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With support from the City of Ottawa Paint It Up program, students from Osgoode, Manotick and Kenmore created a fun visual backdrop at Osgoode Village Park. Pictured are Gwendolyn Smith, Parker Mason, Josh Roy, Mateo Kelly, Alyce Proctor, Mya Grimwood, Jayde Paquette, Chris Seiler, and Sarah Doll. For the full story, see page 11.

MPP Ghamari hosting community BBQ at Richmond Fairgrounds

Pride and Prejudice: Capital Pride support of Gaza irks local leaders

Community gears up for annual Manotick Allan Haan Soap Box Derby

OSU Force soccer teams perform well at provincial and national levels

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Carleton family barbecue set for Sept. 7 at Richmond Fairgrounds I am pleased to once again host my annual Carleton Family Barbecue.

This year’s event will take place Sat., Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Richmond Fairgrounds.

Firefighters from Richmond will be manning the grill and cooking up hamburgers and hot dogs, while we will also be serving up cobs of corn, vegetable spring rolls, veggies and dip, ice cream, and more.

The most entertaining and multi-talented man in all of Carleton, Dr. Kaboom, will be joining us. We will also have face painting, and entertainment and activities that will be announced closer to the date.

I also want to emphasize that this is a non-partisan, non-political event. This is an event to celebrate Carleton, and to celebrate our best summer in years.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact my office through my web-

site contact form at www. goldiempp.ca/contact.

I hope to see you there!

The Capital Fair is underway at Rideau Carleton Raceway

One of the great things about being the MPP for Carleton is that our riding hosts three amazing fairs every year.

The Richmond Fair and the Metcalfe Fair are well known throughout Eastern Ontario, but the entire fall fair season kicks off with a big one right here in the Carleton riding.

The Capital Fair is taking place at the Rideau Carleton Raceway. While many people think the fair started to replace the old Central Canada Exhibition or Ot-

tawa Ex, the Capital Fair is actually the old Gloucester Fair.

In 1999, the Gloucester Agricultural Society moved the Gloucester Fair to the Rideau Carleton Raceway.

They changed the name to the Capital Fair in 2014.

In taking on a new 10-day format in August, the fair moved to introduce its expanded program to the region by implementing an introductory free gate admission program. The results were wildly successful as in 2017 the fair attracted more than 255,000 guests.

With all of the restrictions from COVID-19 now behind us, we hope to see the biggest and best Capital Fair ever!

Ontario Helping More Women Build Skills and Get Jobs

The Ontario government is investing up to $1,045,000 over three years through the Women’s Economic

Security Program to support Connecture Canada’s entrepreneurship program in Mississauga, which supports women from Francophone, Black, immigrant and racialized communities to gain the knowledge and experience they need to start a hair-braiding business This funding is part of the government’s investment of up to $26.7 million over three years in 25 local programs across the province that provide career training opportunities for women, helping them gain the skills, knowledge, and experience they need to find a job, start a business and achieve financial independence.

The Women’s Economic Security Program offers training in four streams: the skilled trades, entrepreneurship, information technology, and general employment. To help remove barriers to participating, the training programs also

include additional supports such as providing meals throughout the training day, transportation to and from training, and support finding child care.

Through the program, women, including those who have experienced or are at risk of intimate partner violence, can also access wraparound supports, including referrals to mental health and well-being supports, counselling, housing, and legal support.

Women interested in the program can visit Ontario. ca/women.

This investment is part of Ontario’s four-year action plan to prevent and address gender-based violence. In addition to the province’s $15 million investment this year in the Women’s Economic Security Program, Ontario is providing up to another $11.7 million through the bilateral agreement with the federal government on the National

Action Plan to End Genderbased Violence.

Quick Facts

- Organizations funded under the Women’s Economic Security Program deliver employment, preemployment, pre-apprenticeship, and entrepreneurship training to low-income women. The 25 training programs are delivered through partnerships between women-centred organizations, educational institutions, and businesses.

- Since its inception in 2018, the Women’s Economic Security Program has helped more than 2,600 women secure employment, become entrepreneurs, or pursue further training and education.

This includes helping 1,298 women start small businesses and 237 get jobs in the skilled trades.

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YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN US AT OUR UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENT. IT IS FREE, OPEN TO THE PUBLIC & EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Please join us for a fun-filled event with great food, entertainment and lots of activities for the entire family at this year’s

CARLETON COMMUNITY BBQ SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 7, 2024 11 AM – 1 PM RICHMOND FAIRGROUNDS

6107 PERTH STREET, RICHMOND, ON K0A 2Z0 If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact me through my website contact form: goldiempp.ca/contact 30-6179 Perth Street, Richmond, ON, KOA 2Z0

613-838-4425 gghamarimpp@ola.org

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MANOTICK MESSENGER goldie continues from page 2 Ontario Reaches Tentative Agreement with Principals and Vice-Principals

Ontario has reached a tentative agreement with the associations representing school boards and the associations representing principals and vice-principals on the employment terms and conditions for principals and vice-principals in publicly funded schools.

The memorandum of settlement is between the Ontario government, the associations representing principals and vice-principals (Ontario Principals’ Council, Catholic Principals’ Council of Ontario and Association des directions et directions adjointes des écoles francoontariennes) and the four associations representing school boards (Ontario Public School Boards’ As-

sociation, Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association, Association francoontarienne des conseils scolaires catholiques and Association des conseils scolaires des écoles publiques de l’Ontario). The term of the agreement is four years, applying from 2023.

Ontario’s commitment to stability in the classroom ensures that students benefit from the government’s back-to-basics agenda, which is focused on what matters most: boosting reading, writing and math skills in Ontario schools to prepare students for the careers of tomorrow.

Quick Facts

- There are approximately 8,000 full-time equivalent (FTE) principals and vice-principals across Ontario, and most

are members of one of three voluntary associations.

- Principals and viceprincipals in Ontario are not unionized.

- Over the next several weeks, all parties will be undergoing their separate approval processes with respect to the tentative settlement.

- Ontario has successfully reached central agreements with all 9 of its education labour partners, namely teacher federations and education workers.

Marketing Initiative Bears Fruit for Ontario’s Tender Fruit Growers The Government of Ontario is investing up to $1.6 million over four years to support Ontario Tender Fruit Growers in purchasing display bins branded with the Foodland Ontario logo. This will help con-

sumers identify seasonal, locally grown tender fruits when shopping in grocery stores.

Display bins branded with the Foodland Ontario logo increase instore product visibility and secure shelf space during peak season to create demand and support for Ontario grown fruit.

This investment will help customers easily identify locally grown and in-season items such as peaches, nectarines, cherries, plums, apricots, fresh table grapes and pears.

This initiative will help achieve the Grow Ontario Strategy goal of increasing consumption of food locally grown, raised and produced by 30 per cent.

Quick Facts

- The tender fruit farmgate value for fresh market and processing sales ac-

counted for more than $85 million in 2023.

- The $1.6 million invested by the Ontario government represents 50 per cent of the total costs for this project. The remaining 50 per cent is paid for by the Ontario Tender Fruit Growers. This funding demonstrates the partnership between industry and the Ontario government that helps the province’s growers remain competitive in the marketplace.

- The Ontario agriculture and food sector supports more than 871,883 jobs in Ontario and contributed more than $50.7 billion to the province’s economy in 2023.

- Foodland Ontario is a consumer marketing program by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness that has been informing Ontario consumers about the availabil-

ity of locally grown foods since 1977. Visit Foodland Ontario’s Availability Guide to find out what is seasonally available in Ontario.

Inspiration for the week

“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.”

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While Capital Pride has a mandate of being inclusive, the local Jewish community will not be supporting or participating in this year’s event.

A pro-Palestinian political stance by Capital Pride has irked many community leaders and politicians, as well as the Jewish community.

On August 6, Capital Pride Ottawa issued a statement confirming its solidarity with Palestine.

“Following Hamas’ attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, the world watched in horror as the full extent of the atrocities committed against civilians were uncovered’” the statement reads. “We condemn in the strongest possible terms the acts of terrorism committed that day. By the same token, we cannot stay silent in the face of Israel’s endless and brutal campaign in Gaza and mounting violence in the West Bank, where innocent Palestinians—many of whom have friends, families and loved ones in our communities—are being slaughtered, dehumanized and dispossessed of their land in flagrant violation of international law. The situation is so dire that the International Court of Justice expressed grave concerns with the state of the war in Gaza, stating that there is a plausible risk of genocide.

Capital Pride goes on to accuse Irael of ‘pinkwashing’, which critics call Israel’s attempt to link itself to the LGBTQ+ community as a counterpart to the Palestinian identity of being violently homophobic.

“Part of the growing Islamophobic sentiment we are witnessing is fuelled by the pinkwashing of the war in Gaza and racist notions that all Palestinians are homophobic and transphobic,” reads the statement. “By portraying itself as a protector of the rights of queer and trans

supports Palestine during the war in the Middle East,” wrote Senack in his Ottawa Citizen piece.

“How an LGBTQ2S+ organization can support a country that’s killed people for living as their authentic selves is beyond me.”

Senack pointed out that in Palestine, being in a same-sex relationship is illegal and can come with a prison sentence of up to 10 years. He pointed out that in October, 2022, Ahmad Abu Murkhiyeh, a 25-year-old gay Palestinian native, was found decapitated with a severed head near his family’s home because of his homosexuality.

In 1988, Israel became the only country in the Middle East to decriminalize homosexuality.

“You would never see the sights of rainbow flags, sparkles and drag queens across the border in Palestine,” Senack wrote in the Citizen. “There, samesex relations are still illegal, and men face up to 10 years in prison if they are caught. That does not exactly match Capital Pride’s mission of ‘respecting the full diversity of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.’”

Senack said in the Citizen piece that he will not be attending this year’s event.

“As a proud queer person, I’m disappointed and angered by Capital Pride’s decision to publicly take a stance toward protecting one marginalized group and not another, in a volatile conflict that has detrimental effects to both parties,” Senack wrote.

“I no longer feel safe attending, nor do I want to support, a cause that is creating a further divide in an already polarized world. I also think of my Jewish friends who I know feel sidelined and discriminated against in a war they did not create. I’ll be celebrating my rights on the sidelines this year.”

Pride and Prejudice: Local Jews feel unwelcome at Capital Pride Parade

people in the Middle East, Israel seeks to draw attention away from its abhorrent human rights abuses against Palestinians. We refuse to be complicit in this violence. Indeed, to withhold our solidarity from Palestinians in the name of upholding 2SLGBTQIA+ rights betrays the promise of liberation that guides our work. We join our voice to the calls for greater protection of civilians and reject any attempts to use a devastating conflict as a pretext to advance hate.”

The Ottawa Jewish Federation made an announcement Aug. 14 that they were withdrawing from this year’s Capital Pride Parade.

“Given Capital Pride’s refusal to adjust its stance, and the significant harm this position poses to the safety of the Jewish community, the Jewish Federation of Ottawa and our community partners have made the difficult but necessary decision to withdraw from this year’s Pride parade,” read their statement. “This choice was not made lightly, but we cannot in good conscience support and event that marginalizes Jewish 2SLGBTQ+ individuals

and the broader Jewish community. This choice also does not align with Capital Pride’s advertised mission: respecting the full diversity of the 2SDLGBTQ+ community.

“By disregarding our concerns and inviting this year’s Pride event to become a protest against Israel, Capital Pride has chosen a divisive position that further marginalizes Jews, who are victimized by more hate crimes than any other group in Canada. Anti-Israel protests have repeatedly targeted Jewish communities with threats and violence across Canada, including here in Ottawa.”

On Thurs., Aug. 15, Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe announced that he will not be attending this year’s Pride Parade because of the divisive stance taken by the organizers.

“Ottawa is a kind and welcoming city where everyone should feel included,” stated Sutcliffe in a post on X. “I’m disappointed that despite conversations with the Jewish community, the board of Capital Pride has chosen to stand behind its original statement that caused significant hurt

and distress for many members of the Jewish community. This decision by the board, days before the start of Pride, has unfortunately created an atmosphere where many now do not feel welcome to participate. Pride has always been and should continue to be a celebration of diversity and inclusion where no one feels excluded for who they are.

I encourage the board of Capital Pride to take steps to ensure no one feels excluded this year.

“It’s important to continue to support the 2LGBTQ+ community and defend the values of equity and inclusion that the Pride movement has always stood for. I will be attending Pride activities in the days ahead but unless there is a change in approach, I will not be participating in events organized by Capital Pride this year.”

Nepean MPP Lisa MacLeod, who represented Carleton from 2006-2018 before the Nepean-Carleton riding was split, was among those who immediately criticized Capital Pride after its statement. MacLeod called the Pride position antisemitic.

“As a supporter of both

@JewishOttawa and @ FierteCapPride, I am heart sick to see Pride distract from its support for a safe space for LGBTQ++ with a focus instead on the Israel- Hamas/ Houthi/ Hezbollah/ Iran conflict,” MacLeod posted on the X platform. “Israel is the only functioning democracy in the Middle East. It is also the only safe space in that region for the LGBTQ++. This decision is antisemitic and it will prevent Ottawa Jews who are LGBTQ++ from feeling safe at Pride. I truly hope they reconsider this ill-considered proposal.”

Critics of the Capital Pride statement say that it will make Jewish members of Ottawa’s LGTBQ+ community unwelcome and targeted at the August 25 Capital Pride parade.

Charlie Senack, a reporter for the Manotick Messenger and a member of the LGTBQ+ community, penned an opinion piece for the Ottawa Citizen on the topic.

“Pride is supposed to be a celebration of all, regardless of your race, sexual orientation or background. Yet Capital Pride decided to go against the rules of logic when it announced this week that it

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2024 Ottawa Carleton Plowing Match August 23-24 in Sarsfield The Ottawa Carleton Plowmen’s Association (OCPA) Plowing Match is set for August 23-24, at Ferme Chrétien located at 2808 Dunning Road, Sarsfield.

On Friday, Aug. 23, there will be an opening ceremony at 10 a.m. with the VIP Plowing Competition commencing at 11 a.m. followed by a light lunch and awards ceremony.

On Saturday, Aug. 24, rain or shine, the OCPA Plowing Match starts at 10 a.m., with competitors from across the region vying for a spot to move on

to the next level of plowing perfection using both modern and vintage tractors, as well as horses.

Award presentations will be in the field at 4 p.m.

The day will also showcase an antique tractor display. All are welcome, and admission and parking are free.

Plowers must compete at local matches to be eligible to plow at the International Plowing Match (IPM) and Rural Expo in Kawartha Lakes, Lindsay, Ontario, October 1 – 5, 2024, which is celebrating the 106th anniversary of

the IPM. Ferme Chrétien is owned by Natalie Chrétien and Christian Baumgartner and their children (Clodine, Tomas, and Emile) and William Baumgartner with his partner Marguerite Hébert and their children (Julia and Roman). The family farm has a milking herd of 150 Holstein and Brown Swiss cows on 700 acres where they also raise 100 laying hens for farm gate egg sales along with sweet corn and a few other vegetables. They are also developing an on-farm cheese making plant.

Ottawa-Carleton queen of the Furrow Rhianna Gallagher takes part in the 2023 OttawaCarleton Celebrity Plowing Match in Richmond.

The Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse (SACA) Unit charged a man following an investigation into sexual assaults that occurred at Ottawa-based programs and schools since 2019.

The incidents involved a

male victim under the age of 18.

Rayon Finnikin, 37, has been charged with sexual assault, voyeurism, sexual exploitation, and telecommunication with a person under the age of 18 for a specific criminal offence.

Finnikin has worked in both of the city’s English language school boards.

During the 2023-24 school year, he was an occasional teacher at Sacred Heart Catholic High School.

Before becoming a teacher, Finnikin, who

grew up neat Montego Bay, Jamaica and grew up in poverty and violdence before coming to Canada as a refugee, worked as a guidance services assistant with the OttawaCarleton District School Board (OCDSB), where

he worked full-time while studying Law and minoring in Psychology at Carleton.

Investigators believe there could be other victims.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Ottawa Police Service Sexual

Assault and Child Abuse Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 5944. Tips may also be sent electronically to SACA@ottawapolice.ca.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800222-8477(TIPS).

The City of Ottawa is encouraging residents to provide input to Budget 2025.

You can let the city know what budget priorities matter to you by visiting the Engage Ottawa Draft Budget 2025 page at engage.ottawa.ca to complete a short poll. The poll is open until Friday, September 13 and the results will be posted on the Engage Ottawa website.

Once the poll closes, there will be other opportunities to get involved with Draft Budget 2025, including through Councillor-led consultations, social media,

your local Councillor and feedback tools on the Engage Ottawa website.

Residents can also provide feedback and ask questions related to Draft Budget 2025 through social media (using #OttBudget), 3-1-1, local Councillors and feedback tools on the Engage Ottawa website.

Residents can share their budget priorities by completing the Engage Ottawa Draft Budget 2025 poll through Sept. 13.

From September through November, ouncillor-led budget consultations take

place to receive input from residents. Exact dates for consultations will be communicated by Councillors, posted on ottawa.ca and social media.

On Wed., Nov. 13, Draft Budget 2025 will be tabled at Ottawa City Council.

From Wednesday, November 13 to Monday, December 9, residents can submit questions to city staff through Engage Ottawa and register to make public delegations to the various standing committees.

On Wed., Dec. 11, Draft Budget 2025will becon-

sidered for adoption at Ottawa City Council.

helps grow our city by paying for new infrastructure and assets under the City’s control and the rehabilitation of existing infrastructure and assets The draft budget is broken down by Standing Committee, department and service area as described in the Table of City Services and Standing Committee reporting structure. With direction from City Council, the budget is drafted and tabled for review by each Committee and adopted

by Council. There is also one Commission and three

Boards who make recommendations to Council regarding their draft budgets: - Transit Commission - Ottawa Police Services Board - Ottawa Board of Health - Ottawa Public Library Board Draft Budget 2025 supports Council’s commitment to fund ongoing operational needs. The draft budget is respectful of taxpayer dollars, continuing to invest prudently in Ottawa’s future to build a sustainable, secure and prosperous city for all.

Teacher charged with sexual offences, police seeking other victims

City of Ottawa invites input from local residents on Draft Budget 2025 Budget background

Every year, the City of Ottawa produces a municipal budget. One of the City’s most important documents, the budget is the blueprint that defines how money is received (revenue) and spent (expenses). There are two main components to the draft budget: - The operating budget funds City programs and services that residents rely on every day - The capital budget

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MESSENGER Editorial

How non-profit hospitals could transform our ailing healthcare systems

Don’t remember the 80s? Frankie Say Relax!

from For those of you who were around to rethe Choose Life t-shirts), and so many more. member the 1980s, how do you explain it to other Do you remember joining the Columbia the your kids?

Record House and getting 10 cassettes free Of course, those of us who and you only had to buy six

By Emmanuelle Faubert are considered Gen Xers had over the next three years?

Canada’s healthcare systems are deteriorating. the hippie movement, pot Am I the only one who forWait times in the country’s emergency rooms have been going up. And waits for Page 6,treatment Manotick Messenger, 23, 2010 smoking, freedom, peace, got to send the thing saying specialist are alsoWednesday, awfullyJune long.

I didn’t want a cassette one Last year, one in two Canadian patients waited over six months between referral love and the Woodstock album shoved down our throats. month and ended up with a from their general practitioner and actually getting their treatment from a specialist.

So the 1980s was our way of Boz Skaggs tape?

Access to a family doctor isn’t getting any easier, either. Currently, over 6.5 milOur COmmunity Do you remember popping open a Jolt lion of us don’t have access to one. That’s roughly one in six people living in Can- taking pop culture in a new direction.

The 1980s had a distinct, well, every- Cola at 6:30 a.m. and watching 20 Minute ada.

Messenger Editorial thing.

There was a definitive 80s look, Workout?

The fact is, our healthcare systems are struggling to provide us with the medicsound and language. The 1990s had New Do you remember people saying things ally required care Canadians need and deserve.

Are you more Kids on the Block, the Spice Girls, grunge like “gnarly”, “rad”, and how about this It doesn’t have to be this way. Canadian When we than look at other countries with universal systems, many perform better music and Seinfeld. The 2000s, or the one, “Gag me with a spoon”? a fifth grader? “zeroties” (should be a word), had Harry Do you remember keeping a Rubik’s than Canada in terms of access and health outcomes.

With Canada Day approaching next week, it is a good time for us all to Potter, MySpace, Facebook and Lost.

The Cube in the bathroom so that you could reflect on what it means to be Canadian.

In an oft-cited ranking of health systems from the Commonwealth Fund, we rank Do we take being Canadian for granted?

2010s gave us Netflix.

The 2020s gave us a frustrate yourself while sitting on the loo?

10th out of 11, ahead of only the United States.

Better yet, how do new Canadians feel about being Canadian? Some of us pandemic and what looks like the beginning Do you remember buying the rainbow look upon immigrants andwhere refugees as opportunists,access not wanting toguaranteed, give but European nations, universal is just as it is here, rank very willing to take. Perhaps, for some people, that is true, but when you of World War III. colour box of 10 floppy disks and thinking higherattend than us. France isCanadians, eighth,such Germany fifth, and the Netherlands is second. a celebration for new as the one is hosted

by NepeanCarleton MP Pierre Poilievre at Mother Teresa High School in Barrhaven last So why is there still such an obsession you were such a tech savant?

One thing these systems all have in common is that they’ve allowed private, nonmonth, you can see the excitement and the thankfulness in the eyes of every with the 1980s? Were the 80s that good?

Do you remember going to the arcade Canadian. to operate as part of the national health system. profitnew hospitals They understand, perhaps better than all of us, what it means to be In Canadian.

France, these account for 14 percent of hospital beds nationwide. In Germany, In ways, yes. But in other ways, not really. with a pocket full of quarters to play PacSo how can the have that feeling? every single hospital bed is in an independently There was no internet then.

There was no Man, Asteroids, Galaxian, Jungle King, it’s 28 percent.

Inrest theof us Netherlands, Bev McRae photo The Conservative government has a solid idea.

At the school’s 50th Anniversary Party, Manotick Co-operative Nursery School honoured its longest-servDVR or Fibe TV or high speed cable. Noth- Donkey Kong or Space Invaders? run non-profit facility.

Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism ing teacher/volunteer with a memorial garden bench, which will be installed with a plaque in the school’s and Andrew Cohen, President of the Historica-Dominion Institute, are chaling was on demand.

Instead ofa supsubscribing Do you remember how frustrating it was A good part of their success is due to the relative autonomy these hospitals enjoy playground.

Left to right, MCNS Director Sandy Erler and June Hodge celebrate June’s 29 years as lenging middle and high school students to take the citizenship test. ply teacher, teacher and volunteer. to Netflix we had to venture out to a video when your favourite home made Maxell The Canadian Citizenship Challenge, funded in part by CIC and run by the in carrying out their day-to-day operations.

Institute, will see students study Discover Canada: the In Historica-Dominion Canada, hospitals are primarily funded through what is called block funding. rental store and bring home our favourite 90-minute mix tape would get tangled in Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship and then take a mock citizenship test.

VHSto tapes.

Watch Sometimes bestonjust say nil out for that the cassette recorder and it took forever to Under “This this will system, every patient is viewed as a cost to the hospital, which is thenit’smovies be a fun way for students to learn about Canada and feel proud fine if you don’t rewind it beforeis returning delicately pull it out and wind the tape back I’m finding myself at one of those bizarre crosswonder about things like how come “underneath” incentivized tohistory ration by creating long wait times. of our shared andcare accomplishments,” said Minister Kenney.

“As we roads where everything I love about sports is about learn about our past and the people and events that made Canada what it is it. a word but no one ever says “overneath” when the into the cassette?

Essentially, each year, the health department assesses how much to collide with funding a large swatchaofhospithe population work- discussion pulled me back into soccer. today, we become more proud to be Canadian. We are inspired to see how we So here are the things that stand out to Do you remember when we all said ing diligently to grate my nerves.

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Letters to the Editor welcome at LETTERS TO THE EDITOR manotickmessenger@gmail.com Reader says Tommy Robinson’s Luton is our canary in a coal mine The Editor, I rarely agree with Andy Braid, but I must admit I too was shocked by Premier Doug Fords actions to remove MPP Goldie Gamari from his caucus.

After having done my

research on Tommy Robinson and after having watched a couple of long interviews with him, he appears to me to be a very frustrated individual who has been crusading against the injustice of the two-

tiered policing system in the U. K. – a system which tries to tamp down racial tensions by arresting the people who are the victims rather than the perpetrators of much of the crime.

Many times, at great

sacrifice to himself and his family, he has been thrown in jail for protesting what has been happening to his hometown of Luton.

And in answer to Bobby Strawbridge, the reason we should be worried is the

same two-tiered system is happening here in Canada – police taking coffee to the anti-Jewish protesters and allowing illegal occupation of university campuses etc.

This is not good poli-

cing and if it continues, I for see the same kind of riots that are happening in the U K. To spread to Canada.

Luton is our canary in the coal mine.

Jean Archdeacon

Ford’s dismissal of Ghamari a sign that Ontario is sleepwalking into fascism The Editor, So Messenger reader Bobby Strawbridge feels that Doug Ford did the right thing when he unilaterally removed Carleton MPP Goldie Ghamari from the Ontario PC Cau-

cus for having the temerity to have a conversation with someone that the Premier disapproves of.

Perhaps Mr. Strawbridge would have liked living in the former Soviet Union, which also

had an autocratic ruler—Joseph Stalin—who maintained a list of persons deemed “enemies of the state” that members of his government were forbidden to interact with, or even mention

And I suppose a paternalistic government that decides who its democratically-elected female representatives are allowed to talk to appeals to some, but to me it feels like we’re sleepwalking

into fascism--especially when the Premier can deny an MPP’s Charter Rights of Freedom of Speech and Freedom of Association with impunity.

Although I vehement-

ly disagree with our current Premier, as a firm believer in free speech I salute Mr. Strawbridge for his spirited defense of Doug Ford’s appalling actions.

Andy Braid

Thank you for the article on Grace Agostinho and the wonderful work she did The Editor, I read the From the Messenger Archives article for you August 9th issue titled “The Girl without a Name”.

I had totally forgotten the admirable work that

Grace Agostinho of the French Cafe was doing on behalf of orphaned children in Haiti. What I do remember was being at the French Cafe and donating to her very worthwhile cause.

Since COVID, like so many people, I’ve lost track of what happened to a number of businesses during that difficult time. I remember the Cafe closed but I don’t remember the circum-

stances.

I found myself very emotional after reading the article and would very much like to know more about Grace’s work and the children whose lives she helped change.

Could a follow up article be in the works as I’m sure there are many people like myself who would want to know more and be brought up to date?

Christine Hollink

Ed. Note – Thank you very much for the suggestion. Grace was a heart and soul person in the community and used the French Café to make Manotick – and the world – a better place.

tion to be done, it’s more and I find it very interSisters: April (20), OTHS, just problem solving, which esting how every culture UNB Fredericton. Violet is what makes me enjoy has unique traditions and Page 18 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2019 subcultures. My favourite (20), Canterbury (vocals), those classes the most.” place is Norway, because Carleton University. Ivy (22), St. Mark, Algonquin What is your Greatest there is such beautiful College.

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MVCA leading and tumbling coach were setbacks along the to see.”

Name: Melita Wyche at Kemptville Infinity in rural Ottawa.

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ticipate in it.”

Career Goals: “After high school I hope to go to university somewhere near the east coast; hopefully in kinesiology. My top choice schools are University of New Brunswick in St. John, and Dalhousie in Halifax.

After that, I hope to pursue a career in either athletic ca site. therapy, or education.”

Activities/Interests:

MANOTICK MESSENGER The MessengerFOCUS ON YOU Allan Haan Soapbox Derby andOTHS PicnicStudent in the Park hosted

by MVCA Being Council President a rewa Page 8 FRIDAY, August 23, 2024

By Leeanne Vander Burgt, President, MVCA

The hill on Beaverwood Road near the Community Centre (Arena) will be transformed into the Allan Haan Soapbox Derby. The carts are ready, and the young participants are eager. The day will begin at 9:00 am with the opening match between Councillor Brown and MPP Ghamari. Then the racing will begin. Bring your folding chair and come cheer them on.

At 11:30 am, the Picnic in the Park begins next door in Centennial Park.

There will be a BBQ, corn on the cob and drinks available at old fashioned prices (while quantities last of course). Everyone can enjoy the live music and activities for children and youth. The Picnic will continue until 1:30 pm. If you want to find out more about MVCA, be sure to stop by the Membership table.

At the bottom of the hill, on the basketball courts, cheer on the youth playing in the 3 on 3 tournament. This is co-hosted with Manotick Culture Parks and Recreation Association and Ottawa South Basketball and will run from 1:00 – 5:00 pm.

This fun-filled day is possible thanks to hours of planning by the Derby and Picnic committees and the volunteers who come to help that day.

City of Ottawa Budget 2025 Poll

The draft budget for 2025 will go to City Council in mid-November. Each

year MVCA submits a list of recommended priorities for our community to the Councillor for consideration in the budget process.

We are developing that list now and welcome your thoughts. You can contact us any time at president@ manotickvca.org or send your input to your City Councillor.

When it comes to next year’s budget there is an additional option for sharing your opinions. On the City’s Engage Ottawa website, there is a poll that all Ottawa residents can complete to rank the importance of a range of city services. “Rural affairs” is listed as one. It is unfortunate that it is a single blanket option representing a wide range of service needs, but it is an opportunity for rural residents to make it known that rural is a priority among the others listed there.

Remember that while this is a vibrant village, some say has a suburban feel, Manotick is in the designated rural area of the city. Being rural is all not about agriculture. Living in rural Ottawa does affect what city services we receive. The City’s poll provides an opportunity for individuals to help the City evaluate priorities as they consider the budget. https://engage.ottawa.ca/ city-budget-2025

Rural Summit Update

As you know, the City is currently hosting the Rural Summit to hear from rural residents and use the information to identify priorities and recommend actions the City can take

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City of Ottawa and Ottawa Police unveil new H135 police helicopter

The Ottawa Police Service now has something to combat the ongoing street racing and auto theft problems.

The City of Ottawa and the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) welcomed presented the new provincially-funded H135 police helicopter at a special event at the Rockcliffe Airport July 30.

“As the Mayor of Ottawa, I am grateful to the Ontario Government for investing in the safety of our residents and communities,” said Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe.

“Ottawa’s population has exceeded one million and is spread across urban, suburban, and expansive rural areas. This dedicated police helicopter will transform our

From firefighters to fairs, volunteers are essential in rural Ottawa

By David Brown Rideau-Jock Councillor Much of life in rural Ottawa is fueled by the power of volunteerism. I have seen firsthand how dedicated rural volunteers are and I am grateful to all those who commit themselves to making our communities better for all. Afterall, there are many services that are offered and delivered in rural Ottawa with the help of volunteers.

Rural volunteer firefighters operate on a casual basis, often while working full-time jobs – representing 40% of the Ottawa Fire Service – and respond to emergencies across 80% of Ottawa’s landmass.

For decades, people from across the region participate in and enjoy Ottawa’s historic rural fairs, which are all made possible with the help of volunteers.

Many rural food banks which serve large catchment areas are run entirely

Rideau-Jock Report David Brown, Councillor , Ward 21

by volunteers. Rural community centres and reception halls that host lots of programming and private events are organized by the help of volunteers – many of whom are part of the local community association.

The list could go on.

To everyone who is reading this that volunteers in our communities, I want to thank you for all your hard work. To everyone else, please give thanks to these volunteers the next time you see them. I am very proud to represent a part of Ottawa where people support each other in more ways than one. It is always special to see the cohesion and passion of our community members. Keep up the great work, Ward 21!

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ability to help combat crime across Ottawa’s vast area.

From downtown streets to the rural communities with over 1,000 farms and 26 unique villages, our helicopter will provide crucial aerial support to deter vehicle theft and other crimes.”

The police helicopter will be used to keep Ottawa roadways safe from organized auto theft, street racing and impaired driving. It will also be used for general frontline patrol, serious offences (e.g. active shooter incident) and missing persons searches.

“We are deeply grateful to the province for this generous donation and to the Solicitor General for their unwavering support,” said Ottawa Police Chief Eric Stubbs. “This helicopter is a game-changer for our operational capabilities to support search and rescue operations. Whether it’s a

major event downtown or an emergency in a suburban area, we will be able to get there faster thanks to the strong partnership we have with the OPP.” The helicopter’s maintenance will be under a contract and paid for by the Province. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will provide both the pilots and

ground crew and there will be OPS Tactical Flight Officers paid for and trained by the OPP. The helicopter will be able to assist other police jurisdictions within eastern Ontario with major incidents.

“Our government is making critical investments to ensure Ontario’s police services have the tools and

resources they need to keep their communities safe,” said Solicitor General Michael Kerzner. “This police helicopter will be critical to helping Ottawa Police and the city of Ottawa crack down on auto thefts, carjackings and street racing while improving response times to address other serious crimes.”

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ROSSS 2nd Annual Afternoon Tea a day of community, class, compassion

By Melissa MacIsaac Rural Ottawa South Support Services

ROSSS News

Last year, our inaugural Afternoon Tea event was a resounding success, charming attendees with an afternoon of refined indulgence and delightful fun. This year, we’re thrilled to bring back this highly anticipated event, promising an even more elevated and elegant experience.

On Sunday, September 22nd, from 1-3 p.m., we invite you to join us at the Orchardview Wedding and Events Centre for an afternoon that captures the essence of a classic High Tea. Picture yourself stepping into a world of sophistication and grace, reminiscent of a highend tearoom in downtown Ottawa. As you enter the beautiful venue, you’ll be greeted by the soft strains of live music, setting the tone for an afternoon of elegance

Melissa MacIsaac and enjoyment. The ambiance will transport you to a time and place where afternoon tea is not just a meal, but an event—a time to connect, converse, and savor the finer things in life.

Our Afternoon Tea will feature a delectable array of treats, delicate finger sandwiches, and homemade scones accompanied by clotted cream and preserves.

This event is about more than just food; it’s about community. As you sip on your tea and enjoy the culinary delights, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a variety of engaging activities. Try your luck at our raffles or browse our silent auction, both of which will

feature of unique items generously donated by local businesses and artisans. With a few door prizes throughout the afternoon, there will be plenty of chances to take home a special memento from this extraordinary day.

We encourage all attendees to embrace the spirit of the event by donning their most elegant attire, complete with a fancy hat. Whether you prefer a classic widebrimmed hat or a more modern fascinator, your fashionable flair will add to the overall atmosphere of sophistication and fun.

The Afternoon Tea is not just a gathering; it’s an occasion to dress up, step out, and celebrate community together.

Beyond the elegance and enjoyment, this event holds a deeper purpose. Our goal is to bring the community together in a meaningful way, raising both funds and awareness to support the

needs of rural seniors and adults with disabilities.

In many of our communities, these individuals face unique challenges, often living in isolation and lacking access to essential services and support. By attending the Afternoon Tea, you are not only treating yourself to a lovely day out but also making a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Tickets for this unique experience are priced at just $35 each, offering incredible value for an afternoon of high-class food, entertainment and community spirit. To secure your spot, visit our website at www.rosss. ca or stop by our office at 1096 Bridge Street, Manotick. With limited seating available, we encourage you to purchase your tickets early to avoid disappointment.

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Whimsical Street Art brightens up Osgoode Village Park A colourful mural was recently unveiled in the Osgoode Village Park.

The new mural, painted by seven of the area’s youth, provides a fun visual backdrop for both the Osgoode skate park and the community’s outdoor rink.

The mural was undertaken as a collaboration between the Osgoode Village Community Association and the Osgoode Youth Association (O-YA), with generous support form the City of Ottawa’s “Paint It Up” program. The teens worked with talented mural artists Sarah Doll and Chris Seiler, owners of the street art company Dems and Doll. Together, they created the design, and made it come to life on the storage unit at the park.

“The kids came up with a design that reflects many of the things happening in our community that make Osgoode and rural Ottawa a great place to grow up.”, said Rob McLel-

The new mural painted by local artists was unveiled at Osgoode Village Park. From left to right are Rob McLellan, Parker Mason, Mya Grimwood, Sarah Doll, Chris Seiler, Josh Roy, Mateo Kelly, Jayde Paquette, Gwendolyn Smith, Carley Scarf, Alyce Proctor, and Osgoode Councillor George Darouze.

lan, Chair of the Osgoode Village Community Association. The mural is full of interesting imagery representing music, skateboarding, hockey, cycling, and snowmobiling, amongst other things. It also provides nods to Osgoode’s Porchfest, to the Medieval Festival that was held in Osgoode for over a decade, and to Osgoode native, Derek Gee, who recently competed in Le Tour de France and the Paris Olympics.

This is not the first

time Dems and Doll have worked in Ottawa to create beautiful street art.

Over 400 of their murals can be found across Canada, including a recent award-winning installation in Ogilvy Square in downtown Ottawa. “We were so proud of the young people we worked with on this project in Osgoode.”, said Doll, “It was amazing to see how engaged they were with the project, and how fearless they were about trying, and then applying

spray paint for the first time.”

When asked about the experience, teen artist Jayde Paquette of Kenmore, said, “It was a fun way to spend a week of my summer. I enjoyed working with the others, and learning some new painting techniques.”

Fellow artist, Gwendolyn Smith of Osgoode, also loved the experience. “It was a lot of fun because I got to try a new art style and meet new people.”

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Manotick Kiwanis Club keeping busy through the summer months

By Ralph Tweedie, Manotick Kiwanis Club Summer is traditionally a relaxed period on the Kiwanis calendar. In June through August, we don’t have formal meetings.

Once a month we meet for a BBQ at a member’s home.

In July the board doesn’t meet and there is no newsletter. After Dickinson Days we take a well-earned rest.

But we never really stop!

Every Tuesday Manotick Kiwanis members take a two-hour shift at the OLG Bingoland South Centre.

This is our major fund raiser. Once each month during the summer we participate in the Farmer’s Market at Dickinson Square.

In June we donated $1,000 of the money raised at the Dickinson Days BBQ to the Granny Squares for Warmth group. This is a group of women in Barrhaven who create and donate hand-made blankets in the Ottawa area. In addition to blankets, members have also made and donated shawls, hats and baby wear to those in need. They also have donated their gifts to communities in northern Canada. A local Barrhaven lawyer donates her time to deliver their baby blankets up north.

Through the Share Community Program, we were able to donate $2,000 to a family to properly vaccin-

Kiwanis News Ralph Tweedie ate their daughter enabling her to work in a veterinary clinic.

Members of our club celebrated July 1st at Millenium Park in Orleans BBQing food for the public.

This year the Key Club International Convention was held July 10th to July 14th in Atlanta, Georgia.

We provided $1,500 to help cover the expenses for Anya Watson to attend. Anya is the Lieutenant Governor for Ottawa area Key Clubs.

August always has a few cherished annual events.

On Monday, August 14th, we celebrated a special CAN-AM interclub meeting. For 60 years our clubs have been gathering for an annual summer BBQ. This year we presented the Norwood New York Club a plaque to commemorate this achievement.

The annual Capital Fair Special Needs Day was August 15th. This event hosts over 1,500 physically and mentally delayed children and their families for a private party the day before it opens to the public. Volunteers help the children on and off the

rides and help feed everyone a hot lunch. There is live entertainment and an ice cream dessert. While our active participation was not required this year, we remained on standby to ensure enough volunteers.

On August 25th, we will participate in the 12th Annal Allan Haan Soapbox Derby and the MVCA Picnic in the Park. The sponsorship of this event is a partnership of the Manotick Legion and the MVCA. Since its inception Kiwanis members have been happy to volunteer for many of the duties required to help run the Derby. This typically includes cart inspection at the start of the race, manning many of the barricades along the track, and the timing and recording of results at the finish line. Our goal is for everyone to have a great time.

In preparation for the new school year, the Staples School Supply Drive for Kiwanis has begun.

Every year, from late August to mid-September, Staples customers can choose to donate with their purchase. In Ontario this donation is allocated to local Kiwanis Clubs. Kiwanis uses this money to provide needed supplies to local schools. The goal is to eliminate barriers to learning for all students.

Finally, planning for our fall fund raisers has begun.

The Manotick Kiwanis have supported the Granny Squares for Warmth group, who creates and donates hand-made blankets in the Ottawa area.

The Christmas Trees and Christmas Cakes have been ordered. Due to 3 consecutive very dry summers, our allotment of Christmas trees has been cut back by a few hundred. We may sellout early this year! We always sell out early of the shortbread cookies from Scotland. This year we have ordered more to meet the demand.

If you want to make new friends while improving your community, we can show you how. Our next meeting is on September 10th at the Manotick Legion. Meet and greet is 6:00 PM and dinner is

served at 6:30.

If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Mulvihill by phone (613-692-5346) or email

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Manotick Home Hardware’s Chairs for Charity event raises $6K for YOMA Rural Youth Spotlight

By Youth of Manotick Association

We would like to take a moment to thank everyone who was involved with the Chairs for Charity event this year that raised more than $6000 for YOMA. Manotick Home Hardware created and managed the event. YOMA was honoured to be named the recipient of the proceeds again this year.

The chairs were purchased by residents, businesses and churches, who sought the talent who transformed them into one-of-a-kind works of art which were then put into an online auction in July.

Thank you to Adam, Kim and Emily at Manotick Home Hardware, 692 Coffee & Bar, Black Forest Tattoo Company, Enchanted Chamber, Ken Gordon Holdings, Great Can-

adian Dollar Store, Manotick BIA, Manotick Health Club, Mansfield’s Shoes, North Station Provisions, Rebel Petal, St James Anglican Church, Shannon from Salvaged, The Wright Team-Royal LePage Realty for sponsoring chairs.

Additional thanks to Manotick Art Association and the other artists who volunteered their time to paint the chairs.

And special thanks to everyone who bid on the chairs. Congratulations to the winners.

The funds will be used to continue to offer safe, inclusive programs and activities for rural youth, to help train our staff to assist and direct youth to services when needed and to support families with our free parent and caregiver support group.

Back to School

It is hard to believe that it

is time for students to return to school. For many youth it is a time they look forward to. For others, it can be negatively stressful and trigger anxiety.

It is natural for there to be some nervousness when school starts. Some youth are affected by it more than others. Some stress can be positive and have motivating effects. For others stress and anxiety can become detrimental. In those instances, anxiety and stress can manifest in youth in all forms from “not feeling right” to sleeplessness, crankiness, loss of appetite or physical symptoms like headaches and stomach aches. Understanding this is an important start for family and friends to allow them to be a positive support to youth.

There are many resources available for parents to help.

Patience, understanding, helping youth become resilient

and finding ways for them to manage stress are common themes. It is equally important to ask for help when necessary. One resource we like is parentinginottawa.ca which is made available by Ottawa Public Health. There are links there for information, resources and to other agencies that can assist.

And remember that at YOMA we make time to talk about stress management with the participants and offer activities to foster resilience. Sometimes simply being at YOMA has helped some youth. There is also the free monthly parent and caregiver support group that we offer in partnership with PLEO. For more information about YOMA, see our website yoma.ca , sign up for our e-newsletter or follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram

The chair auction in support of YOMA raised more than $6,000.

dry place. Rotate the beans horizontally on the string, so that they are spread out from each other, to allow air movement. Once the beans are sufficiently dry (after a few weeks) you can remove them from the string, and store in a container. To use the beans, soak overnight (or as long ahead as possible) to rehydrate. Boil beans in the water you soaked them in, to ensure you get all the nutrients.

So, if you visited the home of your friends or family members around this time of year as the beans are being picked, you may notice some decorative garland, not of the usual pop-

corn and cranberries, but of green beans, getting ready to be enjoyed year long. At least, that’s what you’d see if you took a glance in Rideau’s Rearview.

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For the next number of editions of Rideau’s Rearview, we are going to explore what you may find in a heritage home pantry, and different methods of food preservation, as we get to the end of summer and into autumn.

This week, we will be examining a method of preservation for green beans, called Leather Britches. This method involves the longterm storage of green beans without the need for canning equipment. This method is particularly useful if you have only a small quantity of

Rideau’s Rearview CJ Rooney green beans harvested at one time, as you can add to it as you harvest more.

Once you have your beans picked, you take and thread them by the tip onto a string. (Similar to making Christmas popcorn garland, but you only thread the tip of the bean.) Repeat until all your beans are strung. Hang the string vertically near a woodstove, or in a warm,

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The Allan Haan Manotick Soapbox Derby and Picnic in the Park Sunday August 25 Centennial Park and Beaverwood Road

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Soap Box Derby celebrates 10 years of thrills for young racers

The carts are ready and the hill on Beaverwood Road will be lined with cheering fans as Manotick gets ready to host the annual Allan Haan Soap Box Derby.

The MVCA named the event after longtime Manotick community volunteer and philanthropist Allan Haan two years ago. Haan first brought the idea forward in 2011 during his regular coffee group at the French Café, a popular spot in the Manotick Mews.

“At first, people just looked at me like I was crazy,” Haan said. “They didn’t really know about soap box derbies, and how

kids get into it and their parents get into it. I talked about it for a while and then presented the idea to the Manotick Village Community Association.”

The first soap box derby was an overwhelming success. Kids started building their carts with their fathers and then decorated them.

Some came from throughout Eastern Ontario and Quebec to participate in the event.

The community turned out to cheer the kids on There were even celebrity drivers, and the most memorable moment in Manotick soap box history involved a man who hopes to become Can-

ada’s next prime minister.

“That is one moment everyone still seems to talk about,” said Haan. “Pierre (Poilievre) was racing, and he couldn’t stop his cart. He turned into the parking lot at the bottom of the hill and crashed into the shed. Fortunately he wasn’t hurt.”

Through the years, the MVCA had instructions available on how to build a cart and what the specifications are. Manotick Home Hardware has been a headquarters through the years for supplies for building carts.

“I think building the carts is just as fun as race

Carleton MPP Goldie Ghamari and Rideau Jock Councillor David Brown race down Beaverwood Road in Manotick during last year’s Allan Haan Soap Box Derby.

day,” Haan said. “It is really rewarding to see the kids with their carts and the decorating they have done.”

While the Allan Haan Soap Box Derby is quickly

approaching, Haan said there is still room for some last minute entries.

“We have six carts for kids to use if they did not build their own carts,” he

said. “We still have room for more racers.”

For anyone wishing to register for the soap box derby, please visit manotickvca.org/soapboxderby.

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New doors for Chapman’s fairy colony, thanks to local carver From the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority Chapman Mills Conservation Area on Prince of Wales Drive just north of Manotick has long been home to a colony of fairies, who make their tiny homes in tree stumps along the trail.

Brightly-coloured doors beckon to visitors, although the fairies themselves are rarely seen.

This summer, regulars may have noticed the trail’s fairy doors have undergone some renovations, with many new doors sprouting up sporting lucky ladybugs on their thresholds.

But the fairies didn’t work alone; they contracted an anonymous human carver for help. This carver lives in Barrhaven and has been making whimsical fairy homes for her tiny clients for more than 20 years. She said it brings her joy to help the

fairies and to watch Chapman’s youngest visitors delight in finding all the doors.

“It’s nice to have that bit of whimsy around,” said the anonymous carver, adding that the COVID-19 pandemic really highlighted the need for joyful additions to public spaces. “It’s wonderful to see the kids having something fun to discover as they go along the trail.”

She said hearing from kids and seeing how it sparks their imagination is better than any payment for her work.

“The stories the little ones come up with are just incredible, and so creative,” she said. “It’s really important.”

The award-winning carver uses locally found cottonwood bark for most of her work, usually from the Britannia area. She lets it dry for about six months before its ready to carve. It takes a full day to make a fairy door

from start to finish.

She got permission from the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority to install the fairy doors, with the understanding that she wouldn’t put them in live trees. She hopes the public will respect the fairies’ homes and leave them where they are.

“This is for everyone to enjoy, and I hope it puts a smile on faces.”

Chapman Mills Conservation Area is located on the west bank of the Rideau River on Prince of Wales Drive between Winding Way and Lodge Road. It consists mainly of natural river shoreline, wetlands and flood plain areas that are unique in the City of Ottawa.

Visitors can enjoy a covered picnic shelter, scenic lookouts, walkways and boardwalks that lead pedestrians on a 1.5 km stroll through some sensitive and beautiful habitats. Inter-

pretive signs along the way tell the site’s environmental story. At the trail’s north end visitors can also enjoy an accessible dock for launching canoes, kayaks and other paddlecrafts, as well as a viewing platform. The south end has a shoreline entrance for paddlecrafts. Parking is located off Winding Way. The land for Chapman Mills Conservation Areas was a gift to the people of the Rideau Valley from the South Nepean Development Corporation, along with additional land ceded from Parks Canada. Minto

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Manotick Legion honours lives lost in Dieppe Raid, Poilievre issues statement The South Carleton Royal Canadian Legion Branch 641 in Manotick held a special ceremony Monday to honour the anniversary of the Dieppe Raid.

Several Legion members and residents of the community attended the event.

According to the Canadian Encyclopedia website, Canada’s role in the Dieppe Raid was significant during the Second World War. On August 19, 1942, Canadian forces participated in Operation Jubilee, an amphibious assault on the French port of Dieppe. The goal was to take Dieppe from German forces, but the raid did not go as planned. Over 900 Canadians were killed, 2,460

wounded, and 1,946 captured in the failed operation.

On Monday, Carleton MP and leader of the Conservative Party of Canada Pierre Poilievre released a statement regarding Dieppe.

Poilievre has close ties with the Manotick Legion, as he was the one who led the campaign for funding and rallied the community to get the local Legion rebuilt after a fire destroyed the building 20 years ago.

“On the night of August 18, 1942, the people of the occupied French port of Dieppe went to bed – unaware that their town would soon be synonymous with Canadian sacrifice and courage,” Poilievre’s statement began.

“In the early hours of August 19, the Allies launched a daring raid into northern France. The 2nd Canadian Infantry Division made up most of that landing force and would bear the brunt of the casualties that day.

“Over 900 Canadians were killed at Dieppe or died of injuries sustained in battle. Nearly 2,000 of our troops were taken prisoner and subjected to unimaginable conditions in Nazi captivity.

“The story of Dieppe is one of incredible loss, but also one of incredible courage. We are inspired by heroes like John Weir Foote, an ordinary chaplain with the Royal Hamilton Light

Infantry who was awarded the Victoria Cross for his extraordinary service aiding his wounded comrades under heavy fire.

“Today, we remember the bravery of Canadians like Padre Foote. We remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the cause of freedom, and those who were imprisoned for years behind Nazi barbed wire.

“We remember that the forces of darkness did not have the last word. Drawing on the lessons learned at Dieppe, brave Canadians would return to Normandy less than two years later – this time as victorious liberators.

“Lest we forget.”

Carleton MP and CPC leader Pierre Poilievre issued a statement regarding the anniversary of the Dieppe Raid during World war II.

The Richmond Legacy Community Association Inc’s grand opening ceremony and ribbon cutting of the Richmond Legacy Pavilion on September 8, 2024 at 1 p.m. at the Richmond Fairground. All persons attending are requested to be seated in the Pavilion by 12: 50 p.m.

The purpose of the ceremony is to formally open the pavilion for use by public and private entities and to thank all those who made the project a success.

The ceremony will be preceded by a closed 11:30 a.m. reception for project partners including representatives from the provincial government and the City of Ottawa and other dignitaries as well as special guests and project volunteers.

The ribbon cutting ceremony will be followed by the viewing of a pavilion video sponsored by 602Filmworks and a special performance by Richmond’s own Doug and Pam Champagne Band.

Attendees may then blend into Richmond’s Family Day celebrations which commences at 1:30 p.m. and is sponsored by the Richmond Village Association.

The Pavilion stems from the Village’s highly successful 200th Anniversary Celebrations which were held throughout 2018. With surplus funds from the celebrations, grants from several sources especially the Federal Economic

Development Agency for Southern Ontario and The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group as well as exceptional support by national and local businesses and villagers, the pavilion has become a reality. The volunteers who organized the 200th

celebrations, envisioned the pavilion and made it happen will showcase the facility to the villagers of Richmond during the ceremony.

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OSTA responds to Deloitte review, GM leaves after four months

Ottawa Student Transportation (OSTA) has responded to the 2023-24 review conducted by Deloitte at the Ministry of Education’s request.

“At OSTA, our foremost commitment is to ensure that students have safe, reliable, and efficient transportation to and from school,” said interim General Manager and CAO Cindy Owens. “We recognize the concerns raised by parents and guardians following last year’s challenges, and OSTA is dedicated to implementing meaningful changes to address these issues.”

Owens, a former Ottawa Catholic School Board principal, served as the Interim General Manager last year, replacing former OSTA GM Vicky Kyriaco. Earlier this year, OSTA hired Joel Le-

mieux, a former OC Transpo transit operations control centre manager, as their new GM. Lemieux departed OSTA with no reason provided to the public or media, prompting OSTA to put Owens back in for a second term as interim GM. The 2023-24 school bus year began in turmoil for the families of approximately 7,500 students, as there was a shortage of bus drivers.

Complicating the problem in the rural west end, including Richmond, North Gower and Manotick and the surrounding area, was that only nine of the 10 operating companies renewed their contract. The company that did not served rural South Carleton.

Many families were left in a situation where one parent had to stay home or could

not work in order to get their children to and from school.

Because of the situation, the Ontario Ministry of Education ordered a third party review of OSTA’s situation.

The review was conducted

by Deloitte.

After a thorough review of Deloitte’s recommendations, OSTA has taken the following actions: - OSTA has accepted all recommendations related to management practices, contract management, and procurement. These steps will enhance the overall efficiency and reliability of OSTA’s services.

- In terms of cost-saving measures, OSTA has agreed to all recommendations except for one regarding the harmonization of school calendars, which falls under

the jurisdiction of the school boards.

- OSTA has also reviewed the transportation-related recommendations.

While most apply to OSTA, recommendations TP-6 and TP-7 extend beyond their mandate.

Concerning the cost-saving recommendation to review school start times (bell times), any changes exceeding 10 minutes require school board approval. Should any adjustments be considered, OSTA will ensure that parents and guardians are consulted well in advance. Importantly, no bell time changes will be implemented in the upcom-

ing school year.

“The full Deloitte Transportation Consortium Review is available on OSTA’s website. We have already begun implementing many of the recommended changes

and will continue our efforts to provide transportation services for the new school year. We appreciate your continued trust and patience as we work to improve our services,” concluded Owens.

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2014: Flume construction project begins at Watson’s Mill From the Archives From the Manotick Messenger August 24, 2014 The milling season at Watson’s Mill has drawn to an early conclusion.

Watson’s Mill has recently entered a contract with a masonry company to undergo important repairs to the Watson’s Mill flume, which is the water tank and channel between the dam and the mill, and the foundation on the river side.

Construction equipment started to arrive at the Mill last week and the in-water set up started on Monday.

“The project is anticipated to go at least until Thanksgiving weekend, most likely

to the end of October,” said Watson’s Mill General Manager Isabelle Geoffrion.

“The project must and will be done by the end of October.

Evidently, because these are repairs to our milling equipment, we will not be milling during that time.”

During the construction time, Watson’s Mill will remain safely open to the public and the schedule of events will continue as planned.

Arrangements have been made to ensure safe storage of the flour off-site, and so Watson’s Mill stone-milled whole wheat flour will continue to be available for sale, even though there is currently no milling going on.

“Depending on the weather at the end of the project (very late October-early November), we might be able to squeeze in another milling, to refresh and augment

Repairs to the flume at Watson’s Mill were made in 2014.

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our flour stock,” said Geoffrion. “However, we will not know this until the end of

the project. Should anyone have questions or concerns to share, they should be directed

me at manager@watsonsmill.com or by phone at 613-692-6455.”

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Saturday September 14, 2024 Manotick Main Street. From 2 pm to 7 pm

The Shay Way Memorial Car Show will debut at 2024 Taste of Manotick

By Kelly Belair Manotick BIA column, Special to the Messenger

While there typically has been a car show held at as part of the Taste of Manotick festivities, this year there will be a new show that will honour the late Micheal Elmer Shay aka Mikey or Shay who was a well known and loved member of the Manotick Community.

The show will be produced by Hannah Hempinstall, a cherished friend and co-worker of Mike’s.

Mikey or Shay was known for his fine mechanic skills at Manotick’s Garage where he worked for both former owner Sonny Eve and current owner Tom Hilliard for over 18 years.

A little more about Mike Shay: Mike was known for having a special way with classic cars, nobody could fix them quite like he could.

When he wasn’t at the shop working on keeping the vehicles of Manotick safe, you could often find him at Giant Tiger, buying his gummy bears, cigarettes and probably some socks. If he wasn’t there, he would have been sitting on the bench outside of the CIBC, striking up a friendly chat with a stranger, or picking up his newspaper at the Manotick Office Pro. Occasionally, you could find him at the Black Dog enjoying a steak dinner.

If he was at home, he was tinkering with something.

Hannah had the privilege of working alongside and learning from Mikey since she started working

at Tom Garage in 2016.

He always went out of his way to spend extra time teaching Hannah in the shop. He was the first person she called at 5 o’clock in the morning when the email came in that she had obtained her Red Seal (mechanic’s) Certification. “I think he was somehow prouder than me,” Hannah says.

Mike and Hannah had an instant bond from the beginning, resulting in a friendship that planted roots both in and out of the shop.

In April of 2023 at age 66, Mike was taken from us far too soon, leaving a massive hole in our community and hearts. He was our colleague, mentor and dear friend.

Two things you should know about Mike: He was the kind of person who would give the shirt off his own back to anyone who needed it, even if he needed it more.

He loved his Christmas tree with his whole heart, he left it up all year around.

Last holiday season, to honour and celebrate the kind, lively spirit of Mikey, Hannah created The Shay Way, a charitable endeavour, and an umbrella name for many projects; all causes that would be near and dear to his heart.

The first event was Mittens from Mikey: An ongoing collection of winter woollies and other essentials that were donated to The Ottawa Mission just in time for Christmas.

During the summer season, it only makes sense to continue to hon-

our his spirit by hosting the (first annual) Shay Way Memorial Car Show.

Taste of Manotick was an event always enjoyed

by Mike.

For that reason and so many more Hannah is so excited to be able to make him a part of this event by bringing together a community of what he lived and breathed: Cars. (Or trucks, or bikes. Or tractors.) Anything with an engine. Mike did not discriminate. All are welcome.) This car show is another charitable event, in support of The Ottawa Mission and the Manotick Food Cupboard. Mike had the biggest heart and was always lending a helping hand to those who needed it most, that’s Hannah’s goal is here too.

No registration fee required. Instead, we are asking for a donation to the Mittens from Mikey campaign. Give what you can and come as you are. We are doing this car show 100% Mikey style.

The star of the show will be a blue 1968 Cougar, a vehicle that Mike built from the ground up.

Owner of the gorgeous car is Mike’s longtime friend, Doug Watson.

Doug purchased this car when he was 15 years old, trading his brother a stereo for it. Mike and Doug lived near each other right here in Manotick years ago, leading them to work on cars together at the old Petro Canada. At 16, Doug handed over his pride and joy to be built and taken care of by Mikey.

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Saturday, september 14, 2024 2 to 7 pm

Local businesses will be showcasing their fantastic products and services.

Sip, savour + experience all that the vibrant village of Manotick has to offer.

Enjoy samples, music and entertainment for all ages.

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Carleton Golf hosting 2024 Canadian Men’s mid-Amateur Championship Golfers from across Canada, including two local golfers, will be competing at Carleton Golf and Yacht Club this week in the 2024 Canadian Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship. The field of 156 male golfers, aged 25 and older, includes 11 competitors from the United States. There are eight Ottawa golfers competing in the event which runs from August 19-23.

The Canadian Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship is a 72-hole stroke play event, with a 36-hole cut to the low 70 players and ties happening after the second round. The championship also includes an inter-provincial team competition that will take place over the first

two rounds of play. A MidMaster division for players 40 and older will also run as part of the tournament.

“We are extremely excited to be hosting the 2024 Canadian Men’s Mid-Amateur, presented by BDO at Carleton Golf and Yacht Club. The host club organizing committee has been working tirelessly to make sure this event is a success for players, family members, volunteers, and everyone involved,” said Golf Canada’s Tournament Director, Daniel Suppa. “We appreciate the support and look forward to hosting the elite group of golfers at one of the Ottawa region’s premier golf courses.”

Manotick area competi-

tors include Jared Coyle from Carleton Golf and Yacht Club and Chris Collins from Rideau View Golf

Club. The field also includes golfers from Greensmere Golf and Country Club, Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club,

Eagle Creek Golf Club, Falcon Ridge Golf Club and Hylands Golf Club.

“Hosting the Canadian Men’s Mid-Am Championships at Carleton Golf and Yacht Club is a dream come true. It’s not just about the tournament; it’s about celebrating the spirit of golf, camaraderie, and sportsmanship. From showcasing our beautiful course to welcoming talented players from all over Canada, this event is a true symbol of the passion and countless hours of dedication to the game of golf,” said Tyler Fitzgerald, Director of Golf at Carleton Golf and Yacht Club.

In addition to the Canadian Men’s Mid-Amateur title, the 2024 champion

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will receive direct exemptions into the 2024 U.S Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship and 2025 Canadian Men’s Amateur & MidAmateur Championships.

Joseph Deraney of Belden, Miss. won the 2023 Championship, following rounds of 72-69-69-68 for a total score of 10-under (278), enroute to claiming the national title. Deraney will not be competing in Manotick.

The competition kicks off on Tuesday, August 20 and wraps up on Friday, August 23, with an awards ceremony mid-afternoon.

Carleton Golf and Yacht Club is located just south of Manotick on the Rideau River.

Saturday September 14, 2024 Manotick Main Street. From 2 pm to 7 pm taste continues from page 20 Fast forward 40+ years later, they ended up rebuilding this car together, again. After many months of work, Mike passed

away just before the car was road ready. Mike’s ashes were transported to his funeral by Doug in the Cougar in May of 2023.

That car was so beautifully built by Mike, it truly is one of a kind.

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Shay Way Memorial Car Show in Mews of Manotick on Saturday, September 14th.

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The OSU Force Academy U16 Girls took bronze at the Ontario Summer Games.

The OSU U15 boys won the Canadian PDP championship in Edmonton.

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The Manotick-based youth soccer club won both a national and a global championship to add to the already epic trophy case in their new facility at George Nelms Park on Mitch Owens Road.

Earlier this year, an OSU girls team comprised of Danica Menard, Ava Blinn , Cindy Yang , Felicia Hanisch, Mia Ugarte, Naomi Lofthouse and Coach David Fox travelled to London, England to represent Canada at the Gatorade 5v5 Global tournament. The OSU team was one of two teams from Ontario invited to the event The OSU team defeated Colombia 4-0 and Brazil 1-0, and then beat Colombia again in the gold medal game by a score of 3-2.

In addition to the victory, the team was also invited to attend the 2024 EUFA Champions League final at Wembley Stadium.

The OSU U15 boys added to the club’s successes last week as they travelled to Edmonton and won the Canadian Player Development Program (PDP) championship tournament.

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Compromise Customize!

Though compromising has its place, some things are simply non-negotiable. Your health and relationships, for example, are areas where settling is simply unacceptable.

Consequently, you take even the slightest hearing loss seriously.

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