as assigned. Experience working in a recreation facility will be a definite asset. This position consists of working nights and weekends. Qualified applicants are invited to seek a detailed job description and submit resumes, in confidence, specifically noting your qualifications and experience to: Joanne Henderson, Manager of Recreation and Culture 175 Bridge Street, Carleton Place, ON K7C 2V8 Tel: 613-257-1690 • Fax: 613-257-4665 Email: jhenderson@carletonplace.ca Resumes will be accepted until 12 noon on Friday, November 25, 2011. Only those selected for an interview will be acknowledged. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used to determine eligibility for potential employment. Job descriptions are available at the Town Hall and at the Arena.
PARTICIPATION IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEES OF COUNCIL Interested residents and/or landowners of property with the Town of Carleton Place are encouraged to submit their name for the consideration by The Council of the Town of Carleton Place for vacancies or future vacancies on the following Committees of Council. Please complete the attached form and submit the same with a resume for the information of Council on or prior to Friday, November 25, 2011.
The Town of Carleton Place – Committees I am interested in participating as a member of the following Committee: ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE CARLETON PLACE IN BLOOM COMMITTEE PARKS AND RECREATION/POOL COMMITTEE URBAN FOREST/RIVER CORRIDOR COMMITTEE CHILD CARE ADVISORY COMMITTEE ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE POLICE SERVICES BOARD SISTER CITY COMMITTEE MUNICIPAL DRUG STRATEGY COMMITTEE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Name : _____________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ Telephone: (home) __________________________________________ (work) ________________________________________________ Personal information contained on this form, collected pursuant to The Municipal Act, will be used for the purpose of the said Act. Questions regarding personal information should be directed to the Freedom of Information and Privacy Coordinator of the Town of Carleton Place. For further information regarding the above please contact the undersigned. Duncan Rogers, C.M.O., Clerk Town of Carleton Place 175 Bridge St., Carleton Place, ON K7C 2V8 613-257-6211 • drogers@carletonplace.ca
November 10 2011 Canadian Gazette
Municipal Matters • Thursday, November 10, 2011
November 10 2011 Canadian Gazette
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